Kids, Teens & YA

How far would you go to find yourself? The lyrical, life-affirming novel from the bestselling author of Private Peaceful and War Horse. There were dozens of us on the ship, all up on deck for the leaving of Liverpool, gulls wheeling and crying over our...

Everyone’s favourite family cat, Mog is loved by children everywhere for her funny and warm-hearted escapades. Mog the Forgetful Cat was first published in 1970 and has never been out of print! The classic picture book story of a very forgetful cat, her...

“From the top of your head to the tips of your toes Learn all about health from a cool cat who knows!” In this delightful book, Dr. Seuss’ famous Cat in the Hat explains to young readers all the different ways to stay healthy. This title and others...

“The T. Rex was strong, with teeth sharp as knives. When most dinos saw him, they ran for their lives!” And so Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to the fiercest of all the many extinct reptiles featured in this exciting exploration of...

This classic children’s book is perfect for young and reluctant readers, thanks to its clever repetition and use of only 24 words! Out of Bed, To the Window, Through the Woods… Whoooo!It’s scares for little bears in this classic children’s book for...

Milo and Jay have always been best friends . . . until one day, a green-eyed monster appears! A book about dealing with jealousy, from the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series by Tom PercivalBe open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little...

Tilda's world is just as she likes it - until, one day, it turns completely upside down! From the bestselling Big Bright Feelings series by Tom PercivalBe open, be honest, be you! Big Bright Feelings for little people.Tilda's world is just as she likes...

When the Daniels sisters head out for their annual week's stay at Camp Caracara they anticipate making many more good memories at one of their favorite places in the world. But from the very start, Amber realizes that this year's time at camp is going to...

Ever had an itch you couldn't scratch? Hairy-Nosed Wombat has one, and somebody has chopped down his favourite scratching tree!Join our marsupial hero on an itchity, scratchity adventure as he tries to find the perfect place to scratch his butt.Itchity,...

Age range 9 to 14Emma Johnston AO FTSE FRSN is the Dean of Science at the University of New South Wales and President of Science & Technology Australia. She is an authority in marine ecology and a former Pro Vice-Chancellor at UNSW...

Age range 10 to 13Skye Blackburn-Lang is an entomologist and food scientist who has combined her two specialities and high energy entrepreneurial spirit to become a world leader in developing nutritious superfoods for a sustainable future from insects...

Age range 9 to 14Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.Professor Ajay Rane is the Director of Urogynaecology at Townsville University...

Age range 9+Growing up in London, Michelle's interests frequently bumped up against expectations of girls which she pushed through, including her love of playing soccer and chess, and later, her passion for science and technology. Professor Simmons is...

Age range 9 to 14Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.Gisela Kaplan's story begins in post-World War II Germany. Despite incredible...

Age range 9 to 14Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsEddie Woo has already packed a lot into his short life. Australian High School...

Age range 9 to 14'Life is about making a difference,' Munjed says. 'We all have a mission in life, to leave behind a legacy.' His resilience, determination and view of the world as a glass half full, not half empty,...

Age range 9 to 14Georgia Ward-Fear is most famous for her research into shifting ecological paradigms and animal behaviour. She is also an adventurer, travelling extensively in her sea kayak.Georgia Ward-Fear's conservation journey has seen her...

Age range 10-13Aussie STEM Stars is an inspiring children's series that celebrates Australia's world-leading experts in Science, Technology, Engineering and MathematicsScientia Professor Sahajwalla, 2022 NSW Australian of the Year, is founder and...

Explore Australia's spectacular natural world!Colour along as you discover fascinating facts about Australia's wondrous wildlife, from birds and butterflies to wallabies and whales, along with crystals, fossils and other marvels of nature.This...

Age range 3+Lucy loves bugs. She loves big bugs and teeny tiny bugs. Colourful, glamorous bugs and weird, blobby bugs. She loves watching bugs, drawing bugs, reading about bugs and talking about bugs. She loves bugs that decorate their homes, bugs that...

Age range 3+Dive into the fun-filled world of Dino Gang!Trio the Triceratops, Roary the Tyrannosaurus rex and Fern the Brachiosaurus are Melbourne Museum's most lovable and adventurous new pals, and they're here to take you on a behind-the-scenes tour of...

Age range 3+What kinds of Cretaceous creatures roam the forest at night?Join Horridus the Triceratops and Archie the Avisaurus as they explore the undergrowth and discover the magic of a twilight stroll through the trees in this second instalment of the...

Age range 5+The Quest for Kool follows the adventures of an intrepid palaeontologist echidna named Tacho. Her all-time favourite animal is the Koolasuchus, and her greatest wish is to meet one of these long-extinct amphibians in the flesh. So she invents...

Age rang: 3+Join Horridus the Triceratops and Archie the Avisaurus on their Cretaceous quest to unlock the secrets of Hidden Valley.Along the way they'll encounter lakes, mountains, Tyrannosaurs, Pterosaurs and a distinct lack of decent snacks.Will they...

*CBCA 2022 Notable Book: Eve Pownall Award*Age range 6 to 9Seal has made his home in the waters of a coastal village, but he often finds himself trapped and ensnared in the plastic rubbish filling the Bay. Fortunately, he is rescued by Lizzie and Grandpa...

Ever met a thingadonta or seen a fangaroo? What about a gigantic titanosaur or a mighty diprotodon? Come on an Aussie fossil adventure and explore prehistoric life down under. Discover amazing animals unique to Australia.Danielle Clode, the award-winning...

**Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature, Winner 2017****CBCA, Notable Award for Picture Book of the Year 2017****CBCA, Notable Award for Eve Pownell Information Book of the Year 2017**Age range 3+On a tiny island lives a waddle...

A smirking boy shuffled past the door, and Marion, hands shaking, quickly turned the key in the lock. It was Cotterson, the boy from Sewers Canal who wanted to burn the Sobraon. Her heart jolted.The barge had delivered the Forty Thieves onto the...

Age range 3 to 6Yiasou! That's hello in Greek!Or would you like to speak Chinese? What about Italian or Korean? Murinhpatha or Kaurna?Meet 12 Australian friends who can speak different languages. They tell us how to count from 1 to 10, say hello...

Age range 6 to 9Little Brother is told by his brother and his friends that he's too small to help out at the Spring Festival. He's too little to fly a kite and he's not strong enough to hold a dragon pole. But Father says he has a special job to do. What...

Age range 6+Stephanie Owen Reeder's Heritage Heroes series celebrates stories of incredible survival, persistence and resilience by young people. This book binds together the five original, beloved stories with two brand new ones:Brave Bee and the...