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17 Kings and 42 Elephants

Seventeen kings on forty-two elephants Going on a journey through a wild wet night... Join the kings and the elephants on their jungle journey, meeting new creatures as they dance and..

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4 Yaks and a Yeti

High in the foothills of the Himalayas, a young Nepalese boy, Lhakpa, and his four loyal yaks - Yak, Nak, Zopchok and Zum - embark on a perilous journey to find the mythical castle, Shangri-La. On thi..

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$NZ 29.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 29.99

A Aria me te Atua o te Kumara

The gripping sequel to The Astromancer - translated into te reo Maori by Heni Jacob. Koia tenei, ko te paki whakaihiihi e whai mai ana i Te Kokorangi. Noho morearea ana nga ra ki tua- kua mauhe..

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A Guide to Rocks

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A Lion in the Meadow

The little boy said, "Mother, there is a lion in the meadow." The mother said, "Nonsense, little boy." Do you think there is a lion in the meadow? Award-winning author Marga..

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A Lot of Silly: A Book of Rhymes and Nonsense

Joy Cowley knows what makes children laugh. In this book full of absurd poems and very short, silly stories, a man takes his tadpoles for a walk in his hat, a cat is surprised by its talking fee..

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$NZ 34.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 34.99

A Mother Is a House

A contemporary and original gift book, celebrating modern motherhood and mothers. The Times Children's Book of the Week. In this eye-catching, neon-bright picture book, a baby s..

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$NZ 29.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 29.99

Abigail and the Birth of the Sun

Join Abigail on a magical night-time adventure to discover how the sun, moon and planets came into being. Abigail is a curious little girl. She likes to discover the answers to really BIG..

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$NZ 22.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 22.99

Abigail and the Making of the Moon

Abigail always thinks of big questions! Join her on a discovery mission to find out where the Moon came from, and how it stays in the sky. A book for every budding astrophysicist - join curiou..

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$NZ 22.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 22.99

Anei Ke!

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Anei Taky Whenua Here is my Bone

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Annie and Moon / Ko Annie raua ko Marama

A beautiful and award-winning bilingual English and Maori story about a young girl and the little black cat that keeps her company as her mother tries to find them all a home. A new bilingual Eng..

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$NZ 22.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 22.99

Aotearoa Lost Worlds

Aotearoa New Zealand has changed dramatically in its size and nature throughout prehistory. It has also seen a great diversity of animals and plants - dinosaurs, great sea reptiles, the largest-ever b..

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$NZ 19.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 19.99

Aria and the Kumara God

In this exciting return to the world of the Astromancer, will Aria manage to make the impossible climb up to the stars and free Te Kokorangi from Ruatapu's clutches before time runs out? The futu..

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At the Bach

An evocative and beautiful bedtime picture book about summer days spent at the beach by internationally renowned author, Joy Cowley. Summer holidays by the sea have a rhythm all their own. With ..

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At the Bach *NZCYA 2024 Finalist*

An evocative and beautiful bedtime picture book about summer days spent at the beach by internationally renowned author, Joy Cowley. Summer holidays by the sea have a rhythm all their own...

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$NZ 29.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 29.99

Atua: Maori Gods and Heroes **NZ Children's and Young Adult's Book Awards 2022 WINNER**

Gavin Bishop's stunning, once-in-a-generation compendium introduces readers to the pantheon of Maori gods, demigods and heroes, and explores Aotearoa's most exciting legends from the Creation to the M..

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$NZ 39.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 39.99

Bad Hair Day

Yo, what's up, Fuzznut? Sing along with the viral TikTok song Bad Hair Day in this riotous journey through the world's worst bad hair day EVER! You won't be able to stop laughing, or dancing, al..

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Bantam and the Soldier

It is wartime. In the midst of the fighting and devastation, an unusual friendship is formed. The talents of best-selling author Jennifer Beck and prize-winning illustrator Robyn Belton are beautifull..

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$NZ 22.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 22.99

Because I'm Maori He Maori Ahau

He pukapuka rawe mo nga tamariki nohinohi e whakakipakipa nei i te whakahi ahurea. A delightful pukapuka for young tamariki that inspires cultural pride...

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BESS the Brave War Horse

This story is based on the true experiences of a remarkable horse called Bess, one of 10,000 NZ horses sent overseas to battle in World War One. Tragically, at the end of the war the horses could not ..

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$NZ 27.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 27.99

Bigger Digger

Right there in the backyard, Oscar and Bryn struck something hard. What they discover as they dig deeper will surprise everyone. Join these little adventurers and a whole parade of diggers as they unc..

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Blue, Blue Christmas

Forget the woolly jumpers, yule logs and snow, this kid is going to show Santa Claus how we do Christmas in the Southern Hemisphere - with sunglasses, beach cricket, surfing and barbecues! Does S..

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Bomb

In this story about being true to oneself, a boy searches for the secret to doing the perfect bomb into the water. With training from Nan, an expert and former champion, and by listening to his own vo..

