Topic : "Year 3 easy reads"
Books for students in early Year 3
Total Results : 391
|
821830 : A-Z of Australian bush creatures, An by Mollard, Myke This unique A-Z book truly captures the range and diversity of our unique and wondrous Australian wildlife. Exploring common names, aboriginal names, Latin names and from every corner of Australia, the book includes over 400 native animals, from sea creatures and insects, to amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. The book highlights the endangered, sometimes the extinct and the rare beauty of Australia and its islands and territories. Fully indexed, this book invites and engages kids (and kid-adults) of all ages to find, discover and learn all the animal names and compare their different types. Originally assisted by leading biologists, author Myke has ensured the illustrations are anatomically correct as well as vibrant and enchanting. As a bonus, you can find one human in the book doing what Myke loves best as a recreational pursuit. 3-4 booklist |
|
7350 : ABC book of lullabies, The by Various An enchanting collection of lullabies, chosen and illustrated by well-known Australian artists. They use collage, pen and ink, gouache, chalk, charcoal, pencil and watercolour to present a varied, visual experience of the lullabies. 3-4 booklist |
|
660695 : Adventures on trains: The highland falcon thief by Leonard, MG & Sedgman, Sam & Paganelli, Elisa (ill) Mystery abounds and friendship blooms as 12 year old Hal travels with his Uncle Nat on the final journey of the historic royal coal-fired steam locomotive, the Highland Falcon. What Hal didn't expect was discovering there was a stowaway. The twists and turns of adventure aboard a train full of notable aristocrats and society highlights such as actress Sierra Knight, Prince and Princess of Scotland,, Lady Elizabeth Lansbury, Countess of Arundel, Baron Wolfgang Essenbach and son Milo, take a dramatic turn when Lady Lansbury's pearl earings and Lydia Pickle's diamond brooch go missing and the realisation that there is a thief on board! Can Hal, his new friend and Uncle Nat put the clues together before Inspector Clyde and Sergeant Prattle or will the thief get away under the very nose of Hadrian the royal guard. A journey of a lifetime from London to Scotland return is the only time to solve this mystery. 5-6 booklist |
|
1078937 : Alight: A story of fire and nature by Lloyd, Sam & Metcalfe, Samantha (ill) Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. This is a fabulous story and resource for any child, who will learn how new flowers and seed capsules grow, and the challenges little animals face in the bush. It includes factual information, a lovely story to engage the reader and stunning illustrations that capture the beauty of the Australian environment. 3-4 booklist |
|
660117 : All about mermaids by Quinn, Izzy & Stankovic, Vlad (ill) Dive into the world of mermaids and discover everything there is to know about the ocean's most mysterious creatures. From where they are found to how they sleep, from what they eat to how they raise their young, All About Mermaids is overflowing with fascinating facts that are sure to enchant and enlighten readers. 3-4 booklist |
|
751217 : Alphabetical Tashi by Fienberg, Anna & Fienberg, Barbara & Gamble, Kim (ill) & Gamble, Arielle (ill) & Gamble, Greer In a land far away, you'll find A boy called Tashi, brave and bold, Baba Yaga the witch, cunning and cold, Chintu the giant, bigger than most, Dragon of fire, who'll turn you to toast! Learn the alphabet and journey through Tashi's world filled with mythical creatures, wild adventures and magic in a story especially created by Anna and Barbara Fienberg with original artwork by the late illustrator Kim Gamble, beautiful restored and rendered by his artist daughters, Arielle and Greer Gamble. 3-4 booklist |
|
880712 : Amanda Commander: The pinky promise by Vass, Coral & Cooper Smith, Heidi (ill) When every girl in Year Three gets an invitation to Eve's birthday party except Amanda, Amanda makes a plan, with the help of the Dolphin Squad, to win herself an invitation before the week is through. It's operation invitation! Amanda tries everything to make Eve like her and get an invitation to the party, until she finally learns it's more important to be kind, not for what you can get but because of who you are. 3-4 booklist |
|
700418 : Amazing discoveries of 100 brilliant scientists, The by Wheatley, Abigail & Dupond, Leonard (ill) From atoms to Xrays and from the Big Bang to the Internet, brilliant breakthroughs by successful scientists have changed the world again and again. Dip inside this intriguing book to read the stories of 100 scientists and their amazing discoveries! 3-4 booklist |
|
855857 : Amazing meals of Martha Maloney, The by Wild, Margaret & Wild, Dan & Rawlins, Donna (ill) Martha Maloney loves food, especially interesting food. Come with Martha as she wanders through the museum on a school excursion and dines with many different historical characters - King Henry VIII, Marie Antoinette, Empereor Claudias, the last Chinese Emperor... 3-4 booklist |
|
795641 : Anemone is not the enemy by McGregor, Anna Anemone lives alone in the rock pool. The tide comes in and the tide goes out. All Anemone wants is a friend, but friends are hard to make when you accidentally sting everyone who comes near you. Perhaps Clownfish has a solution to the problem ... 3-4 booklist |
|
29426 : Anton can do magic by Konnecke, Ole Anton has a magic hat. A real one. He wants to do some magic and make things disappear. Anton tries to make a tree vanish but it's too big. But, when he is successful in making someone disappear, Anton desperately wants him to come back. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
751174 : Around Australia in 30 places by Manners, Rochelle & Various (ill) Starting in Brisbane, Wombat travels Australia, telling readers what makes the location special. Wombat slops on some sunscreen to visit the beaches of the Gold Coast. He spots a roo at Taronga Zoo and gets out his cricket bat to play at Adelaide Oval. 3-4 booklist |
|
660123 : Ask Hercules Quick by Dubosarsky, Ursula & Joyner, Andrew (ill) The box of magic tricks in the shop window was expensive and Hercules Quick did not have enough money in his piggy bank to buy it. What he needed was a job. Hercules certainly had plenty of neighbours who needed his help from babysitting to singing and even finding lost ping pong balls. He even got a bonus in the form of a tadpole named Sylvie. Despite all of his hard work, Hercules still did not have enough money but he realised that real magic doesn't need to come out of a box of magic tricks! 3-4 booklist |
|
846236 : Australian backyard birdies by Geppert, Andy This is a common pigeon. Common because it's almost identical to every other pigeon. You'll sometimes see a white one. That's because it's just had a bath. I made that last bit up. If you would like to learn more VERY REAL facts like this about some of Australia's most common backyard birds, this is the book for you. I mean, who doesn't want to know what bok, bok, bok means in chicken? Or how often a budgerigar poops? A handy first field guide packed full of fascinating facts (some of them are even true) about Australia's most common backyard birds. 3-4 booklist |
|
1324 : Ava adds by Dubosarsky, Ursula & White, Annie (ill) Ava loves playing shops. Can she get Billy to buy anything. 3-4 booklist |
|
4078 : Ava and Angus: Showtime by Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill) Ava and Angus are off to the Doolimba show, with its fun rides and lots of cute animals. But, when the daring twins, Donna and Danny Donnelly, tempt Ava to sneak into the animals' shed at night time, dozens of prize animals escape their pens. Ava and Angus' delightful trip has turned into a disaster. The Donnelly twins might own up. If not, Ava and Angus will take all the blame. 3-4 booklist |
|
73222 : Ava Anne Appleton: Accidental adventurer by Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill) Ava has an orderly life, which is just how she likes it. Then her parents decide it is time to travel Australia for one year, but it sounds like a terrible adventure to Ava. 3-4 booklist |
|
5379 : Ava Anne Appleton: Catching a wave by Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill) Ava Anne Appleton continues her road trip adventures and the next stop is the beach. When she meets a new friend who needs her help, Ava's courage is tested to overcome her fears. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
3447 : Ava Anne Appleton: Up and away by Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill) The Appleton family continue their road trip and Ava has found that being on the road is quite an adventure. But, when faced with going higher than she ever thought possible, Ava wonders if she will be up to this new adventure. 3-4 booklist |
|
1975 : Baby pie by McRae, Tom & Ward, Nick (ill) When three little trolls, Oink, Boink and Moink, go out hunting for a baby for their baby pie, they are in for a big surprise. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1133384 : Baby-sitters little sister: Karen's roller skates (graphic novel) by Martin, Ann M & Farina, Katy (ill) It's going to be a great weekend! Karen has new roller skates and is a very good skater. She's looking forward to trying some new tricks. But, Karen falls down and has to go to the hospital. Her wrist is broken! She is determined to get everyone to sign her cast plus someone famous. It isn't going to be easy but she won't give up. 3-4 booklist |
|
1133393 : Baby-sitters little sister: Karen's worst day (graphic novel) by Martin, Ann M & Farina, Katy (ill) Karen is having a terrible day. Her new jeans are missing, there's no prize in the Crunch-O's box and Boo-Boo the cat won't play with her. She even gets punished and sent to her room! Karen tries everything to make her day better, but nothing is going right, and her bad luck just won't go away. Will this be the worst day ever? 3-4 booklist |
|
782508 : Bee detectives by Ryan-Rendall, Vanessa & Quinlan, Brenna (ill) When Olivia and Hamish see a smoky haze coming from their local park, they're ready to spring into action But it's not a fire - it's a nest of Australian stingless bees that needs their help. Join Olivia and Hamish as they learn about the bees in our backyards. From Blue-banded and Teddy Bear to Carpenter and Leaf-cutter bees, our two budding Bee Detectives discover how our native bees live, what they like to eat and the important work they do to pollinate plants. Explore the wonders of Australia's native bees - and be inspired to become a Bee Detective, too. It's a real buzz Topics /
Endangered species /
STEM /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1072701 : Besties work it out by Miller, Kayla & Canino, Jeffrey & Luu, Kristina (ill) Beth and Chanda are best friends. When Beth decides she wants some expensive new earrings, the girls realise they need money to buy them. Setting up a pet sitting service they quickly get the job of looking after Ms Langford's high maintenance dog. But things don't go to plan and both girls have to work together to solve some sticky problems. 3-4 booklist |
|
9926 : Bicycle, The by Thompson, Colin & Blake, Quentin (ill) In 2008, the author, Colin Thompson, visited Cambodia with Save the Children. Struck by the way the humble bicycle is central to so many people lives, he was inspired to create this picture book. It features the illustrations of fourteen internationally acclaimed artists, and conveys the worth and promise of something as simple as a bicycle. 3-4 booklist |
|
860445 : Billie B Brown: The best day ever by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Billie is so excited for the school bazaar! There's only one problem: her friends want to go on the Super-Dooper Snake ride, and Billie isn't sure she's brave enough ... 3-4 booklist |
|
1096813 : Billie B Brown: The snow day by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Billie is going to the snow for the very first time! She wishes her little brother could come too. How can she bring the magic of the snow back home for him? 3-4 booklist |
|
1088590 : Billie B Brown: Wonderful wedding, The by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Billie's going to a wedding! She's got the perfect outfit, and she can't wait to see all the fancy decorations. But what happens when the wedding doesn't live up to her dreams? 3-4 booklist |
|
42016 : Billy Slater loves to read by Hirsch, Suzan There is more to Billy Slater than just playing football, something he practises everyday. 3-4 booklist |
|
17958 : Bittangabee Tribe: an Aboriginal story from coastal New South Wales by Cruse, Beryl (et al) & Austin, Jana (ill) Explores the story of a family living on the coast of south-east Australia who travel to the Australian Alps in the summer to meet with other tribes and feast on Bogong moths. At the end of the season they travel back to their home for lobster season. Includes references to Indigenous trading, Aboriginal lifestyle pre-colonisation, bush tucker, traditional language and boundary divisions and Indigenous seasons. 3-4 booklist |
|
660674 : Boat of stars, A by Connolly, Margaret & Prior, Natalie Jane A collection of poetry from some of Australia's most talented authors and illustrators. There are poems about bed time, baths, brothers and kabooms to enchant and entertain children and adults. 3-4 booklist |
|
1041340 : Bobtail's Friend: From the desert to the sea by Collard-Spratt, Rhonda & Ferro, Jacki This Aboriginal Dreaming story is a beautiful book which teaches the importance of loving the skin you are in. Bobtail is looking for friends to play with, but gets bullied by the most beautiful creatures. After some more complications, Bobtail finds herself meeting a brand new friend in a land she doesn't belong. Who is bobtail's new friend? Will the bullies learn their lesson? Will bobtail find her way home? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1066723 : Boots: the story of an ordinary pair of Australian working boots ... and his family by Pulsford, Elizabeth & Brennan, Krista Boots was waiting... Waiting for his farmer. When he came, he served him well. With themes of love, loss, old age, hardship and resilience, and references to drought, flood, bushfire and war. A moving and relatable, lyrical, but simple story told by the shoes we wear, of the love and the paths one Australian cattle farmer trod. 3-4 booklist |
|
846243 : Bored: Milo finds $105 by Stanton, Matt My name is Milo Kim and right now I am chasing $105 as it flies down my street straight towards Evie Wilson's house. This could end in disaster. Rocco, Luisa and Zac must be laughing their heads off They're hiding behind a tree, watching. Who knows what is happening with Frog, the new guy from next door. He invented his own style of martial arts but he is not very good at it even though he made it up. Finding this much money should have been a good thing, but this is terrible. And to think it all started because I was bored. 3-4 booklist |
|
96083 : Boris Monster scared of nothing by Laguna, Sofie & Redlich, Ben (ill) Boris is so scary and so ugly he scares himself when he catches a glimpse of himself in a mirror. To be forced to stay in a room full of mirrors would be the worst fate he could imagine. When Boris takes up ballet, he must face his worst fears. 3-4 booklist |
|
5675 : Bouncing back: an eastern barred bandicoot story by Cleave, Rohan & Tulloch, Coral (ill) How did the last Eastern Barred Bandicoot on the Australian mainland end up living in a rubbish tip? Topics /
Endangered species /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
862624 : Boy with flowers in his hair, The by Jarvis Everyone likes David, the boy with flowers in his hair. He's sweet and gentle, just like his colorful petals. David and his best friend have a great time together, finding the good puddles, making up songs, and running away from the bees. But one day David comes to school wearing a hat, and he is quiet. When he takes off the hat, his bright petals flutter down like butterflies. Now, where his flowers were looks twiggy and prickly, causing the other children to stay away. But David's best friend has an idea- a way to help David get his color back, wielding paintbrushes and plenty of love. Sensitively told and simply illustrated, Jarvis's story invites even the youngest children to talk about difficult subjects in an age-appropriate way- and feel inspired to support others when they face trying times. 3-4 booklist |
|
1209926 : Bravepaw and the clawstone of Rotwood Mire by Wilkinson, L.M & Naidu, Lavanya (ill) The prophesy of Prince Vetiver continues to evade our hero Titch and friends as they journey through the world below, a swampland with monsters escaping though the crack in the world. The quest of one little mouse Titch and her friends to follow the legend of Bravepaw with the staff of the Heartstone and defeat the curseworms is challenging. But with Briar's new plan and a fortunate message from Prince Vetiver from the faithful rescuer Earna, Titch draws her sword and helps her friends pursue the quest. 3-4 booklist |
|
1028855 : Cat on the run: Cat of death! by Blabey, Aaron What happens when the WORLD'S BIGGEST CAT VIDEO STAR gets accused of a crime she didn't commit? She becomes a CAT on the RUN that's what! But how do you avoid capture and prove your innocence when you are the most famous feline on the planet?! Well, it ain't easy... 3-4 booklist |
|
855859 : Ceremony by Goodes, Adam & Liang, Ellie & Hardy, David (ill) A joyful celebration of family and culture, the Welcome to Our Country series introduces First Nations history to children. From Australian of the Year Adam Goodes, co-writer Ellie Laing, and Barkindji illustrator David Hardy. Welcome, children! Nangga! Nangga! Yakarti! Tonight will be our Ceremony. Our family gathers as the fire burns. The smoke rises up as we take it in turns . . . Then clapsticks tap - one, two, three - but a stick is missing! Where could it be? Joyful and full of fun, Ceremony invites you to celebrate the rich traditions of dance, family, community and caring for Country from the world's oldest continuous culture. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
901577 : Chippy chasers: Chippy jackpot by Cotton, Sam Stevo, Stanley and Tracey are cheeky seagulls who love hot chips. they become tired of having to steal and beg one chip at a time. One day, outside the best chip shop in Australia, they concoct a plan in the Sydney sunshine to convince the best chippy stealer in the world to help them get a whole serve of chips. They face danger and challenges in a hilarious quest to meet their ultimate goal. 3-4 booklist |
|
