What colour is the sea? asks Koala. Her friends all give her different answers and she's not sure who to believe... When Owl suggests she go and find out for herself, Koala sets off on a journey of discovery.

Written and illustrated by Katie Stewart.

Read by Lucy Suze Taylor. 

Published by Fremantle Press.

https://fremantlepress.com.au/books/what-colour-is-the-sea/

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Henry and Ruby are two young frogs, brother and sister, who live in a huge Billabong. They hear stories of the river and have been warned not to go, but their curiosity gets the better of them and they find themselves in danger.....  Written and read by Kerry Neill who is a descendant of the Kabi Kabi, Waka Waka, South Sea Islander peoples. Sound design and production: Josh Newth Productions Published by Triballink Pty Ltd  Get your own copy of the book here: https://triballink.com.au/product/henry-ruby-go-to-the-river/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Henry & Ruby Go To The River

What Colour is the Sea?

Thelma felt a little sad, in fact she felt forlorn, 

You see she wished with all her heart, to be a unicorn!

Thelma is an ordinary pony who longs to be sparkle. One day, she spots a carrot on the ground and comes up with a brilliant idea!

Written and illustrated by Aaron Blabey. 

Read by Zindzi.

 

Text and illustrations copyright © Aaron Blabey 2015 First published by Scholastic Press an imprint of Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, in 2015 This narration reproduced under licence from Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd

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Thelma the Unicorn

Poor Tricky! Nothing is going right for him. Milk spills, pyjama buttons won’t work, his little sister wrecks their game, and when he tries to help out, everything just gets worse.

Tricky is having a very bad day. Then Dad has an idea. Outside it’s wild, but there is so much to explore…

Written and illustrated by Alison Lester.

Read by Travis Nippard.

Published by Affirm Press Kids.

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Tricky's Bad Day

"Don’t you wish," said the small rhinoceros, "that you could see the world?" Join the small rhinoceros on her adventures in this inspirational story about quiet determination and the thrill of new experiences. 

Written by Meg McKinlay. 

Illustrated by Leila Rudge.

Read by Fenella Kernebone.

Published by Walker Books.

Get your own copy of the book here:

https://www.booktopia.com.au/once-upon-a-small-rhinoceros-meg-mckinlay/book/9781921977305.html

 

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Once Upon a Small Rhinoceros

Alfie was a fine-looking dog. His coat was sleek and shiny like an otter. He was the son of champions.

But Alfie didn’t feel like a champion. Alfie was scared of . . . everything!

Could Alfie ever be bold and brave like other dogs?

Written and read by Dr Richard ‘Harry’ Harris, a key member of the international cave-diving group who rescued the Wild Boar soccer team in Thailand. 

Illustrated by the talented Simon Howe, who perfectly captures the emotional ups and downs of the adorable and expressive Alfie.

Published by Puffin Books.

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Alfie the Brave

’Twas the night before EASTER

When I spotted the BUNNY!

So I offered to help

Make the EGG HUNT more FUNNY!

Can some HARE-larity save a washed-out Easter weekend?

Find out in this very silly Dad-joke filled book written and read by Adrian Beck.

Illustrated by James Hart

Published by Puffin Books

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The Unfunny Bunny

Join in the fun in this classic chant-aloud story. Follow the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear. What surprise awaits them in the cave on the other side of the dark forest...?

Written by Michael Rosen.

Illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.

Read by Ben Ely from Regurgitator.

Published by Walker Books.

https://www.booktopia.com.au/we-re-going-on-a-bear-hunt-michael-rosen/book/9780744523232.html

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We're Going on a Bear Hunt

Everyone knows that piranhas don't eat bananas. Everyone that is, except for Brian. This little fish doesn't just love to munch on bananas, but on fruit of all kinds! But Brian's piranha friends think he's bonkers.

Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas is a hilarious story about trying new things - no matter how strange they seem!

Written and illustrated by Aaron Blabey.

Read by Travis Nippard.

Published by Scholastic Australia.

 

Piranhas Don’t Eat Bananas: Text and illustrations copyright © Aaron Blabey 2015  First published by Scholastic Press an imprint of Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd, in 2015 . This narration reproduced under licence from Scholastic Australia Pty Ltd  

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Piranhas Don't Eat Bananas

“Baby brother, I can't wait until you're older.
Just imagine the adventures that lie ahead...”

