Children's Books

The Beginner's Bible(R) has been a favorite with young children and their parents since its release in 1989 with over 25 million products sold. Now it's redesigned with fresh new art that will excite children for many more years to...

Imagine making friends with a polar bear… The Last Bear is perfect for readers of 8+, beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold. WINNER OF THE 2022 BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD WINNER OF THE 2022 WATERSTONES CHILDREN’S BOOK PRIZE SHORTLISTED FOR...

Become the champion-pikelet-maker, an expert-afghan-baker or an award-winning-pizza-creator.With the iconic illustrated step-by-step layout of the original EDMONDS JUNIOR COOKBOOK, you'll find it super easy to learn to cook these classic New Zealand recipes.From breakfast through to dessert and all the...

Eric Carle's classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, in board book format. A much-loved classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar has won over millions of readers with its vivid and colourful collage illustrations and its deceptively simple, hopeful story. With its die-cut...

An enchanting lyrical text by Bill Martin Jr, illustrated by Eric Carle, creator of the bestselling The Very Hungry Caterpillar, now appears in a chunky board-book format. Exuberantly coloured artwork and favourite animals make this rhythmic story the perfect introduction...

An utterly magical tale of one boy’s desert island adventure – full of friendship, trust and humanity. From the nation’s favourite storyteller. ‘A dazzling adventure’ – The Times ‘I heard the wind above me in the sails. I remember thinking,...

Girl Stuff 8-12 by Kaz Cooke is the ultimate guide for young girls navigating the pivotal pre-teen years. This engaging and informative book is designed to be a friendly companion, offering advice and tips on a wide range of topics...

A special edition to celebrate 20 years of this bestselling modern classic Imagine you could go anywhere, meet anyone and do anything. Where would you live? Where would you sleep? Who would be your friends? What games would you play?...

K Pop Demon Hunters fans will love this! Graci Kim is back with the second book in her exciting and fantastical Slinger series where dragons and phoenixes roam the skies of Seoul; meals magically appear based on your mood; and...

Get ready for adventure with this dazzling edition of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire! J.K. Rowling’s complete and unabridged text is accompanied by stunning, full-colour illustrations throughout and eight paper-engineered interactive elements. Readers will love looking inside the...

The third full-colour graphic novel adaptation of the blockbuster Warriors series covers the fifth and sixth novels of The Prophecies Begin (A Dangerous Path and The Darkest Hour). In the heart of the forest, the uneasy harmony between the four...

Celebrating 70 years of Charlotte's Web - the timeless classic story of friendship and acceptance. This is the story of a little girl named Fern who loved a little pig named Wilbur and of Wilbur's dear friend, Charlotte A. Cavatica,...

Enter the beautiful world of Brambly Hedge with this exquisite treasury containing all eight of the much-loved, classic picture books. Explore the natural world with the mice of Brambly Hedge, who made their first appearance in 1980 when the four...

Discover a world of delightful mischief and adventure with Hairy Maclary and Friends Little Library by Lynley Dodd. This charming collection introduces us to a lovable group of animal characters who captivate the hearts of young readers. Follow the playful...

Read it before you see it: Heartstopper Forever movie coming soon from Netflix Boy meets boy. Boys become friends. Boys fall in love. The final installment in the bestselling LGBTQ+ graphic novel series about life, love, and everything that happens...

Pete the Cat is off for a walk in his brand new white shoes, and he feels like singing. ‘I love my white shoes…’ But can he keep the music flowing if his shoes aren't so white any more? Pete...

Power up with Dog Man: Big Jim Believes from the global #1 bestselling author and award-winning artist Dav Pilkey. Join the journey as our heroes discover the influence of belief and find truth from within. With threads of self-awareness, confidence,...

Explore prehistoric forests, swamps and woodland in First Explorers: Dinosaurs. Meet Velociraptors, Triceratops and the fierce Tyrannosauris rex, as well as lots of other amazing creatures who lived in the ancient world. Each scene has chunky push, pull and slide...

