Search Results : "big"
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2520 : 2nd big, big book of Tashi, The by Fienberg, Anna & Barbara & Gamble, Kim (ill) Five fabulous Tashi books all in one volume. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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10027 : Abigail by Rayner, Catherine Abigail loves to count. She begins to count the spots on the ladybird but it climbs under a leaf. She begins to count the stripes on the zebra but it moves away. And the cheetah is just too fast. So, Abigail begins to count the flowers in the vast plains of Africa but has to stop when the darkness comes. But, there are other things that can be counted in the night time. Topics /
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K-2 booklist
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22436 : All set for the big wet by Foot, Mandy The ants come scurrying one by one. Quickly, they're followed by swooping barn owls, trundling wombats, jumping kangaroos, striding brolgas and other favourite Australian animals, all in their race to get to the ark before the flood. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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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 |
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1936 : Ant and the big bad bully goat, The by Fusek Peters, Andrew & Wadham, Anna (ill) When Bully Goat takes over Badger's house, Badger needs help to move him out. He asks his biggest and bravest friends for help but they all make excuses. Finally, help arrives from an unexpected quarter and Badger realises that size isn't everything. K-2 booklist |
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4177 : As big as you by Acton, Sara Claude is a large elephant. Finlay is a small one. Claude can trumpet so loudly, the earth shakes. Finlay can only squeak and spurt tiny fountains with his trunk. He wants to be as big as Claude. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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116357 : Asterix and the big fight by Goscinny, Rene & Uderzo, Albert The Romans persuade a Gaulish chief to challenge Vitalstatistix to single combat. This poses no threat until Getafix is hit by a flying menhir and forgets how to make the magic potion. 5-6 booklist |
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65874 : Audrey's big secret by Harris, Christine & James, Ann (ill) Audrey knows only too well the importance of family and what it means to be apart from those you love. But, in order to protect her friend, Audrey will need to keep the truth from her parents. She is torn between keeping a promise and telling the truth. Choices are never easy, especially when someone could be hurt. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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643784 : Baby-sitters club, The: Kristy's big day (graphic novel) by Martin, Ann M & Galligan, Gale (ill) Kristy's mum is getting married, and Kristy is going to be a bridesmaid! The only problem? Fourteen kids are coming to town for the wedding. Kristy, Claudia, Mary Anne, Stacey, Dawn, and Mallory think they can handle it, but that's before they spend a week changing nappies, stopping arguments, solving mix-ups, and planning activities. It's the biggest job the Baby-Sitters Club has ever had, but they'll work together to make sure Kristy's big day is a success! Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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618798 : Bad guys, The: The big bad wolf by Blabey, Aaron When Mr. Wolf is blown up to Godzilla proportions, the Bad Guys find themselves in monster-sized trouble. They must figure out how to stop an alien invasion and get Wolfie back to his old self before the world is totally destroyed. Good thing they have the International League of Heroes on their side, and some newly honed superpowers ready to put to the test... Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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29840 : Benny Bungarra's big bush clean-up by Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill) Benny Bungarra comes to the rescue when his friends are in danger from rubbish left by humans. Topics /
Aboriginal content /
Endangered species /
Australian author/Illustrator /
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K-2 booklist
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1019868 : Bidhi Galing: Big rain by Heiss, Anita & Campbell, Samantha (ill) Told from the point of view of Wagadhaany, a Wiradyuri girl who loved dancing, this is the story of the Great Flood of Gundagai in 1852. Wiradyuri heroes, Yarri and Jacky Jacky paddled bark canoes through raging floodwaters, risking their own lives to save countless others. Learn history through Wiradyuri language and marvel at the beautiful illustrations in this book. 5-6 booklist |
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38586 : Big and little by Rawlins, Donna Shipley and Gwendoline are friends. They are given beautiful presents for their birthdays but one is too big and one is too small. In the end, they are able to work it all out in a not surprising way as they exchange gifts. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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780 : Big and me by Miller, David Big and Small are two machines working together on building projects. But, Big starts to malfunction by driving into the water, thinking he is a boat, and picking Small up because he thinks the other machines want to hurt Small. Small turns to the boss and mechanic, who find that Big's computer is getting mixed up. They help Big to get better and offer support to Small. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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848 : Big bad Bruce by Bates, Dianne & Johns, Cheryll (ill) Bruce roars around on his Harley and appears to be a fearsome and lawless bikie. Maybe, Bruce isn't quite what his image appears to be. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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46511 : Big bad bun by Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill) There never was a rabbit as bad as Big Bad Bun. Or so you'd think if you read the letter which he left on his bed after school one day. But, it turns out that Big Bad Bun might not be as bad as he makes out. K-2 booklist |
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73759 : Big bad bunnies by Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill) Sandra is scared of bunny rabbits. She's frightened of their nasty ears and evil bunny eyes. When the family visits the petting zoo with baby animals, Sandra hopes there won't be any bunnies there. 3-4 booklist |
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1008 : Big bad bushranger by Brown, Bob & Wood, Ben (ill) A clever wombat is the perfect bushranger. He knows the best hiding spots in New South Wales. 3-4 booklist |
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31761 : Big bad cold, The by Mills, J. Elizabeth Clifford and his pals are sad that Emily Elizabeth is in bed with a bad cold. They want to make her feel better, so they go out in search for a card, a balloon and flowers. K-2 booklist |
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8551 : Big ball of string, The by Mueller, Ross & Smith, Craig (ill) A small boy wants to play soccer. He doesn't have a ball so he uses a big ball of string. He has a wonderful time kicking it around the park and along the street but by the time he gets home, his ball has disappeared. K-2 booklist |
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43438 : Big bash league: Academy smash by Panckridge, Michael Billy loves to bowl, fast! He is also a massive Melbourne Stars fan and when his friend Wen Lee lets him know about a cricket academy camp, run by none other than the Stars, Billy is desperate to go! So is Wen Lee, even if she does barrack for the Brisbane Heat. Trouble is, the applications are about to close and Billy needs to find a way to raise money for the entry fee. Perhaps a speed bowling competition is in order! Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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17302 : Big bash league: Bowling blitz by Panckridge, Michael Talented fast bowler Jimmy and his sister, Izzy, have just moved from Perth to Adelaide. Both are huge BBL fans- Perth Scorchers, of course- but while outgoing Izzy has already signed up to the local cricket club, Jimmy isn't sure he's ready to be part of a new team. Especially if they're all Adelaide Strikers fans! Then one day, Jimmy has a run-in with a kid and his dad from a neighbouring cricket club- they want him to play for their team, not Izzy's. The dad seems seriously desperate and Jimmy is sure something fishy is going on . . . Will Jimmy find the courage to join the local club and let his bowling do the talking? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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14874 : Big bash league: Captains' clash by Panckridge, Michael Fletcher, Jana and their mates are counting down to their greatest game ever - a full T20 match! The gang have organised the whole thing themselves and can't wait to get out onto the pitch. But before that, they're off to watch a blistering double-header between the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder, where they witness a school cricket team display their impressive skills at half-time . . . The group are inspired by what they're seeing, but when Fletcher and Jana arrive at the field on the day of their big game, another team is already playing . . . it's the same kids who wowed the crowd the night before! Will Fletcher and Jana work out a way to settle the score with the intruders? Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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4835 : Big bash league: Carnival splash by Panckridge, Michael The first T20 Crickomania Carnival is happening and two teams of kids have been selected to represent the Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder. Maddie, Chase and Jye are a few of the lucky ones and they cannot wait to test out their cricket skills and meet some BBL and WBBL players. The event begins with lots of excitement but also some strange occurrences. There is a mix up with the coaches, unexplained rules and an opposing team who really wants to win. Can everyone pull together to make the carnival a success? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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43439 : Big bash league: Championship dash by Panckridge, Michael The Kangaroo Flat Galahs are preparing for their annual match against the Edenhope Eagles. The stakes are high with the winner qualifying for the State T20 Championships in Perth. They will also receive tickets to the Perth Scorchers versus Melbourne Renegades double header! The Galahs haven't beaten the Eagles in 30 years, but that was before they had the mysterious and brilliant Allunga on their team. Can they finally turn the tables? Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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19041 : Big bash league: Double delivery by Panckridge, Michael Cricket-mad twins Millie and Maggie are on holidays in Queensland at their uncle's caravan park. Straight away, they notice a group of kids on the oval playing cricket. The girls are dying to join in, but apparently it's 'boys only'. Millie and Maggie are not impressed -they're huge Hobart Hurricanes fans and can bat, bowl and field as well as any boy! It's time to come up with a plan to show these Brisbane Heat-loving boys that girls can play too! Meanwhile, there's something strange going on at the caravan park, with all manner of things slowly disappearing- including a beloved cricket bat! Will the girls outshine the boys and unravel the mystery before their holiday is over? Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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43440 : Big bash league: Representative clash by Panckridge, Michael Tommy is a huge hitter and loves nothing more than smashing balls out of the park with his impressive handmade bat. He is a diehard Hobart Hurricanes fan and has his fingers crossed that he will be selected for the Hobart representative team that will take on Adelaide in the upcoming Adelbart Clash. But when Tommys bat goes missing he can feel his chances slipping away. It is up to his friends to help him find his bat so he can chase his place on the rep team! Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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19043 : Big bash league: Switch hit showdown by Panckridge, Michael Star batter and die-hard Melbourne Renegades fan Barney is pumped that his school team is going to play in the first-ever T20 Blast School Cup! The competition is nearly full, with just one spot remaining. Then Barney meets Fifi- a Melbourne Stars supporter who is desperate to be part of the action. Problem is, her school doesn't have a cricket team . . . So when word spreads that the final school has signed up, Barney is shocked to discover that it's led by none other than Fifi. To make matters worse, her team blitzes the opposition in their opening game. It seems a spy mission is in order! Will the truth come out before Barney and Fifi's teams collide in the grand final? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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850 : Big bazoohley, The by Carey, Peter Wearing his ""Sonic the Hedgehog"" pyjamas, Sam Kellow sleep-walks out of the hotel room where he is staying with his parents. Sam has the opportunity to win a big jackpot and save his family's finances in this hilarious, zany adventure. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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119996 : Big black dog by Glicksman, Caroline Everyone may have been scared of Big Black Dog but Big Black Dog was scared of everything. Until, one day he has to be very brave. Find out if Big Black Dog will save his friend or if his fears win out. 3-4 booklist |
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45607 : Big blue whale by Davies, Nicola & Maland, Nick (ill) An introduction to these magnificent whales, the largest animals that have ever lived on earth. Davies is a zoologist who expresses, in beautiful language, factual information about blue whales. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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33129 : Big book of Antarctica, The by Hope, Charles Antarctica is the driest, coldest and windiest continent on Earth. Even though it is a harsh and difficult place to live, Antarctica is home to more than a thousand plant and several hundred animal species. Antarctica has 90 per cent of Earth's ice and plays a major role in our weather. Scientists from around the world live and work in Antarctica to better understand the future of our planet. Welcome to The Big Book of Antarctica. 5-6 booklist |
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2400 : Big book of Aussie dinosaurs by Richards, Kel & Singleton, Glen (ill) Everything you have ever wanted to know about when dinosaurs ruled Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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1052163 : Big book of Australian nursery rhymes, The by Lessac, Frane Chant and clap, play and sing along to this fun-filled collection of classic nursery rhymes with an Australian twist. K-2 booklist |
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903077 : Big book of exhibits, The by Bullock, Marita & Hargreaves, Joan-Maree & Rowland, Liz (ill) Explore some of the most surprising and awe-inspiring exhibits and museum collections on Earth. From microscopic star diamonds to a poo making machine, discover amazing and fascinating exhibits around the world. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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63187 : Big book of fantasy quests by Dixon, Andrew Detailed and colourful fantasy-adventure scenes filled with things to find, mysteries to solve and colourful creatures and characters to outwit. 5-6 booklist |
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1662 : Big book of numbers by Spencer, Adam If you love numbers, want to love numbers or just love to laugh and learn about the wonderful life we live, then this numbers book is for you. Discover primes, Pi, perfect numbers and how many ribs an elephant has. 7-9 booklist |
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15061 : Big brother, little brother by Dale, Penny When little brother cries and shouts, big brother knows why. But sibling rivalry often gets in the way. When big brother is upset, he finds out what little brother will do. K-2 booklist |