2434 : Chook Chook: Little and Lo in the city by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) When Mei's mother remarries, Mei's world crumbles. The one-eyed butcher hangs his carcasses in Mei's favourite hideout and the two families' roosters don't get along. Mei has to share a room with a step-brother who snores and her brother, Guo, leaves home to study. It's all too much for Mei. She decides to run away, taking her chooks with her, to find her brother in the far away city. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Asia-Pacific literature /
3-4 booklist
|
|
5979 : Chook Chook: Mei's secret pets by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) Since the death of Mei's father, her mother has refused to keep animals on the family farm. So, when Mei finds two baby chickens, she shares her delightful discovery with no one but her older brother, Guo. Mei does her best to keep her newfound friends a secret but all does not go as planned. When Ma sells the chooks to the fearsome one-eyed butcher, their fates seem sealed. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Asia-Pacific literature /
3-4 booklist
|
|
3423 : Chook Chook: Saving the farm by Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill) It's Chinese New Year and, for Mei and her family, things are grim. It's been another bad harvest and the government is building a major freeway that will tear their little farm apart. One by one, Mei's neighbours are convinced to sell their land and, despite Ma's and stepfather Jin's best efforts to fight, it looks like their farm will be next. Mei and her beloved chickens must try to save their farm and keep the family together. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Asia-Pacific literature /
3-4 booklist
|
|
6218 : Christmas rose, The by Blaxland, Wendy & Hennessy, Lucy (ill) The fields near Bethlehem are filled with joy when angels appear telling of the birth of a very special baby. Men are travelling to give the baby gifts, but Madelon has nothing, what could she possibly give him when she meets him. 3-4 booklist |
|
1309 : Cleo stories, The: The necklace and the present by Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill) Having a big imagination means you can always find a way to have fun. Two short stories about six year old Cleo. 3-4 booklist |
|
765889 : Coming home to Country by Bancroft, Bronwyn Run to the creek, perch on a rock, slip into clear crystal water. An visual and lyrical depiction of coming home to country from acclaimed author and illustrator Bronwyn Bancroft. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
570819 : Cook and the King, The by Donaldson, Julia & Cobb, Roberts, David (ill) There once was a very hungry king who needed a cook like anything...but the king is very fussy, and none of the cooks he tries can make a dish that tastes just right. Then the most unlikely of chefs comes along: the shuffling, shaking Wobbly Bob. He's scared of everything, from catching fish to digging for potatoes. But can he convince the hungry king to give him the job? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
846137 : Cookie by Duff, Isabelle & Crispe, Susannah (ill) Cookie loves lots of things like smelly smells, chewy things and Girl. Cookie and Girl play together and learn to make each other happy. 3-4 booklist |
|
779736 : Couch potato, The by John, Jory and Oswald, Pete (ill) The Couch Potato has everything within reach and doesn't have to move from the sunken couch cushion. But when the electricity goes out, Couch Potato is forced to peel away from the comforts of the living room and venture outside. Could fresh air and sunshine possibly be better than the views on screen Readers of all ages will laugh along as their new best spuddy learns that balancing screen time and playtime is the root to true happiness. 3-4 booklist |
|
849620 : Cranky chicken by Battersby, Katherine Meet Cranky Chicken, so many things make her cranky, "Why is the dirt so dirty?" Meet Speedy the worm, a happy fast worm. Two lonely creatures who just need that right friend. 3-4 booklist |
|
1000864 : Cranky chicken: party animals by Battersby, Katherine Cranky Chicken is super high on the crank-o-meter. How can speedy worm help? What adventures will they get up to now as it's Cranky Chicken's birthday? 3-4 booklist |
|
660484 : Crayons' Christmas, The by Daywalt, Drew & Jeffers, Oliver (ill) 'Tis the season for all of us to write our Christmas wish lists. But everyone knows - even the Crayons - that the best presents are the ones that you give. 3-4 booklist |
|
2294 : Cubby house, The by Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill) Becky has great ideas for cubby houses but they never seem to work out. Midge has moved in next door and Becky gets her to help. But, Midge just sits quietly, waiting for the cubby to be ready. One day, Midge invites Becky to her house and, in the backyard, there is a beautiful cubby that looks like a real house. Becky is impressed but there is something more exciting out the window. 3-4 booklist |
|
35601 : D-Bot Squad: Big stink by Park, Mac Hunter thinks he's built the perfect d-bot for hunting down a fully grown stegosaurus- an enormous, slow-moving fart machine. But things don't always go to plan... Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
40948 : D-bot Squad: Deep dive by Park, Mac Hunter and his team dive deep under the sea to catch five kronosauruses. But soon they become the meat in a giant squid and krono sandwich... Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
5415 : D-bot Squad: Dino corp by Park, Mac Hunter, Charlie and Ethan must save the last and wildest of all the dinosaurs - the T-rex! Will the team finally find out where all the dinosaurs came from? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
35598 : D-Bot Squad: Dino hunter by Park, Mac Hunter Marks knows everything there is to know about dinosaurs. But will it be enough to make it into the top-secret D-Bot Squad? This is one school day that will be anything but normal... Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
35600 : D-Bot Squad: Double trouble by Park, Mac When Hunter finds himself high in the sky in the clutches of a quetzalcoatlus, he knows he needs help. Who can free him? And will it be in time to catch a mega flying dinosaur? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
5418 : D-bot Squad: Mega hatch by Park, Mac Dinosaurs are running wild all over the place! Hunter and his team must hatch their best plan yet. But that's not the only thing hatching... Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
35599 : D-Bot Squad: Sky high by Park, Mac There's a pterodactyl on the loose and Hunter must catch it. Dino Corp is depending on him. Will the d-bot he made be up for the job? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
4801 : D-Bot Squad: Stack attack by Park, Mac Hunter and Charlie have made the best double d-bot, to catch an argentinosaurus. But they have a new friend to save first! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
886458 : Dancing with memories by Yule, Sally & Martins, Professor Ralph & Beer, Maggie & Orsini, Cheryl (ill) Meet Lucy.Lucy lives with dementia. She wishes she didn't, but she does. Her brain has changed, but she is still Lucy. Thank goodness she has a brain AND a heart. A moving and heartfelt picture book for young children and their families, to help them navigate the changes that come with living with Alzheimer's disease. 3-4 booklist |
|
54112 : Deep end, The by Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill) Becky can't go up a class at swimming lessons unless she can get over her fear of the deep end. Becky tackles all her problems cheerily, including understanding what her baby brother is saying. 3-4 booklist |
|
903327 : Diary of a rescued wombat by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) She is small. She is scared. She is lost. She is a baby wombat who needs a home. She is Mothball, a wombat destined to become famous. This is the (almost) true story of one small wombat who learnt how to train her humans - and inspired the internationally bestselling picture book Diary of a Wombat by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley. 3-4 booklist |
|
9363 : Diary of a wombat by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) This wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business and most difficult of all - trains her humans. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
27097 : Dinosaur hunt by Catrow, David Max, the spaniel, is not just any dog. Join Max as he undertakes an expedition searching for dinosaurs. You will be amazed at what he finds. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
9690 : Doctor Frankenstein's other monster by Gray, Nigel & Smith, Craig (ill) Doctor Frankenstein has created a new monster but unfortunately he has little control over him when Frank Junior decides to explore his new world. As he searches for a playmate, Frank Junior is totally unaware of the havoc he is creating as he outwits the police and army. Finally he meets someone who looks past his appearance and is happy to play. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019890 : Dog squad, The: The race by Vulliamy, Clara Eva wants to help her new dog, Wafer, make friends. So she takes him to the local whippet races. Soon enough she realises that someone must be cheating. She and the rest of the Dog Squad think they might have found the next story for their very own newspaper. But can they crack the case? 3-4 booklist |
|
1082898 : Dog squad, The: The show by Vulliamy, Clara After a fierce storm wrecks the roof of a dog shelter Happy Tails, Eva manages to include all her class in a curious petscapade to raise funds to repair it. A surprisingly fun event but not without frustration, the Wags and Whiskers Dog Talent Show raises the roof at the local school but not without a few problems to solve on the way. The Dog Squad a team of phenomenal reporters have saved the day and everyone was part of the success. 3-4 booklist |
|
916608 : Down in the dumps: The mystery box by Hargis, Wes Nana loves living at the dump and welcomes every new piece of trash with a happy hello. But when a Teddy Tedd Ted doll arrives still wrapped in his gift box, how will Nana and her friends help him find his way home? 3-4 booklist |
|
916561 : Down in the dumps: Trash vs trucks by Hargis, Wes Oh, no! In Trash vs. Trucks, the second book in the Down in the Dumps series, the trucks are planning to move Nana's beautiful home at the Westerfield Waste Transfer and Recycling Center. And to a trash barge of all places, too! Nana isn't about to give up her beloved dump without a fight, but she'll need a plan first. Will Nana and her trash friends be able to save their home and stop the trucks from taking apart everything they've worked so hard to build. 3-4 booklist |
|
2829 : Duck's stuck by Mewburn, Kyle Greedy duck sticks his head where he shouldn't and it gets stuck. Now his only hope is that rat can get him out. A cautionary tale. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
659249 : Dumazi the big yellow lion by Khoza, Valanga & Ottley, Matt (ill) On her way to the waterhole, Dumazi finds a big yellow lion caught in a trap. Please save my life and set me free, he begs. But Dumazi knows that lions roaming free eat little Zulu girls like her... 3-4 booklist |
|
872823 : Each orange had 8 slices by Giganti, Paul & Crews, Donald (ill) If each orange has 8 slices and each slice has 2 seeds, how many seeds are there in all? You'll have fun whether you multiply, add or count your way through the math puzzles hiding in the world all around you. 3-4 booklist |
|
754869 : Escape from Lucien by Kibuishi, Kazu Navin and his classmates journey to Lucien, a city ravaged by war and plagued by mysterious creatures, where they search for a beacon essential to their fight against the Elf King. Meanwhile, Emily heads back into the Void with Max, one of the Elf King's loyal followers, where she learns his darkest secrets. The stakes, for both Emily and Navin, are higher than ever. Topics /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Graphic novels /
5-6 booklist
|
|
1802 : Ethan eats by Dubosarsky, Ursula & White, Annie (ill) Ethan eats everything except peas. What will he do when there's nothing else to eat. 3-4 booklist |
|
803461 : Eyes that kiss in the corners by Ho, Joanna & Ho, Dung (ill) A young Asian girl notices that her eyes look different from her peers'. They have big, round eyes and long lashes. She realizes that her eyes are like her mother's, her grandmother's, and her little sister's. They have eyes that kiss in the corners and glow like warm tea, crinkle into crescent moons, and are filled with stories of the past and hope for the future. Drawing from the strength of these powerful women in her life, she recognizes her own beauty and discovers a path to self-love and empowerment. 3-4 booklist |
|
855831 : Eyes that speak to the stars by Ho, Joanna & Ho, Dung (ill) A young boy comes to recognize his own power and ability to change the future. When a friend at school creates a hurtful drawing, the boy turns to his family for comfort. He realizes that his eyes rise to the skies and speak to the stars, shine like sunlit rays, and glimpse trails of light from those who came before- in fact, his eyes are like his father's, his agong's, and his little brother's, and they are visionary. Inspired by the men in his family, he recognizes his own power and strength from within. This extraordinary picture book redefines what it means to be truly you. 3-4 booklist |
|
3944 : Families by Galleguillos, Sharon & Kelly, Perri-Ann A look at Indigenous families in Broome, on Prince of Wales Island, Brewarrina, Tennant Creek and Brisbane, with great photographs, maps and extra background information. 3-4 booklist |
|
718072 : Family by Muir, Aunty Fay & Lawson, Sue & Seymour, Jasmine (ill) Family. Listening. Sharing. Learning. Connecting. Heart and home. Family. Family is a thoughtful contemplation for all to learn the different ways that family makes us whole. This beautifully illustrated children's picture book shows everyone that "family" can be about heart and home; an endless sky; stories and songs. It "learns" us how to be with each other and with Country. Families come in all shapes and sizes, and this remarkably simple story teaches us all, that family can be many things. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
5-6 booklist
|
|
919026 : Farmhouse by Blackall, Sophie Over a hill, at the end of a road, by a glittering stream that twists and turns, stands a house with twelve children who eat and sleep and work and play, who get into trouble, and argue and dream, who milk the cows and fish in the stream - a farmhouse where they are growing up, waiting to see what the future might bring. 3-4 booklist |
|
567929 : Fart monster and me: The crash landing by Miller, Tim & Stanton, Matt Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Are those clouds shaped like bottoms?! Nothing exciting has ever happened in Ben Dugan's backyard. That is, until something crash-lands from the biggest and smelliest storm cloud in the sky! In one split second, Ben's life changes forever. 3-4 booklist |
|
567926 : Fart monster and me: The new school by Miller, Tim & Stanton, Matt Stone Beach Primary is not ready for Ben Dugan and his new best friend. The teachers don't know what they're in for. The students don't know what they'll be smelling. Even Ben is unsure that he'll survive the first day. 3-4 booklist |
|
49735 : Festivals by Park, Louise The festivals that Australia's Indigenous people celebrate and how they celebrate them. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
|
793562 : Firelight by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily, Trellis, and Vigo visit Algos Island, where they can access and enter lost memories. They're hoping to uncover the events of Trellis's mysterious childhood -- knowledge they can use against the Elf King. What they discover is a dark secret that changes everything. Meanwhile, the Voice of Emily's Amulet is getting stronger, and threatens to overtake her completely. Topics /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Graphic novels /
5-6 booklist
|
|
7503 : Fishing in the Torres Strait by Hall, Beth Traditional fishing in the Torres Strait is demonstrated by Indigenous Australians. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019734 : Fluff: Bullies beware! by Stanton, Matt Gilbert's underpants are hanging on the school gate. He must get revenge on the bully who put them there, and who better to help him than a bunny with attitude. This is Fluff and Gilbert's answer to the bully. An hilarious story full of heart and packed with drones, wedgies, rockets and parmesan cheese. 3-4 booklist |
|
1083092 : Football superstars: Aguero rules by Mugford, Simon & Green, Dan (ill) Sergio Aguer is a star from Argentina who first made it big in Brazil as a goal kicker. His coach when he made his first team debut said he was humble even in success. He is an awesome football player and the best striker in the world in 2021. This is about Kun as he was known and he is so very good. 5-6 booklist |
|
1083094 : Football superstars: De Bruyne rules by Mugford, Simon & Green, Dan (ill) Kevin De Bruyne had a football plan at the age of 11 and proved that he was a future star when he shot goals and went on to join a Golden Generation of brilliant Belgium players. He was a top scorer and eventually signed up to a London club Chelsea and play premier league where he rules with many honours and awards! 5-6 booklist |
|
1083095 : Football superstars: Messi rules by Mugford, Simon & Green, Dan (ill) Discover how Lionel Messi from Argentina created a world famous career and see why Messi Rules! In this informative graphic account impress your friends with knowledge of his nickname the Flea when he went to play in Barcelona at age 13. 5-6 booklist |
|
1019859 : Football superstars: Pogba rules by Mugford, Simon & Green, Dan Find out how a boy from the Paris suburbs went from youth superstar to one of the best playmakers in the game of football and became a World Cup winner. Read about every one of Paul Pogba's key stats, little-known facts and complete the quizzes. This illustrated biography will have you wanting to read more of the Football Superstars series. 5-6 booklist |
|
13914 : Footy fables by Hirsch, Suzan & Puletua, Frank (ill) Sixteen short stories about NRL fables, tales and legends. Each club is included with references to to current NRL players, teams and events. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1019885 : For 60,000 years by Silva, Marlee & Paddick, Rhys (ill) For 60,000 years, as sure as the sun rises and rests, our people have thrived and survived. 3-4 booklist |
|
774062 : Forgotten fairy tales: The daring princess by Davidson, Susanna & Santelli, Alessandra (ill) A twist on a traditional fairy tale a princess of colour who saves the prince. 3-4 booklist |
|
