Children's Books

Join Donovan Bixley as he dives in and explores the amazing coastal creatures of Aotearoa. Deep sea divers, great survivors, record-breakers and New Zealand's world champion fliers! Find out what makes the flora and fauna of Aotearoa so unique in...

Four fun books about everyone’s favourite classic bear, Paddington, in one little library! Learn all about the nation’s favourite bear, Paddington – now a major movie star – in these four mini board books packaged together in an attractive slipcase.Find...

The amazing Gavin Bishop brings us a monster-sized book about the mythical monsters of Aotearoa! Award-winning weaver of stories Gavin Bishop retells a variety of tales about the taniwha of Aotearoa, from the guardians who accompanied waka voyages to present-day...

This board book is a simplified version from the best-selling book, How Do I Feel? A Dictionary of Emotions for Children. It helps to introduce our little wildlings to emotions and how they might look, using other toddlers so they...

The very first lift-the-flap book featuring lovable Spot. The perfect gift: a cased-board book with sturdy embedded flaps. Eric Hill's Where's Spot? was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with...

From the multi-award-winning creator of Maisy – now on TV! A "hole" lot of fun in a board book. Today my daddy said to me, “It's time you learnt to peck a tree.” Little Woodpecker has just learnt how to...

Louise Rennison for the Dork Diaries generation - hilarious, relatable and full of heart. The first book in the hilarious new series for children by the bestselling creator of Hurrah For Gin. Lottie Brooks is 11 and her life is...

Yet more fantabulous creatively blank pages for Greg's mates to complete! Family, school, the bus ride home... every little nugget needs to be recorded. In the immortal words of our Wimpy Kid hero, one day you'll be famous and then...

Bring your wildest dreams to life in this wacky and wonderful companion to the bestselling You Choose, packed full of Nick Sharratt's ingenious illustrations (originally published as Just Imagine) This is a new Puffin edition of the bestselling Just Imagine;...

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...

Bestseller in 'Books on Self-esteem and Self-reliance for Young Adults' Amazon category in the UK, May 2024"... this book is a MUST if you have a growing girl." - online customer review "Some things are super scary especially for a...

The graphic novel adaptations of the #1 New York Times best-selling Wings of Fire series continue to set the world on fire! Three dragons. One unavoidable, unpredictable destiny. This is the beginning ... of the end. In the SeaWing kingdom,...

‘Quite simply the best writer of magic there is’ Neil Gaiman ‘Truly magical … Guaranteed to leave you gasping’ The Bookseller ‘She is the best writer of magical fantasy for children’ Evening Standard Howl's Moving Castle In this beloved modern...

For over a decade, The Jesus Storybook Bible has been introducing children to God’s wonderful story, and the Savior at the center of that story. This trusted and treasured book is more beautiful than ever with The Jesus Storybook Bible Gift Edition,...

Join Spot and learn about colours, shapes, first words and counting! Join Spot and learn about colours, shapes, first words and counting! Spot's First Little Library is a sweet collection of four chunky mini board books. Each book features a...

Many of New Zealand's animals make incredible journeys as part of their everyday lives. In this new book from leading author and illustrator Ned Barraud, he uncovers the mystery behind where many of our animals go. Toroa/albatross can spend years...

A beautiful collection of artist Peter Gossage's beloved Maori myths, in one stunning volume. A beautiful collection of artist Peter Gossage's beloved Maori myths, in one stunning volume. Peter Gossage's memorable retellings of Maori oral myths have captivated the children...

The perfect Father's Day gift, inspired by the wondercrump world of Roald Dahl My Dad is FANTASTIC He's clever, kind and wise. You'll know he's really smiling By the twinkle in his eyes! A read-aloud rhyming board book that celebrates...

Old MacDonald's Farm by Donovan Bixley is a delightful and whimsical reinterpretation of the classic children's song. Set against the stunning backdrop of New Zealand's picturesque countryside, this beloved tale comes to life with a fresh twist. Old MacDonald, now...

