This author, drawing on her background as a teacher and journalist, crafts engaging non-fiction books for children. She excels at making the world around young readers accessible and understandable through her clear, informative style. Her work aims to spark curiosity and foster a deeper appreciation for diverse subjects. By blending education with an engaging narrative, she enriches children's literature with valuable insights.
Poppa reveals a war medal in his hand to his grandson. Manu asks, 'Did you win it?' 'Sort of, a King gave it to me,' the old man says. He then tells Manu how his Anzac platoon rescued the Greek King, Prime Minister and the rest of their party on a Greek Island during World War II.