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The Adventure Club #1: Red Panda Rescue
Eight-year-old Tilly really isn’t looking forward to the spring holidays that is until she wins a school competition and finds herself heading to Nepal on the adventure of a lifetime to observe red pandas. Tilly will be helping conservationists and will get to do all sorts of exciting things. But when one red panda can not be found will Tilly’s dream adventure turn into a nightmare…
Page Count: 192
Genre: Adventure Themes: Animals, nature, environment, friendship 'a word about books' says…"From Jess Butterworth comes a lovely new series that is perfect reading for all little adventurers, budding conservationists and animal lovers. I definitely want to join The Adventure Club and I know that after reading this you will too!"
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The Adventure Club #2: Tiger in Trouble
Coming soon...
Page Count: 160
Genre: Adventure Themes: Animals, nature, environment, friendship 'a word about books' says…"Coming soon..."
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Adventure Duck vs Power Pug
Duck was not looking for adventure. He was quite content lazing around, raiding bins for leftovers and eating soggy bread. But then a meteorite crashed into his pond and he gained some extraordinary superpowers. And he’s not the only one to gain new powers. A canine with evil plans has been affected too and now Adventure Duck must save the world...
Page Count: 144
Genre: Adventure Themes: Animals, humour 'a word about books' says…"Adventure Duck and his nemesis Power Pug deliver an action-packed adventure story with plenty of wise-cracks, some egg-ceedingly bad jokes and some quacking puns that will keep both children and adults entertained."
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The Adventures of Harry Stevenson #1
There is nothing unusual about guinea pig Harry Stevenson. He eats, he sleeps, and when he sleeps he dreams about what he can eat. In fact, his life pretty much revolves around food…and it is this love of food that is the cause of the many hilarious situations that Harry finds himself in. Join Harry as he moves to a new home and celebrates his owner Billy's birthday...
Page Count: 192
Genre: Humour Themes: Animals, family, friendship 'a word about books' says…"Harry Stevenson is a delightful read about the adventures of a plump, fluffy guinea pig. Young readers will love the laugh-out-loud adventures and the lively illustrations in shades of neon orange that capture Harry's expressions perfectly."
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The Adventures of Harry Stevenson #2: Guinea Pig Superstar
Harry Stevenson likes nothing more than eating, sleeping, and dreaming about eating. When he is awake he gets into all sorts of mischief. When Harry’s owner Billy takes him into school for show and tell, events take a rather surprising turn. And a day at the Grand Hotel for the Grand Gala sees Harry up to his whiskers in crime…
Page Count: 224
Genre: Humour Themes: Crime, animals, friendship, school 'a word about books' says…”I’m a big fan of this sweet, fast-paced adventure story. Guinea pig owners and pet lovers will love reading about this carrot-munching, pop-corning ginger bundle of joy. It is perfect for fans of Claude by Alex T. Smith and Piggy Handsome by Pip Jones.”
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Agents of the Wild #1: Operation Honeyhunt
Agnes Gamble loves animals but her Uncle refuses to let her have a pet. One day she finds an elephant shrew in her bedroom who is part of a secret wildlife protection agency called SPEARS. When a rare bee gets lost during a relocation, Agnes is sent to the Atlantic Forest to save the bee. Can she follow in the footsteps of her parents and become a successful SPEARS agent...
Page Count: 184
Genre: Adventure Themes: Environment, nature, animals 'a word about books' says…”Some people are at one with nature and Agnes is definitely at home in the ‘wild’. A delightful adventure full of humour and heart and with great messages about conservation, loving and respecting nature and protecting endangered species."
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Agents of the Wild #2: Operation Icebeak
When SPEARS receive a distress call from their underwater outpost in Antarctica they know just the two agents that are needed to go and aid and investigate. Agnes and Attie the shrew are the perfect agents to send to icy Antarctica on a mission to investigate some very strange goings-on. But everything is not as it seems at Outpost Twenty-Two and Agnes and Attie are going to have to uncover all manner of mysteries if they are to save the wildlife and the outpost...
Page Count: 184
Genre: Adventure Themes: Environment, nature, animals 'a word about books' says…”A delightful and thrilling adventure story with plenty of danger and peril. It is fast-paced, fun and a read that young wildlife enthusiasts will really enjoy."
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Albert Johnson and the Buns of Steel
Albert Johnson comes from a family of Master Bakers and his father has high hopes of his son carrying on the family tradition. With a thriving business, it is the perfect time for dad to teach Albert the art of baking. Only one problem…Albert prefers eating to baking and would really rather be playing sport. Will the Doughmaster 5000 provide the perfect baking solution...
Page Count: 112
Genre: Science-fiction Themes: Family, food, dyslexia friendly 'a word about books' says…”A fabulously engaging sci-fi adventure that sees a disgruntled robot turn on his inventor, children will love the hilarious battle sequence. But what will come out on top, balls or baguettes?"
