HALF BIRD. HALF GIRL. ALL SUPERHERO. Gondwana Rainforest is dying. Mythical creatures materialize. Kids disappear. Song Bird travels to when time began, to battle her enemies. Can Song Bird unlock the secret before the world ends? THEMES: Rainforests, Gondwana, Australian mythical creatures, environment, friendship, disability, STEM science, resilience. Supported by Queensland National Parks & Wildlife.
Shortlisted in Speech Pathology Children's book of the year 2019.
Highly recommended by Children's Book Council of Australia 2019.
Song Bird: Superhero: 'Empowering story about believing in yourself ... inspiring read.'--Disney Princess magazine
'Imaginative tale that flies high ... uplifting work about conquering bullies.'--Kirkus Reviews
Song Bird: The Battle of Bug World 'Friends who stand together always have superpowers.'-- Jackie French
'Fast-paced adventure taking ecological issues, turning them into an engaging story.'--Children's Book Council of Australia.
Song Bird is aligned with Kids Matter and STEM science in the Australian curriculum. Download FREE teacher notes and FUN kids activities at www.karentyrrell.com
About the Author :
Karen Tyrrell writes empowering books to help kids and adults live STRONG through humour and self-belief. She's an experienced Brisbane school teacher, gifted & talented teacher and motivational speaker. Karen spoke at Brisbane Convention Centre, writing festivals, conferences, libraries, schools and in corporate workplaces. Karen is a passionate writing workshop presenter and interactive story teller utilising props and fun costumes. She presented Writing Workshops for ALEA Meanjin Writing Camps and Brisbane City Libraries. Karen won an Arts Queensland grant for book Ready Set Discover Logan. Karen's acclaimed books include Song Bird Superhero series, STOP the Bully, Bailey Beats the Blah, Harry Helps Grandpa Remember. Karen won 3 awards, 4 literary grants, 2 sponsorships and a mentorship through the Society of Editors (QLD). Expertise: - Author - Motivational Speaker - Workshop Presenter - Anti-Bullying, Self-Help, Eco & Diversity Topics - Interactive Storyteller - Writing Tutor - Power Point Testimonials: Karen is a dynamic visiting author who inspires her participants to be creative. The children were inspired and engaged throughout her sessions which focused on developing their own creative writing. - Kylie Meyer, ALEA Meanjin Camps Inspiring, engaging and relevant! Sensational author, Karen Tyrrell, visited Fairvale PS to talk to the students about all of her books. The students were captivated by her presentation. She came dressed in character so right from the word go they were engaged. Karen encouraged audience participation and allowed for plenty of question time. A truly remarkable author and teacher who continues to touch the lives of the very young and the not so young. -Anthony Pitt, Principal, Fairvale PS 'Karen linked her presentation with current school initiatives. She was enthusiastic about working with our students. She had costumes, props and a few giveways.' - Joanne Makin Librarian: Guardian Angels School: Ashmore 'Karen's motivating, inclusive style and high-yield activities really had the students at all abilities working hard, creating stories and experimenting with their imagination. Congratulations. I'm sure the students can now approach creative and imaginative written tasks with a sense of confidence & achievement.' - C. Norrie: Mabel Park SH
Review :
Shortlisted for Speech Pathology children's book of 2019 for 8-10 yrs
Higly recommended by Childrens Book Council of Australia 2019.
PRAISES: for Song Bird Series -
Song Bird: Superhero
'Empowering story about believing in yourself ... inspiring read.'--Disney Princess magazine
'Imaginative tale that flies high ... uplifting work about conquering bullies.'--Kirkus Reviews
Song Bird: The Battle of Bug World
'Friends who stand together always have superpowers.'--Jackie French
'Fast-paced adventure taking ecological issues, turning them into an engaging story.'--Children's Book Council of Australia
