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Ocean Life
Ocean's cover nearly 71% of the Earth's surface. The ocean is deep and wide and contains about 1 million species of animals. Learn all about these creature's and where they live with these amazing books:
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Oceanarium
WELCOME TO THE MUSEUM
By Loveday Trinick
Illustrated by Teagan White
Welcome to the museum that is always open to explore...
Step inside the pages of Oceanarium to enjoy the experience of a museum from the comfort of your own home. This stunning offering from the Welcome to the Museum series guides readers around the world's oceans, from sandy shorelines to the deepest depths. Get up close and personal with giant whale sharks, tiny tropical fish, majestic manatees and so much more, travel the world from frozen Arctic seas to shimmering coral reefs, and learn why it is so important that we protect our oceans.
Intricate artwork by rising star Teagan White combines with expert text by education officer Loveday Trinick from the National Marine Aquarium, UK. A stunning exploration of the underwater world, and a must-have for any animal enthusiast.
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Walk of the Whales
by Nick Bland
When all of the whales in the ocean leave their home to walk around on land, people don’t quite know what to think.
But soon shopkeepers go out of business, farms are flooded with water and salt, and people shout horrible, anti-whale words.
That is, until, a smart little girl decides to ask the whales what everyone can do to help.
picture books:
Amazing Animal Journeys, Jennifer Cossins
A beautifully illustrated title chock-full of fascinating animal facts from our bestselling, CBCA award-winning Tasmanian children's author/illustrator, Jennifer Cossins, that focuses on 25 animal species from Australia and around the world with intriguing migration journeys.
Did you know that Arctic terns have the longest migration of all birds, flying from the Arctic to Antarctica and back each year? Or that the wildebeest migration in east Africa is so vast it can be seen from outer space?
Come along on these amazing animal journeys! Perfect for readers aged 7+ who delight in learning about the animal kingdom and the world around them.
Did you know that Arctic terns have the longest migration of all birds, flying from the Arctic to Antarctica and back each year? Or that the wildebeest migration in east Africa is so vast it can be seen from outer space?
Come along on these amazing animal journeys! Perfect for readers aged 7+ who delight in learning about the animal kingdom and the world around them.
Atlas Of Ocean Adventures, Emily Hawkins, Lucy Letherland
From the team behind the best-selling Atlas of Adventures comes the deepest adventure yet - a trip through the oceans of the world to discover creatures of the deep and see the unique environments in which they live.
Set your spirit of adventure free with this journey to the world's great oceans, discovering the diversity of life that exists in the deep blue sea. Whether you're travelling long haul with leatherback turtles across the Pacific, snoozing with sea otters or ice bathing with a walrus, this book celebrates the very prescient topic of the world's oceans with Lucy Letherland's animal characters. A natural history lesson in an adventure book, each spread features 10 captions and and facts about every destination. The 5th title in the best-selling Atlas of Adventures series that has now been translated into 31 languages.
Set your spirit of adventure free with this journey to the world's great oceans, discovering the diversity of life that exists in the deep blue sea. Whether you're travelling long haul with leatherback turtles across the Pacific, snoozing with sea otters or ice bathing with a walrus, this book celebrates the very prescient topic of the world's oceans with Lucy Letherland's animal characters. A natural history lesson in an adventure book, each spread features 10 captions and and facts about every destination. The 5th title in the best-selling Atlas of Adventures series that has now been translated into 31 languages.
Australia's Amazing Sharks, Australian Geographic
Featuring detailed illustrations of the sharks that call Australia home, this amazing book profiles key species, such as the great white shark, the whale shark, the great hammerhead shark and the grey nurse shark, as well as introducing young readers to more exotic species such as the cookiecutter shark and the tassled wobbegong. Get ready to dive in!
Australian Sea Life, Matt Chun
In this stunning companion to Australian Birds, Matt Chun takes to the oceans to explore Australia’s most fascinating sea creatures, from the great white shark to the tiny soldier crab.
Matt Chun's unique way of rendering our natural world will spark young readers' imaginations and evoke awe in all nature enthusiasts.
Matt Chun's unique way of rendering our natural world will spark young readers' imaginations and evoke awe in all nature enthusiasts.
Earth Matters: Saving Our Planet, Carole Wilkinson
The Earth’s climate is changing. It’s getting hotter. In Australia over the past 50 years, maximum temperatures have been creeping higher. There have been record droughts, floods and bushfires. Why is this happening and what can we do to stop it getting worse?
Explore Your World Deep Dive into Deep Sea, Tim Flannery, Sam Caldwell
Get ready to dive into the darkest depths of the sea with real-life explorer and scientist, Professor Tim Flannery.
You might think you know about the ocean, but the deep sea is nothing like the beach. Things are WEIRD down there.
Who is the giant squid’s mortal enemy?
Can you see ghosts in the deep sea?
Why would a sea cucumber have teeth on its butt?
And what on earth is a headless chicken monster?
Put on your SCUBA gear – you’re about to find out!
You might think you know about the ocean, but the deep sea is nothing like the beach. Things are WEIRD down there.
Who is the giant squid’s mortal enemy?
Can you see ghosts in the deep sea?
Why would a sea cucumber have teeth on its butt?
And what on earth is a headless chicken monster?
Put on your SCUBA gear – you’re about to find out!
Found In Sydney, Joanne O'Callaghan, Kori Song
A joyful counting picture book celebrating the wonders of Sydney, one of Australia's most beautiful cities.
From Bondi Beach to the Opera House, there's so much to explore in spectacular Sydney!
Join this colourful counting adventure across one of the world's most beautiful cities.
What will you spot along the way?
From Bondi Beach to the Opera House, there's so much to explore in spectacular Sydney!
Join this colourful counting adventure across one of the world's most beautiful cities.
What will you spot along the way?
Ghostbear, Paul McDermott
Where have all the brave bears gone? Under the bright, shining stars, a young cub lost in the snow searches for the ones he loves. Embarking on a surprising journey, and warmed by memories, he finds a new friend... and reunites with old ones. A moving and redemptive tale from performer, writer and artist Paul McDermott.
Great White Shark, Claire Saxby, Cindy Lane
A stunning addition to the Nature Storybooks series, Great White Shark tells the real story about one of the planet's most fascinating and misunderstood creatures.
The great white shark swims on.
Her tail sways side-to-side;
her fins keep her balanced.
She travels the fast lane
where she can, cruising
invisible seaways
In Great White Shark we follow a female shark on her way to warmer waters to give her pups the best chance of survival. Set in a stunning underwater world, Claire Saxby's signature poetic prose and Cindy Lane's sublime illustrations showcase the grace, majesty and power of one of the ocean's top predators.
The great white shark swims on.
Her tail sways side-to-side;
her fins keep her balanced.
She travels the fast lane
where she can, cruising
invisible seaways
In Great White Shark we follow a female shark on her way to warmer waters to give her pups the best chance of survival. Set in a stunning underwater world, Claire Saxby's signature poetic prose and Cindy Lane's sublime illustrations showcase the grace, majesty and power of one of the ocean's top predators.
Hello, World! Kids' Guides: Exploring Sharks, Jill McDonald
The best-selling Hello, World! board book series expands into picture books, for Hello, World! kids who areready for the next step.
Kids who love sharks will enjoy this lively, fact-filled, illustrated tour of the world's oceans, with engaging information on every page-
. Fascinating details about favorite sharks, from whale sharks to mini sharks, plus information about prehistoric sharks, shark relationships with other animals, and careers helping sharks that kids can aspire to.
. Statistics about each shark, with information about size, location, swimming speed, lifespan, and more.
. A question on each page that asks the reader to think about sharks in relation to themselves, such as "If you were a shark, what kind of tail would you want?" and "What ways can you think of to help protect sharks?"
Hello, World! readers who have moved up to picture books and any kids who love science and ocean creatures will find many captivating hours of learning and inspiration in the launch of this exciting new series.
Kids who love sharks will enjoy this lively, fact-filled, illustrated tour of the world's oceans, with engaging information on every page-
. Fascinating details about favorite sharks, from whale sharks to mini sharks, plus information about prehistoric sharks, shark relationships with other animals, and careers helping sharks that kids can aspire to.
. Statistics about each shark, with information about size, location, swimming speed, lifespan, and more.
. A question on each page that asks the reader to think about sharks in relation to themselves, such as "If you were a shark, what kind of tail would you want?" and "What ways can you think of to help protect sharks?"
Hello, World! readers who have moved up to picture books and any kids who love science and ocean creatures will find many captivating hours of learning and inspiration in the launch of this exciting new series.
Hold On!, Gina M Newton, Rachel Tribout
Age range 6 to 9
Have you ever seen a fish that could do a handstand?
This is the story of a quirky and primitive little fish that is famous for two things: walking on its 'hands' (pectoral fins), and being the first marine fish anywhere in the word to be listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The Spotted Handfish has survived since the time of the dinosaurs — until now. Invasive sea stars, pollution and climate change mean that this unique Australian is in real trouble — raise your hand if you want to know more!
