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Easter at the farm  by Toria Hegedus

Easter at the farm

Toria Hegedus

"Join in the Easter egg hunt with Peppa! Peppa and her friends are celebrating Easter at the petting farm! They are searching for eggs to paint and decorate. Join Peppa on her search in this touch-and-feel story. Stroke the chicken's fluffy feathers, feel the...

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The worrying worries  by Rachel Rooney

The worrying worries

Rachel Rooney

Picture book

"The Worrying Worries is a rhyming picture book that explores what happens when you encounter a worry"--

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Wombat dreaming  by Caz Goodwin

Wombat dreaming

Caz Goodwin

Picture book

"Lil desperately wanted to join in the class. But each time she tried, she'd land PLONK on the grass. Lil loves doing yoga with her friends, but some poses aren't easy when you're a roly-poly wombat with short legs. Take a deep breath, salute the sun and watch...

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The bookshop on Lemon Tree Lane  by Mike Lucas

The bookshop on Lemon Tree Lane

Mike Lucas

Picture book

"This picture book in rhyme is a love letter to bookshops and the space they provide for discovery and delight. A little boy adores visiting the old bookshop down Lemon Tree Lane with his grandpa - its nooks and crannies, its endless stories, and even the...

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Baby's first birthday  by Cheryl Orsini

Baby's first birthday

Cheryl Orsini

"Share in the delight of baby's very first birthday."--Publisher.

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Sidney of Sydney  by Sue (Susan Allana) Whiting

Sidney of Sydney

Sue (Susan Allana) Whiting

Picture book

"Sydney is a big city with a busy harbour. Sidney is a young penguin ... and he's trouble. Sidney doesn't mean to be trouble, he's just curious. And one day that curiosity takes Sidney all over Sydney and on a grand adventure that lands Sidney in ......

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The susurrus  by Genevieve Young-Evans

The susurrus

Genevieve Young-Evans

Picture book

"Can you hear the susurrus?' said Grandma. 'What's a susurrus?' asked Frankie. Frankie doesn't know what a susurrus is. She knows it not it's not a platypus, an octopus, or even a kind of saurus. So Frankie searches for the susurrus, while her friend Andy has...

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Wild child  by Annabel Tempest

Wild child

Annabel Tempest

Picture book

"There are some days when Minnow wakes up and she feels wild. She roars as she dances and shrieks as she prances - she's a wonderful, tremendous party of wild! But sometimes people aren't fond of this wild Minnow ... So Minnow tries something different and...

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Frogs are our friends  by Toni D'Alia

Frogs are our friends

Toni D'Alia

Picture book

"Down in the garden, away from the sun, a little green frog is having some fun! Frogs are our friends invites readers into a stunning garden to admire the important work of one little frog."--Provided by publisher.

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M is for mango  by author Atinuke

M is for mango

author Atinuke

Picture book

"A warm and funny introduction to M words for babies and young children learning sounds and words."--Publisher.

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The beautiful layers of me  by Sophia (Writer of picture books) Payne

The beautiful layers of me

Sophia (Writer of picture books) Pa...

Picture book

"Ameena can't wait for her aunty's wedding. She is wearing a brand-new salwar kameez - the layers of floaty fabric filled with pretty patterns make her feel like a princess. But when someone comments on her 'pyjamas', she loses all confidence, fearing that her...

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Wanda the warthog who worried  by Frances Stickley

Wanda the warthog who worried

Frances Stickley

Picture book

"Wanda the warthog is perfectly proud to be HER - a root-rustling wonder with stubbly fur. But when a graceful, perfectly plumed rainbow of scarlet macaw parrots appear in the forest one day, Wanda suddenly starts to doubt herself... Frowning and grouching and...

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Shapes  by Michael Bond

Shapes

Michael Bond

"Shapes are all around us, everywhere we look and Paddington is setting off to find them - from the rectangle front door to his tasty diamond-shaped sandwich."--Provided by publisher.

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Colours  by Michael Bond

Colours

Michael Bond

"As Paddington goes for a walk he is on the look out for the colours that are all around him from the bright red bus, the blue flowers and the green front door."--Provided by publisher.

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Build!  by author Red Nose Studio

Build!

author Red Nose Studio

"Bulldozers, dump trucks, and cranes are just a few of the vehicles working together to build something incredible. The payloader makes the hole for the foundation, the semi-loader brings in the huge blocks, and the crane lifts them up. But is this a real...