Press Here by Hervé Tullet invites readers on an extraordinary interactive adventure that ignites the imagination. What starts with the simple act of pressing a yellow dot evolves into a captivating journey filled with twists and surprises. Each turn of...

Explore the forest, a busy pond and the steamy jungle in First Explorers: Brilliant Bugs! Spot the spiders, butterflies and stick insects, as well as lots of other amazing creepy crawlies who live all around us. Each scene has chunky...

Middle school is an essential time to learn and practice social skills, including how to get along with others, talk about hard things, be an ally, and a good friend. In What Can I Say?,Catherine Newman, author of the bestseller...

International bestselling author Jeff Kinney serves up heaps of laughs in Partypooper, the 20th book in the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. You're Invited - RSVP for Fun! Greg Heffley is planning the ultimate party-for himself. But when the...

A new fairy tale adventure every time - what will YOU CHOOSE today? Explore the bold and intricately detailed illustrations and create your own adventure. Make up your very own fairy tale adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which...

Enjoy this new DETECTIVE BEANS adventure in the bestselling and award-winning graphic novel series by Li Chen! Your favourite kitten detective is back with a new mystery to solve . . . and treasure to find! When Captain Scuttlebeard gives...

An inspiring and heartwarming book about the relationship between a working mum and her daughter by the former prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern.Today I got out of bed and asked Mumwhat day it was. 'Monday,' she said.I asked...

An instant New York Times bestseller! With more than 40 million copies sold, Erin Hunter's Warriors series has taken the world by storm and is now available in a full-color graphic novel adaptation. The first book covers the first two...

The Smallest Turtle by Lynley Dodd is a captivating tale that follows the perilous journey of a diminutive yet determined turtle as he makes his way from his sandy nest to the vast expanse of the ocean. This enchanting narrative,...

The second full-colour graphic novel adaptation of the blockbuster Warriors series, which has sold more than 66 million copies, covers the third and fourth novels of The Prophecies Begin (Forest of Secrets and Rising Storm). Allegiances are shifting among the...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to hop aboard a plane at the Busy Airport! Enjoy watching your baggage go round the carousel, waving goodbye to the planes as they take off and then flying through the sky on your...

With over 1.5 million copies sold, this accessible, bestselling picture book phenomenon about the unbreakable connections between loved ones has healed generations of children and adults alike. Also available: Spanish edition (El hilo invisible) and a companion workbook (The Invisible...

Get ready for an incredible thrill-packed journey across the world with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids The Travel Book. Continent by continent, this exciting hardcover book takes children through every country on Earth. Did you know that: Canada...

Over 1 million copies sold worldwide. A guaranteed-to-please book for toddlers that’s best shared loudly! The wolf goes aaooooo. The owl goes hoo hoo. The monkey goes oo oo oo. The cuckoo goes cuckoo. The power outlet says NO! With...

Dive into the complete New York Times bestselling series The Wild Robot with this beautiful boxset. Can a robot survive in the wilderness? When robot Roz opens her eyes for the first time, she discovers that she is alone on...

Once I escaped from an orphanage to find my Mum and Dad. Once I saved a girl called Zelda from a burning house. Once I made a Nazi with toothache laugh. My name is Felix. This is my story. The...

One of Australia's favourite stories - everyone knows that birds like Mr Percival never really die. Ages 10+.

Nevermoor: The Trials of Morrigan Crow tells the captivating story of Morrigan Crow, who is cursed. Born on an unlucky day, she is blamed for all local misfortunes, from hailstorms to heart attacks. Most ominously, the curse means that Morrigan...

Dragons and phoenixes roam the skies of Seoul, meals magically appear based on your mood and dreams literally come to life... Nevermoor meets Pokemon in New Zealand author Graci Kim's thrilling new middle-grade fantasy series! Dare to enter a world...

Step into the magical world of Narnia with this complete seven-book fantasy classic collection. Titles in this series - The Magician's Nephew - The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe - The Horse and His Boy - Prince Caspian -...