774374 : Fozia and the quest of Prince Zal by Hawke, Rosanne Twelve year old Fozia has survived the worst flood in Pakistan's history. But her life will never be the same. As her parents are missing, Fozia now lives with a family in a new village. As she slowly rebuilds her life, she fears everything could fall apart if her secret is uncovered. To keep the memories of her family alive in her heart, Fozia tells her fiends a fairytale about Prince Zal. He rides a magic carpet on a quest to find his little sister. He battles a leopard and dangerous fairies. But can he succeed if the truth behind Fozia's story is revealed? 3-4 booklist |
|
1033025 : Frog squad: Dessert disaster by Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Gordon, Shiloh These frogs don't just eat flies, they eat DANGER! Frog Squad comes to the rescue of a mega tanker in distress- and it's full of ice-cream! Will these brave rescue frogs be fast enough to stop Professor Cain and The Organisation of Amphibious Devious Scoundrels (TOADS) from controlling the global supply of ice-cream? 3-4 booklist |
|
1259573 : Frog squad: Sink or swim by Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Gordon, Shiloh (ill) Professor Leap Frog gives the team a Top Secret mission by ocean treasure hunter Dr Goldie Leap Frog,To find an ancient shipwreck, in the Bermuda Triangle. Brave to face Giant Squid they will also encounter danger and clever villains who also want the spoils. 3-4 booklist |
|
587872 : Frooties, The: Punky pineapple by Rogers, Hilary & Lefers, Josh & Petrovic, Pete (ill) It is a whole bunch of crazy in the fruit bowl. Punky Pineapple looks tough and crazy ..and Punky. A member of the fruit bowl goes missing and they all go to seek her. But is Punky Pineapple a good detective or just good on pizza? 3-4 booklist |
|
15813 : Funny lunch by Catrow, David Max is not just a dog, he's a great chef. So begins the hilarious story of one of the funniest dogs you'll ever meet. Max's customers are hungry. Tummies are growling. Then, comes the biggest lunch order ever, for 100 pizzas with the lot. Max is one clever chef who has the perfect solution. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
21213 : Funny thing happened to Simon Sidebottom, A by Crumble, P & Rankine, Dean (ill) Its the final day of school holidays and the only thing Simon Sidebottom wants to do is enjoy his last hours of freedom. But Simon's mum has other plans, and they all involve shopping for school shoes with Simon's snotty-faced little sister. And then a funny thing happens... Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
660799 : Game over, super rabbit boy! by Flintham, Thomas Animal Town is in trouble! Meanie King Viking and his Robot Army are spreading No Fun across the land. Only Super Rabbit Boy can save the day! But first he must make it past sand traps, lave, and lots and lots of robots. Will Super Rabbit Boy reach the final level, or will it be GAME OVER? 3-4 booklist |
|
965907 : Gargoyle, The by Fraillon, Zana & Morgan Ross (ill) He's old, this gargoyle. Very old. Older than me. Older than anyone. A moving story about a gargoyle who has been forced off his rooftop to make way for a new development in a barren cityscape, and the child who encounters him on an overcrowded train. 3-4 booklist |
|
577004 : Gastronauts by Foley, James Sally Tinker is the world's greatest inventor under the age of 12. But when her baby brother Joe swallows her greatest invention to date Sally and her genius biologist friend Charlie will have to shrink themselves to a size small enough to delve deep into the bowels of baby Joe to recover it. But will they be able to find it and if they do, how are they ever to get back home? Funny and smart this book will gross you out, crack you up and teach you stuff all at the same time! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1019765 : Giovanni by Corocher, Crystal & Davis, Margeaux (ill) In 1881, pioneering migrant families left Veneto, Italy, in search of a new life. They endured a perilous journey in search of a false paradise. Their remarkable tale of survival brought them to Australia. This is their story of finding 'home'. A voyage re-imagined, told through the eyes of a four-year-old boy." 3-4 booklist |
|
855822 : Girl who could fix anything, The: Beatrice Shilling, World War II engineer by Rockcliff, Mara & Duncan, Daniel (ill) Beatrice knew that as a girl she wouldn't be quite like other engineers - and she wasn't. She was better. Still, it took hard work and perseverance to persuade the Royal Aircraft Establishment to give her a chance. But when World War II broke out and British fighter pilots took to the skies in a desperate struggle for survival against Hitler's bombers, it was clearly time for new ideas. Could Beatrice solve an engine puzzle and help Britain win the war? 3-4 booklist |
|
34022 : Gold for Cathy Freeman by Lau, Karen The story of Cathy Freeman winning gold at the Olympic games. Great photos and a full biography are included. 3-4 booklist |
|
628138 : Grandpa's noises by St John Thomas, Gareth & Rowe, Colin (ill) Grandpa makes a lot of noises! His back creaks. His knees crack. His hearing aid squeals. He's always talking to someone about something. And then there are the sounds that his bottom makes! Join Grandpa on his daily adventures and see if you can understand what all his noises mean! K-2 booklist |
|
23504 : Great art caper, The: Graphic novel by Jamieson, Victoria Barry is a rabbit. While Sunflower and GW are rodents. They are all classroom pets at Daisy P Flugelhorn Elementary School with rich and busy social lives outside of school hours. Carina is a student at the school also. A student GW loves and wants to capture in an artwork. Classroom pet Harriet and all the minions have other ideas for GW and the school art show. GW and his friends will have many challenges to overcome. 3-4 booklist |
|
7786 : Head kid by Baddiel, David Bracket Wood is a strict school. Particularly under the lead of the new headmaster, Mr Carter. But when he swaps bodies with the naughtiest boy in the school Ryan Carter, a hilarious chain of events begins. With the naughtiest boy as Head Kid, the only question is, will Bracket Wood survive? 3-4 booklist |
|
774216 : Hello and welcome by Dreise, Gregg "Hello and welcome to our corroboree. Hello and welcome to our gathering. Father Sky, Mother Earth, together here with me. Different colours, different people, together in harmony." Feel the welcome as we celebrate Indigenous culture, Elders and future generations. Join the corroboree in the traditional Gamilaraay language of the Kamilaroi people as we listen and learn together. A wonderful companion to Gregg Dreise's highly acclaimed My Culture and Me, this joyful picture book celebrates Australia's Indigenous heritage and the diversity we enjoy today. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
5-6 booklist
|
|
1096840 : Hello twigs: Look who's grumpy by Mcdonald, Andrew & Wood, Ben (ill) Stump has a big problem: he is SO GRUMPY! Because his favourite splinter is missing! How terrible. Can Stump's twiggy friends help him get rid of his grumpy, or will he be grumpy forever? K-2 booklist |
|
5423 : Hello, Sydney by McKean, Megan Explore 15 of Sydney's most iconic locations with the help of six cheeky seagulls on this look-and-find adventure. From Taronga Zoo to Bondi Beach, there are delightful quirks of the city to spot on each page as well as fun facts to discover. 3-4 booklist |
|
4063 : Henrietta and the perfect night by Murray, Martine Five year old Henrietta is full of questions, sometimes confident and assertive, sometimes not quite as much. With a new baby about to join the family Henrietta is worried about being a good big sister. When the time comes it is not at all as she expected. Starting school is also not as easy as she thought, but throughout Henrietta's positive go-getter spirit shines through. 3-4 booklist |
|
2263 : Here in the garden by Stewart, Briony As the seasons change, a boy shares the magic of his garden with a special friend. 3-4 booklist |
|
861808 : Hey Jack: The backyard mystery by Rippin, Sally Jack has found some insect eggs in his backyard. He can't wait for them to hatch. But what's inside? Jack is a friendly, everyday kid who loves playing soccer and always tries to be brave. Each down-to-earth story in the series follows Jack on a fun new adventure that kids will love and relate to. 3-4 booklist |
|
804787 : Hike by Oswald, Pete In the cool and quiet early light of morning, a father and child wake up. Today they're going on a hike. Follow the duo into the mountains as they witness the magic of the wilderness, overcome challenges, and play a small role in the survival of the forest. By the time they return home, they feel alive - and closer than ever - as they document their hike and take their place in family history. 3-4 booklist |
|
833221 : Home by Hendriks, Karen & Knatko, ALisa War ends, yet its dark shadow remains. A family is forced to flee their home. As they journey through hunger, long cold nights, and homelessness, a heart locket whispers words of hope. And a country that's far away calls for those that are no longer wanted. It offers new beginnings and a precious place, once more to call home. 3-4 booklist |
|
11631 : Hotdog by Do, Anh & McGuiness, Dan (ill) Hotdog and his friends are going on a mad adventure to help a baby bird find his missing mum. They'll climb to crazy heights to find her. But, they'll have to handle a dirty nappy and a karate-chopping rooster to find her. 3-4 booklist |
|
847748 : Hotdog: Beach time! by Do, Anh & McGuiness, Dan (ill) After weeks of wet weather, the sun is out! Hotdog and his friends are busting to get to the beach for some hot fun in the sand and surf! But will a toothache, an earache and an epic splinter RAIN on their plans! 3-4 booklist |
|
877561 : Hotdog: Lolly time! by Do, Anh & McGuiness, Dan (ill) The lolly shop's having a contest to see who can come up with the best new candy! Meanwhile, it's Halloween and there's a ghost on the loose! Can Hot Dog and his friends create a winning treat and capture the spooky stranger?! It would be sweeeeeet! 3-4 booklist |
|
923570 : HotDog: Soccer time! by Do, Anh & McGuinness, Dan (ill) Hotdog and his friends are training for the Kicker Cup! But Hotdog has little legs and can't kick very far. Lizzie isn't much better. Kev can really boot a ball ... but can't control where it goes! Will their new Bounce Boots help kick the team to victory?! 3-4 booklist |
|
847745 : Hotdog: Tool time! by Do, Anh & McGuiness, Dan (ill) Hotdog and his friends want to go to GRIZZNEY LAND, so they need to make money FAST! They decide to fix things with their tools! Will they nail it? Or will it be one AXE-ident after another? 3-4 booklist |
|
5654 : How I go to school by Galleguillos, Sharon & Kelly, Perri-Ann Tom, Babia, Anabelle, Nicky and Luke talk about how they get to school. Includes great photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
|
751091 : How to make a bird by McKinlay, Meg & Ottley, Matt (ill) From award-winning author Meg McKinlay and celebrated artist Matt Ottley comes a moving and visually stunning picture book that celebrates the transformative power of the creative process from inception through recognition to celebration and releasing into the world. We shadow the protagonist as she contemplates the blue print of an idea, collects the things that inspire from the natural world to shape a bird. And breathes life into it before letting it fly free. It shows how small things, combined with a little imagination and a steady heart, can transform into works of magic. 3-4 booklist |
|
802384 : How to make a pet monster: Flummox by Wilkinson, Lili & Spence, Dustin (ill) Have you ever wanted a pet monster? Artie and Willow find an ancient spell book which shows them how to make real monsters. They make Hodgepodge, who is a bit furry and a bit stinky. He is Artie's best friend. Willow wants to make a best friend too. Now that Artie knows that monsters are real, what if this new one is really dangerous? He is really worried. 3-4 booklist |
|
1089056 : How to teach grown-ups about climate change by Daniels, Patricia & Belcha, Aaron (ill) Lots to think about in this entertaining and meaningful guide. Time to have an informed talk to the adults about what we can do about Climate Change. This guide will enable youth to get the message across in a fun, truthful and questioning way that will convince the grown-ups with facts that even the scientists think are weird. Can they pass the test at the end? And who in Australia has heard of the extinction of the Bramble Cay melomys? While not the end of the world it cannot get worse and this book will teach you and your grown-up why. 5-6 booklist |
|
36961 : Hunches in bunches by Seuss, Dr Join the craziest creatures as they follow hunches in bunches. Ideal for beginning readers with lots of rhyme, rhythm and repetition. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
846226 : Hundred thousand welcomes, A by Donovan, Mary Lee Welcome! A hundred times over, a thousand times over, Welcome! Family, friends, neighbours, travellers and strangers from near and far are greeted with hospitality, kindness, compassion, warmth and fellowship in this timeless picture book about the universal birthright of all people. K-2 booklist |
|
815351 : I am every good thing by Barnes, Derrick & James, Gordon C I am a non-stop ball of energy. Powerful and full of light. I am a go-getter. A difference-maker. A leader. Step inside the mind of the confident narrator of this book! He is proud of everything that makes him who he is. He's got big plans, and will see them through. He's creative, adventurous, smart, funny. A good friend. A superhero. Sometimes he falls, but he always gets back up. And other times he's afraid, because he's often misunderstood. So, slow down, look and listen as he shows you who he really is ... 5-6 booklist |
|
1186 : I love footy by Zurbo, Matt When I touch a footy, I feel as big as a giant. When I run with a footy, it's like I'm as fast as a lion. I love footy. 3-4 booklist |
|
785438 : I would dangle the moon by Moffatt, Amber Have you ever wondered what you would do if you could reach up and pluck the moon from the sky? There are so many possibilities in life. This story explores how many options are available from just one simple thought. 3-4 booklist |
|
603351 : If I were a zombie by Inglis, Kate & Orchard, Eric (ill) This hilarious picture book written by award-nominated Kate Inglis features two children trying to outdo one another in imagining what they could do if only they were a zombie, a ninja or a robot. With outrageously entertaining rhyming text and brilliant illustrations from artist Eric Orchard, this is sure to be a favourite with readers of all ages. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
903350 : If the world were 100 animals by Smith, Miranda & Cushley, Aaron (ill) What if the world were 100 animals? There are more than 20 billion, billion known animals all over the world. That is far too many to imagine them all together! Instead let's imagine 100 animals at a time. If there were 100 mammals in the wild, where would they live? If their were only 100 pets in the world, what would they be? This though provoking book reveals how varied the animals on our planet are, and it also highlights the problems they face. It's clear there won't be many left if we don't act now to help them to survive. But together we can find ways that will make a difference. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019754 : Impossible secret of Lillian Velvet, The by Moriarty, Jaclyn & Canby, Kelly (ill) Lillian Velvet lives a lonely life with her cold grandmother. When she turns 10, she is given a mysterious jar filled with gold coins. Instructions, 'Don't spend all your coins', ' Don't go outside!' and 'don't let anyone in!' Lillian begins her adventure and meets some interesting people who all seem to be connected. 5-6 booklist |
|
641372 : In the shadow of an elephant by Donaghey, Georgie & Severgnini, Sandra (ill) One terrible night the ground rumbled and dark shapes appeared in the distance. A cracking sound tore through the air. Lualani's life was changed forever. 'Don't be afraid. I will look after you.' Jabari reached out his hand. A life-long friendship set on the edge of the African Savanna. 3-4 booklist |
|
26222 : Jake's balloon blast by Spillman, Ken & Nixon, Chris (ill) Jake has always wanted to fly, it's just a matter of how. With his best friend, Jonah, he comes up with a fantastic plan to get himself off the ground, with very surprising results. 3-4 booklist |
|
8218 : Jake's gigantic list by Spillman, Ken & Nixon, Chris (ill) Jake's birthday is coming up and dad has suggested he write a list of the things he would like. Jake's birthday list is longer than an anaconda and includes a pirate, a piranha, a dinosaur and a cheetah. Luckily, his Aunty Lyn knows just where to find these things. 3-4 booklist |
|
3139 : Jake's monster mess by Spillman, Ken & Nixon, Chris (ill) Jake thinks his room is only slightly messy until his Dad asks him to tidy it. Jake empties his drawers and toy cupboard, and drags out the dusty, forgotten stuff under his bed. Jake wants to do the job properly and surprise his Dad. He does, but not quite in the way he planned. 3-4 booklist |
|
23258 : Jamie and Angus together by Fine, Anne & Dale, Penny (ill) Once best friends, always best friends. That's the way it is with Jamie and his toy Highland bull, Angus. In this collection of six stories, the pair tackles a lively playmate, get muddled by a pretend game and discover that playing isn't fun unless they are doing it together. 3-4 booklist |
|
1023608 : Jawsome: Licence to rock by Timmis, R.J Finley, Hunter, Gilleon and Gnash are busy juggling their double lives as ordinary school sharks and as members of the sensational rock band, JAWSOME! But they soon find themselves deep in a sea of suspicious shark-nanigans. From stopping evil A.B.B.A. agents to unmasking a strange new band, JAWSOME will need to use all their rockstar skills to save Chumville. 3-4 booklist |
|
751216 : Julian at the wedding by Love, Jessica Julian and his abuela are going to a wedding. Better yet, Julian is in the wedding. Weddings have flowers and kissing and dancing and cake. And this wedding also has a new friend named Marisol. It's not long before Julian and Marisol set off for some magic and mischief of their own, and when things take an unexpected turn, the pair learns that everything is easier with a good friend by your side. 3-4 booklist |
|
21203 : Julian is a mermaid by Love, Jessica While riding the subway home with his Nana one day, Julian notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train carriage. When Julian gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies and making his own fabulous mermaid costume. But what will Nana think about the mess he makes - and even more importantly - what will she think about how Julian sees himself? Topics /
Endangered species /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Asia-Pacific literature /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
