Mem Fox is a legend of Australian children's literature. More than 35 years after her first book, Possum Magic, was published, it is still printed in hardback, with its iconic original illustrations by Julie Vivas.

In the intervening years, Fox has somehow managed an academic career as a literacy expert, while writing 40 more books. She’s charmed generations of…

Do you know a budding poet, who doesn't know it or – better still – one who does know it and wants to learn more?

At this workshop, kids will get the chance to learn some of the basics of poetry and spoken word from Melbourne spoken-word artist and aficionado Abdul Hammoud. Abdul is not only a great poet, he’s…

Do you know a budding poet, who doesn't know it or – better still – one who does know it and wants to learn more?

At this workshop, kids will get the chance to learn some of the basics of poetry and spoken word from Melbourne spoken-word artist and aficionado Abdul Hammoud. Abdul is not only a great poet, he’s…

The demands placed on young people are ever-growing. What does it mean to educate children and teenagers in the era of social media and climate change, when they’re acutely aware of the pressure to succeed – whether via NAPLAN results, university entrance scores, extracurricular activities, or fulfilling jobs?

John Marsden has long been part of the lives of young Australians…

Our Little Inventor is a fantastic book for kids by Melbourne author and illustrator Sher Rill Ng.

It's the story of a young girl, Nell, who creates an ingenious machine to fight pollution and save her city. With beautiful illustrations and an inspiring heroine, Ng's story of creativity, perseverance and resilience has struck a chord with many young readers.

At…

Our Little Inventor is a fantastic book for kids by Melbourne author and illustrator Sher Rill Ng.

It's the story of a young girl, Nell, who creates an ingenious machine to fight pollution and save her city. With beautiful illustrations and an inspiring heroine, Ng's story of creativity, perseverance and resilience has struck a chord with many young readers.

At…