Lola Lorikeet is sad. Why do her forest friends have bright, colourful feathers while hers are dull and grey? Soon she discovers the secret, and little by little, her rainbow colours emerge.
Jenny Gahan is an experienced primary and special education teacher, passionate about sharing her love of reading and writing with others. She has worked with children diverse in age, culture and ability, which facilitates her writing of authentic stories.
Sam is a wildlife illustrator living on the beautiful Mid North Coast of New South Wales. Growing up amidst a family of bushwalkers, bird photographers and artists, it’s no surprise that her love of art and the Australian bush began at an early age. Since graduating from the University of Newcastle with a degree in Natural History Illustration, Sam has continued to develop her skills as a wildlife illustrator. She has collaborated on projects with museums, art galleries and businesses in both Australia and Canada.
• Introduces readers to different species, foods and colours.
• Repeated refrain makes for good reading aloud.
• Vibrant, detailed and realistic illustrations.
Format: Paperback
Recommended reading age: 3+