August 2024 Trade Parade – Scholastic New Zealand

BUT THEN ...

The almost true story of an overdue book

SALES POINTS:

• Swapna Haddow, award-winning author of the Dave Pigeon and Bad Panda books, loves writing about boisterous animals and madcap adventures and this outrageously funny story will certainly stretch children’s imaginations!

• Kids love tall stories, and this one will not disappoint. A delightful grandparent and child story.

• Haddow’s colourful characters are brought to life by Daron Parton’s equally colourful, fun and quirky illustrations.

WRITTEN BY SWAPNA HADDOW ILLUSTRATED BY DARON PARTON

BUT THEN ...

THE ALMOST TRUE STORY OF AN OVERDUE BOOK

Author: SWAPNA HADDOW

Illustrator: DARON PARTON

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 24 PP

The far-fetched, tall tale of why a library book is 293 days overdue! “A seal came flying out of the water at us. ‘I like stories,’ she said and snatched up the book in her jaws ...” A child and their grandfather are returning a book to the library. When the librarian points out it’s 293 days overdue, Grandad recounts an outrageous, funny and far-fetched story of why it took so long to get the book back to the returns desk. Warning: a penguin, two seals, an owl, a whale and an albatross may have been involved!

AU RRP: $18.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

ISBN: 9781775438755

Format: PAPERBACK PAPERBACK

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

ISBN: 9781775438823

Format: HARDBACK HARDBACK

THE SQUEAKLING

Written by Kristin Kelly

THE SQUEAKLING: THE TALE OF SPIKE, MAX AND THE TINY INTRUDER

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: KRISTIN KELLY

Illustrator: RONJA SCHIPPER

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC

NEW ZEALAND

ISBN: 9781775438588

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 32 PP

Max and Spike are troubled. Their owners have brought home a new baby and all the attention is on this ‘squeakling’. Studying it closely, they note that it likes to shake things, make big noises and it smells bad. Plan A is to do the same. FAIL! Plan B is to make themselves helpful so they bring in the washing (dragging it through the dirt), clean the dishes (lick them) and water the pot plants (by weeing on them!). Surprisingly, that doesn’t work either. Perhaps they just have to leave home …

SALES POINTS:

• Winner of the 2023 Storylines Joy Cowley Award.

• Kristin Kelly has written a brilliantly funny story from the dogs’ point-of-view.

• A chance for children to examine their own feelings/emotions when a new baby joins the family.

• Colourful, quirky illustrations from Ronja Schipper capture beautifully the pathos and humour.

Illustrated by Ronja Schipper

DUCK FOR COVER! (TRASHY TALES #1)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: KATE & JOL TEMPLE

Illustrator: RONOJOY GHOSH

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761298844

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 5+

Dimensions: 190 X 150 MM Page Count: 128 PP

Benny the bin chicken and his friends, Scrap and Tweeter, are in a flap! A cheeky little duckling is following them everywhere, and the seagulls have stolen their breakfast! Can this trashy trio come up with a plan to get their chips back?!

SALES POINTS:

• An imPECKable new junior fiction series landing soon from the best-selling creators of Bin Chicken!

• Introducing Benny the bin chicken, Tweeter the lazy sparrow and Scrap the rat in their hilarious trash-filled hijinks and misadventures.

• About friendship, teamwork ... and dumpster diving for hot chips!

• Written by Kate and Jol Temple, the award-winning authors of Room on Our Rock.

• Featuring two-colour illustrations by Ronojoy Ghosh and easy-to-read text—perfect for newly independent readers.

AU RRP: $179.88 NOT AVAILABLE IN NZ

ISBN: 9781761527210 12-COPY STOCK PACK*

Contains:

Duck for Cover! (Trashy Tales #1)

ISBN 9781761298844 X 12

AU RRP $14.99

KATE AND JOL TEMPLE

Kate and Jol Temple are the internationally award-winning children’s authors of more than twenty books for children. Their books have been translated into 22 languages worldwide. Their picture books include the hilarious best-selling picture book series Bin Chicken. In 2022, Winner Winner Bin Chicken Dinner was shortlisted for the ABIA Children’s Picture Book of the Year. In 2020, their picture book On Our Rock, a poignant allegory about empathy and refugees, was awarded the prestigious Charlotte Huck Award for Outstanding Fiction for Children, recognising fiction that has the potential to transform children’s lives by inviting compassion, imagination and wonder.

Kate and Jol live in Sydney with their two sons. When they’re not writing, Kate pretends to play the tuba and Jol makes little egg-carton

The creators of

Living in Sydney with his wife and young son, Ronojoy is a Creative Director of 18 years who has previously worked in India, Indonesia, Singapore and New Zealand. He has written and illustrated many children’s picture books, including Mem Fox’s best-selling I’m . Ronojoy’s first book Ollie and the Wind was shortlisted for the 2016 CBCA Book of the Year.

RONOJOY

AN AUSTRALIAN CLASSIC

MARCIA K VAUGHAN PAMELA LOFTS

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: MARCIA K. VAUGHAN

Illustrator: PAMELA LOFTS

Publisher: OMNIBUS BOOKS

ISBN: 9781761290688

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 284 X 212 MM

Page Count: 32 PP

One day, on the banks of a billabong, a very clever dingo caught a wombat ... and decided to make ... Wombat stew, Wombat stew, Gooey, brewy, Yummy, chewy, Wombat stew! In this classic Australian picture book, a dingo catches a wombat and wants to cook him in a stew. But all the other bush animals have a plan to save their friend. They trick the dingo into using mud, feathers, flies, bugs and gumnuts in his stew, and the result is something the dingo will never forget!

SALES POINTS:

• New hardcover edition to celebrate this much-loved, modern Australian classic.

• Over 600,000 copies in print!

• Every sale contributes to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation.

Wombat Stew (40th Anniversary Edition)

9781761290688 x 12

ANH DO

Illustrations by Anton Emdin

The museum’s rare SPACE GEM has been STOLEN! Luckily, Nelson and Kenny have new friends with some serious NINJA SKILLS to help! Can the team work together to find the missing gem? Or will calling in BUDDY BACKUP backfire?!

SALES POINTS:

• Another action-packed, nerd-to-ninja adventure in ANH DO’s best-selling series!

• Over 1.3 MILLION Ninja Kid books now in print!

• Nelson and Kenny have new friends with awesome ninja skills! But can they all work together to stop the bad guys?

• From the author of the smash-hit series

NINJA BUDDIES! (NINJA KID 14)

AU RRP: $15.99

Author: ANH DO

Illustrator: ANTON EMDIN

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS 9781761290527

Format: PAPERBACK NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 198 X 140 MM

Page Count: 192 PP

AU RRP: $191.88 NOT AVAILABLE IN NZ

ISBN: 9781761527234 12-COPY STOCK PACK * ª|xHSLHQBy527234z QTY

Contains:

Ninja Buddies! (Ninja Kid 14)

ISBN 9781761527234 x 12

AU RRP $15.99

* See Ordering Information on final page.

stickboy

Rebecca Young Matt Ottley

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: REBECCA YOUNG

Illustrator: MATT OTTLEY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781742994468

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Stickboy lived in wind and dust, where ancient rock loomed like waves waiting to break ...

From Patricia Wrightson Prize-winning storytellers, Stickboy is a tale about listening for the truth that lies within ... and beneath. SALES POINTS:

• The long-awaited, brand-new picture book from multi-award-winning creators Rebecca Young and Matt Ottley.

• Teacup was the winner of the Patricia Wrightson Prize for Children’s Literature 2016 and IBBY Australia’s 2018 Honour Book for Illustration.

• A powerful and timeless story about one boy’s unwavering hope and trust in a time of adversity.

• Beautifully, poetically written with breathtaking artwork by CBCA award-winning illustrator, Matt Ottley.

• Wonderfully capturing contemporary themes of belonging, journeys, home, environmental conservation and hope.

Ronojoy Ghosh Josh Pyke these long-love things

Where o they go, these long-love things? These stories tol , these songs we sing? Once a memory is made, it remains.

Author: JOSH PYKE

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Illustrator: RONOJOY GHOSH

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761293849 Format: HARDBACK

when it is forgotten.

From the creators of Family Tree, comes this moving story of love, loss and the power of shared memories.

SALES POINTS:

• New from Josh Pyke and Ronojoy Ghosh, the creators of Family Tree, comes this beautiful and touching new picture book.

• Poignant, heartfelt and lyrical text about love, family and memory.

• Lovingly dedicated to everyone who has experienced the living loss of a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease.

• Illustrated by Ronojoy Ghosh, illustrator of Mem Fox’s I’m Australian Too.

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 264 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

How Do I Know If I’m Upside Down?

(And other things my body knows)

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: IDAN BEN-BARAK

Illustrator: ZAHRA ZAINAL

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761121371

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 4+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 32 PP

This is me. My body can SEE, HEAR, SMELL, TASTE and TOUCH. But it also knows if it is HOT or COLD, if I am SIDEWAYS or UPSIDE DOWN… and many other things.

Come and explore the human (and other) senses with me!

SALES POINTS:

• A witty and whimsical picture book all about the five senses—how we SEE, HEAR, SMELL, TASTE and TOUCH!

• Fantastic learning resource to introduce young readers to foundational concepts in biology and anatomy.

• Idan Ben-Barak is an award-winning author with a talent for creating fun, accessible science picture books for kids.

