Edwina the Emu

By Sheena Knowles, Rod Clement

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Average Rating: (See all reviews) Format: Paperback, 32 pages Other Information: Illustrated Published In: United States, May 1997 Ships within 6-11 days In this sequel to the popular "Edward the Emu", Edward and his mate, Edwina, are the proud parents of 10 little emu chicks. "Don't get depressed. I'll find a job, you stay on the nest", says Edwina to her stunned mate. And so Edwina sets out to find work in this lighthearted offering from Down Under. Full color. Publisher: HarperTrophy ISBN: 0064434834 EAN: 9780064434836 Dimensions: 25.5 x 23.62 x 0.28 centimeters (0.15 kg)

Edwina sets of to find herself a job, leaving Edward to look after their 10 eggs in the nest. Poor Edwina keeps reading job ads that seem perfect for her, only to discover that she isn't quite suited for the jobs that she applies for. She finally finds her perfect job, waitress at a cafe where speed is important, only to be horrified by a customer ordering eggs. She quickly hurries home to share the nest sitting duties with Edward. The story ends with the hatching and naming of their chicks. Beautiful illustrations and very amusing expressions for Edwina as she searches for a job.