Ruth Paul

In tiny briefs, the yaks and ox cavorted in their daks and jocks, when from outside arose a din. “Stop!” squealed Pig. “You can’t come in!” When Elephant, Snake, Hen and Spider turn up to the Ball without any undies on, they are not allowed in. But each of them has a very good reason why, and in the end...

A joyful rhyming Suessian romp that puts a playful twist on getting a pet. If it's wet, it isn't a pet!You can play with a puppy and snuggle a bunny, but as much as you wish, you can't pat a fish. A visit to the pet shop is just the beginning of this delightful, insightful and fun-filled story of not...

In his second adventure, Little Hector takes on a huge challenge—fishing nets and plastic rubbish are endangering his beautiful bay. The situation seems impossible when, suddenly, the tiny dolphin has a big idea... Little Hector schemes to stop his bay being spoiled with bottles, bags, and dangerous tangling nets in this sparkling sequel to Little Hector and the Big Blue...

This is the inspiring true story of one big, fierce mama kiwi, two caring communities, three conscientious kiwi dads, over 60 thriving chicks, and a wild population restored after a 150-year gap! Written and illustrated for kids by award-winning author Ruth Paul, this visionary conservation project literally took place in her own back yard. This is a true story about...

A captivating and award-winning bedtime story by picture book creator Ruth Paul, with luminous illustrations, language evocative of the deep blue sea - and a big surprise when you turn out the lights. Winner - Best Picture Book New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults 2018 Chased to the depths of the bottomless blue, What does a tiny...

A search-and-match adventure with patterns, colours and number fun from the award-winning author and illustrator, Ruth Paul. Cluck, cluck, cluck. Scritch and scratch. Chickens look for eggs that match. Help the chickens look for their eggs – quickly before they hatch into chicks! There’s lots to find. Some with spots, stripes and even zigzags.

A search-and-match adventure with patterns, colours, and number fun from the award-winning author and illustrator, Ruth Paul - now available as a Board Book! Cluck, cluck, cluck. Scritch and scratch. Chickens look for eggs that match. Help the chickens look for their eggs! There’s lots to find. A playful search-and-match adventure with patterns, colours, and number fun from award-winning author...

From award-winning picture book creator Ruth Paul comes a new series about a plucky dolphin called Little Hector and his BIG adventures. A gorgeous new picture book for young children to find out all about the tiny and endangered Hector's dolphin. Introducing Little Hector and the Big Blue Whale! A small but daring dolphin, Little Hector swims out into the...

A joyful rhyming Suessian romp that puts a playful twist on getting a pet. If it's wet, it isn't a pet! You can play with a puppy and snuggle a bunny, but as much as you wish, you can't pat a fish. A visit to the pet shop is just the beginning of this delightful, insightful and fun-filled story of...

What can go wrong when the farmer loses her pyjamas? Everything!A delightful read-aloud (again and again!) from award-winning creator Ruth Paul.Before the farmer’s day is done,she does her chores, one by one.She milks the cow, counts the sheep,sings the piglets off to sleep.The farmer needs her favourite pyjamas to sleep well after her hard day's work.But now her pyjamas are...

When her grandfather Rex is hospitalised, 11-year-old Ruby retreats to the forest with her trusty dog sidekick and a weird old doll she wants to get rid of. Near the treehouse built by Rex, she discovers a kiwi burrow. And is that a white kiwi chick she sees? Ruby and her friend Spider uncover a plot by the local vet...

A dinosaur take on What's the Time, Mr Wolf?

E Hoki Flash by Ruth Paul explores the adventures of Flash, who is in trouble once again! Life outside the fence appears so much more exciting for the young pup. The adorable wee dog from the bestselling Bad Dog Flash returns in another thrilling escapade. For a young puppy like Flash, excursions beyond the yard are irresistibly enticing. He just...

The house is quiet, no one is awake, and Lion guards the cake. Little by little the cake disappears ... but where does it go? Lion is full of pride when it comes to guarding his home, and when the birthday cake has been made for the next day’s celebrations, he goes where he is needed most ... to guard...

Now available in board book format! A joyful rhyming Seussian romp that puts a playful twist on getting a pet. If it's wet, it isn't a pet! You can play with a puppy and snuggle a bunny, but as much as you wish, you can't pat a fish. A visit to the pet shop is just the beginning of this...

Poor Flash! Trouble seems to follow him around... Bad Dog Flash is all about a playful young puppy, as they are. Unfortunately, his play seems to get him in trouble all the time, whether it be chasing the cat, digging a hole in the garden to hide (or find) his bone, or even just bringing a stick to the door!...

A search-and-match adventure with patterns, colours and number fun from the award-winning author and illustrator, Ruth Paul. Cluck, cluck, cluck. Scritch and scratch. Chickens look for eggs that match. Help the chickens look for their eggs – quickly before they hatch into chicks! There’s lots to find. Some with spots, stripes and even zigzags.

In Little Hector's third adventure, the Hector's dolphin goes on a holiday to visit his Maui relatives – the rarest dolphins in the world. In the sparkling third adventure of Little Hector, our daring hero meets his special Maui cousins and learns about friendship. Little Hector is off on a holiday to meet his rare and special cousin, Mini Maui....

A dinosaur follow-the-leader story! Follow Ruth Paul's colourful dinosaurs as they HOP, STOMP and ROAR their way through the pages of this beautifully illustrated book. On the outward journey, the largest dinosaur leads, until they can go no further... Then on the way back, it's baby dinosaur who gets to lead the way!