Picture book
"Choose your favourite vehicle and LET'S GO! Join all the busy animals as they zoom around in every kind of vehicle you can imagine. Is that a cheeky monkey flying a plane? And did I see a llama riding a scooter? And there's a whole pack of animals catching...
"Play together in the park, bake delicious cookies and snuggle up for a story, then thank Mummy for everything she does for you! "--Provided by publisher.
"Nibbles the book monster is back! He's finished with fairy tales and has found his way into a book of DINOSAURS! Soon hes chomping through the Triceratops chapter and causing chaos among the Velociraptors. Uh oh has Nibbles bitten off more than he can...
" 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 ... Lift-off! Vroooom! Rockets and astronauts! Sun, Moon and stars! Discover the wonders of outer space with this bright, engaging picture book. The perfect introduction to the world of space and space travel."--Provided by publisher.
Patrick & George are off on another adventure, but this time it's to find where love grows. George welcomes younger siblings and, although he loves being a big brother, he wonders if his mother loves him as much as she used to. She is much busier than before...
"Introduce your toddler to the animal kingdom with this engaging seek-and-find board book!"--Publisher.
"A shimmering search-and-find full of sea creatures to spot--with a gorgeous mirror ending!"--Back cover.
"A shimmering search-and-find full of summery treats to spot--with a gorgeous mirror ending!"--Back cover.
"Peppa has dressed up as a fairy. She has some fluttery wings, a shiny crown, and a very special magic wand! Lift the flaps to discover what happens when Fairy Peppa spreads a little fairy magic!"--Provided by publisher.
"Peppa and George are very excited to meet their new baby sisters. But when will she arrive, and what name will they choose for her?"--Publisher.
"A fun day at the beach leads to all kinds of 'delicious' baked creations -- cakes, pies, buns, rolls, tarts and cream puffs -- but nobody wants to eat our intrepid little 'baker's' sandy sweets! Even though every morsel has been ingeniously crafted with love...
"Meet Gina Kaminski. She's here to tell you three facts. 1. The story of Jack and the Beanstalk is FULL of BIG mistakes. 2. She has a plan to fix them. 3. Her plan does NOT involve magic beans (but there will be cake). Gina is off to fairy tale land again, and...
"Tariq loves food, from delicious dinners with his big family to scrumptious surprises in his lunchbox at school. But when he's asked to bring in a special dish for his class picnic, Tariq begins to worry about how he'll choose just one tasty favourite! As his...
Welcome to Caramel Cove. The beach is amazing. The ocean is even better. Norvin loves to swim and shoot through the water like a silver arrow. He doesn't like sharing his beloved swimming spot with others. But with a little bit of planning, and a homemade...
"Surely NOTHING can spook brave bears, fierce dragons or tough scorpions? Well, you'd be surprised...! Fierce or tough -- we ALL get scared -- however big or small, but how we face our fears can be the BRAVEST thing of all!"--Provided by publisher.
"Introduce your toddler to the exciting world of things that go with this playful seek-and-find board book!"--Publisher.
"Join Marvin, the vegetarian shark, on a heartwarming journey of friendship in this charming rhyming storybook! It challenges stereotypes and celebrates kindness."--Publisher.
Hamish the lighthouse keeper's cat is rather partial to Mrs Grinling's cooking. So when he overhears her suggest he should miss breakfast he is very upset. He wonders what to do? Should he look for another home? Suggested level: junior, primary.
Captain Cook's greyhound tells what life was like aboard the ship Endeavour, from a dog's point of view. This story combines fact with fiction and is based around real events and conditions on board the original ship Endeavour. Suggested level: primary.
A father and son share a special time together walking the dog as the boy questions why his father loves him.
Weaving a beautiful narrative of heritage, culture and the enduring strength of family bonds, The Lost Words is a daughter's account of her mother's journey through the rich tapestry of te reo Maori. My Mum is collecting words. You see, a long time ago, lots...
On her birthday, Briar is allowed to chose what she and her mother will wear and do all day; and she comes up with some unusual requests.
Daniel loved dinosaurs and imagined he saw them everywhere : until he went to visit the aquarium.
Mrs McGinty is a very grumpy old woman whose life is bleak and lonely. Until one day, she buys a little plant which grows and grows and grows.
A peaceful, sunny day, just right for fishing, soon changes dramatically for Mr Grinling, the lighthouse keeper, and his wife. Hamish the cat misbehaves and is shut in the lighthouse in disgrace ... along with the key. Suggested level: junior, primary.
"Discover how to eat your colors in this bold, artful concept book about the world of unusual fruits and vegetables! With a combination of unusual foods and a kaleidoscope of colors, this concept book shows that not all foods have to look the same way. A...
