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'Tis the run up to Christmasand there is so much to do!At Elf School we are learninghow we can help too.Elroy McChristmas and his friends are about to sit their final test before Santa decides the best job for each elf. But when it's time to show off their skills, the classroom erupts into chaos! Can Elroy and his classmates restore calm before Santa arrives?With the rhyming style of Clement C. Moore's classic A Night Before Christmas, this timeless tale will take you on a thrilling adventure to Elf School.

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A stick, a stone, a feather, a bone... Come exploring with our campers as they spot treasures along the track to their campsite. Don't forget to keep an eye out for the cheeky kea along the way! But what happens when the curious campers take a wrong turn?Praise for A Stick and a Stone:'It inspired us to go outside and do a nature treasure hunt. Something in this gorgeous book for everyone!' - Gleebooks'Reminiscent of We're Going on a Bear Hunt and A Summery Saturday Morning, this beautifully illustrated story will delight parents and children alike. 3+' - Scorpio Books'A wonderful tale to share with the little family members in shared reading times that will encourage observations of the world around them.' - Sue Reid, Paper Plus Masterton'Cute and energetic.' - Lucy Black, Read NZ

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What can you see Under the Sea? A ginormous whale (tohora) or a tiny scallop (tipa)? UNDER THE SEA is a fun and engaging adventure that is perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: My Body ***

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Name all the things you can see down by the sea in English and te reo Maori with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.What can you see on a day at the beach? A sandcastle (pa kirikiri), some waves (ngaru), or a lifeguard (kaikauhauora)? A DAY AT THE BEACH is a fun and engaging seaside excursion that is perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: A Day at the Zoo ***

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Learning animal names in English and te reo Maori is fun and interactive with this vibrant board book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley.What can you see on a day at the zoo? A lion (raiona), an elephant (arawhana), or a panda (pana pea)? A DAY AT THE ZOO is a fun and engaging collection of all your favourite animals from around the world. Perfect for Kiwi kids!"Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books." - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: A Day at the Beach ***

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A wonderfully illustrated board book for learning machine names in both English and te reo Maori, featuring a fire engine (waka tinei ahi), a train (tereina) and the essential one . . . a digger (wakakari). Perfect for Kiwi kids!This fun and educational book from award-winning illustrator Donovan Bixley is full of things that fly, things that float and THINGS THAT GO!Early concept boardbooks and picture books are essential as a way to both teach children language and begin their lifelong love of books. - The Sapling*** Love this book? Check out My First Board Book: My Body ***

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After a men’s room confrontation with his new boss’ right-hand man, Maori cop Tito Ihaka has been sent into exile. Out of the blue McGrail summons him back to Auckland. Christopher Lilywhite, the businesswoman’s terminally ill husband whom Ihaka suspected was behind his wife’s death, wants to see him.Lilywhite confesses that he had his wife murdered, but he dealt with the hit-man at arm’s length so has no idea who he is. In quick succession Lilywhite and another potential source of information are murdered. Ihaka’s old rival Detective Inspector Tony Charlton takes control of the case but with more corpses turning up and Auckland Central stretched to breaking point, he agrees to let Ihaka investigate the apparently unrelated murder of a young man about town.As the investigations expand uncovering a blackmail operation preying on married women, gang activities controlled from inside Paremeremo prison and possible police corruption, Ihaka realises that the cases are related and he’s hunting a faceless and prolific hit-man. Or is the hit-man hunting him?

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A stirring, beautifully-illustrated graphic biography of an American trailblazer who fights for equality.

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High-stakes adventure, mystery and a setting like no other return in the sequel to the epic Jed and the Junkyard War.

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The action packed sequel to Dark Metropolis (Disney-Hyperion, 2015) weaves political intrigue, deadly magic and heartbreaking romance into an unforgettable narrative.

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The Handcuff King's story comes to life in this graphic retelling of one of his most famous stunts.

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The mesmerising story of one girl's struggle to break her family's cycle of poverty is reissued with an arresting new cover.

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A funny, gross-out, middle-grade novel about finding oneself, finding one's friends, and embracing the moment.

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Return to the quirky coastal town of Topsea in this delightfully eerie illustrated series that's reminiscient of Lemony Snicket.

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Digby Law's recipes are loved and used in kitchens everywhere. This collection of over 400 vegetable recipes make the most of seasonal fresh New Zealand produce with a variety of flavour and texture combinations. You'll find delicious sides, salads, mains and even desserts and sauces on these pages that will make you fall in love with vegetables all over again.

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A hilarious tale about a boy who enjoys the concept of bedtime but has trouble falling asleep.

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A cosy, funny read-aloud about a cuddly panda's bedtime struggle

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With a white mother and a Japanese father, Koji quickly realises his San Francisco home is no longer a welcoming one atfter Pearl Harbour is attacked. A stunning tale of isolation and social upheaval rendered in a lush cinematic illustrative style.

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The Looky Book is a puzzle book mostly for young children with 11 different puzzles all with colourful New Zealand landscapes, birds and animals. Find the numbers with the crazy All Black lambs, spot the difference: the mischievous keas have changed around somebody s campervan, find the animals hidden deep in the bush, match the farmers to their animals. Plus spot what s wrong in the weird and wonderful scenes: Should a kiwi be flying? Could a sheep round up the dogs? And why is there a penguin at the top of that tree?

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Generations of New Zealanders responded to pioneering broadcaster Aunt Daisy''s nine o''clock radio catchcry, ''Good morning, everybody''. While her nationwide broadcasts ended more than 40 years ago, her legacy lives on and now you can enjoy over 100 of Aunt Daisy''s tried-and-true baking recipes in The Aunt Daisy Baking Book. Nostalgic, reliable and delicious, these recipes are now presented with metric measurements and in a modern, easy-to-follow format for today''s cooks. Includes 32 colour photographs.

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Digby Law's recipes are loved and used in kitchens everywhere. This collection of over 300 soups, stocks, garnishes and accompaniments has all your favourites and more. From a classic borsch or bouillabaisse to the more exotic Turkish wedding soup, this is your one-stop reference for delicious and wholesome meals.Digby Law was a chef, food writer and broadcaster whose cookery books helped change the way New Zealanders approached food and eating. With a passion for fresh ingredients and simple recipes his cookbooks deserve a place in every kitchen.

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