EK Catalogue 2017 by Exisle Publishing

Catalogue 2017 Great stories,

great characters,

great messages!

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Australia: Illustrated 4 Dance with Me 6 The Great Sock Secret 7 Patch and Ruby 8

Welcome to EK Books! As a boutique children’s picture book imprint, we pride ourselves on publishing books that make a difference - that inspire, educate and entertain.

The Sugar and Spice Collection 9 Our Dog Benj i 10

Teacher’s notes and classroom resources available from www.ekbooks.org CEO and Publisher Gareth St John Thomas gareth@exislepublishing.com

The Fix–-It Man 11 The Leaky Story 12

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13 Ollie’s Treasure 14 The Chalk Rainbow 15 Grandma Forgets 16 Reena’s Rainbow 17 Finn and Puss 18 Grace and Katie 19 What Could It Be? 20 Smile Cry 21 Dandelions 22 Don’t Think About Purple Elephants 23 A Kid’s Year Series 24 I Don’t Like Cheese 26 Anzac Ted 27 Peas in a Pod 28 Tottie and Dot 29 Just Want To Be . . . ME! 30 I Just Get So . . . Angry! 32 Through the Gate

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Australia: Illustrated Australia. Big. Beautiful. Diverse. From the First People to washing lines and crocodiles, football and sunshine, koalas and akubras, skyscrapers and beaches, this is a glorious tribute to this wide brown land and its rich and varied multicultural communities. Vibrantly illustrated, it not only celebrates the more ‘typical’ Australian flora, fauna and landmarks, but also showcases the everyday quirks and idiosyncrasies that make Australia unique.

Exposure to other people and cultures — w hether directly or indirectly — d oes extraordinary things to kids. It opens their heads and crams wonderful things inside. It relaxes their hearts, softens their emotional boundaries and enriches their minds with alternative ways of thinking and being . . . TANIA MCCARTNEY IN CULTURE CHEST. ILLUSTRATOR’S SPOTLIGHT ISBN 9781925335217

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TANIA MCCARTNEY

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little corella

helmeted friarbird

sulphur-crested cockatoo jabiru hooded parrot

brolga

banded fruit dove

rainbow bee-eater red-faced partridge pigeon

blackwinged stilt magpie goose

forest kingfisher

comb-crested jacana budgerigar

whitethroated grasswren little egret

It is big and it is fat (criteria important to some of our junior readers);) ; it is beautiful with colour, iconic illustrations and few words;) and it’s diverse with its focus on a range of topics that don’t usually feature in these sorts of texts. THE BOTTOM SHELF

The ultimate visual reference guide to all things Aussie by the award-winning Tania McCartney.

The Great Sock Secret

A ballerina in a music box loves nothing more than to dance. But when the little girl who owns the box grows up, who will dance with the ballerina then?

Depicting joy, fun, freedom, movement, uncertainty, release, moving on and new beginnings… this book covers a breadth of ideas with simple beauty and clarity. BUZZWORDS

A gorgeous story about treasured possessions and the memories they hold.

SUSAN WHELAN & GWYNNETH JONES

These fairies look like good fun, ready for some mischief, like taking command of all those missing socks. KIRKUS

Sarah’s mother is tired of finding odd socks in the laundry basket. Where do all the missing socks go? Sarah knows. But her mother mustn’t find out!

A fantastical adventure into an imaginative fairyfilled world.

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Dance with Me PENNY HARRISON & GWYNNETH JONES

And the ballerina twirled and whirled and swayed and swirled and sang to the leopard,

“Come, dance with me.”

But the leopard bared its teeth and snarled,

“I’d rather eat you for dinner, little ballerina.”

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Patch the pony is lonely. Sometimes it feels as if he doesn’t quite fit in on the farm. But one day something happens that changes his life forever.

A story to warm the hearts of young children while they enjoy the entertaining illustrations by Gwynneth Jones. Another delightful book from EK Books.

The Sugar and Spice Collection Patch and Ruby, The Great Sock Secret and Dance with Me are also available in one beautifully presented slipcase. This is a collection that little girls will treasure and that families will hand down from generation to generation as fairies, ponies and ballerinas come out to play in these three fun-filled picture books. Perfect for ages 4 to 8.

