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886027
Snakes awake
Pip explores the outdoors with her mum, hoping to find her favourite creature, a snake. Join her to discover the beauty and excitement of these remarkable reptiles and learn how to stay safe in the Australian bush
ISBN 9781925804928
Publisher Ford Street Publishing, 2022
Paine, Jarrod & Boland, Shannon (ill)
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We're all wonders
I know I can't change the way I look. But maybe, just maybe, people can change the way they see... Auggie knows he's no ordinary kid. He does plenty of ordinary things. He feels ordinary. He just doesn't look ordinary. But it is not just Auggie who's different, and everyone is a wonder- if only they could see it.
ISBN 9780141386416
Publisher Penguin Books Ltd, UK, 2017
Palacio, R J
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Lucy and the dragonfly
Lucy is a little girl who has a close relationship with nature. She loves to play in the fields of flowers. And when she sings, the brook by her house sings with her. But when fall comes, and the leaves are covered with dark spots instead of bright colours, Lucy knows that something is wrong. Will her friend, the dragonfly, be able to help?
ISBN 9782733856208
Publisher Auzou US Publishing, 2018
Papinaeu, Lucie & Hamel, Caroline (ill)
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Madeline Finn and the library dog
Madeline Finn does not like to read. Not books. Not magazines. Not even the menu on the ice cream van. Fortunately, Madeline Finn meets Bonnie, a library dog. Reading out to Bonnie isn't so bad. When Madeline Finn gets stuck, Bonnie doesn't mind. As it turns out, it's fun to read when you're not afraid of making mistakes. Bonnie teaches Madeline Finn that it's okay to go slow, to keep trying, and to get support from a friend.
ISBN 9781910646328
Publisher Old Barn Books, 2017
Papp, Lisa
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Alpha quest
An alphabet book about animals, to be shared. Beautifully illustrated with photographic collages.
ISBN 9781740214216
Publisher Steve Parish Publishing Pty Ltd, 2003
Parish, Steve
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8897
Xander's panda party
Xander Panda is planning a party, with the help of Amanda Salamander.
ISBN 9780702249983
Publisher University of Queensland Press, 2013
Park, Linda Sue
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9653
When the wind changed
Josh always pulled the most awful faces. His mum always said he'd be sorry when the wind changed. One day the wind changes but Josh can't believe that it could really make something awful happen. He may be surprised.
ISBN 9780207167614
Publisher HarperCollins Australia, 2003
Park, Ruth & Niland, Deborah (ill)
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Cocoon
Dawn and her best friends have a plan! They are going to eat as many leaves as they can, weave cocoons and turn into moths so they can fly. Easy peasy, right? But what happens when days go by and Dawn still doesn't have her wings? What if she doesn't grow them at all? Will Dawn ever get to chase the lights with her friends?
ISBN 9781742765129
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2019
Parker, Aura
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Goodnight glow worms
Will the glow worms ever get to sleep? This is a cuddly, snuggly bedtime story, filled with joyful illustrations and rhyming text. A perfect read for bedtimes.
ISBN 9780143792918
Publisher Penguin Books Australia, 2020
Parker, Aura
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903263
Meerkat Christmas
Hip Hooray! It's Christmas Day! Come on meerkats, let's all play. Jumping, leaping, up,up,up! Meerkat pup on pup on pup. Join our ten meerkat friends as they play a wobbly Christmas game. But who makes them crash?
ISBN 9780143777229
Publisher Penguin, 2022
Parker, Aura
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Twig
Heidi is a stick insect, tall and long like a twig of a tree. It's her first day at a busy bug school, where she hopes to learn and make new friends. But finding friends isn't easy when no-one can find you.
ISBN 9781760157067
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2016
Parker, Aura
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Molly & Mae
Friendship is like a train journey. There are happy moments, boring moments and exciting moments. There's also anger and loneliness. And, there is forgiveness.
ISBN 9781742975276
Publisher Little Hare Books, 2016
Parker, Danny & Blackwood, Freya (I'll)
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6861
Perfect
On a perfect day, the hours stretch endlessly ahead. Three children scribble with chalk, run with kites, dig for shells, paddle, climb and dream.
ISBN 9781760125554
Publisher Hardie Grant Egmont, 2015
Parker, Danny & Blackwood, Freya (ill)
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Road trip
The only thing worse than a long boring road trip is driving with someone who loves long and boring road trips. Even when that someone is your dad.
ISBN 9781760127404
Publisher Little Hare Books, 2017
Parker, Danny & Eckstrom, Nathaniel (ill)
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Crusts
Jacob is just one of millions who won't eat their crusts. But, he is one in a million when it comes to bright ideas. When tiny creatures from a distant, crumbling planet seek Jacob's help, he sets out to do what he can with his big box of uneaten crusts.
ISBN 9781742979830
Publisher Hardie Grant Egmont, 2016
Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)
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No kind of superman
Dad doesn't always get the small things right. But, then, it's not always the small things that matter. When it comes to the big things, well, Dad has his own brand of superpowers to call on.
ISBN 9781921136771
Publisher Windy Hollow Books, 2011
Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)
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Parachute
The parachute is the first thing Toby puts on each morning. It gives him the courage to deal with all kinds of tricky situations, such as getting out of bed and riding his bike. But sometimes someone else's trouble can be greater than your own and they need his parachute more than he does.
ISBN 9781921894206
Publisher Little Hare Books, 2013
Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)
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Willow and the treasure hunt
Willow the wombat and Marshall the hopping mouse set out on a treasure hunt. They eventually find the real treasure which is worth more than all the gold in the world.
ISBN 9781921346958
Publisher Brolly Books, 2008
Parker, Natalie Jane
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Peace book, The
Discover the many different things that can mean peace to different people. See if you agree, or tell someone what peace means to you.
ISBN 9780733319761
Publisher ABC Books, 2004
Parr, Todd
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50640
We belong together
Child-like, smiling stick figures and bold, brilliant colours capture what it means for a family to belong together. In a sensitive, child-friendly way, the book focuses on different types of families.
