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See moreAge range 3 to 6 It's bath time in the outback, and a dusty boy is waiting, but so are some very dusty and very cheeky animals.
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*Shortlisted for the 2022 CBCA Book Awards: Early childhood*
*Shortlisted for the Speech Pathology Book of the Year Awards 2021: 3 to 5 Years*
Age range 3 to 6
It's bath time in the outback, and a dusty boy is waiting, but so are some very dusty and very cheeky animals.
Will this boy ever get clean?
A rollicking tale about togetherness and fun!
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When the Waterhole Dries Up by Kaye Baillie receives praise for its engaging storytelling and appealing illustrations. Reviewers appreciate its exploration of themes such as environmental awareness and community collaboration, ideal for sparking meaningful conversations with young children. The book's humour and charming characters make it an enjoyable read for both children and adults.
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ISBN: 9780645518733
Publisher: Windy Hollow Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 01 September 2022
Country: Australia
Imprint: Windy Hollow Books
Illustration: Illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Max Hamilton
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 210.0mm
Height: 230.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Kaye Baillie grew up writing stories on an orchard with its own waterhole. While she never had to share her bath with animals, she met yabbies and leeches while swimming in nearby channels. Kaye is an award-winning children's author who swims at the beach in Victoria where she lives with her family.
Max Hamilton is an award-winning illustrator, graphic designer and most enthusiastically a maker of children's books. She enjoys noticing the little details in things, loves to get lost in the world of illustration and stories, and through her art aims to raise awareness of the importance of protecting our Australian fauna.
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