Picture book
"Sick of the pressures of pet life, one dog escapes to fulfill his true Lone Wolf destiny, but then he sees his owner with a new dog and feels unexpectedly jealous"--Publisher's description.
"All Mums is a love letter to mums everywhere. Mums make us laugh. Mums read us stories. Mums snuggle us when we're sad, and help us grow. Some mums are silly, some are sporty or crafty, but all mums are incredible. Mums can do anything!"--Publisher's...
"Max is a big dog who lives with Izzy, a medium-sized girl, who has big ideas. Izzy can build anything--a birdhouse, a wooden swing, a tent, and even a catapult that really works. So when Izzy takes up knitting, she expects to be able to knit anything. But...
"An inspiring story perfect for little stargazers. Luna loves the sky and finding out about all the wonders she can see above her. But the villagers can't stop worrying about the mythical Sky Dragon - a fearsome creature who is said to dwell in the sky. Can...
"It's the night before the Book Week parade and Ellie announces that she needs a costume by the morning. Mum, who is taken by surprise, desperately tries to piece together a costume from what's lying around the house... They went into the bathroom. 'Hmm,' said...
"Every person, no matter how small, can do something to change the world for us all! In her picture book debut, Taimani Emerald, has created a gentle introduction for young readers on what being an ally looks like. Whether it's sharing, saving, joining, or...
"Unlike all the other caterpillars Charley sometimes wonders what it would be like to be a fawn or a waterfall, so when the day comes to form her chrysalis, Charley must decide who she will become"--Publisher's description.
"In this story--told almost entirely in the cat's meows--a young girl steps on her cat Marigold's tail, the hurt cat runs for cover, and after an apology, all is forgiven"--Publisher's description.
"The much-loved and cherished babies are back in these delightful stories to help engage toddlers and encourage a love of reading"--Publisher's description.
"A new version of the well-loved poem about the old lady who swallowed a fly with a die-cut hole to see what is in her stomach"--Publisher's description.
"Fireman Small and his little fire engine answer a call, rescue a little girl, and save a house from burning down"--Publisher's description.
"Fin is extremely forgetful he wears slippers to school and comes home without his trousers. So it's no surprise when he leaves the tap running until it floods the world! Who will be outraged, and who will be overjoyed?"--Publisher's description.
"You two, you two - higgle and piggle, a hullabaloo. A gorgeous celebration of two little people growing up together. A timeless book to reassure, and a wish to the universe for friendship and adventures shared between siblings"--Publisher's description.
"Join Buster as he has a bath, puts on his pyjamas, brushes his teeth and gets ready for bed. Then it's time to say goodnight to the pets and look at the stars before Buster is tucked up in bed, ready to turn out the light. Goodnight Buster!"--Publisher's...
"When Coco the chipmunk, who always shares her food, falls ill, her new friends come to care for her in the same way she taught them, in this heartwarming debut picture book inspired by a Korean greeting"--Publisher's description.
"Archbishop Desmond Tutu has a vision of God's dream, which he shares here with the youngest of listeners. It involves people who reach out and hold each other's hands, but sometimes get angry and hurt each other ― and say they're sorry and forgive. It's a...
"You don't need super powers to be a hero or to make enemies into friends. In Hero's gang, everyone has a special skill. Well, everybody but Pip. Pip isn't strong, he can't run fast or make himself invisible. He might not have any amazing talents, but when...
"As a little girl munches on an apple, she thinks she must have the mightiest bite. Suddenly, along comes a parade of animals to compete for the title, including a shark with its 300 teeth in rows, and a t-rex with 60 huge bone-crunchers! But while each animal...
"Stella is a great detective. She can't help noticing everything around her - clouds shaped like horses, a lonely glove, even a man whose hat looks like a cat. Dad says not to point out everything she sees. He's worried she might hurt people's feelings. But...
