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Baby Possum's Blackberries

A story from Australia

  • Story

    A baby possum longs to eat delicious blackberries. When he sneaks out late at night he encounters a terrible, scary monster who is always one step ahead, until his mother gives baby possum some valuable advice – smile at the monster.

  • Why we chose it

    It's a wonderful story about courage with a relatable ending about the power of friendliness. Children love the story and enjoy working out who the monster is at the end.