Due to a sudden, unexpected passing in the family a few years ago and another more recently and my subsequent (mental) health issues stemming from that, I was unable to download this book in time to review it before it was archived as I did not visit this site for several years after the bereavements. This meant I didn't read or venture onto netgalley for years as not only did it remind me of that person as they shared my passion for reading, but I also struggled to maintain interest in anything due to overwhelming depression. I was therefore unable to download this title in time and so I couldn't give a review as it wasn't successfully acquired before it was archived. The second issue that has happened with some of my other books is that I had them downloaded to one particular device and said device is now defunct, so I have no access to those books anymore, sadly.

This means I can't leave an accurate reflection of my feelings towards the book as I am unable to read it now and so I am leaving a message of explanation instead. I am now back to reading and reviewing full time as once considerable time had passed I have found that books have been helping me significantly in terms of my mindset and mental health - this was after having no interest in anything for quite a number of years after the passings. Anything requested and approved will be read and a review written and posted to Amazon (where I am a Hall of Famer & Top Reviewer), Goodreads (where I have several thousand friends and the same amount who follow my reviews) and Waterstones (or Barnes & Noble if the publisher is American based). Thank you for the opportunity and apologies for the inconvenience.

This is a beautiful story that all children will love, and introduces them to what autism is :)
Very cute illustrations too.

If you want to give your child a heart-warming little story about how a girl on the autism spectrum looks after a koala joey; makes a new friend; comes to terms with important life-changing events in her family life and factual information about the ongoing, upsetting tragedy of Australia's bushfires then this book is a must in any child's newfound library.

This little book is vital piece that all parents should be considering their child and teaching them now. Not only about the environment and how we as human beings affect the wildlife around us, but empathy towards others. Such as how Ruby can be described as having a condition, but this is not something that defines her from her passion. But also she learns lessons of social interaction and how sometimes in order to make things right we have to be kinder to one another.

Particularly, Ruby struck a cord in me which doesn't usually happen. I have had a very similar experience where my social anxiety was high, yet I also struggled to see the signs that people were giving me in the conversation as a child. In fact, there are occasions where I even struggle now. Even though there were times when I felt she was being a little bit unreasonable to those around her I had to remember that the portrayal of a child on the spectrum is very good.

It's nice that the author included some of the ways that a child with autism goes through. It is not just about the lack of social skills, but also other things such as not wanting to go to a certain place because of the noise or even the colours that it has been dressed up as. Ruby has demonstrated that there is far more than what can be seen to the naked eye.

My final rating of this book is four stars due to how it was incredibly fast-paced. I understand that this meant to be a children's book and not many children would have the same amount of attention that someone older. However, it would have been nice to hear more about the bushfires and how this has impacted the environment. Yes, it was mentioned and it was identified how important it is for us all to know about it, but it would have been interesting to highlight to the children reading this book how they can get involved.

As a family who has someone close to them, with Autism, we wanted to be able to show our daughter that every person is different and this means they sometimes act and deal with life in different ways. This book has a very lovely story and it tells us about people with Autism and helps Ada understand we are all different and she should not judge, but be kind and friendly to everyone.

This is a lovely, gentle book for early readers or to be shared aloud together. For children who are interested in current affairs and saw news of the bush fires across the world this year, tis would be a delicate way of exploring that topic. It's also a book that touches on neurodiversity, and the anxiety of starting a new school. All done very sensitively for a young audience.

I just reviewed Baby Koala Rescue by Tilda Kelly. #BabyKoalaRescue #NetGalley - thank you for an electronic review copy.

A very gentle story which portrays a loving and kind young lady who is passionate about animals and wants to help. She has her work cut out caring for a baby Koala but ultimately this will help her accept a new baby into the family.

Ruby likes her routine and does not find change very easy. Her autism means she can feel anxious.. in this story young children will see Ruby portrayed in a realistic but loving and positive way and it could help spark a conversation about autism and what this means and how to see it through Ruby’s eyes.

I’ll certainly read this to my class, for the story but also the conversations about animals, ASD, friendships, new babies. Etc For a short story it covers a lot of issues that worry children, but in a calm and caring way and is also a great story.

This is such a sweet and cute little book. Perfect for young children. The story is engaging for young minds and will make a lovely bedtime read. It accurately delivered what it promised to.