Celebrating the arrival of Mr Squiggle and his Friends, Rocket, Bill Steamshovel, Gus the Snail and Blackboard to their new home at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, NMA Press has republished Mr Squiggle and the Preposterous Purple Crocodile: a charming story about inviting friends over for "ice cream, cakes and jellies" (AKA afternoon tea) and an uninvited guest trying to derail the party.
In April 2024 the National Museum of Australia acquired more than 800 objects from Mr Squiggle creator Norman Hetherington's extensive archive of puppets, props and scripts, including the beloved children's television character Mr Squiggle.
Working directly from Norman Hetherington's' stunning original watercolour illustrations, NMA Press has faithfully republished the story in a new edition with an afterword by Norman and Margaret's daughter Rebecca Hetherington, who stared alongside the Man from the Moon in 190 episodes on ABC TV.
Thirty years on from its first release the story has retained all its whimsical creativity and fun, ready to enchant a new generation of Australian children.
]]>Margaret Hetherington was an actor, author and scriptwriter for Mr Squiggle and Friends on ABC TV. She was the author of three books for children: Mr Squiggle and the Great Moon Robbery (1980), Mr Squiggle and the Preposterous Purple Crocodile (1991), and Mr Squiggle to the Rescue (1998).
]]>Celebrating the arrival of Mr Squiggle and his Friends, Rocket, Bill Steamshovel, Gus the Snail and Blackboard to their new home at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, NMA Press has republished Norman Hetherington's fabulous original Mr Squiggle Activity Books. Featuring all the characters from one of Australia's longest running children's television shows, the draw-along books are back in print from the analogue era when colouring-in and pen-to-paper activities were among the favourite pastimes of all kids.
In 2024 the Museum acquired more than 800 objects from Mr Squiggle creator Norman Hetherington's extensive archive of puppets, props and scripts, including the beloved children's television character Mr Squiggle.
Working directly from the original illustrations, NMA Press has faithfully republished the activity book's new editions with an afterword by Norman and Margaret's daughter Rebecca Hetherington, who stared alongside Mr Squiggle in 190 episodes on ABC TV. The activity books are ready to enchant a new generation of Australian children.
]]>Celebrating the arrival of Mr Squiggle and his Friends, Rocket, Bill Steamshovel, Gus the Snail and Blackboard to their new home at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, NMA Press has republished Norman Hetherington's fabulous original Mr Squiggle Activity Books. Featuring all the characters from one of Australia's longest running children's television shows, the draw-along books are back in print from the analogue era when colouring-in and pen-to-paper activities were among the favourite pastimes of all kids.
In 2024 the Museum acquired more than 800 objects from Mr Squiggle creator Norman Hetherington's extensive archive of puppets, props and scripts, including the beloved children's television character Mr Squiggle.
Working directly from the original illustrations, NMA Press has faithfully republished the activity book's new editions with an afterword by Norman and Margaret's daughter Rebecca Hetherington, who stared alongside Mr Squiggle in 190 episodes on ABC TV. The activity books are ready to enchant a new generation of Australian children.
]]>Celebrating the arrival of Mr Squiggle and his Friends, Rocket, Bill Steamshovel, Gus the Snail and Blackboard to their new home at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, NMA Press has republished Norman Hetherington's fabulous original Mr Squiggle Activity Books. Featuring all the characters from one of Australia's longest running children's television shows, the draw-along books are back in print from the analogue era when colouring-in and pen-to-paper activities were among the favourite pastimes of all kids.
In 2024 the Museum acquired more than 800 objects from Mr Squiggle creator Norman Hetherington's extensive archive of puppets, props and scripts, including the beloved children's television character Mr Squiggle.
Working directly from the original illustrations, NMA Press has faithfully republished the activity book's new editions with an afterword by Norman and Margaret's daughter Rebecca Hetherington, who stared alongside Mr Squiggle in 190 episodes on ABC TV. The activity books are ready to enchant a new generation of Australian children.
]]>Celebrating the arrival of Mr Squiggle and his Friends, Rocket, Bill Steamshovel, Gus the Snail and Blackboard to their new home at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra, NMA Press has republished Norman Hetherington's fabulous original Mr Squiggle Activity Books. Featuring all the characters from one of Australia's longest running children's television shows, the draw-along books are back in print from the analogue era when colouring-in and pen-to-paper activities were among the favourite pastimes of all kids.
In 2024 the Museum acquired more than 800 objects from Mr Squiggle creator Norman Hetherington's extensive archive of puppets, props and scripts, including the beloved children's television character Mr Squiggle.
Working directly from the original illustrations, NMA Press has faithfully republished the activity book's new editions with an afterword by Norman and Margaret's daughter Rebecca Hetherington, who stared alongside Mr Squiggle in 190 episodes on ABC TV. The activity books are ready to enchant a new generation of Australian children.
]]>When deadly bushfires sweep through the forest, Bear and his team must act fast. Will Bear be able to find and help save the wild koalas? Follow the true story of Bear as he finds his purpose for important conservation work.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
]]>Nic Gill loves to share stories about nature, humans and other animals. After meeting Romane and her dogs, she was so impressed that she became a conservation dog handler herself, and now works with her detection dogs in the Tasmanian wilds.
Sylvia Morris is an illustrator and science enthusiast. She loves illustrating picture books because it combines two of her favourite activities: reading and problem solving.
]]>This non-fiction picture book brings to life the fascinating but little-known story of Jessie Hickman (18901936), Australia's so-called 'Lady Bushranger'.
A women who lived outside the norms of her time, Jessie was a brave and formidable woman, with a life full of adventure, action and danger. At the age of 8, she joined a travelling bush circus, learning to perform as a whip cracker, sharpshooter and rough rider. She would perform dangerous feats, like tightrope walking or handstands on bare-backed ponies. When the circus closed, became an outlaw and cattle rustler, famous for her daring escapes.
The endmatter includes information on travelling circuses in Australia, bushrangers and buckjumping, as well as a timeline of Jessie's life and accomplishments accompanied by historic images.
This lavishly illustrated picture book immerses the reader in the wilderness of what is now the Wollemi National Park as Jessie's life unfolds with every turn of the page.
]]>Frane Lessac is an author and illustrator of over 50 books in the UK, US and Australia. She has won numerous awards, including the Muriel Barwell Award for Distinguished Service to Children's Literature in 2010.
Mark and Frane frequently collaborate to produce wonderful stories, such as Simpson and His Donkey and Midnight the Story of a Light Horse and the Our Country series. Their award-winning books tackling Australian bushranger legends include Ned Kelly and the Green Sash and The Legend of Moondyne Joe. Their latest collaboration is The Legend of Jessie Hickman.
