Carefully crafted into 10 chapters, readers will find poems that make them laugh (like You and I by C. J. Dennis and Things That Go Squark by Peter Wesley-Smith) and sing, and connect them with Australians old and new.
This is a collection to have on standby. To pore over both words and artwork. It's a coffee table book, a library book, a bedside book, a beach towel, riverside or city-side book. Most of all a poetry book to savour and to share.
]]>Jude Fell is a lifelong educator and emerging poet. She writes lyrical rhyming poems about memory, history and nature. Her poem 'In Albert' was published in When Anzac Comes Around: A Hundred Years From Gallipoli Poetry Project in 2015.
Tull Suwannakit is an Australian book illustrator and author for children with background in animation and fine art. His books have been published in Australia, US, UK and Thailand, as well as being translated into numerous languages all throughout the world. He works predominantly with watercolour and graphite, and his books have been featured in Sydney Morning Herald, ABC Mornings Radio, Play School on ABC4Kids HELLO! Magazine (Thailand edition) and The New York Times.
]]>In This Is Home, much-lovedauthor Jackie French has gathered a poem for every child and every mood. Whatdo you feel like doing today? Sit beside a bush campfire with OodgerooNoonuccal, watch people going by with Henry Lawson, float away with AlisonLester, learn to read with Andy Griffiths or be brave with Shaun Tan.
Ideal for sharing with the whole family, this extensivelyillustrated edition brings together old favourites and sure-to-be newfavourites in an indispensable addition to children's bookshelves. From poemsthat whisper to poems that roar, from words of tranquillity and heartbreak tothose of the witty and absurd, there is something within these pages to makeeveryone feel at home.
]]>Take a journey into the world of animal camouflage and uncover what may be right under your nose!
Discover frogs that look like leaves, spiders disguised as flowers, crabs concealed as sponges and seahorses hidden in coral. See if you can spot the species hidden among stunning illustrations, and learn about these elusive animals in Look, See, Find Me.
]]>To catch this elusive creature, Keith embarks on a very special fly hunt a strange and smelly quest, because he is going to look for this very hard to find fly in remote public toilets. How loo-dicrous!
Join Keith on this very stinky search for one of Australia's rarest insects. And just like Keith, you may learn that if you try hard enough, persistence pays off.
The Very Stinky Fly Hunt reveals that science is sometimes weird and sometimes a little gross too, but always an adventure.
]]>Karen Erasmus has been illustrating material for children for many years. She lives on the south coast of Australia with her three dogs, five chickens, grown-up children and husband. Karen loves the diversity and quirkiness of Australian wildlife.
]]>Meet the animals you can find on Wiradjuri Country in this intricately illustrated introduction to the Wiradjuri Language by two Wiradjuri creatives.
In giwang, Wiradjuri animals are shown along with Wiradjuri Language and English translations. Belinda Bridge's words weave an unpredictable cycle onto the page against beautiful paintings by Wiradjuri artist Peta-Joy Williams.
This evocative resource speaks to readers of all ages. It is rich with cultural meaning and is a significant Wiradjuri title to add to bookshelves.
]]>Belinda's inspiration to learn and speak Wiradjuri Language comes from her family and a deep desire to stay connected to her Ancestors.
Peta-Joy Williams is a proud Wiradjuri Yinaa (woman), born in Sydney, whose identity bridges the inland rivers of her ancestors and the saltwater cultures of the place she calls home. Drawing inspiration from both, PJ creates artwork that reflects the richness and diversity of her ancestry.
Encouraged by her Wiradjuri grandmother Eileen, she began painting Aboriginal art early in life and has since formalised her practice with a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Art and Cultural Practices and a Diploma in Fine Arts. Formerly a cultural arts teacher, PJ is now a full-time artist and the founder of Wiradjuri Wave.
Her work has been exhibited in major galleries across Australia, and her large-scale murals feature throughout New South Wales.
]]>Thankfully, all her friends want to pitch in and show the community that the store deserves to stay. With newfound determination, the group organises a unique community fundraiser, featuring a food truck, petting zoo, Kandyan dancing, and more! But when disaster strikes, will the money they raised even be enough to keep the store open? In the Ariana Treasure early reader series there are always problems to solve and fun to be had. Ariana often saves the day with her quick thinking and thoughtful spirit.