"There was once a forest where everyone was contentedly going about their business. All was well until the strangest thing suddenly started happening. Without any warning, branches started disappearing from trees. Something would have to be done, everyone...
"Beep! Beep! Hilda Snibbs is taking her three mischievous monkeys to visit her mother in the country. But what is supposed to be a calm and peaceful holiday is soon filled with chaos and hilarious havoc!"--Provided by publisher.
"The great dawn choir celebrates the dawn chorus and the beautiful native Australian birds that take part in it each morning. Discover the chorus members, and find out what inspires them to sing and call with such passion as the sun rises on a new...
"Imagine what it would be like to have a dragon as a pet. Join our funny female protagonist on her latest flight of fancy, but watch out for that burning bad breath! Dragons are mighty mythical beasts... and perfect pets. Getting to school is a breeze when you...
"Peggy loves learning all about the world around her. Today she's going gardening with Mom. What will they grow?"--Publisher.
"Meet Hanz and Franz. They're waiters in elevators. In the Rigatoni Hotel ... Hanz and Franz are the world's most diligent waiters and they think of the Rigatoni Hotel's loyal guests as friends, and their fellow workers as family. But when no one says please,...
"Meet Minna. When Minna needs to feel brave, she wears a mask, when she meets new people, she wears a mask. On Minna's first day at a new school, she realises she's left her masks at home and starts to feel very nervous indeed. Things are too loud and too...
"It's Footy Colours Day at school, and there are some very special AFLW guests on the way for a training session! But Libby's a beginner, and there's so much to learn - how to bounce, kick and handball. Lucky she's got her friends, and the courage to try...
"A humorous dog-centric board book provides a rhyming read-aloud for teaching opposites, and young ones will love spotting funny details and recognizing the differences within themselves and within their favorite furry friends."--Publisher.
"Learn how to use the Force in this picture book narrated by everybody's favorite Jedi Master, Yoda!"--Provided by publisher.
"Wibble-wobble over the rumble-tumble stones and past peek-a-boo trees to where the rainbows sing. You never know who's flip-flap-floating your way! From the author of the CBCA award-winning book Where the Lyrebird Lives comes this family adventure celebrating...
"In Scotty's family, a scottie is a scottie, no matter what you look like. But when everyone looks the same, acts the same, and does all the same things, can you ever truly be your own scottie, too?"--Publisher.
"Furry, feathered, and scaled -- all our animal friends are ready to read. But there's just one big problem: Giraffe is too tall! Or, maybe, the book is too short. Come along for a special story time featuring six friendly animals and one puzzling predicament....
"Twelve vehicles, a car, a truck, a plane, a boat, a train, a bus, a bike, and so on, are introduced to very young children in this celebration of transportation."--Provided by publisher.
"Pete the Cat can't wait to rock out at the Alley Cats concert! But when the band never comes onstage, it's up to Pete to find them. Will Pete have the right instruments to help the Alley Cats save the show?"--
"Stuffed full of all sorts of animal bums and celebrating love in all it's wonderful shapes and sizes, this hilarious new picture book is sure to have little ones, and big ones, laughing with pure glee"--Publisher.
"Based on the American camp fire classic, 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt', join this roar-some adventure as three intrepid explorers go on a hunt to find a real dinosaur. With a hiding dinosaur picture to spot throughout, help the three children as they encounter...
Unlike other crocodiles, Cornelius walks upright, sees things, and does tricks no other crocodile can. His friends aren't impressed--or are they? Endearingly captures the spirit of the seeker, the thinker, and those who are born to be different. Lionni's...
Determined to find the mightiest husband for herself, a mouse approaches the sun, a cloud, the wind, and a house, before the unexpected victor finally appears.
"Small Bear is feeling a little off - but is it a cold or a cough? Or is it something more... A beautifully illustrated book that explains what happens when your doctor takes a throat swab! Designed to demystify the medical laboratory process for little ones...
Messy play, obstacle courses, friendship, imagination...This book celebrates everything we love about attending Playcentre in Aotearoa New Zealand, and reminds us that those memories and friendships will last long after we've left.
"Salty, savory, rich, and even sweet, soy sauce is as fascinating to make as it is delicious to eat! Luan makes a classic Chinese soy sauce. Haru uses his own recipe at his family's traditional Japanese brewery. And Yoo-mi's Korean soy sauce features special...
"A bold and vibrant debut that is sure to delight art lovers both big and small. Mildred is a sleepy gallery cat by day but an inquisitive artist by night. Join Mildred as she explores the many art styles in the gallery and finds what being an artist means to...
"The spooky season has arrived. Tomorrow's Halloween! I think I'll have a party -- the scariest you've seen! When the whole family is WILD about Halloween, how will they choose the perfect party theme?"--Provided by publisher.
