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Little Matilda Goes to Hospital

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Little Matilda is not feeling well. But she is worried about going to hospital for the first time. Will she be able to overcome her fears and get the care she needs? A gentle and affirming story about being brave and the magic of kindness

Author:
Caz Goodwin is a Melbourne-based author who has also lived in Brisbane, Auckland and Singapore. Her books and stories for children have been published internationally. She heads the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators (SCBWI) in Victoria and is on the Young Australian Best Book Awards (YABBA) council. Caz’s first book, Curse of the Viking Sword, won Singapore’s First Time Writers Award. Her second book, Dragon’s Egg, won a Singapore Arts Council’s Beyond Words Award for picture books. Caz also wrote the popular ‘Daisy’ picture books, Lazy Daisy and Daisy Runs Wild, featuring Daisy the lazy koala. Learn more about Caz at www.cazgoodwin.com.
Illustrator:
Shaney Hyde is an early childhood educator and illustrator living on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, Australia. Since emerging into book illustration, Shaney feels lucky to share her process with the children that she teaches each day. Her illustrations are crafted in watercolour and express a childlike style as she depicts Australias unique creatures and wild places. Her whimsical illustrations are also published on greeting cards. Learn more about Shaney at www.Instagram.com/shaneystone.

* In a light-hearted way, this story examines a common but potentially worrying experience for young children — going to hospital. It provides a gentle source of information to help children learn about and process the emotions and fears that may be associated with medical treatment.
* The animal characters, including the hospital staff, are appealing and non-threatening, and easy for young children to relate to.
* The main character, Little Matilda, is an excellent role model for young children. Despite her anxiety about being in hospital, she demonstrates courage and bravery, and helps to comfort a new friend who is also scared.
* Provides opportunities to explore and discuss important issues such as overcoming everyday challenges in a fun way.
* The rhyme and rhythm of the text flow easily and will appeal to children and encourage their acquisition of language.

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