Hold On! Saving the Spotted Handfish is perfect for primary aged readers.
Have you ever seen a fish that could do a handstand?
This is the story of a quirky and primitive little fish that is famous for two things: walking on its 'hands' (pectoral fins), and being the first marine fish anywhere in the word to be listed on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. The Spotted Handfish has survived since the time of the dinosaurs — until now. Invasive sea stars, pollution and climate change mean that this unique Australian is in real trouble — raise your hand if you want to know more!
Hold On! Saving the Spotted Handfish is perfect for primary aged readers.
Hooray For Fish!, Lucy Cousins
Swim with Little Fish and meet all his fishy friends in this splishy-sploshy riot of colour and rhyme under the sea!Paddle along with Little Fish on a mesmerizing underwater tour of friends spotty and stripy, happy and gripy, hairy and scary, even curly whirly and twisty twirly. From the creator of Maisy comes an eye-popping picture book that is sure to have little ones joining the chorus: Hooray for fish!
How We Came To Be: Surprising Sea Creatures, Sami Bayly
Come with us on a deep dive through the ocean zones. Meet some of the most unusual creatures from the sea and hear their stories about how they have changed over millions of years to survive in the inky ocean depths.
Discover why the deepsea flounder is as flat as a pancake, learn all about the 500-million-year-old comb jelly and find out why yeti crabs are so hairy. From the barreleye fish to the tripod spiderfish, prepare to be amazed by the incredible creatures that inhabit our seas.
From the award-winning creator of The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals, The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals and The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature.
Discover why the deepsea flounder is as flat as a pancake, learn all about the 500-million-year-old comb jelly and find out why yeti crabs are so hairy. From the barreleye fish to the tripod spiderfish, prepare to be amazed by the incredible creatures that inhabit our seas.
From the award-winning creator of The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals, The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals and The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature.
Iceberg, Claire Saxby, Jess Racklyeft, Jane Novak, Jacinta Di Mase
In the final freeze of an Antarctic winter, green tails wave across a star-full sky, as if to farewell endless nights. If this world looks empty, look closer ... Penguins trek across the ice to their winter homes. As the temperature warms, birds fly above on their long migrations. And with the advent of summer, beneath an iceberg, the sea is teeming with life. Ocean, sky, snow and ice - minute greens and giant blues - dance a delicate dance in this evocative portrayal of the life cycle of an iceberg.
Jetty Jumping, Andrea Rowe, Hannah Sommerville
Winner of the 2022 Children's Book Council of Australia Award for Early Childhood Book of the Year!
While Milla’s friends take big, brave jumps off the jetty, Milla stays on the blistering wood, scared of what lurks below. But when Milla accidentally falls off the edge, she discovers the beauty of the deep, dark sea – and her summer changes forever.
Andrea Rowe and Hannah Sommerville perfectly capture the challenges of childhood – and the joy of letting go – in this homage to summer.
While Milla’s friends take big, brave jumps off the jetty, Milla stays on the blistering wood, scared of what lurks below. But when Milla accidentally falls off the edge, she discovers the beauty of the deep, dark sea – and her summer changes forever.
Andrea Rowe and Hannah Sommerville perfectly capture the challenges of childhood – and the joy of letting go – in this homage to summer.
Koko And The Coconut, Turia Pitt, Celestine Vaite, Emilie Tavaearii
The first picture book from bestselling author Turia Pitt.
From bestselling author, inspirational ironman, humanitarian and mother Turia Pitt comes this fun tale about a determined little crab who faces a big challenge. Written with Turia's mother, Celestine Vaite, the book celebrates their Tahitian heritage.
Hello. My name is Koko. Today is a big day...
"Go, Koko!"
Cheer on Koko as he reaches for the sky - well, a very tall tree - and the ultimate prize... a hefty, juicy, scrumptious coconut. But when the going gets tough, will he be able to finish what he starts?
From bestselling author, inspirational ironman, humanitarian and mother Turia Pitt comes this fun tale about a determined little crab who faces a big challenge. Written with Turia's mother, Celestine Vaite, the book celebrates their Tahitian heritage.
Hello. My name is Koko. Today is a big day...
"Go, Koko!"
Cheer on Koko as he reaches for the sky - well, a very tall tree - and the ultimate prize... a hefty, juicy, scrumptious coconut. But when the going gets tough, will he be able to finish what he starts?
Let's Build A Boat, Jane Godwin, Meg Rennie
Let’s build a boat
with wood and nails.
‘What colour?’
‘Blue! With bright red sails.’
In this joyous celebration of creativity and imagination, Jane Godwin brings to life the story of five children building a boat together.
Written in delightful rhyme by one of Australia's most celebrated authors, with art by debut illustrator Meg Rennie - winner of the Little Hare Illustration Prize.
The perfect book to read aloud to children learning the joy of imaginative play
Debut illustrator Meg Rennie's bold colours and expressive characters perfectly compliment Jane Godwin's text
Winner of the Little Hare Illustration Prize
with wood and nails.
‘What colour?’
‘Blue! With bright red sails.’
In this joyous celebration of creativity and imagination, Jane Godwin brings to life the story of five children building a boat together.
Written in delightful rhyme by one of Australia's most celebrated authors, with art by debut illustrator Meg Rennie - winner of the Little Hare Illustration Prize.
The perfect book to read aloud to children learning the joy of imaginative play
Debut illustrator Meg Rennie's bold colours and expressive characters perfectly compliment Jane Godwin's text
Winner of the Little Hare Illustration Prize
Look What I Found At The Seaside, Moira Butterfield, Jesus Verona
Join in with a nature treasure hunt and discover more about amazing objects that can be found at the seaside.
Chasing waves and having fun,
water sparkling in the sun . . .
Look what I found!
A curly seashell. Inside it shines bright, like a pearl.
Set off on an adventure to find treasure, from swirly sea shells to mysterious mermaid's purses, then learn more about each object with richly-illustrated and informative nature notes.
Packed full of fascinating facts alongside a gentle rhyming narrative and encouraging children to get outside and explore their surroundings, this is a nature treasure hunt series for the whole family to enjoy.
Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!
Other titles in the series include: Look What I Found in the Woods
Chasing waves and having fun,
water sparkling in the sun . . .
Look what I found!
A curly seashell. Inside it shines bright, like a pearl.
Set off on an adventure to find treasure, from swirly sea shells to mysterious mermaid's purses, then learn more about each object with richly-illustrated and informative nature notes.
Packed full of fascinating facts alongside a gentle rhyming narrative and encouraging children to get outside and explore their surroundings, this is a nature treasure hunt series for the whole family to enjoy.
Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and listen along!
Other titles in the series include: Look What I Found in the Woods
Magic Beach 30th Anniversary Edition, Alison Lester
Imagine a perfect beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, make sandcastles, hunt for treasure, explore rock-pools, muck about in boats, fish from the jetty, and build a bonfire under the stars. Come to Magic Beach, where adventure begins...
Magic Beach is a long-standing favourite with Australian children.
Magic Beach is a long-standing favourite with Australian children.
Matt Formston: Surfing In The Dark, John Dickson, Phillip Bunting
Meet Matt Formston, the blind surfer with big visions.
Matt Formston always dreamed of becoming a professional surfer. But by the time he was five years old, he was almost completely blind. Matt never
let that stop him. Now he is a record-holding cycling Paralympian and a world champion surfer. Discover how being vision impaired has made Matt who he is today.
Matt Formston always dreamed of becoming a professional surfer. But by the time he was five years old, he was almost completely blind. Matt never
let that stop him. Now he is a record-holding cycling Paralympian and a world champion surfer. Discover how being vision impaired has made Matt who he is today.
Mister Seahorse, Eric Carle
Dear Friends, In most fish families, after the mother has laid the eggs and the father has fertilized them, the eggs are left on their own. But there are exceptions, such as the seahorse, stickleback, tilapia, Kurtus nurseryfish, pipefish, bullhead catfish and some others. Not only are the eggs cared for by a parent but - surprise - that parent is the father. This may sound strange but it is the truth. And this is my story about them. I hope you enjoy my story.
Moon Sailors, Naomi Woodward, Rachel Gregg
Age range 3 to 8
Bed sheets billow in solar winds, as we cast our boat adrift . . .
moon sailors in search of treasure, perched on pillow seats.
Two children go on a journey of imagination, past constellations of whales to the rockpools of the moon and the extraordinary creatures that dwell within.
Bed sheets billow in solar winds, as we cast our boat adrift . . .
moon sailors in search of treasure, perched on pillow seats.
Two children go on a journey of imagination, past constellations of whales to the rockpools of the moon and the extraordinary creatures that dwell within.
