Wombat Smith: Wombat Takes on Tasmania

by Anne Sautel

Wombat Smith is the adopted member of a loving human family -- but he only just recently realized his wasn't quite like them. Wondering if he really belongs with the Smiths, Wombat sets out to learn more about what he is -- a marsupial. A trip to the library inspires him to travel to the wilds of Tasmania, where Wombat is sure to find other marsupials just like him, and maybe a new home. But frightening encounters with unfriendly farmers and Tasmanian devils make the countryside a dangerous place for a lone traveler. Will Wombat ever find out where he belongs? This new series features a curious, cuddly hero, who happens to be a marsupial. In his first adventure he travels to Australia and Tasmania, where he encounters interesting animals, exotic plants, and strange foods, which will delight young explorers. Children will identify with Wombat's sense of curiosity, his desire to belong, and the fact that sometimes he feels "different" from others. A vibrant, manga-inspired cover and black and white interior illustrations rich with texture and shading, capture the cute, comedic nature of Wombat Smith, and complement the smart, entertaining text.

96 pages, Paperback

First published October 25, 2006