A joyful and poetic celebration of the bond between two brothers who explore the far reaches of this wild and amazing world, side by side every step of the way.

Written and read by Sofie Laguna, with exquisite illustrations by Judy Watson.

Published by Allen &amp; Unwin.

https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/books/childrens/When-Youre-Older-Sofie-Laguna-illustrated-by-Judy-Watson-9781760291341

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When You're Older

Stella wants to be an astronaut. But Stella is an elephant and every time she applies to Space Command, they come up with a new reason she can’t join. But where there’s a will, there’s a way and Stella is determined to reach for the stars!

Written and illustrated by James Foley.

Read by Wiradjuri Astrophysicist Kirsten Banks.

Published by Fremantle Press.

https://fremantlepress.com.au/books/stellarphant/

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Stellarphant

Henry the hermit crab is done with his dull life on the dim ocean floor. He wants glamour and drama! He wants dazzle and splash! He wants to be known as Fabulous Crab!

But when Fab bedazzles himself in a bit too much bling, he just might have landed himself in deep water…

Written and illustrated by Nicki Greenberg.

Read by Lucy Suze.

Published by Affirm Press.

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I'm Fabulous Crab

A new baby in the family can change everything! Especially for older siblings!
Told from the perspective of a big brother, this story takes a humorous and heartfelt look at the arrival of a new baby. 

Written, illustrated and read by Anita Zurbrugg.

To read along with the pictures, get your own copy of the book here: https://anitazurbruggbooks.com/

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My Brother is an Alien

Beatrix Potter's story: The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies gets a Fun Fable remix! 

Created and produced by: Josh Newth Productions 

Check out more Fun Fables in the Kinderling app!

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The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies - remixed by Fun Fables

Beatrix Potter's story: The Tale of Benjamin Bunny gets a Fun Fable remix! 

Created and produced by: Josh Newth Productions 

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The Tale of Benjamin Bunny - remixed by Fun Fables

Beatrix Potter's story: The Tale of Peter Rabbit gets a Fun Fable remix! 

Created and produced by: Josh Newth Productions 

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The Tale of Peter Rabbit - remixed by Fun Fables

‘Come along, Little Roo!’ called Mummy. ‘It’s time to go.’
Deep down, Little Roo wants to play, but everything is new and different...and a little bit scary. Will Little Roo be brave enough to venture out?

Written, read and illustrated by Renee Treml.

Publlshed by Puffin Books.

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Let's Go, Little Roo!

A joyful award-winning book that celebrates all the amazing ways to be smart, from maths and astronomy, to storytelling, music, kindness - and so much more. 

Written and read by Davina Bell, illustrated by Allison Colpoys.

Published by Scribble.

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All the Ways to be Smart

"Load the dirt, load the dirt, scoop and swing and drop.

Slam it down into the truck. Bump! Whump! Whop!" 

Roadworks takes curious kids through all the stages of making a road - from planning, to construction, to driving on the finished road! 

Written by Sally Sutton.

Illustrated by Brian Lovelock.

Read by Buzz the Bandleader.

Published by Walker Books.

https://www.booktopia.com.au/roadworks-sally-sutton/book/9781921529580.html

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Roadworks

Why does Jasmine always have hundreds and thousands at her birthday parties and what makes her super special? You're invited to some of her best birthday parties to find out!

In We Love You Hundreds and Thousands, Jasmine shows us that it's the simple things in life that make you happy and that being fostered or adopted is a wonderful thing!

Written and read by adoptee Dara Read who is a social justice lawyer and Mum. 

http://dararead.com/

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We Love You Hundreds and Thousands

It’s Halloween and Pig is on a rampage for treats! But don’t be stingy, because this greedy pug has some terrible tricks up his sleeve...

Another laugh-out-loud book from New York Times best-selling author, Aaron Blabey.

Read by KLP and Matt Okine from Diver City!

Published by Scholastic Australia

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Pig the Monster

Little Pago and his ocean friends set out in search of food among the coral flowers and seaweed gardens. But not everything floating in the ocean is safe for a baby turtle to eat!