ISBN 9780733323119
Publisher Pan Asia Publications, 2008
Parr, Todd
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903317
Our home on wheels
Ride along with Hunter as she discovers beaches and billabongs, paddocks and plains, forests and dugouts, and even underwater worlds. A big adventure awaits!
ISBN 9781761046827
Publisher Penguin, 2022
Parry-Valentine, Jessica & Stephen & Spink, Ashlee (ill)
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2841
Only fish fall from the sky
A boy wakes from a marvellous dream, where it rains fish instead of water, people dance through dinner and children sleep with tigers, to find the world is not quite as he left it.
ISBN 9781576877579
Publisher POW Kids Books, 2015
Parsons, Leif
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617340
Jacket, The
The jacket was no ordinary jacket. Amelia wore it everywhere... until one day...
ISBN 9781925381788
Publisher Walker Books, 2019
Pashley, Sue-Ellen & Baker, Thea (ill)
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647200
She'll be coming round the mountain
She'll be coming round the mountain, when she comes. Toot, Toot! How will she arrive next?
ISBN 9781786281753
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2018
Passchier, Anne (ill)
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Granny's place
Granny and Pa's farm was the best place in the world, brimming with treasures of the past and endless adventures to be had. Time brings change and new beginnings.
ISBN 9781925275636
Publisher Big Sky Publishing, 2016
Paterson, Allison & McGrath, Shane (ill)
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Jacaranda magic
Five friends are feeling bored on a hot sticky day. Just when they think they'll never find anything fun to play, a simple gust of wind changes everything.
ISBN 9781925804010
Publisher Ford Street Publishing, 2018
Patterson, Dannika & Forward, Megan (ill)
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965817

New
Heavy
At the wild animal rescue center run by her family of incredibly strong women, Nina watches as her older female relatives piggyback polar bears and carry boa constrictors. Every day, they pick up more and more. The trouble is, they never put anything down! Seeing her family struggle, Nina is determined to find a way to show them that just because they can carry heavy things around all the time, doesn't mean they have to. Will Nina's inventions help lighten their loads?
ISBN 9781761111020
Publisher Wombat Books, 2023
Patterson, Dannika & Lynch, Davilyn (ill)
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19 girls and me
John Hercules Po arrives for his first day in Kindergarten and discovers, to his surprise, that the whole class is made up of 19 girls and John. His brother thinks the girls will turn John into a sissy but there is yet another surprise in store for John.
ISBN 9780399243363
Publisher Philomel Books, 2006
Topics / Gender identity /
Pattison, Darcy & Salerno, Steven (ill)
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Very, very, very long dog, The
Bartelby's walks started out great...but they didn't always end so well
ISBN 9781492654452
Publisher Sourcebooks Inc, 2017
Patton, Julia
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21147
I am jellyfish
Jellyfish is quietly crooning in the shallows, when knife-nosed Swordfish swooshes, races and chases her, down, down, down, deep into the dark blue sea. At that moment, stealthy Squid stretches a tentacle, tussling and tossing Swordfish in the darkness. Who will help Swordfish? He makes a last wish...then...ON goes a light - it's Jellyfish!
ISBN 9780143771159
Publisher Puffin NZ, 2018
Paul, Ruth
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My meerkat mum
Up. Down. Dig. Play. Meerkat Mum leads the way. Snuggle up, little pup, join them in a meerkat day!
ISBN 9781775434894
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2017
Paul, Ruth
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Baby tawnies
As darkness falls, two tawny frogmouths fly into the forest to find food. Far above the ground, Reggie and Lyla are left alone. But, the little tawnies don't plan to stay in the nest.
ISBN 9781742755762
Publisher Random House Australia Pty Ltd, 2012
Paulson, Judy
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50714
I'm Taggarty Toad
Come and listen to Taggarty, the boastful Toad, as he relates his amazing adventures of bravery, cunning and mischief to an audience of animals. A surprising story with incredible, detailed illustrations.
ISBN 9781921529481
Publisher University of Western Australia Press, 2010
Pavey, Peter
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One dragon's dream
A clever counting book full of hidden surprises. Each picture poses a challenge to find the matching objects and visual puns and puzzles that can be discovered within.
ISBN 9781921150746
Publisher Walker Books, 2009
Pavey, Peter
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Mrs Wilkinson's chooks
Mrs Wilkinson is blissfully happy with her four chooks, Charlotte, Maureen, Violet and Shirley. She doesn't realise that other people don't see their behaviour and the problems they cause in quite the same way.
ISBN 9780091829360
Publisher Random House Australia Pty Ltd, 1999
Peguero, Leone
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Something for Fleur
It's Fleur's birthday and her friend Bo is sending her a present. Can you guess what it is?
ISBN 9780734418104
Publisher Lothian Books, 2018
Pelosi, Catherine & Murray, Caitlin (ill)
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Once upon a northern night
As a little boy sleeps soundly, wrapped up warm in bed, a winter tableau slowly builds outside, beginning with a single snowflake. The beauty and wonder of a northern winter night unfolds, with images of a soft snowfall, the wild animals that appear in the garden, the gentle rhythm of the northern lights and the etchings of frost on the window pane.
ISBN 9781406362459
Publisher Walker Books, 2015
Pendziwol, Jean E & Arsenault, Isabelle (ill)
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Somewhere in Australia
Australian animals and landscapes feature in this rhyming text. We are taken to the hot and dry centre where death adders live, to the rainforest floor of the Tassie devils and right around the different Australian habits.
ISBN 9781741695229
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Pennacchio, Marcello & Snell, Danny (ill)
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Somewhere in the reef
Along the Great Barrier Reef, having fun in the sun, lived a mother dolphin and her little calf one. Leap, said the mother. I leap, said the one, as they leapt out of the water and had fun in the sun. Join the little dolphin calf and many more familiar ocean animals in this vivid counting book based on the classic rhyme Over in the Meadow.
