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  • Published: 1 September 2012
  • ISBN: 9781742749013
  • Imprint: Random House Australia
  • Format: EBook
  • Pages: 32

One Very Tired Wombat




A delightful counting book featuring some very cheeky Australian animals and lots of humour.

An Aussie Counting Adventure


How hard can it be to find a bit of peace and quiet?

Wombat is tired and just wants to rest. But it's hard to sleep during the day when a bunch of noisy birds want to sing and play. The magpies keep whistling, the fairy wrens are flitting about and don't even talk about the kookaburras.

Poor tired wombat. Will he ever get to sleep?

<h3>More Than Just Numbers
One Very Tired Wombat isn't just another counting book. It's a captivating story imbued with authentic Aussie charm.

What Your Child Will Learn


* Mathematical Foundations: Helps your child build a strong base in counting, fostering early numeracy skills.
* Biodiversity Awareness: Introduce your young ones to the unique fauna of Australia, enhancing their understanding of our native wildlife.
* Emotional Intelligence: The story allows children to relate to Wombat's quest for rest, fostering empathy and understanding of emotions.
* Language Skills: The book's alliterative and well-worked language is perfect for reading aloud, aiding in linguistic development

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"This delightful counting picture book is cleverly written and designed.” — Magpies

"Full of alliteration and humour, this hardcover gem doubles as a learning tool for young ones practising counting.” — Sunday Telegraph, Kids' Book of the Week

  • Published: 1 September 2012
  • ISBN: 9781742749013
  • Imprint: Random House Australia
  • Format: EBook
  • Pages: 32

About the author

Renee Treml

Renée Treml was inspired by Australia’s wildlife and native birds after moving from the USA to Australia in 2007. She loves to create artworks that highlight the subtle details of nature with delicacy and humour. Renée’s books have won or been listed for awards including the CBCA Crichton Award for New Illustrator, Speech Pathology Book of the Year and the Environment Award for Children’s Literature. Renée’s illustrations are featured on a variety of products, including stationery, ceramics and fine art prints.

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Praise for One Very Tired Wombat

This delightful counting picture book is cleverly written and designed . . . The alliterative and well-worked language works well being read aloud while many will delight in the beautiful illustrations.

Liz Derouet, Magpies

Counting books are a dime a dozen, but Renee Treml's imaginative language makes One Very Tired Wombat unique! … Full of alliteration and humour, this hardcover gem doubles as a learning tool for young ones practising counting.

Kids' Book of the Week, Sunday Telegraph

Awards & recognition

CBCA Book of the Year Awards

Shortlisted  •  2013  •  Crichton Award for New Illustrators

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