K-9 Booklist - Full "When using this booklist, please be aware of the need for guidance to ensure students select texts considered appropriate for their age, interest and maturity levels." "This title is usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above." " To sort this booklist by other criteria. (1) Delete the rows above the column headings. (2) Select Data>Sort from the excel toolbar. (3) Choose sorting preference. To view all the text in the booklist. (1) Select the spreadsheet. (2) Select Format>Row>Autofit from the excel toolbar. " PRC ID Title Author Publisher Year ISBN Level Annotations 3986 "1,2, pirate stew" "Howarth, Kylie" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760403201 K-2 "1, 2 round up the crew! 3, 4 now grab an oar! Take one large cardboard box, two imaginative kids and a splash of pirate pets and you have a recipe for adventure." 28524 10 little hermit crabs "Fox, Lee & McGowan, Shane (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781742379524 K-2 "A playful, counting book about ten little hermit crabs that have a knack for getting into trouble." 825 10 little insects "Cali, Davide & Pianina, V (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2012 9780987109910 5-6 "10 intelligent insects, each with something to hide, are invited to a secluded island for the weekend. One by one, unusual things start to happen and they begin tracking a murderer." 15023 10 little rubber ducks "Carle, Eric" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780007202423 K-2 Ten little rubber ducks are swept out to sea and one is left helpless. Mother duck comes along to save him. 9404 100 Australian poems for children "Griffith, Kathryn & Scott-Mitchell, Claire (eds) & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9781740517751 3-4 "From emus to magic puddings, this feast of Australian poems for children is fresh and familiar. Written by grown-ups and kids, with beautiful illustrations, it reveals what is special about growing up in Australia." 21158 100 scientists who made history "Mills, Andrea & Caldwell, Stella" Dorling Kindersley 2018 9780241304327 5-6 "From brainy biologists and clever chemists to magnificent mathematicians and pioneering physicists, discover 100 remarkable scientists who shaped our world." 41505 100 things to know about food "Baer, Sam & Firth, Rachel & Hall, Rose & James, Alice & Martin, Jerome" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781409598619 5-6 "This informative book is filled with 100 fascinating facts about food: from how to grow a burger in a laboratory, to how many bees it takes to fill an orchard with apples. It contains bright, enticing illustrations, detailed facts on each page, an index and glossary, as well as internet links to specially selected websites which contain more information. " 5891 100 things to know about science "Frith, Alex & Lacey, Minna & Martin, Jerome & Melmoth, Jonathan" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409582182 5-6 "Find out about familiar and less familiar topics, from the Earth's magnetic poles to spider venom and black holes. Lots of facts and colourful infographics cover one hundred science topics." 3094 100 women who made history: remarkable women who shaped our world "Caldwell, Stella & Hibbert, Clare & Mills, Andrea & Skene, Rona" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780241257241 5-6 "From queens to scientists to artists to sportspeople, this book provides fascinating facts about the women who have impacted history. Including the stories of women who were famous at the time, and ordinary people whose impact has become known as time progresses, 100 Women Who Made History is an engaging insight into their impact on the world. " 5638 "1000-year-old boy, The" "Welford, Ross" HarperCollins Children's Books 2018 9780008256944 7-9 "Alfie Monk is like any other pre-teen, except he's 1000 years old and can remember when Vikings invaded his village and he and his family had to run for their lives. When he loses everything he loves in a tragic fire and the modern world finally catches up with him, Alfie embarks on a mission to change everything by finally trusting Aidan and Roxy enough to share his story, and enlisting their help to find a way to, eventually, make sure he will eventually die." 1477 1001 bugs to spot "Doherty, G" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780794510008 K-2 "Teeming with bugs to find, count and talk about." 91599 1001 pirate things to spot "Lloyd Jones, Rob & Gower, Teri (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746076941 K-2 "Teeming with pirates, ships, sunken treasure to find, count and talk about." 87206 101 ways to save the earth "Bellamy, David & Dann, Penny (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845079246 5-6 "This book deals with the fragility of our planet's ecosystem. Topics include household recycling, earth-friendly shopping tips, biodegradable products and links for further information." 22034 13 days of midnight "Hunt, Leo" Orchard Books 2015 9781408337462 7-9 "Luke Manchett is 16 years old with a place on the rugby team and the prettiest girl in Year 11 in his sights. Then his estranged father suddenly dies and he finds out that he is to inherit six million dollars! But if he wants the cash, he must accept the Host. A collection of malignant ghosts who his Necromancer father had trapped and enslaved! Now the Host is angry, the Host is strong, and the Host is out for revenge! Has Luke got what it takes to fight these horrifying spirits and save himself and his world?" 4983 1836 Do you dare: Fighting bones "Laguna, S" Penguin Books Australia 2014 9780143307556 5-6 "In 1836, Irish brothers, Danny and Declan Sheehan, are inmates at Tasmania's Point Puer prison for convict boys. When tragedy strikes and the prison bully is on the rampage, escape is the brothers only chance to survive. " 34251 "1841 Do you dare: Bushranger's boys, The" "Lloyd, A" Penguin Books Australia 2014 9780143307563 5-6 "When Captain Ross shoots Jem's dog, Jem dreams of retribution. So, when a bushranger takes the Captain's horse and clothes, Jem isn't a bit upset, although he is still stuck on the Captain's homestead, far from the only family he knows. But, Alfie, the cook's son, and his mate, Tommy, an Aboriginal boy, become Jem's staunch supporters, even when his decisions aren't so smart. Join the three boys as they hole up in a secret hideout, rescue a puppy and meet a real live bushranger. " 35728 "1844 Do you dare: Last horse race, The" "Moloney, J" Penguin Books Australia 2014 9780143307822 5-6 "Within the rough and ready frontier settlement of Moreton Bay, which later became the city of Brisbane, Toby and his mates roam free, and linger at the fringes of the grown-up world. They are particularly interested in horse racing. But, it's a dangerous world and when Toby decides to take part in a race through the streets, he doesn't realise it will be a matter of life and death." 7080 1854 Do you dare: Eureka boys "Matthews, P" Puffin Australia 2015 9780143308454 5-6 "Henry lives with his father and sister on the Victorian goldfields. Still mourning the loss of his mother and baby brother, Henry helps his father mine their claim, hoping to strike it rich. But they can't afford a mining licence so are at the mercy of corrupt police. When Henry meets a new friend, he enters a world of politics, riots and rebellion that will lead him to Eureka Stockade, one of the defining moments in Australian history." 650 19 girls and me "Pattison, Darcy & Salerno, Steven (ill)" Philomel Books 2006 9780399243363 K-2 "John Hercules Po arrives for his first day in Kindergarten and discovers, to his surprise, that the whole class is made up of 19 girls and John. His brother thinks the girls will turn John into a sissy but there is yet another surprise in store for John." 2943 1915 Do you dare: Jimmy's war "Clark, Sherryl" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780143308027 5-6 "Jimmy's Dad died two years ago and older brother Arthur is in Egypt preparing enthusiastically for battle. Twelve year old Jimmy is now the man of the house. As Mum's health is fragile, Jimmy is forced to leave school and become the breadwinner, scraping together barely enough to cover minimal food and the rent. When Arthur returns, badly injured, Jimmy's life gets even harder, although there's still time for football." 18878 1931 Do you dare: Tough times "Mitchell, S" Penguin Books Australia 2014 9780143308010 5-6 "During the Great Depression, when his father loses his job, Tom Parker sets out to save his family from eviction. He confronts bullies, financial hardship and prejudice but his determination and never-say-die attitude is as strong as his loyalty to his family." 1 "20,000 leagues under the sea" "Verne, Jules" Scholastic US 1990 9780590451796 5-6 "The classic tale of an expedition to destroy a terrifying sea monster that becomes an undersea mission. It involves a visit to the sunken city of Atlantis in a giant submarine, the Nautilus, commanded by the mysterious Captain Nemo." 537 27th annual African hippopotamus race "Lurie, Morris" Puffin Australia 1985 9780140309911 3-4 "Go behind the scenes as eight year old Edward, the hippopotamus, trains for the greatest swimming marathon of all." 39425 3 wishes for Pugman "Meschenmoser, Sebastian" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2011 9780980607093 K-2 "The day hasn't started well for Pugman. He's overslept, there's nothing for breakfast and the rain has made his newspaper soggy/ Can the day get any worse? The, out of nowhere, a magical and very cheerful fairy appears. She offers the grumpy Pugman three wishes. What will he wish for?" 17400 31 ways to change the world "Taylor, Tanis" Walker Books 2010 9781406327809 5-6 "An entertaining, colourful book containing scrapbook style images, illustrations and bits of information you would normally not even think about. We are reminded that change happens when we work together to make small changes. A great book to encourage children to get involved and make a difference." 30985 365 penguins "Fromental, Jean-Luc & Jolivet, Joelle (ill)" Abrams Books 2006 9780810944602 K-2 "A family receives an anonymous package containing one penguin. Every day, another one is delivered until there are 365 penguins in the house. Feeding, cleaning and housing the penguins become a monumental task. They're noisy, smelly and always hog the bathroom. The family wonders just who on earth is sending these squawking birds." 