Once Upon a Gumtree by Jen Girling
$30.00 Inc GST
Kaz the Koala wakes feeling grumpy and prefers the comfort of her familiar gumtree. When rain forces her into the bush, an unexpected encounter gently turns her mood around.
Once Upon a Gumtree is a rhyming Australian picture book for children aged 3-7 exploring emotional awareness, mindfulness, resilience and gratitude. The steady rhythm supports read-aloud sessions while the storyline encourages discussion about changing feelings.
Suitable for home reading, early learning settings, classrooms, and library Storytime.
Includes a “Did You Know?” section with facts about koalas and butterflies, linking the story to real-world learning.
Features:
- Australian bush setting
- Hand-drawn illustrations
- Social-emotional learning themes
- Educational animal facts
Once Upon a Gumtree is a gentle Australian children’s rhyming picture book for ages 3-7. When rain forces Kaz the Koala from her cosy tree, something unexpected helps her see there is beauty waiting beyond her comfort zone.
01 Nov 2025
Additional information
| Format | Hardback |
|---|---|
| Genre | Animal stories (Children's / Teenage) |
| Readership Level | Children / Juvenile |
| ISBN | 9781764166812 |
| Author | Mandy Collins |
| Publication Date | 01 Nov 2025 |
Once Upon a Gumtree by Jen Girling ISBN 9781764166812