CHILDREN'S BOOKS at Born to Run Cathy Freeman
The Last Dragon Charles Massy
A splendid picture book version of Freeman's early childhood and life up to her triumph at the Sydney Olympic Games. The text is warm and direct, and full of love for her family and her joy in running, even when she came up against prejudice and uncertainty. An inspiring story complemented by slightly naive, colourful and expressive illustrations which capture the achievements and persistence of a national icon. A book to read again and again! Ages 6-9 Lindy Hb $24.99
Timpo is a little dragon lizard of the Monaro region. There are none of his kind around and his only friend is a female wolf spider. As time goes by, Timpo longs to find other dragons, so Wolfie accompanies him as he searches the countryside, dodging predators and exploring the high country. A charming book with excellent factual material and delicate, expressive watercolour illustrations that capture the muted beauties of the open plains. I can see this on all the award lists! Ages 4-7 Lindy Hb $19.99
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Bug Atlas
Amazing Facts, Fold-Out Maps and Life-Size Surprises
Joe Fullman
The Dinosaur Book Lonely Planet Kids
Let's have a look at the fascinating microcreatures of the world. Continent by continent, this book reveals creepy-crawlies galore! There are maps, gatefold pages, lift-the-flaps and life-size elements, all illustrated with a colourful mix of photography and art. From dinner-plate spiders to arms-length phasmids, zombie ants to iridescent beetles, tiny mites to monster millipedes, this is an entertaining and educational book for any budding entomologist! Ages 6-10 Lindy Hb $29.99
The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Peculiar Pairs in Nature Sami Bayly
The third Illustrated Encyclopaedia from this vastly talented natural history illustrator provides just as much fun and wonder as the other two - Ugly Animals and Dangerous Animals (Hb $32.99 each). This time, 60 of the most unusual pairings are illustrated and explained - from insects with plants, fish with invertebrates, and animals with insects - showing that 'the odd couple' is not a myth, but in fact makes evolutionary sense! Lindy Hb $32.99
Dinosaurs are a perpetual source of wonder and this lively book covers 80 of the world's most interesting ones. From T-rex to pterosaur, sauropod to tiny little bird-ancestors, this reveals and illustrates their most fascinating features. It also covers the history of palaeontology and how our interpretations have changed with new fossil finds and technology. Fact-filled and fun, this will absorb readers aged 6-10. Lindy Hb $29.99
Wandi Favel Parrett
A dingo cub is snatched by an eagle, carried from his home, dropped, found and cared for at a sanctuary. Sounds like a tall tale? No, it really happened! Wandi is a pure alpine dingo and now resides at the Dingo Discovery Sanctuary and Research Centre in Victoria. This sweet and gentle retelling is from Wandi's pointof-view, with all the uncertainty and curiosity a little cub might feel. The text is accompanied by simple line drawings, and has factual material about dingoes at the back of the book. Perfect for ages 6-9 to not only enjoy the story of Wandi, but also to learn about the importance of dingoes in the natural environment. Lindy Hb $19.99
The Boy and the Elephant
The Best Cat, the Est Cat
Freya Blackwood
Libby Hathorn
A young boy lives in the frantic city, but opposite his busy home is a patch of green where his friend - an elephant only he knows about - lives. When he learns that a new development will destroy the elephant's home, he finds a way to save his friend. A wordless book that allows the reader to concoct the tales contained within the gorgeously atmospheric and richly coloured illustrations, with a satisfying resolution. Ages 3 and up. Lindy Hb $24.99
Who better to guide children around our precious State Library than Trim the cat? He shows off the biggEST and the smallEST and the most majESTic of articles in the library's collection - and all the other 'ests'! Written in rollicking rhyme that begs to be read out loud and exuberantly illustrated by Rosie Handley, who also includes many of the institution's treasures amongst her colourful pages. A wonderful introduction to Australia's oldest library. Ages 5-8 Lindy Hb $24.95
Marcie Gill and the Caravan Park Cat
Cat Problems Jory John
Monica McInerney
No-one has problems like this snarky feline! First he wakes up after only 19 hours sleep, then the other cat is in his favourite place (and his second and third and other favourites), the food in his bowl is the wrong sort, a vacuum cleaner impinges on his territory, and that sunny spot keeps shifting. Maybe meowing will help? Certainly the squirrel who tells him to be grateful for a comfortable life is not helping. AT ALL!! Wittily and expressively illustrated by Lane Smith, this absolute laugh-out-loud book is one that adults will enjoy as much as kids. Lindy
Hb $26.99
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The award-winning novelist turns her hand to this delightful and uplifting tale of young Marcie. Her parents run Snorkel Bay's caravan park, but it's in financial trouble, they aren't speaking to each other, and Marcie's siblings aren't much help. Her grandmother is her only confidant, but she's broken a hip and is in hospital. Enter George the green-eyed black cat who can answer questions asked of him... and Marcie learns to tackle each of her problems with his wise counsel. A gentle story of kindness and community, enhanced by Danny Snell's illustrations. Ages 8-12 Lindy Hb $19.99
