Author(s): Bob Darroch

New Zealand titles - children

Reading age 3 - 6 yrs. When little kiwi hatches from his egg an accident launches him out into the world on an unexpected adventure. He's got to get back home to mum but, unfortunately, isn't really sure what she looks like. With help from a blue penguin he sets about meeting a variety of birds in his quest to find his mum. The author and illustrator Bob Darroch is the author of the hugely popular Kiwi that was scared of the dark. His illustrations bring his delightful stories to life with warmth and humour. He lives in Temuka and as well as writing and illustrating children's books also runs a successful graphic design business.