A book can change the world' was the primary philosophy behind Jackie's two-year term as Laureate. She is regarded as one of Australia's most popular children's authors and writes across all genres - from picture books, history, fantasy, ecology and sci-fi to her much loved historical fiction for a variety of age groups. There are also wombat Q&As and wombat jokes. In 2016 Jackie became a Member of the Order of Australia for her contribution to children's literature and her advocacy for youth literacy. Jackie also shares some personal stories from her experiences living with these wonderful creatures. Color in your own Wombat Illustration or Connect the Dots Browse Art Project Ideas created. (Supplied) 'In the last 30 years, particularly in the last 10 years, weve made revisions to my books,' said childrens author Jackie French. Jackie French AM is an award-winning writer, wombat negotiator, the 2014-2015 Australian Children's Laureate and the 2015 Senior Australian of the Year. We cant wait to share this story with you Other Wombat Resources. Jackie French, author of Diary of a Wombat Jackie French says there were some troubling changes made in a US version of one of her books. She teaches them when she would like carrots, when she would like oats and when she would like both at the same time. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business, and most difficult of all - trains her humans. In 2002 he paired with author Jackie French and illustrated Diary of a Wombat, which was the start of an extraordinary creative collaboration. this wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. Since 1992 Bruce has written and/or illustrated over 90 picture books. Bruce Whatley is one of Australia's most highly regarded and talented authors and illustrators for children, both here and internationally.

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