Rue the Curious Emu

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. 



Will Rue stay where she knows she is safe? Or will she find the confidence to take that next brave step? 



Rue the Curious Emu 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. 



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.