Grug is an Australian fictional character appearing in a series of children's books by the author Ted Prior. They were published between 1979 and 1992 by Hodder & Stoughton, Australia and have now been republished by Simon & Schuster, Australia from 1 June 2009. Three new books have also been published since 1992.

Grug was originally modelled after the fallen top of a Burrawang tree (Macrozamia communis),[1] but more closely resembles a grass tree (Xanthorrhoea), or a small, striped haystack. He is fascinated by the world around him, and solves problems that many children experience- such as learning to swim, going to school, and riding a bike- in fun, creative ways.

Theatre productions

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Grug has spawned two plays; Grug, which "centres on the fun of visual surprise,"[2] and Grug and the Rainbow, based on several of the books and said to be "amongst the best children's theatre you will find".[3]

Published works (partial list)

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References

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  1. ^ "Windmill Theatre Company Grug Study Guide | Windmill Theatre Co". Retrieved 24 August 2023.
  2. ^ Graeber, Laurel (7 March 2013). "Apare Times for Children For March 8–15 (Arts)". The New York Times. Retrieved 25 June 2015.
  3. ^ Nicole Russo. "Grug and the Rainbow". www.thebarefootreview.com.au. Retrieved 24 June 2015.
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