OLGC Book Week
Book Week Parade
Author Visit - Penny O'Loughlin
Author Penny O'Loughlin visited OLGC on Thursday 21st August to share about her writing journey and the books she has written and is in the process of writing. She had sessions with the P-2 students where she read her books and discussed the themes, characters and messages of the stories. Her books are 'Bud and Buzz', 'Winding Down' and 'Cartwheeling Sally and Jumping Jack Jim'.
Penny kindly donated a copy of each of her books to our school library for our students to explore and enjoy.
Penny O’Loughlin (Scott)
Author of Winding Down, Bud and Buzz & Cartwheeling Sally and Jumping Jack Jim
ABN: 24 792 892 884
Penny O’Loughlin (@pennyoloughlinchildrensbooks) • Instagram photos and videos
About Winding Down
Winding Down is a soothing bedtime ballad designed to calm and connect children and parents.
About Bud and Buzz
Bud and Buzz is a heartwarming tale of a shy flower and a busy bee who discover friendship, growth, and the magic of pollination, teaching children about the interconnectedness of nature.
About Cartwheeling Sally and Jumping Jack Jim
Cartwheeling Sally and Jumping Jack Jim can’t sit still, but when adventure strikes, their boundless energy becomes the superpower that saves the day in this vibrant, laugh-out-loud celebration of movement and mischief!
About the Author - Penny O’Loughlin is a Melbourne-based children’s author and landscape designer who plants stories like wildflowers… curious, mischievous, and full of heart. Inspired by her wild-hearted sons, she writes about messy magic, brave connections, and bending reality. Published books include Winding Down, Bud and Buzz, Cartwheeling Sally and Jumping Jack Jim.
Illustrator Visit - Karen Erasmus
On Friday Karen Erasmus visited OLGC and explained the role of the illustrator in children's books. Karen has illustrated over 20 books. She has worked with a broad range of Australian and international publishers and authors on books such as Ten Little Platypuses, Eva’s Imagination, and Wombat Poos Are Square. Karen loves inspiring and encouraging young readers through engaging illustrations. When she isn’t drawing and painting Karen enjoys cycling, walking her dogs and crocheting. She enjoys being inspired by the quirkiness of Australian wildlife.