"A family of unicorns decide to trial a Yes Day, meaning the parents must say yes to their kids' weirdest and wildest requests for 24 hours. The day promises a whirlwind of adventure, but will it bring them closer or end in utter chaos? Find out in this fun...
"Dora and Boots are preparing for a fiesta. But when their balloons float away, they need to journey through the rainforest to get them back! Follow Dora and all her friends as they embark on a new exciting adventure. What are you waiting for?"--Publisher.
"Journey into Narnia and meet animals of all kinds in this animal adventure!"--Publisher.
"Step through the wardrobe and learn your numbers from one to ten in this counting adventure based on The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe! "--Publisher.
"Blair is feeling blue. Not a nice, happy, sparkly blue ... more like a holey sock on a winter's day kind of blue. Luckily, Grandpa is there with to share an important message and to share with Blair that the world is full of colour... beyond...
"Squirrel and his best friend, Pock the mushroom, sit on the old stump, watching birds fly by. When they're tired of this, they take the path to the yellow meadow to listen to the blackbird sing. But today, the bird's not there. The friends look everywhere....
"Elvis loves to sleep and doesn't like running around or playing hide and seek. He can't wait to go the dog park and have a nice, quiet nap. Romeo loves to rush and race around, howl, and fetch sticks. He can't wait to go to the dog park and make a new friend....
"Help Mouse find his lost friend Balloon! One windy day at the fair, Mouse and Balloon play together all day long. But - oops! - Mouse lets go, and Balloon embarks on an exciting journey above the fairground, past the big city, over the sea and up, up, up into...
"All the clouds gather together to plan a stormy day except for Little Cloud, who would rather appreciate the beauty of the world."--Publisher.
"On a broad green leaf sit ten rather gorgeous (though they do say so themselves) caterpillars. And all they can talk about is what beautiful butterflies they are going to be! But not Frank. Frank is a very plain caterpillar, but he's fine with that. There's...
"Percy the park keeper is looking forward to a good rest after a busy day, when peace is interrupted by a loud crash. The fox has come to ask for Percy's help and soon finds a most unusual cure for his hiccups..."--Publisher.
"Banana Bop! is a book of few words-and most of them are "banana." But we challenge you to find a better word to repeat over and over again without smiling. First food, first word, first cascade of giggles: this irresistible board book is sure to make everyone...
"Join Bubba as she learns from her mum, who learned from her mum, how to pick watercress, miri leaves and make doughboys for a big-as boil-up to feed the whole whanau."--Publisher's description.
"When I grow up, I will be tall enough to reach the branches That I have to reach to climb the trees You get to climb when you're grown up ... A joyful and magical picture book inspired by the much-loved song"--Provided by publisher.
"With rhyming text, this soothing bedtime book is an ode to baby birds everywhere and sleepy children home safe in their own beds. As a mother describes to her child how many species of birds nest, from pigeons on concrete ledges to owls in oak tree boles to...
"'There's something very important that I need you to remember. When I say Ooh, you say Aah. Let's try it.'Ooh the donkey has lost his pants. Readers must help him find them!"--Provided by publisher.
"Oh, please let me cross," said the middle-sizes goat, but the troll only snapped, "What's your hurry? With some herbs and some spices and served up with rice, you would make a delicious goat curry!"--back cover.
"Have you ever sent your little one off to fetch their shoes, only to find them completely distracted 10 minutes later? Readers will be surprised by how wild procrastination can get. Parents will relate. Expect the unexpected or, everyone should expect the...
"A hedgehog and an echidna meet. They are both spiny animals who look very similar - but they are different. Are there any other animals around the world who also get mixed up? Crocodiles and alligators, llamas and alpacas, rabbits and hares... turns out there...
"Meet Hogbert - a baby boar with a big personality and a nose like no other! When Hogbert gets separated from his family he finds himself all alone in the forest. Can he find his way home? Little Hogbert lives in a fairy-tale forest with his mummy and his...
"Meet Kiki - whose brain is a hullaballoo! Her brain goes a mile a minute - and sometimes she wishes it would just stop! This rhyming story brings us inside Kiki's mind, and celebrates the way she thinks, as well as offering ways to help direct Kiki's...
"A magical friend called the Marvelous Now shares the wonders of mindfulness and the serenity of living in the present moment"--
"The world is home to millions of colourful chameleons. What do you think they get up when no one is watching? From cheeky flicking-pea-leons to cute-as-cute-can-be-leons and even always-needs-a-wee-leons, there's so much more to these creatures than meets the...
"Join Duggee and the Squirrels as they show Duggly what being a member of the Squirrel Club is all about. Duggee and the Squirrels show Duggly, Duggee's nephew, what being a member of the Squirrel Club is all about! They have lots of fun playing, learning,...
