{"title":"Australian Picture Books","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"a-z-of-australian-animals-jennifer-cossins-9780734421326","title":"A-Z of Australian Animals","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautifully illustrated anthology of 26 of Australia's most fascinating animals from CBCA Honour Book author\/illustrator Jennifer Cossins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the award-winning creator of A-Z OF ENDANGERED ANIMALS comes a stunning non-fiction picture book for children with a love of animals and a thirst for all things encyclopaedic. This exquisite full-colour picture book is packed with interesting facts and is perfect for young conservationists and students with a keen interest in the world around us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn this expedition through the alphabet, you will encounter some of Australia's rare and enchanting animals, from the gorgeous azure kingfisher and the sleepy koala, to the shy numbat and the friendly zebra finch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCome on an illustrated journey through Australia's unique wildlife with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'For... children who have an enquiring mind and a thirst for knowledge, any book by Tasmanian author and artist Jennifer Cossins is ideal.' Kids' Book Review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jennifer Cossins","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172122362099,"sku":"9780734421326","price":18.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780734421326.jpg?v=1662047922"},{"product_id":"alexanders-outing-pamela-allen-9780140554786","title":"Alexander's Outing","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Stay close, take care,' quacked Alexander's mother. But Alexander was a wayward duckling - he straggled behind ... and disappeared down a deep dark hole ...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pamela Allen","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172188553459,"sku":"9780140554786","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780140554786.jpg?v=1662048374"},{"product_id":"all-of-the-factors-of-why-i-love-tractors-davina-bell-9781760501457","title":"All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe beloved and bestselling Australian modern classic about being yourself, libraries and, of course, tractors!  \n\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A tractor has all different bits that attach:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ea shovel for digging a vegetable patch;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ea plough to turn earth so it's ready for seeds;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ea sharp blade to chop all your troublesome weeds.'\n\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Frankie McGee insists on borrowing yet another book about tractors, his mum crumbles. She begs him to read a book about something else - cars, planes, cranes, trains - anything! Frankie launches into all of the various, glorious factors that make up the love that he has for all tractors - but will he be able to bring his mum around?  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith irresistible rhyming text by award-winning author Davina Bell and unforgettable illustrations by Jenny Lovlie, All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors is sure to charm and delight the whole family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e  SHORTLISTED: Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year  \n\u003cbr\u003e  LONGLISTED: ABIA Children's Picture Book of the Year  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS BOOK:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMODERN CLASSIC: From renowned creators Davina Belland Jenny Lovlie, All of the Factors of Why I Love Tractors is a modern classicwhich has sold over 45,000 copies in ANZ! \n\u003cbr\u003eDELICIOUS RHYME: Author Davina Bell (All the Ways to be Smart and What to Do When You Don't Know What To Do) is the master of metre and rhyme, and her delightful text makes this book shine.\n\u003cbr\u003eCELEBRATES LIBRARIES: A touching story about how libraries help foster the interests and imaginations of children everywhere. \n\u003cbr\u003eVEHICLES GALORE: Perfect for vehicle obsessed young readers who just can't get enough of everything tractors!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMORE BOOKS FROM DAVINA BELL AND JENNY LOVLIE:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Fire Station Celebration!\n\u003cbr\u003eHow to be a Real Ballerina\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Davina Bell","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172219879667,"sku":"9781760501457","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760501457.jpg?v=1662048553"},{"product_id":"all-the-ways-to-be-smart-allison-colpoys-9781925713435","title":"All the Ways to be Smart","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmart is not just ticks and crosses, smart is building boats from boxes.\n\u003cbr\u003ePainting patterns, wheeling wagons, being mermaids, riding dragons . . . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the award-winning creators of The Underwater Fancy-dress Parade and Under the Love Umbrella comes this joyful ode to all the unique and wonderful qualities that make children who they are.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Allison Colpoys","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172228202739,"sku":"9781925713435","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781925713435.jpg?v=1662048614"},{"product_id":"alpacas-with-maracas-matt-cosgrove-9781743816349","title":"Alpacas with Maracas","description":"\u003cp\u003eMacca and pal Al are the best of friends and LOVE spending time together. When there is an opportunity to enter a talent contest, they just can't resist. But what will their act be? Will they shimmy and shake? Dance and prance? Whatever they choose it will surely be a performance to remember!