18364 43 Bin Street "Michael, Livi" Orchard Books 2005 9781843627258 5-6 "Kiko and Nattie are flies whose job it is to clean up after humans. When their house is occupied by Mrs Spick who has dangerous amounts of fly spray, they become flies with a mission." 379 45 & 47 Stella Street and everything that happened "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865080901 5-6 The families and friends who live in Stella Street lead fascinating lives. 23006 "48 hours: Medusa Curse, The" "Lord, Gabrielle" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743629765 7-9 International antiquities fraud and Computer Crime come together in Sydney. Can Jazz and Phoenix save their friend's father and themselves from some very dangerous people? 44497 "48 hours: Vanishing, The" "Lord, Gabrielle" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743629758 5-6 "Jazz always wanted to be a detective, and now she has no choice! Her best friend Anika has been kidnapped over a 20 year old mystery. Can the annoying school rebel help her link the clues, within the first 48 hours? " 18410 4F for freaks "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741140910 3-4 4F pride themselves on frightening teachers out of the classroom. It seems that they have met their match with Miss Corker who has a few tricks of her own up her sleeves. 9581 "500 hats of Bartholomew Cubbins, The" "Seuss, Dr" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1989 9780394844848 3-4 "Bartholomew is selling cranberries when the king passes by. A big cry is heard, 'Hats off to the King', which Bartholomew does but he still has a hat on his head. A very funny story about Batholomew's hats." 14780 60 classic Australian poems "Cheng, Christopher (ed) & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664140 7-9 "Australian poets have a wonderful way with words and their poems bring to life the iconic Aussie characters and unforgettable landscapes that are part of our Australian heritage. This is a collection of ballads and poems by some familiar, and not so familiar, poets, accompanied by attractive pen and ink sketches. Includes an index of poets and first lines, as well as interesting notes about the writers." 15591 68 teeth "Moloney, James" Penguin 2005 9780143301912 5-6 Jack is fishing when he attracts something much bigger than barramundi. A crocodile has entered the river on his family's property and it's hungry. 15952 88 Lime Street: the way in "Kirby, Denise" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742991009 3-4 "When Ellen arrives at her new house, an old mansion with actual towers, she senses something stirring. When the dried-up fountain in the overgrown garden suddenly spouts water and weird messages appear, Ellen is determined to get to the bottom of the mystery. But, first, she needs to find a way into the peculiar tower with no door." 33477 "9/11 report, The: a graphic adaptation" "Jacobson, Sid & Colon, Ernie (ill)" Hill & Wang 2006 9780809057399 7-9 "The United States was completely unprepared for the shocking act of terrorism when hijacked planes flew into New York's twin towers on 11 September 2001. This ia a graphic representation of The 9/11 Report, which gives the background to the attack and analyses the response of the federal agencies involved." 13137 999 tadpoles find a new home "Kimura, Ken & Murakami, Yasunari (ill)" Gecko Press 2010 9781877467271 K-2 Mother and Father Frog find that their pond is getting too small for 999 growing tadpoles and the family decides to brave the dangerous world to find a bigger home. 540 A is for Aunty "Russell, Elaine" ABC Books 2000 9780733307294 K-2 Memories of growing up on an Aboriginal mission are brought to life in this alphabet picture book with a difference. It features accounts of possums as pets and Aunty Goldie who used zinc ointment for just about every ailment. 1700 A is for Australia "Lessac, Frane" Walker Books 2015 9781922179760 5-6 "From Bondi Beach to Rottnest Island, travel around Australia and uncover many exciting facts." 35571 A is for Australian Animals "Lessac, Frane" Walker Books 2017 9781925381009 3-4 Australia is full of the most amazing animals on the planet! What animal has 6 thumbs? What animal produces square poo? What animal is made of 95 per cent water and is highly venomous? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this factastic tour of Australian animals. A Tale of Fontania series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7917 A-Z of convicts in Van Diemen's Land "Barnard, Simon" Text Publishing Co 2014 9781922079343 7-9 "In the first half of the nineteenth century, seventy-three thousand convicts were transported to the British penal colony of Van Diemen's Land. This is an enthralling journey through the personal histories and daily lives of the men, women and children who played a vital role in the building of the settlements, as well as the running of the newly established colony." A-Z of Inventions and Inventors series "Stoyles, Pennie & Pentland, Peter" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." A-Z of scientific discoveries series "Stoyles, Pennie & Mulvany, Christine" 5-6 "Provides lots of facts and photographs about important scientific discoveries. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 26545 ABC animal rhymes for you and me "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Orchard Books 2010 9781408306802 K-2 Explore the animal alphabet from Angel Fish to Zebra. 14931 "ABC book of Australian poetry, The" "Hathorn, Libby (comp) & Allen, Cassandra (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2010 9780733320194 5-6 "A rich variety of poems from classic favourites by Banjo Paterson, Henry Lawson and C J Dennis, to contemporary works by Libby Hathorn, Max Fatchen and Steven Herrick." 5260 "ABC book of feelings, The" "Martin, Helen & Simpson, Judith & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2017 9780733338298 K-2 Everyone has feelings and lots of them you've had... 6130 "ABC book of food, The" "Martin, Helen & Simpson, Judith & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2016 9780733334269 K-2 "Food helps us run and jump and play. Take a journey from the paddock, the orchard, the garden to your kitchen, and find out where food comes from and how it reaches us." 7350 "ABC book of lullabies, The" Various ABC Books 2008 9780733323621 3-4 "An enchanting collection of lullabies, chosen and illustrated by well-known Australian artists. They use collage, pen and ink, gouache, chalk, charcoal, pencil and watercolour to present a varied, visual experience of the lullabies." 12056 ABC book of nursery rhymes Various ABC Books 2002 9780733308932 K-2 "Thirteen award-winning Australian illustrators each chose a well-known rhyme to interpret, resulting in a beautifully illustrated selection of nursery rhyme favourites. Features profiles on each artist." 2397 "ABC book of Seasons, The" "Martin, Helen & Simpson, Judith & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2014 9780733331954 K-2 "Seasons come and seasons go. Sun shines, wind blows, rain falls and plants grow." 6010 ABC of Australian animals "Morcombe, Irene" Working Title Press 2000 9781876288068 3-4 "Organised alphabetically, the beautiful, full page photographs and short but excellent texts in this book provide a wealth of information about Australian animals." 9499 ABC of Australian birds "Morcombe, Irene" Working Title Press 2000 9781876288129 3-4 "Organised alphabetically, the beautiful, full page photographs and short but excellent texts in this book provide a wealth of information about Australian birds." 9520 Abel's moon "Hughes, Shirley" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780099265351 3-4 "Abel Grable's work takes him into remote jungles with only the moon to guide the way. His children love to hear about his moonlit adventures when he's back home. When he's away, the children use his desk as a moon machine for their own adventures." 10027 Abigail "Rayner, Catherine" Tiger Tales 2015 9781848956469 K-2 "Abigail loves to count. She begins to count the spots on the ladybird but it climbs under a leaf. She begins to count the stripes on the zebra but it moves away. And the cheetah is just too fast. So, Abigail begins to count the flowers in the vast plains of Africa but has to stop when the darkness comes. But, there are other things that can be counted in the night time." 9454 Aboriginal peoples of Australia "Bartlett, Anne" Times Editions 2000 9789812320650 3-4 Indigenous and non-indigenous writers work in collaboration with indigenous people to present a vast amount of information about the Aboriginal peoples of Australia. Provides information on each author. 16047 About a girl "Horniman, Joanne" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742371443 7-9 "Anna is afraid she must be unlovable until she meets Flynn. Together, the girls swim, eat banana cake, laugh and love. Some days, Flynn is unreachable. On other days, she's at Anna's door. When Anna discovers Flynn's secret, she wonders if she knows her at all. Includes mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." About animals series "Davey, Owen" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15202 About this little devil and this little fella "Barunga, Albert & Mueche, Stephen & Dowling, Julie (ill)" Magabala Books 1999 9781875641420 3-4 "This greedy little fella just can't stop eating honey and won't go home with his mother. The grumpy little devil is nearby chopping wood to make a fire to cook his dinner. But first, he has to catch it." 11338 "Accidental princess, The" "Storer, Jen & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670074969 3-4 "Matilda's sister, Iris, has a precious possession, an old penny passed on to her by Great Grandfather Parnell. After a fight, Matilda hides the penny in a lilac hedge in the garden. When she goes to retrieve it, the penny is gone. Two sets of glittering emerald eyes are watching Matilda and when she reaches further into the hedge, she sets off a tale of the penny that is more than it seems." 5398 Achoo we're not well "Whybrow, Ian & Reynolds, Adrian" Puffin Australia 2008 9780141501826 K-2 "When Harry catches a cold, Mum tucks him up in bed. But Harry is contagious and all his dinosaurs end up having to be treated in his dinosaur hospital." 