. . . combines three stories on subjects every girl loves: ponies, fairies and dancing.

A wonderful tale about friendship and finding out where you belong.

SCHOOL DAYS

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Patch and Ruby ANOUSKA JONES & GWYNNETH JONES

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In the evenings, he and Ruby share dinner together

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while Ernie and Edith get ready for a night out.

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A treasure trove of stories to make a perfect gift. ISBN 9781925335200

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Carter is spot on when he writes from the perspective of an eternally ravenous hound who runs to the kitchen every morning in case the fridge had exploded overnight . . . James Henderson’s illustrations are winsome and sweet.

The Fix-It Man

DIMITY POWELL & NICKY JOHNSTON

We all know that dogs will eat anything. We also know that kids’ tastes generally aren’t so wide-ranging. While ice cream and pizza might be devoured in the blink of an eye, the dreaded ‘green stuff’ (vegetables to the adults) is often pushed to one side of the plate. In delightful illustrations and engaging text, we see how Benji’s willingness to eat anything — from daffodils to brussel sprouts, ice cream to avocados, sandwiches to bones — gradually inspires his child owner to be a little more adventurous.

A young girl believes her dad can fix everything, but the death of her mother is something different altogether. Beautifully illustrated, this lovely story shows how father and daughter combine to provide the necessary resilience and strength to cope with one of life’s harshest experiences.

A hopeful story of life, loss and love.

The author was encouraged to publish this story after it received the warm endorsement of grief therapists who recognise the power of storytelling and the need for a book like this.

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Our Dog Benji PETE CARTER & JAMES HENDERSON

I lay my head on Dad’s heart. He squeezes tight, and I squeeze back. No need for nails or glue. No need for needles or thread or tea. We can fix things together, just Dad and me.

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The Leaky Story

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SALLY FAWCETT

Like all changes, moving house can be difficult. A little girl struggles to cope when confronted with a dilapidated house and a new life. But, over time, the renovations to the house parallel a shift in her perspective, as she realises that change can include good things too.

Ignored for too long, a book leaks out sea water, pirates and crabs into the living room. The family joins forces to put the characters back in the book and discovers along the way that books are the best fun of all!

Discover why b ooks

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Primary school teacher Sally Fawcett opens the gate to resilience and the power of perception in this beautifully evocative story.

This is an action-packed story voyaging into the wonderful world of books, the power of the imagination and the importance of family.

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Drip, drip! Drop, drop! Plop, plop! Splish, splash! Surely it couldn’t get any better!

Whoosh! A little ship sailed out of the book!

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Through the Gate

DEVON SILLETT & ANIL TORTOP

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The Chalk Rainbow

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DEBORAH KELLY & GWYNNETH JONES

Grandma sends Ollie on a treasure hunt. Not in search of a computer game or toy but rather on a journey of exploration into his surroundings. Along the way, Ollie discovers that the key to happiness actually lies within.

Nobody understands Zane apart from his big sister whose unconditional love shows us all how to look at the world through the eyes of others. His sister tells the story in a way that young children can relate to. With an uplifting ending, the family sees things differently and moves forward happily.

P sychologist Lynn Jenkins melds

S ensitively addresses the experience

mindfulness with playfulness in a joyous exploration of the senses and emotions to help children’s healthy development.

Ollie loved treasure hunts.

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Ollie’s Treasure LYNN JENKINS & KIRRILI LONERGAN

of autism in a way that is comforting for children on the spectrum, while also providing insight into their world for others.

… over the zebra crossing …

His grandma knew he loved them, so she sent him a treasure map. In a letter.

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An uplifting and hopeful story to help children understand dementia.

This story celebrates the wonderful relationship Grandma shares with her granddaughter, who is determined to make new memories for them to share as Grandma begins to suffer from dementia. Warm and hopeful, this story shows that while Grandma may not remember their names now, she will always know how much she is loved.

We are like the hues of the rainbow. We are all different. But when we stand together we are one.

