Larry Leadbeater is an adorable but rather fussy fairy possum who seriously needs a new home. After losing his 300 year-old tree, Larry’s in quite a pickle. Fortunately, he’s not alone. A trip to the city and a new friend - the bold and resourceful Clementine - set Larry on a course to change the world… in a most surprising and unconventional way!
Author-illustrator Jo Watson was inspired to incorporate positive change into her work by young people, around the world, stepping up to safeguard our planet. She wanted to write a story that captures their undaunted enthusiasm and sense of purpose. With poignant illustrations and a playful tone, Larry Leadbeater aims to put children and their families in a fixing frame of mind.
The story is based on the real-life dilemma of one of Australia’s state animal emblems, the critically endangered Leadbeater’s Possum (affectionately known as the fairy possum). Money from every book sold will be donated to conservation NFPs working to save the Leadbeater’s Possum from extinction.
The book is designed to support, inform and celebrate young people’s drive to improve their world. It comes with a handy information page and a purpose-built website that will be a hub for kids to learn more about the Leadbeater’s Possum, threatened species, and how to go about starting their own projects for change.