18538 Across the dark sea "Orr, Wendy" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944452 3-4 "Trung and his father are separated from his mother and sister while escaping from Vietnam to Australia. The story traces their dangerous journey and the difficulties they face as refugees assimilating into Australian society. While they want desperately to be reunited, they did not want Trung's mother and sister to travel to Australia on a leaky boat." 15263 Across the line "Garnsworthy, Penny" Dragonwick Publishing 2006 9780977522453 5-6 "Casey doesn't know whether he has stumbled across an alternate reality during his rugby league match, or if he has lost his mind completely. A story about sport, science and families." 15540 Across the wall "Nix, Garth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741147018 7-9 "A collection of thirteen short stories providing an eclectic mix of Garth Nix's writing spanning several years. Included are an Old Kingdom story, an Arthurian legend, a war story, a western, a traditional tale with a twist and a very funny, choose-your-own-adventure spoof." 1058 Act of faith "Gardiner, Kelly" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2011 9780732292805 7-9 "In 1960 England, Isabella is forced to flee her home when her father's strong opinions lead to take a stand against the army. She takes refuge in Amsterdam with an elderly printer, who is brave enough to print topics which stir religious intolerance. This results in a dangerous journey to help him escape certain death for his books." 18327 Action Jackson "Greenberg, Jan & Jordan, Sandra & Parker, Robert Andrew (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845073268 5-6 "In 1950, Jackson Pollock started to paint 'Lavender mist'. Through information and quotations, we get an insight into the life of an artist who dared to be different, his inspiration and thought processes and how he created his paintings." 47238 Action Tank "Barry, Mike" Mike Barry Was Here 2017 9780648054900 3-4 "Once upon a time there was a boy who opened his eyes...and noticed something. He was lost. So begins the first adventure of Action Tank. The boy soon discovers he is not the only one on this strange planet on which he has woken, and while some creatures are helpful and friendly, others are not. All the boy knows is he is late home for his carbonara dinner! Join the adventure as the boy braves the dreaded Snowgers Cave and a two million degree lake with his new friend, a talking horse man, as he attempts to find his way home for dinner. " 2803 Ada Twist scientist "Beaty, Andrea & Roberts, David (ill)" Abrams Books 2016 9781419721373 K-2 "Ada has a boundless imagination and is very, very curious. When her house fills with an horrific, toe-curling smell, Ada sets out to find the source. Not afraid of failure, she embarks on a fact-finding mission and conducts scientific experiments, all in the name of discovery. But, this time, Ada's experiments lead to even more stink and trouble." 29707 "Ada's violin: Story of the Recycled Orchestra of Paraguay, The" "Hood, Susan & Wern Comport, Sally (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2016 9781481430951 3-4 "Ada Rios grew up in Cateura, a small town in Paraguay built on a landfill. Her family were recyclers of trash. With little money, Ada's dream to play the violin was never possible. When music teacher, Favio Chavez, arrived, he wanted to give the children something special. He made instruments out of materials found in the trash, a crazy idea that would leave Ada and her town forever changed. Now, The Recycled Orchestra plays around the world, spreading their message of hope and innovation. Based on a true story." 11356 Adam Spencer's world of numbers "Spencer, Adam" Xoum Publishing 2015 9781921134869 7-9 "If you love numbers and like to laugh, then you'll enjoy finding out the crucial role that numbers play in our understanding of sport, space, computers, cooking, and a whole lot in between. This book decodes barcodes, explains why we say 'as sixes and sevens' when we're discombobulated, shows how many people you need in a room before there'll be a birthday in common, and why the number seventy is weird and what can be done about it. A whole lot more weird and wonderful stuff." 2175 Addis Berner Bear forgets "Stewart, Joel" Random House Children's Books 2008 9780552554343 K-2 "When Addis Berner Bear arrives in the big, confusing, loud and fast city, he forgets why he has come. Something amazing helps him remember." 5947 Adelaide's secret world "Hurst, Elise" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743313350 3-4 "In the midst of the city, Adelaide leads a quiet life. At night, she listens to the song of the stars. During the day, she watches over the others that are like her - the still ones, the quiet ones, and those who dance and dream alone. Little does Adelaide know that her secret world will soon be transformed into something unexpected and full of joy." 552 Advance Australia fair "McCormick, Peter Dodds (comp)" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780207185991 3-4 Classic Australian artworks add depth to the words of Advance Australia Fair. The first two verses are beautifully presented. 24410 "Adventures of a late-night swearer, The" "Hilton, Nette & Jellet, Tom (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780702236525 3-4 "Speedy Simpson is the absolute best at everything. But, Bebe La Mouche has a special talent with words that is going to take some beating. When Speedy stumbles upon a secret word, he is sure it will impress Bebe and his classmates. But, he soon discovers that there is more than one way to be the best." 2771 "Adventures of Alfie Onion, The" "French, Vivian & Kissi, Marta (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406363104 3-4 "Alfie Onion has just set off on a great adventure but only to carry his brother's luggage. It's his older brother, Magnifico Onion, who's destined to make his family's fortune. But, when it turns out that Magnifico isn't half the hero he's cracked up to be, it falls to Alfie to save the day, with a little help from his loyal dog, a talking horse and a couple of meddling magpies." 4104 "Adventures of Beekle the unimaginary friend, The" "Santat, Dan" "Little, Brown & Co" 2014 9780316199988 K-2 "On an island far away, an imaginary friend is born. He waits patiently for his turn to be chosen by a real child but, when he is overlooked time and again, he sets off on an incredible journey to the bustling city. There, he finally meets his perfect match and is given his special name, Beekle." 9617 "Adventures of Bert, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & Briggs, Raymond (ill)" Puffin UK 2002 9780140567540 K-2 Bert has all sorts of ridiculous adventures. He rescues a barking cardboard box from the river and is chased down the street by a giant sausage. Turn the page quietly so as not to wake Bert's baby. 112883 "Adventures of Edgar Remington the third, The" "Moreton, John & Denton, Terry (ill)" Working Title Press 2005 9781876288631 K-2 "Edgar Remington the Third has always wanted to sail to the other side of the world. He is now hopelessly lost because, in his eagerness to leave, he forgot his map and his compass." 31567 "Adventures of Egg Box Dragon, The" "Adams, Richard & Smith, Alex T. (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2017 9781444938401 K-2 "Emma is delighted when her home-made dragon magically comes to life! He is great at roaring. He is great at breathing fire. And best of all, he excellent at finding lost treasures. So when the Queen loses a diamond from her crown, there's only one dragon to call!" 2277 "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, The" "Twain, Mark" Oxford University Press 1999 9780192824417 7-9 "A classic story of slavery and a runaway boy's exploits. Huckleberry Finn had a tough life with his drunken father until an adventure with Tom Sawyer changed everything. When Huck's dad returns and kidnaps him, he must escape down the Mississippi River with a runaway slave, Jim. They face trouble at every turn, from floods and gunfights to armed bandits and the long arm of the law. Through it all, the friends stick together." 4446 "Adventures of Miss Petitfour, The" "Michaels, Anne & Block, Emma (ill)" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408868041 3-4 "Miss Petitfour enjoys having adventures that are just the right size. She's an expert at baking and eating fancy iced cakes, and her favourite mode of travel is par avion. On windy days, she takes her sixteen cats out for an airing. Join Miss Petitfour and her equally eccentric felines on five magical outings." 8922 "Adventures of Pete paddock-basher, The" "Heffernan, John" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781876289263 3-4 "Once Pete was a brand new car with flash tyres, sparkling chrome and more shine than the sun. Now he is a worn-out old farm car, a paddock-basher. Life on the farm can still be fun, but Pete dreams of greater things." Adventures of Riley series "Lumry, Amanda & Hurwitz, Laura (ill)" 3-4 Riley has lots of adventures that involve saving animals. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 71389 "Adventures of Robin Hood, The" "Green, Roger Lancelyn & Hall, Arthur (ill)" Puffin UK 2010 9780141329383 5-6 "Robin Hood, the legendary outlaw hero, and his band of Merry Men hide in Sherwood Forest and steal from the rich to save the poor. Robin must outwit his evil enemies, Guy of Gisbourne and the treacherous Sheriff of Nottingham." 14242 "Adventures of Robin Hood, The" "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2007 9781406311372 5-6 "Presented in comic strip and storyboard format, the eleven segments cover the origins of Robin Hood, the outlaws who became his Merry Men and his benefactors." 6682 "Adventures of Scarygirl, The" "Jurevicius, Nathan" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742372938 5-6 "Abandoned on a remote peninsula, Scarygirl is rescued by Blister, a large friendly octopus. Blister and Scarygirl become best friends. But no one knows where Scarygirl came from, or who she really is, and her dreams are full of strange and disturbing visions." 55890 "Adventures of Sherlock Holmes, The" "Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141034355 7-9 "Out of his smoke-filled rooms in Baker Street stalks a figure who causes criminals to quake in their boots and rush from their dens of iniquity. This collection of twelve mysteries reveals the clever mind of the brilliant consulting detective, Sherlock Holmes, as he works with his sidekick, Dr Watson." 