Tiny Possum and the Migrating Moths
by MURPHY, Julie & CLIFFORD, Ben
ISBN: 9781486314621
Australian: Yes
Published: 2021 by CSIRO Publishing
Level: Early Years (R-2)
Animals , Picture book , STEM
A story about the life in the year of the endangered pygmy possum in its habitat in Australia’s Southern Alps. The book focuses on the uncertainties facing this tiny female possum including finding food, habitat change and feral predators. The book also introduces the role of humans in saving the pygmy-possum including the Lights Off for Moths programme which ensures that the food of this possum, the bogong moth, can make it to the mountains during September and October. Supported by detailed illustrations and information this book brings factual information to young children in an accessible format.