A bear searches for his missing hat in the bestselling, multiple award-winning picture book debut of Jon Klassen. In his bestselling debut picture book, the multiple award-winning Jon Klassen, illustrator of This Is Not My Hat and Sam and Dave...

Eric Carle's classic and much loved picture book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The classic edition of the bestselling story written for the very young. A newly hatched caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food.

by Lynley Dodd is another delightful tale of the mischievous and adventurous black cat with bright yellow eyes. This beautifully illustrated children's book explores the curiosity and antics of Slinky Malinki and his feathered friend, Syd the rainbow lorikeet, as...

Gold Winner of the Junior Design Awards Best Baby Books 0-2 Years. The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones cope with everyday experiences in their lives. In No More Nappies, meet Millie and Mo - two adorable...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to go on an adventure in the Busy Jungle! Discover sleepy sloths, tigers on the prowl and chattering monkeys as you explore the jungle from top to bottom. Young children will love playing with...

If a kid is trying to make you read this book, the kid is playing a trick on you. You will end up saying silly things and making everybody laugh and laugh! You might think a book with no pictures...

Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents the thrilling conclusion to Graci Kim's New York Times best-selling Gifted Clans trilogy-now in paperback! Best-selling author Rick Riordan presents the thrilling conclusion to Graci Kim's New York Times best-selling Gifted Clans trilogy-now in paperback!...

Lift the flaps and explore 100 first words with Hairy Maclary and his rascally gang in this bumper-sized board book! Take a walk with Hairy Maclary, and sniff out 100 first words along the way in this chunky lift-the-flap board...

A classic new picture book by the creators of the bestselling We’re Going on a Bear Hunt. "I went to the shop to get me a carrot. Oh dear, they gave me... a parrot! Oh dear, look what I got!...

The first book in the Harry Potter series, illustrated in brilliant full colour by the iconic design house MinaLima and featuring eight interactive paper-engineered elements, including a fold-out Hogwarts letter! An irresistible edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone...

Join the playful and adventurous Hairy Maclary, a small and scruffy dog from Donaldson's Dairy, as he embarks on a series of fun-filled escapades. In this delightful story by Lynley Dodd, Hairy Maclary roams around his neighbourhood and encounters various...

As excitement builds in the run-up to the world's greatest football competition, the official 2026 FIFA World Cup Kids' Handbook provides the perfect World Cup companion for young football fans. This book is bursting with information about the host nations...

A fun rhyming picture book to encourage toddlers and young children to use the toilet with confidence. Toilet training can often be an extremely stressful time for both parent and child. With the average age for a child to be...

Detective Beans: Adventures in Cat Town is back to solve all the mysteries that you need solved, and even the ones you don't need solved. He's that good. In between playing Scrabble, having sleepovers, and trips to the beach, there's...

Stick Man lives in the family tree with his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three ... It's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even...

Another rhythmic read-aloud for machine and building site enthusiasts from the team behind Roadworks and Demolition. Thonk! Clonk! Clap! The team behind Roadworks and Demolition returns to the building site with another winner for pre-school fans of machines and building...

Tally is ten years old, and she's just like her friends. Well, sometimes she is. If she tries really hard to be. Because there's something that makes Tally not the same as her friends. Something she can't ignore, no matter...

Before the Steven Spielberg film, before the National Theatre production, there was the classic children’s novel – War Horse. From the nation’s favourite storyteller, Michael Morpurgo. In the deadly chaos of the First World War, one horse witnesses the reality...

For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury in a large board book edition.We're going on a bear hunt. We're going to catch a big one. Will you come too? For a quarter of...

Push, pull and slide the scenes to race around the dog park in Busy Puppies! Teach all sorts of puppies how to play fetch, learn new tricks and even make new waggy-tailed friends in this adorable book. Young children will...

  The funny and fabulous rhyming picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog. The smallest fish can tell the tallest tales ... ‘"Sorry I'm late, Miss. I set off really...

A brand new mini library format in celebration of The Very Hungry Caterpillar's 40th anniversary! Introducing first concepts, this wonderful board book collection makes a perfect first library. Each book is filled with Eric Carle's much-loved collage art and large,...

