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100 Paper Spaceships to Fold and Fly features a hundred decorated tear-out sheets to fold into a fleet of paper spaceship planes, including designs from orbital cruisers to alien motherships. The book provides detailed folding instructions for four different types of spaceships, ranging from mighty star cruisers to speedy scout ships. In addition to the folding instructions, there are flying...

Discover the origins of one of Warriors' fiercest villains in this stand-alone graphic novel set in the world of the #1 bestselling Warriors series—available for the first time in full colour! When kittypet Tiny crosses paths with some wild forest cats defending their territory, they leave him with scars—and a bitter, deep-seated grudge. As his reputation grows among the strays...

Battle of the Mountains by Peter Gossage is a captivating retelling of a cherished Maori legend about the majestic mountains of New Zealand's central North Island. Renowned for his vivid illustrations and timeless storytelling, Gossage immerses readers in a mythic world where the mountains themselves come alive with passion, rivalry, and dramatic confrontations. In this enchanting narrative, the towering Tongariro...

It's time for takeoff! Keep curious kids flying high with this fun activity book that's packed with more than 80 aviation-themed word and picture games. The perfect accompaniment for a flight, long-distance trip, or a rainy day spent indoors, kids can while away the hours exploring word searches, roaming mazes, and discovering top aviation facts. What is the largest plane...

Ingela P Arrhenius's unmistakable, enchanting artwork and an ingenious slider mechanism on every page combine to make this a totally irresistible board book for toddlers. Young children will be captivated by the peekaboo concept and – with something to push, pull or turn on every spread – won't be able to put it down! Peekaboo Cow by Camilla Reid promises...

A brand-new upsized paperback edition of this classic story. The Bad-tempered Ladybird picks fights with every animal he meets, but soon learns the importance of friends and turns into a far nicer, happier bug. The beautifully illustrated pages of this entertaining book demonstrate the sizes of the different animals and the sun's path across the sky as time passes.

Quantum Physics for Babies by Chris Ferrie is a delightful board book aimed at igniting the curiosity of your little ones. This charming book breaks down the complex principles of quantum physics into simple and colourful explanations that are easy for babies and toddlers to grasp. Each page is filled with vibrant, eye-catching illustrations that will captivate your child's attention...

Bestselling author Donovan Bixley expands on his collection about Aotearoa's native flora and fauna with Buzzz! Native Bugs of Aotearoa. Tiny bugs, tasty bugs, deadly bugs, glowing bugs and New Zealand's giant growing bugs! Find out what makes the flora and fauna of Aotearoa so unique in this charming series by award-winning author and illustrator Donovan Bixley.

Barry's family tries to evacuate before Hurricane Katrina hits their home in New Orleans. But when his little sister gets terribly sick, they're forced to stay home and wait out the storm. At first, Katrina doesn't seem to be as bad as predicted. But overnight the levees break and Barry's world is literally torn apart. He's swept off by the...

Pete the Cat is back – and this time he’s at school! But wherever Pete is, he’s always singing his song… because it’s all good. Pete the Cat is rocking along, singing his song… and this time he’s at school! No matter where he goes, and even when he’s in brand new places in a brand new school, Pete the...

Meet Joan Wiffen, a super-determined, self-taught palaeontologist, and join her on the hunt for the fossils that will prove New Zealand once had dinosaurs. The award-winning true story of science superstar Joan Wiffen, whose fossil discoveries proved that dinosaurs lived in ancient New Zealand. Once there was a clever girl who liked searching for interesting things on the ground. She...

Celebrating 40 years of Greedy Cat, we are proud to re-release this NZ classic picture book. Greedy Cat sat on a mat by the fridge. Meow, meow, meow! What will happen next?

Guess How Much I Love You has sold over 50 million copies worldwide! An enlarged board book edition of this much-loved classic that children will simply cherish. Sometimes, when you love someone very, very much, you want to find a way of describing how much you treasure them. But, as Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare discover, love is...