Ocean Animal Atlas, Lonely Planet Kids
Take a deep dive into the aquatic world to see sealife as you've never seen it before. Ocean by ocean and sea by sea, readers will discover all the amazing animals that inhabit this watery landscape, from ferocious sharks and giant whales to multicoloured tropical fish, long-legged squid and strange bioluminescent creatures that glow eerily in the ocean depths. Beautiful illustrations, dynamic photos and fact-packed text will reveal the lives, habitats and behaviours of these incredible marine creatures. Maps and diagrams will show where the animals live - both horizontally across the oceans (including migration routes), and vertically from the surface down to the seabed. It's an underwater adventure in a book.
Content includes:
History of Ocean Life
Types of ocean creatures
Marine habitats
Ocean topography
Oceans at risk
Ocean exploration
Currents and gyres
Ocean food chains
Ocean water
Ocean winds and storms
Seas vs Oceans
Atlantic Ocean
Major Seas (Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Baltic Sea, North Sea)
Arctic Ocean
Indian ocean (plus Red Sea and Bay of Bengal)
Pacific Ocean
Pacific Ocean – Depth Zones, including Mariana Trench
Southern Ocean
Content includes:
History of Ocean Life
Types of ocean creatures
Marine habitats
Ocean topography
Oceans at risk
Ocean exploration
Currents and gyres
Ocean food chains
Ocean water
Ocean winds and storms
Seas vs Oceans
Atlantic Ocean
Major Seas (Mediterranean Sea, Black Sea, Baltic Sea, North Sea)
Arctic Ocean
Indian ocean (plus Red Sea and Bay of Bengal)
Pacific Ocean
Pacific Ocean – Depth Zones, including Mariana Trench
Southern Ocean
Oceanarium, Teagan White, Loveday Trinick
The next instalment in the successful Welcome to the Museum series, Oceanarium explores the planet's largest and most important habitat, beautifully illustrated by Teagan White.
Welcome to the museum that is always open to explore...
Step inside the pages of Oceanarium to enjoy the experience of a museum from the comfort of your own home. This stunning offering from the Welcome to the Museum series guides readers around the world's oceans, from sandy shorelines to the deepest depths. Get up close and personal with giant whale sharks, tiny tropical fish, majestic manatees and so much more, travel the world from frozen Arctic seas to shimmering coral reefs, and learn why it is so important that we protect our oceans.
Intricate artwork by rising star Teagan White combines with expert text by education officer Loveday Trinick from the National Marine Aquarium, UK. A stunning exploration of the underwater world, and a must-have for any animal enthusiast.
Welcome to the museum that is always open to explore...
Step inside the pages of Oceanarium to enjoy the experience of a museum from the comfort of your own home. This stunning offering from the Welcome to the Museum series guides readers around the world's oceans, from sandy shorelines to the deepest depths. Get up close and personal with giant whale sharks, tiny tropical fish, majestic manatees and so much more, travel the world from frozen Arctic seas to shimmering coral reefs, and learn why it is so important that we protect our oceans.
Intricate artwork by rising star Teagan White combines with expert text by education officer Loveday Trinick from the National Marine Aquarium, UK. A stunning exploration of the underwater world, and a must-have for any animal enthusiast.
Snap!, Anna Walker
Tap, tap tap ...
Frog thinks there's no one else in the forest, but you never know what's just around the corner ...
Celebrated creator Anna Walker, invites us to hear with our eyes as we follow frog on a rollicking escapade in this pitch-perfect pre-school soundscape.
Frog thinks there's no one else in the forest, but you never know what's just around the corner ...
Celebrated creator Anna Walker, invites us to hear with our eyes as we follow frog on a rollicking escapade in this pitch-perfect pre-school soundscape.
board books:
Bluey: Swim School, Bluey
Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show!
Bluey and her family are playing Swim School! Can they learn to swim without dobbing?
A gorgeous board book for kids of all ages.
Bluey has been a phenomenal success since airing on ABC KIDS in October 2018, amassing legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more. It holds the coveted position of being the most watched program ever on ABC iView, with over 260 million plays for Series One, and is the winner of an International Emmy for Most Outstanding Children's Programme.
Bluey and her family are playing Swim School! Can they learn to swim without dobbing?
A gorgeous board book for kids of all ages.
Bluey has been a phenomenal success since airing on ABC KIDS in October 2018, amassing legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more. It holds the coveted position of being the most watched program ever on ABC iView, with over 260 million plays for Series One, and is the winner of an International Emmy for Most Outstanding Children's Programme.
Bluey: The Beach
Join Bluey for a fun day at the beach! What will she discover along the way? While Mum is off for a walk along the beach, Bluey discovers a beautiful shell. When she runs to show Mum, she begins a series of fantastic and laugh-out-loud encounters that will both excite and test her in unexpected ways.
Bluey: The Creek, Bluey
What will Bluey find when she explores the creek?
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure.
Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure.
Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.
Bluey: The Pool, Bluey
Bluey and Bingo head to the pool with Dad. What could go wrong? A gorgeous board book for kids of all ages.
Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.
Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.
Felt Flap Fun: Under The Sea, Pat-a-Cake
Oh no! Explorer Mouse has lost her cheese on the beach. Can you lift the soft felt flaps and peek through the die cuts to help her find it?
Where can the cheese be? It's not inside the oyster shell, hidden in the shipwreck or even in the yellow submarine! With sturdy felt flaps to lift and holes to look through, these bright books are perfect for babies and toddlers to play with.
Also available: Felt Flap Fun on the Farm
Where can the cheese be? It's not inside the oyster shell, hidden in the shipwreck or even in the yellow submarine! With sturdy felt flaps to lift and holes to look through, these bright books are perfect for babies and toddlers to play with.
Also available: Felt Flap Fun on the Farm
In The Ocean-Cloth Book, New Holland Publishers
Introduce your baby to books with these bright crinkly cloth books. Smooth fabric and crinkle paper inserts encourage tactile play, while the bright illustrations engage early visual awareness.
Kangaroo Beach: Brave In The Waves, Kangaroo Beach
Bondi is teaching the cadets how to dive under big waves. Everyone is nervous, especially Pounce. So he pretends he knows exactly what to do already.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play - on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools - with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play - on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools - with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Kangaroo Beach: Frizzy's Treasure Hunt, Kangaroo Beach
Frizzy and the other cadets are learning how to be diving buddies. But Frizzy is also looking for King Neptune's Trident. Is it buried in the sand? Or maybe it's under the sea?
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play - on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools - with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play - on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools - with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Kangaroo Beach: Island Campout, Kangaroo Beach
While camping out overnight on Boomerang Island with the other cadets, Frizzy goes on a late night hunt for an alien koala.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger - at Kangaroo Beach. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play- on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools, with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger - at Kangaroo Beach. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play- on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools, with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Kangaroo Beach: Sandy's Surf School, Kangaroo Beach
When Neville fails to learn how to surf as well his friends, he builds a self-surfing surfboard. But it soon lands him in hot water.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger - at Kangaroo Beach. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play- on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools, with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Wannabe-hero joey Pounce, creative koala Frizzy, sports-phobic wombat Neville and mini-marine biologist and platypus Gemma are never far from fun - or danger - at Kangaroo Beach. But under the guidance of grown-up lifeguards Bondi, Sandy and Big Trev, the cadets are on their way to becoming pint-sized heroes of sun, sea and sand.
Kangaroo Beach explores the familiar world of water play- on the beach, in the sea, in swimming pools, rivers and rock pools, with an essential message about water safety in every story.
Little Fish And Friends Touch And Feel, Lucy Cousins
Join Little Fish and friends in this colourful, deep-sea delight with exciting textures to touch and feel on every page.
Hello, I am Little Fish,
swimming in the sea.
I love playing with all my friends,
come along with me!
Explore exciting textures with Little Fish and his friends in this fun, interactive touch-and-feel book with a bouncy rhyming text. Babies and toddlers will love exploring the world of Little Fish in another deep-sea delight from Lucy Cousins, multi-award-winning creator of Hooray for Fish! With vibrant artwork and playful imaginative underwater creatures, little ones will be enthralled by Little Fish's bumpy, fluffy, rough, crinkly, shiny and squidgy friends!
Hello, I am Little Fish,
swimming in the sea.
I love playing with all my friends,
come along with me!
Explore exciting textures with Little Fish and his friends in this fun, interactive touch-and-feel book with a bouncy rhyming text. Babies and toddlers will love exploring the world of Little Fish in another deep-sea delight from Lucy Cousins, multi-award-winning creator of Hooray for Fish! With vibrant artwork and playful imaginative underwater creatures, little ones will be enthralled by Little Fish's bumpy, fluffy, rough, crinkly, shiny and squidgy friends!
Look Inside A Coral Reef, Minna Lacey, Sam Brewster
Discover a vivid underwater world of bright coral and fascinating sea creatures.
Open the flaps and peer among spectacular coral shapes to see a magical world of sea creatures living in a reef. From turtles, fish and sharks to octopus, sponges and sea horses. Find out what coral is and how a reef forms, and discover the threat to all coral reefs from warming oceans and pollution.
