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The Koala Who Could

From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

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The Koala Who Could

By: Rachel Bright, Jim Field
Narrated by: Bill Nighy
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About this listen

A funny rhyming story about a reluctant Koala who finds change just a little bit worrisome.

In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free . . . a koala called Kevin clung to a tree.

Kevin likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But when change comes along uninvited one day, Kevin discovers that life can be new and wonderful!

The Koala Who Could was the winner of the Evening Standard's Oscar's Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Prize.

(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited
Animals Animals & Nature Fiction Geography & Cultures Growing Up Growing Up & Facts of Life Literature & Fiction Oceania Funny

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Critic reviews

Bright's fun rhyming narrative is perfectly complemented by Jim Field's bold illustrations in an inspiring story about Kevin the cautious koala who learns that stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to big adventures.
A charming rhyming tale about a koala averse to change who discovers that taking small risks can lead to big adventures
This is a joyful affirmation of adventure and is perfect for any shy, nervous readers, as well as those little ones who are a shade more rambunctious
A stylish book with a reassuring message about accepting change.
This inspiring tale is about learning to let go so to discover new things. Good for bedtime, classrooms and cautious children!
A perfect tale for cautious children
...a wonderful, fun, joyful story to read and to share. (Caroline Horn)
Rachel's rhymes are sublime ... Jim Field's humorous animal illustrations are fab, fab, FAB ... a sunshiney book full of fun
Fans of The Gruffalo and Giraffes Can't Dance will love this feelgood rhyming story portraying a positive message about facing up to change ...Stylish art with Jon Klassen appeal and vibrant storytelling from two contemporary stars make this a story to shout about - it will make you laugh, cry and read it every bedtime.
What delectable scenes Jim Field has created to accompany Rachel Bright's catchy, fun to read aloud, rhyming narrative
There was nothing I disliked in this. This is an amazing book, you should definitely try it.
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