The Secret World Of Wombats
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On Sale:
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27/07/2005
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Formats:
Trade paperback
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Companion non-fiction title for the bestselling Diary of a Wombat.
A non-fiction book that explores everything you′ve ever wanted to know about wombats.
Jackie French loves wombats. She′s been living with and studying them for over 30 years, and they have been featured characters in many of her books.
Now her beloved wombats take centre stage, as Jackie reveals everything you have ever wanted to know about them - from their zoological history to habitation and habits.
Jackie also shares some personal stories from her experiences living with these wonderful creatures. There are also wombat Q&As and wombat jokes sprinkled throughout the book.
Ages 7-12.
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