ISBN 9781760159894
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Pennacchio, Marcello & Snell, Danny (ill)
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By the light of the moon
Ivan's old house had always been so warm and friendly. But, his new house is strange and Ivan can't sleep. From his window, he sees a shimmering light land in the garden. It's a creature called Moji who takes Ivan on a fabulous night-time adventure, up high into space, bounding through starlit forests and down deep into the oceans. The magical Moji shows Ivan that, soon, the new house will feel like home.
ISBN 9781408852118
Publisher Bloomsbury, 2016
Percival, Tom
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Tales from around the world
Tales from around the world retells best loved children's tales including The Amazing Tea-Kettle, Why the Owl has such Big Eyes, Three Balls of Wool & the Tiger, the Old Man and the Jackel.
ISBN 9781843652076
Publisher Pavilion, 2012
Percy, Graham
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Digging-est dog, The
A dog, who has spent too much of his life on hard surfaces in a pet shop, is claimed by a new young owner. The dog's new canine colleagues attempt to teach him to dig, and his determination to succeed leads to disaster and some unexpected results.
ISBN 9780007224807
Publisher Random House Australia Pty Ltd, 2006
Perkins, Al & Gurney, Eric (ill)
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Walk in the bush, A
Little Iggy does not want to leave the house, but Grandad insists, they always have fun together. What follows is a wonderful journey, in the great Australian outdoors, with singing birds, wallaby surprises, secret caterpillar messages and oodles of grandad humour. Here is a story about the wonders of nature, the funny side of life and spending time with the ones we love.
ISBN 9781925475531
Publisher Affirm Press, 2017
Perkins, Gwyn
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1019645

New
Mine!: A story of not sharing
Nico is coming over to play, but Sally does not want him to touch her toy squirrel. Or her train. And definitely not her favourite refrigerator. Sally's mum tells her to put the things she does not want to share in the wardrobe. It turns out that there are lots of things Sally does not want to share, including her mum. This funny book shows how complicated hiding all the things you do not want to share can be. In the end, it just might be easier to try sharing. Maybe.
ISBN 9781922610676
Publisher Berbay Publishing, 2023
Persson, Klara & Ramel, Charlotte & Smalley (ill) , Nichola (trans)
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Henry's bath
Henry does not want to have a bath and wash his hair. Henry's solution, he tries to give some of his animals a bath instead.
ISBN 9781921150043
Publisher Walker Books, 1997
Perversi, Margaret & Brooks, Ron
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Henry's bed
A gentle story about Henry who is meant to be going to bed but he wants his mama or papa or his animals to sleep with him.
ISBN 9781921150050
Publisher Walker Books, 1997
Perversi, Margaret & Brooks, Ron
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588197
Rhyme cordial
From Alarm Croc to Cheepy Head, you'll enjoy Rhyme Cordial all day long! A fun, new take on wordplay, open the pages to reveal unexpected rhymes and bold, bright illustrations.
ISBN 9781925322149
Publisher Scribble Press, 2018
Pesenti, Antonia
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Wim Wom from the mustard mill, The
The mischievous Wim Wom will cause trouble if the children don't do as they are told. The children draw, make and model him and events take a surprising turn when the Wim Wom from the Mustard Mill makes his appearance.
ISBN 9781846431180
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2008
Peters, Polly & Angeletti, Roberta (ill)
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Ding-dong bag, The
Two boys go out with a large bag to catch all the noises they can find. From the noises at breakfast to the distant roar of thunder, from the clank of a stick on railings to the thud of a baseball bat, they're in for an ear-splitting time.
ISBN 9781846430152
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2006
Peters, Polly & Stockham, Jess (ill)
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It's raining, it's pouring, we're exploring
Bad weather stops the three children from playing outside. But, with a few home-made props and a bit of imagination, they have a wonderful time.
ISBN 9781846431173
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2007
Peters, Polly & Stockham, Jess (ill)
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Hansel and Gretel
A retelling of the much-loved fairy tale, with surprises under each lift-up flap.
ISBN 9781904550730
Series Flip-up fairy tales series (28 books)
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2005
Petrlik, Andrea (ill & retell)
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Boy and the airplane, The
When a little boy's prized toy airplane lands on a rooftop, he makes several rescue attempts before devising an unexpected solution. Wordless picture book.
ISBN 9781442451230
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2013
Pett, Mark
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Our school fete
The whole family joins in the preparations for the school fete. Dad cooks chutney and mum draws a map of the school. Everyone has a job to do.
ISBN 9780733308826
Publisher ABC Books, 2004
Pfanner, Louise & Gamble, Kim (ill)
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Happy hedgehog, The
Grandfather Tarek urges Mikko, a young hedgehog, to accomplish something important. So Mikko ventures out and meets various animals. Mikko teaches his grumbling grandpa a lesson.
ISBN 9780735818163
Publisher North South Books, 2003
Pfister, Marcus & James, Alison J (trans)
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Rainbow fish to the rescue
Rainbow fish's friends want to ignore the new striped fish in their midst. Rainbow fish feels a little ashamed, remembering what it feels like to have no friends. So, when a shark appears, it's Rainbow fish who leads the rescue mission.
ISBN 9781572270404
Publisher Pan Asia Publications, 1992
Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison
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Rainbow fish, The
The Rainbow fish is so proud of his beautiful decoration that it blinds him to the beauty others hold inside.
ISBN 9781558584419
Publisher North South Books, 1995
Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans)
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Rainbow fish and the big blue whale
A big, blue whale loves watching the sparkling fish at play but, because of his size, the little fish are suspicious and think he is planning something bad. The whale, hurt and angry, lashes out at the fish. Rainbow fish must save them.
ISBN 9780735810099
Publisher North South Books, 1998
Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans.)
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Rainbow fish and the sea monster's cave
In order to find healing algae for the ailing bumpy-backed fish, Rainbow fish volunteers to brave the dreaded Sea Monster's Cave.