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923455 : Big cat by Racklyeft, Jess Big Cat is mysterious. Big Cat is chaotic. Big Cat is lawless. Catherine is not. She likes things to be neat, tidy and orderly. But when the two meet, they discover they have more in common than they think and that sometimes the best adventures can be found in your own backyard. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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15863 : Big cats by Lyon, Derek & Ling, Mary Factual information about the big cat family with plenty of descriptions and images. 3-4 booklist |
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1019758 : Big cheese, The by John, Jory & Oswald, Pete (ill) Find out how one hunk of cheddar learns that some things are better than always being the best. The Big Cheese will show you what really matters when you realise that winning isn't everything and being pleased for others victories can be as good as having them yourself. 3-4 booklist |
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2746 : Big city museum by Kettle, Phil & Webb, Melissa (ill) Harry Harvard and Jessie Harrison's class at Average Primary School are going on an exciting excursion to Big City Museum. The good news is Mrs Payne, their fifth class teacher, won't be going. The bad news is the Principal is going instead. Most pupils are scared to do anything to upset Principal Dorking but Harry and Jessie can always be counted on to make or find trouble. 5-6 booklist |
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3053 : Big dig, The by McKinlay, Meg When the Newton Community Pool is closed until further notice, Nathan and his mates are unimpressed. The alternative, the BayView Leisure Centre, might be modern and flashy, but it is steamy, crowded and no fun. But, Nathan has an idea that is so brilliant in its simplicity. They can dig themselves a pool in the backyard. 5-6 booklist |
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857 : Big dog by Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill) Jen is scared of the big dog down the street. She and her big brother decide to confront the dog in a lion's costume. But they don't know what the dog will do. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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1158 : Big dry, The by Davis, Tony With each year of drought the heat became worse. The lawns and crops withered and died. Buildings began to crumble and collapse, and more people left the city. George and his little brother, Beeper, become worried when their father fails to return from a trip to town for food and fuel. Fear for the safety of their dad quickly becomes a fight for their own survival in the hot and brutal conditions. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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18036 : Big earth, little me by Wiley, Thom A book to help the very young find out what they can do for the Earth. The simple flap book shows how to make the whole world a better place by doing little things in local places. Printed with organic soy-based ink. Topics /
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K-2 booklist
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7616 : Big eyes, scary voice by Wignell, Edel & Pearce, Carl (ill) At sunset, shadows lengthen and a walk through the dappled light in the park can trigger a sense of fear. Mum is with Tania and Josh as they search for the source of the scary sounds and large glittering eyes. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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57744 : Big fat cow that goes kapow, The by Griffiths, Andy Inside this book, you can meet Dave, the brave, and discover where worms learn to squirm. But, beware, there is also an exploding cow. Very humorous and very, very short stories told in rhyme. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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43455 : Big fella rain by Webber, Beryl & Martins, Fern (ill) Way up north, lightning flashes, thunder rolls and frogs sing a chorus. Big fella rain is coming. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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1168 : Big four, The by Christie, Agatha & Riviere, Francois (adapt) Poirot, the Belgian detective, again finds himself plunged into a world of intrigue when an uninvited stranger, coated in dust from head to foot and with a gaunt face, stands staring at him and then collapses in his doorway. Poirot must uncover the truth and solve the mystery of the piece of paper the stranger clutched with figure 4s scribbled over it. Beautifully illustrated by Alain Paillou. 7-9 booklist |
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30218 : Big game by Smith, Dan Thirteen year old Oskari is sent into the Finnish wilderness, armed only with a bow and arrow, to survive in an ancient test of manhood. But, he stumbles upon an escape pod from a burning airliner. Terrorists have shot down the President of the United States. To survive, this improbable duo must trust each other and become a team capable of overcoming the danger that is imminent. 7-9 booklist |
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1209790 : Big gorilla: Book of opposites, A by Browne, Anthony A beautifully illustrated picture book about opposites. Some opposites are easy to identify, others are trickier. Are you ready to have a go? K-2 booklist |
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20745 : Big guy took my ball, A by Willems, Mo Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Piggie is devastated when a big guy takes her ball. Gerald is big too but he wonders if he is big enough to help his best friend. K-2 booklist |
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112574 : Big leaf pile, The by Bridwell, Norman Clifford, Cleo, and T-Bone are having fun gathering leaves into piles. When T-Bone has to leave, Clifford and Cleo offer to watch his pile until he returns. The temptation to jump into the pile is too great. K-2 booklist |
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35281 : Big little book of happy sadness, The by Thompson, Colin One Friday, George visits the animal shelter and, in the very last cage, he sees Jeremy, a sad dog who looks as lonely and lost as George feels. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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855855 : Big love by Jacobson, Megan & Feiner, Beck (ill) This is the house. It's very big! But it's not as big as my love for you. No matter how different our families may be, the one thing we all have in common is love. K-2 booklist |
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30662 : Big Nate and friends by Peirce, Lincoln Sixth-grader Nate Wright is on top of the world, with a little help from his friends. His best buddies, Francis and Teddy, stick with Nate through thick and thin, usually thin. Nate's disastrous love life, his chess tournament trash talking, even his misguided attempt to be a bad boy. Along the way, Nate and his pals are joined by Artur, the gentle exchange student who's popular with almost everyone. And, don't forget Gina, the teacher's pet who gets an 'A' for annoying. 5-6 booklist |
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12513 : Big Nate blasts off by Peirce, Lincoln Nate's landed a job at the school paper and he can't wait to show off his cartooning talents. But, making fun of the toughest kid in class might not be the brightest idea. And, telling blabber-mouth Dee Dee about his secret crush isn't such a smart move either. 5-6 booklist |
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47885 : Big Nate flips out by Peirce, Lincoln When Nate gets his best friend into big trouble, he needs to clean up his act, fast, before someone else ruins everything. 5-6 booklist |
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6314 : Big Nate goes for broke by Peirce, Lincoln Mighty Jefferson Middle School always wins. Then Nate decides it's time to go from zeroes to heroes. But, Nate can't crack under the pressure of the 'Ultimate Snowdown'. 5-6 booklist |
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7008 : Big Nate lives it up by Peirce, Lincoln Principal Nichols wants Nate to be buddies with the new kid, Breckenridge Puffington III, and show him around. But, that's no easy task - Breckenridge is a plant-doodling, total fun-sponge. There's also something strangely familiar about this guy. 5-6 booklist |
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4262 : Big Nate makes the grade by Peirce, Lincoln Nate Wright is known to his pals and teachers for many things, his penchant for mischief and his school record for detentions being the foremost. But beating out brainiac Gina's grades is not one of those things. 5-6 booklist |
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8634 : Big Nate on a roll by Peirce, Lincoln Nate's a big deal in his scout troop until Artur, also known as Mr Perfect, joins. Now, Nate's stuck in second place. And Artur means business. Nate wants to take the grand prize and not wipe out, big time. 5-6 booklist |
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6226 : Big Nate out loud: graphic novel by Peirce, Lincoln Eleven year old Nate Wright is living out loud and he wouldn't have it any other way. Even though his friends won't let him be the lead singer in their band, Nate continues to rock. He's a superstar of the comics pages and of the best-selling series of Big Nate books and he's a big hit with kids everywhere. This collection features daily and Sunday strips that originally appeared in newspapers. Topics /
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110295 : Big Nate strikes again by Peirce, Lincoln Big Nate will surpass all others but it won't be easy. He's stuck with Gina, his all-time enemy, who just might ruin everything. Nate wants to win but there's always detention, again. 5-6 booklist |
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23392 : Big Nate: From the top by Peirce, Lincoln Big Nate is taking it from the top. That is, the top of the troublemaker's list. Nate Wright is eleven years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the all-time record holder for school detentions in school history. He's a self-described genius and sixth-grade Renaissance man. 5-6 booklist |
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22557 : Big Nate: Game on by Peirce, Lincoln To sixth-grader Nate Wright, life is one big game. So, when he suits up for any sport, he does it with an unmistakable swagger. From fine-tuning his trash-talking skills on the basketball court to his cocky attitude in the soccer goal, Nate can be a bigger challenge to his teammates than their opponents. 5-6 booklist |
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7005 : Big Nate: Great minds think alike by Peirce, Lincoln Nate Wright is a wisecracking eleven year old who knows he's destined for greatness. He's a sixth-grade chess prodigy, a self-described genius and the all-time record holder for detentions in school history. He's often in hot water with his teachers and classmates but Nate's winning personality and can-do attitude always make him a big hit with readers. 5-6 booklist |
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20070 : Big Nate: Here goes nothing by Peirce, Lincoln Nate is pleased to hear his school will be closed for months to clean up toxic mould in the building. Then, he learns that he will have to attend Jefferson Middle School while his school is cleaned. How will he be able to stand it? He is star goalie for his school football team and Jefferson is undefeated in this year's competition. Will Nate defend his goal and save the day? Or will Jefferson win again? 5-6 booklist |
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10877 : Big Nate: In a class by himself by Peirce, Lincoln Nate knows he's meant for big things, really big things. But, life doesn't always go your way just because you're awesome. Trouble always seems to find him but Nate keeps his cool no matter what. He knows he's great. A fortune cookie told him so. 5-6 booklist |
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28677 : Big Nate: In the zone by Peirce, Lincoln Nate's not having the best of luck. In fact, he's not having any luck at all. But, with a little boost, thanks to Chad's lucky foot, suddenly good luck is everywhere. Nate's in the zone, for now. 5-6 booklist |
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9721 : Big Nate: Super scribbler by Peirce, Lincoln This companion activity book to the Big Nate series is packed with laughs, activities and fun. 5-6 booklist |
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6191 : Big Nate: The crowd goes wild, by Peirce, Lincoln Nate is 11 years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the all-time record holder for detentions in school history. He's a self-described genius and sixth grade Renaissance Man. Nate, who lives with his dad and older sister, enjoys pestering his family and teachers with his sarcasm. 5-6 booklist |
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4888 : Big Nate: Thunka thunka thunka by Peirce, Lincoln Nate Wright's baseball team has just been given the lamest name in Little League history; he's on the verge of becoming know-it-all Gina's personal servant for a day; and Spitsy, the closest thing he has to a dog of his own, is in love with a cat. Nate's up to his ears in stress. Luckily, an empty plastic soda bottle is the perfect remedy. All Nate has to do is drum it gently against his head, thunka, thunka, thunka, and the pressures of dealing with Coach John, Mrs Godfrey and the terrifying Kim Cressly begin to fade away. 5-6 booklist |
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31459 : Big Nate: Welcome to my world by Peirce, Lincoln Aspiring cartoonist Nate Wright is eleven years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the all-time record holder for detentions in school history. He's a self-described genius and sixth-grade Renaissance Man who lives with his dad and older sister and enjoys pestering his family and teachers with his sarcasm. 5-6 booklist |
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23252 : Big Nate: What could possibly go wrong by Peirce, Lincoln Compilation of original Big Nate comic strips. This comic collection includes over three hundred black and white Big Nate comic strips, with bonus Big Nate activities. 5-6 booklist |
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15289 : Big Ned's bushwalk by Laguna, Sofie & Cox, David Ned's athletic family are worried that he is too quiet. When they send him on a bushwalk and a storm breaks, it is Ned's quiet observation skills that save the day. Topics /
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3-4 booklist
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12303 : Big Nuisance by Morimoto, Junko Life in Sleepy Village is very slow and nothing's changed for a long, long time, until the meddlesome giant Big Nuisance comes to stay and starts a whole lot of trouble. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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720958 : Big old rambutan tree, The by Creamer, Kathy From the flames of the burning rainforest, an extraordinary bond of friendship ignites between a savage tiger and a gentle orang-utan, as they both struggle to survive in their fast diminishing habitat. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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1639 : Big pet day by Shanahan, Lisa & Gordon, Gus (ill) Today is pet day in Lily's class. All the kids bring in their pets - hermit crabs, parrots, mice, puppies, ferrets and ducks - but Lily brings her dragon. Class smarty-pants Courtney says to Lily that dragons are only in fairy tales so how could she have a dragon. However, when all the pets misbehave in the middle of the important pet parade, guess who saves the day. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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12972 : Big picture book of environments, The by Long, John With stunning images and fact boxes, this book reveals Earth's diversity and beauty. It explores the effects of changing climate on environments around the world including the great rivers, deserts, Arctic regions, cities and forests. 5-6 booklist |
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14856 : Big picture book of human civilisation, The by Long, John If you love facts and figures or you are a budding scientist, this book will tell you about the great advances and crises of human history, from 20, 000 years ago until now. Read about the first cultivated crops, the taming of cats and dogs, the discovery of electricity, the earliest city and lots more. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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4850 : Big picture book outdoors by Lacey, Minna & Stubbs, Rachel (ill) & Russell, John (ill) From fields and woodlands, rivers and ponds, to city parks and gardens, wherever you are, you can go outdoors and discover wildlife. The beautiful pictures in this book are full of all kinds of birds, butterflies and wild flowers to look out for. 3-4 booklist |