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matt Cosgrove","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172234297587,"sku":"9781743816349","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743816349.jpg?v=1662048665"},{"product_id":"animalia-graeme-base-9780140541120","title":"Animalia","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmbark on an unexpected alphabetic adventure with 'Animalia' by Graeme Base, where each turn of the page unveils a rich tapestry of intricate illustrations tied to a unique letter of the alphabet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMORE THAN 5 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE\n\u003cbr\u003eChildren's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Picture Book of the Year Honour List 1987\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the pages of this book\n\u003cbr\u003eYou may discover, if you look\n\u003cbr\u003eBeyond the spell of written words,\n\u003cbr\u003e A hidden land of beasts and birds.\n\u003cbr\u003e For many things are 'of a kind,'\n\u003cbr\u003eAnd those with keenest eyes will find\n\u003cbr\u003eA thousand things, or maybe more -\n\u003cbr\u003eIt's up to you to keep the score . . .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis captivating journey is more than just a picture book - it's a visual adventure filled with hidden treasures waiting to be discovered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for curious minds and art enthusiasts of all ages. Unlock the magic of Animalia and be whisked away on an alphabetic exploration like no other!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Animalia - the creation of Graeme Base's genius - is infinitely more than just an ABC book.\" Kids Book Explorer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Animalia captures your imagination completely.\" Kids' Book Review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Graeme Base","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172294918387,"sku":"9780140541120","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780140541120.jpg?v=1662049118"},{"product_id":"another-book-about-bears-laura-bunting-9781742991931","title":"Another Book About Bears.","description":"\u003cp\u003eEver wondered why there are so many books about bears? Discover the grizzly truth\n\u003cbr\u003ein this bear-all account. Bears are tired. Sick and tired. And just when they are in the middle of something really good-like sleeping, snoozing or napping-too many storybooks mean they have to stop what they are doing-that is-sleeping, and get up and be part of a story. Every story. Well, the bears have had enough. They are going on strike. This hilarious book looks at some alternatives for all the parts bears play in stories. But what sort of animal could be ... just right?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laura Bunting","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172307304691,"sku":"9781742991931","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781742991931.jpg?v=1662049217"},{"product_id":"australia-from-dawn-to-dusk-brentos-9781922806321","title":"Australia: From Dawn to Dusk","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt's a new day in Australia. Let's follow the sun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWake up with kookaburras on Arakwal Country (Byron Bay), bask with wombats on ??wulinantikala (Cradle Mountain), ?watch black and red cockatoos flying over A??nangu Country, scratch the Daintree Rainforest floor with cassowaries on Kuku Yalanji Country, and go to sleep as quokkas wake up on Whadjuk Noongar Country (Rottnest Island).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWelcome to Australia as you've never seen it before: a dreamy pastel-popping ode to the significant places and animals on the land we all call home, from emerging artist Brentos.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brentos","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172440015091,"sku":"9781922806321","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781922806321.jpg?v=1662050340"},{"product_id":"baby-wombats-week-jackie-french-9780732286958","title":"Baby Wombat's Week","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe much-loved sequel to the bestselling DIARY OF A WOMBAT\n\u003cbr\u003e He sleeps.  He eats. He gets bored.He creates havoc wherever he goes!He's Mothball's baby - and he's even cuter, naughtier and more determined than his mum.Created by writer Jackie French and illustrator Bruce Whatley, the award-winning duo of the international bestseller Diary of a Wombat.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jackie French","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172495851763,"sku":"9780732286958","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780732286958.jpg?v=1662050725"},{"product_id":"bandits-shaan-danthes-9780734419675","title":"Bandits","description":"\u003cp\u003eFern lives in a colourless, lifeless city and has only ever seen trees as pictures in her books. Fern is told that the bandits who come in the middle of the night to steal from the city dwellers are bad guys, but when she follows them back to their home she discovers a land of colour, life, friendship and a future she believes in. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBANDITS is the second picture book from Sydney-based artist Sha'an d'Anthes, whose career has seen her travel, show and sell her work all over the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'Sha'an's vibrant illustrations transport the reader to a world full of colour and joy.' - Marc Martin, author and illustrator\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'D'Anthes' beautifully painted and intelligently prosed book is all about the environment, diversity and hope.' The Australian Women's Weekly \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'enchanting adventure' Country Style\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sha'an d'Anthes","offers":[{"title":"As New","offer_id":43172519936243,"sku":"9990002675904","price":11.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780734419675.jpg?v=1662050910"},{"product_id":"banjo-and-ruby-red-libby-gleeson-9781760127602","title":"Banjo and Ruby Red","description":"\u003cp\u003eBanjo is an old farm dog and Ruby Red is a haughty chicken, and they never see eye to eye. Can they ever be friends?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e This funny story of antagonism and love is by award-winning author Libby Gleeson and internationally acclaimed illustrator Freya Blackwood.