The Koala Who Could, Rachel Bright
The Koala Who Could, Rachel Bright
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The Koala Who Could
From The World of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

Author: Rachel Bright

Series: World Of Rachel Bright & Jim Field

Narrator: Bill Nighy

Unabridged: 5 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Orchard Books

Published: 10/13/2022


Synopsis

A funny rhyming story about a reluctant Koala who finds change just a little bit worrisome.

In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free . . . a koala called Kevin clung to a tree.

Kevin likes to keep things the same. Exactly the same. But when change comes along uninvited one day, Kevin discovers that life can be new and wonderful!

The Koala Who Could was the winner of the Evening Standard's Oscar's Prize and the Sainsbury's Book Prize.

(P) 2022 Hodder & Stoughton Limited

About Rachel Bright

Rachel Bright is a wordsmith, illustrator and professional thinker of happy thoughts. A prolific creator, she has written countless bestselling books for children, including Love Monster, The Lion Inside, The Koala Who Could and The Worrysaurus and has won many prestigious awards including The Lollies, The Evening Standard Oscar's Book Prize and The Sainsbury's Book Award. Her books have been translated into 47 languages and have sold over 5 million copies worldwide. She is also the creator of award-winning stationery and homewares range, The Brightside. Rachel lives in a forest clearing near the seaside, with her partner, their two young daughters and numerous animals.

About Jim Field

Jim Field is an award-winning illustrator, character designer and animation director. He has won multiple awards including the BookTrust Roald Dahl Funny Prize, Oscar's Book Prize, Sainsbury's Children's Book Awards and The Lollies Book Award. He regularly collaborates with Rachel Bright (THE LION INSIDE), Kes Gray (OI FROG!) as well as writing and illustrating his own bilingual books in the MONSIEUR ROSCOE series.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Calista on April 25, 2018

Kevin from Down Under - a cute Koala. He is scared of not being in control. He is like so many of us thinking that he does have control. He learns it's an illusion. Luckily, he has a great community who is trying to support him and help him be brave. When disaster strikes, he learns that life is ok......more

Goodreads review by Joana Alves on October 10, 2024

Para além das ilustrações maravilhosas, a mensagem é inspiradora, mostra-nos que sair da nossa zona de conforto pode ser assustador, mas saber que temos amigos por perto, é mais fácil e melhor. Um livro ótimo para trabalhar com as crianças que as mudanças podem ser difíceis mas podem trazer coisas m......more

Goodreads review by Tracy on November 14, 2017

This is a really cute picture book about a koala who avoids playing with his friends because he is afraid. Once the koala gets a can do attitude he discovers life is much more fun. I'm using this book for my Australia storytime.......more

Goodreads review by Aďa z Knihy, knihy a knihy on March 28, 2023

Nedávno vyšla ďalšia milá detská knížka zo zvieratkovskej série, a tak nám nemohla chýbať v našej kolekcii. Tentokrát je pre mňa špeciálna tým, že som ju nečítala sama, ale v spoločnosti môjho dietka, a teda prešla aj detským testom. Príbeh mal zas raz úžasnú myšlienku a myslím, že pomôže veľa deťom......more

Goodreads review by Olivia on October 14, 2017

A lovely book exploring how change and trying something new can lead to amazing things! Kevin the koala is my new best friend!......more


Quotes

Bright's fun rhyming narrative is perfectly complemented by Jim Field's bold illustrations in an inspiring story about Kevin the cautious koala who learns that stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to big adventures. The Mail Online

A charming rhyming tale about a koala averse to change who discovers that taking small risks can lead to big adventures Huffington Post

This is a joyful affirmation of adventure and is perfect for any shy, nervous readers, as well as those little ones who are a shade more rambunctious Daily Mail

A stylish book with a reassuring message about accepting change. Parents In Touch

This inspiring tale is about learning to let go so to discover new things. Good for bedtime, classrooms and cautious children! South Wales Evening Post

A perfect tale for cautious children Inis

...a wonderful, fun, joyful story to read and to share. Reading Zone

Rachel's rhymes are sublime ... Jim Field's humorous animal illustrations are fab, fab, FAB ... a sunshiney book full of fun ReaditDaddy

Fans of The Gruffalo and Giraffes Can't Dance will love this feelgood rhyming story portraying a positive message about facing up to change ...Stylish art with Jon Klassen appeal and vibrant storytelling from two contemporary stars make this a story to shout about - it will make you laugh, cry and read it every bedtime. Booktopia

What delectable scenes Jim Field has created to accompany Rachel Bright's catchy, fun to read aloud, rhyming narrative Red Reading Hub