New Titles Children’s August 2018 (arrived in July)

• Audio Visual
• Into Reading
• Non-Fiction
• Older Fiction
• Picture Books
• Younger Fiction

Audio Visual

Sabrina down under.

Sabrina the Teenage Witch heads to Australia. Sabrina aspires to learn about marine biology. When she discovers that the island's marine mammals are falling ill, including a handsome merman and his mermaid sister, she takes up an ecological cause on behalf of all of the inhabitants of the sea.

Slugterra. The emperor's revenge.

The Emperor has returned! Fuelled by rage and dark magic, he sets to work reclaiming the Eastern Caverns with new superweapons at his side: the Unstoppable Warriors. True to their name, the huge Warriors seem impossible to beat. As the Shane Gang race across the Eastern Caverns in search of a way to defeat them, they come up against hordes of Underlords and the fury of the Dai-Fu. Junjie's ancestors thwarted the Emperor's schemes for centuries, but they never faced a threat like this. Now all hope lies with the Shane Gang to defeat the Emperor once and for all.

The dragon spell, directed by Manuk Depoyan.

A young boy embarks on a fantastic quest to save both the world of humans and the world of magic from a witch possessed by a dragon's ghost. Together with Eddie, the wanna-be wizard, and Rocky, the feral wild child, he'll have to prove what it takes to be a real hero!

Fireman Sam. Race against time!.

The race is on for Fireman Sam & his team. Gareth is taking the Science class to see the Aurora Borealis but, while preparing Bessie, accidentally trips, knocks off the brake and tumbles from the train. As a cabin fire also breaks out, Gareth watches in horror as the train speeds off without a driver and the children on-board! The fire crew is called but their path is blocked by snow and ice and so Sam makes a bold decision, leaping from the helicopter to ski towards the runaway train. Its a Race Against Time to stop the train before it reaches the end of the line!

Thomas & friends. Extraordinary engines.

Excitement spreads across Sodor with the arrival of a new and unusual engine. Worrying they'll be replaced by the fast and modern Hugo; the engines fail to be good friends by not making him feel welcome. When they stop to listen, they realize that Hugo is a very special engine who truly belongs on the rails. Elsewhere things get spooky when the engines see a ghost train and Percy goes on a troll hunt. Skiff takes Sir Topham Hatt on a wild ride in search of a mermaid.

Worst ever school trip, Barry Hutchison

Someone shut me up! It's been 92 hours since Beaky last told a lie. So far he's survived two full days of school with only three light beatings, two telling-offs and one wedgie …but the annual school trip is going to take Beaky's survival skills to a whole other level - especially as a mix up in the school office means that Beaky and his class are on a trip to Learning Land, an educational theme park aimed at eight-year-olds.

The ice garden, Guy Jones.

Jess is allergic to the sun. She lives in a world of shadows, peeking at the other children in the playground beyond her curtained house. One night, she sneaks out, exploring the empty playground she's longed to visit. Beyond, she discovers a beautiful impossibility: a magical garden wrought of ice.

How to bewitch a wolf, Abie Longstaff.

Finding a friend can be hard when you're a witch. Charlie used to think she was normal but now she knows she's a witch. At least she lives in a weird little village where being a bit freaky is kind of like the new normal. Now Charlie is testing out her powers as a witch. But when Zack joins her school, she's worried. He seems like the perfect friend, but she's sure there's more to him than meets the eye. This is the magical sequel to How to Catch a Witch: just as quirky, funny and enchanting!

Spy toys, Mark Powers

Three toys with tiny computerized brains, rejected because they are not good with children, are recruited by Auntie Roz to be spy toys, whose first mission is to save the President's son from being kidnapped.

Trouble next door; &, Trouble at school, Chris Higgins.

Trouble next door: Bella has just moved into a new house. It's old and dark and she's sure there's a ghost in the attic! But things look up when she meets her new next-door neighbour Magda. Magda is lots of fun! She's bubbly and full of imagination and can even turn cartwheels! Soon they are best friends. But Magda is also trouble! She breaks Bella's mum's best tea set, wrecks Bella's room and covers the whole living room in soot. And somehow makes sure Bella gets the blame for everything. Bella is going to have watch out because there's Trouble Next Door!
Trouble at school: It's Bella's first day at her new school and, lucky for her, she's already got a best friend who will be in the same class - Magda! Bella is determined to make a good impression, but with Magda around, things don't always go according to plan. By the time she arrives, she's already drenched in yoghurt and marmalade, and things are about to get much, much worse.

There's a dragon in my backpack!, Tom Nicoll.

This is the second in a hilarious new series featuring one boy and a little dragon with an oversized appetite for adventure. Eric finally succumbs to Pan's demands and agrees to take the Mini-Dragon to school with him. But Eric gets more trouble than he bargained for when nightmare neighbour Toby switches his backpack with Eric's and dragon-naps Pan! Now Eric must dash across town to Toby's posh school and swap them back before his snappy secret is out!

The Sruffs; &, The Scruffs: showtime!, Hannah Shaw.

Meet the Scruffs - the ugliest pets ever! There's a new addition to the Pet Shop, Lady, a beautiful, pedigree cat with shiny fur and polished paws. But when there's trouble, Lady saves the day and proves that she's not just a pampered puss. Then disaster strikes - a customer wants to adopt Lady! The pets must make Lady less attractive to the potential owner. And in The Scruffs: Showtime! the scruffy pets accidentally get sent to Wufts, they end up solving a crime - and winning best in show!

Max Champion and the great race car robbery, Alexander McCall Smith.

When Max finds an old car that has his last name "Champion" on the bonnet, he learns that his grandfather used to make some of the best cars around … and race them! That is, until his ideas book and his favourite car, Arabella, were stolen by greedy rival Mr Grabber. Can Max find a way to get back what Grandfather Gus lost? And will Arabella ever be seen again?

Into Reading

Baby Elephant's trunk, and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Dress-up day, and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Fast and noisy, and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

How many wheels? and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different non-fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Max Monkey, and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Sea life, and other stories, written by Pam Holden.

Contains eight different non-fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Simple technology, and other stories, written by Pam Holden and others.

Contains eight different non-fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

T-rex, and other stories, written by Pam Holden and others.

Contans eight different non-fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

What makes it go? and other stories, written by Pam Holden, Diana Freeman, Julie Ellis.

Contains eight different non-fiction stories, all at similar reading levels, and featuring high-frequency sight words.

Robot universe, Lynn Huggins-Cooper.

Discusses robots, their history, and the computers that control them, looking at space rovers, toys, drones, medical robots, and specialized robots.

The enormous turnip, retold by Monica Hughes.; Illustrated by Daniel Howarth.

Bright Sparks first readers help beginner readers to enjoy their favourtie fairy tales. Sharing the main story and the delightful pictures with your child will develop familiarity with the words and phrases. Your child will soon be ready to read the short, simple sentences on each right-hand page.

Mr. Monkey bakes a cake, Jeff Mack.

Mr. Monkey bakes a cake and enters it in a contest, but nothing goes as planned.

Summer adventures, written by Catherine Saunders.

School's out and the girls of Heartlake City are off on their latest adventures. Enjoy a summer of fun with Emma, Mia, Andrea, Stephanie, Olivia, and friends as they explore the city. Plus, take a peek at Nicole's scrapbbok, Andrea's song lyrics, and take a fun Friends quiz!

The itchy book!, [Mo Willems and] LeUyen Pham.

Triceratops, Pterodactyl, Brontosaurus, and T-Rex each have an itch, but Dino-Mo reminds them of the sign with a very important rule: Dinosaurs do not scratch.

Non-Fiction

Computer coding Python games for kids, foreword by Carol Vorderman.

Learn how to code in Python by building and playing your own computer games, from mind-bending brainteasers to crazy action games with explosive sound effects and 3D graphics. Whether you're a seasoned programmer or a beginner hoping to learn Python, you'll find this book is fun to read and easy to follow. Before you know it, you'll be a coding genius!

Knowledge encyclopedia.

Change the way you see the world with a groundbreaking visual approach to the wonders of our planet. From Viking raiders and Samurai warriors to robotics and chemical reactions, amazing animals, the human body, the marvels of history, and more are visualized in incredible detail, inside and out, providing a mind-blowing introduction to every aspect of human knowledge. You'll find yourself utterly absorbed as complex subjects become clear through engaging explanations, incredible illustrations, phenomenal photographs and jaw-dropping 3D images. This fully updated edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia will continue to fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on tons of topics. Explore the universe, from the inside of an atom to enormous galaxies, then discover the explosive science behind a fireworks display. Take a look at what makes the human brain so special and find out how our bodies cells make energy. Journey through history from the earliest life forms to our hairiest ancestors and then right up to our world today.

You are awesome, Matthew Syed; illustrated by Toby Triumph.

This positive and empowering guide, by bestselling mindset author Matthew Syed, will help boys and girls build resilience, fulfil their potential and become successful, happy, awesome adults. I'm no good at sport. I can't do maths. I really struggle with exams. Sound familiar? If you believe you can't do something, the chances are you won't try. But what if you really could get better at maths, or sport or exams? In fact, what if you could excel at anything you put your mind to? You Are Awesome can help you do just that, inspiring and empowering young readers to find the confidence to realise their potential. The first children's book by Matthew Syed, it uses examples of successful people from Mozart to Serena Williams to demonstrate that success really is earned rather than given, and that talent can be acquired. With hard work and determination, practice and self-belief, and, most importantly, a Growth Mindset, there's no reason why anyone can't achieve anything. Practical, insightful and positive, this is the book to help children build resilience, embrace their mistakes and grow into successful, happy adults.

Sustainable living, [by Harriert Brundle].

Most things we need to live, like fresh water, air and food, don't last forever. If we use a bit of something, we need to look after or replace it, so that there will be more to use again. This is called sustainability.

Earth's resources: geo facts, Izzi Howell.

Learn about the kind of resources Earth holds, and how they are extracted and used. Discover the problems and challenges posed by human consumption of these resources, from overfishing to dwindling supplies of fossil fuels. Read about the efforts being made to protect Earth's resources, including finding sustainable energy solutions and making our cities eco-friendly.

The food we eat, Georgia Amson-Bradshaw.

What are the problems and challenges we face around the world when it comes to food and the materials we use to package it? How can we produce food without causing pollution and habitat destruction? How do we eat healthily and minimise food waste? Interactive 'Solve It!' design challenges give readers the information they need to develop sustainable solutions to the problems discussed, and step-by-step 'Test It!' activities encourage them to explore putting principles into practice.

Food and fair trade, Paul Mason.

All sorts of food, from bananas to cocoa beans and coffee, can be grown in fairer and more sustainable ways than has traditionally been the case. In Putting the Planet First: Sustainable Food and Fair Trade, discover how people around the world are working all the time to find new ways to grow and trade food fairly and sustainably. Learn too, what you can do to help the environment, and about small changes you can make that will have a real impact. It's a fascinating introduction to the positive changes people are making to try and live more sustainably, and will inspire children to think creatively about how they can put the planet first!

Be the change: the future is in your hands, Eunice Moyle and Sabrina Moyle; photos by Alex Bronstad and Blake Bronstad.

Be the Change! gives you the tools and encouragement needed to be the change you wish to see in the world. From the popular founders of Hello!Lucky stationery, this guidebook offers instruction and guidance to spark creativity and inspire action in your local communities. First learn how to get inspired and how to inspire others, as well as the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and how to handle conflict diplomatically. Then discover how to channel your inspiration into creative outlets, such as organizing community events or meetings, using social media to affect change, and contacting your government representatives. Also get some great tips for generating creative ideas, running for office at school or getting involved with local government, and what to bring to protests. Once you learn about what it takes to effectively "be the change," follow along with the simple step-by-step projects to promote your ideas and events, from protest posters and fundraising jars to iron-on tees and stenciled tote bags. With a little creativity and a positive outlook, you too can inspire change in the world! Includes 16+ DIY projects and templates as well as tear-out postcards and stationery designs as a fun bonus!

You are mighty: a guide to changing the world, Caroline Paul; illustrated by Lauren Tamaki.

Being a good citizen means standing up for what's right-and here's just the way to start. From the author of The Gutsy Girl comes a book for those with a fierce sense of justice, a good sense of humor, and a big heart. This guide features change-maker tips, tons of DIY activities, and stories about the kids who have paved the way before, from famous activists like Malala Yousafzai and Claudette Colvin to the everyday young people whose habit changes triggered huge ripple effects. So make a sign, write a letter, volunteer, sit-in, or march! There are lots of tactics to choose from, and you're never too young to change the world.

My parent has an autism spectrum disorder: a workbook for children & teens, Barbara R. Lester.

Growing up with a parent on the autism spectrum can be difficult, and children and teens may struggle to understand why their parent is different from others. It can be equally difficult for parents with an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to explain their unique set of strengths and challenges to their child in a sensitive and positive manner, and any adult faced with this situation will be in need of a helping hand. This supportive workbook has been designed with precisely this purpose in mind. In child-friendly language, the author describes the common characteristics of ASD, and encourages children to think about how the world might look from their parent's perspective.

Little helpers, Michéle Brummer Everett.

Take a peek into the lives of service animals to see the wonderful (and sometimes unexpected!) ways they help people in this diverse and inclusive debut picture book.

On our street: our first talk about poverty, Dr. Jillian Roberts and Jaime Casap; illustrations by Jane Heinrichs.

Using illustrations, full-colour photographs and straightforward text, this nonfiction picture book introduces the topics of homelessness and poverty to young readers.

The great big green book, Mary Hoffman and Ros Asquith.

Think of the future. Can you imagine our planet as beautiful as it used to be? You could be the one to help make it beautiful again, with the things you do and the ideas you have. Your planet needs you! From a simple introduction to our home in Space, the authors explain what we need for life on Earth, and show the importance of the rainforests and the oceans; they stress the need to look after our planet and show how some of the things we take for granted are running out, and how we have polluted so much our planet. The action plans include saving water, saving energy, recycling, reparing, growing seasonal food, cooking fresh food, saving on packing, asking questions and thinking of new inventions and big ideas.

Trash vortex: how plastic pollution is choking the world's oceans, Danielle Smith-Llera, content advisor, Michael Wert.

Millions of tons of plastic slip into oceans every year. Some floats and travels slowly with the currents, endangering the health of marine animals. The rest is hardly visible but is far more dangerous. Tiny bits of plastic sprinkle the ocean's surface or mix into the sandy seafloor and beaches. It ends up inside birds, fish, and other animals, harming them-and ultimately humans. Experts struggle with fear and hope as they work to stop the flood of plastic threatening living organisms across the globe.

Gaolbird: the true story of William Swallow convict and pirate, written and illustrated by Simon Barnard.

At dawn on 23 October 1821, convict William Swallow stands on the deck of the Malabar wearing a canary-yellow convict uniform and leg irons. He has just completed the 121-day sea voyage from London to Hobart Town, but his wild and audacious adventures have barely begun. He'll soon ditch the convict uniform and the leg irons, take part in a mutiny, become a pirate captain and fol the world, in what just might be the most outrageous and unbelievable true story in Australia's convict history.

My mask, Jill MacGregor; [photography, Scott MacGregor].

Quyuh needs a new face mask or khan to wear when she rides her bike to school.

The ugly duckling, Hans Christian Anderson; illustrated by Peter Newell.

A delightful classic by Hans Christian Anderson, retold and complimented with a lovely illustration by Peter Newell. This fairy tale tells the story of an egg hatched by a mother duck. This misplaced egg hatches an aquatic duckling who suffers through the year being shuned by his siblings and the local water fowl. The surprise ending for this little creature who is tormented because he is different gives hope and fuels dreams for those who feel alone and unequal to others.

Goldilocks and the three bears: based on a traditional folk tale, retold by Nicola Baxter; illustrated by Ailie Busby.

The three little pigs: based on a traditional folk tale, retold by Nicola Baxter; illustrated by Jan Lewis.

5-minute fairy tales, Mary Engelbreit.

Mary Engelbreit's signature illustrations and enchanting stories have captivated readers young and old. Now, in this collection of twelve fairy tales selected by Mary Engelbreit herself favourite characters like Cinderella, Rumpelstiltskin, and Snow White each come alive in a story that can be read aloud in five minutes or less.

Hineahuone, he mea whatu, whakatauira hoki e Xoë Hall; nā Sian Montgomery-Neutze i whakamāori.

