Possum Magic

Name: Possum Magic
Brand: Scholastic New Zealand Limited
SKU: 9781742990057
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Mem Fox

Series: Possum Magic

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Summary

Possum Magic follows the enchanting journey of little Hush and her Grandma Poss as they explore a magical Australia. This timeless tale weaves together charming characters and beautiful illustrations, captivating readers with its warmth and wonder.
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Possum Magic

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For 30 years Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults alike. Mem Fox's lovable characters, little Hush and Grandma Poss, together with Julie Vivas' exquisite illustrations, weave a story of pure magic.

Continuously in print since it was first published by Omnibus Books in 1983, Possum Magic has been embraced as a timeless Australian tale.

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Possum Magic 4 Board Book Boxed Set

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Possum Magic (Collector's Limited 40th Anniversary Edition with Art Print)

For 40 magical years, Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults alike. Mem Fox's lovable characters, little Hush and Grandma Poss, together with Julie Vivas' exquisite illustrations, weave a story of pure magic. Continuously in print since it was first published by Omnibus Books in 1983, Possum Magic has been embraced as a timeless Australian tale. The new...

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Possum Magic

For 30 years Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults alike. Mem Fox's lovable characters, little Hush and Grandma Poss, together with Julie Vivas' exquisite illustrations, weave a story of pure magic. Continuously in print since it was first published by Omnibus Books in 1983, Possum Magic has been embraced as a timeless Australian tale.

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Possum Magic Baby Gift Set

Hush, Grandma Poss and all their bush friends are the perfect companions to your precious new baby’s first records. Possum Magic: My First Three Years Baby Book has a gorgeous new design and additional content to capture baby’s first three years. Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults for over 40 years. Mem Fox’s lovable characters, together with...

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781742990057

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Edition: 30th anniversary mini e.

Contributors:

Illustrated by Julie Vivas
Illustrated by Julie Vivas

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 9.0mm

Width: 162.0mm

Height: 169.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Mem Fox Scholastic Series: Possum Magic

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