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Brambles

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Bruce Goes Outside

Kate's tiny kitten wants to go outside. He struggles with the cat flap, annoys a bird . . . and ends upon the wrong side of the fence. What will Kate do? The kitten in Bruce Goes Outside is b..

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But then ... The almost true story of an overdue book

The far-fetched, tall tale of why a library book is 293 days overdue! "A seal came flying out of the water at us. 'I like stories,' she said and snatched up the book in her jaws ..." A child and their..

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$NZ 21.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 21.99

But then ... The almost true story of an overdue book

The far-fetched, tall tale of why a library book is 293 days overdue! "A seal came flying out of the water at us. 'I like stories,' she said and snatched up the book in her jaws ..." A child and their..

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$NZ 24.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 24.99

Christmas Tree Tangle

Goodness gracious, what do I see?The kitten has climbed the Christmas tree!Climbed so high and climbed so farTo cling with her claws to the Christmas star.Help! A cute little kitten has managed to sca..

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Chugga Tugga Tugboat

What a lot of jobs a tugboat has to do in a busy city port! Will it ever get some time off? Spend the day at the port with a very busy tugboat in this colourful picture book, perfect for preschoo..

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$NZ 22.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 22.99

Classic Rhymes for Kiwi Kids

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Colour the Stars / Taea Nga Whetu Bilingual Anniversary Ed

How do you describe colour to someone who is blind? Isaac and Luke are friends. Luke is blind and believes that he doesn't need colours in his life. Isaac can't imagine a world without colour and deci..

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Colours in the Kete Nga Tae I Roto I Te Kete

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Counting the Stars: Four Maori Myths

A sequel to Taming the Sun and Riding the Waves, Gavin Bishop's latest stunning book contains four more Maori myths, including two well-known legends (Ranginui and Papatuanuku and Hinemoa and Tutaneka..

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$NZ 19.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 19.99

Crane Guy

Let's see all the things we can spy, high above the city with Crane Guy! Spend the day with Crane Guy and see how many things you can spy from up high in his crane. Crane Guy, up so high,..

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Daisy McCray and the Wave of the Day

"When Daisy McCray wandered down to the bay, she carried her surfboard, expecting a wave. But the wind was onshore and the ocean was flat, so Daisy decided to wait on her mat . . ." Daisy's eyes ar..

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$NZ 14.99 Ex Tax: $NZ 14.99

Dazzlehands *NZCYA 2024 Finalist*

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Dinky Donkey's Plinky-Plonky Hee-Haw Hits (Gift Bag of Books)

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Dinner with Grandpa

Every Friday night the family has dinner with Grandma and Grandpa. They all join in making pizza, and over dinner Grandpa often talks about the stars, especially around the time of Matariki. This is a..

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Doctor Grundy's Undies

Doctor Grundy lost his undiesHis best ones, supersized! When a strong wind blows past Doctor Grundy's clothesline, away fly his undies. They land on a pirate ship, are blown on to Scotland, get a mend..

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Don't Scare the Dentist

'Get your teeth into this funny book. It will make you smile.' - Dame Joy Cowley Join Dr Charlie as he faces his biggest fear ... a child in his dental chair. Charlie hated chi..

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Doubledippers! (Big Little Blue, Book #3) *NZCYA 2024 Finalist*

Delightful Bigsies and Littles are back, showcasing the importance of being kind and helping others. There are three simply illustrated, playful stories in this graphic novel-style volume, each one fe..

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Dragon Hunters : Dragon Brothers Trilogy #1

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Dragon Riders : Dragon Brothers Trilogy #3

The third and final book in the Dragon Brothers Trilogy of children's books, the story follows brothers Flynn and Paddy as their pet dragon follows his innate need to migrate - and takes them with him..

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Duck Goes Meow *NZ Book Awards 2023 Winner*

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Duck, Death and the Tulip

In a strangely heartwarming story, a duck strikes up an unlikely friendship with Death. "Who are you? Why are you creeping along behind me?" "Good. You've finally noticed me," said Death. "I am Death..

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Dusty the Digger: Nee Naw and Friends

From the creator of the bestselling Nee Naw books, comes an exciting new character kids will love. Singer-songwriter Dean O'Brien has produced yet another toe-tapping, sing-along song, this time about..

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E hia nga moe? (How many sleeps?)

Most teachers and children can count a few numbers in te reo Maori. But how many can use those numbers in sentences? This Christmas countdown book includes easy sentence structures that are useful al..

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Ellie copter: Nee Naw and Friends

From the creators of the hilarious Nee Naw and Stink-o-saurus books, comes a new spin-off character kids will love! Singer-songwriter Dean O'Brien has produced yet another toe-tapping, sing-alon..

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Elton the Flying Crane: 4 Picture Books in 1

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Ernest Rutherford: Just an ordinary boy

Ernest Rutherford grew up in a tiny town in New Zealand. He had a curious mind and yearned to further his education. But his family could not afford to send him to high sch..

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