Australian (but born in UK) Writer and
Illustrator Leila Rudge Gary Walker Books 2016 $24.99hb 28pp
ISBN 978 1 9250 8169 5
Themes: Being different/ Maps/ Racing Pigeons
A racing pigeon that can’t fly is a bit of an
anachronism but Gary (first seen seen in smart tramping hat and carrying a
map under his wing) is used to the rest of the flock flying off without him. He
records their comings and goings in a large scrapbook and sometimes feels a bit
envious but he eats the same seeds, he sleeps in the same lofts and they all
dream of adventure. Then one day Gary finds himself far far from home – he is
with the other birds because he has fallen into one of the racing baskets and
somehow Gary has to get home …
Story and illustrations are creatively melded
into a whole which is full of spin offs with much to
discuss. Teachers’ notes are available.
Preschool up/ Age 4 up
Visit: booktopia.com.au/2013/04/02/leila-rudge for an interesting interview with Leila
Visit: booktopia.com.au/2013/04/02/leila-rudge for an interesting interview with Leila
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