"When Stella gets the sudden idea to go caroling, she has a little trouble getting someone to join her. Her brother, Frank, is not good at spontaneity. The Watsons are very involved in a precarious fruitcake attempt (but happy to send their pig, Mercy, out for...
"When a bus driver takes a break, he gives the reader just one instruction: "Don't let the pigeon drive the bus!" But, boy, that pigeon tries every trick in the book to get in that driving seat: he whines, wheedles, fibs and flatters. Will you let him...
"Victor, the shiny red engine, runs the Sodor Steamworks. When Thomas is asked to take over for the day, he finds he has a lot to learn from Victor!"--Publisher's description.
"A young girl, filled with the sounds of her beloved city, shares a song with her grandmother that changes the two forever. After helping Grandma realize that the city makes music as beautiful as the sounds they hear in church on Sunday morning, the two sit...
"3, 2, 1 . LIFT OFF! Join The Wiggles on a journey to outer space, where they explore Neptune and find their number one fan on the planet!"--Publisher's description.
"The day is nearly over and now it's time to curl up and remember all of the incredible adventures of the day before we say goodnight. This is the perfect book to end the day with. It will capture babies' and toddlers' imagination and curiosity, with soothing...
"Meet a bug who is as snug as a bug can be. Oh, but not for long! Along comes a knock on the door and suddenly he's off on a wild and risky adventure... Bug is chased by creature after creature--he's clearly ever so tasty--through woodland, dark caves, and a...
"Every grandad is different but they're ALL special! Is your grandad an adventurer or an explorer? Is he a builder, an inventor, or a MAGICIAN? Whatever your grandad does, you can be sure he loves you! This is a joyous celebration of wonderful grandads and the...
"Follow the finger trails and lift the flaps to discover sleeping sloths, swooping parrots, crawling tigers and many more. A gentle rhyming narrative with a die-cut finger trail, die-cut details and a chunky flap on every page. There is so much for little...
"The perfect first bedtime book to share with a new baby - with a mirror on the final page! Little babies everywhere sleep softly through the night. So now, my little baby, it is time to say goodnight. Get ready to say goodnight to all kinds of animal babies -...
"Unicorse is the most annoying unicorn in the world, but can Bluey make him behave?"--Publisher's description.
"Peppa's friend Molly Mole has found a chest full of buried treasure! Peppa and her pals come together to find the secret of the buried treasure and to work out where it has come from"--Publisher's description.
"Join Peppa and George for lots of digging fun at Mr Bull's construction site! Peppa, George and Daddy Pig are going on a very special trip - to visit Mr Bull at his miniature golf course construction site! There are lots of fun machines to see like the...
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to sail the pacific, ballet dance in paris or stroll on the moon? I know a Moa that had such dreams. "...the Moa were dreamers so brave and true, They were never afraid to try something new." This is a book for...
"Children learn the alphabet and practice gratitude with this joyous ABC book of every-day wonders"--Publisher's description.
Do you like cats? Do you like space? Then you will love kittens in space! Join 'The Kittens of Caturn' on their galactic adventure as they explore a faraway planet and make new friends.
The little girl left for school at dawn. On her way to school, she met a little spider, a little squirrel, a little hedgehog and a little panda. They were all afraid of the darkness and wondering if monsters were hiding in every corner. Only the little girl...
When a truck becomes stuck on a narrow road blocking the north-south route of an island town, a few families work together to continue on their respective outings.
"Willow is shy. VERY shy. Her home is in an abandoned mailbox, and she'd rather stay put. Outside kids scream and soccer balls collide, trees look like monsters, and rain is noisy in a scary kind of way. It's much nicer to stay inside, drawing. But then a...
Celebrates the big things and little things in the world and everything in between.
"Elijah loves spending time with his grandma Eleanor. She knows all the best words to answer tricky crossword puzzles and to tell the most beautiful stories to her family and friends. Everyone calls her 'Never Forget Eleanor' because she remembers every word...
