Bluey The Koala and True Blue Magic

An early introduction to social values through a story line involving native animals in life’s challenges in the Australian Bush. The book is written entirely in verse and contains over 60 colored illustrations. A guide for discussion of many social issues is included.

An early introduction to adult values through a story line involving native animals in life’s challenges in the Australian Bush. The book is written entirely in verse and contains over 60 colored illustrations. A guide for discussion of many social issues is included. The koala family are separated in drought conditions then find themselves in the middle of a bushfire. They are offered shelter by the Wombats where ‘cultural differences’ arise. Bluey finds strength through a magic pebble, saves his friends from a crocodile and defeats Jacko the pyromaniac. Many animals offer help, some sincere, others lacking in integrity and an unlikely hero emerges. Hidden in the story for the reader to discover and discuss with the educator are issues relating to: Honesty, integrity, loyalty, perseverance, leadership, Authority, peer pressure, physical cultural differences, Tolerance, grace, immigration, racial prejudice, poverty, Insecurity, disenfranchisement, disempowerment, Altruism, compassion, gratitude, generosity, empathy, ......and of course being. TRUE BLUE

Valentine Fernbach was born in Budapest in 1942 and emigrated to Australia in 1949. He studied Civil Engineering and was involved in Bridge Design and Construction. He retired from the Gordon Institute of TAFE in 1997 where he held the position of Head of Civil Engineering and Building Design. He now lives with his wife Susan at “Currabilli” in Torquay, Victoria where he continues to pursue his writing and illustrations.