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A Maori language dictionary of health and physical education relating to the learning and teaching of areas such as exercise, anatomy, dental health, water safety and many types of illness. It contains Maori to English and English to Maori wordlists, as well...
Picture book
Lately, things have been getting Charlie down. It's like he's got a big rock that just won't go away. He talks to Dad about it, and Dad brings out a dusty old book wit h a lot of tough rules. The first rule is you don't talk about rocks (feelings). But the...
We are at a decisive moment as a nation, a time when the Treaty of Waitangi is being called into question. Without an understanding of its foundations, the treaty is in danger of becoming either an historical artefact or a legalistic charter of rights....
'Regardless of upheavals at the highest political level, the narratives and analyses in this book demonstrate that the Treaty relationships built on the ground may continue to develop and persist.'This is the third volume by leading scholars and researchers in...
"Te Ao Kahukura is a publication that platforms, celebrates and preserves expressions from queer and takatapui people, as well as rainbow organisations and community groups throughout Aotearoa. Opportunities for rainbow young people to express themselves are...
Kua haurua rautau te roa o Maya Angelou e whakarakei ana i te ao ki ana kupu me ona whakaaro, i hua mai ai ko te huhua o ana titonga kanorau, pukapuka mai, tuhingaroa mai, whakaari mai, ruri mai. I runga ano i te whariki o tana ao toi, kua tuituia nga kupu...
The 29 April 1864 Battle of Pukehinahina-Gate Pa resulted in the astonishing defeat of a force of 1700 Imperial British soldiers, sailors and a few militia, who were supported by the largest artillery battery assembled at any time during the New Zealand Wars....
Printed music
Graphic novel
Young mecha pilot Tetsuo survives the last great battle against an alien horde. His escape pod lands on Earth eight years later, but his homecoming is not what he expected! In the year 2025, huge beasts from beyond the galaxy attacked Earth. In the war that...
While on a playdate with an outgoing new friend, a nervous hedgehog finds the courage to use his imagination, in this lively, funny picture book by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of Ordinary People Change the World. While on a playdate with an...
May You Love and Be Loved: Wishes For Your Life is the tender and joyous next picture book from New York Times-bestselling author and poet, Cleo Wade. May you know fear but not be driven by it May you know joy and follow it everywhere May you know light and...
When you live on the shore, every day is a beach day... When best friends Cora and Shelly get home from school, they shimmy into their swimsuits, pick up their buckets, and race to the water. That's when the sandcastle building begins! Together, the girls...
The Tumbleys are a very clumsy family. Mr Tumbley tumbles over big things. Mrs Tumbley tumbles over small things. And the Tumbley children all tumble over each other. There is far too much tumbling something must be done! And a group of chickens have arrived...
In the heart of the savanna, Leo the Lion roams with his pride, but there's a twist to this tale! While his family feasts on meaty delights, Leo secretly nibbles on greens and roots. Follow Leo on a journey of self-discovery as he learns that being true to...
The Howlers are a small town rock 'n' roll band with big dreams. When they get a chance to be the opening act for megastars HISS, the band can't believe their luck. But a huge mistake means the show might be over before it even starts ... Can the Howlers...
Bruiser is full of mischief and wants to eat everything in sight! When he woofs down a particularly interesting snack ... how will his humans react?
This sweet story of the love between parent and child follows a baby fox and its mother as they experience the beauty of the seasons in their forest home. The two wake up to a sunny spring morning as the snow is melting and the flowers begin to poke through...
Dragonis on her way to the library to return the books she borrowed and check out her favorite book. But when she gets to the bookshelf, she realizes that the book she wants isn't there! Sir Fiero has checked it out and is starting to read it when Dragon grabs...
A cake delivery goes awry when two friends give away all the pieces before they reach their destination...Frederick and Roger are delivering a cake to Herbert the Hedgehog, but he lives so very far away. Stopping for directions, they exchange pieces of cakes...