A retelling of the traditional creation story in which Tāne Māhuta sculpts the first woman, Hineahuone, from the sacred red earth of Papatāūnuku, the Earth Mother.

Little One-Inch: and other Japanese children's favorite stories, compiled by Florence Sakade; illustrated by Yoshisuke Kurosaki.

Full of beautiful, unique illustrations this multicultural childrens book is a collection of Japanese fairy tales and folk stories. Welcome to a fantastic world populated by lonely dragons, adventuresome boys, magical elves, and a host of other beloved characters who have lived on for centuries in the traditional tales of Japan. Drawn from folklore passed down from generation to generation, the ten enchanting Japanese children's stories collected in this volume have been lovingly retold just for today's readers. Vibrantly illustrated and full of thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and important lessons, they're sure to become story time favourites.

The gingerbread man: based on a traditional folk tale, retold by Alan MacDonald; illustrated by Anja Rieger.

The gingerbread man, retold by Ronne Randall; illustrated by Susan Batori.

"Run, run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch me, I'm the gingerbread man!" Follow the gingerbread man with his famous refrain as he runs away from Molly and her Mum who have baked and decorated him for their tea.

The three Billy Goats Gruff, retold by Ronne Randall; illustrated by Richard Merritt.

The three billy goats Gruff have their eyes on the delicious-looking grass on the other side of the bridge. The only problem is that there is a big, scary troll who lives under the bridge and threatens to eat any wayward goats trying to cross it. Follow the goats as they bravely strike out for the greener grass!

The elves and the shoemaker, based on the story by Jacob and Wilhelm Grimm; retold by Lorna Read; illustrated by Jan Lewis.

Lions and lobsters and foxes and frogs: fables from Aesop, Ennis Rees; drawings by Edward Gorey.

Verse versions of fables reprinted from the author's Fables from Aesop.

Fale Samoa: a Samoan myth about the origins of Samoan fale = O se tala o le vavau i le amataga o fausaga o fale Samoa, retold by Helen Tau'au Filisi = Toe Fa'amatalaina e Helen Tau'au Filisi; translated by Tofilau Fritz Filisi = Fa'aliliu e Tofilau Fritz Filisi.

A story about the origins of Samoan fale.

The three billy goats gruff: based on a traditional folk tale, retold by Irene Yates; illustrated by Ailie Busby.

Not one damsel in distress: heroic girls from world folklore, collected & told by Jane Yolen with illustrations by Susan Guevara.

A collection of fifteen traditional tales from various parts of the world, with the main character of each being a fearless, strong, heroic, and resourceful woman.

Nita's first signs, Kathy MacMillan; illustrations by Sara Brezzi.

Baby sign language makes it easy to communicate with your child, and Nita makes it fun! Nita's First Signs teaches ten essential signs for every parent and child to know, including eat, more, hungry, milk, all done, ball, play, love, please, and thank you. A simple story about Nita and her parents teaches each sign in context, and repetition throughout each story makes them easy to practice. Even better, each page slides open to reveal accurate instructions on how to make each sign, plus tabs on the side of each page make it simple to locate every sign for later reference. Baby sign language collections aren't complete without Nita!

A kaleidoscope of butterflies: & other such collective nouns, Kate Hursthouse.

Have you ever seen a pandemonium of parrots? A loveliness of ladybugs? A dazzle of zebras? Follow us on our adventure as we discover 25 different colourful animals and their wonderful, wacky group names.

Faitau numera Fa'a Samoa: tasi - lima, June Allen & Motiana Gillespie.

Learn to count up to five in Samoan and English.

Fau upu. 1, rhymes (solo) by L. Tavita & S. Aukuso; photos by Epenesa aukuso; edited by Patisepa Tuafuti.

Presents alphabetical lists of word in the Samoan language. Additional activities in the book contribute to the goal of nurturing comprehension (reading and writing) skills.

Astro-naut aqua-naut, Jennifer Swanson.

Journey from the deepest trenches in the oceans to the farthest humans have ventured into space and learn what it takes to explore the extremes.

Star Wars maker lab, Liz Lee Heinecke and Cole Horton.

Ever wanted to move things without touching them like a Jedi can? Or grow your own kyber crystal? Or maybe explode a balloon with a beam of energy, just like the Death Star? Now you can! With 20 amazing projects, Star WarsTM Maker Lab teaches your budding Padawan how to become a Master of science, in both the real world and the Star Wars galaxy. Using clear step-by-step instructions, the book guides home scientists and makers through each exciting experiment - from making Jabba's gooey slime or a hovering landspeeder, to an Ewok catapult and a glowing Gungan Globe of Peace. Each project has fact-filled panels to explain the real-world science as well as the Star Wars science fiction from the movies. With projects that are out of this world, this fantastic Star Wars book can keep children entertained for hours, making use of many household items such as cardboard tubes, baking soda, straws, balloons, and food coloring. There is also plenty to keep more adventurous scientists enthralled, with instructions to create your own bristlebot mouse droid, lightsaber duel, and Mustafar volcano. Star Wars Maker Lab supports STREAM topics and helps children to learn the basics of science by traveling through the Star Wars galaxy. May the (static) force be with you!

STEAM lab for kids: 52 creative hands-on projects using science, technology, engineering, art, and math, Liz Lee Heinecke.

The creative projects in STEAM Lab for Kids are designed to demonstrate that there's math and science to be found in great art! From rubber bands to edible stained glass, young engineers and artists alike will find inspiration in these 52 art-forward labs.

Make science fun. Experiments, Jacob Strickling.

Make Science Fun is designed for children to do actual science experiments (not just science 'activities') at home. Most science experiment books aren't experiment books at all. They mostly contain fun science activities, which are fun to do & help learn science - but a fun science 'activity' isn't always an experiment. A science experiment sets out to answer a question or solve a problem using a fair and controlled test. To count as a science experiment you need to take measurements, make observations and control variables. With space to write hypotheses, record results, make observations and draw graphs required, Make Science Fun: experiments is a strong foundation on which to build student awareness of the importance of science in everyday lives.

Space.

Exploring the planets of our solar system and much more, Smart Kids Space is an ideal first guide to the mysteries of our incredible universe.

Starry skies, Samantha Chagollan; illustrations by Nila Aye.

Learn about the constellations above us. Every night, the sky is filled with stars that tell a thousand stories. From brave warriors to ferocious beasts and magical friends, each star shines brightly. What stories will you see in the Starry skies tonight.

Energy, author, Emily Dodd; consultant, Jack Challoner.

A perfect introduction to energy, this fact-packed book teaches children all about energy and how it works. From electricity and light, to heat and sound, learn how different types of energy are part of everything we do. Discover how a rainbow is made, what renewable energy is, and meet an energy expert. Filled with exciting information, simple science, and colourful illustrations, DKfindout! Energy brings energy to life. With key topics, such as conductors and insulators and fossil fuels, broken down into bite-sized chunks, the information is easily digestible and great for beginners.

Periodic table, written by Adrian Dingle.

Eyewitness Periodic Table begins with a concise history of chemistry, scientific pioneers, and the creation of the first periodic table, then launches into a visual tour of each individual element. Along the way, you'll find out where each element comes from and what it is used for, explained clearly and simply for young readers. Explore elements such as carbon and oxygen and learn why they are essential to our survival. See how precious gold protects astronauts in space, and why the metal mercury can be both a solid and a liquid. Find out about man-made elements, which the smartest chemists are still busy figuring out how to use.

Dinosaurs.

From the ferocious T. Rex to the spiky Stegosaurus, Smart Kids Dinosaurs is an amazing introduction into the world of dinosaurs.

Who owns these bones?, Henri Cap, Raphael Martin, Renaud Vigourt; [translated by Philippe Barbour].

Welcome to the secret world of skeletons! From the largest elephant to the smallest mouse, each animal is different, and that goes for their bones, too! Meet a whole host of amazing skeletons and learn about what makes each one unique, from how to tell a gorilla from a human to how to recognize a turtle just from its skull. Lift the flaps to discover each skeleton's animal owner, and find out amazing anatomy facts along the way! Can you work out Who Owns These Bones?

Outside: discovering animals, Maria Ana Peixe Dias, Ines Teixeira do Rosario, [illustrated by] Bernardo P. Carvalho; translated by Lucy Greaves.

Whether you live in the country or the city, nature is still all around you, so what are we waiting for? It's time to jump off the sofa and discover the animals that live on your doorstep. Created in collaboration with a team of experts, this comprehensive guide includes suggestions for activities and many illustrations to help the whole family get started, leave the house, and go out to discover, or simply admire, the amazing world that exists outside.

Colourful creatures, Anita Ganeri.

Colourful Creatures features collections of stunning pictures of animals by colour. This beautifully curated book is a wonderful presentation of all of the amazing colours of the animal kingdom. Whether you're a designer, an animal lover, or just someone who likes interesting photography, Colourful Creatures is a visual treat for everyone!

Curious creatures, Anita Ganeri.

Beautiful pictures of animals arranged by feature. Curious Creatures presents collections of stunning pictures of animals by feature. Have fun looking at animals with amazing eyes, super noses, interesting ears, and much more!

Intelligent animals, Camilla de la Bédoyère.

How do you measure an animal's intelligence? Can animals learn a language? Which animals use tools? In Focus: Intelligent Animals has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!

Children's wildlife atlas: a comprehensive guide to animal habitats, John Farndon.

This fascinating atlas takes a comprehensive look at different habitats around the world. Each section looks at the different regions of the world with that habitat, the animals that live there, their behaviour and survival strategies. The atlas covers migration, seasonal change, adaptation, and includes an animal directory.

Wild world, Angela McAllister; illustrated by Hvass&Hannibal.

Discover thirteen incredible habitats, from the Arctic's crystal kingdom to the deep sea. A facts and figures section at the back completes this beautiful tribute, composed in free verse, to the last wildernesses of our world.

Secret world of butterflies, Courtney Sina Meredith; [illustrated by] Giselle Clarkson.

Did you know that butterflies taste with their feet, do a dark red poo when they come out of their chrysalises and that some drink the tears of crocodiles? How does the world look to them, do they ever sleep and how are some of them able to fly so high? This book will open your eyes to these magical creatures around us.

Sharks.

Dive into Smart Kids Sharks and take an underwater journey of discovery into the amazing world of these fascinating creatures of the deep.

Reptiles and amphibians.

From the poisonous rattlesnake to the color-changing chameleon Smart Kids Reptiles and Amphibians is an amazing introduction into the world of these fascinating creatures.

World of birds, Robert Hunter.

Explore ten diverse habitats from the Great Plains to the Sonoran Desert and listen to birds in the wild with this extraordinary sound book.

10 reasons to love a penguin, written by Catherine Barr; illustrated by Hanako Clulow.

Penguins are the cutest birds! Did you know that they go on incredible journeys? Or that they toboggan on their stomachs? Discover ten reasons why penguins are amazing and five ways you can show they love them in this gorgeous picture book.

Absolute expert: dolphins, Jennifer Swanson with Justine Jackson-Ricketts.

Information and photographs about dolphins, for children.

Celebrate your body: (and it's changes, too!), Sonya Renee Taylor; foreword by Bianca I. Laureano: illustrated by Cait Brennan.

Celebrate your body (and it's changes, too!) is your guide to understanding and loving your body - now and as it continues to change. Here's everything you need to know about breasts and bras, your period, hair here and there, feelings and friends, and so much more. You'll find support and encouragement in these pages that will help you navigate this whole puberty thing. Think of this book as your new best friend that will help you learn about - and celebrate - your amazing, changing, one-of-a-kind body!

Itch!: everything you didn't want to know about what makes you scratch, Anita Sanchez; illustrated by Gilbert Ford.

Everybody gets itchy, and every kid will love this title that scratches the itch to know more and about the history, anatomy, botany, biology behind it.

Look inside how things work, illustrated by Stefano Tognetti; written by Rob Lloyd Jones.

A fascinating flap book packed with interesting information about how lots of things work. Discover the inner workings of cars and boats, farm and building site machines, everyday household items including vacuum cleaners, computers and fridges, and much more.

Submarines, [designed and illustrated by David West].

Discoverone of the first submarines look like inside? How many hulls a submarine has? Where the crew work?

Trains, [designed and illustrated by David West].

Discover what steam locomotives look like inside? How a diesel-electric locomotive works? Where monorails get their electricity from?

How to build aircraft, Rita Storey.

o you want to build your own aircraft models? Real ones that you can power and fly? Well now you can, with How to Build. Inside you'll find simple instructions, equipment lists and templates to help you make working models, including a hot-air balloon, hammer glider, Bernoulli glider, roto-copter, rubber-band aeroplane and a catapult glider. This series is aimed at budding inventors and engineers of the future, and contains builds which require adult supervision. It supports design and technology skills and learning, and is ideal for use at home, school and at STEM clubs.

Planes, [designed and illustrated by David West].

Discover one of the first planes were made from? How rocket planes broke the sound barrier? Where the pilot and crew sat?

Build your own land vehicles, Rob Ives.

Solar-powered vehicles, gravity-driven cars, and spring-loaded three-wheelers will get kids on the path to learning. Makerspace-friendly projects with step-by-step illustrations guide them through hands-on science and engineering applications.

How to build cars, Rita Storey.

So you want to build your own car models? Real ones that you can power and race? Well now you can, with How to Build. Inside you'll find simple instructions, equipment lists and templates to help you make working models, including a balloon car, rubber-band car, propeller car, battery fan car, bottle racer and a solar car.

American supercars: Chevrolet, Ford, Dodge, Paul Mason.

Get your young petrolhead into gear with the perfect introduction to the newest, hottest, fastest American supercar marques on the planet. Featured inside are: Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, Dodge hallenger SRT Hellcat, Ford GT, Shelby SuperSnake and more! Written specifically for car lovers aged 9+ years old, this series is ideal for reading on the go and to encourage reading for pleasure. Each title features superb photography and easy-to-read, informative text.

British supercars: McLaren, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Paul Mason.

Get your young petrolhead into gear with the perfect introduction to the newest, hotest, fastest British supercar marques on the planet. Featured inside are: Aston Martin V12 Zagato, McLaren 12C, Nobel M600, Jaguar F-type and more! Written specifically for car lovers aged 9+, this series is ideal for reading on the go and to encourage reading for pleasure. Each title features superb photography and easy-to-read, informative text.

Italian supercars: Ferrari, Lamborghini, Pagani, Paul Mason.

Get your young petrolhead into gear with the perfect introduction to the newest, hotest, fastest Italian supercar marques on the planet.

Total tractor!, written by Joesphine Roberts.

If you like tractors, you'll love Total Tractor, get under the bonnet of these glorious, gigantic machines. From exciting vintage tractors and farming machines to the latest state-of-the-art John Deere, Total Tractor presents these mighty machines in all their glory. Travel through time with the pictures of tractors through the ages. You can discover historic steam engines in fascinating detail and follow their development right up to the present day. Total Tractor reveals essential facts and stats including pulling power, tyre size and much more. Large scale, big pictures of tractors reveal the intricate parts of the machine and a driver's-eye view puts you in the cab. You can see tractors in action ploughing, planting, building and breaking, plus step into the world of tractor competitions and find out how to win at tractor pulling.

First book of diggers and dumpers, Isabel Thomas.

From excavators to dumpers and everything in between! Find all about 30 different types of diggers and dumpers bulldozers, tipper trucks, rock breakers and many more in this beautifully illustrated and annotated first guide. Includes a fun spotter's chart to fill in!

Tricycles, Jill MacGregor; photos by Scott MacGregor.

Francis's father owns a tricycle. It's one of the 7000 fleet of tricycles in Puerto Princesa.

Racing cars, [designed and illustrated by David West].

Learn all about racing cars, from the first racers to the drag racers.Have you ever wondered where the crew all sit inside a tank, or what a jet engine looks like behind the turbine blades? Well these six books will help you find out just that! Find out something amazing about each vehicle and then turn the page to see it sliced in two where its innermost secrets will be revealed. Simple text and large labels and captions will make the bite-sized pieces of information appeal to a wide range of reading abilities, and the artwork is both friendly and accessible.

How to build rockets, Louise Derrington.

