Miimi and Buwaarr, Mother and Baby
An ode to the mother/baby relationship and ties to family and land. Being your miimi (mother) is the most precious gift life can give. When you were born you opened my heart as wide as the ocean. Join Miimi (Mother) as she shares stories with her Buwaarr (baby) about the environment, language and totems; passing […]
100 Novels That Changed the World
The inspiring novels that have left a significant mark on the world of literature and popular culture. Before the novel, the world of books was dominated by scientific tomes, religious tracts and histories of the victorious in war. There had been stories and epic poems from ancient times – Homer’s ‘Ilia’ and ‘Odyssey’ recounted ancient […]
Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought
Join Gigi as she tries natto, a traditional Japanese food, in this exciting and engaging Level Three I Can Read book by acclaimed author and illustrator Melissa Iwai. Intergenerational relationships, Japanese culture, and social and emotional learning are highlighted in this sweet biracial story, perfect for sharing with children 3 to 6. Ohayo! It’s breakfast […]
Collins COBUILD: Primary Learner’s Dictionary
The Collins COBUILD Primary Learner’s Dictionary is an engaging illustrated dictionary aimed at learners of English aged 7 and over. The dictionary has been specially created for primary school students, whose first language is not English, but who attend English-language schools. Ideal for young learners of English and primary school students who are studying through […]
Giinagay Gaagal, Hello Ocean
An ode to happy days spent by the ocean, from Gumbaynggirr artist Melissa Greenwood, the creator of the heart-stirring picture books Miimi Marraal, Mother Earth and My Little Barlaagany. Gaagal (ocean) is our special place, we love to swim in the waves. We’ll catch some Yamaarr (fish), eat, dance and play games. An ode to […]
Say My Name
New York Times bestselling author Joanna Ho, of Eyes that Kiss in the Corners, creates a meaningful and diverse picture book about how names define us. Names reveal generational ties and histories, weaving an intricate tale of the past. Names – and correctly saying them – are important. Each one carries the hopes, dreams, and […]
My Little Barlaagany (Sunshine)
As the sun shines throughout the day, it warms your cheeks while we play. As the sun sets in the evening sky, say, ‘Yaarri Yarraang, goodbye.’ This gentle bedtime story follows the journey a mother and child take across a day and into the dreamtime – finding special places to visit, creatures to meet and […]
A Hundred Thousand Welcomes
Welcome, come in! You are invited to travel to homes around the world in this beautifully illustrated picture book about hospitality and acceptance, which features the word ‘welcome’ from more than fourteen languages. Welcome, friend. Welcome. There are almost as many ways of making someone feel welcome as there are people on our planet. To […]
Collins: A Word a Day
The perfect children’s gift book to last the whole year. Discover a wonderful word every day! A year’s worth of intriguing words, including ones that reflect the changing seasons and link to the date or month on which they appear. – suffragette on International Women’s Day – rewild on Earth Day – empathise on International […]
