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Born: Established: New York (State),
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United States of America (USA),
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Americas,
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Gender: Female
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1 y separately published work icon Our Country : Ancient Wonders Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2022 23207167 2022 single work picture book children's

'This first book in the Our Country series takes readers on a journey across Australia to marvel at our unique geology and geography.

'Our home is an ancient land. In every corner of Australia, wonders are waiting for curious explorers. With each vibrant fact-filled page of this unique book, readers will visit different natural wonders across all states and territories. See the prehistoric beasts that roamed the land in Winton, venture through the lava-formed caves at Undara, experience the fiery glow of Uluru and Kata Tjuta, and more! Adventure is out there . . . Our country is calling.'

Source : publisher's blurb

1 y separately published work icon Australia Under the Sea 1, 2, 3 Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2020 19897068 2020 single work picture book children's

'On a coral reef in the big blue sea, count the ocean creatures 1, 2, 3.

'Count from one giant whale shark all the way to twelve tired seahorses, meeting and learning about plenty of playful Australian sea creatures along the way. With vibrant artwork, simple facts about each creature and a gentle conservation message, Frané Lessac’s Australia Under the Sea 1, 2, 3 is a celebration of twelve fish and friends living in our seas.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

1 y separately published work icon Under the Milky Way Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Somerville : Candlewick Press , 2020 17420455 2020 single work picture book children's

'This celebratory picture book from Frané Lessac shines a light on beloved nighttime traditions under the starry skies of North America.

'Beneath a blanket of stars, crowds cheer at Little League games, campers share fireside stories, bull-riders hold on tight, and sled dogs race through falling snow — all under the Milky Way. Vivid artwork, engaging verses, and facts about the United States and Canada will captivate readers of all ages in a joyful offering from Frané Lessac.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 y separately published work icon Australian Baby Animals Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2019 17107222 2019 single work picture book children's

'With one animal baby featured on each double page spread, this colourful introduction to iconic Australian creatures groups them according to their baby names: joeys, hatchlings, fry, chicks, puggles, pups and platypups. The animals cover the full gamut of family groups: from marsupials to monotremes and reptiles to birds, each baby animal is described by one line of text (in bold type). And there's a special additional fact for extra interest.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 Storm i "Weather's coming", Frane Lessac , 2019 single work poetry
— Appears in: This is Home : Essential Australian Poems for Children 2019; (p. 68)
1 y separately published work icon Under the Southern Cross Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2018 14538791 2018 single work picture book children's

'Night-time in Australia, animals are waking, people are exploring, discoveries are being made – under the Southern Cross. What makes ribbons of colour swirl in the sky? What are the spooky balls of light that bounce across the outback? What animal lays eggs that look like squishy ping-pong balls? Where can you watch a movie with bats circling overhead? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this factastic picture book tour of Australia after dark.' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon A Is for Australian Animals Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2017 11610677 2017 single work picture book children's

'A factastic tour of Australian animals, by award-winning author-illustrator Frané Lessac!

'Australia is full of the most amazing animals on the planet! What animal has six thumbs? What animal produces square poo? What animal is made up of 95 per cent water and is highly venomous? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this factastic tour of Australian animals.' (Publication summary)

1 y separately published work icon Pattan's Pumpkin : An Indian Flood Story Chitra Soundar , Frane Lessac (illustrator), London : Otter-Barry Books , 2016 15799352 2016 single work picture book children's

'An exciting, vibrantly illustrated Flood Story from India.

Pattan has an amazing pumpkin… it grows BIGGER than the goats, BIGGER than the elephants, until it is as TALL as the mountains.

But can Pattan’s pumpkin save his family and all the animals when the storm-clouds burst and the waters rise?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

1 Biscuit and Bones Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac , 2015 single work prose
— Appears in: The Hush Treasure Book 2015; (p. 30-31)
1 3 y separately published work icon A is For Australia Frane Lessac , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2014 7160884 2014 single work picture book children's

'What is the Fremantle Doctor? Where is Qui Qui? And why are some islands named after days of the week? You'll uncover these exciting facts when you explore the A to Z of Australia - from Bondi to Kakadu and all the way to Taronga Zoo. Discover why Australia is one of the most amazing countries in the world! ... Includes high interest facts and full colour illustrations of diverse locations throughout the country. All states represented. Indigenous content included.' (Publisher's abstract)

