Australia is a land of stunning landscapes, unique wildlife, and rich cultural history. It’s no surprise that countless picture books have been written and illustrated to capture the essence of this incredible continent. In this article, we’ll explore 40 beautiful picture books about Australia, taking you on a journey through the land down under.
1. Possum Magic by Mem Fox
2. Diary of a Wombat by Jackie French
3. Are We There Yet? by Alison Lester
4. Waltzing Matilda by Banjo Paterson
5. Koala Lou by Mem Fox
6. Edward the Emu by Sheena Knowles
7. Tiddalick the Frog by Robert Roennfeldt
8. Magic Beach by Alison Lester
9. The Complete Adventures of Blinky Bill by Dorothy Wall
10. An Australian ABC of Animals by Bronwyn Bancroft
11. Wombat Stew by Marcia K Vaughan
12. The Very Itchy Bear by Nick Bland
13. My Place by Nadia Wheatley
14. The Rainbow Serpent by Dick Roughsey
15. Over in Australia: Amazing Animals Down Under by Marianne Berkes
16. Boomerang and Bat: The Story of the Real First Eleven by Mark Greenwood & Terry Denton
17. Australian Bush Fairies by May Gibbs
18. Clancy the Courageous Cow by Lachie Hume
19. Mopoke by Philip Bunting
20. Stolen Girl by Trina Saffioti
21. Kookaburra Kookaburra – An Australian 123 & ABC: A Treasury of Classic Australian Rhymes and Songs By Kel Richards
22. Koalas Eat Gum Leaves By Laura & Philip Bunting
23. Big Rain Coming By Katrina Germein & Bronwyn Bancroft
24. Home in the Rain By Bob Graham
25. Emu’s Hallelujah! By Michelle Worthington & Katya Swan
26. Dingo Dog and the Billabong Storm by Andrew Fusek Peters
27. Bush Babies: Discovering Australian Trees By May Gibbs
28. Roo Knows Blue By Renee Treml
29. Edward the Emu: Colouring and Activity Book by Sheena Knowles
30. Boy from Alice Springs By Sandy & Mandy Sandstone
31. A is For Australian Mammals By Frané Lessac
32. Australia Illustrated by Tania McCartney
33. The Aboriginal Australian Dreamtime: A Collection of Traditional Stories by Australian Indigenous Peoples
34. Good Night Australia, Good Night World by Rebecca Emery & Roger Priddy
35. Twelve Days of Aussie Christmas by Colin Buchanan, Glen Singleton & Roland Harvey
36. Old Man Platypus by Banjo Paterson
37. Orders to Kill – A Sydney Rye Mystery Adventure By Emily Kimelman
38. Nellie and the Cuddlies: An Australian Outback Adventure By Vikki Gadd
39. Rockhopper Penguins: An Antarctic Adventure – A Whitehead Morris Educational Series Book by David J Faulkner
40. Lottie Luna and the Secret of Sidewinder Creek – A Corky Picture Book Series By Anne Marie Pace & LeUyen Pham
These picture books provide a mix of factual information about Australia’s unique flora and fauna, engaging stories set against the backdrop of iconic Australian locations, and tales that celebrate the rich culture and folklore of the continent. From picture books for very young readers to captivating illustrated stories for older children, this list offers a glimpse into the diverse world that is Australia.