2444 "Adventures of Sir Roderick the not-very brave, The" "O'Loghlin, James" Pan MacMillan 2014 9781742614038 7-9 "Roderick doesn't want to be a knight. When Queen Emily sends her knights on a grand quest, Sir Roderick wants to stay behind. Reluctantly, he ventures forth beyond the Forest of Gilderang (filled with fearsome creatures) to the Circle of Mountains, home to giant cockroaches. En route, he meets an invisible girl, a talking bear and the most famous sorcerer in the land." 41094 Adventures of Stunt Boy and his amazing wonder dog Blindfold "Barr, Lollie" Pan MacMillan 2014 9781742613673 5-6 "Everyone said his dad's motorbike crash was an accident but he doesn't believe them, not even for a second, and Stunt Boy is going to prove it. With his amazing wonder dog Blindfold and his best friend Benny, Stunt Boy has to find out who is trying to sabotage their Stoked Stunt Circus and stop them." 562 "Adventures of Tom Sawyer, The" "Twain, Mark & Peck, Richard (intr)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141321103 7-9 "On the banks of the Mississippi, Tom Sawyer and his friends seek out adventure at every turn. One fateful night, they witness a murder and the boys swear never to reveal their secret. They run away to be pirates and search for hidden treasure. But, Tom gets trapped in a cave with the murderer." 4447 "Adventures of Zack Proton and the red giant, The" "Anderson, Brian & Holgate, Doug (ill)" Aladdin Publishing 2006 9781416913641 3-4 "Intergalactic hero, Zack Proton, and Omega Chimp risk life and limb to save the universe from the evil Big Large. Find out how banana skins come in handy." 11738 Adventures with grandpa "Mastnak, Rosemary" Hardie Grant Egmont 2010 9781921690761 K-2 "On opening the door of his grandpa's shed, a young boy is transported into another world. And even better, his grandpa has the time to build and play with all the interesting stuff inside." 15201 Aesop's fables "Watson, Carol (reteller)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2003 9780746054086 3-4 "Some of Aesop's best-loved stories are retold simply in this easy-to-read, language-rich and delightfully illustrated book. The hare, tortoise, crow, ant, dove, fox, stork, mouse, dog and lion, all have lessons to teach us." 565 African critters "Haas, Robert B" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303173 5-6 "Stunning photographs and engaging stories provide a rare glimpse into the struggles for survival in the African wilderness. The book includes large critters such as the big cats, elephants and rhinoceros, and small critters such as the dung beetle." 55251 After "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742031125 7-9 "CJ was one of the popular, cool kids at his old school. Now, everything has changed. He is known as Callum, banished to the country to live with grandparents he has never met and who don't seem to want him there. Things are no better at school but worse still is the secret that Callum carries with him night and day." 8076 After January "Earls, Nick" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237652 7-9 "School is over for Alex Delaney and he's waiting for his tertiary offer which is only seventeen days away. The waiting is killing him. He's not expecting much from January, just bodysurfing and TV, but mainly waiting. So, he's not ready for the girl who cuts past him on a wave. January is about to change." 571050 After the lights go out "Wilkinson, Lili" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760297299 7-9 "What happens when the lights go off after what might truly be an end-of-the-world event? How do you stay alive? Who do you trust? How much do you have to sacrifice? Seventeen-year-old Pru Palmer lives with her twin sisters, Grace and Blythe, and their father, Rick, on the outskirts of an isolated mining community. The Palmers are doomsday preppers. They have a bunker filled with non-perishable food and a year's worth of water. One day while Rick is at the mine, the power goes out. At the Palmers' house, and in the town. All communication is cut. No one knows why. It doesn't take long for everything to unravel. In town, supplies run out and people get desperate. The sisters decide to keep their bunker a secret. The world is different; the rules are different. Survival is everything, and family comes first. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4809 Afterlight "Lim, Rebecca" Text Publishing Co 2015 9781925240498 7-9 "Since her parents died, Sophie Teague's life has fallen apart. She's just enrolled at a new high school, hoping for a fresh start. But, Eve, a beautiful ghost, starts making terrifying nightly appearances, wanting Sophie to be her hands, eyes and go-to girl to tie up loose ends. Dealing with the dead might just involve the greatest sacrifice of all. Dark, thrilling and unrelentingly eerie. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4908 Aftershock "Ashley, Bernard" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847800558 5-6 "Makis and his mother, Sofia, escape a devastating Greek earthquake, which took his father's life. London is a very different place and students tease him about his language and culture. Makis quickly earns a place in the school football team. Sofia, isolated by her grief and lack of English, sinks into depression. Makis has a brilliant idea to help her but competing loyalties mean that something has to give." 12278 Afterworlds "Westerfeld, Scott" Penguin 2014 9780143572046 7-9 "Darcy, a budding author, arrives in New York City, to live her dream life as a published author of a novel, 'Afterworlds'. Told in alternating chapters is Darcy's novel, a suspenseful thriller about Lizzie, a teen who slips into the 'Afterworld', a place between the living and the dead, to survive a terrorist attack. The stories intertwine and one reality becomes the other. A challenging read; usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 40567 Again "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2011 9780230745360 K-2 "It's nearly Cedric the dragon's bedtime. There's just time for his mum to read him his favourite book. Unfortunately for her, Cedric likes the story so much that he wants to hear it again and again and again, with incendiary consequences." 49311 Against the odds "Hof, Marjolijn & Prins, Johanna H (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375083 3-4 "Kiki's father is a doctor who travels to faraway war zones. She always worries about him and, to calm her, Kiki's mother explains her father's likelihood of return in terms of odds. When her father goes missing, Kiki decides she has to try and improve the odds of her father coming home, the only way she can." 4249 Against the tide "Savvides, Irini" ABC Books 2008 9780733322907 7-9 "Katie and Matt are champion ocean swimmers who love a challenge that will test their training and skills to the limit. Effi and Christie live in a different world which is intense, funny, often overheated and far removed from the beach. When these two worlds meet, in a blend of love and loss, violence and prejudice, only the strongest will succeed in swimming against the tide. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13779 Agatha and the dark "Pignataro, Anna" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760402075 K-2 "Agatha is scared of the dark and George is just making things worse. When Agatha is accidently locked in a dark room at kindergarten, her body trembles like jelly." Agatha Christie graphic novel series Various 7-9 "Agatha Christie's exciting murder mysteries brought to life in rich text, well-illustrated, large format graphic novels. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4263 Agent nomad: Deadly magic "Melki-Wegner, Skye" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143780403 5-6 "After their mission in London, Nomad, Riff, Phoenix and Orbit are back at HELIX, training to master their magic. But things have changed. Nomad's secret is out. Her peers know she is a Witness; a sorcerer with the rare ability to read others' magic. This causes ripples at HQ, especially when it means that Steel, the most popular cadet in her class, is no longer the centre of attention. But there are greater threats than new rivals. When the cadets are sent to New Zealand to investigate a top-secret case, they find themselves in more danger than they bargained for. With no one to trust and time running out, it's a race to stop the Inductors before they have enough power to destroy HELIX for good. " 12879 "Agent Nomad: Eleventh hour, The" "Melki-Wegner, Skye" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143780151 5-6 "Spies. Secrets. Sorcery. Natalie Palladino was a normal fifteen-year-old, at a normal school, about to face a normal maths test. Now her codename is Nomad, and she's training to become a secret agent for HELIX. No one can know that sorcery exists. No one can know that HELIX protects humanity from the Inductors. And no one can know that Nomad is a Witness, with a dangerous magical gift. The Inductors are hunting her. If they find her, they will kill her. But there's a traitor inside HELIX, and only a Witness can identify them. The problem is, Nomad hasn't mastered her powers. She can't levitate, fight or wield magic like her fellow recruits. If she's the only hope to stop a sorcerous bomb being detonated, the world is in trouble. The eleventh hour is coming . . . " Airborn series "Oppel, Kenneth" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 49473 Airman "Colfer, Eoin" Puffin UK 2008 9780141383354 7-9 "Conor Broekhart was born to fly. In an age when many dreamed of flying, it became his destiny. When a cruel and cunning betrayal destroys his family, Conor must win the race for flight to save his family and right a terrible wrong." 15510 Al Capone does my shirts "Choldenko, Gennifer" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747568988 7-9 "Moose Flanagan lives with his family on Alcatraz, a high security prison housing the notorious Al Capone, in the 1930s. His friend's plan to make money out of this backfires with serious consequences. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 58907 Al Capone shines my shoes "Choldenko, Gennifer" Bloomsbury 2009 9781408801550 7-9 "Matthew (Moose) Flanagan lives on the island of Alcatraz. His father is one of the guards. His older sister, Natalie, is autistic and, in an effort to protect her, Moose now owes prisoner 85, Al Capone, who has managed to secure her a place at a special school. The price Moose might have to pay reveals itself quite spectacularly." 