So you want to build your own rocket models? Real ones that you can power and launch? Well now you can, with How to Build. Inside you'll find simple instructions, equipment lists and templates to help you make working models, including a straw rocket, fizzy rocket, balloon rocket, water rocket, matchstick rocket and tube rocket. This series is aimed at budding inventors and engineers of the future, and contains builds which require adult supervision. It supports design and technology skills and learning, and is ideal for use at home, school and at STEM clubs.

Spacecraft, [designed and illustrated by David West].

Learn all about spacecraft, from the first space capsules to space planes and space shuttles. Have you ever wondered where the crew all sit inside a tank, or what a jet engine looks like behind the turbine blades? Well these six books will help you find out just that! Find out something amazing about each vehicle and then turn the page to see it sliced in two where its innermost secrets will be revealed. Simple text and large labels and captions will make the bite-sized pieces of information appeal to a wide range of reading abilities, and the artwork is both friendly and accessible. What's Inside perfect for inquisitive, machine-mad readers who love the details of how vehicles work.

How to build robots, Louise Derrington.

So you want to build your own robot models? Real ones that you can power and move? Well now you can, with How to Build. Inside you'll find simple instructions, equipment lists and templates to help you make working models, including a robotic hand, bristle-bot, drawing robot, scrub-bot, solar fan robot and "Robbo the Robot".

Calf and Lamb Day, Jill MacGregor; photographs by Scott MacGregor.

Daniella lives on a dairy farm in South Featherston and every year she rears a calf to be judged at the Calf and Lamb Day.

The junior baker cookbook, developed by Williams Sonoma Test Kitchen; photographs, Aubrie Pick.

Learning to bake can be exciting and fun! Featuring step-by-step instructions and full-colour photos for over 30 sweet and savory recipes, this easy-to-follow book will help teach your child the baking basics along with finger-licking treats. Beginning with a quick primer on pan prep and necessary ingredients, Junior Baker offers easy recipes that make baking a cinch. Junior Baker will inspire kids to have fun in the kitchen while providing simple instructions on how to bake up a scrumptious collection of sweet and savory favorites.

The LEGO book, written by Daniel Lipkowitz.

A visual chronicle of key moments in LEGO history includes coverage of spotlight developments, main toy systems, the LEGOLAND theme parks, and LEGO's diversification into the visual arts.

High up in Hong Kong, Jill MacGregor; [photographer, Scott MacGregor].

Chi Wai lives on the 39th floor in Yee Mei Court, one of the largest high-rise apartment estates in Hong Kong.

LEGO DC super heroes ultimate quiz book: 1000 brain-busting questions, written by Melanie Scott.

This fun LEGO DC Super Heroes trivia quiz book is packed full of questions about your favourite LEGO DC Super Heroes characters, including Batman, Wonder Woman, Superman, Harley Quinn and the Joker. Find out how much of a superfan you are with mind-boggling questions, fun picture rounds, and bonus "genius questions". Become a quiz master and test your friends and family with hours of entertaining LEGO DC Super Heroes trivia. With chapters on Super Heroes and supervillains, you can find out incredible facts about every aspect of the LEGO DC Super Heroes Universe including amazing superpowers, cool vehicles, and secret identities. How did the Flash get his powers, where is Superman's secret base located, and what is the name of Green Lantern's alter ego? Which supervillain was once elected president and where does Nth metal come from? Discover the answers to all 1000 questions and many more in the LEGO DC Super Heroes Ultimate Quiz Book!

I am never bored: the best ever craft and activity book for kids: 100 great ideas for kids to do when there is nothing to do, Sarah Devos with illustrations by Emma Thyssen.

Are your kids glued to the television and computer games on school vacation rainy weekends? Are you tired of hearing, "I'm bored. There's nothing to do"? Fear not, because I Am Never Bored: The Best Ever Craft and Activity Book for Kids is here to save the day! This book is the definitive cure-all for childhood boredom. Pack with 100 activities ranging from playing pingpong with balloons, to nail art, to shadow puppets, to building a scooter racetrack, kids will always have something to do.

Let's make great projects, Sally Beets.

An exciting project-packed book of crafts, activities, and experiments for curious children who love to make, play, and explore.With clear step-by-step instructions and photos, children will learn about school subjects through interactive activities, crafts, and experiments. There are 25 great projects on offer, from creating an astronaut's outfit or building a sundial, to taking a trip back in time to see how the mighty roman legionaries conquered their enemies. And that's just for starters; on top of nature and history, the book also covers wildlife, science, and space, so animal lovers and wannabe astronauts will also be delighted by what's on offer. Children will absolutely love the variety of crafts, activities, experiments, and facts, and parents will love how Let's Make Great Projects supplements and complements school subjects, while providing inspiration and tips for bringing projects to life. All projects can be completed with readily available household items or easy-to-find art supplies, making this the perfect book for eager little readers who are looking for their next great hands-on project.

Easy-to-make pop-ups, Joan Irvine; illustrated by Barbara Reid.

Offers step-by-step instructions for making pop-up cards, books sculptures, and other objects out of materials found at home.

Ultimate slime: totally borax free!, Alyssa Jagan.

Written by Alyssa Jagan, popular Instagram slimer of @CraftySlimeCreator fame, Ultimate Slime makes creating gorgeous, satisfying slime easy! You'll see how to do everything you need to create a world of slime in a rainbow of colors and incredible textures. Your slimy journey will start with some basic recipes, including kid-safe slime, then you will learn to make fluffy slime, clear slime, slushy slime'more than 100 recipes and projects in all. Then you can supercharge your slime by adding vibrant colors and all kinds of awesome mix-ins to create confetti slime, iceberg slime, floam'there are no limits to what you will create! Don't miss your chance to create unique kinds of slime that you never thought were possible. All are completely borax free, and all come directly from the mind of the @CraftySlimeCreator herself, Alyssa Jagan.

Sewing school quilts: 15 projects kids will love to make, Amie Petronis Plumley & Andria Lisle; photography by Justin Fox Burks.

The best-selling authors of the Sewing School series are back, introducing kids to the creativity of stitching patchwork, appliqué, and quilts. Using dynamic how-to photos and step-by-step instructions written for ages 8 to 12, Amie Petronis Plumley and Andria Lisle teach a variety of techniques using both hand and machine sewing. The 15 projects range from decorative to practical, including an appliquéd family crest wall hanging, a patchwork pet bed, a crazy-quilt journal cover, and a quilt made from recycled T-shirts. Every project features encouraging suggestions for making truly one-of-a-kind items that express the creative spirit of each young maker.

Somebunny loves me: sharing kindness with our animal friends, Parry Gripp.

Song lyrics and accompanying photographs illustrate why pet owners love their animals and how they care for them.

Piano for kids: teach complete beginners how to play instantly with the Musicolor Method®: for preschoolers, grade schoolers & beyond, Andrew Ingkavet.

Learning to make music provides an excellent path to development in children. Plus it is joyful and fun. But learning has not always been easy. Traditional methods start with abstract symbols and concepts. The author began searching for a simpler, more intuitive way to teach music to his then three-year-old son. In his search, he began combining ideas from the worlds of design, early childhood education, film scoring and even storytelling. Thus, the Musicolor Method® was born. For over a decade, it has become a proven way to quickly and gently introduce real music making skills to preschoolers and beyond.

Master the art of fidget spinning, [compiled by Lorri Lynn and Peter Murray].

Tap into the phenomenon of fidget spinning with the world's first book dedicated to the tens of millions who spin for pleasure, relaxation or focus today. First invented as a tool to help restless, ADHD or autistic children focus, the finger spinner was designed with skateboard bearings to achieve spin. It quickly became a fad and then a global craze that is also making its way into the corporate toy market.

101 games to play before you grow up, written by Joe Rhatigan; illustrated by Diego Vaisberg.

Playing games is the best part of growing up. Help kids tap into their playful imaginations with 101 Games to Play Before You Grow Up, the ultimate handbook for kids that introduces tons of games to play by themselves or with friends and family! Offering an extensive list of games, from classic favorites such as H.O.R.S.E., Simon Says, and Handball to quirky card and board games such as Pandemic and Spoons, your children will get up, get outside, and never get bored. 101 Games to Play Before You Grow Up features both indoor and outdoor games for rainy or snowy days. With so many ways to play, kids will always have something new to do!

Where's Kiwi now?, illustrated by Myles Lawford.

"Kiwi is travelling through time, where on earth is he NOW? Join Kiwi and his flying egg time-travel machine on an adventure back through the Ice Age, to the age of pirates, the great Gold Rush, to outer space and beyond! And look out for his mates Gumboot Guy, Wacky Wizard, Sporty Sheep, Tricky Tuatara and Mystery Moa along the way"–Publisher information.

Look and find bugs, illustrated by Gareth Lucas; designed by Ruth Russell; written by Kirsteen Robson.

This brilliantly colourful puzzle book is teeming with creepy crawlies to spot and talk about. Find an ant in a deckchair, spot a butterfly blowing a trumpet, look for a dragonfly riding a broom and lots more. Each page is packed with talk-about and counting opportunities, and all the answers are at the back of the book if you get stuck.

Look and find on the farm, illustrated by Gareth Lucas; designed by Ruth Russell; written by Kirsteen Robson.

Each page is teeming with animals and objects to spot, match and count, and hundreds of charming details to talk about.

Journeys of discovery, Amanda Wood & Mike Jolley; illustrated by Frances Castle.

Would Christopher Columbus's ship have had a motor? Would Marco Polo have ridden a bicycle? Test your knowledge of history and spot 20 mistakes in every scene. Then, turn the page to discover if you were right and learn more fun facts about famous explorers from all around the world, including the Zheng He, Captain Cook, Sacagawea, Neil Armstrong and many more!

Wicked World Cup: your essential piece of kit, Michael Coleman; illustrated by Harry Venning & Mike Phillips.

This international guide gives soccer fans the coolest commentary on the brilliant Brazilians, the awesome Argentinians, the invincible Italians and the fantastic French. Plus, discover the secrets of wicked wonders Pele, Beckham, and the English heroes of 1966. This up-to-the-minute guide is packed with enough fantastic soccer facts to fill a stadium.

Absolute expert: soccer: all the latest facts from the field, Eric Zweig with Mark Geiger.

Provides readers with a look at soccer–history, gear, stats, and players.

Uneven bars: tips, rules and legendary stars, Tracy Nelson Maurer; consultant, Julie Belemore.

Learn the basics to the uneven bars: common moves, a typical routine, and key legendary gymnasts.

Vaulting: tips, rules, and legendary stars, Tracy Nelson Maurer, consultant, Paige Roth.

Learn the basics to the vault: common moves, a typical routine, and key legendary gymnasts.

Balance beam: tips, rules, and legendary stars, Heather E. Schwartz; consultant, Julie Belemore.

Learn the basics to the balance beam: common moves, a typical routine, and key legendary gymnasts.

Floor exercise: tips, rules, and legendary stars, Heather E. Schwartz; consultant, Julie Belemore.

Learn the basics to tumbling: common moves, a typical routine, and key legendary gymnasts.

Filipino fishing, Jill MacGregor; photos by Scott MacGregor.

Ronel and his brother Nelskie go fishing with their father on a double-outrigger canoe, called a banca.

Every month is a new year: celebrations around the world, poems by Marilyn Singer; collages by Susan L. Roth.

"A collection of original poems about New Year celebrations throughout the year and around the world. Includes an introduction about worldwide New Year celebrations plus a map, information about calendars, New Year greetings in many languages, additional factual information about the celebrations, and author's sources.

A first book of the sea, Nicola Davies; illustrated by Emily Sutton.

From Nicola Davies and Emily Sutton, the multi award-winning team behind Tiny and Lots, comes a spellbinding collection of poems about the oceans of the world and their shores. With this book, children can swim alongside dolphins and flying fish, pore over rockpools and sail from pole to pole and back, learning about everything from phosphorescence and plankton to manta rays and puffins – all in the comfort of their bedroom. Emily Sutton's exquisite watercolours capture the breathless excitement of a child's first glimpse of the sea, the majesty of ancient trading ships and the sheer, staggering wonder of the humpback whale.

The night before the night before Christmas, Kes Gray and [illustrated by] Claire Powell.

Santa is ever so busy in the run up to Christmas; he's got presents to wrap, reindeer to wake and a sleigh to start. But has he forgotten something? And will he be ready in time?

Happy poems, chosen by Roger McGough.

Poems to make you smile! Critically acclaimed poet Roger McGough has drawn together a fantastic collection of upbeat poems to bring happiness into your day with this uplifting collection Happy Poems. He reminds us that happiness can be found all around us in the everyday, in family, in books in nature and, of course, in our pets! Includes gems from the very best classic and contemporary poets, such as John Agard, Adrian Henri, Brian Patten, Carol Ann Duffy, Joseph Coelho, William Wordsworth and William Blake.

One fun day with Lewis Carroll: a celebration of wordplay and a girl named Alice, written by Kathleen Krull; illustrated by Júlia Sardà .

The wordsmith Lewis Carroll is famed for the freewheeling world of Wonderland in his beloved classics Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass. In this gloriously illustrated picture book, Carroll's childlike love of life is showcased alongside his brilliance at creating and adapting playful words and phrases.

My A to Z of fairies, Daisy Meadows.

No Rainbow Magic fan should be without this sparkling compendium of fairy fun. From A to Z, this book is jam-packed with magical facts and figures from the world of the fairies and their friends! It's everything you need to be a true Rainbow Magic expert!

Jane Austen, written by Ma Isabel Sánchez Vegara; illustrated by Katie Wilson.

Little Jane grew up in a big family that loved learning and she often read from her father's library. In her teenage years she began to write in bound notebooks and craft her own novels. As an adult, Jane created stories that shone a light on the English upper classes and provided a witty social commentary of the time, creating a new dialogue for female characters in books. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world.

Cleopatra and ancient Egypt for kids: her life and world, with 21 activities, Simonetta Carr.

Cleopatra has been called intelligent and scheming, ambitious and ruthless, sensual and indulgent. This unique biography captures the excitement of her life story, including portions that have been largely neglected, such as her interest in literature and science and her role as a mother, and allows readers to draw their own conclusions. Cleopatra and Ancient Egypt for Kids also includes maps, time lines, online resources, a glossary, and 21 engaging hands-on activities to help readers better appreciate the ancient culture and era in which Cleopatra lived.

Marie Curie, written by Isabel Thomas; illustrations by Anke Weckmann.

Marie Curie was a brilliant scientist who coined the term "radioactivity," discovered polonium and radium, and helped develop treatments for cancer. She was the first woman to win a Nobel Prize, but her dedication to physics ultimately caused her death from radiation.

Amelia Earhart, written by Isabel Thomas; illustrations by D+ lia Adillon.

Why is Amelia Earhart an aviation hero? She was the first woman to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, broke flying records and wrote best-selling books, and fought for the equal treatment of women. Her disappearance while attempting to fly around the world remains an unsolved mystery. Explore the legacy of one of aviation's most courageous and determined pilots in this fascinating guide to her incredible life.

Frida Kahlo, written by Isabel Thomas; illustrations by Marianna Madriz.

Frida Kahlo is famous for her bold, colorful, and daring paintings. She was a Mexican artist who endured great pain and hardship, but used her bright, vivid brushstrokes to express her emotions and reveal her true personality. She created over 50 self-portraits, and is considered to be one of the most influential and inspirational artists of the twentieth century. Little Guides to Great Lives is a brand new series of small-format guides introducing children to the most inspirational figures from history in a fun, accessible way. From Curie to Kahlo and Darwin to Da Vinci, Little Guides to Great Lives tells the stories of the most amazing people from all over the world and across history, with colorful illustrations and fresh design to bring their incredible stories to life.

Leonardo da Vinci, written by Isabel Thomas; illustrations by Katja Spitzer.

Most famous as the painter who created the Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci is also one of history's greatest geniuses; he was a mathematician, architect, astronomer, scientist, and musician. and he even invented the helicopter!

Nelson Mandela, written by Isabel Thomas; illustrations by Hannah Warren.

Anti-apartheid revolutionary, politician, and philanthropist, Nelson Mandela's journey from political prisoner to president of South Africa is an incredible tale of triumph in the face of adversity. 2018 marks a hundred years since his birth.

Georgia O'Keeffe, written by Ma Isabel Sánchez Vegara; illustrated by Erica Salcedo.

Discover the incredible life of Georgia O'Keeffe, one of America's greatest artists, in this true story of a talented painter who broke boundaries. As a child, little Georgia viewed the world differently from other people. She roamed outdoors with her sketch book, while other girls played. As an adult, she painted all day. From New York City to New Mexico, she was influenced by the landscapes of her environment. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world.

