Children's Books

A picture book series about the extraordinary men and women who have shaped Australian history, including St Mary MacKillop. Mary MacKillop is Australia's first saint. Mary was born in the 1800s and devoted her life to teaching children. She believed...

India Wimple can spell. Brilliantly. Every Friday night, she and her family watch the Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee. When the Wimples suggest she enter the next Bee, India says she's not good enough - but her family won't hear it...

Life has never been easy for Antonio, but since the war began, there are German soldiers on every corner, fearsome gangsters and the fascist police everywhere, and no one ever has enough to eat. But when Antonio decides to trust...

El secreto de las hormigas (The Ants' Secret) is a story about the importance of respecting animals and nature, and in this case, ants. Printed on Stone Paper.

A summer in New York City. A case of mistaken identity. What could possibly go wrong? When Elijah Ri arrives in New York City for an internship at his father’s massive tech company, Haneul Corporation, he expects the royal treatment...

Vivienne Small's world is under threat. A Winged Dog has fallen from the sky bearing an ominous note, and vercaka have invaded the City of Clocks. Meanwhile, in the real world, famous writers are turning up far from home, injured...

From the animator of The Corpse Bride, Coraline, and Isle of Dogs, comes a hilarious, illustrated tale about Gramps's life as a magician. Gramps had what they call a ‘Chequered Career,’ which he insists on regaling to his sceptical grandson....

Empowering and fun picture books from the cool musician mums everyone loves to sing along with ... You've got my back, and I know that I've got this, I'll show you how brave I can be. 'Cause I had you...

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...

Highly and hilariously illustrated, three stories of the antics and adventures that kids can get up to in the 15 minutes that is Little Lunch! At Little Lunch we played Chinese whispers, Melanie ran an INSECT HOSPITAL, and Rory kicked...

From Australia's bestselling author, Anh Do, comes the latest adventure in this smash-hit series about an ordinary girl with extraordinary powers. Amber paused. When she spoke again, it was almost a whisper. 'What if we could be a family again?'...

Who is dashing through the snow on a homemade sleigh? Grug! This classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!

This follow-up to What's in My Truck? is a brand new lift-the-flap adventure featuring five trains full of surprises! Discover what five different trains are carrying, from sleeping passengers to spotted ponies! With over 30 flaps to lift and discover,...

The School of Monsters has begun. Let's learn about NUMBERS – just for fun! The School of Monsters: Learn and Play series bridges the gap between school and home to ignite the spark of learning. Kids getting ready for kinder...

How do you describe colour to someone who is blind? Isaac and Luke are friends. Luke is blind and believes that he doesn’t need colours in his life. Isaac can’t imagine a world without colour and decides to teach his...

Help Spot count the stars to fall asleep in this cosy bedtime story. Spot's Goodnight Stars and his family are on a camping adventure - but when it's time for bed, Spot isn't tired! Perhaps counting the stars as they...

Complete this 1000-piece puzzle featuring some Pokemon that are ready to battle! And bring their battle to life in this intricate colouring book.

Peter's younger brother dreams that if only he had the pirate suit, he would be the pirate captain and boss of the seven seas. I Wish I Had a Pirate Suit is a delightful tale that captures the imagination and...

Help protect the universe with your favourite Marvel Super Heroes. Join Spider-Man, the Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy and more in 20 epic tales of action and adventure! Short stories easily engage young Marvel fans. Familiar art style will...

Kia ora! Join hands with us and explore this country we call Aotearoa. Welcome to the shores of New Zealand, where you can be a Kiwi too! From the creator of Tawhirimatea A Song for Matariki comes a playful new...

Tahi, Rua, Toru, Wha, let's race, e hoa ma! Little Rapeti (Rabbit) races with his friends, but he keeps hurting himself ... can he be brave and reach the finish line?

Discover hundreds of the animal kingdom's most fascinating facts in this stunningly illustrated tribute to the natural world, from the world-class wildlife experts at Taronga. A book to treasure and share, destined to become a childhood classic. Unveil the secrets...

