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Early Learners, Schools & Libraries

Bert’s Adventure in Bubbly Forest is a beautifully illustrated picture book that inspires bravery, curiosity and friendship — perfect for storytime and classroom reading. Written for children aged 3–6, Bert’s story is an engaging and joyful read-aloud that encourages little adventurers to explore emotions and imagination through colourful storytelling and gentle learnings.

Why Educators & Librarians Love Bert’s Adventure

Perfect for ages 3–6 — ideal for preschool, kindergarten and early primary readers
Themes that align with the curriculum — emotional learning, friendship, courage and discovery
A delightful storytime favourite — beautifully illustrated, warm, joyful and engaging for group readings
Supports Social & Emotional Learning — through gentle exploration of bravery, fear and happiness

The magic yellow bubble that children will find hidden within the illustrations throughout the book called Bert’s Adventure in Bubbly Forest.

A colorful diagram of the water cycle showing evaporation, condensation, precipitation, runoff, and groundwater flow with labeled arrows.

Bert’s Bubbly Storytime Visits

Interactive storytime sessions for curious little adventurers…

Author Nicole Steyn offers fun and engaging Bert’s Bubbly Storytime Visits for early learning centres, libraries and junior primary groups across Melbourne and surrounding areas.

Designed for children aged 3–6, these interactive sessions bring Bert’s Adventure in Bubbly Forest to life through storytelling, imagination and playful bubble discovery.

Bert’s Bubbly Storytime Visits encourages children to join in the adventure through:

🫧 Interactive read-aloud storytelling
🔍 Hidden yellow bubble hunts
✨ Bubble magic moments
💬 Questions, discussion and participation
📚 Imagination, curiosity and joyful discovery

Sessions are designed to feel warm, inclusive and engaging for young children, while gently encouraging emotional learning, courage, friendship and creativity.

Session Options (best for ELC and Preps)

• 30-minute Storytime Visit
• 45-minute Interactive Storytime Experience

Download the Author Storytime Visit Information Pack

Author Visit Enquiries

Australian Libraries

Where to find Bert…

Bert’s Adventure is available to borrow at libraries nationally ncluding:

Mornington Peninsula Libraries, Victoria
Frankston City Libraries, Victoria
City of Greater Dandenong Libraries, Victoria
Port Phillip Libraries, Victoria
Alexandrina Libraries, South Australia
Gawler Libraries, South Australia

Order a copy for your library

For libraries and schools, Bert’s Adventure in Bubbly Forest is available through a range of library distribution channels:

Playful illustration of Bert with the friendly Bubble Monster blowing magical bubbles, a heartwarming moment from the kids’ adventure book curiosity, kindness and happiness.

Also available through other Ingram Spark Book distribution partners:

Reviews

What people are saying

Delightful illustration of Bert with the friendly Bubble Monster, a heartwarming moment from the kids’ adventure book called Bert's Adventure in Bubbly Forest, about discovery, kindness and happiness.

“Like Bert, little ones can explore unknown places and face their fear in safety - because sometimes a little bit of courage can open up unexpected friendships and opportunities.”

Barbara Braxton - Teacher Librarian & Reviewer at The Bottom Shelf Edublog: Great books for little people website