]]>It's time to go on an egg hunt. But not a chocolate egg hunt, or a chicken egg hunt we're going on a shark egg case hunt! Some sharks and their close relatives lay eggs, which are protected in egg cases that come in lots of shapes and sizes. Once a baby shark has wriggled out, these egg cases wash up on beaches around the world just waiting to be found. Join our citizen scientists as they enjoy a day at the beach and discover some weird and wonderful shark egg cases. You may even be inspired to become an egg case hunter yourself!
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 59.
'This book showcases the fantastic diversity of egg-laying sharks, skates and chimaeras around the world demonstrating that you really can go on a Great Eggcase Hunt wherever you are!' Cat Gordon, Senior Conservation Officer, The Shark Trust
]]>Sylvia Morris is an illustrator and science enthusiast. She loves illustrating picture books because it combines two of her favourite activities: reading and problem solving.
]]>From the multi-award-winning creators of Little Puggle's Song and Little Puggle's Christmas comes a dazzling and uplifting tale about never giving up, belonging and the magic of dance.
]]>Helene Magisson is a critically acclaimed French-Australian illustrator of many books for children. Before Helene turned to book illustration, she was a painting restorer in Paris, where she was also trained in the art of medieval illumination. Helene's children's books are widely known and loved across the world. Her timeless style lends itself beautifully to classics, such as The Velveteen Rabbit (New Frontier, 2021), and also universal contemporary stories, such as Before You Were Born written by Katrina Germein (Harper Collins, 2020). Helene is frequently recognised by the Children's Book Council of Australia she was awarded the CBCA 2020 Notable Picture Book of the Year Award for Little Puggle's Song, written by Vikki Conley. Helene can be contacted on Instagram @helenemagisson and Facebook @Helene Magisson Artist
]]>Age range 3 to 6
A lonely echidna searches for his voice. Every time Puggle tires to make sound nothing comes out. Can Puggle find his voice and join his friends in the bush choir?
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'...Stand out illustrations with beautiful colour and light create a dreamy Australian setting, and an instant connection with Little Puggle's character. Vikki Conley's captivating story-telling and Helene Magisson's pictures flow and lift each other to make a wholesome and stunning book with a cover so delightful that it warmed my heart before I even opened it.' - Kids' Book Review
]]>Helene Magisson started her artistic career as a painting restorer in Paris, where she was also trained in the art of medieval illumination. Helene has lived in Africa, France and India but has now settled down in Australia with her family. Her travels both inspire and enrich her work. In 2013, she started a new career in children's books illustration. Since then, she has illustrated several books, including classics like The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Bianco and more contemporary stories like Slowly! Slowly! by TM Clark, CBCA 2018 Notable Picture Book of the Year.
]]>Christmas in the Australian bush is Puggle's favourite time of year. All the animals return to decorate the oldest tree, and to prepare for the big day. Every year, Puggle tries to help. But even though Puggle tries hardest, none of the special Christmas jobs seem to suit him.
In despair, Puggle waddles off to his special place where he makes a Christmas wish on the first shooting star...but is it actually a shooting star? And what is stuck in the billabong?
Can Puggle save Christmas and make his Christmas wish come true?
]]>Helene Magisson started her artistic career as a painting restorer in Paris, where she was also trained in the art of medieval illumination. Helene has lived in Africa, France and India but has now settled down in Australia with her family. Her travels both inspire and enrich her work. In 2013, she started a new career in children's books illustration. Since then, she has illustrated several books, including classics like The Velveteen Rabbit by Margery Williams Bianco and more contemporary stories like Slowly! Slowly! by TM Clark, CBCA 2018 Notable Picture Book of the Year.
]]>But when disaster strikes, Trim must find courage and hope will he ever see his beloved captain again?
]]>Paul Lalo was born in France and, in 2004, arrived in Australia to study animation at the Queensland College of Art. Paul has worked as a director, animator and motion designer for TV commercials, music videos and documentaries. Paul is co-founder of Melbourne-based animation boutique Soymilk Studio which specialises in stop-motion and motion design.
]]>Lina's father had suggested she go 'someplace different' for the summer, and she's beginning to wish she hadn't listened. She could be at her grandma's house in Nagano now, instead of trudging through a forest in search of a town that might not even exist. But when a gust of wind carries off her umbrella, it leads Lina down a secret path between the trees to a strange and incredible world. In the hidden village of Misty Valley, centaurs roam the cobblestone streets and gnomes visit shops stuffed with spellbooks and enchanted desserts. All magic has a dark side, though, and sometimes even sorcerers need a human's helping hand.
Now, fifty years after its debut and decades of blockbuster success in Japan, Sachiko Kashiwaba's acclaimed novel is available in English and certain to delight readers of all ages.
'Kashiwaba's novel is indeed transporting...Pick up this book and be spirited away.' Gregory Maguire, The New York Times
]]>Avery Fischer Udagawa grew up in Kansas and studied English and Asian Studies at St. Olaf College in Minnesota. She holds an MA in advanced Japanese studies from the University of Sheffield. She has studied at Nanzan University, Nagoya, on a Fulbright fellowship, and at the Inter-University Center for Japanese Language Studies, Yokohama. She writes, translates and works in international education near Bangkok, where she lives with her bicultural family.
Miho Satake is a Japanese artist and illustrator. She is best known for illustrating the Japanese editions of several classic children's books including Howl's Moving Castle by Diana Wynne Jones, three books in the Kiki's Delivery Service series by Eiko Kadono, and the twentieth-anniversary edition of the Harry Potter series. In addition to illustrating classic children's literature, her work spans a wide range of genres, including fantasy and realism.
]]>A 2024 USBBY Outstanding International Book
One of Kirkus Reviews' 10 Essential Middle-Grade Books for Fall 2023 - Starred Review
One of Kirkus Reviews' Best Middle-Grade Family Stories of 2023
A 2023 Cybils Awards Finalist for Speculative Middle Grade Fiction
From the author and translator of the Batchelder Award-winning novel Temple Alley Summer comes the moving story of three generations of women adapting to their new home, and its mythical inhabitants, in the tragic aftermath of the 2011 Thoku earthquake disaster.