The stories explore friendship, families, diversity, courage and sustainability. With simple sentence structures, accessible vocabulary, familiar characters and relatable storylines, the stories in the Ariana Treasure series would suit eager beginner readers. Whether it be making new friends, saving a kitchen disaster or finding an act for the talent show, Ariana is ever ready to step up and help those in her community.
]]>Karen Erasmus lives by the sea just south of Melbourne with her children and husband. The coastal environment and the vibrant countryside around her home provide inspiration for her illustrations.
Karen's lively home life often finds its way into her artwork; she loves to create artwork that brings stories to life. She has enjoyed illustrating over 20 picture books. Karen draws on an iPad carefully choosing colour palettes and textures.
When she isn't drawing Karen enjoys travelling, she has lived in many different parts of the world and was originally from the UK. She settled in Melbourne to raise her children and loves her adopted home country.
]]>How can he and his family keep their feet quiet, and the baby asleep?
]]>Penelope Pratley has been playing with paint since she was a small girl. With a Bachelor of Fine Arts and a Bachelor of Teaching, she teaches visual art and textiles to students from primary to high school. Penelope works on her illustrations from her home studio late into the evenings and early mornings. Her hope is always to encourage and uplift others with her art and illustrations. You can contact Penelope on Instagram: @penelopesnest and her website: www.penelopesnest.com
]]>When Santa's sleigh breaks down halfway through his seasonal journey, an array of quirky, talking Australian animals must work together to help him deliver presents to their town. Through teamwork, the animals save Christmas by fixing Santa's sleigh-and Rudolph's nose-so that he can deliver his presents.
With themes of community, support, and empathy, this book contains a uniquely Australian twist on the holiday theme, while the beautifully designed artwork celebrates the joy and fun of Christmas.
]]>Giulia Quagli is an illustrator who lives and works in the Tuscan hills. She loves to draw and spend time with animals.
]]>A young girl called Rosie faces a quiet and uncertain time at home. Feeling disconnected, she finds comfort in a muddy puddle outside. Each action she takes whether it's placing a leaf, dropping a rock, or jumping in gives her a sense of control. With each ripple and splash, Rosie discovers that change is a part of life and something she can face and manage.
Muddy Puddle is a gentle, tender story, filled with artwork that perfectly captures the themes of resilience and self-empowerment. The story demonstrates that while we are unable to control everything, we can still navigate change.
]]>Manuela Adreani is an illustrator from Italy. After completing a diploma in illustration, she worked as a graphic designer before progressing to the world of animation thanks to a scholarship for a master's course in animation at the European Institute of Design, Turin. Manuela has worked on a TV series produced and broadcast by Italy's RAI television and now works as a freelance illustrator, collaborating with many publishing houses worldwide.
]]>Meet Tree-Squeak, a mighty old growth gum tree. Towering tall, he is teeming with life. From birds, koalas and even possums Tree-squeak provides a home in his unique ecosystem for everyone! Through fires and floods, he endures, producing new shoots and buds, bringing joy and shelter to the environment around him.
This delightful, poetic story will inspire readers to enjoy and protect our precious forests and serves as a reminder that all trees play an important role in the world around us.
]]>But which dark sorcerer is responsible? The Night Dragon has yet to show his face. Mingshin knows it's only a matter of time before he discovers she carries the legendary Divine Stone.
As the Night Dragon closes in, Mingshin must decide whether to confess the secrets of the powerful stone she is fated to protect. Will Jieh, raised to loathe magic, continue loving her after learning she's a mage? Mingshin must find the courage to unveil her true powers to stop the Night Dragon from destroying this timeline once and for all.
Even after defeating her murderer, Prince Ren, Mingshin has no time to rest. The youngest prince's shocking death leaves the royal family shaken, and Mingshin is determined to get answers. She soon discovers that Wen was killed by a magical olfactory-delivered poison that drove him to suicide.
But which dark sorcerer is responsible? The Night Dragon, Ren's shadowy master, has yet to show his face. Mingshin knows it is only a matter of time before he discovers that she carries the immensely powerful Divine Stone. She already used the stone once to change the world's timeline and cannot imagine what will happen if he uses it to gain power.
As the Night Dragon closes in, Mingshin must decide whether she trusts her friends enough to share the secrets of the powerful stone she is fated to protect. Will Jieh, who has been raised to loathe the use of magic, continue loving her after he learns she's becoming a mage? Mingshin must find the courage to unveil her true powers to her friends to stop the Night Dragon from destroying this timeline once and for all.
