BA Social Work, MA Children’s Literature
Debra Tidball is a Sydney-based internationally published, award-winning author of picture books, short stories, poems and plays for children. With social work and children’s literature qualifications, Debra is a children’s book enthusiast with a particular passion for picture books and the profound way they can touch children’s lives.
Debra is an enthusiastic, energetic and playful presenter, sneaking learning opportunities into her fun school visits.
Awards:
- 2024 Anchored CBCA Notable Book
- 2018 The Scared Book CBCA Notable Book
- 2018 The Scared Book Speech Pathology Book of the Year shortlist
- 2018 The Scared Book SCBWI Crystal Kite Winner
- 2014 When I See Grandma Speech Pathology Book of the Year shortlist
- 2014 When I See Grandma CALEB award winner
Our teaching staff commented about the great value Debra added to our Book Week, making books come to life. I would highly recommend Debra to your school or library as an excellent presenter, author and facilitator.
Shore, Northbridge Teacher Librarian.
‘Fantastic presentation by Debra Tidball … lots of laughter.‘
Henty Librarian, on the presentation to K-2 from Henty Public School and St Paul’s Lutheran School.
