Pippa by Dimity Powell; Andrew Plant (Illustrator)

$24.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Pippa is a little pigeon with big blue-sky ambitions: to fly solo and explore the world beyond her nest. Her parents are less than thrilled with their risk-taking feathered fledging and smother her with well-meant yet suffocating warnings until one day she ignores them all, and takes the leap into the u nknown...alone. ...Show more

Rainbow Tree by Jade Weatherill (Artist, Illustrator, (various roles))

$20.00 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Alec the Aeroplane by Young, Robert

$12.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Gecko's Echo by Lucy Rowland

$14.00 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Once there was a gecko and she lived inside a cave. She was very, very small but she was also really brave. To stop sneaky animals stealing her precious eggs, Mummy Gecko threatens the wrath of ONE HUNDRED ANGRY GECKOS. But ...are there really one hundred geckos? And, if there aren't, how will she prote ct her family? A mischievous tale of trickery and motherly courage, perfect for fans of Little Beaver and the Echo and The Gruffalo. ...Show more

Ella Saw the Tree by Robert Vescio

$14.00 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Ella saw the Tree is an entertaining story about living in the moment. This beautiful and reflective picture book teaches a simple but important lesson. By taking a moment to slow down and really appreciate your surroundings even the simple act of seeing something like a tree can be surprising and fun. On an ordinary day, Ella discovers something extraordinary!One windy day, as Ella plays in her backyard, she is showered by leaves. When she looks up, Ella sees a tree in her backyard ... has it always been there? And why is it crying? It's not until Ella carefully and attentively takes the time to - smell, listen, feel and look - that she discovers the tree in her backyard, as if for the very first time. By slowing down and experiencing new sensations, Ella learns to appreciate the simple things in life.Ella Saw the Tree is a beautifully illustrated and captivating story that show's children how easy it is to appreciate the world in a fun and enjoyable way. Perfect for sharing with children of all ages. ...Show more

The Fix-it Man (HB) by Dimity Powell; Nicky Johnston

$24.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Reading Level: From 6

It's handy having a dad who can fix just about anything. A young girl believes her father is the king of fixing things. But following the death of her mother, she discovers that broken hearts are not as easy to repair as damaged toys and cracked teapots. Together, she and her father find a way to glue b ack the pieces of her lives. The Fix-It Man is a poignant picture book that explores how a child can cope with the loss of a parent (in this case, the young girl's mother). Repairing damaged emotions is not as straightforward as gluing a broken kite back together or sewing up a torn toy. And grief affects all members of a family, with each responding in their own way to the loss. By sticking with her father, the young girl is able to strengthen her resilience and ability to cope with one of life's harshest experiences. The author was encouraged to seek publication for this story after receiving the endorsement of several grief counsellors who work with children and who recognised the need for a book such as this. ...Show more

Brave Little Bear by Xenia Schembri

$14.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Brave little Bear was hurt, which made him sick until he told and gave his pain to someone else to worry about. Brave Little Bear is a tool for anyone who believes that their children's innocence is precious enough to be protected. But how do we talk to our children without making it uncomfortable. Brav e little Bear helps you teach your children what is safe and what is not and if 'bad' things do happen it gives clear instructions about what to do. ...Show more

Four Snails and an Umbrella

$14.00 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Dippy the Dancing Diprotodon by Elaine Ouston

$22.00 AUD

Category: Picture Books

The animals in this book were first introduced by the author in her fantasy series. Many school teachers, librarians, and parents have requested books for younger children with stories and illustrations of the animals. One non-fiction picture book, featuring all of the animals from the fantasy series ha s been published. This is the first book in a series of picture books that will feature two of the animals interacting, as they would have in the wild. This one features the marsupial lion and the diprotodon. More than 50,000 years ago, Dippy the Diprotodon (di-prot-o-don) danced through the dense forest heading for his breakfast of fresh eucalyptus leaves. What he didn't know was that right behind him, stalking him, was a marsupial lion wanting to make Dippy his breakfast. Who will win this battle? ...Show more

Harry Helps Grandpa by Karen Tyrrell

$15.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Bailey Beats the Blah by Karen Tyrrell; Aaron Pocock (Illustrator)

$15.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Picture book to empower kids to overcome worry thoughts and sad days. Bailey hates his new school. He has no friends. His dog Fuzzy slobbers all over him. BLAH! How can Bailey change his BLAH to HA-HA-HA! Empowers children to beat worry thoughts and sad days. Bailey is an empowering mental health pictur e book for children 4-8 years, spring-boarding discussion on emotions and action plans on how to lift a child's mood. Self-esteem and resilience skills for children, families, teachers, parents and counselors. Supported by Kids Help Line and aligned with Kids Matter education program. Kids activities and Teacher notes will be available on the website - karentyrrell.com - soon! ...Show more