Little Pago is an inspiring story about friendship, perseverance and the important role each of us can play in keeping our oceans and sea creatures safe!

Written, illustrated and read by Lauren Briggs.

Published by Boolarong Press.

To read along with pictures, get your own copy of the book here: www.littlepago.com

Boolarong Press is donating a percentage of each book sale to will be made to the environmental organisation: Take 3 for the Sea www.take3.org/

 

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Little Pago

Chatterpuss is one noisy cat, and Glenn is one quiet hen.

Although they're different, they're BEST FRIENDS...
but even friends can drive you round the bend!

A joyful new picture book about friendship (and non-stop blabbering) written and read by award-winning singer/songwriter, Josh Pyke. Illustrated by Daron Parton. 

Published by Scholastic Australia.

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Chatterpuss

Lilah the lyrebird can’t sing... or so she thinks. Can Leonard help her find her voice? Or will the bushfire break her silence? Join this courageous bird in her quest to save her bushland home and discover the truth within herself.


​Created by Blue Mountains author Jodie McLeod and Katoomba illustrator Eloise Short, this follow-up to the award-winning children’s book Leonard the Lyrebird will captivate children and adults alike, touching on topical issues and enduring themes such as love, survival, family, nature, wildlife and bushfires.

http://www.jodiemcleod.com/lilah-the-lyrebird.html

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Lilah the Lyrebird

The dinosaur kids fight and grumble until, an earthshaking STOMP echoes over the hill.

Get ready, get set, for daddies galore. Here they come! Here they come! Here they come... ROAR!

Just in time for Father's Day, this rollicking, rhyming tale written by Lesley Gibbes is brought to life with colourful illustrations of romping dinosaurs by Marjorie Crosby-Fairall.

Published by Scholastic Press, an imprint of scholastic Australia.

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Dinosaur Dads

Ibis is on the lookout for food, but she’s not welcome anywhere...that is, until she spies the most amazing dinner of all!

Written by Kate and Jol Temple. Illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh. 

Published by Scholastic Australia.

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Winner Winner Bin Chicken Dinner

My Brother is an Alien is a children’s picture book with a humorous take on the arrival of a baby into a family from a big brother’s perspective. This book carries a heartfelt message to children who are expecting a new arrival into their family and the emotions that can sometimes arise during this change in the family dynamics.

Written, illustrated and read by Anita Zurbrugg.

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There's a bull ant in the bedroom, and it bit me on the bum. I screamed and flicked it out of there, and then it bit my mum! 

It's not just a bull ant that's causing chaos in this house. All kinds of wild animals are making a huge mess! 

Find out what happens in this hilarious, rhyming book written by Adam Wallace.

Illustrated by Shane McG.

Read by Karen Hernandez.

Published by Scholastic Australia.

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There's a Bull Ant in the Bedroom

Zed the fish is white and red.
His poo hangs down in one long thread.
The main thing, though, is what Fred said,
'NEVER, EVER FEED ZED BREAD.'


A funny story about a pet in peril, with a not-so-secret message about food allergy/intolerance and the importance of reading labels!


Written and read by Amelia McInerney. Illustrated by Adam Nickel.

https://www.bookdepository.com/Who-Fed-Zed-Amelia- McInerney/9781760524432

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Who Fed Zed?

Tomorrow is always in a hurry! But when she meets worried Yesterday and trips over thoughtful Today, her whole world begins to slow down.

Tomorrow Girl is a sweet, quirky tale that reminds us about the beautiful moments that can happen when we slow down and take notice of the world around us. 

Written by Vikki Conley. Illustrated by Penelope Pratley.

Read by Lia Tsamoglou, 

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Tomorrow Girl

Lucy worries about EVERYTHING! Not just the everyday things, but Lucy worries about things no one else even thinks about!

When the school musical is announced, Lucy really wants to be a part of it, but will she be brave enough to try out...?

Written by Paul Russell who is a primary teacher, artist, playwright and children's author. Illustrated by Cara King.

Read by Lia Tsamoglou.

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Courageous Lucy

Little Lydia moves from the desert to the big city. Leaving her animal friends behind is hard, but before long she's meeting new ones at the zoo. 