]]>What if you could avenge your own murder? A brilliant young woman gets a second chance at life in this debut YA tale of vengeance, court intrigue, and romance, inspired by classic Chinese tropes.
Mingshin outsmarted three princes to help the man she loved become king. But she doesn't see Ren's betrayal coming, not until she's lying in a pool of her own blood on the palace steps. As she's dying, Mingshin makes a desperate plea to the gods to turn back time and give her a chance to make things right. Mingshin wakes up two years earlier, her prayer granted, and swears two things: Ren will never become king, and she will never fall in love again.
But the timeline in this life has changed: a dignitary gifted with dark magic is threatening her kingdom's peace, and Ren's thirst for power runs deeper than Mingshin could have imagined.
She finds herself allying with Jieh, another contender for the throne. Mingshin knows better than anyone not to give her heart to a prince. But in the viper's nest of the royal court, she and Jieh prove a phenomenal team. Can Mingshin avert the catastrophe of her past by once again learning to trust...and maybe even love? Master storyteller Kate Chenli introduces a singular YA heroine in this vividly rendered and utterly original new young adult fantasy books series.
A spellbinding, tension-filled page-turner with a bold heroine, A Bright Heart will appeal to fans of romance books for teens like The Shadows Between Us by Tricia Levenseller, or other YA books that feature rich world-building, captivating romance, and a quest for revenge.
'An incredible addition to the classic Chinese court intrigue genre.A Bright Heartis smart, subversive, and certainly swoony.' - Chloe Gong, #1New York Timesbestselling author ofThese Violent Delights
'The clever premise and intriguing and suspenseful plot will keep readers engaged. A fresh and compelling voice.' - Kirkus Reviews
'[A]vivid and evenly paced fantasy series starter that centers a determined heroine seeking to topple an archaic patriarchal society.' - Publishers Weekly
'The characters are complex and well-developed and the fairytale-like romance still shows an equal partnership and a thoughtful message about looking past first impressions. This book will appeal to any reader who loves fantasy with a good mix of romance, ancient Chinese court politics, and magic.' - Booklist
'Kate Chenli's YA debut is full of romance, intrigue and vengeance... [P]erfect for readers who want smart characters and gripping twists.'- Geek GirlAuthority
]]>Sixteen-year-old Cadence was born with the ability to cry tears of diamonds a secret talent her parents have abused to climb the royal ranks thanks to the infinite source of wealth. At their command, she cries diamonds to pay for the pricey treatments for her sister's neuromuscular disorder. Regardless of the pain, she'll do anything for her sister, who weakens by the day.
When the prince heckles Cadence at the King's Summer Solstice Ball about her sister's disability while dancing in the ballroom, she's left on the verge of tears, threatening to expose her power. She is saved by a mysteriously charming girl who sweeps in to take the next dance and the single diamond Cadence cried. The stranger reveals the Magi Queen sent her to tell Cadence that she's a mage, and that her power is a curse.
Yearning to discover the secrets behind her powers, Cadence sets off for the City of Magi. To claim the life she wants, Cadence must embrace her power before she loses the bright spots in her otherwise sad existence. After all, even diamonds can shatter.
]]>Now Holly gives writing advice and interacts with the online community via her YouTube channel. She's also a Page Turner Young Writer Awards judge and the host of the Diversity is Lit Book Club on Goodreads, which promotes BIPOC authors.
You can find her in the Chicago suburbs helping people in the hospital as a physical therapist, enjoying the company of her two babies who have fur, and binging Netflix shows. A Diamond Bright and Broken is her debut novel.
]]>This exciting collection of eight folktales presented in parallel English and Arabic text brings together favorites from a storytelling tradition rich in humor, warmth, and gentle life lessons. Drawing on oral and written sources from across the Arabic-speaking world, award-winning author Hadil Ghoneim has crafted a fun and unique anthology for heritage language learners as well as anyone seeking to introduce young readers to diverse cultures. The stories include:
Illustrator Ayah Khamis brings the tales to life with expressive characters, glowing color combinations, and detailed depictions of buildings and other local details. The book is a valuable addition to the library of any family or teacher who wants to build cultural connections through the magic of stories.
