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Picture Books > Hardback Picture Books

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One Hundred Steps: The Story of Captain Sir Tom Moore by Tom Moore

$30.00 NZD

Available Stock:
15

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A book about adventure, about family, about never giving up, and about what we can achieve when we work together. This is an inspirational picture book, published in support of the creation of the Captain Tom Foundation, which tells the incredible story of the man who walked 100 laps of his garden and captured the heart of a nation. Fully illustrated for younger readers, and following the key moments from Captain Tom's incredible life, the book shows what is possible when we come together and never, ever give up. ...Show more

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The Great Realisation by Tomos Roberts

$25.00 NZD

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14

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A post-pandemic bedtime tale that has captured the hearts of millions. First performed in response to the Coronavirus pandemic, Tomos Roberts' inspiring poem, with its message of hope and resilience, has been viewed more than 60 million times and translated into over 20 languages worldwide. From simple acts of kindness, to the creativity within us all, The Great Realisation is a celebration of the many things that have brought us together at a time of crisis. It captures, with magical resonance, the thoughts and feelings of millions worldwide as we adapt to a new way of life, cast aside old habits and reflect on what truly matters to us. It is a story for all readers, young or old, who dare to dream of a fairer, kinder, more loving world. ...Show more

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The Hospital Dog by Julia Donaldson

$30.00 NZD

Available Stock:
10

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Dot the hospital dog is everyone's favourite visitor in this story of bravery and friendship from Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie, creators of the bestselling picture book, The Detective Dog. Here is a dog, a Dalmatian called Dot, Is she quite ordinary? NO, SHE'S NOT! After their breakfast and a sw im in the sea, Dot and her owner Rose jump on the bus to the hospital. Dot loves visiting the children of Wallaby Ward and they're always pleased to see her too. From a crying baby to a bored teenager - a pat, a stroke and a cuddle with Dot cheers everyone up. But the work of the hospital dog doesn't stop there, and when one of her patients is in trouble, it's up to Dot to save the day! A fantastic rhyming story from the powerhouse creative team behind The Detective Dog, winner of the Books Are My Bag Readers' Award. ...Show more

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While We Can't Hug by Eoin McLaughlin

$23.00 NZD

Available Stock:
9

Category: Hardback Picture Books | Series: A Hedgehog and Tortoise Story

From the team behind the bestselling The Hug, a heart-warming picture book that shows us ways to be affectionate while social distancing. Hedgehog and Tortoise were the best of friends. They wanted to give each other a great, big hug. But they weren't allowed to touch. "Don't worry," said Owl. "There a re lots of ways to show someone you love them." So the two friends wave to each other, blow kisses, sing songs, dance around and write letters. And even though they can't hug and they can't touch, they both know that they are loved.A gorgeous, uplifting, inspiring picture book that makes social distancing fun! ...Show more

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Quidditch Through the Ages: Illustrated Edition by J. K. Rowling

$48.00 NZD

Available Stock:
8

Category: Hardback Picture Books

An essential companion to the Harry Potter series, this spectacular new full-colour edition of J.K. Rowling'' s Quidditch Through the Ages brings together one of the worl'' s best loved storytellers with the creative genius of Emily Gravett. A sumptuous visual feast of a book, the pages are bursting wit h glorious illustrations, handmade memorabilia and two breathtaking gatefold spreads. This sporting almanac promises magic and wonder in equal measure for both newcomers to the Wizarding World and established Harry Potter fans. Each amazing page is waiting to pored over and enjoyed! Ron Weasley Devoured by Harry Potter in his first year, Quidditch Through the Ages is consulted on a daily basis by the young witches and wizards at Hogwarts. Kennilworthy Whis'' s sporting bible whisks readers through a whistle-stop tour of the wizarding worl'' s favourite sport. Packed with trivia, tales of on-pitch antics, and Quidditch stars past and present, the sports almanac also contains comprehensive profiles of Quidditch teams loved by readers of the Harry Potter novels - Chudley Cannons, Puddlemere United, Vratsa Vultures and many more......   ...Show more

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The Secret Life of Farts by Malin Klingenberg