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Family forest  by Kim Kane

Family forest

Kim Kane

Picture book

"Families come in all shapes and sizes. Half-sisters, big brothers, step-parents. While some kids have a family tree, others have a family forest!"--Provided by publisher.

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Willbee the Bumblebee  by Craig Smith

Willbee the Bumblebee

Craig Smith

Picture book

"Willbee the bumblebee is so embarrassed when he realises his stripy jumper has caught on a rose thorn and completely unravelled."--Publisher.

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The day the crayons made friends  by Drew Daywalt

The day the crayons made friends

Drew Daywalt

Picture book

"Duncan's crayons just can't seem to stay put! After convincing one group of crayons to go back to work after they wanted to quit and rescuing another group who got lost in the most inconvenient places, Duncan's crayons have disappeared once more. But this...

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The bike lesson  by Stan Berenstain

The bike lesson

Stan Berenstain

Picture book

"'The Bike Lesson' is a perfect story for beginning readers, who will delight in spotting the dangers of the road before Father Bear does. And beginning bicylists will want to find out whether Small Bear will get a chance to ride his new bike!"--Provided by...

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My supercharged ADHD brain  by Dani Vee

My supercharged ADHD brain

Dani Vee

Picture book

"What is it really like to have ADHD? This picture book explores the strengths and challenges of having a different kind of brain. Celebrating diversity and being unique, this joyful story encourages young readers to love who they are! Written and illustrated...

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Zoo.

Zoo.

Picture book

"OOO-AH-AH! Bluey and Bingo are playing zoo! They turn their backyard into a home for all sorts of amazing creatures, including a big blue daddy gorilla. But when Oo-Oo escapes, will zookeeper Bluey be able to track him down?"--Provided by publisher.

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Elephants can't jump  by Venita Dimos

Elephants can't jump

Venita Dimos

Picture book

"Mini's best friend Milo always gives the best presents. But when Mini's birthday comes around, she is so cross about Milo's gift that she stops speaking to him and does everything she can to hide from him. But Mini soon finds out that sometimes what you avoid...

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Little Freddie two pants  by Drew Daywalt

Little Freddie two pants

Drew Daywalt

Picture book

"Little Freddie Two-Pants is a dog who is very confused about pants! One pair of pants? Two pairs? Three? How many pants should Little Freddie wear? And where should he put them? What about underpants? Where do they go?"--Publisher.

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Moving house  by Anne Civardi

Moving house

Anne Civardi

Picture book

"A reassuring introduction to the idea of moving house, for young children."--Provided by publisher.

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Put your shoes on  by Polly Dunbar

Put your shoes on

Polly Dunbar

Picture book

"Every morning, all across the globe, children are being asked to put their shoes on. And, every morning, across the globe ... no children are putting shoes on their feet, including Josh. Mummy is desperate for Josh to put his shoes on - they have Aunty...

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My first Mog ABC  by Judith Kerr

My first Mog ABC

Judith Kerr

"Join everyone's favourite family pet and learn your ABC with MOG!"--Publisher.

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The crow's tale  by Naomi Howarth

The crow's tale

Naomi Howarth

Picture book

"In the dark depths of winter, snow is falling and the animals are freezing and famished. Brave Crow sets out on a dangerous journey to find the Sun, and beg for warmth. Will Crow succeed, and what will happen to his colourful rainbow feathers?--Provided by...

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Kipper story collection  by Mick Inkpen

Kipper story collection

Mick Inkpen

Picture book

"A classic collection of four Kipper stories."--Provided by publisher.

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Mog and the V.E.T.  by Judith Kerr

Mog and the V.E.T.

Judith Kerr

Picture book

"When Mog steps on a thorn in the yard, her family takes her to the veterinarian, where she causes a fuss."--Provided by publisher.

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Sun  by Sam Usher

Sun

Sam Usher

Picture book

"It's the hottest day of the year, hotter than broccoli soup, hotter than the Atacama Desert, hotter than the surface of the sun. It's just the right kind of day for a boy and his grandad to go for a picnic. But as the sun beats down, Grandad keeps having to...