Joan Procter, dragon doctor: the woman who loved reptiles, written by Patricia Valdez; illustrated by Felicita Sala.

Back in the days of long skirts and afternoon teas, young Joan Procter entertained the most unusual party guests: slithery and scaly ones, who turned over teacups and crawled past the crumpets. While other girls played with dolls, Joan preferred the company of reptiles. She carried her favorite lizard with her everywhere; she even brought a crocodile to school! When Joan grew older, she became the Curator of Reptiles at the British Museum. She went on to design the Reptile House at the London Zoo, including a home for the rumored-to-be-vicious komodo dragons. There, just like when she was a little girl, Joan hosted children's tea parties, with her komodo dragon as the guest of honour.

Aiming up with Kieran Read, David Riley.

Tells the story of Kieran Read, a hardworking, determined young man from South Auckland who, in 2016, became captain of the New Zealand All Blacks rugby team.

Harriet Tubman, written by Ma Isabel Sánchez Vegara; illustrated by Pili Aguado.

Presents information about Harriet Tubman, from her childhood in slavery to brave escape to the North and her work to help others escape slavery.

Galaxy girls: 50 amazing stories of women in space, Libby Jackson.

When Neil Armstrong stepped off the ladder of the lunar module, Eagle, he famously spoke of "one small step for man." But Armstrong would not have reached the moon without the help of women. Today, females across the earth and above it; astronauts and mathematicians, engineers and physicists, test pilots and aerospace psychophysiologists, are pushing the boundaries of human knowledge, helping us to understand the universe and our place in it. Galaxy Girls celebrates more than four dozen extraordinary women from around the globe whose contributions have been fundamental to the story of humankind's quest to reach the stars.

Maya, Incas, and Aztecs, author, Brian Williams; historical consultant, Caroline Dodds Pennock.

Find out about the incredible ancient civilizations of the Americas, right up until the Spanish conquest. Discover the monumental pyramids and mountain cities of the Maya, Inca, and Aztec people. Explore the sites of Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, and Tenochtitlan, learn the pictures of the Mayan language, unearth the history of chocolate, and find out how naughty children were punished with chillis! Peer into the past with amazing illustrations, see some of the most impressive ancient structures in the world, and stock up on facts to amaze your friends with. Packed with information, artefacts, and colourful illustrations, DK findout! Maya, Incas, and Aztecs brings their worlds to life.

National parks of the U.S.A., [written by Kate Siber; illustrated by Chris Turnham].

Take a tour of America's great outdoors and discover the beauty and diversity of its most iconic and majestic national parks. Explore Florida's river-laced Everglades, travel down the white water rapids of the Grand Canyon, trek across the deserts of Death Valley and scale the soaring summits of the Rocky Mountains with this book that brings you up close to nature's greatest adventures. Packed with maps and fascinating facts about the flora and fauna unique to each park, this fully-illustrated coast-to-coast journey documents the nation's most magnificent and sacred places, and shows why they should be preserved for future generations to enjoy. With maps and information about flora and fauna found in each of the 21 icon parks portrayed, this is a fantastic celebration of the great outdoors.

A kids' guide to the American Revolution, Kathleen Krull; illustrated by Anna DiVito.

Introduce young readers to the stakes, challenges, setbacks, and victories involved in the single most important event in our nation's history, the American Revolution. Find out what events led our young nation to go to war with Great Britain and how the Declaration of Independence, the document that continues to shape our civil rights, came to be.

Galapagos Islands, Clive Gifford.

Where would you find the largest tortoise in the world? What is a blue-footed booby? Who discovered the Galapagos? In Focus: Galapagos Islands has the answers! In Focus is a cool information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!

Zok en die vlieënde dokters, Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler.

Paul en Vlekkie, Claire Freedman en Kate Hindley.

Die lappop, Betty Misheiker & Karen Ahlschläger.

Babalela storieboek, Martie Preller; illustrasies deur Andries & Erica Maritz.

By die kermis, uitgedink, gemaak en geskryf deur Karina Schaapman; gefotografeer deur Allard Bovenberg.

By die teater, uitgedink, gemaak en geskryf deur Karina Schaapman; gefotografeer deur Eddo Hartmann.

Bennie Boekwurm vertel lekker stories 2, Louise Smit; illustrasies deur Johann Strauss.

Karel Kraai se kitaar, Louise Smit; geillustreer deur Luan Serfontein.

Sarel Seemonster se avontuur, Louise Smit; geillustreer deur Luan Serfontein.

Nagverse, Koos van der Merwe, Claudi van der Merwe.

Di zi gui, Bai jia xing, Hai tun chuan mei/bian hui.

Petit Ours Brun a un bobo, Marie Aubinais, Danièle Bour.

Le livre d'éveil de T'choupi, Thierry Courtin.

Book of colours, numbers, letters, shapes and opposites.

L'imagier de T'choupi, Thierry Courtin.

Plus de 200 images pour reconnaitre et nommer les objets du quotidien. De grandes scènes a observer. Des jeux d'éveil pour apprendre et s'amuser.

Ce que j'aime vraiment, Astrid Desbordes, Pauline Martin.

Ce matin, Archibald a raté son match. Alors sa maman l'a emmené se promener…

Mon imagier de Paris: d'amour + zoo de Vincennes, Charles Dutertre.

C'est ma maison, texte et illustrations de Philip Giordano; traduction française d'Élisabeth Sebaoun.

Une maison c'est le lieu ou on se sent bien…

Apollon le grillon, Antoon Krings.

"Apollon le grillon est un peu triste depuis que ses ritournelles ne plaisent plus et qu'on ne l'invite plus. Un jour, il croise Eglantine, une petite abeille. Ensemble, ils rendent visite + Mireille et, pour elle, ils improvisent un duo." (www.electre.com).

Marguerite petite reine, Antoon Krings.

Ich hab dich lieb, Papa, Jillian Harker; illustrated by Kristina Stephenson.

Das farbenmonster, Anna Llenas; übersetzt von Edmund Jacoby.

Alpabetong Filipino, tinipon ni Virgilio S.Almario; lginuhit ni Paul Eric Roca.

Ang hukuman ni Sinukuan, muling isinalaysay ni Virgilio S. Almario; orihinal na iginuhit ni Gilbert Torres; muling iginuhit ni Mitzi Villavecer.

Si Hinlalaki, kuwento ni Virgilio S. Almario; guhit ni Hubert B. Fucio.

Hinlalaki (the thumb) is left out of the games with the other fingers because he is different, until they discover just how necessary he is for lifting things.

Enrique el Negro, Carla M. Pacis; isinalin ni Ellen Sicat; iginuhit ni Mel Silvestre.

Papel de liha = Sandpaper, kuwento ni Ompong Remigio; guhit ni Beth Parrocha.

This story honours the mother. Though her hands be roughened by housework, they soften with tenderness when she touches her child.

Kayang-kaya!, Kuwento ni Alyssa Judith Reyes; guhit ni Liza Flores.

Si Jhun-Jhun: noong bago ideklara ang batas militar, kuwento ni Augie Rivera; guhit ni Brian Vallesteros.

Ferdinand Marcos implemented Martial Law in 1972, but protests continued until they ignited People Power Revolution in EDSA in February 1986. With his older brother's involvement and the loss of a slipper, Jhun-Jhun finds himself sadly caught in the middle.

Wigan becomes a sculptor: an Ifugaw myth from the highlands of northern Philippines, retold by Felice Prudente Sta. Maria; illustrated by Robbie Bautista.

Along with other Ifugaw farmers, Wigan farms on the highlands' magnificent payyo. When his crops suddenly and unexpectedly fail, he asks help from the gods in heaven. It is through these gods that Wigan learns to create búl-ol, and begins the art of sculpture.

Si Dong, ang matakaw dudong = Dong, the dudong who ate a lot, Jomike Tejido.

Si Pao, ang mapaglarong tamaraw = Pao, the playful buffalo, Jomike Tejido.

Salusalo para kay kuya, kuwento ni Ergoe Tinio; guhit ni JC Galang.

Ang itim na kuting, kuwento ni Natasha Vizcarra; guhit ni Ferdinand Guevara.

Older Fiction

Beasts & geeks, Joe Ballarini; illustrated by Vivienne To.

Kelly's been a celebrity ever since she defeated the Boogeyman and his army of nightmares on Halloween. But now all the other monsters want revenge. And if Kelly's going to survive Babysitter Bootcamp, she'll have to face the Spider Queen, whose wicked web turns her parents, BFF, and middle-school teachers into mindless minions. All in a night's work!

Lions & liars, Kate Beasley; illustrations by Dan Santat.

Frederick Frederickson has a food-chain theory about life. There are lions, like the school bully. Gazelles, like the bullied kids. There are meerkats, and the fleas that live on the butts of meerkats. Frederick's a flea. Fifth grade is off to a terrible start when Frederick is sent to a disciplinary camp for troublesome boys. His fellow troop mates, Nosebleed, Specs, The Professor, and little-yet-lethal Ant Bite, are terrifying. But in between trust-building exercises and midnight escape attempts, a tenuous friendship grows between them. Which is lucky, because a Category 5 hurricane is coming and everyone will have to work together, lions and fleas alike, to survive!

Heartseeker, Melinda Beatty.

Only Fallow was just six harvests old when she realized that not everyone sees lies. For Only, seeing lies is as beautiful as looking through a kaleidoscope, but telling them is as painful as gnawing on cut glass. Only's family warns her to keep her cunning hidden, but secrets are seldom content to stay secret. When word of Only's ability makes its way to the King, she's plucked from her home at the orchard and brought to the castle at Bellskeep. There she learns that the kingdom is plagued by traitors, and that her task is to help the King distinguish between friend and foe. But being able to see lies doesn't necessarily mean that others aren't able to disguise their dishonesty with cunnings of their own. In the duplicitous, power-hungry court, the truth is Only's greatest weapon, and her greatest weakness.

Willa of the wood, Robert Beatty.

In the late 1800s, a twelve-year-old nightspirit living in the Great Smoky Mountains despairs as homesteaders destroy her forest habitat, until a chance encounter with a "day-folk" man changes everything she thought she knew about her people and their greatest enemy.

Drum roll, please, Lisa Jenn Bigelow.

Find the confidence to rock out to your own beat in this big-hearted middle grade novel. Not to be missed by fans of Raina Telgemeier's Drama and Tim Federle's Better Nate Than Ever! Melly only joined the school band because her best friend, Olivia, begged her to. But to her surprise, quiet Melly loves playing the drums. It's the only time she doesn't feel like a mouse. Now she and Olivia are about to spend the next two weeks at Camp Rockaway, jamming under the stars in the Michigan woods. But this summer brings a lot of big changes for Melly: her parents split up, her best friend ditches her, and Melly finds herself unexpectedly falling for another girl at camp. To top it all off, Melly's not sure she has what it takes to be a real rock 'n' roll drummer. Will she be able to make music from all the noise in her heart?

The Penderwicks at last, Jeanne Birdsall.

Nine years, five older siblings, a few beloved dogs, and an endless array of adventures–these are the things that have shaped Lydia's journey since readers first met her in The Penderwicks in Spring. Now it's summertime, and eleven-year-old Lydia is dancing at the bus stop, waiting for big sister Batty to get home from college. This is a very important dance and a very important wait because the two youngest sisters are about to arrive home to find out that the Penderwicks will all be returning to Arundel this summer, the place where it all began. And better still is the occasion: a good old-fashioned, homemade-by-Penderwicks wedding.

Between, Adele Broadbent.

Olly's obsession with the weird and paranormal leads him to approach Mad Martha, an encounter that reveals unexpected family secrets and intrigue.

Strays like us, Cecilia Galante.

Twelve-year-old Winifred is being fostered by the eccentric but kind Margery Dawson while her mother is dealing with addiction problems, and mostly Fred is determined not to form any attachments to anybody, until the condition of Toby, the abused dog next door, captures first her attention and then her heart, and somehow it becomes increasingly difficult to stay detached from the people who are helping her.

The wizard's dog fetches the Grail, Eric Kahn Gale; illustrated by Dave Phillips.

When Lord Oberon's evil worms threaten to eat all magic in existence, Nosewise, the talking dog and wizard-in-training, and his human pack, the street urchin Arthur, the sorceress Morgana, and his beloved master Merlin, must find the Holy Grail, the one item that can save them all.

The creature of the pines, Adam Gidwitz; illustrated by Hatem Aly; created by Jesse Casey, Adam Gidwitz, and Chris Smith.

Elliot Eisner isn't exactly excited about starting at a brand-new school in a brand-new town; he'd much rather stay at home and read a book. But things take an unexpected turn when he finds out his weird new teacher, Professor Fauna, has planned a field trip for Elliot's very first day. Along with a new friend-brave, outspoken Uchenna Devereaux-Elliot gets caught up in a secret group of adventurers, The Unicorn Rescue Society, whose goal is to protect and defend the world's mythical creatures. Together with Professor Fauna, Elliot and Uchenna must help rescue a Jersey Devil from a duo of conniving, greedy billionaires, the Schmoke Brothers.

Sandapalooza shake-up, Chris Grabenstein; illustrated by Kelly Kennedy.

Life's a vacation when you live in the world's wackiest motel! P.T. and his best friend, Gloria, are getting ready for St. Pete Beach's first-ever Sandapalooza! The Wonderland's biggest rival, the Conch Reef Resort, is doing everything it can to win the sand sculpture contest, but P.T. has bigger problems: The Wonderland has opened a new restaurant; the Banana Shack, and running a restaurant is harder than it looks! And to make matters worse, a royal guest's priceless tiara has gone missing, and the prime suspect is the Wonderland's beloved housekeeper! Can P.T. and Gloria win the contest, keep the restaurant going, and clear Clara's name?

The wind in the willows, Kenneth Grahame; illustrated by John Burningham.

The entertaining riverbank exploits of Mole, Water Rat, Badger and the incorrigible Toad. When Mole goes boating with Ratty instead of doing his spring-cleaning, he discovers a whole new world. As well as adventures on the river and in the Wild Wood, there are high jinks on the open road with that reckless ruffian, Mr Toad of Toad Hall. Ratty, Mole, Badger and Toad become the firmest of friends, but after Toad's latest escapade, can they join together and beat the wretched weasels once and for all?

Everything else in the universe, Tracy Holczer.

In 1971, twelve-year-old Lucy Rossi's dad returns from Vietnam after losing part of his arm, and her whole family must learn to adjust to a new dynamic, but Lucy's friend Milo unknowingly helps her navigate through this difficult time of fear and uncertainty to realize she is much tougher than she thought.

A world below, Wesley King.

Mr. Baker's eighth grade class thought they were in for a normal field trip to Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico, but their journey takes a terrifying turn when an earthquake hits and the students are plunged into a frigid underground lake, forcing them to fight for survival and find their way back above ground.

The not-so-boring letters of private nobody, Matthew Landis.

Seventh grader Oliver, a Civil War buff and weekend reenactor, is partnered with two misfits; Ella, who is on the verge of failing all her classes, and Kevin, who is Oliver's lunch companion, to create a documentary about the wartime experience of a Civil War contemporary, and while they conduct research in local historical societies, collaborate on a script, and edit the film, they discover secrets about their Pennsylvania soldier and learn how to be friends with each other.

The Spinner prince, Matt Laney.

Prince Leo is next in line for the throne of Singara, a land ruled by super-evolved felines. Like every thirteen-year-old, Leo must prove his worth by hunting a deadly beast called a slaycon. But killing a slaycon is the least of Leo's problems. The enemy beyond the Great Wall is rising up. Inside the wall, Singara is being torn apart by Leo's rebellious cousin. Worst of all, Leo is a Spinner, cursed with a dangerous and forbidden power he can't control. The future of Singara is in Leo's hands. Can he conceal his curse, claim the throne, and protect his realm? Or will he embrace his power and discover a far greater destiny; for himself and for his world?

The edge of the world, Steven Lochran.

