Ever feel bored by yourself and your situation? Edward sure knows how that feels. Sick of being an emu, each day he tries out being a different animal, until he realises that actually, being an emu isn’t so bad after all.

For Edward, realising this, and also choosing to ignore other opinions, is important. What matters is that he comes to believe in himself and his own value. As a kid, my bookshelf was simply brimming with great picture books, including this one! Edward the Emu remains a favourite for its rhyming couplets and delightfully expressive illustrations. It’s a classic because of its ever- relevant message, and its sense of whimsy! For ages 2+.