Marine life gifts for 5 year olds

Dive into the ocean for a noisy rhyming romp packed with favourite sea creatures brought to life with fun, vibrant artwork. This bestselling picture book from an award-winning creative team is a delight to read aloud and share with young...

"How I long to sail!" said the tiny snail. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks...

Don't Trust Fish by debut picture book author Neil Sharpson, and illustrated by National Book Award-winning creator Dan Santat, is an absurdly laugh-out-loud picture book about the villainy of fish. Why, dear reader, must you NEVER EVER trust fish? 1)...

  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...

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...

An exciting adventure featuring global sensations The Octonauts. With glow in the dark ink, a surprise page to fold out – and lots of exciting detail – this is the ultimate gift book for Octonauts-crazy children!Enjoy the original books that...

This friendly Shark Puppet is ready for hours of imaginative play, from ocean adventures to backyard storytelling. Soft and easy to move, it is a fun pick for kids who love sea creatures big and small. Hand puppet design for...

A stunning undersea tale of friendship, community and discovery from the bestselling creators of The Lion Inside.Under glittering waves of a vast ocean blue, a beautiful world is hidden from view.And there, in the cool and the quiet of the...

Stick these glow-in-the-dark sharks on the walls or ceiling. Fill your room with glow sharks and turn it into an undersea world. Expose the sharks to a light source for a minute. Turn off the light and watch them glow....

Hello Kitty meets Star Trek under the sea! Dive in for adventure in this exciting picture book, featuring global sensations The Octonauts!Enjoy the original books that inspired the hit animated TV series, broadcast around the world! The Octonauts are a...

A captivating and award-winning bedtime story by picture book creator Ruth Paul, with luminous illustrations, language evocative of the deep blue sea - and a big surprise when you turn out the lights. Winner - Best Picture Book New Zealand...

Finding Nemo (Disney Pixar: Classic Collection) tells the tale of Marlin's son, Nemo, who is captured by a diver in the Great Barrier Reef. Along with his new friend Dory, Marlin embarks on a daring search across the ocean to...

Margaret Mahy's classic cautionary tale The Great White Man-Eating Shark is reimagined with delightfully cheeky illustrations from Herb MacDonald, the winner of the 2024 Margaret Mahy Illustration Prize. Welcome to Caramel Cove. The beach is amazing. The ocean is even...

Dive into creativity with the Melissa & Doug Sea Life Chunky Puzzle, an engaging wooden puzzle designed to spark curiosity about the underwater world. Featuring seven extra-thick sea creature pieces — including a shark, whale, and octopus — this puzzle...

Palm Pals Plush - Felipe Seahorse is a graceful underwater companion who is ready to swim into your Palm Pals collection. With his beautifully curved tail and soft aquatic colours, Felipe brings a sense of seaside serenity to your home....

Paperback edition of Eric Carle's new picture book with gorgeous vibrant illustrations. A stunning new picture book from Eric Carle about Mister Seahorse and other 'male mothers', with special acetate pages that hide fish behind rocks and reeds. As he...

What can you see Under the Sea? A ginormous whale (tohora) or a tiny scallop (tipa)? Under the Sea is a fun and engaging adventure that is perfect for Kiwi kids! "Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as...

What New Zealand child is not delighted by a rockpool at low tide, with its colourful, fascinating array of creatures, some still, some flitting about? Rock Pools is a book designed to enhance this experience, with each page presenting an...

The orca is a large, toothed whale that belongs to the dolphin family. Its black and white colouring makes its unmistakable. Animals swimming under it don't recognise it, because the surface of the water is just as bright as its...

Dive into a sea of adventure with the Shark Family Mini Busy Book! An exciting storybook and toy all in one, this Mini Busy Book by Phidal is sure to make a splash with young readers. Inside, discover a sturdy board book...

Sparkly Sea Creatures Sticker Book is a playful sticker book filled with familiar sea creatures, enhanced with a touch of sparkle. Join frolicking dolphins, shimmering jellyfish, and all kinds of bright sea creatures on a journey under the sea. With...