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Anna Hibiscus
Anna Hibiscus lives in a very busy household with her entire family. It is great fun playing with cousins and hiding from aunts and uncles. Anna gets to do lots of fun things like going on holiday, playing in the sea, enjoying big family celebrations and even selling oranges! But the one thing she really wants is to see snow…
Page Count: 112
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, international, food, BAME, diversity 'a word about books' says…"Like all children, Anna Hibiscus loves to play and share good times with her family. Readers will find they have much in common with this delightful girl who gives readers a glimpse of what it is like to grow up in Africa."
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Anna Liza and the Happy Practice
Anna Liza’s mum has the best job in the world, she gets to make sad people happy again. Anna Liza wants to help people find their happy too but she’ll have to wait until she is older before she can officially do it. For the time being she operates the Happy Practice out of her mum’s waiting room. With magazines, drinks, songs, jokes and roller-skates she has everything she needs to make people happy again…
Page Count: 96
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, friendship, mental health, dyslexia friendly 'a word about books' says…"An important and heart-warming story that gently explores how children are affected by a parent suffering with mental health issues."
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Archie & Reddie #1: I Really Dig Pizza!
Archie cannot believe his luck when he stumbles upon a gift-wrapped pizza in the forest. Who would leave such a tasty treat unattended? Archie does what any sensible fox would do and buries the treat under a pile of dirt ready for his dinner. But when Reddie discovers the same pile of dirt she is determined to find out what lies beneath. Oh no! Will Archie be able to keep his cheesy treat a secret or will Reddie solve the mystery of the pile of dirt…
Page Count: 80
Genre: Graphic novel Themes: Animals, humour, food 'a word about books' says…"Archie & Reddie, two foxes who love having fun together, are awesome and make for a brilliant introduction to the wonderful world of graphic novels."
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Archie & Reddie #2: We Will Find Your Hat!
It is ‘Hat Day’ and Reddie is bursting with excitement to go the party. But when she arrives at Archie’s she is met with terrible news, Archie has lost his favourite hat. No problem though as Reddie is awesome at finding things and is sure the two hat-hunters will have found it in no time. Unfortunately, Archie’s house isn’t exactly tidy and Reddie hasn’t a clue what the hat looks like! Will they ever find Archie’s hat or are they going to miss the party…
Page Count: 80
Genre: Graphic novel Themes: Animals, humour 'a word about books' says…"Crammed full of humour, silliness and slightly awkward situations, the delightful duo serve up some cracking entertainment that is sure to delight."
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Arlo & Pips #1: King of the Birds
Arlo the crow has it all going on; he is drop dead gorgeous, incredibly smart, a brilliant impersonator, a talented actor and a collector of shiny things. He likes nothing more than bragging about how wonderful he is and wants his new mate Pips to hear all about it. Yellow songbird Pips isn’t so sure that Arlo is the ‘king of the birds’. Will friendship bloom or will Arlo’s boasting leave Pips with his feathers in a flap…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Graphic novel, adventure Themes: Animals, humour, friendship 'a word about books' says…"I didn’t stop smiling and laughing at the antics of Arlo and his endless claims. Highly amusing and thoroughly entertaining from start to finish."
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Armadillo and Hare #1: Armadillo and Hare
Despite their differences, Armadillo and Hare are the best of friends. Armadillo enjoys sitting around in his chair, thinking about cheese and eating cheese. Hare is full of energy, plays the tuba and always looks rather dapper. Join the friends for ten short stories as they enjoys days out together, deal with problems at home and ponder things about the world - both big and small...
Page Count: 160
Genre: Humour Themes: Animals, food, friendship, everyday life 'a word about books' says…"A perfectly pitched read that has all the warmth and charm of the Frog and Toad adventures by Arnold Lobel. Two friends spending time together at home, enjoying days out and learning valuable and meaningful lessons about life."
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Armadillo and Hare #3: Armadillo and Hare and the Flamingo Affair
Unlikely duo Armadillo and Hare love life in the Big Forest. When someone new arrives in the forest, she causes quite the stir. Perched in a bath tub on the bank of the lake is a singing flamingo! The strange sight raises more questions than it does provide answers. Where did the flamingo come from? What’s with all the singing? And why is she in a bath tub?...
Page Count: 176
Genre: Humour Themes: Animals, friendship, everyday life 'a word about books' says…"Flamingo fabulousness is plentiful in this delightful read that celebrates friendship and the importance of being who you are."
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Aussie Kids: Meet Dooley on the Farm
Cousin Sienna is coming to stay at Dooley’s farm but she has a rather sensitive nose and isn’t too keen on all of the farmyard smells, the animals and the mud. Dooley is excited to do lots of country things with Sienna - swim in the creek, eat wild berries, look after the animals and have a sleep-out in the barn. Life is about to be very different for Sienna...
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, friendship 'a word about books' says…”A lovely story that explores all of the fun that can be had on the farm and the different experiences of two children who live very different lives - the boy from the country spending time on his farm with the girl from the city."
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Aussie Kids: Meet Eve in the Outback
Eve lives a long way from anybody so when a relative comes to visit it is an extra special occasion. Last year she enjoyed showing her nan the Nullarbor and she is thrilled that cousin Will is visiting this year. But Eve is worried that Will won’t be excited to see her home. The Nullarbor and the Nowhere Roadhouse may be a long way from anywhere but there’s still plenty of fun to be had…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, friendship 'a word about books' says…”I have never been to Western Australia so was thoroughly looking forward to being shown around the outback by Eve. She is an excellent guide in a story that is all about having fun together with family."
