Fox and fine feathers Narelle Oliver
Brisbane-based author and illustrator, Narelle Oliver, finds her inspiration in her own backyard where birds and wildlife abound. This book is set in the Border Ranges, an area which supports an abundance of wildlife including over 170 species of birds, many threatened. The story features four bird characters who would only be found together in this unique location, along with a villain, the fox. It’s a simple, environmental story told in a gentle manner, and highlighted by Narelle Oliver’s superb linocut illustrations.
Ghost hunter Michelle Paver
A fascination with the Stone Age prompted Michelle Paver to create the bestselling series Chronicles of Ancient Darkness. This is the sixth and final book in the series which began with Wolf Brother. It features Torak, a hunter gatherer whose story is wrapped in a world which existed over 6,000 years ago. This is Torak’s last adventure, which takes him up into the mountains to find the Mountain of Ghosts. Along with his friends, Torak faces terrifying dangers as they all finally fulfil their destiny. Ghost Hunter brings Torak’s story to a nail-biting finish.
Where the wild things are Maurice Sendak
First published in 1963, Where The Wild Things Are has become a worldwide children’s classic. One evening, wearing a wolf costume, Max is playing around the house, and is sent to his room for making mischief. In his bedroom a wild forest and sea grow out of his imagination, and Max sails to the land of the Wild Things. This timeless children’s picture book, with Sendak’s fabulous illustrations, has now been made into a feature film.
The world according to kids Sally Collings
This heart-warming book makes a wonderful gift for grandparents or carers. It opens your eyes to a child’s view of life and it’s jam-packed with ‘kid-isms’ like “People die but TV goes on forever,” or (a good one for New Year’s) “Can’t they turn the fireworks to mute?” With delightful black and white illustrations it posed questions like “where did the dinosaurs go?” or “What is the sun made of?”The answers will bring a smile to your face.
My Sister has a big black beard
Duncan Ball
This is a collection of quirky verses from Australian-based author Duncan Ball, who is well known for his Selby and Emily Eyefinger series of books. The poems will appeal to a child’s wicked sense of humour. For example, “My sister has a big black beard, my brother needs a bra....My mother is a baritone and loves to smoke cigars...” Young readers will have fun whilst appreciating the poetic form.
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