Join Franki on his knowledge filled adventure with Poppy John and learn all about native Australian plants and trees, birds and bees, animals and insects. AGES: 2 to 10 AUTHOR: Leanne Murner is an author, business owner/designer at 5 Little Bears Pty Ltd and a proud mum of 5 boys. Leanne saw a gap in the market for Australian themed wooden toys and began creating products for children with an educational and Australian twist. Being a creative soul Leanne grew the business fast and as time went by her product portfolio increased. In Addition she has also published the first of a series of 6 children's books, Franki and the Banskia with the remaining being published this year. Leanne wanted to teach kids about Australian native flora and fauna, what they are and who needs them to survive. Leanne is busy working an another series of books teaching kids about Australian animals and their habitat, threats and how we can help. Leanne is passionate that our children need to be better educated on Australian wildlife to help from extinction. Katharine Rattray, AKA Kat Fox transports people of all ages into the stories and onto the pages of the books she illustrates.