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Aussie Kids: Meet Katie at the Beach
Everyone is excited for a day at the beach. Katie has a wobbly tooth but that won’t stop a day of swimming, sandcastles, cricket and eating mango. When Katie’s tooth comes out and no-one knows where it is, that can only mean one thing…time for a treasure hunt.
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, seaside 'a word about books' says…”A bright and easy read that captures the fun and enjoyment that can be had at the beach. A great length of book for emerging readers who are new to chapter books.”
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Aussie Kids: Meet Matilda at the Festival
Matilda is very excited to be going to a festival at the Japanese embassy. There will be lots of stalls, different performers and delicious foods to eat. And best of all, her friend Hansuke will be there. But Hansuke is leaving soon and is heading back to Tokyo and despite all the fun that is to be had at the festival Matilda knows that it will soon be time to say goodbye…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, friendship, feelings, emotions 'a word about books' says…”A very sweet story that has a delightful ending. It is all about friendship and is proof that goodbyes do not have to be forever."
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Aussie Kids: Meet Mia by the Jetty
Mia is thrilled to learn that a boy called Jim is coming to stay with her family for a few days. She plans on showing him all of the fun things that there are to do in Victor Harbor. Her only concern is that her bossy older sister, Alice, might take charge and spoil all of the fun. So she comes up with a plan…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Seaside, family, friendship 'a word about books' says…”A story about being proud of your town and the joy and fun that is had when showing a visitor all the things you can do where you live. There are messages on friendship and kindness and the trials and tribulations of having a rather bossy older sibling."
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Aussie Kids: Meet Taj at the Lighthouse
Taj never wanted to leave home. But then things turned bad…there were noises in the night, smoke filled the skies and houses were destroyed. Everything is strange in Australia…people, food, school, and Dadda can’t get a job. Even his favourite lightning bolt t-shirt isn’t cheering him up. But then a different kind of light comes into Taj’s life and things begin to look a lot brighter…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, school, immigration, feelings, emotions 'a word about books' says…”A story that any reader who has moved to a new country will be able to relate to. It is a gentle read that tells of the fears, anxieties and issues that migrant children have to deal with.”
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Aussie Kids: Meet Zoe and Zac at the Zoo
Best friends Zoe and Zac live at the zoo in Dubbo. Today is a very special day as they are both celebrating their seventh birthdays and Zoe’s mum has promised them that they can join her for a day of work at the zoo and help feed the animals. All the animals are keen to be fed, all except Amali the lion who has an extra-special birthday surprise for Zoe and Zac…
Page Count: 64
Genre: Everyday life Themes: Family, friendship, animals 'a word about books' says…”A story full of warmth, heart and a lot of very hungry animals. I love the idea of living at the zoo and being visited by the kangaroos, emus and koalas and being able to spot giraffes and zebras through the kitchen window."
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Aven Green Baking Machine
Despite having no arms, Aven Green is an expert baker. With the big dessert competition coming up, Aven has her sights set on winning a ribbon. All she and her friends need to do is to decide what to bake. But with Aven refusing to try new things and making fun of desserts with ‘funny names’ it look likes the friends have the ingredients for disaster and not the recipe for success…
Page Count: 128
Genre: Everyday life, humour Themes: Disability, food, friendship, bullying, feelings 'a word about books' says…”Aven Green tells her story with humour and irresistible honesty, and with the lovely black and white illustrations of Gina Perry it has all of the ingredients for success. There are even recipes for Aven and her friends' delicious desserts at the back."
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Aven Green Sleuthing Machine
After a month of solving mysteries, third-grader Aven Green is an expert private investigator and there is no case that she cannot crack. At school, a spate of food thefts have left the children and teachers confused. Closer to home, great-grandma’s dog has gone missing. In a neighbourhood riddled with crime, will Aven Green sleuthing machine be able to crack her toughest cases yet…
Page Count: 128
Genre: Everyday life, crime, mystery Themes: Disability, family, friendship, food, humour 'a word about books' says…”I love how diverse this book is; Aven has a disability, she is adopted and has a fantastic group of friends of different races and ethnicities. Funny and quirky, Dusti Bowling’s delightful early chapter book starring the irrepressible Aven Green is awesome."
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Bad Nana #1: Older not Wiser
Jeanie's grandma isn’t your typical polite and pleasant old lady. Bad Nana has a knack of making a trip to the most ordinary of places a lot more interesting. So it is of no surprise that a visit to the park and a class trip to the local history museum don’t go as smoothly as perhaps they should. Because wherever Bad Nana goes, trouble and mischief are never far away…
Page Count: 152
Genre: Humour Themes: Family, friendship, bullying, school, everyday life 'a word about books' says…"Sophy Henn has written a rollickingly good read. This is one grandma who certainly is not old enough to know better and Jeanie wouldn't have her any other way. If only all nana's were this much fun!"
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