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A sweet little mouse called Claris, a new friend and a seaside adventure on the French Riviera! – the third Claris adventure from beloved children’s author Megan Hess.‘Pack your bags darling Claris, try not to delay. We’re off to the French Riviera – today!’ The best-selling Claris series follows an adorable mouse who moves to Paris to follow her fashion dreams, for fans of Eloise and Olivia. Destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages! A quarter of a million Claris books in print!

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A highly original non-fiction guide on waste and the environment for a young audience. Your Planet Needs You! is packed with simple and entertaining ways that kids and their families can reduce, re-use, recycle, renew and REALLY GET INVOLVED in cleaning up our planet. Nobody really likes to think about rubbish (pee-ew!). But whether you know it or not, waste is part of everyone’s lives. Each year, a single person can create up to a tonne of waste. That’s the equivalent weight of a small hippo! Where does waste come from? Where does it end up? And what can we do to help our planet? Renowned picture book creator Philip Bunting answers all these questions and more in this entertaining and enlightening look at how to wallop waste and reduce rubbish. Learn how to start a compost bin, or how to use an old egg carton to sprout your very own seedlings. Get tips on cool things you can do with empty tin cans or an old pair of socks, and discover how long different things take to decompose – from an apple core to a gumboot to a plastic bag. With a positive outlook and a generous dollop of humour, Your Planet Needs You! shows that taking care of our environment can be both fun and rewarding. You can be the change! Your planet needs you! For ages 4 and up.

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Everyone needs a home, but some Australian creatures are losing theirs. From sandstone ridges to tropical beaches, from coastal woodlands to alpine streams, habitats are shrinking and changing. The animals in this book need help, and we are the only ones who can give it.

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Discover the landscapes of Australia through the vibrant artwork of Aboriginal artist Kimberly Engwicht.The All Around Us series is a captivating collection of first concepts board books, told through simple narrative.

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Kingsley has decided to get a job. This is not a decision to be taken lightly. After all, a job is a BIG responsibility. But finding the right kind of job is much harder than Kingsley expected. Some jobs are tricky for paws. Some jobs are difficult to understand. And some just don’t seem to appreciate a dog's work ethic the way they should. Will Kingsley ever find a job that is exactly right? A sweet, tender and deeply funny story about the power of friendship, belonging, and one dog’s mission to find the perfect job. A CBCA Notable Book

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A contemporary young adult novel about musical theatre, first romance and standing up for yourself from the brilliant Australian YA author Katy Warner.At the prestigious performing arts school Arcadia Grammar, the theatre kids and the musical theatre kids have just one rule: you DO NOT go for each other’s lead roles. But Edie is about to throw the rulebook out the window – and all hell is going to break loose. Edie Emerson is a triple threat: she can sing and dance and act. But despite being the lead in every musical at Arcadia, she knows her future on the stage is uncertain. At least until the infamous director Toby Swan agrees to stage Romeo and Juliet at the academy. This show could launch Edie’s career – except she doesn’t do ‘theatre’. And she’s already agreed to star in a new musical written by her best friend, Will. So when Toby casts the annoying-but-hot Noah Winters as Romeo, and he insists on Edie for Juliet, it sets the stage for drama … Edie had her role at Arcadia down to a fine art. But does she have what it takes to play the most difficult and complicated role of all: herself? A CBCA Notable Book

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Buhwi Bira is a warrior, and his sister Baribun is a dreamer. With very different personalities, can brother and sister work together? A gorgeous story about the power of sibling bonds from Ella Noah Bancroft and Bronwyn Bancroft.

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Daisy has gone bonkers! On her daily walk, she unexpectedly leaps into the air and takes off around the park. Confused and embarrassed, Jasper runs after Daisy – interrupting a yoga class, ruining a game of cricket and accidentally pushing poor posh Mrs Pallot into the pond! Can Jasper get to the bottom of Daisy's behaviour amidst all of the hullabaloo? With irresistible rhyme and loveable characters, Daisy and Jasper's second adventure is even more hilarious than their first.

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When you have one big house, two small children, a game of Three Little Pigs and a huge stack of cardboard boxes ... You discover that friends are what make as house your home. Libby Gleeson and Freya Blackwood, whose first book together was the award-winning Amy & Louis, have teamed up to produce a stricking story about loneliness, friendship and what it means to move house and start afresh.