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Libby Gleeson","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172520263923,"sku":"9781760127602","price":18.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760127602.jpg?v=1662050911"},{"product_id":"bin-chicken-jol-temple-9781743830048","title":"Bin Chicken","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiving in dumpsters, traipsing through trash! Rummaging through rubbish, making a splash! 'Revolting!' they snort, starting to sicken, Trash Turkey! Dumpster Duck! BIN CHICKEN!' One bird's trash is another bird's treasure-find out why the ibis is the queen of the rubbish pile!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jol Temple","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172626137331,"sku":"9781743830048","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743830048.jpg?v=1662051765"},{"product_id":"bluey-christmas-swim-bluey-9781761041204","title":"Bluey: Christmas Swim","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on the hit ABC KIDS TV show!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's Christmas Day and it's the perfect weather for a family swim! Bartlebee is Bluey's new toy - how will he cope with his first Heeler Christmas? A gorgeous hardback book that will make the perfect Christmas gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e  Bluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluey","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172680335603,"sku":"9781761041204","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781761041204.jpg?v=1662052145"},{"product_id":"bluey-sleepytime-bluey-9781761041198","title":"Bluey: Sleepytime","description":"\u003cp\u003eBased on the hit ABC KIDS TV show!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt's sleepytime at the Heeler house. Come on a dream-filled adventure with Bingo and Bluey. A gorgeous hardback book for kids of all ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Joe Brumm, the creator of the award-winning Bluey TV series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBluey is an award-winning preschool show about Bluey, a blue heeler pup, and her family. Airing on ABC KIDS, the show has amassed legions of dedicated fans and hugely popular ranges of books, toys, clothes, games and more.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bluey","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172681875699,"sku":"9781761041198","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781761041198.jpg?v=1662052158"},{"product_id":"can-you-do-this-michael-wagner-9780733335723","title":"Can You Do This?","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the bestselling author of WHY I LOVE FOOTY and the superstar illustrator of DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOK comes a hilarious new book, where sibling rivalry is the name of the game.\n\u003cbr\u003e Sometimes, when you're the littlest in the family, you can feel a bit second-rate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI mean, everyone knows that big kids are better at everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike, EVERYTHING! I mean, they are . . . aren't they?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSibling rivalry reaches dizzying new heights in this action-packed picture book from two of Australia's best-loved storytellers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Wagner","offers":[{"title":"As New","offer_id":43172842897651,"sku":"9990002684012","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/files\/9780733335723.webp?v=1714516425"},{"product_id":"circle-jeannie-baker-9781406382907","title":"Circle","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn an infinity of sky, tiny godwit birds follow ancient, invisible migratory pathways, flying on and on for nine nights and nine days, flying without rest... This is their story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A breathtaking picture book\" The Bookseller\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the creator of the critically acclaimed Where the Forest Meets the Sea and Mirror, comes a poetic, eco-conscious picture book which explores the complex, interdependency of nature. This is the story of the little-known Bar-tailed Godwit who, following invisible pathways that have been used for thousands of years, undertakes the longest unbroken migration of any bird, a total of 11,000 kilometres, flying from their breeding grounds in Alaska across the Pacific Ocean to Australia or New Zealand. Facing hunger and treacherous conditions to reach their destination, their flight is one of bravery, tenacity and strength, and Jeannie's stunning mixed media collages, inspired first-hand by the spectacular landscapes of Alaska and China, will amaze readers, and take them on an extraordinary visual journey to the corners of our Earth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jeannie Baker","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172924195059,"sku":"9781406382907","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781406382907.jpg?v=1662053750"},{"product_id":"claris-fashion-show-fiasco-megan-hess-9781760502874","title":"Claris: Fashion Show Fiasco","description":"\u003cp\u003eClaris is off to Paris Fashion Week in this delightful second adventure from the best-selling series by acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'But oh no!' Claris cried, and her heart gave a tug.\n\u003cbr\u003eMadame's invitation was still on the rug!   \n\u003cbr\u003eWithout it she would be declined at the door.  \n\u003cbr\u003eShe'd miss out on Chanel, and perhaps even more ...  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e When Claris's family leaves behind their invite to Paris Fashion Week, this brave little mouse has only one choice: an exciting dash through the streets of Paris in a race against the clock! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. These stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection.  Perfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories  \n\u003cbr\u003e Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!  \n\u003cbr\u003e Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.  \n\u003cbr\u003e Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture book  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the world of Claris with more gorgeous adventures: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chicest Mouse in Paris \n\u003cbr\u003eFashion Show Fiasco \n\u003cbr\u003eBonjour Riviera \n\u003cbr\u003eHoliday Heist \n\u003cbr\u003ePalace Party \n\u003cbr\u003eThe Secret Crown \n\u003cbr\u003ePasta Disaster \n\u003cbr\u003eMagnificent Mess\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Megan Hess","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43172932714739,"sku":"8880002808598","price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760502874.jpg?v=1662053827"},{"product_id":"claris-the-chicest-mouse-in-paris-megan-hess-9781760502591","title":"Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, in her very first adventure! Discover how Claris came to live in the city of lights in this beloved and best-selling picture book about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Claris is an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap - only to find a mean little girl with a horrible-looking cat standing in the way of her perfect Parisian apartment! Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and - of course - style to make her dreams come true?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Compassion is always in fashion in this beloved series by acclaimed children's author and fashion illustrator Megan Hess. These stunning stories are told in delightful rhyme and feature an abundance of adorable animal characters. With more than a million children's books in print, Megan Hess's beautiful rhyming picture books are adored worldwide. She is the creator of three best-selling picture-book series for children: Claris, World of Claris and the Young Queens Collection.  Perfect for: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Readers aged 3-6 who love dress-ups, gentle adventure and friendship stories  \n\u003cbr\u003e Readers of all ages who love all things fashion and style!  \n\u003cbr\u003e Fans of sparklingly fun picture books such as Eloise and Olivia.  \n\u003cbr\u003e Gift-buyers looking for a dazzlingly beautiful, rhyming picture book  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the world of Claris with more gorgeous adventures: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chicest Mouse in Paris \n\u003cbr\u003eFashion Show Fiasco \n\u003cbr\u003eBonjour Riviera \n\u003cbr\u003eHoliday Heist \n\u003cbr\u003ePalace Party \n\u003cbr\u003eThe Secret Crown \n\u003cbr\u003ePasta Disaster \n\u003cbr\u003eMagnificent Mess\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Megan Hess","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172932944115,"sku":"9781760502591","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760502591.jpg?v=1662053828"},{"product_id":"common-wealth-gregg-dreise-9781760975166","title":"Common Wealth","description":"\u003cp\u003eAll that I'm wishing, Is that you take a moment to listen to a slam poetry persuasive and powerful vision of unity from award-winning First Nations creator Gregg Dreise. Passionate, yet peaceful, Common Wealth is a compelling plea for a future of truth, togetherness and respect for our nation's deep history. A picture book for mature readers. From multi-award-winning author and artist, Gregg Dreise-a proud descendant of the Kamilaroi and Euahlayi people. A valuable resource for discussion about the importance of moving forward together as a nation, with truth and respect for our history and Traditional Custodians. Timely themes for National Sorry Day and naidoc Week. Themes: Indigenous history, Australian history, Australia Day, Australian anthem, unity, community. Contains some confronting images.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gregg Dreise","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172971544819,"sku":"9781760975166","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760975166.jpg?v=1662054194"},{"product_id":"counting-aussie-animals-in-my-backyard-bronwyn-houston-9781925768770","title":"Counting Aussie Animals in My Backyard","description":"\u003cp\u003eAge range 0 to 7 (or all ages!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis paperback edition with a new cover of Bronwyn Houston's book makes counting from one to ten so much fun! From kookaburras to ants to dragonflies, her rich colourful illustrations are filled with texture and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach double page includes numbers and words on a bright backdrop that will engage and delight both children and adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCounting Aussie Animals introduces the diverse animals of Australia to young readers in an entertaining and joyful way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bronwyn Houston","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43172997398771,"sku":"9781925768770","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781925768770.jpg?v=1662054528"},{"product_id":"dad-i-love-you-colin-buchanan-9781761204883","title":"Dad, I Love You!","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful book that celebrates the connection between fathers and their children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Colin Buchanan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173054841075,"sku":"9781761204883","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781761204883.jpg?v=1662054948"},{"product_id":"dear-grandpa-jacinta-boyd-9781922643384","title":"Dear Grandpa","description":"\u003cp\u003eDear Grandpa \"Where birds are made of rainbows and foxes are fury and shy we can spy\"....