Birds and birdwatching gifts for 5 year olds

Who spilled that blue paint? There's a messy mystery afoot, and Detective Clue-keko needs your help to solve it! Watch out for cartoonist Toby Morris's flying dad jokes in this delightful visual and verbal play on words that rhyme with...

Bright birds, cheeky birds, masked birds, clever birds, warrior birds, shy birds, big birds, tiny birds and the world's most gigantic birds!Join award-winning author and illustrator Donovan Bixley to discover and learn about the fascinating and fabulous forest birds of...

Curious and full of character, this Kea Sound Bird captures the spirit of New Zealand’s famous alpine parrot. Press to hear its real call and let imaginations take flight. A fun and educational gift that celebrates our wild mountain landscapes....

Pee Wee the Kiwi Plush Toy

Soft, lovable and proudly Kiwi, this Natures Kiwi with Sound plush brings our national icon to life. Press to hear its authentic call and enjoy a little piece of New Zealand nature wherever you are. Features: Plays an authentic call...

Curious and full of personality, this Mini Kea finger puppet is ready for adventure. Inspired by New Zealand’s clever alpine parrot, it is perfect for playful storytelling and interactive learning. Pop it on your finger and let creativity take flight....

Bring the New Zealand bush to life with this Tui Sound Bird. Soft, beautifully detailed and inspired by one of our most recognisable native birds, it plays an authentic Tui call when activated. A magical addition to bedrooms, classrooms or...

Charming and sweet, this Fantail Sound Bird is a delightful tribute to one of Aotearoa’s most loved native birds. With soft plush detail and a built-in sound that plays its authentic call, it makes storytelling and learning about nature even...

A Pukeko in a Ponga Tree is a delightful adaptation of the classic "Twelve Days of Christmas" song, but with a uniquely Kiwi twist. In this cherished tale, a young couple celebrates the festive season by sharing a series of...

Darkly charming and utterly adorable, Palm Pals Plush - Poe Raven is a little mystery wrapped in soft black plush. This Palm Pal is perfect for fans of gothic vibes and collectible cuties.  Poe Raven carries a morose air, often...

Bring native wildlife to story time with this adorable Mini Tui finger puppet. Featuring its distinctive dark colouring and bright white throat tuft, this little character slips onto your finger for instant imaginative play. Perfect for songs, stories and classroom...

Coastal and full of character, this Red Billed Gull Sound plush brings seaside vibes to life. With realistic sound included, it is perfect for ocean lovers and budding bird experts. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife experience...

Honouring the unique Whio, this Blue Duck Sound plush captures the spirit of New Zealand’s rivers. Activate the sound to hear its call and bring native wildlife into everyday play. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife experience...

Hours of fun for the kids - and the adults! The Looky Book is a puzzle book mostly for young children with 11 different puzzles, all featuring colourful New Zealand landscapes, birds, and animals. Find the numbers with the crazy...

Round, gentle and full of character, this Mini Kereru finger puppet is a sweet tribute to New Zealand’s native wood pigeon. A lovely addition to story time, it makes learning about local wildlife fun and hands on. Features: A wonderful...

Inspired by New Zealand’s smallest penguin, this Blue Penguin Sound plush is soft, sweet and interactive. Press to hear its authentic call and enjoy a little piece of the coast at home. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive...

The puzzle features a comprehensive map of New Zealand and our native wildlife. Fly as high as a falcon or swim as low as a sperm whale. This New Zealand physical map covers the South Pacific ocean, the Tasman sea...

Bright and bold, this Mini Pukeko finger puppet adds a splash of colour to every story. Inspired by one of New Zealand’s most recognisable wetland birds, it is perfect for playful performances and imaginative adventures. Features: A wonderful tool for...

A bedtime story with a mix of the familiar bathtime to bedtime routine and a sprinkling of moonlit magic. Six taniwha, all looking at me, sing Beddy-Bye Time in the Kowhai Tree. "Beddy-bye time in the bubbly-white sea.” It’s almost...

Bright and full of attitude, this Pukeko Keyclip celebrates one of New Zealand’s most eye-catching wetland birds. With vibrant colours and a soft plush feel, it adds a pop of personality wherever you clip it. A playful gift with true...

