The Christmas Visitors

Description

ugene's cousins are coming for Christmas! But will they like his new home? And how will they react when it turns out they aren't the only special visitors who will arrive on the island for Christmas day? Join Eugene and his family in this children's early chapter book series set on a wild and windy bird sanctuary in New Zealand. Written by Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod and illustrated by Anna McKessar, suits 5-8 year old independent readers or to read aloud to younger children. "I loved this book about Eugene and his family. A nice message about the importance of family in a uniquely New Zealand setting. I look forward to reading about Eugene's future adventures!" - Fiona Pollock, teacher

Elizabeth (Libby) Kirkby-McLeod's poetry and writing have appeared in a range of New Zealand journals, online publications, and in a public art installation. She is the author of the 'Eugene's Island' junior chapter book series. Her other books include: the poetry collection 'Family Instructions Upon', a children's book 'World Folk Tales', and (as editor) the short story collection, 'Lit: stories from home'.

"Eugene is a relatable character that I know my students will love getting to know more. We can't wait to read about his future adventures." - Jessie Eyre, teacher; "I loved this story of how a boy adapts to his new surroundings with joy and ingenuity-so beautifully relatable, with a real New Zealand flavour!" - Weng Wai Chan, award-winning children's author; "I loved this book about Eugene and his family. A nice message about the importance of family in a uniquely New Zealand setting. I look forward to reading about Eugene's future adventures!" - Fiona Pollock, teacher