\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacinta Boyd","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":48900419027187,"sku":"9781922643384","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"As New","offer_id":43173100781811,"sku":"9990002952241","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":49118793793779,"sku":"8880002901992","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Fair","offer_id":48900419059955,"sku":"8880002719238","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781922643384.jpg?v=1662055304"},{"product_id":"diary-of-a-wombat-jackie-french-9780207198366","title":"Diary of a Wombat","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delightful and entertaining peek into the life of one very busy wombat!Ages: 3-7\n\u003cbr\u003e MondayMorning: Slept.Afternoon: Slept.Evening: Ate.Scratched.Night: Ate.A typical day. Don't be fooled. this wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business, and most difficult of all - trains her humans. She teaches them when she would like carrots, when she would like oats and when she would like both at the same time. But these humans are slow learners.Find out how one wombat - between scratching, sleeping and eating - manages to fit the difficult job of training humans into her busy schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jackie French","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173156978931,"sku":"9780207198366","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780207198366.jpg?v=1662055730"},{"product_id":"dog-shaun-tan-9781760526139","title":"Dog","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnce we were strangers,\n\u003cbr\u003elegs bent the wrong way,\n\u003cbr\u003erough voices falling to the wind ...\n\u003cbr\u003eBut in our hearts we wanted more than this. In our hearts, we knew there was more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A tour de force.' - The New York Times\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaun Tan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173216256243,"sku":"9781760526139","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760526139.jpg?v=1662056122"},{"product_id":"dont-call-me-bear-aaron-blabey-9781760159849","title":"Don't Call Me Bear","description":"\u003cp\u003eG'day, my name is Warren, and I've got something to share ... Just because I'm furry doesn't mean that I'm a bear. Warren the koala is many things-a marsupial, cute and furry, a bit of a grump-but the one thing he's not is a bear!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aaron Blabey","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173223170291,"sku":"9781760159849","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760159849.jpg?v=1662056173"},{"product_id":"edward-the-emu-sheena-knowles-9780207170515","title":"Edward the Emu","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delightful Australian classic written by Sheena Knowles and illustrated by Rod Clement.\n\u003cbr\u003e Tired of his life as an emu, Edward decides to try being something else for a change. He tries swimming with the seals, he spends a day lounging with the lions, and even slithers with the snakes. But Edward soon discovers that being an emu may be the best thing after all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSheena Knowles's upbeat, rhyming text and Rod Clement's expressive illustrations are sure to make readers laugh out loud in this whimsical picture book by the creators of Edwina the Emu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAWARDS\n\u003cbr\u003eShortlisted - 1989 CBCA Picture Book of the Year\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sheena Knowles","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173315018995,"sku":"9780207170515","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780207170515.jpg?v=1662056788"},{"product_id":"edwina-the-emu-sheena-knowles-9780207189142","title":"Edwina the Emu","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe wonderful sequel to the bestselling and widely acclaimed Edward the Emu. \n\u003cbr\u003e Now, we all know what happened after Edward met his mate Edwina ... little emus of course! But with a completely modern challenge for their mother of again finding her true place in the scheme of things. Hilarity is bound to happen as Edwina goes job searching while Edward stays on the nest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAWARDS FOR EDWARD THE EMU\n\u003cbr\u003eShortlisted - 1989 CBCA Picture Book of the Year\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sheena Knowles","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173315707123,"sku":"9780207189142","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780207189142.jpg?v=1662056793"},{"product_id":"ella-and-the-useless-day-meg-mckinlay-9781760653095","title":"Ella and the Useless Day","description":"\u003cp\u003eA heartwarming picture book about community, sustainability and how one neighbour's rubbish is another's treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eElla's house is full of things... useless things! At least that's what she and Dad think. But when they decide to have a clean-up day, something very curious happens. Maybe what is useless to them is treasure to someone else?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Meg McKinlay","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43173334778099,"sku":"8880002906362","price":10.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760653095.jpg?v=1662056905"},{"product_id":"flip-and-flap-pam-slattery-9781922643346","title":"Flip and Flap","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlip and Flap are two Little Penguins who leave the safety\n\u003cbr\u003eof their secluded cove and head out into Sydney Harbour.\n\u003cbr\u003eBut they don't realise how dangerous the journey will be\n\u003cbr\u003eand that the city is not the place for penguins!\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat do Flip and Flap encounter out in the harbour?\n\u003cbr\u003eWill they be able to make it back safely to their colony\n\u003cbr\u003ebefore sunset and avoid all the dangers along the way?\n\u003cbr\u003eManly in New South Wales is home to a breeding colony of Little\n\u003cbr\u003ePenguins, but their numbers are dwindling. Foxes, domestic animals,\n\u003cbr\u003eboat strikes and floating garbage all pose a threat to the Little Penguin\n\u003cbr\u003epopulation.\n\u003cbr\u003eA portion of the profits from the sale of this book will be donated to\n\u003cbr\u003ethe Foundation for National Parks \u0026amp; Wildlife to assist in the ongoing\n\u003cbr\u003eprotection and preservation of Manly's Little Penguin colony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pam Slattery","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":48900419223795,"sku":"9781922643346","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"As New","offer_id":43173561401587,"sku":"9990002964497","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Good","offer_id":48900419256563,"sku":"8880002719214","price":8.