• Themes: science, biology, anatomy, the five senses, the human body, animals.

IS A LITTLE ANGRY

DON’T BLOW YOUR TOP! DON’T BLOW YOUR TOP!

DON’T BLOW YOUR TOP!

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: AME DYCKMAN

Illustrator: ABHI ALWAR

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761528491

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 4+

Dimensions: 280 X 229 MM

Page Count: 40 PP

Readers of all ages will erupt with laughter at this hilarious and heartfelt tale of holding your temper, and how to return to a beautiful day if sometimes you don’t! Join Little Volcano and Big Volcano on a beautiful day in Paradise. All is calm until a wacky bird drop a coconut right on Little Volcano’s crater. Will Little Volcano ... blow their top?

SALES POINTS:

• Features tips for the young (and not so young) to help deal with fiery emotions.

• Helps to normalise unpleasant emotions that everyone feels.

• Bold, colourful illustrations on every page will delight children of all ages and help them relate to the characters in the book.

B U S T i N G !

Lou is BUSTING for the loo. But the loo has quite a queue. So what on earth is Lou to do?

From the #1 New York Times best-selling author, Aaron Blabey.

SALES POINTS:

• New hardback edition of the hilarious Aaron Blabey classic!

• Multi-award-winning picture book creator.

BUSTING!

AU RRP: $18.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: AARON BLABEY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761526848

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 24 PP

• Global megastar, Aaron Blabey has over 50 MILLION BOOKS IN PRINT.

• Hilarious story in the spirit of Doctor Seuss, about Lou, stuck in a queue for the loo!

A DINOSAUR, AND A SHARK WERE RIDING A BICYCLE

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: JONATHAN FENSKE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761528217

Format: HARDBACK

PICTURE

Level: 4+

250 X 250 MM

32 PP

Nobody wants to read a book about unicorns, dinosaurs and sharks just relaxing. That’s just boring! According to the narrator of this book, a unicorn, a dinosaur and a shark were riding a bicycle. But they say that’s not true—they just want to take a load off for once. They’re tired of being told what to do by the bossy storyteller! And who is the reader of the book supposed to believe anyway—the book’s narrator or its characters?

SALES POINTS:

• Sequel to the hilarious picture book, A Unicorn, a Dinosaur, and a Shark Walk into a Book

• Perfect for reading out loud.

• Children will be engaged as the characters in the story challenge the narrator of the book.

• Whimsical and funny illustrations bring the story to life.

ANGUS & MOUSE GO TO TOWN

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $24.99

Author: JANE GODWIN

Illustrator: TERRI ROSE BAYNTON

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781760663155

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 280 X 230 MM

Page Count: 24 PP

Angus doesn’t like shopping. It’s so boring and it gives him a headache. Mouse has never been to the shops before and wants to come along. But will Mouse listen to Angus when they go to town?

SALES POINTS:

• An enchanting new picture book about two best friends as they venture out on a shopping trip to buy Angus a new pair of shoes.

• Written by award-winning author Jane Godwin.

• Full of gorgeous and expressive watercolour illustrations from Terri Rose Baynton.

• Themes: friendship, shopping, shoes, snacks, communication, family, kindness, animals.

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

HATS

Author: MARGARET WILD

Illustrator: FREYA BLACKWOOD

Publisher: OMNIBUS BOOKS

ISBN: 9781761523922

Format: PAPERBACK

Harry and his dog Hopper have done everything together, ever since Hopper was a jumpy little puppy. But one day the unthinkable happens. When Harry comes home from school, Hopper isn’t there to greet him. Hopper will never be there again, but Harry is not ready to let him go.

SALES POINTS:

• A special 15th-anniversary edition of this beautifully written, gently illustrated book.

• This story tenderly demonstrates the shock of grief and the enduring power of love.

• Written by one of Australia’s beloved children’s authors.

• Illustrated by multi-award-winning artist.

• Winner of multiple awards including WA Premier’s Literary Award.

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: PHIL CUMMINGS

Illustrator: OWEN SWAN

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761520815

Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE

Grandpa remembers many things from long ago, but he has trouble remembering Georgie. Together they stroll through memories of tadpoles, summer rain and sticky honey on warm bread until they rediscover the simple joy ... of making newspaper hats.

SALES POINTS:

• A new paperback edition of Phil Cummings’ award-winning picture book, Newspaper Hats

• Winner of the 2023 Chronos Literature Prize for Alzheimer’s, France.

• A gentle yet powerful story about the love and memories that bind families together.

• Sensitively introduces young readers to the challenges of Alzheimer’s disease in elderly loved ones.

• Subtle historical details from key moments of the 20th century.

BUTT OUT!

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

NOW IN PAPERBACK NOW IN PAPERBACK

Author: HEATH MCKENZIE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761525834

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Baboon LOVES having his butt out! How cheeky! What happens when all the well-dressed animals in town tell him to cover up?

SALES POINTS:

• WARNING: This book is full of BUTTS!

• New paperback edition of the hilarious picture book from Heath McKenzie, best-selling illustrator of Andy Lee’s Do Not Open This Book!

• Filled with vibrant and funny illustrations on every page.

• Pantone pink on the cover.

• Themes: animals, humour, diversity, clothing, being yourself.

PLAGUE

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: JACKIE FRENCH

Illustrator: BRUCE WHATLEY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761528453

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 4+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

From the award-winning creators of Flood, Fire, Cyclone, Drought, Pandemic, Earthquake and Tornado ... Grass—and wheat—lands spread to the horizon, and so did we, with too few ibis to control us. We could rage across the land. We ate the grass, the leaves, the wheat ...

SALES POINTS:

• Incredible story of locust plague in Australia, based on true events, now in paperback.

• Positive resource for discussions about plague and management of natural disasters.

• Award-winning team of creators.

• Themes: plague, natural disaster, managing plague, re-building, kindness, community, caring for Country.

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

YOU ARE BRAVE

Author: MICHEL STREICH

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS

ISBN: 9781761205699

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

General Waste loves stuff! Wasting lots of stuff! He tosses away apples after one bite, he has hourlong showers, he must have the latest uniform fashion, and he rides around in a monster truck! He shares a house with Gram-Gram. She always saves her leftovers, does her own repairs and cycles everywhere! One day, when General Waste finds himself trapped under a mountain of his own stuff, Gram-Gram comes to the rescue ... General Waste is a hilarious tale about how to find joy in the simple things in life.

SALES POINTS:

• In this brilliant new picture book from Michel Streich, we meet General Waste, a boy with an impossible appetite for STUFF! Lots and lots of stuff!

• A colourful and witty story of finding simple joys in life, and taking steps to care for your things, the earth and nature.

• Michel is extremely skilled at writing funny and engaging stories for children that have important themes at their core.

• Themes: waste, consumerism, consumption, environment, earth, nature, intergenerational relationships, re-using, recycling, composting, donating, gardening, creating.

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: MARGARET O’HAIR

Illustrator: SOFIA CARDOSO

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761528439

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 4+

Dimensions: 250 X 250 MM

Page Count: 40 PP

Nobody is born brave. There is no magic wand to make you brave, either. You have to learn to be brave—just like you have to learn how to do everything else. Sofia Sanchez has Down syndrome, but she hasn’t let that stop her from becoming a successful model, actress and activist. She is the perfect person to share You Are Brave’s message of encouragement and bravery with children everywhere. Being different doesn’t mean you can’t succeed and share your gifts with the world. The first step is just to be brave enough to try something new.

SALES POINTS:

• An inspiring and inclusive picture book about overcoming fears and obstacles, from Down syndrome advocate and viral sensation, Sofia Sanchez.

• Encourages us to keep trying, even when we think we’ll be no good—who knows where it might lead?

• With heart-warming illustrations that are very relatable and will encourage discussion about the joys of people’s differences.

ANDY JONES MASSIVE BOOK OF JOKES FOR KIDS ONLY!

Illustrated by Phil Judd

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: ANDY JONES

Illustrator: PHIL JUDD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760267025

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 240 PP

Jam-packed with over 800 jokes! You’ll laugh at these face-squishing, knee-buckling, belly-aching gags! Q: Where do fish go on holidays? A: Finland. Q: What never sleeps for long and always needs changing? A: A baby. Q: Why don’t athletes like kangaroos? A: Because they always beat them at long jump. Q: How do you make butter fly? A: You throw toast out the window. Q: What do elephants swim in? A: Trunks.

SALES POINTS:

• This MASSIVE book of jokes, puns and limericks will have everyone rolling on the floor laughing.

• Over 800 side-splitting jokes.

• With hilarious illustrations from talented artist, Phil Judd.

BOOK OF EVERYTHING! (TOM GATES #22)

Age Level: 7+

SCHOLASTIC UK

9781761528330

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Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Dimensions: 190 X 150 MM

Page Count: 240 PP

The ultimate book for Tom Gates fans to read and fill in all year round! Packed with brand new activities, makes and stories and includes pages for recording words that make you laugh, sticking photos of your friends pulling funny faces, making a Christmas decoration, summer reading lists and much, much more!

SALES POINTS:

• Awesome journal-style book from multi-million copy selling author and illustrator Liz Pichon.

• With four short stories staggered throughout the activities. And everything is brand-new!

• The Tom Gates series turned ten years old in 2021; a recent book in the series, Ten Tremendous Tales, became a bestseller in its first week of publication.

