ABBEY'S BOOKSELLER PICK ----- This gorgeous picture book is based on real life events centred around Middle Island near Warrnambool in Victoria, where a local man noticed that the Little Penguins (who he calls chooks in dinner suits) were disappearing. Swampy and his dogs Max and Mimi are given a chance to change the fate of the penguins, and whilst slightly unconventional, it ended up being the perfect solution. With humourous illustrations by Craig Smith, this book shows that having a go is better than ignoring a problem, and is perfect for ages 4-6. Lindy Jones
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Age range 3 to 6 years On a tiny island lives a waddle of Little Penguins. But their numbers are dwindling. Swampy Marsh knows what to do, but no one will listen. Soon he can count the last few penguins on the fingers of one hand. The desperate townsfolk give Swampy, and his friends Max and Mimi, one chance. Will his solution work? Will Swampy save the Little Penguins of Middle Island? A warmly funny account of one man's quest to save a penguin colony, with two very unusual helpers. This story is based on events that took place on Middle Island, Warrnambool and have become well known to the public. This true story, which features both human and animal heroes, has been written as a heartwarming tale by Diane Jackson Hill. Craig Smith's lively illustrations capture all the drama and humour of the predicament and the characters involved.
By:
Diane Jackson Hill Illustrated by:
Craig Smith Imprint: Museum of Victoria Country of Publication: Australia Dimensions:
Height: 220mm,
Width: 280mm,
Weight: 200g ISBN:9781921833380 ISBN 10: 1921833386 Publication Date:01 June 2016 Audience:
Children/juvenile
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English as a second language
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
