How the Birds Got Their Colours: Tales from the Australian Dreamtime

Collins Big Cat is a guided reading series for ages 4-11. Top children's authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that your children will love to read, banded to help you choose the right book for every child. Practical ideas for guided reading are included at the back of each book.

A wonderful collection of creation stories from Australia, telling how the koala lost his tail, the kangaroo got her pouch, as well as how the birds got their colours.

Topaz/Band 13 books offer longer and more demanding reads for children to investigate and evaluate.

Ideas for reading at the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.