In the wake of a devastating earthquake and tsunami, Yui, fleeing her violent husband, and Hiyori, a young orphan, are taken in by a strange but kind old lady named Kiwa in the small town of Kitsunezaki. The newly formed family finds refuge in a mayoiga, a lost house, perched atop a beautiful cape overlooking the sea. While helping to rebuild Kitsunezaki, the three adapt to their new lives and supernatural new home, slowly healing from their troubled pasts. Kiwa regales Yui and Hiyori with local legends-from the shapeshifting fox-woman who used to roam the mountains, to the demon Agame and a sea snake who once terrorized the townspeople, preying upon their grief and fears until they trapped the snake and the demon's claws in an underwater cave.
But when mysterious and sinister events start happening around town, the three fear the worst. Did the earthquake release Agame and the sea snake into the world again? Kiwa, Yui, and Hiyori join forces with a merry band of kappa river spirits, a bold zashiki warashi house spirit, and flying Jiz guardian statues to save their new family and home and banish Agame and the snake once and for all. Now a hit anime film, The House of the Lost on the Cape is a heartwarming tale about the strength of family and friendship in the face of natural and mythical forces.
]]>Yukiko Saito is a graphic designer and illustrator originally from Aomori, Japan. She studied textile arts in the fine arts and crafts teacher training program within the Faculty of Education, Iwate University. She lives in Iwate Prefecture.
Avery Fischer Udagawa grew up in Kansas and studied English and Asian Studies at St. Olaf College in Minnesota. She holds an MA in advanced Japanese studies from the University of Sheffield. She has studied at Nanzan University, Nagoya, on a Fulbright fellowship, and at the Inter-University Center for Japanese Language Studies, Yokohama. She writes, translates and works in international education near Bangkok, where she lives with her bicultural family.
]]>Kazu knows something odd is going on when he sees a girl in a white kimono sneak out of his house in the middle of the night was he dreaming? Did he see a ghost? Things get even stranger when he shows up to school the next day to see the very same figure sitting in his classroom. No one else thinks it's weird, and, even though Kazu doesn't remember ever seeing her before, they all seem convinced that the ghost-girl Akari has been their friend for years!
When Kazu's summer project to learn about Kimyo Temple draws the meddling attention of his mysterious neighbour Ms. Minakami and his secretive new classmate Akari, Kazu soon learns that not everything is as it seems in his hometown. Kazu discovers that Kimyo Temple is linked to a long forgotten legend about bringing the dead to life, which could explain Akari's sudden appearance is she a zombie or a ghost? Kazu and Akari join forces to find and protect the source of the temple's power. An unfinished story in a magazine from Akari's youth might just hold the key to keeping Akari in the world of the living, and it's up to them to find the story's ending and solve the mystery as the adults around them conspire to stop them from finding the truth.
'This imaginative tale, enchantingly written and charmingly illustrated by veteran Japanese creators for young people, has a timeless feel. Its captivating blend of humor and mystery is undergirded with real substance that will provoke deeper contemplation. Udagawa's translation naturally and seamlessly renders the text completely accessible to non-Japanese readers. An instant classic filled with supernatural intrigue and real-world friendship.' Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review
'This charming story is both a layered, profound reflection on living life with purpose and a funny, suspenseful book with all the hallmarks of classic middle-grade literature.' Lauren Simeon, Kirkus Reviews
]]>Miho Satake is a Japanese artist and illustrator. She is best known for illustrating the classic fantasy novel Howl's Moving Castle by Dianna Wynne Jones, three books in the Kiki's Delivery Service series by Eiko Kadono, and also illustrated the twentieth anniversary Japanese editions of the Harry Potter series.
Avery Fischer Udagawa grew up in Kansas and studied English and Asian Studies at St. Olaf College in Minnesota. She holds an M.A. in Advanced Japanese Studies from The University of Sheffield. She has studied at Nanzan University, Nagoya, on a Fulbright Fellowship, and at the Inter-University Center for Japanese Language Studies, Yokohama. She writes, translates, and works in international education near Bangkok, where she lives with her bicultural family.
]]>Before you lift the cover, be sure you're ready to meet Zrk and Blrg. They're not so different from you but to them, you're the alien!
After their initial shock at seeing you through the portal, they're eager to see what kind of teeth you have, compare home planets, and maybe team up for a prank. You met as aliens, but by the time the portal closes, maybe you'll be friends.
]]>On a hot summer's day, deep in the Australian bush, two cicada nymphs hatch and embark on an adventure of survival, friendship, and resilience. After burrowing underground to escape a hungry wasp, the pair reemerge after seven years to find that more danger awaits. Can the two friends overcome the challenges they face, through the power of loyalty and support, and finally find a safe place to call home? This is a journey filled with suspense, heart-warming adventure, and beautifully designed illustrations that also teaches children the life cycle of this wonderous insect.
]]>Katherine Smith is an illustrator, designer, and artist based in Sydney, Australia. Originally trained in design, she later studied fine art, which naturally led her to illustration as a convergence of both disciplines. She earned a Master's Degree in Illustration from the Savannah College of Art and Design, and her artworks are sold internationally. In her spare time, Katherine enjoys swimming, free-diving, and scuba diving.
]]>Inspired by the true story of a nineteenth century feminist.
Seabird follows Kartini's early teen years as a young noble girl. Confined to the family home in preparation for an arranged marriage, Kartini's desire for freedom ignites as she fights to have a say in the decisions that shape her life. In late nineteenth century Indonesia then known as the Dutch East Indies a Javanese girl from a noble family is confined to her home before her thirteenth birthday, where she must remain until she is married. Removed from school and the outside world, Kartini writes to her former Dutch schoolmate, Lesty, who has returned to the Netherlands. With Lesty's support Kartini begins to challenge the role expected of her, and that of girls and women in her community. Determined to gain her freedom, Kartini bravely battles prejudice and tradition stirring change for her family, and for her country. Governor General's Award finalist Michelle Kadarusman shows us that no matter how powerless you feel, your voice can have great impact. By virtue of writing down your dreams and ideas, you can inspire generations to come was Kartini continues to do through Kartini Day in Indonesia.
]]>Age range 5 to 8
Two wombats, two wallabies, a koala, and a tiger snake humorously squeeze into one burrow-and reveal important truths about environmental disasters and the importance of welcoming refugees.
When afire sweeps through the Australian bush, wombats Dig and Scratch are glad to have a cool, damp burrow to keep them safe. But Dig notices that other animals are not so lucky. When Dig invites a wallaby mother and her joey to shelter with them, Scratch grumbles. When Dig beckons to a koala, Scratch complains. And when Dig welcomes in a tiger snake, Scratch is fit to be tied - but Dig is sure there's always room for more. And when the rains come to douse the fire and bring a new threat of flooding, a crowd of creatures may turn out to be just what the wombats need.