9314 Aladdin and other tales from the Arabian nights "Kerven, Rosalind & Mistry, Nilesh (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 1998 9780789453891 5-6 "A retelling of the classic tales of the Arabian Nights, with beautiful illustrations and detailed historical information." 9411 Alan the alien "Hall, Penny" Koala Books 2002 9780864614179 3-4 A boy arrives on Clark's doorstep and says he is an exchange student but there is something not quite right. Alan Alyian is weird and he's full of surprises. 3154 Alaska "Saliba, Sue" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780143206118 7-9 "When Mia follows her sister halfway across the world to Alaska, she discovers that love can be found in the most unexpected and beautiful of places. Mia must find the courage to follow her heart in Alaska. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18319 Albert "Yamamoto, Lani" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845071110 K-2 "One rainy day, Albert contemplates life, the universe and everything. The author's creative use of language and simple line drawings capture the nature of change." 4584 Albert and little Henry "Alborough, Jez" Walker Books 2015 9781406357509 K-2 "Albert is not a little puppy any more, he's now a big dog. But, when his baby brother, Henry, comes along, something very strange happens. Albert begins to feel small." 9610 Albert Ironstain "Condon, Bill" Koala Books 2003 9780864615022 3-4 "Albert Ironstain invents a great robot, Elvis, to be his identical twin but this invention turns out to be a very mixed blessing. Elvis is inclined to misunderstand commands with hilarious results and starts to develop a will of his own." Alby and the cat series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5417 Alex and the watermelon boat "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781743310076 K-2 "It's been raining and raining. The river has burst its banks and the dam is overflowing. Mum told Alex not to go outside. But, just then, Rabbit hopped out the open window." Alex Rider graphic novels series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Alex Rider series "Horowitz, Anthony" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 785 Alexander Altmann A10567 "Zail, Suzy" Black Dog Books 2014 9781922179999 7-9 "Alexander is a Jewish boy during World War II and is being held in a camp. To survive, he toughens up and vows to make friends with nobody. He is given the job of caring for the soldiers' horses, where he is ordered to break in the commander's new horse, who is scared and damaged. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 580 "Alexander and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day" "Viorst, Judith & Cruz, Ray (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 1986 9780207153174 3-4 "Alexander woke up with chewing gum in his hair. When he got out of bed, he tripped on his skateboard and then dropped his jumper in the sink while the water was running. He knew it was going to be a terrible, horrible, no good, very bad day." 7274 Alexander the great: reckless conqueror "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2004 9781876372330 5-6 "Believing he was descended from Achilles and Hercules, Alexander set out to better their heroic deeds. For eight years, he led the Macedonians, mostly on foot, defeating huge armies and proving to be either a brilliant warrior or a ruthless invader." 12725 Alexander who used to be rich last Sunday "Viorst, Judith & Cruz, Ray (ill)" Aladdin Publishing 2005 9780689711992 3-4 Alexander's grandparents give him a dollar. He contemplates his new found wealth and how he will spend it. 9621 Alexander's outing "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1998 9780140554786 K-2 "'Stay close, take care', quacked Alexander's mother. But, Alexander is a wayward duckling. He straggles behind and disappears down a deep, dark hole." 22389 Alfie and the birthday surprise "Hughes, Shirley" Red Fox 2009 9781862307872 K-2 "Alfie's neighbour, Mr McNally, needs cheering up because his beloved cat has died. Birthday parties always make people happy so Alfie thinks a party just might help. And, there's an extra-special surprise for Mr McNally." 15062 Alfie wins a prize "Hughes, Shirley" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780370328249 3-4 "With all the nostalgia of a country fair, Alfie comes up with a winning painting and helps the losers to cope with their disappointment." 71921 Alfie's search for destiny "Hardy, David" Magabala Books 2013 9781922142115 3-4 "Confused about his destiny, Alfie sets off across the country to ask the animals for their advice, before returning home to discover the answer." 20616 Alfred's war "Bin Salleh, Rachel & Fry, Samantha (ill)" Magabala Books 2018 9781925360608 K-2 "Alfred was just a young man when he was injured and shipped home from France. Neither honoured as a returned soldier or offered government support afforded to non-Indigenous servicemen, Alfred took up a solitary life walking the back roads - billy tied to his swag, finding work where he could." 7510 Alice & Anatole "Childs, Sam" Simon & Schuster 2007 9781416904847 K-2 "Shy, lonely Alice meets a real friend, an anteater named Anatole. After some trials and tribulations, the friendship grows and endures." 4 Alice's adventures in Wonderland "Carroll, Lewis" Penguin 2003 9781904351832 5-6 "On an ordinary summer's afternoon, Alice tumbles down a hole and an extraordinary adventure begins. In a strange, fantasy world, with even stranger characters, Alice finds herself growing more and more curious by the minute." 9727 Alice's food A-Z "Zaslavsky, Alice" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781922179388 5-6 "Dip in and taste, in this edible adventure. Packed to the brim with funny food facts and clever cooking tips, as well as kid-friendly recipes, this book is ideal for the fact-hungry, the food-obsessed or those who just like to mess about in the kitchen." Alice-Miranda series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 24903 Alien Zoo...and you! The "Beck, Adrian & McKenzie, Heath" Affirm Press 2018 9781925475630 3-4 "Twins Ben and Jen inherit a secret alien zoo from their late grandfather. But, on their first day as alien zoo keepers they discover the zoo is in need of repairs, creatures are out of their cages, there's a VIP group on their way for a visit and the supercomputer is mucking up. " 1669 "Aliens are coming, The" "McNaughton, Colin" Walker Books 2008 9781406306453 3-4 "They come from planets near and far, some big, some small, some quite bizarre. Moving at the speed of light and looking for a fight, the aliens are coming to Earth to conquer the human race." 5 Aliens in the family "Mahy, Margaret" Scholastic US 1994 9780590448987 7-9 Jake helps her new step-sister and step-brother to protect an alien from another dimension. 7573 "Aliens, ghosts and vanishings: strange and possibly true Australian stories" "Tarakson, Stella & Morden, Richard (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925324969 7-9 "Have you heard these most bizarre tales from around Australia? Did a UFO drag a family's car off the road in the middle of the outback? How did rocks rain from the sky in WA? And what became of the prime minister who went into the surf and was never seen again? Explore the strangest tales, most incredible encounters and creepiest urban legends in Australia's history. Read about the investigations and weigh up the facts, do you believe the official explanations for these weird and wonderful events?" 7028 Alive in the death zone "Hall, Lincoln" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663372 5-6 "Mountaineer Lincoln Hall's miraculous story of climbing the world's highest mountain, being left for dead near the summit and then returning to life and safety. The world, including his family, had been told he was dead. Frostbite claimed Lincoln's fingers and toes and he lost nearly twenty kilograms. A story of courage and sheer determination." 9515 All aboard the toy train "Bradman, Tony (comp) & Cunliffe, Ian (ill)" Hodder & Stoughton 2001 9780750233170 3-4 "Poetry, playfully illustrated by Ian Cunliffe, that explores the joys and disappointments of toys - what children want as gifts, what they receive, what they grow tired of and what they break." 6 All about Anna and Harriet and Christopher and me "Hathorn, Libby" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780733611483 5-6 Disasters seem to happen when Anna goes to visit her cousins every Saturday. All about Australia series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15514 All about Jada "Mundine, Anthony & Luxton, Peter & Mundine, Danielle (ill)" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686003 5-6 "This is a photo diary of the life of young Jada, daughter of boxer Anthony Mundine, the author of this book. Jada's special connection to her famous father inspired a tattoo." 5631 "All about Korea: Stories, songs, crafts and games for kids" "Bowler, Ann Martin & Barg, Soosoonam (ill)" Tuttle Publishing 2011 9780804849388 3-4 "All About Korea is a great book for teaching children the finer aspects of Korean culture, their way of life and etiquette. This book includes favourite games, special holiday times and after school activities that are unique to Korea." 7016 All cats have asperger syndrome "Hoopmann, Kathy" Jessica Kingsley Publishers 2006 9781843104810 5-6 "The similarities between cat behaviour and human personality are explored. Using photographs, a sensitive comparison is drawn between the humorous behaviour of cats and the behaviour of children which may be indicative of Asperger's syndrome." 7 All creatures great and small "Herriot, James" St Martin's 1998 9780330250498 7-9 The life of an English country vet is revealed in the funny and sad situations that James Herriot finds on his rounds. 15292 All dressed up "Campbell, Margaret & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407825 3-4 "Gilly does not want to wear a frilly pink dress and be the flower girl at her cousin's wedding. Things just go from bad to worse, but, when your heart's in the right place and you give things your best shot, you can be a star in the most surprising ways." 113863 All fall down "Geason, Susan" Little Hare Books 2005 9781877003868 7-9 "Christobel, fourteen and heiress to a fortune, is bored and lonely until she decides to dress as a boy and rescue her servant's son who has been kidnapped. It becomes a dangerous game set in the crime and disease-ridden slums of The Rocks." 