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Paddington at St Paul's  by Michael Bond

Paddington at St Paul's

Michael Bond

Picture book

"When Mr Gruber takes Paddington on a special outing to St Paul's Cathedral, there is one surprise after another. But the biggest of all comes when Paddington is mistaken for a choir bear and suddenly finds himself joining the choir for a most unusual...

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Chooks in dinner suits.  by Diane Jackson Hill

Chooks in dinner suits.

Diane Jackson Hill

Picture book

"On a tiny island lives a waddle of Little Penguins. But their numbers are dwindling. Swampy Marsh knows what to do, but no one will listen. Soon he can count the last few penguins on the fingers of one hand. The desperate townsfolk give Swampy, and his...

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But excuse me that is my book  by Lauren Child

But excuse me that is my book

Lauren Child

Picture book

"Lola loves books - but when she finds out that someone has borrowed her favourite book of all, she is naturally distraught. Charlie tries everything to placate her, although nothing seems to work. But when Charlie finds 'Cheetahs and Chimpanzees', Lola...

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Snarky Sharky  by Bethan Clarke

Snarky Sharky

Bethan Clarke

Picture book

"Snarky Sharky tells all his small-fry neighbors that he is a big fish in a dull little reef, but when he leaves to spread his fins, he discovers size is relative."--Provided by publisher.

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Who is on the farm, Spot?  by Eric Hill

Who is on the farm, Spot?

Eric Hill

"Spot and Mum are visiting the farm today. Who is tweeting in the coop? Who is neighing in the stable? Who is quacking on the pond? Lift the flap to find out - and then lift a second flap on each page for an extra surprise!"--Provided by publisher.

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I can't have that, I have allergies  by Katie Kinsella

I can't have that, I have allergies

Katie Kinsella

Picture book

"All the animals in the woodland are headed to a party--that is, except Hedgehog, who can't attend because of his food allergies. But one of his kind friends, Deer, decides to learn more about his condition, and she comes up with a plan so that Hedgehog can...

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The biggest dog in the book  by Ben Lerwill

The biggest dog in the book

Ben Lerwill

Picture book

"Dogs of all shapes and sizes star in this book, but which of them is the biggest? From tiny Chihuahua Agnes who loves to burrow beneath cushions, to Holly the Collie, who loves chasing her tail, this book contains a pack of adorable dogs. Each is special in...

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Nelly  by Alex (Illustrator) Macdonald

Nelly

Alex (Illustrator) Macdonald

Picture book

"Nelly is a very different bird - she can't fly! So, when all the other birds take to the skies to migrate for winter, Nelly has to stay behind. But instead of feeling left out, she embarks on her own exciting journey, discovering new and wonderful ways to...

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Curious baby  by Rebecca Weerasekera

Curious baby

Rebecca Weerasekera

"Filled with features to stimulate a baby's senses, this high-contrast black, white, and green book has raised tactile pictures, a peep-through cover, first words, and a mirror!"--Provided by publisher.

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Safe at last  by Richard Jones

Safe at last

Richard Jones

Picture book

"James lives in a little wooden house beside the sea. Every day he rides his bike around the island, saying hello to all his animal friends; the otters in their mirror-bright pool, the birds in the trees, the bears in their shadow-dark cave and the rabbits in...

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Where's Duggly's potty  by Mandy Archer

Where's Duggly's potty

Mandy Archer

"Duggee is puppy-sitting his nephew Duggly at the clubhouse. All of a sudden, Duggly needs his potty! Can Duggee and the Squirrels find it? Join in the search by lifting the flaps and earn your Finders Badge."--Provided by publisher.

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Our pebbles  by 1985- author Jarvis

Our pebbles

1985- author Jarvis

Picture book

"With sweets stuffed in their pockets, a boy and his grandad take the trip down to the beach: through the wonky woods, across the railway track - stopping for a chat with the spotty dogs! - over the stile, and there ... peeking out beyond the dunes, the sea...

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A flower for firefly  by Monika Singh Gangotra

A flower for firefly

Monika Singh Gangotra

Picture book

"As night falls and bedtime approaches, we follow a gentle firefly whose tiny light sparks a chain of kindness through the garden."--Provided by publisher.

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Frank the pizza  by Eoin McLaughlin

Frank the pizza

Eoin McLaughlin

Picture book

"Frank the pizza is desperate to live his best life. Can he find his way? Making friends isn't always easy, and all Frank the Pizza wants is someone to accept him for who he is. So when he gets invited to a birthday party, his parents worry and warn him to be...

