Poor Dick and Sally. It’s cold and wet and they’re stuck in the house with nothing to do . . . until a giant cat in a hat shows up, transforming the dull day into a madcap adventure and almost wrecking the place in the process!
ALISON LESTER: AUSTRALIA’S CHILDREN’S LAUREATE 2012-13 Alison Lester grew up on a farm by the sea in eastern Victoria. My Farm is her story of a memorable year, the year she got a palomino pony for Christmas. Trick-riding horses, mustering cattle, training the dog, competing at the local show, feeding calves, picking mushrooms, raising a baby wombat, building cubbies, cutting hay, swimming ponies in the dam, hypnotizing chooks . . . all the activities through the seasons are depicted with child-like mischief and...
The Tale of Peter Rabbit is the original classic by Beatrix Potter. The Tale of Peter Rabbit was first published by Frederick Warne in 1902 and endures as Beatrix Potter’s most popular and well-loved tale. It tells the story of a very mischievous rabbit and the trouble he encounters in Mr McGregor’s vegetable garden! Re-originated in 2002 to mark the centenary of publication bringing it closer to the original edition, six illustrations were restored, four that were removed in 1903 to make room for endpapers and ...
Lift the flaps and join in the fun with Rod Campbell’s classic, Dear Zoo, with a host of favourite zoo animals and flaps to lift on every page. ‘I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet . . .’ Young children will love lifting the flaps to discover the animals the zoo has sent – a monkey, a lion and even an elephant! But will they ever manage to send the perfect pet?
The classic tale of three little pigs and a big bad wolf, brought to life with Richard Johnson’s stunning illustrations and ingenious pop-ups.
Squirty Fish, is the perfect waterproof book for bath time! With bright and engaging illustrations of sea creatures from Kay Vincent and an inbuilt squirter, Squirty Fish makes bath time as much fun as possible for carers, parents and babies. Turn the pages together, read the gentle rhyming story about animals in a pond - and squirt some water! The waterproof pages are durable, safe and wipe-clean for hygiene.
Keeping a few hens was once only for rural dwellers with big yards – or inner-city hippies. Now it’s mainstream and an attractive proposition wherever you live. Fluffy little recycling units that eat weeds, bugs and scraps and turn them into organic eggs – what’s not to love? Chickens are great backyard pets for young and old – they’re a natural extension for everyone with a vegie patch, and for those who like eggs but are concerned about the welfare of commercial hens. This book is the perfect reference, whet...
Somewhere in Australia, in a land of scorching sun, lived a mother kangaroo and her little joey one. 'Hop,' said the mother. 'I hop,' said the one, as they hopped over land scorched by the hot sun. Join the little joey and many more familiar animals in this glorious Australian counting book based on the classic rhyme 'Over in the Meadow'.
A wonderful gift, featuring five of the hilarious classics that made Dr. Seuss one of the best-loved children’s authors:The Cat in the HatThe Cat in the Hat Comes BackGreen Eggs and HamFox in SocksHow the Grinch Stole ChristmasWith his unique combination of hilarious stories, zany pictures and riotous rhymes, Dr. Seuss has been delighting young children and helping them learn to read for over fifty years. Creator of the wonderfully anarchic Cat in the Hat, and ranking among the UK’s top ten favourite children’s ...
Dreamtime stories tell how the Rainbow Serpent came from beneath the ground and created huge ridges, mountains and gorges as it pushed upward. The name also reflects the snake-like meandering of water across a landscape and the colour spectrum sometimes caused by sunlight hitting the water.Renowned author and artist Dick Roughsey's first paintings were on bark using the traditional pigments from soil and black from charcoal. After developing these bark paintings into a form suited to paper, he began to create ch...
Hop on board and set sail on a fun adventure with all the animals. Press the button and sing along to this much-loved nursery rhyme.
Little ones will love making some animal friends with this high-contrast board book! Children will love the adorable illustrations of well-known animals and parents scan rest easy knowing that the high-contrast imagery will engage young yes and stimulate developing minds.
Introduce little ones to the big, wide world with this high-contrast board book!Children will love the sweet illustrations of everyday objects, and parents can rest easy knowing that the high-contrast imagery will engage young eyes and stimulate developing minds.
