Search Results : "cat"
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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 /
K-2 Numeracy /
K-2 booklist
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5525 : Adventures of Catvinkle, The by Perlman, Elliot & Stitzel, Laura (ill) A cat and dog can't be friends. When a pampered cat is forced to share her home with a lost dog, sparks are set to fly. But if Ula the dalmatian can just keep Catvinkle talking, maybe she can stick around long enough for the sparks to fizzle. A heartwarming story about finding a best friend. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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14937 : Alby and the cat by Davidson, Leanne & Dale, Rae (ill) Alby has just completed his training as a guide dog and arrives at his new owner's house. However, the neighbour's cat isn't nearly as enthusiastic about Alby's arrival. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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46239 : Alby and the cat: All holed up by Davidson, Leanne & Dingwall, Kim (ill) Alby comes face to face with the dreadful, small human from his past. But, this time, Alby holds all the cards. Faced with a terrible dilemma, he must listen to either his fear or his training. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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41035 : Alby and the cat: Showbusiness by Davidson, Leanne & Dingwall, Kim (ill) Alby the guide dog is getting used to the cat next door. It saved his life, after all and Alby is almost fond of it. Then, suddenly, the cat disappears. Days pass and Alby is worried. It's not until Jim, his blind master, takes Alby to the Morvale Show that all becomes clear. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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7016 : All cats have asperger syndrome by Hoopmann, Kathy The similarities between cat behaviour and human personality are explored. Using photographs, a sensitive comparison is drawn between the humorous behaviour of cats and the behaviour of children which may be indicative of Asperger's syndrome. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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7864 : Always Jack by Gervay, Susanne & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) Jack's life is pretty good until things get complicated. Nanna is getting wobblier, his face goes red when he thinks about Anna and Mum and Rob's wedding is taking over the world. Then, his Mum gets breast cancer and the world starts spinning while his mum and family go through the whole experience of her illness. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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114273 : Amazing Maurice and his educated rodents, The by Pratchett, Terry Maurice the cat and his friends, a motley group of rats, have gained super intelligence overnight and quickly start scamming human villages with a Pied Piper of Hamelin ruse. 7-9 booklist |
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114536 : Anacaona, golden flower, Haiti 1490 by Danticat, Edwidge Beginning in 1490, Anacaona keeps a record of her life as a possible successor to the supreme chief of Xaragua, as wife of the chief of Maguana and as a warrior battling the first white men to arrive in the West Indies, ravenous for gold. 7-9 booklist |
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15297 : Angelina's ballet class by Holabird, Katharine & Kanner, Catherine (ill) Angelina loves to dance. Every week, she goes to Miss Lily's ballet class to learn some new steps. K-2 booklist |
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116229 : Arthur's family vacation by Brown, Marc Arthur is unhappy about going on vacation with his family, but he shows them how to make the best of a bad situation when they end up stuck in a motel because of rain. K-2 booklist |
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12365 : Artists are crazy and other stories by Catran, Ken Eight wry and brilliant stories that tell the truth behind some of history's great moments. It includes stories about Leonardo da Vinci, Vikings, Christopher Columbus and the mummy of the great counsellor to the Pharaoh Rameses. 5-6 booklist |
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669552 : Astronaut's cat, The by Riddle, Tohby The astronaut's cat is an indoor cat, and that is very good news, because outside is no place for any living thing. The cat can still be curious about the rocky, dusty, hot and cold, and very unusual land outside the window, including the big blue ball which appears each day. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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5379 : Ava Anne Appleton: Catching a wave by Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill) Ava Anne Appleton continues her road trip adventures and the next stop is the beach. When she meets a new friend who needs her help, Ava's courage is tested to overcome her fears. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
Year 3 easy reads /
Year 4 easy reads /
Environment/sustainability /
3-4 booklist
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8055 : Aztecs by Clarke, Catriona Find out about the Aztecs, who they were, where they lived and what gifts they gave to the gods. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs accompany short, informative text. 3-4 booklist |
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1133417 : Baby-sitters little sister: Karen's kittycat club (graphic novel) by Martin, Ann M & Farina, Katy (ill) Karen's best friend Hannie just got an adorable new kitten. Their neighbour Amanda has a cat too, and Karen has grumpy old Boo Boo. Now that they all have cats, Karen comes up with a great idea. She wants to start a KittyCat Club. But what will the club do, and will anyone want to hire them? And what will happen when Nancy wants to join but doesn't have a cat? Friendship issues abound and are realistically presented in this delightful graphic novel. 3-4 booklist |
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569131 : Barney by Jinks, Catherine & King, Stephen Michael (ill) Barney loves cat food. Barney loves greens. Barney loves bacon and biscuits and beans. K-2 booklist |
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768137 : Be your own man by Sanders, Jessica & Cathro, Robbie (ill) If you have ever felt that you should act in a certain way or do certain things, just because you are a boy, this book is for you. It will encourage you to accept the way you are and to accept others too. Everyone is unique and that is to be celebrated. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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996000 : Being a cat: A tail of curiosity by Gianferrari, Maria & Oswald, Pete (ill) Join a child and their cat as they embrace their curiosity: wandering, exploring, and discovering all day long. Also includes fascinating facts about cat behavior at the back of the book. K-2 booklist |
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130800 : Being Bee by Bateson, Catherine Bee isn't about to change just because her dad is going to remarry. However, when Jazz starts living with dad earlier than expected, Bee knows things will change whether she likes it or not. An unlikely source helps her come to terms with the situation. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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21855 : Being Jack by Gervay, Susanne & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) Jack is in Year 6 now and still loves his photography, surfing and crazy family. Things are going well for him, particularly at school where he isn't bullied any more. But, he notices that his best friend, Christopher, is starting to miss school, hiding out and avoiding everyone. When a football match turns ugly and Jack and Christopher witness some unfair dirty play, they know that, again, the bullying has to stop. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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1096775 : Best of Story Factory, The: Volume 1 by Keenan, Cath (ed) The best of Story Factory Volume 1 showcases an amazing collection of prose by young writers through their participation in writing workshops which continued through the Covid-19 pandemic in Australia. Skillfully written personal and funny perspectives and ideas of what it means to write to an audience getting across what they think and feel. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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1096784 : Best of Story Factory, The: Volume 2 (older readers edition) by Keenan, Catherine (ed) & Short, Richard (ed) Short, succinct prose writing by 16 to 20 year olds that are culturally rich, authentic anthems of youth searching their lives through people, places and events around them, conversations clicking between the now and then of lives and the world they know. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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1096782 : Best of Story Factory, The: Volume 2 (younger readers edition) by Keenan, Catherine (ed) & Short, Richard (ed) Thoughtful,warm, insightful, interesting and funny these stories come together to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Story Factory. From talking flowers, superheroes from the neighbourhood and the Museum of COVID-19, these young authors have created and edited their own words about things their audience may like and enjoy reading, from dream to grandmother's museum. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 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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25103 : Billie B Brown: The copycat kid by Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill) The new girl at school won't stop copying Billie. It is so annoying, what can Billie do? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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3326 : Blue cat, The by Dubosarsky, Ursula It is the 1940s and for Columba and Hilda the war seems a long way away until Ellery appears at their school, unable to speak any English. Curiosity spurs Columba's search for knowledge and understanding counterbalancing Hilda's unquestioning nationalism as the war edges ever closer to Australia's shores. The sudden appearance of the blue cat brings with it an aura of mystery and uncertainty culminating in a dramatic journey to Luna Park. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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29362 : Born to run: Cathy Freeman, my story by Freeman, Cathy Cathy Freeman's own story of her childhood, her loving family and her sporting achievements. Cathy shares the personal philosophy that has led to her success and the joy she has always found in life. 5-6 booklist |
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5381 : Boy who lost fairyland, The by Valente, Catherynne. M. & Juan, Ana (ill) When a young troll named Hawthorn is stolen from Fairyland by the Red Wind, he becomes a changeling-a human boy-in the strange city of Chicago, a place no less bizarre and magical than Fairyland. Left with a human family, Hawthorn struggles with his troll nature and his changeling fate, while attending school and learning about human kindnesses - and un-kindnesses. 7-9 booklist |
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130802 : Boys' book, The: How to be the best at everything by Enright, Dominique & Macdonald, Guy & Catlow, Niki (ill) An informative book that provides a diverse range of fun facts. Easy to read, interesting snippets of information including how to perform magic, get rid of hiccups or read tea leaves. 5-6 booklist |
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37672 : Butterflies and caterpillars by Berger, Melvin & Gilda Test yourself on questions about butterflies and caterpillars. Don't look at the answers till you've had a go. Spectacular full colour photographs of these beautiful and fascinating insects show on every page. 3-4 booklist |
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17975 : Can you catch a mermaid by Ray, Jane Eliza befriends a mermaid named Freya and loves to play with her. When Freya loses her special mirror, she is unable to return to the sea. Eliza finds the mirror but hides it so Freya will stay with her. Eventually, she realises her mistake. 3-4 booklist |
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18484 : Carbonel: the prince of cats by Sleigh, Barbara A young girl buys a broom that belonged to a witch and a black cat, Carbonel, comes along as part of the deal. With the help of a little boy, they try to break a spell to help Carbonel reclaim his position as king of cats. 5-6 booklist |
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92150 : Cat by Clutton-Brock, Juliet Striking colour photographs of members of the cat family, both wild and tame. Provides information about cat ancestors, mythology, contemporary breeds, cats in literature, art and anatomy, feral cats and cat care. 5-6 booklist |
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2834 : Cat by Dumbleton, Mike & Smith, Craig (ill) Sometimes this adventurous cat is the victim and sometimes it is the victor. The story is told through the illustrations more than the words with lots of humour. A great book for reading the pictures. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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846241 : Cat & Cat adventures: The quest for snacks by Yi, Susie When their owner goes to work, Squash and Ginny eat all the snacks in the house but still want more. Ginny can use magic to create unlimited snacks, but they need some crucial ingredients to finish the potion which sets both cats off on a big adventure. 3-4 booklist |
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12311 : Cat and fish by Grant, Joan & Curtis, Neil (ill) Cat and Fish discover each other one night and spark a most unlikely friendship. As they teach each other about the worlds of the land and the sea, they find they share a common sense of adventure. They learn new things from each other. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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17142 : Cat and Fish go to see by Grant, Joan & Curtis, Neil (ill) Cat and Fish go on a voyage and get sea sick. They find a lighthouse and compare what each other needs to overcome the seas. They both realise that being themselves is best. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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10142 : Cat and the dog, The by Dahan, Andre When a playful cat squirts a dog with a hose, he gets chased for his efforts, over fences, rooftops, through a lake and a playground. K-2 booklist |
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4738 : Cat at the wall, The by Ellis, Deborah On Israeli's West Bank, a cat sneaks into a small Palestinian house that has just been commandeered by two Israeli soldiers. The house seems empty until the cat realises that a little boy is hiding beneath the floorboards. This is no ordinary cat and she wonders what to do. When the boy's teacher comes looking for him, tensions rise quickly and, as Israeli tanks approach, the cat realises she must diffuse the situation. 7-9 booklist |
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47175 : Cat Balloon by Morgan, Palo Everyone tells Cat Balloon he'll never fly to the moon. But where there's a will there's a way. This enchanting picture book is about a cat who dared to dream. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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46370 : Cat called Kitty, A by Bowater, Alan & Pascoe, Pete (ill) Pete, the flying, purple pig meets Kitty, the cat, and, despite their differences, they become close friends. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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596826 : Cat called Trim, A by Fenton, Corinne & Smith, Craig (ill) Trim was a cat born for adventure...This is the true story of a courageous, mischievous and fearless cat called Trim, who sailed with Matthew Flinders on his voyages to map the coastline of Australia and beyond. 5-6 booklist |