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Our beautiful world  by Sarah Speedie

Our beautiful world

Sarah Speedie

Picture book

Join us on a colourful journey of discovery to every corner of our amazing world. From the vibrant red rocks of Australia, to the glittering gold dunes of Morocco, to the tropical blue oceans of Fiji, our earth is awash with a dazzling rainbow of natural...

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Because you are you  by Mark Sommerset

Because you are you

Mark Sommerset

Picture book

"In a cosy hay-bale house, a little brown mouse dreams of a future full of wonder and possibility. As Littlemouse's imagination takes flight-from painting masterpieces and baking grand cakes to sailing the high seas and pondering life's deepest thoughts,...

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At home on the farm  by Ned Barraud

At home on the farm

Ned Barraud

Picture book

"An exploration of life on a New Zealand farm during a long, dry spell. Through lyrical rhyming text, readers are taken on a journey across paddocks, barns, and treetops, encountering the animals and landscapes that make up the farm's rich ecosystem. From the...

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Tu meke Tūī!  by Malcolm Clarke

Tu meke Tūī!

Malcolm Clarke

"Tere the Tūī and Taitū the Takahē are two very different sorts of birds: one loves to flit and twirl about in the sky, while the other prefers to rustle around in the undergrowth. Tu Meke Tui! is a story of friendship, courage and discovering that sometimes...

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Cocoa's cranky Christmas  by Jodie Shepherd

Cocoa's cranky Christmas

Jodie Shepherd

"It's almost Christmas, but Cocoa the pug is missing the holiday joy. It's up to the reader to bark, clap, and get silly to get Cocoa in the Christmas spirit."--Provided by publisher.

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Imagine  by Alison Lester

Imagine

Alison Lester

Picture book

"Imagine yourself deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, on a farm, in the moonlit bush, on an African plain, in a prehistoric swamp, then turn the page and find all the animals living there."--Provided by publisher.

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Earthspeak = Boodjar Wangkiny  by Sean (Children's author) McCann

Earthspeak = Boodjar Wangkiny

Sean (Children's author) McCann

Picture book

"Papa says we're going to a special place today. 'If we djinang (look), ni (listen), goordoo (feel), we might hear boodjar wangkiny (earth speak). We might even feel her heartbeat.' I wonder what that will sound like? Will the earth's heart beat just like...

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I don't need a little brother  by Nat Amoore

I don't need a little brother

Nat Amoore

Picture book

"No one understands. I DON'T NEED A LITTLE BROTHER! I have Mum and Dad, and Grandpa who smells like biscuits. I have Wilson and Chirpy and . . . Oh no! Where is Beryl Bear? After trying all the usual ways to dispose of a sibling, one bewildered big brother...

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The last egg  by Sofie Laguna

The last egg

Sofie Laguna

Picture book

"Mother Bird sat over her eggs. 'Not long now,' she said to Father Bird. Father Bird brought her worms and seeds. 'Not long at all.' But one morning Mother Bird and Father Bird discover an extra egg in their nest. What are they to do?"--Provided by publisher.

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Big & bold  by Doreen Cronin

Big & bold

Doreen Cronin

Picture book

"Lawrence and Sophia do everything as a pair. Together, they are big and bold and fast (sort of). But when a new kid arrives, the trouble begins. Lawrence is excited about making a new friend. Sophia ... is not. She misses Lawrence while he's bike-riding and...

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Splish, splash, baby!  by Karen Katz

Splish, splash, baby!

Karen Katz

"In this interactive book from Karen Katz, little ones can play with sturdy, easy-to-lift flaps on each page to reveal all the things in Baby's bathtub"--

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How to catch some zzzs  by Megan Wagner Lloyd

How to catch some zzzs

Megan Wagner Lloyd

Picture book

"Follows a young girl's bedtime routine that helps her get a good night's sleep."--Provided by publisher.

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The important things  by Peter Carnavas

The important things

Peter Carnavas

Picture book

"Christopher comes to terms with an absent father by discovering the important things in his life."--Provided by publisher.

