Overview

Celebrate the launch of one of NLA Publishing's newest children's books 'Paddle Steamer Pearl', with a morning of stories, craft and wooden boat races!

Hear author Neridah McMullin and illustrator Jess Corkran read their new adventure story, 'Paddle Steamer Pearl', based on the remarkable story of Australia's first female river boat captain.

Young readers will enjoy an author reading with Neridah and Jess, including time for questions – then delight in building their own timber paddleboats, decorated to reflect their own river-faring adventures.

For those who accept the challenge and weather permitting, children can partake in paddle-boat races in the Library forecourt fountain – supervised by parents and carers and officiated by Library staff. All aboard!

Tickets are only required for children attending, no ticket required for accompanying adults. This event is ideal for children aged five to 10 years. The author and illustrator reading takes place in the Library foyer, followed by the craft activity and then the paddle boat races, weather permitting.