]]>Ayah Khamis has illustrated many children's and young adult books. A graduate of Helwan University's Faculty of Fine Arts, she published her first book, I love Because I Am a Human Being, at age 21 in Arabic, English and French. Her work has been recognised by the Etisalat Award for Children's Literature, the Children's Book Publishers Forum, and the Arab Institute in Paris. She collaborated previously with Hadil Ghoneim on the book Those Are Your Lenses, Alba!
Marcia Lynx Qualey is a writer, editor, translator, and founding editor of ArabLit and ArabLit Quarterly. Her work to promote Arabic literature in translation, including books for children and young adults, has been recognised by a Literary Translation Initiative Award from the London Book Fair and the Ottaway Award for the Promotion of International Literature from Words Without Borders. She is a co-founder of the WorldKidLit initiative, which works to raise the profile of global literature for young people.
]]>Chloe and her older sister make souls by hand in an empty old house in the countryside. When their supply of breth the raw material needed to make souls runs dry, the evil McCorp tries to force them to franchise and make synthetic souls instead. Chloe sets out to the big city in hopes of finding a new source. And maybe a way to modernize their business that Lacey is so determined to keep in the past.
On a journey to find a real breth crop, untouched by MCorp's greedy hands, Chloe uncovers long-buried family secrets and starts to question whom to trust and what reality even is.
A beautifully rendered debut, Soul Machine is at once a metaphysical science-fiction story and a nuanced exploration of big ideas: spirituality, family, consciousness, and connection, but also unscrupulous consumption, megacorporations, and how egomaniac entrepreneurs impact our lives.
]]>Ready to explore the hidden physics all around you? This engaging STEM book takes kids on an exciting journey through 10 urban settings, uncovering science in everyday places. Following the popular The Awesome Physics in Your Home, The AwesomePhysics in Your City uses relatable examples and hands-on experiments to make learning fun and accessible. From roller coasters, concerts, and sports fields to construction sites, city streets, shops, and more, kids will discover the real-world applications of physics and spark a passion for STEM. Perfect for curious minds and budding scientists!
For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books, to non-fiction, and fairy tale books.
]]>Tomas Kopeckyis an illustrator of children's books and computer games, working as part of a creative duo with his wife Tereza. He began his career as a pixel art mobile game designer in Prague, and in 2019, he illustrated his first book,A Bug Hotel. In his free time, Tomas enjoys the countryside, mountain biking, skateboarding, board games, and above all spending time with his family, including his two daughters and his dog Karlik.
]]>Prepare for takeoff on an exciting STEM journey with Up, Up, and Away! Join Grandpa Edward and his curious grandkids, Molly and Simon, as they take to the skies to explore the amazing history of aviation. From Icharus to the very first flying machines to the modern marvels of helicopters and hot-air balloons, this exciting book brings aviation history to life with beautiful illustrations and engaging tales of legendary aviators and groundbreaking historical events. Get ready to discover the science and the stories behind how humans first learned to fly!
For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a thirst for knowledge in young minds. We deliver the highest quality children's books from novelty, picture, pop-up, and how-to books, to non-fiction, and fairy tale books.
]]>Perfect for aspiring paleontologists and budding artists, this beginning drawing book will show kids how to draw their favourite dinos in a fun, interactive style! Popular YouTube drawing instructor Brad Woodard, founder of the Brave Kids Art Club show, shares his easy-to-follow lessons and tips and tricks for getting outside and drawing cool stuff. Featuring:
This is the ultimate guide for any kid who wants to learn about and draw dinosaurs!
]]>Krystal Woodard is a children's book author, and a co-founder of Brave the Woods, a design and illustration agency based in Boise, Idaho. She also is the chief operation officer of Brave Kids Art Club, an art education resource for kids. Krystal loves working on exciting, creative projects that solve problems for good causes. When she isn't working, Krystal enjoys going on adventures and exploring the world with her husband, her three children, and their two dogs.
]]>Perfect for curious explorers and aspiring artists, this beginning drawing book will show kids how to observe and draw their favorite animals and the natural world in a fun, interactive style! Popular YouTube drawing instructor Brad Woodard, founder of the Brave Kids Art Club show, shares his easy-to-follow lessons and tips and tricks for getting outside and drawing cool stuff. Featuring:
Intro to Exploring: Encourages kids to get outside and make their own discoveries, including facts about flora/fauna, things to observe about them, what to look for, and where to find them.
Adding Flair: Teaches kids to be confident in what they create and find the freedom to discover their own drawing style.