Audio CD
Bob Dylan's classic 1974 anthem Forever Young is reimagined by award-willing illustrator Rogers. In this picture book, the lyrics follow the story of a young boy who travels through Dylan's life, living in the footsteps of a musical legend.
Celebrates the love between a parent and child through an illustrated retelling of song lyrics from Guns n' Roses.
In what other place can a child "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow" without ever leaving the room? This ode to libraries is a celebration for everyone who loves stories, from seasoned readers to those just learning to love words, and it will have kids...
Jyoti is overwhelmed when she visits her grandmother in India for the first time, but she and Sita Pati quickly form a bond. When Pati visits Jyoti in America, it is Jyoti's turn to help her grandmother feel welcome.
Vincent, a mouse who roams the world carrying his house on his back and stopping where he knows he should, offers food and shelter to animals in need. After setting up his house, he invites a weary bullfrog and a hungry cat inside. Each initially declines the...
Jarvis offers a moving tale of friendship, kindness, and acceptance, softly touching on the subjects of illness or hardship in a way that young children can understand. Everyone likes David, the boy with flowers in his hair. He's sweet and gentle, just like...
Every Friday, in the cafeteria, one of the kids gets up in front of the whole school and does something. A performance. Today it's John's turn.
"Aliston Lester grew up on a farm by the sea. This is her story of a memorable year, the year of the palomino pony"--Publisher's description.
"This glorious underwater adventure from the creator of the award-winning One Fox: A Counting Book Thriller features a host of sea creatures from an orange crab to a green turtle, a yellow eel and even a purple puffer fish. But it all begins with one tiny pink...
"Featuring characters from "Pat the Bunny," this Easter-themed board book invites little ones to help Bunny hide his Easter eggs as they count down from five"--Publisher's description.
"Cozy up with this wintry journey! A girl and her father race their plow through a snowstorm. Will they make it to the train station in time? And who's waiting for them? This timeless seasonal classic captures the thrill of snow and the warmth of family. In...
"Mia discovers the joy of community and friendship when she and Mama share the delicious fruit from their mango tree with their new neighbors"--Publisher's description.
"In this follow up to I'm Sticking with You, Bear and Squirrel are back, and they're perfectly in tune. They make merry music, they sing the same song--it's all going great, until Chicken comes along. Chicken knows she could add something to Bear and...
"Madame Gazelle has set up a garden at playgroup and the children love it! Everyone is having a great time growing their favourite plants and vegetables, but who will grow the biggest?"--Publisher's description.
"When a poo appears somewhere it shouldn't be, an extremely inquisitive little unicorn is left wondering who on earth could have left it there. And so begins an interrogation, as the unicorn asks everyone he knows, "Did you do this poo?"--Publisher's...
"This is the book that grown-ups get WRONG. Which is awkward because there's one reading it to you right now, isn't there? I know it's all going well so far, but trust me. They always, always get it wrong eventually"--Publisher's description.
"Today feels full of opportunities! "What would you like to do?" Stillwater asks Koo. "Something important! Fix all the things that are wrong! Let us save the world," says Koo (who always speaks in haiku). But this is a very big idea for a little panda. During...
"The beats were loud, the lights were bright. The cats drank milk and danced all night. Superstar DJ Sam Francisco wants to throw the disco of the year, but he won't if their crabby neighbour has his way. Luckily, it's the people (or in this case cats) who...
"Fire is a natural part of the Australian bush. Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. Discover how the fire helps Christmas Bells grow new flowers and Wallum Banksia to open its woody seed capsules. Follow...
"We all know that sticks and stones can hurt someone, but what about words? Whether it's a comment about someone's hairstyle or their smelly lunch, we've all had the experience of accidentally hurting someone's feelings. It can be a tricky life lesson how to...
"Oliver loves birds - watching them soar into the sky and wishing that just sometimes they would stay close. So when he discovers a robin made of iron, he thinks he's found the perfect friend - even if his pet dragon isn't quite so certain! When the robin...
