We are taught to value ourselves, our families and our relationships, but what of the animals and the environment? Do we take these for granted? Set in the colonial era, with accurate botanical illustrations and depiction of clothing and utensils, this book also includes supporting historical and botanical notes, which will allow students to explore in detail the world created here. Many elements of the curriculum can
be discussed, history, literature and the environment, together with how a known fairy tale
can be retold to good effect.

Sample of the text Little Red was the runt. He was the smallest pup born that spring. The larger pups would not let him nurse. “Sorry, tiny pup” said his mother “big pups eat first so that they may grow strong and brave.” Grandmother Wolf who stood guard outside the den overheard. She poked her head in to gently lick Little Red’s face. Into his his ear she whispered “little ones can be brave too.”

Illustration style Historically accurate and detailed full colour illustrations throughout which are supported with sepia sketches and vignettes of flora, fauna and historical asides.

The typographic look Use of classic fonts with a hand drawn script add freshness while maintaining a classic look. Text blocks will have flexibility to adapt to each spread. A multi-tiered level of typography is used for the main narrative, the flora, the fauna, and historic notes.