Becoming: Adapted for Younger Readers by Michelle Obama

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

What's important is our story, our whole story, including those moments when we feel a little vulnerable . . . Michelle Robinson started life sharing a bedroom with her older brother Craig, in their family's upstairs apartment in her great-aunt's house. Her parents, Fraser and Marian, poured their love and energy into their children. She would go on to become Michelle Obama, the inspirational First Lady of the United States of America.Now adapted for younger readers, with new photographs and a new introduction from Michelle Obama herself, this memoir tells a very personal, and completely inspiring, story of how, through hard work and determination, the girl from the South Side of Chicago built an extraordinary life. A tale of ups and downs, triumphs and failures, this is an incredibly honest account. It'll take you from the early years - first kiss, first school, first love - to the wonders of the White House, and the moment Mrs Obama shook hands with the Queen of England.A book to read, share, and talk about with the adults in your life, this is a call to action and compassion, and hope for change in uncertain times, and in a scary world.You'll be inspired to help others, and understand that no one is perfect. Just like Michelle Obama, you too are finding out exactly who you want to be (and, actually, so are the adults in your life).Above all, it is a book to make you think- who are you, and what do you want to become? ...Show more

Nature Puzzles by Vicky Barker

$9.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Space Puzzle & Activity Book by Vivky Barker

$9.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Tell Me Why for Young Adults by Archie Roach

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

‘There are many Australian stories, and mine is just one about what happened to me and other First Peoples of this country. It’s important for me to tell my story - because it’s not just part of my healing but of this country’s as well. We all have a story and as you read this book I would like you to t hink of your own story, what that means and who is also a part of your story.’ In his inspirational, highly acclaimed memoir - and including reflectionsfrom First Nations Elders and young people - Archie Roach tells the story of his life and his music. Only two when he was forcibly removed from his family, and brought up by a series of foster parents until his early teens, Archie’s world imploded when he received a letter that spoke of a life he had no memory of. It took him almost a lifetime to find out who he really was. Tell Me Why is an unforgettable story of resilience, strength of spirit and hope. ...Show more

Love Yourself and Feel Powerful (Mindfully Me) by Beth Cox, Natalie Costa, Vicky Barker

$9.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

From understanding that there is no such thing as 'normal' to learning how to take up space in the world, the activities at the heart of this book are designed to help you discover what's wonderful about you.Learn to love being you! What you look like can be how you express yourself, but it's only part of your story: discovering who you are on the inside is what matters.Learn to find your inner strength! When we understand the power of our minds and embrace our big feelings, we can develop confidence in ourselves and empathy for others.   ...Show more

Plantastic! A to Z of Australian Plants by Catherine Clowes; Rachel Gyan (Illustrator)

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Did you know that there are plants that eat insects? Plants whose seeds spread in poo? Plants that move when you touch them? And plants that grow on other plants? Plantastic presents 26 of Australia's most unique and incredible native plants. Discover and identify native plants found in your local park, bushland, or even in your very own backyard. With its perfect balance of fun facts, activities, adventurous ideas and gorgeous illustrations, Plantastic will prove just how fantastic Australia's native plants really are Features: Full of interesting facts about Australian native plants that will get kids excited about the plant world and gently introduce general scientific concepts.Provides a Plantastic Activity for each featured species to encourage kids to search for and engage with the plants in their local area.Explains traditional Indigenous uses for some plants - including hunting, fishing, building and medicine.Includes common plants with wide distributions so that kids can discover more about their local flora, no matter where they live in Australia.The bright and beautiful illustrations will help kids easily recognize the plants from this book out in the wild.   ...Show more

Convicts (#1 Fair Dinkum Histories) by Jackie French; Dave Hackett (Illustrator)

$14.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Telling BITS of history as they really were! In 1788, beautiful Australia became a prison as England sent their convicts to the new colony on crowded, smelly ships. And when they arrived, they brought the stink with them. Life as a convict was toughflogging was frequent, food was scarce, and they knew a lmost nothing about farming. Let alone their new home. Life as a convict stankin every way! Welcome to the most STINKY look at Australia yet! ...Show more

Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street: A Collection of Recipes to Share by Felicita Sala

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Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

'A stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet.' - Yotam OttolenghiIn each apartment, someone is preparing a special dish to share with their neighbours. Mr Singh is making coconut dahl with his daughter while Maria mashes some avocados for her guacamole. Will everything be ready on time?Written and magnificently illustrated by Felicita Sala, this glorious celebration of community is filled with recipes from all over the world and simple instructions perfect for young chefs. Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is a visual feast to share and delight in.' A stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet.' -Yotam Ottolenghi'The world's cuisines are brought together with some well-considered pencil strokes - a book for adults to drool over, as well as children.'-Amy Bryant, The Telegraph'A warm, beautifully illustrated celebration of community and culture, including simple recipes from around the world.'-The Bookseller ...Show more

Nano: The Spectacular Science Of The Very (Very) Small by Dr Jess Wade

$27.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

An exciting picture book introduction to the fascinating (and cutting-edge) science of nanotechnology. Everything is made from something – but the way we make things, from the materials we use to the science and technology involved, is changing fast. Nano offers a fascinating narrative introduction to this cutting-edge area of STEM, better known by the name "nanotechnology". With words by Dr Jess Wade – a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEM fields – and beautiful, dynamic pictures by award-winning artist Melissa Castrillón, this is the perfect book for budding young scientists and engineers: a way of stepping beyond their school textbooks to fascinating "real-world" science. ...Show more

The Big Book of Festivals by Joan-Maree Hargreaves, Marita Bullock

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Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

FANTASTIC FESTIVITIES, CRAZY CELEBRATIONS and HOLY HOLIDAYS From tomato-throwing parties to graveside picnics, fire-walking ceremonies, crying baby competitions and the biggest bathing festival on Earth - this book introduces you to some of the world's most incredible cultural and religious celebration s. Some festivals are outrageously fun and joyful, others are more serious. All of them bring people together to mark big events in life.So join us in this riotous explosion of colour as we feast, sing, cry and celebrate the diversity of festivals and traditions this wonderful world of ours has to offer. ...Show more

Masters of Disguise by Marc Martin

$26.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Now you see them, now you don't! Cloaked in a riot of colour, pattern and texture are a dozen animals - from chameleons and polar bears to Gaboon vipers and mimic octopuses - that have mastered the art of fading into the background. Fact-packed pages segue into clever and beautifully illustrated seek-a nd-find spreads that put readers' newfound knowledge of each creature and its ecosystem to the test. Marc Martin jets budding conservationists around the world and shows them the secrets of animal camouflage. A perfect gift for animal lovers. ...Show more

Tupaia, Isaac and Cook: The Search for the 'Great South Land' by Mark Wilson

$26.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference & Activity

Age range 6 to 9  There are as many mistruths as there are truths about James Co ok and his famous first Voyage of discovery, including his secret orders to find the mythical 'Great Southern Continent'.This book shows a new side to this voyage.Cook may never have stumbled onto the South East coast of Au stralia at all, if it had not been for a young Raiatean master Navigator named Tupaia. He came on board the ship Endeavour when it was in Tahitian waters, and essentially piloted the ship through much of the Pacific. He facilitated communication with the First Nation peoples they met, particularly in New Zealand, and on more than one occasion, saved Cook and his entourage from being massacred. This book does not document all that happened on that voyage. I t puts into perspective the importance of Tupaia to the voyage that changed the course of history, and altered forever the lives of many people throughout the Pacific. ...Show more