Reena’s Rainbow DEE WHITE & TRACIE GRIMWOOD

Reena is deaf and Dog is homeless, but they are also so much more than that. At first Reena and Dog feel like they don’t belong, but when they form a unique bond with each other, and become friends with the hearing children in the park, they discover that everyone is different and special in their own way. Reena’s Rainbow is about friendship, diversity and acceptance.

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Grandma Forgets PAUL RUSSELL & NICKY JOHNSTON

It doesn’t matter if Grandma forgets how to play our games. She still smiles and claps along.

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A tender tale that explores ethics and integrity through the friendship of a lonely boy and a lost cat.

Finn, a young boy, is lonely. Puss, a cat, is lost. Then Finn and Puss meet. Suddenly Finn isn’t lonely anymore, and Puss seems quite happy to be with Finn too. So when Finn sees a ‘Lost’ poster, put up by Puss’s owners, he’s faced with a tough decision. Will he do the right thing? This simple story, told in few words, touches on themes of hope, despair, loneliness and friendship. Above all, it gently explores how sometimes we need to make hard choices but that ‘doing the right thing’ has its own rewards.

Grace and Katie SUSAN WHELAN & LIZ ANELLI

Grace and Katie are twins who love to draw. Grace loves everything to be orderly and neat, while Katie loves everything to be bright and messy. When they want to draw a map of their home and street, the girls can’t agree on how it should be done so they each decide to create their own map. But that doesn’t work out quite as well as they’d planned. Perhaps working together might be more fun after all! An imaginative exploration of individuality, sisterhood, creativity and appreciating each other’s strengths.

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Finn and Puss ROBERT VESCIO & MELISSA MACKIE

From the author of the popular Don’t Think About Purple Elephants , Grace and Katie is a playful testament to the power of teamwork and a celebration of individual strengths.

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Smile Cry

EK CLASSICS

TANIA MCCARTNEY & JESS RACKLYEFT

All about unleashing creativity and thinking outside the square, this book explores how simple shapes can be transformed into a range of objects. Kids are encouraged to find objects and count hidden shapes until the last page helps them create their own shape inspired illustrations.

A fun, flip-over picture book for children that reads from both front and back. Smile Cry is an innovative picture book for young kids, showcasing the full emotional range of their formative years. Readers’ follow three adorable characters — piglet, bunny and cat — as they react emotionally to a variety of events and circumstances.

Stimulating and imaginative, as well as beautifully What Could It Be? offers an illustrated, it’s a superb way to get interactive reading experience for children thinking. — preschool and early school-aged children, a wonderful introduction to PARENTS IN TOUCH Sally Fawcetts’ talents as an author and illustrator.

KIDS’ BOOK REVIEW

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EK CLASSICS

What Could It Be? SALLY FAWCETT

With sweet illustrations and insightful observations, Smile Cry will spark a slew of connections with young readers. NC TEACHER STUFF

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THE DAILY TELEGRAPH

Dandelions

Don’t Think About Purple Elephants

KATRINA MCKELVEY & KIRRILI LONERGAN

This heart-warming picture book explores the bond between a father and his daughter. One day, a little girl notices her father mowing the lawn — in the process destroying her best-loved flowers. Will she forgive her Dad, and will nature surprise her? Exquisite illustrations combine with lyrical text to create a story perfect for readers aged 4–8.

SUSAN WHELAN & GWYNNETH JONES

This is what picture books should be all about - gentle, reassuring, humorous and confidencebuilding.

EK CLASSICS

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Dandelions

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ng the ying her ons.

A sumptuous picture book with a cast of cavorting characters and a subtle message for anxious kids.