Join Sam and Te Rerehua as they prepare a Matariki feast! It’s the day before Matariki and a big feast has been prepared. Eeling took place months ago and Te Rerehua and Sam are excited to give thanks to Tupuanuku...

Join Rapeti and friends as they embark on a hunt in the outdoors to find their treasure ... which may come as a surprise to readers!

Rapeti's friends are having fun at the swimming hole, but Rapeti is too afraid to get in the water. Can Mum help? Can little rabbit be brave enough?

Shortlisted, ABIAs 2025, Small Publisher's Children's Book of the Year Look who's at the dog beach! Strong dogs, long dogs, Playing dogs, staying dogs, Black dogs, brown dogs, go-to-town dogs, Bit-of-a-clown dogs, upside-down dogs, Mopey dogs, dopey dogs, Shaggy dogs,...

First day of school, new experiences and making friends play centre stage for this book for the pre-school age. It is Maddie’s first day of school and she has everything ready – her uniform, shoes, socks and hat. But there...

The second adventure of a rising superhero with super fishy powers. Trouble finds its way to Fish Kid’s shores once more in his second adventure! Will Fish Kid be able to find his missing Nan, hide his powers from Pops,...

Highly and hilariously illustrated, three stories of the antics and adventures that kids can get up to in the 15 minutes that is Little Lunch! At Little Lunch we squeezed between the portable classroom and the fence, Battie fell off...

Like streams of water in a dry land, is the gift of kindness in my hand. In Kindness, a little girl learns about the greatest gift of all. Kindness is something she wants to keep but on her journey, she...

On your marks for a racing adventure, full of exciting puzzles and games! With 1001 stickers, including foiled stickers, a giant wall sticker, character and mosaic stickers, as well as loads of activities, this Hot Wheels: 1001 Stickers (Mattel) sticker...

Adventure, imagination and loads of fun. Willa and Woof 2: Birthday Business follows Willa as she embarks on an energetic quest to throw the greatest surprise party ever for her best old-age-friend, Frank, who surprisingly hates birthdays. Determined to make...

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! ... the ideal series for young readers to hone their skills as they are already familiar with the characters and their relationships ... The Bottom Shelf Join Bluey on an adventure in...

The iconic Australian song—our anthem of hope—appears here for the first time as a beautiful book for the young, and young at heart, which is to say, all of us. Featuring the inspirational words from Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody,...

Free-spirited Moana will be chief of Motunui one day. And when danger threatens her island, she sets sail on an adventure to save her people. Will Moana be able to unlock the mystery of the sea and discover her true...

Stories to Read with Dad (Disney: Deluxe Treasury) includes six tales to be read with Dad. With some mischief, laughs, and lots of love, these classic Disney stories are all about the magic of father figures!

It's pet day at school and Lilo and Stitch are excited to go to school together. When the class pet gets loose, Stitch must go on an adventure to catch it. But there are so many fun things to do...

G'day Mickey! Join Mickey, Minnie, and their friends on a very Australian colouring adventure! Get your coloured pencils, sausage sizzles, and cricket bats ready for a journey across the country. This Mickey and Friends: Colouring Adventures in Australia! book contains...

Develop your child's literacy, numeracy, and fine motor skills with these fun and educational Jurassic World Explorers: Ready Set Learn! Activity Pad. With 24 pages of activities and over 80 reward stickers, your little one is in for a roaring...

Sarah's Heavy Heart by Peter Carnavas tells the poignant story of a little girl's quest for friendship and love. "Sarah knew the heart would always be hers to carry. She just wished it wasn't so heavy." Join Sarah on her...

Remarkable Animal Stories from New Zealand and Australia by Maria Gill introduces readers to a captivating collection of extraordinary animals from Australasia. Meet Charisma, the double Olympic champion horse; Moko, the playful dolphin; Migaloo, the white whale; and Einstein, the...

Minions The Rise of Gru Tin (Universal) is sure to entertain Minions fans for hours on end with its amazing content. This delightful tin is filled with engaging activities perfect for keeping young minds occupied. The tin includes: A storybook...