Brad Pitt's F1 movie meets Abbey Jimenez’s Part of Your World in this glittering, high-stakes YA romance about speed, status, and choosing your own lane. She’s the mechanic’s daughter. He’s racing royalty. Together, they’re leaving it all on the track. Raised by her IndyCar legend father, Tessa James spent her childhood dreaming of becoming the first full-time female driver in...

Meet Dorothy and her friends from the Wiggles up close in this Pop-Up book! Every spread has an exciting 3D element to dive into with our favourite Wiggly Friends.

Hold on to your bonnets – can champion knitter Granny McFlitter rescue the Easter Parade in the knit of time? A fabulously crafty story that buzzes with fun and hot cross buns. Champion knitter Granny McFlitter will have you in stitches with this very special Easter story by Heather Haylock and Lael Chisholm. Granny reached for some needles and wool...

A melodious counting picture book bursting with troublesome tūī, perfect to read aloud! The familiar antics of one of New Zealand's favourite native birds have been captured by award-winning picture book creators Elena de Roo and Paul Beavis. SQUAWK! Things are getting loud! The kowhai branch is bending ... what a sticky tūī crowd! Have the tūī slurped too much...

Kids will love to explore and learn all 126 pages full of accessible information about how weird and wonderful the animals of planet earth are. With jaw-dropping photos this fast-paced book will delight animal-obsessed readers.

Is Cristiano Ronaldo your ultimate football hero? Immerse yourself in the exhilarating journey of one of football's biggest legends in Football Superstars: Ronaldo Rules by Simon Mugford. This revised edition brings you fully up-to-date with CR7's latest exploits, including his sensational return to the Premier League in 2021. Delve into Ronaldo's incredible story through meticulously detailed chapters that highlight his...

An unforgettable war-time adventure story. Although the silver sword was only a paper knife, it became the symbol of hope and courage which kept the Balicki children and their orphan friend Jan alive through the four years of occupation when they had to fend for themselves. And afterwards, it inspired them to keep going on the exhausting and dangerous journey...

The magic of L.M. Montgomery’s treasured classic is reimagined in a whimsically illustrated graphic novel adaptation, perfect for newcomers and kindred spirits alike. When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to adopt an orphan who can help manage their family farm, they have no idea what delightful trouble awaits them. With flame-red hair and an unstoppable imagination, 11-year-old Anne Shirley takes...

The BRAND-NEW Diary of a Wimpy Kid book from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney. In Big Shot, book 16 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and sports just don't mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career,...

Just when Wolf Girl is finally reunited with her father, he is torn away from her once more, and Gwen vows to stop at nothing to track him down. But danger is closing in: a giant snow leopard and a mysterious hooded figure are hot on their trail. As Gwen and the pack race through deep caverns to snowy peaks,...

An exuberant, rhythmic text by Bill Martin focusing on endangered animals from around the world, illustrated by Eric Carle, creator of the bestselling classic The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The creators of the children's classic Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? team up again in this special book about a very important topic - endangered animals. A bald eagle...

A question of loyalty… Peril has always been loyal. First to Queen Scarlet, even when she used Peril’s fatal firescales to kill countless dragons in her violent SkyWing arena. Now Peril is loyal to Clay, the only dragonet who has ever been her friend. So when Scarlet threatens Jade Mountain Academy and everything Clay cares about, Peril sets off to...

Prepare for take-off as Maisy Goes by Plane when Maisy hops on a passenger plane for the very first time! Join Maisy on her thrilling journey crafted by the multi-award-winning Lucy Cousins. Maisy is excited to visit her friend Ella, but with Ella living so far away, a plane trip is the only option. This becomes an exciting adventure! As...

DK Children's Encyclopedia is the ultimate illustrated reference book for children, packed with thousands of incredible and essential facts on hundreds of key subjects. This comprehensive book of knowledge is ideal for kids aged 7 to 9, containing all the information your child needs, presented clearly and verified by experts. This revised edition includes 16 brand-new pages and updates to...

