Little Bilby wants to dance. Everywhere he looks, something
is dancing – leaves, ants, willy-willies,
Bilby copies his shadow and soon he is prancing and
twirling. Until another shadow arrives, a huge, scary bunyip. Bilby runs away
but the bunyip catches him. Fortunately, the bunyip wants to dance too. Bilby
has found a dancing partner.
Bright, bouncing illustrations are a highlight of this book.
Each page is alive with movement as Bilby dances, runs and falls in a tangled
mess. On my favourite page, the willy-willy whirls furiously, gathering up
gumnuts, eucalyptus blossoms, leaves, feathers, ants and a very surprised
looking gecko.
Tricia Ocktober has won numerous awards for her wonderful artwork
showcasing Australian flora and fauna. In this picture book, she cleverly
manages to make Bilby both realistic and adorably cute.
Bilby Wants to Dance is a simple but captivating story for young children, perfect for reading aloud at Easter.
Reviewed by Sandy Fussell
Title: Bilby Wants to Dance
Author: Tricia Oktober
Publisher: Ford Street Publishing $14.95 RRP
Publication Date: 2016
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781925272130
For ages: 4+
Type: Children's Picture Book
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