Recreation

New Titles Children’s August 2013 (arrived in July 2013)

Audio Visual

Harley's Hill (DVD), directed by Don Most.
Harley, a thoroughbred with royal bloodlines, is being groomed to replace his father's success at Willowbrook Farms. Harley's rapid success leads him to new physical challenges. An accident at a competition spooks him and fearing a fate like his father, he runs away. Days later, Harley is found by a rancher and his daughter. Unable to find the owner, they nurture him back to health. Discovering Harley's amazing ability for jumping, the girl includes Harley as her partner in her horse club competitions. Harley's talent is noticed immediately and is claimed by his true owner. Reluctantly the girl gives him up and he returns to Willowbrook Farms. Harley just wants to return to the ranch in the green hills but will he ever get back there?
Owd Bob (DVD), directed by Rodney Gibbons.
Recently orphaned in America, teenager David Roberts must spend the summer with grumpy maternal grandfather Adam MacAdam, whom he never met, on his sheep-farm on the Isle of Man. Both long for the end of the summer, having nothing in common but their love for dogs, notably Adam's precious champion sheepdog Bob. David strikes a friendship with Maggie, the sassy daughter of friendly neighbor Keith Moore, but Adam hates that family on account of an old canine competition-related tragedy.
Songs and story [sound recording] : Disney Mulan.
Fireman Sam. Hearts on fire and other stories [sound recording].
Six episodes from the hugely popular all-new animated series featuring Fireman Sam and his friends from Pontypandy - as seen on TV: Hearts on fire, Pontypandy extreme, Elvis sings the blues, Blow me down, Three legged race and Norman's ark.
Swift [sound recording], R. J. Anderson.
Ivy sensed the stone hurtling towards her and rolled - too late. Heat scored across her back in a blaze of dazzling pain. The ground spiralled to meet her, and she knew it would only be seconds before she hit…Ivy is a determined young faery, living in an abandoned tin mine with her clan. In a cruel twist of fate she was born without wings, and she longs to fly like the others. When she meets an enigmatic stranger, he seems to offer an answer. But there is more to him than meets the eye - and more secrets in Ivy's world than she ever realised.
The claws of evil [sound recording], Andrew Beasley.
Welcome to Victorian London; the home of the Artful Dodger, Sherlock Holmes… and Ben Kingdom, cocky street urchin - and the saviour of mankind. Unknown to mere mortals, an ancient battle is being waged across the city. Below the streets lurk the Legion, an evil gang of miscreants and criminals in league with the monstrous Feathered Men - determined to unleash Hell on the streets of London. Above the city's rooftops soar the Watchers, a ragtag band of orphans, mystics and spies, dedicated to protecting the vulnerable and guarding London against evil. Only Ben can put an end to this war - the only problem is, he doesn't know which side to choose.
A month with April-May [sound recording], Edyth Bulbring.
'Life is not a bowl of cherries. Suck it up.' On April-May's first day at Trinity College, she has the wrong colour bag, too-bright socks and she gets her favourite novel confiscated for reading it during class. She makes total enemies with the evil Mrs Ho, but she makes total friends with mouth-breather Melly. Then, she meets the gorgeous Seb, loses her entire wardrobe to a hobo and gets branded a sockless trouble-maker. A month with April-May is a one-eyebrow-raised account of a teenager's trials and tribulations as she navigates a new school, a new family situation and a whole new way of life.
Ghost night [sound recording], Cornelia Funke.
Eleven-year-old Jon Whitcroft and new friend Ella summon the ghost of Sir William Longspee, who may be able to protect Jon from a group of ghosts that threatens him harm from the day he arrives at Salisbury Cathedral's boarding school.
Constable & Toop [sound recording], Gareth P. Jones.
Who knew that the dead could be so bothersome? Sam Toop lives in a funeral parlour. While his dad buries the dead, Sam is haunted by their constant demands for attention. Trouble is afoot on the 'otherside' - there is a horrible disease that is mysteriously imprisoning ghosts into empty houses in the world of the living. And Sam is caught in the middle.
Running from the rainbow [sound recording], Karen McCombie.
Rosie Roberts has a secret. So when she moves to a new school, she's desperate not to draw too much attention to herself. But things aren't so easy when your Mum is the popular new teacher everyone is talking about.
Binny for short [sound recording], Hilary McKay.
Binny's life has been difficult since her father died and her dreadful old Aunt Violet disposed of her beloved dog, Max. Her world changed then, to a city flat with not enough space for her Mum, her big sister Clem and her small brother James. Definitely no room for a pet. Then one day Aunt Violet dies, leaving a small cottage in Cornwall to Binny and her family. Binny finds herself in a new world once more, full of sunshine and freedom and Gareth, the enemy-next-door and the ideal companion for dangerous dares. But Max is still lost in the past, and and it seems impossible that she'll ever find him again.
Frankly, Ruby, I don't give a damn [sound recording], Claire O'Brien.
One day, I, Cordelia Codd, am going to be the greatest costume designer in the history of cinema. I will live in exotic places, have fabulous friends and spend my days relaxing at the spa. But for now I'm stuck in the dullest village on planet Earth.
Fright forest [sound recording], Marcus Sedgwick.
Raven Boy has short black spiky hair, amazing night vision and can talk to animals. Elf Girl is light of foot, sharp of mind and…elfish all over. She hadn't expected to meet Raven Boy; it's not that often someone falls out of the trees and squashes your home flat. Before they know it they are plunged into some very strange, creepy, altogether spooky and hilarious adventures as they save their world from trolls, ogres, witches and things that slither and slide in the fiendish forest.
The dreadful dragon [sound recording], Kaye Umansky.
Ronald the Magnificent is the youngest wizard in the Wizards' Club. The trouble is, he is not a very good wizard and all the others tease him terribly. They don't even let him have his own chair. What Ronald needs is a pet so at least somebody is on his side. But pets are not allowed, so Ronald has to magic his pet up in secret. And when he does get his pet, it is not as easily controlled as Ronald would have liked.
Queenie [sound recording], Jacqueline Wilson.
1953, England. Elizabeth is to be crowned Queen of England, but Elsie Kettle and her grandmother both fall ill with tuberculosis. Elsie is whisked away to a hospital where she is confined to bed for months and misses her beloved Nan desperately. However, in the hospital she makes friends, including Queenie, the hospital's majestic white cat.
Pugwash and the sea monster [sound recording], John Ryan.