Bring Disney Princess into a sticker-and-activity session with this Sticker Book Treasury, packed for browsing, matching and decorating. The hands-on format is easy to use for a short creative session at home or while travelling. Features:  Includes more than 350 reusable stickers for repeat sticker play. Combines sticker pages with simple activities for extra screen-free play. Uses familiar Disney Princess...

Get creative with Phidal Publishing’s Eric Carle Stickers and wide selection of the Sticker Book Treasury that kids love! Take a look inside this wonderful and fun Eric Carle Sticker Book Treasury and you will find over 350 reusable stickers to collect and enjoy. Your kids can use these fun and easy-to-peel stickers to complete interactive activities, designed to provide...

Get creative with Phidal Publishing’s Adventures with Thomas and Friends Treasury Stickers and wide selection of the Sticker Book Treasury that kids love! Take a look inside this wonderful and fun Thomas Sticker Book Treasury and you will find over 350 reusable stickers to collect and enjoy. Your kids can use these fun and easy-to-peel stickers to complete interactive activities,...

Jonty Gentoo Early Reader by Julia Donaldson, winner of the 2025 British Book Award for Book of the Year: Children's Illustrated, is a delightful tale rich with beautiful illustrations and a heartfelt story. "Gorgeous ... it has a lovely message about finding your place in the world." - Good Housekeeping Magazine "A captivating story written in rhyme so perfect that...

The fabulous fishy adventure by the creators of The Gruffalo is now available in this fantastic read-alone format. This Early Reader edition contains the complete classic story and pictures, but in a pocket-book format, and with a clearer typeface and layout to support children who are gaining confidence in reading. Tiddler is picture-book perfection. The Independent on Sunday

Discover a world of fascinating facts and stats about the beautiful game. Dive in and deepen your knowledge! World of Football by Clive Gifford offers an engaging exploration into the captivating universe of football. This book provides an extensive collection of information that caters to both enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're keen to learn about the legendary players who...

A powerful new historical novel from one of New Zealand's best-loved YA authors An exciting new novel from the author of Alex. In September 1840, two ships arrive on the shores of the Waitemata Harbour to establish Auckland, the new capital of New Zealand. Among the settlers on board the Platina is young Harry, travelling alone and determined to return...

The epic first book in the internationally bestselling Keeper of the Lost Cities series is being reimagined into stunning graphic novels, and the story continues now with Volume Two! After learning she’s actually an elf, twelve-year-old Sophie Foster made the impossible decision to leave her human life—and family—behind and start over in the Lost Cities. Life with the elves has...

When a passing dragon decides to swipe their dog Coco, brothers Flynn and Paddy decide they should do something about it. In the dead of night, they pack their bags, make some terrible sandwiches, and, setting off before dawn, embark on a rescue mission. Finding the dog and its captor turned out to be easy; it was rescuing Coco that...

Will StarClan forsake RiverClan completely, or will the cats find their way back to the light? This final book in the epic A Starless Clan arc—the eighth arc in the mega-selling Warriors series—answers readers' most burning questions about the fate of RiverClan. Can a Clan that has turned on itself ever truly recover? The fate of all Clanhood hangs in...

April Wood is no stranger to adventure. After all, she lives in the Arctic and her best friend is a polar bear. But when April finds herself volunteering for the Polar Race – a long-distance dog sled race across the frozen tundra – even she wonders if this may be an adventure too far. April will need all the help she can...

On 23rd October MMXXV there will be a new album of adventures for the most famous of Gauls: Asterix in Lusitania! One beautiful spring morning, a stranger appears in the Gaulish village. He's from Lusitania, the sun-drenched land to the west of Hispania which is also under the Roman Empire's thumb. This former slave, who first featured in The Mansions...

A stunning hardback treasury of five of Richard Scarry’s best-loved stories – the perfect gift for Scarry fans, young and old! It’s another fun-filled day in Richard Scarry’s Busytown! Pay a visit to Lowly Worm and all your favourite characters in this fabulous collection of Scarry’s best-loved stories. Packed full of cars and trucks, planes and trains, houses, shops and...