Sleek and striking, this Kingfisher Sound Bird celebrates one of New Zealand’s most eye-catching birds. With authentic sound included, it brings the riverbank to life. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife experience Soft and beautifully crafted plush...

Explore New Zealand's vibrant wildlife with this colourful set of native bird playing cards. Match heads and tails to complete the birds, then flip the cards for a bonus educational game matching numbers and dots. It's a fun way to...

Rare and remarkable, this Takahe Sound Bird celebrates one of New Zealand’s conservation success stories. Beautifully detailed and featuring its real call, it is a meaningful and engaging gift. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife experience Soft...

Celebrate one of our treasured native species with this Kokako Sound Bird. Beautifully crafted and soft to hold, it features an authentic bird call that adds depth to learning and play. A meaningful gift for nature enthusiasts. Features: Plays an...

Unique and special, this Spotted Kiwi Sound plush highlights one of New Zealand’s treasured native species. Activate the sound to hear its authentic call and add an interactive element to playtime. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife...

Palm Pals Plush - Puddles Mallard Duck is one dapper duck, ready to waddle straight into your heart! This Mallard Duck Palm Pal is beautifully detailed and wonderfully soft. A great gift for nature lovers or a charming addition to...

An iconic symbol of Aotearoa, this Mini Brown Kiwi finger puppet is ready for creative play. Soft, lovable and instantly recognisable, it is perfect for storytelling, school activities or gifting to little nature lovers. Features: A wonderful tool for creative...

Inspired by New Zealand’s native owl, this Morepork Keyclip is full of gentle character. With its rounded shape and expressive eyes, this soft plush companion makes a charming addition to keys or backpacks. A lovely little keepsake for wildlife enthusiasts....

If you’ve got a 5-year-old, they’re probably about as tall as an emperor penguin. That’s very penguin-teresting, right? All kids have to do is pop this penguin on their Toniebox to hear National Geographic - Penguin Tonie Audio Character and...

Inspired by one of Aotearoa’s most recognisable native birds, this Tui Puppet is full of character. Soft and expressive, it is perfect for storytelling sessions, school projects or creative play at home. A delightful way to introduce children to New...

The vibrant Hyacinth Macaw is the largest flying parrot in the world! They love to chat and can even mimic sounds, but don't be fooled by their size – they're gentle giants with a playful spirit!  Hand painted and highly...

Sweet and spirited, this Fantail Keyclip brings to life one of New Zealand’s most beloved native birds. With its signature fan-shaped tail and soft plush detail, it is full of delicate charm.  Features: Soft and easy to clip onto keys,...

Join Pee Wee the Kiwi and his friends on a fun sticker adventure. This book includes over 200 stickers and 24 pages filled with New Zealand scenes, allowing you to create exciting adventures for Pee Wee and his friends. Stickers...

Celebrate the rare Hoiho with this beautifully detailed sound plush. Soft and interactive, it plays an authentic call and makes a meaningful gift for wildlife lovers. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife experience Soft and beautifully crafted...

Fast, fierce and iconic, this NZ Falcon Sound Bird showcases one of our powerful native birds of prey. With authentic sound included, it adds excitement and learning to any wildlife collection. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive wildlife...

Hop into the World of Peter Rabbit with this brand new lift-the-flap adventure Join Peter Rabbit in this lift-the-flap farmyard adventure with Jemima Puddle-duck. A perfect introduction for toddlers to the wonderful World of Peter Rabbit. Peter is visiting Jemima...

When Little Kiwi discovers a disconsolate Santa stranded on a hillside with not a reindeer in sight, she rounds up all her bird friends to help. And in so doing, Little Kiwi gets to realise her own dream–to fly! Another...

The flamingos owe their beautiful colour to plankton-like algae and small crustaceans. They contain certain dyes, which turn the feathers of the birds pink. The more they eat, the stronger the colour becomes. The less they eat, the whiter the...

This Blue Penguin Puppet brings coastal charm to your fingertips. Soft, adorable and easy to animate, it is ideal for ocean-themed stories and imaginative adventures. A lovely gift for young marine life fans. Features: A wonderful tool for creative play...

