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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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"With a message sure to resonate with both trend setters and follower, this story will have wide appeal, especially for those with time to savor the artwork."Booklist, starred reviewHeartwarming and humorous, as well as filled with rewarding discussion opportunities, this is a valuable addition to all collections."School Library JournalShortlisted for the Children's Book of Australia Picture Book of the Year!"The humour will grab children.... This is a simple, meaningful and visually stunning book that reminds us all that what we look like on the outside doesn’t matter nearly so much as what we are like on the inside." ReadPlus, highly recommendedIs imitation the sincerest form of flattery? Or is it just annoying? This hilarious read-aloud explores every child's least favorite form of admiration: copying. It also helps readers deal with the sensitive topics of conformity, individuality, and belonging in an accessible, kid-friendly way. Ultimately, setting boundaries should be empowering for kids, just like it is for Norton.

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Once there was a drawing of a penguin.It was the cutest penguin ever.The penguin knew he was cute … And he didn’t like it one bit. The penguin doesn’t just want to be cute – he wants to look like a REAL penguin. But is there anything a drawing can do to change what they are? Follow this penguin’s hilarious journey as he searches for a way to become less cute – giving all the other cute animal drawings in the sketchbook a stern talking to along the way.

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A Children's Book Council of Australia Notable Book. “Readers who have been in Norton’s or the bear’s shoes will emerge enlightened. A sound lesson in making friends—and setting boundaries.” Kirkus ReviewsWouldn't it be fun to have a friend living right next door to you? Well, as Norton discovers, it can certainly pose some challenges when that friend wants to borrow all your favorite things, even your special fuzzy slippers.This is a story about setting limits and learning to accept you friends, flaws and all. It introduces readers to the important skill of boundary-setting in a funny, accessible way that will help them share and borrow without regrets.

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Raewyn Caisley’s gentle text and Gabriel Evan’s timeless illustrations conjoin to celebrate the beauty of maths and friendship, hand in hand.From the parallel lines of moonlight pouring through her bedroom blinds, to counting daisy petals in the garden, Maddie adores maths. If only she had a friend who marvelled at it as she does. Then Dad takes Maddie, along with her new classmate Priya, to the observatory where the unfathomable numbers of stars take their breath away.

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