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Children's Books

At Book Hero, we celebrate the magic of storytelling with an extensive range of wonderful illustrated books for kids and children. From Hairy Maclary to Dr Seuss and everything in between, let your child's next adventure begin with a book from home!
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Scholastic Books! New to Book Hero...

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Advent Calendars to make the countdown to Christmas fun!

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New Zealand Children's Books...

Lisa Carrington Chases a Champion

Lisa Carrington Chases a Champion

By Dame Lisa Carrington

Lisa Carrington Chases a Champion by Dame Lisa Carrington is an inspiring children's book about young Lisa, a girl with...

The Gavin Bishop Treasury

The Gavin Bishop Treasury

By Gavin Bishop

The Gavin Bishop Treasury is a charming collection of stories and illustrations from the beloved New Zealand author and illustrator...

Hairy Maclary Treasury

Hairy Maclary Treasury

By Lynley Dodd

Hairy Maclary Treasury by Lynley Dodd is a delightful collection of stories featuring the mischievous dog, Hairy Maclary, and his...

Squawk!

Squawk!

By Donovan Bixley

Squawk! by Donovan Bixley is a delightful children's book that follows the adventures of a mischievous bird who loves to...

Elephant Park

Elephant Park

By Melanie Koster

Elephant Park by Melanie Koster is a delightful children's book that tells the story of a young child's adventure in...

The Observologist

The Observologist

By Giselle Clarkson

The Observologist by Giselle Clarkson follows the journey of a young woman who takes up the unique profession of observing...

Hairy Maclary and Friends Little Library

Hairy Maclary and Friends Little Library

By Lynley Dodd

Hairy Maclary and Friends Little Library by Lynley Dodd is a charming collection that follows the adventures of Hairy Maclary,...

Under the Mountain

Under the Mountain

By Maurice Gee

Under the Mountain by Maurice Gee is a thrilling children's novel set in New Zealand. It follows twins Rachel and...

Rustle!

Rustle!

By Donovan Bixley

Rustle! by Donovan Bixley is a delightful children's book that follows a young boy as he embarks on an imaginative...

Hairy Maclary and Friends: Touch and Feel Book

Hairy Maclary and Friends: Touch and Feel Book

By Lynley Dodd

Hairy Maclary and Friends: Touch and Feel Book by Lynley Dodd is a charming, interactive book for young children. It...

New Zealand's Backyard Birds PB

New Zealand's Backyard Birds PB

By Ned Barraud

New Zealand's Backyard Birds PB by Ned Barraud is a delightful children's book that explores the vibrant birdlife found in...

Badjelly the Witch

Badjelly the Witch

By Spike Milligan

Badjelly the Witch by Spike Milligan is a whimsical tale about two children, Tim and Rose, who embark on a...

Huge range of Bluey books...

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Huge range of Campbell Books...

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The iconic Hairy Maclary & Slinky Malinki...

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The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.

- Dr Seuss

If you are going to get anywhere in life, you have to read a lot of books.

Roald Dahl

A children's story that can only be enjoyed by children is not a good children's story in the slightest.

C.S. Lewis

My First 100...

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Children's Favourites...

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