873255 : Just one bee by Lamond, Margrete & Bertini, Anthony & Nielsen, Christopher (ill) All it takes is the will to make dreams come true. JUST ONE BEE is a story of hope, determination and never giving up: the story of One-bee and her dream to revert desolate wastes back to fields of flowers. But to change a desert to meadowland she needs to go it alone because when she comes across another bee, she discovers not only is he hoarding a single precious flower and a queen bee, but he refuses to believe positive change is possible. Other-bee does all he can to quash One-bee's dream. But One-bee's persistence, patience and optimism eventually prove Other-bee wrong, and she shows him how dreams can come true. Topics /
Endangered species /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
774462 : Katha chest, The by Chowdhury, Radhiah & Naidu, Lavanya (ill) Six-year-old Asiya loves to go to Nanu's house. Best among all of Nanu's treasures is the big old chest filled with quilts that tell the stories of the women in Asyia's family. With gorgeous, fresh and beautifully colourful illustrations inspired by Bangladeshi katha quilts and traditional West Bengali pattachitra panel illustrations, The Katha Chest is a beautifully woven tale about the bonds of love, culture and memory. 3-4 booklist |
|
647148 : King Leonard's teddy by Swan, Phoebe King Leonard is so rich that he can by whatever he wants. Anything old or broken is thrown onto the growing pile of rubbish outside his castle. But one day something breaks that can't be replaced. And what's worse, King Leonard can't find anyone who knows how to fix it. 3-4 booklist |
|
1209732 : Kung fu roo: Enter the roo by Do, Anh & Ley, Jeremy (ill) Kai, Harry and Charley are best friends. They do everything together including entering the town's Kung Fu competition. They dream of using their kung fu skills to save the world. But disaster strikes when a train they were travelling in gets hit by a meteor. Strange things start to happen, and the friends find they can now transform into animals. Can the team use these new skills to fight crime and save the town after all? 3-4 booklist |
|
918 : Laika the astronaut by Davey, Owen Laika is a stray dog on the streets, until she is chosen to be the first animal launched into space. If things go wrong, would she be lost or found. 3-4 booklist |
|
1209947 : Land recalls you, The by Saunders, Kirli & Cragg, David (ill) & Cragg, Noni (ill) Do not mourn the hands that raised you. Do not weep for songs of land. Honouring the Stolen Generations and all who've been taken, The Land Recalls You is a powerful story of returning. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
809121 : Last council, The by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily and her friends think they'll find the help they need in Cielis, but something isn't right. Streets that were once busy are deserted, and the townspeople who are left live in crippling fear. Emily is escorted to the Academy where she's expected to compete for a spot on the Guardian Council, the most powerful Stonekeepers. But as the number of competitors gets smaller and smaller, a terrible secret is slowly uncovered a secret that, if left buried, means certain destruction of everything Emily fights for. 5-6 booklist |
|
2002 : Last tree in the city by Carnavas, Peter Edward's city is a place of concrete and cars, a world without colour. Every day, Edward takes himself to a part of the city that is different, to the last tree in the city. He is happy there until, one day, the tree is gone. Edward and his duck eventually figure out a unique way to make the city more beautiful than before. 3-4 booklist |
|
653185 : Lemonade Jones and the great school fete by Bell, Davina & Blair, Karen (ill) A haunted house. A giant rainbow slide. And delicious donuts from Clark Dark's dad's donut van. Lemonade Jones's school fete is going to be as sparkly and fun as a shook-up bottle of fizzy drink. Most exciting of all is the Year One Mum Band. Lemonade Jones has talked her mum into being the lead singer, and everyone knows that the lead singer is the star. This is going to be the greatest school fete ever! 3-4 booklist |
|
1019900 : Leo and Ralph by Carnavas, Peter Leo and Ralph have been best friends ever since Ralph flew down from one of Jupiter's moons. But now Leo is older, and mum and dad think it is time to say goodbye to Ralph. When the family moves to a small country town, they hope Leo might finally make a real friend. But someone like Ralph is hard to leave behind. A stellar story about space, starting over and the best friend you could ever imagine. 3-4 booklist |
|
43580 : Letters to Santa by Daddo, Andrew & Pike, Michelle (ill) Santa is getting ready for his annual, big trip and animals from all over the world are writing to let him know what they hope to receive. Open the envelopes and read the letters from the furry, feathery and scaly writers. 3-4 booklist |
|
846248 : Lift-the-flap questions and answers about racism by Akpojaro, Jordan & Evans, Ashley (ill) Racism is such a hard topic to talk about, but impossible to ignore. Discover the answers to some difficult questions by lifting the flaps. Then you can be part of the solution. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019846 : Lift-the-flap questions and answers about refugees by Daynes, Katie & de Sousa, Ashe & Drachkovska, Oksana (ill) Have you ever wondered - why new people arrive in your school, town or community? What it might feel like for them? How life might be better for them? A refugee can answer these questions and as you read through this book you develop an understanding of how to hep them and learn about the sudden, difficult, frightening and tiring situations they have experienced through the beautiful details and cleverly designed illustrations by Ukrainian artist Oksana Drachkovska. 5-6 booklist |
|
2455 : Lisa absolutely loves art by Norsa, Sophie Lisa's cat, Picasoo, gets lost within the paintings of an art gallery. Lisa traces his steps through the history of art, including Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet. 3-4 booklist |
|
884160 : Little Ash Friendship fix-it! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash can't wait to play tennis with the big kids at school today! But when James's big school project breaks, Ash has to decide whether to help her friend fix his project at lunchtime, or play the game she loves. What will she do? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
884161 : Little Ash Goal getter! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash loves playing sport, but when she loses the lunchtime touch footy match, it sends her into a spin. What if she can't win anything ever again? Ash knows the answer. If she never plays anything again, then she won't have to lose! Will Ash quit sport for good? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
930416 : Little Ash Lost luck! by Barty, Ash & McGauchey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jane (ill) Ash has a fun hockey game coming up, but on the day of the match she wakes up on the wrong side of bed. Everything seems too hard, and Ash just can't seem to look on the bright side. Will she let her miserable mood ruin her day? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
917356 : Little Ash Party problem! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash and James have been invited to their friend's birthday. It's a fancy-dress party and of course, Ash is dressed as a tennis player! But when Ash loses her favourite tennis racquet, she is so worried. Even with James's help, will she ever find it? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
887255 : Little Ash Perfect match! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Australian tennis superstar Ash Barty teams up with Jasmin McGaughey and Jade Goodwin to bring young readers this fun and exciting new illustrated series about school, sport, friendship and family. Ash loves to play sport. She's tried karate, softball, netball and gymnastics. But none of those sports give her that tingly feeling, the one where you know it's something you'll absolutely love to do. How will Ash ever choose? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1019694 : Little Ash Puppy playtime! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash is so excited to get a NEW PUPPY! He is full of energy and ready to play, but every game Ash chooses ends in disaster! Whatever will Ash do? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1019683 : Little Ash Sports carnival! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash LOVES tennis. So when it's the school sports carnival, Ash wishes she was playing tennis instead. Will Ash find her school spirit and help her team win the day? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
884152 : Little Ash Tennis rush! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) It's the day of the tennis tournament and Ash is so excited to compete! But Ash forgets her favourite hat, there's a flat tyre and Ash wonders how they will ever get there! Will Ash arrive in time for her big match? Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
846072 : Little monsters by Walliams, David & Stower, Adam (ill) Howler just didn't fit in. He was not scary at all! That made him the odd one out when he began at Monster School. Then he finds some new friends and discovers that maybe being the odd one out could mean he was the coolest one of them all. 3-4 booklist |
|
1075175 : Little pago by Briggs, Lauren Little Pago is a teeny tiny Sea Turtle who loves to swim and play with his friends all day but playing in the currents makes him so hungry. The problem is everything Little Pago tries to eat is not what it seems. Plastic Straws, balloons and plastic bags all pose a danger to Little Pago, so how can he know what is safe to eat? A lovely story about friendship and the importance of keeping our oceans clean. 3-4 booklist |
|
849568 : Little people, big dreams: Nelson Mandela by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hawkins, Alison (ill) Meet Nelson Mandela, South Africa's first Black president and his fight for equality. Little Nelson's given name was Rolihlahla, which means 'troublemaker' in Xhosa, his native language. But his rebellious nature would lead him to become one of the world's most inspirational civil right's leaders and anti-apartheid revolutionaries. Despite the many years of imprisonment and adversity he faced, Nelson remained victorious and was voted to become South Africa's first Black president. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the activist turned president's life. 3-4 booklist |
|
33186 : Little red fish, The by Yoo, Taeeun Jeje and his pet fish have an adventure in the library, where his grandfather works as a librarian. Beautiful illustrations take us into the wonderful world of being lost in a book and the ways a visit to the library can enrich our lives. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
27465 : Littledog by Germein, Katrina & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill) Sam and his sister have a surprise visitor at their holiday shack. They think he's cuddly and playful but Dad is not so sure. 3-4 booklist |
|
3077 : Lola's toy box: On the story sea by Parker, Danny & Shield, Guy (ill) When Lola is given an old toy box, she discovers that it is a magical passageway to a world where toys come to life. Follow Lola and her trusty but rather wonky learn-to-dress clown, Buddy, on their adventures in the Kingdom, where toys live when they aren't being played with in the real world. 3-4 booklist |
|
8579 : Lola's toy box: The patchwork picnic by Parker, Danny & Shield, Guy (ill) When Lola is given an old toy box, she discovers that it's a magical passageway to a world where toys come to life. Follow Lola and her trusty but rather wonky learn-to-dress clown, Buddy, on their adventures in the Kingdom, where toys live when they aren't being played with in the real world. 3-4 booklist |
|
8475 : Lola's toy box: The plastic palace by Parker, Danny & Shield, Guy (ill) When Lola is given an old toy box, she discovers that it's a magical passageway to a world where toys come to life. Follow Lola and her trusty but rather wonky learn-to-dress clown, Buddy, on their adventures in the Kingdom, where toys live when they aren't being played with in the real world. 3-4 booklist |
|
3091 : Lola's toy box: The treasure trove by Parker, Danny & Shield, Guy (ill) When Lola is given an old toy box, she discovers that it's a magical passageway to a world where toys come to life. Follow Lola and her trusty but rather wonky learn-to-dress clown, Buddy, on their adventures in the Kingdom, where toys live when they aren't being played with in the real world. 3-4 booklist |
|
885971 : Look inside a coral reef by Lacey, Minna & Brewster, Sam (ill) Open the flaps and dive under the waves to se shimmering fish, turtles, and rays among the coral. But this magical world is in danger, and we need to save our coral reefs. 3-4 booklist |
|
2326 : Lost girl, The by Kwaymullina, Ambelin & Tobin, Leanne (ill) The little girl has lost her way, wandering away from the Mothers, the Aunties and the Grandmothers. Find out which animal will show her the way home. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019785 : Lost library, The by Stead, Rebecca & Mass, Wendy When Evan selects two books from the little free library that has appeared overnight, he doesn't suspect his life is about to change. He and his friend Rafe discover a connection between one of the books and the night, long ago, when the old library burned to the ground. The boys investigate the mystery but soon realise that no one in town is willing to talk about it. Told in turns by a cat, a ghost librarian and Evan himself, we discover that the truth will transform the town. 3-4 booklist |
|
660050 : Louie and Snippy save the sea by Dinnigan, Collette & Cowan, Grant (ill) 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? Topics /
Endangered species /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
855817 : Love that grew, The by Ayoub, Sarah & Purnell, Mimi (ill) A mum warmly tells her children how her heart expands with each new child to her growing family and how her loves swells and overflows for each of them, always. 3-4 booklist |
|
52978 : Mad about Madeline by Bemelmans, Ludwig The complete tales of Madeline who has many adventures. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
2731 : Madeline by Bemelmans, Ludwig Something is wrong with Madeline and one night she wakes up in terrible pain. It's her appendix. So, off she goes to hospital to have it taken out. Her school friends miss her but they visit her in hospital. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
10132 : Madeline and the bad hat by Bemelmans, Ludwig The Spanish Ambassador has moved next door, and Madeline knows right away that his son is bad news. He's mean to animals. One day, Pepito goes too far. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
9892 : Madeline and the cats of Rome by Bemelmans Marciano, John Miss Clavel and the twelve little girls travel to Rome in the spring. As well as the warming sun, glorious sights and delicious food, Madeline finds herself embroiled in an adventure involving a thief, a chase and many, many cats. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
16743 : Madeline and the gypsies by Bemelmans, Ludwig Madeline and Pepito have run off to join the carnival with a band of travelling gypsies. At first they're having the time of their lives, but then they get homesick. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
12988 : Madeline in America by Bemelmans, Ludwig Some surprises are still in store, even for Madeline. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
14567 : Madeline in London by Bemelmans, Ludwig Pepito has moved to England. To help celebrate his birthday, Miss Clavel and the girls pay him a visit. When his mother won't let Pepito keep one of his birthday presents Madeline is more than willing to help out. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
102132 : Madeline loves animals by Bemelmans, Ludwig Pepito is the Spanish Ambassador's son and he lives next door to Madeline until his father moves to London. To cheer him up, Miss Clavel takes her charges to London and, then, the fun begins. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
102133 : Madeline says merci by Bemelmans, Ludwig The 'always be polite' book of Madeline. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
53146 : Madeline's Christmas by Bemelmans, Ludwig 'Twas the night before Christmas and only brave Madeline is up and about, competently running the household until she hears a knock at the door. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
102134 : Madeline's house by Bemelmans, Ludwig Discover Madeline and her house. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
2732 : Madeline's rescue by Bemelmans, Ludwig When mischievous Madeline falls into the River Seine, a courageous canine saves her from drowning. Now, Madeline has a cherished pet but she doesn't know how the other little girls will feel about it. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
782157 : Main Abija / My Grandad by Rogers, Karen A tribute to a much-loved grandfather, celebrating First Nations Australian culture, country and the circle of life. Told in Kriol and English. 'This book has the memories I had of my grandfather from when I was small until he left us. He taught me many things about culture and country. I'm happy to pass this story on to my family and to put it in this book.' Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
871556 : Maku by Wyatt, Meyne Maku is a proud, young Indigenous Australian who is always on the move. He looks to his culture, family and the world around him for new and old ideas to put into his movie plan for his homework project. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
18038 : Mandawuy Yunupingu by Hall, Beth The story of a respected indigenous role model, Mandawuy Yunupingu, who has been a school principal and a rock star. Includes great photos, a glossary and a personal profile. 3-4 booklist |
|
687222 : March of the ants, The by Dubosarsky, Ursula & Riddle, Tohby (ill) What would you take on an adventure with you? The ants are preparing to march, and every ant packs something practical, but one ant chooses to take a book ... what good will that be on a long journey? Join Australian Children's Laureate Ursula Dubosarsky to find out! This story is also available to download from the ACLF website and you can read along with Ursula as she shares her story with us. https://www.childrenslaureate.org.au/read-with-ursula 3-4 booklist |
|
846061 : Marcie Gill and the caravan park cat by McInerney, Monica & Snell, Danny (ill) Marcie's parents run a caravan park in the small seaside town of Snorkel Bay in South Australia. Three mysterious things happen to her. Her dad moved out. Her gran gave her an unusual Christmas present. George, her grandmother's cat has a secret. This is a summer holiday Marcie will never forget. Read about these adventures of Marcie-the girl whose favourite thing is asking questions. 3-4 booklist |
