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Mr Benn's Big Game by DAVID MCKEE, David McKee

$16.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books

When Mr Benn visits the little fancy dress shop, he enters a fantastical world of adventure as if by magic. This time, Mr Benn spots a khaki outfit he'd like to try. As soon as he puts it on, he finds himself transported to a mysterious jungle full of snakes, elephants, and hunters...

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Frog and Toad Are Friends (50th Anniversary Commemorative Edition) by Arnold Lobel (Illustrator)

$34.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books

This beautiful commemorative picture book edition of the Caldecott Honor title Frog and Toad Are Friends is the perfect way to celebrate Frog and Toad's 50th anniversary This handsome edition features matte paper, remastered artwork, and a green ribbon book marker. It makes a lovely gift for collector s, fans of children's literature, and anyone and everyone who loves Frog and Toad First published in 1970, Frog and Toad Are Friends was the first of the four beloved Frog and Toad books. This special edition contains all of the original stories--from the story about going swimming, to finding lost buttons This lovely volume also includes seven pages of rarely seen bonus material, including archival photographs, sketches, pages from the original book dummy, the manuscript of the first story "Spring" (written in Lobel's cursive on lined notebook paper ), plus a biography of Arnold Lobel and how he was inspired to write the Frog and Toad stories. --Publishers Weekly ...Show more

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Mog the Forgetful Cat by Judith Kerr

$14.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Series: Mog | Reading Level: very good

The bestselling classic story 'Bother that cat!'Mog always seems to be in trouble. She forgets that she has a cat flap and she forgets that she has already eaten her supper. But, one night, Mog's forgetfulness comes in very handy...

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Elmer by David McKee

$16.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Series: Elmer

Perfect for sharing together in a classroom, nursery or library, the original classic Elmer is now available as a big book, with notes for grown-ups at the back, created by the CLPE (Centre for Literacy in Primary Education).Elmer the colourful patchwork elephant has been a nursery favourite since this first book was published in 1989. This colourful picture book is known to millions and it's subtle message - that it is OK to be different - has made this first tale about everyone's favourite patchwork elephant a classic must-read for every bookshelf. ...Show more

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Mog's Birthday (HB) by Judith Kerr

$24.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books

Share in fifty years of a really remarkable cat... A special birthday story to celebrate fifty years of MOG, everyone's favourite family cat! It's Mog's Birthday and everyone is excited to celebrate! Everyone except Mog. Mog doesn't like birthdays or parties, and she especially doesn't like them both together. But will she change her mind when it's her own special day? HarperCollins created this special birthday story in collaboration with Judith Kerr, using a selection of pictures from across fifty years of illustrating Mog to bring this delightful story to life. Join us and celebrate fifty years of a really remarkable cat! Mog the Forgetful Cat was first published fifty years ago, and Mog has been delighting children all over the world with her adventures ever since. Her stories are the perfect gifts for boys, girls and families everywhere. ...Show more

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Where's Spot? 40th Anniversary (PB) by Eric Hill

$14.99 AUD

Category: Lift the Flap and Pop-Up

Join the hunt to find lovable puppy, Spot, in Eric Hill's first ever lift-the-flap tale! Lift each flap to find all sorts of funny animal surprises, before discovering where cheeky Spot has been hiding. This is the perfect first book for little ones - the playful text is a wonderful spur to read and re spond together, and the hide-and-seek flaps encourage curiosity and interactivity. This is a special anniversary edition of this much-loved classic to celebrate 40 years since the first publication of Where's Spot?. ...Show more

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There's a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Cake (40th Anniversary Edition) by Hazel Edwards;

$19.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books

The imaginary Hippo can do what he likes on the roof. In fact, he does all the things a little girl wishes she could, but is not allowed. When she takes a bath, the hippo takes a shower; when she goes to bed, the hippo watches television on the roof. And when the repair men come to fix the roof, the hip po conveniently disappears, returning of course to eat a very large piece of cake. ...Show more

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea by Judith Kerr

$14.95 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Reading Level: very good

Share in fifty years of magic... The classic story of Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest has been loved by millions of children since it was first published fifty years ago. The Tiger has been coming to Tea for 50 glorious years! The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down t o tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! This inimitable picture book is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again. First published in 1968 and never out of print, it has become a timeless classic enjoyed and beloved by generations of children. The magic begins at teatime! ...Show more

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Paddington: The Original Story of the Bear from Darkest Peru by Michael Bond

$14.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Series: Paddington | Reading Level: Children's - Kindergarten, Age 5-6

For six decades, stories of Paddington Bear have delighted children all over the world. The classic story of the bear from Darkest Peru who arrived at Paddington Station with nothing but a suitcase, a half-empty jar of marmalade and a label that read, 'Please look after this bear. Thank you.' Mr and Mrs Brown discovered him, named him Paddington and welcomed him to their home, where he has lived ever since. ...Show more

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