Children's book

Skimpy the Skink

Pam Chapman (author of “Shrek the Sheep”) released her new children’s book “Skimpy the Skink” at the launch of the Mokomoko Dryland Sanctuary in November 2009. This beautiful book is illustrated by COET trustee, Derek Chinn, and tells the story of the plight of Otago skinks in the face of introduced predators. 

Pam has been promoting her book by visiting schools and early chilhood centres in Alexandra and Clyde to give away copies of the book.

Help raise the awareness of the Otago Skink by purchasing a copy of this book today. Skimpy the Skink is available for purchase from bookshops, Museums and the Department of Conservation.  It can also be ordered by calling Pam on 03 449 2265 or by emailing Grant Norbury on norburyg@landcareresearch.co.nz.  RRP is $15 incl gst and postage. 

Other Merchandise

	Otago Skink T-Shirts Range of sizes and colours RRP: Adults S, M, L, XL $29.90 RRP: Childrens 4, 6, 8 $23.50
	Wild Central - Discovering the Natural History of Central Otago Neville Peat and Brian Patrick RRP: $24.00
	Otago Skink Gift Card Designed by local artist Alan Waters RRP: $4.20
	Paua Gecko Wall Hanging Designed and made in Alexandra RRP: Large $60.00, small $45.00
	Skink Magnet Made in NZ Exclusive to Central Stories Museum RRP: $9.90

 

To order any of the above merchandise, visit or contact the Central Stories Museum in Alexandra.

Central Stories Building
21 Centennial Ave. Alexandra
PO Box 308, Alexandra 9340
Central Otago, New Zealand
Ph/fax: 03 448 6230
Email: enquires@centralstroies.com
Website:www.centralstories.com