Amba Press

15/07/2025

We are thrilled to announce that Clancy of the Outback, the beloved children's book series by Phil Kettle and Bob Andersen, is being transformed into an exciting musical production coming to a stage near you soon – bringing the adventures of our young hero to families across Australia.

Clancy of the Outback – A Musical Adventure promises to capture all the heart, humour, and authentic Australian spirit that has made the book series such a hit with young readers aged 7–10. The production will tell the universal story of home, acceptance, and identity through a uniquely Aussie lens, following 12-year-old Clancy as he navigates life 1200 kilometres from his old home at his uncle's sheep station, The Overflow.

Read all about it here: https://ambachildrens.com.au/blogs/news/clancy-of-the-outback-hits-the-stage

06/07/2025

We're proud to announce the upcoming release of 'Teacher Wellbeing Transformed: Break Free From Survival Mode Before Burnout' by Bianca McLeish.

With teacher burnout reaching epidemic levels across Australia, this book offers educators an approach that goes beyond traditional self-care advice.

Author Bianca McLeish, an Educational Wellbeing Consultant who experienced burnout firsthand, combines practical teaching experience with neuroscience and positive psychology to deliver what teachers really need: self-preservation strategies that work.

This isn't another wellness checklist. It's an evidence-based guide that helps educators:
✨ Understand how chronic stress affects their nervous system
✨ Learn practical techniques to regulate their responses
✨ Develop sustainable daily practices that fit a teacher's reality
✨ Reclaim their passion for teaching without leaving the profession

At Amba Press, we believe in supporting Australia's educators with resources that make a real difference. Because when teachers thrive, students thrive too.

Coming soon! 🙌

https://ambapress.com.au/blogs/amba-press-blog/a-game-changing-resource-for-educators-is-coming-this-august

05/07/2025

'Finding treasure in neurodiversity'

By Casey Neill for the Star News Group

Andrew Fuller believes passionately that neurodivergence has its advantages – we just need to help children identify them.

“It’s not whether people are smart, it’s how they are smart,” he says.

You can hear, see, and feel the clinical psychologist and family therapist’s passion the moment he starts speaking.

He’s known for his work in neuroscience, learning, resilience, and wellbeing, and for authoring several books.

Neuroadvantage is his latest, and “This one’s a special one.”

“I hope it makes a real impact,” he said.

Read the full interview here: https://caseycardiniakids.com.au/news/2025-06-20/finding-treasure-in-neurodiversity/

Andrew Fuller believes passionately that neurodivergence has its advantages – we just need to help children identify them. “It’s not whether people are smart, it’s how they are smart,” he says. You can hear, see, and feel the clinical psychologist and family therapist’s passion the momen...

01/07/2025

Moving beyond the ‘old way’ of teaching.

How educators can thrive in the 'era of overwhelm'.

Read more here:

The Educator speaks to Dr William DeJean, Founder and CEO of Unleash Learning

30/06/2025

Meet Dale Sidebottom and Paul Campbell, the world-renowned play experts behind '365 Days of Play' 👋

Dale Sidebottom is an internationally recognised play consultant who has shared his vision in 25 countries as a TEDx speaker and founder of .co with his bestselling book 'All Work No Play' establishing him as a leading voice in connecting play with mental health. 🎓

Paul Campbell brings his journey from classroom teacher to Assistant Principal of Positive Education and Wellbeing, extending his expertise into professional sports where he's collaborated with elite athletes and clubs including the Collingwood Football Club. ⭐

Available now! 🎉

https://ambapress.com.au/products/365-days-of-play

30/06/2025

🧠 Coming soon: 'INFLUENCE: How Educational Leaders Transform Thinking to Inspire, Unite and Deliver' by Dr. Judi Newman 🧠

What sets transformational leaders apart? The answer lies in neuroscience.

Dr. Judi Newman, a leading Australian expert in social cognitive neuroscience and former high school principal, reveals groundbreaking insights from her PhD research. She discovered that without neuroplastic changes in the brain, there's limited learning and behaviour change.

This powerful book unveils 12 essential leadership attributes and practical influence strategies that educational leaders can implement immediately.

📅 Publication: 20 August 2025
🔗 Learn more: https://ambapress.com.au/blogs/amba-press-blog/new-book-announcement-influence-by-dr-judi-newman

Perfect for seasoned executives, emerging leaders and anyone seeking to amplify their impact through the science of influence.