30+ Awesome Animals: All your favorite animals are included as well as trees, flowers, plants, and more.
This is the ultimate guide for any kid who wants to explore the world and learn to draw!
]]>Perfect for aspiring ocean explorers and budding artists, this beginning drawing book will show kids how to observe and draw their favorite ocean animals and beach discoveries in a fun, interactive style! Popular YouTube drawing instructor Brad Woodard, founder of the Brave Kids Art Club show, shares his easy-to-follow lessons and tips and tricks for getting outside and drawing cool stuff. Featuring:
Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps-by-step illustrations show to to create fun drawings with no experience necessary
Intro to Exploring: Encourages kids to get outside and make their own discoveries, including facts about the beach and ocean, things to observe about them, what to look for, and where to find them.
30+ Awesome Ocean Animals: All your favorite creatures are included, such as sharks, whales, fish, crabs, birds, plants, and more.
Interactive journal pages: Includes fill-in-the-blank pages of prompts for kids to record their observations and drawings.
This is the ultimate guide for any kid who wants to explore the ocean and learn to draw!
]]>'DeGrand's bright and bold over-the-top cartoon artwork escalates the frenetic energy of the story, in which just about every object has a smiley face, and that will keep kids turning the pages. The helpful message that it's OK to ask for space is welcome, but it's the raucous art and slapstick comedy that steals the show.' - Booklist
]]>From Colombia to Kenya and Syria to Thailand, real life librarians bring books to children who don't have easy access to a library. This creative non-fiction tale shows how librarians in 10 countries travel far and wide to deliver books to hungry readers without local access to libraries. A wonderful way to educate readers on the often overlooked, heroic lives of librarians.
All around the world, children wait for books.
So...
Book lovers cross seas.
They trek up narrow trails,
down steep, rocky paths,
over swift rivers,
and through dark forests.
They journey by foot,
on sturdy animals,
and with unique vehicles,
delivering books to children.
]]>As every year, Bunny looks forward to parking her camper van in a peaceful spot, and enjoying her usual routine of relaxing amongst nature on her own. To her horror, she wakes up to find a noisy purple monster camped right next door! At first she is delighted when a storm blows away his tent, but then she can't help but take pity on his plight, and gradually realises that doing things together can be more fun than solitude.
]]>He has illustrated several picture books and information books including The Bear Who Had Nothing To Wear. Bunny's Most Fabulous Holiday Ever! is the first he has both written and illustrated.
]]>Change and transitions are hard, but Say Goodbye...Say Hello demonstrates how, when one experience ends, it opens the door for another to begin. It follows two best friends as they say goodbye to snowmen, and hello to stomping in puddles. They say goodbye to long walks, butterflies, and the sun...and hello to long evening talks, fireflies, and the stars. But the hardest goodbye of all comes when one of the friends has to move away. Feeling alone isn't easy, and sometimes new beginnings take time. But even the hardest days come to an end, and you never know what tomorrow will bring.
'...delivers a powerful message about difficult goodbyes in a deft and moving manner. Sublime!' - Publishers Weekly
'Doerrfeld is carving a lovely niche with sweet, deeply attuned books for the littlest audience...wonderfully soft, jaunty illustrations convey the spark and vulnerability of the preschool years.' - New York Times Book Review
'This simple yet profound picture book about change and new beginnings ... Doerrfeld captures all the exuberance of play and easy friendship in her expressive illustrations. A little gem.'-Irish Independent
Teachers' notes available here
A person dealing with grief or depression often needs someone who will just sit quiet and listen.
InThe Rabbit Listenedwe know that Taylor has been through a very difficult time. And now he is surrounded by concerned friends who each tell him how he should feel and what he should do to start feeling better. But it is not until they have gone and a little rabbit comes and sits quietly by his side, that he begins to process his thoughts and start to think and feel on his own.
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'Brims with emotional honesty and profound empathy.'-Publishers Weekly, starred review
'Doerrfeld gives children a model for how to process difficult events and provide meaningful support to friends who need it. This appealing work is an excellent addition to any emotional-intelligence shelf.' -Kirkus Reviews, starred reviews
When Abigail can't concentrate in class, she gets bored and does naughty things!
Abigail is sent to the cooling down room. Then she has a music class. She can't make any of the instruments work! Just when things are about to go wrong again, the teacher discovers exactly what to do to engage this little girl, and Abigail ends up finding a special voice of her very own.
