On Sunday 11 August the Lilly Pilly marquee transforms into a giant immersive storytelling arena where authors and illustrators will entertain, inspire and delight. Kids can also explore the StoryBoard space at The Coolamon where our famous StoryBoard bus and tipi village comes alive with workshops and activities. Hosted by the marvellous Zanni Louise, here are just some of the writers featured at Kids Big Day Out.
Environmentalist, former parliamentarian, and Thera author Bob Brown will share his love of the natural world through stories of beautiful Tasmanian native animals.
Matt Stanton has sold more than one million books, including The Odds and Funny Kid. Matt will enthral kids with Fluff, his hilarious new series about Gilbert, a boy whose best friend is an imaginary giant fluffy bunny.
Kate & Jol Temple’s wild animal characters fill their books, from bin chickens to fearless frogs ready to save the world. What inspired these silly characters? And why do Kate and Jol have the world’s largest pair of undies?
Nicolla Hemi-Morehouse, known on YouTube as Miss Nicky Says, celebrates her Māori culture, language, and heritage. This fun session will introduce kids to Te Reo Māori (the Māori language) through song.
Bundjalung artist and writer Ella Noah Bancroft appears at the festival to share with young readers the importance of custodianship.
For the full Kids Big Day Out program and tickets go to byronwritersfestival.com/kbdo.
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