Cut throat Jake and his ugly crew are busy celebrating on Cactus Island, surrounded by their stolen treasure. So they are caught off guard when Captain Pugwash and his men arrive disguised as a sea monster.
Evie the swan sister [sound recording], Amber Castle.
Evie, the Swan Sister is imprisoned in an enchanted stable, but when the girls try to rescue her, they are faced with a stampede of enchanted horses.
Grace the sea sister [sound recording], Amber Castle.
When eleven-year-old Gwen ventures into the forest beyond her castle home she comes across the magical island of Avalon and her life changes forever. The lady of the lake, Nineve, asks Gwen to embark on a quest to protect the enchanted island of Avalon from the evil sorceress Morgana Le Fay. Morgana has imprisoned the eight Spell Sisters of Avalon throughout the kingdom and stolen their magical powers. It's up to Gwen, her best friend Flora and a very special horse named Moonlight to find the sisters and return them to Avalon before its magic is lost forever. In their fifth adventure Gwen and Flora face stormy seas and dangerous cliff-climbs to save Grace the Sea Sister from Morgana's spell.
Lily the forest sister [sound recording], Amber Castle.
When eleven-year-old Gwen ventures into the forest beyond her castle home she comes across the magical island of Avalon and her life changes forever. The lady of the lake, Nineve, asks Gwen to embark on a quest to protect the enchanted island of Avalon from the evil sorceress Morgana Le Fay. Morgana has imprisoned the eight Spell Sisters of Avalon throughout the kingdom and stolen their magical powers. It's up to Gwen, her best friend Flora and a very special horse named Moonlight to find the sisters and return them to Avalon before its magic is lost forever. In this second adventure Gwen and Flora are faced with a swarm of hornets and enchanted vines as they try to rescue Lily the Forest Sister. Can they overcome Morgana's magic and return Lily to Avalon?
Magic toyshop. My magical teddy & other stories [sound recording], Jessie Little.
The Hoozles are not ordinary toys. When they find a special friend, they all come to life! In Ragbag Friends, Croc is up to something - he's making strange Hoozles out of bits and bobs for the Summertown Fair. Can Willow help the raggedy toys find loving homes? In The Rabbit Rescue, naughty Croc is causing trouble again. And this time poor Smooches needs help! Can Willow and her Hoozle friends lend a hand? In Treasure Island Trouble, Willow can't wait to go to Smuggler's Cove. But Croc has secretly come too! Will he spoil their plan to find treasure? And in My Magical Teddy, Wobbly the lion Hoozle bear needs help - nasty Croc has stolen his pocket heart! Can Willow and her Hoozle friends come to the rescue?
The curse of the jelly babies [sound recording] ; &, The dreaded noodle-doodles, Karen McCombie
Next-door neighbours Ruby and Jackson get the surprise of their lives when they discover a Thing living at the bottom of their gardens! In The Curse of the Jelly Babies, Thing places a curse on the inhabitants of the new house that's been built over his old home. Ruby and Jackson find themselves up to their eyeballs in jellybabies, magic and BIG trouble… In The Dreaded Noodle Doodles, Thing is cute, and funny, but sometimes when he's upset he gets a bit ARRGHH! And that's when the trouble starts. When he comes to school, Ruby and Jackson find themselves mixed up in a terrible tangle of noodle-doodles!
The legend of the Loch Ness lilo ; & The mummy that went moo [sound recording], Karen McCombie.
Ruby and Jackson get the surprise of their lives when they discover a Thing living at the bottom of their gardens. But Thing is cute, and funny, even if sometimes when he's upset he gets a bit ARRGHH! And that's when the trouble starts. Like the time he goes to a pool party, and Ruby and Jackson find themselves face to face with an enormous inflatable monster.
Or like the time Ruby and Jackson sneak Thing along with them on a school trip to the museum. In case you're wondering, it goes very, badly wrong.
Lulu and the rabbit next door and other stories [sound recording], Hilary McKay.
Big fright [sound recording], A.B. Saddlewick.
When Maud meets her crazy new classmates, she is in for a monstrous surprise! What will Maud do when she discovers what kind of place Rotwood School really is?
Spooky sports day [sound recording], A.B. Saddlewick.
When a spell goes wrong, it looks as though Rotwood School's sports day will be ruined! Can Maud save the day and keep her beloved school's Monstrous secret safe?
The chocolate dog [sound recording], Holly Webb.
Amy already has one naughty little sister, so why do her parents need another baby? Will there be any room left for Amy? At least she has her dog, Choc. He makes Amy feel like she's the most important person in the world. But can Choc help Amy to see that…
The secret puppy [sound recording], Holly Webb.
When Daisy arrives at the farm campsite where her family is spending her summer holiday, she discovers that the farm dog has just had puppies! Daisy can't help falling in love with Barney, the smallest of the litter of German Shepherd pups and soon the pair are inseparable. Daisy longs to take Barney home with her. Will she find a way to persuade Mum and Dad to let her keep him?
The snow bear [sound recording], Holly Webb.
As the snow begins to fall just days before Christmas, Grandad helps Sara build an igloo in the garden, and Sara sculpts a small polar bear to watch over it. And what could be more exciting than sleeping outside under the stars? But when Sara awakes in the middle of the night, she finds the igloo is no longer in the garden but lost in a world of ice and her snow bear has transformed into a real live polar bear cub. Sara and the cub set out on an enchanted journey through the wilderness will they ever find their way home?
The snow bear [sound recording], Holly Webb.
As the snow begins to fall just days before Christmas, Grandad helps Sara build an igloo in the garden, and Sara sculpts a small polar bear to watch over it. And what could be more exciting than sleeping outside under the stars? But when Sara awakes in the middle of the night, she finds the igloo is no longer in the garden but lost in a world of ice and her snow bear has transformed into a real live polar bear cub. Sara and the cub set out on an enchanted journey through the wilderness will they ever find their way home?
Dinosaur scramble [sound recording], Jeanne Willis.
When Mrs Stigson has an egg there is great rejoicing - Darwin always wanted someone to play with. But leaving mad Uncle Loops in charge of egg-sitting is not a good idea. On her return, Mrs Stigson is certain that it is not the egg she laid. Darwin's determined to get to the bottom of it and suspects a certain gangster T. Rex is behind the swap. But which is the 'real' stegosaurus egg? And what will stop Flint Beastwood from smashing it on his wedding day?
Dinosaurs in disguise [sound recording], Jeanne Willis.