'A great book for children who get frustrated by the expectations of school life.' School Reading List
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]]>Join our Poetry Street party and get creative!
Do you like stringing words together to see what they look like and what they sound like?
Do you have rhythms dancing in your head as you drift through the day?
Do you rhyme all the time while your feet tap a beat?
If you answered YES to all or most of these questions then you're pretty much hooked on words.
Now together let's take a walk down Poetry Street!
]]>Mark Elvins lives in Yorkshire. He is a print-maker and award-winning illustrator.
]]>'Grandpa, tell me the story again of when we went to sea. That's a BIG story, One-Button.
How does it begin? It begins with the uprooting . . .'
And so Grandpa tells the story of how he and One-Button and their whole community were uprooted from their everyday lives, and how they all had to take to sea in different boats. Until one day everything changed, and they were able to return home and resume their previous lives...different, but the same.
]]>Viviane Schwarz has written and illustrated many picture books which have been translated and won awards including two shortlistings for the CILIP Kate Greenaway, winner of the 2016 Little Rebels Award and UK IBBY Honour List nominee in 2018.
]]>Wolf lived on a plinth in a tired old square on the edge of a vast and magnificent city. Taken for granted and pooped on by Pigeon, she longs to be admired and to find her place amongst the famous statues in the City Centre. One day she sets off on the bus to do just that, but she discovers that the city statues are mean and selfish.
Wolf soon realises that she misses home, and heads back to her old square only to find that her friends there have missed her just as much.
With warmth and humour, this delight of a debut picture book by author and illustrator Rachel Tilda Wolf explores the need to be appreciated and the importance of finding 'home'.
]]>Birds become pterodactyls, ripples in the water become crocodiles...they soon realise that the best adventures only happen on the long way home!
]]>Brian Fitzgerald is an Irish illustrator who studied at the National College of Art and Design in Dublin and won the Bologna Fair International Silent Book Competition in 2014.
]]>A picture book about making oneself heard, and taking care of our environment.
Whisper is a quiet dragon who notices everything. When he sees that his family's fires are damaging their forest neighbourhood, he knows he must persuade them to change their ways. But nobody will listen to him.
How will he get his message across?
It will take all Whisper's resourcefulness and courage, and some help from his friends, to save the mountainside in time.
]]>Johanna Louise Spyri (18271901) wrote more than 50 stories and books. But she is best known for Heidi, the story of an orphan who goes to live with her grandfather on the mountain.
Frances Eliza Hodgson Burnett (18491924) was a British novelist and playwright. She is best known for the three children's novels Little Lord Fauntleroy (published in 188586), A Little Princess (1905), and The Secret Garden (1911).
]]>In 1904, Peter Pan first flew across a London sky and into the bedroom of Wendy, John, and Michael Darling. Ever since, this perpetual youth has continued to delight children of all ages. Young readers will happily soar with him and his friends to enchanted Neverland, where they'll meet Tinkerbell, the Lost Boys, and Peter's famous nemesis, Captain Hook. It's a tale as ageless as its beloved hero.
]]>Whether he's tricking others into doing his work or running away with Huckleberry Finn, Tom Sawyer always manages to wiggle his way out of trouble. But when he accidentally witnesses a murder, Tom is suddenly faced with trouble that's well beyond fun mischief-making.
]]>Hans Christian Andersen's iconic fairy tales have been shared and treasured for generations. Readers across the world know his poignant tale "The Little Mermaid," whose title character chooses love above all, and "Thumbelina," about the very tiny girl who goes on a big adventure. Now, fifteen of his beloved stories, including "The Ugly Duckling," "The Emperor's New Clothes," and "The Snow Queen," are collected in this edition.
]]>Ladylike Meg, tomboy Jo, sensitive Beth, and charming Amy each March sister has her own dreams, struggles, and fears. The March sisters come to see that learning how to be a "little woman" is never simple, but it's much sweeter to do when they have their sisters by their sides.
]]>Dorothy and her little dog, Toto, are swept away from their home in Kansas by a powerful tornado and dropped into an enchanting new land called Oz. To get home, the Witch of the North tells Dorothy she must follow the yellow brick road to the Emerald City and ask the mysterious Wizard of Oz for help. Along the way, she meetsthe Scarecrow, the Tin Woodman, and the Cowardly Lion, and together they embark on a strange and magical adventure.