ISBN 9780735815360
Publisher North South Books, 2001
Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans.)
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Milo and the magical stones
Milo, the mouse lives on a small mountain island and finds a glowing, gold-foil rock that provides warmth and light on a cold night. The mice will either be unselfish and caring and replace what they have taken or act with greed and envy.
ISBN 9781558586826
Publisher North South Books, 1997
Pfister, Marcus (ill) & Martens, Marianne (trans)
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Milo and the mysterious island
Milo and his fellow cliff mice set off with magical stones that give light, to an island where strange, striped mice are reputed to live. The cliff mice will either be cooperative, friendly and sharing or they will be fearful and untrusting.
ISBN 9780735813526
Publisher North South Books, 2000
Pfister, Marcus (ill) & Martens, Marianne (trans)
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995873

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Finding Papa
Walking along the beach, Ruby finds a strange creature on the shore. She takes it home, feeds it and makes a bed of straw for it in her cubby - but a cubby is no place for a creature from the sea. Ruby must draw on all her resources to help the creature find their way home - and perhaps, along the way, she might just find an unexpected friendship.
ISBN 9780063060968
Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK, 2023
Pham Krans, Angela & Bui, Thi (ill)
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Duke of hinklewinkle, The
Bridget lives in the sleepy, seaside town of Hinklewinkle. She spends a lot of time with her Grandpa. Her mother often has to work late and her father lives in another town. Luckily, her caring Grandpa is always close at hand to help out. Grandpa breeds show chickens and Bridget loves to help out. One day when Bridget is feeling a little lonely, Grandpa decides to let Bridget pick a chicken of her own. Far from picking the most beautiful chicken, she picks a strange looking roster she names the 'Duke of Hinklewinkle'. The two become inseparable. When Grandpa's cranky old neighbour, Mr Borewater's chickens are under threat, The Duke of Hinklewinkle surprises everyone.
ISBN 9781925675153
Publisher Big Sky Publishing, 2018
Phillips, John
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649004
Grandpa and Tuska
Tuska is a young elephant who loves spending time with his grandfather. And Grandpa loves spending time with him. Tuska never grows tired of Grandpa's thrilling stories about being a young elephant and thinks Grandpa is the wisest elephant he knows. But Grandpa is getting old, and what's more, he's getting forgetful and, well ... he's acting rather strangely these days!? His stories are not making sense and sometimes he doesn't even recognise the other animals. Grandpa's behaviour is making Tuska feel scared. When Grandpa goes missing, Tuska is determined to risk everything to bring him home. But who will save who?
ISBN 9781925675405
Publisher Big Sky Publishing, 2018
Phillips, John
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Trouble in tune town, The
Meg is Tune Town's best music performer, but she's having trouble rehearsing. So much trouble, in fact, that the notes have run right off the sheet! Can Meg find the notes in time for her big concert? Or are they closer to home than she thought?
ISBN 9781925545333
Publisher Little Steps Publishing, 2017
Pierlot, Maura & Norsa, Sophie (ill)
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17449
Fox & Goldfish
Fox knows that Goldfish is very unwell and that his time has come. But, first, there are places they simply must see and things they absolutely must do. So, Fox and Goldfish embark on a wordless adventure.
ISBN 9780994128218
Publisher Book Island, 2016
Pieters, Nils
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Agatha and the dark
Agatha is scared of the dark and George is just making things worse. When Agatha is accidently locked in a dark room at kindergarten, her body trembles like jelly.
ISBN 9781760402075
Publisher The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd, 2016
Pignataro, Anna
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Always
Oli's mamma explains how much she loves him in a way that he will understand. Her love is as magic as a starry night and more.
ISBN 9781865044200
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2006
Pignataro, Anna
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Being Agatha
Agatha has her dad's nose and her mum's ears. When her relatives get together, it's clear that Agatha doesn't quite fit in. And, when she starts kindergarten, Agatha realises just how different she is from everyone else. One day, her teacher tells the class that, like a snowflake, everyone is special in their own way. She asks each child to tell how they might be special but Agatha cannot think of a single reason, and she sneaks away to hide.
ISBN 9781760067267
Publisher The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd, 2016
Pignataro, Anna
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Friends of Apple Street, The
On Apple Street, the sun is shining and six friends are each doing what they like best of all. But, then pitter, patter, plop, splat, it's raining in Apple Street. Yhe six friends might have to change their plans.
ISBN 9780734409591
Publisher Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd, 2006
Pignataro, Anna
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Heart of a whale, The
Whales song was so beautiful it could reach the furthest of faraways. It sang of happiness and hope, magic and wonder, always and everywhere. But Whale wishes with all his heart to find a friend somewhere in the vast, endless sea. Can his wish be carried over the ocean for someone to follow?
ISBN 9781743817629
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Pignataro, Anna
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It's hard to love a tiger
I wish I had a tiger, a tiger from the zoo. A tiger of my own to love - a tiger just like you. A funny rhyming story about a little girl and a troublesome (but lovable) tiger.
ISBN 9781743817582
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Pignataro, Anna
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Our love grows
Pip is an adorable, roly-poly little panda, who is playful and curious. Mama explains to him how he will grow, just like the world around them.
ISBN 9781743626269
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2015
Pignataro, Anna
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Together
Little Oli loves exploring new places and having adventures. He is also a little fearful if Mum is not by his side.
ISBN 9781741693393
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2009
Pignataro, Anna
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Little engine that could, The
I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, said the little engine and he did. What would you be able to do if you really believed in yourself?
ISBN 9780593094396
Publisher Grosset and Dunlap (Penguin Putnam), 2020
Piper, Watty & Santat, Dan (ill)
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Koko and the coconut
Today is Koko's big day. He must leave his cosy shell and climb up, up, up the coconut tree to get a juicy, scrumptious coconut. His friends cheer him on but, once Koko has his coconut, how can he open and eat it?