Buckle up, racers! Speed through this epic colouring adventure with Hot Wheels: Puffy Sticker Book (Mattel). Use your 3D puffy stickers on your journey through the book... or anywhere else!

Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show! Join Bluey and her family to piece the jigsaw puzzles together and see what they've been up to. Includes 4 double-sided puzzles. Flip each puzzle over for a new picture. Hooray! Bluey:...

Are you feeling heroic? Get ready for a Marvel: Sticker Burst mission! Join the Avengers, Spider-People, and Guardians of the Galaxy as you complete activities and decorate colouring pages, one sticker at a time. This case includes a sticker activity...

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...

After Unico angers the evil goddess Venus, the brave young unicorn is banished—and all his memories erased. Rescued by the kind-hearted West Wind, Unico awakens in an unfamiliar world, where he’s befriended by Chloe, an abandoned watch cat. Chloe begs...

Get ready to race with this super sticker adventure! With activities, colouring, and lots of stickers, there is tons of fun to be had. In Hot Wheels: Super Sticker Book (Mattel), you will dive into exciting challenges and creative tasks...

How Maui Defied the Goddess of Death is a beloved Māori myth about how Maui challenges Hine-nui-te-Po, as told by the iconic author and illustrator, Peter Gossage. When one of Maui's uncles dies, Maui sets out to defeat the goddess...

THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN’S DEBUT FICTION BOOK * THE NUMBER ONE BESTSELLING CHILDREN’S HARDBACK FICTION BOOK * ‘A Da Vinci Code for kids’ – RICHARD OSMAN ‘A triumph … a very modern fantasy, in which the inventive plot is...

How would it feel to wear the baggy green and captain anAustralian cricket team?Find out what it takes to get so good - the training, the bigbreaks and the challenges along the way. Get inspired to findyour own passion and...

Peppa Pig: Fun at the Farm introduces Peppa visiting the farm in a new magic wheel format! It's Peppa's birthday, and as a special treat, she's visiting the farm! She can't wait to learn all about being a farmer. Read...

One of the brand-new Learn with Peppa titles for 2025, featuring interactive lift-the-flaps and fun animal facts. Learn with Peppa: Peppa's Animal Habitats invites you to join Peppa and her friends on a captivating journey through the fascinating world of...

"Look sharp!" shouted Edmund. "All catch hands and keep together. This is magic - I can tell by the feeling!" Prince Caspian is in terrible danger when his wicked uncle, King Miraz, decides to get rid of the young heir...

Scarface Claw, Hold Tight by Lynley Dodd is another delightful addition to the much-loved Hairy Maclary and Friends series. This rollicking picture book captures both the excitement and humour that fans have come to expect. It’s a peaceful morning as...

Discover a world where adventure and imagination come to life in Willa and Woof 8: Best Idea Yet by Jacqueline Harvey. Willa, a spirited and curious young girl, finds herself tangled in a web of mystery and excitement when she...

An interactive, illustrated guide perfect for any burgeoning plant lover! Research shows plants can keep us (and our living spaces) happier and healthier. This illustrated guide breaks down everything from basic light and water needs to soil and temperature requirements...

Every human brain is utterly unique, with 180 billion brain cells which keep us safe, curious and creative, whilst gifting us incredible powers of memory and bamboozling brilliant imaginations. Explodapedia: The Brain maximises your understanding of our miraculous minds!

Featuring posters, quizzes, character bios and more, this Adventure Guide is the perfect book for Toy Story 4 fans. PLUS make your own Forky friend with included craft items!

A search and find activity book, perfect for ages 7+. Get ready to embark on another adventure with all your favourite poo pals! Full of puzzles, riddles and spotting games, there is poop-tastic fun on every page! See if you...

This playful yet calming book about wonderful forest sounds is the perfect gift for introducing kids to loving and respecting the natural world around them. The forest has lots to say...if you listen. When a child steps into the forest,...