Loved by millions of readers worldwide, let the greatest children’s book series of all time take you on an unforgettable journey. The hope and wonder of Harry Potter’s world will make you want to escape to Hogwarts again and again....

In the fourth installment of the award-winning, critically acclaimed Lightfall series, Bea, Cad, and their friends continue their quest to restore light on their dark world. Perfect for fans of Amulet and Avatar, this next book dives deeper into the...

For every villain, there is a hero ... Turtle isn’t one of the heroes he reads about in stories. If he were, he’d use his animus powers to help Pyrrhia - instead of keeping his abilities a secret, even from...

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening Standard In this beloved modern...

Collect all three titles in The Magic Faraway Tree series in a stunning plastic-free box. The Enchanted Wood, The Magic Faraway Tree, and The Folk of the Faraway Tree are the three magical stories in the Faraway Tree series by...

Read the timeless classic about the beloved Anne Shirley, a red-haired orphan with a fiery spirit, behind the hit Netflix series Anne with an E-now celebrating a hundred years of this children's favorite. " Anne is the dearest and most...

Little ones can join in the fun In the Jungle by pulling out the sliders, pushing up the tabs and counting all the animals! How many lazy lions are yawning? How many zebras are skipping? Young children will love playing...

Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy by Lynley Dodd is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the mischievous and adventurous terrier, Hairy Maclary. Set in a charming and quaint neighbourhood, the story follows Hairy Maclary as he embarks...

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood. A fox saw the mouse and the mouse looked good. Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with...

For generations, Lynley Dodd's Hairy Maclary stories have introduced young children to the joy of reading. With this Little Learning Library, the mischievous dog and his friends instigate a lifetime love of learning with the ABC, 123, Colours and Opposites!...

The gripping young adult novel Tomorrow, When the War Began by John Marsden, follows the harrowing journey of Ellie and her friends as their world is turned upside down. One moment they are enjoying a camping trip in a remote...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Steve Irwin, animal lover and wildlife conservationist. Little Steve loved animals, and his childhood was spent amongst Australia's wildlife. As a...

Jon Klassen for the smallest hands! The very first HAT book in board book form. “The funniest book ever written” Jenny Colgan, Guardian “One of the simplest yet most original and entertaining picture books around” Telegraph A New York Times...

In this hilarious full-colour graphic novel, Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li Chen, readers are introduced to Cat Town's best kitten detective on a new and exciting adventure. When Detective Beans realises his favourite hat...

Spark Hunter by Sonya Wilson is the winner of the Best First Book Award in the 2022 New Zealand Book Awards for Children and Young Adults. The judges praised it, saying: 'Perfectly pitched for middle fiction readers. Making this story's...

Celebrate forty years of Rod Campbell's classic lift-the-flap book, Dear Zoo, with a host of favourite zoo animals and flaps to lift on every page. 'I wrote to the zoo to send me a pet . . .' Young children...

A children's version of the global bestseller The Anxious Generation How can we live a happy and exciting life without a smartphone? The Anxious Generation started a world-changing conversation about the effects of smartphones and social media on young people....

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Have you seen Bluey and Bingo? There are lots of other hidden items too, so join the fun in this special hardback edition of the bestselling search-and-find book! Bluey is an award-winning...

Celebrate life’s ups and downs in this gorgeous paperback edition of the bestselling Dr. Seuss classic! Congratulations!Today is your day.You’re off to Great Places!You’re off and away!For more than thirty years, this Dr. Seuss classic has carried us through life’s...

A special edition of the Hairy Maclary Treasury to celebrate the raggedy rascal's 40th birthday! This volume brings together all ten of his mischievous and mad adventures, along with a link to download the audio book. This beautiful gold 40th-birthday...

Enter the Magical World of Narnia with this full collection of all seven novels. The Chronicles of Narnia have enchanted millions of readers for over seventy years and the magical events described in C. S. Lewis's immortal prose have left...