"The crayons are getting ready to go back to school, and each crayon has a subject they're looking forward to the most. They're also ready to meet new friends... and let loose during their very favorite time of day: art class. A humorous, small hardcover...
"Mark's rainbow cape makes him feel brave enough to be himself and make new friends, but when the cape goes missing, he worries that his confidence will disappear too"--Publisher's description.
"A young girl living on the coast of South Carolina dreams of her distant relatives on the shores of Africa and beyond. Indigo Dreaming is a poetic meditation between two young girls--on different sides of the sea--who wonder about how they are intricately...
"When the Cool Bean picks the name of the coolest of the cool beans, Beanadette, out of a hat for the annual gift exchange, he's not feeling very merry or festive -- he's feeling pressure! Beanadette is definitely expecting the coolest present of all. Will the...
"In what other place can a child "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow" without ever leaving the room? This ode to libraries is a celebration for everyone who loves stories, from seasoned readers to those just learning to love words, and it will have kids...
A sweet story that highlights a family's bond, even when they're far apart. In China, the Mid-Autumn festival is a time to celebrate and reunite with family. However, Maomao's father is away on a business trip this year, and won't be able to enjoy the holiday...
"This book is not about a dinosaur. Well, OK maybe it is! But this dinosaur can become the most amazing things - a footballer, explorer, pirate, deep-sea diver, even a hairdresser"--Publisher's description.
"Tilly has been learning all about trees and she would love to grow one. So when Grandma shows Tilly her special oak tree and they collect an acorn from the ground, they know just what to do. With help from their friends Worm and Ladybird, Tilly starts to grow...
"Miles is a difficult dog who loves to ride in his motor car. He's growing older, but a new challenge awaits when he takes to the skies. A picture book of beauty, infinite possibility, and love, which explores loss and grief in subtle and comforting ways. This...
"Are you ready to explore? 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 . . . Rocket through the solar system in this funny, fact-filled whirl around the planets. Join two junior astronauts as they discover what makes each planet unique and what might happen if you were to get too close....
"It's a jog in the park. It's a stroll on the beach. It's hike with your best friend. Whatever you do, wherever you are, find the time. Go outside"--Publisher's description.
"Discover creatures of all shapes, colors, sizes, and textures in this comprehensive volume of Eric Carle's oeuvre of animals. Eric's work has appealed to children for decades, and there is so much more of it to share! From bears in woodblock to sketches of...
"Watson is having trouble sleeping when he notices a mysterious light coming from under his covers which leads him down a path through a forest and onto a magical adventure"--Publisher's description.
"When Oskar feels sad and wants to be alone his best friend Aya helps remind him of things he loved"--Publisher's description.
"Sebastian Chameleon is always being squished, squashed and stepped on because he blends in. After the gazillionth time, he has had enough! Can Sebastian change his chameleon ways and finally stand out?"--Publisher's description.
"Crocodile hungry. What can crocodile eat? Canned ham? Too hard to open. Beef jerky? Gets stuck in teeth. Eggs? Bite shell, get toothache. Crocodile cries. Big juicy tears. Crocodile must find food. But where?"--Publisher's description.
"Pablo and his dad are ready for a fun day together at the farmer's market--what's better than a bike ride, doughnuts, and hot apple cider? But Pablo's dad says that everything Pablo picks out is too big for him. It's just no fair! What if he was in charge and...
"Come and meet the Phonobet, old Alpha Betty's twin,The set of all the sounds you use when waggling your chin.Phonobet is a modern-day, Australian answer to Dr Seuss's ABC. This very clever rhyming text takes an onomatopoeic romp through the 44 phonemes of...
"When mean and cranky family cat Oswaldo does not come home one day, Sunny is happy her life is peaceful again, but when she sees how sad her dad is without him, she soon realizes she needs to help find Oswaldo and bring him back home"--Publisher's...