$28.00 NZD

Available Stock:
8

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A hilarious journey around the hidden world of the fart. Hilarious verses and outrageous illustrations combine to produce a book about the funniest thing in the world: farts! From the racetrack to the concert hall, from humble bank-robbers to esteemed royals, farts are produced everywhere and by everyo ne. The Secret Life of Farts is your guide to the rich, colourful, flatulatory world that is all around us. ...Show more

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Ghostology by Dugald Steer

$50.00 NZD

Available Stock:
6

Category: Hardback Picture Books

In 1975, under a bed in an old house in Tarrytown, New York, an unearthly tome entitled Ghostology was discovered, wrapped in a substance, later found to be ectoplasm. It is the life's work and study of American ghostologist Lucinda Curtle, who mysteriously passed to the Other Side during a seance. Afte r her death, Ghostology seemingly became haunted by the ghost of Lucinda herself, who now wants to keep the secrets of the dead A SECRET. Now published, ghostwritten by Dugald Steer, the world itself can decide if Ghostology - purporting to tell the truth about ghosts - was solid fact or insubstantial fiction.Delve into the wealth of information and learn about different types of ghosts, ghosts around the world and ghost through history; haunted houses, ships and other objects (including books); the ghostologist's field kit; psychics and mediums; fakes and frauds; test your ghostological knowledge on one of Lucinda's own case studies. Complete with a jewel in the cover, as well as letters, booklets, sealed pages, flaps, a moving wheel novelty and glow in the dark ink. ...Show more

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I'm a Hero Too by Jamila Rizvi

$24.00 NZD

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6

Category: Hardback Picture Books

An insightful, topical and practical picture book story about a family coping with the changes brought about by Covid 19, from the much-loved Jamila Rizvi. Inspired by her own child's experience, Jamila wrote I'm a Hero Too to help children make sense of the changes to their world and to help them feel empowered and reassured about how they can be a hero at their house too! A story for our time right now, but also for all times, as children will always need reassurance about change. Arty likes going to kinder, visiting his granny and playing with his friends at the playground, but since the virus came everything has changed and Arty can't do any of his favourite things anymore. Arty's mum is a hero, she's a scientist, helping to make medicines to fight the virus. Arty has a special plan about how he can be a hero and do his bit to help fight the virus too! ...Show more

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Ways to Say I Love You by Marilyn Singer

$28.00 NZD

Available Stock:
5

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A beautiful and heartwarming picture book celebrating the ways in which Earths creatures say "I love you." From snuggling garter snakes to big, cozy bear hugs, this book in verse shares how animals we'd expect, and some we wouldn't, express affection for each other. Each animal interaction is compared with a similar human one, in beautifully blended illustrations composed by the talented Alette Strattoff - showing that we are not so different from our animal neighbours. Find out more about the animals in the back pages and discover how to say 'I love you' in different languages. ...Show more

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The Stone Giant by Anna Hoglund

$10.00 NZD

Available Stock:
5

Category: Hardback Picture Books

When her father leaves to save people from a giant who turns them to stone with his gaze, a child in a red dress is left alone. Many days and many nights go by. Every evening the girl says good night to herself in her mirror. When the last light burns down, the girl takes her mirror and a knife and set s out to find her father. "I will save my father from the giant," she says. The Stone Giant is a contemporary and timeless fairytale that tells of a child who succeeds where adults cannot. Based on a classic Swedish fairytale by Elsa Beskow, often called the Beatrix Potter of Scandinavia, whose books have been read by Swedish children for over 100 years. ...Show more

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This Boy Can by Cori Brooke

$20.00 NZD

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5

Category: Hardback Picture Books

This boy can be anything. A care worker. A stay at home dad. A florist. Showing boys all the very many things they can be when they grow up, this book is a playful romp through the world of jobs and vocations.

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This Girl Can by Cori Brooke

$20.00 NZD

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5

Category: Hardback Picture Books

This girl can be anything. A pilot. A firefighter. A film director. - anything! This joyful, colourful romp through the world of jobs and professions introduces girls to the wide range of options open to them. Without any

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