Open the flaps and peer among spectacular coral shapes to see a magical world of sea creatures living in a reef. From turtles, fish and sharks to octopus, sponges and sea horses. Find out what coral is and how a reef forms, and discover the threat to all coral reefs from warming oceans and pollution.
Narwhal's Friends of the Sea Cloth book, New Holland Publishers
For ages: 6 months +
Introduce your baby to books with these bright, crinkly cloth books. Smooth fabric and crinkle paper inserts encourage tactile play, while the bright illustrations engage early visual awareness
Smooth fabrics with crinkle paper encourages tactile play,
Bright clear illustrations engage early visual awareness
Introduce your baby to the world around them with these cute sea animals
Introduce your baby to books with these bright, crinkly cloth books. Smooth fabric and crinkle paper inserts encourage tactile play, while the bright illustrations engage early visual awareness
Smooth fabrics with crinkle paper encourages tactile play,
Bright clear illustrations engage early visual awareness
Introduce your baby to the world around them with these cute sea animals
Never Pop A Shark!, Christie Hainsby, Stuart Lynch
This ocean-creatures board book has a silicone fidget popper for little hands to pop in and out! The graphic design and sweet rhymes will keep children engaged as they explore the tactile book. A must-have for developing hand-eye coordination in young children.
Over In The Ocean, Marianne Berkes, Jeanette Canyon
Age range 3 to 9
Learning becomes fun with this book about the animals of the ocean! In Over in the Ocean: A coral reef baby animal counting book, amazing artwork will inspire kids in classrooms and at home to appreciate the beauty and biology of coral reefs and world around us! Brilliant artwork is the star of this oceanic counting book, based on the classic children's song "Over in the Meadow." Kids will sing, clap, and count their way among pufferfish that "puff," gruntfish that "grunt" and seahorses that "flutter," and begin to appreciate the animals in the ocean. And the clay art will inspire many a project.
Learning becomes fun with this book about the animals of the ocean! In Over in the Ocean: A coral reef baby animal counting book, amazing artwork will inspire kids in classrooms and at home to appreciate the beauty and biology of coral reefs and world around us! Brilliant artwork is the star of this oceanic counting book, based on the classic children's song "Over in the Meadow." Kids will sing, clap, and count their way among pufferfish that "puff," gruntfish that "grunt" and seahorses that "flutter," and begin to appreciate the animals in the ocean. And the clay art will inspire many a project.
Seas: A Lift-The-Flap Eco Book, Ladybird, Alix
This lift-the-flap book uses plant-based inks, glues with minimal plastic content and is made from recycled board.
Teaching children all about why our oceans and seas are so important and how we can help care for them better, this eco-friendly book is the perfect introduction to an important topic. With flaps to lift and facts to learn, this book also includes a section on how you can help.
Teaching children all about why our oceans and seas are so important and how we can help care for them better, this eco-friendly book is the perfect introduction to an important topic. With flaps to lift and facts to learn, this book also includes a section on how you can help.
Splish Splash Glow: Light Up, Cara Jenkins, Hayley Kershaw
Meet Jelly the Jellyfish—she's looking for some ocean friends to star in her show! This exciting board book includes sweet illustrations and a flashing light cut through to the cover. Children will love pressing each sea creature to make them light up! From Friendly Crab to Tiny Turtle, each turn of the page reveals a new ocean character that can sparkle, gleam and glow!
Spot Goes Surfing, Eric Hill
Spot's going to Australia!
For the first time ever, Spot is setting off on some special Australian adventures, meeting new friends and learning new things. In this story Spot is having fun at the beach, trying out surfing - and learning it's not as easy as it looks!
A fantastic first experiences story - perfect for reassuring little ones who are trying new things.
For the first time ever, Spot is setting off on some special Australian adventures, meeting new friends and learning new things. In this story Spot is having fun at the beach, trying out surfing - and learning it's not as easy as it looks!
A fantastic first experiences story - perfect for reassuring little ones who are trying new things.
That's Not My Turtle..., Fiona Watt, Rachel Wells
A fabulous title in the best-selling touchy-feely series.
Swim with the turtles as they dive through the pages of this delightful title in the well-loved That's not my... series. Babies and toddlers will love touching the tactile patches and looking for the familiar little white mouse.
Swim with the turtles as they dive through the pages of this delightful title in the well-loved That's not my... series. Babies and toddlers will love touching the tactile patches and looking for the familiar little white mouse.
The Owl and the Pussycat, Edward Lear, Jan Brett
Edward Lear's nonsense poem about two unlikely sweethearts-an elegant owl and a beautiful cat-has found a perfect match in artist Jan Brett. She traveled to the Caribbean (the land where the Bong-tree grows, perhaps?) to research her illustrations as well as the settings, costume details, plants, and fish native to the area. Readers can follow an illustrated subplot of two yellow fish who also fall in love under the pea-green boat. A charming treatment of a classic children's poem.
Three Step Stories In The Rock Pool, Will Millard, Rachel Quiqi
Uncover five nature stories in a single rock pool.
Watch a prawn cleaning up the floor and a hermit crab change his shell as you lift the double-layer lift flaps in 1... 2... 3!
With read-aloud rhyming texts and first words to see and say, this book reinforces early language skills.
Watch a prawn cleaning up the floor and a hermit crab change his shell as you lift the double-layer lift flaps in 1... 2... 3!
With read-aloud rhyming texts and first words to see and say, this book reinforces early language skills.
What The Ladybird Heard At The Seaside, Julia Donaldson, Lydia Monks
With a cast of wonderful sea creatures, including a magical mermaid, and plenty of seaside fun, What the Ladybird Heard at the Seaside is a brilliant rhyming adventure from the bestselling picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.
The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they're planning to steal the mermaid's hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves ...
The fourth title in the Number One bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.
The clever little ladybird is off on a trip to the seaside, but those two bad men, Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len, are up to their wicked ways again. This time they're planning to steal the mermaid's hair and sell it to a famous star. Luckily, the crime-busting ladybird has a clever plan to stop the thieves ...
The fourth title in the Number One bestselling What the Ladybird Heard series from the award-winning team of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks.
Puzzles:
Usborne - Book And Jigsaw: Oceans
Dive into the world's oceans and discover the amazing creatures that live at different depths with this colourful book and jigsaw set. It's packed with appealing illustrations and the book is full of fascinating facts about all sorts of sea life.
Magic Beach Book And Jigsaw Puzzle
Alison Lester's Magic Beach is an Australian classic. With 150 piece jigsaw.
Imagine a perfect beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, make sandcastles, hunt for treasure, explore rock-pools, muck about in boats, fish from the jetty, and build a bonfire under the stars. Come to Magic Beach, where adventure begins...
Magic Beach is a long-standing favourite with Australian children. This beautiful book and jigsaw package will provide hours of delight for families.
Imagine a perfect beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, make sandcastles, hunt for treasure, explore rock-pools, muck about in boats, fish from the jetty, and build a bonfire under the stars. Come to Magic Beach, where adventure begins...
Magic Beach is a long-standing favourite with Australian children. This beautiful book and jigsaw package will provide hours of delight for families.
Usborne Book And Jigsaw: Under The Sea Maze
By Sam Smith, Valeria Danilova
Card Games:
Go Fish
The absurdly adorable art from the New York Times bestselling picture book Stuck turns a game of Go Fish into irresistible fun for kids and parents alike!
The absurdly adorable art from the New York Times bestselling picture book Stuck turns a game of Go Fish into irresistible fun for kids and parents alike!
Do you have any kites? Do you have any Floyds? Any curious whales?
This deck of oversized, kid-friendly cards is a surefire way to induce family fun, especially for fans of award-winning children's book author and illustrator Oliver Jeffers. A hefty cardstock box holds this deck of 52 playing cards (plus two instruction cards)--each of which is sized perfectly for little hands at 3-1/2" x 5" apiece. With a flip-top lid and Velcro closure, the package is easily portable and tear-openable for any and every game-playing moment. In addition to playing Go Fish, players will also get the instructions for two bonus games- Concentration (a memory game) and Snap (a kid-friendly card game that's similar to Slapjack).
The absurdly adorable art from the New York Times bestselling picture book Stuck turns a game of Go Fish into irresistible fun for kids and parents alike!
Do you have any kites? Do you have any Floyds? Any curious whales?
This deck of oversized, kid-friendly cards is a surefire way to induce family fun, especially for fans of award-winning children's book author and illustrator Oliver Jeffers. A hefty cardstock box holds this deck of 52 playing cards (plus two instruction cards)--each of which is sized perfectly for little hands at 3-1/2" x 5" apiece. With a flip-top lid and Velcro closure, the package is easily portable and tear-openable for any and every game-playing moment. In addition to playing Go Fish, players will also get the instructions for two bonus games- Concentration (a memory game) and Snap (a kid-friendly card game that's similar to Slapjack).
Ocean Bingo, Holly Exley, Mike Unwin
This family-friendly game is packed with ocean creatures for hours of bingo fun. Includes such favorites as the emperor penguin, sea otter, killer whale, and Pacific seahorse as well as lesser known sea inhabitants like the yellow-bellied sea snake and the bioluminescent octopus.
