“An innovative, award-winning series helping children develop social and emotional well-being”

Selected for the Victorian Department of Education and Training’s School Readiness Funding Menu for 2020.

With their delightful characters, engaging stories and whimsical approach, the award-winning Ginnie & Pinney
Learn & Grow series is a unique and innovative set of books and videos that will encourage ethical thinking, empathy and emotional intelligence in young children.

A Bedtime Story – Sharing

Ginnie & Pinney are excited. They’ve invited Dodo to his first sleepover. But Dodo won’t share or help. Is Dodo being a bad guest or is there a reason for his behaviour? When Dodo finally tells his friends the truth, they agree
to share with Dodo. But has Dodo really learnt to share with them?

About the series
A delightful series featuring Ginnie & Pinney and their friends. Their daily social interactions, concerns and decisions pose dilemmas that model positive self-identity and behaviours: selflessness, persistence, sharing, inclusiveness, responsibility, accepting difference and learning to say sorry. Includes an 8-book set and free animated videos accessible
by QR Code. The Box set includes access to a comprehensive 64 page “Teachers Notes” resource kit.

View Series HERE

Penny Harris

Penny Harris is a multi-national and international award-winning animator, author and multi-media developer. She has worked with the Australian Children’s Television Foundation, Film Victoria as well as a number of Australian universities and institutions.

Winnie Zhou

Winnie Zhou has a Masters of Multimedia Design from Monash University and is a talented illustrator and multimedia developer. Winnie lives in Melbourne and has worked closely with Penny to develop the series.