ISBN 9781760892944
Publisher Penguin, 2023
Pitt, Turia & Vaite, Celestine & Tavaearii, Emilie (ill)
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Jump
High above the city, the Quigs leap and bound about the towers, jumping fearlessly. Day by day they become bolder and more daring. But what if you were a Quig and were afraid of the great empty spaces? What if you were afraid ..... to JUMP?
ISBN 9781925804461
Publisher Ford Street Publishing, 2020
Plant, Andrew
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28005
Perfect leaf, The
Two girls meet under the wind-tossed Autumn trees. Knee-deep in the fallen leaves they search for the perfect leaf. But they find something much more wonderful.
ISBN 9781925736014
Publisher Ford Street Publishing, 2018
Plant, Andrew
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Marvellous mummy
My mummy is cuddly and snuggly and warm. Mums can be funny and friendly and gentle and strong all in one day!
ISBN 9781925594188
Publisher New Frontier Publishing, 2018
Poli, Katie & Poli, Giuseppe (ill)
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Trumpet's kittens
Trumpet, the cat, goes to live with a new family when her owners move away. It soon becomes apparent that Trumpet has arrived with more than just herself.
ISBN 9781863683319
Publisher Fremantle Press, 2003
Polizzotto, Carolyn & Spinks, Sarah & Duke, Marion (ill)
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Milo's birthday surprise
Children can search for clues in the bold illustrations to see what birthday surprises are in store for Milo. Milo is wondering who might come and play. Meanwhile, Felix the frog flips and flaps and Kylie the koala practises karate kicks. Fun to read with mum or dad or to a little brother or sister.
ISBN 9780980597509
Publisher Mcpherson's Printing Group, 2009
Pollard, Maureen
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587887
Major organs
Your body is amazing. Learn about all the body parts that keep it working and discover a few gross facts too.
ISBN 9780716634348
Publisher World Book, 2019
Poray Goddu, Krystyna
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16337
Ella and Olivia: A wild adventure
Ella and Olivia are going to a native animal park! But are they prepared for their own wild adventure?
ISBN 9781742761947
Series Ella and Olivia series (21 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: ballet stars
Ella and Olivia love to do ballet! But when it comes to dancing on stage, can they both be ballet stars?
ISBN 9781742834986
Series Ella and Olivia series (3 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2012
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: beach holiday
Ella and Olivia are going on holiday! But when Olivia gets lost, will Ella be there to save the day?
ISBN 9781743620540
Series Ella and Olivia series (13 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2015
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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39642
Ella and Olivia: best friend showdown
Ella and Zoe are best friends. They do everything together. But when they compete for the chocolate drive prize, their friendship is put to the test!
ISBN 9781742833552
Series Ella and Olivia series (2 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2012
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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23086
Ella and Olivia: Best friends stories
Follow Ella and Olivia in six all-new stories as they get ready for a big talent show, have a very messy pet party, learn to ice-skate and lots more! The best adventures are the ones you have with your best friends.
ISBN 9781760156077
Series Ella and Olivia series (26 books)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2017
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: christmas wonderland
Ella and Olivia are excited about the Christmas fair! Will Ella and Olivia's house have the most spectacular decorations in the neighbourhood?
ISBN 9781743620557
Series Ella and Olivia series (12 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2017
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: cool kitties
Ella and Olivia are crazy for kitties! But we're not talking real cats, we're talking about the awesome 'Cool Kitties', the tiny kitty collectible figurines that every girl in the country has gone mad for.
ISBN 9781742837994
Series Ella and Olivia series (8 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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18183
Ella and Olivia: cupcake catastrophe
Ella and Olivia are sisters. Ella is seven years old. Olivia is five-and-a-half years old. They live with their mum and dad and little brother Max. Ella and Olivia are making cupcakes for Dad's birthday. All the family will be there! But when a cooking disaster strikes, will the party be ruined?
ISBN 9781742833545
Series Ella and Olivia series (1 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2012
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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654390
Ella and Olivia: Fun friendship tales
Join Ella and Olivia in six brand-new tales as they play in a netball final, go to a pizza party and perform in a trampoline show! Everything is more fun with a friend by your side!
ISBN 9781760660833
Series Ella and Olivia series (26 books)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2019
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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24347
Ella and Olivia: hair disaster
Olivia is helping Ella get ready for her ballet concert. But what will Ella do when her new hairstyle turns into a hair disaster!
ISBN 9781743627426
Series Ella and Olivia series (15 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2015
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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5221
Ella and Olivia: happy campers
Ella and Olivia can't wait to go camping for the first time! But will their tricky cousins spoil all the fun?
ISBN 9781760157210
Series Ella and Olivia series (18 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2017
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: Holiday Adventures
Meet Ella and Olivia. Big sister. Little sister. Best Friends! Follow Ella and Olivia in six special tales as they make friendship bands, play putt-putt, go down some water slides and lots, lots more! A friend makes every day feel like a holiday!
ISBN 9781743836408
Series Ella and Olivia series (26 books)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2020
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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641058
Ella and Olivia: Hula hoopla
Ella and Olivia's school is having a hula hooping challenge! But Olivia can't do the hula hoop. How will she join in?
ISBN 9781742999791
Series Ella and Olivia series (24 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2019
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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5224
Ella and Olivia: little lifesavers
Ella and Olivia enrol in Nippers at Two Pines Beach! But will they be ready for the surf club carnival?
ISBN 9781743811498
Series Ella and Olivia series (20 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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10145
Ella and Olivia: Netball fever
Ellas netball team is playing in the grand final! But can Olivia help her big sister and the team when they need it most?
ISBN 9781760157197
Series Ella and Olivia series (16 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2016
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: Note perfect
Ella and Olivia are in the junior band. But when it's time for their big performance, will they get concert jitters?
ISBN 9781743811481
Series Ella and Olivia series (19 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2017
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: pony problem
Ella's friend Zoe is entering an equestrian competition. She invites Ella along to help her groom her horse, Hattie. But Ella has other plans! She ends up entering the pony competition-by accident!
