Ozzie and Mack

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From first page of book... Ozzie Otter broke a rule when he brought his pet to school. In the pack on Ozzie's back, sat a little bug named Mack...

Enough Crumbs for Everyone

Summary: It's a wonderful day for a picnic, and the family are enjoying themselves when Penny Pigeon flies down to beg for some crumbs. Soon the family are sharing their picnic with all sorts of different birds. A story in rhyme
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

The Water Cycle

Pbk. ed
Earth and space science
Summary: Simple text and full-color photos explain the science behind the water cycle.

What can a Baby do?

Ollie the baby could do so many wonderful things - he could climb a mountain, bake a cake, grow a flower or charm a snake - if only he wasn't still a little baby.

Celebrating the Lantern Festival

Summary: Little Mei wants to know why her grandpa is making a paper lantern. Grandpa tells her the story of the Jade Emperor of Heaven and how he ordered the earth to be destroyed by fire. Includes a quick recipe for yuanxiao, sticky rice dumplings

The Perfect Prince

Summary: Princess Isabella is sick and tired of princes that are too tall, too small, too stupid or just too boring and rejects all her suitors as quite unsuitable. But princesses marry handsome princes and live happily ever after. How can Isabella's story find a happy ending, and what have frogs and flies and moats to do with it

Private and Confidential

Summary: When Laura finds out that her new Australian pen pal, Malcolm, is blind, she learns to use a braille machine to write to him. Includes a real letter in braille, an alphabet card and some facts about braille. Suggested level: primary.

Tracks of a Panda

High on a mist-wrapped mountain in China, a mother Panda holds her newborn cub gently in her giant paw. How will she feed and keep him safe as he grows? Follow her tracks through the pages of this book...

King Pom and the Fox

Note on book: This is a Chinese version of the tale which later became famous in the west as Puss-in-Boots.  Like all traditional stories it changed with every retelling so that there are now many different versions told across the world
Puss in boots

I miss you, Grandad

Summary: When Tom arrives home from school one day, he learns that something very sad has happened - his grandfather has died. His family try to answer his questions, but no one seems able to know where Grandad is. But Tom wants to find him, to explain to him that he is dead
Also published as: Grandad, I'll always remember you
Grandad, I'll always remember you

Magnets Push, Magnets Pull

Summary: Simple text and photographs explain the basic science behind magnets

Gervelie's Journey: a refugee diary

When Nkoula Thesia Gervelie was born in 1995 in the Republic of Congo, her mother and father had a nice house in a suburb of Brazzaville. When fighting broke out two years later, her father's political connections put the family in grave danger and they were forced to flee. Gervelie's Journey follows the family from Congo to the Ivory Coast, and then to Ghana, across Europe, and finally to England. Told in Gervelie's own voice and using her own photographs, it depicts with grace and sensitivity their long journey, their life in a new country, and their new hopes for the future.

On the farm Shearing

There was a cat called Fatty Cat, a big fat cat was he. A really rather greedy cat, as greedy as could be! But Fatty Cat shares his house with a pair of crafty little mice who are always stealing his food! Fatty Cat comes up with the perfect plan to get rid of the mice. But has Fatty cat underestimated those ingenious little mice? Cue some mad inventions as they make a trip to the moon!

Bruno's Box

My name is Bruno, and this is my box! It's not just an ordinary box though. I can be whatever I like... Leap into Bruno's world, where you can be a racing driver, or an astronaut, a pirate or a dinosaur! The simplest of toys, the humble cardboard box, is explored with fresh energy and imagination by brilliant new talent Nicola Pontin in her inaugural picture book.

Skateboard struggle

Summary: Despite his parents' ban on skateboarding, Evan is determined to prepare for a competition--should he continue in secret or tell his parents the truth

Who Sank the Boat?

Winner of the 1983 Australian Picture Book of the Year Award, this book is about the animals which live on Mr Petter's place, who discover that their boat has been sunk. Allen's other titles include Bertie and the Bear , Fancy That! , Herbert and Harry , A Lion in the Night and Mr McGee .

