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Picture Books > Hardback Picture Books

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The Snow Queen by Geraldine McCaughrean; Hans Christian Anderson

$30.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

An enchanting picture book retelling of The Snow Queen. A magical, wintery tale of friendship, love and adventure. Join Gerda on her epic journey to the mysterious, snowy lands of the frozen North. Meeting fairy-tale princesses, talking crows and wise old women with enchanted gardens, on her quest to r escue best friend Kai from the Snow Queen's icy palace. Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale has enchanted children for over 150 years. Retold by Carnegie Medal-winning author Geraldine McCaughrean, with stunningly intricate silhouette illustrations, this is a must-have addition to any child's bookshelf. ...Show more

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Jon Klassen's Hat Box (Boxed Set) by Jon Klassen

$70.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

Hold on to all of your hats at once for this special collection of Jon Klassen's celebrated hat trilogy. The bear's hat is gone, and he wants it back. A fish has stolen a hat; will he get away with it? Two turtles have found one hat, but the hat looks good on both of them. . . . Jon Klassen's deliciou sly deadpan hat tales continue to surprise and delight readers of all ages, and they are all now available in one impeccably designed boxed set along with a free frameable print. Included are: I Want My Hat BackThis Is Not My HatWe Found a Hat ...Show more

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The Corner of My Eye (HB) by Colin Thompson

$29.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

A book about a special relationship between a grandfather and his granddaughter who tries to see life through his eyes.  When you are very, very young or very, very old, you can see things out of the corner of your eye. In between, all you can see is all you can see. Unless you are very, very luck y. Then the corner of your eye stays awake forever.  The story of an ageing man who has lost something. But what and where? His granddaughter, Sally, helps him find it. Subtle and touching, this is an emotional response to people trying their best to live in an imperfect world.    ...Show more

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Whitney and Britney : Chicken Divas by Lucinda Gifford

$20.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

Whitney and Britney are two gorgeous chooks, Fluffy and silky with stunning good looks.   Dora is perplexed about where her chooks go each night. Little does she know, they are Whitney and Britney, Chicken Divas!

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A Flamboyance of Flamingos by Jennifer Cossins

$14.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

A wisdom of wombats? A loveliness of ladybirds? A parcel of penguins? Come along on an illustrated journey through the animal kingdom with CBCA award-winning Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins. Featuring 28 full-colour animal illustrations, each with its very own collective noun, this book will delight c hildren and adults alike. ...Show more

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Grumpycorn by Sarah McIntyre

$20.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

Oh, what a Grumpycorn! A must-have unicorn picture book treat from the bestselling, award-winning Sarah McIntyre. Unicorn wants to write the most fabulous story in the world. He has a fancy notebook. A special fluffy pen. He has everything just perfect. But Unicorn has NO IDEA what to write! When his fr iends try to join in, will Unicorn turn into a ... GRUMPYCORN? A funny and feisty picture book celebrating teamwork, friendship and the joys of storytelling. ...Show more

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Celeste the Giraffe Loves to Laugh by Celeste Barber

$20.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

Celeste was a friendly, happy little giraffe. She had a kind heart and she made others laugh. But Celeste sometimes worried that she wasn't enough. It seemed like other animals did much cooler stuff. Join Celeste the Giraffe on her hilarious journey as she finds out what it is that makes her unique.

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The Wind in the Wall by Sally Gardner

$33.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books | Reading Level: new

A beautifully crafted new fairy tale with a dark twist. Be careful what you wish for. 'I have no idea how long I have been incarcerated in these ancient walls . . . Let me explain how I find myself in this predicament . . .' Set in the hot houses of a stately home in eighteenth century England, a gard ener falls from grace when the Duke sets him the impossible task of growing prize pineapples fit to show off in high society. The gardener's star falls further when he is replaced by Mr Amicus, a pineapple 'specialist', whom he believes to be a charlatan and a trickster - but nevertheless miraculously produces fruit to delight the Duke. Determined to uncover Mr Amicus's tricks, the gardener sneaks into the pineapple house to uncover the mysterious shrouded birdcage Mr Amicus carries with him. And what he finds changes his life for ever . . . A cautionary tale with echoes of myth and fairy tale, this bewitching fable will make you careful what you wish for. ...Show more

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Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris by Megan Hess

$28.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books | Series: Claris

An infectious rhyming tale about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from international fashion illustrator Megan Hess.   Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris follows an adorable mouse who dreams of moving to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. One day, she bravely takes the leap - only to find a mean little girl with a horrible-looking cat standing in the way of her perfect Parisian apartment Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and - of course - style to make her dreams come true?   Claris: The Chicest Mouse in Paris is the first picture book in a dazzling new series for lovers of Eloise and Olivia. Destined to delight fashion-obsessed readers of all ages ...Show more

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Home at Last by Vera B. Williams

$36.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

Lester hasn't really belonged to anyone or anyplace for a long time. So when Daddy Albert and Daddy Rich adopt him, he is excited about his new life. There are a lot of things to like about his new house and his family: He has a brand-new room. And a brand-new bed. And a new bike. And new toys. And hot cocoa. And new cousins, too. And then there is Wincka, his new daddies' big, furry dog. She's the best. But even with all these good things, Lester gets lonely and scared in the middle of the night. What will it take to make Lester feel home at last? ...Show more

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Wojtek : The Bear Who Went to War by Alan Pollock

$28.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

In the dark days of war, a group of soldiers far from home come across an orphaned bear cub. They adopt him and hide him in their tents, feeding him with their rations - until he is too big to ignore! When they are told he cannot travel with them, they grant him an officer's commission. Private Wojtek f inds himself helping to carry armaments at the fierce Battle of Monte Cassino. After the war, unable to return to their homeland, the band of soldiers arrive in Edinburgh, Scotland. Peter, Wojtek's substitute parent, has no idea where his own family, forced out of their home, can be. There is a happy ending, however, as Peter is reunited with his family in Scotland - and Wojtek finds a new home in Edinburgh zoo. A statue of Wojtek stands in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh in memory of the brave bear and his fellow soldiers. ...Show more

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King of the Castle by Aurora Rua

$28.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books | Reading Level: Children's - Kindergarten, Age 5-6

Age range 3 to 8 When a creative young boy goes to the beach, he sees it as a blank canvas for imagination and adventure. What starts as a sand castle becomes much, much more...Teachers notes available here

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