Lily the Lamington: Sees the Great Barrier Reef

From Australian author Emma Clare

When a fluffy, coconut-dusted lamington named Lily overhears tales of the Great Barrier Reef's dazzling rainbow corals, cheeky clownfish and gentle sea turtles, her squishy little heart races with wonder. No more sitting pretty on a Cairns birthday party plate – she's off on the adventure of a lifetime!

Tumbling to freedom, Lily embarks on a rollicking Queensland quest: dodging nosy cassowaries with their prehistoric helmets, outwitting clingy mango trees dripping sticky sweetness, sneaking past souvenir-shop shelves stacked with keyrings and koala plushies, braving a wild salty squall (with a little help from leaf blowers, coconut catapults and timely rain showers), and finally hitching a ride on a bubbly tour boat bound for paradise.

With every clever escape and giggle-worthy mishap, this smallest, squishiest hero proves that even the most unlikely adventurer with a sprinkle of coconut courage can chase the biggest dreams.

Bursting with vibrant Australian charm, laugh-out-loud moments and a breathtaking underwater finale that sparkles like the reef itself, this full-colour picture book is a delicious celebration of bravery, friendship and the magic of saying "yes" to wonder.

Perfect for classroom read-alouds, family storytimes, libraries, schools, and anyone who believes a little lamington can dream and swim BIG!

A scrumptious journey from party plate to paradise… because every sweet treat deserves its own epic tale!

Book Specifications

• Trim size: 7 x 7 inches
• Page count: 35 pages (full colour throughout)
• Binding: Softcover perfect bound
• Recommended for: Ages 3–8, early readers, Australian-themed stories, food adventures, and tales of bravery and friendship