Betsy & Bon
Written and illustrated by Simon Howe UQP 2026 Teacher's Notes Reviewed by Mia Macrossan Simon is a writer and illustrator who says he makes books about childhood, family, hope and home. He has also illustrated many books in collaboration with others including Boss of
Poppy Makes Pockets
By Jemima Parker & Karen Erasmus Exisle Publishing 2026 Reviewed by Meg Rowe Jemima Parker’s debut picture book, Poppy Makes Pockets, is a delightful story that follows Poppy’s vision to transform ordinary clothes into magical ‘treasure collecting outfits’ by the power of adding
