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Taniwha tells the poetic, touching story of a young boy who meets a taniwha when visiting his nearby river. It's a poignant tale of friendship and belief, while also conveying the significance of the taniwha figure to wider Māori life and culture.

An explosive new spy series for Alex Rider fans who love breathless plot, cutting-edge tech, and action-packed adventure. “Hi-tech, hi-spec and high adventure. This is the next generation of super spies. I loved it.” — EOIN COLFER, bestselling author of Artemis Fowl Selected as The Week Junior's Top 5 Action-Packed Adventures “A gripping, ingenious, thrilling read that you won't be...

Dare you step inside the dark realm of mythical monsters, legendary spirits, and terrifying tricksters? Meet the magical, mystical, and miraculous! This exceptional visual guide is not for the fainthearted, bringing you up against fire-breathing dragons, shapeshifting beasts, and much, much more... How do you create a chimera? Can you spot a kappa from a kraken? Why do banshees scream...

A Father's Day picture book from funny guy Adrian Beck that will have the whole family laughing. Warning - Do not show this book to dads! This book is full of DAD JOKES that are embarrassing, goofy and NOT FUNNY! A trip to the zoo with Dad means seeing lots of animals... and hearing plenty of dad jokes too! A...

Dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Hollywood's most famous director, Steven Spielberg. It's the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers—as well as fans of all ages! This Little Golden Book about Steven Spielberg—the Academy Award-winning director of iconic films such as Jaws, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, Jurassic Park, Schindler's List, and the Indiana Jones original film trilogy—is...

A fun pop-up and flaps board book for curious preschoolers who love cuddly animals. Find Meggi the Monkey and her cuddly animal friends hiding behind flaps and popping up from the pages in this playful book for little ones. Meggi the Monkey loves to dance, jump, sing, and climb. She would love her friends to play too. But where are...

On the beach, on the waves and under the sea – find lots of ocean things in this colourful pop-up book. With 15 pop-ups and beautifully stylish illustrations by Ingela P. Arrhenius, this is a first pop-up book to treasure. Pop-up Ocean offers an engaging and interactive experience for readers young and old alike.

Three nine-piece jigsaws of tractors and a Poppy and Sam story book, in a sturdy box. Join Poppy, Sam, Ted, and his tractor for lots of fun on Apple Tree Farm with this wonderful book and jigsaw collection. Little children will love looking through the story book and completing the simple 9-piece jigsaws—each measuring 17 x 17 cm when complete—to...

Get ready for a new Pokémon adventure in this action-packed chapter book! Join Ash, Pikachu, and friends as they discover some new and exciting Pokémon. Embark on an epic adventure with Ash and Goh as they meet a mischievous Grookey and find out how a vision of a mysterious Galarian Ponyta leads Chloe on an exciting quest. This epic chapter...

All your favourite Pokémon game characters jump out of the screen into the pages of this action-packed manga! A stylish omnibus edition of the best-selling Pokémon Adventures manga, collecting all the original volumes of the series you know and love. The finale of the Ruby & Sapphire arc crescendos with a battle between Legendary Pokémon Kyogre and Groudon! And, in...

A swashbuckling adventure from Australia's Children's Laureate Can you still love your father, no matter what his crimes are? Twelve-year-old Ben Huntsmore is the son of a shipowner, an only child who loves the farming life on his mother's family estate, Badger's Hill. But when Ben's father loses their ancestral home in 1809 as payment for a gambling debt, Ben...

An award-winning story in te reo Māori about how a new baby needs time to hatch and grow, for all young brothers- and sisters-in-waiting. Ahea RAWA pao ai te hua? This Māori-language story is for all children eagerly awaiting a new sibling. Kia oho a Pipi, ka pekepeke ia? 'E kao, Kiwi Iti, taria te wa.' He korero ataahua mo...

The popular Italian tale of an irrepressible puppet that comes to life. Once upon a time, there was a piece of wood... So begins the famous tale by Carlo Collodi about Pinocchio, the carefree puppet, and his journey to become a real boy. This lively retelling has been written especially for children learning to read, with advice from an expert...

