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Books in Layla Down Under series

  • Layla Learns to be Brave

    Bron Whitley, Melissa Bailey

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Aug. 1, 2015)
    G'day,' from Layla, the fun and feisty seven year old who lives Down Under! "This chapter book is learning made fun...By the time they finish reading, they will receive a confidence boost and they might even want to try something new very soon! ...The illustrations are amazing... I teach little kids and I'm certainly going to keep this book for their next story session!" Goodreads book reviewer and teacher, Saradia Chatterjee Trying new things can be scary! Layla wants to join the school Singing Club. But, what will happen if she doesn’t know any of the songs? Will she sound like a screeching cockatoo? Will the other kids laugh at her? Layla is a fun and feisty seven-year-old girl who lives with her family in Brisbane, Australia. She finds out that it’s hard to be brave when you’re feeling scared. Will Layla join Singing Club? Can she learn to do something brave even when she is feeling scared? This first instalment in the Layla Down Under children’s book series, Layla Learns to be Brave, is an early reader chapter book for kids. Available in paperback and eBook formats, this children's book is one that 6-8 year old readers can easily navigate with its large font, easy sentences, everyday relatable situations, cute illustrations, and warm family-centred themes. Layla Learns to be Brave, is set in the beautiful Australian river city of Brisbane, and explores the central theme of learning to be brave. This book is a must-have for every young child learning to read, and for anyone wanting to encourage their youngster to try new things.
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  • A New Baby For Christmas

    Bron Whitley

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Nov. 3, 2015)
    'G'day,' from Layla, the fun and feisty girl who lives Down Under! Christmas time in Australia is hot, and Layla is on summer vacation! It’s Christmas Down Under style! This summer is going to be an exciting one because Layla’s family are expecting a new baby for Christmas, AND Mema is coming to visit from America for the first time. Layla is not sure she is ready for a new baby. What if everyone likes the baby more than they like her? What if it cries all the time? Perhaps it will want her bedroom! Join Layla as she learns to welcome her new sister to the family, the best way to escape from an emu, and how to feed a kangaroo! It’s a hot, but very merry, Australian Christmas celebration! This first instalment in the Layla Down Under children’s book series, A New Baby for Christmas, is an early reader chapter book for kids. Available in paperback eBook formats, this children's book is one that 6-8-year-old readers can easily navigate with its large font, easy sentences, everyday relatable situations, cute illustrations, and warm family-centred themes. A New Baby for Christmas, is set in the beautiful Australian river city of Brisbane, and explores the central theme of welcoming a new baby to the family. This book is a must-have for every young child learning to read.
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  • Migaloo the White Whale

    Bron Whitley

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Feb. 6, 2016)
    'G'day', from Layla, the fun and feisty girl who lives Down Under! A trip to the beach provides an unexpected surprise: a pod of whales is passing by the lookout where Layla and her family are picnicking. One of the whales leaps into the air – it’s white all over. His name is Migaloo the White Whale. Migaloo is a very rare and famous white humpback whale. There’s even a news crew there to record the moment, and suddenly Layla finds herself being interviewed by a TV reporter. Will she be famous too? Join Layla as she learns how to swim freestyle, make new friends and believe in herself even when things get hard. You’ll also discover some fun facts about Australia’s majestic Humpback Whales. The third instalment in the Layla Down Under children’s book series, Migaloo the White Whale, has cute illustrations and warm family-centred themes. Available in paperback and ebook formats, this children's book is one that 6-8 year old readers can easily navigate with its large font, easy sentences and everyday relatable situations. Migaloo the White Whale, is set in the beautiful Australian river city of Brisbane. This book is a must-have for every young child learning to read.
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