Keep the kids entertained with these fun book-related ideas. There's an activity book for every age: one for littlies, one for kids and one for grown-ups too!
Puffinalia for Littlies
Jam-packed with colouring in, spot the difference, mazes and more for kids under 6 years old.
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Puffinalia for Kids
Exciting find-a-words, colouring and drawing challenges for kids aged 6–12.
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Puffinalia for Grown-Ups
The benefits of reading, how to encourage reluctant readers and great stories for parents.
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Roo Knows Blue
A joyous celebration of colour in the Australian bush from bestselling author-illustrator Renee Treml.
A Banana is a Banana
From household name Justine Clarke (actress, singer, children’s entertainer) and musician extraordinaire Josh Pyke comes a laugh-out-loud picture book based on the song ‘A Banana is a Banana’. Paired with bright illustrations by award-winner Heath McKenzie this story champions the fun kids can have with words, rhymes and a bit of imagination.
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Goodnight, Glow Worms
From the creator of the delightful Meerkat Splash comes a cuddly, snuggly bedtime book for the very young.
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The Besties to the Rescue
From the author and illustrator of the popular Sporty Kids books comes an exciting new beginner-reader series that celebrates the everyday adventures – at school, at home, in the backyard, even in the living room! A funny, sweet series about kids being kids, where imagination and play rule!
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The Besties Show and Smell
From the author and illustrator of the popular Sporty Kids books comes an exciting new beginner-reader series that celebrates the everyday adventures – at school, at home, in the backyard, even in the living room! A funny, sweet series about kids being kids, where imagination and play rule!
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The Besties Make a Splash
From the author and illustrator of the popular Sporty Kids books comes an exciting new beginner-reader series that celebrates the everyday adventures – at school, at home, in the backyard, even in the living room! A funny, sweet series about kids being kids, where imagination and play rule!
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The Besties Party On
From the author and illustrator of the popular Sporty Kids books comes an exciting new beginner-reader series that celebrates the everyday adventures – at school, at home, in the backyard, even in the living room! A funny, sweet series about kids being kids, where imagination and play rule!
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Kensy and Max 5: Freefall
Where do you draw the line when your family and friends are in grave danger? Do you take action even though it means ignoring the rules?
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Toffle Towers 2: The Great River Race
The second book in Tim Harris's ridiculously entertaining Toffle Towers series that will make kids laugh out loud – and get their imaginations soaring.
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Nelson 1: Pumpkins and Aliens
Nelson is a brand-new series from DJ, food writer, TEDx speaker, charity founder and all-round funny guy, Andrew Levins.
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Super Sidekicks 3: Trial of Heroes
'Everyone loves an underdog. SUPER SIDEKICKS is a winner!' Lincoln Peirce, author of BIG NATE
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League of Llamas 1: The Golden Llama
Forget finding the elusive Fortnite llama or taming your Minecraft llama – 2020 is the year of the League of Llamas!
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League of Llamas 2: Llama Impossible
High-action, high-adventure and high-humour – the League of Llamas series is perfect for fans of Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and The Bad Guys.
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League of Llamas 3: Undercover Llamas
High-action, high-adventure and high-humour – the League of Llamas series is perfect for fans of Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and The Bad Guys.
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League of Llamas 4: Rogue Llama
High-action, high-adventure and high-humour – the League of Llamas series is perfect for fans of Diary of a Minecraft Zombie and The Bad Guys.
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Atticus Van Tasticus
A ten-year-old pirate captain? Absurd? Not in the world of Atticus Van Tasticus, a fabulously funny new illustrated junior fiction series from the brilliant and wacky creative minds of Andrew Daddo and Stephen Michael King.
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Atticus Van Tasticus 2: The Map of Half Maps
The second book in the Atticus Van Tasticus pirate series from the hilariously funny team of Andrew Daddo and Stephen Michael King.
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Derek Dool Supercool 1: Bust a Move
Think of the COOLEST, FUNNIEST, most HANDSOME kid in school, times it by a gazillion and you get DEREK DILBERT DOOL. At least he thinks so . . . Pity he’s the only one.