A new dinosaur causes fresh havoc with the carnivores, but the herbivores are more worried about Darwin. He's gone missing, and as the two groups descend on No Man's Land, it's bound to end in disaster.

Into Reading

Fly Guy and the Frankenfly, Tedd Arnold.
Buzz has a nightmare that his best friend Fly Guy has created a gigantic Frankenfly monster.
Attack of the clones, written by Elizabeth Dowsett.
Features characters such as Obi Wan Kenobi and his young apprentice Anakin Skywalker. This title tells the story of young Anakin Skywalker and his developing relationship with Senator Padme Amidala, as well as brave Obi Wan Kenobi on his mission to unearth a conspiracy plot and the forming of a battle droid army by ex-Jedi knight Count Dooku.
Revenge of the Sith, written by Elizabeth Dowsett.
Features characters such as Anakin Skywalker and Queen Amidala. This title tells the tale of how Anakin Skywalker goes from being a noble Jedi to the evil Darth Vader, a Sith lord with a black heart.
Car goes far, Michael Garland.
After an adventure, a shiny, clean car is in desperate need of a wash.
Poppy the pirate dog's new shipmate, Liz Kessler ; illustrated by Mike Phillips.
Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey. Poppy is not very happy to discover that she is getting a new shipmate a kitten called George. She's sure he'll be stealing her pirate treasure, taking her favourite spot by the fire, and generally causing trouble. What's a pirate dog to do?
Sophie's dance class, Angela McAllister ; illustrated by Margaret Chamberlain.
Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey. Sophie loves to dance. She dreams of being a ballerina, and when she receives ballet lessons for her birthday, she hopes her wish to be a real dancer one day might really come true.
Shannon the ocean fairy, Daisy Meadows.
Best friends Rachel and Kirsty are visiting the seaside. But Jack Frost has stolen three enchanted pearls from Shannon the Ocean Fairy. If the girls can't help Shannon, all oceans will be ruined forever!
Joe and Sparky go to school, Jamie Michalak ; illustrated by Frank Remkiewicz.
The mismatched pals accidentally latch onto a big yellow bus and leave the cageless zoo for their first trip to school.
Shumba's big adventure, Lauren St John ; illustrated by Lorna Hussey.
Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey. Shumba is the naughtiest lion cub in the whole of Africa. When he sneaks off one night to go exploring, he finds himself on a boat going all the way to England with gorillas, snakes, monkeys, zebras and parrots. And that's just the start of his adventure! A heartwarming Early Reader story from the author of the White Giraffe quartet, which brings Africa and its animals to life for the youngest readers.
Algy's amazing adventures in the Arctic, Kaye Umansky ; illustrated by Richard Watson.
Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey. Algy can't wait to see what world is waiting for him at the bottom of the garden this time. But when his best friend Cherry shows up with her little brother Brad in tow, he is not impressed. Everyone knows small children just cry and break other people's toys. What use is Brad going to be on an adventure? But in a snowy Arctic world, where monsters lurk and giant footprints lead into the mountains, Algy discovers there might be more to Brad than meets the eye.

Non-Fiction

Breakfast on Mars : and 37 other delectable essays, Rebecca Stern & Brad Wolfe.
Swim : the story of Hinemoa and Tūtānekai, retold by Chris Szekely ; illustrated by Andrew Burdan.
"This Te Arawa Māori traditional story tells of two lovers forbidden to meet who find a way to be together. In the legend, Hinemoa lives by Lake Rotorua and Tūtānekai on the island, Mokoia. Hinemoa falls in love when Tūtānekai plays the flute, but Hinemoa's father considers him unsuitable. They vow to be together, and every night on the island, Tūtānekai plays his flute to guide Hinemoa to him. With no canoe, Hinemoa must swim the lake with mystical creatures in it to be with Tūtānekai…. A sophisticated picture book" — Publisher information.
Tāhoe : he pakiwaitara mo Hinemoa raua ko Tūtānekai, ko te korero na Chris Szekely ; ko nga pikitia na Andrew Burdan ; ko te whakamaori na Scotty Morrison.
"This Te Arawa Māori traditional story tells of two lovers forbidden to meet who find a way to be together. In the legend, Hinemoa lives by Lake Rotorua and Tūtānekai on the island, Mokoia. Hinemoa falls in love when Tūtānekai plays the flute, but Hinemoa's father considers him unsuitable. They vow to be together, and every night on the island, Tūtānekai plays his flute to guide Hinemoa to him. With no canoe, Hinemoa must swim the lake with mystical creatures in it to be with Tūtānekai…. A sophisticated picture book" — Publisher information.
Improving problem solving skills for ages 10-11, Andrew Brodie.
Improving Problem Solving Skills is a 5 book series which provides repeated, differentiated practice of solving word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Improving problem solving skills for ages 5-7, Andrew Brodie.
Improving Problem Solving Skills is a 5 book series which provides repeated, differentiated practice of solving word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Improving problem solving skills for ages 7-8, Andrew Brodie.
Improving Problem Solving Skills is a 5 book series which provides repeated, differentiated practice of solving word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Improving problem solving skills for ages 8-9, Andrew Brodie.
Improving Problem Solving Skills is a 5 book series which provides repeated, differentiated practice of solving word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Improving problem solving skills for ages 9-10, Andrew Brodie.
Improving Problem Solving Skills is a 5 book series which provides repeated, differentiated practice of solving word problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
Beyond the solar system : exploring galaxies, black holes, alien planets, and more : a history with 21 activities, Mary Kay Carson.
Tracing the evolution of humankind's pursuit of astronomical knowledge, this resource looks deep into the furthest reaches of space. Children will follow along as the realization that the Earth is not at the center of the universe leads all the way up to recent telescopic proof of planets orbiting stars outside the solar system. In addition to its engaging history, this book contains 21 hands-on projects to further explore the subjects discussed. Readers will build a three-dimensional representation of the constellation Orion.
Weather, Penelope Arlon and Tory Gordon-Harris.
Weather is packed with up-to-the-minute information about what happens and why. Eyewitness accounts from around the globe tell you how it really feels to get caught in the world's worst weather.
Whose egg? a lift-the-flap book, illustrated by Guy Troughton ; [text by Lynette Evans].
Identifies the eggs from eight different animals, describing their coloring, where they are laid, and how they hatch, and encourages readers to match the eggs with their corresponding animals.