Boasting 64 weird, wonderful, and beautiful species, Ocean Bingo is filled with fun facts and glorious illustrations that are guaranteed to delight aquatic afficionados. Mark each species off on your card as it's called and be the first to shout BINGO!
Contents:
Instruction Booklet
Game Board
64 Chips & Cloth Bag
12 Game Cards
200 Counters
Boasting 64 weird, wonderful, and beautiful species, Ocean Bingo is filled with fun facts and glorious illustrations that are guaranteed to delight aquatic afficionados. Mark each species off on your card as it's called and be the first to shout BINGO!
Contents:
Instruction Booklet
Game Board
64 Chips & Cloth Bag
12 Game Cards
200 Counters
Snap Cards, Under The Sea
Discover whats under the sea with this entertaining card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4).
Heads And Tails underwater match-it cards, John Canty
Match each tail to each corresponding head in this fun interactive game from award-winning author and illustrator John Canty.Using vibrant watercolour illustrations, the images encourage youngsters to guess animals based on visual clues. The boxed set includes 20 stunningly illustrated cards and an instruction sheet. Collect all three card sets in the series, the original Heads and Tails Match-It Cards, the Heads and Tails: Underwater Match-It Cards and the Heads and Tails: Insects Match-It Cards.
Splish, Splash, SNAP!
You know the platypus but have you met the spotted wobbegong? There are thirteen native Australian aquatic animals to play with in Megan McKean's new game Splish, Splash, Snap!
Other animals include the bluebottle, biscuit sea star, box jellyfish, blue-ringed octopus, Eastern snake-necked turtle, Australian sea lion, saltwater crocodile, weedy seadragon, yabby, Australian clownfish and the green turtle.
With four different groups of animals, Snap! by Megan McKean brings together a native lineup of animals big and small. Big cards for little hands make this series extra fun! Up for a challenge? Each game in the series can be joined together to form a larger playing deck.
How to play: shuffle the cards and divide them equally between the players. Each player should keep their cards face down. Taking it in turns, each player flips over their top card, placing it into a pile in the middle. When the top two cards on the pile match, the first player to say SPLISH, SPLASH, SNAP! wins all the cards in the pile. Good luck! It's a real tongue twister. The winner is the first player to collect all the cards.
Other animals include the bluebottle, biscuit sea star, box jellyfish, blue-ringed octopus, Eastern snake-necked turtle, Australian sea lion, saltwater crocodile, weedy seadragon, yabby, Australian clownfish and the green turtle.
With four different groups of animals, Snap! by Megan McKean brings together a native lineup of animals big and small. Big cards for little hands make this series extra fun! Up for a challenge? Each game in the series can be joined together to form a larger playing deck.
How to play: shuffle the cards and divide them equally between the players. Each player should keep their cards face down. Taking it in turns, each player flips over their top card, placing it into a pile in the middle. When the top two cards on the pile match, the first player to say SPLISH, SPLASH, SNAP! wins all the cards in the pile. Good luck! It's a real tongue twister. The winner is the first player to collect all the cards.
Interactive Books:
Bluey: Where's Bluey?
Have you seen Bluey and Bingo? There are lots of other hidden items too, so join the fun in this search-and-find book!
Draw 50 Sea Creatures: The Step-By-Step Way To Draw Fish, Sharks, Mollusks, Dolphins, And More, Lee J. Ames, Erin Harvey
In this new installment of Lee J. Ames's beloved Draw 50 series, readers will find easy-to-follow, step-by-step visual lessons on sketching and rendering all kinds of sea and ocean-dwelling creatures. Animals and plants from in and near the water featured in the book include clownfish, whale sharks, sea otters, dolphins, turtles and more.
Grow Your Own Crystal Narwhal
Prepare your animal by shaping and sticking in pipe cleaners. Then dip your animal to seed it, dunk your animal in the growing solution and watch the crystals magically grow!
Outdoor School: Spot & Sticker Oceans, Odd Dot
Sharks Sticker Activity Book, National Geographic Kids, Kate Olesin
Rule the ocean in this shark-tastic sticker and activity book from National Geographic Kids! This super engaging activity book is packed with mazes, spelling and pattern games, drawing activities, shark facts, and more. Shark-crazy kids are sure to love these pages loaded with fun, learning as they go!
Ultimate Sticker Book Sharks, DK
A fun, shark-themed book packed with puzzles, quizzes, and, of course, lots and lots of stickers!This colourful children's activity book contains more than 250 stickers. The stickers are reusable and easy-to-peel - perfect for little fingers to add to pages again and again! Kids will love this journey under the sea, meeting the sharks that live there, finding out what they eat, and what makes each species different. Fascinating facts accompany simple, fun activities such as follow-the-trail, a challenge to make your own super shark, and a shark-themed quiz. Children are challenged to find the correct stickers to fill in the blanks in the images, and are encouraged to be creative and create their own scene out of stickers. Dare to meet spotted leopard sharks, fearsome great whites, and gruesome goblin sharks, and have fun as you do!
Under The Sea Mazes, Sam Smith
Swim with prehistoric plesiosaurs, explore Poseidon's palace and gather up gold from lost pirate galleons as you dive beneath the waves with this entertaining selection mazes. Each maze is more challenging than the last, from stealthy submarines to salmon spawning grounds, and all the answers are at the back of the book.
Wind-Up Helicopter, Fiona Watt, Gabriele Antonini
Children will enjoy winding up the helicopter and watching it zoom around the tracks time and time again in this exciting interactive book. The colourful scenes with tracks embedded in the pages show the helicopter helping boys stranded on rocks at the beach, rescuing an injured skier on the mountain and arriving at an oil rig.
Wind-Up Pirate Ship, Louie Stowell, Christyan Fox
Wind-up Pirate Ship, being a timbre-shivering tale on the high seas with a wind-up ship.Age 3+
An exciting pirate adventure in an interactive storybook with three tracks for the wind-up pirate ship to sail around. Captain Blackjack and his crew set sail for buried treasure but there are lots of dangers they must avoid along the way.
An exciting pirate adventure in an interactive storybook with three tracks for the wind-up pirate ship to sail around. Captain Blackjack and his crew set sail for buried treasure but there are lots of dangers they must avoid along the way.
chapter books:
A Girl Called Corpse: An Elston-Fright Tale, Reece Carter
A dazzling debut about a lonely kid ghost who goes searching for answers about her past in a forgotten coastal town that fizzes with secret magic. 'I loved it!' said Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of Nevermoor.
'Find the thing the Witches call a treasure,' says Old Man, 'and you'll get back all those memories you're missing.'
With a body made of wax, seaweed for hair and polished abalone shells for eyes, Corpse is bound to haunt the Witches' sea shack forever. She has no memory of the kid she was before she was snatched and ended up on the rock-that-doesn't-exist. But the delivery of an unexpected message sets Corpse off on a surprising quest, searching for answers to the old and familiar questions that have filled her not-brain since the day she first woke up a ghost. Questions about her name. Questions about her family. With only her eight-legged friend Simon for company, Corpse heads into the unknown. There will be danger - cruel Witches, a silver-eyed sea monster and a cunning Merchant with a hungry grin - but Corpse is not afraid. She'll stop at nothing to uncover the truth about her past. Only some answers, it turns out, are much closer than she thinks.
A sparkling adventure story about friendship, family and finding out that there is nothing more powerful than a kid acting with their whole heart. A Girl Called Corpse is one of the most exciting children's fantasy debuts to hit the shelves since Nevermoor.
'Find the thing the Witches call a treasure,' says Old Man, 'and you'll get back all those memories you're missing.'
With a body made of wax, seaweed for hair and polished abalone shells for eyes, Corpse is bound to haunt the Witches' sea shack forever. She has no memory of the kid she was before she was snatched and ended up on the rock-that-doesn't-exist. But the delivery of an unexpected message sets Corpse off on a surprising quest, searching for answers to the old and familiar questions that have filled her not-brain since the day she first woke up a ghost. Questions about her name. Questions about her family. With only her eight-legged friend Simon for company, Corpse heads into the unknown. There will be danger - cruel Witches, a silver-eyed sea monster and a cunning Merchant with a hungry grin - but Corpse is not afraid. She'll stop at nothing to uncover the truth about her past. Only some answers, it turns out, are much closer than she thinks.
A sparkling adventure story about friendship, family and finding out that there is nothing more powerful than a kid acting with their whole heart. A Girl Called Corpse is one of the most exciting children's fantasy debuts to hit the shelves since Nevermoor.
