AustLit

'When Raymond the Cow decides to leave his friends for a better life in the city, he gets himself a job and starts to make a lot of money and buy a lot of stuff! However, he soon learns that friendship is the greatest possession anyone can own. This book teaches children that happiness lies in the friendships you share with others, and not in the material possessions you might seek. There is no greater gift than that of true friendship. This story will have your children rolling on the ground with laughter.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

Sergio is a penguin who lives with his father in a small house by the ocean. At school, he doesn't have many friends because he is different to the other children. With his father as a guide, he learns some valuable lessons as he grows up. These lessons help him to show great determination and strength as he tries to find true friendship.

Are These your Glasses? is a book aimed at primary school children. It tells the tale of a lonely penguin who is faced with many hurdles as he grows up. The book has been designed to inspire deep conversations within the classroom and home to educate children about what it feels like to be excluded. It explains how when we are faced with challenges in life, we can overcome them by showing sheer determination and a great deal of care and love.

(Source: author's website)

'Where’s My Memory? Tells the story of Bernard the desert elephant who struggles during the midday heat. In their desperate need for water, his family are forced to walk on. After several days and nights, hope of his survival slowly fades until an unexpected act gives him the strength to keep going. He learns important lessons about the value of selflessness and random acts of kindness. Follow Bernard as he understands the true power of kindness that will not only save himself but will help to pass on his new-found wisdom to his entire family too.' (Synopsis)