“Bowers of Blue” is a full-colour picture book.
Available as a board book. Ages 0-6.
Written and Illustrated by Naomi Crew
A brightly coloured collection of poems inspired by Blue Mountains fauna. Bird lovers young and old alike will enjoy this lively text, capturing the character and uniqueness of some of Australia’s favourite birds through art and verse.
“Cockatoo Magic” is a full-colour picture book.
Available as a paperback. Ages 3-7.
Written by Katharine Rogers, Illustrated by Nana Sakata
Meet Ellie, a young girl who wishes to go on big adventures, but feels too small. A cheeky cockatoo named Snowy shows her that with a big heart – and a little bit of magic – anything is possible.
“Goodnight, Blue Mountains” is a full-colour picture book.
Available as a board book. Ages 0-5.
Written and Illustrated by Skye Taylor.
From fairy wrens and flannel flowers to sugar gliders and gumtrees, wander through the natural beauty of the Blue Mountains as night falls…
“Good Morning, Blue Mountains” is a full-colour picture book.
Available as a board book. Ages 0-5.
As the koalas doze and dream up in the gum trees, the blue-banded bees are busy below. Stroll through the bush as the sun rises over the Blue Mountains.
“P is for Permaculture” is a full-colour picture book.
Available as a board book. Ages 0-5.
Written by Sharon Baldwin, Illustrated by Tia Madden
Make your way through the alphabet learning about the tenets of permaculture: earth care, people care and fair share.
“The Gardeneers” is a 12-book early chapter series with black and white illustrations.
Available in paperback. Ages 6-10.
Written by Sharon Baldwin, Illustrated by Tia Madden. Follow three best friends and some special educators building a garden at their school as they learn about the 12 principles of permaculture along the way.
Loose Parts Press 