|
871575 : Marmalade the orange panda by Walliams, David & Stower, Adam (ill) One morning, deep in the forest, a beautiful baby panda was born. The panda was different to all the others, as he had dazzling orange fur. "I will call you Marmalade," his mummy whispered. Meet Marmalade, the little panda who goes on a big adventure as he sets off to explore the forest one day to find where he belongs. 3-4 booklist |
|
74861 : Marvin Redpost: a flying birthday cake by Sachar, Louis Marvin can't get to sleep. It's late, the ground is hard in Nick Tuffle's garden, he's full of cake and he's drunk too much punch. Then, he hears a low humming noise, feels the earth shudder and sees a bright flash, sort of the same colour as the green icing on Nick's birthday cake. When he sees a flying birthday cake, candles aglow, Marvin wonders if he's dreaming. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
17520 : Marvin Redpost: alone in his teacher's house by Sachar, Louis While his teacher, Mrs North, is on holidays, Marvin is looking after her dog. Marvin has become the luckiest boy in school. He'll get to sniff about Mrs North's house and rummage in her fridge. Well, that's what Stuart and Nick, his best friends, would like to do. But, Marvin is serious. After all, he's getting paid and will get a bonus if everything goes smoothly. Nothing could possibly go wrong. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
3303 : Marvin Redpost: class president by Sachar, Louis Today is Thursday. Today is hole day. Everyone is wearing their holiest clothes, even the class teacher, Mrs North. But, the principal announces that a surprise visitor, a very important person, is coming to the school. There's no time to change. And, with all the television cameras pointed, Marvin just might get to solve his biggest maths problem to date. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
18865 : Marvin Redpost: is he a girl by Sachar, Louis Marvin Redpost is yet again caught in a dilemma. He's been told that he'll turn into a girl if he kisses his elbow. After accidentally doing just that, Marvin wonders if it's really going to happen to him. When his voice starts to change and he longs to have pigtails, Marvin is worried. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
86453 : Marvin Redpost: kidnapped at birth by Sachar, Louis Marvin has red hair and blue eyes. He's also left-handed. One day, at school, while writing a report, Marvin realises that nothing adds up. His parents have brown hair and brown eyes. He begins to wonder if he really is Marvin Redpost. He sets out to get things straight but Marvin soon realises that, sometimes, the truth isn't all it's cracked up to be. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
36803 : Marvin Redpost: magic crystal by Sachar, Louis When he goes home with Casey Happleton one day after school, Marvin is amazed to discover that she lives in an old fire station. But, that's not all that surprises him. Casey has a secret she wants to share. She has a crystal with super, magical powers, a crystal that makes all your wishes come true. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
39031 : Marvin Redpost: super fast, out of control by Sachar, Louis Suicide Hill is the ultimate test of bravery. Few have conquered the treacherously steep slope. And, rumour has it that Marvin will be taking it on. Only Marvin isn't so sure. His new mountain bike is so enormous, he can barely climb up on to it and changing gears is out of the question. If he succeeds, Marvin will be a hero. If he doesn't, then everyone is about to witness the biggest wipeout ever. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
18868 : Marvin Redpost: why pick on me by Sachar, Louis Everyone's laughing at Marvin Redpost. He's the grossest kid in school because he picks his nose. Well, that's the rumour the class bully, Clarence, has started and no-one argues with Clarence, not even Marvin's so-called best friends. Marvin must work out how to turn things around. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
774347 : Masters of disguise: Camoflauging creatures and magnificent mimics by Martin, Marc Cloaked in a riot of colour, pattern and texture are a dozen animals, from stick and leaf insects found in Australia, to Gaboon vipers that have all mastered the art of fading into the background. Clever and beautiful hide and seek spreads that put the readers new knowledge to the test. The secrets of animal camouflage. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
4546 : Max and the won't go to bed show by Sperring, Max & Warburton, Sarah (ill) Roll up, roll up, for Max the magnificent and his famous show: putting off bedtime for as long as possible. Cheer as he makes a cookie disappear, gasp as he asks for ten bedtime stories. 3-4 booklist |
|
825499 : MerTales: The best friend promise by TImmis, Rebecca Pearl is planning a sea-sational party for her birthday, but a chance encounter with a shooting star changes everything. All of a sudden Pearl can do something she never thought possible. Pearl's new powers could be a curse or a blessing. 3-4 booklist |
|
895555 : Milly and the mulberry tree by Conley, Vikki & Hudson, Deb (ill) Milly's mulberry tree is the centre of her world. He loves the magic and joy it provides her every year as she grows up. When her adult life takes her far away she still dreams of her tree and it inspires her every day. 3-4 booklist |
|
6331 : Miniwings: Comet's cross-country crime by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sophia is determined that she and Clara will have a glorious victory in the school cross country. When the big day arrives and the race favourite's magic shoes go missing, it comes as a big surprise to Sophia when they turn up in her bag! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
4347 : Miniwings: Glitterwing's book week blunder by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sshh... NOT for parents! You can keep a SECRET, right? Clara and I have a herd of tiny, talking, glitter-twinkly, flying horses - and they're REAL! It's true. Those naughty Miniwings get us into so much TROUBLE. Who would have thought Book Week could end up such a magical MESS! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
654400 : Miniwings: Moonlight the Unicorn's high tea hiccup by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sshh... NOT for parents! You can keep a SECRET, right? Clara and I have a herd of tiny, talking, oopsie-whoopsie, flying horses - and they're REAL! It's true. Those naughty Miniwings get us into so much TROUBLE, especially that RAZZLY-DAZZLY UNICORN, Moonlight! 3-4 booklist |
|
24935 : Miniwings: Oceana's kitty catastrophe by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sshh... NOT for parents! You can keep a SECRET, right? Clara and I have a herd of tiny, talking, splishy-splashy, flying horses and they're REAL! It's true. Those naughty Miniwings get us into so much TROUBLE. Who would have thought a weekend at Nana's could lead to a complete KITTY CATASTROPHE! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
4351 : Miniwings: Whizz's internet oopsie by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sshh... NOT for parents! You can keep a SECRET, right? Clara and I have a herd of tiny, talking, whizzie-whooshy, flying horses and they're REAL! Its true. Those naughty Miniwings get us into so much TROUBLE. Who would have thought a computer game could lead to such classroom CHAOS! Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1066726 : Mitchell Itches: An eczema story by Kelly, Kristin & Jones, Amelina 'Have you ever had an itch? Imagine having a never-ending itch? Mitchell was born with eczema, a skin condition which causes him to itch all the time. There are some things that make it worse and some things that help. Things that don't help are friends at school calling him names or not wanting to be near him in case they 'catch' it. But Mitchell is strong, courageous, determined and with the help of his parents can educate his friends, so they can understand that eczema doesn't make Mitchell who he is. Do you want to learn more? Check out this story and be prepared to be amazed. 3-4 booklist |
|
774463 : Mo and Crow by Kasch, Jo & Bentley, Jonathan (ill) Mo is content. He has a house and a wall to protect him. When persistent Crow arrives and breaks down Mo's wall, he is awakened to the world beyond the wall. A tale of the power of friendship. 3-4 booklist |
|
923399 : Month that makes the year, The by Zahri, Inda Ahmad This is the first time that Deenie will fast for Ramada. She shares the reasons why her family and other Muslims fast during this time and shares the joy and warmth of the special occasion. 3-4 booklist |
|
1099 : Mr Birdsnest and the house next door by Donaldson, Julia & Shaw, Hannah (ill) Elmo and his sister love to play in the jungle house next door until mean Mr Birdsnest moves in and the garden is out of bounds. But when Granny goes missing, the children decide to go to the rescue even if it means going into Mr Birdsnest's house. 3-4 booklist |
|
660047 : Mr Chicken all over Australia by Hobbs, Leigh Australia is big, but so is Mr Chicken. He can't wait to go everywhere, see everything and meet everyone. Luckily, a helpful marsupial from Tourist Information helps Mr Chicken organise his hectic itinerary. This book is dedicated to the many children, teachers and librarians Leigh Hobbs met as the 2016-2017 Australian Children's Laureate. Collect all of Mr Chicken's adventures: Mr Chicken Goes to Paris, Mr Chicken Lands on London and Mr Chicken Arriva a Roma. 3-4 booklist |
|
10815 : Mr Chicken arriva a Roma by Hobbs, Leigh Mr Chicken's taste for travel is insatiable. Now, it's time to visit Rome, a city of ancient wonders, Vespa motorcycles and delicious things to eat. K-2 booklist |
|
44090 : Mr Chicken goes to Paris by Hobbs, Leigh Mr Chicken flies to Paris to see his friend, Yvette. He visits all the tourist attractions such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, and he loves the French food. When it comes time to fly home, Mr Chicken finds he has a big problem. 3-4 booklist |
|
6522 : Mr Chicken lands on London by Hobbs, Leigh London is Mr Chicken's favourite city in the whole world and he can't wait to see all the sights. He's a chicken with style so, naturally, he stays at the Savoy. After a full English breakfast, his first stop is Buckingham Palace to visit his special friend, the Queen. And on he goes, visiting all the famous places. Mr Chicken can certainly keep up a hectic pace. K-2 booklist |
|
11430 : Mr Eight by Eastaugh, Sharyn & Gordon, Gus (ill) Henry is in the pet shop to get himself a new pet but he doesn't want anything ordinary, like a kitten or a puppy. To his mum's dismay, he chooses Mr Eight, a giant octopus, who is more than the usual handful. And, he has a troubled past. 3-4 booklist |
|
21915 : Mr Penguin and the lost treasure by Smith, Alex T He has a dashing hat, a packed lunch of fish finger sandwiches and is very keen for adventure. Mr Penguin has opened his own business as Professional Adventurer. The phone rings! Boudicca Bones, owner of the Museum of Extraordinary Objects, urgently requires Mr Penguin's help in finding a long lost treasure hidden somewhere in the museum. With the help of his trusty spider friend, Colin, Mr Penguin springs into action. What follows is a hilarious adventure as they unravel the clues of great- great- great- grandfather's treasure map through the halls of the tumbled down museum. In their quest to find the lost treasure they stumble upon secret tunnels, hidden rainforests and the discovery that not everything or everyone seems to be what they appear to be! Mr Penguin learns that being a Professional Adventurer is exciting but can it also be dangerous! 3-4 booklist |
|
41509 : Mudpuddle Farm: Pigs might fly by Morpurgo, Michael Mudpuddle Farm is made up of many animals, each with their own personality. In the first of two stories, we meet Pintsize, a feisty and adventurous pig, who overhears his owner utter the words, and pigs might fly. Pintsize decides that he will take on this challenge to fly with hilarious results. The second story focuses on Jigger the sheep dog whose one day off is spent planning how to get to the small creatures hiding in the 'about to be mown' corn field, and how, somehow, they manage to outsmart him each year. 3-4 booklist |
|
21341 : Mum Shirl by Lau, Karen The story of Mum Shirl, an Australian Indigenous woman, who unselfishly helped Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people. Includes great photographs, newspaper clippings and a biography. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019871 : Murray and Bun: Murray the viking by Stower, Adam Meet your favourite new duo: MURRAY AND BUN! Murray is a cat. Murray loves snoozing, fluffy blankets, and peace and quiet. Bun is a bun. Bun loves everything! And together they are unstoppable! Sometimes Murray's enchanted cat flap leads to the garden - but mostly it leads to ADVENTURE! And when Murray and Bun travel through the cat flap and find themselves in a land of vikings, they are given a very important mission: to travel to Troll Island and rescue Eggrik the Viking - if he hasn't already been gobbled up by the trolls, that is. 3-4 booklist |
|
628169 : My book (not yours) by Sanders, Ben Lento is so excited you are reading his book. He has a big story to tell you. First, though, he needs a little nap. But if you snooze, you lose. Enter Fox, stage right, to steal the show. 3-4 booklist |
|
60633 : My community is La Perouse by Galleguillos, Sharon Bradley takes us on a tour of his home suburb, La Perouse. Includes great photos, maps and extra information about the local history and places of interest. 3-4 booklist |
|
92940 : My daddy snores by Rothstein, Nancy H & Gilpin, Stephen (ill) When daddy snores, walls rumble and things tumble and poor mum has to try to find another comfortable place to sleep. The hamster doesn't like the noise and certainly doesn't want to share his bed with mum. There must be a cure. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
6337 : My first computer coding book by Dickins, Rosie & Nielsen, Shaw (ill) This easy to use guide to computers and how they work will have you quickly coding in Scratch jr - a free downloadable app. Step-by-step instructions are easy to follow. There are 7 detailed projects, from simple coding to building a game. Beginner coders will love this book. 3-4 booklist |
|
660389 : My folks grew up in the 80's by Feiner, Beck & Robin Welcome to the 1980s -- a time when crimped hair and perms were cool, kids listened to cassette tapes, thought dancing on your head was the ultimate, and synth-pop ruled the school. My Folks Grew Up in the '80s is a stroll down memory lane for the kidz who grew up then, and a hilarious chance to share the decade's downright weirdness with a whole new generation. 3-4 booklist |
|
1124956 : Nerd herd, The by Luff, Nathan and Kennett, Chris (ill) Barny the lamb and his two friends Shaama and Billy are sick and tired of being picked on at the petting farm where they live. They decide to form a gang - THE NERD HERD. But how will they ever show the other animals how brave they are, when they are faced with a gigantic cat, vicious dog, a raging bull and a fox that is outsmarting everyone and stealing all the chooks? Read the first instalment of this hilarious series to venture into the world of punny wisecracks, sheepishly great friends, wooly adventures and baaaarmy ideas, all in one book. 3-4 booklist |
|
903238 : Nice Garry: In a spin by Lyon, Nathan & Wagner, Michael & Williams, David (ill) Garry Keenan is the most exciting new cricketer to play for the Youngstown Under-16s in years. But can a talented ten-year-old off-spinner help his team take on the most feared XI in the competition? 3-4 booklist |
|
902920 : Ninja kid 10: Ninja heroes! by Do, Anh & Emdin, Anton (ill) Nelson and Kenny are rehearsing for the school play. But thanks to Grandma's new invention, they accidentally bring all the characters to life! Can they zap everyone back in their book before the whole town is overrun by a giant buzzing mosquito army?! 3-4 booklist |
|
1068897 : Ninja kid 11: Ninja artists! by Do, Anh & Emdin, Anton (ill) Nelson's class is having a cool art competition! But when Nelson and Kenny accidentally travel back in time, they find themselves battling mythical creatures instead of painting them! How on earth are our heroes going to get out of this one?! 3-4 booklist |
|
803706 : Noa and the little elephant by Foreman, Michael Noa loves to watch the elephants play in the water near his small village in East Africa. One day tragedy strikes and the baby is left all alone, his mother killed by poachers. When Noa and his village adopt the lonely orphan, a beautiful friendship is born. Until one stormy night when Noa may need his friend to save him too ... 3-4 booklist |
|
46455 : Norman does nothing by Storer, Jen & Joyner, Andrew (ill) Norman is a dignified garden gnome who is used to living in the same place and doing nothing all day. But, Norman's peaceful life suddenly gets turned upside down, with unexpected results. 3-4 booklist |
|
16367 : Norman Enormous by Hackett, Dave Norman Not-so-enormous wonders if two people can find true friendship when they are so different. He can think of all the reasons why their new relationship might fail but, when he gives it a go, he finds that he and Norman Enormous have heaps in common. Squished and squashed in his normal-sized home, Norman Enormous has longed to share his love of interpretive dance and black-and-white movies. 3-4 booklist |
|
31119 : Norton took something by Dickson, John Taking something his sister treasured was not 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. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1019835 : Not-so-Little Red Riding Hood by Rosen, Michael & Melling, David (ill) One day, Little Red Riding Hood's granny invited her for a picnic and a big surprise. Little Red Riding Hood thought, Granny? Surprise? I remember last time. A big bad wolf. What big eyes. What big ears. What big teeth. 3-4 booklist |
|
737782 : Odds, The by Stanton, Matt What would you do if you woke up in the morning to see ten comic characters from your imagination eyeballing you? When Kip wakes up to find ten odd characters staring angrily at her, she thinks she is dreaming, but soon realises they need to go back to their own worlds - comics, TV shows, games, books, even nightmares - but how? This funny graphic novel has fabulous illustrations and a heart warming story, as Kip learns to embrace who she is and face her fears. 3-4 booklist |
|