How will she keep up with Tiger, Bear and Gibbon and their amazing skills? Find out in this 
joyful story about friendship, sport, and teamwork.

Written and read by Indigenous Aussie soccer player, Lydia Williams, who is the goalkeeper for the Australian Matildas and for Arsenal in the UK.

Illustrated by Lucinda Gifford.

https://www.bookdepository.com/Goal-Lydia-Williams-Lucinda-Gifford/9781760526146

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Goal!!!

Bear and Rat are the best of friends who do everything together. But Rat wonders if Bear will always be there to hold her hand, no matter what happens ... 

This moving and uplifting story is about a beautiful friendship and unconditional love – even through the hardest of times… 

Written and read by award-winning author, Christopher Cheng. Illustrated by award-winning author and illustrator Stephen Michael King.

Published by Puffin Books.

 

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Bear and Rat

Charlie finds a bag of pirates, half-hidden in the green. They smell a bit, fight a lot, and are very less-than-clean!

Things quickly get out of hand when the pirates take over Charlie's house! What will Charlie do?

Written by Claire Saxby.

Read by Buzz the Bandleader.

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Treasure!

A Safety Network is made up of three to five grown-ups that you trust. These are grown-ups you could tell anything to, and they would believe you. At least one person should not be a family member – they might be a teacher, a neighbour, or a friend’s mum or dad.

This is Part 3 of Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect - adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 3 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

In everyday situations from the sandpit to the classroom, and even at home, we need to respect people’s body boundaries and we need to respect people’s choices too. 

This is part 4 of Let's talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect - adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 4 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

Consent is easy to understand. It just means that you have said “Yes” - and that you've happily agreed to something like a hug, playing a game, or sharing. 

This is part 2 of Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect - adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 2 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

We all have feelings. Sometimes we feel happy or sad or worried or scared. And sometimes we feel angry. Learning how to deal with our feelings in a way that respects the people around us is important. 

This is part 6 of Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect - adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 6 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

Understanding and practising consent starts when we’re kids, with situations in the playground and at home.

This practical book, written by author, teacher and mum, Jayneen Sanders, teaches kids about body boundaries, respectful relationships and how to recognise bullying behaviours. It’s been adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 1 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

Being patient and waiting for our turn can be boring and frustrating, but it's an important thing to learn.

This is Part 5 of the book Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect - adapted for audio in collaboration with Kinderling Kids Radio.

Written and read by Jayneen Sanders.

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Part 5 - Let’s talk about Body Boundaries Consent and Respect

When sweet Robin discovers his mother’s heartbeat for the first time he sets off on a journey that leads him to discover the connection he has to all of life.

Listen to the story then practise the companion meditation ‘My Heartbeat : for young explorers’ available here on the Kinderling App.

Written and read by H.J. Ray

Sound design by Max Gosford

To read along with the pictures, get your own copy of the book at mywellbeingschool.com

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Robin's Sweet Heartbeat

Walking in bare feet is fun! It's all about texture like grass and leaves, and mud and sand.

This is a fun introduction for kids to grounding and mindfulness through a sensory exploration of the world.

Listen to the story then practise the companion meditation ‘Grounding Meditation : for young explorers’ available here on the Kinderling App.

Written and read by H.J. Ray

Sound design by Max Gosford

To read along with the pictures, get your copy at mywellbeingschool.com

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My Bare Feet

Mums can be busy . . . but they'll always be home to kiss you goodnight! (Even if you're asleep when they do!)

A heartwarming hug of a bedtime story for every family with a busy mum.

Written and read by Laura Sititzel. 

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Moonlight Mums

Wolfgang's dad is very brave and helps people. Some grown-ups fight fires and crime, rescue people and save lives. Wolfgang is worried his dad might get hurt, but he learns that he has a great team around him.

A story to help kids manage their fear and anxiety when their grown-up is a first responder. 

Written and read by Avril McDonald.

Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Wolf was Not Sleeping

Stars in the Night is a poem and mindfulness exercise that helps children feel calm and positive.

Written and read by Avril McDonald.


Available until 14 December 2022.

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Stars in the Night

Sometimes other animals can be mean, but Wolfgang learns that sometimes things aren't always as they seem...