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781922643346.jpg?v=1662058590"},{"product_id":"floof-heidi-mckinnon-9781761180088","title":"Floof","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is Floof.\n\u003cbr\u003eFloof is floofy.\n\u003cbr\u003eFloof is VERY floofy.\n\u003cbr\u003eFloof is the FLOOFIEST!\n\u003cbr\u003eFloof is going to have a very busy day...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA book to delight anyone who has ever loved a ridiculous furball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is perfect for: \n\u003cbr\u003e- reading aloud to playful kids who delight in mischief  \n\u003cbr\u003e- cat lovers of all ages \n\u003cbr\u003e- explanding visual literacy, with simple words that tell a different story to the gorgeous pictures\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heidi McKinnon","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173563171059,"sku":"9781761180088","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781761180088.jpg?v=1662058608"},{"product_id":"funniest-dad-in-the-world-ed-allen-9781743817506","title":"Funniest Dad in the World","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe animals are trying to work out who has the funniest dad. Is it the dad who can juggle pizzas? Or the dad who burps the alphabet? Or the dad who tells jokes while playing the trombone? Find out whose dad is so funny, he's out of this world!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ed Allen","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43173665865971,"sku":"8880002600185","price":9.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743817506.jpg?v=1662059301"},{"product_id":"grandma-loves-you-anna-pignataro-9781743837535","title":"Grandma Loves You","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrandma Loves You is a captivating book filled with warmth and the joyous bond between grandmothers and grandchildren. Read aloud the gentle rhyming text as Grandma and her grandchildren enjoy activities together including dancing, baking, riding bicycles, walking, storytelling and reading.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anna Pignataro","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173767119091,"sku":"9781743837535","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743837535.jpg?v=1662060149"},{"product_id":"grandpa-loves-you-anna-pignataro-9781743836569","title":"Grandpa Loves You","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrandpa loves you little one, your tiny hands, your nose. Grandpa loves your cheeky grin, and your wriggly, wiggly toes. A heart-warming celebration of the love shared between grandfathers and their grandchildren.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anna Pignataro","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173768265971,"sku":"9781743836569","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743836569.jpg?v=1662060160"},{"product_id":"grug-hardback-ted-prior-9781760851613","title":"Grug Hardback","description":"\u003cp\u003eOnce the top of a Burrawang tree fell to the ground ... and the grassy top began to change.\n\u003cbr\u003eIt became Grug.\n\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003eThis classic Aussie hero is back from the bush to enchant a new generation of youngsters!\n\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003eTed Prior's bestselling Grug series is beloved by early readers and parents alike and has sold more than a million copies in Australia alone. His first story was published in 1979 and Ted went on to write 34 more stories featuring Grug and his adventures with his other bush friends, Cara and Snoot.\n\u003cbr\u003e \n\u003cbr\u003eGrug available as a standalone hardback for the first time in August 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ted Prior","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173799854323,"sku":"9781760851613","price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760851613.jpg?v=1662060438"},{"product_id":"hello-and-welcome-gregg-dreise-9781760898328","title":"Hello and Welcome","description":"\u003cp\u003eFeel the welcome as we celebrate Indigenous culture, Elders and future generations. Join the corroboree in the traditional Gamilaraay language of the Kamilaroi people as we listen and learn together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA wonderful companion to Gregg Dreise's highly acclaimed My Culture and Me, this joyful picture book celebrates Australia's Indigenous heritage and the diversity we enjoy today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHello and welcome to  our corroboree.\n\u003cbr\u003eHello and welcome to our gathering.\n\u003cbr\u003eFather Sky, Mother Earth, together here with me.\n\u003cbr\u003eDifferent colours, different people, together in harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gregg Dreise","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173886525683,"sku":"9781760898328","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760898328.jpg?v=1662061140"},{"product_id":"hello-baby-shelly-unwin-9781760876074","title":"Hello, Baby!","description":"\u003cp\u003eHere you are. Look at you!  \n\u003cbr\u003eTiny, precious, all brand-new.  \n\u003cbr\u003eAt first you were a beating heart,  \n\u003cbr\u003eNow your life's about to start ... Hello, Baby!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA sweet story that perfectly captures the special feelings that arrive with a new baby, and which will welcome that bundle of joy into hearts and homes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shelly Unwin","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43173887508723,"sku":"9781760876074","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760876074.jpg?v=1662061144"},{"product_id":"i-need-a-hug-aaron-blabey-9781743629093","title":"I Need a Hug","description":"\u003cp\u003e'I need a hug. Will you cuddle me, Lou?' 'What? With those spikes? Get away from me! Shoo!' All the little porcupine wants is a hug. But with such prickly spikes, will she ever get the cuddle she craves? A truly adorable tale from the best-selling creator of Pig the Pug and Thelma-the-Unicorn.