The Blue Kangaroo Series
By Emma Chichester Clark
Lily and Blue Kangaroo navigate childhood’s small dramas, from lost toys to growing up together.
heartwarming · gentle · reassuring
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What is The Blue Kangaroo series by Emma Chichester Clark about?
Written and published between 1998 and 2023, Emma Chichester Clark’s Blue Kangaroo series follows Lily and her beloved soft toy through the small dramas of early childhood. Their adventures begin with jealousy and separation, then move through lost toys, naughty behaviour, birthdays, Christmas, school and the story of how their friendship began, before touching on growing up and letting go. Ideal for children aged roughly two to five, the gently reassuring picture books may also suit older preschoolers. Mild anxiety, mischief and temporary separation are handled warmly.
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About the author
Emma Chichester Clark is a much-loved British author and illustrator, best known for her wonderful Blue Kangaroo books. She creates colourful pictures and heartwarming stories that are perfect for children. Emma’s books are filled with friendship, fun, and adventure, making them favourites for young readers all around the world.
All the books in The Blue Kangaroo series (in order)
I Love You, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
When Blue Kangaroo vanishes, can Lily’s newest toys help uncover where he’s gone?
Published: 1998
Where are You, Blue Kangaroo?
by Emma Chichester Clark
Blue Kangaroo’s plan keeps him close—so why does Lily’s favourite toy vanish again?
It Was You, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
When Blue Kangaroo is blamed again, a secret midnight surprise makes Lily wonder who’s truly naughty.
What Shall We Do, Blue Kangaroo?
by Emma Chichester Clark
When Lily needs answers, silent Blue Kangaroo faces a not-so-silent challenge alone.
I'll Show You, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
Lily’s daring tricks leave Blue Kangaroo somewhere unexpected—but will she listen before it’s too late?
Merry Christmas, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
Blue Kangaroo has no present for Lily—but a mysterious Christmas Eve visitor may hold the answer.
Happy Birthday, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
When everything turns pink, Blue Kangaroo wonders whether Lily still loves him.
Come to School too, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
When Lily leaves Blue Kangaroo behind, he discovers school is far more exciting than expected.
When I First Met You, Blue Kangaroo!
by Emma Chichester Clark
A new baby changes everything—can Blue Kangaroo help Lily become a big sister?
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