A set of eight 2-piece jigsaws and a book about all kinds of sea creatures. Discover the wonderful world under the sea, with this delightful set of jigsaws and a book. Each sturdy jigsaw comes in two easy-to-match pieces, with...

The blue whale is the largest mammal on the planet. Its tongue alone weighs as much as an elephant, and when it opens its mouth, up to 90 tonnes of water can fit into it. It also has the biggest...

Make a splash as you explore incredible underwater scenes. Dive under the sea and meet narwhals, whales, giant octopuses and other amazing animals in this exciting sticker book. Learn where otters live, what elephant seals look like, discover creatures of...

The North Atlantic Right Whale is one of the rarest marine mammals, with fewer than 400 individuals remaining. These whales are known for their distinctive callosities on their heads and their slow movements, which sadly made them easy targets during...

'Hilarious and charming' – Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of Dogman and Captain Underpants🐟🦀 The perfect first book for young 5 year-old, 6 year-old, 7 year old and 8 year-old readers looking for funny, high interest books that are an accessible...

From under the water to high on the cliffs, there are hundreds of fascinating things to discover along the seashore. Visit a sandy beach, dive into rock pools and explore the fascinating seashore in this delightful sticker book. Use the...

Make a splash with this adorable Keeleco: Puffer Fish. Measuring 25cm, this round friend is much softer than its ocean counterparts. It is crafted entirely from recycled plastic bottles, making it a wonderful choice for environmentally conscious gift givers. The...

Join Spot on a day out to the aquarium in this interactive slide-and-seek adventure. Spot and Dad are off to the aquarium - but will Spot find the clownfish he's looking for? Curious minds will love exploring the aquarium with...

Do you love monsters? How about princesses? And sharks? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud ‘pick your own’ picture book adventure! Zara is enjoying a day at the beach, when she realised – horror! – that Old...

Dive in for an amazing under the sea sticker adventure and meet marvellous marine animals in this sticker activity book for children age 5 and up. Written by Oakley Graham and illustrated by Dan Crisp, 555 Sticker Fun Under the...

The Orchard Toys Under the Sea Wooden Nesting Puzzle introduces young learners to marine life with beautifully illustrated nesting puzzles. Featuring beautifully illustrated sea creatures, each piece nests within the chunky board in size order Specially designed to spark curiosity...

Add an astonishingly diverse range of sharks and rays to the captivating scenes. Dive into the incredible underwater world of sharks and rays, from menacing Great Whites and weird-looking Hammerheads to graceful Manta Rays. Learn how these mysterious creatures swim,...

My Little Golden Book About Sharks is a Little Golden Book that offers a simple yet informative look into the captivating world of sharks. Young readers will be delighted by bright, bold artwork and lively descriptions of various types of...

Learn to read and read to learn, with this classic collection from the one and only Dr. Seuss and the Cat in the Hat! An entertaining and educational collection featuring Dr. Seuss’s most beloved creation! Come and join the Cat...

Honu and Blue love to explore. They re taking a trip along the seashore, seeking out creatures that live in the sea and following clues. What might they be? Author Jez Smith takes readers on a rhyming, riddle-filled journey in...

Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to Earth's oceans for children aged 5-7. Explore the biggest habitats on our planet with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Oceans for children aged 5-7. Witness the wonders of the...

Meet Hugo, the playful hector's dolphin! This quirky marine creature is sure to add some fun and laughter to your ocean adventures. Hugo is the perfect companion for any marine lover! 40cm 100% polyester Not suitable for kids under 3...

The ocean's most famous predator has never looked quite this cuddly. This 25cm Great White Shark is part of the sustainable Keeleco:eco range, meaning it is made from one hundred percent recycled materials. From its iconic dorsal fin to its...

Really changes colour!  Starfish, sometimes more commonly called sea stars, can be found throughout the worlds  oceans, from shallow tidal pools to deep trenches. They are most often found in rocky areas where they can feed on mollusks and similar...

Dive into the watery world beneath the waves in this beautifully illustrated information book, with over 50 flaps to lift. Explore coasts, coral reefs and mangrove forests, and find out what lives in the deepest, darkest part of the ocean....