Written and read by Avril McDonald.
Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Wolf's Colourful Coat

Little Wolfgang's worries are so heavy, he can't carry them anymore...can he learn to rest his busy mind and will his friends help him out?

Written and read by Avril McDonald.
Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Wolf and the Baby Dragon

Wolfgang's friend Catreen goes off to play with someone else and he feels really left out, that is, until he remembers that there are things he likes to do all by himself. 

Written and read by Avril McDonald.

Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Wolf is not Invited

When Wolfgang turns out the light, he gets scared by the shadows on the walls. With the help of his friends he learns just what to do. 

Written and read by Avril McDonald.

Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Wolf and the Shadow Monster

The Grand Wolf is a story about letting go. Sometimes it’s hard to let go of the things we love, but as Wolfgang learns, true love never dies.

Written and read by Avril McDonald.

Available until 14 December 2022.

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The Grand Wolf

Gecko loves exploring! But one day a great cold descends and the birds and animals must work together to find the sun. How will they do it?

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Joel Wenitong who is a descendent of the Kabi Kabi people, an MC with The Last Kinection, and a doctor.


Available until 7 September 2022.

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Gecko and Big Rock

A beautiful story about Little Dingo who helps Moon who has lost her way. 

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Naomi Wenitong who is a proud Kabi Kabi woman, MC, singer songwriter and member of Australian hip-hop group The Last Kinection.

Available until 20 August 2021.

 

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Dingo and Moon

The other birds find Brolga annoying because she has so much energy! She's always  running around and getting into trouble....but when she helps Little Star, she not only makes a friend, but she learns something about herself too.

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Joel Wenitong who is a descendent of the Kabi Kabi people, an MC with The Last Kinection, and a doctor.


Available until 20 August 2021.

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Brolga and Little Star

One day Mudlark's friend Sun gets angrier and angrier. The animals don't know what to do, so Mudlark tries to find out what's happened.

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Naomi Wenitong who is a proud Kabi Kabi woman, MC, singer songwriter and member of Aussie hip-hop group The Last Kinection.


Available until 20 August 2021.

 

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Mudlark and Sun

One morning Penguin notices big empty patches in Sky and is determined to find out  what's going on!

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Naomi Wenitong who is a proud Kabi Kabi woman, MC, singer songwriter and member of Australian hip-hop group The Last Kinection.

Available until 20 August 2021.

 

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Penguin and Sky

Little Stream is headstrong and selfish. He doesn't realise the damage he's doing to the landscape. Platypus is the only one who can make it through to talk to him. Will PLatypus be able to reason with Little Stream?

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Joel Wenitong who is a descendent of the Kabi Kabi people, an MC with The Last Kinection, and a doctor.

Available until 20 August 2021.

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Platypus and Little Stream

Frilly is a cheeky young lizard who loves to play jokes and the animals were getting really fed up with him! But after a terrible greyness passes over the land, Frilly's special skills come to surface.

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Joel Wenitong who is a descendent of the Kabi Kabi people, an MC with The Last Kinection, and a doctor.

Available until 20 August 2021.

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Frillneck Lizard and Tree

Sandwich is a funny word...where does it come from? What IS a sandwich exactly....?  

This is a case for the Dinner Detectives! Join Clementine and Aksel on their quest to find out the answers to some tricky sandwich questions. 

Written and read by Yves Stening.

Sound design by Brody Green.

Available until 16 September 2023.

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Dinner Detectives: The Legend Lurking in your Lunchbox

Pasta is from Italy – or is it.....? Join the Dinner Detectives - Clementine and Aksel – as they discover the ancient origins of pasta with Sophia – their new neighbour. 

Written and read by Yves Stening.

Sound design by Brody Green.

Available until 16 September 2023.

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Dinner Detectives: A Tangled Tale of Tagliatelli

A sweet story about Mother Earth and her friendship with Wombat.

This story is from a collection called Wombat, Mudlark and Other Stories, written by Dr Helen Milroy who is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Read by Naomi Wenitong who is a proud Kabi Kabi woman, MC, singer songwriter and member of Australian hip-hop group The Last Kinection.

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Wombat and Mother Earth

Inspired by the popular Chinese legend Peach Blossom Spring, this story follows Cai on a magical journey to extraordinary places, meeting new friends and making artworks about the amazing things he sees and does along the way.