A laugh-out-loud chameleon word-play explosion - perfect for reading aloud together! The world is home to millions of colourful chameleons. What do you think they get up to when no one is watching? From cheeky flicking-pea-leons to cute-as-cute-can-be-leons and even...

The time has come, my little cub, to pass into your paws The Wisdom of the Woods - a book of Nature's magic laws. Open this sumptuous treasury which has been in Bear's family for generations. Discover 40 poems which...

Seven classic Shakespeare plays presented in an accessible comic strip format. Take your place in the Globe Theatre of Shakespeare's day to see seven of his best-loved plays in performance. Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, Julius...

Summer, 1940. Hitler's army is advancing towards Paris, and millions of French civilians are on the run. Amidst the chaos, two British children are being hunted by German agents. British spy Charles Henderson tries to reach them first, but he...

Friday Barnes 12: Collision Course sees Friday Barnes becoming Europe's most wanted in the latest instalment of the bestselling detective series. Friday's mum, the Nobel Prize-winning physicist, has been accused of espionage. The police suspect she's been selling secrets about...

In My Big Wimmelbook® - Cars and Things That Go, kids explore the many ways the citizens of Wimmeltown get around, whether by subway, plane, train, or automobile! Readers are introduced to a diverse bunch of characters and invited to...

The definitive Oz experience: Immerse yourself in the wonder of Oz with this keepsake collection of fifteen titles from L. Frank Baum’s cherished American fairy tale series. This lavishly packaged boxed set includes fifteen classic and beloved Oz tales in...

World record fever grips the second grade, and soon Ivy and Bean are trying to set their own record by becoming the youngest people to have ever discovered a dinosaur. But how hard is it to find one? Ivy and...

Your definitive guide to the heart of all life - The Cell. None of the fabulously diverse range of all life on Earth could exist without the astonishing workings of cells, so join Dr Ben Martynoga and Moose Allain as...

Join Spot and his friends for an Easter egg hunt on the farm in this wonderful basket-shaped board book for little hands! Spot's Easter Basket takes readers on an adventure where Spot and his friends embark on an Easter egg...

***Perfect for fans of Anthony Horowitz's ALEX RIDER series*** 'Not since Nancy Drew has a nosy, crime-obsessed kid been so hard to resist' - New York Times Woody Lambert is in trouble. He comes from a broken family, suffers bad...

It's summer at the Heartwood Hotel, and everyone is in a flurry getting ready for Ms. Prickles's wedding to Mr. Quillson! Meanwhile, a new mouse guest named Strawberry comes to stay. She's sweet and soft-spoken like Mona, and gifted in...

A collection of thirty wonderful stories about nature and the countryside from one of the world's best-loved children's authors; perfect to enjoy all year round. Enjoy the freedom of the outdoors, the beauty of the countryside, and the charm of...

Blow up your inflatable, apply the factor 50 and polish those sunnies… Mira and Dave the naughtiest unicorn are going to the BEACH! Mira can't wait to build a GIANT sandcastle (although Dave is more interested in eating a GIANT...

Kids will love adorning themselves with the stunning specimens in Fluttery, Friendly Tattoo Butterflies and Other Insects. Eighty-one illustrated temporary tattoos introduce creatures with amazing colours and realistic features, from the brilliant blue Cypris Morpho Butterfly to the Garden Tiger...

Follow Tupaia as he grows up in Ra'iātea, becoming a high-ranking 'arioi and master navigator. Join him as he meets up with Cook in Tahiti and sails as part of the crew on the Endeavour across the Pacific to Aotearoa....

Mira and Dave are so excited to go on a SCHOOL TRIP with all their Unicorn School friends! They're visiting the Baby Animal Rainbow Care Centre (BARCC for short) and can't wait to meet all the adorable baby animals. Will...

For the first time ever, fans of Minecraft and the hit series Diary of an 8-Bit Warrior can enjoy these fun and fully illustrated graphic novels. This new graphic novel series is an adaptation of the best-selling Diary of an...