In this special episode of Learn Play Thrive, we are joined by Sally Rippin, Australian Children's Laureate for 2024-2025.

Sally is Australia’s highest-selling female author with over 100 books for children and young adults, many of which have received prestigious awards. She has sold more than ten million copies worldwide, and her books are loved across the globe.

In this episode, Sally shares insights from her journey as a writer, mentor, and as the Australian Children’s Laureate.

Highlights from this insightful chat include:
Importance of ensuring that all children have equitable access to books and reading.
Creating inviting reading spaces for young learners.
Ways families and educators can support neurodivergent children in their literacy development. How diverse literature can help children build empathy and understanding from a young age.

Tune in to hear Sally’s valuable insights on how we can all work together to create a future where every child can access the joy of reading!
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www.childrenslaureate.org.au/all-kids-can-be-readers
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www.facebook.com/@ChildrensLaureate/

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