• Over 5 MILLION copies of Tom Gates books have sold in the UK alone, with 2 MILLION copies in print in Australia and New Zealand. And more than 16.5 MILLION copies have been sold worldwide in 47 languages!

• Honest, silly and laugh-out-loud funny, Tom Gates is a superb, accessible voice for children aged 7+.

DOOMSDAY (SPY ACADEMY #2)

AU RRP: $17.99

NZ RRP: $20.99

SALES POINTS:

Author: JACK HEATH

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761290480

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 10+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 288 PP

• Action-packed middle-grade fiction from best-selling author Jack Heath.

• Secret spy school, The Peak, sends Nolan on a deadly first mission.

• Mystery-adventure with high-tech gadgetry and daring young spies in hair-raising situations.

• Perfect for fans of Alex Rider and Young Bond.

• Includes a message to decode, and a spy exam to test how well you’d fare undercover!

SPY ACADEMY

DOOMSDAY

Starting now, I was on my own.

Nolan Hawker has been training at The Peak, a secret spy school that dispatches elite operatives to protect the innocent.

His first mission is to go undercover at Blu Xpanse, an oceanic lab where a brilliant geneticist is making creepy, super-sized cockroach-like creatures. Her creations have the potential to save the world.

But Nolan isn’t the only one with a secret identity. Someone at Blu Xpanse is an assassin, working for the deadly anarchist group known as Swarm. Will Nolan identify them in time?

WATCH THE TRAILER FOR BOOK #1 HERE

RAT ATTACK (DIARY OF A ROBLOX PRO: BOOK 11)

AU RRP: $9.99

NZ RRP: $11.99

Author: ARI AVATAR

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760263461

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM Page Count: 128 PP

Ari is just a regular avatar from Blockville who loves hanging out with his two best friends—Zeke, an obby and parkour pro, and Jez, the ultimate hacker and Queen of Tech. When Ari, Jez and Zeke visit the army base with Zeke’s dad, they find themselves in Professor Gilford’s laboratory once again. But when a certain sneaky rat causes one of the inventions to activate, the gang find themselves in an unexpected location—the rat’s own cage! Shrunk, scared and trapped, Ari and his friends must find a way out to survive a rat attack!

SALES POINTS:

• Perfect for fans of Diary of a Minecraft Zombie.

• Based on the immensely popular online game platform, Roblox, which has over 202 million active users a month.

• Fast-paced adventure stories in diary format.

• Easy-to-read and high-interest topics—perfect for both reluctant and avid readers.

• Gives young gamers a break from screen time and encourages them to love reading.

• There are now over 300,000 copies in print across the whole series, including super specials.

RAIDERS OF THE LOST ART (DIARY OF A MINECRAFT ZOMBIE, BOOK 45)

AU RRP: $9.99

NZ RRP: $11.99

Author: ZACK ZOMBIE

Publisher: KOALA BOOKS

ISBN: 9781761297724

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions:

Ever wonder what life is like for a Minecraft Zombie? When Zombie and his friends learn that an old painting hanging in the school library has a treasure map on the back, they jump at the chance to find the treasure! But when the painting is stolen, it’s up to them to get the painting back (or get rich trying!). But they soon realise that it won’t be easy. Will they find the painting and the treasure? Or will Zombie have to choose between being the hero or becoming super rich?

SALES POINTS:

• The Diary of a Minecraft Zombie series is ever popular, with over 3 MILLION copies in print across Australia and NZ.

• Zack Zombie continues to feature in the top 10 list of kids’ fiction authors.

• Fast-paced adventure stories in diary format, crammed with laugh-out-loud situations.

• The stories give young gamers a break from screen time and encourage them to love reading as well.

• The books are easy to read and contain high-interest topics—perfect for both reluctant and avid readers.

• New releases regularly feature in the Books+Publishing Fastest Movers list.

WEDDING BELLES (ELLA DIARIES #29)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: MEREDITH COSTAIN

Illustrator: DANIELLE MCDONALD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761207938

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 190 X 150 MM Page Count: 144 PP

WARNING: You are about to read my UTTERLY BIGGEST SECRETS. Can I trust you? OK then. I’m Ella, and this is my diary.

Ella and her sister Olivia will be FLOWER GIRLS at Aunty Belle’s wedding! And a week after that, Ella has a STARRING ROLE in a special gymnastics performance! But there are two BIG PROBLEMS. Olivia seems to be the bride’s favourite. And mean queen Peach wants Ella’s gymnastics part. Luckily Ella has some AMAZING plans of her own.

SALES POINTS:

• Ella’s diary explores the daily dramas of being an 11-year-old girl in primary school.

• Colourful, giggle-worthy illustrations on every page.

• Beloved Australian series—over 1 MILLION books in print!

• Perfect for readers who love dressing up and brainstorming EXCELLENT ideas with their BFFs.

BEST SISTERS STORIES (ELLA AND OLIVIA)

AU RRP: $17.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: YVETTE POSHOGLIAN

Illustrator: DANIELLE MCDONALD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526985

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 5+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 256 PP

Meet Ella and Olivia. Big sister. Little sister. Best friends! Join Ella and Olivia as they explore reefs, become popstars, play with butterflies and go to a fair! Read four of their exciting adventures in the best of their sister stories.

SALES POINTS:

• Four Ella and Olivia stories (Popstar Sisters, The Royal Show, Butterfly Quest, Reef Explorers) in one book!

• A gorgeous bind-up of four books of this popular Australian series that all girls LOVE!

• Special 256-page paperback edition.

• Over ONE MILLION Ella and Olivia books in print!

• Perfectly pitched to the 5+ reader with large font and sweet, colourful illustrations!

• Themes: friendship, encouragement, teamwork.

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: LIZ WATSON & FIONA HARRIS

Illustrator: LAURA WOOD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761520020

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 190 X 150 MM

Page Count: 144 PP

Liz Watson loves reading, baking, and hanging out with her BFF, Katie. But there’s one thing she loves the most ... netball. Read all about it in her diary! Liz is excited to be in the GRAND FINAL with her netball team, the Panthers. But when her little brother gives her an interesting haircut, Liz loses all her confidence. Can she bring herself to play in the grand final? Or will the hair disaster turn into a grand final disaster?!

SALES POINTS:

• By Australian netball star, Liz Watson, with award-winning author, Fiona Harris and illustrated by Laura Wood.

• Fourth book in the series.

• 10-year-old Liz loves netball and all her teammates.

• Perfect for young readers, with lots of fun illustrations.

• Liz struggles with her self-confidence.

• Relatable themes of family, friendship, overcoming challenges and working as a team.

THE WINDS OF WAA (NERRA: DEEP TIME TRAVELLER #2)

AU RRP: $15.99

NZ RRP: $17.99

Author: TASMA WALTON

Illustrator: SAMANTHA CAMPBELL

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761521027

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 160 PP

“Nerra, you are the next Deep Time Traveller, as your great-grandmother was before you.”

After discovering that she has the power to travel into the Dreaming, Nerra is curious when her great-grandmother’s box of artefacts opens for a second time. Inside, a feathered headband beckons Nerra. As she tries it on, she is whisked into the Dreaming to help the Creation Beings fight against the evil Devour’ena. With the help of her new friends, can Nerra rescue Bunjil the Eagle and Waa the Raven, and bring Creation back into balance? Or will the Devour’ena harness the power of the mighty winds of Waa?

SALES POINTS:

• Series by award-winning writer, director and actor, Tasma Walton, who is also a proud Boonwurrung woman.

• An epic adventure series drawing on the stories of the Boonwurrung people of coastal Melbourne.

• A young girl has the power to time travel to her ancestral roots to help bring the Dreaming back to balance.

• Beautifully illustrated by Samantha Campbell, descended from the Dagoman people.

• A story of magic, ancestry and connection to Country.

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POOP STARS (FART CLUB #4)

AU RRP: $17.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: ADAM WALLACE

Illustrator: JAMES HART

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761294563

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 210 X 150 MM Page Count: 192 PP

The wildly popular Poppy Poopinstar has gone on a rampage, committing disgusting, bad fashion crimes all over the world. Only five fantastic farters stand between her and her ultimate goal of total world domination. Charlotte Lee (aka Stinky Spice) goes undercover to spy on Poppy ... but suddenly becomes the Poopinstar’s new BFF. Whose backside is she really on? With Poppy Poopinstar by her side, she could mouth-fart to fame, and ditch Fart Club for good!

SALES POINTS:

• Hilarious, fast-paced story is packed with comic strips, full-colour illustrations and novel design features to keep reluctant readers engaged.

• A new FARTastic adventure from the creators of the best-selling Fartboy series, which has over 200,000 copies in print across Australia and New Zealand.

• Featuring Fartboy and the rest of Fart Club in their first year of high school.

• Packed with ridiculously silly ‘fashion’ including snotty, nose-shaped T-shirts that actually drip snot.

EYES OF THE STORM (BONE #3)

AU RRP: $17.99

NZ RRP: $20.99

Author: JEFF SMITH

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761521942

Format: PAPERBACK

After being run out of Boneville, the three Bone cousins—Fone Bone, Phoney Bone and Smiley Bone—begin their epic adventure through a strange land. In this third book in the series, life in the valley isn’t getting any easier for the Bones and their newfound friends. Lucius, Smiley and Phoney are attacked by the Rat Creatures and barely make it back to Lucius’s tavern. It doesn’t take long before Phoney is back to his old tricks. Over at the farm, Fone Bone and Thorn are troubled by strange dreams, and Gran’ma Ben’s reaction to them is even stranger, as she reveals long-kept secrets and unexpected dangers. Thorn, Fone Bone and Gran’ma Ben might have to leave the farm forever!

