Mr Bo Jangle's tree top adventure

(Book 2 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Mr Bo Jangles is an explorer. He loves to find new adventures and often gets himself into trouble. Follow his tree top adventure in this story.

Lucy Lou and Missy Moo go on a bush adventure

(Book 7 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Lucy Lou has a deep, dark secret...she is a 'scaredy -cat'. None of the other cats will play with her until Missy Moo takes her on an exciting bush adventure. This story is delightfully captured by the photographs of Christine Johnston.

The three kittens' fishing adventure

(Book 3 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

The three little kittens may look cute and cuddly but when Richard takes them on a fishing trip they get into all sorts of mischief. Follow their exciting fishing adventure, delightfully captured by the photographs of Richard Beck (late) and Christine Johnston.

Jimmy's secret waterfall adventure

(Book 4 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Jimmy is an old, old cat. In human terms he is over 100 years old. He still likes to go off on adventures, but sometimes he just runs out of steam. Follow his secret waterfall adventure, delightfully captured by the photographs of Christine Johnston

Murf and Boogs' night-time adventure

(Book 11 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Murf the cat helps his friend Boogs stop being afraid of the dark.

Mouse's treasure hunt adventure

(Book 6 - Rescued Cats's Adventure Series)
My name is Mouse and I am 'number one' treasure hunter of the cats at the Rescue Cats' Centre. Every day, I find new treasures for my 'maid' Chrissy. I am sure she loves the gifts I bring her. Follow my exciting treasure hunt adventure, delightfully captured by the photographs of Christine Johnston

KC Cat's missing family adventure

(Book 9 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

The story of KC Cat, a rescued feral kitten, who sets out on an adventure to find his missing father. His father, a wild cat, eventually moves into the cat shelter.

Zion's seaside adventure

(Book 12 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Zion doesn't want to go to the vets. The fact is, he is a little scared! But can a friend convince him to be brave, and can a trip to the sea help Zion get well quickly?

Panther's garden adventure

( Book 1 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Just like his wild namesake, Panther, the cat, likes to prowl, pounce and play.Follow his adventures in the garden, delightfully captured through the photographs of Christine Johnston and Kristin Moolman. With your support these rescued cats and kittens can continue to be provided with a healthy environment and excellent veterinary care.

Louie's lost caterpillar adventure

(Book 8 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)
Louie the ginger cat makes friends with Charlie the caterpillar, and sets off to look for him when he goes missing.

Grey Bear goes on a Wildlife Adventure

(Book 10 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Grey Bear is an affectionate cat and a real homebody, living at the Rescued Cats' Centre. A visit to a wild life park leads him to imagine he is a wild animal but he is soon brought down to earth. This story is inspired by the delightful photographs of Christine Johnston and friends.

Forrest's 'box of chocolates' adventure

(Book 5 - Rescued Cats' Adventure Series)

Forrest was badly treated as a young cat and suffered a serious injury. When he came to the cat rescue centre, his life became 'like a box of chocolates' with surprises every day. Follow his challenging life adventure, delightfully captured by the photographs of Christine Johnston and Richard Beck (late)..

Rosie to the rescue

New Zealand author
Summary: On a New Zealand dairy farm, there is a big problem when the farmer can't get the milk to town because of all the mud after weeks of rain. But Rosie - with a bit of number eight wire thinking plus teamwork from the herd - comes up with a novel solution that keeps everyone happy and gets the milk to town. (Publisher)

Matariki

Teachers: -- This resources has also been placed on the Teachers drive labelled Matariki Song and Lyrics.


Picture song book with CD featuring the illustrated text of a children's song. Includes guitar chords
Recorded, mixed and mastered by Caleb Driver at Vision College Studio, Hamilton
Summary: The song follows a family through their Matariki celebrations over the course of a day. The family wakes at dawn to see the Matariki star cluster and during the day visitors arrive for a traditional Matariki feast. The elders remind the family about those who have passed away and there is plenty of time for singing and games before the feast. As the evening draws in, the children create their own stars using sparklers

Alice in Wonderland & through the looking-glass

Abridged ed
Through the looking-glass
A young girl named Alice takes two remarkable journeys where nothing is as it seems - and the most unusual characters are to be found. Things get curiouser and curiouser when Alice tumbles down a rabbit hole. She shrinks and grows larger, receives directions from a grinning cat, attends a mad tea-party, and plays an extraordinary game of croquet. Then, after stepping through a mirror, Alice has many other peculiar experiences, including a conversation with a giant egg named Humpty Dumpty and an encounter with tow odd brothers, Tweedledum and Tweedledee. Expect the unexpected in these incredible stories.