A Line In The Sand
All That Impossible Space, Anna Morgan
Amelia Westlake meets My Favorite Murder in this debut from a terrific new voice in Australian YA. Combines a realistic story about high school drama and toxic friendship with true crime - the endlessly fascinating Somerton Man or Taman Shud mystery. 15-year-old Lara Laylor feels like supporting character in her own life. She's Ashley's best friend, she's Hannah's sister-she's never just Lara. When new history teacher Mr. Grant gives her an unusual assignment: investigating the mystery of the Somerton Man. Found dead in on an Adelaide beach in 1948, a half-smoked cigarette still in his mouth and the labels cut out of his clothes, the Somerton Man has intrigued people for years. Was he a spy? A criminal? Year 10 has plenty of mysteries of its own: boys, drama queen friends, and enigmatic new students. When they seem just as unsolvable as a 60-year-old cold case, Lara finds herself spending more and more time on the assignment. But Mr Grant himself may be the biggest mystery of all... Interspersed with fictionalised snapshots of the Somerton Man investigation, ALL THAT IMPOSSIBLE SPACE is a coming of age novel exploring toxic friendships and the balance of power between teacher and student, perfect for fans of Cath Crowley and Fiona Wood.
Atticus Van Tasticus 2: The Map Of Half Maps, Andrew Daddo, Stephen Michael King
ATTICUS VAN TASTICUS is back. And this time he means business. Having escaped certain disaster on the high seas, he's on the scent of treasure. Then the call comes from above- 'Ship ahoy, Captain, ship ahoy!'
If only it were good news, which of course it ain't. Vicious, mean and mighty unclean Bjorn Ironhead is on the warpath - and Atticus and his crew are in his sights. Stay and fight, or run and hide? But where do you hide a pirate ship, and who's this Captain Half Map, and, most of all, where's that TREASURE OF TREASURRRRES?!
Join Atticus and his crew as they roll from one adventure to certain disasterrrrr...
If only it were good news, which of course it ain't. Vicious, mean and mighty unclean Bjorn Ironhead is on the warpath - and Atticus and his crew are in his sights. Stay and fight, or run and hide? But where do you hide a pirate ship, and who's this Captain Half Map, and, most of all, where's that TREASURE OF TREASURRRRES?!
Join Atticus and his crew as they roll from one adventure to certain disasterrrrr...
Atticus Van Tasticus, Andrew Daddo, Stephen Michael King
1750, when times were tough and teeth were rotten...
As part of an ancient family tradition, young Atticus Van Tasticus narrowly escapes a life down the coal mines - or worse, going to school - when he gets to choose the gift of a pirate ship from his Grandnan's treasure pile.
It's a choice that will change the course of history - well, OK, his story, at least. Atticus pulls together a rag-tag bunch misfits - AHEM - a tough, brilliant crew, and sets out to wreak havoc - I mean - live a piratin' life.
With little else to his name, Atticus has a taste for adventure, beauty and danger - where any minute might be your last, and your next minute could be your best (...if only they could get off the dock).
As part of an ancient family tradition, young Atticus Van Tasticus narrowly escapes a life down the coal mines - or worse, going to school - when he gets to choose the gift of a pirate ship from his Grandnan's treasure pile.
It's a choice that will change the course of history - well, OK, his story, at least. Atticus pulls together a rag-tag bunch misfits - AHEM - a tough, brilliant crew, and sets out to wreak havoc - I mean - live a piratin' life.
With little else to his name, Atticus has a taste for adventure, beauty and danger - where any minute might be your last, and your next minute could be your best (...if only they could get off the dock).
Bad Mermaids Meet The Sushi Sisters, Sibeal Pounder
Meri Pebble, professional spy mermaid, has a new mission. She's going to be a personal assistant to the Sushi Sisters (famous for their notorious appearance on reality TV programme Catwalk Prawn, and for driving around in a submarine shaped like a giant bit of sushi). Beattie, Mimi, Zelda and Steve the talking seahorse are coming along for the ride as the least convincing glam squad ever.
Meanwhile, on land, their human friend Paris is moving from California to a castle in Scotland complete with a loch rumoured to be haunted by a mermaid.
The gang soon realise there's something o-fish-ally fishy about the Sushi Sisters o but could it lead them all the way to Paris's loch? And what has the loch got to do with things like mercats and hamstars (half hamster, half starfish)?
Things are getting sea-riously weird in the fourth book in Sib al Pounder's Bad Mermaids series!
Meanwhile, on land, their human friend Paris is moving from California to a castle in Scotland complete with a loch rumoured to be haunted by a mermaid.
The gang soon realise there's something o-fish-ally fishy about the Sushi Sisters o but could it lead them all the way to Paris's loch? And what has the loch got to do with things like mercats and hamstars (half hamster, half starfish)?
Things are getting sea-riously weird in the fourth book in Sib al Pounder's Bad Mermaids series!
Bad Mermaids: On The Rocks, Sibeal Pounder
Mermaids Beattie, Mimi and Zelda, and Steve the talking seahorse, are trapped aboard the spooky ship The Merry Mary, heading for the presumed-mythical Crocodile Kingdom - a vast, crocodile-filled metropolis where nothing is quite as it seems. It's time to swim on down to the bright green lights and explore the oldest and grandest mermaid kingdom of them all! Just don't let any mermaid know you're not from there. Or else.
Featuring magical mysteries, fabulous fashion, and a snappier than average transport system, the second Bad Mermaids adventure brings a whole new twist to the underwater world of mermaids. If you enjoyed Witch Wars, The Little Mermaid, or Mabel Jones you'll love this!
Featuring magical mysteries, fabulous fashion, and a snappier than average transport system, the second Bad Mermaids adventure brings a whole new twist to the underwater world of mermaids. If you enjoyed Witch Wars, The Little Mermaid, or Mabel Jones you'll love this!
Bad Mermaids: On Thin Ice, Sibeal Pounder
In the kingdom of Frostopia, mermaids Beattie, Mimi and Zelda have come to the aid of Maritza Mist, a famous water witch who supplies magic spells to the underwater kingdoms.
Two notoriously bad mermaids have escaped from Viper View prison and stolen Maritza's map that shows the locations of twelve magical objects. When brought together, these objects will create the most powerful water witch the world has ever known. Beattie, Mimi and Zelda set off to travel the underwater kingdoms to stop them. But they haven't counted on meeting a bunch of over-zealous spies, the oldest shark in the world or their faithful companion Steve the seahorse going rogue ...
On Thin Ice is the third book in the hilarious Bad Mermaids series from the superbly witty and creative Sib al Pounder, author of Witch Wars and a World Book Day author for 2019.
Two notoriously bad mermaids have escaped from Viper View prison and stolen Maritza's map that shows the locations of twelve magical objects. When brought together, these objects will create the most powerful water witch the world has ever known. Beattie, Mimi and Zelda set off to travel the underwater kingdoms to stop them. But they haven't counted on meeting a bunch of over-zealous spies, the oldest shark in the world or their faithful companion Steve the seahorse going rogue ...
On Thin Ice is the third book in the hilarious Bad Mermaids series from the superbly witty and creative Sib al Pounder, author of Witch Wars and a World Book Day author for 2019.
Barney And The Secret Of The French Spies, Jackie French
The new title in the critically acclaimed series that explores Australia's early Colonial secret history In1798 orphaned Barney Bean now has a flourishing farm in the New SouthWales colony and everything he ever dreamed of ... except his childhood friendElsie.Butwhen Elsie falls ill and Barney rushes to be by her side, he finally learns thedeadly secret she has been hiding. Who is this strange and beautiful girl who will not speak? And could Franceever attack the isolated colony? Written byaward-winning author Jackie French and superbly illustrated by Mark Wilson,this fourth book in The Secret Histories series explores extraordinary anduntold stories from Australia's past, including the female French botanistwho could only work disguised as a man, French and Englishspies, and wars between two empires that threatened even a far-off colony.
Beady Bold And The Yum-Yams: Monty's Island 2, Lucinda Gifford, Emily Rodda
On a tiny island far away, in a sea that ripples with magic, Monty never knows what he might find...
Everyone loves Bring-and-Buy Day, when Trader Jolly visits the Island with all the supplies Monty and his friends need.
But this Bring-and-Buy day is different. Instead of Trader Jolly, there's a sneaky new trader called Beady Bold. And he's arrived with a boatload of trouble. The yum-yams are yummy, but they're hiding a very scary secret.
All seems lost until Monty comes up with a daring plan.
A charming and exciting series from beloved author Emily Rodda.
Everyone loves Bring-and-Buy Day, when Trader Jolly visits the Island with all the supplies Monty and his friends need.
But this Bring-and-Buy day is different. Instead of Trader Jolly, there's a sneaky new trader called Beady Bold. And he's arrived with a boatload of trouble. The yum-yams are yummy, but they're hiding a very scary secret.
All seems lost until Monty comes up with a daring plan.
A charming and exciting series from beloved author Emily Rodda.
Before The Beginning, Anna Morgan
Schoolies week: that strange in-between time when teenagers move from school into the adult world. It's a week when anything is possible, and everything can change.
