Children's Books

Stories inspired by close animal encounters and the photographs that bring them to life.

This series invites young readers to explore the natural world through the lives of Australia’s native animals — and a few special rescue pets. Each story follows a curious, brave, or playful character as they navigate their environment, meet other creatures and discover lessons about behaviour, friendship, courage and coexistence.

Told with gentle humour, accurate wildlife detail, and full-colour photo-illustrations, the books encourage observation, empathy, and respect for the creatures and habitats around us. From wombats and ringtail possums to superb lyrebirds, bowerbirds and adventurous kittens and dogs, every story celebrates curiosity, individuality and the quiet wonders of nature.

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‘I’ve bought several of Donna’s books for the children of friends, and recently bought more as Christmas gifts. I highly recommend these books. They are beautifully written and gorgeous photography.’ - Eden Libby Nicholls

Explore the Photography behind the Stories

A wild Borneo orangutan mother carrying her baby while hanging from lush green jungle branches.A wild Borneo orangutan mother carrying her baby while hanging from lush green jungle branches.
Close-up portrait of a fluffy wild koala in a eucalyptus tree on Kangaroo Island.Close-up portrait of a fluffy wild koala in a eucalyptus tree on Kangaroo Island.
A polar bear yawning in the wild of Hudson Bay, Canada, featured on the book cover of Follow that Bear.A polar bear yawning in the wild of Hudson Bay, Canada, featured on the book cover of Follow that Bear.