All About Diversity

Aussie Animals is a charming and interactive picture book designed especially for very young readers. Through a guessing game format, children are introduced to the sounds and shapes of Australia's unique wildlife - from kangaroos and wombats to cockatoos and koalas. With simple text and engaging repetition, this title by Rod Campbell is perfect for fostering early observation, prediction and language skills, while celebrating the diversity of Australian fauna.

Educational Benefits:

• Supports early literacy through repetition and question-response structure.
• Develops recognition of animal names, sounds and habitats.
• Encourages curiosity about native Australian wildlife.
• Builds listening and comprehension skills in younger learners.

Classroom Ideas:

• Use for a classroom animal sound matching game.
• Create an animal soundscape using instruments or student voices.
• Integrate into a science unit on Australian ecosystems.
• Have students illustrate their favourite Aussie animal and share facts.

Information:

• Ages: 2-5 years
• Format: Paperback
• Author: Rod Campbell