Dirt by Sea: Honour CBCA Picture Book of the Year

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 —- ISBN: 9781760894061 | ISBN10: 1760894060 | ISBN-13: 978-1760894061