Wattle and the Wind

By: Armstrong, Karen

In the heart of the Australian bush, beneath golden wattle blossoms and whispering eucalypts, lives a small wombat named Wattle-quiet, content, and very much on her own.

When a fierce storm sweeps through the valley, Wattle's peaceful world is gently interrupted. One by one, a lost joey, an injured kookaburra, and a shy echidna arrive at her burrow, each in need of warmth, shelter, and care. As Wattle opens her home, she begins to discover that kindness has a way of growing-and that even the quietest lives can become rich with connection.

Wattle and the Wind is a beautifully lyrical picture book about belonging, empathy, and the power of small, generous acts. Inspired by the natural rhythms of the Australian landscape, this gentle story celebrates friendship, community, and the comfort of finding home together.

Perfect for bedtime reading, classroom sharing, and thoughtful gifting, Wattle and the Wind will resonate with parents, grandparents, teachers, and librarians seeking a calm, reassuring story with emotional depth. It is an ideal choice for young readers who love animals, nature, and stories that linger softly in the heart.
Ideal for:

Ages 3-7

Bedtime and quiet-time reading

Social-emotional learning (SEL)

Nature-loving families

Classroom and library collections

Gift-givers seeking a meaningful picture book

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GDLVD261
• ISBN13: 9798242110809
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"