ISBN 9781742837987
Series Ella and Olivia series (7 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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26614
Ella and Olivia: Popstar sisters
Ella and Olivias favourite band is performing at school! But when there is a problem with the music, will Ella and Olivia save the show?
ISBN 9781742999777
Series Ella and Olivia series (22 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: puppy trouble
Ella and Olivia have wanted a puppy forever. But when they get their wish, can they keep their promise to look after him?
ISBN 9781742836577
Series Ella and Olivia series (5 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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587172
Ella and Olivia: Sisters' Day Out Stories
Meet Ella and Olivia. Big Sister. Little Sister. Best Friends! Follow Ella and Olivia in six all-new adventures as they visit an alpaca farm, wear beautiful flower girl dresses at their aunts wedding and take a trip to the circus! Days out are always more special with your sister!
ISBN 9781743817735
Series Ella and Olivia series (26 books)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2018
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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13429
Ella and Olivia: spelling superstar
Ella is excited to be going on her favourite TV show! Can Olivia help her become a spelling superst.
ISBN 9781743627419
Series Ella and Olivia series (14 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2015
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (Ill)
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23310
Ella and Olivia: sport's carnival
Ella and Olivia have been training hard for their school sports carnival! But can their team win the best-ever grand prize?
ISBN 9781743620526
Series Ella and Olivia series (10 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2014
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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Ella and Olivia: The big sleepover
Ella and Zoe are having a big sleepover! But Olivia is feeling left out. Why can't she stay up late telling stories and eating lollies too?
ISBN 9781742836584
Series Ella and Olivia series (6 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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8173
Ella and Olivia: the new girl
It is the first day of school term, and the new girl in Ella's class doesn't seem to like anything! Can Ella change her mind?
ISBN 9781742834993
Series Ella and Olivia series (4 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2012
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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614131
Ella and Olivia: The Royal Show
Ella and Olivia are going to the Royal Show! There's so much to see and do. But will it be their lucky day?
ISBN 9781742999784
Series Ella and Olivia series (23 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2019
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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7117
Ella and Olivia: Zoo rescue
Ella and Olivia are going to the zoo. But when a cheeky penguin gets into mischief, can the girls lend a helping hand?
ISBN 9781760157203
Series Ella and Olivia series (17 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2016
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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29900
Ella and Olivia: Christmas surprise
Ella and Olivia can't wait until Christmas! But will their secret plan to open their presents early ruin the Christmas surprise?
ISBN 9781742839219
Series Ella and Olivia series (9 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2013
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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28674
Ella and Olivia: flower power
Ella and Olivia are planting a new garden but they can't agree on anything! Can they find a way to work together?
ISBN 9781743620533
Series Ella and Olivia series (11 of 26)
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2014
Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)
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6139
Where is Rusty
Rusty, his mother and two friends, Henrietta and Toby, are going into town on the bus. In the department store, Rusty's mother gives clear instructions that they must all stay together. But, Rusty is a curious young dog whose nose repeatedly leads him astray. Soon, everyone is looking for him.
ISBN 9781927271469
Publisher Gecko Press, 2014
Posthuma, Sieb & Nagelkerke, Bill (trans)
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5434
Miss Hazeltine's Home for Shy and Fearful Cats
Miss Hazeltine's Home for Cats helps all kinds of felines. Cats scared of mice, cats scared of birds, cats who can't pounce, and cats who won't purr. Miss Hazeltine runs lots of different lessons and emphasises holding tails high, arching backs and thinking good thoughts. But, under the rug or in the inky-black of under-the-bed lurks little Crumb, the most fearful feline of all. He longs to be brave and courageous.
ISBN 9781406362381
Publisher Walker Books, 2016
Potter, Alicia & Sif, Birgitta (ill)
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4220
I am the music man
Anyone can be the music man in this joyful adaptation of the classic nursery song.
ISBN 9781904550341
Series Classic books with holes series (21 books)
Publisher Child's Play International Ltd, 2005
Potter, Debra (ill)
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29847
Fix-it man, The
When things break, who do you get to fix them? The Fix-It Man of course! It's handy having a dad who can fix just about anything. But what happens to broken hearts when sticky tape and super glue are not enough? Together, a young girl and her father face grief and heartache, and discover that love can sometimes be the best glue of all.
ISBN 9781925335347
Publisher EK Books, 2016
Powell, Dimity & Johnston, Nicky (ill)
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855836
This is my dad
Leo lives with his monster-battling, world creating, children's author mother, and has never known a father figure. So when his teacher announces Tell Us About Your Dad Day, Leo's tummy flip-flops; he worries that he won't have anything to present to his class. Then he remembers that he already knows someone cool, courageous and clever -- someone who's not his dad, but is his everything.
ISBN 9781922539076
Publisher Exisle Publishing, 2022
Powell, Dimity & Johnston, Nicky (ill)
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636642
Pippa
Pippa thinks she's ready for a blue-sky adventure. But it's a big wild world out there. Can she make it safely home on her own?
ISBN 9781925804270
Publisher Ford Street Publishing, 2019
Powell, Dimity & Plant, Andrew (ill)
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12234
From chick to chicken
Chicks emerge from their eggs and grow fluffy down and then their first real wing feathers. The farmer and vet take a keen interest in the animals and the breeding process. Both free-range and confined chickens, egg layers and broilers are shown.
ISBN 9780739844274
Publisher Raintree, 2002
Powell, Jillian
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18305
From kitten to cat (How do they grow)
Beautifully-illustrated book tracing the growth from kitten to cat and how to look after them. Includes an index and contents.
ISBN 9780750238625
Publisher Hodder Children's Books (Australia), 2001
Powell, Jillian
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12235
From piglet to pig
A sow gives birth to many tiny, squealing piglets. They grow quickly and are soon playing and searching for their own food in the soil. The book traces the life of the piglets as they grow and change into adults and explains how piglets are born.
