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May Gibbs May Gibbs i(A7495 works by) (birth name: Cecilia May Gibbs) (a.k.a. Cecilia May Ossoli Kelly)
Also writes as: Blob ; Stan Cottman
Born: Established: 17 Jan 1877 Kent,
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England,
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United Kingdom (UK),
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Western Europe, Europe, ; Died: Ceased: 27 Nov 1969 Sydney, New South Wales,
Gender: Female
Arrived in Australia: 1881
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1 Tales from the Big City May Gibbs , 2023 single work children's fiction
— Appears in: Mrs Kookaburra's Treasury of Bedtime Stories 2023;
1 y separately published work icon Mrs Kookaburra's Treasury of Bedtime Stories May Gibbs , Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2023 26852019 2023 selected work children's fiction

'I’m Snugglepot and this is Cuddlepie,’ said Snugglepot. ‘We’re going to look for gold. Come and join us! Join Mrs Kookaburra as she recounts the tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie’s adventures in the Australian bush. Fall in love with May Gibbs’ classic characters in these reimagined tales as they explore, make new friends and more!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Tales from the Sea May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2022 24688365 2022 single work picture book children's

'Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie on an enchanting adventure under the sea with their royal friend, Little Obelia. With amazing sea dragon rides, a marine mystery and a surprise ocean dance, prepare to fall in love with May Gibbs' classic characters.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon What Can You See? : Snugglepot and Cuddlepie Look and Find Adventure May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2021 22788901 2021 single work picture book children's

'When you wander through the Australian Bush, there’s no telling what you will find! This beautiful May Gibbs board book features stunning watercolour illustrations for little ones to search through. Look for classic characters, Bush Folk, native animals and more!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Time to play, Gumnuts May Gibbs , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2021 22788851 2021 single work picture book children's

'Featuring the iconic art style of May Gibbs, this gift set includes a beautiful Time to Play, Gumnuts! board book and 30 May Gibbs themed playing cards. Perfect for little hands, simple memory games and learning basic sight words.' (Production summary)
1 y separately published work icon May Gibbs : Bush Babies May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2021 22788661 2021 single work picture book children's

'Embark into the magical world of Gumnuts for the first time in full colour. May Gibbs' classic illustrations have been brought to colourful life in these never-before-seen restorations. Consisting of select excerpts from Gumnut Babies, Gum-Blossom Babies, Boronia Babies, Wattle Babies and Flannel Flower Babies, this picture book is the perfect introduction for little ones to the wonderful Gumnut World of MayGibbs.'  (Production summary)
1 y separately published work icon Hello, Gumnuts! May Gibbs , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2021 22788608 2021 single work picture book children's 'Meet and greet some friendly bush folk with Snugglepot and Cuddlepie! The Gumnuts are taking a stroll through the bush. Who will they meet? Who will they greet?' (Publication summary)
 
1 y separately published work icon The Gumnut Baby Adventures May Gibbs , Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2019 17213168 2019 selected work children's fiction

'This May Gibbs boxed set contains these four titles: Little Obelia: The Lost Princess; Ragged Blossom: Mrs Snakes Plot; Snugglepot: The Beetle Battle; and Cuddlepie: Honey Trouble.'  (Publication summary) 
1 y separately published work icon The Great Rescue The Great Rescue : A Ragged Blossom Tale May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2019 17058821 2019 single work picture book children's

'The bush is the home of many different Nuts and Blossoms known as the Gumnut Babies. This book is about a caring Blossom who decides to help her friend.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon The Lost Princess The Lost Princess : A Little Obelia Tale May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2019 17058766 2019 single work picture book children's

'The bush is the home of many different Nuts and Blossoms known as the Gumnut Babies. This book is about a Blossom and a Nut who go searching for a lost princess.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon Good Morning, Gumnuts May Gibbs , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2019 15447117 2019 single work picture book children's

'Gumnuts and Blossoms are asleep in their beds, Time to wake up, you sleepyheads! Good morning, Gumnuts! Good morning, Blossoms! The bush folk are up bright and early. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they say good morning to everyone they see!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon May Gibbs' Tales from the Bush May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2019 15444911 2019 single work picture book children's
1 y separately published work icon Goodnight, Gumnuts May Gibbs , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2018 14873817 2018 single work picture book children's

'Gumnuts and Blossoms splash in the sun.

'Then the moon comes to tell them the day is all done!

'Goodnight, Gumnuts! Goodnight, Blossoms!

'The bush folk are all getting ready for bed.

'Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they wish everyone goodnight.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
1 y separately published work icon Honey Trouble May Gibbs , Kate Wenban (editor), Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2018 14759826 2018 single work picture book children's

'The bush is the home of many different nuts and blossoms known as the Gumnut Babies. Some are gentle and shy. Others are bold and curious. 

'This book is about a caring nut called Cuddlepie who had a toothache.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Beetle Battle May Gibbs , Kate Wenban (editor), Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2018 14759691 2018 single work picture book children's

'The bush is the home of many different nuts and blossoms known as the Gumnut Babies. Some are gentle and shy. Others are bold and curious. 

'This book is about a bold nut called Snugglepot and his adventure in Big City.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Tales from the Camp Fire May Gibbs , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2017 11550435 2017 single work picture book children's

‘I’m looking forward to exploring today,’ said Snugglepot. ‘I don’t think we have ever been so far from our tree!’

'Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie in the Australian bush as they encounter a human, go to a picture show and discover a cave! Gather round the camp fire and get ready for stories of friendship and adventure with May Gibbs’ classic characters.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon May Gibbs' Tales from the Gum Tree Tales from the Gum Tree May Gibbs , Jane Massam , Caroline Keys (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2016 8762008 2016 selected work picture book children's

'Oh my! cried Snugglepot. Im flying, Im really flying! He couldnt believe he was up in the big blue sky, and it was simply glorious. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie on their enchanting adventures through the Australian bush. With amazing butterfly rides, boating escapades and a surprise moonlight pageant, prepare to fall in love with May Gibbs' classic characters.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon Snugglepot and Cuddlepie's Underwater Adventure May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2014 6567991 2014 single work picture book children's
1 y separately published work icon My First Book of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Lindfield : Scholastic Australia , 2014 6346358 2014 single work picture book children's

'Explore tthe fantastic world of May Gibb's Gumnut Babies in this gorgeous bind-up of two critical first skills books, First Words and 1 2 3.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon Snugglepot and Cuddlepie's Sleepover May Gibbs , May Gibbs (illustrator), Mark Macleod , Gosford : Scholastic Australia , 2013 Z1916943 2013 single work picture book children's

'Snugglepot and Cuddlepie are having a sleepover with their friends! But when Mrs Kookaburra invites her chicks along, just how are they going to fit everyone in?' (Publication summary)
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