25/06/2025

🎉 Today's the day! 365 Days of Play is officially here! 🚀

Life's too short to take too seriously – so why not make every single day a playful adventure? 🌟

This isn't just another activity book. It's your daily dose of joy, connection, and laughter, created by play experts Dale Sidebottom and Paul Campbell from The School of Play. With over 40 years of combined expertise, they've packed this book with science-backed activities, creative challenges, and uplifting stories designed to transform your daily routine. ✨

Whether you're looking to boost your brain, get moving with wacky games, practise gratitude, or embark on kindness missions – there's something magical waiting on every page. 💫

Ready to rediscover the transformative power of play? Flip to today's page and let the fun begin! 🌈

https://ambapress.com.au/products/365-days-of-play

19/06/2025

Navigate mainstream schooling with confidence using 'Mainstream Primary Schooling Your Special-Needs Child' by Alicia Cohen. A parent's essential guide to advocating and navigating the school system. 📖

Written for parents and carers of children with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, physical disabilities and mental health challenges, this compassionate resource combines emotional support with actionable advice. 🎯

Perfect for building effective support teams, understanding your rights and managing the journey while caring for yourself. ⭐

Available now! 🎉

17/06/2025

🎉 We're thrilled to announce that Dr Simon Breakspear's highly anticipated new book, 'Elevated Conversations', is coming this August!

Following the phenomenal success of his bestselling 'The Pruning Principle', Simon returns with a practical toolkit that every educator needs. If you've ever sat through another draining, unfocused team meeting wondering 'there has to be a better way' – this book is for you. 🗣️

'Elevated Conversations' offers seven field-tested conversational tools to transform your collaborative time from 'weary talk' into purposeful, energising discussions that actually drive improvement in your school. 🏫

✨ Ready-to-use templates
✨ Reduced prep time for leaders
✨ Frameworks tested with thousands of educators worldwide

Dr Simon Breakspear's unique blend of research and school understanding shines through every page, delivering actionable solutions you can implement immediately. 🗣️

We can't wait to share this game-changer with the education community! 📒

https://ambapress.com.au/blogs/amba-press-blog/from-weary-talk-to-elevated-conversations-dr-simon-breakspears-new-book-for-educators

16/06/2025

🔥 The hype is REAL!

We've been sending out copies of Andrew Fuller's latest game-changing book all day, every day, and the response has been incredible! 🌻

This revolutionary guide transforms how we think about neurodivergent children - moving beyond deficit-focused labels to celebrate the hidden strengths that make these kids extraordinary. With evidence-based strategies from thousands of real cases, it's helping parents and educators unlock the superpowers in ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other beautiful neurological differences. 🧠💪

The book reveals how to turn challenges into advantages and help these amazing kids thrive. Because neurodiversity isn't a limitation - it's humanity's evolutionary advantage! 🌟🚀

The demand speaks for itself. Parents and educators are hungry for this positive, strength-based approach! 🙌❤️🌻

https://ambapress.com.au/products/neuroadvantage

14/06/2025

What a FUN time at EDUtech Australia 2025! 🎉

We absolutely loved every moment of celebrating our talented authors and their amazing books. You can definitely tell by Alicia's beaming smile in every single photo just how much joy this event brought us all! 😊

It was such a delight to meet so many of our authors face-to-face for the first time. There's nothing quite like connecting in person with the brilliant people behind the books that are making such a difference in education. 📖

A huge shoutout to Hugh Kingsley and Emma Hardaker at The Brainary for their outstanding support with the author signing stand. Together, we made an amazing team, and we were absolutely thrilled with the book sales throughout the event. 👏

To everyone who stopped by, chatted with our authors and took home some inspiring reads – thank you for making EduTech 2025 so special. We hope you enjoyed the experience as much as we did! 💫

Already counting down to EduTech 2026, where we'll be back with even more authors and great books. See you there! 📚

08/06/2025

Discover the hidden strengths in your neurodivergent child with this revolutionary guide by Andrew Fuller. This book is transforming traditional approaches into a strength-based roadmap for success. 📖

Moving beyond limiting diagnostic labels, this practical handbook reveals how to identify your child's unique learning strengths and leverage them to build confidence, resilience, and lifelong capabilities. 🌻

Perfect for parents and educators seeking positive approaches to ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other neurodevelopmental variations. 🌻

Available now! 🎉

https://ambapress.com.au/products/neuroadvantage