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Imagine living on a farm by the water. After you finish your chores with your family, it's time to play on the beach, where the rockpools are meant for sipping on sea grass tea and dancing to the music of the waves. Jillian Packer's debut picture book...

For families in search of an engaging and interactive Chinese zodiac book for their bitty babes that not only captures their attention and teaches various animal names in two languages, but also celebrates Chinese culture! The Chinese zodiac is based on...

For families looking for an informative and fun book to introduce their bitty babes to the traditions of everyone’s favorite holiday: Chinese New Year. Readers will also learn family names in two languages while highlighting Chinese culture! “A fun...

For families looking for a fun way to teach children about the community workers in their neighborhood, this book creatively uses common Asian foods to not only captures their bitty babe’s attention to teach them career words in two languages, but also...

For families in search of an engaging and interactive Chinese zodiac book for their bitty babes that not only captures their attention and teaches various animal names in two languages, but also celebrates Chinese culture! The Chinese zodiac is based on...

For families looking for an informative and fun book to introduce their bitty babes to the traditions of everyone’s favorite holiday: Chinese New Year. Readers will also learn family names in two languages while highlighting Chinese culture! “A fun...

For families looking for a fun way to teach children about the community workers in their neighborhood, this book creatively uses common Asian foods to not only captures their bitty babe’s attention to teach them career words in two languages, but also...

For families looking for an informative and fun book to introduce their bitty babes to the traditions of everyone’s favorite holiday: Chinese New Year. Readers will also learn family names in two languages while highlighting Chinese culture! “A fun...

Four of David Walliams’ amazing picture books on one spectacular CD for the first time! Read by the author himself. 33 minutes of side-splitting stories for the very young, hilariously read by David Walliams. This unabridged CD compilation includes:THE...

Winston is wearing his brightest, yellowest sweatsuit today because it's an important day for him. It's the kind of day that only happens once a year. He hopes his friends will remember and help him celebrate. But everyone is busy, even his good friend...

For fans of Katie the Catsitter and Matilda, comes a heartwarming story for kids ages 7-10 about finding courage and discovering the possibility of new friendships.Maxime is ten years old. Her favorite things are her books and cats-especially her own...

Discover the joy and wonder of Mary Poppins in the classic adventures!The original and classic stories available now in all-new luxurious livery. Mary Poppins is in residence in Cherry Tree Lane. You can be sure that wonderful adventures will follow,...

A wondrous walkabout through the mountains from Gumbaynggirr artist Melissa Greenwood, the creator of the heart-stirring picture books Miimi Marraal, Mother Earth, My Little Barlaagany, Giinagay Gaagal, Hello Ocean and Miimi and Buwaarr, Mother and Baby...

Celebrate the spooky season with everyone’s favourite bear, Paddington – now a major movie star! Paddington Bear is getting ready for a Halloween party, strictly for family only. He can’t wait for the party to start – as soon as he gets home from trick...

A gentle lullaby that helps children wind down at the end of the day, with an appreciation of nature and respect for country. Sea breeze,stars rising high ...Night-time is here, it's time to go to sleep.Marringa, which means sleeping in the Anindilyakwa...

We’ve got a treat for you! Snuggle up with your little ghoul or goblin with this touch-and-feel Halloween extravaganza!Let your little Halloween sleuth get their hands on this delightful touch-and-feel book! Meet a lineup of adorable Halloween...

From traders to raiders, embark on an incredible voyage through Viking life and history in the first in an exciting new series from bestselling non-fiction writer David Long. The Vikings were a terrifying force that changed history across the globe –...

The complicated nuances of teenage friendship are captured perfectly in this story of summer adventure and exploration by award-winning author Keith Gray. Marshall feels the need to escape because things are so tough at home. Rory is just happy it’s the...

A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure set against the backdrop of the world’s largest e-waste dump. A search for treasure reveals the toxic consequences of modern life in this thrilling adventure...

Pioneering aviatrix Dolly Shepherd comes alive in this thrilling reimagining of her death-defying exploits from bestelling author Karen McCombie. When sixteen-year-old Dolly Shepherd is offered the chance to take to the sky in a hot-air balloon, there’s...

The Royal Family must learn to live like common people in this hilarious Barrington Stoke debut from the author of The Accidental Prime Minister. Unlucky Bertie has only gone and gambled away the entire family fortune. It's the last in a long line of...

Reluctant-reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a gentle and sensitively told story of life as a young carer. Mum won't get out of bed. His best friend has dumped him. And school work is just too difficult. Jayden wants to do the right thing – but...

A delightfully witty and tender-hearted Christmas story like none other, introducing a unique author and illustrator collaboration to make for a very special Little Gem. Jo-Jo is convinced that Christmas is cancelled – and it's all his fault. To...

