At a time when Australia’s iconic koala is threatened by devastating fires and human-generated loss of habitat, this fascinating story of how koala came to be – brought to life through Reggie Sultan’s unique artistic imagination – is a must for all children to enjoy. In the story, Koala begins life as a colourful animal with a long bushy tail and large round ears, living in a lush jungle. However, after the land dries and a fire passes through, he is reduced to the koala of today, with charcoal-coloured fur, ragged ears, and a short stumpy tail.