Joss, Hero and Drake are prentice paladeros, cowboy-knights that ride dinosaurs and might one day fight to protect their kingdom. But trouble is brewing in Thunder Realm, and the young friends will be called to battle even sooner than they realise. Joss and his Bladebound brethren have worked hard to earn their paladero training, from battling bloodthirsty witches and monsters to hunting down a gang of vicious kidnapping pyrates. But when the three friends travel to Hero's old order, Blade's Edge Acres, to continue their training, they are faced with a new challenge: Hero's mentor, Lord Haven, is dead. And it looks like he may have been murdered. As the trio investigate Haven's death, they uncover a sinister plot that threatens all of Thunder Realm. But with dark figures circling ever closer, do the three young prentices have any chance of saving the kingdom, let alone themselves?

How to Bee, Bren MacDibble.

Sometimes bees get too big to be up in the branches, sometimes they fall and break their bones. This week both happened and Foreman said, 'Tomorrow we'll find two new bees.' In a world where real bees are extinct, the quickest, bravest kids climb the fruit trees and pollinate the flowers by hand. All Peony really wants is to be a bee - dancing along the high branches and helping her gramps and sister scratch out a living. Life on the farm is a scrabble, but there is enough to eat and a place to sleep, and there is love. Then Peony's mother arrives to take her away from everything she has ever known, and all Peony's grit and quick thinking might not be enough to keep her safe.

The frame-up, Wendy McLeod MacKnight.

Filled with shady characters, devious plots, and a grand art heist, this inventive mystery-adventure celebrates art and artists and is perfect for fans of Night at the Museum and Blue Balliett's Chasing Vermeer. There's one important rule at the Beaverbrook Gallery'don't let anyone know the paintings are alive. Mona Dunn, forever frozen at thirteen when her portrait was painted by William Orpen, has just broken that rule. Luckily twelve-year-old Sargent Singer, an aspiring artist himself, is more interested in learning about the vast and intriguing world behind the frame than he is in sharing her secret. And when Mona and Sargent suspect shady dealings are happening behind the scenes at the gallery, they set out to find the culprit. They must find a way to save the gallery, and each other, before they are lost forever.

Not so normal Norbert, James Patterson with Joey Green; illustrated by Hatem Aly.

Norbert Riddle lives in the United State of Earth, where normal means following the rules, never standing out, and being exactly the same as everyone else, down to the plain gray jumpsuits he wears everyday. He's been normal his whole life, until a moment of temporary hilarity when he does a funny impression of their dictator, Loving Leader and gets caught! Now, Norbert's been arrested and banished to planet Zorquat 3 in the Orion Nebula, where kids who defy the rules roam free in the Astronuts camp. Norbert has been taught his whole life that different is wrong, but everyone at Astronuts is crazy, creative, and insane! Norbert wants nothing more than to go back to earth where things are awful but at least they're familiar. But he soon realizes that being different could be better and maybe the crazy farm is exactly where he belongs after all.

Pip Bartlett's guide to sea monsters, Jackson Pearce & Maggie Stiefvater.

Pip and Tomas visit a seaside showplace filled with magical sea creatures and find themselves surrounded by a menagerie of fantastic specimens before becoming entangled in a mystery involving a naughty sea monster that might not be staying in its tank.

Star Wars. Before the awakening, written by Greg Rucka; illustrated by Phil Noto.

Reveals the origins of a doubtful stormtrooper for the First Order called FN-2187, a young scavenger on the desert planet of Jakku who calls herself Rey, and a hotshot Republic pilot named Poe Dameron, before they become involved in the major conflicts disrupting the galaxy.

Hyacinth and the stone thief, Jacob Sager Weinstein.

Now that Hyacinth Hayward knows about the enchanted rivers under London, she's determined to find out more. Unfortunately, London isn't cooperating. Instead, Hyacinth stumbles on a new adversary; a girl who is trying to steal all the ancient stones that keep the city in balance. A girl with glowing, magical fingers, whose entire body is tattooed with spells. A girl called Minnie Tickle. (What? Were you expecting something more fearsome?) To stop her, Hyacinth will need help from stone itself; specifically, a giant talking lion statue and his talking statue friends. Can this enthusiastic but scattered company defeat Minnie before London sinks like a stone?

The best baker in the world, Raja Sen; illustrations by Vishal K. Bharadwaj.

When a beloved baker finds himself in a soup, his three children must rally around to save the day.

The book case: an Emily Lime mystery, Dave Shelton.

Daphne is off to St Rita's, an exclusive girls' boarding school. It sounds awfully respectable and Daphne herself is awfully respectable too. She loves to read, and is delighted to be offered the chance to interview for Librarian's assistant's assistant immediately upon arrival. But it turns out nothing is quite what you'd expect at St Rita's; you can't trust a padlock if the fourth graders are around, the floor has holes from cannonballs, the smell in the dining room is disgustingly foul, and Daphne discovers the librarian doesn't really exist. But there is a librarian's assistant, Emily Lime. And she's really a crime-solving genius, who's looking for a new assistant of her own. And booksmart Daphne is just the girl for the job, because mystery and intrigue are about to strike St Rita's and Emily Lime is going to need all the help she can get.

Grump: the (fairly) true tale of Snow White and the seven dwarves, Liesl Shurtliff.

Ever since he was a dwarfling, Borlen (nicknamed Grump) has dreamed of visiting The Surface, so when opportunity knocks, he leaves his cavern home behind. At first, life aboveground is a dream come true. Queen Elfrieda Veronika Ingrid Lenore (E.V.I.L.) is the best friend Grump always wanted, feeding him all the rubies he can eat and allowing him to rule at her side. But as time goes on, Grump starts to suspect that Queen E.V.I.L. may not be as nice as she seems. When the queen commands him to assist in a fiendish plot against her stepdaughter, Snow White, Grump is in over his head. He's bound by magic to help the queen, but also to protect Snow White. As if that wasn't stressful enough, the queen keeps bugging him for updates through her magic mirror! He'll have to dig deep to find a way out of this pickle, and that's enough to make any dwarf Grumpy indeed.

The carnivorous carnival, Lemony Snicket; illustrations by Brett Helquist.

On the run as suspected murderers, the unlucky Baudelaire orphans find themselves trapped in the Caligari Carnival, where they must masquerade as freaks in order to hide from the evil Count Olaf.

The lost continent, Tui T. Sutherland.

For centuries there have been rumors of another continent on the dragons' planet, another land far across the ocean, populated by tribes of dragons very different from those we know. But there's never been any evidence, and most dragons dismissed the rumors as fairy tales. Until now. Because it turns out the stories are true. And the other tribes are coming.

Spindrift and the orchid, Emma Trevayne.

When a man walks into her grandfather's curiosity shop and asks about a black orchid, Spindrift turns him away. She's never seen such a thing. Until one night it appears. Spindrift, an orphan, has one keepsake from her parents; a clear glass orb. Except it's not quite clear anymore. She watches as a black orchid forms inside the crystal. Then the flower blooms into a towering woman in a dress of midnight silk and air, a woman with the power to grant wishes. It's fun, at first. But having everything you want is hard to hide. And soon, Spindrift, and her orchid, are being hunted. Left running for her life, Spindrift must ask herself who her parents really were, and whether a wish is really just a curse in disguise.

The long-lost home, Maryrose Wood; illustrated by Eliza Wheeler.

Unhappy Penelope Lumley is trapped in unhappy Plinkst! Even the beets for which Plinkst is inexplicably famous fail to grow in this utterly miserable Russian village. Penelope anxiously counts the days and wonders how she will ever get back to England in time to save all the Ashtons–who, she now knows, include herself and the Incorrigible children, although their precise location on the family tree is still a mystery–from their accursèd fate. Her daring scheme to escape sends her on a wildly unexpected journey. But time is running out, and the not-really-dead Edward Ashton is still on the loose. His mad obsession with the wolfish curse on the Ashtons puts Penelope and the Incorrigibles in dire peril. As Penelope fights her way back to her beloved pupils, the three brave Incorrigibles endure their gloomy new tutor and worriedly prepare for the arrival of Lady Constance's baby. Little do they know the danger they're in! In this action-packed conclusion to the acclaimed series, mysteries are solved and long-lost answers are found. Only one question remains: Will Penelope and the Incorrigibles find a way to undo the family curse in time, or will the next full moon be their last?

Twelve nights, Andrew Zurcher.

Kay and her little sister, Eloise, never imagined that their standard icy Christmas Eve in Cambridge would be the start of a twelve-night odyssey. Kay's father is working late, as usual. Fed up, her mother bundles her daughters into the car and drives to her husband's Cambridge college to collect him herself. But when they arrive, the staff claim that nobody by his name has ever worked there. Kay is puzzled by her mother's reaction; silent tears, not anger and confusion. And what is even more puzzling is the card on her pillow when they return home: Will O. de Wisp, Gent. F.H.S.P. and Phillip R. T. Gibbet, Gent. F.H.S.P. K.Bith. Removals. That night, Kay is woken by voices at her window: the voices of Will and Phillip, the Removers. But they are not human. And Kay shouldn't be able to see them. Except she can.

Picture Books

199 things at the seaside, [edited by Holly Bathie].

Discover and name lots of things you might find at the seaside, from sandcastles, ice cream and sunglasses, to crabs, limpets and sea urchins. The book is organised into themed pages, including a rock pool, on the cliffs, out at sea and on the pier. Great for developing vocabulary and language skills.

The girls, Lauren Ace, Jenny Løvlie.

Four little girls meet under an apple tree and form a bond that grows as they share secrets, dreams, worries and schemes. This beautifully illustrated tale charts the girls' lives through ups and downs and laughter and tears. Find out how their friendship flourishes as the years pass by and the girls become women.

Milo's hat trick, Jon Agee.

Milo the Magnificent's magic act isn't so magnificent after all, until he meets a bear who teaches him the secret to the perfect hat trick.

Terrific, story and pictures by Jon Agee.

Baby on board, Allan Ahlberg; illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark.

Once, many years ago, there was a baby, in his pram, with his sisters and their sandwiches and lemonade and toys. A lyrical and epic story about a baby and a trio of toys, and their adventure on the high seas.

A hippy-hoppy toad, written by Peggy Archer; illustrated by Anne Wilsdorf.

A tiny toad suddenly finds himself in a tree then, as other creatures startle him with a peck, a buzz, or a bump, he hops to new locations along the road.

How to train the perfect parents, Rebecca Ashdown.

It's easy just follow Mimi's simple steps. Sometimes, Mimi's parents don't seem to get the hang of all that training, but Mimi knows her rigorous routine of strict discipline has worked when her parents agree to get her a puppy. Suddenly the roles are reversed and Mimi has to learn that being trained is sometimes very hard work.

Junkyard, Mike Austin.

Munching Machines enter a huge junkyard and consume all of the waste, then smooth the ground, plant trees and flowers, create a lake and playground, and much more.

One day on our blue planet …in the ocean, Ella Bailey.

The series focused on the way our young animal friends spend a day continues with an adventurous dolphin calf, as she explores the vast Pacific ocean with her mother and meets the many wonderful water dwelling creatures that live there.

Who's up in the air?: is it the little bear?, [illustrated by Stephen Barker].

Who's driving the train? Who's wet in the rain? This adorable book is full of rhyming questions for little children to answer by looking at and talking about the charming illustrations. A lovely way to encourage young children form sentences and improve their language skills, and a delightful book to enjoy together.

Stanley the builder, William Bee.

What a job for Stanley he's building a house for his friend, Myrtle. He will need his digger and his bulldozer and his cement mixer! He will also need his friend, Charlie to help. But will they manage to build the whole house? Join Stanley and friends for a hard-working adventure in this colourful new series from William Bee.

Stanley's garage, William Bee.

Ring! Ring! Another phone call for Stanley's Garage, but can he fix all the cars with problems today? There's an overheating radiator, a flat tyre, and a bit of an oily mess! What a job for Stanley and his pick-up truck.

Snail mail, Samantha Berger; pictures by Julia Patton.

A long, long time ago, before email and texting, the mail was delivered in a much slower way-it was called Snail Mail (because some thought it was delivered by a snail). Although it took much longer, everyone agreed that letters were a little more special when they were delivered by Snail Mail. They might be handwritten. They might include a drawing. They might even contain a surprise inside! One such letter was sent by a Girl to the Boy she loved, and it was up to four special snails to deliver her card across the country.

Stanley Paste, Aaron Blabey.

"Stanley Paste is small. Really small. And he hates it. But when a new girl arrives at school, and she is really tall, Stanley begins to learn that perhaps being small is not so bad after all and perhaps between the two of them, it doesn't matter at all."–Provided by publisher.

Sea, [illustrated by Allison Black].

What will you find under the sea? This stimulating lift-the-flap book is full of touch and feel fun to help develop your baby's sensory awareness.

Zoo, [illustrated by Allison Black].

Take a trip to the Zoo! Lift the giant flaps to reveal the zoo animals and touch lots of exciting textures beneath!

Angelica Sprocket's pockets, Quentin Blake.

Angelica Sprocket lives next door. Her overcoat has pockets galore! And you'll never guess what's in them…Prepare to be surprised, thrilled and tickled pink by Angelica Sprocket's never-ending pockets, and the marvellous things she keeps in them!.

Digger, Benedict Blathwayt.

Alf and his digger arrive on the back of a lorry. There's lots to do at the building site and the digger is soon moving huge mounds of earth.

Tractor, Benedict Blathwayt.

Ride with Ted in his tractor as he drives into the farmyard and then heads off to the fields to help move the big bales of hay. It's tough work, so Ted is ready for his tea at the end of a busy day.

Anteaters, Megan Borgert-Spaniol.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces anteaters to young readers through leveled text and related photos."

Baby raccoons, Megan Borgert-Spaniol.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces baby raccoons to young readers through leveled text and related photos"– Provided by publisher.

Tree frogs, Chris Bowman.

The colors of most tree frogs help them blend in with their surroundings. But when startled, some tree frogs shock predators with their brightly colored eyes. Beginning readers will be surprised by other cool facts about tree frogs in this eye-catching title. Each audio-enabled VOX Book has an audio reader with complete narration permanently attached inside the front cover. It's ready for listening directly from the book–no CD, no computer, no tablet.

Raj and the best day ever!, Seb Braun.

Raj and Dad are going on an adventure. They are both very excited and they plan a list of all the things they will do. But then, disaster strikes! Dad has left his wallet at home and Raj thinks their day will be ruined. But maybe Raj and Dad can still have a perfect day. All they need is their imaginations and each other's company. This picture book celebrates the relationship between a dad and his son with warm, tender artwork from the illustrator of Spinderella.

The hole story, Paul Bright, Bruce Ingman.

When Hamish and Hermione hole are chased out of the cheese where they live, they search the palace for a new place to call home. But the holes cause havoc wherever they go no one wants holes in their knickers, bike wheel or boat! Exhausted, the pair rest in a piece of wood, only to be discovered by the palace carpenter, who knows that holes can be really useful especially when you are making beautiful musical instruments.

Ten little robots, Mike Brownlow, Simon Rickerty.

Ten little robots all say, "Beep!" Ten little robots set off on a hilarious, madcap adventure through a fantastical factory in this wonderfully wacky rhyming romp with sirens, engines, and plenty of gadgets, levers and utter chaos along the way!

Pine & Boof: the lucky leaf, Ross Burach.

Frog and Toad meets Elephant and Piggie in the first installment of a humorous and heartfelt new picture book series about the adventures of Boof the bear and Pine the porcupine, from the acclaimed author-illustrator of There's a Giraffe in My Soup and I Am Not a Chair! One blustery day, Boof the bear's lucky red leaf gets swept away by the wind. Fortunately for him, Pine the porcupine just happens to walk by with his lucky compass-and the two set off on an adventure to find the lost leaf, only to discover true friendship in the process. In a tale both silly and sweet, Pine & Boof: The Lucky Leaf tells the story of an unlikely friendship through highly original characters and vibrant illustrations that are impossible not to love.

Picnic, John Burningham.

One day Boy and Girl go out for a picnic. They meet all sorts of creatures along the way some come with them and some chase them, but whatever happens, today will be a day for Adventure!

I am enough, Grace Byers; pictures by Keturah A. Bobo.

Shares a story of loving who you are, respecting others and being kind to one another.

Cloud conductor, Kellie Byrnes, Ann-Marie Finn.

Frankie loves to just sit and watch the clouds. She conducts symphonies in the sky and listens to the melodies that only she can hear. As the seasons pass, Frankie is taken away from her bedroom on the tales she creates. Even when illness means she can't leave her bed, Frankie can escape to the beach with shimmering waves or the outback with thundering horses. Readers will be enchanted as they learn to become cloud conductors too, no matter where they are or what situation they are in. Cloud Conductor inspires imagination that can be shared over and over.