24809 All I want for Christmas is rain "Brooke, Cori & Forward, Megan (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2016 9781925059717 K-2 Christmas celebrations are threatened as drought takes hold. A little girl has only one Christmas wish. 8 All in the blue unclouded weather "Klein, Robin" Penguin 1992 9780140349825 7-9 "A collection of interlinked stories set in the late 1940s in an Australian country town which focus on the four young Melling sisters. Each story links the girls and their friends together in a variety of domestic events and problems. The stories present a nostalgic feel for the post-war years. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 21221 "All new must have orange 430, The" "Speechly, Michael" Penguin 2018 9780143788973 3-4 "Harvey owned a heap of stuff, but could always use more. The Orange 430 was the latest and the greatest. Harvey wasn't sure what it did, but he had to have it!" 22436 All set for the big wet "Foot, Mandy" Hachette Children's Books 2011 9780734411969 3-4 "The ants come scurrying one by one. Quickly, they're followed by swooping barn owls, trundling wombats, jumping kangaroos, striding brolgas and other favourite Australian animals, all in their race to get to the ark before the flood. " All stars netball series Various 5-6 Sporting series about all things netball. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 9321 All the questions you ever wanted to ask Adam Goodes "Williams, Jane & others" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064061 5-6 "Three children interview great Aussie Rules footballer and role model for indigenous kids, Adam Goodes, who plays for the Sydney Swans." 20811 All the way to WA: Our search for Uncle Kev "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781741758856 3-4 Uncle Kev is lost. He's looking for the rare Bearded Night Parrot and we're trying to find him. Join us on a trip across the Nullabor and all over Western Australia. 54640 All through the year "Godwin, Jane & Walker, Anna (ill)" Viking Children's 2010 9780670073993 K-2 "Month by month, we are taken on a journey through the Australian seasons as well as this girl's loves and family traditions. It's everything that's fun about being a child, all year round." 4203 All too much "Cotterill, Jo" Bloomsbury 2017 9781472934079 7-9 "Samira wants to do well, her parents want her to do well, her teachers want her to do well, but the pressure is starting to tell. Can her friends rescue her when it all gets too much? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9 All we know "French, Simon" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1987 9780207153594 7-9 "All Arkie knows is that things are changing, the vacant block of land is being built on and everyone is talking about going to high school." 67084 Allie Finkle's rules for girls: moving day "Cabot, Meg" MacMillan 2008 9780330453752 3-4 "Allie Finkle doesn't want to leave her pretty, pink bedroom in her lovely modern home and all her school friends to go and live a long way away in a creepy old house with a zombie in the attic. Fortunately, the rules she makes to live by, as well as being practical and very funny, also help her to make the best of things." 5699 Alma and how she got her name "Martinez-Neal, Juana" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763693558 K-2 "What is in a name? For one little girl, her very long name tells the vibrant story of where she came from and who she may one day be. If you ask her, Alma Sofia Esperanza Jose Pura Candela has way too many names. How did such a small person wind up with such a large name? Alma turns to Daddy for an answer and learns of Sofia, the grandmother who loved books and flowers. Esperanza, the great grandmother who longed to travel. Jose, the grandfather who was an artist and other namesakes, too. As she hears the story of her name, Alma starts to think it might be a perfect fit after all and realises that she will one day have her own story to tell. " 2281 Along the road to Gundagai "O'Hagan, Jack & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Omnibus Books 2014 9781862919792 5-6 The words of this familiar song Australian song have inspired the illustrations to tell the story of young soldiers away fighting in World War I. 569128 Alpacas with maracas "Cosgrove, Matt" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743816349 K-2 "Macca and pal Al are the best of friends and LOVE spending time together. When there is an opportunity to enter a talent contest, they just can't resist. But what will their act be? Will they shimmy and shake? Dance and prance? Whatever they choose it will surely be a performance to remember!" 43540 Alpha monsters "Kennett, Chris" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741697612 K-2 Journey through an amazing world of alphabet monsters to help A find his lost teddy. 15293 Alpha quest "Parish, Steve" Steve Parish Publishing Pty Ltd 2003 9781740214216 K-2 "An alphabet book about animals, to be shared. Beautifully illustrated with photographic collages." 35489 Alpha quest "Whatley, Bruce & Smith, Rosie (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781741690590 3-4 "Join the Alpha quest, a journey in search of treasure. Everyone is desperate to find the riches - Eagle and Emu, the Goldfish in Gliders, the Knight, the Pirate Pig, even the Violent Viking. But, only you can find the hidden pieces of the key to unlock the treasure." 7447 Alphabet Town "Evans, Bryan & Moon, Kimberly" New Frontier Publishing 2012 9781921928277 K-2 Poor Zero. Nobody took any notice of her because she didn't amount to anything. Then she net Spot the Dot. Together they discover Alphabet Town and learned that curiosity and imagination could change everything for the better. 18331 Alphabet wings "Kresner, Ilana M" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407603 K-2 A trip around the world finds an interesting landmark representing every letter of the alphabet. 13118 Alphabetical Sydney "Bell, Hilary & Presenti, Antonia (ill)" NewSouth Publishing 2013 9781742233703 K-2 "This is Sydney, the brightest and best of it, from the north to the south to the east and the west of it. Bats and cicadas, lawn bowls and the zoo. Let us share it with you." 114106 Always "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865044200 K-2 Oli's mamma explains how much she loves him in a way that he will understand. Her love is as magic as a starry night and more. 42 Amazing and bizarre - ten wonderfully weird stories "Matthews, Penny (comp)" Yearling 1992 9780440407058 7-9 "A collection of ten, strange stories, including one about a person who swam so much, he grew fins." 4911 Amazing animals of Australia's national parks "Newton, Gina. M." National Library of Australia 2017 9780642278883 5-6 "The animals of Australia are amazing. Find out what some of them look like and where you might see them. Whether you're on a trip to a national park or relaxing in a comfortable spot, you'll love dipping into this book. It includes 55 national parks and reserves and is full of up-to-date fascinating facts for more than 120 animal species, large and small." 15131 Amazing Australian mammals "Silkstone, Barry" Heinemann 2004 9781740701358 3-4 "One of the Amazing Australian series. An information book with interesting, simply presented facts and detailed photos of various Australian mammals. Maps, fact files and a glossary of words enhance the text." 570736 Amazing Australian women "Freeman, Pamela & Beer, Sophie (ill)" Lothian Books 2018 9780734418456 3-4 "In this book you'll meet twelve amazing Australian women who have changed the world, in small ways and large. Some of them are world famous, like Annette Kellerman and Nellie Melba. Some of them are famous in Australia, like Mary Reibey and Edith Cowan. And all of them deserve to be famous, and admired. They represent the warriors, artists, business owners, scientists, singers, politicians, actors, athletes, adventurers, activists and innovators of Australia. " 4269 Amazing Australians in their flying machines "Mason, Prue & Mason, Kerry & Jellet, Tom (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781922244635 3-4 "Amazing Australians in Their Flying Machines tells the stories of ten brave Australians who changed the face of aviation forever. These include Charles Kingsford Smith, John Flynn and Nancy Bird- the youngest licensed woman pilot. Up until these pioneers changed aviation in Australia, it could take days, weeks, or months, for everyday Australians to get to their destination in the early 20th Century. " 82967 "Amazing bike ride, The" "Nicholson, Lori & Emerson, David" Wombat Books 2010 9781921633126 5-6 "This is the real life account of the seemingly impossible ride from Tamworth to Port Macquarie which Lorin undertook as a sixteen year old school student. With his father as backup, Lorin rode his trusty, old mountain bike 275km across the Great Dividing Range in just three days and with less than ten per cent vision. " Amazing facts series "Parish, Steve & Cox, Karin" 7-9 "Full of factual information about Australia's past and present. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 21519 "Amazing Fleadini, The" "Miesen, Christina" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305866 3-4 "The Flea Circus is the best show that Matt has ever seen. He is really excited when the circus superstar, the Amazing Fleadini, wants to stay at his place. But, his guest isn't quite the fun that Matt expects him to be." 114273 "Amazing Maurice and his educated rodents, The" "Pratchett, Terry" Corgi Books 2004 9780552552028 7-9 "Maurice the cat and his friends, a motley group of rats, have gained super intelligence overnight and quickly start scamming human villages with a Pied Piper of Hamelin ruse." 78434 "Amazing mind of Alice Makin, The" "Shea, Alan" Chicken House 2008 9781904442325 7-9 Twelve year old Alice Makin is living in a tiny flat in post-war London where many people's homes have been destroyed. Reggie and the man he calls his grandfather come to live upstairs. Alice and Reggie become friends and realise that they share a special talent for making things that they think happen. This is not their only connection and as the story unfolds Alice learns about who she really is. 4796 "Amazing monster detectoscope, The " "Base, Graeme " Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780670079308 K-2 When our young canine hero buys his very own Amazing Monster Detectoscope he discovers his house is infested with more monsters than he bargained for - until he finds the courage to confront them. 1767 "Amazing Spencer Gray, The" "Fitzpatrick, Deb" Fremantle Press 2013 9781922089328 5-6 "Spencer Gray is twelve - finally old enough to join Dad in his glider. His mates are going to be so jealous. Going up is awesome, but when disaster strikes, Spencer will need to be nothing short of amazing." 