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1089 : Cat chocolate by Darling, Kate An amusing tale of chocolate and revenge. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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846094 : Cat dog by Fox, Mem & Teague, Mark (ill) There was a cat, right? And a dog, right? What about a mouse? And what were they all doing? An interesting tale of three animals doing some crazy stuff! Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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15173 : Cat dreamer, The by Carmody, Isobelle When visitors arrive in Quentaris and stay, dark and strange rumours of sacrifice emerge and people start disappearing. Igorik, with the help of a mysterious cat, takes it upon himself to investigate. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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1091 : Cat in the hat comes back, The by Seuss, Dr The mischievous cat returns on a snowy day to wreak more havoc. Lots of predictable rhyme, rhythm and fun. K-2 booklist |
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12031 : Cat in the hat, The by Seuss, Dr The scariest part of this story isn't the terrible cat and all the zany things he does in the house, but what mum will say when she comes home. K-2 booklist |
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16757 : Cat kin, The by Green, Nick Ben and Tiffany overcome their own problems when they take on the human vermin of London using their amazing martial arts skills. These skills, learnt from the unnervingly cat-like and unlikely Mrs Powell, come from an age of cat-worship. 7-9 booklist |
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4642 : Cat mummy, The by Wilson, Jacqueline & Sharratt, Nick (ill) Verity is devastated when Mabel, her adored cat, dies. School lessons about the Ancient Egyptians lead Verity to attempt to honour Mabel with an Ancient Egyptian mummification. Verity's mum died during childbirth and her dad and grandparents have avoided speaking to her about it, but now it is time to talk. Topics /
Year 6 easy reads /
5-6 booklist
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102559 : Cat on the island by Crew, Gary & Warden, Gillian (ill) The true story of David and his father who came to Stephens Island, a remote and pristine New Zealand island, in 1894. They built a lighthouse to protect ships, chopping down the trees and demolishing the habitat of the birds. But worse than that, they also brought their pregnant cat and the island's tiny flightless wrens were wiped out in less than two years. 7-9 booklist |
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88543 : Cat on the mat is flat, The by Griffiths, Andy & Denton, Terry (ill) Funny stories with silly pictures about a rat with a bat and a flat cat, also a duck with a truck that sucks up muck. A wonderful spoof on simple readers. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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846140 : Cat problems by John, Jory & Smith, Lane (ill) Are you here to give me treats? Or scratch my neck? Or dish up some wet food and neck scratches and dry food and more treats and back scratches? Did I mention that I'm a cat? If I'm honest I'm a bit stressed out. Like, I have to take a nap right now, and then I'll need a cat bath, and this is all building up to another nap. This being a cat thing is exhausting. Seriously. You think you've got it bad? Try walking a mile in my paws someday. Sigh. K-2 booklist |
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46416 : Cat tale by Hall, Michael Follow the adventures of three cats as they rumble and tumble in a confusing journey of words. K-2 booklist |
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23583 : Cat wants cuddles, The by Crumble, P & Gifford, Lucinda (ill) Kevin doesnt want a pat. He doesnt want a tickle. And he definitely does NOT want a cuddle. There's absolutely no way this hilarious cat is going to change his mind about that. Or will he? K-2 booklist |
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623326 : Cat wants custard, The by Crumble, P. & Gifford, Lucinda (ill) Meet Kevin, the opinionated feline who is full of cat-titude. Kevin has a craving. He wants custard, and he wants it NOW! K-2 booklist |
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570812 : Cat wants kittens, The by Crumble, P. & Gifford, Lucinda (ill) Kevin has some new playmates. They are cute and cuddly and they're here to stay; but not if Kevin has anything to do with it! See what happens when two adorable kittens barge into Kevin's life and make themselves at home. How will this fussy feline cope? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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18338 : Cat who got carried away, The by Ahlberg, Allan & McEwen, Katharine (ill) Gus and Gloria have a lot of running to do, Mrs Gaskitt hardly ever gets out of bed and something dreadful happens to Horace. A fast-paced family comedy. 3-4 booklist |
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7586 : Cat with the coloured tail, The by Mears, Gillian & Dabarera, Dinalie (ill) Mr Hooper and The Cat with the Coloured Tail travel through the countryside in their ice-cream van. They enjoy looking for heart shapes, and making people happy with their delicious moon-creams. But, a dark feeling is following the cat. Something is wrong. When the ice-cream van enters the forest, Mr Hooper and the cat realise the heart of the world is in danger. They must try and save it. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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14111 : Cat, the dog, Little Red, the exploding eggs, the wolf and Grandma's wardrobe, The by Fox, Diane & Fox, Christyan Cat starts reading to Dog, explaining that it's a story about a little girl who always wears a red cape with a hood. Dog loves stories about superheroes and wants to know her special power. When Cat advises that the little girl doesn't have any special powers and it's not that kind of a story, the fun begins. 3-4 booklist |
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17205 : Catalyst, The by Coggan, Helena For eighteen years, the world has been divided into the magically Gifted and the non-magical Ashkind. Rose Elmsworth's identity is far more dangerous. At fifteen, she has earned herself a place alongside her father in the Department, a brutal law-enforcement organisation, run by the Gifted to control the Ashkind. But, an old enemy is threatening to start a catastrophic war and Rose faces a challenging choice and a test of her loyalties. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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4590 : Catawampus cat, The by Carter Eaton, Jason & Gordon, Gus (ill) The catawampus cat walked into town one day and that's when everything began to change. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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587871 : Catch a falling star by McKinlay, Meg It's 1979 and the sky is falling. Skylab, that is. Somewhere high above Frankie Avery, one of the world's first space stations is tumbling to Earth. And rushing back with it are old memories. Things twelve-year-old Frankie thought she'd forgotten. Things her mum won't talk about, and which her little brother Newt never knew. Only ... did he? Does he? Because as Skylab circles closer, Newt starts acting strangely. And while the world watches the sky, Frankie keeps her own eyes on Newt. Because if anyone's going to keep him safe, it's her. It always has been. But maybe this is something bigger than splinters and spiders and sleepwalking. Maybe a space station isn't the only thing heading straight for calamity. 7-9 booklist |
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751079 : Catch me if I fall by Jonsberg, Barry Brother and sister Ashley and Aiden share a special bond as identical twins. While much of the world has been drastically changed by environmental catastrophe, they live a privileged life thanks to the work of their scientist mother. When Aiden comes to Ashley's rescue he is hurt and their life gets turned on its head. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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126166 : Catch that goat by Alakija, Polly Ayoka, a little girl living in Nigeria, loses her goat. Of course, the goat wanders off through the market where it can cause the most mischief. Interesting mix of realism and fun. K-2 booklist |
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803 : Catch the Zolt by Gwynne, Phillip Dom's family owe an ancient debt to a secretive organisation known simply as The Debt. Now that Dom is 15, it is his turn to make the six Instalments required from each Silvagni male or sacrifice a pound of flesh in payment. Dom's first challenge is to catch the Zolt, a 17-year-old Facebook bandit who has a penchant for stealing light aircraft from wealthy Gold Coast residents. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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1078767 : Catch your death by Guron, Ravena A classic whodunit thriller which follows three girls who are stuck at Bramble Estate during a snow storm and someone is poisoned. Devi, LIzzie and Jayne are trapped inside a house with a killer and must solve the mystery before it is too late! Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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581451 : Catching Teller Crow by Kwaymullina, Ambelin & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel Nothing's been the same for Beth Teller since she died. Her dad, a detective, is the only one who can see and hear her - and he's drowning in grief. But now they have a mystery to solve together. Who is Isobel Catching, and what's her connection to the fire that killed a man? What happened to the people who haven't been seen since the fire? As Beth unravels the mystery, she finds a shocking story lurking beneath the surface of a small town, and a friendship that lasts beyond one life and into another. Told in two unforgettable voices, this gripping novel interweaves themes of grief, colonial history, violence, love and family. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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8861 : Catching the speedy thief by Stone, Rex & Spoor, Mike (ill) Jamie and Tom decide to try crabbing and they manage to catch a real prehistoric crab. When looking it up in the Fossil Finder, a sneaky Velociraptor runs up and grabs the Finder. The boys must get it back. If they don't, future scientists might find their computer buried with a dinosaur fossil and that could mess up the whole of dinosaur science. The chase is on to catch the fast and cunning Velociraptor. 3-4 booklist |
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14151 : Caterpillar and butterfly by Kwaymullina, Ambelin Caterpillar lives alone and, in fear of her surroundings, forms a chrysalis where she can hide away. After a while, she misses the other animals and starts to wonder what it might be like to explore the outside world. When she emerges, she discovers that not only is she different but she is not alone. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
K-2 booklist
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685292 : Caterpillar summer by McDunn, Gillian Cat seems to be the only one to be able to understand, calm, and even find her lilttle brother Chicken when he is having a meltdown. Since the death of their father, Cat takes on the role of a parent more and more as her mother spends more time at work. When a job opportunity arises for their mum, Cat and Chicken find themselves spending the summer with grandparents they've never met on an island they have never visited before. It might be terribly awkward or it might be a chance to come together as a family. 5-6 booklist |
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12407 : Caterpillar, butterfly by French, Vivian & Voake, Charlotte (ill) A child and her grandfather watch as a family of tiny caterpillar eggs turn into beautiful butterflies. At each stage, the story reveals their awe at the magic of what is happening. The illustrations come with notes on the scientific details. Topics /
Year 4 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
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9493 : Caterpillars by Watts, Barrie One of the Minibeasts series, describing the physical characteristics, behaviour and habitat of a variety of caterpillars. 3-4 booklist |
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9187 : Caterpillars and butterflies by Turnbull, Stephanie If you have ever wondered how many times butterflies flap their wings every second read this beautifully presented book on caterpillars and butterflies, including simple and interesting facts, an index, a glossary and web links. 3-4 booklist |
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660694 : Catfishing on CatNet by Kritzer, Naomi I know quite a lot about people. Let's start with you. Obviously, I know where you live. I know where you are right now. I know where you buy your clothes and where you eat for lunch. I know what all your fandoms are, who your OTPs are and where you wish you could go on vacation. Lots of people have gadgets that pretend to be an AI. Those gadgets are listening all the time, day and night to everything people say around it. They're not really AIs. But if they listen to you, then so can I. I know you all so well. And sometimes... Sometimes I wish somebody knew me. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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74 : Catherine, called Birdy by Cushman, Karen Set in the Middle Ages, Catherine objects to marrying the rich suitors her father has arranged for her to meet. 7-9 booklist |
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25324 : Catherine, the great journey, Russia 1743 by Gregory, Kristiana At fourteen, Prussian princess, Sophia, became Catherine the Great through an arranged marriage. Sophia writes about her home situation, the hardships of travel to Russia, her efforts to please the empress and her engagement. 7-9 booklist |
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76 : Cathy Freeman by Dolan, Beth A biography of one of Australia's most famous athletes and one of the books in the Young Achievers series. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
5-6 booklist
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75 : Cathy Freeman (Aussie stars) by McCallum, Grant Cathy Freeman's early career as a schoolgirl athlete and a Commonwealth Games representative for Australia. 5-6 booklist |
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18688 : Catland by Starke, Ruth Having to stay with her Dad, his new wife and two stepdaughters when her mum goes to India is not as bad as Rose first thinks. Her stepmother is mounting a campaign against cats and a neighbour who has lots of them. Rose finds a solution. 5-6 booklist |
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17792 : Cats by Milbourne, Anna A beautifully presented book about cats, including simple and interesting facts, an index, a glossary and web links. 3-4 booklist |
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4682 : Cats by Pyers, Greg Having a cat is a big responsibility. Your cat relies on you for food, water and a safe place to live. If your cat is sick or injured, it relies on you to make sure it gets proper care. Find out all you need to know about having a cat as a pet. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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943152 : Cats in chaos by Bently, Peter & Bond, John (ill) Cats adore eating and snoozing and snuggling. They also like acrobats, tightropes and juggling. Roll up, Roll up! Catsby's Great Circus is in town! See the mighty Purrcules Claw, conjuring Kitty Kadabra and fearless Evel Katnevel in this brilliant story from a stellar author and illustrator duo that will have you laughing out loud! K-2 booklist |
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15365 : Cats in Krasinski Square, The by Hesse, Karen & Watson, Wendy (ill) The cats in Krasinski Square once belonged to someone and so did a young girl whose family has been destroyed by war. Even as she and her sister struggle to survive amid the war's chaos, they risk their lives in a plan to help others. 5-6 booklist |