Story by Cai Guo-Qiang. Narrated by Ronan Burt.

Sound design by Tropical Grid. Music by Dr Nicholas Ng.

This story is proudly brought to you by the Children’s Art Centre at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art. You can explore more stories and activities by artists from Australia and around the world at qagoma.qld.gov.au

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Let’s Create an Exhibition with a Boy Named Cai

A beautiful stag lives in the forest. His coat is iridescent, like a rainbow, and he knows that he would be hunted if he was ever seen by a human. One day, the stag saves a man whose life is in danger. The man promises to keep the stag’s existence a secret as a favour for saving his life, but when he's offered a reward to reveal the stag's location, what will he do?

Story by M.R. Saisingh Siributr, narrated by Jakkai Siributr. Sound Design by David Williams. Music by Ack Kinmonth and Dan Sugars.

This story is proudly brought to you by the Children’s Art Centre at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art. You can explore more stories and activities by artists from Australia and around the world at qagoma.qld.gov.au

 

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The Legend of the Rainbow Stag

Ali's Boat is a poetic story full of dreams and adventure, tinged with melancholy. Inspired by a special letter from his young nephew, Ali, the story is also a deeply personal reflection on contemporary artist Sadik Kwaish Alfraji's impressions of his childhood in Iraq. Written by Sadik Kwaish Alfraji. Read by Isabella Mellor.

This story is proudly brought to you by the Children’s Art Centre at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art. You can explore more stories and activities by artists from Australia and around the world at qagoma.qld.gov.au

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Ali's Boat

The Sacred Hill is a story about four kangaroos — Blue, the plains kangaroo; Potsy, the potoroo; Treez the tree kangaroo; and Rocko the rock wallaby — who are happy living on the sacred hill until some rowdy myna birds disturb the peace. The roos are forced to leave their land, but thoughts of the hill are never far away. Soon they unite, embarking on an adventure that will lead them back home to the sacred hill.

Written and read by First Nations artist Gordon Hookey, of the Waanyi people, who also plays the didgeridoo you hear in the recording.

This story is proudly brought to you by the Children’s Art Centre at Brisbane’s Gallery of Modern Art. You can explore more stories and activities by artists from Australia and around the world at www.qagoma.qld.gov.au.

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The Sacred Hill

'It can be scary going to a new place for the first time. It can feel strange when you face change of any kind.' 

So begins The Sacred Spaceship written by journalist, author and mum, Amy Molloy. A bedtime story about an astronaut and how to tackle those big feelings.

Read by Travis Nippard. Sound design by Will Ryan.

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The Sacred Spaceship

This thoughtful book helps kids and their grown-ups soothe those big feelings in creative ways.

Written by journalist, author and Mum, Amy Molloy, this is the first book in her Storytelling for Healing series, featuring exclusively on Kinderling Kids Radio.

Read by Travis Nippard. Sound design by Will Ryan.

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How to Recycle your Feelings

A beautiful bedtime story set in the Australian bush by acclaimed mother-and-son-team: Sally Morgan and Ezekiel Kwaymullina. 

Written by Ezekial Kwaymullina who is from the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. Illustrated by award-winning author, Sally Morgan, who belongs to the Palku and Nyamal peoples of the Pilbara​.

Read by Katie Beckett, actor, playwright and proud Murawarri/ Yuggerah woman. 

Sound design by Max Gosford. 

https://www.fremantlepress.com.au/products/we-all-sleep

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We All Sleep

Why are dumplings so popular in Luna new Year? Join the Dinner Detectives - Clementine and Aksel – as they travel back in time to solve a mystery involving a fearsome beast! 

Written and read by Yves Stening.

Sound design by Max Gosford.

Available until 16 September 2023.

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Dinner Detectives: A Fearsome Beast and a Dumpling Feast

A traditional D'harawal Dreaming story about how the red-bellied black snake got its fangs, interpreted and told by Aunty Jacinta Tobin who is a musician and Darug descendant of the Aboriginal people of the Greater Sydney Region with English and Irish ancestry.

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Black Snake

Darren Compton is a dancer, performer and educator, and a proud descendent of the Yuin, Bundjalung, Munanjali, Gamillaraay and the Murray Island nations.