Alphabet provides children with a fun and colorful way to learn their ABCs. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect companion for early learners, offering a fun and engaging way to dive into the magical realm of letters. Each letter of the alphabet...
Children will learn about all the different modes of transport and types of vehicles, from cars and trucks to emergency vehicles, trains, boats, helicopters, and planes. Young readers will also find out how they work and all the things they help us do, such...
Matty and his family make slime all the time. They know that it's simple, stretchy, scientific, and super-squishy. But Matty's slime demonstration at school turns into a disaster when he forgets the most important ingredient saline! Instead of squishy slime,...
Marvellous Miles loves to move and groove through the day. When his body moves in ways he wasnt expecting he is determined to find an answer. What will he discover and how will he respond?
Yanga Mother is a timely and poetic celebration of motherhood and First Nations languages. Wandaguli Yanga. There is always Mother. From award-winning writer Cheryl Leavy comes this beautiful picture book in Kooma and English about a grey kangaroo and her...
All of the jungle animals are excited for Christmas - except Crocodile. He's grumpy, and he doesn't like listening to the others laughing and decorating and wrapping presents. So one day, he does something to make everyone sad - butHE ends up feeling sad,...
Moni LOVES Christmas, but it's so hard to wait! So this year, she decides that she's going to celebrate early. But Santa's elves don't have the toys made. And Moni's mommy hasn't made her special Christmas treats yet. Can Moni learn to be patient and wait for...
The bush is filled with all kinds of love ... sweet, special and unique. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they try to compare their love for each other to all the wonderful things the bush has to offer. Can anything even come close?
When Blanco, a baby polar bear, is born, Mommy teaches him all the skills he will need to know to live on his own. They swim together, catch fish, find the best berries to eat, gaze at the stars at night, and share many hugs. As time goes on, Blanco grows and...
A humorous, heartfelt story about shyness, blending in, and the courage it takes to step out and speak up when it matters most. Ana Moose feels most comfortable when she is hiding. Hiding is much more fun than knowing what to say or being picked last for the...
From the Indie Picture Book Award Winner 2024 Robert Tregoning, comes What the Crow Saw Below, a beautifully wirtten fable-like tale of hope, stunningly illustrated by Greg Stobbs.On the tangled, twisted branches, in a tangled, twisted wood, stood a young...
Fannie is a young girl who loves watching the birds flying outside her Miami home by the ocean. She wants to soar and glide and fly through the sky all day like them, too. One day, a baby bird lands on her terrace and can't fly away. When Fannie rescues the...
There's something very special about Wee Granny's tartan bag. Each time she reaches inside, she pulls out a big surprise! Emily and Harry love spending time with Wee Granny. Extraordinary things always happen when she brings her tartan bag. Wee Granny and...
In this sweet tale of the love between father and child, Rabbit loves to learn things from Daddy. He wants Daddy to be stronger than a lion, a tiger, and a crocodile. Mommy tells him that Daddy isn't stronger than those animals, but that he's braver, has a...
In the Garden of Eden, as soon as God buried Vegetables in the ground, and put Fruits on trees and vines, the Fruits began to argue among themselves. "I am hardiest," said Apple. "I am sweetest," said Grape. "Enough!" said God, sending two caretakers to the...
Experience the magic of the first snow as Agnes and Stefan embark on a backyard adventure in this poetic picture book.Step into a winter wonderland with The First Snow, a heartwarming picture book that transports readers to the enchanting world of Agnes and...
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? A...
? Shortlisted for Early Childhood Book of the Year in the 2024 Children's Book Council of Australia Awards! ? A gorgeous modern classic about an unlikely friendship and learning to get along, from beloved Australian author-illustrator Sue deGennaro. Bear...
Winner:2016 Montana Treasure State AwardNominee:NY State Charlotte Award list, 2015-16Alabama Camellia Award list 2014-15, Grade 2-3 DivisionAlthough Matty's art teacher has warned him that too much glue never dries, Matty loves glue. After all, he and his dad...
