Dirt by Sea
Explore our wonderful coastline and the joy of a family road-trip with Dad and Daisy! Along the way, they will discover all about Australia and much, much more. Daisy lives in inland Australia with her dad and her grandparents, loving the red dirt land around her. But when her dad realises she's never seen the beach, they set off on a trip you won't want to miss. A once-in-a-lifetime father-daughter trip along the Australian coast that was inspired by the first holiday Daisy's dad took with her mum. With a journey map in the endpapers, you or your young ones could even start planning your own Aussie adventure.. For Little Adventurers- What They Will Learn * An appreciation for the diverse Australian landscape * The value of quality family time * The joy of discovering new places * Emotional growth through a gentle exploration of loss A Keepsake for All Seasons Dive into a modern classic with this visually captivating picture book, featuring 40 pages of extraordinary comic-style illustrations. This visual feast perfectly complements the heartwarming, uniquely Australian narrative, engaging both kids and adults. Ideal for young minds from early childhood to middle primary, it offers an emotionally rich story that nurtures growth. This picture book is a perfect keepsake, equally delightful under a Christmas tree or as a summer day companion, making it a treasured addition to any collection. ----------------------------- "Vibrant and engaging... " BOOKSELLER AND PUBLISHER "Destined to become a classic." GLAMADELAIDE "A most appealing graphic novel in picture book form..." PAPERBARK WORDS "An entertaining story with thoughtfulness, depth, and lots of fun to be had." MAGPIES "Engaging dialogues and witty illustrations..." INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LIBRARY "A book that will bear repeated readings." READPLUS "It's the new Possum Magic or Wombat Stew." ONE MORE PAGE
Michael Wagner (Author) Michael Wagner is a children's author, speaker and storyteller. He writes for early childhood and for older children, and runs the publishing venture Billy Goat Books. Some of his most-loved picture books include Why I Love Footy, Why I love Summer and Dirt by Sea illustrated by Tom Jellett. Prior to becoming a children's author, Michael played in a band that almost became famous, spent ten years working as a radio broadcaster with the ABC, wrote and produced award-winning animation for television, and wrote and performed comedy. Tom Jellett (Illustrator) Tom Jellett is an Australian book and editorial illustrator based in Sydney. Some of his work includes the Sporty Kids and The Besties series written by Felice Arena, Grandpa's Big Adventure and Grandpa's Space Adventure written by Paul Newman, his picture books with Justine Clarke and Arthur Baysting, The Gobbledygook is Eating a Book and The Gobbledygook and the Scribbledynoodle, and his acclaimed picture books with Michael Wagner Why I Love Footy, Why I Love Summer and Dirt by Sea. His work can also be seen in a number of magazines and newspapers.
Author: Michael Wagner
Format: Hardback, 40 pages, 235mm x 320mm
Published: 2022, Penguin Random House Australia, Australia
Genre: Pre-school & Early Learning
Interest Age: From 3 to 5 years
Explore our wonderful coastline and the joy of a family road-trip with Dad and Daisy! Along the way, they will discover all about Australia and much, much more. Daisy lives in inland Australia with her dad and her grandparents, loving the red dirt land around her. But when her dad realises she's never seen the beach, they set off on a trip you won't want to miss. A once-in-a-lifetime father-daughter trip along the Australian coast that was inspired by the first holiday Daisy's dad took with her mum. With a journey map in the endpapers, you or your young ones could even start planning your own Aussie adventure.. For Little Adventurers- What They Will Learn * An appreciation for the diverse Australian landscape * The value of quality family time * The joy of discovering new places * Emotional growth through a gentle exploration of loss A Keepsake for All Seasons Dive into a modern classic with this visually captivating picture book, featuring 40 pages of extraordinary comic-style illustrations. This visual feast perfectly complements the heartwarming, uniquely Australian narrative, engaging both kids and adults. Ideal for young minds from early childhood to middle primary, it offers an emotionally rich story that nurtures growth. This picture book is a perfect keepsake, equally delightful under a Christmas tree or as a summer day companion, making it a treasured addition to any collection. ----------------------------- "Vibrant and engaging... " BOOKSELLER AND PUBLISHER "Destined to become a classic." GLAMADELAIDE "A most appealing graphic novel in picture book form..." PAPERBARK WORDS "An entertaining story with thoughtfulness, depth, and lots of fun to be had." MAGPIES "Engaging dialogues and witty illustrations..." INTERNATIONAL YOUTH LIBRARY "A book that will bear repeated readings." READPLUS "It's the new Possum Magic or Wombat Stew." ONE MORE PAGE
Michael Wagner (Author) Michael Wagner is a children's author, speaker and storyteller. He writes for early childhood and for older children, and runs the publishing venture Billy Goat Books. Some of his most-loved picture books include Why I Love Footy, Why I love Summer and Dirt by Sea illustrated by Tom Jellett. Prior to becoming a children's author, Michael played in a band that almost became famous, spent ten years working as a radio broadcaster with the ABC, wrote and produced award-winning animation for television, and wrote and performed comedy. Tom Jellett (Illustrator) Tom Jellett is an Australian book and editorial illustrator based in Sydney. Some of his work includes the Sporty Kids and The Besties series written by Felice Arena, Grandpa's Big Adventure and Grandpa's Space Adventure written by Paul Newman, his picture books with Justine Clarke and Arthur Baysting, The Gobbledygook is Eating a Book and The Gobbledygook and the Scribbledynoodle, and his acclaimed picture books with Michael Wagner Why I Love Footy, Why I Love Summer and Dirt by Sea. His work can also be seen in a number of magazines and newspapers.