Hello Melbourne!

Hello Melbourne! takes readers on a lively journey through one of the world's most beloved cities. Guided by six hungry and mischievous magpies, children explore 14 iconic locations across Melbourne-from bustling laneways to the State Library and Lygon Street. Through engaging rhymes and colourful illustrations, this delightful book celebrates culture, food, and sport in a fun and accessible way. Whether you're a Melbourne local or just visiting, Hello Melbourne! offers a warm and whimsical view of city life, fostering civic pride and geographic awareness in young learners.

Educational Benefits:

• Introduces geographical landmarks and local culture.
• Builds spatial awareness through illustrated mapping.
• Supports literacy through rhyme and rhythm.
• Encourages curiosity about Australian cities and diversity.

Classroom Ideas:

• Create a travel brochure featuring Melbourne's top sites.
• Map the magpies' journey using pinpoints on a map.
• Write a diary entry from the perspective of one of the magpies.
• Compare Melbourne with another Australian city.

Safety & Information:

• Ages: Suitable for ages 4+
• Format: Picture book
• Pages: Approx. 32
• Safety: Child-friendly pages with strong spine; safe for repeated use