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The Koala Who Could Board book – 27 February 2018

by Rachel Bright (Author), Jim Field (Illustrator)

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A glorious board book edition of the award-winning THE KOALA WHO COULD. A feel-good rhyming story with a positive message about overcoming worries, and dealing with change.

Meet Kevin, a koala who likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But sometimes change comes along whether we like it or not . . . and if you let it, change can be the making of you. Kevin the Koala discovers this and more in this delightful picture book from the bestselling creators of THE LION INSIDE.

WINNER of the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize 2017 and the Sainsbury's Book Award 2017!

'Fabulous rhymes, I'm in love with Kevin and would like to buy this for all my friends' children.' Claudia Winkleman

'A feel-good rhyming tale . . . Field's Australian animals are a treat' - Bookseller

Reading age

1 - 3 years
Print length

30 pages
Language

English
Dimensions

14.8 x 2.2 x 18.4 cm
Publisher

Orchard Books
Publication date

27 February 2018
ISBN-10

140835148X
ISBN-13

978-1408351482
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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. ― The Mail Online

A charming rhyming tale about a koala averse to change who discovers that taking small risks can lead to big adventures ― Huffington Post

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 ― Daily Mail

A stylish book with a reassuring message about accepting change. ― Parents In Touch

This inspiring tale is about learning to let go so to discover new things. Good for bedtime, classrooms and cautious children! ― South Wales Evening Post

A perfect tale for cautious children ― Inis

...a wonderful, fun, joyful story to read and to share. -- Caroline Horn ― Reading Zone

Rachel's rhymes are sublime ... Jim Field's humorous animal illustrations are fab, fab, FAB ... a sunshiney book full of fun ― ReaditDaddy

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. ― Booktopia

What delectable scenes Jim Field has created to accompany Rachel Bright's catchy, fun to read aloud, rhyming narrative ― Red Reading Hub

There was nothing I disliked in this. This is an amazing book, you should definitely try it. ― Evening Echo (Cork)

Book Description

An adorable board book edition of this funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries. From the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.

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Rachel Bright (Author)

Rachel Bright is a wordsmith, illustrator and professional thinker of happy thoughts. She has written several books for children, including Love Monster, The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could - winner of the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Award. Her books have been translated into 40 languages and have sold over 2 million copies worldwide. She is also the creator of award-winning stationery and homewares range, The Brightside. Rachel lives on a farm near the seaside, with her partner and their two young daughters.

Jim Field (Illustrator)

Jim Field is a lead-driven, pencil-pushing, 25-frames-per-second Led Zeppelin fan. He is also a hugely talented illustrator and animation director. His first picture book Cats Ahoy! won the Booktrust Roald Dahl Funny Prize and was nominated for the Kate Greenaway award. He has since illustrated a string of bestselling, multi-award-winning children's books, including Oi Frog! and The Lion Inside, as well as young fiction series Rabbit and Bear. Jim is the 5th bestselling illustrator in the UK.

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Meet Kevin - A Koala who likes to keep things the SAME. EXACTLY the same.

But when a change comes along uninvited one day, Kevin discovers life can be NEW & WONDERFUL.

From the creators of THE LION INSIDE comes a funny tale for anyone who finds change just a little bit worrisome.

About the Author

Rachel Bright is a wordsmith, illustrator and professional thinker of happy thoughts. She has written many bestselling books for children, including Love Monster, The Lion Inside and The Koala Who Could - winner of the Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Award. Her books have been translated into 40 languages and have sold over 2 million copies worldwide. She is also the creator of award-winning stationery and homewares range, The Brightside. Rachel lives on a farm near the seaside, with her partner and their two young daughters.

Jim Field is a lead-driven, pencil-pushing, 25-frames-per-second Led Zeppelin fan. He is also a hugely talented award-winning illustrator, character designer and animation director. He has worked on a variety of projects, from music videos and title sequences to advertising and books.

His first picture book Cats Ahoy! won the Booktrust Roald Dahl Funny Prize and was nominated for the Kate Greenaway award. He has since illustrated a string of bestselling, multi-award-winning children's books, including Oi Frog! and The Lion Inside, as well as young fiction series Rabbit and Bear, middlegrade novels by David Baddiel and his debut author-illustrator picture book Monsieur Roscoe - On Holiday, a bilingual book that introduces first French words. He grew up in Farnborough, worked in London and now lives in Paris with his wife and young daughter.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Orchard Books; 1st edition (27 February 2018)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Board book ‏ : ‎ 30 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 140835148X
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1408351482
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 1 - 3 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.8 x 2.2 x 18.4 cm

Best Sellers Rank: 17,594 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- 56 in Exploring Australia & Oceania for Children
- 202 in Children's Books on Self-Esteem & Self-Respect
- 240 in Baby Activity Centres & Entertainers