Picture Dictionary offers over 1,000 words illustrated and defined for young children. Delightful illustrations and clear definitions combine to make this the ideal first dictionary. Words are shown in context to help children understand how they are used, and colourful alphabet strips along the edges of the pages aid navigation. There's also user-friendly information on how to use a dictionary,...

Brighten up your phonics classroom display with these 44 Sounds Cards! Make learning phonics fun with these bright and colourful display cards for beginner readers, which introduce 44 letter sounds. Phonic Books Dandelion 44 Sounds Cards is a fun and educational way to learn phonics for beginner readers. Children aged 3-7 can practice letter sounds through interactive learning, with 44...

Phineas and Ferb: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 3 collects more of their comic adventures in their original release order—many never collected in a trade paperback before! With school out for summer, stepbrothers Phineas and Ferb are determined to make every day an exciting adventure. They channel their creativity into various inventive projects, transforming their backyard into a hub of fun...

Phineas and Ferb: Classic Comics Collection, Volume 2 collects more of their comic adventures in their original release order—many never collected in a trade paperback before! School is out for summer, and stepbrothers Phineas and Ferb have decided to make each day an adventure! Their inventions end up causing trouble for their sister, Candace, who can never get their mother...

Pete the Cat makes his I Can Read Comics debut! From New York Times bestselling author-illustrator team James and Kimberly Dean comes the very first I Can Read Comics Level One book in the Pete the Cat series! In Pete the Cat: Making New Friends, Secret Agent Meow, also known as Pete the Cat, is ready to crack the case!...

Peppa Pig: Practise with Peppa: Wipe-Clean Telling the Time Practise telling the time with Peppa Pig and friends! Practise first telling the time skills with Peppa. Add the big and little hands to clock faces, learn time words such as 'o'clock', 'half past' and 'quarter past', and fill in the times on digital clocks. Perfect for young readers who are...

An exciting board book with things to push, pull or slide on every page! Help Peppa and George save the day in this interactive and fun board book! There's something to do on every page. Push and pull the sliders to jump aboard the fire engine, climb up the ladder and use the hose to squirt water. Little hands will...

These four books are packed full of unicorns, mermaids, narwhals, and dragons! Join Peppa and George in their brilliant adventures playing with mermaids, unicorns, narwhals, and dragons! Perfect for little readers, this is a charming collection of chunky books featuring everyone's favourite Peppa Pig characters, presented in a beautiful slipcase box. A great gift for fans of Peppa, the backs...

Join Peppa and George and piece together five funny jigsaw scenes! This brilliant book comes with FIVE huge Peppa jigsaw puzzles. Join Peppa and George in five fun scenes packed with bugs, balloons, and dancing. Everyone loves jigsaws! Want more Peppa? Also available: Peppa Pig: Peppa's Magical Creatures Peppa Pig: Peppa's Fire Engine Peppa Pig: Dream Big, Peppa!

Peppa Pig: Peppa's Diwali Sticker Activity Book invites you to celebrate Diwali with Peppa and George in a delightful sticker activity format. Join Peppa and George as they learn all about Diwali through engaging activities and puzzles. Help them dress up, prepare the feast, and celebrate this special occasion with their family.

Use your magnets to give Peppa her best day ever! A lovely magnet book full of Peppa's favourite things! Peppa Pig: Peppa's Best Day Ever takes you on a fun-filled adventure with Peppa and her family as they enjoy a day out in town. They are having the best day ever, and you can join in by moving your magnets...

Grab your crayons, pencils and pens, and get ready for an amazing colouring adventure with Peppa! Peppa sails across the ocean, visits the dinosaur park, and even flies in a rocket in space in these fun activities. Fans of Peppa will love these easy-to-colour pages, filled with brilliant scenes! There are 64 pages to keep little ones entertained for hours....