1 4 y separately published work icon Midnight : The Story of a Light Horse Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2014 6802663 2014 single work picture book children's

'A foal is born at midnight, on the homestead side of the river. Coal black. Star ablaze. Moonlight in her eyes. On October 31, 1917, the 4th and 12th Regiments of the Australian Light Horse took part in one of the last great cavalry charges in history. Among the first to leap the enemy trenches was Lieutenant Guy Haydon riding his beloved mare, Midnight. This is their story.' (Publisher's blurb)

1 4 y separately published work icon The Greatest Liar on Earth : A 'True' Story Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2012 Z1853778 2012 single work picture book children's 'There is not a stir or a whisper when Louis de Rougemont steps onto the stage to recount his astonishing experiences. It is the most amazing story a man ever lived to tell a breathtaking tale of catastrophe and miraculous events. But critics say he is an impostor with a gift for ripping yarns. Are Louis s tales true? Or is he the greatest liar on earth? The true story of Louis de Rougemont and how his stories became truth and his truths became stories.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 1 y separately published work icon Drummer Boy of John John Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), New York (City) : Lee and Low Books , 2012 7353750 2012 single work picture book children's

Carnival is coming, and the villagers of John John, Trinidad, are getting ready to jump up and celebrate with music, dancing, and a parade. Best of all, the Roti King has promised free rotis - tasty fried pancakes filled with chicken, herbs and spices - for the best in the parade. Publisher's blurb.

1 9 y separately published work icon Ned Kelly and the Green Sash Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2010 Z1700781 2010 single work picture book children's

'A narrative non-fiction picture book about the life of Ned Kelly and the Kelly Gang, Australia's most infamous bushrangers. Backed by detailed research, the story focuses on Ned as a young man and the little known story of the green sash. The text also includes brief biographies and fact files on the Kelly Gang, the true story behind the green sash and a detailed list of sources.'

Source: Walker Books Australia, website, www.walkerbooks.com.au (sighted 21/06/2010)

1 9 y separately published work icon Simpson and His Donkey Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Newtown : Walker Books Australia , 2008 Z1493538 2008 single work picture book children's An account (narrative non fiction) of the story of John Kilpatrick Simpson and how he and his donkey, Duffy, rescued over 300 men during the campaign at Gallipoli. The text includes a brief biography of the man, details of his work at Gallipoli and also the little known story of how, without realising, he rescued his childhood friend from South Shields, Billy Lowes. The text also includes fact files on Simpson and Billy Lowes, maps, and additional historical background information such as how Duffy received a VC. (Trove)
1 2 y separately published work icon The Day of the Elephant Barbara Ker Wilson , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Pymble : Angus and Robertson , 2005 Z1229971 2005 single work picture book children's 'A heartwarming story celebrating the extraordinary sixth sense of animals and one brave elephant who saved a group of children during the tsunami disaster in southern Thailand [...] The story is centred on one special elephant, Mae Jabu, who is coming to visit a small village to entertain the children who live there. The village children are particularly excited about Mae Jabu's visit as they love elephants and are hoping that she will dance for them. As Mae Jabu approaches the village she appears restless and bellows loudly. Her Keeper is concerned by her unusual behaviour, and as Mae Jabu is led to a grassy clearing the children become aware that something very odd is occurring down on the shoreline. Mae Jabu gently lifts some of the smallest children on to her back and then heads for the safety of the higher ground, with the keeper and the older children running anxiously beside her. The gigantic wave rolls in but the children have been saved by Mae Jabu, whose "sixth sense" anticipated the disaster.' (Source: Frane Lessac's website.)
1 2 y separately published work icon Maui and the Big Fish Barbara Ker Wilson , Frane Lessac (illustrator), London : Frances Lincoln , 2003 Z1072583 2003 single work picture book children's myth/legend
1 4 y separately published work icon The Legend of Moondyne Joe Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Crawley : Cygnet Books , 2002 Z964037 2002 single work picture book children's
1 1 y separately published work icon Our Big Island Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Fremantle : Plantagenet Press , 1995 Z843152 1995 single work picture book children's
1 1 y separately published work icon Magic Boomerang Mark Greenwood , Frane Lessac (illustrator), Fremantle : Plantagenet Press , 1994 Z843158 1994 single work picture book children's
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