Inspired y stories of animals sheltering in wombat burrows when her homeland ofAustralia experienced devastating fires, award-winning author Michelle Kadarusman gets young readers up close and personal with Australian wildlife.Illustrator Maggie Zeng brings the creatures to life with a generous dose of personality as they squeeze together in the burrow and work together above ground. Extensive back matter includes information about wildfires, a glossary of animals, and age-appropriate context about environmental disasters and the work that is being done - including a renewal of Indigenous land practices - to prevent them.
'A sweet and simple cautionary tale, with a tip of the cap to the spirit of altruism.' - Kirkus Reviews
'The messaging around welcoming refugees is subtle but also important... With adorable characters, important themes, and lovely illustrations, this is a cute picture book that children will enjoy.' - YA Books Central
'Room for More can supplement a unit about inclusiveness and friendship and is a good read-aloud. Recommended' - CM Magazine
"Room for More is a nice picture book about kindness and helping others and it introduces young (and old) readers to some of the fascinating animals who live in Australia.' - Simcoe.com
'In her dedication, Kadarusman thanks those 'who open their hearts, homes, and borders to those in need,'which is a pretty powerful statement...The book is super cute both the story and the illustrations and I love how, in the end, Scratch feels good about helping others in needs.' - Book Time
]]>Maggie Zeng is a children's book illustrator, graphic designer, concept artist, and animator. Born in Montreal, she attends Concordia University and previously received the Outstanding Achievement Award in Applied Arts Technologies at Dawson College. Maggie loves making story-driven illustrations that convey a feeling of adventure and wonder through fun characters and magical environments. Her first picture book is This is the Boat That Ben Built.
]]>Michelle Kadarusman grew up in Melbourne, Australia, and has also lived in Indonesia and Canada. Her 2019 middle-grade novel Girl of the Southern Sea was a finalist for the Governor General's Literary Award and a Junior Library Guild selection. Her previous novel The Theory of Hummingbirds was a finalist for the Forest of Reading Silver Birch Award, the MYRCA Sundogs Award, and the SYRCA Diamond Willow Award. Michelle lives in Toronto, Canada, and is looking forward to soon spending more time in Australia.
]]>But life at the family's remote camp in the Tasmanian rainforest is intriguing, to say the least. There are pig-footed bandicoots, scary spiders, weird noises and odours in the night, and a quirky boy named Colin who cooks the most amazing meals. Not the least strange is her Uncle Ruff, with his unusual pet and veiled hints about something named Convict Rock.
Finally, Louisa learns the truth: Convict Rock is a sanctuary established by her great-grandmother Eleanor a sanctuary for Tasmanian tigers, Australia's huge marsupials that were famously hunted into extinction almost a hundred years ago. Or so the world believes. Hidden in the rainforest at Convict Rock, one tiger remains. But now the sanctuary is threatened by a mining operation, and the last Tasmanian tiger must be lured deeper into the forest. The problem is, not since her great-grandmother has a member of the family been able to earn the shy tigers' trust.
As the summer progresses, Louisa forges unexpected connections with Colin, with the forest, and through Eleanor's journal with her great-grandmother. She begins to suspect the key to saving the tiger is her very own music. But will her plan work? Or will the enigmatic Tasmanian tiger disappear once again, this time forever?
A moving coming-of-age story wrapped up in the moss, leaves, and blue gums of the Tasmanian rainforest where, hidden under giant ferns, crouches its most beloved, and lost, creature.
]]>Written in response to 'Tam o' Shanter' the famous Scottish poem by Robert Burns and inspired by the author's own experiences of that same poem, Simon Lamb's new book is a highly original and moving work incorporating an introduction to the classic verse, a full-length modern-day reimagining, and commentary in the form of an extensive author's note, with bold and energetic illustrations.
]]>Ross MacRae is a Scottish muralist and first time book illustrator whose large-scale work can be found across Scotland. He works on community projects with young people
]]>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, courage, diversity 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 just south of Melbourne. She loves to create illustrations to bring stories to life and has enjoyed creating more than 20 picture books over the past 12 years.
]]>Ariana is excited to hear there is a new kid in town. She can't wait to show him around the Treasure Chest. Can Ariana use the treasures from the thrift shop to help make a new friend and find her missing book?
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.
]]>Jacqueline regularly contributes to a variety of online platforms and has appeared at several literary events, including the Canberra Writers Festival, the Goulburn Reader Writer Festival, and the NSW Kids & YA Festival. Jacqueline endeavours to encourage her readers to learn more about the world, supporting an empathetic and inclusive community. She holds a Masters in International Development and works in international affairs. Jacqueline is also committed to assisting aspiring creatives on their creative journey.
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.
]]>Come and find the secret ingredient. Ariana is excited for the food truck competition. Her friends, Hunter and Jake, are confident their family will win the big prize. All they need is a standout dish and thanks to the Treasure Chest they think they have it.
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.
]]>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.
]]>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, courage, diversity 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.
]]>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, courage, diversity 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.
]]>Who will sing with me now?
When twelve-year-old Garlan and his mute brother Cadell are forced to run from their abusive guardians, they plan to find the land beyond their own, a place where they're allowed to sing, unlike the laws that banish all forms of music in their home in Elatha.
They begin a dangerous journey to cross the great wall at the kingdom's border. Pursued by the King's Guard and facing untold dangers, can they find this magical place or will it separate them forever?
]]>Has befriending Edie changed the course of Australia's history? Who does this strange time-travelling bed really belong to? And what will happen when the rightful owner discovers Harper using it?
Harper is thrown into a world of time-travelling spies as she risks her life to find a missing girl before time runs out.
]]>Harper Wells: Renegade Timeline Officer is the first story in the Wollemi Trilogy and Bethany's debut book. Find her at www.bethanyloveridge.com or hanging with the animals at Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary.
]]>Issues and themes flowing through Flip are timely and relevant, including the current housing crisis, bullying, loss and grief, finding yourself and a sense of belonging, friendship and family dynamics, starting over in a new town and school, and the impacts of cancer and dementia.
Denim Davies wishes he could flip his life, just like the vintage items and clothing he finds at garage sales and thrift stores and sells online. With the worsening housing crisis, Denim and his dad have spent a year moving from town to town in search of sustainable work and a home they can call their own. Every move means starting over in a new school. Denim feels he's drifting through life without an anchor.
When Denim and his dad arrive in the coastal town of Driftwood Heights, Denim knows things are only going to get worse. The only accommodation is in the caravan park, he's just started Year 10, and in this small town where everyone knows each other, he feels more of a misfit than ever. Besides, what's the point of getting close to anyone if you're just going to move away again?
