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Bird and Whale: Book Launch
Come celebrate the launch of an exciting new children’s book about a bird and a whale, and how there are often many more things that connect us than set us apart

When 19 January 2025 11:00am - 12:30pm

Where Wild Island Gallery

Contact wildislandtas.com.au/


Join author Carmelina Bocchino and illustrator Lucy C. Smith for the first launch of their children's book!

How different, do you think, are a bird and a whale?

In some ways they’re alike, but not in every detail.

Whales swim through waters, Birds grace the skies,

But they’re actually more similar than you might realise.

Embark on a whimsical comparison of birds and whales: two creatures from entirely different worlds, yet with many surprising similarities. This is a charming, illustrated poem with a timely reminder, that there is more that connects us than sets us apart.

The event is free, and will include a Q&A, a reading of the book and fun activities for the whole family. 



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