Grandmother A Goanna Book

Written by award-winning author Pamela Allen, Grandmother a Goanna is a whimsical and heart-warming picture book about a young boy who gets off a train searching for his grandmother-only to find a field full of goannas. With a humorous twist and imaginative storytelling, this book captures the reader's curiosity and sense of wonder, while delivering a reassuring and gentle conclusion. The language is simple yet engaging, and Pamela Allen's distinctive illustrations add charm and emotional depth to the story. Ideal for story time, this book invites conversations about family, imagination and perception. It is a delightful resource for developing narrative understanding, questioning, and visual literacy. The book measures 22.5 cm square and includes 30 pages.

Educational Benefits:

• Develops narrative comprehension and inference skills.
• Encourages imaginative thinking and creativity.
• Builds questioning and prediction strategies in reading.
• Supports emotional development with comforting themes of family.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create story maps to retell the boy's journey.
• Write alternative endings or illustrate hidden clues.
• Explore the concept of figurative language and misinterpretation.
• Discuss animals in Australian environments, particularly goannas.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Suitable for ages 4+
• Measurements: 22.5 x 22.5 cm
• Pages: 30 pages
• Safety: Classroom safe; no small or removable parts.