The Adventures of Bundy the Bush Kangaroo written by author Kenneth Hughes is fast becoming a sought after children's novel with an educational message. This excellent children's book has recently been praised and acknowledged for its literacy achievement by education departments in America , Wales , Canada , New Zealand , Australia and the Philippines as a tool for teachers and parents to address bullying in the school yard or on the internet.
The novel features cute and cuddly Australian animals to teach appropriate behaviour to children. The main characters are a gray western bush kangaroo by the name of Prince Bundy and his best friend Whitey, an Australian cockatoo, who together journey to the unknown east side of their home valley. On their adventure they meet some friendly animals who furnish them with good advice. This book is filled with laughter and is a must read for all who have the spirit of adventure within them.