Grace is questioning everything she thought about herself, and has opted not to join her clique of judgemental friends for schoolies, instead tagging along with her brother Casper and his friends. Casper, an artist, is trying to create the perfect artwork for his uni application folio. Overachieving, anxiety-ridden Noah is reeling from a catastrophe that might have ruined his ATAR result. And Elsie is just trying to figure out how to hold their friendship group together.
On the first night of the trip, they meet Sierra, a mysterious girl with silver-grey hair and a magnetic personality. All of them are drawn to her for different reasons, and she persuades them to abandon the cliched schoolies experience in favour of camping with her on a remote, uninhabited island. On that island, each of them will find answers to their questions. But what does Sierra want from them?
An empathetic and suspenseful coming-of-age story from the author of All That Impossible Space.
Praise for Before the Beginning:
'Soulful and suspenseful; this #LoveOzYA story doesn't take you where you think it will, it leads you where you need to be ... 'Before the Beginning' heralds Anna Morgan as the lovechild of Cath Crowley and Vikki Wakefield for her thoughtful and thrilling storytelling of the highest order.' - Danielle Binks, author of The Year the Maps Changed and Begin, End, Begin
'Genuine characters, a clever hint of danger and a deep understanding of graduating high school. I was hooked!' - Emily Gale, author of I Am Out With Lanterns and The Other Side of Summer
Grace is questioning everything she thought about herself, and has opted not to join her clique of judgemental friends for schoolies, instead tagging along with her brother Casper and his friends. Casper, an artist, is trying to create the perfect artwork for his uni application folio. Overachieving, anxiety-ridden Noah is reeling from a catastrophe that might have ruined his ATAR result. And Elsie is just trying to figure out how to hold their friendship group together.
On the first night of the trip, they meet Sierra, a mysterious girl with silver-grey hair and a magnetic personality. All of them are drawn to her for different reasons, and she persuades them to abandon the cliched schoolies experience in favour of camping with her on a remote, uninhabited island. On that island, each of them will find answers to their questions. But what does Sierra want from them?
An empathetic and suspenseful coming-of-age story from the author of All That Impossible Space.
Praise for Before the Beginning:
'Soulful and suspenseful; this #LoveOzYA story doesn't take you where you think it will, it leads you where you need to be ... 'Before the Beginning' heralds Anna Morgan as the lovechild of Cath Crowley and Vikki Wakefield for her thoughtful and thrilling storytelling of the highest order.' - Danielle Binks, author of The Year the Maps Changed and Begin, End, Begin
'Genuine characters, a clever hint of danger and a deep understanding of graduating high school. I was hooked!' - Emily Gale, author of I Am Out With Lanterns and The Other Side of Summer
Between The Lighthouse And You, Michelle Lee
Everyone says Alice Jones's mother died in a boating accident, but Alice doesn't believe them. When she hears that the residents of Aviles know how to communicate with loved ones who have died, she knows she has to go—if she can contact her mother, she might have all the answers she needs.
For generations, Leo Mercury's family has been in charge of the Aviles Island lighthouse. Now, his family runs the annual Tidings Festival, when everyone in town can trade letters with loved ones who have died. When nosy Alice Jones shows up for the festival, Leo knows it's up to him to protect the island's traditions. Because something about the tidings is changing, and he needs to fix it before it's too late.
Between the Lighthouse and You is a heartwarming story about love, grief, and letting go.
For generations, Leo Mercury's family has been in charge of the Aviles Island lighthouse. Now, his family runs the annual Tidings Festival, when everyone in town can trade letters with loved ones who have died. When nosy Alice Jones shows up for the festival, Leo knows it's up to him to protect the island's traditions. Because something about the tidings is changing, and he needs to fix it before it's too late.
Between the Lighthouse and You is a heartwarming story about love, grief, and letting go.
Bronte's Big Sister Problem, Mary Van Reyk
The Surf Riders Club is back! And Bronte has a problem - a big sister problem!
How's Bronte supposed to catch waves when she keeps fighting with her big sister? She always wanted to be just like Carrie, but now they are growing apart. Bronte wants to do her own thing, but Carrie thinks Surf Riders Club is lame.
Now Bronte is torn between her friends and her sister. Will she get it together in time for the Beachcrest Carnival surf comp?
Ava, Alex, Bronte, Janani and Molly formed Surf Riders Club to help each other practise, but it has quickly become much more than that. Whether it's learning how to get barrelled, problem parents or annoying boys, Surf Riders Club are there for each other, no matter what.
Officially endorsed by Surfing Australia and includes a special message from Tyler Wright, 2016 WSL Women's World Surfing Champion.
How's Bronte supposed to catch waves when she keeps fighting with her big sister? She always wanted to be just like Carrie, but now they are growing apart. Bronte wants to do her own thing, but Carrie thinks Surf Riders Club is lame.
Now Bronte is torn between her friends and her sister. Will she get it together in time for the Beachcrest Carnival surf comp?
Ava, Alex, Bronte, Janani and Molly formed Surf Riders Club to help each other practise, but it has quickly become much more than that. Whether it's learning how to get barrelled, problem parents or annoying boys, Surf Riders Club are there for each other, no matter what.
Officially endorsed by Surfing Australia and includes a special message from Tyler Wright, 2016 WSL Women's World Surfing Champion.
Catfish Rolling, Clara Kumagai
A dazzling debut for 12+ readers. Magic-realism blends with Japanese myth and legend in an original story about grief, memory, time and an earthquake that shook a nation.
There's a catfish under the islands of Japan and when it rolls the land rises and falls.
Sora hates the catfish whose rolling caused an earthquake so powerful it cracked time itself. It destroyed her home and took her mother. Now Sora and her scientist father live close to the zones – the wild and abandoned places where time runs faster or slower than normal. Sora is sensitive to these shifts, and her father recruits her help in exploring these liminal spaces.
But it's dangerous there – and as she strays further inside in search of her mother, she finds that time distorts, memories fracture and shadows, a glimmer of things not entirely human, linger. After Sora's father goes missing, she has no choice but to venture into uncharted spaces within the time zones to find him, her mother and perhaps even the catfish itself...
Stylish, accomplished and thought-provoking story-telling explores themes of identity, philosophy, science, ecology, life, loss and love.
There's a catfish under the islands of Japan and when it rolls the land rises and falls.
Sora hates the catfish whose rolling caused an earthquake so powerful it cracked time itself. It destroyed her home and took her mother. Now Sora and her scientist father live close to the zones – the wild and abandoned places where time runs faster or slower than normal. Sora is sensitive to these shifts, and her father recruits her help in exploring these liminal spaces.
But it's dangerous there – and as she strays further inside in search of her mother, she finds that time distorts, memories fracture and shadows, a glimmer of things not entirely human, linger. After Sora's father goes missing, she has no choice but to venture into uncharted spaces within the time zones to find him, her mother and perhaps even the catfish itself...
Stylish, accomplished and thought-provoking story-telling explores themes of identity, philosophy, science, ecology, life, loss and love.
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Collins Classics - 20,000 Leagues Under The Sea, Jules Verne
HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved, essential classics.
‘The creature's teeth were buried in the gunwale, and it lifted the whole thing out of the water like a lion can a roebuck…'
Scientist Pierre Aronnax, together with his faithful servant Conseil and the whaler Ned Land, is invited to join a hazardous voyage to the Pacific Ocean to hunt down a terrifying sea monster. But on attacking it, they discover that it is in fact an enormous submarine in disguise, commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo. Nemo takes them on board to join his crew, and their ensuing quests, explorations and misfortunes are among the greatest adventure stories ever told.
First published in 1871 to critical acclaim, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is regarded as one of Jules Verne's finest works and a classic of the science fiction genre. It has been adapted
into numerous films, television series, comic books and graphic novels.
‘The creature's teeth were buried in the gunwale, and it lifted the whole thing out of the water like a lion can a roebuck…'
Scientist Pierre Aronnax, together with his faithful servant Conseil and the whaler Ned Land, is invited to join a hazardous voyage to the Pacific Ocean to hunt down a terrifying sea monster. But on attacking it, they discover that it is in fact an enormous submarine in disguise, commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo. Nemo takes them on board to join his crew, and their ensuing quests, explorations and misfortunes are among the greatest adventure stories ever told.
First published in 1871 to critical acclaim, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea is regarded as one of Jules Verne's finest works and a classic of the science fiction genre. It has been adapted
into numerous films, television series, comic books and graphic novels.
Daughter Of The Deep, Rick Riordan
An epic undersea adventure from global bestselling author, Rick Riordan. Featuring a brand-new female hero and inspired by Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.
Ana Dakkar is a freshman at Harding-Pencroft Academy, training centre for the best marine scientists and underwater explorers in the world. When Ana embarks on the sea trials that mark the end of her freshman year, her life as she knows it is blown out of the water. She and her school mates witness a terrible tragedy and discover that Harding-Pencroft and their rival school Land Institute have been engaged in a deadly rivalry going back over one hundred and fifty years. With the rivalry turned up full broil, Ana will be tested more than ever before . . .