ISBN 9780750238168
Publisher Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd, 2001
Powell, Jillian
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15404
Bear went over the mountain, The
A version of an old song which is ideal for the beginning reader.
ISBN 9780099439172
Publisher Red Fox, 2002
Prater, John
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16950
Once upon a picnic
A small boy goes on a picnic with his Mum and Dad and it's sure to be boring with no one to play with. While his parents just sit and stare, the boy sees many amazing and well-known characters.
ISBN 9781406306323
Publisher Walker Books, 2008
Prater, John
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63065
Once upon a time
A boy and his mother spend a boring day at home doing mundane chores, oblivious to the street full of famous fairy tale and nursery rhyme characters playing out bizarre scenes all around the neighbourhood.
ISBN 9781406306330
Publisher Walker Books, 2007
Prater, John
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6649
Empty
A little girl finds she has an emptiness. She embarks on a journey of friendship, music and giving, and along the way she finds her own joyful fulfilment.
ISBN 9781925117783
Publisher Little Steps Publishing, 2019
Pratley, Andrew & McMullan, Angel (ill)
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7213
Dog on a train: The special delivery
Boy is late for his train. Rushing out of the house, he drops his favourite hat. Luckily, Dog is there to pick it up but he will have to be quick to catch Boy in time. Follow the plucky Dog on this wordless adventure through the streets and rush-hour crowds.
ISBN 9781910646083
Publisher Old Barn Books, 2015
Prendergast, Kate
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21179
Sleep
From cats and dogs to bears and tigers - how does the animal kingdom sleep? Discover a world of curious sleeping habits in this fact-based picture book for young nature lovers.
ISBN 9781910646229
Publisher Old Barn Books, 2018
Prendergast, Kate
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3665
Sloth slept on
He wasn't like any other creature we had ever found in the garden. We couldn't figure out what he was and where he had came from.
ISBN 9781843653042
Publisher HarperCollins US, 2016
Preston-Gannon, Frann
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3820
Digby and the yodelayhee...who?
Yodelayhee! What could it be? Digby Fixit is perplexed, what or who is making that super-duper sound? Join Digby and his very-bestest friends, as they help solve the mystery of the noisy noise, with some toe-tapping fun along the way.
ISBN 9780992345754
Publisher Create it kids, 2017
Price, Renee & Tortop, Anil (ill)
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3900
Biddy's fishing-line
The river is running and a girl's long journey to school through the bush is full of possibilities.
ISBN 9781863340120
Publisher Black Ink Press, 2006
Priman, Bridget & Paul, Robbie (ill)
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620081
Wandering star
I have a horse, a beautiful horse, and her name is Wandering Star. We roam wild and free, from the hills to the sea, and it's magic wherever we are. Follow this truly enchanting story of discovery, adventure and wonderful friends.
ISBN 9781760663339
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2019
Prior, Natalie Jane & King, Stephen Michael (ill)
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3056
Lucy's book
Lucy loves to read, but there is one special book that she borrows from the library over and over again. The book is shared with her friends, dropped in the ocean, flown to China and even made into a banana sandwich. When her favourite book goes missing, Lucy, her friends and family go on a mission to find her a copy.
ISBN 9780734416599
Publisher Lothian Books, 2017
Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)
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6330
Magic bookshop, The
Anything can happen in the magic bookshop. On rainy afternoons, when it's too wet to play outside after school, Ben goes to his grandfather's bookshop. But with secret doors and passages, and tigers under the floorboards, there's much more going on than Ben could ever have imagined.
ISBN 9780733338328
Publisher ABC Books, 2018
Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)
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4594
Star
Little eyes are closing and it's time everyone was in bed. I wonder what the star sees.
ISBN 9780733322440
Publisher HarperCollins Australia, 2008
Prior, Natalie Jane & Pignataro, Anna (ill)
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999
Sun
It's morning, the sun is shining and all the animals are stirring. I wonder if someone else is awake.
ISBN 9780733322433
Publisher ABC Books, 2008
Prior, Natalie Jane & Pignataro, Anna (ill)
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54777
Grug
Once, when the top of a Burrawang tree fell to the ground, it became Grug.
ISBN 9780731813872
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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17417
Grug and his bicycle
You'll never forget how to ride a bicycle when you learn with Grug.
ISBN 9780731813988
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36322
Grug and his first Christmas
Christmas is always an exciting time and, for Grug, this is no exception.
ISBN 9780731814305
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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30239
Grug and his first Easter
One warm sunny day, Grug discovers that Easter is on its way. Then he is visited by a mysterious creature, who leaves treats of special eggs for Grug to find.
ISBN 9781925368246
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2016
Prior, Ted
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36288
Grug and his garden
Grug makes sure that all the creatures in the garden have something to eat.
ISBN 9780731813889
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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40739
Grug and his imaginary friend
Grug, that unforgettable hero of the Australian bush, began life as the top of the native Burrawang tree. Join him on a new adventure with his imaginary friend.
ISBN 9780731814367
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2010
Prior, Ted
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36338
Grug and his kite
Startle the birds and touch the sky with Grug.
ISBN 9780731813964
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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66271
Grug and his music
March to the beat of your own drum, just like Grug.
ISBN 9780731814046
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36290
Grug and the big red apple
Discover the law of relativity with Grug.
ISBN 9780731813896
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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52033
Grug and the circus
Join Grug on another adventure.
ISBN 9780731814343
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2010
Prior, Ted
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2047
Grug and the green paint
Being green is about more than paint. Just ask Grug.
ISBN 9780731813926
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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17960
Grug and the rainbow
With Grug, you can make a rainbow that really lasts.
ISBN 9780731813902
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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33554
Grug at the beach
Grug is having a day at the beach and he thinks he has remembered to take everything he needs.
ISBN 9780731814091
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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11735
Grug at the snow
I wonder who is dashing through the snow on a homemade sleigh.
ISBN 9780731813971
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36305
Grug at the zoo
When Grug visits the zoo, find out what the other animals make of him.