A gorgeous and evocative story of how the animals got their colours, from Carnegie Medal-winner Tanya Landman and V&A Illustration Award winner Laura Carlin. The earth was young and full of colour. But the animals were dull and drab. The painter decided: something must be done! With dabs and sweeps, the painter's brush creates the stripes on the zebra, the...

Based on research indicating that race, gender, death, and other important topics should be discussed from toddlerhood onward, this read-aloud board book series offers adults the opportunity to begin important conversations with young children in an informed, safe, and supported way. A picture book edition of the board book about grief, Goodbye: A First Conversation About Grief offers adults the...

Celebrate the phenomenal, sales-smashing, award-winning Treehouse series with this stunning colour edition of the bestselling The 52-Storey Treehouse. Andy and Terry's incredible, ever-expanding treehouse has 13 new storeys, including a watermelon-smashing level, a wave machine, a life-size snakes and ladders game (with real ladders and real snakes), a rocket-powered carrot-launcher, a Ninja Snail Training Academy and a high-tech detective agency...

A little red hen grows grain, threshes wheat, bakes bread, and feeds her chicks—all by herself, without any help from her lazy friends. Young readers will laugh and learn a valuable lesson about teamwork from this classic tale! This oversize edition (18 x 18") is perfect for sharing in a library or classroom. Byron Barton's simple words, bold images, and...

NOW MAKE AN END. During the last days of Narnia, the Great Lion, Aslan, is missing. In his place, an impostor spreads treachery and lies across the land, welcoming a great evil intent on destroying Narnia and its people – forever. Only the king and a small band of loyal followers and friends of Narnia are left to make one...

Winner of the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year - Younger Readers 2022 An exquisite, heartbreakingly beautiful gem of a novel for anyone who loved Wonder, Lenny's Book of Everything, A Monster Calls or When You Reach Me. New Starts, New Worlds Meixing Lim and her family have arrived at the New House in the New Land....

One bright spring morning in the woods of France, a soldier, blinded by the war, is found by a little girl named Coco, and her older sister Marcelle. In return for their kindness, the soldier tells the sisters marvellous tales, each story connected to the keepsake he carries in his pocket— a perfect, tiny silver donkey. As the days pass...

When a young boy visits a tropical rainforest, he pretends it is a long time ago and that extinct and rare animals live in the forest, and Aboriginal children play there. But how much longer will the rainforest remain, he wonders? Where the Forest Meets the Sea is a captivating exploration of imagination and environmental consciousness, inviting readers to reflect...

Funny and poignant, this 2001 Newbery Honor novel captures life in a quirky Southern town as Opal and her mangy dog, Winn-Dixie, strike up friendships among the locals. One summer’s day, ten-year-old India Opal Buloni goes down to the local supermarket for some groceries – and comes home with a dog. But Winn-Dixie is no ordinary dog. It’s because of...

Build Your Own Planes Sticker Book offers an exciting opportunity to construct various types of planes. Children can enjoy building 20 amazing aircraft, from fighter jets to flying boats, by adding wings, cockpits, and engines. Find the correct stickers and fit them in place to complete each image. The detailed illustrations are accompanied by fascinating facts about each plane, including...

A new title containing beautifully designed high-contrast black-and-white images that are easy for babies to focus on. Age: Birth+ A delightful first book to share with a baby, with high contrast, black and white illustrations specially designed for the very young. Each picture is accompanied by a simple word that babies will love repeating and which will help their speech...

Brush water over the black and white illustrations and watch the jungle magically burst into life! There are 16 scenes to paint, featuring elephants having a bath, parrots flying high in the sky, a tiger and her cubs, and lots more. Jungle Magic Painting Book includes a handy flap at the back to stop paint seeping through to the page...