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Jim Field
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Jim Field is an illustrator, character designer and animation director.
From music videos and title sequences to illustration and picture books, Jim has worked on a variety of projects.
Jim has won multiple awards for the children's books he has illustrated; including the Lollies, The Roald Dahl Funny Prize, The Evening Standards Oscars Prize and The Sainsbury's Award.
He was the 5th bestselling children's book illustrator of 2018.
Jim has illustrated children's books with Kes Gray, Rachel Bright, Julian Gough, Michelle Robinson, Michael Broad, Jeanne Willis, Steve Cole, comedian David Baddiel and Sir Michael Morpurgo.
Jim now lives in Paris with his wife, daughter and a small grumpy cat.
Awards
Oi Frog! written by Kes Gray and published by Hodder Children's Books
Winner of the Bishops Stortford Picture book Award
Nominated for the Kate Greenway 2015
Shortlisted for Peter's Picture book of the year 2015
Winner Portsmouth Children's book Award 2016
Nielsen Silver Award 2019
Oi Dog! written by Kes & Claire Gray and published by Hodder children's Books
WINNER OF THE ENGLISH ASSOCIATION 4-7 FICTION PICTURE BOOK AWARD 2017
WINNER OF THE FCBG YOUNGER CHILDREN'S CATEGORY 2017
WINNER OF THE LOLLIES PICTURE BOOK CATEGORY 2018
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS 2017
The Lion Inside written by Rachel Bright and published by Orchard Books
WINNER OF THE UKLA BOOK AWARD 2017
Shortlisted for The Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize 2016
Longlisted for the CILIP Kate Greenaway Prize 2017
The Koala Who Could written by Rachel Bright and published by Orchard Books
Winner of Evening Standard Oscars award 2017
The Parent Agency written by David Baddiel and published by HarperCollins
Winner of the Lollies 2016 Children's 9 - 12 yr old category
There's a Lion in My Cornflakes written by Michelle Robinson and published by Bloomsbury
Winner of the first Sainsbury's Children's Book Award 2014
Cats Ahoy! written by Peter Bently and published by Macmillan
Winner of The Booktrust Roald Dahl Funny Prize 2011
Nominated for the Kate Greenaway 2012
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Reviewed in Australia on 7 June 2021

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There is an important message for children within the story line but besides this it is a nice story with picture that I bought for my 2 year old granddaughter in Australia. I had already seen the book that my son and his wife had bought for my grandson here in UK. I therefore knew what I was buying. Perhaps best for children a little older than 2 but like other books for children of this age, I am sure it will be read at bedtime many many times.

Reviewed in Australia on 23 July 2021

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Favourite Rachel Bright book. Very well illustrated with amazing storyline about a shy and introverted koala eventually becoming happier and more adventurous at the end of the story after a small accident.

Shannon L. Seymour

Reviewed in Australia on 24 July 2021

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This is such a lovely little read. My grandson loves it and it’s had a beautiful message.

A good book for little ones.

Reviewed in Australia on 11 January 2021

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this was given to a 4 year old grandchild for Christmas. The report, from Australia, is that he enjoyed this book being read to him.

Reviewed in Australia on 3 January 2021

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Had a few more words than what I expected for a boardbook. But I’m sure she will be reading it in no time.

Very funny and educational

Reviewed in Australia on 6 June 2018

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Very funny and educational. Would be a great present for the in-laws but unfortunately our one year old isn't quite old enough to follow the narrative yet. But he likes the pictures and has given it a few goes. I'm sure it'll become a favourite in time.

Reviewed in Australia on 20 July 2020

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Excellent

Reviewed in Australia on 1 October 2020

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Beautiful story, perfect for younger kids. Lovely illustrations

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S. Hoang

Love this story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 5 November 2019

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Brilliant story about trying new things. I bought it for a colleague who was called Kevin and leaving the company for new adventures. All the staff signed it and gave it to him on his last day.

13 people found this helpful

Elizabeth Keane

Koalas, change and friends along the way..

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 1 April 2020

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We loved the other books in the series as they all shared an important message be it sharing, friendship and courage to do things like this one. Kevin is one little character that you grow to love who is afraid of change.
Ultimately having the courage to take a chance and try something new leads to a world of possibilities. The text rhymes and is perfect for reading aloud. Suitable for kids who may be anxious about things and it shows them it's ok to be upset and afraid but that sometimes change happens for a reason and it can be good. Great book.

8 people found this helpful

Laura

Great fun to read and lovely positive message

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 18 November 2018

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This story is fantastic and all the children I have read it to enjoy it. It is a pleasure to read aloud because the rhythm and rhymes are spot on (unlike some of the Julia Donaldson books where it feels clumsy) and the illustration is brilliant.

My favourite thing about this book (and A Lion Inside and The Squirrels who Squabbled) is the message, which is so positive, but not at all forced. Given the light-hearted tone of the three books I wasn’t expecting “lessons”, but they are so sweetly given and such positive messages that it has pushed these books to my “most bought” for the kids I know.

15 people found this helpful

synergy

HardCover Perfect

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 3 November 2021

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My daughter loves books and really likes this one. It has such a lovely message and great quality. My daughter is four years old.

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Hayley W.

Amazing book! One of my favs

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 January 2020

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Could read these books all day. The rhyming and story is excellent and teaches my son a few things about life. We often chat about them after read. Illustrations are great. Book is a great size. Recommended for any family!

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