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‘French and Whatley have conjured an affectionate, believable wombat self-portrait.’ New York Times Book Review
‘Bruce Whatley’s illustrations bring the story to life in a way that is both endearing and amusing. It’s easy to see why this book has won several awards in Jackie French’s native Australia. It deserves to be a huge hit here too, as it feels really fresh and original.’ Publishing News
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I found this book in Australia, and bought it there. On return to the U.S., my sons and I spent night after night reading it to each other and acting out the illustrations. The text is simple - aimed for the youngest reader - but humourous, and the illustrations are absolutely charming.
The book chronicles a week in the life of a wombat and its human "pets" - all from the wombat's point of view. Many "entries" in the diary reflect the wombat's nocturnal nature ("Monday - Morning: Slept; Afternoon: Slept...). The humour and charm stem from the animal's interaction with the world around it - battling a "welcome" mat, discovering an endless supply of carrots (the garden), tackling wet laundry on the line, communicating its desires to the humans (by bashing trash bins, chewing flower pots)...
The book's humour is comparable to "Click Clack Moo" and "Giggle Giggle Quack", but the text is easier for youngsters to read themselves. The adult readers (both in Oz and America) were delighted with the book, and several teachers requested copies. It is not available in the U.S., and I was very grateful to obtain a copy for our school library through amazon.co.uk marketplace. Also, the U.K. version contained an additional page explaining "I am a wombat, a nocturnal animal..." which is an excellent addendum to the original book.
The book chronicles a week in the life of a wombat and its human "pets" - all from the wombat's point of view. Many "entries" in the diary reflect the wombat's nocturnal nature ("Monday - Morning: Slept; Afternoon: Slept...). The humour and charm stem from the animal's interaction with the world around it - battling a "welcome" mat, discovering an endless supply of carrots (the garden), tackling wet laundry on the line, communicating its desires to the humans (by bashing trash bins, chewing flower pots)...
The book's humour is comparable to "Click Clack Moo" and "Giggle Giggle Quack", but the text is easier for youngsters to read themselves. The adult readers (both in Oz and America) were delighted with the book, and several teachers requested copies. It is not available in the U.S., and I was very grateful to obtain a copy for our school library through amazon.co.uk marketplace. Also, the U.K. version contained an additional page explaining "I am a wombat, a nocturnal animal..." which is an excellent addendum to the original book.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I found this book by chance and was overwhelmed with how cute the wombat is. This is one of those books that parents won't mind reading to their children over and over again because it is simply adorable and comic at the same time. The diary format makes this the Bridget Jones of the wombat world!
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
No other way of describing it, absolutely adorable. The illustrations of the wombat are unbelievably cute, a book you can read endlessly and enjoy it more every time., Will never fail to bring a smile to your face and make you melt inside. A wombat with an attitude she may be, but also engaging, endearing and an absolute gem.
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wombat fantastic
What a gorgeous book. Can't wait to give it to my nephews school as a surprise from their visitor from Australia......
Beautiful book. Fast delivery.
Beautiful book. Fast delivery.
Published 17 days ago by bluecooperfan
One of my favourite books (and I'm 20!)
I went to a 21st birthday party where we all brought along a picture book to read to everyone (in the idea of 21 being the year where we say goodbye to our childhood years). Read more
Published 7 months ago by jameswho
Boring
I bought this on the basis of the other reviews for my pre-schooler daughter, but I just didn't get it. Basically it is a book or diary of a wombat sleeping and eating each day. Read more
Published 8 months ago by L. Deans
Very cute book!
I love this book the illustrations a lovely and the story clever, not sure my 2 year old really gets it but think it's really important that a board book appeal to parents and... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Mrs. Z. F. Khan
Brilliant book made me laugh out load!
This is a wonderful children's book about a very naughty Wombat, very clever, beautifully written and illustrated and you can just feel the adults pain due to the grief the wombat... Read more
Published 14 months ago by FeeBeeGee
Another lovely book from Jackie French & Bruce Whatley
I have loved Jackie French's books since we were given 'Diary of a Baby Wombat' for my daughters 1st birthday. Read more
Published 14 months ago by JoD
Funny, entertaining and enjoyable
I'm a teacher and the children really found this book entertaining. Not only entertaining but it got them writing. Read more
Published 15 months ago by J
Diary of a Wombat
Felt this was quite hard for my Year 1 class to grasp - ie training humans to be pets! However, they loved the fact that the Wombat was quite demanding.
Published 15 months ago by Buster B
Lovely Book
A small story book which shares the wombats daily musings. Witty and beautifully illustrated. A lovely short story suitable for tiny children. Read more
Published 17 months ago by PollyJA
A great little story beautifully presented
Our family has a current passion for wombats, usually of the combat variety, so I bought this as a joke for our 11 year old's birthday. Read more
Published 21 months ago by D. Meakin
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