Wombat is scared of everything, content to stay in his burrow or close by in his ‘safety’ zone.

Roo believes it is Wombat’s ‘comfort’ zone, and he needs to get out and experience the world around him.

With food getting scarce and the promise of plentiful bush berries on offer, Wombat ventures out with Roo to discover Roo is right. The world is wonderful and not so scary after all!

Told in 8 parts of an adventure between two new friends, this animal tale is depicted in the funny illustrations almost as much as it is in the text. Wombat is wary, and Roo is just the buddy to help him brave his fears of the unknown.

A clever, funny, and full colour illustrated novel for animal lovers and those venturing out into the world.

Author – Laura Bunting

Illustrator – Philip Bunting

Age – 6+

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(2022, Scholastic Aust, Australia, Wombat, Kangaroo, Australian Animals, Mountain, Drought, Funny, Series, Humour, One step at a time, Trust, Achievement, Adventure, Friendship, Marsupials)