ISBN 9780731813940
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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11732
Grug builds a boat
When Grug decides to build and float a boat, he isn't thinking about a waterfall.
ISBN 9780731814015
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36307
Grug builds a car
All aboard the Grugmobile, the only car designed and engineered by Grug.
ISBN 9780731814053
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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19276
Grug gets lost
One day, on his way home from shopping, Grug finds his path blocked by a fallen tree. Grug walks around the tree, but then he can not see the path. He keeps walking, but he has never been into this part of the forest before.
ISBN 9781925030518
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2015
Prior, Ted
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36308
Grug goes fishing
Grug can do everything but catch a fish.
ISBN 9780731814077
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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73823
Grug goes shopping
Visit a bush market and buy all your supplies with Grug.
ISBN 9780731814008
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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81962
Grug goes to hospital
Oh no, Grug is hurt when he falls from a rope and needs a visit to the hospital. After a short stay with Cara, as his doctor and nurse, Grug is swiftly on the mend.
ISBN 9780731814374
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2010
Prior, Ted
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2048
Grug goes to school
Come to school and learn with Grug.
ISBN 9780731813933
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36318
Grug has a birthday
Birthdays should be filled with cake and fun and Grug.
ISBN 9780731814084
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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2295
Grug in the playground
Playgrounds are full of fun and challenges for Grug.
ISBN 9780731813919
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36328
Grug learns to cook
Try some scrumptious gum-leaf rolls prepared by Grug.
ISBN 9780731814022
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36329
Grug learns to dance
Jump and shout and do the Grruggg.
ISBN 9780731814107
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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95666
Grug learns to fly
Grug, that unforgettable hero of the Australian bush, began life as the top of the native Burrawang tree. Join him on a new adventure when he learns to fly.
ISBN 9780731814350
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2010
Prior, Ted
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73827
Grug learns to read
Grug loves looking at the pictures in books but, one day, he decides to teach himself how to read the words. Soon, he can enjoy his most favourite book.
ISBN 9780731814312
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36331
Grug learns to swim
Splash and paddle and float with Grug.
ISBN 9780731813995
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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3028
Grug meets a dinosaur
One hot morning, Grug decides to go to the creek for a swim. On his way there, he spots a strange creature lying on a rock. It looks like a dinosaur. The dinosaur chases Grug to the creek, and it follows him. Grug swims across the creek, and so does the dinosaur. Grug sits down for a rest under a tree. The dinosaur is nowhere to be seen.
ISBN 9781925030525
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster, 2015
Prior, Ted
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11729
Grug meets Snoot
A prickly animal called Snoot is the perfect friend for Grug.
ISBN 9780731813957
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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36334
Grug plays cricket
Cricket is another ball game altogether with Grug.
ISBN 9780731814039
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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3221
Grug plays soccer
A brand-new goal for Grug and Cara, the snake.
ISBN 9780731814060
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2009
Prior, Ted
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Grug series
Any three titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen.
Series Grug series (34 books)
Prior, Ted
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19210
Grug the superhero
One morning, Grug wakes up and decides to become a superhero. Wearing a cape, a mask and a sword made from sticks, Grug and Cara, his best friend, transform the Grugmobile into the Zoom Zoom Car, and head off to save someone. But, the Zoom Zoom Car has too much zoom and Grug and Cara discover that, before they save someone else, they had better save themselves.
ISBN 9781925030501
Series Grug series (34 books)
Publisher Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited, 2014
Prior, Ted
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705712
Sloth and the dinglewot, The
When Samuel the Sloth feels brave enough to leave his cosy hut, he meets the colourful and mysterious Dinglewot. Together they discover incredible places, and Samuel will learn that overcoming fears and doubts means more adventures, friendships and much happiness.
ISBN 9781925594966
Publisher New Frontier Publishing, 2020
Prust, Nicole & Enwright, Amanda
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19172
Finding Monkey Moon
Michael and Monkey Moon are inseparable, especially when it's time for bed. But, one night, Monkey Moon is nowhere to be found and Michael's search for him goes way beyond the toy box.
ISBN 9781921720734
Publisher Walker Books, 2015
Pulford, Elizabeth & Wilkinson, Kate (ill)
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774189
Sam sheep can't sleep
Sam Sheep can't sleep so he sets off to get help from his friends and before long they are all fast asleep and snoring.
ISBN 9781474970136
Publisher Usborne Publishing Ltd, 2021
Punter, Russell & Cartwright, Stephen
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11792
Goat and donkey and the noise downstairs
One night, Goat is woken by a noise downstairs. He is sure there must be burglars in the house. When he goes to Donkey's room and finds the bed empty, Goat is sure that Donkey has been stolen. Goat knows he must be brave and investigate the noise.
ISBN 9780192728180
Publisher Oxford University Press, 2008
Puttock, Simon & Russell, Julian (ill)
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8974
Baby that roared, The
Mr and Mrs Deer would love to have a baby. One day, their wish comes true when they find a little bundle on their doorstep. But, the baby keeps on roaring. So, they ask for advice from family and friends, who send them off to fetch what they think the baby needs. But, it's very peculiar because each time Mr and Mrs Deer come back from their errands, someone has gone missing.
ISBN 9780857630186
Publisher Nosy Crow Ltd, 2012
Puttock, Simon & Shireen, Nadia (ill)
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Family tree
It started with a seed, and that seed was me. And, over time, laughter filled my garden ... A heartfelt celebration of family, community and the seasons of life, to cherish and to share.
ISBN 9781761126307
Publisher Scholastic Australia, 2020
Pyke, Josh & Ghosh, Ronojoy (ill)
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Have you ever seen a Sneep
Oscar is just trying to enjoy a day out but, every time his back is turned, the Sneep and its mischievous friends sneak up and spoil his fun. From one hair-raising surprise to the next, the boy explains his monster troubles to us.
ISBN 9780374328689
Publisher Random House Australia Pty Ltd, 2009
Pym, Tasha & Stewart, Joel (ill)
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