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Grow Big, Little Seed is a tender, hopeful picture book about disappointment, miscarriage and pregnancy after loss. Illustrated by the extraordinary papercut artist, Sarah Capon (@eyepicturedthis), it’s perfect for children aged 2 to 7, and any family celebrating their new baby.Exciting things were happening in Nina’s home.‘While we wait,’ said Mum, ‘let’s plant a seed and watch it grow.’ When Nina plants a pumpkin seed, she imagines herself and a little sister playing in the leaves of a large pumpkin plant. Nina’s mum is pregnant and it seems that Nina’s dreams may soon come true. But despite Nina’s loving care, her seedling stops growing as her mother’s pregnancy ends early. As time goes by, her mother is pregnant again, and Nina finds the courage to plant another seed. This tim

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In this warm-hearted and lovingly detailed picture book, illustrator and author Niña Nill weaves a story about the pieces of ourselves we bring along when we move, the things we have to leave behind, and how we rebuild a sense of home.Our family is moving to a new country. We can’t take all our things, so we need to make a list … The book is inspired by Niña’s own experiences of moving to a new country with her young family, but will be relatable to any child who has moved house. Niña’s storytelling is simple and child-focused, and the book will come to life with detail to pore over – a winner for any kid (or adult) who loves list-making and cataloguing objects.We're Moving Away is the perfect book for any family facing change – no matter how big or how small. For ages 3 and up.‘This stunning book offers readers aged three and up a powerful message: amid any kind of change, they can find comfort and hope.’ – Books+Publishing

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When the parents of naughty babies realise they can send them back, the storks' village is suddenly inundated! Will the babies settle into their new home, or will they be returned to sender? From sparkling new duo Cressida Gaukroger and illustrator Andrew Joyner comes this wickedly funny cautionary tale about naughty babies and their exasperated parents learning to get along, with a little help from the storks. Perfect for fans of I Want My Hat Back (Jon Klassen) and Not Now, Bernard (David McKee), Back to the Storks is both uproarious and blessed relief for frazzled 'gentle parents' everywhere!'(A) wickedly funny book. It's bonkers and joyous and you should get it.' –Tim Minchin, Matilda the Musical.

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Arthur McBain's irresistible rhyme and Tom Knight's cheerful illustrations are sure to entertain both children and adults. With thrilling suspense, a healthy dash of humour and a memorable surprise ending, In the Dead of the Night is destined to become a modern classic. It's a cold, rainy night and a storm is outside Rain beats on the window by Lily's bedside She's scared of the dark so she shuts her eyes tight She hates nothing more than the dead of the night Tap. Tap. Tap. Comes a noise from the hallway... Will Lily conquer her fears? Will she conquer her fright? Will she conquer the ghouls in the dead of the night?

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Inky the octopus wants to read a book with a character that looks like them. With Inky’s best friend, Quack the duck, they scour every shelf, but all they seem to find are more books about ducks! Why aren't there any stories with octopuses? They decide maybe it’s time for one.

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From the creators of The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name, winner of the 2022 Children's Book Council of Australia's Award for New IllustratorAmma's Sari is a powerful reflection on connection with family, the acceptance of difference, and the celebration of cultural heritage. As a second-generation migrant, 6-year-old Shreya’s life tilts between her life at home and the outside world. While her love for family lifts her up, her spirits plummet at the stares and whispers that her mother's sari attracts. Searching for balance, Shreya asks questions about her culture. Despite the beautiful stories her mother shares, Shreya’s internal and external struggle continues. But when Shreya finds herself lost in a crowd, it's the shimmer of Amma’s sari that leads her to finding pride in her difference. Perfect for ages 3 and up.