Find all 100 of the feathered friends that have flown into this laugh-out-loud rhyming picture book. A brilliant new story in the award-winning 100 Dogs series, perfect for fans of The Wonky Donkey! This hilarious picture book is a rip-roaring...

There's a new bird in the bush. Flit is bored. And hungry. A tasty mozzie lures him out of his nest. "I CAN fly," he calls, before he hits the ground with a THUD. How will he get back to...

Rare and remarkable, this Mini Blue Duck finger puppet honours one of New Zealand’s special river birds. A wonderful tool for creative play and learning, it adds a touch of native adventure to every story. Features: A wonderful tool for...

Five little kea exploring in the shed,one fell over and bumped their head.The cheekiest birds in the world are getting up to mischief in Ranger Tui's shed. But what are they planning?Based on the nursery rhyme Five Little Monkeys, Five...

From Mo Willems Workshop, the team behind the #1 bestselling Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!, comes this hilarious and engaging alphabet early-learning concept board book with touch-and-trace features throughout.The Pigeon won't say the ABCs! He has at least...

Bright and vibrant, this Kakariki Sound Bird captures the beauty of New Zealand’s native parrot. Activate the sound to hear its call and add a splash of colour and fun to playtime. Features: Plays an authentic call for an immersive...

An exciting introduction to fascinating birds from around the world - with over 150 stickers. With the help of this lively book, children will have fun spotting a range of birds from around the world, from flamingos and penguins to...

Flit the Fantail and the Christmas Crash by Kat Quin brings Flit back into a hairy situation—caught in Santa’s majestic beard! With Santa at the helm, Flit accidentally embarks on a jolly journey, delivering presents to all the children and...

From one snug pūkeko to ten ghostly huia, let's count Aotearoa's beautiful birds in English and Māori! Pūkeko Counts to 10 is a beautiful bilingual counting board book for toddlers, featuring the birds of Aotearoa from poet Ben Brown and...

Rare and remarkable, this Blue Duck Keyclip pays tribute to one of New Zealand’s unique river dwellers. Soft, characterful and easy to clip on, it makes a meaningful little keepsake for anyone who loves our native wildlife. Features: Soft and...

Introducing Kevin the Kea, the cuddly companion that's perfect for your little one! Choose from three sizes and give your kid unconditional love with this super soft toy. Large Not suitable for kids under 3 years

Join a plucky little penguin on the journey of a lifetime. Jonty is a young gentoo penguin who longs to find his true home at the South Pole. One night, he sneaks out of the zoo and sets off on...

Geronimo, from Children's author David Walliams. Meet Geronimo – the baby penguin who has one dream and one dream only – and that is to fly!But everyone knows penguins can’t fly… or can they?With a little help from his dad...

An amazing interactive introduction to birds and their nests. Peep inside a bird's nest to see her precious eggs nestled there. Lift a flap to see them hatch, and find out how a bird takes care of its young. Discover...

They're wondering what special treats Santa will bring them. Kiwi wants to fly, Tuatara wants a soft place to lie, Tūī wants a mirror, and so on. Kererū just wants to be able to sing like Tūī. Santa makes his...

A melodious counting picture book bursting with troublesome tūī, perfect to read aloud! The familiar antics of one of New Zealand's favourite native birds have been captured by award-winning picture book creators Elena de Roo and Paul Beavis. SQUAWK! Things...

Lift the flaps to find Little Chick in this magical lift-the-flap adventure. The perfect Easter treat! A brand-new lift-the-flap board book in the number-one bestselling bedtime series! Spring has sprung in the Land of Nod, but little Chick is nowhere...

Bring New Zealand’s most iconic bird to life with the Natures Kiwi Sound Puppet. Soft, detailed and easy to animate, this engaging puppet features an authentic kiwi call for extra interactive fun. Perfect for storytelling, classroom activities or imaginative play...

A fun jungle animal story from the creator of Dear Zoo, with an amazing pull-tab ending: make Little Bird flap her wings and fly through the sky! The lion can roar, the monkey can swing through trees and the elephant...

With its sharp eyes, the Harpy is highly concentrated with its crest of feathers on the back of its head standing to attention. It roams the tropical rainforests of South America in search of prey. Not even the tiniest of...

