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Engaging Children to Write

Ashleigh Barton is a bestselling children’s author from Sydney, Australia. Her latest book, Solomon Macaroni and the Cousin Catastrophe, is out now. I know I’m not alone when I say that I loved writing as a child. It was my…

The Listies Make Some Noise at Monkey Baa Theatre

“Hilarious. Awesome. Hilarious.” – Miss 9 “The best part was all of it.” -Miss 5 “It’s great how they make it funny for the grown-ups, too.” -Mr. Artsplorer Start with knowing up to three notes on the bass guitar. Add…

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25 Gorgeous Australian Picture Books from 2021

This post contains affiliate links.All instances in which were given a copy for potential review have been noted. 2021, you rapscallion. The sturm und drang of 2020 just blustered right into this year, and I think it’s safe to say…

Pete the Sheep at Monkey Baa Theatre

Pull on your work boots, artsplorers! We’re going to the sheep station. Monkey Baa Theatre’s Pete the Sheep is a knee-slapping, Aussie-as musical with big laughs and great hair, all in a perfect 45-minute package. The show brings to life…

Magic Beach on Stage

A review of the theatre production of Magic Beach (based on the book by Alison Lester).