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Written by award-winning author Catherine Jinks and illustrated by Jennifer Goldsmith, Freckles is a gorgeous story about loving who you are – all the way down to the last freckle!My fabulous freckles are wonderful fun. A hundred and twenty! I’ve counted each one. Celebrating body positivity and mother and daughter relationships; the rhyming text makes Freckles simple and accessible. For ages 3 and up

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The Kindness Club is a gorgeous story that depicts a group of kids engaging in kind, friendly, non-gender-specific play. It challenges those age-old assumptions that boys will be boys and girls will be pretty. Say hello to The Kindness Club! A diverse cast of friendly characters welcome a new kid to their preschool and show them how all types of fun and emotions are for everyone. The Kindness Club depicts familiar activities and scenarios that readers can expect at preschool or kindergarten, but challenges age-old assumptions that boys will be boys and girls will be pretty. With uplifting rhyme and a playful art style, kids will have a ball poring over each page. Great for kids ages 3 and up, and perfect for pre-schoolers and kinder new starters.

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Stay for Dinner is a powerful story that celebrates culture and connection through food, from the creators of The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name, winner of the 2022 Children's Book Council of Australia's Award for New Illustrator. Reshma loves dinnertime with her family. Her family eat with their hands – not just finger food type–eating, but hands-on squishy eating. When she’s invited to stay for dinner at her friends’ places, she finds out that they all eat in different ways. Some go ting ting with their cutlery, and others go click clack with their chopsticks. So what will her friends say when they see her family eat with their hands? For ages 3 and up.

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Remarkable Remy is a warm and optimistic story that introduces an Autistic character to a young audience. The story helps explain the Autistic brain – how it works a little differently and how unique it is – and how our neurodivergent friends make the world remarkable! My best friend’s name is Remy. I think Remy is remarkable. Remy is Autistic. That means Remy’s brain works differently to my brain. I love that Remy is different to me, because Remy can teach me new ways to experience the world. A picture book for both Autistic and non-Autistic readers aged 3 and up, Remarkable Remy illuminates the experiences and strengths of Autistic people, and the joys of having Autistic friends.

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Claris, the chicest mouse in Paris, is setting off on an exciting adventure through the city of lights!Can you find Claris and her friends in fabulous Parisian places such as the patisserie, the florist and the carousel?Look inside to find out! The first look-and-find Claris adventure from beloved children’s author Megan Hess. The best-selling Claris series follows an adorable mouse who moves to Paris to follow her fashion dreams, for fans of Eloise and Olivia. Destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages! A quarter of a million Claris books in print!

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It’s a race between Mean Streak and his arch-nemesis, Super Flash! First to get the flag from Goodie Primary wins.

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Whale loves the ocean, but he also dreams of adventure and far-away places. But then Whale finds himself all the way in London – a place that’s VERY different to home! With interactive lift-the-flap pages and stunning watercolour illustrations by best-selling creator Jedda Robaard, travel along with Whale and explore the sites of London!

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What happens when your enemy becomes your friend … with benefits? Red, White and Royal Blue meets The Magicians in this surprising, wildly original and joyously funny LGBTQ YA novel set in a magical boarding school. Tim Te Maro and Elliott Parker – classmates at Fox Glacier High School for the Magically Adept – have never gotten along. But when they both get dumped the day before the big egg-baby assignment, they reluctantly decide to ditch their exes and work together. When the two boys start to bond over their magically enchanted egg-baby, they realise that beneath their animosity is something like friendship … or physical attraction. Soon, a no-strings-attached hook-up seems like a good idea. Just for the duration of the assignment. After all, they don’t have feelings for each other … so what could possibly go wrong? From debut Kiwi author H.S. Valley, the latest winner of the Ampersand Prize, comes this gleefully addictive romantic comedy that’s perfect for fans of Rainbow Rowell and David Levithan. In a word – it’s magic.

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When lifelong friends Lola, Belle, Maisie and Sophia reunite at their beloved Corner Park Clubhouse for the winter school holidays, Lola has a great idea: they'll enter the local drama competition! It's the perfect way to spend as much time together as possible, and there are prizes for best actor, director and sets. As an artist, Lola’s determined her sets will win – but there’s just one problem. She can’t figure out what to paint, or even how to get started. And that’s because of something that happened at her super sophisticated art school last term – something Lola can’t discuss with anyone. Not her bestie, Belle, who’s brought her new friend Matilda home for the holidays. Not Maisie, who’s always busy with gym. Not Sophia, who’s focused on her secret crush. And not even her cool older sister, Tally, who’s at a conference in New York. With no-one to turn to but herself, can Lola figure out how to get her creativity back – before it’s too late?From beloved author Davina Bell comes this sparklingly funny and heartfelt middle-grade series, for fans of Friday Barnes and Ann M. Martin’s iconic Baby-Sitters Club series.