SALES POINTS:

• The third book in the iconic graphic novel series by Jeff Smith, a comedy/adventure about three lost cousins from Boneville.

• The three cousins look like lovable creatures from an old comic strip but are very human in personality. They interact with human beings as though there is nothing different about them.

• Perfect for graphic novel fans who like a great adventure story with a quest, villains and lives at stake.

• Clever use of humour and engaging characters make this series a must-read.

• ‘Top ten best graphic novel series of all time’ — Time Magazine.

I SURVIVED THE DESTRUCTION OF POMPEII, AD 79 (THE GRAPHIC NOVEL)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: LAUREN TARSHIS

Illustrator: DAVID SHEPHARD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761527838

Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL

No-one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. They figure that the beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes–and always goes back to sleep. But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is terribly wrong—and his father, who trusts science more than mythical beasts, agrees. Although they themselves are trying to flee a dangerous man, they want to warn others about the mountain. But who will believe Marcus, a young slave boy, and his father? When Vesuvius explodes into a huge cloud of ash and rocks that fall from the sky like rain, will they have time to escape—and survive the epic destruction of Pompeii?

SALES POINTS:

• A thrilling addition to Lauren Tarshis’ New York Times best-selling I Survived series in full-colour graphic novel format.

• Weaves historical settings with thrilling, action-packed storytelling that will keep readers engaged.

• Be transported back to the ancient Roman empire and follow a young boy trying to escape Pompeii as Mount Vesuvius erupts.

MEET ME ON MERCER STREET

AU RRP: $18.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: BOOKI VIVAT

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761528408

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 203 X 140 MM Page Count: 192 PP

Aspiring artist Kacie spends most of her time on Mercer Street with her best friend, Nisha, peoplewatching and doodling whatever is happening in their neighbourhood. But when Kacie comes back from a summer away, the local corner store is boarded up, the adults in town are all on edge, and Nisha is nowhere to be found! Everything is changing, and Kacie’s not sure what to do about it. Especially without Nisha to help her. But Kacie has a knack for noticing things, and with her sketchbooks and observational skills, she just might have what it takes to figure out what’s really happening on Mercer Street.

SALES POINTS:

• A funny and heartfelt graphic novel by New York Times best-selling author, Booki Vivat.

• An uplifting and timely story about friendship, community and change, making it very relatable.

• Perfect for fans of Jennifer Holm’s Sunny series who are looking for more stories with humour and heart.

SOMETHING SOMEWHERE

AU RRP: $18.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: RICHARD YAXLEY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760266370

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 10+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 240 PP

Malt’s life is turned upside down when his mother announces they are moving yet again. But this time, it’s to her home town of Pembrooke. And Malt will be meeting his grandmother for the very first time. But things aren’t all that they seem in Pembrooke, leaving Malt with many questions. Like, who is his father really? Who is the mysterious girl who keeps appearing in the trees? Why does a beautiful white owl keep coming to his window? And what sinister things lie within Bushman’s Valley? Will Malt ever find out the truth and a place to truly belong?

SALES POINTS:

• Beautiful new fiction from the award-winning author of This Is My Song and The Happiness Quest, Richard Yaxley.

• A mystery-infused, moving, captivating novel for readers aged 10+.

• As Malt tries to discover the truth about his father and his mother’s past, he is embroiled in the mystery of what happened to a girl who went missing in Pembrooke, before he was born.

• Explores themes of belonging, family and friendship.

PAIGE NOT FOUND

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: JEN WILDE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338880564

Format: HARDBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM

Page Count: 256 PP

Nothing about us, without us. When Paige learns that her parents enrolled her in an autism study without telling her, her world turns upside down. Suddenly she isn’t sure if she can trust the two people she loves most. A chip was implanted in her brain that sends them information about her mood, brain activity and location. It can even boost the chemicals that keep her calm or make her happy. So Paige has to wonder ... can she even trust her own mind? Now the company that created her chip is days away from merging with the most popular social network in the world. And they are known for selling people’s private information to the highest bidder. Paige knows there is only one thing she can do. Armed with the names and addresses of the other kids involved in the study, she must track them down and tell them the truth, so they can put a stop to the merger and get the chips removed for good.

SALES POINTS:

• Rated meets The Truman Show for a middle-grade audience in this adventure story with a neurodiverse cast of characters.

• Perfect for middle-grade readers who love real-world adventure stories and books about children finding their agency.

• Paige Not Found provides representation for the neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ communities, not often found in middle-grade titles.

• Author Jen Wilde identifies as queer and autistic and is outspoken about representation in children’s literature.

• Channels are very excited about this project and are considering it as an advertised title. They will be released simultaneously with trade.

THE BOMBING OF DARWIN (MY AUSTRALIAN STORY)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $20.99

Author: ALAN TUCKER

Publisher: OMNIBUS BOOKS

ISBN: 9781742769561

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 9+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 192 PP

More bombs exploded and within seconds several ships were on fire. Japanese planes flew so close to me that I could not only see the red; circles painted under their wings, but I could see the pilots’ faces. It only took a moment. It was a moment that Tom would always remember—that morning of 19 February 1942, when everything changed ... changed from peace to war.

SALES POINTS:

• Set in 1942—when the war reached Australia as Japanese bombs started to fall—nowhere more devastatingly as in Darwin.

• From 2002 CBCA Book of the Year author Alan Tucker.

• Part of Scholastic’s refresh of the My Australian Story series.

PAWS, CLAWS AND JAWS (HORRIBLE HISTORIES)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: TERRY DEARY

Illustrator: MARTIN BROWN

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC UK

ISBN: 9781761528392

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NON FICTION

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM

Page Count: 144 PP

Discover all the amazing and awful facts about barmy beasts and cagey creatures across history. From gory stories of animal sacrifices in the Stone Age to murderous games held in arenas in the Roman times. Read the fascinating tale of the clever baboon that was given the job of railway signal man in the Victorian era, and how the inventors of sonar were inspired by bats. This brand new Horrible Histories book is a fresh take on the classic style and is ideal for fans old and new.

SALES POINTS:

• A brand new Horrible Histories series look.

• Fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories—with all the horribly hilarious bits included.

• Horrible Histories is global, with spin-off games, stage and BAFTA award-winning TV shows, as well as a movie released in 2019.

• Horrible Histories celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2023.

• Over 30 million copies of Horrible Histories books in print internationally.

• The perfect book for kids who like their history a little gory.

DEAD IN THE WATER (ZOMBIE SEASON #2)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: JUSTIN WEINBERGER

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781761523984

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 10+

Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM

Page Count: 272 PP

The enemy is closing in. Regina is desperate to expose the truth about HumaniTeam, but can she really take on a powerful corporation that’ll do anything to protect its dangerous secrets? Oliver is done pretending to be a hero; he just wants life to return to normal. But before he can go back to being a regular kid, he’ll have to risk it all to save everything—and everyone—he cares about. Joule is ready for a fresh start during her semester at sea, but when she discovers something terrifying in the water, it’s up to her to warn the world before it’s too late.

SALES POINTS:

• The second exciting book in the thrilling new apocalypse survival series by Justin Weinberger, the author of Reformed

• Join Regina, Oliver and Joule as they face a new reality with Redwood now destroyed. There is a different threat lurking in the shadows—an enemy that no one believed existed.

• Integrated with a zombie-hunting game on Scholastic’s Homebase: fight zombies, collect supplies and uncover secrets from the world of Zombie Season!

WATCH THE TRAILER

WELCOME BACK, STACEY! (THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB #28: NETFLIX EDITION)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $17.99

Author: ANN M. MARTIN

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339037622

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM

Page Count: 160 PP

Stacey’s parents have been fighting a lot lately. Even so, she’s still not prepared for the terrible news: her parents are getting divorced. Not only is Stacey sad and angry, but now she has a big decision to make: Stacey must either stay in New York with her father or move out with her mother ... to Stoneybrook. Could Stacey really leave the city, her father, her best friend Laine, and all that great shopping? But then again, how could Stacey pass up going back to her old school, all the kids in Stoneybrook ... and the members of the Baby-sitters Club?

SALES POINTS:

• America’s favourite series returns with a new look and a Netflix TV show!

• These adorable repackaged covers are perfect for new fans as well as nostalgia readers.

THE GIRL WHO FOUGHT BACK Vladka Meed and the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising

JOSHUA M. GREENE

THE GIRL WHO FOUGHT BACK: VLADKA MEED AND THE WARSAW GHETTO UPRISING

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: JOSHUA M GREENE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338880519

Format: HARDBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 9+

Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM

Page Count: 160 PP

Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills so that they may become dynamic citizens who can analyse and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future. Warsaw, Poland, 1940s: The Nazis are on the march, determined to wipe out the Jewish people of Europe. Teenage Vladka and her family are among the thousands of Jews forced to relocate behind the walls of the Warsaw Ghetto, a cramped, oppressive space full of starvation, suffering, and death. When Vladka’s family is deported to concentration camps, Vladka joins up with other young people in the ghetto who are part of the Jewish underground: a group determined to fight back against the Nazis, no matter the cost. Vladka’s role in the underground? To pass as a non-Jew, sneaking out of the ghetto to blend into Polish society while smuggling secret messages and weapons back over the ghetto wall. Every move she makes comes with the risk of being arrested or killed. But Vladka and her friends know that their missions are worth the danger—they are preparing for an uprising like no other, one that will challenge the Nazi war machine. This astonishing true story of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, told through the lens of Holocaust survivor and educator Vladka Meed, introduces readers to a crucial piece of history while highlighting the persistence of bravery in the face of hate.