15670 "Amazing story of Adolphus Tips, The" "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780439796613 5-6 "Set in wartime Devon, this is the diary of plucky young Lily Tregenza whose town is invaded by escaping evacuees and American soldiers. When Lily enlists the help of two young, black American soldiers to find her missing cat, there are surprising results." 23430 "Amber amulet, The" "Silvey, Craig" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379982 7-9 "Twelve-year-old Liam McKenzie patrols his suburban neighbourhood as the Masked Avenger - a superhero with powers so potent not even he can fully comprehend their extent. Along with his sidekick, Richie the Powerbeagle, he protects the people of Franklin Street from chaos, mayhem, evil and low tyre pressure - but can he save them from sadness?" 9508 Ambulance officer "Warbrick, Sarah" Harcourt Education Australia 1999 9781863916424 3-4 "An exploration of the role of ambulance officers in our community. Bright, photographic illustrations and simple clear text show the ambulance officer performing a range of typical work tasks." 4481 "Ambulance, ambulance" "Sutton, Sally & Lovelock, Brian (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925126303 K-2 "Bleep, bleep. Emergency! News just through: crash, crash, there's been a crash. Let's go, crew!" 4214 Amelia Dee and the peacock lamp "Hirsch, Odo" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741753011 5-6 "The large old house where Amelia, a young and talented writer lives, holds a secret that is linked to the origins of a rare brass lamp, decorated with animals and peacocks." 12040 Amelia Ellicott's garden "Stafford, Liliana & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Margaret Hamilton 2000 9781876289331 K-2 "Amelia Ellicott lives with her cat, Mustafah, in a fine, old house next to a block of flats. She is proud of her garden and her chickens. She has no one to share them with until one day a storm destroys it all and she finds the meaning of friendship." 22778 American born Chinese "Yang, Gene Luen" First Second 2006 9781596431522 7-9 "When Jin Wang starts at a new school, he's the only Chinese-American student. He just wants to be an all-American boy. Danny is popular and great at basketball but his obnoxious Chinese cousin's annual visits are a disaster, ruining his reputation at school. The Monkey King is the most powerful monkey on earth and his story is one of the greatest Chinese fables.These three apparently unrelated characters come together with an unexpected twist. Graphic novel. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2335 Amina: through my eyes "Powers, J L & White, Lyn (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743312490 5-6 "Amina lives with her family in Somalia, a country that has endured drought and civil war for decades. Amina's father is betrayed and arrested. His artwork is seen as 'un-Islamic' and Amina no longer knows who she can trust. Food is scarce, her mother is pregnant and her grandmother ill. Amina must find a way to survive." 21242 "Ammuchi Puchi, The" "Manivannan, Sharanya & Canzi, Nerina (ill)" Lantana Publishing 2016 9781911373025 3-4 "Aditya and Anjali love listening to their grandmother's stories, especially the scary one about a ghost in the tree. The night their grandmother dies her stories lose their meaning until something happens that is more mysterious and magical than any story. Could their grandmother still be with them?" 9267 "Among ants, between bees" "McFarlane, Peter" Pan MacMillan 1998 9780732948412 7-9 An anthology covering a wide range of human experiences. 4601 "Among believers: Pictorial journey, A" "Osborne, Christine" World religions photo library 2016 9780992324018 7-9 "Among Believers explores the richness and diversity of the world's mainstream religions: Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism and Sikhism. More than 350 remarkable photographs document worship and the rites of passage rooted in a country's culture, religious festivals, feasts and fasts, meditation, education, sacred foods and places of pilgrimage." 514 Amy and Louis "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865049359 K-2 "Amy and Louis are best friends who call Cooee across the play area to each other. When Amy's family moves across the world, Louis wonders whether she will still hear his call." 11902 Amy and the Wilpena flood "Bouma, Claudia" Wombat Books 2013 9781921632358 3-4 "Amy and her friends take an exciting time travel adventure with the help of a rainbow necklace. After finding a map of South Australia with a mysterious location, the necklace takes them to Wilpena Pound in the early 1900s. Here they meet Jessie Hill, whose family is threatened by a disastrous flood. The girls learn about courage and the value of true friendship." 5126 Anastasia on her own "Lowry, Lois" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1998 9780440402916 5-6 "When Anastasia and her father are left on their own, they find out just how hard housekeeping really is." 8316 Ancestry: Stories of multicultural ANZACS "Siers, Robyn & Walker, Carlie" Dept of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial 2015 9780992583927 7-9 "Australians from a wide range of cultural backgrounds served together during the First World War. They wore the same uniform and experienced the same conditions and hardships. For many, wartime service gave them the equality that was not available in Australian society, either before or after the war. These stories about multicultural ANZACS draw on the Australian War Memorial's diverse collection, and include private records, photographs, works of art and relics." Ancient and Medieval people series "Park, Louise & Love, Timothy" 5-6 Profiles some of the most fearsome warriors in history. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. See Series lists for individual titles. 14223 Ancient Egypt: tales of gods and pharaohs "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2011 9781406326680 5-6 "Full of mystery and adventure, the stories of the Egyptian pharaohs and their ancient gods are steeped in thousands of years of history. includes nine stories of Ancient Egypt, retold in comic strip style." 36587 Ancient Greek adventure "Royston, Angela" A & C Black 2010 9781408126950 3-4 "Through the eyes of a young Egyptian slave, discover what life was like in Ancient Greece during the Great Dionysian Festival." 10 Ancient Rome: a guide to the glory of imperial Rome "Stroud, Jonathan" Larouse Kingfisher Chambers 2000 9780753452356 5-6 An illustrated guide to the wonders of the civilisation of Ancient Rome. 57774 And Tango makes three "Richardson, Justin & Parnell, Peter" Simon & Schuster 2005 9780689878459 3-4 "At New York City's Central Park Zoo, two male penguins fall in love and start a family by taking turns to sit on an abandoned egg until it hatches." 3018 And the band played Waltzing Matilda "Bogle, Eric & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743317051 7-9 "Eric Bogle's famous but depressing anti-war song about the Battle of Gallipoli was written in 1971, inspired by the Vietnam War and the lukewarm response of the Australian public to the returning soldiers. It explores the futility of war with haunting power. The accompanying illustrations are graphic and certainly do not glorify war. A timely story for every generation." 14592 And then Alborozo Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846436956 K-2 "It's hard being an older sister when everybody is admiring your newly born, younger brother. It's particularly hard when it's happening on your birthday, especially when that younger brother is noisy, smelly and slimy, just like a tiny squid." 3345 Anders and the comet "Mackay, Gregory" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760111151 3-4 "Meet Anders, Eden and their new friend, Bernie. It's the school holidays and there are comics to be made, games to be played, ice-cream to be eaten, and rhinos to impress at Wekiwa water park. When Anders and his friends meet the Green Grabber, things take on a whole new twist, leading Anders to a wonderful pet and wild adventures in the sky." 31010 Anders and the volcano "Mackay, Gregory" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290030 3-4 "Now that school is finished, Anders and his friends, Bernie and Eden, are looking forward to their holidays at Camp Canvas at Mount Tremble. They make new friends and discover new things about themselves. That's lucky, as they'll need everything they've got when Mount Tremble, an extinct volcano, starts to rumble." Andy Roid series "Arena, Felice" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14326 Andy Shane and the very bossy Dolores Starbuckle "Richard Jacobson, Jennifer & Carter, Abby (ill)" Candlewick Press 2006 9780763630447 3-4 Andy Shane doesn't like school or Dolores Starbuckle in particular. She is the class know-it-all who bosses him around. Luckily Andy has a very wise and understanding grandmother who teaches Dolores a lesson. 27818 Andy Webb: Artist "Coote, Maree" Melbournestyle 2017 9780992491758 3-4 "Andy Web studied Art at the National Gallery. It was his dream to exhibit there one day. How will he ever achieve his dream? Join Andy, the original artist-in-residence, as he gets up close and personal with the great masters to learn all he can about art. " 70363 Angel creek "Rippin, Sally" Text Publishing Co 2011 9781921758058 5-6 "There are only two things that Jelly likes about the new house on Rosemary Street, the old apricot tree and the creek over the back fence. One night, Jelly and her cousins spot something in the creek's dark waters. At first, they think it's a bird but it's a baby angel with a broken wing. Jelly decides to keep it. But, she soon discovers that you can't just take something from where it belongs and expect that it won't be missed." 