Heidi Cooper Smith

As the seasons shift, the world around us changes. Cicadas drone and clouds rumble. Fruit bats squabble and snails ooze. Leaves drift and bees bustle. Secrets of the Seasons explores the magic of a childhood spent in the Australian bush, uncovering all our beautiful and diverse land has to offer.

What kind of animals lay eggs? Where do they lay them, and how do they look after them? Meet some of Australia's incredible egg-laying animals. Starting at the sea, Hatch takes us on a journey inland and underground, to the treetops high above, and back down to a waterhole, till finally we reach the sea once more. With detailed and...

There’s a big, chocolate cake at the end of this book. If you don’t believe us, then take a quick look. But beware, for Bad Herbert is heading there too. Do you think he can get to the cake before you?

What do you do when your life is overrun by ducks and everything gets to be just a little too much? Find out in this beautifully illustrated story about a boy and his newfound flock of aquatic friends. One morning, Alexander wakes to find a duck waiting for him. As more ducks arrive, Alexander’s life overflows with fun and affection....

After stuffing themselves with treats in the pantry, six furry trespassers search for a place to sleep off their excesses. Can they avoid discovery and keep the gang together? Six Sleepy Mice is a fast-paced, fun rhyming tale of adventure and comradery, best read aloud.