Biks and Gutches : learning to inflect English

Teachers this book will be in the Professional Reading Library.

New ed

Biks and Gutches is an easy-to-administer-and-score task. It looks too simple to be very useful but with it we can easily predict which younger children need extra help with learning English. Giving this assessment to individual children will help the teacher to become a better judge of how a child's oral language is changing.
. The items can be used to evaluate whether a new teaching programme is having any effect. Change can be captured over two points of time.
. If the school had introduced some new or special instruction, Biks and Gutches can be used to evaluate its effectiveness. Results could point to the rate of kind of change that has occurred as a result of special attention.
. For children who speak a dialect of English the test can answer questions like this. Has the children's control over the rules for inflections of the standard dialect increased?

Children usually learn and use both school and 'home' versions of English and they know when to use either version. Sometimes the non- standard usage dominates, and this can have consequences for school assessment in standard English. Compare the test and retest scores to see the rates of change and nay persistent problems.

The times in Biks and Gutches were designed for the 5 to 7 year old age group but have been used successfully in research with children up to 10 year old. (Back of Book)

Cover wee wee

Michael is only four years old. Michael is always in trouble. It can't all be his fault, can it?

I am not a worm

New Zealand author
Summary: The chameleon and the caterpillar's friendship does not get off to a good start when the chameleon greets the caterpillar as 'Hello little worm

The Golden Goose

Retelling of the Grimm fairy tale in which a simple young man’s generosity toward a mysterious old man earns him a golden goose as a reward, and eventually helps him gain the companionship of a princess

Rapunzel

1st pbk. publication
Orchard colour crunchies
Based on the tale by the Brothers Grimm
Summary: Rapunzel was taken by an evil witch when she was a baby, and now she's locked up in a tower. Rapunzel's hair is so long the witch can climb up it to visit her - but will she ever be rescued

Rumpelstiltskin

Orchard colour crunchies
Based on the tale by the Brothers Grimm
Summary: When a miller boasts that his daughter can spin straw into gold, the king sends for the girl and shuts her in a tower with a spinning wheel and straw, giving her three days to transform the straw into gold or be executed. She is rescued by a strange old goblin who extracts a promise from her that will have terrible consequences in the future

The Christmas Kitten

Cover title
Summary: A wild, sad, skinny little kitten finds its way to Te-Rangi farm two days before Christmas. The children are happy when they are allowed to keep her, but it's not all good news. The little kitten has an unfortunate problem
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

Pita Pekapeka PP Acrobat Bat

 Other Title: Pita Pekapeka P.P., acrobat bat
Summary: Pita Pekapeka visits the circus, in the hope of becoming an acro-bat
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

Pita Pekapeka P.P. and the four naughty boys

Other Title: Pita Pekapeka PP and the four naughty boys
Summary: P.P. wants to be a super hero bat, so he sets out to rescue four naughty boys when they get lost in the bush
New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator

Awesome autumn

Autumn is awesome! Leaves change color. Animals fly south or get ready to hibernate. People harvest crops and dress up as scary creatures for Halloween. And then there are pickup football games to play, Thanksgiving foods to eat, leaf piles to jump in—all the amazing things that happen as the air turns crisp and cool. 
 
With colorful photographs, lively explanations, and classic craft ideas, Bruce Goldstone has created a festive and fascinating exploration of autumn’s awesomeness

Marmaduke Duck on the wide blue seas

New Zealand author; New Zealand illustrator
Summary: Marmaduke embarks on an ocean voyage but is interrupted by PIRATES - the Marmoset Monkeys and Orangutan Fang - wanting GOLD ... Bernadette Bear has been left at home but figures out where Marmaduke's gone and comes to the rescue with GOLD to trade ... GOLDEN marmalade jam, that is. (Publisher)

The last tuatara

In a large valley lies a geographical feature known as Jelly Mountain. It's called that because of its shape - rather like a jelly having been popped out of its mould. Its straight sides mean the top has never been explored and there are many rumours about strange creatures inhabiting it. Efforts to explore have met with disaster - and this has only made the mystery and fear stronger. Then a light plane crash-lands after buzzing suspiciously around the top of Jelly Mountain ...and twins Jason and Jessy become embroiled in a mystery that is not without danger and which is set to rock the whole world. And what does it have to do with the old journal they found hidden in the wall of the old house on the farm?