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599697 : Catwoman: Soulstealer by Maas, Sarah J When the Bat's away, the Cat will play. It's time to see how many lives this cat really has . . . Two years after escaping Gotham City's slums, Selina Kyle returns as the mysterious and wealthy Holly Vanderhees. She quickly discovers that with Batman off on a vital mission, Batwing is left to hold back the tide of notorious criminals. Gotham City is ripe for the taking. Meanwhile, Luke Fox wants to prove he has what it takes to help people in his role as Batwing. He targets a new thief on the prowl who seems cleverer than most. She has teamed up with Poison Ivy and Harley Quinn, and together they are wreaking havoc. This Catwoman may be Batwing's undoing. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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18616 : Chasing Charlie Duskin by Crowley, Cath Charlie Duskin is fleeing from failures, friends and running towards a father who won't 'see' her. Rose is suffocating in her small town, trapped by parents who couldn't chase their own dreams. When they get the chance to get to know each, other their lives will change forever. 7-9 booklist |
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5604 : Chaucer the cat and the animal pilgrims by Borlenghi, Patricia A group of pilgrims gather in Paris at Notre Dame. Their leader, Chaucer, the cat from London, suggests they pass the time by retelling stories from their countries of origin, including Australia, the West Indies, Africa, North America, China and India. Topics /
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18681 : Clara caterpillar by Edwards, Pamela Duncan & Cole, Henry (ill) A carefree caterpillar named Clara becomes a common cream-coloured butterfly and competes with a conceited caterpillar, Catisha, who becomes a captivating, crimson-coloured butterfly. K-2 booklist |
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20246 : Cleocatra's kushion by Price, Robin The Emperor Nero believes that 'treasure is for spending'. With his gold almost gone, he sends a freed gladiator, Spartapuss, loyal servant to master Clawdius, on a secret mission in search of a treasure cavern at the source of the river Nile. The journey through the land of the 'Purramids' to the Kingdom of Kush is full of shocks, crocs and magic, courtesy of Cleocatra's Kushion. A rollicking tale with many puns taken from Roman History. 3-4 booklist |
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94504 : Come down, cat by Hartnett, Sonya & Masciullo, Lucia (ill) The day is ending, night is falling and Nicholas's cat won't come down from the roof. High on the roof, she licks her paws while Nicholas worries about her being all alone, especially during the night. But, his cat doesn't want to come down, at least, not yet. Topics /
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4334 : Communications technology by Hilvert, John & Bruce, Linda Since ancient times, people have been fascinated by how things work. This series features the design and technology of machines that are part of our daily lives, and explains where and how they are used and the materials from which they are made. 3-4 booklist |
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48801 : Copy cat by Birchall, Mark Cat is small and Dog is big. Whatever Dog does, Cat does too. Dog gets really fed up with Cat copying everything she does. But one day, when Cat can't be found, Dog discovers she doesn't have anyone to play with. K-2 booklist |
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2815 : Crazy about cats by Davey, Owen Did you know...that the fishing cat has partially webbed paws? Or that the margays can copy the sounds of other animals to lure prey? With roughly over 38 species of cats inhabiting our planet, there's plenty to discover. 5-6 booklist |
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20548 : Crossing by Norton, Catherine Cara lives in the shadow of the Wall, a wall which protects its citizens from the outside world. By following the government's rules, Cara and her sister are safe, even when their parents are away doing important work for the government. When Cara befriends Leon and Ava, she begins to question what she has always known. Ava doesn't seem to think the rules are all that important. Perhaps that is why she disappears. Topics /
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7245 : Daddies by Hoy, Catriona & Webster, Mal (ill) Daddies like doing lots of wild things but they're also great for cuddles. Topics /
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24009 : Darcy Moon and the deep-fried frogs by Carvell, Catherine Darcy Moon is an ordinary girl with ordinary problems. She's low on cash and low on the necessary street cred to fit in with the cool crowd. But, Darcy's life is about to take a great leap forward. When a freaked-out frog asks for help, it's up to her to fix the food chain, save the swamp and prove that money can't buy everything. Topics /
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1019755 : Dark Heir by Pacat, C.S. The Dark King has risen. Only a handful of heroes remain. The Hall of the Stewards is in ruins. Pursued by dark forces, Will and his allies must travel to the heart of the ancient world, forging new and dangerous ties, and revealing the shocking secrets of the past. But Will is carrying a dark secret of his own - his true identity. As the ancient world threatens to return, can Will and his friends fight their fate? Or will the truths they learn tear their world apart? Usually read by students in years 9, 10, or above. 9plus booklist |
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846063 : Dark rise by Pacat, C S The ancient world of magic is no more. Its heroes are dead, its halls are in ruins and its great battles between Light and Dark are forgotten. Only the Stewards remember. For centuries they have kept vigil, sworn to protect humanity if the Dark King ever returns. Sixteen-year-old dock boy Will is on the run in London, pursued by the men who killed his mother. When an old servant urges him to seek out the Stewards, Will is ushered into a secret world, where he must train to fight for the Light in the oncoming war. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. Topics /
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13406 : Detective Gordon: A complicated case by Nilsson, Ulf & Spee, Gitte (ill) There is something going on in the forest. The animals are troubled and unhappy. But, no one dares make a statement to the police. Detective Gordon and police assistant Buffy have a new case to investigate. 3-4 booklist |
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3922 : Dewey: there's a cat in the library by Myron, Vicki & Witter, Bret & James, S (ill) One cold night in Iowa, a small kitten is dropped into a book-return chute at the public library. He is named Dewey Readmore Books and becomes the library mascot, attracting many visitors to the library. As Dewey realises his privileged position, he makes an effort to be the best library cat ever. K-2 booklist |
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89024 : Diary of a killer cat, The by Fine, Anne & Cox, Steve (ill) Poor Ellie is horrified when Tuffy drags a dead bird, and then a mouse, into the house. But Tuffy can't understand what all the fuss is about. Soft-hearted Ellie must get her beloved pet to change his wild ways before the next victim arrives through the cat-flap, and Tuffy ends up in even deeper trouble. 3-4 booklist |
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27097 : Dinosaur hunt by Catrow, David Max, the spaniel, is not just any dog. Join Max as he undertakes an expedition searching for dinosaurs. You will be amazed at what he finds. Topics /
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6260 : Dog in, cat out by Rubinstein, Gillian & James, Ann (ill) Follow the busy activities of a family and their cat and dog. In and out, out and in happens from early morning, when the dog leaps out to explore the new smells of the day and have breakfast, until late at night, when the cat slips unnoticed through the window to settle down in the warmth of the sleeping house. Visual with minimal text. Topics /
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14448 : Dream-catcher princess, The by Chase, Katie Hidden in the castle of Rosie's great-aunt are lots of little princesses, ready to whisk her away on a magical adventure. 3-4 booklist |
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12429 : Duck catcher, The by Aaron. Moses (reteller) & Mackintosh, David (ill) Gombei catches only one duck a day because that's all the food he needs. When the days turn cold, Gombei decides that if he can catch a hundred ducks, he won't have to work all winter. But, Gombei walks into a trap. Topics /
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9228 : Education of Little Tree, The by Carter, Forrest A classic story set in the 1930s about an orphaned boy who goes to live with his Cherokee grandparents in the mountains of Tennessee. His education is not formal but an ancient native wisdom and way of life. 7-9 booklist |
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9338 : Eglantine: a ghost story by Jinks, Catherine Allie and her family move into a new home. The last thing they expect is an unwanted guest. But Bethan's room seems to be inhabited by a ghost who writes on the walls. Layers of paint, experts on psychic phenomena and Feng Shui don't help. Topics /
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27257 : Eid al-Adha adventure, The: Peg + Cat by Oxley, Jennifer & Aronson, Billy It's Eid al-Adha, a very special holiday for Yasmina and Amir, who invite their friends Peg and Cat to check it out. After they all rock out with some singing, it's time to head to the celebration, where there's so much food waiting! Amir explains that an important part of celebrating Eid al-Adha is dividing the meat into three equal parts, one third to be shared with someone who has less. But with all three bowls of meatballs holding different amounts, they've got a big problem! Thanks to a balancing scale, a trip to a soup kitchen, and an unexpected visit to a housebound neighbour, Peg and Cat learn all about the concept of taking from where there's more and giving to where there's less. Even Cat discovers how awesome giving can be. Eid Mubarak! K-2 booklist |
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18183 : Ella and Olivia: cupcake catastrophe by Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill) Ella and Olivia are sisters. Ella is seven years old. Olivia is five-and-a-half years old. They live with their mum and dad and little brother Max. Ella and Olivia are making cupcakes for Dad's birthday. All the family will be there! But when a cooking disaster strikes, will the party be ruined? Topics /
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18573 : Ella Kazoo will not brush her hair by Fox, Lee & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) Ella Kazoo simply refuses to brush her hair and it soon develops a mind of its own. Her hair grows so big and so wild that it has a bird's nest on top. Ella has to prove she has what it takes to change a bad hair day into a good situation. Topics /
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71093 : Ella Kazoo will not go to sleep by Fox, Lee & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) As the Kazoo household settles down for the night, Ella is wide awake and ready for adventure. She begs for a drink, another bedtime story and chats to her teddy. But, when Ella finally captures the pirate ship, Dread, she discovers something rather surprising about the fearsome Captain Shut-eye and his pirates. Topics /
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660711 : Emergency rescue angel by Whittle, Cate Life has returned to routine for Mitch. Mostly. He's had to find a new kind of normal after his dad drowned saving a local kid. But now there's a new girl in Mitch's class and she's stirring things up. Her name is Max and she dresses a bit like a goth, and suddenly seems to be everywhere. One night Mitch sees Max and she looks different. She has ... big feathery wings. It turns out Max is an angel, but not quite how you'd imagine one. She is Mitch's emergency rescue angel, and just the kind of friend you want on your side when life gets tricky. Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
7-9 booklist
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26951 : Extraordinary and unusual adventures of Horatio Lyle, The by Webb, Catherine Set in Victorian London, a former Special Constable who loves science and inventions must solve a case for her Majesty's government. Mystery, conspiracy and even a touch of the supernatural. Blasphemous language may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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41694 : Extraordinary education of Nicholas Benedict, The by Stewart, Trenton Lee Nine year old Nicholas is transferred to a new orphanage called Child's End, where the children are mistreated and the place is poorly run. Nicholas learns that the former owner had a treasure, which he and the orphanage director believe is hidden in the house or on the grounds. While avoiding bullies, Nicholas must put his talents to work to try and find the treasure before the director does. 5-6 booklist |
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122 : Eye to eye by Jinks, Catherine Jansi, a feral boy, and the computerised intelligence of a crashed spaceship make an unlikely pair in this story, set after the apocalypse. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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12459 : Farmyard cat in trouble, The by Anello, Christine & Thompson, Sharon (ill) Find out who spilt the milk, chased the goats and scared the chickens. Everyone thinks the farmyard cat is up to her old tricks again but that might not be fair. K-2 booklist |
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869 : Flabby Cat and Slobby Dog by Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill) Flabby Cat and Slobby Dog are very lazy and spend most of their time eating and sleeping. Each day when they wake up, they are more uncomfortable because the sofa keeps growing smaller. Or, so they believe. 3-4 booklist |
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864779 : Following Frankenstein by Bruton, Catherine Maggie has grown up without her father. He is alive but obsessed with finding the creation of Dr Frankenstein. When her father is forced to come back and care for Maggie, she becomes mixed up in his latest quest to find the monster. The adventure takes Maggie from continent to continent where she meets extraordinary people, both kind and cruel. 5-6 booklist |
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983001 : Fortune maker, The by Norton, Catherine Maud Mulligan is 12 years old and her life in the slums of London is going from bad to worse. Fortune telling is all the rage but Maud wonders if it's better not to know what's coming. When she is suddenly pulled into the car of a rich and commanding woman, Maud must use all of her wits, determination, new found friends and special gift to take hold of her own destiny. Topics /
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1771 : Fraidy cats by Hall, Penny Everyone is afraid sometimes, even the toughest kid in the 'sports card collecting gang'. A great story about overcoming fears. Topics /
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1991 : Frank Davies and the amazing frog catapult by Clifford, Rohan Frank Davies is in trouble again, at school and at home, but everything changes when the frog turns up. The adventures begin when one huge luminous frog and Frank Davies set out on a mission to destroy one thousand evil giant toads. Topics /
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1958 : Frog who lost his underpants, The by MacIver, Juliette & Chapman, Cat (ill) Hopping through the jungle, this way, that way, Frog is in a frenzy, scattering the ants. Teddy's looking too now, this place, that place, will they ever find those jolly underpants. Topics /
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18305 : From kitten to cat (How do they grow) by Powell, Jillian Beautifully-illustrated book tracing the growth from kitten to cat and how to look after them. Includes an index and contents. K-2 booklist |
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903347 : Funny kid catastrophe by Stanton, Matt Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen. He's also the boy who absolutely, definitely, does not under any circumstances want a cat. So why did Mum and Dad just bring one home? Max is the funny kid but now a cat is here to ruin his life! Cat bums, cat claws, ticklish cats, piano-playing cats, cats that will run away and cats that won't (oh, and a jealous Duck in a toilet jacuzzi) are just some of the things in store for Max and his friends in this Funny Kid adventure! Topics /
