Wild animals gifts

A tear rolled down Amber's cheek. If PetrolCo was allowed to drill on Bird Island, it wouldn't just be the rainbow parrots that were wiped out. It'd be everything. Amber is in a race to save the endangered Rainbow Parrot....

A delightful addition to the Nature Storybooks series, The Echidna Near My Place tells the story of a child and their nana, and the echidna they love to follow around – now in paperback. Nana and I walk through the...

The Muddleheaded Wombat combines, in one edition, four of Ruth Park's much-loved classics: The Muddleheaded Wombat (1962), The Muddleheaded Wombat on Holiday (1964), The Muddleheaded Wombat in the Treetops (1965) and The Muddleheaded Wombat at School (1966). Featuring one of...

Companion non fiction title for the bestselling Diary of a Wombat that explores everything you've ever wanted to know about wombats. Jackie French loves wombats. She's been living with and studying them for over 30 years, and they have been...

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...

Heed the call of the wild with the final book in this action-packed animal fantasy series from the internationally bestselling author of Warriors. With the balance of the Bravelands at a breaking point, the Great Herd has found a common...

Heed the call of the wild! Discover the fourth book in this action-packed, New York Times bestselling series from the author of Warriors. A false leader has been destroyed, but Bravelands is still in grave danger. The animals of Bravelands...

The third brilliant adventure in the best-selling, beloved Real Pigeons series! Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It’s because they’re out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts! The crime-fighting birds known as the REAL PIGEONS...

Heed the call of the wild with the fifth book in this action-packed animal fantasy series from the internationally bestselling author of Warriors. The Great Spirit has returned to Bravelands, and the baboon Thorn hopes to guide Bravelands to peace...

The final book in this wonderful fantasy animal trilogy, Faelan the Fearless (Faelan the Wolf #3), begins with the death of Pack Leader Bardolph Lupus, and his son Weylin is set to take the Stone. Faelan is fretting about how...

Brightest Wild is a gently lyrical story about discovering Country and the importance of family, friendship, and the magic of the bush. It comes from an emerging Indigenous talent and the winner of a black&write! Fellowship. When eleven-year-old Alex moves...

The fourth incredible book in the hilarious, blockbuster Real Pigeons series! The world's greatest crime-fighting pigeons are making a BIG SPLASH as they try to solve their most puzzling mysteries yet... The brave birds known as the REAL PIGEONS track...

Heed the call of the wild with the exhilarating new series from Erin Hunter. A lion cast out from his pride. An elephant who can read the bones of the dead. A baboon rebelling against his destiny. Together, they must...

Heed the call of the wild with the exhilarating new series from Erin Hunter. A baboon who has uncovered an act of treachery. An elephant uncertain of her fate. A lion poised to strike. The code of the wild has...

The fifth laugh-out-loud funny adventure in the blockbuster Real Pigeons series! More pigeons are fighting crime than ever before, but the REAL PIGEONS still have lots of CATastrophes to untangle... Who stole a rare jewel from the world's FURRIEST cat...

Heed the call of the wild! Discover the third book in this action-packed, New York Times bestselling animal fantasy series from the author of Warriors. A great evil has risen... and must be defeated. A murderer now leads the animals...

The World's Most Pointless Animals by Philip Bunting introduces us to some truly weird and wonderful creatures that inhabit our planet, from the blobfish to the pink fairy armadillo. Let's be honest, these animals seem pretty pointless at first glance....

Teach your little critter to count from dusk to dawn with Australia's cutest native animals. CBCA Book of the Year Awards 2017 Notable Book Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2017 Shortlisted Under the Australian moonlight, nine little...

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...

The true story of Wānanga, a kea that was poisoned by lead, but recovered to be released again into the wild. Kea are the world’s only alpine parrot, highly intelligent and famous for their cheeky, often naughty behaviour. They are,...

The World’s Most Ridiculous Animals (or are they?) The next hilarious, playfully irreverent title in The World's Most... series, written and illustrated by Philip Bunting. The World’s Most Ridiculous Animals is all about absurd-looking animals with incredible (if somewhat seemingly...

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,...

“These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality.” Guardian on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories Bear and Bird: The Cave and Other Stories features Bear and Bird, best friends who...

On her first venture out of the nest, Little Hoiho admires the other birds around her and tries desperately to imitate them—with unfortunate results. But when she accidentally trips and falls into the water, she discovers that she is no...

The night is young and there is hunting to be done. An exciting new addition to the narrative nonfiction series Nature Storybooks, about dingoes. Can you see her? There - deep in the stretching shadows - a dingo. Her pointed...

Based on the real-life grizzly attacks of 1967, this bold graphic novel tells the story of one of the most tragic seasons in the history of America's national parks—a summer of terror that forever changed ideas about how grizzlies and...