The Story of Money

Summary: In this book, Martin Jenkins explores the history of money from its earliest beginnings to the electronic banking of today. Along the way we learn about hunter gatherers, barter, clay tablets, goat swapping, precious metals, hard bargains, IOUs, interest, coins, Romans, taxes, inflation, paper money, currencies and exchange rates

Leaf Man

Fall has come, the wind is gusting, and Leaf Man is on the move. Is he drifting east, over the marsh and ducks and geese? Or is he heading west, above the orchards, prairie meadows, and spotted cows? No one's quite sure, but this much is certain: A Leaf Man's got to go where the wind blows.

With illustrations made from actual fall leaves and die-cut pages on every spread that reveal gorgeous landscape vistas, here is a playful, whimsical, and evocative book that celebrates the natural world and the rich imaginative life of children.

Stephen Biesty's Giant Vehicles

 Other Title: Giant vehicles
Cover title
A lift-the-flap board book
Summary: See inside some of the world's most enormous vehicles. Discover eight monster machines: from the double-decker Airbus to the largest submarine on Earth, and from the planet's most massive dumper truck to the biggest helicopter ever made. (Back cover)

The Hole

The protagonist has discovered a hole and tries to find an explanation. He seeks expert advice. But not everything can be explained. Perhaps he will just have to accept that it’s there.

THE HOLE has simple, expressive drawings by pen and computer. The hole is punched right through the book, so it exists in real life.

Children really enjoyed me reading/promoting this book in library sessions. A book that really comes alive!  A book a must for any school library!!!

Thumbelina

A childless woman visits a witch who gives her a barleycorn — and hidden in its bloom is a tiny girl. For one so small, Thumbelina’s life is full of misadventures as she floats through the pages like a wisp on the wind, encountering kind and unkind creatures in succession. But old Mrs. Toad with her "rek-kek-kek" and the alarming Man in Gray cannot crush her spirits, and Thumbelina’s gentle concern for a winged soul in need paves the way to her freedom and happiness. In a warm, witty retelling accessible to younger children, Hans Christian Andersen’s tale of a girl no bigger than a thumb is lavishly illustrated by Bagram Ibatoulline. Showcasing art evocative of Victorian storybooks — with a touch of the dreamlike Rousseau — this is truly a breathtaking edition of a treasured classic

Italy

Were headed to Italy. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more. Well see an active island volcano, ride the gondolas in Venices canals, and visit ancient ruins in Rome.

Morgan, the Moreporks and the Moon

Picture book about a boy who wants to know what the Moon's name is.

Vietnam

Pack your bags! Were headed to Vietnam. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more. Well explore Vietnams rushing rivers and lush forests, taste a yummy bowl of rice and a spicy soup called pho, and attend a festive celebration for Tetthe Vietnamese New Year. A special section introduces Vietnams capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Philippines

Pack your bags! Were headed to the Philippines. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more. Well explore Philippine cities, rice fields, tropical rain forests, steep mountains, and sandy beaches. Well also find out what foods people eat and celebrate San Isidro Day. A special section introduces the Philippines capital, languages, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world

Have you ever heard a giraffe laugh?

The big, bright, bold illustrations in this picture book will take the reader on a laugh's long, long, long journey from a giraffe's toes to his nose, and out. It is a gorgeous book to share with the very youngest of children. 

India

This book provides a critical evaluation of the successes and failures of Indian government at many levels. Jayanta Kumar Ray argues that India cannot claim to have reached the attainable level of good performance. The government of India has failed to adopt or implement policies conducive to such optimum use of available human and material resources so as to replace mass poverty with mass prosperity. Accessing a variety of primary and secondary source material, Ray highlights the wide gap between potentialities and actualities, and the lapses in economic, political, social and administrative fields.

New Zealand

This engaging title explores the geography, landscape, history, people, and culture of New Zealand. Appealing text and up-to-date photos showing people in everyday settings invite young readers to learn more about modern world cultures. Accessible yet packed with information, New Zealand will appeal to geography students and casual readers alike.

