The West Australian, August 14 2001
Leaping the Tingles, a magical and exciting book . . . (Fremantle Arts Centre Press).
The "I" in this story is Celia. She has no idea, at first that she is really different from other kids. It turns out she's descended from a child who became lost in the tingle tree forest down south a long, long time ago.
The little girl was looked after by the wohunks who live in the trees, so that she inherited some of their characteristics - and passed them on to Celia.
. . . when you read about Celia, you'll find out about vim levels, ankle axims and seventh sense, as well as be moved by a story that is full of love, friendship and respect for the environment.


ISBS (International Specialized Book Services), August, 2001
Leaping the Tingles: This delightful story takes the reader on a fantastical journey, beginning with Celia's venture into the amazing world of Aunty Hetty, tingle trees, bird leaping, sky gliding . . . and wohunks . . .


Shannan , 11, Rural NSW in Write a Review at http://www.teachers.ash.org.au
Leaping the Tingles:
. . . I thought the book was excellent and exciting to read. I would think this book would be good to read and report to other students about.


Review by NSW Dept of Education Feb 96
Smith, Helene
Operation Clancy.
Fremantle Arts Centre, 1994.
What a great read! I could not put this down until I'd finished it as the story flows and the action is swift. Tony lives a normal life with his uncle, believing his parents to be dead. Then one day his picture is published in the newspaper and strange things begin to happen. This is a good adventure story involving everyday characters and is sutiable for 11-14 year olds. However, it could easily be read to younger children. It would complement any studies involving family or community: R Bodlay Lev: Senior primary junior secondary