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I gaze up at the trees, with dirt on my knees  by Rosalind Potter

I gaze up at the trees, with dirt on my knees

Rosalind Potter

Picture book

An inspiring rhyming adventure through New Zealand's native wildlife, I Gaze Up at the Trees, With Dirt on my Knees fosters a love for nature. A unique collaboration with Pukaha Wildlife Centre, the book celebrates native species and the joy of the outdoors...

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Luna the library lizard  by Jenny Healey

Luna the library lizard

Jenny Healey

Picture book

"Luna is a bearded dragon type of lizard who loves going to the library. Although she doesn't move much there's always a lot going on. From interesting knitting projects to skinks hiding in pockets. As she and Pumpkin, a blue tongued skink, wait for the kids...

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Never touch an axolotl!  by Stuart (Illustrator) Lynch

Never touch an axolotl!

Stuart (Illustrator) Lynch

"You must never touch an axolotl ... except in this book! The little water creatures love to mess around, so watch out when you meet them! Join the fun in this rhyming book, and enjoy touching all of the bumpy creatures ... if you dare!"--Provided by...

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Ocean adventure  by Luke Springer

Ocean adventure

Luke Springer

Picture book

"There's a special place, hidden within the school. It's a magical place where the books inside can take readers on journeys beyond their wildest dreams. Welcome to Mr Luke's Magic Library ... Mr Luke's class have opened a magic book and found themselves under...

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How to be a Viking  by Cressida Cowell

How to be a Viking

Cressida Cowell

Picture book

"This is a story about a little Viking who cannot fit in. Unlike his dad, Stoick the Vast, Hiccup is tiny, thoughtful and polite and scared of almost everything - especially of going to sea for the very first time. But go he must... So who will save the day...

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We leap together  by Christopher Silas Neal

We leap together

Christopher Silas Neal

Picture book

"A nonfiction picture book that reveals how a mama whale and a mama person care for their young in remarkably similar ways. A little boy and his mother set off on a day trip, meanwhile, a mama whale and her calf swim towards the bay. On the way, both sing,...

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The gobbling goblins  by Maika Llaneza

The gobbling goblins

Maika Llaneza

Picture book

"Mind your manners; hang on to your toys (and pineapples?) When Caden and Cailyn forget to say thank you to Lola Mi for their gifts, the famous gobbling goblins come to take the children's treasures. Gobble gobble gobble. It's all in a day's work. But then a...

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Topsy and Tim start school  by Jean Adamson

Topsy and Tim start school

Jean Adamson

Picture book

"Follow Topsy and Tim through their first day at school. Topsy and Tim are taught about the school bell and where to hang their coats and school bag. They learn all about the school canteen, lessons and - of course - the playground!"--Provided by publisher.

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The year we learned to fly  by Jacqueline Woodson

The year we learned to fly

Jacqueline Woodson

Picture book

"One rainy day, a bored brother and sister listen to their wise grandmother's advice: "Use those beautiful and brilliant minds of yours. Lift your arms, close your eyes, take a deep breath, and believe in a thing." And before they know it, their imagination...

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Daddy Pig's favourite things  by Lauren Holowaty

Daddy Pig's favourite things

Lauren Holowaty

Picture book

"Today at playgroup, Peppa and her friends are making gifts for someone special. Peppa makes a magic hat for Daddy Pig and when he wears it, he can do all his favourite things! Peppa and her family spend the day playing at the playground, visiting the dinosaur...

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Alfred blooms  by Carrie Kruck

Alfred blooms

Carrie Kruck

Picture book

"Alfred strives to grow a garden like his neighbor Lulu, but as his attempts go from bad to worse, he discovers that flowers and friendship can bloom in the most surprising ways."--Provided by publisher.

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Blake the snake bakes a cake  by Amy (Children's book author) Young

Blake the snake bakes a cake

Amy (Children's book author) Young

Picture book

"Blake the snake wants to bake a cake for his friend Drake but he keeps making mistakes!"--

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Ten red bottoms  by Barry Timms

Ten red bottoms

Barry Timms

Picture book

"Count down from 10 with the cheeky red-bottomed dragons and do your 'sums with bums'! Ten Red Bottoms is a laugh-out-loud rhyming story for preschoolers - a fiery twist on the nursery rhyme Ten Green Bottles. Inside the castle, a gang of mischievous little...