Brimming with things to find, count and talk about, this charming picture book provides hours of puzzle-solving fun. Spot crabs in a rock pool, whales on the horizon, shoals of fish in a coral reef, and sunken treasure on a...

Dive into the world of sharks with this underwater adventure for kids ages 3 to 5! From deep in the ocean to lakes and rivers, sharks live all around us. Help curious preschool and kindergarten kids explore beneath the surface...

Join Spot and his family at the beach in the newest instalment of the world's best-loved lift-the-flap books. In this brand new lift-the-flap adventure, Spot and his family are going to the beach! Spot can't wait to paddle in the...

Simple sewing goes under the sea! Build fine motor skills and learn to sew with a cat-tastic mermaid and her sweet sea critter friends. Start with simple lacing cards featuring a seashell and sea star, before you dive into the...

Finding Nemo is an unforgettable tale (unless you’re Dory!) of a young clownfish with a desire to explore the ocean and a father’s brave search for his son. On this fin-tastic adventure, we meet many colourful and sofishticated characters and...

The Earth’s wilderness is in danger, but Mother Nature and her all-star squad of animal helpers are here to help! Join the Conservation Crew as they journey across the globe on a mission to protect the planet and the animals...

This nonfiction Little Golden Book is filled with amazing facts about whales and beautiful illustrations--perfect for preschoolers! Let your little one discover the wonderful world of whales! This informative Little Golden Book introduces little ones to these gentle giants with...

Māui Dolphin Mischief features artwork from the bestselling Kuwi the Kiwi book Kuwi's Fluey Huwi. PIECES: 24 Large PiecesDIMENSIONS:  Box: 215 mm x 215 mm Puzzle: 480mm x 680mm (put together) Recommended Age: Ages 3+

Large vinyl, reusable stickers of sharks, fish, divers, and more.Jumbo Stickers for Little Hands: Under the Sea has 75 large vinyl reusable stickers and 24 pages of colourful and joyful illustrations of scenery sure to inspire play and storytelling. There...

What do you get if you cross a squid with a fish? It's a squish, of course! And how about a shark and a turtle? Why, that's a shurtle! With over 121 possible underwater creations, silly names and strange noises...

Featuring more than 600 stickers, this bumper encyclopedia is packed with facts on the fascinating world of sharks! A fantastic selection of facts and, of course, lots and lots of stickers, to keep children entertained for hours. Did you know...

Lift flaps and peep through holes to discover amazing creatures in the deep oceans. Dive down with a submersible to discover the mysteries of the ocean. Oceans cover most of our planet, and yet most of the depths remain unexplored....

Discover a vivid underwater world of bright coral and fascinating sea creatures. Open the flaps and peer among spectacular coral shapes to see a magical world of sea creatures living in a reef. From turtles, fish and sharks to octopus,...

Under the Ocean introduces young children to the creatures that live in the seas around New Zealand. The book describes different habitats: underwater reefs, the sea floor, the open ocean, and the deep ocean. Animals featured in the fact pages...

CollectA 5pcs Penguin Set is a hand-painted figurine set produced by CollectA, featuring five penguin models with fine details. Each penguin is crafted from durable PVC and painted using non-toxic acrylic paints, ensuring safe play and display.This set is part...

A Kiwi Went to Sea, Sea, Sea follows the delightful escapades of a Kiwi on a maritime adventure, hoping to catch some kai for tea. Will the kiwis enjoy their fun in the sun while relishing some delicious kai out...

Meet the legendary unicorn of the sea with the Keeleco: Narwhal - 30cm. Measuring 30cm in length, this majestic arctic dweller is the perfect size for big hugs and imaginative voyages across the frozen north. Every part of this narwhal,...

Why choose just one when you can collect the whole school? The Mofusand Sea Life Assortment brings together six adorable “sophisti-cute” kittens dressed in playful aquatic costumes, including Whale Shark, Octopus, Penguin, Squid, Shark, and Whale designs. Inspired by the...

The Mofusand “Cat Squid Plush” is an officially licensed Mofusand plush figure—featuring the iconic grey cat character designed by Juno—dressed in a squid costume. Standing approximately 20 cm tall, it is crafted from soft, cuddly plush material, ideal for both hugging and display.Part...

