About the Books
Someone like you did it, and you can do it too
The Tasmanian story is about people across the state using grit, determination, and creativity to achieve something meaningful. Little Tasmanian tells the story of Tasmanians who overcame challenges and adversity to pursue their passions in this special place.
It’s about the opportunity for all little Tasmanians to do it too, with the support of their parents and their community, and to begin their reading journey as early as possible.
Little Tasmanian
Little Tasmanian: Katy's Garden
Little Tasmanian: Katy's Kitchen
About the illustrator
Shiloh Longbottom is a Tasmanian illustrator and designer. She works using Procreate, design software created by a clever team of Hobart-based people.
When Shiloh began working on Little Tasmanian, it was just a children’s book. She has since created a whole world around it.
Where can I find the books?
Little Tasmanian is provided for free to parents and carers of new Tasmanian babies born from January 2023. Along with the Little Tasmanian library bag, a Little Tasmanian book is given to families at their first appointment with the Child Health and Parenting Service (CHaPS), which is the 2-week assessment and often a home visit. Eligible families who do not receive the bag at 2 weeks can receive it at a later visit.
For those slightly bigger Tasmanians who may not qualify for a free bag but would like to experience the books, they are available to borrow at select Libraries Tasmania locations. You'll also find them in Tasmanian bookstores around the state, and available online in our Tasmanian store.