Diving in dumpsters, traipsing through trash! Rummaging through rubbish, making a splash! ‘Revolting!’ they snort, starting to sicken, ‘Trash Turkey! Dumpster Duck! Bin Chicken!’ One bird’s trash is another bird’s treasure—find out why the ibis is the queen of the...

Nothing ever bothered happy Barry Capybara. He was chill when it was chilly, out on the savannah. Hanging with his friend, the yellow-headed caracara. No, nothing ever bothered happy Barry Capybara. Happy Barry Capybara is the most chilled-out creature on...

One day, on the banks of a billabong, a very clever dingo caught a wombat and decided to make... Wombat Stew. Wombat stew, Wombat stew, Gooey, brewy, Yummy, chewy, Wombat stew! In this classic Australian picture book, a dingo catches...

A tiny acorn grows ... and grows ... into a mighty oak tree! Children play games around it. All sorts of animals live in it – and under it. And the tree stands strong as a thousand years whirl by....

I Went Walking. What did you see? I saw a black cat looking at me. A child's farmyard stroll reveals all sorts of animal friends – a black cat, a brown horse, a red cow... Julie Vivas's joyous illustrations give...

In this follow-on to Faelan the Wolf: Odd Wolf Out, Faelan’s pack is under threat from the white wolf, Varg Akafar. The Pack Leader is dying, and his successor, weaselly Weylin, is not a fan of odd-ball Faelan and his...

Her muzzle wrinkled, and Andrej saw a glimpse of teeth and pale tongue. 'They smell the same,' the lioness murmured. 'My cubs smelt as she does. Like pollen.' She breathed deeply again, and Andrej saw the missing cubs returning to...

In their second blockbuster adventure, the Real Pigeons aren't just crime-fighting pigeons who eat danger – they're also best friends! But with a deranged ostrich on the loose, a secret warehouse full of bottled birds, and power-hungry ibis to deal...

A CBCA EVE POWNALL AWARD NOTABLE BOOK 2025 Discover the incredible features and characteristics of some of the natural world's most fascinating extinct and critically endangered animals in the latest gorgeously illustrated hardcover encyclopaedia from award-winning author and illustrator Sami...

Into the Wild: Wolf Girl 1 by Anh Do is a thrilling adventure that captures the essence of courage, survival, and unexpected friendships. This captivating tale follows the journey of a young girl named Gwen, who suddenly finds herself isolated...

In this fascinating and touching book, children can learn about 50 courageous creatures from around the world and throughout history.This fully illustrated collection gathers heart-warming, surprising and often emotionally powerful stories of bravery, discovery and friendship. Featuring a range of...

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

Another hilarious picture book gem from the legendary team who brought us the highly acclaimed and bestselling Where is the Green Sheep? One day, after another hearty meal, Meerkat decided to leave his burrow and take a walk. But he...

Immerse your little ones in a heart-warming counting adventure with Hedgehog Howdedo by Lynley Dodd. This charming story introduces children to the delightful world of hibernating hedgehogs nestled snugly in a peaceful garden. As winter blankets the earth, the sleepy...

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 next-generation animal encyclopedia bursting with breathtaking photography and packed with the topics kids love most. Experience the world's most incredible animals in one amazing book. Like the hugely successful Eyewitness series itself, Eyewitness Encyclopedia of Animals includes all the...

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...

Let every Animal in this book offer Advice on how you might become your kindest, bravest, happiest, best self. Follow the pawprints, the flipper marks in the sand. They're waiting for you. Life can be tricky. You have school, homework,...

In this funny and heart-warming picture book, meet a shy little giraffe named Kipekee. She's a bit different from the other giraffes—she was born with no spots. Inspired by a real-life spotless giraffe from a popular news story, born in...

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...

Learn all about water with Maisy in this new series celebrating our planet! Maisy Loves Water: A Maisy's Planet Book lets Maisy explore everything about water. From what comes out of her tap, to rain, rivers, and all the way...

Boy and Grandad take care of a little bird. When it gets better, Grandad puts it outside, but it keeps hopping back into the house, following Boy wherever he goes. Boy wonders what kind of bird it is. An eagle?...

Wiggle your way through nature with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this spectacular sticker and colouring book. Follow The Very Hungry Caterpillar on a journey through nature in this book packed with sticker scenes, puzzles, colouring-in and games. Discover wonderful...

From Chris Haughton comes a funny, suspenseful celebration of mothers set against an atmospheric Antarctic backdrop.Mummy Penguin is off to find a fishy dinner for her family. She has to swim very fast, climb a slippery cliff – cu-crunch, cu-crunch,...

This lavishly illustrated collection of 366 animal poems—one for every day of the year—ranges from unforgettable classics to contemporary works from around the world, including poetry in translation. The spectacular range of poems includes work by Michael Rosen, Roger McGough,...

