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A funny rhyming story about dealing with change and overcoming worries, from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.

In a wonderful place, at the breaking of dawn, where the breezes were soft and the sunshine was warm, a place where the creatures ran wild and played free ... A…

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1 author picked The Koala Who Could as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

This is such a cute, read-a-loud rhyming book about Kevin the Koala, who is frightened of change. I relate to how Kevin just wants to stay safe in his gumtree and never ever leave, but when his world literally collapses he has to face his anxieties.

It’s fun rooting for Kevin as he overcomes his anxiety, and I really felt the joy that comes with such courage and understanding that not every day has to be the same to stay safe. If Kevin can overcome his anxieties and leave his tree, then so can we. 

I also particularly love the…

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