PARENTS IN TOUCH

A clever, well-written book that … helps children understand that they aren’t on their own. — ISBN 9781921966699 THE BOTTOM SHELF ISBN 9781921966828

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Shortlisted Book of the Year 2016

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A Kiwi Year

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These are picture books bursting with national pride! Each double-page spread features a month of the year and covers modern-day culture, lifestyle and traditions, as seen through the eyes of five typical children. Charming, whimsical and inclusive, these books celebrate all that makes each country or state great. 9½ x 10 inches / 245 x 255 mm

A Canadian Year

These books open up a whole new world to children who want to learn about other cultures. — KIDS’ BOOK REVIEW

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Coming June 2017

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EK CLASSICS

A KID’S YEAR series

TANIA MCCARTNEY & TINA SNERLING

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Learn all about what a day in the life of kids all over the world is like in this amazing series. —

LITTLE ANGEL

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I thought this book had some interesting things to share ( l ike what “Texas” means) , and I learned a few new things about my home state. – An Aussie Year

KIDS BOOK BUZZ

Shortlisted for the West Australian Young Readers’ Book Award and winner of ACT Writing and Publishing Award

I Don’t Like Cheese

EK CLASSICS

Mike the mouse isn’t like other mice. He just won’t eat cheese. Fortunately, Ashley, the little human girl who lives in the house, feeds him lots of tasty treats, like pizza and tacos. But, hold on, don’t those have cheese in them?

The way the book was written was easy for me to read on my own. I think other kids should read this book because it will show them it is important to try new foods, they may like it.

BELINDA LANDSBERRY

Shortlisted for the West Australian Young Readers’ Book Award

This is the poignant story of a little boy’s teddy bear that was passed down to him from his Grandpa Jack. Battered, torn, missing an eye and an ear, he might look scary but he’s got a great story to tell. For Anzac Ted went to war, keeping soldiers company and giving them comfort.

EK CLASSICS

Anzac Ted

HANNAH CHANDLER & LAUREN MERRICK

SAN FRANCISCO BOOK REVIEW (REVIEWED BY JEWEL, AGED 7)

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EK CLASSICS

TANIA MCCARTNEY & TINA SNERLING

Meet Pippa, Pia, Poppy, Polly and Peg — quintuplets who do everything the same . . . eat, sleep, cry and sit . . . everything. But one day the girls decide that they don’t like being the same . . .

Tottie and Dot are two little girls who live side by side. Life is very peaceful until one day the girls begin competing with each other to create the best house. As the story unfolds, jealousy takes hold and their competitive spirit gets increasingly out of control until, ultimately, things collapse in a disastrous heap.

. . . wrapped up in a striking hot-pink cover . . . could there be a better recipe for a children’s picture book?!

KIDS’ BOOK REVIEW

EK CLASSICS

Tottie and Dot

Peas in A Pod TANIA MCCARTNEY & TINA SNERLING

The simple text in Tottie and Dot highlights the futility of “keeping up with the Joneses”, and that it is simpler and easier to live in harmony.

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BOOKS FOR OLDER READERS

I Just Want To Be . . . ME!

TIMOTHY & SANDRA BOWDEN

Research suggests that at any given time around 10 per cent of students will be suffering from a mental health issue that directly impacts on their education and health. Acceptance and Commitment Timothy Bowden taught English and History in high schools for 14 years before retraining as a school counselor. Since learning about ACT, he now uses its

Therapy (ACT) has been proven to be useful in teaching young people effective, flexible strategies for dealing with the stressors in their life and these principles are now brought to life in this graphic novel. By following the main character, Holly, through her encounters with monsters (representing her inner doubts and unpleasant thoughts), children will learn how to similarly deal with their own issues and develop a more resilient mental attitude and achieve better emotional balance.

principles when advising young people in both primary and secondary schools.

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Sandra Bowden taught in primary

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the past nine years. She is also a registered psychologist who has embraced the I Just Want to Be . . . Me!

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schools for 13 years before retraining as a school counselor, her vocation for principles of ACT. Sandra has created the artwork for I Just Get So . . . Angry! and

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In graphic novel form I Just Get So . . . Angry! enables teenagers to develop effective, flexible coping skills to deal with life’s challenges.

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Australia: Illustrated

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Dance With Me

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The Great Sock Secret

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I Just Get So . . . Angry! TIMOTHY & SANDRA BOWDEN

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Patch and Ruby

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The Sugar and Spice Collection

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Our Dog Benji

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The Fix-It Man

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The Leaky Story

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Through the Gate 9 781925 335415

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9¼ x 6 inches / 234 x 153 mm

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ISBN 9781925335422

Guidelines - Correct Logo Use

‘EK’ Logo - Revised May 2013.

