Digger by Mike Dumbleton

Digger by Mike Dumbleton, beautifully illustrated by Robin Cowcher, is a moving and heartfelt picture book inspired by the history of World War I.

The story begins when Annie gives her beloved toy kangaroo, Digger, to her brother James as he leaves to fight in the war.
“A digger for a digger,” she says, hugging him goodbye.

James promises to keep the toy safe, but as the war unfolds, the small kangaroo becomes a symbol of love, courage, and remembrance. Spanning two countries and touching the lives of two girls on opposite sides of the world, this powerful story highlights the human impact of war and the kindness that can emerge even in the darkest times.