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18392 : Big picture book, The by Long, John & Choo, Brian (ill) Description of Planet Earth's history from twelve billion years ago until now. Also includes a prediction about its future. Topics /
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5-6 booklist
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603343 : Big picture, The: Men who changed the world by Jones, Grace & Rumblelow, Matt (ill) Throughout time men have accomplished some great things. Read about some very famous men and discover what they have done and how it has impacted the world we live in today. Topics /
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603312 : Big picture, The: Women who changed the world by Jones, Grace & Rumblelow, Matt (ill) Women can do amazing things, this book looks at some very famous women and what they have achieved in their lives. Learn more about some women you may have heard of, and find out about some women from the past who changed how things were done. Topics /
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15290 : Big rain coming by Germein, Katrina & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill) This book invokes both a feeling of listlessness and of expectation. The children in an Aboriginal camp in northern Australia are waiting. Uncle Stephen predicts the big wet is coming but, day after day, the hot, dry weather continues. 3-4 booklist |
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15871 : Big red bath by Jarman, Julia & Reynolds, Adrian (ill) Ben and Bella have a wonderful time splashing around in the bath with all their friends. Their bath-time adventure might be real or imagined but it certainly makes a big mess. K-2 booklist |
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72766 : Big Red Hen and the little lost egg by Wild, Margaret & Denton, Terry (ill) Big Red Hen is very good at looking after everyone's babies. But, what she wants most of all is someone of her own to love. One morning, Big Red Hen finds an egg in the hay. Topics /
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1921 : Big red kangaroo by Saxby, Claire & Byrne, Graham (ill) Far inland, where ocean is a dim memory, the sun floats on the waves of another bake-earth day. In the long shadows, a big red kangaroo licks his forearms and lets the early evening breeze wash over him. Topics /
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647152 : Big red rock, The by Stockham, Jess When Bif finds a big red rock blocking his way, he decides it has to go. But how? Nothing he ties will move it. Bif's friend Bop knows some monsters who might be able to help. When none of their ingenious methods work, they all have to decide what to do next - with surprising results! K-2 booklist |
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42779 : Big storm, The by MacCarthy, Patricia The Dewdrop Babies are decorating the great hall with petals they've collected in the garden, but when Bluebell and the others get themselves into a huge mess with the sticky paste, they decide to go outside so the rain can wash them clean again, only to be caught in an enormous storm. K-2 booklist |
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10521 : Big surprise for Little Card, A by Harper, Charise Mericle & Raff, Anna (ill) In the world of cards, each one has a special job to do. Big Card keeps important papers in order. Tiny Card can be exchanged for a prize in an arcade and Round Card hangs out in a glamorous boutique. But, Little Card thinks he's really lucky. He's going to school to become a birthday card, with lots of singing, playing and eating cake. But, wait, there's been a mix-up. Little Card is going to be a library card instead, in a quiet place of books and rules and hushing. K-2 booklist |
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15078 : Big toocool book, The by Kettle, Phil Contains Soccer superstar, Footy hero, Rugby great and Cricket legend. Topics /
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15291 : Big ugly monster and the little stone rabbit, The by Wormell, Chris An endearing story about a big, ugly monster who was so ugly that all the animals and birds ran away, the trees lost their leaves, the blue sky turned to grey. No-one would talk to him and he felt lonely until one day, he had an idea. K-2 booklist |
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47646 : Big waves, The by Caisley, Raewyn & Hurst, Elise (ill) Sandy's beach holiday is perfect. The waves are just the right size and it's great being with her older brother, Marcus, and her Aunty Missy, both of whom are enthusiastic surfers. But, when Sandy is dumped by a big wave, it's a frightening experience and her holiday isn't quite so perfect anymore. Topics /
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24709 : Big yawn, The by Spang, Monica & Bougaeva, Sonja (ill) It's night time at the zoo and all the animals are getting sleepy. First to yawn is the tiger, then the swans, the crocodiles and the giraffes until all the animals are very sleepy. K-2 booklist |
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852 : Big, big, big book of Tashi, The by Fienberg, Anna & Barbara & Gamble, Kim (ill) Tashi is too cunning for the warlord and the wicked baron, and far too clever for the giant. He's craftier than the witch and quicker than the demon and much braver than the ghost. But, don't take his word for it. Topics /
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27532 : Billie B Brown: The big book of Billie by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Meet Billie B Brown... Billie can be many things. Sometimes she is brave. She can be beautiful, bold and busy. And sometimes she can even be a teensy bit bossy....but Billie is always the best friend ever! Topics /
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54201 : Billie B Brown: The big sister by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) Billie can't wait for the new baby to arrive. She's even going to give it her favourite teddy! But what will happen when her parents go to hospital without her and Billie's teddy goes missing. Topics /
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18587 : Body talk: a power guide for girls by Reid Boyd, Elizabeth & Bray, Abigail A self-help book for teenage girls providing advice about coping with bullying, alcohol, drug use, depression and sexual relations. Some coarse language used by girls to describe their feelings. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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628086 : Boot: Small robot, big adventure by Hegarty, Shane & Mantle, Ben (ill) When Boot awakes in a rubbish compactor with only two and a half memories he knows that he must escape and find his owner, Beth. But a small robot in a big world will have to overcome a lot of danger if he is to ever find his friend 5-6 booklist |
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941501 : Bored: Evie dreams big by Stanton, Matt Evie lives on Turtle Place, and she's bored. She is making plans, actual plans, to build her own house. Only, it seems that everyone else that lives on Turtle Place has an opinion they'd like to share. Frog and Milo want to build something totally different. Mr Santos is grumpy, Mrs Katz is spying on her, her sister is the most annoying person in the world, and her parents don't believe in her. But she has a plan, and she dreams big. 5-6 booklist |
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636632 : Boy in the big blue glasses, The by Gervay, Susanne & Crosby-Fairall, Marjorie (ill) Sam doesn't like his new glasses. They make his ears hurt. His parents say he looks handsome in them. But Sam just wants to look like himself. His teacher doesn't recognize him; she says he must be a new superhero. But Sam doesn't want to be a superhero. He just wants to be himself. At least his best friend George recognizes him and thinks he looks okay. Sam does everything he can to lose his glasses but they keep being found. And then things get even worse, and Sam has to cope with googly-eyed turtles and giant penguins! Eventually, with a bit of confidence and a lot of humour, Sam finds out that wearing glasses isn't so bad - and people still like him just the way he is after all. Topics /
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18462 : Bullies, bigmouths and so-called friends by Alexander, Jenny Bullies push you around, bigmouths make sarcastic comments about you and so-called friends tell your secrets. Don't feel like a loser, just build up your defences. This book shows you how. 5-6 booklist |
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56355 : Chat room by Biggs, Barbara Sam is thirteen and has recently moved from Sydney to Melbourne with her high powered, busy parents. She has started at a new school and feels lonely and isolated. Sam logs onto chat rooms for company and begins a friendship with Chatman, a charming seventeen year old. But, Chatman is not what he seems and the developing friendship takes a sinister turn. Addresses contemporary problems associated with the anonymity of chat rooms and internet predators. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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101510 : Clifford and the big parade by Bridwell, Norman Clifford wants to participate in the big parade. He wonders what his role will be. K-2 booklist |
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18000 : Clifford and the big storm by Bridwell, Norman When the big storm comes, Clifford has to save the day. K-2 booklist |
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128398 : Clifford the big red detective by Bridwell, Norman Clifford, the dog detective. K-2 booklist |
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513 : Clifford the big, red dog by Bridwell, Norman Clifford is a big, red dog that belongs to Emily Elizabeth. K-2 booklist |
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98703 : Clifford: where is the big red doggie by Bridwell, Norman Clifford jumping the wall, fetching the ball and romping with his best friend, Emily Elizabeth. K-2 booklist |
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612687 : Clover's big ideas by Donaghey, Georgie and Middleton, Emma (ill) Being the smallest in the paddock isn't easy. Clover is always being teased. When three naughty lambs go too far, Clover and her big ideas step in. Discover how Clover shows being little makes her more determined and clever than they could ever imagine. K-2 booklist |
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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 /
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45857 : Daisy Dawson and the big freeze by Voake, Steve & Meserve, Jessica (ill) It's icy cold and the farm is wrapped in snow when Boom takes Daisy to meet the newborn lambs and their trainee sheepdog, Ricky Roundup. When Woolverton, the most inquisitive lamb, wanders off into the frozen woods, Daisy and Boom must follow him into the blizzard and bring him safely home to the flock. 3-4 booklist |
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853478 : Diary of wimpy kid: Big Shot by Kinney, Jeff In Big Shot, book 16 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and sports just don't mix. After a disastrous field day competition at school, Greg decides that when it comes to his athletic career, he's officially retired. But after his mom urges him to give sports one more chance, he reluctantly agrees to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a mess, and Greg is sure he won't make the cut. But he unexpectedly lands a spot on the worst team. As Greg and his new teammates start the season, their chances of winning even a single game look slim. But in sports, anything can happen. When everything is on the line and the ball is in Greg's hands, will he rise to the occasion? Or will he blow his big shot? 5-6 booklist |
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866313 : Different sort of normal, A by Balfe, Abigail The true story of one girl's journey growing up autistic, and the challenges she faced in the 'normal' world. 5-6 booklist |
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6942 : Dippy's big day out by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) Dippy is a diprotodon, the BIGGEST, friendliest wombat who lived 100,000 years ago. All Dippy wants is happy friends, a place to sleep and lots to eat. Who knew that could be such an adventure? Topics /
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17170 : Does my head look big in this? by Abdel-Fattah, Randa Amal is a typical sixteen year old. When she decides to wear a head scarf to school, her Islamic faith, personal strength and friendships are tested. An insight into contemporary Australian ethnic and religious issues. Strong language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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20711 : Dr Karl's big book of amazing animals by Kruszelnicki, Dr Karl From creepy crawlies and the world under the water to the biggest, longest, loudest, sleepiest and stinkiest animals of all. Here are lots of facts to astonish, puzzle and perplex, codes to crack, things to draw and colour, odd ones out, and differences to spot, 5-6 booklist |
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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 |
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1017 : EJ12 girl hero: big brother by McFarlane, Susannah A new arrival at the Shine animal training centre and suddenly Shadow seems to know everything they are planning. EJ12 needs to find how they are spying on them and fast. Topics /
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12838 : Elephants' big day out, The by Hurst, Elise Late one night, under the eye of the moon, three little elephants who crave adventure escape from their cage in the zoo. They have so much fun, it is doubtful they will ever return to the zoo. Topics /
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985 : Ella and Olivia: The big sleepover by Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill) Ella and Zoe are having a big sleepover! But Olivia is feeling left out. Why can't she stay up late telling stories and eating lollies too? Topics /
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15181 : Ella's big chance by Hughes, Shirley An updated version of Cinderella with a surprise ending. 5-6 booklist |
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54825 : Elmer and the big bird by McKee, David One day, Elmer notices that there are no birds around. He finds them hiding from the nasty bully bird in a nearby cave. The bully bird is mean and likes to frighten the little birds. Led by Elmer, the animals work together to frighten off the bully bird. K-2 booklist |
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893 : Emily and the big bad bunyip by French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill) It's Christmas day in Shaggy Gully. The kangaroos are bouncy, the echidnas are prickly and the bats and possums are just hanging about. Only the bunyip is gloomy and Emily Emu is determined to make him smile for Christmas. Topics /
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1617 : Even bigger whoppers by Simons, Moya Natasha, the new girl at school, insists she's a Russian princess. She insists her life is in great danger. Her new friends don't know if this is true or the biggest whopper ever. 3-4 booklist |
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17487 : Felicity Wishes: big book of magical mishaps by Thomson, Emma & Bailey, Helen Little moral tales of Felicity Wishes and her fairy friends. Twelve stories about teenage fairy Felicity Wishes and her three best friends. 3-4 booklist |
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6116 : Finn and the big guy by Metzenthen, David Finn comes to the city for his first big break as a stablehand at a large racetrack. Working with the horses he loves, Finn feels valuable for the first time in his life. But there's trouble at the track, and Finn finds it difficult to know who to trust. Topics /
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1209848 : First big book of how by Symes, Sally & Taylor, Saranne & Slater, Kate (ill) If you are curious about how things work, or the world around you, then this is the book for you! Featuring fascinating questions, excellent illustrations and stunning photography, this book provides answers for inquisitive children. 3-4 booklist |
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22891 : Flat Stanley: big mountain adventure by Brown, Jeff & Nash, Scott (ill) Flat Stanley is back. The whole Lambchop family is off to see Mount Rushmore. But when Flat Stanley and his brother, Arthur, team up with a scrappy cowgirl named Calamity Jasper, their vacation turns into the Wild West experience of a lifetime. Pretty soon, they find themselves in a real tight spot - even for a flat boy like Stanley. 3-4 booklist |
