“Feeling comfortable in speaking a language is like taking a warm bath”

What does it feel like to learn a new language in a foreign country? Author Irena Kobald deals with this question in her children's book “My Two Blankets.” Irena shares with us how her heart-warming story reaches people from all over the world.

Irena visits her former English teacher in Styria and proudly introduces the German version of her book to her. Credit: Irena Kobald

The gigantic blanket, inspired by the book “My Two Blankets”, consists of over 500 pieces of fabric. It was painted by the students of Ashfield Primary in Sydney and created by textile artist Karen Manning. Credit: Irena Kobald