Why choose just one when you can collect the whole school? The Mofusand Sea Life Assortment brings together six adorable “sophisti-cute” kittens dressed in playful aquatic costumes, including Whale Shark, Octopus, Penguin, Squid, Shark, and Whale designs. Inspired by the...

Big Book of Big Sea Creatures by Minna Lacey is a fantastic big book crammed with the world's biggest sea creatures. Open out the giant fold-out pages to discover some of the world's largest sea creatures, such as sharks, whales,...

In the warm tropical waters off the north Australian coast, a very special whale is born: Migaloo, the White Whale, the only all-white humpback whale in the world. As he and his pod make their annual migration to Antarctica, Migaloo...

Meet the little fish with a talent for tall tales. Tiddler’s always late for school every day, but he’s always got an imaginative excuse. All your little minnows need to do to join Tiddler’s classroom is pop this Tonie on...

Nothing is nicer than sharing and giving in this bilingual edition of the beloved classic by Marcus Pfister! NorthSouth Books is proud to partner with bi:libri in a new line of multilingual children’s books. Launching with bilingual editions of The...

A powerful and standout sea-life story featuring one very small and determined blue whale from bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator Rob Biddulph Meet Gigantic, the smallest blue whale in the Atlantic. Dwarfed by the other whales, Gigantic keeps to...

Charlie loves the sea. He loves the seashells and the seahorses, the sharks and the stingrays, the crabs and the crayfish. He loves the gentle waves that creep up onto the sand and tickle his toes. He loves the huge...

Journey along with Inky the octopus as he makes a daring escape from his aquarium to the open sea-based on a real-life adventure! Journey along with Inky the octopus as he makes a daring escape from his aquarium to the...

Discover the majestic unicorn of the sea with this suspenseful narrative from a BBC filmmaker and gorgeous art from an award-winning illustrator. With a crack and a creak, the frozen sea begins to melt—the ice splits apart and a new...

In Illumipedia, discover animals, insects, dinosaurs, and the ocean deeps with your three-colour lens as you explore the world and its natural phenomena like never before. Bringing together content from five books in the iconic Illumi series, this new treasury...

From the creator of the Oscar-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher and his diving partner comes a best-in-class photographic picture book about the wonders of the sea.Here’s an ode to the mysteries of the ocean, the animals who share our planet,...

Introduce young readers to science through an amazing underwater world!Packed with sea-life facts and awe-inspiring science, Sharks Love Science looks at animal families, wild weather at sea, ocean habitats, types of sharks - from the great white to the frilled...

**Winner of the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2026**Get ready to scuttle, swim, wiggle and jiggle in this delightful rhyming story which gets children reading and moving along!When we were at the beach today, a little crab came by."Come scuttle with me,"...

Full of puzzles and activities. Use again and again to practise pen control. Packed with activities to help children practise their pen control, the brightly illustrated pages are full of dots to join, mazes to solve, differences to spot and...

Use the soft felt play pieces to complete each colourful scene for interactive safari animal fun! Children will love to complete every felt scene as they match the soft felt play pieces to the simple story. The soft felt pieces...

A fun-filled activity book based on Britta Teckentrup's Sea, packed with over 200 stickers! Discover a magical world beneath the waves in the utterly absorbing Sea: Activity Book, which features over 200 colourful stickers and hours of entertainment for creative...

When Penguin hears Whale singing the blues, he tries to help. But how do you stop a blue whale feeling blue? A delightful story about a whale with bike trouble and the happy-go-lucky penguin who cheers him up. Explore the...

Everything you want to know about whales in an easy-to-read book. How do whales sleep? Why do they blow bubbles? What can narwhals do with their tusks? Beginners Whales has the answers to these questions and many more, along with...

The tenth book in the New York Times bestselling Rainbow Fish series encourages care and respect for the ocean and its creatures. Rainbow Fish and the Great Escape follows Rainbow Fish and his friends, who have only ever heard stories...

Out in the Bay, a calm morning reveals a coastal world of seabirds, seals, jellyfish and shoals of fish. As the day dramatically unfolds into a wild coastal storm, life above and below the water continues in fascinating ways.