It’s
a joy when a new and unique book comes across my desk, and The Recorded Poems of Och Aye the G’nu was just that; a delight to
read and listen to.
With
a bonus CD, The Recorded Poems of Och Aye
the G’nu is a collection of rhythmically rhyming, zany and entertaining
short stories written by Jimmy Barnes and collaborated with bestselling
children’s group - The Wiggles.
On
the accompanied CD, Barnes' voice is clear and distinctive, perfect for
storytelling, matched with simple musical intervals to enhance the story. The
book itself is complemented by Kat Chadwick’s gorgeous lined illustrations, and
with its bold Scottish tartan cover, you will find it hard not to read along.
The
added CD makes this publication perfect for any age; from littlies listening to
the short stories; to the beginner reader following the words in the book; and
the confident reader, reading each chapter independently.
And
you may ask, what is a G’nu? Well, you’ll simply have to read the book to find
out. Perfect for all ages, The Recorded
Poems of Och Aye the G’nu is bound to become a favourite on any child’s
bookshelf.
Title: The Recorded Poems of Och
Aye the G’nu
Author: Jimmy Barnes
Illustrator: Kat Chadwick
Publisher: Five Mile Press, $19
Publication
Date: 1
April 2017
Format: Hard Back
ISBN: 9781760407070
For ages: 0 -10
Type: Junior Fiction Younger
