The Observologist: A Handbook for Mounting Very Small Scientific Expeditions by Giselle Clarkson
$40.00 NZD
Category: NZ Picture Books
A highly illustrated and creative scientific guide to the small creatures and natural wonders we find when we take time to open our eyes to the world around us—and ode to the power of quiet observation.An observologist is someone who makes scientific expeditions, albeit very small ones, every day. They ...Show more
Matariki by Gavin Bishop
$16.00 NZD
Category: Board Books
This bilingual board book for young children shares the meaning behind each star in the Matariki cluster, created by award-winning author Gavin Bishop. An essential bilingual board book explaining the meaning of each Matariki star, with beautiful artwork by award-winning author Gavin Bishop. When the Ma ...Show more
The Astromancer: The Rising of Matariki (Te Kо̄kо̄rangi: Te Aranga o Matariki English Edition) by Witi Ihimaera; Isobel Joy Te Aho-White
$25.00 NZD
Category: Picture Books
The Astromancer is looking for four new apprentices to learn about Matariki and the Maramataka calendar. She chooses three boys and an orphan girl, Aria, who will come only if she can bring her smelly dog. Aria, though, is bored by the lessons, and she doesn't want to be told what to do. But these are d ...Show more
Matariki Around the World: A Cluster of Stars, A Cluster of Stories by Miriama Kamo, Dr Matamua
$35.00 NZD
Category: History
A fascinating look at Matariki in New Zealand and around the world. The Matariki constellation (or Pleiades) is known by many different names and is seen and celebrated by many cultures around the world. This beautifully illustrated book features 9 stories that explore the Māori Matariki stars, and 12 s ...Show more
Hairy Maclary Book and Toy Set by Lynley Dodd
$35.00 NZD
Category: Gift Books | Series: Hairy Maclary
Out of the Gate and off for a walk went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy This very special boxed set contains a hardback edition of the internationally bestselling Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy and a cuddly soft toy of the roguish Hairy Maclary himself. With the classic Hairy Maclary story an ...Show more
The Very Best Words by Erin Munro
$22.00 NZD
Category: NZ Picture Books
'A dazzling and delightful introduction to the joy of language' Tessa Duder, award-winning author of Alex. Emma's new baby brother James was very nearly perfect, from his velvety head to his wiggly toes. She just wished he could talk. 'I am going to help you find your words,' she told him. But ther ...Show more
Friend by Gavin Bishop
$18.00 NZD
Category: NZ Picture Books
A warm and simple board book that shares how to talk about feelings through a friendship between a child and their dog. Through the up-close expressive faces of a child and their dog, we learn the words for a range of feelings. This is my dog. She is silly! She is happy. Sometimes she is sad. She's my b ...Show more
Ethan the Incredible by Jacqui Simpson
$20.00 NZD
Category: Picture Books
The Kingdom of Forests is a peaceful and happy place until the dastardly dragons arrive.King Jake and Prince Flynn are at their wits' end.But the arrival of Ethan, on a bright green scooter, changes everything.Can Ethan save the kingdom from the dragons and rescue the princesses?And then what's next for ...Show more
Celebrating Matariki: A Story from New Zealand (Children of the Pacific) by Jill MacGregor
$25.00 NZD
Category: NZ Picture Books
Tamarau and his friends share some ideas and activities to celebrate the season of Matariki in the classroom.
The Promise of Puanga: A story for Matariki by Kirsty Wadsworth
$22.00 NZD
Category: Paperback
There is a bright new star in the winter sky - Puanga, cousin to the Matariki sisters. Each year, she appears to the people of Aotearoa, a special sign for those unable to see Matariki, that winter and the Maori new year are coming. A new addition to Scholastic's popular Matariki range, this time intro ...Show more
The Great Kiwi ABC Book (PB) by Donovan Bixley
$20.00 NZD
Category: Paperback
Here is the ABC like you've never seen it: featuring Donovan Bixley's uniquely Kiwi characters. Look out for the milkshake-making cow, the All Black lambs, the cute pink ski-bunny, the colossal squid, and many more of Donovan's vibrant, amusing illustrations. Fun for the kids--and fun for the adults
Let Me Be Frank by Jessica Urlichs
$22.00 NZD
Category: NZ Picture Books
There are so many toys,and games we can play.Whatever we choose,let's do it our way. Join Frank and Quinn on their playdate - there are no limits to which toys they can play with and which games they can choose. A fun rhyming picture book to read with children to reinforce that they can choose to be a ...Show more