When Denim befriends Mina, a quirky girl with a carefree attitude, Driftwood Heights starts to look a little brighter. But then a vintage find that seems too good to be true goes horribly wrong, and he has a tough decision to make one that could ruin his friendship forever. What do you do when flipping your life has too high a price?
]]>Expelled from three schools, Joey is sent to the country to live with his aunt. She asks him to help an old man recovering from an accident, and now he has a choice. It sounds like a crazy idea, but he chooses to help. What else is there to do, a million miles from anywhere?
But when Joey meets Harry, he finds in him a friend even if he's eighty-five. Maybe life when people trust you might be a good thing.
As Joey's desire for acceptance grows, break-ins threaten the community and Joey's past starts to catch up with him. How can Joey turn his life around when his mistakes follow him everywhere he goes? And will he be there for Harry when he needs him?
]]>With captivating illustrations, Juniper's Painting helps children patiently navigate disappointment, embrace their creativity, and find enjoyment in the present.
]]>Jennifer Horn is a Brisbane-based illustrator and children's writer. Her fairytale debut picture book The Precious Plum was shortlisted for the 2022 Little Pink Dog's Authorstrator Prize. She illustrated the real-life-inspired picture book The Boy From The Sea and an entry in the anthology, Our Australian HeART. With a background in architecture and film, Jen draws on her experiences to create whimsical illustrations. She is a pen-and-paper sketcher, and brings the line drawings into Photoshop to colour and polish. Jen has a black cat too! She tried to coerce him to model for more of the sketches, but he's too self-conscious.
]]>The girls uncover even more surprises when a naughty froglet stows away in Matilda's jacket and escapes. Now there's a mystery to solve and a frog to find!
Can the girls figure it out and set things right again?
]]>Tamlyn Teow migrated to Australia from Singapore at 13 and went on to study a double degree in Commerce and Economics. In 2013, she left a corporate job in institutional banking to pursue her passion in learning how stories are told through art. Tamlyn strives to be a part of a team that focuses on important values and morals work that gives hope in challenging times, sparks curiosity and brings individuals together by opening their eyes to truth and meaning. In 2017, she completed a Masters in Production Design at Victorian College of the Arts. Since then, Tamlyn has worked in the art department for various films and TV productions in Sydney. Other notable works include co-designing and art, finishing the David Jones Christmas Windows for MacGyver Models as well as freelance commissions for illustration and sculpture.
]]>Ray is devastated when he hears sirens coming from the worksite. He races there to find that the bridge has fallen, taking several workers with it. Is his dad one of them? What else can he do?
]]>Becca has been online influencer since she helped make promotional baking videos for her mom's patisserie as a toddler. Now at fifteen, cutting online comments remind Becca she is no longer the cute flour-covered kid her followers first subscribed to. Her business-driven manager fuels Becca's self-doubt by pressuring her to rebrand to a health and weight-conscious influencer. Becca vents her frustration in her poetry journal, questioning if the online life is worth sacrificing real friendships.
A teacher encourages Becca to sign up to the online writing community Poet's Portal and there she meets @notmylife, another poster feeling trapped by family expectations. Becca and @notmylife confide in each other without giving away their identities and Becca feels like she has finally met someone who really understands her. When the two win a writing contest with their verse story 'Your dream not mine,' they receive entry to a writing workshop.
Becca and @notmylife agree to meet in person before the workshop. But Becca's manager has booked her for a TV show on the same day as the workshop. Becca is torn as her influencer work supports her whole family. Now, she has to decide between the online life that's never been her dream and the real-world connection she so desperately craves.
With teens increasingly aspiring to become online influencers, Like, Comment, Subscribe? aims to show the less glamorous side of the influencing lifestyle, particularly when the decision to be thrust in front of the camera is not made by themselves.
]]>Kat is the author of YA novels Can't Beat the Chemistry and Remind Me Why I'm Here under the pen name Kat Colmer. Whether through her fiction or her efforts to foster a love of literature in her students, Kat is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of Book Dragons, Story Chasers, Library Lions and Word Wizards.
]]>Thomas Gilbert is a graphic artist and illustrator, based in Warwickshire, England. Working primarily in the field of poster illustration, he has a passion for modernising vintage styles through a combination of traditional and digital media. A lifelong car enthusiast, Thomas has a background in car design. He graduated with a Masters Degree from Coventry University in 2011, and has since enjoyed creating several high profile cars for iconic British marques.
]]>It takes them on the adventure of a lifetime, over the sea, through the sky and into the clutches of some very villainous gangsters! This prestige hardback edition features the classic cover and iconic illustrations by John Burningham.
]]>John Burningham was an award-winning artist and illustrator. Born in 1936, he worked in multiple mediums painting, illustration, collage and sculpture. He was known especially for the wit and humour in his storytelling and artwork and was hugely admired amongst his contemporaries. His critically acclaimed picture books are loved all over the world.
]]>Will Meek and Squeak solve the baffling Barking Bake Off mystery in time or is the show a recipe for disaster?
PAWPRINT PRODUCTIONS is a hilarious brand new series by award-winning author, Jenny Moore. PAWPRINT PRODUCTIONS studios are home to all sorts of exciting animal TV shows, but sometimes the stories behind the shows are even more exciting...
]]>Berta Maluenda is a Spanish illustrator living in her hometown, Zaragoza. She has a degree in Fine Arts and a Master's in Drawing and Videocreation from the University of Granada. She also obtained a postgraduate degree in Children's Illustration in Barcelona. She has worked in various fields of visual arts, including animation for music videos, archaeological drawing in Egypt, mural painting, and numerous editorial projects, mainly for children and young audiences. She loves live music, listening to the radio, travelling and reading, and is inspired by people around her, art, tea and animals. Berta can be contacted on Instagram @bertamaluenda_ilustracion
]]>Wheeeeeee!! Whoomp! SPLAT!!!
Meek and Squeak are hot on Hoodlum's tail but can they stop the gangster koala's reign of terror before calamity strikes?
Pawprint Productions is a hilarious brand new series by award-winning author, Jenny Moore. Pawprint Productions studios are home to all sorts of exciting animal TV shows, but sometimes the stories behind the shows are even more exciting...
]]>Berta is a Spanish illustrator living in her hometown, Zaragoza. She has a degree in Fine Arts and a Master's in Drawing and Video creation from the University of Granada. She also obtained a postgraduate degree in Children's Illustration in Barcelona. She has worked in various fields of visual arts, including animation for music videos, archaeological drawing in Egypt, mural painting, and numerous editorial projects, mainly for children and young audiences. She loves live music, listening to the radio, travelling and reading, and is inspired by people around her, art, tea and animals.
