Diprotodon

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A Megafauna Journey

By: Bronwyn Saunders Illustrated by: Andrew Plant

eBook - October 2023 - eRetailers

Explore the Ice Age environment and its megafauna inhabitants in this captivating picture book.

Follow in the giant footsteps of Diprotodon as he finds his place in the world. Explore his Ice Age environment, his encounters with other megafauna and the challenges he faces to survive. + Full description

Diprotodon: A Megafauna Journey features the largest marsupial that ever lived. Brought to life through fabulous illustrations, this story will captivate and enthral readers.

Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9.

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Reviews

"HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. An awe-inspiring and educational book about an Australian prehistoric giant surviving in a harsh environment and ready to start a new family. Especially for budding palaeontologists."
michelleguzelauthor (Instagram), 11 December 2023

"Children will be enchanted and awed by this story of giants, dangers, survival and dramatic change on the continent they know as Australia. […] As always, CSIRO have produced a marvellously engaging, high-quality book of reliable scientific knowledge. "
Kevin Brophy, CBCA Reading Time, 25 November 2023

"This is narrative non fiction at its best, providing both a compelling story of danger and survival, and a fascinating exploration of the Ice Age environment in Australia. The narrative works in perfect harmony with the stunning two page spread illustrations. There is further information and a glossary of terms at the back of the book for curious young readers."
Aussie Kids Books (Facebook), 16 December 2023

"This picture book belongs in every school classroom and library. There’s so much to explore here. Diprotodon: A Megafauna Journey allows readers, young and old, to learn about the world in a way they might not have before"
Better Reading, 4 October 2023

"This narrative non fiction story introduces students to these ancestors of the wombat while opening up so many other worlds to explore such as the creatures it shared the continent with and their evolution to those we know today"
Barbara Braxton, The Bottom Shelf, 25 October 2023

"The author’s passion for her subject not only guided her narrative but her determination to make this information available to young readers in an accessible and interesting format."
Living Arts Canberra, 28 November 2023

Details

Hardback | October 2023 | $ 24.99
ISBN: 9781486316762 | 32 pages | 250 x 250 mm
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
Colour illustrations

ePDF | October 2023
ISBN: 9781486316779
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
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ePUB | October 2023
ISBN: 9781486316786
Publisher: CSIRO Publishing
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Features

Follows a young diprotodon finding his way in the world.
Explores the megafauna that existed 2.6 million to 11 700 years ago, in the Pleistocene era.
Highlights the challenges Diprotodon faces from the environment and other animals.

Authors

Bronwyn Saunders is a passionate citizen scientist who delights in sharing facts about Australia’s natural history with readers.

Andrew Plant is a Melbourne-based illustrator, author and science educator. He loves creating books about almost any subject, and is passionate about sharing that creativity with kids.