SALES POINTS:

• The Warsaw Ghetto Uprising is a critical piece of WWII and Holocaust history. This gripping true story will provide young readers with an in-depth and accessible look at this moment of resistance.

• Vladka Meed wrote a book about her experiences, On Both Sides of the Wall, first published in 1948 in Yiddish by the Education Committee of the Workmen’s Circle. The book was reissued in English in 1999 by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. Vladka’s son owns the rights to the book. Joshua Greene worked with him to adapt this book for young readers.

• Joshua Greene’s Signs of Survival has been optioned by Steven Spielberg’s Amblin Entertainment for a live-action TV series.

• Will appeal to fans of Alan Gratz, Jennifer A. Nielsen, Marsha Skrypuch, Deborah Hopkinson, Lauren Tarshis, and more. This title has huge support from our School Channels.

AUTHOR OF LINES OF COURAGE

PRAISE FOR LINES OF COURAGE

“A

powerful, absorbing story that shines a light on an often overlooked chapter in human history.”

Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Refugee

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: JENNIFER A. NIELSEN

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338795080

Format: HARDBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM

Page Count: 384 PP

Twelve-year-old Lidia is outside her grandfather’s house when planes fly overhead, bearing the Nazi cross on each wing. Before the bombs hit the ground, Lidia realises her life is about to change forever. Poland has fallen under German occupation, and her father makes the brave decision to join the Polish army to fight against the Nazis. Lidia wants to follow him into war, but she’s far too young, and she’s needed by her mother and brother. After her family returns to Warsaw, where life has changed irrevocably, Lidia continues to play the piano, finding comfort in Chopin, Bach and Beethoven. But she also wants to aid the Jewish people held captive in the Warsaw Ghetto. With the help of a friend, Lidia begins to smuggle wheat and food into the ghetto. Still, she feels like she could be doing so much more. She wants to fight. After her brother joins the resistance, Lidia wants only to follow in his footsteps. Soon, she begins to work as a courier, smuggling weapons and messages for the resistance throughout the city. When the Warsaw city uprising begins—one year after the more wellknown Warsaw Ghetto uprising by Polish Jews—with gunfire and bombs echoing throughout the streets, Lidia joins the Polish nationalists’ fight, too, and she and her peers fight with everything they’ve got. Life will continue to surprise Lidia, as she and the resistance fighters do their best to defeat the German soldiers. No matter the consequences, they’re willing to defend their freedom and their homes from the Nazi invaders—even with their lives. Drawing on the extraordinary real-life story of Polish teenager Lidia Zakrzewski, best-selling author Jennifer A. Nielsen presents an inspiring and dramatic account of the Polish resistance fighters who struggled to force out their Nazi occupiers and reclaim their nation’s freedom from tyranny.

SALES POINTS:

• Jennifer A. Nielsen’s recent historical thriller, Resistance, has joined her first historical novel, A Night Divided, to become a smash hit—one of the top-selling titles on the Scholastic Press list, recipient of a host of state awards, Sydney Taylor Notable recognition, and immense support from the Scholastic Book Fairs.

• The False Prince, her New York Times bestseller, has received rave reviews from the New York Times, WSJ and LA TIMES ... and was named a New York Times Notable Children’s Book and a Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year!

• Jennifer A. Nielsen’s historical fiction continues to win in the School Channels and Trade. Together, the HC and PB of A Night Divided have sold over 200,000 copies in Trade.

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $29.99

Author: ALI TERESE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338835830

Format: HARDBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM

Page Count: 272 PP

Helen and Gracie are pranking their way through middle school when a stinky stunt lands them in the front office ... again. Because nothing else has curbed their chaos, the principal orders the best friends to do the unthinkable: care about something. So they join the school’s Community Action Club with plans to do as little as humanly possible. But when Helen is caught unprepared by an early period and bleeds through her pants—they were gold lame! ... the girls take over the club’s campaign for maxi pads in bathrooms for all students who menstruate. In the name of period equity, the two friends use everything from over-the-top baked goods to glitter gluing for change. But nothing can prepare them for a clueless school board (ew), an annoying little sister (ugh), and crushes (oh my!).

As Helen and Gracie find themselves closer to change and in deeper trouble than ever before, they must decide if they care enough to keep going ... even if it costs them their friendship.

SALES POINTS:

• Free Period is perfect for fans of Judy Bloom and Barbara Dee.

• Debut author Ali Terese is a hilarious middle-grade powerhouse, with real-world experience fighting for period equity in her community.

• Free Period was won as a preempt, with huge enthusiasm from the whole team!

• This story of two best friends and their fight to get menstrual products in the bathrooms at their middle school is equal parts hilarious and empowering.

FIND YOUR PORPOISE (A DOG’S PORPOISE #2)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: M.C. ROSS

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339019833

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 9+

Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM

Page Count: 256 PP

Autumn on the Maine coastline: red leaves, hot apple cider and ... a dog playing with a porpoise? That’s life for Lars and Bangor, a dog and harbour porpoise, best friends in the town of Ogunquit, Maine. They went viral after Bangor was separated from his pod, and it was up to Lars and his human, Natalie, to reunite Bangor with his family. Now Bangor, and his pod are back, but they’re not the only visitors in town: Ogunquit has been overrun with tourists and reporters eager to catch a glimpse of the famous friends. And to make things worse for Lars, an otter named Marina has captured everyone’s heart—including Bangor’s! As Marina takes centre stage, can Lars learn to share the spotlight? And will Lars and Bangor’s friendship be jeopardised?

SALES POINTS:

• Heartfelt sequel to M.C Ross’ smash hit, A Dog’s Porpoise, an adorably charming story about friendship and family.

• Read from the perspective of the porpoise, the dog and the human.

• Cleverly weaves information about animals and the environment into the story.

• Themes include: friendship, family, trust.

ALIYA TO THE INFINITE CITY

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: LAILA RIFAAT

Publisher: CHICKEN HOUSE

ISBN: 9781915026354

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 9+

Dimensions: 198 X 129 MM

Page Count: 416 PP

On Aliya’s birthday, a glittering surprise gift arrives, promising her greatest wish—to know her late parents. She discovers they were time-travellers from a remarkable parallel Egypt. But when she is whisked there on a magic carpet, she discovers why the truth was hidden from her. A ruthless timedodger, Dorian Darke, will wreak havoc on history, if he can snare Aliya and her secret inheritance ...

SALES POINTS:

• Chicken House’s lead middle-grade for spring 2024; a sparkling magical debut, set in a fantastical Egypt.

• Shortlisted for the Times/Chicken House Children’s Fiction Competition.

• Recent bestsellers Nura and the Immortal Palace and The Kingdom Over the Sea show a current appetite for Middle Eastern-inspired fantasy.

• First in a three-book series; book 2 to publish in autumn 2024.

HOTEL FOR CATS

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: MARIE PAVLENKO

Illustrator: MARIE VOYELLE

Publisher: CHICKEN HOUSE

ISBN: 9781915947000

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: CHAPTER BOOK

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 198 X 129 MM

Page Count: 128 PP

At a hotel in Paris, four cats are in charge. There is bossy Bobine, a secret knitter; tough-talking Mulot; Carpette, who is looking for love; and Couscous who speaks to ghosts. When a scared new cat, Wolfgang, arrives, the feline friends make it their mission to find out why he is afraid and to soon make him feel at home.

SALES POINTS:

• The first story in the best-selling series, translated from the original French and with delightful illustrations throughout.

• A classic little gem for readers aged 7 and up.

• Sweet, charming and funny—readers will immediately fall in love with the four felines!

• Perfect for fans of Paddington, Mango and Bambang.

NEVER TOUCH THE NOISY TRUCKS

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: CHRISTIE HAINSBY

Illustrator: STUART LYNCH

Publisher: MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS

ISBN: 9781805445951

Format: BOARD BOOK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 1+

Dimensions: 210 X 176 MM Page Count: 14 PP

You must never touch the noisy trucks ... unless they’re in this book! This funny, vehicle-filled counting book has bumpy silicone touches throughout, perfect for little ones to explore. Children will love turning the page and watching one truck disappear each time. A fun addition to our bestselling Never Touch range, this witty board book will entertain the whole family.

SALES POINTS:

• Truck-themed counting rhyme.

• Bumpy silicone touches.

• Sturdy board pages.

10 MAGICAL UNICORNS

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: CARA JENKINS

Illustrator: SCOTT BARKER

Publisher: MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS

ISBN: 9781803377452

Format: BOARD BOOK

Practise counting down from ten with the magical unicorns! This sweet board book has ten unicornshaped blisters that disappear one-by-one with the turn of each page. There’s plenty for little ones to explore!

SALES POINTS:

• A unicorn-themed counting board book.

• With ten unicorn-shaped blisters throughout.

• Count down from ten.

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SALES POINTS:

• Past editions of this Pokémon Essential Handbook have sold millions of copies across all channels!