Peppa's playgroup gets a very special visit from Dr Brown Bear and Nurse Fox. It's People Who Help Us day at playgroup, so Peppa and her friends get a very special visit from Dr Brown Bear and Nurse Fox! They've come to show the children how to keep fit, eat healthy snacks and, most importantly, always remember to wash their...

Help Peppa to put on her favourite outfits in this new dressing-up sticker book. Peppa and her friends love dressing-up! This book is packed with stickers to help Peppa put on her favourite outfits and decorate the scenes. Perfect for little piggies with big imaginations! Discover endless fun and creativity with Peppa Pig: Peppa Dress-Up Sticker Book.

It's time for sticker and activity fun with Peppa and friends at playgroup! Peppa Pig: Peppa at Playgroup Sticker Activity Book invites you to join Peppa and her friends as they head to playgroup. This amazing book is packed full of stickers, activities, and colouring, ensuring hours of fun for any Peppa fan. Help Peppa colour, stick, and draw her...

Celebrate your mummy with this adorable board book brought to you by Peppa Pig and her little brother, George! This delightful story shows the many reasons why Peppa and George love their mummy, from her comforting cuddles to her fierce fire fighting. Show your mummy just how special she is with the perfect present for Mummy Pigs and little readers...

The number one selling format from the number one pre-school brand - Peppa Pig! This cute Little Library includes six mini Peppa Pig classic fairy tale adventure books in a beautiful slipcase box. Join Princess Peppa Pig and Prince George in their wonderful fairy tale castle up in the clouds and read their stories time and time again. Based on...

In this brand new story, Peppa learns that sharing your worries can help them to disappear. Mummy Pig is worried they're going to be late for lunch at Granny and Grandpa Pig's house. Daddy Pig is worried that it might rain. And George is worried about driving his little car downhill in case it goes too fast. But Peppa isn't...

Dive into the sandy shores with PD McPem's Agency for Mysterious Mysteries: The Baffling Beach Bandit in an unforgettable beach adventure! PD and her classmates are all set for a day of sun and sea, but the excitement takes an unexpected turn when they discover somebody has sunk the lifeboats. As Detective PD McPem and her team investigate, they unravel...

When pets go missing on the day of the big parade, Penelope Dolores "PD" McPem is on the case! It's West Bay Primary School's annual Pet Parade and Miss Harnett's Year One class is excited to showcase their lovable companions. Budding detective PD McPem is particularly keen to show off her clever canine assistant, Scooter. But the arrival of her...

An adorable graphic novel series about best friends, cute dogs, and all the fun (and trouble) that comes with them. This funny and heartwarming series is the Baby-Sitters Club for pets, and perfect for readers aged 8+. Meet best friends Gabby, Priya, and Mindy. They're different in just about every way, but they have a few important things in common—they're...

Tom Palmer’s bestselling WWI novel, based on the true story of war hero and footballing legend Jack Cock. Over the Line captures the proudest moment of Jack's life – his debut as a professional footballer. Now he has a chance to achieve his dream of playing for his country. But it's 1914 and the world is at war. Talk of...

A tear-off pad of beautiful patterned and coloured paper plus instructions for making five different origami models. Includes 100 sheets of patterned paper plus simple, step-by-step instructions for making five different designs – a swan, butterfly, sailing boat, fox, and frog. A lovely gift - no need for extra materials as all the paper to make 100 origami creations is...

On the Go! Jokes for Kids is the perfect collection of over 250 kid-friendly travel jokes that will keep you and your friends and family laughing out loud on the plane, in a car, by boat, or train! Beat backseat boredom on a road trip or as you travel for the holidays, with jokes that will have everyone cracking up....

Spring is here, and it's time to plant the garden. We're planning to grow tomatoes, lettuce, and herbs — and maybe even add some worms! What else should we plant? Which flowers are best for attracting bees? And how do we care for everything? Learn all about gardens and gardening in this engaging tour through a plant nursery — packed...