What's up with Tim? Medikidz explain severe asthma, authors, Kim Chilman-Blair & Shawn deLoache ; peer reviewed by Andrew Bush & Rola Abou Taam.
What's up with Ashleigh? Medikidz explain Type 1 Diabetes, written by Kim Chilman-Blair and Shawn deLoache ; peer reviewed by Yolaine St. Louis, Peter Hindmarch and John
What's up with Ryan's mum? Medikidz explain multiple sclerosis, written by Kim Chilman-Blair & Ian Rimmer ; additional material by Shawn deLoache ; peer reviewed by Alexander Burnfield … [et al.].
Medikidz explain what's up with Jason?, written by Kim Chilman-Blair and Tony Lee ; peer reviewed by Ashraf Hassen Coovadia … [et al.].
Healing days : a guide for kids who have experienced trauma, Susan Farber Straus ; illustrated by Maria Bogade.
This story follows a child who has had an unspecified bad thing happen that is difficult to reveal, and is causing much distress. The child is given effective ways to deal with her/his feelings (strategies based on trauma-focused cognitive behavioral approaches) and begins to recover from the experience.
Fire engine, Annabel Savery.
Working Wheels takes a look at the exciting world of working machines and the jobs that they do. Fire engines rush to help people when there are fires and accidents. They carry life-saving equipment on board.
Fast and furious.
Packed with vehicle facts and statistics including newest, biggest and costliest, this is a guide to the fastest machines on earth. It features the world's fastest cars, planes, superbikes and boats. With photography and eye-catching design, it is suitable for fact-hungry readers everywhere.
Truck, Annabel Savery.
Working Wheels takes a look at the exciting world of working machines and the jobs that they do. Trucks carry heavy loads over long distances.
Wearable wonders, Fifi Colston.
"An introduction to the World of Wearable Art Awards with history and examples, interviews, photographs etc., in a workbook which details how to make your own Wearable Art creation using various art and craft techniques" — Publisher information.
Me haere!, written by Sharon Holt ; illustrated by Deborah Hinde.
The story and song are about vehicles and colours with phrases such as I am going by orange truck. Listening to the song while reading the book will help readers match sounds with words and actions. The book contains a pictorial glossary, English lyrics for the song, guitar chords and a list of extension ideas for parents and teachers.
Things to make and do with your children : 150 activities that you and your child will love, Myleene Klass.
Packed full of stories, rhymes, activities and advice, Myleene Klass' Things to make and do with your children will be the best ever book for 2- to 5-year-olds. Published as a big bumper book, this fabulous full-colour edition will be perfect for parents and children to enjoy together.
Packing a bag for Mars : selected poems with notes for teachers and encouragement for beginning writers, James Norcliffe ; illustrations by Jenny Cooper.
James Norcliffe's exemplary poems and Jenny Cooper's witty illustrations reveal what most teachers and nearly all pupils secretly know - that poetry can be fun to read and fun to write. For the most part they are easily accessible but in case they do puzzle and perplex at times, there are explanatory notes and a guide to the main writing techniques used. Even better, there is a helpful interview with a friendly author and a writing prompt with each poem, to encourage you to pack your own bag for Mars - or anywhere else that poetry may take you.
Zahnee's story : achieving my dream, Zahnee Riley-Campbell.
Six-year old Zahnee tells the story of how she's achieved her dream of riding a horse in a Ribbon Day despite living with Phaces Syndrome, Haemangioma Tumour and Asperger's Syndrome.
Women aviators : 26 stories of pioneer flights, daring missions, and record-setting journeys, Karen Bush Gibson.
Detailing the role of women in aviation, from the very first days of flight to the present, this rich exploration of the subject profiles 26 women pilots who sought out and met challenges both in the sky and on the ground. Divided into six chronologically arranged sections, this book composes a mini-history of aviation. Learn about pioneers such as Katherine Wright, called by many the "Third Wright Brother," and Baroness Raymonde de Laroche of France, the first woman awarded a license to fly.

Older Fiction

Shortz : stories from Kapiti, illustrated by Celeste Fontein.
Twenty-one stories, all of which are set in Kapiti.
The Grunts all at sea, Philip Ardagh ; illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
Mr Grunt's a man with a mission. He has to get a Person of Great Importance (or POGI) to someone called Mrs Bayliss by the twenty-fifth; alive and well. And he can't tell anyone more than that, not even his lovely wife, Mrs Grunt, because there will be people trying to snatch the POGI and so the POGI must be transported in secret.
The child's elephant, Rachel Campbell-Johnston.
When a baby elephant is left orphaned on the African savannah, Bat, a young herdsboy, takes her home and cares for her. And there are rumours born on the wind; frightening stories of kidnapping and suffering and war. Bat and his closest friend, Muka, are catapulted into a new life of unimaginable terror. Now memories of their village world feel so far away. Will the bond between elephant and child remain strong enough to save them?
Space blasters, Philip Caveney.
The mysterious Mr Lazarus has helped Kip and his father completely change the fortunes of the small local cinema they own and run but now Stephanie a local journalist is sniffing around, wanting to know how he's done it. With the launch party for the huge space adventure movie, "Space Blasters", approaching, Kip is desperate to keep Stephanie away. But when Mr Lazarus himself ends up stuck inside the film at the mercy of the evil Emperor Zarkan, Kip has no choice. He has to go in after him to a galaxy far, far away.
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's library, Chris Grabenstein.
Twelve-year-old Kyle gets to stay overnight in the new town library, designed by his hero (the famous gamemaker Luigi Lemoncello), with other students but finds that come morning he must work with friends to solve puzzles in order to escape.
Bo at Ballard Creek, Kirkpatrick Hill ; illustrations by LeUyen Pham.
It's the 1920s, and Bo was headed for an Alaska orphanage when she won the hearts of two tough gold miners who set out to raise her, enthusiastically helped by all the kind people of the nearby Eskimo village.
Project Huia, Des Hunt.
"Logan's grandfather grew up near Palmerston North in the 1940s. One day, he and his sister Mavis spotted a beautiful and unusual bird in the kowhai tree outside their house: it was a huia bird, which was believed to be extinct. The bird flew away, and in an attempt to photograph it they managed to track it deep into the Manawatū Gorge. It was a dangerous journey through two train tunnels, made even more so when the horrible Carson boys got wind of their mission and decided to try and find the huia first so they could shoot it and sell its highly valuable feathers. More than 60 years later, 11-year-old Logan has returned to the Manawatu with Grandpop and a scientist to try and solve the mystery of what happened to the huia that he and Mavis found all those years ago." — Publisher information.
