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Monday, April 20, 2026

Junior Review: Dropbear

Have you ever seen a drop bear before? If you haven’t, than you better look up as you pass under those old gum trees.

Beware the drop bear! It’s definitely up there!

This is a great book that is sending a message not to always believe in things just because people tell you about them. They may not be true! I like this book because it teaches you that not all rumours are true and there is no point in believing things that are not true.

I would recommend this book to kids aged 3 to 6 but also to adults as well.

Title: Dropbear
Author/Illustrator: Philip Bunting
Publisher: Walker Books, $25.99
Publication Date: 1 October 2025
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9781760657796
For ages: 4+
Type: Picture Book