AustLit

'At times in this big universe
you can feel rather small.
But there are worlds of every size to see,
worlds for each and all.

'Step into the forest and explore the many worlds that exist beneath the treetops, from birds that make their nests up high to neighbourhoods of bugs who are working hard underground. Wander through the big worlds and tiny worlds of the forest, get lost in the quiet magic of the towering trees, and delight in the busy lives of all who live above, below and within.

'From one of the brightest Australian author-illustrators comes a stunning ode to natural treasures and the interconnectedness of our worlds.' (Publication summary)

'Peek and Boo always sit side by side and together, they make a forever-home. One day an egg appears, but when Peek goes to hunt for food and leaves Boo in charge of the egg, something unexpected happens.'

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'This wondrous, uplifting and hope-filled treasury from Maggie Hutchings and Jess Racklyeft is packed with stories, poems and activities to inspire, cherish and share.

'Dip into this marvellous book at any time of day. Wake up with positive morning thoughts, spend the afternoon adventuring in real and imagined worlds, and curl up at night with wishes for tomorrow.

'A feast for the eyes and a balm for the soul, this is a book of joy that will fill your heart with happiness.' (Publication summary)

'Grandpas come in lots of forms:

'Gramps, Opa or Poppy.

'But there's only one like you -

'Impossible to copy!

'From grandads who fill our days with laughter, to nonnos who teach us gardening and grandpops who take us camping - and share a cup of cocoa after - each is special in his own way.

'There's Only One Grandpa Like You is a warm, joyful and energetic tribute to grandfathers and their place in our hearts.' (Publication summary)

'Grannies are all different –

omas, yiayias or nans.

There’s only one like you,

unique of all the grans.

'From grandmas who cuddle us when we’re down, to nannies who send us letters from across the world, and nonnas who bake us scrumptious treats – and let us lick the spoon! – each has her own special place in our hearts. There’s Only One Grandma Like You celebrates the joy of knowing a grandma.' (Publication summary)

'An iceberg is born into spring and travels through the seasons before dying in a new spring. A stunning, lyrical story for our times, from renowned picture book creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft.

'In the final freeze of an Antarctic winter, green tails wave across a star-full sky, as if to farewell endless nights. If this world looks empty, look closer ... Penguins trek across the ice to their winter homes. As the temperature warms, birds fly above on their long migrations. And with the advent of summer, beneath an iceberg, the sea is teeming with life.

'Ocean, sky, snow and ice - minute greens and giant blues - dance a delicate dance in this evocative portrayal of the life cycle of an iceberg.' (Publication summary)

'There's only one friend like you,

who knows just what to say.

Crafting ways to show you're there

through kindness every day

'Nearby, far away, friends forever or just for a day - every friendship has its own special magic. There's Only One Friend Like You is a delightful celebration of friendship in all its forms.' (Publication summary)

'Welcome, baby, to this world

'Lashes long and fingers curled.

'From the bestselling author of THERE'S ONLY ONE MUM LIKE YOU comes a warm, heartfelt and modern new baby book.' (Publication summary)

'Learn all about the animals of the Chinese Zodiac in a sweet story about taking the lead and believing in oneself.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'It was 1914 when Sister Alice Ross-King left Australia for the war. Nursing was her passion—all she had ever wanted to do. But Alice couldn't have imagined what she would see. She served four long years and was brave, humble and endlessly compassionate.

'Using extracts from Alice's actual diaries kept in the Australian War Memorial, this story captures the danger, the heartache and the history of the young nurse who would one day become the most decorated woman in Australia.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Learn all about the animals of the Chinese Zodiac in a sweet story about being true to oneself.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'A delightful Australian alphabet that travels the country highlighting the expected and unexpected.'  (Publication summary)

'There’s only one dad like you, Dad.
My hero, friend and guide.
You teach me about this great big world
and how to enjoy the ride.

'Wise dads, caring dads, daring dads, creative dads – each dad brings their own sense of fun. Joyful, tender and heartfelt, There’s Only One Dad Like You is a celebration of the merry magic of dads.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Ivy wakes with the birds. She flutters, she flits...then takes flight into the endless blue of imaginative play — foraging for nectar, pecking in the sunshine, splashing the day away. Introducing an aviary of beautiful birds to little ones, Ivy Bird is a celebration of nature, friendship, and the love and comfort found in feathering the nest.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'I love your quiet stories,
songs sung loud in the rain.
No one can hug like you, Mum
or makes me feel the same.

'Brave mums, playful mums, cuddly mums, quiet mums – every mum is special in her own way.

'Charming, heartfelt and delightful, There’s Only One Mum Like You is a tribute to the unique magic of mums.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Learn all about the animals of the Chinese Zodiac in a sweet story about never giving up hope!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Love was Hiding is a celebration of the love a mother has for her child. Told from a child's perspective is shows a mother's small acts of love right throughout the day. '(Publication summary)

'Sometimes the world is so busy that we forget to slow down and notice things. See Hear reminds you to do just that: remember there is magic all around us.

'A sequel to the critically-acclaimed Smile Cry, this charming and whimsical story recognises the importance of sensory engagement, a vital factor of child development. In an innovative flip-format, it invites children to pay attention to what their senses are telling them. From spotting shapes in clouds to hearing ‘hot pan sizzles’ as a favourite meal is prepared, experience a sensory adventure and see what magic you might find.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'A joyous collection of poems, celebrating the delights, the frustrations, the thrills, and the spills of a baby's inner world.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.