Ikenna goes to Nigeria

1st pbk. ed
Summary: Visiting the country where his mother was born, Ikenna travels from bustling modern Lagos to quiet Nkwelle, sample delicious jellof rice and sees the amazing Osun Festival at Osogbe. (From back cover.)

Summary: Lulu the Pukeko found some old shoes, Jacko Pukeko discovered them too. Four pukeko feet, only one pair of shoes - what will the pukekos do? A story in rhyme. Includes sheet music showing guitar and ukulele chords inside covers
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

The Eels of ANZAC Bridge

Summary: Interweaves the story of eels migrating across the ocean from a New Zealand river near an historic bridge commemorating the soldiers who lost their lives when they also travelled thousands of miles to fight in the Great War. The story is based loosely on the life of a young boy who grew up near the river and with the eels and then lost his life on the Western Front during the First World War. (Publisher)
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

A Kiwi Christmas Carol

Summary: Charles Dickens' A Christmas carol retold with a New Zealand twist. A story in rhyme
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator
A Christmas carol

The Dickensian Christmas story is given a Kiwi twist. What a whole lot of hoo-ha, this 'let's all be merry' - the dinners, the pressies and fuss! A load of old CODSWOLLOP! hollered old Jerry. But leave early then - if you must! Miserly old Jerry from the Kai Corner Dairy is the New Zealand equivalent of Scrooge. Children will love spotting the odd kiwi icon in Webb's humorous illustrations.

Flotsam and Jetsam

This is a magical modern fairytale designed for readers gaining in confidence. A tiny beach...An upturned boat...A whisper of smoke...When Flotsam and Jetsam are washed ashore, they soon become the best of friends. Every day brings a new adventure for the tiny pair. Join them as they battle a spiteful seagull, build a new home and rescue a very shy hermit crab. This is a brand new series. Racing Reads are pacy and engaging first novels for the newly-independent reader. Each book is extensively illustrated and the story-per-chapter structure is ideal for building reading confidence

Athletics

Pbk. ed
An Appleseed editions book
Contents: Going for gold -- Sprint races -- Relay races -- Hurdles -- Longer races -- The marathon -- Long jump -- High jump -- Javelin -- Other field events -- Gold medal greats

Hester's Blister

Summary: Hester asks everyone to help her find a remedy for the pesky blister on her tongue, but her journey has an unexpected result. A story in rhyme
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

Giraffe Attack!

Summary: When is a giraffe not a giraffe? Jack is afraid of the dreadful 'giraffe' that everyone talks about, trying to get in to the house. His imagination knows no bounds. So why does Mum laugh and tell him he's being silly? A story in rhyme
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

Wasim the Wanderer

Wasim is trying out his football skills for Teamwork 10,000, which might just lead to a trial with the Woodhey Wanderers! But how can he play his best football with Robert Bailey lurking around every corner at school... and then at the practice ground too?

Journey to the Blue Moon

1st ed
Summary: After a gang of talking rats transports a young boy to the moon, he embarks on a series of adventures and gains a new perspective on the concept of time

Escape from the Carnivale

From the bestselling authors of Peter and the Star catchers comes the firstbook in a new adventure series featuring Peter's friends and enemies in NeverLand.

Me and the School (un) Fair

This title is seventh in the pet-tastic series about ten-year-old Indie Kidd and friends!It's all hands on deck when Miss Levy announces plans for the School Fair. Indie Kidd soon sets to work, rallying round her furry friends at the Animal Rescue Centre to create a Petting Zoo. But not everything goes according to plan...Indie's fab theme for the Fair is pipped at the post. And she gets paint on her best jeans. And her dad's winning raffle ticket lands Indie a cringe-worthy bedtime story from her own teacher! It all seems more like a School Un-Fair! But all is not lost: the Petting Zoo is such a run-away success that the bumper takings are ultimately split with the Paws for Thought Rescue Centre. Hooray!