"When goats Plinky and Plonky snatch buckets of jelly powder and fall into a swimming pool, they soon become stuck in jiggly, wobbly jelly. When Nee Naw's ladder can't reach them and Grandma's spoon can't scoop jelly out of the pool fast enough, Dusty the...
"Aditi the cat is loved by her little girl, but her owner is heartbroken when she disappears! Will she be found?"--Publisher's description.
"Badger is enjoying a big blueberry breakfast, his favourite food! But as he says good morning to his friends, he learns that Dog is very sad! He has lost the ball that he loves to play with. But will Badger be able to help?"--Publisher's description.
"This funny, bold and characterful picture storybook introduces young readers to the shapes, as they meet the Squares and the Triangles. Meet the squares. They are straightforward, supportive, and reliable. Squares like things to be even. But they don't get on...
"In this humorous, imaginative story, a young boy and his sister enjoy a warm bowl of soup on a chilly, rainy day. Once the boy finishes his soup, he falls asleep--and suddenly, his sister's bowl of soup has become a river that begins filling up the entire...
"Here's Clancy the quokka. So friendly and charming. His innocent face is entirely disarming. Clancy the Quokka is super cute, but also has a super cheeky habit of raiding picnic food, so when he spots a magnificent birthday cake, how can he resist? After the...
"In the prettiest parts of the Forest of Hearts, a cute little unicorn was born. Its mane was puffy, its fur SUPER fluffy... But as adorable as it looked, it didn't behave like the other unicorns in its herd. 'NO' was its favourite word! No matter how many...
"In this follow-up to Winter Sleep and Busy Spring, Wild Summer celebrates nature during the warm summer months. The beautifully-told story follows a young girl and her grandpa as they walk down a wild path towards the coast. They spot amazing plants and...
"At a time when girls weren't encouraged to be bold and daring, Australian circus rider May Wirth lived by her own rules. Instead of just looking pretty on a fancy circus pony, she longed to do thrilling stunts that would amaze crowds with their skill and...
"Tricky's having a very bad day! Then Dad has an idea. Outside it's wild, but there's a lot to explore"--Publisher's description.
"Fridays at lunch REQUIREMENTS: Must love reptiles OPEN TO: Everyone! There are lots of clubs at Rory's new school, but none seem quite right for him. He doesn't like knitting, the Astronaut Club is too intimidating and the Extra Math Homework Club is no fun...
"An exciting picture book based on the Peppa Pig special episode, Around the World! In this story, Peppa visits friends located across the globe in her very own aeroplane. With journeys to the South Pole, snowy mountain tops, the jungle and the desert, this is...
"Little Cap, a shy mushroom, sets off into the scary world to find his best friend, slug Gustav"--Publisher's description.
"Where is Peter Pan hiding? How many Dalmatians can you find? With over 40 interactive flaps to find and open, this wonderful lift-the-flap book is bursting with all your favourite Disney characters. With something new to discover on every page, what can you...
"Jaguar is feeling very lonely being all on her only! Why doesn't anyone else look like just like her? When clever Ladybird comes to play, she points out that they have more in common than Jaguar might think - they both have simply spectacular spots! Snake and...
"Little Good Wolf does not fit in with his family. No matter what Papa Wolf and Mama Wolf try, he is always cleaning his room or even playing with piggies! They have no choice but to send him to Bad School to learn to be a big, bad wolf. But Little Good Wolf's...
"Reshma loves dinnertime with her family. Her family eat with their hands – not just finger food type–eating, but hands-on squishy eating. When she’s invited to stay for dinner at her friends’ places, she finds out that they all eat in different ways. Some go...
"A little fish lost in the ocean must find a spark of light to show it the way home"--Publisher's description.
"Bring this board book to life as the little children take part in four fun Easter activities. Stroke a bunny, feed a chick, plant a flower and find egg - with robust sliders that are easy for the tiniest hands to move and joyful neon artwork, this is the...
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