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15813 : Funny lunch by Catrow, David Max is not just a dog, he's a great chef. So begins the hilarious story of one of the funniest dogs you'll ever meet. Max's customers are hungry. Tummies are growling. Then, comes the biggest lunch order ever, for 100 pizzas with the lot. Max is one clever chef who has the perfect solution. Topics /
Year 3 easy reads /
3-4 booklist
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916534 : Furball: Spy cat by Beck, Adrian Despite being the world's most famous spy, Furball is happiest napping or snacking. But when he and his spy friends, Jade and Kit, visit a waterpark on their day off, they learn Furball's greatest enemy is using the park as a secret base! Can Furball and his friends stop them before they flood the city? Or will Furball get distracted by the snack bar? Topics /
Australian author/Illustrator /
3-4 booklist
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149 : Future trap, The by Jinks, Catherine Paula is kidnapped and taken five thousand years into the future where humans are referred to as ""it"" and reduced to the status of laboratory rats. Topics /
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7-9 booklist
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18079 : Geronimo Stilton 3: Cat and mouse in a haunted house by Stilton, Geronimo Lost in a dark, spooky forest, Geronimo finds shelter in a crumbling mansion that is, unfortunately, haunted by cats. 3-4 booklist |
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8079 : Geronimo Stilton 57: The stinky cheese vacation by Stilton, Geronimo I, Geronimo Stilton, was finishing up work one evening when I opened a letter from Uncle Stingysnout. He needed to see me immediately. I headed straight to Penny Pincher Castle for what I thought would be a nice visit ... but my uncle put me straight to work. Mouldy mozzarella, what a terrible vacation. 3-4 booklist |
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15753 : Geronimo Stilton 8: Attack of the bandit cats by Stilton, Geronimo Thea, Trap, and Benjamin asked me to join their quest. No sooner had we set out than we were attacked by a ship of pirate cats. They mousenapped us and threatened to make us their dinner. Now we fear we will not escape with our lives. 3-4 booklist |
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16144 : Geronimo Stilton 9: A fabumouse vacation for Geronimo by Stilton, Geronimo Sometimes, a mouse needs a relaxing vacation. But every time I tried to get away, disaster struck. My office flooded, our printing press broke down and all the good trips were booked out. I'm now stuck in a flea-ridden old hotel, sharing a room with Scouts. 3-4 booklist |
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38590 : Geronimo Stilton Special Edition: Christmas catastrophe by Stilton, Geronimo A ski trip lands Geronimo into hopsital for Christmas. 3-4 booklist |
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25587 : Getting started with Electronics by Shamieh, Cathleen If you're curious about what goes on inside computers, phones, televisions and other electronic devices, you will enjoy creating electronics projects using basic materials that can easily be found. Use clips, switches, resistors and capacitors to create circuits that control light and sound. Build a nifty LED flashlight to tune in to a local radio station, using a homemade tuner. Topics /
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3880 : Girl who circumnavigated fairyland in a ship of her own making, The by Valente, Catherynne. M. & Juan, Ana (ill) September is a twelve-year-old girl, Somewhat Grown and Somewhat Heartless, and she longs for adventure. So when a Green Wind and a Leopard of Little Breezes invite her to Fairyland - well, of course, she accepts (mightn't you?). When she gets there, she finds a land crushed by the iron rule of a villainous Marquess - she soon discovers that she alone holds the key to restoring order. As September forges her way through Fairyland, with a book-loving dragon and a boy named Saturday by her side, she makes many friends and mistakes. But while she loses her shadow, her shoe and her way, she finds adventure, courage, a rather special Spoon, and a lot more besides... 7-9 booklist |
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4528 : Girl who fell beneath Fairyland and led the revels there, The by Valente, Catherynne. M. & Juan, Ana (ill) In the kingdom of Fairyland-Below, preparations are underway for the annual Revels...but aboveground, the creatures of Fairyland are in no mood for a party. It has been a long time since young September bid farewell to Fairyland, and she is excited to see it again; but upon her return she is shocked to find that her friends have been losing their shadows, and therefore their magic, to the kingdom of Fairyland-Below... It spells certain disaster and September won't stand for it. Determined to make amends, she travels down into the underworld where, among creatures of ice and moonlight, she encounters a face she recognizes all too well: Halloween, the Hollow Queen. Only then does September realize what she must do to save Fairyland from slipping into the mundane world forever. Topics /
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5385 : Girl who raced Fairyland all the way home, The by Valente, Catherynne. M. & Juan, Ana (ill) Quite by accident, September has been crowned as Queen of Fairyland - but she inherits a Kingdom in chaos. The magic of a Dodo's egg has brought every King, Queen, or Marquess of Fairyland back to life, each with a fair and good claim on the throne, each with their own schemes and plots and horrible, hilarious, hungry histories. In order to make sense of it all, and to save their friend from a job she doesn't want, A-Through-L and Saturday devise a Royal Race, a Monarckical Marathon, in which every outlandish would-be ruler of Fairyland will chase the Stoat of Arms across the whole of the nation - and the first to seize the poor beast will seize the crown. Caught up in the madness are the changelings Hawthorn and Tamburlaine, the combat wombat Blunderbuss, the gramophone Scratch, the Green Wind, and September's parents, who have crossed the universe to find their daughter... 7-9 booklist |
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47264 : Girl who soared over fairyland and cut the moon in two, The by Valente, Catherynne. M. & Juan, Ana (ill) September misses Fairyland and her friends Ell, the Wyverary, and the boy Saturday. She longs to leave the routines of home and embark on a new adventure. Little does she know that this time, she will be spirited away to the moon, reunited with her friends, and find herself faced with saving Fairyland from a moon-Yeti with great and mysterious powers. 7-9 booklist |
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623312 : Go-away bird, The by Donaldson, Julia & Rayner, Catherine (ill) One by one, the other birds fly into her tree, wanting to talk or to play, but the Go-Away bird just shakes her head and sends them all away. But then the dangerous Get-You bird comes along, and she soon realizes that she might need some friends after all... K-2 booklist |
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113949 : Goal: how football conquered the world by Chambers, Catherine Football can be traced to ancient times. Read how the rules have changed, when football was banned and where football was played. The index will help you find when world cups were held and who played and about FIFA and famous players. 7-9 booklist |
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34022 : Gold for Cathy Freeman by Lau, Karen The story of Cathy Freeman winning gold at the Olympic games. Great photos and a full biography are included. 3-4 booklist |
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35270 : Gracie Faltrain takes control by Crowley, Cath Gracie Faltrain is back and she couldn't be happier. Her team won the Championships, she scored a few goals and a boyfriend, as well. Just as she's settling down to a new season of soccer, the stakes are raised. Coach has entered the team in the Firsts - a boys only league. To prove herself, Gracie has to fight harder than ever before. The other teams will do anything to keep her out of the game, and if she makes it, they'll do anything to see her lose. But Gracie is sick of losing. She's sick of seeing friends, like Martin and Alyce, unhappy. Gracie decides it's time to take control and even the score for everyone, on and off the field. Topics /
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7-9 booklist
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64682 : Graffiti moon by Crowley, Cath Lucy is in love with Shadow, a mysterious graffiti artist. Ed thought he was in love with Lucy, until she broke his nose. Dylan loves Daisy, but throwing eggs at her probably wasn't the best way to show it. An intense and exhilarating twenty-four hours in the lives of four teenagers on the verge of adulthood and of finding out just who they are, and who they want to be. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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9plus booklist
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9313 : Grave catastrophe, A by Hilton, Nette An ex-guide dog, now retired, must use all his seeing-eye dog skills to solve the murder of one of the neighbourhood cats. He tells the story of the crime for which he stands accused and which he must solve to be acquitted. Topics /
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9580 : Great piratical rumbustification, The by Mahy, Margaret A very funny and exciting adventure about pirates. 3-4 booklist |
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15127 : Guess who's coming for dinner by Kelly, John & Tincknell, Cathy Horace Pork-Fowler's diary reveals an interesting invitation to Eatem Hall, the very strange abode of Dr Hunter. It appears to be an innocent weekend but it becomes doubtful that Horace and his lovely wife will survive. 5-6 booklist |
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15312 : Hairy Maclary scattercat by Dodd, Lynley Hairy Maclary loves chasing things, particularly cats. Then, he meets his match. K-2 booklist |
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12260 : Hairy Maclary's caterwaul caper by Dodd, Lynley Hairy Maclary leads all the dogs in the neighbourhood to investigate the terrible noise coming from a tree. K-2 booklist |
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10770 : Hanging out by Bateson, Catherine & Carruthers, Adam (ill) When cousin, Weston, from Sydney is coming to stay, Ben is worried. He's told a lot of fibs about his life in Melbourne and Weston is about to find out. Topics /
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71304 : Harris finds his feet by Rayner, Catherine Harris is a very small hare with very big feet and he wants to know why. Grandad shows Harris how his big feet enable him to hop high into the sky, to climb to the tops of the mountains and to run very fast. Harris not only learns about the world around him but also the importance of finding his own feet. K-2 booklist |
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79983 : Hate that cat by Creech, Sharon Jack is pleased that Mrs Stretchberry is his teacher again this year. The only problem is she likes cats and he hates them. Or, at least, he does until he gets to know some kittens and reads some poetry about cats. Topics /
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916659 : Heartbeat of the land, The by Freeman, Cathy & Vass, Carol & Harricks, Tannya (ill) As Cathy runs barefoot across the great ancient land, she listens to the heartbeat of the land - Ba Boom, Ba Boom, Ba Boom. But one day, Cathy hears a cry. The land is sick, it needs help. See how one small step can plant the seeds of change we need and then listen, and you too will hear the heartbeat of the land. K-2 booklist |
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31126 : Hello, horse by French, Vivian & Rayner, Catherine (ill) I have a friend called Catherine, and she has a horse called Shannon. Shannon's beautiful, with a coat like soft velvet - and very kind. I think she might just become my friend too! K-2 booklist |
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1168029 : Hester Hitchins and the falling stars by Norton, Catherine It's 1866 and Hester's father is lost at sea. Determined to find him, 11-year-old Hester wins a place at Addington's Nautical Navigation Academy where she will learn to navigate by the stars. But the academy is just for boys and no one seems to be in charge. The schoolmaster knows nothing of navigation, Lord Addington is obsessed with building the world's biggest telescope and Lady Addington believes that falling stars are the souls of the dead. Can Hester and her new friends, Pru and Nelson, set things right, and will she find her own place in the universe? 3-4 booklist |
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10830 : Hey cat by Arena, Felice Mouse is sure that cat supports his daring and creative lifestyle. But all is not what it seems. A rollicking cat-and-mouse story with a twist or two in the tale. Topics /
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18050 : History of cricket, A by Chambers, Catherine Cricket is a worldwide sport, which is even played on ice. Discover where it began, how the rules were created, who was the man behind the famous Lords ground in England and how Australia was the country to invent one day internationals. Topics /
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29979 : Homer the library cat by Lindbergh, Reeve & Wilsdorf, Anne (ill) Homer is a very quiet cat. He lives in a very quiet house with a very quiet lady. One day, while the lady is away, Homer hears a very loud crash and out the window he goes. He takes an unexpected tour of the neighbourhood and discovers it's a surprisingly hectic place. Poor Homer just wants to find a spot where he can curl up, undisturbed. K-2 booklist |
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2208 : Horrible holiday, The by Jinks, Catherine While his family appears to be going on a disastrous holiday, Kevin is having a good time, appreciating different things. 3-4 booklist |
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4571 : Houndsley and Catina by Howe, James and Gay, Marie-Louise (ill) Houndsley is a loyal friend to Catina. He encourages her writing pursuits and wants desperately to see what she has put down in words. Catina is just as loyal and compassionate to Houndsley, and absolutely adores the creative and tasty meals he concocts. But sometimes, no matter how much heart and soul goes into an individual's efforts, things don't always work out as expected. K-2 booklist |
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825564 : How to be a hero: Take up the quest by Weldon, Cat Whetstone is a wannabe thief. Lotta is a wannabe Valkyrie. A case of mistaken identity will bring the two of them together on a quest that will have you wondering what will happen next and whether they will both achieve their goals. Will one of them become a hero? What is a hero anyway? 5-6 booklist |
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18321 : How to catch a fish by Thornton, J D Factual guide for people who fish. Contains images, diagrams and text boxes with descriptions and Information about different breeds. 5-6 booklist |
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15930 : How to catch a monster by Bollenbach, Christina Lukas sits on the edge of his bed every night waiting for his scary monster, until he hatches a plan to catch it once and for all. K-2 booklist |
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886019 : How to make friends: A bear's guide by Rabbit, Cat How do you make real friends? Bear is trying to answer that question. Lamb and koala are helping him find the answer. Could it be jogging or baking treats or following them everywhere? What is the answer going to be? K-2 booklist |
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56414 : Hunger games, The: catching fire by Collins, Suzanne Katniss Everdeen has survived the Hunger Games, a terrifying fatal reality TV show. However, the Capitol want revenge for her trickery and change the rules so that she must compete for a second time. There will be twice as many opponents, all having won past games. Includes cruelty, violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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6008 : I am a warrior goddess by Adams, Jennifer & Lemniscates, Carme (ill) You do not have to be a grown-up to be a hero, and I am a Warrior Goddess shows how in the empowering tale of a little girl with big aspirations, each day is full of opportunities to make a positive impact with ordinary actions. As our heroine connects with the earth, takes care of her body, and finds strength in kindness, she discovers her inner warrior goddess and inspires young girls everywhere to do the same. Topics /
