Digger Digs Down

‘Digger digs down. Digger digs deep, deep into the ground.’

From award-winning author Johanna Bell and exciting new illustrator Huni Melissa Bolliger comes a playful story about what’s possible when you let your curiosity run wild.

Join happy-go-lucky Digger as he ditches the boredom of backyard life for an underground adventure. What will he find? What won’t he find?

Packed with hidden treasures, this picture book is perfect for small children who love dogs, digging and discovery.

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Credits

Illustrator : Melissa Huni Bolliger
Publisher : UQP
Released : 2024

Awards

2025 - Shortlisted for a Tasmanian Literary Award

Resources

Teachers notes area available from the publisher here

Praise

‘This wonderful book is a riotous cascade of colour, curiosity, chaos and charm.’ Kids Book Review

‘This total wow of a book is sure to appeal to many young reads and … particularly dog lovers.’ Mia Macrossan, Storylinks

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