Tallstar's revenge, Erin Hunter.
As a young warrior, Talltail's life is marred by a tragedy that fills his heart with bitterness. He sets off on a dangerous path in search of revenge far outside the bounds of the warrior code.
Saving Thanehaven, Catherine Jinks.
Set in a computer game, a knight is swayed away from the game's rules by the promise of winning the affections of a princess and ending his life of
Listening for Lucca, Suzanne LaFleur.
Siena sees what isn't there; collects what's left behind. 'Lucca led me to his room, and then just stood in the middle, waiting for me to notice something'. Her brother Lucca is three and hasn't spoken for over a year. The doctors think he needs a fresh start, that's why her family left Brooklyn.
How I survived bullies, broccoli, and Snake Hill, James Patterson and Chris Tebbetts.
When Rafe Khatchadorian is sent to Camp Wannamorra, he teams up with his bunk mates to fend off the more "popular" kids' plans to ruin their summer.
The burning shadow, Michelle Paver.
Gods and Warriors is a breathtaking adventure series set in the Greek Bronze Age: a time of chieftains, chariots and ancient magic when the lowliest goatherd could rise to become a hero.
The mouse with the question mark tail : a novel, Richard Peck ; illustrated by Kelly Murphy.
A very small mouse of unknown origins runs away from school in the Royal Mews of Buckingham Palace shortly before the celebration of Queen Victoria's diamond jubilee, celebrating her sixty years on the British throne.
Mirage, Jenn Reese.
The desert is no place for ocean-dwelling Kampii like Aluna and Hoku, especially now that Aluna has secretly started growing her tail.
The bully chip, Glenn Wood.
Callum thought things would be better after he and his friends defeated the evil mastermind Lester Smythe, but his world has just begun to crumble. A year later Callum, Sophie and Jinx are having problems with the new kids at Thanxton High. The bullies seem to be targeting them, and the friends soon discover they're in the middle of a dangerous plot for revenge. Who's behind it? And what is the bully chip.

Picture Books

Hello, dinosaur : a lift-the-flap dino book, DwellStudio.
Simple text invites the reader to look under lift-up flaps to find various hiding dinosaurs.
Moomin's very big lift-the-flap book.
Learn and play in Moominvalley! Lift the flaps on every page of this giant board book and meet the Moomins, discover colours and numbers, and also find first words. And then, after a busy, happy day, say goodnight to the Moominhouse until tomorrow when you can do it all again!
Oh no!.
An owl is up in a tree and hasn't noticed the cat licking its lips down below. Oh no!
Squeak, squeak!.
With added textures, elements, bold patterns and engaging baby photographs, Baby's day! is perfect for inquisitive babies.
The wheels on the bus, based on the creation of James Dean.
Pete the cat's school day is recounted in this twist on the classic song.
Count the monkeys, Mac Barnett, Kevin Cornell.
The reader is invited to count the animals that have frightened the monkeys off the pages.
Good night, trucks : a bedtime book, Brian Biggs.
Good Night, Trucks: A Bedtime Book is the latest board book in Brian Biggs's acclaimed Everything Goes series all about vehicles on land, in the air, and by sea. Good Night, Trucks is the perfect way for a truck-loving kid to end the day. As the sky darkens and the streetlights come on, all kinds of trucks are wished good night: fire trucks, monster trucks, dump trucks, and even ice cream trucks. Bold, bright colors and playful details make this just right for the littlest vehicle lovers.
Noah Dreary, Aaron Blabey.
It's an expression we've all heard many times, but talented author/illustrator, Aaron Blabey, takes it to another extreme in this hilarious story about a boy who discovers the very real consequences of his continual complaining. And even then, it seems it will only take a catastrophic event to bring Noah back to his senses.
The very brave bear, Nick Bland.
The Very Cranky Bear is back, and this time he's facing Boris Buffalo in a battle of bravery! But will something surprising send them both fleeing through the forest? Vibrant illustrations and a fun, engaging story make the book perfect for reading aloud.
I am not a copycat! featuring Hugo and Bella, Ann Bonwill & Simon Rickerty.
Hugo is getting ready before he sets out to practise his water ballet routine at the local swimming pool. Bella, annoyingly, is copying everything he does. She even picks out the same outfit as Hugo hat, goggles, water wings, flippers and gingham costume. Hrmph! Bella continues to copy Hugo once they're in the water, adding to his infuriation. But then a poolside bird and hippo rush to take a photo of Hugo and Bella's fabulous routine, swimming in perfect harmony. And the copying that caused all the friction is now something to be proud of! Hugo and Bella head straight for the ice-cream parlour to celebrate but will they choose the same flavour or will they both want something different? With wonderfully quirky illustrations from new talent Simon Rickerty and a great read-aloud text, this is a made-for-sharing picture book.
The royal baby, Tony Bradman and Tony Ross.
Everyone is thrilled when it's announced that their favourite princess is going to have a baby. Speculation starts immediately. What will the baby be like? Will it be a boy or a girl tall or short? Will it be hairy like the old king? Or sporty and fearless like the knights? The questions go on and on as the Princess grows larger. But soon the Prince and the Princess don't mind anymore. They know that they will love their baby whatever it is like. Set in a timeless kingdom, this is an irreverently funny and heart-warming story that celebrates the joy and excitement of a new baby.
Russell, Grunt and Snort, Jason Chapman.
Russell, Grunt and Snort are three pigs with a plan. They're fed up with the farm, so they escape in search of a better life. But the big wide world holds much more danger than these plucky pigs have banked on it'll take quick thinking and a lot of luck to save their bacon!
The day the crayons quit, Drew Daywalt ; pictures by Oliver Jeffers.
Debut author Drew Daywalt and international bestseller Oliver Jeffers team up to create a colourful solution to a crayon- based crisis in this playful, imaginative story that will have children laughing and playing with their crayons in a whole new way. Poor Duncan just wants to colour in. But when he opens his box of crayons, he only finds letters, all saying the same thing: We quit! Beige is tired of playing second fiddle to Brown, Blue needs a break from colouring in all that water, while Pink just wants to be used. Green has no complaints, but Orange and Yellow are no longer speaking to each other. The battle lines have been drawn. What is Duncan to do?
Llama llama shopping drama, written and illustrated by Anna Dewdney.