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200 : I am Jack by Gervay, Susanne & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) Happy-go-lucky Jack is good at photography, jokes, collecting detentions and grafting onions onto potato plants. He also shows students that they can win against bullying. Topics /
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1511 : I don't want a cool cat by Dodd, Emma There are cool cats, fluffy cats, skinny cats and scowly cats. Enjoy the different cats prowling and purring through the book, and decide which one you would like. K-2 booklist |
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15035 : I like cats by Hubbell, Patricia & Paparone, Pamela (ill) Rhyming story describing all different types of cats in various situations. K-2 booklist |
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16565 : I like myself by Beaumont, Karen & Catrow, David (ill) A picture book about self-awareness, acceptance and living life to the fullest. K-2 booklist |
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21456 : I love vacations by Walker, Anna Ollie the zebra loves many things but he especially loves vacations. Ollie celebrates all the wonderful things he loves about taking time off and experiencing new places. Topics /
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1170 : Isla Lu, where are you by Hoy, Catriona & White, Annie (ill) Mum is looking for Isla Lu. She isn't upstairs, she isn't downstairs, she isn't in the smelly bin. Mum is looking all over the house for Isla Lu, coming across all the family members as she goes, and they all join in the fun, but they know that Isla Lu is closer than Mum thinks. Topics /
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503 : It's true: space turns you into spaghetti by Catchpole, Heather & Woods, Vanessa & McKenzie, Heath (ill) Appealing, illustrated fact book on space exploration. Focuses on astronauts, habitable planets, gas giants and physics of space. Suggests simple experiments and activities. Topics /
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18110 : It's true: your cat could be a spy by Bursztynski, Sue & Vane, Mitch (ill) A fetching book about spies. It links good storytelling and factual information with humorous pictures. Topics /
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6196 : Jacaranda snow by Greer, Catherine & Magisson, Helene (ill) Jess and Gran have always made the best of everything. When there's not much for dinner, they cook oodles of noodles. When there's no cake for birthdays, they toast marshmallows on the stove.When it snows in the mountains, Jess longs to go. But there's no extra money for a holiday this year. So Jess finds a way to see the most amazing snow of all. Topics /
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7866 : Jake and Pete and the catcrowbats by Rubinstein, Gillian Bog, the kids' guardian, is sick and, if Jake and Pete are to get him to the vet, they'll need money. They learn some tricks and put on a show, so they can help Bog. Topics /
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9574 : John Brown, Rose and the midnight cat by Wagner, Jenny & Brooks, Ron (ill) John Brown is a big shaggy dog who loves Rose very much. Can John Brown cope with Rose's care for the outsider cat? A story about the possessiveness of love and letting go. Topics /
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3924 : Juliet nearly a vet: cat show queen by Johnson, Rebecca & May, Kyla (ill) Hi! I'm Juliet. I'm ten years old. And I'm nearly a vet! There's a cat show in town and some of the cats are going to board at Mum's vet clinic. Chelsea and I can't wait to see all the different types of cats. The owners have special techniques for preparing their pets for the show and some are very fussy. When there's a cat-astrophe, it's lucky that my best friend is almost a world-famous animal trainer and groomer! Topics /
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21518 : Julius & the soul-catcher by Hehir, Tim It's 1838 and London is gripped by orchid fever. Charles Darwin's diary turns up in Higgins's bookshop, closely followed by two ex-body snatchers and a peculiar fellow with small teeth. Julius wonders what's in the diary and whether it has something to do with the terrifying painting of an orchid it contains. Before he knows it, Julius is spinning through time and parallel realms in a race to rid London of the soul-catcher and a future too horrible to imagine. Topics /
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659 : Kaspar prince of cats by Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill) At the beginning of the twentieth century, Johnny Trott, a bell-boy at London's prestigious Savoy Hotel, befriends a guest, the Russian aristocrat, Countess Kandinsky. She trusts him to look after her special cat, Prince Kaspar, and a series of events are set in motion that take Johnny and Kaspar all around the world, and change his life forever. 5-6 booklist |
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15033 : Kate, the cat and the moon by Almond, David & Lambert, Stephen (ill) Kate wakes in the night to the sound of miaowing. Rising from her bed, she finds herself gradually and magically transformed into a cat. She joins other cats to go out into the night. 3-4 booklist |
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15105 : King o' the cats by Shepard, Aaron & Sorra, Kristin (ill) No-one believes Peter's wild stories about the odd cats in town. He is determined to find out what is going on. 3-4 booklist |
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63500 : Kiss like this, A by Anholt, Catherine & Laurence The little lion cub loves lots of different types of kisses, except for one. Just as well daddy lion is there to rescue him and give him the right sort of kisses. K-2 booklist |
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720725 : Kitty is not a cat: lights out! by Black, Jess Some children hate going to bed, not Kitty. Kitty falls asleep every night curled up snug in a bed box. That is until one spooky night when the night-light goes out. Topics /
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8906 : Kumiko and the Shadow Catchers by Stewart, Briony Since discovering the secret of the Shadow Catchers, a group of powerful sorcerers determined to steal dragon magic at any cost, Kumiko knows it's only a matter of time before her family and her dragon, Tomodo, are in grave danger. To save those she loves, Kumiko must venture through a world of shadows and dark magic, where no one in her family has gone before. 3-4 booklist |
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23566 : Legends of League: Stories of education by Brasch, Nicolas & Hirsch, Suzan Meet three first grade National Rugby League (NRL) players who were inspired to play at school. Find out about each player's journey, from childhood to making it in first-grade. Share the challenges and triumphs, and meet the people who have supported them to become Legends of League. 5-6 booklist |
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16445 : Life and times of Gracie Faltrain, The by Crowley, Cath Goal-kicking, super-girl, soccer star. Gracie Faltrain is on her way. To the National Championships. To Nick. To everything she's ever wanted. Or so she thinks. Gracie's about to find out that life is messy. And hard. And beautiful. There's a shadow falling across her mum and dad. Her best friend is about to leave town. She's trying desperately to be with the right boy, on the edge of falling in love with the wrong boy. She's rushing headlong into screwing up, making up, trying to keep it all together. Welcome to the life and times of Gracie Faltrain. Topics /
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84165 : Lighthouse keeper's cat, The by Armitage, Ronda & Armitage, David (ill) Hamish, the lighthouse keeper's cat, has been neglecting his duties and the mice are running wild all over the lighthouse. With the lighthouse inspector due any day now, Mr and Mrs Grinling decide to put Hamish on a diet until he catches the mice. So, Hamish sets off to find someone who will appreciate him better. K-2 booklist |
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44273 : Lighthouse keeper's catastrophe, The by Armitage, Ronda & Armitage, David (ill) When Mr Grinling locks himself out of the lighthouse, he tries everything to get back inside. Not only is Hamish, the cat, trapped inside but Mr Grinling also needs to switch on the light to warn the ships that they're near rocks on the coast. Luckily, Mrs Grinling has an ingenious plan to get back in. K-2 booklist |
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5040 : Lilli-Pilli's sister by Branford, Anna & Catchlove, Linda (ill) Lilli-Pilli's mum is having a baby and she thinks it will be a girl, but all the other animals think it will be a boy. Could Lilli-Pilli be wrong. Topics /
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705688 : Lisette's green sock by Valckx, Catharina One day Lisette finds a pretty green sock. She's delighted until others begin to tease her saying that socks should come in pairs. What use is one sock? Her friend Bert helps her see the situation in a new way and together they find the perfect solution. K-2 booklist |
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3331 : Lisette's Paris notebook by Bateson, Catherine Lisette's gap year after high school begins with a three month trip to Paris. Lisette has never known her father who left before she was born, and knows how much her mother has done for her, so this trip is fulfilling one of her mother's dreams. But is it hers? Should she study art history as her mother wants, when vintage clothing is really her passion? Plus there is the hope that the city of love will weave its magic. When it does there are many hard decisions to make. 7-9 booklist |
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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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1145 : Little dinosaur, The by Hoy, Catriona In a time before Australia existed, a little dinosaur with big eyes roamed the Antarctic forests, nibbling on cycads and ginkgoes. One day the little dinosaur fell and hurt her leg. She struggled to keep up with her herd. Time passed and the world changed, but the discovery of the little dinosaur's leg bone millions of years later, meant that she would not be forgotten. K-2 booklist |
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18397 : Long-Long's new year by Gower, Catherine & Zhihong, He (ill) Long-Long rides to town for the first time to help Grandpa sell his cabbages. Disaster strikes but resourceful Long-Long makes sure Grandpa gets plenty of customers. Detailed illustrations are painted on traditional yellow rice paper. 3-4 booklist |
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102022 : Looking after your pet: cat by Hibbert, Claire Well-organised information, with great photo illustrations, about caring for a kitten. 3-4 booklist |
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31235 : Lucy's cat and the rainbow birds by Hill, Anthony & Tanner, Jane (ill) Like many of us, Lucy has a problem keeping a domestic pet while protecting wildlife. She works hard to find a solution that works in her situation. I wonder if Lucy should do more to protect the beautiful rainbow birds. Topics /
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916551 : Lyle, Lyle, crocodile: The junior novelization by Warber, Bernard & Hapka, Catherine When shy twelve-year-old Josh Primm finds a singing crocodile in the attic of his new home in New York City, he never expects to find moonlight adventures, friendship and so much fun! But not everyone in the neighborhood takes kindly to Lyle the crocodile, and Josh has to find his inner courage and show everyone that Lyle is extraordinary. Josh and his parents must fight to keep Lyle as part of their family. 5-6 booklist |
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9892 : Madeline and the cats of Rome by Bemelmans Marciano, John Miss Clavel and the twelve little girls travel to Rome in the spring. As well as the warming sun, glorious sights and delicious food, Madeline finds herself embroiled in an adventure involving a thief, a chase and many, many cats. Topics /
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6629 : Magenta McPhee by Bateson, Catherine Magenta is worried her about her dad. He hasn't moved on since the divorce. Magenta is trying to write her fantasy trilogy but, since she registered her father on an internet dating site, she has to spend time pretending to be him and replying to the emails he doesn't know he is receiving. Now, someone wants to meet him. Topics /
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846061 : Marcie Gill and the caravan park cat by McInerney, Monica & Snell, Danny (ill) Marcie's parents run a caravan park in the small seaside town of Snorkel Bay in South Australia. Three mysterious things happen to her. Her dad moved out. Her gran gave her an unusual Christmas present. George, her grandmother's cat has a secret. This is a summer holiday Marcie will never forget. Read about these adventures of Marcie-the girl whose favourite thing is asking questions. 3-4 booklist |
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751039 : Marshmallow Pie the cat superstar by Vulliamy, Clara Meet Marshmallow Pie a big fluffy cat with an even bigger personality...... The rumours are true, I'm staring in a movie! Hollywood is very exciting. My human, Amelia, and I are spending every single day with my amazing new friend Madison, who's showing me all the fanciest places and teaching me all about being a star. This is the life! So why does Amelia seem so unsure.......? 3-4 booklist |
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11925 : Matilda's cat by Gravett, Emily Climbing trees, playing with wool, Matilda is sure her cat will love these things, but he doesn't seem very enthusiastic. She thinks up new ways to amuse her reluctant playmate. Tea parties, dressing up or what about a nice bike ride. K-2 booklist |
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567912 : Maya & cat by Magerl, Caroline On a roof, as wet as a seal, as grey as a puddle, Cat was rumbling, a rumbly purr. What does a cat want most? Feather boas? Pretty pink shoelaces? A boatful of fish under a tiny tin sail - or perhaps something much more valuable? K-2 booklist |
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8201 : Me and my cat by Kitamura, Satoshi Late one night, an old lady with a pointed hat climbs through Nicholas' bedroom window. She brandishes a broom, fires out some words and leaves. It's puzzling at the time, but not nearly as puzzling as what happens when Nicholas wakes up the next morning. K-2 booklist |
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12270 : Milli, Jack and the dancing cat by King, Stephen Michael Milli has a special gift for fixing things. She can make something out of any old discarded thing or mend boots and tools. But, all the townsfolk ever want are sensible things. Milli keeps her dream of making something special to herself. Topics /
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15357 : Millie and the night heron by Bateson, Catherine Millie's artist mum needs a change but Millie isn't so keen. When they move, Millie must start Year 7 in a new school. Fitting in and making friends is hard but Millie is a very special girl and mum's love interest, the new boyfriend, helps. Topics /
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9386 : Millions of cats by Gag, Wanda A man goes out for one kitten but comes back with millions of cats. K-2 booklist |
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20875 : Mimi and the blue slave by Bateson, Catherine When grief strikes, you need an ally. For Mimi, that ally is Ableth, the wildly disobedient blue slave. He comes, he goes, he says and does whatever he likes, but he's always there when Mimi needs him most, offering his own brand of crooked wisdom. Topics /
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24935 : Miniwings: Oceana's kitty catastrophe by Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill) Sshh... NOT for parents! You can keep a SECRET, right? Clara and I have a herd of tiny, talking, splishy-splashy, flying horses and they're REAL! It's true. Those naughty Miniwings get us into so much TROUBLE. Who would have thought a weekend at Nana's could lead to a complete KITTY CATASTROPHE! Topics /