"It's summertime, and Pugicorn and Ava are so excited for their very first holiday outside of Twinkleton-Under-Beanstalk in Rainbowland! They can't wait to sip pup-tails by the pool and bask in the sparkling sun. But when their summer plans are derailed by...
"Join the countdown as intrepid astronauts, Macca the Alpaca and his best pal, Al, blast off into outer space. It's an epic, cosmic adventure where anything is possible because... they're using their imaginations!"--Publisher.
"The laughing book is a joyful story celebrating how wonderful it feels to laugh! Some people cackle or chortle, hoot, howl or roar... or giggle and guffaw! This book highlights how laughter is the best medicine and can bring us all together, and cheer us up...
"When Wave Warrior spots Codzilla dragging his net along the seabed, she is quick to confront him. After all, these are protected waters! But Codzilla makes it very clear he has no intention of fishing elsewhere. Will Wave Warrior have what it takes to stop...
" Little Tommy loves to play pretend but how will he feel when he takes part in his very first school play? This picture book captures all the happy chaos of the classroom and the moment when a little boy, who is destined to become a star, first steps onto the...
"Grace programs a bit mischief into her perfectly behaved robot dog Kit, but a scary trip to the park highlights a bug in her code."--Provided by publisher.
"A te reo Māori translation of an enduringly popular picture book in which the big bad wolf gets an unexpected and satisfying taste of his own medicine. The big bad wolf knows he rules the forest-but he likes to hear the others tell him so. He marches through...
"When Mark the shark is playing with his friends, he loves to try his best. But no matter how hard he tries, sometimes he loses at the games or colours outside of the lines. And the more mistakes he makes, the more frustrated he gets until he... SNAAAPS! But...
"Sammy loves having fun... But talking in front of other people makes him go pink! This reassuring book is the perfect starting point for talking to children about navigating shyness and building confidence."--Publisher.
"Danny, his schoolfriends and Dinosaur too, were on an exciting school trip to the zoo!T hey wanted to see something scaly or hairy (but Danny hoped none of the creatures were scary). Danny and Dino are enjoying a school trip to the zoo... until a cheeky...
"When a music-loving dog meets a fox with a fiddle, they decide to start a BOOGIE-WOOGIE ANIMAL BAND! Before long, the pair are joined by a lion with a lute, a tiger with a tuba, and a piano-playing penguin. As more friends join them, the band keeps getting...
"The sun is setting, and it's beginning to get dark. But Little Hedgehog still wants to play! Squirrel, Hare, and Badger all head home for bed. The birds return to their nests, and even the flowers close their petals to sleep. What can Little Hedgehog do now?...
"Pygmy Possum wants to climb far, far up into the trees to taste the sweet blossom nectar. But everyone keeps telling her the same thing - 'It's very high. You're too little. You might fall.' Are they right, or will she find a way? This is a gentle tale of...
"Outside the town in the heat and the dust, where the sky is bright blue and the earth is like rust, is an iron ore mine that's bigger than big, with mighty machines that blast, drill and dig. With bright colours, enormous engines and lots of fun sounds,...
"Crocodile has woken up with a frog in his throat. He heads out on a walk and asks the same question to every animal he meets: 'Are you looking for trouble?' No one is up for the challenge - that is, until he comes across an enormous elephant."--Publisher.
"Is Herbie behind the brown door? Is he under the purple chair? Babies and toddlers will help Ms. Rachel as she lifts the flaps to look for her friend, Herbie. Includes flaps on every spread for aiding the development of fine motor skills."--Publisher.
"It's hard to fit in when you're the new kid in superhero school! On Super Goat Girl's first day, she's met with a LOT of stares! After all what kind of superhero doesn't have a fancy costume or a funky cape? While the other children are having fun writing...
"Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this interactive lift-and-learn board book filled with beautiful nature and city scenes to explore and hidden animals to discover."--Publisher.
"It's an exciting day for Peppa and the children at playgroup when Astronaut Grampy Rabbit arrives. They can't wait to hear all about his new mission to fly round the moon. What happens when the children are invited to take part in a special space-training...
"'Twas the night before Christmas when all through the house, Not a critter was stirring, not even a mouse. Snuggle up with your favorite little critters to share this retelling of Clement C. Moore's timeless Christmas story of Santa's wondrous journey each...
"Simon is the hero of this story. But unlike most heroes in most stories, Simon is a piece of snot. He lives with his family in the left nostril of a girl called Phoebe. Follow Simon on his hilarious and extremely slimy adventure as he learns about everything...
"When Charlie walks into the playroom, his little sister, Pia, is playing with his truck... not just any truck, his favorite truck. Charlie's feelings completely overwhelm him, taking over his whole body, and before he knows it, he hits his sister hard. This...
"Join Spot and his friends as they take part in lots of fun sports. Who will win the race, and will Spot score a goal?"--Back cover.
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