959202 : Odds, The: Power of being odd by Stanton, Matt In the third and final book of The Odds trilogy, Kip leads her father and all her odd imaginary friends to the world of the imaginatorium; a building where all her imaginary friends can stay forever, so can she if she doesn't want to go back to the real world. Inside there are strange new characters, secret doors and terrifying fears. Who holds the key to getting back out? Will Kip, her dad and her friends want to leave? What are the weird dots appearing everywhere? Going into this mysterious building was easy, but will leaving be just as easy? 3-4 booklist |
|
846144 : Odds, The: Run, Odds, run by Stanton, Matt Why is Kip being followed by a mysterious stranger? Kip, Dad and the Odds are on the run in this second book in The Odds series. Kip's power is her imagination - will it be enough to outwit the woman in black? Fast paced and easy to read, this funny graphic novel has fabulous illustrations and will leave you wanting more. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019732 : Officer clawsome: Lobster cop by Smith, Brian "Smitty" & Giarrusso, Chris (ill) Is there really a shark in Caper Cove? Who stole Kelpy's? And how did the thief steal an entire building? Officer Clawsome and Stariana are on the job - can they track down the culprit and bring them to justice, saving Kelpy's in the process?" 3-4 booklist |
|
1238365 : Ogg by Fryer, HP Merlin was a marvellous wizard but his little brother Ogg was not. Ogg couldn't make any of his spells work and most of them exploded or went up in flames. When a terrible troll is found under the bridge Merlin is tasked with removing it but without mistletoe he couldn't make his potion. So, Ogg decides to help but never imagines what happens next. A tale of bravery and kindness and a bit of magic too. 3-4 booklist |
|
620065 : Olivia's secret scribbles: Box car racers by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) I have so many super-amazing and IMPORTANT things to write about! I'll tell you all about them: It's Recycling Week at school!!! Matilda and I have made box cars. Our idea is so super-amazing that our whole class is going to make box cars so we can have a race!!! But why hasn't Bethany made a box car? And why is she acting so sad? Sounds like she might need my help. Matilda and Olivia to the rescue! 3-4 booklist |
|
794126 : Olivia's secret scribbles: Dragon catchers by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) I have SO many super-amazing and IMPORTANT things to write about! Ill tell you all about them: My family and I are going camping at Dragontail Creek!!! My BFF, Matilda, is also coming with us. But there are strange noises in the night. And we found some interesting tracks in the dirt!!! Could there be a dragon in our campsite??? One thing is for sure, its time for Matilda and I to go dragon catching! Olivia x 3-4 booklist |
|
862192 : Olivia's secret scribbles: Fairy cakes by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) I REALLY love making fairy gardens with my BFF, Matilda. And my class is decorating cakes for the Foodie Fun Fair! So I want my group to do a FAIRY cake with a HOUSE and a PLAYGROUND. But all my group does is argue... Somehow I have to convince everyone that my cake idea is the best! 3-4 booklist |
|
808546 : Olivia's secret scribbles: Unicorn parade by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) BOOK WEEK is coming up and I am going to make a super-amazing costume for the parade!!! But I have TOO MANY favourite books. How can I choose just one character to dress up as??? Also, a mystery author is coming to see the parade... I wonder who it is??? And everyone in my class is working on secret book week projects. I cant wait to dress up with all my friends! 3-4 booklist |
|
936876 : Our dreaming by Saunders, Kirli & Leffler, Dub (ill) Goodjagah, little one, walk with me... I want to tell you our Dreaming as the Elders told it to me. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
660802 : Owls of blossom wood, The: The birthday party by Coe, Catherine Eva, Kate and Alex are three best friends that share magical experiences. They find themselves in Blossom Wood. They are helping to throw Bobby the badger a surprise birthday party. But there's one big problem. Bobby is nowhere to be seen. Can the owls of Blossom Wood find the birthday badger? 3-4 booklist |
|
5328 : Patch from scratch, A by Forward, Megan Jesse and Lewis want to grow their own fruit and vegies, just like people do on a farm. They're going to dig and build, plant and grow, and when they're finished they're going to have a feast! Topics /
STEM /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
569202 : Pearl the magical unicorn by Odgers, Sally & Thomas, Adele K (ill) Meet Pearl. She is a magical unicorn. But Pearl doesn't quite know how to use her magic. With the help of her friends, Tweet and Olive, can Pearl believe in her magical self? And what happens when Pearl and her friends stumble upon three naughty, stinky gobble-uns!? 3-4 booklist |
|
1176759 : Penny draws a class trip by Shepard, Sara Our class trip to New York was to be my first time away from home except Grandma Mini's and Grandma Anne's. I have more worries of a competition between BJP Elementary and Amsterdam Academy for a new library, were they now the enemy? We had three workshops to work together but Riley is assuming a leadership role and not listening, maybe I could lead this group to win. Billy made is sound like worrying was a good thing. My buddy is Violet and we aren't friends any more why was she acting strange , how I can get her to feel like she can talk about it? On the last day of our trip, the Winner is! 3-4 booklist |
|
1176746 : Penny draws a secret adventure by Shepard, Sara Dear Cosmo, I have a cereal box project, What Makes You YOU? Me I'm a worrywart with some peculiar slants on life, like Riley stealing Violet my best friend from me and I haven't let it go. Maybe friendships can be mended. Rocco, Kristian, Petra, Maria, Chloe and me Penny are on a new adventure looking for treasure with a map I found in the attic. Having to sneak to the witch's house on Mulberry Street to get the next clue was worrying me as much as being in a new house and having new twins that scream a lot. Perhaps a pep talk or contacting my Feelings Teacher will sort things, and we have a babysitter teenager Grace. Dear Cosmo, my friends are so excited to start Mission Lockbox. 3-4 booklist |
|
660667 : Pests by Stamp, Emer Stix is the mouse who lives behind the washing machine of Flat 3 Peewit Mansions with his strict Grandma. He never gets into trouble and must NEVER let the humans know he is there. Then one day, he discovers PESTS- a school in the basement full of other creatures, just like Stix. Except, these creatures do not play by Grandma's rules...and they are about to teach Stix how to make a REAL pest of himself. What could go wrong? 3-4 booklist |
|
846254 : Piano fingers by Magerl, Caroline Bea came from a big musical family who made all sorts of noisy noises, and she just couldn't wait for her own special music to start. 3-4 booklist |
|
3350 : Pigs might fly by Rodda, Emily & Young, Noela (ill) Young Rachel, sick and bored in bed, just wishes something interesting would happen for a change. Yeah, pigs might fly... or do they? When she mysteriously finds herself transported to a place where pigs really do fly, she needs to work out how to get back home to her family. 3-4 booklist |
|
26079 : Pocket dogs go on holiday, The by Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill) Biff and Buff have always loved being Mr Pockets' very own pocket dogs. When Mr Pockets takes them on a holiday by the sea, they love travelling in his pockets. But, when he takes his coat off to play on the beach, something dreadful happens and the coat disappears. 3-4 booklist |
|
37476 : Pocket dogs, The by Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill) Biff and Buff, Mr Pockets' dogs, are so tiny they fit into his pockets and that is how they travel to the park and to the shops. One day a hole appears in the right pocket. It keeps getting bigger and bigger until there is sure to be a disaster. 3-4 booklist |
|
647166 : Polonius the pit pony by O'Neill, Richard & Parker Thomas, Feronia (ill) When Polonius the pit pony escapes from the coal mine he's worked in all his life, he joins a family of Travellers. Although he enjoys the freedom and the fresh air that their lifestyle offers, he wishes he could give something back to the family in return.When the chance arrives for him to do something to help, he rises to the challenge! 3-4 booklist |
|
1019814 : Popo the emperor penguin by Jatwani, Beverly & Hale, Annabelle An enchanting story about a boy and an emperor penguin. When a big ball of snow separates Seb from the rest of the group, he doesn't know what to do. A special encounter with Popo the penguin will forever change Seb's understanding of gratitude. 3-4 booklist |
|
19183 : Poppa platoon in Operation Dessert Storm, The by Katz, Danny and Vane, Mitch (ill) 'If you have ever entered the battlefield of the all-you-can-eat buffet, you will understand how strong Poppa and Abbie will need to stay if they are to eat as much as they can and still save room for dessert. Hopefully all of their preparation and planning will be enough to oppose the hideous door witch, the other diners, and Wibbly the Wizard on this dangerous mission for The Poppa Platoon. 3-4 booklist |
|
620004 : Poppa Platoon in saving Private Rabbit, The by Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill) 'The Poppa Platoon are on their most terrifying mission yet. They must get through the battle zone of the shopping centre to make it to Abbie's Fluffy Furry Fuzzy Friendship-Bear Birthday Party. On an assignment fraught with danger, Abbie and Poppa's recruits will need to use all of their training and wits to successfully complete the mission without losing a comrade. 3-4 booklist |
|
924588 : Pow Pow Pig: Loch Ness Adventure by Do, Anh & Cheong, Peter (ill) Hello, it's me - Pow Pow Pig! Me and the Z team are on a mission to save the world! But first we need to rescue the Loch Ness Monster. It's a good thing Ninja Kid and his buddy H-Dude have turned up to help! 3-4 booklist |
|
886462 : Pow pow pig: On the high seas by Do, Anh & Cheong, Peter (ill) Ahoy, me hearties! It's Pow Pow Pig. Me and the Z team are on a mission. We're trying to the save the world! But somehow we've ended up on the high seas instead... It's going take a swashbuckling effort to get out of this mess! 3-4 booklist |
|
1013570 : Pow Pow Pig: Snow Action by Do, Anh & Cheong, Peter (ill) Hello, it's Pow Pow Pig! Me and the Z team are on a mission. We're trying to save the world! But somehow we've ended up at the North Pole instead. It's going to take a jolly big effort to get us out of this mess! 3-4 booklist |
|
787845 : Prince of the elves by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily survived the chaos of the Guardian Academy but Max Griffin has stolen the Mother Stone. With it, the Elf King forges new Amulets that will give him the power to invade and destroy the nation of Windsor. Emily and her friends lead the soldiers of the Cielis Guard in a fight to stop him but Max stands in their way. Emily seeks information from the Voice of her Amulet - but instead she discovers the Voice is much more sinister than she ever could have imagined. Topics /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Graphic novels /
5-6 booklist
|
|
660600 : Princess in black and the bathtime battle, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Something smells like trouble! Can five princess heroes and one Goat Avenger pool their talents to vanquish a monstrous stink? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
613487 : Princess in black and the hungry bunny horde, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Princess Magnolia and her unicorn, Frimplepants, are on their way to have brunch with Princess Sneezewort, an occasion Frimplepants enjoys more than anything in the world. But just when he can smell the freshly baked bread and the heaping platters of sugar-dusted doughnuts, Princess Magnolia's glitter-stone ring rings. The monster alarm! After a quick change in the secret cave, Princess Magnolia and Frimplepants are transformed into the Princess in Black and her faithful pony, Blacky. But when they get to the goat pasture, all they can see is a field full of darling little bunnies nibbling on grass, twitching their velvet noses, and wiggling their fluffy tails. Where are the monsters? Are these bunnies as innocent as they appear? 3-4 booklist |
|
588531 : Princess in black and the mysterious playdate, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Princess Magnolia and Princess Sneezewort have plans . . . mysterious plans, like a princess playdate! They dress-up slam! They karaoke jam! But then a shout from outside Princess Sneezewort's castle interrupts their fun. It's a monster! This is a job for the Princess in Black. Yet when the Princess in Black gets there, she finds only a masked stranger and no monster in sight. But all is not as it seems! 3-4 booklist |
|
12487 : Princess in black and the perfect princess party, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Today is Princess Magnolia's birthday party, and she wants everything to be perfect. But just as her guests are arriving... Brring! Brring! The monster alarm! Princess Magnolia runs to the broom closet, ditches her frilly clothes, and becomes the Princess in Black! She rushes to the goat pasture, defeats the monster, and returns to the castle before her guests discover her secret. But every time Princess Magnolia is about to open her presents, the monster alarm rings again. And every time she rushes back, it gets harder to keep the other princesses from getting suspicious. Don't those monsters understand that now is not a good time for an attack? 3-4 booklist |
|
581500 : Princess in black and the science fair scare, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, Leuyen (ill) An excited and nervous Princess Magnolia in entering the Interkingdom Science Fair to present her poster about seeds and plants. She discovers that her friends Princess Honeysuckle, Princess Sneezewort and Tommy Wigtower are there too. Princess Honeysuckle has entered a mole habitat, Princess Sneezewort has made a blanket fort and Tommy Wigtower has a talking volcano that says "EAAAT!" but could a volcanic goo monster ruin the science fair? When it's time for Princess Magnolia to become the Princess in Black the Princess in Blankets comes to help out too. Will two masked heroes be enough to defeat the goo monster? 3-4 booklist |
|
618937 : Princess in black, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Who says princesses don't wear black? When trouble raises its blue monster head, Princess Magnolia ditches her flouncy dresses and becomes the Princess in Black! Princess Magnolia is having hot chocolate and scones with Duchess Wigtower when . . . Brring! Brring! The monster alarm! A big blue monster is threatening the goats! Stopping monsters is no job for dainty Princess Magnolia. But luckily Princess Magnolia has a secret - she's also the Princess in Black, and stopping monsters is the perfect job for her! Can the princess sneak away, transform into her alter ego, and defeat the monster before the nosy duchess discovers her secret? 3-4 booklist |
|
20364 : Prudence wants a pet by Daly, Cathleen & King, Stephen Michael Prudence really wants a pet. Branch, Twig and Formal Footware just aren't fit to be pets, neither is her brother. 3-4 booklist |
|
636940 : Puppy diary: The great toy rescue by Poshoglian, Yvette & Judd, Phil (ill) Archie is off to doggy daycare for the first time. He soon notices that Foxy, his favourite toy is missing and in fact all his new friends have lost their toys as well. Together they need to figure this mystery out and get their toys back. 3-4 booklist |
|
660707 : Puppy diary: The pupstars by Poshoglian, Yvette & Judd, Phil (ill) Archie, the Schnoodle puppy writes about his pawsome adventures in his puppy diary. Archie and his friends can't believe it. The world's most famous pup is coming to film an dog food ad at doggy daycare. But what happens when there's a disaster on set? Will Archie and his pals get the chance to be pupstars? 3-4 booklist |
|
992296 : Quest for the galleon of time, The by Hunter, Tanya Eleven year old Tobias is sent to be cabin boy on a galleon in 1738, and his adventures include ruthless pirates, shipwrecks and a time traveling ghost ship. Tobias and his new friends face mounting danger when they discover hidden truth about three seafaring brothers - one good, one evil, and one dead! 3-4 booklist |
|
5301 : Rat in a stripy sock, A by Watts, Frances & Francis, David (ill) Rat finds happiness in an unexpected place and explores how he can share it with his friends. 3-4 booklist |
|
628963 : Real pigeons: Eat danger by McDonald, Andrew & Wood, Ben (ill) Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It's because they're out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts! The REAL PIGEONS aren't just an awesome squad of crime fighters who protect the city. They're also REAL FRIENDS. But with a deranged ostrich on the loose, a secret warehouse full of bottled birds and power-hungry ibis to deal with, can their friendship survive? 3-4 booklist |
|
886457 : Rita's revenge by Tanner, Lian & Orsini, Cheryl (ill) The ducks of Little Dismal are angry. A scruffy chicken called Clara has been telling lies about them. They need revenge. Enter Rita, a duck with a talent for poetry. After an embarrassing talent night, she sees revenge on Clara as a chance to restore her reputation. But Rita finds more than revenge. She uncovers a dastardly plan to chook nap Clara that will take them a long way from home. Warning this book includes mockery, rude songs, piracy, warfare and thuggery. 3-4 booklist |
|
903309 : Robodog by Walliams, David & Stower, Adam (ill) Dogs make the perfect partners for police. Some breeds can wrestle robbers to the ground. Some can follow the scent of criminals on the run. Some can bark at baddies. But what if one dog could do these things and more? It would be the greatest police dog of all time. Meet Robodog. 3-4 booklist |
|
784567 : Rock from the sky, The by Klassen, Jon Turtle really likes standing in his favorite spot. He likes it so much that he asks his friend Armadillo to come over and stand in it, too. But now that Armadillo is standing in that spot, he has a bad feeling about it . . . 3-4 booklist |
|
751007 : Rocky Lobstar: Time travel tangle by McManus, Rove Rocky Lobstar and his best mate, Goober, accidentally break Mr Felidi's prized antique tea set. But as luck would have it, a visiting professor has brought her time machine to Felidi's Fabulous Sideshow Carnival. Can Rocky and Goober turn back time and fix the tea set? Or will they cause an epic time travel catastrophe? 3-4 booklist |
|
1812 : Rory rides by Dubosarsky, Ursula & White, Annie (ill) Rory's bike has big yellow wheels, a bell ... and training wheels. Can he learn to ride without them. 3-4 booklist |
|