The first in the gripping Wereworld series, soon to be a major Netflix animated series. 'You're the last of the Werewolves, son. Don't fight it . . . conquer it.' Discover the epic fantasy adventure series as Drew Ferran learns he's the last of a long line...
For 5+ kids who love video games but aren't allowed to play as often as they'd like... Sunny's favourite game is Super Rabbit Boy, where his carrot-loving friend must thwart all the plots the evil King Viking of Boom Boom Mountain comes up with. Oh no! Queen...
A cemetery-boy-turned-monster-hunter must race against time to save his recently-resurrected mother in Darkness and Demon Song, M.R. Fournet's eerie middle grade follow up to Brick Dust and Bones. Marius Grey's mom is back from the dead. After hunting monsters...
In this newest installment in the mega-hit Descendants franchise, former Villain Kid Uma, now headmaster of Auradon Prep, extends an invite to the school to another VK-Red, the rebellious daughter of the tyrannical Queen of Hearts from Wonderland. The Queen of...
Relive the epic adventure (and giggles) from Despicable Me 4 with Gru, his family and of course ... the Minions.
The Bad Guys are back in another holiday adventure! This time, Mr. Wolf and the team are taking on the spookiest day of the year... Halloween! Heists, candy, and maybe a few hilarious costumes. Join the Bad Guys in this novelization based on the new Netflix...
Twins Emma and Martin help a potential king earn his throne in this third book in the Legendarios chapter book series that's Magic Tree House meets Heroes in Training! Emma and Martin swap the cool Chicago fall for the hot jungles of the Puuc Hills when they...
Come along on a magical adventure with your favourite unicorn! Relive the epic journey Thelma embarks on in this retelling of the Netflix film, Thelma the Unicorn.
The latest edition of this much-loved anthology, with brand-new Fifteenth and Fourteenth Doctor stories. Fifteen wonderful tales of adventure, science, magic, monsters and time travel - featuring all fifteen Doctors - are waiting for you in this very special...
Kung Fu Panda 4 bursts into theaters in March 2024! This movie novelisation retells the adventures in the film. Everyone's favourite Dragon Warrior, Po, is back for a new adventure in Kung Fu Panda 4. Readers will love this hilarious and epic retelling of the...
From the award-winning author of Root Magic comes the story of a girl forced to spend the summer with a great-grandmother she's never met--only to discover she runs a school for Southern conjure magic. If you ask Delphinia Baker, she'd tell you she has all the...
The full origin story for Marvel's most powerful Super Hero, Captain Marvel-perfect for early readers! This entry in Marvel's chapter book series gives kids easy-to-read origin storis for all of their favorite Super Heroes. The full origin story for Marvel's...
When the scratching starts on the tent, a backyard camping trip turns terrifying for three friends. Prepare to be scared silly in this creepy middle-grade novel for fans of R.L. Stine, Dan Poblocki, and Mary Downing Hahn. When the scratching starts on the...
Twins Emma and Martin get stuck at the beginning of time in this second book in the Legendarios chapter book series that's Magic Tree House meets Heroes in Training! Emma and Martin are settling into their new home in Chicago and getting ready to start at...
Pixar's Coco meets Neil Gaiman in this "terrifically eerie and atmospheric...a skillful mix of scary, sweet, and silly" (Booklist) middle grade novel about a girl whose quest to ensure her deceased grandmother is resting peacefully leads her to the magical and...
A collection of terrifying tales from the thrilling world of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things! Prepare to visit the darkest and most chilling corners of Hawkins. Dustin, Lucas, Max, and their friends want to rent videos one night. But when a blackout...
An acclaimed author and a #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator team up to bring us a funny, warm, and utterly winning chapter book--now in paperback--that follows, day by day, the first hundred days in one first grader's classroom. An acclaimed author...
