AustLit

'Bear has lots of friends if you count her toys, but she’s not sure how to make real friends. And she especially wants to be friends with Koala and Lamb. They both have fluffy ears and like green things. What’s a timid bear to do?

'This is a story about making friends while keeping the qualities (and quirks!) that make you unique. '

'Uncle Ernie is a daring adventurer and an enchanting storyteller. He travels to far-off places, where he encounters wondrous and sometimes very rare creatures.

'Are these places real? Are the creatures he meets real? It's up to you and his nephew Eli to decide.

'All Uncle Ernie can say for sure is that when you travel, sometimes you reason and sometimes you run. But you always end up with a story to tell.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

'Is imitation the sincerest form of flattery? Or is it just annoying? This hilarious read-aloud helps children deal with the sensitive topics of conformity, individuality and belonging in an accessible way, This is a must-have for every child you know.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

'Emerging readers and future graphic novel fans will love this picture book, told in comic book panels, about Bea an inspiring super hero whose real power is her kindness. This feel-good story will show readers what it takes to be a hero: a willingness to help and a super costume, of course.'

(Source: publisher's blurb)

'Sneaky Shadows is a hilarious, bold, modern take on the mystery of shadow puppets and hand shadows, for readers aged 3 to 83.'

Source: publisher's blurb

'John Canty, the award-winning author/illustrator of the Heads and Tails series introduces readers to a multi-tiered new concept book about shape and colour sorting and object identification. With fresh and appealing illustrations and a striking design, this is a future classic for modern kids.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Tiger and Cat are the best of friends. So, when Tiger has to go away to Tiger camp to earn his stripes, not for a few hours, but for weeks, months, years maybe... Cat is left with an empty house and a lonely heart.

'As it turns out Tiger isn't very good at doing Tiger things. And besides, he misses drinking tea with Cat. This is a story about finding where you belong and someone who likes your stripes just the way they are.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'‘The Artist likes to paint one picture before breakfast. When the world is quiet.’

'This story is a celebration of childhood freedom, creativity, and nature. It encourages readers to embrace their inner artist and see the details of their environment. This is such a respectful way to honour children’s interest in their artwork and to validate the time they devote to developing their skills.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The Good, The Bad and The Silly is a taste of the intriguing history of Australia to alert young readers of the storytelling treasures to be unearthed in Australia’s settlement history.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Louie and his trusty companion, Snippy the dog, dive into the ocean and are surrounded by brilliant coral reefs. But they soon discover that human rubbish – bottles, plastic straws and plastic bags – have trapped fish and other creatures. What will Louie be inspired to do?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'When a bitter betrayal and small town gossip propel Grace and her mother from coastal Australia to a new beginning at a picturesque Victorian-era lifestyle village in the borderlands of England and Scotland, twelve-year-old Grace is convinced she's left her battle wounds behind. But unfinished business has a way of following you, even across the seas, just as though you'd tucked it neatly in your suitcases along with your crystal collection and favourite books.'  (Publication summary)

'At first we can only see the sea creature's tails. Some clues help us try to identify each creature as we learn more about each one. Now, can you guess the sea creature that each tail belongs to before they are revealed once the page is turned?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Taking something his sister treasured wasn’t seven-year-old Norton’s best decision. But returning the thing and making good proves to be harder that it looks. Fortunately, Norton has a caring family to help him light the way – though sometimes his older sister can be a bit tricky.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.