76818 : Rosie and Ned and the creepy cave by Costain, Meredith & Burke, Tina (ill) Rosie would love to find a red feather from one of the red-capped robins that live along Ghost Gum Creek. Ned isn't so sure that's a good idea because that's where Witchy Nell lives. Just as Rosie finds her red feather, disaster strikes and it's up to Ned to save them. 3-4 booklist |
|
10173 : Sam and Albert go to sea by Elliott, Louise Sam wants to go to sea again but Albert is reluctant. Every day he comes up with a different excuse. The funny thing is Sam is a cat and Albert is the sailor. Perhaps there is a reason why Albert is not so keen. 3-4 booklist |
|
870598 : Sam Kerr kicking goals: Sports day by Kerr, Sam & Harris, Fiona & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Soccer tragic Sam is devastated when her school's annual Sports Day rolls around and she discovers soccer isn't on the planned list of activities. Taking the matter into her own hands with the help of her friends Indi and Dylan, she petitions her classmates to create the first ever soccer team in the history of her school. Will Sam's mission to add her beloved game to the program be a success, or will Chelsea and Mr Morton stir up trouble and ruin everything? 3-4 booklist |
|
1219592 : Sapphire and the monster hunters by Stuart, Scott Sapphire Sparks wants to prove she's a brave and clever Monster Hunter. There's just one teeeeny problem ... she's not very good at it! Can Sapphire finally catch an evil, scary monster? And how will she work out who are really the bad guys? 3-4 booklist |
|
2243 : Sarah's heavy heart by Carnavas, Peter Sarah knows that her heart will always be hers to carry. She just wishes it wasn't quite so heavy. 3-4 booklist |
|
846229 : Scissorella: The paper princess by Welsh, Clare Helen & Barrett, Laura (ill) Lotte doesn't believe in happy endings. She lives with her horrible, bossy sisters and her only friends are the exquisite cut-out paper puppets she makes by the light of the moon. But when an invitation to the Palace Spring Ball arrives on their doorstep, Lotte sees her chance to change her life forever... Cinderella with a difference where forceful individuality and talent create happy endings not fairy tale magic. 3-4 booklist |
|
660815 : Scribbly gum secrets by Patterson, Dannika & Forward, Megan (ill) Who drew on those tree trunks? Charlie asked Max. They'll be in big trouble if Mummy sees that! Join four children on a walk through the bush as they make all sorts of wild discoveries. 3-4 booklist |
|
642938 : Searching for cicadas by Gibbes, Lesley & Watson, Judy (ill) In the summertime, Grandpa and I go cicada-watching. We put our camping gear into my wagon and walk down to the local reserve. Last year we saw five Green Grocers, three Yellow Mondays and one Floury Baker. Can we find the rare Black Prince this year? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
977579 : Secret science society in space, The by Hoopmann, Kathy & Montano, Josie & Finn, Ann-Marie (ill) Four unique science nuts need to come up with a prize-winning experiment for the Science Expo. They are over the moon with their brilliant idea inspired by their Planetarium excursion. But, will Zane's mystery modification to their dog-in-space rocket make their entry an astronomical disaster? 3-4 booklist |
|
660541 : Secret Science Society's spectacular experiment, The by Hoopmann, Kathy & Montano, Josie & Finn, Ann-Marie (ill) Mona likes to moan. Kiki is a worry-wart. Bart loves following rules. And Zane HATES following rules. When the four of them are put into The Secret Science Society together, this could only mean one thing: DISASTER! Will they be able to work together to create an experiment that Mona won't moan about, Kiki knows is safe, Bart will think is perfect and that is really, REALLY exciting for Zane? 3-4 booklist |
|
649021 : Shearing time by Marlow Paterson, Allison and McGrath, Shane (ill) Sunrise to sunset there are sheep with attitude, a shed of shearers, dogs with personality, motorbikes and a country kitchen to open the door on the life of a country kid. 3-4 booklist |
|
596777 : Sherlock Bones and the natural history mystery by Treml, Renee Sherlock Bones is the world's greatest detective and needs to journey through the Museum of Natural History to uncover the case of the missing blue diamond. Along the way, Sherlock Bones will encounter a chocolate-crazed raccoon, a stuffed parrot and a range of other memorable characters. Can Sherlock Bones uncover the mystery and save the day before it's too late? 3-4 booklist |
|
1124886 : Shower land: Break the curse by Amoore, Nat & Hart, James (ill) Felix is a 10 year old boy and finds his everyday life boring. He is fed up with his annoying younger brother, and his Dad is always yelling at him. He wishes he could get away from it all... When Felix jumps into the shower one morning when getting ready for school, something very amazing, astonishing and mind blowing happens. Imagine opening your eyes and finding yourself in a strange land, between two armies yelling, chickens flapping and you're wearing NO clothes. Will Felix escape the farmers pitchforks? Will he find some pants to wear? Will he ever find a way to get back home? A humourous younger reader novel filled with curses, dragons and smelly town fairs. Kids who like a not-so-serious read are going to adore this new series: Shower Land. Big text and brilliant pictures make it easy to navigate, and it is one I think reluctant readers will gravitate towards." 3-4 booklist |
|
1019745 : Sky dragon: Firestorm by Do, Anh Amber finally finds her brother Reggie but will they be able to be a happy family? Or will Agent Ferris come in between them? 5-6 booklist |
|
20912 : Slightly annoying elephant, The by Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill) Sam visits the zoo and fills in some papers to adopt an elephant. He never thought one would turn up on his doorstep. 3-4 booklist |
|
804785 : Small in the city by Smith, Sydney Being small can be overwhelming in a city. People don't see you. The loud sounds of the sirens and cyclists can be scary. And the streets are so busy it can make your brain feel like there's too much stuff in it. But if you know where to find good hiding places, warm dryer vents that blow out hot steam that smells like summer, music to listen to or friends to say hi to, there can be comfort in the city, too. We follow our little protagonist, who knows all about what it's like to be small in the city, as he gives his best advice for surviving there. As we turn the pages, Sydney Smith's masterful storytelling allows us to glimpse exactly who this advice is for, leading us to a powerful, heart-rending realization... 3-4 booklist |
|
743976 : Small Town by Gwynne, Phillip & Flowers, Tony (ill) Milly loves her small town with its friends and family and basketball and fun. Like a lot of small towns, people keep leaving and soon there are not even enough players for a basketball team. In school, Milly learns about refugees who need a place to live. It only makes sense that her town can be that new home, but how does one create an invitation like that? 3-4 booklist |
|
902604 : Smart cookie, The by John, Jory & Oswald, Pete (ill) This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how hard she tries, especially in comparison to all the clever cupcakes and brilliant rolls in the bakery. Will a dash of creativity and a sprinkle of confidence be enough to help her learn that perfect scores and having all the answers aren't the only ingredients for intelligence 3-4 booklist |
|
1080654 : Smarty pup #4: Talent quest by Do, Anh & Emdin, Anton (ill) Timmy and Carla want to buy dad a good present for his birthday, but they don't have enough money until Miss Ann announces that next week the school will be holding a Talent Quest with a cash prize. JJ and Carla enter as a duet in the singing category. Problem is that JJ cannot sing and at the Talent Quest things don't go as planned until a final surprise they couldn't believe and dad had the best birthday ever. 3-4 booklist |
|
1103 : Snake who came to stay, The by Donaldson, Julia & Shaw, Hannah (ill) Mum has no peace when Holly opens her holiday home for pets. Guinea pigs, birds and Doris the snake take over the house. Then Doris goes missing. 3-4 booklist |
|
1277798 : Something terrible: Becky Brush-your-hair by Barton, Sally & Nielsen, Christopher (ill) One morning, just as Becky was leaving for school, her mum called, 'Becky! Brush your hair. Something terrible could happen!' This is the story of the SOMETHING TERRIBLE that did. 3-4 booklist |
|
1277813 : Something terrible: Tim Tie-your-shoelaces by Barton, Sally & Nielsen, Christopher (ill) One morning, just as Tim is leaving for school, his mum and dad call after him, "Tim! Tie your shoelaces. Something terrible could happen!" This is the story of the SOMETHING TERRIBLE that did. 3-4 booklist |
|
803535 : SOS save our seas by K Bhandary, Isa & K Bhandary, Aanya The once glorious reef is now faded and dying due to pollution and global warming. Lu is determined to save her home. With the help of Captain J and Jason the octopus, the reef comes up with a plan....but will it work? This is an inspiring story about how each of us, no matter how small we may be, can do great things if we work together. 3-4 booklist |
|
1078523 : SOS: Heatwave by Stelzer, Cameron When SOS is struck by a heatwave, the students decide to cool off with ice creams and a swim at the beach. But in the rush to escape the school, Samuel So 'n' Slow is left behind. Can the sloth catch up to his friends before the temperature gets even hotter? 3-4 booklist |
|
1209825 : SOS: Muddy mystery by Stelzer, Cameron When Mischief's schoolbag disappears on a farm excursion, the detective dog goes searching for clues. Can he solve the mystery of the muddy footprints? And what priceless treasure is hidden in his bag? 3-4 booklist |
|
949674 : SOS: So cool by Stelzer, Cameron When a family of hamsters are shipwrecked, the Scallywags help by raising money with a costume parade. but every costume The Big Chipper tries to make is a disaster. How will the salty seagull feel when he discovers Deluchio's cool costume? 3-4 booklist |
|
1078532 : SOS: Tiny trouble by Stelzer, Cameron Will Horace's little lies lead to a whole lot of trouble? 3-4 booklist |
|
1078528 : SOS: Top shot by Stelzer, Cameron When Scorch turns up to the team tryouts for the Cannonball Cup, he never imagines he can make the team. But after he stops a runaway ball, he is the talk of the town. Will the fireball fox be the next top shot, and who will be left off the SOS team? 3-4 booklist |
|
874 : Spinifex mouse by MacDonald, Norma In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Cheeky, the spinifex hopping mouse, lives up to his name by taunting a hungry snake. But, he is soon swept up into a risky adventure. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
33300 : Sporty kids: Basketball by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Time was running out. Jessica looked up at the ring. With an almighty toss, she took a shot at the basket. Everyone held their breath. Find out why Jessica, a basketball all-star, needs lucky shoes. 3-4 booklist |
|
29881 : Sporty kids: Footy by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Joe marked the footy. He ran with it as fast as he could and handballed it to Angus. But, the umpire shouted that he'd dropped the ball. Joe is awesome at footy but he finds handballing really hard. 3-4 booklist |
|
31371 : Sporty kids: Handball by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Luca never loses at handball. But, when he is challenged by Vinnie Ping, the Handball King from Grade Six, Luca wonders if he really can win. 3-4 booklist |
|
7903 : Sporty kids: Netball by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Lizzie knows everything there is to know about netball. Her dream is to become a famous netball coach. Lizzie loves talking about netball but she doesn't know why her teammates don't want to listen to her. 3-4 booklist |
|
13674 : Sporty kids: Soccer by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) It was a killer kick, straight through the goals. Abby did a victory dance and skipped around Joe and Lizzie. Abby always wins at soccer but Pete won't join her team. 3-4 booklist |
|
13906 : Sporty kids: Swimming by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Ben dived. Jessica dived. Oliver dived. But, when Emma dived, it was the belly-whacker of all belly-whackers. Emma is a swimming superstar but she just can't dive. 3-4 booklist |
|
32391 : Sporty kids: Tennis by Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill) Stefan threw his arms in the air. He'd won. But, there was no one else to cheer him on. Stefan has winning racquet skills but he wonders if he'll ever get to play a real game of tennis. 3-4 booklist |
|
1969 : Standing in for Lincoln Green by Mackintosh, David Lincoln has a double, someone who looks just like him. While Lincoln does the more important things, like building the biggest tower, his trusty stand-in does the tidying, putting away and sorting out. 3-4 booklist |
|
846232 : Stellarphant by Foley, James Stella the elephant is fighting interstellar discrimination one pachyderm at a time! Stella wants to be an astronaut. There is only one problem: Stella is an elephant. Every time she applies to Space Command, they come up with a new reason she can't join. But where there's a will, there's a way and Stella is determined to reach for the stars. 3-4 booklist |
|
660796 : Stonekeeper's curse, The by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily and her brother Navin head for Kanalis, a beautiful and mysterious city of waterfalls, where they hope to find the antidote for the poison that felled their mother. That cure lies in the eggs of a giant serpent atop Demon's Head Mountain, but the kids' archenemy, Trellis, is headed for the peak, too. A battle that will engulf all of Kanalis is looming. It's up to Em to triumph over evil while controlling the amulet's power . . . without losing herself! 5-6 booklist |
|
1244430 : Sunny & shadow by Milroy, Helen Calla and her family had a special gift of speaking dingo language and to protect the dingo homeland. Now changes and different ways have threatened the balance. Will a cheeky dingo pup be able to restore it? 3-4 booklist |
|
822476 : Supernova by Kibuishi, Kazu Emily has lost control of her Amulet and is imprisoned in the Void, where she must find a way to escape the influence of the Voice. Meanwhile, Emily's brother, Navin, travels to Lighthouse One, a space station where the Resistance is preparing to battle the approaching Shadow forces that would drain planet Alledia of all its resources. Emily and Navin must be smarter and stronger than ever to ensure Alledia's survival. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 6 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Year 5 easy reads /
Graphic novels /
5-6 booklist
|
|
855851 : Surviving the wild: Rainbow the koala by Lai, Remy Rainbow the koala learns all he can from his mum and must go into the bush to learn his own lessons. The bush is full of dangers and challenges for a young koala, but as a huge fire approaches, all the animals must do what they can to survive. 3-4 booklist |
|
855854 : Surviving the wild: Star the elephant by Lai, Remy Star the elephant and her herd are having a hard time finding food to eat on their small island. When Star is separated from her aunt and mum, she must remember the good advice given to her and hope she can stay safe and find her herd. 3-4 booklist |
|
5422 : Susie K files: Game changer by Flint, Shamini & Heinrich, Sally (ill) Suzie K Files the Game Changer continues Suzie's challenge of keeping her mother happy. This time her mother wants her to be a champion at the school sports day. Suzie is more of a bookish type, preferring her studies of science. Using problems solving steps Suzie sets to be as useful as possible to her team. 3-4 booklist |
|
5421 : Susie K files: Life of the party by Flint, Shamini & Heinrich, Sally (ill) Susie's mother had come from Sri Lanka and didn't have many of the opportunities Susie has in Australia. She really wants her daughter to be one of the crowd and that includes being invited to class parties. Susie isn't worried, she is happy with the fish, George, and her science work. However she also wants to please her mother so...being a problem solver she sets out to work out how to get an invitation to the most popular girl in school's birthday party! 3-4 booklist |
|
871680 : Take a breath by Rim, Sujean Every morning, the birds are flapping with excitement for their first flight of the day...except for Bob. Bob doesn't get the whole flying thing; when the other baby birds go up, up, up, he goes down, down, down. Bob can't help worrying - what if he never learns how to fly? His friend Crow tells him, 'All you need to do is breathe, Bob.' Of course, Bob breathes all the time, but there's breathing and then there's B-R-E-A-T-H-I-N-G. And it might just be the thing to calm Bob's ruffled feathers. 3-4 booklist |
|
774450 : Tale of the whale, The by Swann, Karen & Padmacandra (ill) "Where land becomes sky and the sky becomes sea, I first saw the whale and the whale first saw me" So begins a lyrical journey that brings wonder, discovery and friendship, but also an uncomfortable realisation: plastic pollution and carelessness are destroying the ocean and the creatures who call it home. Can we work together to change the future of the sea? 3-4 booklist |
|
886464 : Tangki tjuta - Donkeys by Tjanpi Desert Weavers Fresh, funny and highly original, Tangki Tjuta - Donkeys is an endearing dual language story about how donkeys came to be a rich part of life for one Aboriginal community. Told in Pitjantjatjara and English. Donkeys are malpa wiru, valuable friends and helpers in the families and desert community of Pukatja (Ernabella) in the APY Lands of northern South Australia. People set off on their donkeys for picnics and longer journeys, always returning home safely. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
846188 : There's a ghost in this house by Jeffers, Oliver A young girl lives in a haunted house, but she has never seen a ghost. Are they white with holes for eyes? Are they hard to see? Step inside and help the girl as she searches under the stairs, behind the sofa, and in the attic for the ghost. 3-4 booklist |
|
751037 : There's something weird about Lena by Cohen, Sigi & Foley, James (ill) There was a new girl called Lena, Who laughed like a wicked hyena. She was really extreme, Had a terrible scream. She really couldn't get any meaner! 3-4 booklist |
|
803488 : This is not a book! by Byrnes, Kellie & Aska (ill) This is not a book. There is no action, no main character, no plot... or is there. The main character explores story elements as they try to convince the reader that they are real and this is NOT a book. 3-4 booklist |
|
