Mem Fox

Everyone loved soft, round, cuddly Koala Lou, but her mother loved her most of all and told her so a hundred times a day. As time passed and more little brothers and sisters were born, her mother became too busy to tell Koala Lou that she loved her. Koala Lou grew sad, and oh, how she longed to hear her mother say it once again. Then one day Koala Lou though of a brilliant plan to win back her mother's love and hear again those wonderful words, "Koala...

Rhyming text compares babies born in different places and in different circumstances, but they all share the commonality of ten little fingers and ten little toes.

A baby encounters a variety of young animals, including a clever monkey, a hairy warthog, and a dusty lion cub, before discovering the most precious creature of all.

Despite the differences between people around the world, there are similarities that join us together, such as pain, joy, and love.

"A small boy tries to discover the meaning of "memory" so he can restore that of an elderly friend" -- Title page verso.

Two Australian possums go in search of the magic that will make the invisible one of them visible.

Siblings Bonnie and Ben impress Skinny Doug with their ability to recite nursery rhymes.--

Mem Fox reveals the incredible emotional and intellectual impact reading aloud to children has on their ability to learn to read. Fox speaks of when, where, and why to read aloud and demonstrates how to read aloud to best effect and how to get the most out of a read-aloud session. She discusses the three secrets of reading, offers guidance on defining and choosing good books, and addresses the challenges that can arise.

"What are two parents to do when their beloved little dragon keeps breathing fire all over the house?"--

"A star falls to earth where it becomes a baby and is embraced and cared for by the community."--