Berta can be contacted on Instagram @bertamaluenda_ilustracion
]]>The second enchanting book in the series with favourites Flora & Fern as they go on adventures and discover kindness along the way.
]]>Denise Hughes studied Fine Art at Winchester School of Art. Soon after graduating, she began her career in illustration. Her work is character driven and combines both digital and traditional drawing methods. Denise loves to illustrate full-colour picture books and board books. A perfect project would be one that includes playful characters and lots of hand-drawn patterns and textures. Denise has worked with worldwide publishing companies, including Penguin Random House, Little Tiger Press, New Frontier, Hachette, Scholastic, Bloomsbury and Zonderkidz. Denise works from her shared studio in Hampshire and can be contacted on Instagram @denisehughesdesign
]]>A magical story with favourites Flora & Fern as they discover the true meaning of wonder and friendship.
]]>Denise Hughes studied Fine Art at Winchester School of Art. Soon after graduating, she began her career in illustration. Her work is character driven and combines both digital and traditional drawing methods. Denise loves to illustrate full-colour picture books and board books. A perfect project would be one that includes playful characters and lots of hand-drawn patterns and textures. Denise has worked with worldwide publishing companies, including Penguin Random House, Little Tiger Press, New Frontier, Hachette, Scholastic, Bloomsbury and Zonderkidz. Denise works from her shared studio in Hampshire and can be contacted on Instagram @denisehughesdesign
]]>A young girl observes her surroundings and discovers the many objects that float around her.
Look Up, It Floats celebrates the innocent wonder of discovery as a young girl called Milly observes the world and objects that float. From clouds and birds to kites and bubbles, Milly learns how air lifts and carries them all. With rhythmic text and delightful illustrations, this story invites readers to look up and explore the beauty of the sky. The perfect story for all curious minds, with charming and gentle illustrations that bring an understanding of science.
]]>Alice Jago is a self-taught children's illustrator, who lives in Cornwall, England. She spent her childhood writing stories and drawing characters and rediscovered her love of picture books after having children of her own.
]]>A sticky toffee causes chaos around the house while creating a new outfit.
Toffee Puddle, a loveable but yucky character, gets into all kinds of mischief at home. While the family is out, he rolls around the house with his sticky toffee body getting stuck on all kinds of objects. From a tube of toothpaste to a kitty litter tray, nothing is too gross as he creates a fabulous new outfit! But what will the family think when they return? Toffee Puddle is a hilarious and energetic story in fast-paced rhyme, with simple and appealing illustrations.
]]>Hannah Hellyer is a mother of two young children and the co-host, producer, and founder of the award-winning parenting podcast - Baby Brain Podcast, where she interviews parenting specialists for a dedicated weekly audience of thousands. Hannah is also the founder, writer, and producer of the Nana Hannah Bedtime Stories podcast, a best children's podcast finalist at the 2024 Australian Podcast Awards. The episodes contain soothing stories written and narrated by Hannah, with music and sounds to help children sleep.
Miles Hellyer is a father of two young children. He is the Founder and Creative Director of Chalk Company, a design and animation studio based in Sydney, Australia. Over the past ten years, Miles has been designing, illustrating, and animating a range of creative projects for clients such as the Art Gallery of NSW, NSW Department of Education, and the Museum of Contemporary Art.
]]>Plunge into the vibrant and mysterious science of the ocean with this beautifully illustrated encyclopedia for young explorers! Journey through the Pacific, Atlantic, Arctic, and Indian Oceans, uncovering the amazing secrets of undersea life. From the science behind shark teeth to the playful behavior of clownfish, kids will discover a world of fascinating facts and breathtaking visuals, making learning about marine life an exciting deep-sea dive!
For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiousity 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 Tuma is a Czech freelance illustrator, photographer, and programmer. He has authored many educational adventure books for children, where he popularises modern technologies. He studied English and Art Education and enjoys walking in the woods. He currently resides in the Czech Republic.
]]>Learn how to classify various birds from big-sized illustrations!
We all know that there are many birds up in the sky, but did you know that there is a similarly vast number down here on the ground? The bird kingdom is weird, wonderful, vivid, and fascinating. This encyclopedia will introduce you to over a hundred of the world's best-known birds, and it will give you a clear idea how birds are classified. You will find an attractive selection of birds of prey, parrots, penguins, songbirds, and aquatic birds from practically every corner of Planet Earth. The magnificent full-colour illustrations and easy-to-read text make this book a handy guide that all preschoolers and young children will enjoy.
]]>Learn how to classify various plants from big-sized illustrations!
This planet of ours is teeming with vast numbers of plants, from small flowers to giant trees. And there are fungi and lichens too. With this encyclopedia, you will get to know a few hundred of the best known and most interesting plants from all over the world. What's more, this book will show you groups in which plants, fungi, and lichens can be classified. It will introduce you to mysterious lichens, edible and inedible mushrooms (as well as poisonous ones), and flowering and non-flowering plants. You will also learn about trees, bushes, and herbs from all corners of the globe. With its magnificent full-colour illustrations and simple explanations, this book is not only useful; it is an essential learning companion for young readers.
Tomas Pernicky lives and works in Valasske Mezirici, Czech Republic. He is freelance graphic designer and illustrator and specializes in the creation of logos and corporate identities.
Learn how to classify various animals from big-sized illustrations!
Vast numbers of animals live here on Earth, from tiny insects to large mammals. The animal world is varied and quite interesting. This encyclopedia will introduce you to several hundreds of the best known and most interesting animals on the whole planet, and to top it off , it will help you put each one of them into the right group. This book will show you an attractive selection of mammals, rodents, ungulates, primates, predators, cetaceans, birds, fish, cartilaginous fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects, and other animal groups that can be found all over Earth. Beautiful illustrations and simple texts make this book indispensable for all children.
]]>This fun and fully illustrated non-fiction book tackles poops and farts, yes you read that correctly! Poops and Farts teaches kids about digestion, the history of toilets and toilet paper, how to poop outdoors or in space, and so much more in an engaging, comic-book style. It's a fantastic way to encourage open conversations and make learning fun even for the most reluctant of readers. Fuel their curiousity for science order now!
For over 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children's books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiousity 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.
]]>Miroslava Gomolcakova studied graphics at the Academy of Arts in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia. She collaborates with Daniel Handak as the creative duo Grounded Pigeons, focusing on graphics for games and animated films, with occasional animation work. Recently, they illustrated their first book, Poops and Farts. She lives and works as a freelancer in Prague.