This award-winning rhyming story is part of a New York Times bestselling series which includes Llama Llama Red Pyjama. Perfect for preschoolers and a joy to read aloud. Sales of the books stand at over 1 million copies. Mama has just a little shopping to do but Llama Llama isn't happy at all! He wants to be playing, not shopping and soon everything is flying out of the shopping cart! It's another llama drama. Can Mama Llama fix it?
On the move, graphics by Emma Dodd and Mike Jolley.
Have fun and amaze baby with this book of cars, boats and trains that move magically before your eyes.
Hairy Maclary, hide and seek : a lift the flap book, Lynley Dodd.
"In this lift-the-flap book the loveable and mischievous Hairy Maclary is hiding from the neighbourhood cats. But then he comes nose-to-nose with Scarface Claw, the toughest tom in town" — Publisher information.
Hank finds an egg, Rebecca Dudley.
Hank finds an egg on the ground while walking in the woods, discovers the nest from which it fell, and tries his best to return it.
Twinkle, twinkle, squiglet pig, Joyce Dunbar, Tim Hopgood.
Once, in a place at the bottom of the ocean that is deeper, darker, further, wetter, colder, lonelier than anything you can imagine, lived a piglet squid. Piglet Squid spends all day smiling his big, dreamy, happy smile but his friends in the deep are always so woebegone. One day, Piglet Squid embarks on a quest to find something magical to show them all. A quirky deep-sea adventure about a plucky little creature, determined to show his friends that there are wondrous things to smile about if you look hard enough. Twinkle, Twinkle, Squiglet Pig is inspired by a real animal, normally found more than 320 feet below the surface of the ocean. The unusual pattern of skin pigmentation in the specimen below means that he is always smiling.
Jeremy, Chris Faille, Danny Snell.
When tiny Jeremy falls out of his nest and is brought home by the family cat, he is only a few days old. Luckily, Jeremy is a fighter. As the weeks go by he grows stronger and stronger, until the time comes to say goodbye.
Mr Darcy the dancing duck, written by Alex Field ; illustrated by Peter Carnavas.
We all know Mr Darcy is too proud to dance. Will he give in to his pride and take a turn around the Maypole with Lizzy?
Possum magic. Animals, Mem Fox, Julie Vivas.
Now even the youngest readers can get to know some of the adorable Australian animals in Possum Magic. Children and parents will love this variation on a timeless favourite. Possum Magic has been voted by booksellers as Australia's best-selling children's picture book.
Superkid, written by Claire Freedman ; illustrated by Sarah McIntyre.
With x-ray vision, super speed and bravery by the bag-load, Superkid is always on hand to save the day! He can spot bullies trying to steal your bubblegum, and he can make even pirates surrender.
Baby animals, written by Charlie Gardner.
Young readers are challenged to identify baby animals through hints and peeks at body parts through die-cut pages.
Farm, written by Charlier Gardner.
Young readers learn about farm animals through textured tabs and pages.
Somebody's house, Katrina Germein & Anthea Stead.
Best-selling picture book author Katrina Germein writes stories that delight children and adults alike.
Mommy! Mommy!, Taro Gomi.
Follow two chicks on a search through the barnyard for their mother hen.
Archie's holiday, Domenica More Gordon.
Archie goes on holiday.
My first book of letters, Alain Gree.
This title is suitable for ages 0-2 years. In this delightful series of books, under GMC's exciting new imprint, Button Books, Alain Gree's stunning vintage illustrations leap out from every page.
Yobbos do yoga, Phillip Gwynne and Andrew Joyner.
The neighbours have moved out and now there is no one living next door u no music, no yowling cat, no howls of laughter. Peace and quiet at last, so Dad can do his yoga and be happy. Then Tubby, Ferret and King Wally Kahuna move in a They love throwing parties and playing air guitar. They have dogs and cats and bad hair. Worst of all, they are yobbos!
ABCs, Charley Harper.
Charley's illustrations make learning A is for Ape, B is for Bird, and C is for Crab memorable and fun.
Catch that rat!, Caryl Hart and Tom McLaughlin.
A funny and zany caper that will take you up the chimney, all round town and out into space!
Mummy, baby!, [Beth Harwood ; graphics by Emma Dodd and Mike Jolley].
Slide the sliders to reveal some wonderful mummies and their own amazing babies!
Spot says please, Eric Hill.
Spot Says Please by Eric Hill: a brand new story all about manners Spot and his friends are learning that being polite is a rewarding experience.
Rocket's mighty words, Tad Hills.
The little yellow bird teaches Rocket some simple words.
Angelina and the new baby, Katherine Holabird, Helen Craig.
Angelina is so excited by the arrival of a new baby, Polly, and can't wait to be a big sister. But Angelina's family spend so much time doting on the baby that Angelina soon feels left out and forgotten.
Big!, Tim Hopgood.
Brings an endearing little boy to life as he contrasts himself with an ant, a bear and an elephant. The boy grows throughout the story, and by the end he's bigger than his best friend.
Counting in the garden, written by Emily Hruby ; illustrated by Patrick Hruby.
Count how many things are in the garden.
The Lilac Ladies, Jenny Hughes, illustrated by Jonathan Bentley.
The Iilac ladies Nelly, Ida, Rose and Maisie are as close as the 'prickles on a porcupine' and enjoy their golden years together. Nelly is their rock and pinnacle to much of their fun. However, the ladies must learn to love life without her.
One little fantail, written by Anne Hunter ; illustrated by Dave Gunson.
Meet New Zealand's beautiful birds, from the friendly fantail to the playful kea and the morepork, wide awake at night. Anne Hunter's delightful rhyming story introduces young readers to a number of New Zealand birds, named in both English and Māori, and beautifully illustrated by Dave Gunson.
Wanda and Dragonfly, Anna Hymas.
Wanda thinks that night is much too exciting to spend it in bed, so she and her friend Dragonfly set off on an adventure that sees them rocketing to the moon, rowing on the high seas and discovering pink-spotted kangaroos on unchartered islands.
Animals : a high contrast board book, [illustrated by Holly Jackman].
A high contrast book about animals to share with your baby.
Faces : a high contrast board book, [illustrated by Holly Jackman].
A high contrast book about faces to share with your baby.
On the go : a high contrast board book, [illustrated by Holly Jackman].
A high contrast book about vehicles and other types of transportation to share with your baby.
Words : a high contrast board book, [illustrated by Holly Jackman].