2855 Angel fish "Wilkinson, Lili" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030463 5-6 "Historical novel based on the medieval Children's Crusades. Stefan, a charismatic, religious leader, has convinced Gabriel that only children will be able to liberate the Holy Land from the Infidel. Together, they raise an army and make the arduous journey over the Alps. The power of Stefan's promises dim as they suffer many misadventures." 53254 Angel of Kokoda "Wilson, Mark" Hachette Children's Books 2010 9780734411280 7-9 "Kari knows a lot about his jungle home but he doesn't know why there is fighting in the village of Kokoda. When Kari finds a wounded Australian soldier, he knows he cannot leave him. They must retreat along the Kokoda Track with the enemy following." 12 "Angel with a mouth-organ, The" "Mattingley, Christobel & Lacis, Astra (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1985 9780340384442 5-6 Two children listen to their mother's memories of wartime. 13 Angela and Diabola "Banks, Lynne Reid" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1998 9780006753001 7-9 "Angela is the angelic twin and Diabola is the opposite, a pair of twins who can drive their normal parents, the Cuthbertson-Joneses, to distraction. Angela is perfect but, that Diabola, she could just be wicked or she may be a genius." 15295 Angelina at the fair "Holabird, Katharine & Craig, Helen (ill)" Puffin UK 2001 9780140568639 K-2 "Angelina wants to go to the fair but she has to take her little cousin, Henry. The day is filled with adventures and surprises." 15296 Angelina ballerina "Holabird, Katharine & Craig, Helen (ill)" ABC Books 2003 9780733312618 K-2 Angelina wants to be a dancer. Her parents buy her a tutu and a pair of ballet slippers and she works very hard to become the best dancer she can be. 12266 Angelina ballerina's invitation to the ballet "Holabird, Katharine" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2003 9780670913329 K-2 Imagine Angelina's delight when she wins two tickets to the gala performance of Cindermouse. Her excitement turns to disappointment as friend after friend has received an invitation to something else that day. Envelopes open to reveal letters. 15297 Angelina's ballet class "Holabird, Katharine & Kanner, Catherine (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2001 9780140569117 K-2 "Angelina loves to dance. Every week, she goes to Miss Lily's ballet class to learn some new steps." 507 Angelina's halloween "Holabird, Katharine & Craig, Helen (ill)" Puffin UK 2002 9780140568707 K-2 Angelina and Alice are into Halloween and make firefly costumes. They have an adventurous time. 15298 "Angelina, star of the show" "Holabird, Katharine & Craig, Helen (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2004 9780140569759 K-2 Angelina is thrilled to be travelling to the Mouseland Dance Festival on her grandparent's canal boat. She wants to practise her new dance all the way there so that she can be the star of the show but her grandparents need all hands on deck. 17550 Angelmonster "Bennett, Veronica" Walker Books 2005 9780744559866 7-9 "Mary and her sister, Jane, always longed to be carried off by a handsome poet. The reality of life with Percy Shelley and Lord Byron is a combination of romance and tragedy. Adult themes around their liberated behaviour may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 627 Angelo "Macaulay, David" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842708422 3-4 "High above the rooftops of Rome, Angelo begins his work restoring the facade of a once glorious church. When he finds an injured pigeon, Angelo nurses it back to health and they become good friends. Angelo is worried about what will happen to the pigeon when he dies and comes up with a plan to make sure the pigeon is safe." 12220 Angry Arthur "Oram, Hiawyn & Kitamura, Satoshi" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9780099196617 K-2 "A boy called Arthur wanted to stay up and watch television but his mother wouldn't let him. Arthur decided to get angry, very, very angry. All the stages of a tantrum are captured in this picture book as Arthur wreaks havoc, causing lightning to strike and wind to blow." 5234 Anila's journey "Finn, Mary" Walker Books 2008 9781406306590 7-9 "Menace and mystery lie in wait for Anila Tandy who secures a job drawing birds for an English naturalist, travelling on a river boat up the Ganges River. Anila will use this journey to search for her father, missing for years and presumed dead. Anila must test herself in the man's world of India, in the late 1700s. " 11265 Animal architects "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865089553 5-6 "An illustrated, factual book about shells, nests, mounds, bowers, galleries, dens and lodges. These are homes that animals around the world build to shelter themselves and their young." 51909 Animal babies "Mack, Lorrie & Smith, Penny" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405352666 3-4 "Wherever they live, baby animals do many of the same things that human babies do. They play, eat, sleep and find adventure. From the biggest baby animals to the smallest, you'll find out how long different animals stay with their parents, how they find food and the sorts of things they do." Animal babies series Various K-2 "Lovely introduction to baby animals living in a variety of environments. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4757 Animal eco-warriors "Gill, Nic" CSIRO 2017 9781486306213 5-6 "Meet the super dogs, hero rats and cyborg bees keeping our environment safe. Come on an action-packed adventure with an amazing mob of animal eco-warriors as they use their special talents to help solve our planet's environmental problems! From the nosy noses of biosecurity beagles at airports to rats learning to sniff out landmines in war-torn landscapes, animals are using their unique abilities to help make the world a better and safer place. With fantastic colour photos of animal eco-warriors at work, this book is full of fun facts on how animals are helping humanity work towards a more sustainable future. There are also plenty of tips on how you can make a difference to the planet. Join the animals eco-warrior team today! " 14 Animal farm "Orwell, George" Penguin 2004 9780141187389 7-9 "A classic allegory in which the animals take over Manor Farm from their drunken master and all seems to be perfect as everyone is equal under the Seven Commandments. Circumstances change as the pigs become more equal than the others. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 5318 Animal heroes "Hill, Anthony" Penguin 2005 9780143003809 7-9 "Short stories about animals involved in Australian armed conflicts, from WWI to more recent times. The animals display bravery under fire, mateship and loyalty, the same attributes shown by the ANZACs." Animal Rescue series "French, Jackie" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3734 AniMalcolm "Baddiel, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008185152 5-6 "Malcolm doesn't like animals. Which is a problem because his family loves them. Their house is full of pets. What the house is not full of is stuff Malcolm likes. Such as the laptop he wanted for his birthday. The only bright spot on the horizon is the Year 6 school trip, to...oh no! A farm! Over the next few days, Malcolm changes. He learns what it's really like to be an animal. A whole series of animals, in fact. It does make him think differently. And speak differently. And, um, smell differently. But will he end up the same as before?" 640 Animalia "Base, Graeme" Puffin Australia 1990 9780140541120 3-4 This stunning book of illustrations from A to Z has hidden puzzles and ideas that fascinate all ages. 7000 Animalium "Broom, Jenny & Scott, Katie (ill)" Templar Publishing 2014 9781783700608 5-6 "Welcome to the virtual museum. Wander the six galleries, which present the animal kingdom - Invertebrates, Fish, Amphibians, Reptiles, Birds and Mammals. Each chapter features a different branch of the tree of life, from the simple sponge to the enormous elephant." 8730 Animals at war "George, Isabel & Jones, Rob Lloyd" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746077016 5-6 "A collection of true stories about animals that have been involved in war. The book looks at how horses, dogs, birds and other animals have contributed to war efforts. Moving stories and great photos to match." 15193 "Animals of Farmer Jones, The" "Scarry, Richard" Golden Books Publishing 2004 9780375827181 K-2 "It's suppertime on the farm and all the animals are hungry. But, Farmer Jones is nowhere to be found." 7690 Animals Robert Scott saw: an adventure in Antarctica "Markle, Sandra" Chronicle Books 2008 9780811849180 7-9 "In 1901, Robert Scott made his first trip to Antarctica. This is the incredible story of Scott's adventures and the animals he saw along the way." 9533 Animals scare me stiff "Cole, Babette" Red Fox 2003 9780099404972 3-4 "Tom is very scared of animals. He imagines being eaten by a dog, squeezed to death by a snake, spiders crawling up his nose and birds pecking off his ears. But, Tom has the scariest secret weapon of all." 8791 Animals: on the world's rare and endangered species "Fleming, Garry" Brolly Books 2006 9781877035753 3-4 Many of the world's beautiful animals are now in danger of extinction. In this book Garry Fleming captures the unique beauty of some of these animals and provides information about the animals and their plight. 1011 Animasaurus: Incredible animals that roamed the Earth "Turner, Tracey & Russell, Harriet (ill)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408884850 5-6 "From gigantic sharks to giant sloths, meet the beasts of the past. Find out about the fascinating prehistoric creatures that once walked, swam and hunted our planet. Compare these with living animals, to discover creatures from throughout Earth's history." Animorphs series "Applegate, K A" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 11352 Anna and the swallow man "Savit, Gavriel" Corgi Books 2016 9780552575270 7-9 "On 6 November 1939, Anna's father had to go away for a few hours. He left shortly after eleven o'clock and did not come back again. Seven year old Anna is locked out of the apartment and alone. She is hungry and scared, and unsure who she can trust or who she can turn to. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15 Anna the goanna and other poems "McDougall, Jill & Taylor, