Wollemi: Saving a Dinosaur Tree

Wollemi: Saving a Dinosaur Tree by Samantha Tidy and illustrated by Rachel Gyan
CSIRO Publishing, October 2023

Deep in the forest, an ancient wonder is about to be discovered. The Wollemi Pine has survived ice, fire and the passing of many generations. But will a bushfire be the final threat to this living fossil? This fascinating tree existed up to 200 million years ago, and after its chance discovery, everyone wants a dinosaur tree.

But how will we protect it? How can we make sure the Wollemi’s secret location is not discovered and damaged? Reach High, Wollemi! explains the unique and critically endangered status of the Wollemi Pine and explores what actions can be taken today to contribute to the conservation of this rare and beautiful tree.

REVIEWS

This great book should help to promote the value and importance of the Wollemi Pines.
— David Noble (Wollemi discover)
This is another remarkable publication from CSIRO Publishing shining the spotlight on yet another unique Australian creature so that our youngest readers can start to build their awareness and knowledge or the amazing things we share this landscape with, and hopefully, with that knowledge and awareness, become its protectors.
— THE BOTTOM SHELF