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5434 : Miss Hazeltine's Home for Shy and Fearful Cats by Potter, Alicia & Sif, Birgitta (ill) Miss Hazeltine's Home for Cats helps all kinds of felines. Cats scared of mice, cats scared of birds, cats who can't pounce, and cats who won't purr. Miss Hazeltine runs lots of different lessons and emphasises holding tails high, arching backs and thinking good thoughts. But, under the rug or in the inky-black of under-the-bed lurks little Crumb, the most fearful feline of all. He longs to be brave and courageous. K-2 booklist |
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660763 : Mog the forgetful cat by Kerr, Judith A very special 50th anniversary edition of the very first adventure of Mog the Forgetful Cat! Fifty years ago, everyone's favourite family cat, Mog, first got into trouble for her forgetfulness, and she has been loved ever since for her funny and warm-hearted escapade. K-2 booklist |
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9379 : Mousehole cat, The by Barber, Antonia & Bayley, Nicola (ill) Mowser, the cat, lives at the far end of England in a town called Mousehole, with Old Tom, the fisherman. They lead a very pleasant life until the day they have to brave the Storm-Cat to bring food to the children at Christmastime. 3-4 booklist |
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15121 : Mr Noah and the cats by Farrer, Vashti & Curtis, Neil (ill) All Mr Noah wants is a bit of peace and quiet but God has told him to build an ark and take on board two kinds of every animal. With all the animals on board, life suddenly becomes very noisy for Mr Noah. Topics /
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15103 : Mrs McTats and her houseful of cats by Capucilli, Alyssa Satin & Rankin, Joan (ill) Mrs McTats lives alone except for her cat. Soon, cats in twos, threes and fours come to her door until the house is bursting. But, something, or someone, is missing. Topics /
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69152 : Mummies are amazing by Hoy, Catriona & White, Annie Mummies do many amazing things. Find out what they can do and what they are good at. Topics /
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10644 : Music tree, The by Hoy, Catriona & Jaunn, Adele (ill) Liam's mother hangs a saucepan lid to a tree to stop him from being destructive. In time the tree is well decorated with noisy household objects. Liam is inspired by a storm to create even more melodic music. Topics /
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12043 : My cat likes to hide in boxes by Sutton, Eve & Dodd, Lynley (ill) All the exotic cats from around the world might like to do exciting things but this cat, a plain, ordinary cat, likes to hide in boxes. K-2 booklist |
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12428 : My cat Maisie by Allen, Pamela Andrew doesn't have anyone to play with. The dog next door is too rough. When a scruffy, ginger cat arrives at his house, Andrew learns how to be gentle with her. Topics /
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11999 : My dog's a scaredy cat by Ball, Duncan & Smith, Craig (ill) Stanley is scared of everything - big dogs, little dogs, cars, water, butterflies and even cats. Topics /
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18389 : My grandad marches on Anzac Day by Hoy, Catriona & Johnson, Benjamin (ill) Anzac day and it's significance as seen through the eyes of a young girl. She goes to the pre-dawn Anzac Day service with her father where they watch her grandad march in the parade. Topics /
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15351 : My Hindu year by Senker, Cath A colourful introduction to the Hindu religion and celebrations, with a festival calendar and glossary. 3-4 booklist |
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751147 : My possum plays the drums by Meatheringham, Catherine & Hamilton, Max Night-time falls and the possum orchestra begins. Drums bang, violins scratch and I can't sleep. Topics /
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650042 : No ballet shoes in Syria by Bruton, Catherine Eleven year old Aya has arrived in Britain with her mother and baby brother seeking asylum from Syria. A local ballet teacher notices Aya's talent and her fascination with the dance classes. While Aya finds friends and begins to settle into life in Britain, she and her family must fight for survival and to stay in the country. 5-6 booklist |
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10667 : No cat and that's that by Dawe, Bruce & McLean, Andrew (ill) Sam wants a cat but Dad says no. She will have to persuade him to let her have one and he doesn't look like he's going to say yes easily. 3-4 booklist |
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4542 : Norris, the bear who shared by Rayner, Catherine Norris just loves plorringes. When he spots one ripening in the afternoon sun, Norris sits back and waits patiently for the fruit to drop from the tree into his paws. But, Norris isn't the only one who adores plorringes. Pesky Tulip and Violet also love them and they can't wait for the one in the tree to ripen. It will be interesting to see who can get their paws on the delicious fruit first. K-2 booklist |
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125127 : Octavius O'Malley and the mystery of the criminal cats by Sunderland, Alan & Redlich, Ben (ill) It started with some missing cobblestones and a bump on the head of one of Rodent City's young police rats. But, this time, it's not the mice who are to blame. Even botching the investigation and losing his job can't stop Rodent City's finest detective from pursuing the case. Topics /
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14942 : Oi Cat! by Gray, Kes & Field, Jim (ill) According to Frog, cats sit on gnats, dogs sit on logs, raccoons sit on macaroons, armadillos sit on pillows and chicks sit on bricks. But wait! Cat doesn't like sitting on gnats, they keep biting his bottom! Will Frog and Dog help him change the rules? K-2 booklist |
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4686 : Old possum's book of practical cats by Eliot, T S & Scheffler, Axel (ill) A wonderful collection of poems that tell us what cats get up to when we aren't watching. Some are sane, some are mad, some are good and some are bad. Meet magical Mr Mistoffelees, sleepy Old Deuteronomy and curious Rum Tum Tugger. But, you'll be lucky to meet Macavity because Macavity's not there. 3-4 booklist |
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794126 : Olivia's secret scribbles: Dragon catchers by Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill) I have SO many super-amazing and IMPORTANT things to write about! Ill tell you all about them: My family and I are going camping at Dragontail Creek!!! My BFF, Matilda, is also coming with us. But there are strange noises in the night. And we found some interesting tracks in the dirt!!! Could there be a dragon in our campsite??? One thing is for sure, its time for Matilda and I to go dragon catching! Olivia x 3-4 booklist |
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290 : One-eyed cat by Fox, Paula Ned fired just one shot from the forbidden gun. But someone was watching. When a one-eyed cat turns up in an elderly neighbour's yard, Ned is caught in a web of guilt, fear, and shame when he fears his shot wounded the one-eyed cat. 7-9 booklist |
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18356 : Oracle, The by Fisher, Catherine In a distant, desert land where servants of the god rule supreme, new Bearer, Mirany, receives visions which reveal the true heir to the kingdom. She must try to stop the corrupt High Priestess from seizing power. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. 9plus booklist |
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12458 : Oscar cat-about-town by Herriot, James & Brown, Ruth (ill) When Oscar is brought to the vet's surgery as a starving, stray cat, he finds a home with the vet and his family. But, it soon becomes clear that the tabby cat, with the extra loud purr, is no ordinary cat. K-2 booklist |
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846099 : Otherwise known as Pig by Tilly, Catch Morgan Lodhi has been the target of bullies since he was in primary school. He seems to just attract them. He becomes known across the school as Pig and everyone around him find it easier to either ignore the bullying or just join in. High school is a battle ground but it is not without some pockets of kindness. Contains scenes of bullying which some readers may find confronting. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. 9plus booklist |
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130869 : Ottoline and the yellow cat by Riddell, Chris Daring burglaries have taken place all over town and precious lapdogs are disappearing. Ottoline Brown and her best friend, Mr Munroe, must find out what is happening and do something. 5-6 booklist |
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25682 : Our Gags by Hoy, Catriona & Josse, Annabelle (ill) The house is all messy and everyone is busy looking after the new baby. Luckily, we have our Gags. Topics /
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82566 : Our tree named Steve by Zweibel, Alan & Catrow, David (ill) A family moves into their new house. As they grow older, the one constant is 'Steve', a massive tree in their backyard sharing their lives, their ups and downs. K-2 booklist |
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3247 : Owl and the pussy cat, The by Lear, Edward & Mortimer, Anne (ill) In this beautifully illustrated edition of the well-known nonsense poem by Edward Lear, the Owl and the Pussycat sail across the sea and travel into lush jungles, all by the light of the moon. K-2 booklist |
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35327 : Owl and the pussycat, The by Lear, Edward & Wilson, Anne (ill) The beautiful, classic poem of the Owl and the Pussycat and their adventure to get married. K-2 booklist |
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660800 : Owls of blossom wood, The: A magical beginning by Coe, Catherine When Katie, Eva and Alex hide inside a hollow tree trunk, they find themselves taken into a magical wood where they are no longer girls... they're owls. Can they help save the precious moon chestnut tree? Join them on their first adventure. 3-4 booklist |
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660802 : Owls of blossom wood, The: The birthday party by Coe, Catherine Eva, Kate and Alex are three best friends that share magical experiences. They find themselves in Blossom Wood. They are helping to throw Bobby the badger a surprise birthday party. But there's one big problem. Bobby is nowhere to be seen. Can the owls of Blossom Wood find the birthday badger? 3-4 booklist |
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298 : Pagan's crusade by Jinks, Catherine Set in 1187, Pagan is the young squire for a knight in Jerusalem, fighting in the Crusades. Topics /
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8928 : Painted love letters by Bateson, Catherine Chrissie is twelve years old and very close to her dad, an artist, who is dying of lung cancer. Her mother buries herself in her work and Chrissie has to work through her own great grief, clinging to the special gifts her father has given her. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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3878 : Paradise trap, The by Jinks, Catherine When Marcus goes on a boring holiday to the beach, things quickly become much more interesting when he discovers his smelly old caravan has a hidden cellar, filled with amazing fantasy worlds. Topics /
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5458 : Peg and Cat: The camp problem by Oxley, Jennifer & Aronson, Billy (ill) Welcome to Camp Niniwawa. Peg + Cat are joined by their friends Richard and Aki, and together they are Gopher Bunk! But, working together, over coming homesickness and using their problem-solving skills are all needed if they are to score 100 points against Raccoon Bunk. Topics /
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22961 : Peg and Cat: The lemonade problem by Oxley, Jennifer & Aronson, Billy It's a hot day, so what could be cooler than setting up a lemonade stand? When Peg needs some marbles to keep her special marble company, she and Cat decide to sell lemonade in exchange for ten marbles a cup. But the Teens have other ideas. Can they barter their way back into business - or will they end up totally freaking out? 3-4 booklist |
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33406 : Penelope Perfect: Quiz questions and complicated crushes by Perry, Chrissie Penelope Kingston is the only person who has managed to avoid the dreaded crush plague sweeping Chelsea Primary. Almost all of her friends have crushes and even her brother Harry has been infected. Penelope is excellent at figuring out most things but crushes are a Great Mystery to her. Luckily, she has come up with a quiz to diagnose crushes early, before they have a chance to make people very silly. Topics /
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1013608 : Pepper Masalah and the temple of cats by Hawke, Rosanne & Berry, Jasmine (ill) Pepper Masalah's flying carpet lands in Ancient Egypt where Pepper and Zam are in danger again. A girl called Tabia takes them to a temple full of cats where Pepper is so special the people want to turn her into a mummy! But how can they escape? The carpet has floated away down the Nile, leaving Pepper and Zam stuck in time. Topics /
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15118 : Peter and the starcatchers by Barry, Dave & Pearson, Ridley & Call, Greg (ill) In a fast-paced adventure on the high seas and on a faraway island, an orphan boy named Peter and his mysterious new friend, Molly, overcome bands of pirates and thieves in their quest to keep a secret safe and save the world from evil. 7-9 booklist |
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310 : Pheasant and Kingfisher by Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond (ill) Beautifully illustrated, by an Aboriginal artist from Cairns, the retelling of how creatures came into the world during the Dreamtime. The author, an anthropologist, lived among the Aborigines in the north of Australia for many years. 5-6 booklist |
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13723 : Pirates by Clarke, Catriona Find out about the most famous pirate of them all and many other interesting pirate facts. 3-4 booklist |
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775547 : Plantastic! A to Z of Australian plants by Clowes, Catherine & Gyan, Rachel (ill) Plantastic! presents 26 of Australia's most unique and incredible native plants. Discover and identify native plants found in your local park, bushland or even your own backyard. With its perfect balance of fun facts, activities, adventurous ideas and gorgeous illustrations Plastic! will prove just how fantastic Australia's native plants really are. 7-9 booklist |
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2398 : Poppy cat by Acton, Sara Poppy Cat is a copy cat, she likes to do everything I do. But sometimes she is mischievous. Topics /
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1209777 : Princess in black and the kitty catastrophe, The by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) Will a fluffy new kitten skilled at destruction prove to be the trickiest challenge yet for... The Princess in Black? K-2 booklist |
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609020 : Princess in black takes a vacation by Hale, Shannon & Hale, Dean & Pham, LeUyen (ill) After battling monsters all night, a sleepy Princess in Black decides that she needs a vacation. After all, the Goat Avenger, a new hero who looks oddly familiar, has offered to protect the goats while she takes a much needed break. The very next day Princess Magnolia rides her bicycle to the seaside, where the air is salty, the sun is shiny, and the sea is as blue as monster fur. But just as Princess Magnolia is about to take a nap on her hammock, she hears a "ROAR!" Seriously? A monster? On the perfect beach? Impossible! Could a sea monster really ruin this vacation for the Princess in Black? 3-4 booklist |
