The Sugarcane Harvester Song

A sing-along and read-aloud picture book for curious kids who love big machinesIf your child stops everything to watch tractors and harvesters at work… this story will feel like it was made just for them.


Set to the tune of The Wheels on the Bus, this playful picture book alternates between interactive sing-along moments and gentle storytelling, as Malcolm and Maggie the Magpie explore how sugarcane is harvested in North Queensland—step by step.Perfect for:
Kids who love tractors and big machines
Interactive storytime (read it or sing it!)
Learning where food comes from
Book details:
36-page picture book
Ages 2–6
Hickory Wattle Press


About the Author

Hi! I'm Cynthia Sappracone. I'm a mum and children's author inspired by the curiosity of my own kids.The Sugarcane Harvester Song was born from my son's fascination with sugarcane trains and the big machinery at a John Deere dealership.Through the adventures of Malcolm and Maggie the Magpie, I love creating stories that turn real-world work into joyful discovery for young readers.


Follow along for behind-the-scenes book creation, early reader reviews, and farm and machine fun for curious kids!

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