Packed with tips, hints and advice on all the tricks needed to be a super spy, including how to write and break codes, how to use disguises to avoid detection and how to stalk and shadow enemy spies effectively. Everything a good spy needs to know about secret codes, disguises, shadowing and observation skills. This essential guide to spying is...

Discover a whole new dimension of Minecraft with Minecraft: The Official Pop-Up, an interactive book that takes you on an eye-catching journey as you craft, gather and explore! Dive into the open world of Minecraft in this intricate, interactive pop-up book! Featuring five lively 'pops,' each new page brings delight as you take on creepers, zombies, and Endermen. Never-before-seen, original...

This Precious Moments® Catholic Bible, with classic full-colour illustrations and special study helps, is the perfect choice for celebrating the special milestones in the life of your child. This beautiful gift can become a usable keepsake for Baptism or First Communion, and it can be the Bible your child carries to Mass. It contains the full Catholic canon, along with...

All Aboard! Now back in print! A rollicking retelling of the story of Noah’s ark—one of the greatest stories in the Bible—and a timely reminder that our world and its inhabitants need our care. Noah's Ark is a delightful story where Noah is pleased that his ark is completed just in time for the great flood, offering protection to all...

This beautiful Bible shows every tween girl she’s totally unique and special. Packed with exciting features that help tween girls better understand themselves and Scripture, the NIV Ultimate Bible for Girls teaches girls that the Bible is real, relevant, and, best of all, that the story of God and his people is also their story. This feature-filled Bible from the...

Another gorgeous YA rom-com from Chinese Australian author Ann Liang. Leah Zhang has spent her whole life in LA - it's all she's ever known. But after accidentally wishing her cousin ill health and a very depressing marriage at her wedding, her parents stage an intervention. She's forgotten most of her Mandarin, has zero regard for etiquette, and can't hold...

Will Sahar become the Gems' newest member? Sahar has only recently arrived in Australia but she's already found friends in Sienna, Lily and Maia. And when she sees them practising their netball moves, something inside Sahar sparks. Having never played netball before though, she doesn't believe she could be the player the Gems need - that is, until she gets...

Why does Prani feel she has disappointed the Gems? Prani is the comedian of the Gems. She never takes anything too seriously, even netball, and loves having fun with her teammates. But when Coach Janet enters the Gems in a netball tournament and asks them to use set plays, everything changes. Now that there are more rules on the court,...

Take your kids on an adventure through God's Word with the #1 Bible for kids! Do you want to take your kids on an adventure through the Bible? The New American Standard Bible, 1995 Text edition of the bestselling Adventure Bible® will get them excited about God’s Word! Kids will be captivated by the full-colour features that make reading Scripture...

Graphic novel fans, prepare yourselves for a trip you won’t soon forget! New York Times bestselling author Dan Gutman and veteran illustrator Jim Paillot have brought you a second zany My Weird School Graphic Novel! A.J. and his friends have the chance to win a trip to Dizzyland—if they can finish 5,000 books first. Dr. Carbles, the evil president of...

Curious minds can visit deep blue oceans, lush rainforests and dusty deserts, and find out about day and night and the seasons. With lots to spot and talk about, vivid illustrations and simple language, this is a fun and entertaining way to introduce little children to the world they live in.

These simply written board books remind little ones of God’s enduring love, his nearness, and his protection. From the author of the bestselling The Jesus Storybook Bible, Sally Lloyd-Jones, and award-winning illustrator Jago, comes this 4-book boxed set of board books, which encourages young and old alike to remember that we are all loved in very special ways by God....

A nonfiction Little Golden Book about an American leader every child should know. Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr. Day with this Little Golden Book biography all about the civil rights leader! The perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers. This Little Golden Book captures the essence of Martin Luther King, Jr. for the littlest readers. They'll learn how his...

My Gran Does Karate tells the tale of an extraordinary grandmother who is anything but ordinary. She knows how to block and chop, and she’s mastered the art of kicking and spinning. Don’t let her wrinkles and old skinny bones fool you — this gran is REALLY strong! This legendary lady is about to Hi-Yah her way into your heart...