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aaron Blabey","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43174065897715,"sku":"8880002929675","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743629093.jpg?v=1662062622"},{"product_id":"iceberg-claire-saxby-9781760526047","title":"Iceberg","description":"\u003cp\u003eWINNER: 2022 CBCA Picture Book of the YearNOTABLE BOOK: 2022 CBCA Book of the Year, Eve Pownall AwardIn the final freeze of an Antarctic winter, green tails wave across a star-full sky, as if to farewell endless nights. If this world looks empty, look closer ... Penguins trek across the ice to their winter homes. As the temperature warms, birds fly above on their long migrations. And with the advent of summer, beneath an iceberg, the sea is teeming with life. Ocean, sky, snow and ice - minute greens and giant blues - dance a delicate dance in this evocative portrayal of the life cycle of an iceberg.'Richly informative and brimming with detailed facts presented in lyrical, sophisticated, evocative language ... Text and image balance each other perfectly in their delicate yet powerful tone. An expert merging of knowledge with grace.' Books+Publishing\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Claire Saxby","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174079430899,"sku":"9781760526047","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760526047.jpg?v=1662062736"},{"product_id":"im-a-dirty-dinosaur-janeen-brian-9780670076154","title":"I'm a Dirty Dinosaur","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom award-winning author Janeen Brian and award-winning illustrator Ann James comes this gorgeous rhyming picture book about a naughty little dinosaur who  loves to get dirty. Bright simple illustrations and rounded corners perfect  for the very young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom award-winning author Janeen Brian and award-winning illustrator Ann James, comes this gorgeous rhyming picture book about a naughty little dinosaur who  loves to get dirty. Bright simple illustrations and rounded corners perfect  for the very young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStomp, splash, slide, dive . . . . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis little dinosaur just loves mud!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Janeen Brian","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174100795635,"sku":"9780670076154","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780670076154.jpg?v=1662062908"},{"product_id":"imagine-alison-lester-9781741147124","title":"Imagine","description":"\u003cp\u003eImagine yourself deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, on a farm, in the moonlit bush, on an African plain, in a prehistoric swamp. Then turn the page and find all the animals living there.  A wonderful introduction to the natural world with intricate pictures to explore again and again, and a key to help you name all the animals, this is an Australian picture book classic in a sparkly paperback edition with over 400,000 copies sold.  Alison Lester's books are favourites with children and adults all around the world, with over 3 million copies sold in Australia, where she was the first Australian Children's Laureate. Her books Magic Beach, Imagine, My Farm, Are We There Yet? and Kissed by the Moon are Australian classics.  Imagine is a long-standing favourite with Australian children and families for its: - 'search and find' format - intricate, detailed illustrations - mix of imaginative play with spectacular natural worlds - joyful rhyming text.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alison Lester","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174112952563,"sku":"9781741147124","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781741147124.jpg?v=1662062989"},{"product_id":"jacks-jumper-sara-acton-9781760654054","title":"Jack's Jumper","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sweet story about the bond between brothers and the sentimental value of sharing with your siblings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJack's jumper is special because it can be many things - a den, a hat, a hug - but most of all it is special because it belonged to Jack's big brother, Paul. Jack wears the jumper every day, but when forced to take it off to have a bath, the cat sees a comfy new bed...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sara Acton","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43174249562355,"sku":"8880002906379","price":10.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760654054.jpg?v=1662063758"},{"product_id":"jetty-jumping-andrea-rowe-9781760500658","title":"Jetty Jumping","description":"\u003cp\u003eWinner of the 2022 Children's Book Council of Australia Award for Early Childhood Book of the Year!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e While Milla's friends take big, brave jumps off the jetty, Milla stays on the blistering wood, scared of what lurks below. But when Milla accidentally falls off the edge, she discovers the beauty of the deep, dark sea - and her summer changes forever. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Andrea Rowe and Hannah Sommerville perfectly capture the challenges of childhood - and the joy of letting go - in this homage to summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Andrea Rowe","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174276432115,"sku":"9781760500658","price":24.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760500658.jpg?v=1662063937"},{"product_id":"josephine-wants-to-dance-10th-anniversary-edition-jackie-french-9781460752524","title":"Josephine Wants To Dance 10th Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eCelebrating the 10th anniversary of this wonderful story about dreams, believing in yourself... and a dancing kangaroo.\n\u003cbr\u003e Josephine is a kangaroo - who loves to dance. Her little brother, Joey, tells her that kangaroos don't dance, they hop - but Josephine continues to point her toes and leap through the air. When a ballet troupe comes to town and both the lead ballerina and understudy are injured, Josephine's talents are called upon to help save the day. Can she do it and, more importantly, does it matter that she's a kangaroo? \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJosephine Wants To Dance has been delighting children since it was first published ten years ago, and this pink and sparkly anniversary edition is the perfect way to celebrate!