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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?In the third instalment of this brilliant fantasy series by Steven Lochran, readers are taken on a wild adventure through the kingdom of Thunder Realm. Perfect for fans of Diana Wynne Jones and the Ranger’s Apprentice series by John Flanagan.

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Claris visits New York in this new board book edition of a very special Christmas adventure about courage, compassion and fashion, from the best-selling Claris series by acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess. In New York for winter was chic little Claris. She’d travelled so far from her maison in Paris! But Claris never imagined that this Christmas would involve a thrilling dash through the city to stop a cat burglar and save the day! Now available in a chic board book edition, this beloved festive Claris story is perfect for readers aged one and up.

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Inspired by #sorrywrongasian, Nothing Alike is a slyly funny picture book for readers aged 3 to 8 years that shines a light on the tricky topic of race, micro-aggressions and stereotyping. In Nothing Alike, a white boy who can't tell his two Asian classmates apart. Or can he? Reuben and his best friend think it's impossible to tell Esmé and Eunwoo apart! They both have the same dark hair, are both short, and they even wear the same school uniform. Except that once Reuben starts to think about it, of course he knows who is who. But the girls have a surprise in store for him. He and his best friend look more like than they realise! With the wry humour, child-centredness and friendship dynamics of Who's Your Real Mum?, Reuben's story will inspire readers to really see people as individuals and inspire them to be better friends.Nothing Alike is based on a true story, and a common experience among Asians. Author Zewlan Moor was continually mistaken for another Asian writer colleague, despite them looking nothing alike. In a curious twist of fate, Zewlan’s son came home from his new school and could not tell his two Asian classmates apart. And so her idea of this picture book about race, perception and stereotyping was born.

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Wild babies come in many different shapes and species. From pufflings to porcupettes, meet some of our world's most incredible infants. Philip Bunting celebrates the cute and cuddly babies of the animal world in this laugh-out-loud book. Wild About Babies is filled with Philip's glorious illustrations and signature humour, combined with fascinating facts about the what childhood looks like across the animal kingdom.

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All Wrapped Up by Adriana Picker is a botanical art gift wrapping set, showcasing the artwork of acclaimed botanical artist Adriana Picker.Includes 20 gift wrapping sheets (measuring 694mm x 504mm) and a gift stickers sheet.All Wrapped Up is a series of gorgeous stationery books celebrating the work of Australia’s best and brightest artists.

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The Little Things is a reassuring reminder that there is plenty in the world to make us smile and give us hope.On days the sunshine stays away, you wake up feeling sad and grey, you'll find the small things can delight– those little things that feel just right.The Little Things celebrates the joy and comfort to be found in life’s simple moments, whether it’s spitting cherry pips or bubbly baths on rainy nights. A rhyming text that calls on our senses and travels through the seasons, The Little Things is beautifully illustrated and invites readers to find solace and delight in the small but special moments of our everyday lives.

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Come along for a charming romp across the globe in this sweet bedtime story, and collect a few of the many ways we express our love to each other the world over. Do you know what KE A GO RATA and SENI SEVIYORUM and AI SHITERU and JE T'AIME have in common? They all mean I LOVE YOU. All the Love in the World is a nod to special travel memories and the inability for any amount of words to capture the love between a parent and child. From debut author Louise Fedele, with gorgeous art from Venezuelan illustrator Ana Toro. Complete with cut-out heart shape through cover and internals!

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Expand your vocabulary with this visual encyclopedia of interesting words!Big Wide Words in the Neighbourhood moves beyond generic first-word books, inviting readers to explore some of the delightfully specific words that can be used to describe the neighbourhood around them. Why say dog when you can say Dachshund or Dalmatian? Why say vehicle when you can say kombi van or convertible?Stylishly laid out and full of glorious detail. Kids will pore over this book again and again, discovering new words with every turn of the page!From age 1 and up.

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From bestselling creators Jane Godwin and Terry Denton, Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree? is a quirky and inspiring book about celebrating who YOU are and the power and peace to be found in not trying to be anyone else.‘Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid. – Albert Einstein (maybe) So … can a fish climb a tree? Can a horse drive a car? Can a baby bake a cake? And if they can’t, what wonderful things can they do? Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree? is a celebration of uniqueness and individuality, based on the well-known Einstein quote.

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Olive is a gentle, compassionate exploration of grief, moving on, and remembering our loved ones, this touching story reminds us all to embrace life's big changes.Lilah’s beloved cat dies and all she’s left with is an olive tree to remember her by. Seasons pass and the tree grows but Lilah is too grief stricken to see its beauty and connection to Olive. Until, one day, in the safety of the tree’s branches, and with the help of a stray cat, Lilah is ready to remember.When we open our hearts, love finds us.For age 3 and up.

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Bedtime Stories for Hard Days is a thoughtful, loving collection of very short rhyming stories to help children unwind after a day of heightened emotions. Inspired by the runaway success of Scott Stuart's TikTok and Instagram series, Bedtime Stories for Hard Days will help soothe and repair as children prepare to start tomorrow afresh. With Scott's characteristic warmth, friendliness and compassion, each story invites children to reflect on the day they've experienced before letting it go and relaxing into rest. Stories include: When you've had a really tough day When you're afraid of being your unique self When you're feeling sad When you have too much energy to sleep When you feel like your best is just not enough When we've been arguing When you're missing a loved one And more!

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Best-selling illustrator Megan Hess shines in this astonishing new fairytale about the daughter of a locksmith, who finds a strange key belonging to the queen. Violet lives in the wintry forest with her mother, a renowned locksmith. Her mother taught her many things, but the two most important were how to pick a lock in an emergency, and to always trust your instincts – and when Violet finds a lost key belonging to the Queen, she’ll need to do both if she wants to survive her visit to the Palace ...  A mysterious, heartwarming fairy tale about trusting your gut. The second thrilling picture book in Megan Hess's Young Queens Collection, a series of original fairytales about young girls coming into their own power. Every girl has a queen inside!

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Caviar: The Hollywood Star is the third World of Claris adventure from beloved children’s author Megan Hess, destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages!Caviar isn’t naughty or badly behaving.She just gets excited when things are amazing!Her feelings are big and so hard to shrink down,But any small outburst makes her owner frown... Caviar is a charismatic Californian chihuahua with a flair for the dramatic. But her owner just wants her to be a perfect, polished socialite. Can Caviar play the role of a lifetime and stay true to herself?

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Come Over To My House is a delightful picture book that explores the home lives of children and parents who are Deaf or disabled.Co-written by disability advocate Eliza Hull and bestselling author Sally Rippin, the inclusive rhyming text authentically explores the characters' various disabilities. A cast of friendly characters invite friends over for a play – there’s fun to be had, food to eat and families to meet! Come over to my house. Come over and play!I’ll show you around, you can stay the whole day.We’ll swing on the swing-set and splash in the pool.Then I’ll race you inside where my bedroom is cool. Featuring a gorgeous die-cut cover, bright illustrations and a diverse cast, this is a must-read for all families.

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From My Head to My Toes, I Say What Goes! is a light-hearted exploration of boundaries, a serious topic nestled in a fun and lively story.The book discusses consent and control for a young audience, through a story that is bold and beautiful, loud and proud, with the feel-good factor turned up to eleven. It also celebrates individualism, inclusivity and empathy.From My Head to My Toes, I Say What Goes! comes from the bestselling author of All Bodies Are Good Bodies.From age 3 and up.

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Join this charming family of bears as they sing and chuckle and snuggle their way through a sunny afternoon. They delight in each other’s company and they delight in the myriad ways a baby can bring joy to everyday life.

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Dingo is headed somewhere looking excited, and the other animals want to know where he's going. Dingo won’t say, so the others follow along in hot pursuit – two nosy numbats, three flying frogs, four burrowing bilbies … The animals are in for a surprise when Dingo’s final destination is revealed on the last page. As well as being a counting book, this is a seek-and-find story. There is one aboriginal artefact plus one non-native animal on each colourful spread.

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Orangutan loves the jungle, but she also dreams of adventure and far-away places. But then Orangutan finds herself all the way in Paris – a place that’s VERY different to home! With interactive lift-the-flap pages and stunning watercolour illustrations by best-selling creator Jedda Robaard, travel along with Orangutan and explore the sites of Paris!

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