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23435 : Friday Barnes: Big trouble by Spratt, R A Friday Barnes has a new case and it's personal. Her mother, a physicist, has been kidnapped. When a beautiful, rich, new student, Princess Ingrid of Norway arrives, Highcrest Academy is thrown into chaos. Despite heightened security, things start to go missing. And the Princess has her eye on Ian Wainscott. Friday must crack the case of her missing mother, reign in a royal brat and unmask the elusive thief. Topics /
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28334 : From little things big things grow by Kelly, P & Carmody, K & Hudson, P (ill) & Kalkaringi School Children (ill) The iconic song by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody recounts the story of when Vincent Lingiari and other Gurindji workers walked off the Wave Hill cattle station in 1966. What began as a strike over wages and conditions became an eight year long struggle for the return of traditional lands. Illustrated by Gurindji schoolchildren. Topics /
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24475 : George and the Big Bang by Hawking, Lucy & Stephen Eric is involved with a big experiment in Switzerland, looking to explore the earliest moment of the universe. But, there is a group of people who don't think this experiment should go ahead and are planning to sabotage the Grand Switch-on. Will they suceed? Whose side is Reeper on this time? And why does he want to speak to Annie and George so desperately? 7-9 booklist |
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4024 : Grandpa's big adventure by Newman, Paul & Jellett, Tom (ill) I'm afraid of the water but Grandpa loves it, and he's teaching me to swim. If I can swim, maybe I'll have adventures like him one day. Topics /
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12863 : Great big animal ask, The by Hathorn, Libby & Pignataro, Anna (ill) The animals have great big questions. They are concerned that they are not acceptable; perhaps they are too tall, too growly or too spiky. It turns out that they are all just right, they just didn't know for what they were right. Topics /
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36290 : Grug and the big red apple by Prior, Ted Discover the law of relativity with Grug. Topics /
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5676 : Hey Jack: That's another big book by Rippin, Sally Jack and his friends love birthday parties, camping holidays and building hide-outs. If there's an adventure to be had, Jack will be there. Topics /
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16588 : Hey Jack: The big adventure by Rippin, Sally Jack loves camping. Sleeping in a tent, toasting marshmallows and especially going on adventures. But will one of his adventures take him a little further than he planned. Topics /
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923374 : Hey Jack: The big mess by Rippin, Sally Jack's filming a cooking show with his best friend Billie. But what will happen if he messes everything up? Topics /
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14133 : Hooey Higgins and the big boat race by Voake, Steve & Dodson, Emma (ill) Hooey and his friends, Twig and Will, think they have built a boat that will win the home-made boat race. If they win, they plan to hold a pirate party for Twig. However, another team of boys also wants to win the race and they are willing to play dirty to take out the prize. Topics /
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586576 : Hooey Higgins and the big day out by Voake, Steve & Dodson, Emma (ill) Ever been up to your neck in a croc-infested swamp with enemy soldiers tracking your every move? Me neither! But don't let that stop you coming to the Outdoor Activity Centre, where Basbo is on red alert for sharky-sharks, Twig is searching for brains, courage and a heart (he's seen The Wizard of Oz) and Hooey is flying high without a plane. Come on, there's no time for biscuits slap your kayak and let's GO, GO, GO! 5-6 booklist |
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17927 : Hoozles: The big parade by Little, Jessie & Dann, Penny (ill) Everyone's excited about the wonderful Summertown Parade. But, the town's Mayor has disappeared so the parade might not happen. Is Croc the naughty Hoozle behind the trouble? And, can Willow and friends find the mayor in time for everyone to enjoy the special day? 3-4 booklist |
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75377 : How big is a million by Milbourne, Anna & Riglietti, Serena (ill) Pipkin, the little penguin, wants to know just how big a million is. He knows it's a big number so he sets out on a journey to find out. Assists early understanding of number and quantity. Topics /
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7304 : How big is too small by Godwin, Jane & Joyner, Andrew (ill) Poor Sam, he always gets left out of his big brother's games. But, one day, when the big boys leave him out again, Sam gets to thinking about how big is too small. K-2 booklist |
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1019761 : Hunter on holiday: A big trip around Europe by Parry-Valentine, Jessica & Parry-Valentine, Stephen & Spink, Ashlee (ill) Fly away with Hunter as she explores icy fjords and ancient cities; majestic mountains and sunny town squares. A wonderful adventure awaits! K-2 booklist |
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24121 : I wanna be a great big dinosaur by McKenzie, Heath A little boy desperately wants to become a great big dinosaur. When a real-life dinosaur hears his wish and begins to show him what it takes, perhaps the dinosaur can learn a thing or two about what it takes to be a little boy. Topics /
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6917 : iF... a mind-bending new way of looking at big ideas and numbers by Smith, David & Adams, Steve (ill) Some things are so huge or so old that it's hard to wrap your mind around them. But, if we took these big, hard-to-imagine objects and events and compared them to things we can see, feel and touch then, instantly, we would see our world in a whole new way. Topics /
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7171 : Invaders from the big screen by Stine, R L Your friend Laura gets a little freaked out by horror movies. But you tell her to just cover her eyes if she gets scared. After all, it's only a movie, right? Wrong! If you watch "Going Ape in Blastovision," a giant ape will reach through the screen and pull you into the movie! If you watch "Agent Z vs. Dr. Aqua," you'll find yourself swimming with half-alligator mutants. And if you decide to see "House of a Hundred Horrors," you could be counting your last hours on earth! The choice is yours in this scary GOOSEBUMPS adventure that's packed with over 20 super-spooky endings! 5-6 booklist |
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22294 : Juliet nearly a vet: The big flood by Johnson, Rebecca & May, Kyla (ill) It's been raining for days and the farms and paddocks near Juliet's house are flooded. Luckily, Juliet and her best friend, Chelsea, are ready to help. There are many small animals that need rescuing. But, Juliet must convince her Dad to take them out in the canoe, before the water rises further. Topics /
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1048 : Just the right size: why big animals are big and little animals are little by Davies, Nicola & Layton, Neal (ill) Find out why there are no high-flying, wall-climbing, tall-building-leaping superheroes in real life. Find out what keeps big animals from engaging in astonishing feats of strength and agility, and yet why being tiny and all-powerful might have a downside. Discover the amazing true rules that control what bodies can and can't do. 3-4 booklist |
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20069 : Kaboom Kid, The: The big switch by Warner, David & McGee, J V & Faber, Jules (ill) Davey Warner is passionate about cricket, his mates at school and their cricket team, the Sandhill Sluggers. His bat is named Kaboom and his dog is Max, who helps the team practise. He's an expert at catching them out. On the first day back at school, Davey gets detention because of the bully Mo Clouter. But, this leads to a light bulb moment for Davey and he comes up with a way to win the next two critical cricket matches. Topics /
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587778 : Kaboom kid, The: The big time by Warner, David & McGee, J V & Faber, Jules (ill) Happy days! Davey Warner, Sunil Deep and Tay Tui have been selected to play for the local rep team, the South-East Slammers. It's a dream come true, even if Josh Jarrett, AKA Mr Perfect, is captain. Training is twice a week, no excuses. Davey, Sunil and Tay would go every day if they could -- the only problem is that it clashes with cheeky Max's doggy school. How can Davey keep his promise to his mum to train Max and play for the South-East Slammers? And how can his other friends help out so Davey can live his dream? But why is Mo Clouter looking so pleased with himself? And will Max ever behave himself? 3-4 booklist |
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58391 : Kangaroo and crocodile: my big book of Australian animals by Bancroft, Bronwyn Striking, lusciously-coloured, Indigenous illustrations celebrate our unique Australian animals and birds, from the lesser known fence skink to the mighty great white shark, from eagles to echidnas. K-2 booklist |
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660350 : Learning ladders: Biggest, fastest, smallest, slowest by Gonzalez, Echo Learn about the biggest, smallest, fastest and slowest animals in the world. Find out where they live, what they eat, their unique features plus lots of fun facts. Inside this book you will find questions to answer, things to find, new words to learn, amazing facts and colourful pictures of each animal as well as puzzles and quizzes to solve. Topics /
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15116 : Legend of Big Red, The by Roy, James & Dale, Rae (ill) Liam and Barney persuade their parents to let them camp out alone overnight to catch Big Red, the legendary giant cod rumoured to live in Bailey's Swamp. Darkness, strange noises and a thunderstorm test their determination and bravery. Topics /
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1066644 : Little Ash Big break! by Barty, Ash & McGaughey, Jasmin & Godwin, Jade (ill) Ash can't WAIT for family beach day. All the cousins play beachside tennis, and the winner gets to choose dessert. But Ali has broken her wrist! Will Ash find a way to include Ali in the FUN? 3-4 booklist |
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1209906 : Little bones by Bigna, Sandy Bones has a fascination with drawing animal skeletons and collecting small dead things. Her friends think she's weird and Bones is on her own after losing her brother in an accident. Her mum has gone too. When a tiny baby bird comes back to life Bones makes an unexpected friend. How can she let Bird go when she doesn't want to say goodbye? Topics /
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54033 : Little cat and the big red bus by Godwin, Jane & Walker, Anna (ill) Cat has to catch the bus to school with her sister but her sister sits with her friends and Cat is left to sit alone. One day, when her sister is sick, Cat must catch the bus home on her own. She falls asleep and wakes up to find herself alone in the dark. Topics /
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14959 : Little chef, big curse by Cotton, Tilney Eleven-year-old Matty desperately wants to be a famous chef and escape his horrible aunty. His opportunity comes when a grand cook-off is held, to see who can entice the finicky princess to eat. Unwittingly, the princess is the victim of an alien curse, designed to leave a foul taste in her mouth. Topics /
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54492 : Little mouse, the red ripe strawberry, and the big hungry bear, The by Wood, Audrey & Wood, Don (ill) The little mouse will do anything to save his big, ripe strawberry from the big, hungry bear. K-2 booklist |
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660430 : Little Nic's big day by Naitanui, Nic & Anaya, Fatima (ill) Nic is nervous about his first day. of school.. but with the help of his mum and a whole class of new friends, it might just be the best day ever. Topics /
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846109 : Little Nic's big world by Naitanui, Nic & Anaya, Fatima (ill) When Nic's Bubu (Grandma) helps him make a cassava cake for the school fete, he tries very hard to keep it safe, but there are a lot of distractions. Topics /
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5325 : Little paws: Meg's big mystery by Black, Jess In Meg's Big Mystery, the second book in the Little Paws series, training of four-month-old Meg is going well until she becomes sick, and must stay in the veterinary hospital until her illness is diagnosed. Meg's young trainer, Lachie, decides to apply his school research assignment to the task of solving the mystery. With the help of his best mate, Lachie puts his best detective skills to the test, backtracking Meg's weekend activities. Topics /
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969647 : Little people, big dreams: J. R. R Tolkien by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Cushley, Aaron (ill) In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of J. R. R. Tolkien, author and forefather of the fantasy genre. 3-4 booklist |
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6427 : Little people, big dreams: Ada Lovelace by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Yamamoto, Zafouko (ill) Meet Ada Lovelace, the British mathematician and daughter of poet Lord Byron. From her early love of logic, to her plans for the worlds first computer program, learn about Ada's life in this beautifully illustrated biography. 3-4 booklist |
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3876 : Little people, big dreams: Agatha Christie by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Munso, Elisa (ill) Learn all about Agatha Christie, who taught herself to read at the age of five, on her journey to becoming the most famous crime writer of all time. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Agatha's life at the back. 3-4 booklist |
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734408 : Little people, big dreams: Alan Turing by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Lindsay, Ashling (ill) Discover the life of Alan Turing, the genius code cracker and father of theoretical computer science and artificial intelligence. 3-4 booklist |
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846720 : Little people, big dreams: Albert Einstein by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Claude, Jean (ill) Learn about the incredible life of Albert Einstein, the inspiring theoretical physicist, in this book from the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series. 3-4 booklist |
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953044 : Little people, big dreams: Alexander von Humboldt by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Agar, Sally (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Alexander von Humboldt, the botanist and adventurer. 3-4 booklist |
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1080710 : Little people, big dreams: Amanda Gorman by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Monyei, Queenbe (ill) Meet Amanda Gorman, America's astounding young poet and activist. 3-4 booklist |
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1271 : Little people, big dreams: Amelia Earhart by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Diamantes, Maria (ill) Find out about Amelia Earhart, whose strong will and self-belief helped her overcome prejudice and technical problems to become the first female flyer to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean. 3-4 booklist |
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806036 : Little people, big dreams: Andy Warhol by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hunt, Timothy (ill) Little Andy was the tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple from Slovakia who lived in Pittsburgh. Sketchbook glued to his hand, he loved every minute of drawing, but he was too shy to show his work to others, even to his family! As an adult he showed the world that the ordinary objects could POP, and founded a cultural movement. This moving 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 inspiring artist's life. 3-4 booklist |
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942002 : Little people, big dreams: Anna Pavlova by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Downing, Sue (ill) Little Anna fell in love with ballet after watching a performance with her mother. At the age of just nine-years-old, she auditioned for the famous Imperial Ballet! But... she was rejected. The set-back didn't stop Anna -- she auditioned again a year later and was accepted into the company. Although ballet was her passion, it didn't always come easily to her, and she worked fiercely to become the best. After her training was complete, she performed across Russia and later formed her own company with which she toured the world. The story of Anna Pavlova, one of the greatest dancers to have ever lived, teaches us that with hard work, our talents can take us wherever we want to go. 3-4 booklist |