Where's Wally? The Boredom Buster Book is Wally’s ultimate antidote to "there’s nothing to do." This engaging book brims with searches, puzzles, and games of all stripes, and includes a five-minute challenge on each page! Whether you are flying off on vacation, taking a long car ride, or stuck inside for hours on a rainy day, this hefty compendium is...

Two twins, one prophecy, and a whole lot of hijinks. From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes a fantastical story about twin siblings Dani and Dorian who have missed the bus to magic school and scramble to find a mentor to teach them before their parents find out. Perfect for fans of The Okay Witch and the 5 Worlds...

There are lots of different trains to discover in this fun and informative sticker book. First Sticker Book Trains is perfect for ages 3 and up. All aboard! This interactive sticker book includes over 150 stickers to bring the railway scenes to life. Children will love completing the pictures, including 'At the station', 'Steam trains', and 'Rolling highways', with the...

A simple colouring book full of farm animals and tractors, ideal for very young children. Little children can have lots of farmyard fun with this delightful early years colouring book, full of bold, simple outlines of cows, sheep, tractors and more. It's an ideal way to develop pencil control skills. First Colouring Farm by Kate Nolan provides an engaging and...

WINNER of the Irish Book Awards Children’s Book of the Year 2012 and the Honour Award for Illustration from Children's Books Ireland, 2013. An exquisite new book, featuring a boy and his moose, from internationally bestselling, multi-prize-winning picture book creator, Oliver Jeffers. This Moose Belongs to Me tells the tale of Wilfred, who owned a moose. He hadn’t always owned...

Step back into the magical universe of J.K. Rowling with the entrancing narrative of Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets. As Harry embarks on his second year at the prestigious Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, he soon realises that this year promises to be even more challenging and ominous than the last. Whispers echo through the hallowed halls...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Taylor Swift, the Grammy Award-winning and multiplatinum artist. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers! "A must-have for any Taylor Swift collection." - Rolling Stone This Little Golden Book about Taylor Swift—the singer and songwriter whose distinctive talent for storytelling has...

Matariki by Melanie Drewery invites readers into the heartwarming story of a family as they come together to celebrate the Māori New Year. Set against the backdrop of the rich cultural heritage of New Zealand, this enchanting tale captures the essence of what Matariki signifies. Without giving away any spoilers, the narrative beautifully unfolds to reveal how each family member...

Hairy Maclary and Friends How Do I Feel? by Lynley Dodd is a charming and engaging board book that invites young readers into the world of Hairy Maclary and his delightful group of friends. As they turn each page, children will discover how Hairy Maclary, Scarface Claw, Zachary Quack, and many other merry characters are feeling. Thoughtfully designed for babies...

The beautifully illustrated children's book Big Feelings by Rebekah Ballagh brings readers along on a vibrant journey of self-discovery and emotional understanding. Through the experiences of characters Mikah, Chloe, and Charlie, children will learn what it feels like to navigate complex emotions such as sadness, anger, and anxiety. Each page offers a unique storyline designed to resonate with young readers,...

Join in and help the busy doctor in this playful, interactive flap book! Can you help the busy doctor to care for their patients? Join in and use the flaps to bandage the builder's sore thumb, check Basma's earache, and give Mia some medicine. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too! Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change...

In Hairy Maclary Scattercat by Lynley Dodd, young readers are invited to join the boisterous and mischievous Hairy Maclary as he bounces through his neighbourhood, feeling bumptious, bustly, bossy, and bouncy. His frisky antics lead him on a bustling and hustling adventure, where he decides to chase and scatter every cat he encounters. From gardens to rooftops, Hairy Maclary's exuberance...

Gerald, a tall giraffe with a long, graceful neck and skinny legs, longs to join the other animals at the annual Jungle Dance. But there’s one problem—everyone knows that giraffes can’t dance. This leaves Gerald feeling awkward and unsure as he watches the other animals grooving to their rhythms. Through a heartwarming journey, Gerald learns that when you find the...