Cat knows aliens are real, and she's determined to prove it. By studying her town's legendary crop-circle phenomenon for the McMurray Youth Science Competition, she'll not only demonstrate the existence of extraterrestrial life but also impress her distant...
From award-winning and beloved children's author Elizabeth Laird comes a stunning edition of Welcome to Nowhere, with a cover illustration by Maria Brzozowska, an updated author letter and additional content from the author, including discussion notes. A...
From award-winning and beloved children's author Elizabeth Laird comes a stunning edition of The Fastest Boy in the World, with a cover illustration by Zeamanuel Abera, an updated author letter and additional content from the author, including discussion...
Build a super-cyborg gadget glove and save the science museum with twin sleuths Nick and Tesla in this zany, action-packed middle grade adventure by "Science Bob" Pflugfelder! Build a super-cyborg gadget glove and save the science museum with twin sleuths...
Uncover a secret agent and build spy gadgets with twin sleuths Nick and Tesla in this zany, action-packed middle grade adventure by "Science Bob" Pflugfelder! Uncover a secret agent and build spy gadgets with twin sleuths Nick and Tesla in this zany,...
Twins race to find the thief stealing valuable historical artifacts before their family's framed for the crimes in this high-octane middle grade action-adventure series starter for fans of City Spies and Alex Rider. Twins race to find the thief stealing...
Now in paperback! A story of what to do when you get burned by the magic you've been looking for all your life from the author of the National Book Award finalist The Way Back. Twelve-year-old orphan Eva Root travels the country pretending to channel spirits...
Secrets, rumors, shifting friendships, overbearing parents, and, on top of all that, a first dance--how does anyone survive seventh grade? Told from dual points of view, this novel about two tweens finding their voices and standing up for themselves is for...
Mia Madison is her school's premier kid-trepreneur (that's a kid business owner). She's started a successful pet sitting business-Have-A-Nice-Vacation-and a seasonal lemonade stand-Pack Some Punch Stand. When Mia realizes that she can help her classmates...
Twins coping with moving to a new city get swept back in time by a magical book in this first book in the Legendarios chapter book series that's Magic Tree House meets Heroes in Training! Nine-year-old twins, Emma and Martin, couldn't be more different in...
From the creator of My Life As a Teenage Robot comes the second story in a middle-grade horror series about a horrible bag, the spine-chilling world hidden within it, and a terrifying adventure into the world of GrahBhag. Perfect for fans of Coraline, the...
Nikhil and Jay visit India in this third book in the sparkling Early Reader series about a British Asian family. Nikhil and Jay and Amma and Appa are off to India for the Christmas holidays to visit Chennai Granny and Grandad. In Grandad's garden they see...
Solve mysteries using DIY science projects with twin sleuths Nick and Teslain this zany, action-packed middle grade adventureby "Science Bob" Pflugfelder! Summer break is about to get weird. After their parents disappear, twins Nick and Tesla are sent to live...
Join twins Nick and Tesla as they build homemade robots and race to solve a mystery in this zany, action-packed middle grade adventure sequel by "Science Bob" Pflugfelder. It's up to Nick and Tesla to save the day-again! When a rash of robberies hits the town...
Inspired by Hansel and Gretel, this spooky ghost story and touching debut investigates the gingerbread houses that we trap ourselves in when we don't learn to love ourselves as we are, perfect for fans of Ghost Squad and The Girl and the Ghost.Bee wanted to...
Perfect for fans of Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti, this "absolute blast" (Jarrett Lerner, author of the EngiNerds series) of a middle grade sci-fi adventure set in 1980s Ohio follows a young girl who makes incredible discoveries about family and belonging while...
Molly and her friends take on giant mutant creatures in this second book in the hilarious and poignant Far Flung Falls middle grade sci-fi series set in 1980s Ohio-perfect for fans of Stuart Gibbs and James Ponti! The mystery of the giant brother-stealing...