]]>**Shortlisted, ABIAs 2025, Small Publisher's Children's Book of the Year**
**Shortlisted, 2025 CBCA Book of the Year, Eve Pownall Award**
**Longlisted, ABDA Best Designed Children's Non-fiction Book 2025**
When it comes to flora, Australia is a land of diversity. From rainforests to deserts, mountains to the seashore, 90 per cent of our plant life is unique to this ancient land. Treasures like our wattles, eucalypts, grass trees and banksias are part of our heritage and identity and they still flourish here today, on the oldest landmass on Earth.
Flora celebrates and highlights these diverse and curious plants, looking into the history, quirks and uses of our native plants, and how vital they are for our unique ecosystems. Tania McCartney brings her trademark skill and style in both writing and illustration, using her substantial experience in children's literature to examine Australia's botanical riches to pick out engaging, informative and surprising facts to share with young readers.
The book includes spreads on the Gondwana Garden, Deadly Flora, Bush Food, Flora Ancestry and more. Meet the Tasmanian Mountain Ash, which is both the world's tallest flowering plant and the tallest hardwood tree, growing more than a metre each year...for up to 400 years! Share in a park ranger's discovery of a living Jurassic fossil deep in a secret sandstone canyon. Learn how to avoid the most painful plant on earth, the gympie gympie, whose fine little hairs inject a fiery venom that feels like acid and electrocution all at once!
The author introduces readers to hard science too, including information on plant classification, countless cool scientific facts and binomial names and scientific terms, with a handy glossary aimed at children at the back of the book.
]]>In this whimsical guide, Japanese illustrator and master doodler KAMO shows you how to draw the cutest sketches you've ever seen. And she makes drawing them so easy!
Start with a squiggle, a circle or a line, then add a few strokes and voila--your drawing is done! She includes hundreds of examples and shows you how to use them to decorate your sketchbook, journal, notebook, gift cards, school projects and many other items.
Draw interesting people from all walks of life, plus adorable pets and flowers
Discover how fun it is to draw cartoon-style animals, plants, people, food and more--everything your heart desires! It is all in this book...
]]>Have hours of fun learning to draw cute manga-style princesses by tracing the outlines provided, colouring them in, and then drawing them yourself on the practice pages. Take a princess quiz, cut out adorable cards and envelopes, learn princess spells and much more!
This exciting children's activity book features:
Young artists will enjoy developing their creative skills and letting their imaginations run free in this super cute princess world!
]]>Kids have boundless creativity! This delightful book shows kids ages 9-12 how to harness their creativity to create amazing works of art. It introduces them to the wonderful world of watercolours, coloured pencils, markers and pastels, and teaches them all the basic techniques needed to create beautiful works of art on their own!
The detailed lessons in this book have over 300 colour photos and are crafted by a team of art teachers to teach kids how to:
As they progress through the lessons, kids learn how to paint ten objects and scenes, like:
Doodling is cute, fun, and creative - the very essence of Kawaii culture!
Japanese illustrator Yuu is known for her super-cute style. Now you can draw like her, in four easy steps! Wide-eyed and smiling, these easy-to-create doodles transform everyday objects into supercute Kawaii illustrations.
With its step-by-step instructions and lots of craft & project ideas, Kawaii Doodles fuses two books into one:
Yuu rounds up the usual Kawaii suspects: silly, smiling popsicles and ice cream cones, funny-faced flowers and goofy, grinning kitty cats and teddy bears. How about your favorite animal? Baby chicks, pandas, penguins, octopus and ladybugs: any animal is a charmer when it undergoes a Kawaii transformation. Even your seasonal favorites get a Kawaii makeover here, from jack o'lanterns to Santa Claus, the holidays have suddenly gotten cuter!
These oh-so-sweet sketches can embellish your backpacks, notebooks, holiday cards, birthday party invitations, calendars and planners, decorations and stationery - whatever you want! With its wealth of ideas and simple-to-follow format, this all-in-one guide will make you a creative Kawaii doodler in no time.
Cute doodles and adorable drawings in four easy steps!
]]>Fold 40 different, cute paper animals in just a few easy steps! This all-in-one origami kit is the perfect way to introduce kids to the joys of paper folding. It includes colourful papers and instructions for 40 different animal models. Paper engineer Sam Ita has designed each of these adorable animals so they can be folded in 10 steps or less.
