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Playpen's Problem (Bunyip Tree) Paperback – September 1, 2020
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Playpen is an inventor.
Sometimes Playpen's inventions are very useful and sometimes they are not so useful. His latest invention is the Bubble Train, but on its maiden voyage, not everything goes to plan! Playpen must think fast or he won't get home in time for dinner.
This vibrant picture storybook is filled with R.J. Hampson's beautifully detailed illustrations and delightful rhyming text. Each page brings something new to discover.
If you know someone who loves inventing, trains and thinking up big plans, then this book is a must!
"This cute little book has become our go-to bedtime story. It is about a little platypus who invents a train which runs on flowers and blows out bubbles." Instagram Review, Playpen's Problem
“The books from Bunyip Tree are so beautiful! The illustrations are so bright and eye-catching and the stories are uplifting and encouraging for children. It’s quickly become one of our favorites at bedtime! “ Instagram Review, Playpen’s Problem
“The song-like rhyme of the writing is perfect for Paige’s age group and the illustrations modern and vibrant.” Instagram Review, Bunyip Tree
Collect the entire Bunyip Tree series.
The Bunyip Tree books are a series of beautiful and eye-catching illustrated stories for 3 to 8-year-olds. They are loved by young fans and feature fun animals from Australia. Each story reinforces that unique and quirky character traits lead to wonderful adventures. The illustrations capture interest and attention, and little fingers love to point out hidden details. These stories are designed to be read to toddlers as a favorite bedtime story and help engage interest in reading and a love for words and vocabulary as they grow older.
- Print length32 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateSeptember 1, 2020
- Dimensions8.5 x 0.08 x 8.15 inches
- ISBN-101922472034
- ISBN-13978-1922472038
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Product details
- Publisher : Hop Skip Jump (September 1, 2020)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 32 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1922472034
- ISBN-13 : 978-1922472038
- Item Weight : 4 ounces
- Dimensions : 8.5 x 0.08 x 8.15 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #6,348,394 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #5,565 in Children's Mammal Books (Books)
About the author

With a background in illustration and graphic design, R. J. Hampson brings a unique blend of creative thought to his work in both traditional and digital media but is happiest when he tells a story.
Originally known as the author and illustrator of the Bunyip Tree series of children's books, Russell writes: "I was intrigued by the machines in my local Australia Post mail center and was inspired to draw them. This became the seed that inspired my first illustrated children’s book which features a kangaroo, called Roopert, who delivers the mail."
"Having cottoned on that being a children’s book author and illustrator meant I could draw whatever I liked, the next book was about a wombat named Wombi who loved heavy machinery. And then came a possum, platypus, koala, fire engines, trains, and before I knew it there were 5 in the series and plans for more!"
And in 2020, Russell decided to release some of his more fanciful illustrations as a series of coloring books.
"Adding color to my illustrations is so much fun. I wanted to share the joy of this almost meditative experience and launched the R.J.Hampson series of coloring books. Whether you enjoy coloring quirky buildings, manic machines, moonlit gardens, or underwater scenes, there is something for everyone in these books."
Today, Russell draws and writes in his studio on the Sunshine Coast, Australia, where the beach calls to him along with the parrots.
You can find out more, as well as watch flip-throughs for all books and download free coloring sheets at
rjhampson.com
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