Read Around the World:
Children’s Books Set in Australia and Oceania

by Janssen Bradshaw

You don’t have to travel all the way to Australia and the rest of Oceania to experience the beauty and cultures found on this continent in the Southern Hemisphere. The lesser-known continent of Oceania encompasses Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and many other amazing islands. Dive into the habitat, landmarks, and indigenous culture with your kids through these suggested picture books, early readers, and middle grade books. There is something for everyone on this book list!