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581522 : Little people, big dreams: Anne Frank by Sanchez Vegara, M.Isabel & Dorosheva, Sveta (ill) Little Anne was born in Germany to a liberal Jewish family. But when the Nazis came into power she was forced to go into hiding with her family. With innovative illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. 3-4 booklist |
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806057 : Little people, big dreams: Aretha Franklin by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Blackwell, Amy (ill) The fourth of five children, Aretha was born in Tennessee and took the stage at an early age in her father's church choir. She went on to become the best-selling rhythm and blues singer of all time, and the first woman to be installed in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This moving 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 broadcaster's life. 3-4 booklist |
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734420 : Little people, big dreams: Astrid Lindgren by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hunter, Linzie (ill) Discover how Astrid Lindgren grew up to become one of the world's best-loved authors, and the creator of the irresistible Pippi Longstocking. 3-4 booklist |
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6436 : Little people, big dreams: Audrey Hepburn by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Arrazola, Amaia (ill) In the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the lives of outstanding people from designers and artists to scientists. All of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. This book follows the life of Audrey Hepburn, from her early life during World War Two, to ballet school, her acting career and UNICEF work. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Audrey's life at the back. 3-4 booklist |
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806096 : Little people, big dreams: Ayrton Senna by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Griffiths, Alex G (ill) From the moment his father gave four-year-old Ayrton Senna a go-kart, he was in love with racing. Showing promise from an early age, Ayrton would go on to take the Formula One world by storm, winning championship after championship and becoming one of the greatest drivers in the sport's history. Off the track, he championed education for the underprivileged in Brazil, his home country. 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 superstar driver's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1080714 : Little people, big dreams: Beyonce by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Orlando, Jade (ill) Discover the inspiring life of Beyonce, the chart-topping superstar. 3-4 booklist |
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806104 : Little people, big dreams: Billie Jean King by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Sofroniou, Miranda (ill) Meet Billie Jean King, the tennis star who has dedicated her life to breaking barriers both on and off the tennis court. This moving 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 amazing sportswoman's life. 3-4 booklist |
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734423 : Little people, big dreams: Bob Dylan by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Roset, Conrad (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the inspiring story of this iconic singer-songwriter, poet and artist. 3-4 booklist |
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734541 : Little people, big dreams: Bruce Lee by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Bustos, Miguel (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Bruce Lee, the martial artist and Hollywood film star. 3-4 booklist |
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806140 : Little people, big dreams: Captain Tom Moore by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Jacques, Christophe (ill) Once there was a humble boy from Yorkshire, England called Tom, who was born with his feet firmly on the ground. His determination and courage saw him and his comrades through the worst crisis the world had ever known: World War Two. So when a new crisis struck in 2020, just before his 100th birthday, Captain Tom knew just what to do. Aiming to raise $2,000 for the UK's National Health Service by walking 100 laps of his garden, his story soon became known all over the world, with people donating so much that he quickly raised over $54 million! Captain Tom's story shows us that, by coming together, we can dream bigger than ever, and that when the going gets tough, you just have to keep on walking. 3-4 booklist |
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806260 : Little people, big dreams: Charles Darwin by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hoffman, Mark (ill) Meet Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn't do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans, and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever lived, and a hero to those who dare to think differently. 3-4 booklist |
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1080715 : Little people, big dreams: Charles Dickens by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Ross, Isobel (ill) Discover the life of Charles Dickens, the influential author. 3-4 booklist |
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13879 : Little people, big dreams: Coco Chanel by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) Find out about Coco Chanel, from her early life in an orphanage, where she was a genius with needle and thread, to her time as a cabaret singer, hat maker, and, eventually, international fashion designer. 3-4 booklist |
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806350 : Little people, big dreams: Corazon Aquino by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hsu, Ginnie (ill) Meet Corazon Aquino, the first female president of the Philippines. As a young woman and wife, she and her family felt compelled to speak out against the unjust leader who was ruining their country. Showing bravery, reliability, and honesty, she led the revolution that ended the dictator's rule and went on to become the president of the Philippines. This moving 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 politician's life. 3-4 booklist |
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806354 : Little people, big dreams: David Attenborough by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Noh, Mikyo (ill) Meet David Attenborough, the inspiring broadcaster and conservationist. Little David grew up in Leicester on the campus of a university, where his father was a professor. As a child, he spent hours in the science library, collating his own specimens and creating a mini animal museum. When he was old enough to go to university, he studied science and zoology -- but what he wanted most of all was to be close to the animals he was studying. So, he started working in television, visiting animals in their natural habitats, and telling the world the untold stories of these animals. This moving 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 broadcaster's life. 3-4 booklist |
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617334 : Little people, big dreams: David Bowie by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) As a child, young David had a head full of songs and ideas. He was inspired by the pop and mod scenes in Britain to pick up the saxophone. After earning his stripes in some of the coolest bands in London, David splashed onto the solo scene. His songwriting talent and musical skill made him one of rock and roll's all-time greatest artists. Topics /
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946759 : Little people, big dreams: David Hockney by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) Read about the incredible life of David Hockney, the inspirational British artist. 3-4 booklist |
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806366 : Little people, big dreams: Dolly Parton by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Solak, Daria (ill) Meet Dolly Parton, the singer-songwriter and businesswoman. Little Dolly grew up in Tennessee in a family "as poor as dirt." She started performing at an early age, singing on local radio and television. After graduating high school, she moved to Nashville to pursue her singing dreams. Her managers wanted her to sing pop, but she followed her heart to sing and write country songs. Her heart was right -- Dolly became a musical superstar, but she never forgot where she came from. She now uses her wealth to give back to people, children, and animals in need. This moving 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 singer's life. 3-4 booklist |
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983340 : Little People, Big Dreams: Dwayne Johnson by Sanchez Vegara, M.Isabel & Bou, Lirios (ill) 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 this athlete and actor's life. 3-4 booklist |
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6433 : Little people, big dreams: Ella Fitzgerald by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Alca, Barbara (ill) Meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all time. This mini biography charts Ella's life, from her early singing days on the streets of Harlem, to her success as a jazz legend, with the message: 'It's not where you come from, but where you're going that counts.' This inspiring story of the First Lady of Song features a facts and photos section at the back. 3-4 booklist |
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806370 : Little people, big dreams: Elton John by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Beer, Sophie (ill) Meet Elton John, the piano wizard who rocketed to stardom with his music. As a child, Elton started playing his grandmother's piano in Harrow, London. He could pick tunes out by ear and was soon attending lessons at the Royal Academy. After answering an advertisement in a newspaper, Elton teamed up with a lyric-writing buddy: Bernie Taupin. The rest was history. Elton's songwriting talent, musical skill, and dazzling outfits have made him one of the all-time greats. This moving 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 musician's life. 3-4 booklist |
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939108 : Little people, big dreams: Elvis Presley by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Elvis, the King of Rock 'n' Roll. 3-4 booklist |
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6441 : Little people, big dreams: Emmeline Pankhurst by Kaiser, Lisbeth & Sanfelippo, Ana (ill) As a child, Emmeline Pankhurst was shocked at the inequality of men and women that she saw all around her. When she grew up, she never stopped fighting for women to get the vote, inspiring other women to demonstrate, go on hunger strike and protest for the cause. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Emmeline's life at the back. 3-4 booklist |
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806371 : Little people, big dreams: Ernest Shackleton by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Holden, Olivia (ill) Meet Ernest Shackleton, the fearless Antarctic adventurer. When Ernest Shackleton was young, he longed for a life of adventure. After a career in the Merchant Navy, he joined a landmark expedition to try to reach the South Pole for the first time in history. Although he had to go home early, he never gave up. His own expeditions set new records for the closest anyone had ever been to the South Pole, and he is remembered now as a courageous and inspirational leader. This exciting 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 intrepid explorer's life. 3-4 booklist |
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734564 : Little people, big dreams: Evonne Goolagong by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Koesterke, Lisa (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Evonne Goolagong, the inspiring indigenous Australian tennis player. 3-4 booklist |
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1080716 : Little people, big dreams: Florence Nightingale by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Garrity-Riley, Kelsey (ill) In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing. 3-4 booklist |
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1080717 : Little people, big dreams: Freddie Mercury by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Taylor, Ruby (ill) Meet Freddie Mercury, the trailblazing musician who rocked the world! 3-4 booklist |
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19530 : Little people, big dreams: Frida Kahlo by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Fan, Eng Gee (ill) Find out about Frida Kahlo, whose desire to study medicine was destroyed by a childhood accident. Frida began painting from her bed and produced over one hundred and forty works, culminating in a solo exhibition in America. 3-4 booklist |
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6423 : Little people, big dreams: Georgia O'Keeffe by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Salcedo, Erica (ill) As a child, little Georgia viewed the world differently from other people. She roamed outdoors with her sketch book, while other girls played. As an adult, she painted all day. From New York City to New Mexico, she was influenced by the landscapes of her environment. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. 3-4 booklist |
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859458 : Little people, big dreams: Gloria Steinem by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Perini, Lucila (ill) Meet Gloria Steinem, the world's most famous feminist. 3-4 booklist |
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700332 : little people, big dreams: Greta Thunberg by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Weckmann, Anke (ill) When young Greta learned of the climate crisis she stopped talking. She couldn't understand why people in power were not doing anything to save our Earth. One day she started striking from school in her 'School Strike for Climate'. Soon, lots more young people joined her in a global movement that shook adults and politicians alike. She had found her voice and uses it to inspire humans to action with her powerful message: "No one is too small to make a difference." 3-4 booklist |
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806374 : Little people, big dreams: Hans Christian Andersen by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Lee-Mackie, Maxine (ill) Meet Hans Christian Andersen, the father of fairy tales. When Hans Christian Andersen was a little boy, he treated storybooks as jewels to be treasured. He wanted to perform on stage, but was always cast as the troll. Luckily, through theater, he found a love for writing. He wrote about both the ordinary and fantastic, in stories like "The Ugly Duckling" and "The Little Mermaid," never talking down to children. This enchanting 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 writer's life. 3-4 booklist |
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6448 : Little people, big dreams: Harriet Tubman by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Aguado, Pili (ill) Little Harriet was born into slavery in Maryland and laboured in the fields from the age of 12. But as an adult, she escaped, freeing herself before returning back to lead hundreds of enslaved African Americans to freedom with great bravery and courage. Harriet sacrificed so much of her life for others, eventually working for the army in the Civil War and then promoting women's voting rights until she retired in Auburn, New York. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. 3-4 booklist |
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992898 : Little people, big dreams: Harry Houdini by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Vdo, Juliana (ill) Meet Harry Houdini, one of the most famous entertainers to have ever lived. 3-4 booklist |
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1080721 : Little people, big dreams: Hedy Lamarr by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Cole, Maggie (ill) From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Hedy Lamarr, the actress and inventor whose curiosity broke boundaries. 3-4 booklist |
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983341 : Little people, big dreams: Helen Keller by Sanchez Vegara, M.Isabel & Rudd, Sam (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the true story of Helen Keller. 3-4 booklist |
