Just So Stories

Random Reviews and Ramblings from Redcliffe


  • Neighbourhood Nest – Sarah Jane Lightfoot

    It’s pretty apt I think that on the first day of this year’s Aussie Bird Count (time of writing 20/10) I should pick up this one to review. Mind you, I am a daily bird watcher. My walk especially in the afternoons is usually one punctuated by twitching and it’s always exciting to see some…

  • Hatch – Heidi Cooper Smith

    CSIRO Publishing Hardback | April 2025 | $ 26.99ISBN: 9781486318278 This gorgeous narrative non-fiction book makes me think of my Year 1s, 30 years ago as we had the fun of watching chickens hatch, and frogspawn develop, investigating how life begins for many creatures. I know there are many ELC and Prep classes that still…

  • Duck, Apple, Egg – Glenda Millard/Martina Heiduczek

    Harper Collins Australia February 2020 ISBN: 9780733340185 ISBN 10: 0733340180 Imprint: ABC Books – AU List Price: 24.99 AUD Another perfect accompaniment to being at home and enjoying simpler pleasures, this is just delightful in its simplicity and charm as a little person plays in the garden. Duck on the green, sun in the sky, egg in the nest,…