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jackie French","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174293307635,"sku":"9781460752524","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781460752524.jpg?v=1662064061"},{"product_id":"lost-thing-shaun-tan-9780734411389","title":"Lost Thing","description":"\u003cp\u003eA boy discovers a bizarre-looking creature while out collecting bottle-tops at a beach. Having guessed that it is lost, he tries to find out who owns it or where it belongs, but the problem is met with indifference by everyone else, who barely notices its presence. Each is unhelpful in their own way; strangers, friends, parents are all unwilling to entertain this uninvited interruption to day-to-day life. In spite of his better judgement, the boy feels sorry for this hapless creature, and attempts to find out where it belongs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Shaun Tan","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174685278451,"sku":"9780734411389","price":17.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9780734411389.jpg?v=1662066630"},{"product_id":"macca-the-alpaca-matt-cosgrove-9781743816332","title":"Macca the Alpaca","description":"\u003cp\u003eMacca 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?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Matt Cosgrove","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174727319795,"sku":"9781743816332","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743816332.jpg?v=1662066938"},{"product_id":"magic-beach-alison-lester-9781741144888","title":"Magic Beach","description":"\u003cp\u003eVoted Australia's Best Children's Picture Book of all time! (The Guardian poll, 2026)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImagine a beach where you can swim, surf, splash through the waves, make sandcastles, hunt for treasure, explore rock-pools, muck about in boats, fish from the jetty, and build a bonfire under the stars. Come to Magic Beach, where adventure begins... \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn Australian classic with over half a million copies sold, Magic Beach epitomises everything we love about childhood summers spent at the beach with family and friends, when everything seems possible and the promise of a book before bedtime is the perfect end to a perfect day. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMagic Beach is a long-standing favourite with Australian children and families for its: \n\u003cbr\u003e- unforgettable rhyming text \n\u003cbr\u003e- uniquely Australian setting \n\u003cbr\u003e- iconic summer beach vibes \n\u003cbr\u003e- timeless, classic illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alison Lester","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174740951283,"sku":"9781741144888","price":16.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781741144888.jpg?v=1662067046"},{"product_id":"mallee-sky-jodi-toering-author-9781760652166","title":"Mallee Sky","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn extremely timely and beautiful picture book about the effects of drought and climate change in the Mallee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe first people of the land call the Mallee \"Nowie\". It means sunset country. When the sun goes down the red heat of the day bleeds into the sky and sets it on fire. Drought and rain - life under a Mallee Sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis poetic text by emerging author Jodi Toering is beautifully accompanied by lush oil paintings by fine artist and illustrator Tannya Harricks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jodi Toering (Author)","offers":[{"title":"Fair","offer_id":43174757433587,"sku":"8880002618425","price":10.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781760652166.jpg?v=1662067225"},{"product_id":"missing-marvin-sue-degennaro-9781742769509","title":"Missing Marvin","description":"\u003cp\u003eA whimsical new book from award-winning author and illustrator, Sue deGennaro, about having the courage to speak honestly with friends when you don't like being the butt of practical jokes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sue DeGennaro","offers":[{"title":"Very Good","offer_id":43174867042547,"sku":"8880003000076","price":11.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781742769509.jpg?v=1662068290"},{"product_id":"mopoke-philip-bunting-9781742991658","title":"Mopoke.","description":"\u003cp\u003eMopoke sits in the old gum tree,\n\u003cbr\u003epoked and prodded by the bush is he ... Mopoke loves peace and quiet but the bush is full of many, many annoyances. Poor Mopoke is about to find out that you can't always get what you want. Visually brilliant, and hysterically funny, Philip's pictures tell a thousand words, with the support of some very sparse, but hilarious, text. This is a book destined to become a classic.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Philip Bunting","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174892699891,"sku":"9781742991658","price":26.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781742991658.jpg?v=1662068559"},{"product_id":"my-country-dorothea-mackellar-9781743837702","title":"My Country","description":"\u003cp\u003eI love a sunburnt country, A land of sweeping plains, Of ragged mountain ranges, Of droughts and flooding rains. I love her far horizons, I love her jewel-sea, Her beauty and her terror-The wide brown land for me! Dorothea MacKellar's iconic poem, beautifully illustrated by Andrew McLean, depicts Australia in all its contrasts.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorothea MacKellar","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":43174937592051,"sku":"9781743837702","price":19.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/4284\/5939\/products\/9781743837702.jpg?v=1662069010"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.harryhartog.com.au\/collections\/australian-picture-books.oembed?page=22","provider":"Harry Hartog Bookseller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}