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714426 : Professor Astro Cat's deep-sea voyage by Walliman, Dr Dominic & Newman, Ben Despite covering over 70% of the Earth's surface, the ocean is still roughly 95 % unexplored. Join your helpful guide, Professor Astro Cat, as he takes a dive from the seashore all the way to the ocean's darkest depths. Learn all about ocean creatures big and small, and how humans explore the underwater world in this wonderfully illustrated book on the depths of the sea. From gigantic whales to underwater volcanoes, there's so much to discover on this Deep-Sea Voyage. 3-4 booklist |
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31133 : Professor Astro Cat's human body odyssey by Walliman, Dr Dominic & Newman, Ben This latest adventure with Professor Astro Cat is perfect for those with a scientific mind and looking to learn more about the human body. Why do we sneeze? Why are our ears a strange shape? What is the point of having skin? The human body is a complicated thing and if you join Professor Astro Cat and the gang, you can take a journey through the parts of the human body! 3-4 booklist |
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20364 : Prudence wants a pet by Daly, Cathleen & King, Stephen Michael Prudence really wants a pet. Branch, Twig and Formal Footware just aren't fit to be pets, neither is her brother. 3-4 booklist |
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10689 : Puggle by Hoy, Catriona & Plant, Andrew (ill) When Puggle the baby echidna is found in mother's pouch on the side of the road, he is taken to a tall house on a hill to live with lots other rescued animals who need help to get back into the wild. Little by little, Puggle thrives and grows, until the day comes when he is old enough to look after himself. Topics /
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5250 : Quark's academy by Pelosi, Catherine Quark's Academy is a mysterious and futuristic facility that rewards a lucky few young budding science students a week's summer camp - run by the elusive inventor Quark. Not your usual educational camp, the children soon learn they will need to use their wits and succeed. 5-6 booklist |
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9322 : Rain May and Captain Daniel by Bateson, Catherine Rain May and her mum escape their old inner-city life for a dream house in the country. There are more than a few surprises in store like discovering a platypus or the fun of befriending eleven year old, Captain Daniel, who lives next door. 5-6 booklist |
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855832 : Rat-catcher's apprentice, The by Jankuloska, Maggie It's 1665. Rats have infested homes and alleys in Marie Perrin's provincial French town. Twelve-year-old Marie is set to become a maid, although she hungers for adventure. However, one mistake alters her fate and as punishment she is forced to apprentice for an intimidating rat-catcher. Away from her parents and twin brother, and handling gnarly rat traps under Gustave Renard's unusual mentorship, Marie must overcome a new set of challenges which come after a plague enters her town. Are rats responsible for the spread of the illness? Can Marie find a way out of the bubbling danger around her? Topics /
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5921 : Ratcatcher's daughter, The by Rushby, Pamela In 1900, thirteen year old Issy McKelvie reluctantly leaves school to start her first job in an undertakers. She hates it but there's worse to come. Issy becomes an unwilling rat-catcher when the plague, the Black Death, arrives in Australia. She loathes the rats and her father's four yappy, snappy, hyperactive rat-killing terriers. But, when her dad becomes ill, Issy must join the battle to rid the city of the plague-carrying rats. Topics /
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3617 : Red sand, blue sky by Applegate, Cathy When young Amy goes to stay with her aunt in the central outback, she befriends Lana. Together, they must overcome racial and cultural barriers and join forces to foil a criminal who is stealing artefacts. Topics /
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22907 : Rosie Staples' minor magical misunderstanding by Crowley, Cath & Watson, Judy (ill) Rosie loves jokes and magic. But her next magic trick isn't a trick - it's magic for real. What could possibly go wrong. In the process Rosie learns some home truths. Some coarse language in context of humour. Topics /
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4923 : Ruby Redfort: Catch your death by Child, Lauren Undercover agent, code-cracker and thirteen-year-old genius, there's nothing average about her. Only this time it's an adventure in the wild and it'll take all Ruby's got just to survive. 5-6 booklist |
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9898 : Sam the cat by Bowring, Sam & McLean, Andrew (ill) Sam lives very happily in a tumbledown house with Jane and Ian. But, when they bring home a baby boy, not only does the baby get all the attention, he even steals Sam's name. Topics /
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18574 : Sassycat: the night of the dead by Harland, Richard Sassycat is lightning fast and beautiful but, so conceited. She places her human carer, Rebecca, in great danger of being possessed by evil ghosts. Sassycat must stop thwarting the local pets and become a team player to protect Rebecca. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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2107 : Saving Thanehaven by Jinks, Catherine Imagine if you discovered your whole world was actually in a computer. Noble is a knight who must fight everything he encounters in his quest to reach the castle and free the princess. But he's tired. Rufus comes along and turns his world upside down with his own ideas about how to get ahead: don't play by the rules. Suddenly, life is more interesting - and less painful - than ever before. But the new rules are harder to live by than the old ones. Topics /
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21176 : Scaredy cat by Gallagher, Heather & Tortop, Anil (ill) A little girl shows how far she will go to protect her beloved pet. K-2 booklist |
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18013 : Scaredy cat and the boo by Broad, Michael Scaredy Cat, as his name suggests, is scared. He's frightened of just about everything, from noises to shadows. When he meets Boo, a little mouse, with a lot of confidence, Scaredy Cat is introduced to a wider world. K-2 booklist |
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18518 : Scaredy cats: catnapped by Rayner, Shoo By night, the secret society of the Scaredy Cats tell each other spooky tales. Stories with humour and plenty of shocks and scares along the way. Ideal for newly independent readers. 3-4 booklist |
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4854 : Scatterbungle by Cullen, Edrei Ella's school and the rest of the world are under attack, by Scatterbungle. The Magicals are being stripped of their powers and it is Ella's destiny as the Clearheart to stop the devastation. Topics /
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13679 : School days around the world by Chambers, Catherine A look at an average school day in the lives of children from seven countries around the world, showing how they are all different and yet all the same. 3-4 booklist |
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11198 : Sebastian lives in a hat by Catterwell, Thelma & Argent, Kerry (ill) Four month old Sebastian's mother has been killed at the side of the road. The tiny wombat must be nursed carefully by the author if he is to survive and finally be returned to the wild. When Sebastian first comes into her life, he fits inside a hat. K-2 booklist |
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64765 : Seven ways to catch the moon by Robertson, M P Equipped with a butterfly net, a little girl tries to catch the moon by hitching with a witch, riding on a dragon's back, floating in a hot air balloon until, finally, the moon is discovered. K-2 booklist |
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12295 : Shoo cat by Bone, Ian There's a strange cat at the back door. He keeps trying to get into Matt's house. Matt must shoo the cat away, it doesn't live at his house. Topics /
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4909 : Shoutykid: How Harry Riddles got nearly almost famous by Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill) My name is Harry Riddles and I live with my parents, my evil sister and my twin baby brothers in Cornwall. But, my dad has this crazy idea to take us sailing round the world. I guess swimming with dolphins, learning to scuba dive and climbing volcanoes could be pretty cool. But, I want to win the school Battle of the Bands competition and get Jess to go out with me. I can't do that if I'm stuck on a boat in the middle of the ocean. 5-6 booklist |
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41515 : Shoutykid: How Harry Riddles made a mega amount of money by Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill) Ok, here's the deal. My school is running out of money and might even have to close, but then my friend Jessica told everyone I could raise the mega-bucks and keep it open! But Ed Bigstock was like, "Harry's just a dumb gamer! The only thing he knows how to save is his last score!". But Bigstock's the real doughnut here, and I'll show him and everybody else- right after I finish playing (and slaying) at the new World of Zombies Run! game. 5-6 booklist |
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2497 : Shoutykid: how Harry Riddles made a mega-amazing zombie movie by Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill) Ten-year-old Harry has an older sister who is a constant source of irritation and a father who is a film writer, currently in a slump, so finances are extremely tight. To add to this, Jessica is the new girl at school to whom he is too shy to speak and online bullies in has favourite game. Harry's claim to fame is his computer gaming and his love of Zombies, which he decides to combine and make an animated movie. 5-6 booklist |
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4919 : Shoutykid: how Harry Riddles mega-massively broke the school by Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill) I live with my mum, my dad and my evil sister, Charlotte. My mum is having twins so either me or Charlotte will lose our bedroom. Dad's moaning that I should do more sport and not be just a gamer. I've joined the school football team although if we win anything it will be a miracle. I've written to some football stars to see if they can help and to a bunch of people who might take Charlotte off our hands. 5-6 booklist |
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932 : Shoutykid: How Harry Riddles totally went wild by Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill) When he is packed off on a school trip for half term, Harry is less than thrilled. He had planned to spend his holidays shooting zombies, not kayaking, abseiling and perfecting his archery skills. Even worse than all the outdoor activities, Harry has been put in a dorm with his arch enemy, Ed Bigstock. And, if Ed finds out that Harry is afraid of the dark, he will have a whole lot more to deal with. 5-6 booklist |
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15001 : Shy little kitten, The by Schurr, Cathleen & Tenggren, Gustaf (ill) A shy, little kitten makes new animal friends. K-2 booklist |
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846122 : Sister secrets by Campbell, Cate & Campbell, Bronte Follow the highs and lows of Cate and Bronte Campbell's long journey towards Olympic glory. Gain insight into their motivation, mental toughness, and the balance between life and elite-level swimming. Topics /
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15346 : Slinky Malinki's catflaps by Dodd, Lynley At night, the gang of cats, led by Slinky Malinki, comes out to prowl. K-2 booklist |
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50129 : Smarty-cat by Dawe, Bruce Barry is more than just clever. He's a talking cat, a TV star and a quiz show champion. Barry is a cat in a million, a real smarty-cat. 5-6 booklist |
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4458 : Smelly Louie by Rayner, Catherine Louie, the dog, has just had a bath and he is not happy about it. He smells all wrong. Determined to get his Special Smell back, Louie goes on a hunt for it and meets lots of smelly things along the way. Louie wants his smell back and, more importantly, to keep it. K-2 booklist |
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8250 : Solomon crocodile by Rayner, Catherine Here comes trouble. Poor Solomon the crocodile is looking for some fun but no-one wants to play. The dragonflies tell him to buzz off, the storks get in a flap and the less said about the hippo, the better. But, then, somebody else starts causing trouble and, for once, it's not Solomon. K-2 booklist |
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885153 : Solomon Macaroni and the Cousin Catastrophe by Barton, Ashleigh & Davis, Sarah (ill) You've never met a vampire like Solomon before. He is friendly and polite. But when his parents go on a one hundred year cruise without him, he is not impressed. Especially when it means he has to stay in creepy Transylvania with his uncle, Count Dracula, and six naughty cousins. He ends up in spooky Wildwood on a dangerous mission to try to save his catastrophic cousins and possibly the world A fangtastic tale about loving your family, even when they drive you batty." 5-6 booklist |
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1019625 : Solomon macaroni and the vampire vacation by Barton, Ashleigh & Davis, Sarah (ill) Solomon is traveling to Paris with his cousins and his Uncle Dracula. To help cheer up their Uncle Dracula, the mischievious cousins steal the Mona Lisa with the help of Mademoiselle Bon-Bon. But things don't go quite as planned. 5-6 booklist |
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569141 : Something for Fleur by Pelosi, Catherine & Murray, Caitlin (ill) It's Fleur's birthday and her friend Bo is sending her a present. Can you guess what it is? Topics /
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9722 : Splat the cat by Scotton, Rob Splat is terrified of his first day of school and he tries all sorts of tricks to avoid going. But, Mum is not convinced and Splat is soon on his way, with mouse pal, Seymour, in his lunch box. Splat is welcomed enthusiastically by his cat classmates and lessons go smoothly until he learns that cats are supposed to chase mice, not have them as friends. Watch Splat's day turn around. Day Two is going to be much better. K-2 booklist |
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4172 : Staircase cat, The by Thompson, Colin & Pignataro Anna (ill) Oskar's loyalty knows no bounds as he waits in an empty war-torn house, surrounded by ghosts, waiting for his family to return. Topics /
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859 : Star by Bateson, Catherine Star and her mum used to manage. Now mum's old friend Charlie has moved in and life is topsy-turvy. Star knows she wants a horse and needs a new best friend. But how is that going to happen when no one is listening to her? Topics /
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4201 : Stone in my hand, A by Clinton, Cathryn Eleven year old Malaak is a Palestinian living in Gaza. She endures the hardships of living in an occupied territory, with soldiers and dangers ever present. Her father has disappeared and her mother raises the family, and keeps their Islamic faith. Malaak has a tame dove which helps her to deal with her sadness. Hamid, her brother, has his own, dangerous way to cope with repression and uncertainty. 7-9 booklist |
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572756 : Storm keeper's island, The by Doyle, Catherine When Fionn Boyle sets foot on Arranmore Island, it begins to stir beneath his feet. Once in a generation, Arranmore Island chooses a new Storm Keeper to wield its power and keep its magic safe from enemies. The time has come for Fionn's grandfather, a secretive and eccentric old man, to step down. Soon, a new Keeper will rise. But, deep underground, someone has been waiting for Fionn. As the battle to become the island's next champion rages, a more sinister magic is waking up, intent on rekindling an ancient war. 5-6 booklist |
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12323 : Super Jack by Gervay, Susanne & Wilcox, Cathy (ill) In the school holidays, Mum tells Jack and his annoying, younger sister, Samantha, that all the family are going on a holiday to the Gold Coast. Family means Nanna, sort-of-step dad Rob and his son, Leo, as well as Jack's friend, Anna. Topics /