Escape from Wolfhaven Castle

Summary: The impossible quest is set in the faraway land of Wolfhaven. It tells the story of four kids who are forced into an impossible quest to try and awaken the legendary sleeping warriors of the past. (From publisher)

Backward bowwow

Summary: When Bizarro Krypto crash lands on Earth, he can't believe his eyes. Humans own dogs as pets! On his planet, everything is the exact opposite - canines rule the world! Before returning home, he promises to make things right... or maybe wrong.

Royal rodent rescue

Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster
Summary: The evil Siamese cat Ross has kidnapped a royal hamster. Luckily, Streaky the Super-Cat is on the case! But when Rozz wears kryptonite in her collar, the Cat of Steel must find a way to rescue the rodent and save himself as well.

The biggest little hero

The Atom/Ray Palmer created by Gardner Fox

"A Capstone imprint

Summary: Ray Palmer has found a way to shrink himself and his dog Spot to atomic size and become the superhero Atom - so when friend and rival Doris Zeul comes up with a way of increasing her size and becomes Giganta, it is up to Atom and Spot to convince her of the error of her ways

Midway monkey madness

Superman created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster
Summary: When a carnival comes to Metropolis, the evil ape Gorilla Grodd turns a festival of fun into a day of destruction! Beppo the Super-Monkey, along with the Wonder Twins and their space chimp, Gleek, must stop his midway madness.

Edward and the great discovery

A charming story about friendship and one boy’s quest to make an important discovery. Although he comes from a long line of archaeologists, Edward has never discovered anything. Then one rainy night, he stumbles upon what could be his first great discovery…

Jack and the Jelly Bean Stalk

Jack sells the family's cow for twenty gold coins but buys magic jelly beans with the money. His mother throws the beans outside, and they grow into an enormous stalk. When Jack meets a Giant who wants him for a snack, Jack finds a clever solution to his GIANT problem!

A twist on the fairy tale: Jack and beanstalk, based on the tale by Joseph Jacobs

Summary: When Jack sells his cow for jelly beans, his mum is furious! But these are magic beans and soon Jack is on a big adventure in the clouds

Jack and the beanstalk

Pakistan

Pack your bags! Were headed to Pakistan. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more. Well explore Pakistans rugged mountains and the rich Indus Valley, taste a flat bread called chapati, and join a celebration of Eid al-Fitra festival marking the end of Ramadan. A special section introduces Pakistans capital, languages, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world.

Earthquakes

In graphic novel format, text and illustrations explain how earthquakes happen, how their strength is measured, and how to stay safe during one.

Chuckle squad : jokes about classrooms, sports, food, teachers, and other school subjects

Super funny joke books

Where does gas come from

Summary: This book intrduces young Harper Huta, a Maori lad who is used to a life closer to natural elements, to the extraction of gas from the Earth

Superpowered pony

MECHANIKAT and DOGWOOD team up to rain four-legged fury upon Earth. Only one foal can foil their evil plans . . . COMET the Super-Horse! This Stallion of Steel won t stop until he s corralled the crazy critters and protected the planet."

Saudi Arabia

Pack your bags! We're headed to Saudi Arabia. On this whirlwind tour, you'll learn all about the country's landscape, culture, people, and more. We'll explore Saudi Arabia's sprawling deserts and modern cities; go shopping in a bustling souk, or marketplace; and watch an exciting sword dance called the ardha. A special section introduces Saudi Arabia's capital, language, population, and flag. Hop on board and take a fun-filled look at your world. (back of book)

Jeff Kinney

Summary: Presents the life and career of Jeff Kinney, including his childhood, education, and milestones as a best selling children's author. (Publisher)

Adventure Stories : Writing Stories

This book introduces readers to the exciting world of writing adventure stories and is a perfect resource for meeting common core state standards in writing. Key features of the genre are explained and readers are guided through the process of writing their own story. Top tips are given covering planning, writing dialogue, developing characters, adding narrative plot twists, using descriptive language and more! Engaging photographs, eye-catching illustrations, and a wealth of ideas bring the genre to life. An adventure story running throughout the book draws readers in, offers concrete examples of how the tips can be put into practice and will inspire readers to get writing their own adventure stories