DO NOT DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM EXISLE PUBLISHING LIMITED

EK is short for Exisle Kids - Exisle Publishing’s Imprint for childrens/teen books. The shoe represents all that we love about children: Energy, playfulness & adventure. We want our EK Imprint to share these values, so we encourage designers to use our logo with the same energy, playfulness & adventure. This will be achieved by the use of colours that enhances the EK logo whilst complimenting it’s surroundings. Enjoy!

Use Logo ‘A’ in all applications ensuring printed size is NOT LESS than 8mm WIDE

Guidelines - Correct Logo Use ‘EK’ Logo - Revised May 2013.

DO NOT DISTRIBUTE WITHOUT WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM EXISLE PUBLISHING LIMITED

EK PRIMARY USE Logo - Full colour (To be used wherever possible)

ISBN 978-1-921966-82-8

8mm

Use Logo ‘A’ in all applications ensuring printed size is NOT LESS than 8mm WIDE

8mm

If Logo ‘A’ needs to be LESS than 8mm WIDE

www.ekbooks.com.au EK TINY USE Logo - Full colour (To be used only when neccessary)

www.dandelions.ekbooks.com.au The difference between the ‘A’ Primary Use and ’B‘ Tiny Use Logos is the detail on the shoe is removed - because such detail begins to ‘fill’ when reporduced at such tiny sizes.

4mm

8mm

Minimum size for EK Logo = 8mm wide.

If Logo ‘A’ needs to be LESS than 8mm WIDE

EK TINY USE Logo - Full colour (To be used only when neccessary) The difference between the ‘A’ Primary Use and ’B‘ Tiny Use Logos is the detail on the shoe is removed - because such detail begins to ‘fill’ when reporduced at such tiny sizes. Use Logo ‘B’ in all applications less than 8mm wide ensuring printed size is NOT LESS than 4mm WIDE

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Use Logo ‘B’ in all applications less than 8mm wide ensuring printed size is NOT LESS than 4mm WIDE

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Background

EK PRIMARY USE Logo - Full colour (To be used wherever possible)

Minimum size for EK Logo = 8mm wide.

Katrina McKelvey Kirrili Lonergan

Background

Dandelions 4mm

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Minimum size = 4mm wide.

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4mm

Minimum size = 4mm wide.

If Logo ‘B’ needs to be MORE than 8mm WIDE, Use Logo ‘A’

ISBN 9781925335477

9 781925 335453

The Chalk Rainbow

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ISBN 9781925335484

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Reena’s Rainbow

9 781921 966699 ISBN 9781925335439

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9 781925 335484 ISBN 9781925335446

Finn and Puss

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ISBN 9781921966699 Paperback

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Grandma Forgets

9 781925 335439 ISBN 9781921966248

Grace and Katie

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9 781925 335446 ISBN 9781921966866

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What Could It Be?

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9 781921 966248 ISBN 9781921966873

Smile Cry

9 781921 966866

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ISBN 9781925335071

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Don’t Think About Purple Elephants

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A Canadian Year

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A Kiwi Year

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An Aussie Year

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A New York Year

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There’s nothing for it: she’s just going to have to sit outside and wait until they grow back! Fortunately, Dad has another idea …

Kirrili Lonergan

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A little girl hears her father mowing the lawn one day, in the process destroying her favourite flowers — the dandelions.

A heart-warming story about a father’s love, the resilience of nature and the importance of hope.

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Dandelions

Katrina McKelvey

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Ollie’s Treasure

Dandelions

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A Texas Year

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I Don’t Like Cheese

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Anzac Ted

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9 781925 335187 ISBN 9781925335286

9 781921 966712 ISBN 9781921966491

Peas in a Pod

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9 781925 335286 ISBN 9781921497476

9 781921 966491 ISBN 9781921966217

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Tottie and Dottie

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I Just Want To Be . . . Me!

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I Just Get So . . . Angry! 9 781921 966217

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