The truth about my unbelievable school…, Davide Cali; Benjamin Chaud [illustrator].

Beware of this school?! Henry is taking his new classmate on a whirlwind tour of their school. Mysterious inventions lurk, the cafeteria requires ninja skills, and some teachers may be monsters! Is this fantastical school to be believed? Or is there an even more outrageous surprise in store?

Can you?: a touch-and-feel book, Rod Campbell.

This early starter encourages participation from your child. By looking, touching and feeling, they will be able to do what the baby does. To 'Can you?' the answer will be 'Yes, I can!'.

My day: a first words book, Rod Campbell.

My day supports your child in learning the names of objects familiar to them from their busy day. Each page has items to name and search for in the picture including a teddy to find every time

My very first book of shapes, Eric Carle.

An atlas of imaginary places, Mia Cassany, Ana de Lima; [translation: Paul Kelly].

Upside-down mountains, volcanoes that spew bubble gum, a gentle humpback whale keeping an entire city afloat. These and other wonderful worlds may not exist on Earth, but elsewhere–who knows? Each spread of this captivating book invites readers on a fantastic voyage. Ana de Lima's whimsical, softly colored illustrations are filled with surprising details that reward close examination, while Mia Cassany's soothing narrator is a nameless fellow traveler.

The selfish crocodile, Faustin Charles and Michael Terry.

Every morning a very large and very snappy crocodile shouts this selfish message: 'Stay away from my river! It's my river! If you come in my river, I'll eat you all!' The animals in the forest don't know what to do. They are frightened of the crocodile. Even the fish, tadpoles, frogs, crabs and crayfish stay out of the water. Until one day the creatures are woken by a loud groaning sound which turns out to be the selfish crocodile in a lot of pain, and the smallest of them all, a little mouse, finds a way to solve their snappy dilemma!

Thirteen, Remy Charlip & Jerry Joyner.

Thirteen picture stories of a magic show, a sea disaster, and other dramas develop separately but simultaneously.

Colour my days, Ross Collins.

Emmy & Jeff live in a black and white world. But suddenly, the week has started with a splash of yellow and each new day brings a new colour into Emmy & Jeff's lives. Join them as they explore all the colours in the rainbow! An appealing & evocative introduction to colour for young children.

Alpacas with maracas, Matt Cosgrove.

Macca and his best pal, Al enter a talent content. Shaking and shimmying, they give it their best and put on a performance to remember!

Macca the alpaca, Matt Cosgrove.

Macca the Alpaca is small, kind and friendly. His days are easy and carefree until he accidentally bumps head-first into Harmer the llama. Harmer is big, unkind and never, ever friendly. Can little Macca find a way to teach Harmer a lesson he'll never forget?

Click, clack, quack to school!, Doreen Cronin; illustrated by Betsy Lewin.

When Farmer Brown and the animals are invited to Farm Day at school, he instructs them to be on their best behaviour, forgetting that school can be like a barnyard.

The town of Turtle, words by Michelle Cuevas; pictures by Cátia Chien.

Lonely Turtle's only friend is his shadow until he decides to build a deck, then a garden, then houses and other buildings until, while he naps, new friends arrive.

The little ice cream truck, Margery Cuyler; illustrated by Bob Kolar.

Everyone smiles when the little ice cream truck, loaded up with tasty treats, shows up at parties, baseball games, parks, and zoos.

The fox on the swing, Evelina Daciūtė, Aušra Kiudulaitė.

Learn about family, happiness, and friendship in this hope-filled children's book. Our story starts with a boy named Paul, who lives in a cozy treehouse in a big city with his family. And then something unexpected happens Paul befriends a wise, friendly fox on a walk home from the bakery. The fox gives Paul a space to think about what makes him happy and what friendship means all in the pages of a bright and quirky storybook. Join Paul and the fox while helping young readers decide what makes them happy. Illustrated in color throughout.

Roald Dahl's 123, illustrated by Quentin Blake.

Count from 1 to 10 with the Enormous Crocodile in this first Roald Dahl board book!

Roald Dahl's opposites, illustrated by Quentin Blake.

Lift the flaps to find the opposites with the enormous crocodile.

Titan the Truck, Joy H. Davidson; pictures by Scott Tulloch.

Titan is big red truck. He pulls all kind of things. He's big and strong and powerful, and shines with lots of bling! People! They depend on him for mail, for food and freight … 'Cause Titan pulls the trailers, with loads that can't be late! A fun readalong and singalong story about the importance of dedication, friendship and teamwork.

Llama Llama loves to read, Anna Dewdney and Reed Duncan; illustrated by JT Morrow.

Throughout the school day, the teacher helps Llama Llama and the other children practice their letters, shows word cards, reads stories, and brings them to the library where they can all choose a favorite book. By the end of the day, Llama Llama is recognizing words and can't wait to show Mama Llama that he's becoming a reader!

Hide-and-seek Pig; and, Postman Bear: two lift-the-flap stories, Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler.

Pig and Hen are playing hide-and-seek. But where on earth could Hen be? Lift the flaps and help Pig find out where she is hiding. Then join Bear as he delivers letters to his friends Frog, Squirrel and Mole and lift the flaps to see Bear's special birthday surprise!

Something fishy, Polly Dunbar.

Like all cats, this cat absolutely loves fish. But what do you do when your owners start acting strangely? They don't seem to understand the importance of fish any more. They are too busy buying tiny clothes, gathering colourful toys, and redecorating in pastel colours. And one owner in particular seems to be getting a lot bigger. The adorable cat's journey from jealousy and anxiety to love and acceptance will appeal to any child with a new brother or sister on the way! The perfect story for cat lovers everywhere, and for families with a new arrival.

These are animals, Daniel Egnéus.

Travel through the misty meadows, enchanting forests and sparkling seas to meet the animals that live there and find out what they do.

Ben and the scaredy-dog, written by Sarah Ellis; illustrated by Kim LaFave.

New neighbours are moving in across the street, and Ben can't wait to go say hello and make friends. That is, until he notices that this family has a pet dog. Ben isn't so sure around dogs. The big jaws and big teeth make him nervous. But what Ben doesn't realize is that Max is an "old scaredy-dog" who feels nervous too. Can Ben overcome his fear and come to see eye-to-eye with a new kind of friend?

How the Borks became, words by Jonathan Emmett; pictures by Elys Dolan.

Borks live on a planet quite like our own Earth. They have shaggy yellow fur and long thin necks. But once they had short blue fur and almost no necks at all. How could this happen? Well, it didn't come about all at once. Jonathan Emmett tells a delightful story in verse about the Borks and all the things that happened to make them gradually look quite different, while still remaining Borks. And by the end of the story, the reader will have a very good notion of how Evolution by natural selection works.

Beware the monster, Michaël Escoffier, Amandine Piu; [translated by Paula Ayer].

In this book, young children are introduced to a ravenous monster that eats everything in its path. Apples, leaves, trees, and even cows don't stand a chance as he ploughs his way through the woods satisfying his enormous appetite. Who will his next victim be? Be careful! His favourite dish is little children! But don't worry. The surprise ending will make children sigh with relief and laugh out loud.

Picking pickle, Polly Faber & Clara Vulliamy.

It can be a pickle to pick the right dog. Take a guided tour of the dogs' home with one characterful canine he's been there the longest and knows everyone, so he'll make sure you bring home the perfect companion. Will it be hungry Harvey, who eats everything? Or clever Dumpling, who can chew through the crossword in record time? Or sporty Boo-Boo, as bouncy as a ball? How about Poochy Petunia Wuffles-Winstanley, the poshest pet in the pound? oh it's so hard to choose. What a pickle!

Astrophysics for babies, Chris Ferrie and Julia Kregenow.

Written by an expert, Astrophysics for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to the study of how physics and chemistry affect heavenly bodies in space.

Jane Foster's springtime, Jane Foster.

This beautiful board book is the perfect introduction to Springtime. From daffodils to Easter eggs, explore the vibrant artwork created by acclaimed artist Jane Foster.

Ella Kazoo will not go to sleep, Lee Fox & Cathy Wilcox.

Animobiles: animals on the mooove, words and pictures by Maddie Frost.

Some vehicles go VROOM! Some animals say ROAR! Put them both together, let's find out what's in store! Imagine a different kind of hybrid on wheels: animal-vehicle! The subway-snake slithers for commuters, the cow-cars stop to graze in the field, the bear-bus scoots to the den, and much more. What could be better than a mash-up of two of the best things: animals that roar and things that vroom?!

Tilly's reef adventure, written and illustrated by Rhonda N. Garward.

Tilly's Reef Adventure is a delightful lift-the-flap book about a baby Green Turtle who, against the odds, makes it into the ocean and begins her journey in the seas of the Great Barrier Reef, meeting friends and foe along the way.

Little Owl's first day, Debi Gliori, Alison Brown.

It's a big day for Little Owl. His first day at school. Little Owl doesn't want a big day though. He'd rather stay at home and have fun with Mummy and Baby Owl. But at school he gets to build a rocket, learn to fly and even make a tiny new friend. Maybe big days spent with friends can be lots of fun after all!

Just imagine, words by Pippa Goodhart; pictures by Nick Sharratt.

Just imagine what it would be like to be as small as a mouse; or as big as a house. Imagine exploring the depths of the ocean, travelling into the past or the future or something even stranger. This wonderfully inventive and interactive book allows a child to tell their own story, combining new elements each time. And with intricately detailed illustrations for parent and child to pore over together, this really is a book to share time and time again.

No swimming for Nelly, Valeri Gorbachev.

Nelly loves to wear her swimsuit but the thought of swimming scares her, that is until Grandma, who just so happens to be a swimming champion, helps Nelly realize she has nothing to fear.

Monster trucks, Nick Gordon.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces monster trucks to young readers through leveled text and related photos"– Provided by publisher.

Is it a mermaid?, story by Candy Gourlay; pictures by Francesca Chessa.

Set in the Philippines, this picture book is about a very magical dugong who thinks she's a mermaid.

Bear's scare, Jacob Grant.

Bear likes to keep his house clean and tidy. In fact, the only thing Bear loves more than cleaning is taking care of his small stuffed friend, Ursa. Then Bear sees a sticky spiderweb and where there's a web there is certainly a spider! The messy guest must be found, but what Bear and Ursa finally discover might just be an unlikely friend. Opposites attract in this adorable story, where new friends come in all shapes and sizes.

"You're called what?!", Kes Gray + Nikki Dyson.

Ice Cream Cone Worm. Monkeyface Prickleback. Pink Fairy Armadillo. Youre called what?! Welcome to the Ministry of Silly Animal Names where all the creatures have one thing in common: they want to change their names. A unique and rip-roaringly funny, tongue-twisting story full of weird and wonderful real creatures and facts at the end that will amaze.

Between tick and tock, Louise Greig, Ashling Lindsay.

High above the bustle of the city, are eyes that watch, and hands that know, it's time to pause the clock and for one tiny second between tick and tock, the city stops! Liesel notices the things that everyone else is too busy to see. When she hears a stray whimper and watches a lonely boy on a roundabout, she decides it's time to pause the clock and lend a helping hand. While the city freezes, Liesel quietly carries out little acts of kindness and breathes colour, life and happiness back into the city.

The second sky, written by Patrick Guest; illustrated by Jonathan Bentley.

The first thing Gilbert sees when he hatches from his egg is the sky. It is love at first sight and from that moment on Gilbert longs to fly like other birds. But Penguins don't fly, they waddle, and so begins Gilbert's quest to find his place in the world. Great things happen when we reach for the sky.

My grandfather's war, Glyn Harper & Jenny Cooper.

"A poignant story about a Vietnam veteran and his relationship with his granddaughter. The young girl senses her grandfather's pain and is curious to find out the cause. She discovers her grandfather's sadness is a legacy of the Vietnam War and his experiences there. This is a sensitive exploration of the cost of war on those who serve"–Publisher information.

Lunch on a pirate ship, Caryl Hart and Kristina Stephenson.

Come with Jack on a quest for the perfect lunch you never know who you might meet! Jack doesn't want to eat his boring old lunch. He'd rather have lunch on a pirate ship! But what do pirates actually eat?? Rotten fish stew eeuuuwwww! And so begins a rollicking, imaginative adventure over sea, through caves and into the lair of a troll before Jack decides that actually Mum's cooking is pretty good after all.

Star in the jar, Sam Hay, [illustrated by] Sarah Massini.

When a little boy stumbles across a special star, he puts it in a jar and takes it on adventures. Together with his big sister, he takes his special treasure with him everywhere; to the cinema, to the swimming pool and even to the toilet! But the poor star is sad and misses its home. Can the little boy and his big sister find a way to send the star safely back?

Alfie: (the turtle that disappeared), Thyra Heder.

Told from the perspective of both the girl, Nia, and her pet turtle, Alfie, and describes what happens when he disappears on the eve of her seventh birthday to find her a special present.

In the middle of fall, Kevin Henkes; illustrated by Laura Dronzek.

"Introduces concepts and vocabulary of fall–autumn colors, changes in plants and animals … and wind, which soon leads to the next season."

Stegothesaurus, Bridget Heos; illustrated by T.L. McBeth.

Stegothesaurus has little in common with his fellow dinosaurs until he meets an allosaurus that seems as hungry for synonyms as he is.

If the S in moose comes loose, story by Peter Hermann; pictures by Matthew Cordell.

When Moose loses the last two letters of his name and disappears, Cow begs, borrows, and steals to find the necessary letters so that she can be reunited with her best friend.

Corals, Ann Herriges.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to corals. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Dolphins, Ann Herriges.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to dolphins. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Jellyfish, Ann Herriges.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to jellyfish. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Octopuses, Ann Herriges.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce beginning readers to Octopuses. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Spot's tractor, Eric Hill.

Rumble rumble beep! Spot is having a great day out on the farm, riding in the tractor and helping out with lots of jobs. But when Spot comes across a lost lamb, will he be able to save the day and find its mother? This entertaining story, featuring the much-loved Spot, is a perfect introduction to the fun of the farm. And the tractor-shaped board with moving wheels means its fun to read and to play with!

Of course you can! = Ka taea tonu e koe!, Karen Hinge; nā Ngaere Roberts I whakamāori; illustrated by Nicky Sievert.

Jeremy is staring at a new school. He's not too sure about how he will fit in. But the other students make him welcome and every time he thinks he can't do something they say "off course you can!". That is until the day they go to the swimming pool.

Vehicles ABC, Jannie Ho.

As well as first letter sounds to say out loud, there are bright pictures featuring lots of familiar vehicles to spot and talk about, providing hours of first-word fun!

When the moon smiled, Petr Horáček.

One night on the farm everything is topsy-turvy and the moon will only smile when things are put right. It's time for him to light the stars, one by one. This deeply satisfying counting story twinkles with warmth and ingenuity. Interactive and great fun, this book combines die-cut pages and peek-through holes.

Possum and the summer storm, words and pictures by Anne Hunter.

After their home is swept away in a summer flood, Possum and his children build a new home with the help of the other animals.

Tropical Terry, Jarvis.

Terry wants to stand out. But, in Coral Reef City, it's sometimes better to blend in.

Barney, words, Catherine Jinks; pictures, Stephen Michael King.

Barney loves cat food. Barney loves greens. Barney loves bacon and biscuits and beans. An extremely lovable book by two award-winning Australian children's book creators about an adorable family dog that will eat anything.

All kinds of planes: a book, Carl Johanson.

This partly true, partly fictitious book from the wonderfully wacky mind of Swedish illustrator Carl Johanson is a fantastic collection of planes and other zany forms of air transportation. From fighter jets, hot air balloons and hang gliders, to flying arks, abstract rockets and carrot planes, All Kinds of Planes is a playful mix of existing and imaginary that can be enjoyed by both children and adults.

Circle rolls, words by Barbara Kanninen; art by Serge Bloch.

Follow the chain reaction among different shapes when circle rolls.

Being a princess is very hard work, Sarah KilBride, Ada Grey.

Being a princess is very hard work, there's so much to do it would drive you berserk! Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a real princess? How many thrones you need to sit on and how many hands you have to shake? Not to mention how many frogs you're supposed to kiss.

Rabbit moon, Jean Kim.

In rhyming text, Rabbit comes out to play with his friends in the moonlight.