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1080722 : Little people, big dreams: Iris Apfel by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Barnhart, Kristen (ill) Meet Iris Apfel, the vivacious (and accidental) fashion icon. 3-4 booklist |
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587833 : Little people, big dreams: Jane Austen by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Wilson, Katie (ill) Little Jane grew up in a big family that loved learning and she often read from her father's library. In her teenage years she began to write in bound notebooks and craft her own novels. As an adult, Jane created stories that shone a light on the English upper classes and provided a witty social commentary of the time, creating a new dialogue for female characters in books. 3-4 booklist |
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6425 : Little people, big dreams: Jane Goodall by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Cerocchi (ill) As an adult, Jane travelled to Tanzania to study chimpanzees in a new way - by living with them in their habitat. This is how Jane made many discoveries that people had missed. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. 3-4 booklist |
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734565 : Little people, big dreams: Jean-Michel Basquiat by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Lozano, Luciano,(ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat, the graffiti street art movement pioneer. 3-4 booklist |
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734566 : Little people, big dreams: Jesse Owens by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Jansen, Anna Katharina (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Jesse Owens, the great track and field star. 3-4 booklist |
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806376 : Little people, big dreams: John Lennon by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Brommel, Octavia (ill) Meet John Lennon, the boy from Liverpool who dreamed of peace. When John Lennon formed a band while still in school, he couldn't have known they were about to change music forever. With their exciting new sounds, rebel attitudes and gift for songwriting, everyone went crazy for The Beatles. Today, John is remembered not just as a musical icon, but as a champion of world peace. 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 legendary Beatle's life. 3-4 booklist |
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581521 : Little people, big dreams: Josephine Baker by Sanchez Vegara, M.Isabel & Sorlet, Agathe (ill) Little Josephine grew up in St Louis, Missouri during segregation. But Josephine loved to dance and perform and dreamed of being on stage. When she grew up, Josephine defied expectations and left for Paris, where audiences fell in love with her. She fought against segregation her whole life and kept going with style, whatever was thrown in her way. With stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, this empowering series celebrates the important life stories of wonderful women of the world. From designers and artists to scientists, all of them went on to achieve incredible things, yet all of them began life as a little child with a dream. 3-4 booklist |
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867895 : Little people, big dreams: Kamala Harris by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Semmer, Laura (ill) Meet Kamala Harris, the first woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American to be elected Vice President of the USA Little Kamala used to accompany her parents to civil rights marches in California, tied to her sister's stroller so she wouldn't get lost. From an early age, she dreamed of becoming a lawyer to help people in need. At university, Kamala felt like she could do anything and everything. She earned a law degree to make sure the most vulnerable were protected by justice. Kamala's life was full of firsts, including becoming the first woman, Black woman, and South Asian American to be elected Vice President. As Kamala stated to little girls everywhere in her speech- she may be the first but she won't be the last. 3-4 booklist |
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1273249 : Little people, big dreams: Katherine Johnson by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Cushley, Aaron (ill) Little Katherine loved learning and her favourite subject was maths. In class, she worked so hard that she was able to move up to high school four years early! Due to the racist laws of the time, Katherine's family had to move town for her to go to a school where Black students were admitted. After high school and college, she was accepted to one of West Virginia's top universities and was the first Black woman to attend. In 1953, she joined the US space agency, which later became NASA. Alongside other talented African American women, Katherine's mathematical skills were essential to the early successes of the space programme. She was part of the team that planned the Apollo 11 mission which landed the first people on the moon! Katherine's tenacity and expertise led to the dawn of a new era for humankind, making her an inspiration to all of us. Topics /
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1072430 : Little people, big dreams: King Charles by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hunt, Matt (ill) Discover the life of King Charles! 3-4 booklist |
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1151960 : Little people, big dreams: Kylie Minogue by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Gibbon, Rebecca (ill) Discover the life of Kylie Minogue, the Australian princess of pop! 3-4 booklist |
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734569 : Little people, big dreams: L M Montgomery by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Allepuz, Anuska (ill) From the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Lucy Maud Montgomery, the famous Canadian author of Anne of Green Gables. 3-4 booklist |
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1151961 : Little people, big dreams: Laverne Cox by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Coles, Olivia Daisy (ill) Discover the life of Laverne Cox, the actress and trans pioneer. 3-4 booklist |
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1151962 : Little people, big dreams: Lenny Henry by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Ewen, Diane (ill) Discover the incredible life of Sir Lenny Henry, the multi-talented comedian, actor, writer and activist. 3-4 booklist |
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1019803 : Little people, big dreams: Leo Messi by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Gavilan, Florencia (ill) In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Leo Messi, one of the worlds most skilled and celebrated footballers 3-4 booklist |
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1151966 : Little people, big dreams: Lewis Hamilton by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Martin, Fernando (ill) Meet Lewis Hamilton, seven time Formula One world champion! 3-4 booklist |
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976299 : Little people, big dreams: Louis Pasteur by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Laslo, Shelly (ill) Discover the life of Louis Pasteur, the French chemist and the father of modern medicine. 3-4 booklist |
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806377 : Little people, big dreams: Louise Bourgeois by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Perez Garcia, Helena (ill) Meet Louise Bourgeois, the inspiring French-American sculptor and installation artist. When Louise was a little girl, her mother died. She learned to express her feelings through drawing -- and when she grew up, she turned these drawings into sculpture, confronting her own fears through art. This moving 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 artist's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1151970 : Little people, big dreams: Mae Jemison by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Morton, Janna (ill) Discover the life of Mae Jemison, scientist, astronaut and the first ever black woman in space. 3-4 booklist |
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616982 : Little people, big dreams: Mahatma Gandhi by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Arrayas, Albert (ill) As a young teenager in India, Gandhi led a rebellious life and went against his parents' values. But as a young man, he started to form beliefs of his own that harked back to the Hindu principles of his childhood. Topics /
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806379 : Little people, big dreams: Malala Yousafzai by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Mirza, Manal (ill) Meet Malala Yousafzai, the incredible activist for girls' education and the youngest Nobel Prize laureate. 3-4 booklist |
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1151972 : Little people, big dreams: Marcus Rashford by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Karsten, Guilherme (ill) Discover the incredible life of Marcus Rashford, the world-famous footballer and campaigner against child hunger. 3-4 booklist |
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6447 : Little people, big dreams: Maria Montessori by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Martin, Raquel (ill) Maria grew up in Italy at a time when girls didn't receive an equal education to boys. But Maria's mother was supportive of her dreams, and Maria went on to study medicine. She later became an early years expert - founding schools with her revolutionary educational theories and changing the lives of many children. This moving 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 educator's life. 3-4 booklist |
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3873 : Little people, big dreams: Marie Curie by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Isa, Frau (ill) Learn all about Marie Curie, whose love of learning helped her to revolutionise the fight against cancer with her discovery of radium and polonium. This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Marie's life at the back. 3-4 booklist |
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990560 : Little People, Big Dreams: Marilyn Monroe by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) Meet Marilyn Monroe, the iconic movie star. 3-4 booklist |
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763419 : Little People, Big Dreams: Martin Luther King Jr by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Degnan, Mai Ly (ill) Little Martin grew up in Atlanta to a long line of preachers: his dad was a preacher, his uncle was a preacher, his grandfather was a preacher...so maybe he'd become a great preacher, too. One day, a friend invited him to play at his house. Martin was shocked when his mother wouldn't let him in because he was black. That day he realized there was something terribly unfair going on. Martin believed that no-one should remain silent and accept something if it's wrong. And he promised himself that - when he grew up - he'd fight injustice with the most powerful weapon of all: words. 3-4 booklist |
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806380 : Little people, big dreams: Mary Anning by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Matigot, Popy (ill) Meet Mary Anning, the first paleontologist, and daring fossil hunter. When Mary was little, her family was very poor. She used to help her dad to comb for shells and bones up high on dangerous cliffs. After receiving a book as a gift from a kind benefactor, Mary learned all about fossils. She continued to hunt for them and made the startling discovery of a complete skeleton of an ichthyosaur. Sadly, she wasn't allowed to study along with all the other men, but she carried on making her own discoveries -- including dinosaur poo! -- and advising the Geological Society when they needed help. It took a lifetime to receive recognition but we all remember her now as the mother of paleontology. This roar-some 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 paleontologist's life. 3-4 booklist |
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660040 : Little people, big dreams: Mary Shelley by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Bryksenkova, Yelena (ill) When Mary Shelley was a little girl, she used to write stories beneath the trees in her garden. As an adult, Mary was inspired by this same imagination to create a ghost story, which became the famous novel: Frankenstein. This gripping 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 novelists life. 3-4 booklist |
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1606 : Little people, big dreams: Maya Angelou by Kaiser, Lisbeth & Salaberria, Leire (ill) Find out about Maya Angelou, from her early traumatic childhood to her time as a singer, actress, civil rights campaigner until she became one of America's most beloved writers. 3-4 booklist |
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806382 : Little people, big dreams: Megan Rapinoe by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Morgan, Paula (ill) Meet Megan Rapinoe, the world record-breaking soccer player and activist in this inspiring book, featuring stylish and quirky illustrations and a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the US co-captain's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1028913 : Little People, big dreams: Michael Jordan by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Harris, Lo (ill) Meet Michael Jordan, one of the greatest all-time basketball players. 3-4 booklist |
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1127455 : Little people, big dreams: Michelle Obama by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Saine, Mia (ill) Meet Michelle Obama, the iconic first lady, advocate, lawyer, and author. This empowering 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 inspiring woman's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1152233 : Little people, big dreams: Mindy Kaling by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Nozari, Roza (ill) Meet Mindy Kaling, the actor, writer, producer, and director. 3-4 booklist |
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581523 : Little people, big dreams: Mother Teresa by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Rosenberg, Natascha (ill) Agnes (later to become Mother Teresa) was born in Skopje, Macedonia. From an early age, she knew she wanted to dedicate herself to religion. She was fascinated by stories of missionaries helping people and wanted to do the same. She spent the rest of her life caring for the sick and poor around the world and is now remembered as Saint Teresa of Calcutta. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of Mother Teresa's amazing life. 3-4 booklist |
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1081893 : Little People, Big dreams: Mozart by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Visirin, Lia (ill) Discover the incredible life of Mozart, world-renowned classical musician and composer. 3-4 booklist |
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6451 : Little people, big dreams: Muhammad Ali by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Brosmind (ill) When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief, but a policeman told him him to learn how to box first. After training hard in the gym, Muhammad developed a strong jab and an even stronger work ethic. His smart thinking and talking earned him the greatest title in boxing: Heavyweight Champion of the World. This moving 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 Greatest's' life. 3-4 booklist |
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1007492 : Little people, big dreams: Neil Armstrong by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Jacques, Christophe (ill) Discover the life of Neil Armstrong, the first person to walk on the moon. 3-4 booklist |
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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 |
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927250 : Little people, big dreams: Nikola Tesla by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Mostov, Alexander (ill) Discover the life of Nikola Tesla, the scientist and inventor whose groundbreaking inventions we continue to use today. 3-4 booklist |
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1152240 : Little people, big dreams: Olive Morris by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Durand, Aurelia (ill) Discover the life of Olive Morris, the social justice activist and campaigner. 3-4 booklist |
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1027460 : Little People, big dreams: Pablo Picasso by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Bellon, Teresa (ill) Meet Pablo Picasso, one of the world's greatest artists in the 20th century. 3-4 booklist |
