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Picture Books > Hardback Picture Books

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The Painted Ponies by Alison Lester

$28.00 NZD

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Category: Hardback Picture Books

A little girl whose family runs a travelling show falls in love with some wild ponies...but what will she do when she realises they long to be set free? Matilda loves staying at Grandma Lucky's, riding Luna in the front paddock and playing with the painted ponies in their carved wooden wagon.The gold p alomino, the chestnut, the bay,the pinto, the brown and the dappley grey.One day, Lucky tells Matilda about when she was a little girl and the real ponies were her friends...A big, beautiful story about friendship and freedom, from Australia's favourite picture book creator, Alison Lester. ...Show more

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I See, I See (HB) by Robert Henderson

$23.00 NZD

Available Stock:
8

Category: Hardback Picture Books | Reading Level: 7 Kids Picture Books

A dynamic interactive picture book for two, designed to be read right side up and upside down at the same time. Suitable for readers of Press Here and Do Not Lick This Book.

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The Fate of Fausto (HB) by Oliver Jeffers

$35.00 NZD

Available Stock:
7

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A stunningly presented modern-day fable from world-renowned talent Oliver Jeffers. There was once a man who believed he owned everything and set out to survey what was his. "You are mine," Fausto said to the flower, the sheep, and the mountain, and they all bowed before him. But they were not enough fo r Fausto, so he conquered a boat and set out to sea . . . Combining bold art and powerful prose, and working in traditional lithographic printmaking techniques for the first time, world-renowned talent Oliver Jeffers has created a poignant modern-day fable to touch the hearts of adults and children alike. ...Show more

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Fashion Show Fiasco (Claris #2) by Megan Hess

$28.00 NZD

Available Stock:
7

Category: Hardback Picture Books | Series: Claris Collection

The second delightful rhyming tale about courage, compassion and a stylish little mouse, from acclaimed   fashion illustrator Megan Hess. It's Fashion Week in Paris and there is no way Claris is missing the show of her favourite designer But when a fashion emergency occurs, will Claris and Monsieu r be able to make it to the show in time to save the day? The Claris series follows an adorable mouse who moves to Paris to follow her fashion dreams. Can Claris use all her wit, warmth and - of course - style to make her dreams come true? ...Show more

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Miss Kraken by Nicki Greenberg

$28.00 NZD

Available Stock:
6

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A bold and funny picture book featuring a highly unusual primary school teacher and her class of badly behaved students, from acclaimed author/illustrator Nicki Greenberg.

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Jiffy, Cat Detective by Catherine Chidgey

$30.00 NZD

Available Stock:
4

Category: Hardback Picture Books

When Dad can't find his shoe the family is sent to find it, but Jiffy, the cat, knows how to solve this mystery. In fact he knew even before the loss was noticed.  Told in rhyme and rhythm with a very satisfying ending  ... for cats.

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A First Time for Everything by Tiffiny Hall; Ed Kavalee

$23.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

A hilarious and relatable story that perfectly captures all the messy, glorious chaos of a baby's first year, from two of Australia's best-loved TV and radio personalities. This is the story of my family - first-time Mum, first-time Dad, and me. I'm a first-time baby.  We've never done this befor e... but I think it's all going smoothly. Sometimes parenthood isn't picture-perfect. But from first nappy change to first words, it's full of love, laughter and unexpected moments. ...Show more

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Sam and Julia (#1 Mouse Mansion) by Karina Schaapman

$33.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Beatrix Potter meets I Spy in this detailed and charming storybook adventure about two mice who love to explore every nook and cranny in the large apartment house in which they live.  

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Hello, New Zealand! by Megan McKean

$25.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Come on an adventure-filled trip around the land of the long white cloud, New Zealand! Explore from the North Island to the South Island with the help of six kiwi guides. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of this beautiful country and along the way, say kia ora to many of New Zealand's friendly resi dents. From kea and kakapo to tuatara and tui, these curious creatures can't wait to meet you. ...Show more

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Disney Frozen (FTI) by Emily Stead

$23.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

THE BIG IDEA The highest-grossing animated movie of all time and the world's number-one augmented reality publisher come together to produce never-before-seen Disney magic! AT A GLANCE View the pages of the book through the free app, and you'll see the world of Anna, Elsa, Olaf, Kristoff, Sven, and m ore spring to 3D life right on the page. The unique AR experiences on every page mean that this is the first-ever book to really bring the Frozen magic to life. See Anna and Elsa come to life, create your own ice magic, see Elsa's ice palace grow out of the page and much, much more. THE BUZZZZZZ... Combining the worlds of Frozen and Frozen 2, this is a unique guide. ...Show more

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Jon Klassen's Hat Box (Boxed Set) by Jon Klassen

$70.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Hold on to all of your hats at once for this special collection of Jon Klassen's celebrated hat trilogy. The bear's hat is gone, and he wants it back. A fish has stolen a hat; will he get away with it? Two turtles have found one hat, but the hat looks good on both of them. . . . Jon Klassen's deliciou sly deadpan hat tales continue to surprise and delight readers of all ages, and they are all now available in one impeccably designed boxed set along with a free frameable print. Included are: I Want My Hat BackThis Is Not My HatWe Found a Hat ...Show more

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Foothand, Elbownose by Kiah Thomas

$23.00 NZD

Available Stock:
3

Category: Hardback Picture Books

Foothand Elbownose tells the story of an unhappy foot, and a boy who just wants what's best for everyone.  Max's foot is fed up and wants to be a hand instead -- he's over puddles and prickles and being trod on every day -- and Max, being ever so obliging, agrees. All is fine until the other body parts start putting in requests of their own, and when Max finds himself with not only a foothand but an elbownose, headbottom and a mouthear, he has no choice but to send the body parts back to where they belong. Which, as it happens, suits them.     ...Show more

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