Have you ever heard of a Gharial? What about a Zebu? These are just two of the strange animals in T is for Tuatara.

There are some well knowns like the Hedgehog, Rhinoceros and Skunk, and also some kiwi critters like the Weta and and of course the Tuatara.

What’s special about this Alphabet book is that each animal (on its own page) has its own poem, limerick or rhyme that tells the reader a bit about that animal.

At the bottom of each page are some fascinating facts about that animal.

THEN… At the back of the book is even more information about each animal.

But wait! There’s even more!

There is also a section on writing poetry, called Poetry Tips. The final line in this picture book is

And most importantly… have fun

FUN sums up T is for Tuatara. The poems are funny, the facts interesting and learning how to write poems and limericks is a cool bonus!

Author – Jo van Dam

Illustrator – Deborah Hinde

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