This book has been graded for interest at 3+ years.

This book was published 2004 by Simply Read Books .

Krista Bell is a writer and reviewer of children's books. She presents a weekly book programme on radio and runs writing workshops in schools. Ann James is a popular illustrator of children's books who runs Books Illustrated, a galley for book illustrators in Melbourne. She has illustrated many books by well-known Australian authors, including Madeline the Mermaid, Pirate Trouble for Wiggy + Boa, and Dead Sailors Don't Bite by Anna Fienberg. Margaret Wild and Ron Brooks are acclaimed for their thoughtful, award-winning children's books which have been published with great success in many countries.