‘Share a Story' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres - from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi to her much loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. In 2016 Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. About the Author: Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014–2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. the bestselling daily routine of Mothball the wombat is now in durable board book format for the youngest reader to enjoy. Award-winning author Jackie French's love of wombats comes alive in this cheeky observation of Mothball's life, while Bruce Whatley's captivating illustrations of Mothball's antics shows just how entertaining and endearing wombats are to humans. She is training humans to become better pets. This delightful non-verbal adaptation features puppetry, movement, and live cello music from a team of revered artists, including Puppetry and Movement Director Alice Osborne, Designer Imogen Ross, and composer-cellist Oonagh Sherrard.įrench, who is dyslexic, contributes to literacy programs that support learning outcomes and methods.An all-time favourite, now in an edition so durable that even Mothball the wombat would have trouble destroying! She sleeps. Between a packed schedule of scratching, sleeping, and eating, Mothball discovers that with a bit of persistence, humans are quite easily trained.

Doormats, trash bins, and washing lines are no match for this mischievous marsupial. Bored with her daily routine, Mothball goes in search of shelter and food, creating chaos in the lives of the humans around her. Meet Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia. Now this iconic work, written by Australian Children’s Laureate (2014–15) Jackie French and illustrated by Bruce Whatley, comes to the stage.

Millions of young people around the world adore the award-winning picture book Diary of a Wombat. Register by Thursday, January 20, for free access to Diary of a Wombat. Stream access: Monday, January 24, 2022–Friday, February 4, 2022

Diary of a wombat