Children's books open the door to imagination and a lifelong love of reading. Picture books sit alongside stories for confident young readers, offering compelling characters, memorable worlds and experiences that grow with each stage of childhood. 

Across a breadth of genres, themes and formats, these books support creativity, curiosity and connection, making reading both captivating and rewarding for young readers and adults who share stories with them. 

These featured kids’ books bring energy and variety to young readers. 

In You’ll Always Be My Baby, Jessica Urlichs, with illustrations by Jedda Robaard, presents a gentle, rhyming picture book that celebrates the bond between parent and child. 

Andrew Daddo’s Bitza introduces a lovable, mixed-breed dog in search of a home, combining comedy with heart in a cheerful story about belonging, identity and finding where you fit. 

In Mary Fowler: Mary’s Game, football star Mary Fowler brings her love of sport and teamwork to a vibrant junior series, following the camaraderie and challenges that come from playing together. 

R.A. Spratt’s Romeo v Juliet reimagines the classic Shakespeare tale, placing familiar characters in a contemporary setting and giving the story a witty and fresh perspective. 

Spanning picture books, junior fiction and playful reimaginings, these titles suit a wide range of interests and reading stages.  

Straight from one of Australia's most beloved children's shows. 

Bluey: Here Come the Grannies is a colouring adventure, filled with waggishness, whimsy and plenty of granny-inspired mischief. 

A Little Golden Book, Bluey: Baby Race, retells the story of Bluey’s first steps through Mum’s eyes, offering a gentle and reassuring look at growing up. 

In Bluey: The Beach, a day by the sea becomes an adventure of small discoveries, as Bluey sets out to find Mum, encountering new experiences along the way in an interactive lift-the-flap format. 

Bluey: Mum School follows Bluey as she takes on the role of teacher, turning an everyday moment into a playful story. 

Full of recognisable family moments and perfect for reading aloud, these Bluey titles capture the spirit of the series in a way that feels just as endearing in print.

Bestselling kids' books bring together the stories that generations of young readers return to again and again.

Favourites such as Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Bluey and Roald Dahl’s timeless stories continue to capture imaginations through memorable characters and gripping storytelling. 

These widely read titles offer a reliable place to begin, with stories children love. You can find more in our Popular Books collection. 

Children’s books can be matched to every stage of growing up, from infants and toddlers enjoying rhythm and colour to young children beginning to read independently. As confidence grows, chapter books introduce richer plots and more developed characters, while tweens and teens engage with more complex, idea-driven storytelling. 

These age ranges offer a helpful guide, but every reader develops differently. The right book is the one that reflects a child's spirit, interests and pace.

Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid series follows Greg Heffley as he navigates school, family and friendships. Told through diary-style entries and lively illustrations, the books capture everyday moments in a way that feels relatable and is easy to read. 

Admired by young readers around the world, the series combines sharp observation with humour and honesty, making it a popular choice for both new and confident readers. 

Browse the latest in the Wimpy Kid series to keep the laughs going.

Introduce young readers to children’s classics that have been shared across generations. With memorable characters and enduring storytelling, these books remain as engaging today as ever. 

They offer moments of enjoyment, reflection and connection, inviting readers of all ages to return to them over time.

Often bursting with laughter, adventure, fellowship and fantasy, book series are ideal for children, offering familiar characters and ongoing stories that build interest and keep them eager to read on.

With options for every age and stage, from early readers to more confident book lovers, there is something to suit all interests and reading levels.

Explore more in our Young Readers Series collection. 

Reading offers children a rich and rewarding way to engage with the world, sparking playfulness and curiosity from an early age. Through stories, they develop language skills and understanding. 

Reading books with kids also creates meaningful moments. Over time, these experiences support self-assurance in reading and a lasting appreciation for storytelling.

It can be difficult to know where to begin when introducing children to books, especially as every reader develops at their own pace. Following what sparks their interest is often the most helpful approach, whether it's through fantastic stories, graphic novels or audiobooks. 

You can find more ideas in our bedtime books for kids, sports books for kids and Australian children’s classics collections, all of which offer books that can match a child’s preferences as they grow. 

Above all, reading should feel personal. Giving children the freedom to choose their books also helps build their confidence and independence.

These free, downloadable activity packs with colouring pages, puzzles and games offer a simple way for children to spend more time with the stories and characters they like.  

Designed to be easy and engaging, they support creativity and imaginative play, offering another way for children to connect with reading in a relaxed and enjoyable way.