The much-anticipated sequel to the instant New York Times bestseller! Every four years, the Twelve Towns gather for a legendary magical tournament--the Golden Frog Games. With Ravenskill hosting this year's games, all eyes are on...
A middle grade Latine witch story with action-packed adventure, a coven of quirky Witchlings, humour and girl-power vibes. Every year, in the magical town of Ravenskill, Witchlings who participate in the Black Moon Ceremony are placed into...
Early readers from all backgrounds will enjoy these four lively stories from the everyday life of two young brothers in a British Indian family In these four interlinked stories about Nikhil and Jay and their family, there's always fun and mischief. Jay...
Early readers from all backgrounds will enjoy these four lively stories from the everyday life of two young brothers in a British Indian family In these four interlinked stories about Nikhil and Jay and their family, there's always fun and mischief. Grandad...
THE INSPIRATION FOR THE NETFLIX ANIMATED SERIES WOLF KING. The epic Wereworld saga continues in the second installment of this thrilling series! Picking up where Rise of the Wolf leaves off, the kingdom is in disarray and Drew Ferran is grudgingly being...
Jack Frost has stolen the Weather Fairies' magic feathers and now it's snowing in summer! Help friends Kirsty and Rachel find Crystal the Snow Fairy's magic feather in the first title in the Rainbow Magic Weather Fairies series. It's a beautiful summer day in...
Jack Frost has stolen the Weather Fairies' magic feathers that control the weather and now Wetherbury is so hot that corn fields are turning into popcorn! Join friends Kirsty and Rachel as they help Goldie the Sunshine Fairy in this fourth title in the Weather...
Best friends Kirsty and Rachel must help Abigail the Breeze Fairy find her magic weather feather in this second chapter book in the best-selling Rainbow Magic Weather Fairies series. It's the Summer Festival in Wetherbury and it's so windy that everything is a...
With 100 kid-tested recipes, Rebel Girls' first ever cookbook empowers beginning cooks and young Rebel chefs-in-training to take charge in the kitchen. Ever wanted to whip up a fun breakfast with your family on Saturday mornings? Struggled to find simple...
Bridgerton meets The Bachelor in this queer regency romance of a vampire competing for the heart of a duke. After being run out of his castle by vampire hunters, Count Lucian encounters the god of vampires, Vrykolakas, while in hiding. Unhappy with how many...
Just when all hope to unearth Raeliana's memories seems lost...Enter Iosa Ben! This "dark priestess" holds truths long since buried-and Raeliana is damned if she doesn't finally get answers. And what better place to start than the "goddess" herself, the being...
The first volume of the universe-altering UNLIMITED POWER saga, collecting both the Mighty Morphin and Power Rangers arcs together for the first time! The new Mighty Morphin team is on a collision course with an even deadlier Lord Zedd, who has a new mission...
Mahi a Atua is a Maori wellbeing framework based around storytelling. Grounded in a Maori world view, this approach is designed to foster transformation and systemic change and indigenise practices, institutions and personal and professional spaces. The...
'A signally important text in the canon of Maori history.' - Michael Stevens The dynamics of an evolving southern world are mapped by distinguished archaeologist Atholl Anderson in a new edition of his groundbreaking book from 1998. The Welcome of...
Taking readers to the farms and factories, the marae and churches where Maori lived, worked and raised their families, Te Hau Kainga tells the story of the profound transformation in Maori life during the Second World War. While the Maori Battalion fought...
In this heartfelt companion to Jamie Sumner's acclaimed and beloved novels Roll with It and Time to Roll, Ellie finds herself faced with first love and learning to let go. It's the very end of eighth grade and all everyone can talk about is high...
"Te Upoko-o-te-Ika Wellington has an amazing variety of landscapes and seascapes that are home to an impressive range of wildlife. This handy and informative illustrated guide highlights over 30 of the best wild and urban places to discover and explore the...
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