A high contrast book to share with your baby to teach them easy first words.
Taniwha, Taniwha, words and pictures by Robyn Kahukiwa.
Taniwha, Taniwha, nā Robyn Kahukiwa ngā kupu me ngā whakaahua (he mihi nui kia Kiwa Hammond kaitohutohu reo Māori) ; nā Riki Kahukiwa i whakamāori (he mihi nui kia Paora).
Follow the little fish, Olivier Latyk.
The second title in this new series of bold, graphic books for toddlers tells the story of a goldfish who escapes his bowl and has a big adventure. He shoots down pipes, surfs on waves and even swims nervously through shipwrecks! Little ones learning to vocalise will love to try the fun sound-words on each page, and simple first concepts are introduced with opposites appearing on every spread.
Aussie animal opposites, Elizabeth Lea ; illustrated by Elizabeth Faul.
See the quiet quokka rocking her baby to sleep and the noisy numbat banging on the drums. Watch the energetic emu winning her race and the lazy lizard lounging in the sun (with his sunscreen on, of course). Have fun with words and their opposites in Aussie Animal Opposites and see what these 24 Aussie animals get up to.
The frog who lost his underpants, Juliette MacIver ; illustrated by Cat Chapman.
Will Froggy's new friends be able to find his lost underpants? Hopping through the jungle, this way, that way. Frog is in a frenzy, scattering the ants. Teddy s looking too now, this place, that place. Will they ever find those jolly underpants?
The things I can do, Jeff Mack.
A boy shows a book he has made about all of the things he can do for himself, from making his own lunch to fixing his own toys.
The green bath, Margaret Mahy ; illustrated by Steven Kellogg.
Sammy's mother tells him to forget about adventures and get cleaned up for his grandmother's visit, but the new bathtub Sammy's father brought home seems determined to have an adventure of its own.
How to be a cat, Nikki McClure.
Cut-paper illustrations and single words of text show a kitten's attempts to imitate an adult cat's mastery of such skills as stretching and stalking.
There is a monster under my bed who farts, Tim Miller + Matt Stanton.
Everyone says, 'It wasn't me!' but what if it really wasn't you? What if it was the monster who lives under your bed? How much trouble can one little monster cause? From two amazing new talents comes a hilarious picture book that's guaranteed to be a runaway hit with both young and old.
The dance teacher, words by Simon Milne ; pictures by Chantal Stewart.
Isabelle loves to dance. She practises her five positions over and over again. But does she have what it takes to achieve her dream, and one day become a prima ballerina? Celebrating the joy of dance and the role inspirational teachers can play in our lives, The Dance Teacher will enchant readers young and old.
If you were a panda bear, Wendell and Florence Minor.
Pictures and rhyming text present some of the many extraordinary things bears can do. Includes facts about bears as well as related websites.
Little Evie in the wild wood, written by Jackie Morris ; illustrated by Catherine Hyde.
Little Evie ventures into the wild woods with her basket of jam tarts and walks further and further into the trees, far from home.
Parachute, Danny Parker, Matt Ottley.
It is the first thing he puts on each morning. It gives him the courage to deal with all kinds of tricky situations, such as getting out of bed, sliding off a chair, and riding his bike. But sometimes someone else's trouble can be greater than your own, and this is what Toby discovers one day. This powerful and fantastical story about a fearful child finding his independence is from the author and illustrator of Tree: A little story about big things.
Can I come too?, Brian Patten & Nicola Bayley.
A very small mouse decided it wanted to have a very big adventure. "I'll go and find the biggest creature in the world," it thought. Along the way it meets many different animals and when at last they find the biggest creature, the little mouse feels a great sense of achievement.
My Dinosaur dad, Ruth Paul.
This dad is spiky. This dad is prickly. This dad is knobbly. This dad is tickly. This dad is gentle. This dad is kind. Dads come in all shapes and sizes, but which one is the best?
Jack's amazing shadow, Tom Percival.
Jack and his amazing magical shadow are the very best of friends, but sometimes even best friends fall out. This lively story is perfect for anyone who's ever wondered what their shadow gets up to when they're not looking.
Dinosaurs do too!, Katherine Redfern ; illustrated by Ali Pye.
When one dinosaur-mad little boy pays a visit to the dinosaur museum, a wonderful flight of fancy follows as he imagines all the ways that he is just like his favourite creatures. With fun facts on every page as well as large tabs to pull, wheels to turn and a giant T-Rex on the final, fold-out page, Dinosaurs Do Too is guaranteed to delight young dinosaur fans everywhere!
Omar the strongman, Gregory Rogers.
Omar is very busy as the new odd job man at Circus La Fleur, and he loves to watch the stars practise during his lunch break. Would Omar ever have an act of his own?
The dragon hunters, words by James Russell ; pictures by Link Choi.
When a passing dragon flies off with their family dog, brothers Flynn and Paddy go to the rescue. Suggested level: junior, primary.
Axel Scheffler's flip flap farm.
What do you get if you cross a pig with a turkey? Why, that would be a purkey! And a sheep with a rabbit? That would be a shabbit, of course! A very silly but absolutely compelling book that will charm the whole family. My fleece is fluffy, soft and white it's used to make warm wool. And when the farmer shears it off, you might get three bags full!
Don't do that, Dexter! : a lift-the-flap book for busy toddlers, David Sim.
Dexter is always getting into mischief! At home and at nursery he's always doing the wrong thing, but finally he finds something he's good at: sharing. This series is all about negotiating the everyday problems that toddlers encounter, and although they don't always get it right, the appealing characters in these books have lots of fun and learn a bit about life along the way.
Safari, Lorena Siminovich.
Turn the pages of the little book nestled inside the bigger one to match the baby animals to their parents, and learn some early concepts along the
Bear's big bottom, Steve Smallman, Emma Yarlett.
Bear was friendly, Bear was sweet, The nicest bear you'd ever meet! With little paws and little feet, And a very big bear bottom! Poor Bear! His bottom is causing chaos Bump! Crash! Splat! Soon Bear is in great big trouble! Can he ever make it up to his friends?
Trumpety trump!, written by Steve Smallman ; illustrated by Adria Meserve.
Elliott Elephant is so busy having fun that he stops thinking about his friends he charges and barges, he belly-flops into the water with an almighty splash, and he even toot-toots from both ends! A riotous rhyming picture book full of humour with a very important lesson about friendship.
I have two homes, Marian De Smet, Nynke Talsma.