Join a cast of animal characters for lots of school holiday sticker fun. Set off on holiday with this cast of friendly animal characters. Join them as they spend a day at the beach, hit the ski slopes and camp beneath the stars. Children will love...

The brilliant new heart-warming story from Luke Scriven, author and illustrator of The Little Fear. All Georgie wants to do is play with his big brother, who ALWAYS comes up with the best games and adventures! But recently, all Georgie hears is the same...

Would you rather go the theatre in ancient Greece or go to a festival? Would you rather face a cyclops or sirens? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Greece with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations,...

A heart-warming aspirational picture book for new mums and babies from First Nations tennis champion Ash Barty, with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin, the bestselling team behind Little Ash My dream for you begins earlier than dawn,in the magical days...

It’s Easter with a twist in this hilarious mix-up of eggs with legs and hot cross BUMS… Easter is a SPRINGY time of year! But SOMETHING doesn’t look right here . . .Spring into Easter with this laugh-out-loud journey through all things eggs, rabbits and...

A delightful Easter board book for very young children, with lots of things to spot including the famous little yellow duck. Explore the charming spring scenes and have fun finding the Easter eggs and the little yellow duck on every page of this...

**A NEW YORK TIMES BEST CHILDREN'S BOOK OF 2023**Caldecott Medalist Allen Say's tale of a young boy who saves a baby bird from the local bullies is filled with compassion and empathy. Based on a true story and gorgeously illustrated, this story from an...

From the author of the National Jewish Book Award Finalist Bartali’s Bicycle comes the story of Katalin Karikó, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist whose research of mRNA led to the world-altering development of the Covid-19 vaccine. Perfect for...

Come along on an adventurous journey with the world's most beloved bunny, Peter Rabbit, in The Classic Tale of Peter Rabbit and Other Cherished Stories. This beautiful Heirloom edition features illustrations by award winning artist, Charles Santore and...

Join a cast of adorable animals for some sparkly winter fun. Discover the joys of winter with this delightful sparkly book. Scenes include a snowman competition, an ice sculpture display, playing with snowballs and sledging in the park. There are...

Learn about the origin of silk alongside Princess His-Ling Chi in this wonderful adventure.Based on the ancient fable of the Silk Princess, this original story tells the history of silk in an adorable light. Charles Santore’s beautiful, best-selling...

A special new edition to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the much-loved Ruby Red Shoes Goes to Paris. Ruby Red Shoes and her grandmother are on holiday in Paris!Ruby is fizzing with excitement; her smart red shoes are aflutter as she explores cafes...

A heart-racing tale of courage, loss, friendship and family. From the nation’s favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo. Escaping from China as the Japanese invade, Ashley and Uncle Sung embark on a perilous journey across the Himalayas.When battling the...

A feminist YA horror-thriller-romance retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray by the TikTok sensation and author of The Society for Soulless Girls… Penny Paxton is the daughter of an icon. Her supermodel mother has legions of adoring fans around the...

Three favourite stories of Paddington, the beloved classic bear from Peru, are brought together in this entertaining concept book. Paddington is now a major movie star! Paddington Bear has been delighting adults and children alike with his earnest good...

WINNER OF THE LITTLE REBELS AWARDS FOR RADICAL CHILDREN’S FICTION 2024The second book in the thrilling middle grade mystery series, perfect for fans of Robin Steven’s Murder Most Unladylike. Set in eighteenth-century London, with all the fun and zest of...

Celebrate the coronation of King Charles III with this fascinating book of facts about Charles, his mother Queen Elizabeth, the Royal Family, his childhood, hobbies, home and his new royal role – perfect for 8+ and fully illustrated throughout! Did you...

From the same team who brought families Girl Dad comes a picture book celebration of boy dads everywhere!A fun read-aloud written in upbeat rhyming verse, Boy Dad is a picture book that honors the loving men who raise, nurture, and uplift their...

Featuring children’s own words and heart-warming pictures, this board book is a perfect celebration of everything there is to love about Easter! This fun-packed board book combines the things children say about Easter with irresistible illustrations of...

In a challenging world, making friends as a kid is tough. Luckily, authors Amy Weatherly and Jess Johnston are back with a new spin on their successful friendship book for women--this time to help tween and teen girls struggling with those awkward...

Lift the flaps to find Baby Bunny and meet all of her friends. Where's baby bunny gone now? Find the sweet fluffy bunny as she hops around discovering new friends in the meadow. Babies and toddlers will love lifting the flaps to find the animals, and...

A pitch-perfect rhyming celebration of mums! Amazing mums are all around!They are chatty, practical, funny, sporty … and everything between.Mums find your lost treasures. They celebrate your achievements. They love us no matter what.Discover the...