Give Me Some Space by Philip Bunting

$19.99 AUD

Category: picture books

The official story chosen for ALIA NATIONAL SIMULTANEOUS STORYTIME 2021, TO BE CELEBRATED ALL ACROSS AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND! "Una dreams of a life in Space. Life on Earth is just so so-so. But how will she get there? And will she complete her mission to discover life in Space? And did she remember t o feed Neil the goldfish?" This year NSS takes place on Wednesday 19 May 2021 at 11:00am from the International Space Station and we would love it if you could join us by sharing Give Me Some Space written and illustrated by Philip Bunting. Everyone can join NSS, it doesn't matter whether you are at home, a school, a public library or even a university library! Help us get #1MillionKidsReading! For more information and to register your event visit: alia.org.au/nss.   ...Show more

The Unwilling Twin by Freya Blackwood

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

THE NEW PICTURE BOOK FROM SEVEN-TIME CBCA BOOK OF THE YEAR WINNER FREYA BLACKWOOD Jules and George are the same in every way. It is quite impossible to tell them apart. Like all twins, Jules and George do everything together. But after a long, hot day at the beach, even twins sometimes disagree... From multi-award-winning picture book creator Freya Blackwood comes a cheeky and charming story about the ups and downs of sibling love. ...Show more

What We'll Build: Plans for Our Together Future (HB) by Oliver Jeffers

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

A spectacular new title from world-renowned artist Oliver Jeffers, creator of the million-copy selling, global phenomenon Here We Are! What shall we build, you and I? I'll build your future and you'll build mine. We'll build a watch to keep our time. A father and daughter set about laying the foundation s for their life together. Using their own special tools, they get to work; building memories to cherish, a home to keep them safe and love to keep them warm. From renowned, internationally bestselling picture-book creator and visual artist, Oliver Jeffers, comes this rare and enduring story about a parent's boundless love, life's endless opportunities and all we need to build a together future. ...Show more

No Reading Allowed: The WORST Read-Aloud Book Ever by Raj Haldar; Chris Carpenter

$27.99 AUD

Category: picture books

From the #1 NEW YORK TIMES bestselling authors of P IS FOR PTERODACTYL comes another hilarious, fresh look at the English language! The hero had super vision. The hero had supervision. Man, a tea sounds great. Manatee sounds great! Sir Francies Bacon Sir, France is bakin'! What is going on here?! You ca n't believe everything you hear! A single word can have many different meanings. And sometimes two words that sound alike can be spelled completely differently. Ptolemy the pterodactyl is back to show us all how absurd and fun language can be when homophones, homonyms, and tricky punctuation are at play! No Reading Allowedallows children and their parents to laugh together while also learning something new. Perfect for baby gifts, birthday gifts, teacher gifts, and anyone who finds humor in the absurdity of the English language. ...Show more

Snowman's Wish by Sophie Masson; Ronak Taher (Illustrator)

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

The Odds (#1) by Matt Stanton

$14.99 AUD

Category: picture books | Series: The Odds

They're invaders from another world. Your imagination. Kip is a quiet kid in a loud city. She's easy to miss and that's the way she likes it.Then, one day, Kip's quiet life is suddenly interrupted. Ten of her favourite characters have stepped out of their worlds and into hers.But what happens when a dra gon-hunting rabbit leaves his comic strip? When an old man leaves his picture book? When a ninja leaves her TV show, a race-car driver leaves their video game, and a dinosaur turns up from Kip's nightmares? From million-copy bestseller Matt Stanton comes the start of a hilarious and heart-filled graphic novel series about identity, imagination and discovering who you are.Meet The Odds ... because fitting in is overrated. ...Show more

The Grinny Granny Donkey (HB) by Craig Smith

$17.99 AUD

Category: picture books

The Grinny Granny Donkey is the third book from Craig Smith and Katz Cowley, the creative team behind the Scottish Granny internet sensation, The Wonky Donkey! At a time when bringing stories of laughter, hope, kindness and courage to children seems more important than ever, The Grinny Granny Donkey de livers a heartwarming hug and a dose of laugh-out-loud family fun in honour of grannies everywhere. This hee-haw funny story by Craig Smith and beautiful illustrations by Katz Cowley guarantee that The Grinny Granny Donkey will become a new favourite picture book. ...Show more

The Quokka's Guide to Happiness by Alex Cearns

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

Meet the Quokka. Miniature marsupial, tourist attraction and the happiest animal on the planet. Unique to Rottnest Island and small areas of the West Australian coast, these cute little critters have featured in more selfies than the Kardashians - no pouting necessary, just an adorable smile!Featuring s tunning photography from award-winning Alex Cearns, and uplifting quotes, The Quokka's Guide to Happiness is a gorgeous compilation sure to bring a cheeky little grin to anyone's face. ...Show more

Hello Jimmy by Anna Walker

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

One day, a parrot appears on the doorstep. His name isJimmy. Dad thinks Jimmy is amazing. He's loud, he's funny and he's full of surprises! But Jack doesn't like surprises. Not at all...  

Old Man Emu (HB) by John Williamson; Simon McLean (Illustrator)

$19.99 AUD

Category: picture books

This iconic Australian song tells the very funny tale of the emu and its many traits - good and bad- Hecan't fly, but I'm telling you, he can run the pants off akangaroo!The story compares the emu to lots of other Australian birds (galah, cockatoo, wedge-tail eagle, kookaburra) and of course to the kang aroo, providing wonderful opportunities for hilarious illustrations. It's the song that launched John Williamson's career way back in 1970. John performed the song on the TV talent quest of the day, 'New Faces' and won first place, which led him to his first recording contract with Fable Records. It still remains one of John Williamson's most popular songs.   ...Show more

Hector and His Highland Dancers (HB) by Anthony Sevil; Amy Calautti (Illustrator)

$24.99 AUD

Category: picture books

An Australian chicken breeder, Mr McFowler, fails to win competitions with his prized chicken, Hector, mainly because Hector had a nose pecking habit and an inability to remain still when being judged. Mr McFowler was downcast as he felt Hector was the best bird he had ever bred and his greatest chance of winning Champion Bird of the Show. Mr McFowler, of Scottish descent loves to play old Scottish songs in his shed and sometimes dance to them. One day Hector starts dancing with him to his records. Mr McFowler sees an opportunity and he and Hector train the other chickens to become Highland Dancers. Mr McFowler is a resourceful man and makes things to aid with training. He dusts off his bagpipes and provides the music for the troupe. It was a difficult task for Hector to mould the sometimes-reluctant individual chickens into a precision team. He eventually succeeds and they perform at local agricultural shows, the the Sydney Royal and finally get an invitation to perform at the famous Edinburgh Tattoo in Scotland, where they woo audiences with their amazing precision performance. They are feted and Mr McFowler is very proud that his prized chicken, which failed to become a champion show bird, was now a champion leader of a successful highland dance troupe. Mr McFowler, a romantically na ve bachelor, even makes a surprising romantic connection ...Show more

Santagram by Sophie Masson; Shiloh Gordon (Illustrator)

$17.99 AUD

Category: picture books

Santa’s mailbox is overflowing. Santa loves getting letters, but the elves are FED UP with sorting through the huge piles of mail. Surely an app would be better – quick, easy and heaps of fun! They’ll call it ‘Santagram’. But once the letters stop arriving, will they be missed? Can Santa use social medi a? And should he? This is a Christmas story with a twist that will have the whole family laughing out loud.   ...Show more