CHILDRENS BOOKS

A beautiful hardback gift to treasure. This collection brings together all of Arnold Lobel’s engaging, warm and funny stories about Frog and Toad, and features a special foreword by Julia Donaldson. A collectable classic treasury that every child should read and own. Julia Donaldson says “I hugely admire and envy Arnold Lobel; he is my hero”. Once upon a time there were two good friends, a frog and a toad… From writing letters to going swimming, telling stories to finding lost buttons, Frog and Toad are always there for each other – just as best friends should be. The Frog and Toad stories from Arnold Lobel have been loved by generations. This beautiful treasury brings together all twenty stories from Frog and Toad Are Friends, Frog and Toad All Year, Frog and Toad Together and Days With Frog and Toad.

We went to the seaside, Mum, Pip and me. To play in the sand dunes and splash in the sea, We’d have SO MUCH fun, I had it all planned! As soon as we got there . . . I RAN FOR THE SAND! But one little girl gets SO MUCH MORE than she bargained for after her day out at the beach – with the most hilarious consequences! From superstar fiction author Michelle Harrison and bestselling illustrator David Tazzyman comes the first book in a laugh-out-loud series set to become a family favourite.

There was once a hare who did NOT like to share. What is the point of sharing? thinks the hare. The more I give away the less there is for ME. But even the hare can appreciate the lovingly tended carrot patch created by the neighbouring rabbits. So, when a huge boar threatens to destroy the patch, will this hare come to see that giving things up for others means that you can gain so very much MORE of the most important things in life? <ul><li> A brilliant book to encourage conversations about sharing and community</li> <li>Stunning artwork from the highly-acclaimed illustrator of I'm Sticking with You and The Duck Who Didn't Like Water</li> <li> A warm hug of an ending! </li> </ul> Praise for Steve Small: "A pure splash of joy" - Daily Mail on The Duck Who Didn't Like Water "Comical, bold ... tender" - The Sunday Times on I'm Sticking with You Also by Steve Small: The Duck Who Didn't Like Water Wellington's Big Day Out Brave Litle Bear With Smriti Halls: I'm Sticking with You I'm Sticking with You Too Let's Stick Together

<strong></strong><p><strong>'The story of ravishing rabbit Ruby is so full of whimsy and wonder that children and adults will happily abide. The pictures are dreamy and the sense of humour delightful.' -- <em>WEEKEND WEST</em></strong></p> <p>Ruby Red Shoes lives in a colourful caravan with her grandmother. Ruby is gentle and kind and cares for all living things, including plants and trees, animals and people. Ruby is also particularly fond of strawberry jam and peppermint tea.</p><p><strong>From author-illustrator Kate Knapp comes this beautifully illustrated and charming picture book about Ruby, a very aware hare. </strong></p><p><strong>ACCLAIM FOR THE <em>RUBY RED SHOES</em> SERIES</strong></p><p><em><strong>Ruby Red Shoes</strong></em></p><p>Shortlisted - 2013 Children's Book Council of Australia Crichton Award for Children's Book Illustrations</p><p><em><strong>Ruby Red Shoes Goes to Paris</strong></em></p><p>Shortlisted - 2014 Australian Book Industry Award for Book of the Year for Younger Children</p><p>Shortlisted - 2014 Inaugural Readings Children's Book Prize</p>

New cover reissue of this magical story from award-winning international bestselling picture book creator of Lost and Found, Oliver Jeffers. Once there as a boy, and one day, he found an aeroplane in his cupboard… He didn’t remember leaving it in there, but he thought he’d take it out for a go right away. At first, all went well and the plane flew higher and higher and higher until… suddenly, with a splutter, it ran out of petrol. The boy was stuck on the moon… and he was not alone…

<strong>Celebrating the 10th anniversary of this wonderful story about dreams, believing in yourself... and a dancing kangaroo.</strong> <p>Josephine is a kangaroo - who loves to dance. Her little brother, Joey, tells her that kangaroos don't dance, they hop - but Josephine continues to point her toes and leap through the air. When a ballet troupe comes to town and both the lead ballerina and understudy are injured, Josephine's talents are called upon to help save the day. Can she do it and, more importantly, does it matter that she's a kangaroo? </p><p><strong><em>Josephine Wants To Dance</em> has been delighting children since it was first published ten years ago, and this pink and sparkly anniversary edition is the perfect way to celebrate!</strong><strong></strong></p>

Add Howl's Moving Castle to this list of must-have movie books. Director Hayao Miyazaki is a master storyteller and his films have all become classics of animation. There's no better way to preserve the magic of Howl and his flying castle than by adding this delightful volume to your home library. Earlier this year, VIZ Media released The Art of Howl's Moving Castle, a hardbound, prestige format book which exists as an essential companion to Hayao Miyazaki's latest animated classic. To further complement the movie-going experience, we are now proud to present the Howl's Moving Castle Picture Book, a companion publication wedding scene-by-scene film footage with character dialogue in one handsome volume. Based on the young-adult novel by British author Diana Wynne Jones, Howl's Moving Castle reflects on a wondrous time when science and magic captured the spirit of 19th century Europe. The story of Howl's Moving Castle is the story of a young girl who is magically transformed into a 90-year-old woman. Undaunted by this curse, her continuing adventures introduce her to the vainglorious wizard Howl and his curious castlemates. Two years ago, VIZ Media released a similar book inspired by Spirited Away, the movie which garnered an Academy Award for director Hayao Miyazaki. Another picture book for My Neighbor Totoro is planned for later this year. Now, add Howl's Moving Castle to this list of must-have movie books. Director Hayao Miyazaki is a master storyteller and his films have all become classics of animation. There's no better way to preserve the magic of Howl and his flying castle than by adding this delightful volume to your home library.

A celebration of being true to yourself, with diverse, empowering characters. Forgotten Fairy Tales of Kindness and Courage breathes new life into a collection of once much-loved, now forgotten tales, beautifully retold by Mary Sebag-Montefiore. A disabled prince fights for his kingdom, and learns the importance of understanding others. A princess finds the courage to rescue her friend from goblins. A girl steps into the world of a book, only to find what it means to be herself. Full of magic and enchantment, these stories celebrate kindness, courage and the importance of being true to yourself. With a foreword by Dr Zoe Williams, NHS GP, TV presenter and health educator.

A delightful and entertaining peek into the life of one very busy wombat!Ages: 3-7 MondayMorning: Slept.Afternoon: Slept.Evening: Ate.Scratched.Night: Ate.A typical day. Don't be fooled. this wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business, and most difficult of all - trains her humans. She teaches them when she would like carrots, when she would like oats and when she would like both at the same time. But these humans are slow learners.Find out how one wombat - between scratching, sleeping and eating - manages to fit the difficult job of training humans into her busy schedule.

<p><strong>Your baby loves black and white!</strong></p> <p>New bubs see the world differently, and this high-contrast board book is perfect for engaging their developing eyesight, strengthening their cognitive abilities and encouraging their gross motor skills. </p><p>Bond with your baby and start a lifelong love of books as you introduce them to the world of adorable baby farm animals!</p><p>Open up to meet chickens, horses, sheep, cows, pigs, llamas, kelpies and geese.</p>

'You really do help everyone, Mrs Kookaburra,' said Snugglepot, kindly. 'One must always be ready to lend a helping wing,' smiled Mrs Kookaburra. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they take to the skies with Mrs Kookaburra. There's so much to do and so much to see! Can they learn how to be as helpful as their wise feathered friend?

Join your favourite mischievous experiment, Stitch as he goes on another adventure in this captivating storybook learning about how 'ohana means family. Get ready for more out-of-this-world fun and antics!