Add stickers to dress up children in fabulous fairy outfits. Perfect for all children who love dressing up, or fairies! Sticker Dressing Up - Fairies contains 14 delightful figures and lots of fabulous fairy outfits to dress them in - from ballet fairies and garden fairies to a wonderful rainbow fairy. The stickers are specially designed to be easy for...

An exciting new Peppa picture book and the start of a new adventure for Peppa and her family! An exciting new Peppa picture book and the start of a new adventure for Peppa and her family!

Build Your Own Superheroes Sticker Book invites you to create 22 of the strongest and bravest superheroes in the galaxy. With this exciting activity book, you can build these superheroes again and again. There are ten pages of stickers featuring masks, wings, armour, and capes to assemble heroic characters such as Mason, who fires plasma, and Hacker, who can clone...

Join Spot and his friends on an enchanting day out at the farm in Spot Goes to the Farm by Eric Hill, now reissued in a beautifully crafted board format featuring embedded flaps. The idyllic adventure begins as Spot's dad takes him to the farm to meet the charming baby animals. However, it seems these playful creatures are hiding, adding...

Since her first adventure with Maui, Moana has continued to grow as a wayfinder. She is determined to connect with other people across the ocean. With a new crew and the help of some old friends, will she be able to find what she has been searching for? Moana 2 (Disney: Classic Collection) takes readers on an exciting voyage filled...

Launch yourself straight into the action with this epic WWE Annual! Are you ready to step inside the ring with the biggest, baddest and most exciting WWE Superstars on the planet? Then hold on tight – this epic annual is packed with everything a WWE fan could ever want! Inside you'll find: Superstar profiles on all your favourite WWE heroes...

Learn about colours, animals, words and numbers with Ms Rachel in this early learning boxset. This little set contains four board books that help introduce children to early concepts. Perfect for younger readers, each chunky book will keep little hands occupied at home, or on the move. And, once you’re done reading (and re-reading), the four books come together to...

From psychologist and children’s friendships expert Eileen Kennedy-Moore and parenting and health writer Christine McLaughlin comes a social development primer that gives kids the answers they need to make and keep friends. Friendships aren’t always easy for kids. Almost every child struggles socially at some time, in some way. Having an argument with a friend, getting teased, or even trying...

Blast off into the wonders of our Solar System! Space Explorers: Our Solar System takes young readers on an out-of-this-world adventure through the planets, moons, and mysteries of our cosmic neighbourhood. Written by doctor and space medicine researcher Dr. Vienna Tran, and with vibrant illustrations and fun facts, this book brings space to life – showing just how incredible our...

Dive into underwater animal battles in this exciting bind-up featuring four favourite action-packed Who Would Win? books! Which underwater animals would win in a head-to-head battle? Find out in this awesome bind-up of four books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of ocean battles to satisfy all kinds of animal fans, including Hammerhead vs....

Winner of the Kate Greenaway Medal Winner of the Caldecott Medal A New York Times Bestseller "There is character and narrative drive, suspense, menace, morality and a twist." — The Sunday Times Jon Klassen for the smallest hands! A board book edition of the bestselling, multiple award-winning cautionary tale. A tiny fish proudly wears a blue hat. It fits him...

Press the buttons in this magical little book to hear five Christmassy sounds. Little children will love pressing the buttons in this delightful little book to hear five sounds that conjure up the Christmas spirit. From jingling bells to roaring fires and reindeer whooshing through the sky, the festive sounds and beautiful scenes make it a perfect stocking filler. There...

If you're a true fan of Los Blancos, then you need this book! One of the greatest football clubs in history, Real Madrid CF have not only dominated Spanish football but have also achieved massive international success—winning a record number of European Cups, as well as FIFA Club World Cups, UEFA Super Cups, and La Liga titles. In this fun...

A must-have collection of three best-selling and favourite New Zealand wildlife and habitat stories, from deep in the day and nighttime forests of Aotearoa to out in the wild, blue moana. With a broad range of native creatures to encounter, these playful, rhyming and beautifully illustrated stories are told in both English and te reo Maori. The six books are...