A Day Out at Phillip Island

A Phillip Island wildlife adventure for ages 4–10. Read it aloud with younger children, or let developing readers explore the coast, its animals and the evening Penguin Parade with Joe.

Joe’s day begins with koalas resting high in the trees and a swim in the sparkling water at Cowes Beach. At the Nobbies, he sees spray rise from the blowhole and spots seals on the rocks offshore. But the most memorable moment arrives at sunset, when little penguins return from the ocean and waddle across the sand towards their burrows.

Discover Phillip Island with Joe

• Visit Cowes Beach and the Nobbies through a child’s day out
• Spot koalas, seals and little penguins in their coastal setting
• Learn about the penguins’ daily journey at the Penguin Parade

A story for curious nature lovers

A Day Out at Phillip Island blends a family outing with details about Australian wildlife and the habitats it depends on. It invites children to notice the natural world, ask questions about coastal animals and talk about caring for wildlife.

Book details

• Recommended age: 4–10; suitable as a read-aloud with younger children and for developing readers
• Length: 18 pages
• Format: Ebook
• Illustrator: Derek Garton