Additional information
| Weight | 171 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 210 × 280 × 4 mm |
| Format | |
| Imprint | Boolarong Press |
| ISBN | 9781925877588 |
| Page extent | 36 |
| Publication Year | 2020 |
| Subject | Children 2–6 years |
Cobber
$19.99
Pam Slattery
Cobber is a cassowary living in the Wet Tropics region of Northern Australia.
Cobber’s father had told him that cassowaries had a special purpose for being in the rainforest, but he forgot to tell him exactly WHAT it was.
“All I do is eat and poo,” Cobber thinks to himself. “I must find my real purpose for being in the rainforest.”
So Cobber sets out on an adventure to find his true purpose.
Follow Cobber through the rainforest as he asks the many creatures that he meets along the way, but none are able to answer him.
Cobber is enlightened by a wise owl who explains how VERY important Cobber’s purpose is in the rainforest and that the answer had been right behind him all the time!
Can you guess what the answer was?
Jennifer O’Young (verified owner) –
What a charming text. I love the way the narrative has factual material woven into it.
It would be a great text to teach primary aged children text types and how they can blend together. You could compare and contrast using the factual texts at the back. The pattern in the text and repetition makes it very suitable in an educational setting or in the home. Ofcourse children love the ‘poo’ references. Funny but important.
The beautiful illustrations are soft and delicate. The medium has been used with such technical skill.
I will be recommending this text to my colleagues and friends.
Monica Healy (verified owner) –
‘Cobber’ is fabulous, and I know my niece’s 3 year old daughter will love it. She’ll have a giggle at ‘All I do is eat and poo’…
The illustrations are just delightful and story unfolds so well.
Margaret Aalders –
I think Pam Slattery’s book COBBER is delightfully written with wonderful illustrations. I’ve bought copies for my great niece and nephew. Even I enjoyed reading it and looked forward to Cobber’s purpose in life being revealed. A great educational experience. From my experience with pre-schoolers, I think they will love it. The references to poo will make them giggle. I think this book is exceptionally suitable for kindergartens and pre-schools.
Gaye Newton –
I read your book and loved it, as will my two grandchildren. The story is fun as well as educational and your illustrations are amazing! Looking forward to your next book!
Lyn Farrington ~ Early Years Educator and story book reader on YouTube channel: sheNANNAgans –
Cobber is a delightfully engaging story, which is both educational and visually appealing. I’m sure this Aussie tale will become a firm favourite for children and a valuable resource for teachers of children in the Early Years.
Kate Bennett ~ Stage 1 Teacher NSW –
The story line is great and will give kids (in the school context) much to discuss and innovate on. The illustrations are amazing! The details and profiles of the animals at the end of the book is a wonderful idea and just adds that educational dimension, which I am sure will be appreciated by parents and educators.
Jennifer O’Young ~ Lover of creativity & teacher of primary aged students for 37 years –
My book arrived today. It’s delightful. I love the way that a beautiful narrative has fact woven into it and that factual text sits at the end. It would be a great teaching tool.
Kati Leary –
A fun story with a great take away message, and beautiful illustrations of our precious Far North Queensland.”
Jann Brassil –
I was really thrilled when I received my copies of this beautiful book. The paintings of all the animals in Cobber are delightful and will appeal enormously to children of all ages, the mums and dads too, I am sure! The accompanying story is simply told, perfect for the recommended age group and the information about each animal at the end makes it really educational in an entertaining way.