One Very Tired Wombat

Name: One Very Tired Wombat
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781760890520
Price: 19.99 NZD
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By Renee Treml

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Summary

One Very Tired Wombat by Renee Treml is a delightful children's book that follows a cute, weary wombat as he tries to find a quiet place to nap. However, the Australian bush is filled with lively animals and adventures that keep disrupting his rest. With charming illustrations and some surprises along the way, it's a heartwarming tale about persistence and the quest for a good nap.
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One Very Tired Wombat

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Description

An Aussie Counting Adventure

A delightful counting book featuring some very cheeky Australian animals and lots of humour.

How hard can it be to find a bit of peace and quiet?

Wombat is tired and just wants to rest. But it's hard to sleep during the day when a bunch of noisy birds want to sing and play. The magpies keep whistling, the fairy wrens are flitting about and don't even talk about the kookaburras.

Poor tired wombat. Will he ever get to sleep?

YOUNG READERS WILL LEARN:

Mathematical Foundations: Helps your child build a strong base in counting.
Biodiversity Awareness: Introduce your young ones to the unique fauna of Australia.
Emotional Intelligence: Fosters empathy and understanding of emotions.
Language Skills: Perfect for reading aloud, aiding in linguistic development.

A KEEPSAKE FOR ALL OCCASIONS

One Very Tired Wombat is more than just another counting book; it's a keepsake imbued with authentic Aussie charm. Perfect for birthdays, baby showers, or 'just because' moments, its educational and emotional richness makes it a timeless gift for any occasion.

"This delightful counting picture book is cleverly written and designed." - MAGPIES

"Full of alliteration and humour." - SUNDAY TELEGRAPH, KIDS' BOOK OF THE WEEK

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

One Very Tired Wombat is beautifully illustrated with pictures that manage to be both realistic and adorable. The book offers a charming and instructive story, employing rhymes effectively to introduce young readers to Australian wildlife.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760890520

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Board book

Date Published: 16 July 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Weight: 300g

Pages: 24

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About the Author

Renee Treml was inspired by Australia's wildlife and native birds after moving from the USA to Australia in 2007. She loves to create artworks that highlight the subtle details of nature with delicacy and humour. Renee's books have won or been listed for awards including the CBCA Crichton Award for New Illustrator, Speech Pathology Book of the Year and the Environment Award for Children's Literature. Renee's illustrations are featured on a variety of products, including stationery, ceramics and fine art prints.

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