A young girl named Nina recounts her feelings about her parents' divorce and describes what it is like to live in two households in this touching picture book. Everything is different from the way it was, and sometimes the behaviour of the adults around her is upsetting to Nina. This honest, uncomplicated account of divorce from a child's point of view will reassure and comfort young readers who are experiencing the changes that divorce brings to a family.
Max the champion, written by Sean Stockdale and Alexandra Strick ; illustrated by Ros Asquith.
Max is mad about sport. As he gets up, has breakfast and heads off to school he is dreaming of competing in world class sporting events. In his real day he and his class win the school football match, and in his imagination he and his friends are winning the World Cup. This is a lively and fun approach to sport, and a very inclusive picture book showing disabled children and children without disabilities mixing and enjoying different sports in a natural way. The sports include football, rugby, athletics, cricket, diving, discus throwing, cycling.
Fabulous fishes, written and illustrated by Susan Stockdale.
With a simple, rhyming text and brightly colored, richly textured illustrations, Susan Stockdale introduces young readers to different kinds of fish and the underwater world they call home. From the spiky lionfish and the brightly colored clownfish to lantern fishes and hatchet fishes that flash lights so they can find each other in the deepest, darkest parts of the ocean, children will be fascinated by the breadth of sea life depicted. An afterword offers fascinating facts and a closer look at each fish.
The weasel puffin unicorn baboon pig lobster race, James Thorp and Angus Mackinnon.
It's a zany story of a race as feverishly competitive as any held before or since. All manner of dastardly plans and cheats are concocted by the beasts including custard trampolines and banana diggers (the swines!). The Unicorn alone respects the rules. Admirable, yes, but in this weasel-cheats-puffin world what chance of victory does that give him?
That's not my prince, written by Fiona Watt ; illustrated by Rachel Wells.
Following the announcement that there will be a new royal baby, who will be third in line to the throne, this companion to That's Not My Princess is part of the best-selling touchy-feely series. It features rhythmic text, bold, colourful illustrations and tactile patches that is suitable for little children and their parents.
Davy & the duckling, Margaret Wild & Julie Vivas.
When the baby duck hatched, the first thing it saw was Davy. It fluffed its feathers and started following Davy everywhere. Around the farmyard, under the apple trees and all the way home.
Lenny goes to nursery school, Ken Wilson-Max.
It's Lenny's first day at playschool and he's a bit nervous. Mum takes him there, and he meets a little girl called Lucy, who looks after him. Lenny and Lucy sing a song, do some drawing, ride the tricycles and play with a ball. Then, after a drink of juice it's time for a story. When it's time to go home Lenny wants to stay a bit longer to play with his new friend. And he can't wait to come back tomorrow.
Where's Lenny?, Ken Wilson-Max.
Lenny plays hide and seek with his dad. Is he in the cupboard? No. Or in the sitting room? No, it's only the dog. He's not in the kitchen either. What about on the stairs? No, just blobs of jam. At last Dad and Mum see a little giggly lump under the bedclothes in Lenny's bedroom. Here's Lenny, ready for a tickle and a hug!
Yellow dress day, Michelle Worthington ; illustrated by Sophie Maggie Norsa.
Ava wears a different coloured dress for each type of day a red dress for hot days, a purple dress for rainy days and a blue dress for cold days. One whistling, whirly, windy morning, Ava and her puppy want to go out and play. But Ava's favourite coloured dress was missing. Will Ava's mother find something for her to wear on her yellow dress day? This book will delight all young girls and appeal to any parent of a child with special needs.
Sidney, Stella and the moon, Emma Yarlett.
Brother and sister Sidney and Stella do everything together everything except sharing. When an argument over a bouncy ball ends up smashing the moon, the terrible twosome must learn to work together and share, in order to fix things.

Younger Fiction

Violet Mackerel's pocket protest, Anna Branford ; [illustrated by] Sarah Davis.
Violet Mackerel loves Clover Park. She especially loves to collect acorns from under the big old oak tree. But the oak tree is going to be cut down. Violet does not think this is a good idea! The oak tree is important. It is worth trying to save. And Violet hopes her pocket protest will be just the thing to save it.
The killer cat runs away, Anne Fine ; illustrated by Thomas Docherty.
Tuffy doesn't feel wanted at home any more. His owners just don't appreciate him. So what if he broke the new TV? Got fur on all Dad's clean clothes? Ate Tinkerbell the kitten's special kitten-food? All accidents! But they're making such a fuss! So Tuffy decides to make a break for it. He bids farewell to the gang Snowball, Tiger and Bella and runs away. But starting a new life isn't easy, and soon Tuffy starts to wonder if he's made a terrible mistake.
Andy G, Terry D, the brave tea-lady and the evil bee, Andy Griffiths ; illustrated by Terry Denton.
Andy G and Terry D are being chased by an evil bee. Thank goodness for the tea-lady and her bravery. A rhyming story of mischief and mayhem that will delight everyone, especially beginner readers, accompanied by Terry Denton's energetically comic illustrations.
Ed and Ted and Ted's dog Fred, Andy Griffiths ; illustrated by Terry Denton.
When Ted's dog Fred bites Ed on the head, Ed sees red! A tale of fast cars, spills and thrills, and a whale called Ned. A rhyming story of mischief and mayhem that will delight everyone, especially beginner readers, accompanied by Terry Denton's energetically comic illustrations.
Dangerous pumpkins, Emily Jenkins ; illustrations by Harry Bliss.
Halloween brings out the worst in fourth-grader Henry Wolowitz and his invisible, squash-eating friend Inkling, as Henry tries to go trick-or-treating while keeping Inkling from eating all the jack-o-lanterns.
The life of Ty : penguin problems, Lauren Myracle ; illustrated by Jed Henry.
Seven-year-old Ty gets into mischief and big-hearted schemes while navigating second grade and becoming a big brother.
Captain Underpants and the invasion of the incredibly naughty cafeteria ladies from outer space (and the subsequent assault of the equally evil lunchroom zombie nerds) : the third epic novel, Dav Pilkey.
This fun-filled collector's edition of George and Harold's third epic adventure is perfect for Captain Underpants fans and for newcomers to the series. This time, the boys join forces with the Waistband Warrior to battle three incredibly naughty cafeteria ladies who are actually aliens in disguise! In addition to cool lenticular art that changes when you move the cover, this deluxe hardcover edition contains an exclusive CD-ROM filled with super-silly songs, music videos, games and more!