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One mole digging a hole  by Julia Donaldson

One mole digging a hole

Julia Donaldson

"The parrots are pulling up carrots, the foxes are filling boxes and a swarm of bees are pruning the trees with their miniature shears. Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book, so join in and count along --...

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Animal music  by Julia Donaldson

Animal music

Julia Donaldson

"Join Badger, Koala and the rest of the animals as they put on a noisy concert."--Back cover.

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Ten scared fish  by Ros Moriarty

Ten scared fish

Ros Moriarty

"This early childhood board book introduces animals and numbers and celebrates Indigenous art. Ten Scared Fish is an animal counting book with a difference. Following the river to the sea, the reader meets and counts the animals until finally ten little fish...

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The amazing curvy kid  by Mark Liddle

The amazing curvy kid

Mark Liddle

Picture book

"Mark was born a little different-with curvy hands and feet. But instead of letting that get him down, he learned to see the magic in his own uniqueness! Join Mark as he sets off on an adventure of self-discovery. The Amazing Curvy Kid is a heartwarming story...

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The story about Ping  by Marjorie Flack

The story about Ping

Marjorie Flack

Picture book

"This classic story about a duckling who lives on a boat on the Yangtze River has charmed readers since 1933. When the owner calls for the ducks to come home, Ping, the smallest duck, tries not to be the last up the gangplank--for the last duck counted gets...

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Window  by Jeannie Baker

Window

Jeannie Baker

Picture book

"A mother and baby look through a window at a view of wilderness and sky as far as the eye can see. With each page, the boy grows and the scene changes. At first, in a clear patch of forest, a single house appears. A few years pass and there is a village in...

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The flight of my life  by Jennifer Somervell

The flight of my life

Jennifer Somervell

Picture book

"It's the 1970s and Margery's brother, a topdressing pilot, lands on the farm. Eight-year-old Margery is desperate to fly, but her older sisters scorn the idea. Join Margery as she contends for the flight of her life..."--Back cover.

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Ready, set, race!

Ready, set, race!

"Meet the T-Rextroyer (TM) and its roaring engine, the furiously fast Roaster Bite (TM) which is built for speed, and even the Donut Drifter, a sweet treat for the street. This book is full of vehicles made to race, and who race to win! On your marks, get set,...

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Six little sticks  by Tiffany Stone

Six little sticks

Tiffany Stone

Picture book

"Meet Mama stick bug and her six little sticks. Mama's going to teach them how to hide so six little sticks stay safe outside. But when Mama counts her little ones, she can find only five. When she tries again, there are just four. Each time Mama counts, one...

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Holiday adventure  by Adam Hargreaves

Holiday adventure

Adam Hargreaves

Picture book

"It's time for the Mr Men and Little Miss to put down their buckets and spades and enjoy the adventure! Mr Adventure and his friends are going on holiday. But this is no ordinary holiday, as there will be speedboats, white water rafting, a hot air balloon and...

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Today is a wacky wow, squiggle giggle, noodle caboodle day!  by Layla Sutton

Today is a wacky wow, squiggle giggle, noodle caboodle day!

Layla Sutton

Picture book

"A child embraces each new day with a smile and the promise of fun adventures."--Provided by publisher.

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Who's funny?  by Camilla Reid

Who's funny?

Camilla Reid

"A cute dinosaur book with soft felt flaps and a surprise mirror ending"--Provided by publisher.

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My name is Saajin Singh  by Kuljinder Kaur Brar

My name is Saajin Singh

Kuljinder Kaur Brar

Picture book

"A debut picture book that explores the importance of pronouncing names properly and celebrates cultural identity. Saajin loves his name-he loves it so much that he sees it spelled out in the world around him in his snacks, in the sky and sometimes he even...

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The bravest booger  by Mike Bender

The bravest booger

Mike Bender

Picture book

"From the team behind The Most Serious Fart comes a nosewarming story about digging deep to find the courage inside all of us! This is Beatrice. She's a very fearful booger, but when an allergy attack threatens to blow away her best friends, she must become......

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A mouse just ate my house!  by Kes Gray

A mouse just ate my house!

Kes Gray

Picture book

"A hungry little mouse simply cannot stop eating. From doors to sofas to chairs - even stairs! She has a rumble in her tummy that won't go away."--Publisher.