Help little ones get excited about bed time with this high-contrast board book!Children will love the adorable illustrations of cuddly teddy bears and cosy slippers and parents can rest easy knowing that the high-contrast imagery will engage young eyes and stimulate developing minds.
Wiggle the finger puppet and enjoy a sweet tale together! Little ones will love stroking and playing with the plush puppet as they enjoy the sweet, gentle story. Bright illustrations and fun text make these books perfect for snuggling up and reading together.
The perfect introduction to numbers for Preschoolers and Early Mathemagicians! Designed for Fun! One to 4 PlayersAge: 4+Includes: 38 Tiles48 Operations (+, -, & =)
Nominated for the 2019 Kate Greenaway MedalWhy do octopuses have eight arms?Why do crabs run sideways?Are jellyfish made of jelly?Yuval Zommer's beautiful new book provides the answers to these and many more fishy questions. His wonderfully quirky illustrations show off all kinds of slippery, shimmery and surprising sea creatures, including sea turtles, whales, sharks, rays and seahorses. Chatty, funny and full of amazing facts, it will be devoured by children eager to find out about the most exciting creature...
The beloved story of The Velveteen Rabbit, the stuffed animal made real by the love of a boy, has captured our imaginations for generations. In this hardcover edition of the children’s classic re-experience the timeless tale of boundless love and the magical transformation it has on our hearts. For nearly a century, this wondrous tale of unconditional love and nursery magic has charmed both children and adults alike as they begin to believe that a velveteen rabbit toy truly can become real. Perfect for young rea...
The all-time favourite, best-selling read-aloud picture book in a gorgeous limited edition gift set with soft and cuddly plush sheep.Here is the bath sheep, and here is the bed sheep.But where is the green sheep?Mem has never owned a sheep, let alone a green one, but she does admit to having woolly thoughts from time to time. Judy loves drawing things, especially sheep. This is her first flock.Ages 3+
Peeka mirror is designed for peek-a-boo play, fostering object permanence and secure attachment through its baby-safe mirror. Let's reflect on the many benefits to your baby: sensory exploration, motor skills, and focus. Soft, safe, and textured, it stands in different positions. Recognizing yourself is an immense step in cognitive development, and it's pretty mesmerizing. Suitable for ages: Newborn and up
Four Australian classics in one little library, from much-loved and bestselling author Alison Lester. Four incredible worlds by Alison Lester are presented together in this very sweet mini library format. Imagine a perfect beach where you can splash through the waves, make sandcastles, explore rock-pools, and build a bonfire under the stars. Come to Magic Beach, where adventure begins. Imagine yourself deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, in a prehistoric swamp, then turn the page a...
From the award-winning creators of The Underwater Fancy-dress Parade and Under the Love Umbrella comes this joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are.‘Every page of this book in joyous, imaginative and life-affirming … All the Ways to be Smart is a celebration of what childhood can be, and it will likely become a classic.’ – LOUISE PFANNER, BOOKSELLER AND AUTHOR/ILLUSTRATOR OF THE ‘LOUISE BUILDS ...’ SERIES, BOOKS+PUBLISHINGAbout the AuthorDavina Bell is a writer f...
Discover what makes every Cancer baby special! This perfect book for your little star is part of a gorgeous and 100% giftable 12-book astrology board book series that shares gentle thoughts about the characteristics of a child born under each star sign.Dear little Cancer, did you know that you are creative, spontaneous, and loving?Every Cancer baby and toddler (born June 21 to July 22) is going to need this charming, gentle board book, which allows grown-ups and children to share the many lovely qualities tha...
A charming and very funny tribute to the children's classic, to appeal to mums everywhere. The day Mum didn't get dressed and went on strike, Dad called her 'a Wild Thing' and Mum said 'Cook your own dinner' and stomped off upstairs to have a bath . . .In this hilarious, touching homage to Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are, a worn-out mum finds herself floating across time and space to the place where the Wild Mums are. Dazzled by her party tricks, they crown her Queen of the Wild Mums and try to entice...
