A Cat Called Trim: Voyages Around Australia And The World With Matthew Flinders

A Cat Called Trim: Voyages Around Australia And The World With Matthew Flinders by Corinne Fenton and Craig Smith is a richly illustrated children’s picture book that brings Australian history to life through the bright-eyed gaze of a ship’s cat.

Meet Trim, the bold and lovable companion of explorer Matthew Flinders, as he sails across oceans and along Australia’s coastline during the first circumnavigation of the continent. With a gentle sense of adventure and plenty of warmth, this story captures life at sea, the thrill of discovery and the bonds that form on long voyages—without losing sight of the small details young readers adore.

Perfect for families seeking engaging historical fiction, classroom reading aloud, and kids who love cats, ships and true stories from the Age of Exploration.

Add this one to your shelf for a comforting adventure worth revisiting.