Rue the Curious Emu

<p>Rue the emu loves to roam around her normally quiet home. But one day a strange noise wakes her ... one she's never heard in her life! Rue is curious and sets off to explore. But she's never strayed past the billabong before. </p><p><br></p><p>Will Rue stay where she knows she is safe? Or will she find the confidence to take that next brave step? </p><p><br></p><p><em>Rue the Curious Emu</em> by Ruby Purple is a delightful tale of a young emu venturing out into the world on her own for the first time. Set against the backdrop of the Australian outback it sends a subtle message about the importance of conserving our native wildlife and habitats. </p><p><br></p><p>Told through simple verse and accompanied by captivating illustrations it teaches its young readers about self-confidence and the importance of trusting in themselves. By embracing new experiences they just might find something good as a result ... just as Rue does.  </p>