Barry has a Bash

🏏Barry Has a Bash — A Rhyming Picture Book About Cricket, Confidence & Playing Smart Barry’s got the bat. He’s got the swagger. And he’s sure he’s about to smash a hundred runs. There’s just one problem… he forgot to listen. In Barry Has a Bash, a bold young puppet charges into a cricket match full of confidence (and not much planning). One massive swing later — and the stumps go flying. His best mate Frank — calm, thoughtful, and quietly brilliant — tries to help Barry understand that winning isn’t always about going big. Sometimes, it’s about holding back, playing smart, and sticking it out for the team. 📖 A Funny, Feel-Good Read-Aloud for Ages 4–8 Told in playful rhyme and packed with expressive illustrations, this picture book is perfect for kids who love sport, silliness, or just having a go. Whether they’re backyard blasters or total beginners, young readers will relate to Barry’s energy — and Frank’s patience. Barry Has a Bash celebrates: ✅ Sportsmanship and teamwork ✅ Bouncing back after mistakes ✅ Learning through play ✅ Classic Aussie cricket nostalgia Fun, heartfelt, and full of character — this is storytime with stumps, swing, and a lesson in slowing down.