• The latest games, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet sold over 10 million units within the first three days after their launch in November 2022!

• A new Pokémon animated series with new protagonists debuted in 2023, featuring the newest Pokémon included in this handbook!

• Now streaming on Netflix! The newest season of the long-running hit animated series is available, along with past seasons.

• Scholastic has been partners with Pokémon for over 24 years! It’s one of our longest-standing partnerships.

POKÉMON: SUPER DUPER EXTRA DELUXE ESSENTIAL HANDBOOK

AU RRP: $26.99

NZ RRP: $28.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339028019

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM

Page Count: 640 PP

Gotta catch ‘em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-best-selling Essential Handbook and Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts fans need about the world of Pokémon. Need-to-know info on more than 1000 Pokémon is jam-packed into 608 illustrated, full-colour pages. The handbook is easy to read and organised simply and effectively into one comprehensive, user-friendly reference book. This updated edition features tons of extra pages devoted to the newest Pokémon from the Pokémon Scarlet and Violet video games. It is truly essential for Pokémon Trainers of all ages.

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Author: KATE HOWARD

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781546129301

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM

Page Count: 96 PP

Join the Bad Guys on their next escapade in this new novelisation! This novelisation includes a sheet of stickers.

SALES POINTS:

• Dreamworks/Universal has robust plans to support the Bad Guys movie program over the next few years!

• Our movie tie-in program for The Bad Guys movie novel has sold more than 100K units in trade alone!

• Children will love connecting with an origin-type story about the characters they recognise from the feature film!

SALES POINTS:

• First released in 2008, Avatar: The Last Airbender has quickly become a cult classic! Adults continue to relish this series and a new fan base grows in the younger generation.

• Avatar: The Last Airbender has a 9.1 million social following! And after the release of the live-action Netflix series, the brand has seen a massive resurgence! Fans can’t wait for more Avatar content.

• Join one of the most beloved characters of the hit animated TV series, Uncle Iroh, in a new adventure!

AVATAR THE LAST AIRBENDER: THE BOUNTY HUNTER AND THE TEA BREWER (NICKELODEON: GRAPHIC NOVEL)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Author: FAITH ERIN HICKS & MICHAEL DANTE DIMARTINO

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527326

Format: PAPERBACK

The Jasmine Dragon has become a fixture of social life in Ba Sing Se.

Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM

Page Count: 80 PP

When his tea supply suddenly and mysteriously dries up, Iroh goes in search of answers and finds himself captured by a familiar face—bounty hunter June! Iroh must confront a part of his past while June considers her future. However things go ... someone’s got to free the tea!

Faith Erin Hicks, Peter Wartman and Adele Matera are back with another new adventure in the world of Avatar: The Last Airbender, written in consultation with co-creators Michael Dante DiMartino and Bryan Konietzko!

AND EMBOSS!

SEINFELD: THE DAY OF NOTHING (WARNER BROS. 35TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION)

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: MICOL OSTOW

Illustrator: BRITTANY BAUGUS

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC

AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527432

FOIL COVER FOR THE 35TH ANNIVERSARY!

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 279 X 216 MM

Page Count: 40 PP

Jerry loves to tell jokes, George never misses a nap, Elaine has funky dance moves and Kramer is ... unusual. Today these pals ‘gotta see the baby’, but they need to find the perfect gift first. Would the baby like an astronaut pen? A chocolate babka? A tiny puffy shirt? Bursting with fanfavourite moments and jokes, this storybook is an ideal gift for close-talkers, double-dippers or anyone needing SERENITY NOW!

SALES POINTS:

• Seinfeld has been an incredibly popular TV show for the last 35 years! The show’s wit, complex characters and narrative structure redefined sitcoms and paved the way for the cinematic television we enjoy today.

• Filled with in-jokes, hidden references to episodes and a seek-and-find element, the book will benefit from many re-readings.

• The book will be a perfect gift for Seinfeld-loving parents to share the show with their children or for fans to enjoy themselves!

SALES POINTS:

• There are three Barbie dolls sold every second around the world!

• Barbie continues to champion inclusivity in its brand. From creating dolls that show various cultural backgrounds and body shapes to releasing new show content that encourages differences, Barbie celebrates fans, no matter who they are.

• Scholastic have been in partnership with Mattel to create Barbie books in our market for over five years. It continues to be one of our most popular licensed brands!

MY FIRST ULTIMATE COLOURING BOOK (MATTEL)

AU RRP: $6.99

NZ RRP: $7.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526770

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 2+

Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM

Page Count: 64 PP

Are you ready to colour? Make your way through this colouring book alongside your besties Malibu, Brooklyn, Chelsea and all the rest! Don’t forget to add colour and sparkle to make each page uniquely you!

AU RRP: $6.99

NZ RRP: $7.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526787

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM

Page Count: 2 X 16 PP

Get to know Malibu, Brooklyn and Chelsea as you make your way through this activity bag! Complete with a colouring book, activity pad and a set of coloured pencils, you have everything you need to make every page fun-tastic!

BARBIE: OCEAN MAGIC—READ AND PLAY SET (MATTEL)

AU RRP: $14.99

NZ RRP: $16.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527029

Format: BOXED SET

Type: PAPERBACK

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 237 X 145 MM

Brooklyn has turned into a mermaid! Will her new friends under the sea help her find the water gem she’s been searching for?

Enjoy reading about Brooklyn’s underwater adventure in The Water Gem, and then use the play set of wonderful sea creatures!

BARBIE: MY FIRST ACTIVITY BAG (MATTEL)

WHERE ARE YOU HIDING?

WHERE ARE YOU HIDING, WINNIE? (DISNEY BABY: LIFT-THEFLAP)

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527296

Format: BOARD BOOK Type: PICTURE

Join Winnie the Pooh and all his friends in this lift-the-flap board book! Play a game of peek-a-boo to discover Winnie and the gang.

SALES POINTS:

• These lift-the-flap titles are the perfect way to encourage interactive reading time with little ones, allowing them to learn through hands-on activities.

• The interactive experience can help develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination, as well as introduce concepts such as object permanence.

• Featuring recognisable and familiar Disney and Marvel characters, children will enjoy engaging in reading time and playing a part in the story.

WHERE ARE YOU HIDING, LITTLE MONSTER? (DISNEY BABY: LIFT-THE-FLAP)

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527319

Format: BOARD BOOK Type: PICTURE

Count: 14

Join Stitch and other little Disney monsters in this lift-the-flap board book! With creatures and scenes from across the Disney universe, it’s time for a game of peek-a-boo!

AU RRP: $29.99

NZ RRP: $31.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527098

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Page Count: 160 PP WINNIE THE POOH: MY DELUXE

Dimensions: 281 X 210 MM

Format: HARDBACK

Step into the Hundred-Acre Wood in this collection of delightfully written and beautifully illustrated Winnie the Pooh stories! Join Winnie the Pooh and all his friends as they explore the wonderful world outside. Full of stunning illustrations and smackerels of adventures, this is the perfect treasury for every lover of the silly old bear!

SALES POINTS:

• Featuring nine Winnie the Pooh tales, this collection of stories explores the seasons and the wonder of the world outside!

• Designed in the stunning Deluxe Treasury format, this title features an intricate slipcase and cover as well as delicate blue foil details.

• Gorgeous, vibrant internal illustrations will make any reader feel the love and nostalgia of this silly old bear and his wonderful friends.

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761525919

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 120 X 170 MM

Page Count: 16 PP

This photo book is a celebration of the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, foster dads, brothers, uncles, family, friends and caregivers who love and support us every single day. Commemorate family and friends in this Disney photo book, with unique mess-free scrapbooking. Clear windows hold your precious memories in gorgeous frames featuring classic Disney characters.

SALES POINTS:

• A new edition of our Disney photo books, just in time for Father’s Day. Share special moments of the father-figure in your life with iconic Disney characters!

• With pages for you to slide in a photo or drawing, convey your love alongside Disney fathers.

• Worded using inclusive language, relationships of all kinds are celebrated.

THE WORLD OF AURADON: ROYALS AND VILLAINS (DISNEY DESCENDANTS 4: THE RISE OF RED)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761528170

Format: HARDBACK

Type: GUIDEBOOK

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 263 X 192 MM

Page Count: 128 PP

A new chapter of the Descendants franchise makes its debut, and kids will love the new characters, including Red, the daughter of the Queen of Hearts, and Chloe, the daughter of Cinderella. The guidebook traces the heritage of Auradon’s many heroes and villains and explores their origin fairy tale story.

SALES POINTS:

• Descendants is a popular Disney film franchise that brings to life the story of your favourite villain’s kids. Filled with awesome costumes and amazing songs with spectacular choreography, it quickly became a fan-favourite for young fans everywhere.

• The upcoming film, Descendants: The Rise of Red, is the fourth instalment of the Disney film franchise which has been running since 2015.

• This guidebook features the stories behind each of these characters, including their origin, who their friends and family are, where they’re from, and if they are filled with good ... or a little bit of mischief.