Groosham Grange

There's something nasty going on at Groosham Grange... Sent to Groosham Grange as a last resort by his parents, David Eliot quickly discovers that his new school is a very weird place indeed. New pupils are made to sign their names in blood; the French teacher disappears every full moon; the assistant headmaster keeps something very chilling in his room...What's the meaning of the black rings everyone wears? Where do the other pupils vanish to at night? Most important of all, how on earth can David get away - alive? This Lancashire Children's Book of the Year will have you gripped and grinning to the last page.

Peter and the Secret of Rundoon

In this action-packed finale to the "Starcatchers" series, Peter and Molly find themselves in the dangerous land of Rundoon, ruled by an evil king who enjoys watching his snake consume those who displease him. But that's just the beginning of trouble for our heroes. Peter and Molly once again find themselves pitted against the evil shadow-creature, Lord Ombra, in a struggle to save themselves, not to mention the planet. It's a wild desert adventure, with rockets, carpets and camels all flying through the air, zooming towards an unforgettable climax...

Peter and the Starcatchers

Discover the origins of Peter Pan in this swashbuckling tale, full of black and white illustrations! When Peter, along with his fellow orphans, boards the Never Land, it is only the start of his adventures. Befriending Molly, he discovers a treasure chest of starstuff - the most magical substance ever known to man. Peter and Molly must stop it falling into the hands of a dastardly (but eerily familiar) pirate and his murderous crew. Shipwrecked, helped by mermaids, captured by savages and attacked by a giant crocodile - will they ever succeed?

The Elves and the Cloakmaker

Summary: A Kiwi retelling of the Grimm Brothers story, The elves and the shoemaker. The cloakmaker Kahu and his wife are making cloaks and fall asleep. The Patu-paiarehe come in the night to finish the cloaks. A story in rhyme
Elves and the shoemaker

Tales from the Waterhole

1st U.S. pbk. ed
Contents: Fruit salad swimsuit -- Daredevil stunt -- Vacation -- Long rains party

 

During the dry season, Morris the crocodile and his animal friends enjoy playing in and near the water hole.

Time to Recycle

 

Contents: Recycling -- Collection -- Glass -- Metal -- Plastic -- Paper -- At the store -- Make paper

The Earth is running out of places to dump garbage. What can we do about it? Recycle! Learn how almost everything you no longer need or want can find another use.

Shine On, Butter-Finger

Other Title: Shine on Butterfinger
Summary: Calypso and cricket come together in the Island's Carnival and Riccardo has to choose between his two passions

The Compost Heap

Read me
Table of contents: What is a habitat? -- Here come the worms! -- Squirming and sucking -- Plopping pill bugs -- Vomiting flies -- Watching worms

Books in the "Horrible Habitats" series take readers on a tour of some of the world’s most disgusting habitats. Each book uses vivid photographs and exciting design to introduce readers to creepy and crawly creatures living in some unexpected places. Simple text, labels, and captions make these books appropriate and fun options for reluctant readers. Read this book to learn about the stinky and slimy creatures that call The Compost Heap their home

Cheer Challenge

Summary: Amanda has always dreamed of being captain of a cheerleading squad, and this year, she is! But she soon realizes that being captain is harder than she thought. Not only does she have to lead the squad, she has to inspire them, and that's hard work. Still, Amanda knows she can handle it - until her best friend, Rachel, tries to abuse their friendship to get out of practice. Can Amanda figure out what to do in time to make it to the biggest cheerleading competition of her life

BMX Bully

Matt's chances of making the Evergreen Racing Team are seriously threatened when Tyler moves into town. Tyler is as mean as they come out on the racetrack. To make matters worse, Tyler's dad brought the track, and he refuses to enforce any of the BMX racing rules. While this is an advantage to Tyler, a real BMX bully, Matt insists on riding by the rules. If Tyler would stop cheating, Matt might actually have a chance of making the team.