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There's a little puppy in your book  by Tom Fletcher

There's a little puppy in your book

Tom Fletcher

"WOOF WOOF! Oh look - a hungry little Puppy is in your book! Shall we get her something to eat? Tap, slide, and jiggle the pages to follow mischievous Puppy on her adventure, as she digs up the garden in search of a treat and turns into a mucky pup! Can you...

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I can do it by myself!  by Caryl Hart

I can do it by myself!

Caryl Hart

Picture book

"A funny celebration of learning how to do things by yourself for the first time, whether it's getting dressed, or learning to write, or sitting still... and no, we don't need any help, thank you very much! I can do it by myself I can show you how I know I'll...

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20 mermaids at bedtime  by Mark Sperring

20 mermaids at bedtime

Mark Sperring

Picture book

"One night, tucked in their bunk beds, two children could NOT sleep. What's the best way to help little ones fall asleep? By counting super sparkly mermaids, of course! With swimming, dancing and treasure-hunting mermaids on every page, and a fun counting...

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Liliana the strong  by Quentin Blake

Liliana the strong

Quentin Blake

Picture book

"Liliana wears her super power lightly, using it to help others in a crisis. A resilient child, she thinks nothing of singlehandedly rescuing a highland cow stuck in the mud, or of stopping an out-of-control steamroller in its tracks, or of throwing a beached...

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When we go to Grandma's house  by Candy Bee

When we go to Grandma's house

Candy Bee

Picture book

"Mum and Dad have LOTS of rules. But when we go to Grandma's house, it's a different story ... Eating your five a day, tidying up and, of course, going to bed on the dot - it's only ever the best behaviour with Mum and Dad. And when we go to Grandma' house...

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Kip and the Squiggledoodle  by Em Cosh

Kip and the Squiggledoodle

Em Cosh

Picture book

"Kip knew a Squiggledoodle when he was very young. Do you know a Squiggledoodle too? They are trelumptious fun... Kip and Squiggledoodle go on wild adventures, play together, share fears and worries and dreams... But what will happen to Squiggledoodle when Kip...

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A wizard + astronaut + pyramid adventure  by Sarah Coyle

A wizard + astronaut + pyramid adventure

Sarah Coyle

Picture book

"Do you love space? How about wizards? And the mysterious pyramids of ancient Egypt? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud 'pick your own' picture book adventure!"--Publisher.

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I love pink  by Jane Foster

I love pink

Jane Foster

"I love pink! I wear it when I play. Pink makes me very happy, all throughout the day!"--

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I love blue  by Jane Foster

I love blue

Jane Foster

"A celebration of the color blue--from blue sky to blue clothes, blue buckets and blue marbles, blue whales and blue pajamas."--

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On all fours  by Gaëtan Dorémus

On all fours

Gaëtan Dorémus

Picture book

"A curious bear cub embarks on a four-legged journey of exploration and dances across pebbles, feels the grass, and splashes in puddles."--Provided by publisher.

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The great unicorn rescue  by Diane (Illustrator) Ewen

The great unicorn rescue

Diane (Illustrator) Ewen

Picture book

"Louella lives on the edge of a forest. But this isn't just any forest - this forest has unicorns in it, and everyone in Louella's class has their own special unicorn friend. Louella's unicorn is called Norrie, and they do everything together. Until, one day,...

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The perfect egg  by Hazel Gardner

The perfect egg

Hazel Gardner

Picture book

"Like lots of friends, Penguin and Pup like very different things. Especially when it comes to Easter. All Penguin wants is a perfectly sized chocolate egg to enjoy in the garden. Pup, on the other hand, is thinking: why stop there? What about a Rocket Egg, or...

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Boat  by Sebastien Braun

Boat

Sebastien Braun

"Hoist the sails! Little ones can push and pull the tabs to sail the boat around the ocean blue, with so much to see along the way"--Provided by publisher.

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Bus  by Sebastien Braun

Bus

Sebastien Braun

"All aboard the baby bus, the doors SWISH shut, it's time to go!"--Provided by publisher.

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The princes and the pea  by Peter Bently

The princes and the pea

Peter Bently

Picture book

"Prince Fred decides it's time he got married - to a genuine proper perfect princess. His best friend, Prince Zac, warns him that such a bride might be hard to find. Enter Princess Ardwenna, who turns up at the palace to ask for shelter from the storm. Prince...

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