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781742995830

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 320 PP THE ISLE OF THE LOST (DISNEY: A DESCENDANTS NOVEL, BOOK 1)

RETURN TO THE ISLE OF THE LOST (DISNEY: A DESCENDANTS NOVEL, BOOK 2)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781742995847

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 320 PP

RISE OF THE ISLE OF THE LOST (DISNEY: A DESCENDANTS NOVEL, BOOK 3)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781742995861

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 304 PP

ESCAPE FROM THE ISLE OF THE LOST (DISNEY: A DESCENDANTS NOVEL, BOOK 4)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761524660

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 256 PP

AU RRP: $59.99

NZ RRP: $64.99

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760665562

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 272 PP

Author: MELISSA DE LA CRUZ

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761523908

Format: BOXED SET

Type: PAPERBACK

Age Level: 7+

Dimensions: 210 X 137 MM

EA RLY LEARNING MY L I T T L E LIBRARY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761523885

Format: BOXED SET

Type: BOARD BOOK

Age Level: 1+

Dimensions: 130 X 130 MM

SALES POINTS:

• These little libraries are the perfect introduction to reading.

• The board books are made for little hands and will teach kids picture and word recognition in a fun and encouraging way.

• The perfect gift, these sets cover a range of engaging topics from numbers to feelings and feature images that children will recognise and love.

Reading has never been as much fun as it is with awesome animals! The eight board books in this little library make for the perfect introduction to reading and the natural world. Little ones will grow their vocabularies, improve their motor skills and practise picture and word recognition.

RLY LEARNING MY L I T T L E LIBRARY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527135

Format: BOXED SET

Type:

SALES POINTS:

• These little libraries are the perfect introduction to reading.

• The board books are made for little hands and will teach kids picture and word recognition in a fun and encouraging way.

• The perfect gift, these sets cover a range of engaging topics from numbers to feelings and feature images that children will recognise and love.

Introduce your little one to reading with Lightning and the Disney family! This little library includes eight board books featuring familiar characters your child will know and love. With colourful illustrations throughout, this little library will help little ones grow their vocabularies, improve their motor skills and practise picture and word recognition.

L I T T L E LIBRARY

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527142

Format:

Type:

SALES POINTS:

• These little libraries are the perfect introduction to reading.

• The board books are made for little hands and will teach kids picture and word recognition in a fun and encouraging way.

• The perfect gift, these sets cover a range of engaging topics from numbers to colours and activities, and feature images that children will recognise and love.

Come inside! Reading has never been as fun as it is with Play School! The eight board books in this little library make the perfect introduction to reading. Little ones will grow their vocabularies, improve their motor skills and practise picture and word recognition.

MY L I T T L E LIBRARY

SALES POINTS:

• These little libraries are the perfect introduction to reading.

• The board books are made for little hands and will teach kids picture and word recognition in a fun and encouraging way.

• The perfect gift, these sets cover a range of engaging topics from numbers to feelings and feature images that children will recognise and love.

DISNEY CLASSICS: MY LITTLE 8-BOOK LIBRARY CUBE

AU RRP: $24.99

NZ RRP: $26.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760268756

Format: BOXED SET Type: BOARD BOOK

AU RRP: $24.99

NZ RRP: $26.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760261535

Format: BOXED

AU RRP: $24.99

NZ RRP: $26.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760261566

Format:

AU RRP: $24.99

NZ RRP: $26.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760261559

Format: BOXED SET

Type: BOARD BOOK

Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 130 X 130 MM WINNIE THE POOH: MY LITTLE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781760261542

Type: BOARD BOOK

GO TO SLEEP ANXIETY! (DISNEY PIXAR: INSIDE OUT 2)

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: LUNA CHI

Illustrator: GURIHIRU

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527265

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 40 PP

After a long and fun day, Riley falls asleep for the night. But she isn’t the only one who needs her rest—her Emotions do too! While Disgust is on night duty at the console, Joy, Sadness, Anger and Fear finish their bedtime routines. Riley’s new Emotions Embarrassment, Envy and Ennui are already feeling sleepy. Each one drops off into a deep slumber until all is peaceful in Headquarters.

But there’s one Emotion who’s still wide awake: Anxiety! Anxiety paces, worries and just can’t seem to quiet her thoughts. Soon her restlessness wakes up everyone in Headquarters. Can the Emotions help their anxious friend get a good night’s sleep?

SALES POINTS:

• Fans are super excited about the second installment in this fan favourite Pixar film. The trailers released have over 27 million views on all the official YouTube channels! This doesn’t even include views on other social media platforms.

• The characters that people know and love from the first movie will be joined by new Emotions and new vocal talents such as Maya Hawke.

• This adorable storybook has bright and colourful illustrations and a sweet story that will be loved by young fans!

MAGICUS MIXUS PIXLINGS: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK (MOOSE: MAGIC MIXIES)

AU RRP: $6.99

NZ RRP: $7.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526879

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 275 X 200 MM

Page Count: 16 PP

Make magic happen with the Pixlings! Use your puffy stickers on your journey through the book … or anywhere else!

SALES POINTS:

• After their launch in 2021, Magic Mixies has quickly become one of the most in-demand toy lines on the market. The brand sells both small collectables and large interactive toys across many retailers, around the world. And their range is ever expanding, the latest being the Pixlings featured on these covers.

• TikTok is full of videos of people unboxing their Magic Mixies and doing the spells to bring them to life, with videos getting thousands and millions of views.

• The MooseTube Squad YouTube channel has over 590,000 subscribers and the Magic Mixies episodes often surpass a million views! Season 4 is currently airing with engaging storylines to keep kids entertained.

MAGICUS MIXUS: GIANT ACTIVITY PAD (MOOSE: MAGIC MIXIES)

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526862

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 296 X 373 MM

Page Count: 24 PP

Make today magical! Join the Pixlings and Magic Mixlings to colour, solve puzzles and play your way through some magical activities!

SALES POINTS:

• Gabby’s Dollhouse continues to outperform other preschool properties, including Cocomelon and Bluey!

• Gabby’s Dollhouse has over 1 million YouTube subscribers, with over 18 million of its weekly content uploads as well as its 24/7 Live Music & Friends Marathon, which plays all day every day!

• Season 9 has been released in March 2024 and fans are loving the new adventures!

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: MY FAVOURITE BEDTIME STORIES (DREAMWORKS)

AU RRP: $17.99

RRP: $19.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761527753 Format: HARDBACK

PICTURE

3+

With five gab-dorable stories and all your favourite Gabby Cats, this collection of bedtime stories will help little ones get ready to dream it up!

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: SEARCH-AND-FIND (DREAMWORKS)

AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761528347 Format: HARDBACK

It’s time to get tiny with Gabby and the Gabby Cats in this search-and-find activity book! With eight scenes from around the dollhouse, Gabby needs your help finding all the Gabby Cats and items that she’s looking for. Are you ready for a paw-some adventure? Let’s give it a go!

• May Gibbs (1877–1969) is one of Australia’s most treasured illustrators, artists and children’s authors. With her beautiful illustrations and stories, May Gibbs is hugely popular for children and adults alike.

• A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

• This collectible treasury contains three original May Gibbs stories, encased in a beautiful hardback treasury with a gorgeous foiled slipcase.

GORGEOUS GREEN FOIL ON SLIPCASE!

SNUGGLEPOT

& CUDDLEPIE DELUXE TREASURY (MAY GIBBS)

AU RRP: $29.99

NZ RRP: $31.99

Author: MAY GIBBS

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760268725

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 281 X 210 MM

Page Count: 160 PP

Step into the world of the Gumnut Babies in this collection of adventures starring Snugglepot, Cuddlepie and all their friends from the bush! This treasury includes three classic tales showcasing iconic illustrations and characters. Each story celebrates over 100 years of literary legacy from legendary Australian artist, May Gibbs.

SALES POINTS:

• May Gibbs (1877–1969) is one of Australia’s most treasured illustrators, artists and children’s authors. With her beautiful illustrations and stories, May Gibbs is hugely popular for children and adults alike.

• A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

MAY GIBBS:

MY

AU RRP: $6.99

NZ RRP: $7.99

FIRST STICKER BOOK

Author: MAY GIBBS

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761524028

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 2+

Dimensions: 280 X 215 MM

Page Count: 12 PP

With big stickers for little fingers, this sticker book is filled with beautiful opportunities for learning and fun.

ALL THE LOVE IN THE BUSH (MAY GIBBS)

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Author: MAY GIBBS

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781760266691

Format: HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE

Age Level: 3+

Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM

Page Count: 32 PP

The bush is filled with all kinds of love ... sweet, special and unique. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they try to compare their love for each other to all the wonderful things the bush has to offer. Can anything even come close?

SALES POINTS:

Part of our successful Harry Potter movie tie-in publishing program.

The first Magical Art Colouring book has sold almost 120,000 copies since it went on sale in February 2022.

This brand new colouring book format includes 24 pull-out posters.

Each poster is one-sided and easy to remove, so you never have to choose which side to display.

This colouring book features original hand lettering alongside the anime-esque art style that Warner Brothers created with Spin Master for their latest toy lines.

Features 15+ fan favourite quotes from the films— perfect for colouring and hanging on display.

HARRY POTTER: MAGICAL WORDS COLOURING BOOK

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Illustrators: ALY GABRIELA PIRELA & VIOLET TOBACCO

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339035475

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: ACTIVITY

Age Level: 6+

Dimensions: 254 X 229 MM

Page Count: 48 PP

Colour in more than twenty pages of artwork from the Wizarding World featuring characters and creatures, intricate patterns, Hogwarts house crests and some of your favourite lines from the Harry Potter films! Then, when you’re done colouring, tear out your posters to decorate your space. This official colouring book includes 24 pull-out posters and is perfect for Harry Potter fans and artists of all ages!