Bestseller in 'Children's sex education' Amazon category in the UK, May 2024"My son said nothing scared him after reading this book and he felt much more comfortable about it all." - online customer review "Do you ever wonder how to...

The seven chronicles of Narnia are brought together in this beautifully presented slipcase. The books and the slipcase feature the original artwork by Pauline Baynes. Enjoy the full majesty of the Chronicles of Narnia with this slipcased set featuring all...

The hilarious new sequel to The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks by the bestselling creator of Hurrah for Gin. The hilarious new sequel to The Extremely Embarrassing Life of Lottie Brooks by the bestselling creator of Hurrah for Gin....

It’s fun to watch the road being built in this noisy, action-packed picture book! Move the earth. Move the earth. Dig and cut and push. Clear a pathway for the road. Screech! Boom! Whoosh! Tip the stones. Tip the stones....

From Australia's favourite storyteller comes a story that shows us the extraordinary power of true love and solves a decades-old mystery. Once upon a time, in a dark city far away, there lived a boy called Walter, who had nothing...

A fascinating look at Matariki in New Zealand and around the world. The Matariki constellation (or Pleiades) is known by many different names and is seen and celebrated by many cultures around the world. This beautifully illustrated book features 18...

Learn all about Colours, Words, Shapes and Numbers with Peter Rabbit! My First Learning Library contains four chunky board books that introduce the youngest children to early concepts. The titles are: Words, Numbers, Shapes and Colours. The palette is soft...

A lift-the-flap farmyard story from Rod Campbell, the creator of the bestselling preschool classic, Dear Zoo. Buster's staying with Grandma on the farm. But where will he find the eggs for breakfast? Not in the stable - oh dear! Young...

Return to Percy Jackson's World... A clash of mythic intrigues and centuries of pop culture to thrill die-hard and new fans alike.--Kirkus ReviewsRick Riordan's beloved Greek and Roman demigod characters from Percy Jackson and the Olympians and the Heroes of...

The classic picture book story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published more than fifty years ago. Now an award-winning animation! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and...

Push, pull and slide the scenes to discover all the different animals in Busy Safari! Help the elephants cool down, make a cheetah run really fast and find out who is hiding in the mud in this fun book about...

GET READY FOR SOME SUPERSIZED FUN! When is the Queen not just the Queen? When she is WONDERQUEEN! KAPOW! Is that an especially large bird? Is it a weirdly small plane? No: it’s THUNDERDOG! BLAM! When the ancient gods team...

GOOD SPORTS is a powerful illustrated storybook celebrating Aotearoa's sporting heroes. Be inspired by this collection of true stories about 50 remarkable Kiwi sports heroes: people who have set goals, aimed high and achieved their dreams. A real mixture of...

A fun-filled construction site board book from Richard Scarry--just in time for his 100th birthday! Put on your hard hats for a fun day at the construction site in this board book by the one and only Richard Scarry! With...

Embark on a delightful journey of early learning with Counting for Kiwi Babies by Matthew Williamson and Fraser Williamson. This engaging board book introduces the youngest readers to numbers, taking them from one to ten in both English and Maori....

A highly illustrated, playful field guide for budding natural scientists and curious observers of the world right under our noses. Observology is the study of looking. An observologist makes scientific expeditions, albeit very small ones, every day. They notice interesting details...

April Wood is no stranger to adventure. After all, she lives in the Arctic and her best friend is a polar bear. But when April finds herself volunteering for the Polar Race – a long-distance dog sled race across the...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to help the Busy Ambulance on its way! Join the ambulance crew as they hurry to an accident before racing to hospital, with flashing lights and a noisy siren. Children will love playing with...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Join Bluey, Bingo, Chilli, and Bandit in Bluey's Little Library! Follow along with your favourite Bluey characters on a brand-new adventure. Perfect for younger readers, each chunky board book will keep little...

The third book in this hilarious and relatable bestselling series from the creator of Hurrah for Gin. Lottie Brooks is BACK for more extremely embarrassing adventures as she goes on holiday and gets her very first boyfriend! THINGS THAT ARE...

