BOOK REVIEW: IT’S HUG AN AUSTRALIAN DAY!

Today’s picture book recommendation features a famous Australian animal who has a reputation for always looking happy. But looks can be deceiving. Check it out in:

​TITLE: I AM NOT HAPPY!

AUTHOR: Caroline L. Perry

ILLUSTRATOR: Sydney Hanson

PUBLISHER: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers/2025

OPENING LINES:

Today is NOT a g’day.
Yes. The corners of my mouth turn up.
My cheeks are puffy and just SOOOO cute!
My beady little eyes are bright.
But looks can be deceiving.
I AM NOT HAPPY!

This Quoka might look happy all the time, but don't judge a quoka by their cover. This book adorably conveys SEL themes to kids through humor and charming and expressive illustrations. Love this one!
 
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