Once I Heard a Little Wombat


Book Description

A beautiful Australian take on a classic nursery rhyme 'Once I heard a little wombat stomp stomp stomp.' Read along and act out the movements as these baby Australian animals eat, play and settle down for nap time.




Once I Heard a Little Wombat


Book Description

**SPEECH PATHOLOGY AUSTRALIA BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS 2016 WINNER** **ENVIRONMENT AWARD FOR CHILDREN'S LITERATURE 2016 JOINT WINNER** “/b>h3>An Australian Bedtime Classic Reimagined 'Once I heard a little wombat stomp stomp stomp . . .' This book offers a whimsical journey through Australia's unique landscapes and introduces children to our distinct animal inhabitants. Read along and act out the movements as these baby Australian animals eat, play, and settle down for nap time. What Your Little One Will Learn * Animal Awareness: An engaging introduction to Australia's special critters. * Restful Routines: The calm ending aids in settling down for naps or bedtime. * Interactive Learning: Encourages vocalisation and action, boosting linguistic and motor skills. More Than Just a Bedtime Story Sure to be a hit with kids toddlers and pre-school age children, this picture book offers more than just a goodnight tale. It's a great way to learn about Australia's special wildlife and make bedtime extra special, too. A Cherished Keepsake With its beautiful illustrations and captivating story, this book isn't just another item on the shelf. It's a keepsake to treasure for years to come—making it an excellent gift choice for birthdays, holidays, or any occasion that calls for something truly special.




One Very Tired Wombat


Book Description

A very tired wombat tries to get some sleep, but a variety of birds arrive in ever increasing numbers and make it difficult for the wombat to find a little peace and quiet.




Sherlock Bones and the Sea-Creature Feature


Book Description

In this second book in the humorous, mystery-solving graphic novel series that's perfect for fans of Bad Guys, Sherlock Bones and his ragtag team hunt down a swamp monster! Sherlock Bones's home, the Natural History Museum, has added an exciting new exhibit, Reef to Shore, that includes a mangrove forest and shallow coral reef habitat, with touch tanks in between. When Sherlock overhears a that a swamp monster has been sighted, he gathers his team to investigate. At first Sherlock Bones suspects Nivlac, a quirky octopus with a talent for camouflage--and tank pranks. But then, loud bellowing leads Bones and team to the mangroves, where they find a horrifying long-haired green beast! Can they escape the creature--or is it too late for our beloved frogmouth bird skeleton and his ragtag mystery-solving team?




Ten Little Owls


Book Description

"Nine little dingos howl at the moon . . . Ten little owls hoot a goodnight tune. What happens around Australia when the sun goes down? The cutest little animals come out to play, of course. Teach your own little critter to count to ten in this beautiful board book featuring baby native animals running, hopping, swimming, eating and playing from dusk to dawn."




Wombat Big, Puggle Small


Book Description

"Wombat is big and puggle is small - watch them play and have a ball. Join in the mischief as a little wombat and an echidna puggle play with opposites and word pairs."--Back cover




Colour for Curlews


Book Description

An adorable cast of Australian birds introduce readers to the joy of colors and the principles of color mixing. It all starts out innocently enough when two curious curlews discover a stash of artist's paints and brushes. Who could resist this opportunity to dab a little color here and there? Certainly not these birds, and soon enough it's a free-for-all. Readers will take particular delight in the wonderfully messy--and colorful--ending.




Roo Knows Blue


Book Description

Roo knows, Roo knows, Roo knows blue. But does Roo know about other colours too?




The Bird in the Herd


Book Description

Look! A herd of cows. There's a bird in the herd that stalks as it walks, eating slugs and the bugs that the herd stirred. What else can you see as you follow the cheeky bird? Take a romp around an Aussie farm in this rhyming picture book perfect for early childhood.




Sleep Tight, Platypup


Book Description

Poor little Platypup is frightened of the dark. What is that shadow? Who made that noise? But there's nothing to fear. With his mother by his side, the little platypus ventures out of his burrow to explore. The moonlight dances on the water. Leaves whisper and gumnuts knock in the wind. Platypup discovers that his home by the river is just as lovely in the dark of night as it is during the day! And that's not scary at all.




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