Flit the Fantail and the Mystery Eggs by Kat Merewether. Flit has found some eggs… but whose could they be? It is a misty morning in the forest. Flit the fantail chick is practising his landings. Flap, flop, slip, FLIP....

Sharpen your crayons and pick up your Ticket to Color! The Bus Drivers have a BIG surprise ahead in this officially official Mo Willems Workshop book! The Pigeon is ready. Are HUE? Hot dogs! Cookies! HOT DOG COOKIES!?! Colour The...

Gold Mom's Choice Award Winner Jump-start curiosity with this take-along field guide for children ages 4 to 8. From worms, birds, and spiders to trees, flowers, and clouds, young explorers learn what to look and listen for wherever they are...

Where the Te Arai stream meets the sea, a rare little bird nestles among the seashells and sand. Iti, a Fairy Tern chick is hungry. His parents flew away in search of food and haven't returned. Join Iti as he...

Celebrate one of New Zealand’s treasured native species with the Spotted Kiwi Puppet. With soft plush detail and an easy-to-use design, it encourages imaginative storytelling and interactive fun. A thoughtful choice for young wildlife enthusiasts. Features: A wonderful tool for...

Fast and fascinating, the NZ Falcon Puppet celebrates one of New Zealand’s powerful native birds of prey. Designed for engaging, hands-on play, it is perfect for education. Curious and full of personality, the Kea Sound Puppet adds an exciting interactive...

A new Little Golden Book—all about Big Bird! A new Little Golden Book—all about Big Bird! Everyone's favourite feathery friend tells readers all about himself in this terrific Little Golden Book. What's his favourite food? A birdseed milkshake! Young boys...

Read along to have a picnic with The Very Hungry Caterpillar and friends! The touch-and-feel textured sound pad brings the story to life with 6 interactive buttons! Matching words with pictures and sounds enhances reading comprehension, and connecting with favourite...

Celebrate one of New Zealand's favourite coastal residents with the Keeleco: Blue Penguin - 28cm. This 28cm plush captures the charm of the little blue penguin with its beautiful blue plumage and cream coloured belly. Like all Keeleco:eco toys, it...

Join Flit the fantail and his forest friends on a nighttime adventure, this time to capture a star shining brightly on the horizon. It is one of a cluster of nine stars and Flit is determined to explore! But when...

A fantastically fun springtime picture book from the creators of The Leaf Thief. Hello sunshine! Hello lovely leaves. Nice to see you back. Squirrel is so excited. It's spring and the most perfect flower has started to blossom - and...

Little children will love hearing the woods come to life as they press the pages of this enchanting book. Each beautifully illustrated scene has simple text and cut-out shapes to discover, and a sound button to press to hear woodland...

“These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+.” Guardian Bear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is...

Make your own 3D decorations with this brilliant board book of press-out birds From a chirpy robin to a proud peacock, Press Out and Colour: Birds features 10 unique, intricately foiled designs that can be slotted together to create 3D...

Introducing Kevin the Kea, the cuddly companion that's perfect for your little one! Choose from three sizes and give your kid unconditional love with this super soft toy. Medium Not suitable for kids under 3 years

Meet your new best friend, the Pastel Pals - Kiwi Cuddly! This adorable plush toy is the perfect companion for all your adventures. Soft, cuddly, and oh-so-cute, it's sure to bring joy to your day. Grab one (or a flock)...

Perfect for fans of Jory John and Pete Oswald's The Bad Seed and Jon Klassen's I Want My Hat Back!Bob loves his red jacket.The red jacket makes him feel swanky cool.The red jacket makes other seagulls notice him and even...

A bevy of bird species soar across each page of Soaring, Singing Tattoo Birds, which animal-loving kids will love to wear right on their skin! 50 vibrantly coloured, illustrative temporary tattoos are scientifically accurate and easy to apply with just...

What happens when a pūteketeke egg turns up in a duck's nest? Find out in this entertaining picture book raising funds for Aotearoa New Zealand's Bird of the Century! This funny and fabulously New Zealand-flavoured tale of a puking Ugly...

Any bird can find adventure. Even Gary. Now in paperback! Gary the pigeon can't fly. When his racing pigeon friends head off in their travel basket, Gary stays at home. He organises his scrapbook of travel mementos and dreams about...