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Reynold Learning offers books and online resources by Australian authors in fiction and non-fiction as well as material for children’s literature and learning development. Ph. 61422467842  Reynoldlearning.edu@gmail.com

Books and eBooks

Books available in print and online


What a Capital Idea & Leaders and Larrikins Collection

A three-book collection: What a Capital Idea — Australia 1770–1901 and Leaders and Larrikins, Parts I and II.

Three-book set: $140


What a Capital Idea – Australia 1770-1901  [See YouTube Video]
is a revealing new look at Australia’s history. Using original documents, government letters, articles and legislation, this book shows that Australia was not settled as a penal colony; Aborigines, along with everyone else, voted for Federation and Australia was so prosperous that it was Britain’s greatest financial accident. This easy to read book is a real page turner.

Leaders and Larrikins Part I paperback cover by Christopher Reynolds

Part I

Leaders and Larrikins - Great Australian Stories is a unique presentation of historical characters as Dr. Reynolds takes the actual events and meetings that comprised their lives and then creates the dialogue of their interactions. In doing so, the reader gets to ‘meet’ these people and enter into their lives like never before: people like Arthur Phillip, Matthew Flinders and Caroline Chisholm. Part I presents 11 stories.

Leaders and Larrikins Part II paperback cover by Christopher Reynolds

Part II

Leaders and Larrikins - Great Australian Stories is a unique presentation of historical characters as Dr. Reynolds takes the actual events and meetings that comprised their lives and then creates the dialogue of their interactions. In doing so, the reader gets to ‘meet’ these people and enter into their lives like never before: people like Arthur Phillip, Matthew Flinders and Caroline Chisholm. Part II presents 9 more stories.


Guide Book for Convicts and Tourists paperback cover

Guide Book for Convicts and Tourists

If you are standing on the dock in Sydney Cove, there are probably two reasons you are there: you have been sent or you have come to have a look around. This guide helps you get a feel for the local society and hear stories about the colony and some of the people who lived here. If you have been sent here, someone will be along shortly to sort you out. Good luck with that.


Wacky Australia paperback cover showing a sailor in a white shirt and sailor cap beside a shipwreck

Wacky Australia

A funny look at the lives and adventures of people in 1700s and 1800s Australia. City folk sent to the other side of the earth dealt with the bush and flies, parties, bother and mischief. Written for children to enjoy reading Australian history.



Learning Development paperback cover showing children on a bus with blue front seats and sky-blue windows

Learning Development is a collection of articles on topics ranging from understanding the learning process to teaching boys and girls
differently. Learning Development is based on research showing that learning capability can be increased by stimulating the sensory system and neuropathways. These easy to read articles provide insight on how to enable children to enjoy learning

Mr Meerkat’s Book of Poems eBook cover

Mr. Meerkat’s Book of Poems
is a collection of 60 poems. Children are taken on a journey of fun to build literacy. Topics vary across a range of issues that children encounter in the world around them – often with Australian contexts and animals. Mr. Meerkat’s Poetry for Children is perfect for helping students learn to love reading and writing.

A Dance with the Devil novel cover

Coming Soon
The Middle East. 427 days in 5 dungeons. No convictions. One man’s fight for life.
A Dance with the Devil is a suspenseful thriller in the vein of Midnight Express, The Shawshank Redemption and Hacksaw Ridge. This exciting narrative will sweep you into a world of greed, intrigue, violence and depression until the very end with David Norton’s escape and vindication.

Poetry Readers Packages

Read about Mr. Meerkat’s Poetry for Children

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2

Readers for Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2. Set of 6 booklets + Teacher's Companion

6 Readers covering 18 poems. Enjoy reading these uniquely Australian poems.
Great illustrations.
Topics vary and progress in complexity to suit reading levels. See Poetry then Samples.

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Grades 3 and 4

Readers for Grades 3 and 4. Set of 7 booklets + Teacher's Companion

7 Readers covering 20 poems. Enjoy reading these uniquely Australian poems.
Great illustrations.
Topics vary and progress in complexity to suit reading levels. See Poetry then Samples.

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Grades 5 and 6

Readers for Grades 5 and 6. Set of 7 booklets + Teacher's Companion

7 Readers covering 21 poems. Enjoy reading these uniquely Australian poems.
Great illustrations.
Topics vary and progress in complexity to suit reading levels. See Poetry then Samples.

Read Poetry Sample

Read Companion Sample

Teacher’s Companions - Australian and International Editions

Teacher’s Companions are a comprehensive program for teaching the Mr. Meerkat poetry. Lesson Plans, Discussion Questions,
Activities, Explanation Notes and Lesson Objectives are written for each poem

Online Resources

Read about Mr. Meerkat’s Poetry for Children

Book Packages | Online Access
2 Months $40
6 Months $80

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2

Readers for Kindergarten, Grades 1 and 2 Videos with Recitals + Teacher's Companion

Readers are seen in story books and audio visual recitals. Poems can be seen on computer, whiteboards, tablets and mobile.

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Grades 3 and 4

Readers for Grades 3 and 4 Videos with Recitals + Teacher's Companion

Readers are seen in story books and audio visual recitals. Poems can be seen on computer, whiteboards, tablets and mobile.

Mr. Meerkat poetry readers for Grades 5 and 6

Readers for Grades 5 and 6 Videos with Recitals + Teacher's Companion

Readers are seen in story books and audio visual recitals. Poems can be seen on computer, whiteboards, tablets and mobile.

See Poetry Video

Reynold Learning

Meet Dr. Christopher Reynolds, an extraordinary Aussie who's done it all—from working with President Ronald Reagan to running the Sydney World Trade Centre. His book, *What a Capital Idea*, takes you on an exciting journey through Australia’s history, focusing on how money and political maneuvers shaped the nation between 1770 and 1901.

At 500 pages, it’s packed with engaging stories that make history fun and relatable. Imagine having a chat with a wise friend who cracks jokes while debunking common myths. Dr. Reynolds inspires you to view Australia with fresh eyes and feel hopeful about the future.

Dive into *What a Capital Idea* and get ready to explore a new perspective on your country’s past—it might just ignite your own dreams for the future!
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