New in the critically acclaimed Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the amazing life of Jane Goodall, the world’s foremost expert on chimpanzees. When Jane was little, her father gave her a toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. This inspired her lifelong...

Narwhal's Otter Friend features Narwhal, a happy-go-lucky narwhal, and Jelly, a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do share a love for waffles, parties, and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover...

Discover the fascinating world of wild animal families in Animal Families: Safari, a captivating book that introduces little ones to the various names and roles of mummy and daddy animals in the wild. This delightful book invites children on an...

Little David grew up in Leicester on the campus of a university, where his father was a professor. Surrounded by the wonders of academia, young David developed an insatiable curiosity about the natural world. As a child, he spent countless...

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...

How Do Penguins Play? is a playful rhyming Little Golden Book that poses the question, "How do penguins play?" Children will delight in watching bear cubs, seals, penguins, monkeys, and other animal friends frolicking joyfully with each other. Adorable pastel...

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...

A comprehensive, updated, reference book on animals for families See the animal kingdom up close and personal in this stunning visual encyclopedia In the same series as the New Children's Encyclopedia and DK children's encyclopedias of Science, Art, and Geography...

Three baby owls, Sarah, Percy and Bill, wake up one night in their hole in a tree to find that their mother has gone. So they sit on a branch and wait. Darkness gathers and the owls grow anxious, wondering...

Chris Haughton's heart-warming story of a little lost owl in a gorgeous board book edition!WINNER OF THE CBI CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2011The award-winning debut title from Chris Haughton, the acclaimed author-illustrator of Oh No, George! and Shh! We...

The heart-warming tale of a gorilla and his tiny friend, from the master picturebook-maker.A very special gorilla is taught a very special skill: sign language. He appears to have everything he needs, but one day he signs that he is...

Mona the mouse has finally found a place to call home, the cozy Heartwood Hotel, where she works as a maid and sleeps snuggled up in a room with her best friend. Following the festive St. Slumber celebration, most of...

Introducing a vibrant addition to the bestselling series: EyeLike Stickers: Wild Animals. Packed with 400 durable and reusable full-colour stickers, each of these books will appeal to kids and crafters alike. The stickers are designed to be stuck on and...

The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look. \"On a hill above the valley there was a wood. In the wood there was a huge tree....

Learning animal names in English and te reo Maori is fun and interactive with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.What can you see on a day at the zoo? A lion (raiona), an elephant (arawhana), or a...

How many types of otters are there? What tricks can otters use to catch fish? Where do sea otters sleep? In this book, you'll find the answers and lots more amazing facts about otters. With simple text and beautiful illustrations,...

Discover over 180 amazing animals with The Very Hungry Caterpillar! A bright and engaging first introduction to the animal kingdom. Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar on a journey through many different animal habitats - including lush rainforests, arid deserts and...

Join Zookeeper Hu as he searches for a cheeky monkey in Hide and Seek Stories: At The Zoo. Slide the pages to find where the monkey is hiding and meet lots of other wild animals. Bestselling illustrator Jo Lodge brings...

Hello Little Cub look for Daddy Lion in Who's Hiding on Safari? Lift the felt flaps to see where he is. Which other animals will you find hiding underneath? With soft flaps on every spread that are easy for babies...

Learn your first 100 animals with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this chunky lift-the-flap board book! Learn your first 100 animals with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this chunky lift-the-flap board book! Discover polar bears hiding in the snow, eagles...

A lively comic strip exploring the work that goes on behind the scenes in a zoo. Tai is mad about animals and dreams of becoming a zookeeper when he grows up. Today is his chance to access all areas and...

Return to the forest where anything can happen. Party Animals is the unmissable fourth book in Nadia Shireen’s bestselling and wildly funny illustrated comedy adventure series, Grimwood!'Our finest children’s author' - Richard Osman Perfect for readers age 7+, and fans of Dog Man, Roald Dahl,...

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...

After a parrot makes fun of Sooki's big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the "saggy baggy" elephant isn't too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful...

The unmissable sequel to the bestselling, award-winning, multi-adaptation hit The Lost Words Kindred in spirit to The Lost Words but new in form, The Lost Spells is a pocket-sized treasure, a new collection of 'spells' - acrostic poetry and artwork...

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...

Spend a day at the zoo and meet all kinds of exciting animals. Turn the pages to explore an amazing zoo filled with elephants, lions, tigers, flamingos, giraffes and more. There are lots of scenes to fill with animals, including...

A beautifully illustrated reference book filled with 1000 amazing animals, from lizards and llamas to gorillas, great white sharks and much more. Every picture is labelled with its name, and there's an index of all the names at the back...

Push, pull and slide the tabs to meet the animals at the Busy Zoo! Make the giraffes' heads pop out of the trees, spray the baby elephant with water, watch the monkey acrobatics and feed the penguins. Children will love...