Daniel Handak studied graphics at the Academy of Arts in Banska Bystrica, Slovakia. He collaborates with Miroslava Gomolcakova as the creative duo Grounded Pigeons, focusing on graphics for games and animated films, with occasional animation work. Recently, they illustrated their first book, Poops and Farts. He lives and works as a freelancer in Prague.
]]>Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves. The Arabian Nights. Mischievous jinnis, cunning caliphs and talking animals populate a wondrous, minaret-filled world.
Nine traditional folk tales from a variety of Middle Eastern and North African traditions are brought to life by author Jehanne Moharram and the delightful illustrations of artist Chaymaa Sobhy. These include:
These stories have been passed down for generations in innumerable versions and retellings. The fables and tales in Children's Favorite Arabic Stories reflect the rich cultural fabric of the Arabic-speaking world which stretches across a vast region from Morocco to Egypt, Lebanon and Jordan to Saudi Arabia and the Emirates all of which provide the vibrant backdrops to these tales.
]]>Chaymaa Sobhy was born and raised in Cairo, Egypt, and received a pharmacy degree from Cairo University before shifting her focus to illustrating and writing picture books. She is the author and illustrator of My Sky Is Many Colors and I Imagine, and the illustrator of Tuttle's My First Book of Arabic Words.
]]>Discover what happens when a young woman from a family of demon hunters falls in love with the prince of hell in this spicy paranormal romance.
It's been five years since her sister was killed by a demon and Camille Morgan swore off the family business of demon hunting. Now a college sophomore, Cami is determined to get her degree and move far away from Seattle and all things paranormal.
But when Cami becomes the target of a demon attack she's convinced is a ploy by her parents to drag her back into training, the wildly charming and attractive Xander Kane comes to her rescue. Except her saviour isn't a hunter. Or even human.
Xander is a demon, the alluring prince of hell, whose magnetic presence leaves Cami both captivated and conflicted, especially when she finds out he plans on using her to destroy the demon hunters once and for all.
Caught between her growing affection for Xander and her loyalty to her family, Cami struggles to make a decision that could shatter her and endanger the lives of those she loves.
]]>One day, my dear daughter, you will destroy the world.
After being forced from her home five years ago, Alana Zaya has finally been given the opportunity to return and claim her rightful place on the Okaron throne. When her voyage is waylaid by pirates, she soon finds herself stranded at sea, surrounded by strangers harboring dark secrets. But hers are perhaps the darkest of all.
Across the world, Rae Toma is a warrior who can't walk away from a fight. After years of using her skills to rebel against the regime that trained her, her treachery is revealed, forcing her to flee into the Shatter a maze of islands that no one has ever returned from.
There, she finds Nur Del Sue, a Stormwitch on a mission to prove herself in a world determined to ignore her.
Forced from their homes, can these characters survive long enough to uncover the deadly mysteries at the heart of their world?
]]>It's been thirteen decades since Tsimmaon left the Arid Planet in search of water, carrying only 1 percent of the human race in a bid to keep the species alive. There's no one thirstier on that space ark than the young recruits eager to earn their spot on the elite Hydroseeker League and find the next water source. Seventeen-year-old Conway 12-1, the strongest moto-rover rider among his cadre, is just weeks from Hydroseeker initiation. Until one failed mission changes everything.
Left for dead on the fabled Arid Planet with a life-altering injury, Conway is taken in by the citizens of Mayanah, a community no one knew had survived the Dry Death. But these people have a secret: Their water is deadly if you don't follow its rules. Mayanah's beautiful young sovereign Selah is the key to safe water and, Conway realizes, to the survival of his spacenation. If he can bring this revelation back home, he might still have a shot at being a Hydroseeker. He just needs to convince himself that betraying Selah is worth it, which gets harder the closer they become...and the more he learns about his own people.
Kimber St. Lawrence conjures an exhilarating world in this moving postapocalyptic sci-fi novel. Featuring cinematic action and a love against all odds, Thirsty Ground will leave readers breathless.
]]>Toddlers will learn all about the how plants grow with their own hands as they move a seed to the ground, cover it will soil, water it with metal can, giving it plant food, watching the sun warm it, and then turning a clock to make the plant grow.
One little seed wild and free, blows into the sky and twirls with the breeze. Move it to the ground nice and slow. Let's make this little seed grow, grow, grow!
Lift-the-flaps, spinners, and pull tabs do all the movement so little kids can find out how important plants are to our environment!
]]>Sri Lankan soldier Ranatunge Karunananda is the first runner to ever represent his country in the 10,000-meter race in the Olympic Games. Despite the lack of support and resources, Karu stands on the track in Japan, determined to represent Sri Lanka and his family well.As the race begins and the other runners lap Karu time and again, he presses on despite objections, winning not the race but the hearts of the 70,000-person crowd, and inspiring people across the world to stay steadfast in the race for their dreams.
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Immerse yourself ina new, vibrant, delightfulworld exploring, fishing, farming, fighting (if you want), fossil-hunting, and so much more. Unlike any other game world, in Minecraft, you can touch, pick up, and place pretty much anything you see, anywhere; you can travel as far as you want in any direction, from desert to ocean to snowy mountains and crystal caves; and you can create any structure, from a humble animal pen to a giant working rollercoaster, using just the blocks the world is made of.
There's just so much to do in Minecraft that it'sveryeasy to overlook some of the extensive and fantastic gameplay. This guide will show you how to survive and thrive in this deep, broad, and complex world. It's chock full of pro tips, challenges, and step-by-step instructionsthat will get you on the ground and running and sneaking, boating, swimming (or even flying with rare elytra wings)!
From how to find or build a simple shelter on your first night, to finding exotic hidden temples (and loot) and dimensions, this guide will step you through the must-know basics, including:
Winnie the Pooh (Book 1)
A fully revitalised editionof the 1926 classic, featuring full-colour versions ofthe original illustrations by E. H. Shepherd. A great gift for children and readers of any age!
Winnie the Poohhas enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heartwarming adventures that follow the famously friendly and lovable teddy bear. In this classic collection, Winnie navigates the Hundred Acre Wood with Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Piglet, Owl, and Rabbit, learning the true meaning of friendship and the value of accepting everyone exactly as they are.
Now you can own the original 1926 classic by A. A. Milne with all of the illustrations fully colourised by Diego Jourdan Pereira, which bring new life to these time-honoured and beloved tales.
This beautiful edition is great for bedtime or any time, and is the perfect addition to any bookshelf for readers both young and old.