The charming models in this kit include:
Penelope the Panda: an easy yet cuddly 3-step model
Bert the Bunny: a friendly 4-step character with 3D ears
Louis the Ladybug: a colourful model which comes together like magic!
And 37 more!
This kit includes a double-sided folding sheet for each animal plus a full-colour book with step-by-step folding instructions!
]]>Amazing Origami Dinosaurs contains everything you need to fold 10 amazing origami dinosaur models twice! The colourful folding papers, clear instructions and realistic illustrations in this book bring these awesome creatures to life!
This book includes 32 highly realistic tear-out folding papers along with information on your favorite dinosaurs, including:
This book is recommended for those who have some experience with origami folding. Children under 14 will need the help of an adult to complete these intermediate level projects.
Land-dwellers, sea creatures and flyers-there are models here for every dinosaur lover to enjoy!
Kids will have great fun folding their very own cute origami models - from animals and sweet treats to vehicles and flowers.
All the models in this book are easy to fold using ordinary paper. The colourful paper characters and objects are adorable, and offer kids a chance to have fun away from screens while honing their fine motor skills. The versatile models look great displayed on a desk or bookshelf, but can also be used for interactive play.
Kids will learn to fold the following colourful paper characters and objects:
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11's lunar landing in a hands-on way with this kit. Kids can learn about the moon and what it takes to get there, as each model introduction provides information on astronomy, mythology or cosmology. Blend interest in the Universe with the fun of origami paper folding!
The breathtaking night sky fascinates children everywhere, inspiring an appreciation of science and astronomy, as well as science fiction stories, comics, cartoons and films. Many kids even dream of becoming an astronomer or astronaut when they grow up, which makes this unique kit a perfect gift.
The included large wall poster is packed with colourful graphics that relate interesting information about the Solar System, the Milky Way galaxy, and the Universe - the perfect way for kids to decorate their room or classroom while they deepen their knowledge of the cosmos. Each model introduction also provides information on astronomy, mythology, or cosmology.
This origami kit includes everything needed:
Mending With Kids shows you how to take torn, stained and outgrown kids' clothes and make them better than before using a variety of simple techniques that you can actually do with your kids. This book is filled with helpful tips and techniques for patching, collage (with felt and fabrics), iron-ons, stenciling, darning, embroidery, hand-painting, and much more!
Best of all, most of these techniques are easy enough for kids to join in and put their personal stamp on their clothes - which they absolutely love doing! And with your supervision, they'll pick up practical skills along the way.
In this book, you'll find practical ideas and advice on clothes-savers like:
Templates for patches and stencils are included (and kids can trace things you have at home, like puzzle pieces and other fun shapes to expand their creative options). You'll even find a couple of zipper repair techniques to try out before going the replacement route, as well as easy stitching and darning techniques.
You will love the chance to preserve and prolong your kids' wardrobe, and kids will love the chance to participate in saving the environment, exercising their creativity and having clothes that are special and unique (all while saving you some money!). It's a win-win-win collaboration - you, your kids, and this book.
]]>Adorable Pom Pom Animals shows you how to sculpt cuddly pets and mascots in different shapes and sizes-from miniature poodles, hamsters and bunnies small enough to wear on a brooch or bag-to larger bears, monkeys and parakeets big enough to fill the palm of your hand or hang in your car. The author even shows you how to make a few tasty treats and a flower or two!
This simple art of winding, tying, trimming and fluffing yarns and fabrics to form them into huggable shapes is a craft that provides fun and a sense of creativity for people of all ages.
Lessons, diagrams, and step-by-step instructions show you how to make:
Best of all, the designs and techniques in this book make it easy to come up with your own original designs-and you'll have the technical know-how to make them!
]]>Lessons on making and adding embellishments like pompoms, tassels and loops introduce kids to the wonderful world of yarn crafting. And once they learn the basics, they'll be able to try these techniques with other materials as well - ribbons, strips of fabric and other fibres.
With a wide range of projects, interests and skill levels throughout the book, crafty kids 5-12 will be making original knitted creations in no time!
]]>Calligraphy - the art of producing decorative handwriting or lettering with a pen or brush - has been around for thousands of years. In this fun children's book, readers will learn alongside with Mimi, an eight year old, who takes her first steps towards learning this magical art.
Young artists will learn about: