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Big Cat is mysterious. Big Cat is chaotic. Big Cat is lawless.Catherine is not. She likes things to be neat, tidy and orderly.But when the two meet, they discover they have more in common than they think and that sometimes the best adventures can be found in your own backyard.A story about finding your inner wildness in unexpected places, from one of Australia''s most exciting picture book creators.

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The song of the regent honeyeater has been heard in the bush for many generations – but could it soon be lost forever?Regent's father had learnt the song from his father, who learnt it from his father too. But with Regent's species now facing extinction, there is no one around to teach him. Regent tries to mimic the sounds of different birds but without success.Will Regent learn his mating call before it's too late? Or will his ancient song be forgotten forever?Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.Features Introduces readers to the concept of how and why a species can become endangered. Explores how songbirds need to listen and learn from others in their species in order to keep their song. Shows how conservation work is proving hope for the Regent Honeyeaters, and helping them learn their song.

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NOTABLE BOOK: 2023 CBCA Picture Book of the YearThis is the windthat carries the whisperfrom Ren's dream.This is the sailor,long at sea,who catches it.The multi-award-winning duo behind Iceberg returns! With its lyrical, cumulative text and whimsical, richly imagined artwork, Whisper on the Wind is a celebration of the wonders of the ocean and the power of love to find us - wherever we are.

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