The House at Pooh Corner (Book 2)
More Pooh stories! A fully revitalised editionof the 1928 classic sequel to Winnie the Pooh by A.A. Milne, with full-colour versions ofthe original illustrations by E.H. Shepherd.
The first book in the series featuring the beloved character Tigger!
Winnie the Poohhas enchanted readers of all ages for nearly one hundred years with its relatable, heartwarming adventures that follow the famously friendly and lovable teddy bear.
Now you can own the original 1928 classic with all of the E.H. Shepherd illustrations fully colourised by Diego Jourdan Pereira, which bring new life to these timeless and beloved tales.
In this classic sequel to the original book, Winnie navigates the Hundred Acre Wood with Christopher Robin, Eeyore, Piglet, Owl, Rabbit, and for the first time in the series Tigger! Together, in a multitude of classic tales, they learn the value of friendship and what it means to grow up.
This series of stories and poems can be read independently, but also feature a common coming-of-age theme and a nostalgia for childhood. Great for bedtime or any time, it is the perfect addition to any bookshelf for readers both young and old.
]]>E. H. Shepard was a prolific English artist and book illustrator, most well known for his work in Winnie the Pooh and Aesop's Fables.
]]>'With my Dad, I can do anything...'
A little boy's lovable celebration of the endless possibilities and adventures he has with his father.
Teachers' notes available here
]]>Charlie's dad is tall, round and soft. Sometimes he growls. Could he be a bear? Luckily for Charlie there's one thing bears do best.
]]>A day in the life of a seemingly hopeless, mistake-making dad, whose children know he is the world's best dad after all.
In this light-hearted and cheerful story, three kids recount their funny experiences with the world's most hopeless dad. He is a dad who balances looking after his kids and working from home. He's clumsy and forgetful, and he makes mistakes, but he's always there for them and ready to scare away monsters under the bed. At the end of the day, his kids know he really is the world's best dad.
]]>Nicky Sievert completed a Bachelor of Fine Art through Massey University in 2005 and lives in Lower Hutt with her husband and two children.
]]>Tap, tap, CRACK!
Three stripy chicks hatch ...
After patiently incubating his mate's eggs, Cassowary Dad must raise the chicks alone. Cassowary Dad nurtures, teaches and protects his chicks. But looking after three chicks is not easy. When a cyclone tears through their rainforest home, will this devoted dad be able to save his family?
A heart-warming tale about the magnificent Australian cassowary.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
]]>Beverley McWilliams writes non-fiction and historical fiction for children. She has a passion for Australian animals and hopes her books will spark an interest in native species. Committee member of SCBWI (South Australia), Member of the ASA and CBCA Social Media: Instagram: @beverley_mcwilliams_author, Facebook: BeverleyMcwilliamsAuthor
Julian Teh is a Canberra-based scientific illustrator, and the illustrator of On the Trail of the Plains-wanderer (CSIRO Publishing, 2022) (Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2023: Non-Fiction). Fuelled by a lifelong passion for birds, he uses his paintings to tell the stories of his birding experiences.
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Organised into themes for any occasion, you'll find everything from snappy-yet-terrible one-liners to embarrassing dialogue. It will keep the whole family howling (and begging you to stop) for hours upon end.
Nothing is more hilarious for moms, sons, and daughters than the bad jokes dads tell. (Well, at least he thinks they're hilarious...)Have you ever noticed when you're out to dinner and your dad takes it upon himself to antagonize your server with a lame joke? Has he ever made a pun that made everyone at a family gathering roll their eyes? Has he ever made a corny comment about things simply lying around the house? If you answered "yes" to any of the following, you're not alone. Dad jokes are at the center of all dad interactions and the core of every dad's persona.
This comedic compendiumcompiles more than eight hundred of the best jokes dads can use tohone their craft and ensure maximum eye rolling. Included within are jokes such as:
Did you hear about the restaurant on the moon?
Great food; no atmosphere.
Did you hear about the kidnapping at school?
It's fine, he woke up.
What did the judge say when the skunk walked in the court room?
Odor in the court.
What do you call an elephant that doesn't matter?
An irrelephant.
What kind of tea is hard to swallow?
Reality.
With Dad Jokes, give your dad the gift of becoming the least funny/most 'punny' guy in the room.
]]>**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.
]]>Explore the fascinating world of native Australian animals through the five basic senses sight, sound, smell, taste and touch.
Covering more than 145 truly astounding animals from sharp-eyed whale sharks to sticky-bellied green tree frogs Sensational Australian Animals showcases the strange things these creatures can do with their eyes, ears, noses, mouths and skin! Meet birds that laugh, frogs that quack and fish that sing. Discover mammals that glow in the dark and seahorses disguised as seaweed. Be surprised by turtles that breathe through their bums and squirm at lizards that clean their eyes with their tongues. And then there's the dangerous creatures that bite and sting!
Be intrigued, amazed and astonished by what insects, birds, spiders, fish and many other animals are capable of! Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8 to 12.
]]>Cher Hart is a nature illustrator, graphic designer and spatial analyst with a background in biology and a sense of fun. She has created scientific communication material for journals, exhibitions and government. This is her first published children's book.
]]>Are you ready to see how science works?
Lift the flaps to discover fascinating facts about the world around you, including answers to questions like...
How do we know what's out there in space?
What do we do with all this poo?
If we can't see it, how do we know it's real?
This stunningly illustrated book draws on the scientific knowledge of Scienceworks experts, and will inspire readers to see the many ways that science is always all around us.
]]>Chris Nixon is the illustrator of CBCA Honour Book Wild Australian Life and brings to life the world of science in his signature style
]]>Australia is home to more nocturnal animals than most other countries, come on a journey across our landscapes and discover the vibrancy and diversity of the nightlife!
]]>Our world is full of amazing natural wonders. From sparkling seas and towering trees, to valleys, lakes and waterfalls, there are extraordinary places that seem too magical to be true but can be found right here on planet Earth.
There are ghostly green lights of the aurora borealis near the North Pole, and exquisite rainbow mountains in China. There is a lake in Australia so pink it looks like fairy floss, and giant crystal caves hidden below Mexico.
These are just some of the incredible places you will discover in Our World Full of Wonder.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
'Our World Full of Wonder is a parent's and educator's dream.' Michelle Atkins, Books+Publishing
]]>Jess Racklyeft is an author and illustrator based in Melbourne. She particularly loves illustrating plants and animals and sharing her love of the Australian bush. She is the illustrator of Iceberg (Allen & Unwin), which won Picture Book of the Year in the 2022 CBCA Awards, and The Forgotten Song (CSIRO Publishing, 2023) (Notable Book, The CBCA Awards 2024).
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