This new series provides a lovely Australian slant on the lift-the-flap board books.

There are five new books in the ‘Roobee Roo’ series. Roobee Roo is a young kangaroo, drawn in a reminiscent way to characters that you may remember, such as Miffy or Spot, with simple and very colourful artwork. The stories are also simple, yet very endearing, as Roobee Roo shares what’s in her pouch.

‘I have two big ears for listening. Two big eyes for seeing. Two big feet for hopping. And one big pouch that fills up with new things every day.’ I wonder what her pouch will hold today? Sometimes it’s crayons or snacks for filling up her tummy. Sometimes it’s just Fliffy Fluffy Parrot inside. Other times it’s things she needs for her adventures, from picking berries to put in her basket before she hops off to make ice-blocks, or items she needs for a day at the beach! She’s always heading off for fun with her friends.

With flaps to lift and adventures to be had, these board books have a feeling of ‘Bluey’ about them. I think Roobee Roo may have a long career ahead of her.

Reviewed by Jane Stephens
Age Guide 0+

Author Candy Robertson

Nico and Candy Robertson are graphic and product designers originally from New Zealand and Hong Kong, but now living on a thickly forested hill near Ballarat.