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My Awesome Australian: Online exhibition

My Dad by Zoey (4-7 years, VIC)

Drawing
My Dad
My name is Zoey and this is my dad, William. I painted him because he is the most awesome Australian I know. He makes me laugh every day and takes me on fun adventures like the zoo, swimming, and eating yummy food. I put the pictures behind him to show all the happy things we do together. If I could give him an award, it would be “Best Dad in the Universe” because he always looks after me and makes me feel safe and loved.

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