English-language children's books

The Poems tell you what to do!!

A drawing book for children which shows how to sketch Australian animals by building up simple shapes. Each picture is accompanied by a poem which describes the creature and the best method of drawing it, and the facing page is blank for budding artists' use.

An introduction to Australia for young readers. The country is considered in terms of its location, weather, shelter, food, landmarks, transport, schools, clothing, recreation, celebrations and culture. Photographs are used to present facts, and there are simple maps to help locate the country.

Twas the day before Christmas,

And in his beach shack,

Santa was snoozing,

Flat out on his back.

'Shake a leg, love,' Sheila Claus said.

'Time to get ready

For the big night ahead.'

Discover how the Aussie Santa gets ready to deliver his pressies! Santa will soon be in a tizz! So much to do - prezzies to wrap, the ute to check and eight roos to choose! But not everything is going to plan. The helpers have gone and the roos are nowhere to be found. What will Santa do now?!

What would happen if an emu came to stay? How would you look after it? Where would it sleep? What would it eat (baked beans, raw fish or cream cakes?) and how would you play with it?

Wild Things! gives young readers a first introduction to exotic animals around the world, looking at how and where they really live and what they need to survive, as it becomes clear that they must be posted back! Each book also includes a final fact spread to explain why each animal is suited to living in its own environment in the wild, as well as how we can help to keep it there.

Ages 4-8

Watch, look, listen and count! This tale's bright, colorful illustrations will enchant children as they find and learn Australian animals, and follow the mood of the weather as the story leads Joey from dawn to starlit night. More than  just a counting book, this picture book can be used to discuss such key concepts as animals, time of day, weather, sounds, and sights.

Sally Morgan is both a writer and a visual artist. Sally loves animals and is passionate about the Australian bush. She has written books for both children and adults, and her autobiography, My Place, is an Australian classic.

Different editions have different covers!

It is important for children to understand the cycle of life, while learning that with such understanding comes responsibility. A responsibility to the environment.

The "Picture Roo Book Series" does just that. In this title, Pauline Reilly, aided by the illustrations of Gayle Russell, explains the life cycle of the kangaroo. Written in a style simple enough for younger children, but containing a wealth of facts, these books will aid in shaping a positive view of wildlife and the world.

For children who wish to learn about exotic animals, and who want to gain a better understanding of the natural world they live in, the "Picture Roo Book Series" will open doors to understanding.

A young Aboriginal girl is taken from the north of Australia and sent to an institution in the distant south. There, she slowly makes a new life for herself and, in the face of tragedy, finds strength in new friendships.

Poignantly told from the child’s perspective, Sister Heart affirms the power of family and kinship. 

Different editions have different covers!