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806386 : Little people, big dreams: Pele by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Rosa, Camila (ill) Meet Pele, Brazil's all-time King of Soccer. With a sock full of rags for a ball, Pele honed his skills in a poor neighbourhood in Brazil. He believed that, one day, he would lead his country to World Cup victory --and he was right! With Pele and his super skills on the team, Brazil lifted the trophy three times. Today, he is widely regarded as the greatest soccer player who ever lived -- and a hero off the pitch, too, using his voice to help the people who need it most. 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 King's life. 3-4 booklist |
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806407 : Little people, big dreams: Prince by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Cachetejack (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history. 3-4 booklist |
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1076456 : Little People, big dreams: Princess Diana by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Khosla, Archita Discover the life of Princess Diana, the world's most loved princess. 3-4 booklist |
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986270 : Little people, big dreams: Queen Elizabeth by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Lee Johnson, Melissa (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-reigning monarch of modern times. 3-4 booklist |
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6446 : Little people, big dreams: Rosa Parks by Kaiser, Lisbeth & Antelo, Marta (ill) All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. Rosa Parks grew up during segregation in Alabama, but she was taught to respect herself and stand up for her rights. In 1955, Rosa refused to give up her seat to a white man on a segregated bus, sparking the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Her decision had a huge impact on civil rights, eventually leading to the end of segregation on public transport. Rosa has been described as The Mother of the Freedom Movement; this inspiring story of her life features facts and photos. 3-4 booklist |
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1086410 : Little people, big dreams: Rosalind franklin by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Wilkinson, Naomi (ill) Meet Rosalind Franklin, the scientist who was crucial to the discovery of the double helix in DNA. 3-4 booklist |
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734571 : Little people, big dreams: Rudolf Nureyev by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Arosio, Eleonora (ill) New in the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest male ballet dancers of all time. 3-4 booklist |
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806409 : Little people, big dreams: RuPaul by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Holmes, Wednesday (ill) Meet RuPaul, the shape-shifter, performer, supermodel, and host of RuPaul's Drag Race. Even before little Ru was born, a fortune teller told his mom that he would one day be famous... It was only a matter of time before he figured out how. Playing dress-up was his favourite game, and that's where he felt most comfortable. Ru went on to study performing arts and then moved to New York to mix things up in a punk band. Later, drag was a way to express himself as an artist. He found success for himself, then wanted to help others find theirs. He inspires us to do what feels right and love ourselves. 3-4 booklist |
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1015758 : Little people, big dreams: Ruth Bader Ginsburg by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Orosz, Judit (ill) Meet Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the American supreme court justice. 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 climate justice's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1152378 : Little people, big dreams: Sally Ride by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Millgram, Alona (ill) Be inspired by the life of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. 3-4 booklist |
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982214 : Little people, big dreams: Shakira by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Diez, Laura (ill) Read all about the life of Shakira, one of the biggest pop stars ever, and a champion of Spanish-language music 3-4 booklist |
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806415 : Little people, big dreams: Simone De Beauvoir by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Roussey, Christine (ill) Meet Simone de Beauvoir, the great French philosopher and mother of feminism. When Simone de Beauvoir was a little girl, her father would proudly boast that she had the brain of a man -- whatever that meant. But later, after years of studying, Simone would write a book that challenged the role of women in society, sending shock waves around the world. 3-4 booklist |
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1151702 : Little people, big dreams: Stan Lee by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Albero, Ana (ill) Be inspired by the amazing life of Stan Lee, the comic book genius who created Spider-Man, The Hulk and Iron Man! Topics /
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6456 : Little people, big dreams: Stephen Hawking by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Hunt, Matt (ill) When Stephen Hawking was a little boy, he used to stare up at the stars and wonder about the universe. Although he was never top of the class, his curiosity took him to the best universities in England: Oxford and Cambridge. It also led him to make one of the biggest scientific discoveries of the 20th century: Hawking radiation. This moving 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 brilliant physicist's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1151698 : Little people, big dreams: Steve Irwin by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Ross, Sonny (ill) Discover the incredible life of Steve Irwin, animal lover and wildlife conservationist. Topics /
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806417 : Little people, big dreams: Steve Jobs by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Lewis, Aura (ill) Meet Steve Jobs, the visionary whose ideas still shape the world. Steve Jobs grew up surrounded by inventors, in sunny Silicon Valley, California. He and his friend Stephen Wozniak channelled their love of computers into their own inventions, building a successful company from Steve's garage. Steve thought that computers were the future, and his big ideas would transform the world and the way people use technology. 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 brilliant businessman's life. 3-4 booklist |
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806418 : Little people, big dreams: Stevie Wonder by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Johnson, Melissa Lee (ill) Meet Stevie Wonder, the genius behind some of the world's best-loved songs. At just 8 years old, it was clear that Steveland Judkins was going to be a star. Renamed Stevie Wonder for his astonishing talent on the piano and other instruments, he wrote and performed some of the biggest hits of the 1970s. Stevie became known for his inventiveness, his soulful voice, and the social commentary in his lyrics. He is a UN Messenger of Peace and remains one of the music world's most iconic figures. 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 great musician's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1151661 : Little people, big dreams: Taylor Swift by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Fallberg, Borghild (ill) Inspire kids with the glittering story of pop superstar Taylor Swift! This talented singer-songwriter started as a little country girl with a big dream to become a star. 3-4 booklist |
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1151662 : Little people, big dreams: Tenzing Norgay by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Tulachan, Bandana (ill) Discover the life of Tenzing Norgay, one of the first two people to reach the summit of Mount Everest in 1953. 3-4 booklist |
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1151694 : Little people, big dreams: Terry Fox by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Connor, T (ill) Discover the life of Terry Fox, the legendary Canadian who ran the Marathon of Hope. 3-4 booklist |
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1151693 : Little people, big dreams: Usain Bolt by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Crosbie, Karen (ill) Growing up in a rural town in Jamaica, Usain was a standout cricketeer and sprinter from a young age. His speed was noticed by coaches, and by the age of 14, he was wowing fans with his lightning speed. He took the world by storm at the 2008 Beijing Olympics when he broke numerous records and he became the fastest man ever at the World Championships in 2009 with a time of 9.58 seconds. Despite the pressure and even a few off-days, Usain continued to be monumental in his achievements. Usain's story teaches us that any dream is achievable if you put your mind to it, regardless of what others may say. 3-4 booklist |
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1151669 : Little people, big dreams: Vanessa Nakate by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Amoah, Olivia (ill) Discover the incredible life of Vanessa Nakate, the Ugandan climate-justice activist. 3-4 booklist |
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6465 : Little people, big dreams: Vivienne Westwood by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Callaghan, Laura (ill) When Vivienne was young, she wasn't sure how a working class girl from England could make a living in the art world. But after discovering her passion for design and jewellery making, she erupted onto the fashion scene with a bang. Vivienne's designs became iconic, and she became famous for letting her clothes speak for themselves. This moving 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 designer's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1151668 : Little people, big dreams: Wilma Mankiller by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Bowman, Alexandra (ill) In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Wilma Mankiller, the first woman to be elected as Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation. 3-4 booklist |
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628194 : Little people, big dreams: Wilma Rudolph by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Flower, Amelia (ill) Wilma was born into a family with 22 brothers and sisters, in the segregated southern states of America. She contracted polio in her early years and her doctors said she would never walk again. But Wilma persisted with treatment, and she recovered her strength by the age of 12. At school, Wilma showed a talent for basketball and sprinting, earning the nickname 'Skeeter' (mosquito) as she ran so fast. Wilma was in college when she went to the 1960 Olympics. She not only won gold in sprint events, but also broke world records with her sprinting skill. She had beaten polio to become an Olympic champion. She is a huge inspiration to many women in sports around the world. This moving 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 athlete's life. 3-4 booklist |
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1151665 : Little people, big dreams: Yoko Ono by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Abe, Momoko (ill) When Yoko was little, she had everything she could dream of in Japan, except time with her busy parents. She used to write wishes and tie them to the branches of the trees in the local temple to be less alone. When war broke out, Yoko was often hungry and had to use her imagination to transport her. After the war, she made her way to New York to meet free spirits and study art. She worked as artist, and hosted gatherings with her trailblazing friends, and then one day, John Lennon came to see her work. And together, they imagined a better world. 3-4 booklist |
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734575 : Little people, big dreams: Zaha Hadid by Sanchez Vegara, Maria Isabel & Fan, Amar, Asun (ill) New in the critically acclaimed Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Zaha Hadid, the Queen of Architecture. 3-4 booklist |
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44751 : Little Red Ute and the big race by Lewis, Mitch & Ziersch, Nahum (ill) Little Red Ute is entering his first Ute Cup race. Purple Pickup is back to see if he can claim a fourth victory. He looks very menacing as Little Red Ute takes his place beside him on the track. Topics /
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3939 : Littlest Bigfoot, The by Weiner, Jennifer How would it feel to find out that there was another world out there, a world beneath the world, hidden away like the secret caramel centre of a chocolate or a pearl tucked in an oyster's shell? A world where Alice could be accepted, even loved? To know that the world existed, but that she could never go there, that the doors would always be locked against her...Millie didn't want to think about it. 7-9 booklist |
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32929 : Littlest dinosaur's big adventure, The by Foreman, Michael When the littlest dinosaur goes for a walk, he does not expect to find himself in the middle of a big, dark forest. Soon, he is very frightened. But, when he finds someone else who is afraid, the littlest dinosaur knows he has to be brave. K-2 booklist |
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102157 : Maisy big, Maisy small by Cousins, Lucy Explore opposites with Maisy in this book. K-2 booklist |
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102789 : Maisy's amazing big book of words by Cousins, Lucy This mega-Maisy book is bursting with pictures and words. K-2 booklist |
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777925 : Michaela Mason's big list of 22 worries by Moses, Alexa I've been making lists ever since I could write. It relaxes me. By writing my worries down, I feel as if I'm removing them from my mind and leaving them on the paper. My secret worry list is the big boss of lists. Right now, there are 23 worries on it. New school. New Town. 23 worries. Topics /
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849498 : Michaela Mason's big list of camp worries by Moses, Alexa A heartwarming story about a year 5 student who suffers from major anxieties. She is about to embark on the stage 3 camp of a lifetime but could think of nothing worse. She has created a BIG LIST of all the reasons why she should not attend. If that isn't enough, there is a drought in their hometown and Michaela is desperately encouraging everyone to save water. What if it never rains again? What if the town runs out of water and they won't be able to shower or wash their hands anymore? What if there are spiders at camp? What if an escaped prisoner breaks into camp? There are so many what ifs in life - how is Michaela Mason ever going to relax and enjoy life? Making lists is one way to help Michaela deal with so many challenges. Topics /
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26699 : Middle school: My brother is a big, fat liar by Patterson, James Georgia plans to excel at Hills Village Middle School in all the places her troublemaking brother failed. She's bet him that she'll become one of the most popular girls. But Rafe left a big mark and no one will give Georgia a chance. Rafe has sneakily signed up her band to play at the school dance, and she's terrified to embarrass herself in front of the snooty Princesses who run the school and the boy who's caught her eye. Will she be able to overcome her fears and win her bet with Rafe. 7-9 booklist |
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1019714 : Mini and Milo: The big flappy ears by Dimos, Venita & Curtin, Natashia (ill) Mini's ears are bigger than big and huger than huge... but she has a problem. They aren't very good at listening. When Mini misses out on the excursion, she realises that maybe her ears aren't the problem after all. It's not the size or shape of your ears that count, but using them! K-2 booklist |
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7045 : Moli det bigibigi (Molly the pig) by Manbulloo, Karen Written in Kriol and English, this is the story of Molly, a little pig who is rescued from the bush. She's taken back to the community where she finds a happy home. Happy that is apart from the local dogs who keep chasing and frightening her. Moli is greatly loved in her community but what she loves most is Weet Bix. She loves it so much that it's not too long before little Moli is a very big pig indeed. So big, she now chases and frightens the local dogs. All in good fun, of course. Topics /
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15772 : Mr Badger and the big surprise by Hobbs, Leigh Mr Badger is in charge of special events at a splendid, old London hotel. When he and his assistant, Miss Pims, prepare for Miss Sylvia Smothers-Carruthers' seventh birthday party, little does Mr Badger know just what is in store for Sylvia, and for him. Topics /