Ana Dakkar is a freshman at Harding-Pencroft Academy, training centre for the best marine scientists and underwater explorers in the world. When Ana embarks on the sea trials that mark the end of her freshman year, her life as she knows it is blown out of the water. She and her school mates witness a terrible tragedy and discover that Harding-Pencroft and their rival school Land Institute have been engaged in a deadly rivalry going back over one hundred and fifty years. With the rivalry turned up full broil, Ana will be tested more than ever before . . .
Einstein The Penguin, Iona Rangeley
Perfect for all readers from 7 to 70, Einstein the Penguin introduces an unforgettable new character in a future-classic and fantastically funny debut for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin into your own home…
When the Stewarts spend a sunny, frosty December day at London Zoo, they're enchanted by one small penguin. At the delight of young Imogen and Arthur, Mrs Stewart insists the penguin “must come and stay with them whenever he likes.”
But not one Stewart expects the penguin to turn up at their door that evening, rucksack labelled “Einstein” on his back…
The family's new feathered friend helps Arthur to come out of his shell and makes massive demands on Imogen's amateur sleuthing. But together they must find out why Einstein came to them and they must keep away from the mysterious white-coat man.
And Einstein can't stay forever, can he…?
From stunning new writing talent Iona Rangeley, and illustrated with wit and brio by the award-winning David Tazzyman, this is a book that will be treasured for years to come.
When the Stewarts spend a sunny, frosty December day at London Zoo, they're enchanted by one small penguin. At the delight of young Imogen and Arthur, Mrs Stewart insists the penguin “must come and stay with them whenever he likes.”
But not one Stewart expects the penguin to turn up at their door that evening, rucksack labelled “Einstein” on his back…
The family's new feathered friend helps Arthur to come out of his shell and makes massive demands on Imogen's amateur sleuthing. But together they must find out why Einstein came to them and they must keep away from the mysterious white-coat man.
And Einstein can't stay forever, can he…?
From stunning new writing talent Iona Rangeley, and illustrated with wit and brio by the award-winning David Tazzyman, this is a book that will be treasured for years to come.
Famous Five Colour Short Stories: Five To The Rescue!, Enid Blyton, Becka Moor
Join the Famous Five on a brand-new adventure in this NEWLY CREATED story for children aged 5 and up!
When the Famous Five are enjoying a picnic on Kirrin Island they spot a lamb in trouble. With no one else on hand to help, it's up to the Five launch a rescue mission. Will they make it in time?
Set in the world of Enid Blyton's best-loved series, this newly created story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure. The story is broken down into six short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently.
Also look out for: The Birthday Adventure, illustrated by Becka Moor.
Enid Blyton's eight original short stories about the Famous Five are also available as early readers illustrated by Jamie Littler. Collect them all!
When the Famous Five are enjoying a picnic on Kirrin Island they spot a lamb in trouble. With no one else on hand to help, it's up to the Five launch a rescue mission. Will they make it in time?
Set in the world of Enid Blyton's best-loved series, this newly created story follows Julian, Dick, Anne, George and Timmy the dog on a special new adventure. The story is broken down into six short chapters with vibrant, full-colour illustrations on every page - perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently.
Also look out for: The Birthday Adventure, illustrated by Becka Moor.
Enid Blyton's eight original short stories about the Famous Five are also available as early readers illustrated by Jamie Littler. Collect them all!
Fish Kid And The Turtle Torpedo, Kylie Howarth
Two troubled turtles and one sinking friendship. Can Fish Kid save them all or will it end in turtle disaster?
Fish Kid's third epic ocean adventure is set on a small island in the Maldives, the perfect place for Fish Kid to supercharge his fish powers.
His friendship with bestie, Emely, soon hits a snag during a tricky sea turtle rescue. Secretly wishing for powers of her own, Emely's strange behaviour leaves Fish Kid wondering if their friendship and the super-sick turtle will survive. And if things weren't bad enough, another turtle from the sanctuary goes missing.
Can this super hero-in-the-making use his fishy powers to save the day?
Fish Kid's third epic ocean adventure is set on a small island in the Maldives, the perfect place for Fish Kid to supercharge his fish powers.
His friendship with bestie, Emely, soon hits a snag during a tricky sea turtle rescue. Secretly wishing for powers of her own, Emely's strange behaviour leaves Fish Kid wondering if their friendship and the super-sick turtle will survive. And if things weren't bad enough, another turtle from the sanctuary goes missing.
Can this super hero-in-the-making use his fishy powers to save the day?
How To Be A Pirate (How To Train Your Dragon Book 2), Cressida Cowell
THE STORY CONTINUES in the second volume of Hiccup's How to Train Your Dragon memoirs ...
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III was an awesome sword-fighter, a dragon-whisperer and the greatest Viking Hero who ever lived. But it wasn't always like that. Hiccup's memoirs look back to when Hiccup was just an ordinary boy, and finding it very hard to be a Hero.
Can Hiccup find Grimbeard the Ghastly's treasure before Alvin the Treacherous gets his sneaky hands on it? And if Hiccup opens a box that says DO NOT OPEN, will he live to tell the tale
How to Train Your Dragon is a DreamWorks film starring Gerrard Butler, America Ferrera and Jonah Hill, now out on DVD. Read the rest of Hiccup's exploits in the rest of the series and check out the all-new Hiccup website at www.howtotrainyourdragonbooks.com. It's the place to go for games, downloads, activities and sneak peeks!
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III was an awesome sword-fighter, a dragon-whisperer and the greatest Viking Hero who ever lived. But it wasn't always like that. Hiccup's memoirs look back to when Hiccup was just an ordinary boy, and finding it very hard to be a Hero.
Can Hiccup find Grimbeard the Ghastly's treasure before Alvin the Treacherous gets his sneaky hands on it? And if Hiccup opens a box that says DO NOT OPEN, will he live to tell the tale
How to Train Your Dragon is a DreamWorks film starring Gerrard Butler, America Ferrera and Jonah Hill, now out on DVD. Read the rest of Hiccup's exploits in the rest of the series and check out the all-new Hiccup website at www.howtotrainyourdragonbooks.com. It's the place to go for games, downloads, activities and sneak peeks!
How To Train Your Dragon, Cressida Cowell
Read the HILARIOUS books that inspired the HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON films!
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup's father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero.
In the first How to Train Your Dragon book Hiccup must lead ten novices in their initiation into the Hairy Hooligan Tribe. They have to train their dragons or be BANISHED from the tribe FOR EVER!
But what if Hiccup's dragon resembles an ickle brown bunny with wings? And has NO TEETH? The Seadragonus Giganticus Maximus is stirring and wants to devour every Viking on the Isle of Berk . . .
Can Hiccup save the tribe - and become a Hero?
Hiccup Horrendous Haddock the Third is a smallish Viking with a longish name. Hiccup's father is chief of the Hairy Hooligan tribe which means Hiccup is the Hope and the Heir to the Hairy Hooligan throne - but most of the time Hiccup feels like a very ordinary boy, finding it hard to be a Hero.
In the first How to Train Your Dragon book Hiccup must lead ten novices in their initiation into the Hairy Hooligan Tribe. They have to train their dragons or be BANISHED from the tribe FOR EVER!
But what if Hiccup's dragon resembles an ickle brown bunny with wings? And has NO TEETH? The Seadragonus Giganticus Maximus is stirring and wants to devour every Viking on the Isle of Berk . . .
Can Hiccup save the tribe - and become a Hero?
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Journey to the River Sea, Eva Ibbotson
A gorgeous 20th anniversary edition of Eva Ibbotson's award-winning, bestselling classic adventure, with a beautiful cover by Katie Hickey and an introduction by award-winning author of Letters from the Lighthouse Emma Carroll.
A joyous Amazon adventure set in the lush nature of Brazil, Journey to the River Sea is filled with mystery and extraordinary characters.
Maia, an orphan, can't wait to reach her distant relatives a thousand miles up the Amazon. She imagines a loving family with whom she will share great adventures. Instead she finds two spiteful cousins who see the jungle as the enemy and refuse to go outdoors. But the wonders of the rainforest more than make up for the hideous twins and their parents.
And when Maia meets a mysterious boy who lives alone on the wild river shores, she begins a spectacular journey to the heart of an extraordinary and beautiful new world.
Winner of the Smarties Gold Medal.
Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Award (now the Costa).
A joyous Amazon adventure set in the lush nature of Brazil, Journey to the River Sea is filled with mystery and extraordinary characters.
Maia, an orphan, can't wait to reach her distant relatives a thousand miles up the Amazon. She imagines a loving family with whom she will share great adventures. Instead she finds two spiteful cousins who see the jungle as the enemy and refuse to go outdoors. But the wonders of the rainforest more than make up for the hideous twins and their parents.
And when Maia meets a mysterious boy who lives alone on the wild river shores, she begins a spectacular journey to the heart of an extraordinary and beautiful new world.
Winner of the Smarties Gold Medal.
Shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal and the Whitbread Award (now the Costa).
Julia And The Shark
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