For brave hunters and bear-lovers, the classic chant-aloud by Michael Rosen and Helen Oxenbury.Follow and join in the family's excitement as they wade through the grass, splash through the river and squelch through the mud in search of a bear....

Wildlife of Aotearoa Colouring Book by Gavin Bishop invites children and adults alike to embark on an artistic journey through the majestic landscapes and diverse wildlife of New Zealand. This captivating 64-page colouring book showcases intricate illustrations that celebrate the...

Trusted and treasured for over a decade, The Jesus Storybook Bible has been introducing children to God’s wonderful story, and the Saviour at the centre of that story. With over 6 million copies sold, The Jesus Storybook Bible is the...

Not every dragonet wants a destiny . . . Clay has grown up under the mountain, chosen along with four other dragonets to fulfill a mysterious prophecy and end the war between the dragon tribes of Pyrrhia. He's not so...

Epic adventures. Fierce warrior cats. A thrilling fantasy world. It all begins here. This set of the very first books in the series will be a welcome gift for readers new to the series.Read the books that began a phenomenon—and...

The new book from the author of The Barefoot Investor, the #1 all-time Australian bestseller Barefoot Kids by Scott Pape is a transformative financial guide designed specifically for children, providing them with the essential skills they need to handle money...

Never forget an adventure with this bright and bold journal from Lonely Planet Kids. Packed with writing topic suggestions, lists to complete, ideas for getting the creative juices flowing, and lots more fill-in fun, this is the perfect way for...

Scarface Claw by Lynley Dodd introduces young readers to a bold and daring character – the toughest tomcat in town. This beautifully illustrated children’s book follows the intrepid adventures of Scarface Claw, a rugged feline who rules the streets with...

What’s even more exciting to young kids than seeing big machines that build things? Watching the massive ones that tear them down! Crush the stone. Crush the stone. Chip and grind and munch. Make new concrete from the old. Whirr!...

Lift-the-flap, hide-and-seek fun with mischievous Hairy Maclary and all his friends! Have you seen Hairy Maclary? Where is he hiding? Lift the flaps to see if you can spot the raggedy rascal and his rollicking gang! Is he having a...

‘There was Tolkien, there is Pullman and now there is Katherine Rundell. Wondrous invention, marvellous writing.’ – Michael MorpurgoThere’s a place where all the wildest stories began … The first novel in the award winning and globally best-selling Impossible Creatures...

Use the flaps to uncover and understand the inner workings of all sorts of machines. An amazing flap book packed with inventions, machines, gadgets, devices, and facts and information about how they work. Over 90 flaps reveal the insides of...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Cheese and crackers, it's Christmas! The countdown is on, but can you find Bluey and Bingo? There's lots of hidden surprises too, so join the festive fun in this search-and-find book. A...

Discover the enchanting world of Little Sticker Dolly Dressing!Follow Ruby the Rainbow Fairy as she flutters around Fairyland in this enchanting sticker book.There are lots of magical scenes to decorate, from an orange grove and yellow meadow to painting rainbows...

Can Lucas pull off staging an alien encounter and save his tiny country school from closure? A madcap novel by an award-winning author for readers 8 years and older. Eleven-year-old Lucas has got a new worry to add to his...

Pete the Cat has woken up grumpy today! Nothing seems to be going his way. But maybe some groovy magic sunglasses can help… Pete the Cat has woken up feeling blue – and he just doesn’t know what to do!...

Enter the whimsical world of Hairy Maclary and his delightful friends in Hairy Maclary and Friends: Touch and Feel Book by Lynley Dodd. This enchanting interactive book invites young readers to join Hairy Maclary, the scruffy little dog from Donaldson's...

Meet lots of farm animals and their babies in this interactive lift-the-flap story that has been delighting parents and children for 35 years, created by Rod Campbell, author of bestselling preschool classic, Dear Zoo. Children will love lifting the flaps...

Hold on to your bonnets – can champion knitter Granny McFlitter rescue the Easter Parade in the knit of time? A fabulously crafty story that buzzes with fun and hot cross buns. Champion knitter Granny McFlitter will have you in...