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  • Published: 23 October 2013
  • ISBN: 9780670077489
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 28
  • RRP: $26.00

My First Animalia



Unearth a delightful universe created by Graeme Base, one of Australia's most loved children's picture book creators, in a playful format tailored for young adventurers.

Within the pages of this book, you may discover, if you look,
beyond the spell of written words, a hidden land of beast and birds.

But there's so much to find and name - Let's start off with a smaller game.
Just four for now - some big, some small. Now off you go to find them all!

A Classic Reimagined


Animalia was first published in 1986, captivating the hearts and minds of children and adults globally. With over three million copies sold, it has achieved classic status.

My First Animalia celebrates this magical world in a playful introductory format for the very young.

Why This Book is Perfect for Young Explorers


*Interactive Exploration: Lift the flaps and uncover hidden treasures in a hands-on journey ideal for curious young minds.
*Educational Adventure: Master the alphabet, animals, and vocabulary in the most engaging way possible.
*Iconic Artwork: Revel in Graeme Base's distinguished illustrations, now presented in a lovely soft colour palette that is very baby-friendly.
*Legacy Lives On: Introduce the magic of Animalia to a whole new generation, backed by over three million copies sold worldwide.
*High-Quality Craftsmanship: Sturdy pages and resilient binding ensure endless hours of interactive fun.
*Family Bonding: Perfect for shared reading or encouraging independent exploration, this book will create lasting memories.

So turn the pages, lift the flaps, and see Animalia in a new light — it's the alphabet as only Graeme Base knows how!

  • Published: 23 October 2013
  • ISBN: 9780670077489
  • Imprint: Viking
  • Format: Hardback
  • Pages: 28
  • RRP: $26.00

About the author

Graeme Base

Graeme Base is one of the world’s leading creators of picture books. Animalia received international acclaim when it was first published in 1986 and has achieved classic status with worldwide sales of over three million copies.

Graeme Base is one of the world’s leading creators of picture books. Animalia received international acclaim when it was first published in 1986 and has achieved classic status with worldwide sales of over three million copies.

Other favourites by Graeme Base include The Eleventh Hour, The Waterhole, Jungle Drums, Uno’s Garden, Enigma, The Legend of the Golden Snail, The Jewel Fish of Karnak, Little Elephants, The Last King of Angkor Wat, the Little Bug Books, Eye to Eye, The Amazing Monster Detectoscope, Moonfish and The Tree. Graeme lives in Melbourne, Australia, with his artist wife, Robyn.

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