The countdown to Christmas has never been more inspiring! Each day, children can unwrap a new story featuring trailblazers, pioneers, and dreamers who changed the world. From scientists and inventors to sporting icons and musicians, every book tells the story...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Count down to Christmas with 24 special mini Bluey books! From story books to colouring in, this advent calendar will keep kids entertained all the way through December and finishes with a...

A delightful, rhythmic story by Bill Martin Jr looking at animals and colours, illustrated by Eric Carle, creator of the bestselling The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Bill Martin's playful story combining animals, colours and sounds, beautifully illustrated by Eric Carle, now...

Baby Bear meets all sorts of different animals until he finally finds what he is looking for - his mother. Told through Bill Martin's rhythmic text and Eric Carle's vibrant images - this is the fourth and final companion title...

One day, Colour Monster wakes up feeling very confused. His emotions are all over the place; he feels angry, happy, calm, sad, and scared all at once! To help him, a little girl shows him what each feeling means through...

Here is the ABC like you've never seen it: featuring Donovan Bixley's uniquely Kiwi characters. Look out for the milkshake-making cow, the All Black lambs, the cute pink ski-bunny, the colossal squid, and many more of Donovan's vibrant, amusing illustrations....

Create your own stories with raggedy rascal Hairy Maclary and all his friends in this magnetic board book. A sturdy magnetic board book with fun magnets of Hairy Maclary and his friends! Hairy Maclary and his rollicking gang are always...

Bestselling author Donovan Bixley expands on his collection about Aotearoa's native flora and fauna with BUZZZ! Native Bugs of Aotearoa. Tiny bugs, tasty bugs, deadly bugs, glowing bugs and New Zealand's giant growing bugs!Find out what makes the flora and...

Once upon a bicycle, so they say The Jolly Postman came one day . . . Join the Jolly Postman on his rounds as he delivers cards and letters to various fairy-tale characters. He has a letter of apology for...

Donovan Bixley gives parents the perfect off-to-sleep book for their little ones, with an engaging story of bedtime for all the animals around New Zealand being put to bed by their parents. His bright artwork gives a vibrant look to...

From sleeping giants to battling mountains, fiery sisters to adventurous trees, dig into Whenua and discover eleven tales of how Aotearoa was formed beneath our feet. Whenua takes readers back in time with each purakau, exploring the ways in which...

The kind of book you need to clear a space for, so you can read it in one satisfying gulp.Paula Green, POETRY BOX When a sporty teen's leg is crushed in a mountain-hiking accident, he has to face new challenges,...

‘One of the greatest ever writers for children’ – Garth Nix ‘A true original’ – Katherine Rundell ‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller ‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening Standard In...

Whether you want to fish for sprats from a wharf, walk up a stream with a fly rod, or cast a line from a boat or kayak, there's a heap of handy information in here. Learn how to tie knots,...

The bewitching classic children’s novel by Neil Gaiman, featuring spellbinding illustrations from Chris Riddell and an exclusive new introduction by the author'I was enthralled ... a marvellously strange and scary book' Philip Pullman'A masterpiece' Terry PratchettThere is something strange about...

Titles in This Set : Diary of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick Rules The Last Straw Dog Days The Ugly Truth Cabin Fever The Third Wheel Hard Luck The Long Haul Old School Double down Do it Yourself

Have you seen a bird today? Probably, unless you’re reading this in bed. Did you notice what was really interesting about that bird? Investigating a bird is like solving a puzzle. To gather all the pieces, you look for clues:...

Where is The Green Sheep? by Mem Fox is a delightful picture book that invites young readers on an engaging and playful journey. Through a series of whimsical illustrations and simple yet charming text, children are introduced to a colourful...

Erin Hunter’s #1 nationally bestselling Warriors series continues in Warriors: The New Prophecy!This box set includes all six books in the second Warriors series, and is perfect for the collections of longtime Erin Hunter fans and readers new to the...

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...

More in this new tactile series - colours and shapes for tiny tots Help your little one learn colours and shapes with this delightful, touch and feel book for babies and toddlers. Explore the touchy feely pages together. Feel a...