4858 : Tilly's treasure by Walker, Sue & Stewart, Chantal (ill) Hula hoops have replaced skipping ropes, mood rings were in last week. There's always a new trend at Tilly's school and her version is never quite good enough. Tilly wonders how she will keep up with these ever-changing trends. 3-4 booklist |
|
903394 : Timeless by Canby, Kelly Emit is surrounded by busyness. Mum and Dad are too busy to play games and brother and sister are busy doing nothing at all (on their phones! He tries everything to get more time and even tries to buy it. That is, until he learns the secret of time. 3-4 booklist |
|
8117 : Tiny Timmy: Living the dream by Cahill, Tim Tiny Timmy dreams of playing for Australia when he grows up. He'll have to work hard to make that happen but, now, he has a chance to be out on the field with his heroes at their big game. All he needs to do is win the soccer trick competition. 3-4 booklist |
|
1877 : Tiny Timmy: Makes the grade by Cahill, Tim Tiny Timmy's hard work has paid off. He's starring for his school team and now the rep coach is keen to recruit him. But, it's a big step up. The kids are faster and stronger, and the standard is much better than he's used to. Tim will have to keep training hard and, if he gets a chance, he'll need to take it. 3-4 booklist |
|
9702 : Tiny Timmy: Soccer superstar by Cahill, Tim When Tim tries out for his school team, he keeps getting pushed off the ball and doesn't make the side. The coach tells him he's just not big enough. Devastated, Tim tries some unconventional ways to make himself taller, with some not very successful but hilarious results. But, with continued hard practise, Tim begins to realise that, although he isn't as big and tall as the other kids, he can jump really high and has better shooting skills than some of them. He hopes it will be enough to eventually earn him a place on the team. 3-4 booklist |
|
616973 : Touch the moon by Cummings, Phil & Tulloch, Coral (ill) Neil stepped out of the module. He moved carefully down the small ladder. He reached the last step and stopped. Slowly, he placed his foot on the moon. 'That's one small step for man, one giant leap for Mankind.' It's a cold day in July and on a small television screen in Australia, a man is going to walk on the moon! At the same time, outside the window, another kind of miracle is unfolding. 3-4 booklist |
|
1238665 : Trashy tales: duck for cover by Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Ghosh, Ronojoy (ill) Benny's family live on top of a palm tree and love collecting food from the trash until one day the bin is empty! A slinky found in a dumpster and a friendly duck named Dee Dee involve Benny in a quest to get his favourite food , a box of hot chips, but not without competition. 3-4 booklist |
|
751134 : Tree, The by Base, Graeme This is the story of a cow, a duck and a very big tree.At first the cow and the duck are happy with their mooberries and mushquacks, living side-by-side without even noticing. But then a big storm came! Cow and Duck set out to protect their tree from one another and in doing so destroy everything they have.Can they live together and work together to rebuild, and can they learn to share? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
5585 : Two monsters by McKee, David Two monsters live on either side of a mountain. Sometimes, they talk through the hole in the mountain but they never see each other. One evening, they get into a silly argument about whether day is departing or night is arriving, and this escalates into a rock throwing fight, which eventually destroys the mountain. The monsters finally get to see each other, with surprising results. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1187079 : Two turtles by Thomas, Kiah & Minton, Jake A (ill) Frank and Terrence are known for their relentless rivalry. They compete in everything, from slow-walking races to shiniest-shell contests. But one fateful day, they take things too far, with no way out but to work together. Two Turtles is a hilarious and irreverent story that explores cooperation, communication and teamwork. The surprising ending will tickle readers and spark endless discussions about complex friendships and conflicting feelings - can you be fiercely competitive and still be a good teammate? 3-4 booklist |
|
65692 : Uluru by Park, Louise Beautiful photographs, maps and diagrams show you Uluru. Includes extra geographical and cultural information. 3-4 booklist |
|
6220 : Under the bodhi tree: A story of the Buddha by Hopkinson, Deborah & Whitman, Kailey (ill) Lyrical text and luminous illustrations tell the story of Prince Siddhartha - from his time as a boy in the palace, to journeying in the world where he sees pain and suffering, to his meditation and enlightenment. 3-4 booklist |
|
1209934 : Unicornia: A magical birthday by Punset, Ana & Vicedo, Diana (ill) Claudia, Sara and Pippa are excited about celebrating Pippa's birthday. But when Pippa faces a disappointing setback, can they cheer up their friend and get the magic back on track? 3-4 booklist |
|
1209951 : Unicornia: Learning to fly by Punset, Ana & Vicedo, Diana (ill) Claudia has just moved to Unicornia, a magical land where unicorns are real and adventures are magical. But can she conquer her fear of flying in time to pass her unicorn flying test? 3-4 booklist |
|
63617 : Urgency emergency: choking wolf by Archer, Dosh A wolf has something stuck in its throat, a little girl in a red coat can't find her grandma and Nurse Percy is run off his feet in this hilarious medical drama. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
45919 : Urgency emergency: injured spider by Archer, Dosh Miss Muffet finds a badly injured spider lying in a puddle of water, just beneath a waterspout. Nurse Percy and Doctor Glenda come to the rescue as they hold the spider's hands, all eight of them, and gently look after the cut. But, someone needs to look after Incy Wincy for the night because Miss Muffet is scared of spiders. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
29349 : Urgency emergency: little elephant's blocked trunk by Archer, Dosh An elephant has been playing with his toys and putting all of them away in the wrong place. Soon, his mother notices that something is not quite right with her little one's trunk. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
44061 : Urgency emergency: melting snowman by Archer, Dosh It was a quiet morning at City Hospital. Doctor Glenda and Nurse Percy were drinking a cup of tea when they heard that a snowman was in need of urgent help. He was just standing in the garden when his buttons started to fall off. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
48835 : Urgency emergency: Mrs Rabbit's bunnies by Archer, Dosh Mrs Rabbit is due to have her bunnies, lots of them, and she needs help. On her way to the hospital, Mrs Rabbit is knocked over by a little bear on a bike. The Pengamedics summon Doctor Glenda and Nurse Percy to assist. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
24343 : Urgency emergency: trapped beetle by Archer, Dosh When Doctor Glenda realises that the elephant is not the only one hearing things, she sets out to save a trapped beetle from a terrible fate. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1729 : Violet vanishes by Dubosarsky, Ursula & White, Annie (ill) Violet loves watching magic tricks. But when her mum takes her to see a magician, Violet becomes the star of the show. 3-4 booklist |
|
1209949 : Walking together by Vass, Coral & Leffler, Dub (ill) We leave base camp and start our trek across this vast country. We invite you to walk with us in a movement of the Australian people for a better future...' Extract from the Uluru Statement of the Heart. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
868546 : We are Australians by Smith, Duncan & Godwin, Nicole & Cadd, Jandamarra (il) For those born in Australia, it's easy to take citizenship and its responsibilities for granted. But there is much more to being an Australian citizen than having a passport and the right to vote. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
950249 : We are Matildas by Ware, Shelley (Geddes, Serena (ill) Jazzy dreams of being a football star and playing for the CommBank Matildas one day. She has a plan to get there . . . now all she needs is a team. This determined leader soon realises that being on the field with her friends is one of the best parts of the game. 3-4 booklist |
|
846237 : We go way back by Ben-Barak, Ian & Bunting, Philip (ill) What is life? How did it start? Long, long ago, no one knows exactly where or when, a tiny bubble formed that was a Little Bit Different. It was the first living cell. Everyone's ancestor. And so the story of life begins ... In this visually stunning and brilliantly devised picture book, Idan Ben-Barak and Philip Bunting lead us through the origin of life on our planet, and how an odd little bubble gave rise to the incredible web of life on Earth." 3-4 booklist |
|
1356342 : Weird and wild dinosaurs: Meet Bisticeratops by Harper, Benjamin & Lorenzo, Julio Francisco Garza (ill) You know Triceratops. Now meet Bisticeratops froeseorum! This horned dino lived more than seventy million years ago and was discovered in the deserts of Arizona. Its neck was protected by a large, colorful frill. Two long horns and rough, bumpy skin kept it safe from predators. Take a closer look... if you dare. 3-4 booklist |
|
1286611 : Weird and wild dinosaurs: Meet Mbiresaurus by Harper, Benjamin & Lorenzo, Julio Francisco Garza (ill) You know Brachiosaurus. Now meet Mbiresaurus raathi! This long-necked dino lived more than 230 million years ago. Its mouth was filled with sharp, sawlike teeth. Take a closer look if you dare. 3-4 booklist |
|
1286610 : Weird and wild dinosaurs: Meet Meraxes Gigas by Harper, Benjamin & Lorenzo, Julio Francisco Garza (ill) You know Tyrannosaurus rex. Now meet Meraxes gigas! This dangerous dino lived twenty million years before T. Rex and was discovered in the deserts of Argentina. Its head was huge and full of sharp teeth. Its strong legs and sharp claws were fearsome. Take a closer look if you dare. 3-4 booklist |
|
1356341 : Weird and wild dinosaurs: Meet Yuxisaurus by Harper, Benjamin & Lorenzo, Julio Francisco Garza (ill) You know Ankylosaurus. Now meet Yuxisaurus kopchicki! This armored dino lived millions of years ago during the Jurassic Period in southern China. It was covered in spikes and bony plates that kept it safe from dangerous predators. Take a closer look... if you dare. 3-4 booklist |
|
4191 : WeirDo by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) My parents could have given me any first name at all, like John, Kevin, Shmevin, anything. Instead, I'm stuck with the worst name since Mrs Face called her son Bum. Weir Do's the new kid in school. With an unforgettable name, a crazy family and some seriously weird habits, fitting in won't be easy. 3-4 booklist |
|
21157 : WeirDo 2: Even weirder by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) It's not just Weir who's weird, it's his whole family. Not even their pet bird is normal. With a school trip to the zoo and Bella's birthday party coming up, Weir will have to try to keep cool. It won't be easy but it will be funny. 3-4 booklist |
|
21789 : WeirDo 3: Extra weird by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) Dad's working on his cool dance moves for the local talent quest, while Weir's trying out for the school soccer team. It won't be easy but it will be funny. 3-4 booklist |
|
29306 : WeirDo 4: Super weird by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) Our new puppy FiDo is perfect. He's super weird, just like us. Dad's training to become a firefighter, while Weir's busy with Pet Day. 3-4 booklist |
|
13146 : WeirDo 5: Totally weird by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) The Camp Kangaroo Challenge is on and Weir's team is up against Bella and the new kid, who has the coolest name ever. It won't be easy but it will be funny. 3-4 booklist |
|
17025 : WeirDo 6: Crazy weird by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) Things are getting weirdly crazy and crazy funny. Just when he thought he couldn't get weirder, Weir is back from the dentist and he's wearing braces. He can only imagine what Bella and his friends will think but it won't be good. 3-4 booklist |
|
6021 : WeirDo 7: Mega weird by Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill) Life for WeirDo is mega busy. He's planning on making mega bucks from the Street Garage Sale plus he's helping Bella write a winning song. Then, there's that dusty dino bone in the corner. 3-4 booklist |
|
732433 : Whale of a mistake, A by Hobai, Ioana You made a mistake! You worry and worry. It gets bigger and bigger. But you aren't alone. Look at all those stars in the sky - we are all here making mistakes and we learn from them. They aren't as big as you may think. 3-4 booklist |
|
|
11979 : What do the NRL stars snack on by Hirsch, Suzan See the types of healthy snacks sports people eat to keep them active and strong. 3-4 booklist |
|
49734 : What is bush food by Hall, Beth Find out what bush food is, how it is cooked and who eats it. Includes beautiful photographs and extra information. 3-4 booklist |
|
1076367 : When you're a boy by Nuto, Blake When you're a boy you are told how to be like the swift- sweeping rivers. But I've learned the wisdom of waiting, the courage of patience and the strength of contentment.' Explore what it means to be a boy by wandering and exploring natural places: wild rivers, sure-standing mountains, sky shifting thunders, all tempered by the softer side with the sweetness of dancing and the beauty of dreaming. 3-4 booklist |
|
800823 : Who's your real Mum? by Green, Bernadette & Zobel, Anna (ill) 'Elvi, which one is your mum?' 'They're both my mums.' 'But which one's your real mum?' When Nicholas wants to know which of Elvi's two mums is her real mum, she gives him lots of clues. Her real mum is a circus performer, and a pirate, and she even teaches spiders the art of the web. But Nicholas still can't work it out! Luckily, Elvi knows just how to help Nicholas understand 3-4 booklist |
|
6419 : Wide big world by Beneba Clarke, Maxine & Knowles, Isobel (ill) Difference is everywhere, just look and see. This whole-wide-big-world is wondrous-unique. A gorgeous picture book about our diverse and wonderful world from award-winning author Maxine Beneba Clarke and illustrator Isobel Knowles. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
840794 : Wildest book week ever! The by McKenzie, Heath It is Book week! The time to dress up as tour favourite character. Who goes too far? Who does not go far enough? And who will win the first prize? Find out in the wildest book week ever. 3-4 booklist |
|
1019736 : Willa and woof: Double the drama by Harvey, Jacqueline & Yi, A (ill) It's time to put on a play at school, but not everyone is getting along. Will a new friend come between Willa and Tae? 3-4 booklist |
|
1019701 : Wish sisters, The: The Christmas wish by Rushby, Allison & Blair, Karen (ill) It is Christmastime, but Flick and Bridie are not in a celebratory mood, because they miss their Granny Aggie. Their mother has an idea - to make gingerbread houses with gingerbread men included. And, to make it even more exciting, Flick has to make sure her little baby sister Bridie doesn't wish any extra things get included in the Christmas celebrations. How is Flick going to keep the strange goings-on a secret from the adults in her neighbourhood, especially when they are at the Christmas celebration in her home? 3-4 booklist |
|
1038956 : Wollemi: Saving a dinosaur tree by Tidy, Samantha & Gyan, Rachel (ill) For over 200 million years, The Wollemi Pine has survived ice, fire and passing generations, however drought and bushfires are threatening it's survival. Wollemi: Saving a Dinosaur Tree explains the unique and critically endangered status of the Wollemi Pine and explores what actions can be taken today to contribute to the conservation of this rare and beautiful tree. Topics /
Endangered species /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
|
|
2585 : Wolves by Wallace, Karen & Pointer, Jonathon (ill) Explore the world of the wolf pack and their leader, the grey wolf. Learn about the amazing skills that the grey wolf has to survive, from its sharp senses and amazing memory, to its ferocious ability to hunt and kill. Discover how wolves communicate with one another and look after their pups. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
22629 : Wombat goes to school by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) She eats, she sleeps, she scratches. When a wombat goes to school, anything is possible. 3-4 booklist |
|
660706 : Wonderful wisdom of ants, The by Bunting, Philip Have you ever wondered about the world of ants? The answers to life's biggest questions can be found in the smallest places, once you're ready to look. It's amazing what you can learn from the world of the ant. 3-4 booklist |
|
1150653 : Wongutha tales by O'Brien, May L. This collection of tales from May O'brien's childhood are stories of the Wongutha peoples and their traditional teaching stories.Read about How crows became black, Kangaroos who wanted to be people, Too Big for your boots and many more much- loved tales. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Year 3 easy reads /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
21243 : Word smith by Kok, Stephen & Dedelis, P.R & Freeman, Peyton (ill) Victoria has the power to create words and we all know what power words can have. But when one of her words has repercussions beyond her wildest plans Victoria must use her skills as a word smith to make things right again. But will she be able to put things back the way they were or has life been irreversibly altered forever? Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
|
|
1061437 : Words between us by Krans, Angela Pham & Ho, Dung (ill) Felix and Grandma have always lived oceans apart, until the day Grandma arrives. Felix is so excited to meet Grandma and spend time with her, except they don't speak the same language! Perhaps they can connect in other ways, like their shared love of pizza, and by working together they can learn to share words aswell. 3-4 booklist |
|
6006 : Yark, The by Santini, Bertrand & Gapaillard, Laurent (ill) The Yark eats children. But not any old children. He only likes to eat the good, sweet ones. Naughty children make him terribly ill. But one night he meets Madeleine and even though she is delightfully well behaved, he finds he would rather be her friend. Can The Yark avoid eating Madeleine? 3-4 booklist |
|
886461 : You are 25% banana by Brooks, Susie & Bloggs, Josy (ill) Did you know that a grain of rice has more genes than you? Or that you're related to dogs, dung beetles and even daffodils? Luckily, even though you're 99.9% like a chimpanzee, you're still 100% YOU! The extraordinary world of genetics has never been explained so simply. You'll be amazed at what makes you YOU. 3-4 booklist |