Eddie and the bear are back, but can it be true? Yes! They're inseparable! Eddy is feeling sad and so is the Bear. They both wish they had a friend to talk to. All they’ve got are their teddies, and teddies can’t talk. Or can they? A great first look at friendship and feelings from master picture book maker, Jez...

Introduce your little one to the joys of fishing in this interactive activity book full of fishy fun! Use the cardboard cut-outs to build a fishing reel and cast your line for the big catch. My First Tackle Box has everything young anglers need for fishing fun. Catch fish with the fishing rod, organise your gear, measure your catch with...

Introduce your little one to the joys of golf in this interactive activity book full of fun! Use the cardboard cut-outs to pack your golf bag, rack the sand trap, and hit your ball for a hole in one! My First Golf Bag has everything young golfers need for a day on the course. Grab your tees, take a practice...

The ideal first book to introduce parts of the body to toddlers. My First Body is packed with colourful images to help build the foundation of early learning. Help your toddler learn all about the human body in My First Body. With colourful, bright pictures of parts of the body alongside clear word-labels, your little one will discover faces, legs,...

"Look at the polar bears," said Terry. "You see that one on the left, the fatter one? That’s our dad – our real dad. But you’re not to tell." Drawing on Michael Morpurgo's own childhood experience of first seeing his real father on television, My Father Is a Polar Bear tells the story of two young brothers rediscovering their birth...

WARNING: This series will split your gills! This EPIC dad loves adventure! Things don’t always go to plan when this dad is around, but one thing is for sure – he never gives up and he always has fun (well, mostly!) If you thought camping was a challenge, wait until you see what happens when he takes the kids fishing!...

A bumper book for little learners bursting with myths and legends from all around the globe. This exciting introduction to myths and legends is brimming with magical stories from the very furthest corners of the world. From the long lost city of Atlantis to the mischievous eight-legged god Anansi, get ready for a world of adventure and magic. Read about...

Andrew was a little boy who didn't have anyone to play with. When a scruffy ginger cat arrives at his house, Andrew learns how to be gentle with her, and they become firm friends. My Cat Maisie is available in paperback.

Kiah's Edition is the Indigenous version of the best-selling title My Body! What I Say Goes! It is a book designed to help children protect their bodies from inappropriate touch through age-appropriate body safety and consent skills. Illustrated by award-winning Indigenous artist Jasmine Seymour and piloted with First Nations students, children will be empowered to say in a strong and...

Empower children with disability with crucial knowledge of body safety and consent. This book teaches children with disability about body safety and consent and provides them with essential skills to recognise unsafe situations. Using age-appropriate language and illustrations, it addresses the needs and challenges often faced by children with disability, helping them understand their rights regarding their bodies and personal...

ADVENTURE LIES BEYOND THE CAT FLAP! Your favourite duo are back… Murray and Bun! Murray is a cat. Murray loves snoozing, fluffy blankets, and peace and quiet. Bun is a bun. Bun loves… EVERYTHING! And together they are unstoppable! SOMETIMES Murray’s enchanted cat flap leads to the garden… but mostly it leads to ADVENTURE! And when Murray and Bun travel...

A new board book edition of this hugely popular story from the Mr McGee series by a legend in the world of children's literature, Pamela Allen. Mr McGee & the Biting Flea begins with Mr McGee setting out to play, heading down to the beach one windy day... When along comes a jumping, biting flea. Mr McGee cries out, "OOOO!...

The hilariously funny full-colour graphic novel series from award-winning author and illustrator of the Pizazz series, Sophy Henn. Perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey, Dogman and Donut Squad! You won't be able to contain your giggles! – Harriet Muncaster, author and illustrator of Isadora Moon Welcome to HAPPY HILLS, where you’ll find epic LOLS, dramatic ACTION scenes, a scattering...