Lucy Ladybird, Sharon King-Chai.

Lucy doesn't belong with the other ladybirds, because she has no spots. But when the frog, fish, caterpillar and bird all give her some of their spots, the other ladybirds realise that being different is great! A gorgeous visual treat that takes you through the seasons, while reinforcing a positive message to little readers about giving, sharing and accepting. A huge surprise gatefold reveals all of the creatures' amazing new spots as they jump on board with being different.

Wallpaper, Thao Lam.

A wordless picture book about an imaginary world behind the walls in Thao Lam's signature paper collage style. It tells the story of a young girl whose family moves into a new house. Outside, she can hear other kids playing, but she's too shy to say hello. So she picks at the old wallpaper in her room revealing an entryway to a fantastic imaginary adventure world behind the walls. There, she runs between the vibrant and varied environments as she finds herself chased by a monster. He is frightening at first, until it becomes clear he simply wants to be her friend. When it comes time to go back to reality, the girl feels inspired with the courage to approach the other kids and say hello.

Woolf: half wolf, half sheep, all heart, written by Alex Latimer; illustrated by Patrick Latimer.

Born half wolf and half sheep, young Woolf must decide whether he's part of the pack or part of the flock. Or perhaps he's something even better?

Poppy and Mozart, Magali Le Huche.

Go on a musical adventure with the adorable dog, Poppy, and learn about Mozart as he listens to favorite sounds from the great composer with his friend Frannie. The two friends take an unforgettable trip to a music festival, where they hear the sounds of thepiano, violin, harp, flute, and more. From The Magic Flute to A Little Night Music, Poppy and Frannie not only listen to the sounds of Mozart, but also learn a little bit about this great composer at the same time. With 16 buttons to push and hear, kids will love listening to the sounds of Mozart and the different instruments as they follow along with the story. With colourful illustrations and a new sound to discover on each page, both kids and parents will be entertained and engaged for hours. Poppy and Mozart offers an opportunity to teach kids about classical music and the sounds of some of Mozart's great works. Now that is truly unique!

Poppy and Vivaldi, Magali Le Huche.

Poppy arrives in Italy for the Carnival of Venice. There are dancers and musicians, masks and magicians, and gondolas and canals everywhere. But above all, there is the music of Vivaldi!

Fireflies, Christina Leaf.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces fireflies to young readers through leveled text and related photos"– Provided by publisher.

Wren, written by Katrina Lehman; illustrated by Sophie Beer.

Wren just wants a bit of peace and quiet. What he gets is the noisiest baby sister you could ever imagine! But when Wren runs away to the country, he discovers that maybe peace and quiet isn't all he needs.

Geraldine, Elizabeth Lilly.

Struggling to fit in as the only giraffe in a school of children, reluctant newcomer Geraldine meets fellow outcast Cassie and learns how to stand out by being herself, playing by her own rules, and staying true to her new friend.

Fire trucks, Mary Lindeen.

"Simple text and supportive full-color photographs introduce young readers to fire trucks. Intended for kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Helicopters, Mary Lindeen.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to Helicopters. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade."–Provided by publisher.

Trains, Mary Lindeen.

"Simple text and supportive full-coluor photographs introduce young readers to trains. Intended for kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

The Nuts: keep rolling!, Eric Litwin; illustrated by Scott Magoon.

Hazel and Wally want to be big and tall so they start rolling, picking up mud and goo that makes them seem bigger but leads to a series of problems they can avoid only if they keep rolling.

The Nuts: sing and dance in your polka-dot pants, Eric Litwin; illustrated by Scott Magoon.

Hazel Nut wants to sing and dance, but Mama, Papa, and Wally Nut are too busy, so Hazel calls in a special family member to get everyone moving.

Sleep train, Jonathan London; illustrated by Lauren Eldridge.

After climbing into bed with his book, a little boy goes on a bedtime adventure as he counts the train cars between the engine and the caboose.

The fairytale hairdresser and the princess and the frog, Abie Longstaff & Lauren Beard.

The Fairytale Hairdresser is styling her fairytale friends for an animal-themed parade to celebrate Prince Freddie's coronation. But Prince Freddie is nowhere to be seen could his mysterious cousin be behind the disappearance? And who is the funny little frog in Kittie's salon? Together with her new friend Princess Lily, and armed with all her hairdressing skills, Kittie sets out to solve the mysteries and bring order back to Fairy Land.

Hannibal, Pauline Marshall; illustrated by Candice Haare-Smith.

How is Hannibal going to get the beautiful Cleo to take notice of him? Can his friend the dung beetle help him? Can his friend the ostrich help him?

Earth movers, M.T. Martin.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to earth movers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Gary's banana drama, Jane Massey.

Gary is desperate for a banana. Could that be one singing in the tree? No! It's a bird's beak! Is that a banana whizzing through the air? No! It's a boomerang from Billy's show! Where are the real bananas? Alone and hungry, Gary is about to give up until wait!

My first Elmer, [David McKee].

Elmer is not elephant colour. Elmer is patchwork.

Duck!, Meg McKinlay, Nathaniel Eckstrom.

Duck can see that something is falling from the sky. He tries to warn the other farmyard animals by telling them to "Duck!" but they won't listen.

Who will bell the cat?, Patricia C. McKissack; illustrated by Christopher Cyr.

After barn mice make a collar with a bell to warn them when Marmalade the cat is approaching, Smart Mouse must devise a way to safely put the collar on her in this retelling of a Aesop fable.

Flit the Fantail and the flying flop, Kat Merewether.

Flit's first flight is a flippy, floppy fail. But Flit's friends have a clever plan! Can they get him safely back to his nest?

Ko Flit, te Tirairaka Te Rerenga i Hē, nā Kat Merewether; nā Ngaere Roberts i whakamāori.

Flit's first flight is a flippy, floppy fail. But Flit's friends have a clever plan! Can they get him safely back to his nest?

Now that I'm here, Aaron Meshon.

A little boy describes what his parents' lives were like before he was born, and how much more fun-filled they are now that he's here!

First numbers, Tony Mitton, [illustrations,] Ant Parker.

Three boats bobbing on the sea. Which boat has a sail? What else can you see?For fans of the bestselling Amazing Machines series, this is a perfect way for young children to learn numbers and counting with their favourite vehicles! Robust, easy-to-hold tabs along the top and side guide young hands to each number from 1 to 10. There are colourful scenes to explore, and questions on each page encourage children to investigate further.

First words, Tony Mitton; [illustrations,] Ant Parker.

Find and read first words with your favorite amazing machines! Small hands will love to turn each page with its sturdy round tab as children discover their favorite first words. The perfect book for preschoolers ready to learn first words!

Frog hops off!, Lydia Monks.

Welcome to Twit Twoo School! Meet Frog, Mouse, Mole, Owl, Rabbit and their teacher Miss Hoot at their fun-filled treetop school. Frog just can't sit still he is always bouncing around and he can't wait to go exploring underground with Miss Hoot and all his friends. But when Frog hops off on his own, he soon realises he doesn't know the way back again.

Space tortoise, written by Ross Montgomery; illustrated by David Litchfield.

Once, in an old rusty bin in an old rusty playground in an old empty park there lived a little tortoise. But Tortoise is lonely. He's never seen any other tortoises, and wonders where they could all be hiding. Then, one day, he looks up and the night sky, and sees a million blinking lights winking at him. "That must be where the other tortoises are, at the top of the sky! I wish I could join them." But how can a little tortoise get to the top of the sky? And so begins a magical journey. A beautiful, moving and heartwarming tale about bravery, kindness and welcoming strangers.

What's that there?, Ros Moriarty; illustrated by Balarinji.

What's that there? That's the rushing river's curly bend, cried the sea eagle perched on a knotted branch, swaying. There, look! What's that there? That's the cliff face sharp with sun-scorched stones, glinting, shrilled the hawk, gliding on summer winds. There, look!

This is a moose, Richard T. Morris is an author; Tom Lichtenheld is an illustrator.

Director Billy Waddler is trying to film a documentary about moose, but the moose in question has no intention of spending his life in the woods and his animal friends, who have dreams of their own, help him prove his point.

Animal colors, Chrisopher Silas Neal.

Best-selling picture book creator Christopher Silas Neal is diving into the world of original board books with Animal Colours, a book that humorously mashes up two animals of different colours to create a unique and funny creature.

Linus the vegetarian T. rex, Robert Neubecker.

Ruth Ann MacKenzie, who loves natural history, eagerly enters a new museum exhibit called Cretaceous Surprises where she meets a most unusual Tyrannosaurus rex.

I thought I saw a lion!, Lydia Nichols.

A lion is hiding in a restaurant, in the costume store, and in the library, in a book that encourages readers to slide tabs to find the lion on each page.

Goodnight Truck, Sally Odgers, Heath McKenzie.

Truck, Digger, Boat, Tractor and Rocket work very hard through the day, but once night falls it's time to rest and say goodnight. Goodnight Truck is the perfect bedtime companion for young boys and girls.

Moon, Alison Oliver.

Throughout her busy days, Moon wonders what it would be like to be wild and free until the day she meets a wolf and learns his wolfy ways.

If you ever want to bring an alligator to school, don't!, written and illustrated by Elise Parsley.

A child provides insights, based on personal experience, into everything that can go wrong if one brings an alligator to school for show-and-tell.

The field, words by Baptiste Paul; pictures by Jacqueline Alcāntara.

Children form teams, build a pitch, and play a joyous game of soccer, in a book with English and Creole (as spoken in Saint Lucia) vocabulary words.

Ruby's Worry, Tom Percival.

Ruby loves being Ruby. Until, one day, she finds a worry. At first it's not such a big worry, and that's all right, but then it starts to grow. It gets bigger and bigger every day and it makes Ruby sad. How can Ruby get rid of it and feel like herself again?

Claymates, written by Dev Petty; illustrated by Lauren Eldridge.

"Two balls of clay have a great time shaping themselves into various animals and objects until their sculptor comes back and discovers the mess they've made of her work"– Provided by publisher.

I don't want to be a frog, written by Dev Petty; illustrated by Mike Boldt.

A frog who yearns to be any animal that's cute and warm discovers that being wet, slimy, and full of bugs has its advantages.

Seeking an aurora, Elizabeth Pulford; illustrated by Anne Bannock.

A small boy and his Dad brave the cold for a special adventure.

The dinosaur who lost his roar, Russell Punter; illustrated by Andy Elkerton.

Sid enjoys scaring the other dinosaurs with his mighty roar. They don't find it so funny. But what would happen if Sid ever lost his voice? He's about to find out.

Tiger's roar, Alex Rance; illustrated by Shane McG.

Tiger was the champion of all the jungle. He was strong and bold and proud, and he sat at the top of the very tallest tree. But one day the winds blew, the birds shrieked, the tree shook, and Tiger fell all the way down to the mud at the bottom of the tree, and bumped his head on a rock. What will it take for Tiger to be able to climb back to the top of the tree?

The breaking news, written & illustrated by Sarah Lynne Reul.

When devastating news rattles a young girl's community, her normally attentive parents and neighbours are suddenly exhausted and distracted. At school, her teacher tells the class to look for the helpers-the good people working to make things better in big and small ways. She wants more than anything to help in a big way, but maybe she can start with one small act of kindness instead and then another, and another. Small things can compound, after all, to make a world of difference.

Ko kiwi mā, nā Ngaere Roberts rāua ko Christine Dale.

Written in Te reo Māori with images of New Zealand animals, accompanied by a brief sentence in te reo Māori introducing the numbers one to 10.

Te whare, nā Ngaera Roberts; rāua ko Christine Dale.

Written in Te reo Māori with images of New Zealand culture, accompanied by a brief sentence using the word.

Duck gets a job, Sonny Ross.

A career-minded duck conveys an important message about finding your own way in this funny, quirky story. Duck wants a job. All his friends have jobs in the city, and they never stop talking about them. Duck doesn't think a job in the city sounds very exciting, but he decides to try it and it's not long before he discovers that it is not for him! He knows he needs to follow his heart and pursue his dream of being an artist. And when he does, he realizes he's found a job that he truly loves.

Home sweet Hamish, Natalie Russell.

Presents a tale about the give-and-take of friendship, featuring toffee-loving Hamish, the Highland Cow and his friends.

Stingrays, Martha E.H. Rustad.

"Simple text and supportive full-coluor photographs introduce beginning readers to stingrays. Intended for kindergarten through third grade students"–Provided by publisher.

I really want that unicorn, Fabi Santiago.

Chloe the Crocodile is preparing for a talent show and not just any talent show. The prize is a Big Sparkly Mellow Yellow Unicorn, and Chloe must have it. To win, she must make the best rainbow unicorn cake, the best magic castle, the best fairy princess outfit and give the perfect performance on her unicycle. Chloe is confident she can win. Until Veronica arrives.

Ciao, baby!: ready for a ride, Carole Lexa Schaefer; illustrated by Lauren Tobia.

Baby and Mamma are going to visit Nonna today. Roll, roll in the stroller. Beep, beep on the bus. Choo, choo on the train, all the way to Nonna's. Whee!

Chameleons, Kari Schuetz.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces chameleons to young readers through leveled text and related photos"– Provided by publisher.

Giant pandas, Kari Schuetz.

Simple text and photographs introduce giant pandas, including their physical characteristics and behaviour. Each audio-enabled VOX Book has an audio reader with complete narration permanently attached inside the front cover. It's ready for listening directly from the book–no CD, no computer, no tablet.

Hedgehogs, Kari Schuetz.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces hedgehogs to young readers through leveled text and related photos"– Provided by publisher.

Severe weather, Kristin Schuetz.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces severe weather to young readers through leveled text and related photos"–Provided by publisher.

Puffer fish, Colleen Sexton.

"Simple text and full colour photographs introduce beginning readers to puffer fish. Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Billy and the beast, Nadia Shireen.

Whilst on a lovely walk in the woods, Billy and her trusty sidekick Fatcat hear a terrible rumblea a terrible rumble coming from a Terrible Beasta He's making a Terrible Soup out of all of Billy and Fatcat's friends! Luckily, our brave heroine Billy has a trick or two up her sleeve (or in her hair)a Join Billy on her mission to defeat the Terrible Beast (and save those adorable little bunny rabbits too)

Weka's waiata, Nikki Slade Robinson.

Koro and Kuia, the Weka chicks' grandparents, are coming to visit. But how will the Weka chicks greet them? The little Kiwi has a plan…

Norman the Knight gets a fright, Mark Sperring, Ed Eaves.

Meet Norman the Brave: He's in need of some knaves to help him get ready for royal parades. Can you protect Norman? Can you polish his armour? Darn his socks? Feed his horse? Could this be the job for you? Or is being a knave more difficult than it seems? Fire-breathing dragons, trusty steeds, bandits, brigands and a pair of medieval pants you'll find them all in this fun adventure for brave knights everywhere.

Going to the volcano, Andy Stanton, Miguel Ordóñez.

Dawyne and Jane-o want to see the volcano! They'll ride a great dane-o to see the volcano! And climb up a crane-o to see the volcano! What could possibly go wrong?

The forever tree, Tereasa Surratt and Donna Lukas; illustrated by Nicola Slater.

When a beloved tree gets sick, the human and animal communities work together to give it a new life.

Sleepy Bird, Jeremy Tankard.

Bird wants to play, but all his animal friends tell him that it is bedtime, and only when they tuck him in and sing a lullaby does he finally fall asleep; briefly.

Are you my bottom?, written by Kate & Jol Temple; illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh.

Small Panda has lost his bottom. It was there when he went to sleep but now it has disappeared. He searches high and low, and finds stripy bums, pink butts, feathery derrieres. 'Are you my bottom?' he asks, but none of these bottoms are his. Finally, he spots a furry bum which just has to be his but the answer is surprising! A cheeky story for anyone who has ever left something behind.

Twilight chant, Holly Thompson; illustrated by Jen Betton.

As twilight falls, some animals come out to graze while others are settling in for the night.

Mr Pegg's post, Elena Topouzoglou.

Anna and her parents live in a lighthouse, surrounded by the ocean, far from neighbours and friends. Their only visitor is Mr Pegg, the postman. But when Mr Pegg needs help with his deliveries, Anna comes to the rescue. Maybe she will find some friends after all.

What the dinosaurs did at school, Refe & Susan Tuma.