• A sequel series to the award-winning Jurassic World Camp Cretaceous, Jurassic World Chaos Theory is a brand-new expansion of the Jurassic World universe set to premiere on Netflix in 2024.

• Taking place after the events of Jurassic World Fallen Kingdom, Chaos Theory will follow the characters fans know and love as they grapple with their latest challenge ... dinosaurs on the mainland!

• The Jurassic World franchise has grossed over $1.4 billion in its lifetime, with the Jurassic Park brand being one of the most recognisable around the world by fans old and new.

AU RRP: $12.99

NZ RRP: $14.99

Author: STEVE BEHLING

Illustrator: PATRICK SPAZIANTE

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA

ISBN: 9781761526510

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 12+

Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM

Page Count: 144 PP

Get ready for more dinosaur adventures in this exciting new Jurassic World animated series Chaos Theory! Darius and his friends were able to survive Camp Cretaceous, only to return to a whole new world filled with dinosaurs. Now they are being stalked by an unseen army far more deadly than the dinosaurs. It’s survival of the fittest in this novelisation of the action-packed first half of Jurassic World: Chaos Theory.

An original graphic novel

In the New York Times best-selling series

DREAMER’S NIGHTMARE (THE DRAGON PRINCE: AN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL #4)

SALES POINTS:

• Like our other most recent Dragon Prince graphic novels, this is a prequel story featuring the two young princes, Callum and Ezran.

• The Dragon Prince not only won the 2020 Emmy for Outstanding Children’s Animated Program, it also has the highest completion rate of any kids or family show ever on Netflix!

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: NICOLE ANDELFINGER

Illustrator: FELIA HANAKATA

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339001357

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM

Page Count: 128 PP

$16.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

Format: PAPERBACK

• This graphic novel, like Puzzle House and Bloodmoon Huntress, takes place a few years before the start of the show and gives readers a fuller picture of their favourite characters. In this book, we get to see Ezran in his early days of learning to talk to animals!

• The tone of the show is epic and authentic with humour and heart.

In the quiet town of Noct in the Human Kingdom of Katolis, a storm has been brewing. By the time young princes Callum and Ezran arrive, the community is in a state of panic. A mysterious force has been sweeping through the town, putting any adult who encounters it into a deep sleep. Children recount what they saw—some describe a beast, others a dragon, some even mention an elf—but is there truly something sinister at work, or have their imaginations gotten the best of them? While King Harrow, Aunt Amaya and the rest of the adults attempt to solve the mystery, Callum and Ezran meet compelling forces of their own. While each prince has something to prove, they will need to work together if they want to get to the bottom of things. Can Callum and Ezran uncover the source of the chaos before all of Noct is lost to a nightmare?

THROUGH THE MOON (THE DRAGON PRINCE: AN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL #1)

Author: PETER WARTMAN

ISBN: 9781338608816

BLOODMOON HUNTRESS (THE DRAGON PRINCE: AN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL #2)

Author: NICOLE ANDELFINGER

ISBN: 9781338769951

PUZZLE HOUSE (THE DRAGON PRINCE: AN ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL #3)

Author: PETER WARTMAN

Illustrator: FELIA HANAKATA

ISBN: 9781338794373

THE ENTITY (PIGGY: AN ORIGINAL NOVEL #4)

AU RRP: $17.99

NZ RRP: $19.99

Author: TERRANCE CRAWFORD

Illustrator: DAN WIDDOWSON

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781339051079

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL

Age Level: 8+

Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM

Page Count: 176 PP

Secrets hidden in darkness, new enemies lurking in the shadows and old mysteries finally coming to light! It’s been ten months since Ben confronted the dark truths at the centre of the Infection and things are— surprisingly—going well. But lately, he has started having bad dreams again. Dreams of an ominous, bow tie-wearing figure with sinister intentions. And he’s not the only one—people all over Lucella are having similar nightmares. Now Ben must assemble a team of friends both new and old to defeat The Entity and his sewerdwelling legion before the island of Lucella falls into their evil clutches!

SALES POINTS:

• Piggy is a survival horror game that originated on ROBLOX and was created by MiniToon, an independent developer who has made numerous top ROBLOX games.

• Piggy boasts over 11 billion plays and massive YouTube views!

• Survival horror video games continue to outpace the competition, making Piggy a perfect fit for AFK!

• Scholastic’s Piggy tie-in books are a hit! We’ve already sold over 256,000 books across all channels since the series launched in January 2023.

PERMANENT

DETENTION (PIGGY:

ORIGINAL GRAPHIC NOVEL #1)

AU RRP: $16.99

NZ RRP: $18.99

Author: VANNOTES

Illustrator: MALU MENEZES

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338848243

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL

8+

AU RRP: $19.99

NZ RRP: $21.99

Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC

ISBN: 9781338864656

Format: PAPERBACK

Type: GAMING GUIDE Age Level: 8+

229 X 178 MM

Count: 128 PP

Welcome to the bone-chilling, pulse-pounding world of Piggy, the survival-horror game that will keep you up at night. After the outbreak of a zombie-like disease that’s turned the world upside down, Willow and her mysterious team, the Silver Paw, do all they can to stay alive. It’s not so easy when there are dangerous creatures called ‘the infected’ and their leader, Piggy, roaming the streets. Danger is around every corner. When Piggy ambushes Willow and newcomer Cami, the two escape to an abandoned school only to find they’ll have to survive a barbarian clan of kindergarteners, a gladiator pit in the cafeteria and more all with Piggy hot on their trail. Can they escape in one piece? Or will this be the end of Willow and the Silver Paw?

Fans will not want to miss the very first official guide to Piggy! Full of tips, tricks, lore and more, this guide has everything you need to survive! Make it out alive with the official Piggy Survival Manual! Uncover secrets, master every book and chapter and learn all there is to know about the world and characters of Piggy.

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Phone: (02) 4329 9473

ORDERING INFORMATION

Email: orders@scholastic.co.nz

Fax: (09) 274 8115

Queries:

Email: enquiries@scholastic.co.nz

Phone: (09) 274 8112 or 0800 724 652

This month’s trade release orders for Stock Packs will only be accepted and fulfilled prior to 1ST AUGUST. After this date, items will need to be ordered individually. If you wish to order a Counter Pack and/or Dump Bin, please select this item on your order form when you submit your order. Prices are correct at time of printing. Prices subject to change without notice. Scholastic is committed to bringing children and books together and may opt to release titles early to schools. Should this occur with any of the titles listed in this edition of Parade our Trade customers will be able to access these titles as early as our school customers. All items in this catalogue are ordered in good faith at the time of printing however, some items may be delayed/cancelled or become NBO (Non backorderable) due to unforeseeable circumstances.

TERRITORY MANAGERS AND AGENTS

Australia:

NSW / ACT / QLD

Vonessa Shackles

State Sales Manager 0413 944 155

Stewart Bell

Newcastle, Hunter & Central Coast 0411 882 398

Amanda Hogan

Sydney West & Blue

Mountains 0439 950 942

Terry Woods

Sydney South Illawarra & ACT 0413 752 807

Territory Manager

St. George & Fairfield Region 0434 074 019

Candice Harrison-Celdran

Sydney North Shore 0413 944 055

Bec Goldsmith

Sydney North West 0413 867 710

Susan Pracy

Sydney CBD, East & Inner West 0402 165 984

Louise Pearce (Agent)

Regional Southern NSW 0418 249 872

Dorelle Bot

Brisbane West & Toowoomba 0413 514 545

Kimberley Lucas

Brisbane North & Sunshine Coast 0413 867 712

Ashley Hoffman

Brisbane South 0413 867 703

Marissa Lawry

Gold Coast & North NSW 0413 113 795

Tartan Trading (Agent)

Regional QLD (North of Noosa and West of Toowoomba) 0417 633 668

WA

Joelle Greenway

State Sales Manager Southern WA 0413 149 431

Tracey Pelham

South Perth Metro 0419 228 858

Maree Tredrea

Perth South / Peel District 0421 801 397

Rachel Bradley

North Perth Metro 0413 522 977

VIC

Benn Taplin

State Sales Manager 0401 116 507

Samuel Pratt-White

North West Melbourne &

Bendigo Region 0402 074 629

Todd Scoullar

Bayside & South East 0425 700 344

Jake Robinson

Northern Melbourne & Hume Region 0403 451 598

Kim Montagna

Bellarine & South West Victoria 0413 867 697

Michelle Lionello

Eastern Melbourne & Albury, Wodonga 0411 779 822

Stuart McCarthy

Casey, Cardinia & Gippsland 0402 253 685

SA / NT

Anne Cameron

State Sales Manager

SA Northern Adelaide 0413 867 708

Angie Farrier

Southern Adelaide 0403 457 283

TAS

Emma De Graaf

Tasmania 02 4329 9108

New Zealand:

Jules Watford

North & West Auckland, Northland jwatford@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9834

Rachael Hobson

South & East Auckland rhobson@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9836

Sandie Haddock

Waikato & Bay of Plenty shaddock@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9837

Annabeth Evans

Central & Lower North Island, Gisborne aevans@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9896

Julie Smart

Wellington & Lower North Island jsmart@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9897

Samantha Hart

Upper South Island samhart@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9898

Mel Kavanagh

Lower South Island & Otago mkavanagh@scholastic.co.nz 029 968 9899