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3650 : Mr McGee and the big bag of bread by Allen, Pamela One day Mr McGee sets off to visit the zoo. He takes with him a big bag of bread to feed the animals. But when he arrives at the zoo, there's a notice board that says, 'do not feed the animals'. Topics /
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12003 : Mrs Armitage and the big wave by Blake, Quentin Mrs Armitage and her little dog paddle out to surf the Big Wave. Waiting for the wave is boring, hot and maybe even dangerous so she makes frequent return trips to shore to get things. They still may not know what to do when the Big Wave arrives. K-2 booklist |
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15431 : My big book of animals by Voce, Louise A collection of animals, categorised and well-illustrated. K-2 booklist |
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660234 : My big book of Spot by Hill, Eric Join Spot and his friends to find out all about colours, shapes and numbers in this big, bold and beautiful collection of first words and concepts. The playful, conversational text guides the reader through the chunky board pages making early learning interactive and fun. This early learning treasury is the perfect one-stop shop for building a love of books and words in every baby and toddler! K-2 booklist |
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4364 : My dog Bigsy by Lester, Alison Meet my dog Bigsy. He's only small but everyone knows he's the boss. Each morning, he visits the animals on the farm. What a lot of noise. And, all because of Bigsy. Topics /
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14068 : My sister has a big black beard & other quirky verses by Ball, Duncan & Millard, Kerry (ill) Sisters with beards, exploding bullies, a nightmare driving test, a girl whisked away by aliens and poor old Uncle Norm who got sucked up in a lightning storm. A collection of quirky, delicious and outrageously funny poems. 5-6 booklist |
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11206 : Now I am bigger by Clark, Sherryl & Rycroft, Nina (ill) In the first three years of a child's life they learn and experience so much. This is a collection of poems in picture book format arranged to reflect a child's progress through time represented as 'memories' of growing up from birth to two or three years. Topics /
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8300 : Old Tom's big book of beauty by Hobbs, Leigh Angela Throgmorton adores Old Tom, but that doesn't mean that there isn't room for improvement. When she gives him The Big Book of Beauty the results are astonishing. But will The Big Book of Beauty go to Old Tom's head? Topics /
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6770 : Olivia's secret scribbles: the big chicken mystery by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) Olivia gets to take home some of the school chickens. She builds them a lovely new chicken house and feeds them well but what has happened to their eggs? Will Olivia and her friends be able to solve the mystery of the missing eggs? Topics /
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18383 : Our big island by Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane (ill) Take a journey around the Australian coast. Includes information on navigation and map-making featuring Australian landmarks, flora and fauna. Topics /
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13412 : Pearlie and the big doll by Harmer, Wendy & Zarb, Mike (ill) One evening, Pearlie the park fairy finds a lost dolly sitting under a bush. The big doll is very sad because she has lost her little girl. Pearlie doesn't know how to help her but she's sure to find some way. Topics /
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2021 : Possum and wattle: my big book of Australian words by Bancroft, Bronwyn This book explores the natural, rich landscape of Australia through Bundjalung woman's eyes. The Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal words are printed alongside each vibrant image of flora and fauna. A glossary of Indigenous words such as willy-willy, that are now part of everyday use, are included. K-2 booklist |
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707966 : Puffin book of big dreams, The by Puffin Celebrate Puffin's 80 years of magical storytelling with this wonderful collection of brand-new and beloved stories, poems and pictures. 5-6 booklist |
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12499 : Rainbow fish and the big blue whale by Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans.) A big, blue whale loves watching the sparkling fish at play but, because of his size, the little fish are suspicious and think he is planning something bad. The whale, hurt and angry, lashes out at the fish. Rainbow fish must save them. K-2 booklist |
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2324 : Raps 4 big fullas by Ross, Monkey Mark Raps and chants that are written by Indigenous Australians and use Aboriginal English will appeal to Aboriginal children. 7-9 booklist |
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1019820 : Ready, set, big school by Stradling, Jan & Robaard, Jedda (ill) Maurice is getting ready to start big school. He's excited and a bit nervous too. His friends are with him to take this step, to make new friends and begin their learning together. They will face big and little challenges together. Topics /
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17176 : Ruby and Leonard and the great big surprise by Rossell, Judith Leonard and Ruby are working together to create a special surprise. But, when you're a mouse, even the smallest task can be overwhelming and keeping a secret is even harder. Topics /
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101427 : Santa's big red helper by Bridwell, Norman With Clifford helping out Santa Claus, it's going to be a big red Christmas. K-2 booklist |
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941817 : School of Monsters: Frank is a Big Help by Rippin, Sally & Kennett, Chris (ill) Frank always feels like he's in the way. How will he ever be able to help out at school? Welcome to the School of Monsters : the funniest, silliest and most accessible series for first readers, by Australian Children's Laureate Sally Rippin! K-2 booklist |
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1106196 : School of Monsters: Jem's big idea by Rippin, Sally & Kennett, Chris (ill) This is Jem. She likes to play, and thinks up fun new ways each day! Jem is fast, and Jem is strong - but she's always found first in hide and seek! Can she think up a way to win the game? Topics /
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845368 : School of monsters: Pete's big feet by Rippin, Sally & Kennett, Chris Ever since Pete tripped over his long legs and enormous feet, he refuses to run races with the other monsters. But what happens when Jamie Lee gets stuck in the mud down the well? It will take a special someone to help rescue her! Topics /
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7091 : Shock 'em: Stories of the Big River Hawks by Various & Heiss, Anita & Phillips, Sandra R. Shock 'em! is an expression used by the players of the Big River Hawks for when the football hits the opposing player hard and shocks them, and the title of a new book. Eight players have shared some of their stories of their love for football, their heroes and their special places. The stories are full of tension, drama, highs and lows - along with plenty of shock 'em moments - that characterise playing in the biggest game in the AFL annual calendar. 5-6 booklist |
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2664 : Small and big by Collum, Karen & Wood, Ben (ill) Small and Big are best friends but they are very different. During a trip to the city, Big is loud and confident and certain that it's the big things in life that matter. Small is more reserved and finds beauty in the detail. In the city, Small and Big are so fascinated by the things they are seeing, they lose track of each other and, eventually, Small realises he is lost. K-2 booklist |
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5723 : Smallest bilby solves the biggest problem, The by Hilton, Nette & NSW students (ill) Billy Bilby needs the help of his friends with a very important job at Easter. This is an electronic book, viewed on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-mHVegWKtA K-2 booklist |
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7519 : Space scout: the big freeze by Badger, H The year is 2354 and twelve year old Kip Kirby is the youngest ever WorldCorp space scout. Earth is overcrowded and the space scouts are searching the universe for a replacement planet. Kip and his 2IC, Finbar, part human, part Arctic Wolf, visit a cold planet inhabited by tiny dinosaur-like creatures. Topics /
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1209864 : Taronga big book of animals by Taronga Conservation Society Australia Think you know animals? Bet you didn't know... - The most poisonous animal in the world is a frog? - Bilbies can turn over 20 tonnes of soil a year? - Tigers have spikes on their tongues? - Walruses can sing? - Echidna poo is glittery? Explore these and hundreds more funny, surprising, and completely unexpected facts about creatures from all corners of the globe. This book is packed with charming, vibrant illustrations of over 140 creatures and their habitats, guaranteed to capture your imagination. Topics /
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4348 : Tashi and the big stinker by Fienberg, Anna & Barbara & Gamble, Kim (ill) Tashi plots with the wife of Chintu, the giant, to rid the village of his Only Brother, a giant who eats everything in sight, including the villagers! Also, a mysterious stranger is not rewarded for saving the crops, so he returns to seek revenge. Topics /
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903361 : Ten blocks to the big wok by Hu, Ying-Hwa Mia and Uncle Eddie walk ten blocks to their favourite restaurant. Mia counts all the fascinating things that she sees on her walk one giant panda two lion statues three toy turtles. But how many dumplings will she get for grandma? K-2 booklist |
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3573 : Thea Stilton: Big trouble in the Big Apple by Stilton, Thea The Thea Sisters are off to New York City for another fabumouse adventure. Nicky has been training to run the Big Apple Marathon, and her friends are there to support her. While in the city, they visit Pamela's family and have a delicious dinner at the family's pizzeria. But, the mouselings discover that someone has been threatening to burn the restaurant down and Pam's family might have to close it for good to stay safe. The Thea Sisters will have to catch the troublemaker before it's too late. 3-4 booklist |
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37379 : There's a big green frog in the toilet by Do, Anh & McKenzie, Heath (ill) Mum! There's a big green frog in the toilet and it's looking up at me. There's a big green frog in the toilet and I'm busting for a wee! Topics /
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846212 : Tiny kitty, big city by Miller, Tim Tiny brave playful kitty goes on an adventure through the crowded noisy swinging city in a story about finding love and kindness in unexpected places. Topics /
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5622 : Tiny Timmy: The big break by Cahill, Tim It's crunch time for Tiny Timmy- and not just on the field! There are huge games coming up, and big tests at school! It's all happening! And then another kind of crunch puts him out of action! Timmy will need to work harder than ever to get back on the field, and score top marks, too! Can Timmy cope with his big break? Topics /
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87887 : Tiny: a little dog on a big adventure by Castles, Jennifer & Otton, Steve (photo) Steve and Tiny look after each other so when Steve needs to get away for a while, Tiny goes too. The trusty old van becomes their new home as they drive across Australia, through wide red deserts and past glittering oceans. But, Tiny has a job to do. Steve needs new friends, friends to get him out from behind his camera and make him smile again. If there's one thing Tiny is good at, it's making friends. Topics /
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4270 : Usborne big book of animals, The by Fabiano, Fiorin & Maskell, Hazel (ill) The Big Book of Animals contains 14 impressive giant fold out pages. From the mighty elephant to the amazing colossal squid, some of the worlds tallest, longest, and heaviest animals will be revealed, as well as the biggest animal that has ever lived. Each animal contains a physical description and dimensions, some of which will leave the reader in awe. K-2 booklist |
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28429 : Usborne big book of big bugs and a few little ones too, The by Bone, Emily From an amazing stick insect longer that your arm, to gigantic spiders as big as a dinner plate, open the huge fold-out pages to discover how big some of the biggest bugs in the world really are. K-2 booklist |
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4273 : Usborne big book of bugs, The by Bone, Emily & Fiorin, Fabiano (ill) The Big Book of Bugs contains some very impressive colour illustrations of gigantic bugs and insects, along with some information about each one. From an amazing stick insect longer than your arm, to gigantic spiders as big as a dinner plate, open the huge fold-out pages to discover how big some of the biggest bugs in the world really are. K-2 booklist |
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9619 : Watch out big Bro's coming by Alborough, Jez Mouse has some hot news. Big Bro is coming. The news spreads from Monkey to Parrot to Frog to Elephant. All the animals add to the news until the size and toughness of Big Bro is legendary. K-2 booklist |
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579471 : Weapons of math destruction: How big data increases inequality and threatens democracy by O'Neil, Cathy Even though you may not see them, our world is filled with algorithms. Algorithms that decide what advertisements you will see, what opportunities you will be presented with, and what costs you will have to face during your lifetime. Education, insurance, loans, health, and justice, are all at the mercy of these opaque lines of code. Mathematician and former finance industry worker, Cathy O'Neil has lifted the lid to show what is going on beneath the surface of big data. A fascinating, and frightening, insight into powerful forces that shape our lives everyday. 7-9 booklist |
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18581 : What number is that: my big art adventure by Keeler-Milne, Jennifer Lovely book combining counting with famous paintings. Topics /
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9519 : Who's afraid of the big, bad book by Child, Lauren Herb falls right into a storybook of wicked fairy tales while sleeping. Find out what happens to Herb next. 3-4 booklist |
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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 /
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587754 : Winnie's big bad robot by Thomas, Valerie & Korky, Paul (ill) When Winnie the Witch makes a cardboard robot she is very proud of her creation and decides to turn it into a real robot. BIG mistake! Winnie and Wilbur soon discover that the Big Bad Robot is trouble, especially when it gets hold of Winnie's magic wand. Join Winnie and Wilbur on a robotic rollercoaster of a story! 3-4 booklist |
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15905 : You must be skidding: the biggest losers of the car world by Davis, Tony & Nagle, Shane (ill) Whether it's a car with two, three or six wheels, with a motor scooter engine or a nuclear reactor, with the most stupid name or the most dodgy design,this book will tell you all you need to know about it. Featuring the lemons of the car world. Topics /
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3033 : Zelda's big adventure by Alafaci, Marie & McGowan, Shane (ill) Zelda has big plans. She wants to be the first chook in space. She leaves nothing to chance and packs food, fuel and a cosy nesting box. But, none of her friends wants to help with her plans. Topics /
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8630 : Ziggy's big adventure by Mongredien, Sue Ruby is thrilled when she and her friends decide to have a Kitten Club sleepover at her house. The only problem is her lively kitten, Ziggy. He's so full of energy and often keeps Ruby up at night, clambering over her bed and licking her face. Ruby will have to think of a way to keep Ziggy entertained so the girls can get a decent night's sleep. 3-4 booklist |