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Aussie Kids: Meet Taj at the Lighthouse
Aussie Kids is an exciting new series for emerging readers 6-8 years.
From a NSW Zoo to a Victorian lighthouse, or an outback sheep farm in WA to a beach in QLD, this junior fiction series celebrates stories about children living in unique places in every state in Australia.
8 characters, 8 stories, 8 authors and illustrators from all 8 states and territories!
Come on an adventure with Aussie Kids and meet Taj from Victoria.
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There's a Hippopotamus on Our Roof Eating Cake 40th Anniversary Edition
A special edition of the bestselling Australian classic picture book that every bookshelf should have.
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Rocky and Louie
A heartfelt story about the bond between two brothers and their special connection to country. Illustrated by CBCA award-winning picture-book creator Dub Leffler, and written by acclaimed singer/storyteller Phil Walleystack and award-winning children’s author Raewyn Caisley.
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What Zola Did on Monday
From the author of Looking for Alibrandi comes this gorgeous series to engage and entertain newly independent young readers.
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Edie's Experiments 1: How to Make Friends
A new school, a classroom full of potential new friends and a science kit. What could possibly go wrong?
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Alice-Miranda At School
Move over, Matilda, and step aside, Madeline, there's a new charming miniature heroine about to make her mark.
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Book With No Pictures
If a kid is trying to make you read this book, the kid is playing a trick on you. You will end up saying silly things and making everybody laugh and laugh!
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Super Sporty Girls
Kick goals, challenge yourself and play with passion. Be inspired by these formidable Australian sportswomen who are fierce athletes and also the champions of having fun.
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Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum
From the mind of Dr. Seuss comes a book to help understand the sometimes puzzling thing we call ART. Welcome to Dr. Seuss's Horse Museum - now open for a canter through art history.
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The Upside-down History of Down Under
Read the un-put-down-able history of Down Under – unexpected, heroic and sometimes tragic. But never ever boring.
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The Australia Survival Guide
Australia is trying to KILL you – this book will save your life!
HOPE: 50 Ways to Help Our Planet Every Day
Did you know your food travels an average of 4000 kilometres to get to you? Have you ever wondered where exactly ‘away’ is when you throw something away? Or what happens to the 3 billion drink cans Australians go through in a year?
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How to Save the Whole Stinkin' Planet
Let's go on a journey – it's going to be stinky, sticky and pretty gross, but if you want to be a waste warrior it's the most important journey you'll ever take.
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The Peski Kids 4: Near Extinction
Dinosaurs will be glad they’re extinct once they’ve had a visit from The Peski Kids!
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Orphans of the Tide
A breathtaking middle grade debut for fans of Brightstorm and His Dark Materials.
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The Unadoptables
The amazing humour and world-building of Nevermoor meets the wisdom and warmth of Rooftoppers in this most un-ordinary adventure about five amazing children . . .
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What Zola Did on Thursday activity pack
Colouring pages, word search and a spot-the-difference.
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Penguin author named Australian of the Year 2023
Congratulations to all those recognised at the Australian of the Year Awards 2023, including bestselling author Taryn Brumfitt.
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3 reasons why readers love Jacqueline Harvey’s Kensy and Max series so much
Learn more about Kensy and Max, Jacqueline Harvey’s series that has sold over 100,000 copies.
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Easy costume hacks for Book Week 2021
Bluey masks, Roald Dahl favourites, Friday Barnes, Ginger Meggs and more.
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Bold, wise and funny girls
The best books for educators to share on International Women’s Day 2021
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How to get your kids to eat vegetables
Wisdom from foodie, father and author of the Nelson series, Andrew Levins.
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Read these books before your kids go back to school
Books for first timers, experienced students or parents at home.
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Why Renée Treml’s picture books should be on every Aussie bookshelf
One art form that has always celebrated Australiana is picture books.
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6 incredible book series to get your 7-year-old hooked on reading
Inspire an eternal love of reading with these accessible series for new readers, featuring large print, fun images, simple vocabulary, and best of all, captivating stories!
