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Possum Magic


Mem Fox - 1983
    But when Hush longs to be able to see herself again, the two possums must make their way across Australia to find the magic food that will make Hush visible once more. “Another treat from Mem Fox that is sure to be treasured. The whimsical illustrations are a wonderful complement.”--Children’s Book Review Service

Belinda


Pamela Allen - 1993
    When it's time for Old Tom to milk Belinda the cow, who is usually milked by Tom's wife, Old Tom comes up with a surprising and hilarious solution.

There's a Hippopotamus on our Roof Eating Cake


Hazel Edwards - 1980
    I know why there's a hole. There's a hippopotamus on our roof eating cake.' The cake-eating hippo is ageless. This classic story about one of the largest and most famous imaginary friends has been delighting children around the world for almost 40 years. To celebrate the original hippo story was republished in a hardback gift edition for the 30th anniversary with a special sparkly hippo on the cover, ready to delight a whole new generation of children. Now available from Penguin Puffin, and in Chinese from Sichuan Children's Publishing, there are seven titles in the series. 'Ho Ho Ho There's a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Christmas Cake' sold out at Christmas 2018. . A short film made by Pocket Bonfire Productions was shown at the Sydney Opera House in 2012. In 2016, Garry Ginivan Attractions toured 'Hippo! Hippo! the Musical' nationally.In 2020 there will be special celebrations for the 40th anniversary of this across the generations, favourite book character.

Wombat Stew


Marcia K. Vaughan - 1984
    A dingo intent on making wombat stew receives cooking suggestions from the other animals, unaware that they are protecting their fellow creature.

Alice in Wonderland: A BabyLit® Colors Primer


Jennifer Adams - 2012
    Kids will love Alison Oliver’s colorful and cheeky illustrations bringing life to Little Master Carroll’s beloved children’s classic.

Another Monster at the End of This Book


Jon Stone - 1996
    In this sequel, furry old Grover is still fearful of monsters--and he learns that there's another one at the end of this book! Just who is the monster at the end of this book?

Edward the Emu


Sheena Knowles - 1990
    Over 100 5-star reviewers agree: "A wonderful book with a wonderful message: be yourself!""If you buy one book for sheer fun, there's no question it should be this one." —San Diego Union TribuneTired of his life as an emu, Edward decides to try being something else for a change. He tries swimming with the seals, he spends a day lounging with the lions, and even slithers with the snakes. But Edward soon discovers that being an emu may be the best thing after all.This picture book is an excellent choice to share in the classroom or at home—both adults and kids will laugh at and sympathize with Edward the Emu.

Chu's Day


Neil Gaiman - 2013
    Chu is a little panda with a big sneeze.When Chu sneezes, bad things happen.In dusty library, diner pepper, circus tent, Will Chu sneeze today?

The Wolf, the Duck, and the Mouse


Mac Barnett - 2017
    This is a story about a mouse, and how he got swallowed up by a wolf, and who he met down in its belly, and what happened after that.

Cyrus the Unsinkable Sea Serpent


Bill Peet - 1975
    The kindly sea serpent almost succumbs to peer pressure, but learns at last to be himself.

The Berenstain Bears and Too Much TV


Stan Berenstain - 1984
    Then the Bear family finds other ways to have fun and keep busy, so they watch less when TV is allowed again--and they don't even miss it.

The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes


Beatrix Potter - 1911
    Timmy and his wife Goody attempt to save nuts for winter, but encounter obstacles.

Russell the Sheep


Rob Scotton - 2005
    until, at last, he falls asleep.

Imagine


Alison Lester - 1990
    A vivid introduction to animals from all parts of the world, portraying them in their specialized environments with intricately detailed pictures.

Dragons Love Tacos


Adam Rubin - 2012
    They love chicken tacos, beef tacos, great big tacos, and teeny tiny tacos. So if you want to lure a bunch of dragons to your party, you should definitely serve tacos. Buckets and buckets of tacos. Unfortunately, where there are tacos, there is also salsa. And if a dragon accidentally eats spicy salsa . . . oh, boy. You're in red-hot trouble.The award-winning team behind Those Darn Squirrels! has created an unforgettable, laugh-until-salsa-comes-out-of-your-nose tale of new friends and the perfect snack.