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6088 : SuperCat vs the chip thief by Willis, Jeanne Tiger is an ordinary, tubby, tabby cat who likes to sleep. Tiger's owner, James, is disappointed because he wanted a fun pet, like a wolf. One day, Tiger licks a toxic sock and is transformed into SuperCat. With his brand new powers and his best friend James, SuperCat must try to save the world, and all the chips, from the dastardly Count Backwards. 5-6 booklist |
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951 : That car by Kennedy, Cate & Zapel, Carla (ill) We found the old car in the shed when we moved to the farm. We couldn't wait to play in it, it could take us anywhere. Topics /
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846277 : That cat by Harvey, Jacqueline & Scott, Kate Isobel (ill) Nothing is quite like a cat. There are brat cats and fat cats, rat cats and mat cats . . . but if there's one cat everyone knows, it's THAT CAT. Topics /
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33078 : That cat can't stay by Krasnesky, Thad & Parkins, David (ill) Dad is no match for this clever Mum, a cat lover, who manages to get not one, not two, not three, but four cats into the household. One by one, she brings them home and uses guile to convince Dad to keep them, but only just for a little while. K-2 booklist |
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5491 : Theophilus Grey and the demon thief by Jinks, Catherine Theophilus Grey heads a team of linkboys who guide Londoners by torch light, through dank eighteenth century alleys. They gather useful information for the master who runs a spy network. When thieves start dropping without a scratch and a wave of crime sweeps the area, Philo wonders if the events are connected. He will need to use all his cunning to uncover the truth behind the demon thief, in time to save his friends. Topics /
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1801 : Theophilus Grey and the traitor's mask by Jinks, Catherine In eighteenth-century London, twelve year old Philo Grey is a linkboy. He collects information to sell. One of his best customers pays good money for intelligence about the Jacobites, who are plotting to overthrow King George. But, spying on the Jacobites is a dangerous business, especially when Philo becomes the target of a rival gang of linkboys. And, Philo's old master has never forgiven him for leaving and will stop at nothing for revenge. Luckily, Philo has friends as well as enemies. He must rely on them as well as his instincts to escape harm. Topics /
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410 : This is still rainbow snake country by Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond (ill) Aboriginal Dreaming stories. 5-6 booklist |
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14076 : Through the cat-flap, Books for Boys by Whybrow, Ian & Ross, Tony (ill) Thomas and his toddler twin sisters are locked out of the house. Thomas is considering going inside through the cat-flap, but it may not be such a good idea. 3-4 booklist |
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7900 : Tiger tale, A by Webb, Holly & Rayner, Catherine (ill) Kate's grandfather has died and she's missing him desperately. Her Mum wants Kate to talk about it but it only makes Kate angry. Granddad has gone and he's never coming back. At least Kate has her toy tiger, Amos, to keep her company. He was a present from Granddad and holding him close makes Granddad seem less far away. But, Amos is full of surprises. 3-4 booklist |
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2765 : Time catcher by Peters, Cheree In a post-apocalyptic world of rigid rules, Althea's luxurious life is turned upside-down when she is kidnapped by the dreaded Variants, genetically evolved mutants who can travel through space at will. Betrayed by those she trusts most, Althea is forced to question everything she thought she knew, including who she is and what she's capable of. Althea must separate deception from truth to claim her own power. Topics /
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4166 : Timmy Failure: The cat stole my pants by Pastis, Stephan Everyone's favourite best worst detective is back! Timmy is in Key West, Florida, ostensibly for the honeymoon of his mother and Doorman Dave, if they even got married, which Timmy doubts. Unfortunately for Timmy, crime doesn't take a holiday. And because Total has fled to Cuba, Timmy must rely on a new partner for help, Doorman Dave's nephew Emilio. Meanwhile, a surprise newcomer shows up in Timmy's life and, as if things couldn't get more hectic, Timmy's pants have been stolen by a six-toes cat. 5-6 booklist |
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111106 : Toocool: crocodile catcher by Kettle, Phil Jaws the crocodile has escaped from the Zoo. There's only one person that can capture the runaway crocodile, Toocool. With the help of friends, Toocool sets out to get Jaws. Topics /
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13363 : Toto the ninja cat and the great snake escape by O'leary, Dermot Toto is no ordinary furry feline. She is almost totally blind, she has Ninja skills and at night she has amazing adventures with her cheeky brother Silver. Recently arrived in London they meet Catface going through their bin one night, and next thing they are trying to capture a deadly king cobra in the city's underground. 5-6 booklist |
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4790 : Trouble and the exploding house by Whittle, Cate & King, Stephen Michael (ill) When a Man from the Government struggles up the mountain where Georgia lives with her family and Trouble the dragon, it means trouble, and not with a capital 'T'. Even though they didn't ask for their house to be stolen and plonked down in a Wildlife Park, Georgia and her family have settled in and want to stay. So when Georgia finds out The Man wants to blow up their house, she knows she has to stop him! Topics /
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31637 : Trouble and the missing cat by Whittle, Cate & King, Stephen Michael (ill) Georgia's life has become more exciting since Trouble came into her life. After all, not every young girl gets to have a dragon for a playmate or have a dragon taxi ride to school. But, Trouble is in trouble at Georgia's school and has been banned from coming any more. He did a vertical landing in the playground, broke all the asphalt and there are those burn marks on the oval. Georgia wonders what Trouble will now do to fill his days. Topics /
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3798 : Trouble and the new kid by Whittle, Cate & King, Stephen Michael (ill) Nina the new kid at school thinks that dragons don't exist. Trouble is still banned from the schoolyard, so he can't show her how she is wrong. It's no fun when people don't believe in you, but believing in things is good for everyone, as Georgia is about to find out. Topics /
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3039 : Trouble at home by Whittle, Cate & Gamble, Kim (ill) Georgia's house is taken by a dragon. A large green dragon with blue wings and red scaly bits around its ears. And, inside her house was Georgia's toddler brother, Godfrey. The only clues are potato chips and a sarsaparilla drink. Georgia's parents are beside themselves but no one believes her story of what happened. Frustrated, Georgia ropes in younger brother Henry and takes matters into her own hands to seek out the dragon and rescue what is rightfully theirs. Topics /
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754441 : Truck Cat, The by Frenkel, Deborah & Snell, Danny (ill) Along with his human, Yacoub, Tinka travels roads wide and narrow, near and distant. But no matter how much they travel, home feels very far away for both of them. Yacoub drives his truck to make a living, learning the landscape of a new country along the way, and longing for connection. When Tinka and Yacoub are unexpectedly separated, they are determined to find their way back to each other and, in doing so, might find more than they expected. The official story chosen for ALIA National Simultaneous Storytime 2025, to be celebrated all across Australia and New Zealand! This book is on the 5-6 booklist for 2025 only, and will return to the 3-4 booklist in 2026. Topics /
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833187 : Trudie Cooper super foodie: Catches a cheat by Eldridge-Alfonzetti, Carolyn & Weston, Julia (ill) Trudie Cooper can't paint portraits, solve difficult sums in her head, write riveting novels, speak six languages, or do other clever things like that. But Trudie has a secret talent. She is a cookery genius! She can whip up any dish, feed a famished family, come up with yummy flavour combinations, and create original recipes that are all her own. She's been doing that since she was two! Topics /
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434 : Under the cat's eye by Rubinstein, Gillian A story of mystery and suspense, centred around Jai, who is at a strange boarding school headed by the monstrous Mr Drake. Topics /
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13692 : Under the sea by Milbourne, Anna and Shimmen, Cathy (ill) Have you ever wondered what's under the sea? Dive beneath the waves and discover bustling fish, a singing whale and twinkling creatures of the deep. K-2 booklist |
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18372 : Usborne art ideas: drawing cartoons by Milbourne, Anna & McCafferty, Jan & MacKinnon, Catherine-Anne Excellent book outlining the tips and techniques involved in creating cartoons. Includes links to a website for extra information, pictures and templates. Written in an easy to follow manner allowing even lesser artistic types to gain skills. 7-9 booklist |
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4670 : Very hungry caterpillar, The by Carle, Eric The very hungry caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food in this beautifully structured and appealing story. Topics /
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1985 : Very peculiar plague, A by Jinks, Catherine Alfred is keen to give up bogling, since he almost lost his last apprentice, Birdie. When children start disappearing, Alfred and Jem join forces, waging an underground war. They even seek help from Birdie, dragging her away from the safe home with Miss Eames. Together they learn that there's only one thing more terrifying than facing a whole plague of bogles - and that's facing some of the sinister people from Jem's past. Topics /
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2015 : Very singular guild, A by Jinks, Catherine The plague of child-eating bogles in London means that Ned's now working as an apprentice to Alfred, the bogler. Alongside Jem and Birdie, Ned must lure bogles out of their lairs so that Alfred can kill them. This means spending a lot of time in murky underground waterways - especially when Alfred is hired to stamp out a deadly infestation. But times are changing, as magic and folklore give way to the machine age. Topics /
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48575 : Very unusual pursuit, A by Jinks, Catherine Monsters have been infesting London's dark places for centuries, eating every child who gets too close. That's why ten-year-old Birdie McAdam works for Alfred Bunce, the bogler. With her beautiful voice and dainty looks, Birdie is the bait that draws bogles from their lairs so that Alfred can kill them. Topics /
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902478 : Violin & cello by Greer, Catherine & Bartel, Joanna (ill) & Lau, Alexander (music) In a big apartment building two children live next door to each other. One plays the violin. One plays the cello. They play alone until one day something exciting happens. A book about friendship, the magic of music and an original duet for musicians to play. Topics /
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877385 : We found a cat by McKinnon, Heidi Look! We found a cat. It has whiskers and a long tail, it has to be a cat...doesn't it? 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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3881 : Weather by Clarke, Catriona A colourful information book about the weather. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on each page with short and informative text. Topics /
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903280 : Wednesday and Woof: Catastrophe by Winston, Sherri & Jose, Gladys (ill) Wednesday and her service dog, Woof, are the best detectives in the whole world-or at least their neighbourhood. But can they find Mrs Winters's cat before her big trip? Or will the case of the cat-napped kitty be their first unsolved mystery? 3-4 booklist |
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751213 : When stars are scattered by Jamieson, Victoria & Mohamed, Omar & Geddy, Iman (ill) Omar feels like he is waiting for his real life to begin. Forced to flee war-torn Somalia at the tender age of four, Omar and his younger brother Hassan have already endured more hardships than most could imagine - the death of their father, witnessing family and friends succumb to injury, illness or hunger, and being separated from their mother. But when they arrive at Dadaab refugee camp in Kenya, life doesn't get any easier. Food is scarce, the chances of resettlement slim, and there is no access to the medical treatment his younger brother - who is non-verbal and has seizures - needs. When Hassan is given the opportunity to attend school, he is struck with guilt. How can he attend school when he is responsible for his little brother, the only family member he has left? But school might be the only chance to escape the open prison of Dadaab. 5-6 booklist |
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854072 : Winston and the indoor cat by Rudge, Leila Two very different cats: Winston, a free-spirited explorer; and The Indoor Cat, lover of leisure; form a friendship and show each other how different their lives could be. Can The Indoor Cat be enticed by outdoor adventure? Will Winston be tempted by a life of indoor luxury? Topics /
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6363 : Wish pony, The by Bateson, Catherine Ruby has had her mum and dad and best friend, Sarah, to herself for as long as she can remember. Now everything is changing because her mum is having a baby and her best friend has found a better friend. She wishes things could be back to how they were. Ruby learns that we must be careful what we wish for. Topics /
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2847 : Words in deep blue by Crowley, Cath This is a love story. It is the story of Howling Books, where readers write letters to strangers, to lovers, to poets. It is the story of Henry Jones and Rachel Sweetie. They were best friends once, before Rachel moved to the sea. Now, she's back, working at the bookstore, grieving for her brother, Cal. She's looking for the future in the books people love and the words they leave behind. Mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. Topics /
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34183 : Yak and Gnu by MacIver, Juliette & Chapman, Cat (ill) Yak and Gnu are best friends who love to row and sing. I wonder who they will meet on their journey down the river. Topics /
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32265 : You can't catch me by Bolton, Nicola Two dogs spend their day chasing Blackbird while she darts from tree to tree collecting mulberries for her babies three. Will they catch her? Topics /
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12128 : You'll wake the baby by Jinks, Catherine & McLean, Andrew (ill) On a wet day, a young brother and sister try to play quietly so as not to wake the baby. Each game inevitably ends in noise. Topics /
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642929 : Zanzibar by Valckx, Catharina Zanzibar wants to be written about in the local paper but he needs to have done something exceptional. When reporter Achille LaBlab knocks on his door, Zaanzibar is disappointed to learn he is very ordinary, but Zanzibar decides it is never too late to achieve greatness and he sets off on a quest to find something to do that will make him exceptional. 3-4 booklist |
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9435 : Zat cat, a haute couture tail by McLaren, Chesley A scruffy stray cat finds his life changed when he disrupts a Paris fashion show and unwittingly creates a new style that makes him the rage of Paris. 3-4 booklist |