"Photographs and simple text reveal the mischief that toy dinosaurs get into during school"– Provided by publisher.

What the dinosaurs did last night: a very messy adventure, Refe & Susan Tuma.

Photographs and simple text reveal the mischief toy dinosaurs get into all night long, from knocking over potted plants to painting on walls.

Hooray for spring!, Chiêu Anh Urban.

Turn the wheels to play, learn, and mix the colors of spring in this bright and bold book!

Mabel and Sam at home, Linda Urban; illustrated by Hadley Hooper.

Mabel and her younger brother Sam approach their new home and the trauma of moving by turning it into an adventure, imagining they are sailors approaching a new land, tour guides exploring a museum, and finally astronauts in space.

Blue rider, Geraldo Valério.

In a book without words, a child finds a book on a crowded city sidewalk and is transported beyond the repetitive sameness of an urban skyscape into an untamed natural world.

Alphabet boats, Samantha R. Vamos; illustrated by Ryan O'Rourke.

Following on the successful heels of Samantha Vamos's Alphabet Trucks and anticipating even more success from Alphabet Trains, readers are invited to join the journey through each letter of the alphabet. With colourful, kid-friendly art, this third entry into the series captures the uniqueness of twenty-six different kinds of boats and involves each letter of the alphabet in a supporting role.

If I built a car, Chris Van Dusen.

Jack describes the kind of car he would build one with amazing accessories and with the capability of traveling on land, in the air, and on and under the sea.

I sleep in a big bed, Maria van Lieshout.

A child who used to sleep in a crib celebrates graduating to sleep in a big kids' bed–even though waking up there in the middle of the night can be a little scary.

How to be a lion, Ed Vere.

When Leonard the lion and his friend Marianne, a duck, are confronted by a pack of lion bullies, they find a creative way to stand up for themselves.

We love dinosaurs, Lucy Volpin.

Big, small, fast, or slow, there are so many types of dinosurs. And we love them all!

Big Bunny, Rowboat Watkins.

A parent and child share the telling of a story about a giant bunny who eats carrots and maybe trucks and bridges (according to the child).

That's not my bee, [written by Fiona Watt; illustrated by Rachel Wells].

Babies and toddlers will love turning the pages, touching the feely patches and spotting the familiar little white mouse as they look for their bee.

The very hungry hedgehog, Rosie Wellesley.

Isaac the Hedgehog has had a long winter sleep. He's just woken up and is having a bad hair day (well, you try looking perfect when you've been asleep for four months!). Robin and Toad tell him that spring is on its way, and Isaac doesn't want to miss it and races to the pond just in time to see nature burst into life.

Kit & Kaboodle, Rosemary Wells.

A little mouse named Spinka creates mischief that twin kittens Kit and Kaboodle are blamed for by their parents.

Chalk Boy, Margaret Wild & Mandy Ord.

A soulful and heartwarming story about what happens when a pavement artist's drawing comes to life.–Cover.

Spike: the hedgehog who lost his prickles, Jeanne Willis & Jarvis.

Spike, a little hedgehog, has always had impressive prickles. But one morning, after a particularly scary dream, he wakes up completely bare! Oh no! Feeling very embarrassed, he goes in search of something to cover himself, from a paper lampshade to a tea cup to a very stinky sock. But nothing stops the other animals giggling at him. Poor Spike! Then he discovers a big bunch of balloons, which takes him across the world and ends in a very satisfying POP! and a very prickly party.

Stomp!, Jeanne Willis, Paul Howard.

Stomp! Stomp! Here comes a mini-monster - he's looking for something special …He crashes through the kitchen and stomps up the stairs, but he can't find that special something anywhere! Just what is the mini-monster looking for? With a bold but simple text and an adorably cheeky little monster, all children will love joining in the search.

The drum, Ken Wilson-Max, Catell Ronca.

This is the drum. This is the beat. Clap your hands. Stomp your feet! Babies love song, rhythm and dance.

Dinosaurs don't draw, written by Elli Woollard; illustrated by Steven Lenton.

Dinosaurs chomp and clomp and stamp and stomp, but apparently they don't ever draw. Except for one creative young dinosaur who just can't seem to stop! He transforms rocks, chalk, sticks and mud into the most wonderful works of art much to the confusion of his fierce, fighting dinosaur family. But when everyone hears the thud of a terrifying T-Rex, they soon see just how effective art can be. Especially art in the form of an even bigger dinosaur!

When the cousins came, Katie Yamasaki.

Lila is excited for her cousins Takeo and Rosie to visit. They're going to ride bikes, paint, and camp together! But when the cousins arrive, everything's wrong: Rosie and Takeo are better painters than Lila, have skateboards instead of bikes, and don't want to camp outside. Lila is terribly disappointed until the cousins make her a surprise: a big banner for their "best cousin" Lila! This sensitive story about insecurity, hosting, and friendship reminds children that negative thoughts and anxiety over exclusion don't always translate to reality.

Bus! Stop!, James Yang.

A boy who has just missed his bus. Good thing other buses are stopping. But they don't look like his bus. And the bus riders look different too. Should he try another bus?

The other ducks, Ellen Yeomans; pictures by Chris Sheban.

This Duck and That Duck get along swimmingly. But sometimes two ducks just aren't enough. especially when you want to waddle in a line. On a bright sunny day, This Duck and That Duck gaze into the clear water of their pond and discover, to their surprise and delight The Other Ducks. But what happens when the days turn cloudy and gray?

How do dinosaurs learn to read?, Jane Yolen; illustrated by Mark Teague.

Told in rhyming text young dinosaurs learn to read, but only after many mishaps, like chewing their books and throwing them at the cat–but eventually they learn to respect their books, and treat them properly.

Diggers, Derek Zobel.

"Simple text and supportive images introduce young readers to diggers. Intended for students in kindergarten through third grade"–Provided by publisher.

Alligators, Derek Zobel.

"Developed by literacy experts for students in kindergarten through grade three, this book introduces alligators to young readers through leveled text and related photos"–Provided by publisher.

Younger Fiction

Marwan's journey, Patricia de Arias; illustrated by Laura Borràs.

One night they came.The darkness grew colder, deeper, darker, and swallowed up everything. Marwan is a young boy on a journey he never intended to take, bound for a place he doesn't know. On his journey, he relies on courage and memories of his faraway homeland to buoy him. With him are hundreds and thousands of other human beings, crossing the deserts and the seas, fleeing war and hunger in search of safety. He must take one step after another, bringing whatever he can carry, holding on to dreams. This is the journey of one boy who longs for a home, and we follow his path, walking hand in hand with him as he looks forward with uncertainty and hopes for a peaceful future. This beautiful, heartfelt story gives a human face to the plight of refugees all over the world. Marwan's journey is everyone's journey.

Training wheels: how did I get here?, Chris Barrett, Sally B. Hunter; illustrations by Tyler Garrison.

The story is about five year old Miles and the new bike he gets for his birthday from his special friend, Mike in California. Miles' parents explain that Mike's mom and dad generously donated their remaining embryos and he was born as a result of their loving gift. The book is told in a delightful rhyming pattern, using words that are easy for preschoolers to understand and a storyline that will help to satisfy their curiosity about where they came from.

The evil elves, Bruce Coville; illustrated by Katherine Coville.

In order to complete his third task and become a member of the Society of Magicians, Moongobble embarks on a quest to recover a magical stone and help his old elf friends at the same time.

Sprig the rescue pig, written by Leslie Crawford; illustrated by Sonja Stangl.

After escaping from a truck, Sprig the pig's exploration of the world leads him to Rory and her mom and then, to a home of his dreams.

One little egg, Kimberly F. DeMeo.

One Little Egg by Kimberly F. DeMeo is a children's book which was written to teach kids about egg donation in a colourful, lively, kid friendly way.

In a small kingdom, Tomie dePaola; illustrated by Doug Salati.

This folkloric picture book tells the story of a magical robe that goes missing, and the kingdom that hangs in the balance.

Dinner ladies of doooooom!, written by Tommy Donbavand; illustrated by Kevin Myers.

There's something weird going on at Penny Bridge School. Kids are asking for extra homework! Sounds daft? You wait 'til you read the book!There's something weird going on at Penny Bridge School. Kids are asking for extra homework! Sounds daft? You wait 'til you read the book!

There's a time portal in my pants!, written by Tommy Donbavand; illustrated by Alice Risi.

Evie is creating her latest invention for the "Big Boffin" science competition. This time she's definitely going to win! But when the day comes, her time portal pants accidentally open a worm hole to prehistoric Earth, and now there's a T-Rex on the loose in the school.

I've got dibs!: a donor sibling story, story by Amy Dorfman; illustrated by Darren Goldman.

I've Got Dibs! is a sweet story of a mother and daughter discussing the young girl's donor siblings for the first time. The conversation focuses on the special connection a donor-conceived child has with other children conceived using the same donor. I've Got Dibs! is a great way to start this conversation with your children, your child's friends, as well as the adults in your life who may be struggling to understand these unique relationships. By sharing this book with her own child the author has helped her daughter confidently respond to questions about her own donor siblings and more importantly understand and appreciate her own special donor family.

Hello, horse, Vivan French; illustrated by Catherine Rayner.

I have a friend called Catherine, and she has a horse called Shannon. Shannon's beautiful, with a coat like soft velvet and very kind. I think she might just become my friend too!

Xander's story, Alejandro & Christopher Garcia-Halenar.

Xander's Story is a wonderfully vibrant picture book which guides children through a baseline understanding of surrogacy. Xander's journey begins in the initial stage of him being just a dream to the final stage of when he becomes a gift.

The egg, the seed and the magic love tummy, Grandpa.

Fluffy Bobbit is a girly little rabbit who loves to play with her baby bunny dolls. But when her big brother, Fuzzy, challenges her to find out where real babies come from she begins a forest-wide quest. Her little playmates, Roly Reed the vole, Slinky Tip-Toes, the stoat, Tiny Timmidd the dormouse and Rusty Skampa the red squirrel don't know the secret. So Fluffy sets out to question the grown ups. Along the way she meets a host of woodland creatures Fergus Antler- Horne the deer, Oscar Rovers the otter, Pino Skye the pine marten, Dr Barcode the badger, Nurse Prickles the hedgehog and Monsignor Rosso Scarletti the cardinal. After an encounter with the wildboar Buster Bumpitt and Maggie Two-Tone the magpie, Fluffy finds herself standing in front of her headmaster, Professor Hoot the owl. With the professor's help the little rabbit is finally able to unravel the mystery of The Egg, The Seed, and The Magic Love Tummy.

Older not wiser, Sophy Henn.

Jeanie's Grandma is bad. Not bad like a vampire or a gangster or anything, more like up to no good. Sometimes she can be a bit embarrassing but most of the time she's really fun, especially when she gets Jeanie involved in her mischievous schemes. Everyone says she's old enough to know better but she doesn't seem to care one bit. In fact, Jeanie thinks she might quite like it!

Sir Lance-a-Little and the Big Bad Wolf, Rose Impey; Katharine McEwen.

While on his way to battle with a fierce dragon, Sir Lance-a-Little has to save his cousin from the Big Bad Wolf.

Thora, written and illustrated by Gillian Johnson.

Thora's no ordinary girl. She's got scales on her legs, purple feet, and a blowhole that squirts water from the top of her head. Thora's a half-mermaid, and as mermaid law commands, Thora must spend ten years at sea and ten years on land. In a houseboat called the Loki, Thora sails the seas with her mermaid mother, Halla, and her guardian, Mr. Walters. But when Thora returns to the seaside town of Grimli, where her father grew up, she encounters fat-cat tycoon Frooty de Mare, who will stop at nothing to expand his Tooty Frooty enterprises. With the help of new friends and her pet peacock, Cosmo, Thora has her work cut out thwarting Tooty's evil plans, not to mention doing a bit of exploring into her own Grimli roots. But, despite being half mermaid, this exceptional young heroine somehow always manages to land on her feet.

The pea that was me. [Volume 7], An IVF story, written and illustrated by Kimberly Kluger-Bell.

Reading this charming storybook to your preschooler is a wonderful way to introduce them to the fact that you wanted them very much but had trouble having them. Fortunately, a very good doctor helped mommy and daddy fulfill their dreams. The very basic fact that it takes an egg and a sperm to make a baby is introduced, making it a perfect platform for discussing In Vitro Fertilization with your child later on when they become more aware of how babies are made.

Polly Diamond and the magic book, Alice Kuipers; Diana Toledano.

Polly loves words, writing, and telling stories, so when she finds a fancy book on her doorstep labeled "Special Delivery from the Writing and Spelling Department for Polly Diamond" she is thrilled; and when she finds that anything she writes in it actually happens she is really excited, but Polly soon realizes that she has to be very careful what she writes because that kind of power can be dangerous.

A tiny itsy bitsy gift of life, written by Carmen Martínez Jover; illustrated by Rosemary Martínez.

A touching children's story of how a happy couple of rabbits have their own baby by means of egg donation.

Somy's search: a single mum by choice story, written by Carmen Martínez Jover; illustrated by Rosemary Martínez.

This is a story to help single mothers by choice to share with their child how they were conceived. It is a story of a squirrel, Somy, and how she becomes a Mum.

The ice bear, Jackie Morris.

Back in a time when people and animals lived together in harmony, a bear-child is stolen away from his mother. A hunter and his wife find the child and, wrapping him in sealskin, they sing him songs of the ice, the wind and the great white bears. One day the child wanders off and a bear comes to take him back to his mother. But by now the hunter is on the trail, determined to kill the creature that has taken his child! Set in the pristine polar regions of the Arctic, Jackie Morris's beautiful story reminds us that we are caretakers of these wild creatures and our actions directly affect their future.

The snow leopard, Jackie Morris.

A guardian spirit in the form of a snow leopard looks over a small village in the Himalayas, and chooses a human successor, whom she trains to sing songs that will protect the villagers from soldiers who search for gold and slaves.

How does my garden grow?, Gerda Muller; [translated by Polly Lawson].

Sophie lives in the city, and her vegetables come from a supermarket. Then she goes to visit her grandparents in the country and soon discovers how much there is to learn about how things grow!

Spectacular you: an IVF love story, Kate Pache.

Spectacular You: An IVF Love Story is a wonderfully crafted book that lovingly explains in vitro fertilization (IVF) to children through the eyes of the parents. It explains to children the magic of their unconventional conception and the overall desire the parents had to bring that child into their lives. Beautifully illustrated and tenderly written, this story is a must for any child who was conceived through IVF.

The party and other stories, [Sergio Ruzzier].

Fox and Chick don't always agree. But Fox and Chick are always friends.

Max Champion and the great race car robbery, Alexander McCall Smith; illustrated by Kate Hindley.

When Max finds an old car that has his last name Champion on the bonnet, he learns that his grandfather used to make some of the best cars around and race them! That is, until his ideas book and his favourite car, Arabella, were stolen by greedy rival Mr Grabber. Can Max find a way to get back what Grandfather Gus lost? And will Arabella ever be seen again?

Family stew: a story about two moms who use a sperm donor to build their family, Linda Stamm; illustrated by Fatima Stamato.

Olivia's moms tell her the charming story of how they became a family through sperm donation.

Vernon is on his way: small stories, Philip C. Stead.

Today is a very nice day. There has never been a day so nice as this, except for maybe yesterday. Join Vernon and his friends Skunk and Porcupine on a series of three enchanting adventures entitled Waiting, Fishing, and Gardening, as they comb the forest floor for trinkets and go fishing in their own unconventional way.

Brick: who found herself in architecture, words by Joshua David Stein; illustrated by Julia Rothman.

A young brick goes on a journey to find her place in the world by visiting ten celebrated brick structures around the globe. Brick's observations begin at home and then extend globally as she travels to a diverse list of brick structures Malbork Castle in Poland, Mahabodhi Buddhist Temple in India, Grosvenor Estate apartments in England, and more all the while pondering where she may end up.

Cicada, Shaun Tan.

Cicada work in tall building. Data entry clerk. Seventeen year. No sick day. No mistake. Tok Tok Tok! Cicada works in an office, dutifully toiling day after day for unappreciative bosses and being bullied by his coworkers. But one day, cicada goes to the roof of the building, and something truly extraordinary happens.

The outlaw, Nancy Vo.

A small Western town lives in fear of another visit from a known outlaw, but a while after the outlaw mysteriously disappears, a stranger rides into town to make repairs to the dilapidated village.