Johanna Griggs

Johanna Griggs Instagram – I cannot wait for you to get to know Sally Rippin on Better Homes and Gardens tonight. Sally is Australia’s Children’s Laureate – which means for 2 years she is the national Ambassador for Reading. Actually – that’s underselling the honour – it’s like being named ‘Australian Of the Year’ for Authors. Her personal mission as Laureate is to drive home that ‘All Kids Can Be Readers – but that it’s ok if they access stories in lots of different ways…. From picture books, audio books, comic books, braille or through novels. She is Australia’s highest selling female Author who has written over 100 books for Children and Young Adults. If you have any children, nieces or nephews or know your friend’s children or grandchildren, I guarantee you they would know her ‘Billie Brown’ or ‘Hey Jack’ series. Sally and I went and visited a school in Melbourne and she was greeted by the children as an absolute rock star! They all knew her, and could name many of her book series. Watching Sally chat with ease with the children, and the way she unlocked their imaginations was pure joy to witness. This woman is an absolute gem, and she is passionate about the work she is doing as an Author and as our National Laureate. I really hope you enjoy getting to know her on tonight’s show. A huge thank you to Kristin Darell and Justine Burton for helping us co-ordinate this story. ❤️❤️❤️ @bhgaus @sallyrippinauthor @ozchildrenslaureate @krisddarell @justineburton73 | Posted on 16/Aug/2024 03:17:19