Full Court Dreams

Impact books
It's the day of basketball tryouts, and Annie overslept! She can't believe she's running late on the most important day of the year. Last year, Annie and her best friends, Megan and Emma, were cut from the team. Of course, the school's meanest girls, Sarah and Dani, made it. But this year there's a new coach, and Annie's been practicing her heart out. Annie is determined to make the team this year, and she won't let anything stand in her way!

Kid-o-riddles

Assorted riddles for kids.

Kid-o-jokes

Assorted jokes for kids.

Stink and The Incredible Super-Galactic Jawbreaker

Stink puts his letter writing skills to the test when he complains about a jawbreaker that did not break his jaw - with surprising results. He gets sent a huge box full of sweets! But he's so intent on getting freebies that he forgets his best friend's birthday. No wonder Webster's stopped speaking to him. Stink puts things right when, with some help from his Dad, he surprises his class with a pinata using all the free sweets - and decides that while freebies are good, friends are even better!

Cover subtitle: The Earth needs a new hero
Summary: William Popidopolis is in a race against time! Has William got to Greece in time to help Zeus retie the knot that secures the world? He may be a god, but the bossy swan urgently needs William's help. (From back cover.)

Jamie and Angus Together

This is a collection of delightful stories about friendship from the 2001-2003 Children's Laureate.Once best friends, always best friends. That's the way it is with Jamie and his toy Highland bull, Angus. Join them as they tackle a lively play mate, get muddled in a pretend game, and discover that playing isn't fun unless they're doing it together. These six heartwarming stories are complemented by black and white illustrations, and reveal the intricacies and ultimately the importance of friendship.

Star Striker Titch

A fun football story by an award-winning author in this popular series for young readers. It's the school five-a-side World Cup. Titch has new boots and he's ready to score goals. But Bungo's the striker and he doesn't want tinies like Titch in his team. Will Bungo grab the World Cup glory - or will it be star striker Titch? With its simple, dynamic story-telling and line illustrations, this is ideal for children building their reading confidence.

Parrot Park

The Murphys live at 53 Parrot Park, Dublin. There's Mammy, Rory, Anna and Mary (the twins), Cormac, Catherine and Susan (who is only one - she is full of smiles and listens to nobody). Whether they're mowing the lawn, getting rid of pesky headlice or hunting down UFOs, everything is an adventure with the Murphy family.

Sita, Snake-Queen of Speed

When Yosser's best friend Kylie comes back from Thrill City, she is full of amazing stories about the best ride there - Sita, Snake-Queen of Speed. Yosser knows that she MUST go on the ride but there is no way Dad will pay for such an expensive day-trip. Her only chance is to earn enough money to go. But how? An opportunity presents itself when Kylie's dad's prize ferret, Thunderball Silver the Third, mysteriously goes missing just days before the Grand Ferret Championships. Yosser and Kylie must find a way to catch Thunderball (and the thief!) and make enough money to make their dream come true.

Brave Dog Bonnie

Bonnie, the tiny, fluffy, white dog, is back and learning all about being brave in this great adventure story. 'I want to visit Dad,' said Harry, 'but I'm not going without Bonnie.' Harry's dad lives in London now and he wants Harry to come and visit. But Harry can't go without Bonnie - who else will help him to be brave when he sees Dad's new life in the big city? But Bonnie's about to have an adventure of her own - one which will show everybody that you don't have to be big to be brave...

Brian the Giant

A new title in the extremely popular Starters series for beginner readers. Brian the Giant loves eating muffins - but he hates making them. When his muffins keep disappearing, he sets a trap for the muffin thieves involving black pepper to make them sneeze! He soon discovers that the mice who live under his clock are the culprits and strikes a deal with them - if they will bake some muffins, they can all share them, then they will all be happy!; Using several different types of text - from signposts and speech bubbles to recipes - the Starters series fits guidelines in the National Literacy Strategy, which recommends using different media to teach children to read.

Falcon's Fury

When teenage brother and sister Jan and Mari discover who is stealing and selling the eggs of a peregrine falcon, they find themselves in great danger.