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Darren Compton creates animal sounds on the yidaki (didgeridoo)

Darren Compton is a dancer, performer and educator and a proud descendent of the Yuin, Bundjalung, Munanjali, Gamillaraay and the Murray Island nations.

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Darren Compton explains how the yidaki came to be called the didgeridoo

Darren Compton explains how to play the yidaki (didgeridoo)

Darren Compton talks about how a yidaki (didgeridoo) is made

This is a traditional storyfrom the Gamilaraay or Kamilaroi people about the constellations and seasons. Darren Compton is a dancer, performer and educator and a proud descendent of Yuin, Bundjalung, Munanjali, Gamillaraay and the Murray Island nations.

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Darren Compton tells the story of Dinawan - Emu Dreaming

Frogmouth is searching for a new place to nest, but nothing is quite right. She helps other animals find their true homes, but will she find hers? A story about friendship, family and identity.

Written by Ambelin Kwaymullina who is from the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Read by Katie Beckett, actor, playwright and proud Murawarri/ Yuggerah woman.

Sound design by Max Gosford.

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How Frogmouth Found her Home

Super Cody teaches kids about kindness, persistence and love. This story is also about saying goodbye to someone you love. 

Written and read by Kylie Freeman. 

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The Adventures of Super Cody

Join Numbat as he discovers that he can be both strong and powerful, and soft and gentle. Written by Ambelin and Ezekial Kwaymullina who are from the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia.

Read by Bjorn Stewart who is an actor, director, writer and proud Kuku-Yalanji/Wemba Wemba man. 

Sound design by Max Gosford.

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The Two-Hearted Numbat

Welcome to the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri People. We are part of this land and the land is part of us. This is where we come from. Wominjeka Wurundjeri balluk yearmenn koondee bik. Welcome to Country. 

Have you ever wondered what a Welcome to Country is? Aboriginal communities across Australia have boundaries that are defined by mountain ranges and waterways. Traditionally, to cross these boundaries, permission is required.  When this permission was granted the ceremony now called Welcome to Country took place. Each community had its own way of welcoming to country, and they still do today.

This award-winning book is written and read by Aunty Joy Murphy AO, senior Wurundjeri elder of Melbourne and surrounds. 

Illustrated by Lisa Kennedy, a descendant of the Trawlwoolway People on the north-east coast of Tasmania.

Published by Walker Books Australia.

https://www.booktopia.com.au/welcome-to-country-aunty-joy-murphy/book/9781922244871.html

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Welcome to Country

Hear the legend of the Four Magnificent Dragons of China, who once lived in the Eastern Ocean and became the four main rivers of China that we know today. Told by Dr Nicholas Ng, Erhu Instructor and Acting Co-ordinator of the Chinese Music Ensemble at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Instruments played by Dr Nicholas Ng.

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The Four Magnificent Dragons of China - Part 1

Will the brave dragons be able to save their friends on Earth? Listen to part 2 of the legend of the Four Magnificent Dragons of China, who once lived in the Eastern Ocean and became the four main rivers of China that we know today. Told by Dr Nicholas Ng, Erhu Instructor and Acting Co-ordinator of the Chinese Music Ensemble at the Sydney Conservatorium of Music. Instruments played by Dr Nicholas Ng.

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The Four Magnificent Dragons of China - Part 2

A traditional teaching story about Malian, which means wedge-eagle tailed eagle in the Gamilaraay or Kamilaroi language. Told by Darren Compton who is a dancer, performer and educator, and a proud descendent of the Yuin, Bundjalung, Munanjali, Gamillaraay and the Murray Island nations.

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The Story of Malian told by Darren Compton

By Edward Lear. Read by Stef Smith.

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The Broom, The Shovel, The Poker and The Tongs

By Edward Lear. Read by Stef Smith.

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The Courtship Of The Yonghy-Bonghy-Bo

The Duck And The Kangaroo

The Jumblies

The New Vestments

The Owl And The Pussycat

A funny tale about a strange creature with woolly blue hair and terrible breath called the Wimben Lumben, and the Sausage. Written and read by Sydney-based singer-songwriter Angie Who, with details provided by a 4 year old.

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