This is a Little Golden Book retelling of Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru! In the latest instalment of one of the most successful animated franchises of all time, Minions: The Rise of Gru takes us back to bad with the origin story of young Gru and his Minions. This Little Golden Book retells the mischief and the heartfelt story...

If you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie, you’ll love this book! Spot the zombies and their variations lurking in these official Minecraft search-and-find scenes! Did you hear that? A groan. There it goes again! But where is that pesky zombie? Journey across the dimensions, spotting zombies and other mobs in ten incredible scenes and patterns. Will you be able to spot...

Mindfulness is a simple introduction to mindfulness. During challenging times, children can feel quite anxious. Learning mindfulness techniques from a young age will help them build resilience and reduce anxiety and stress as they grow into adulthood. Discussion questions for parents, caregivers, and educators are included. Suitable for ages 2 to 6. This book is part of the Little BIG...

The right book might just change your life ... Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home. Now Mim has arrived in wonderful Venice,...

The right book might just change your life ... Mim Cohen roams the world in a travelling bookshop, with her dad and brother and a horse called Flossy. Flossy leads them where she will, to the place where they're needed most ... the place where the perfect book will find its way home. Now Mim has arrived in the Cotswolds,...

The bestselling Cupcake Diaries series is now available in graphic novel format! In this adaptation of the sixth book, Mia's Baker's Dozen, Mia finds that one more in the mix is always better! Mia loves all her friends in the Cupcake Club, and things are good at home with her new stepdad and stepbrother and going to her dad’s house...

The bestselling Cupcake Diaries series is now available in graphic novel format! In this adaptation of the second book, new girl Mia tries to find her place at the Cupcake Club’s school. When Mia arrives at her new school, her goal is to be open to and friendly with everyone, but everyone at Park Street School fits into a clique....

Discover three classic Meg and Mog adventures in one spellbinding book! Join Meg the witch and Mog the cat on three magical adventures in this spellbinding book! Discover three classic Meg and Mog stories in this magical collection, perfect for reading together! It includes: Meg's Eggs - When Meg casts a spell to make some eggs, she gets a dinosaur-shaped...

The third book in a warm and beautifully observed farm adventure series from Nicola Baker, star of Our Farm in the Dales. Perfect for readers 8+ and fans of Jacqueline Wilson, Michael Morpurgo, Dick King Smith and The Snow Foal. With stunning illustrations from Rachael Dean throughout. It's summer at Whistledown Farm and there's plenty for Ava to do –...

Join Spider-Man and his superpowered friends as they learn about the world's coolest insects, spiders, and more in this engaging Level 1 reader. Get ready for some web-slinging, fact-packed action! With colourful photographs, iconic character illustrations from Marvel comics, and hilarious commentary by beloved Avengers, learning has never been this fun. The Avengers aren't the only superpowered marvels in town....

After saving the Valley from the Night Coats, is the newest Mapmaker ready to take the next step and save the rest of the world? Being a Mapmaker is just as adventurous and magical as Alidade thought it would be. With the help of Lewis and Blue, they're ready to restore magic to the rest of the world outside the...

Build your own dinosaur with no glue and no mess, and bring the mighty Stegosaurus to life. A cool kit for every dinosaur fan, combining learning with fun to make a Stegosaurus model. Based on a real Stegosaurus skeleton, this 63-cm-long model is easy to put together, and the book is jam-packed with facts. Each page looks at a different...

Make up your own story! A clever (and wonderfully portable) book with a pop-up play scene and press-out pieces sure to spark little ones’ imaginations. It’s time for school! Maisy's Preschool invites children to join Maisy and her friends as they play with building blocks, practice their counting, and sit down for storytime. At the end of the book, a...

Wow, look at the crowd! Maisy and friends play a rousing game of soccer in a read-aloud sure to have aspiring little players cheering. Maisy Plays Soccer is an exciting tale where Maisy and her friends can't wait to play soccer! Maisy puts on her uniform, laces up her sneakers, and heads to the field. Charlie, Tallulah, and Dotty are...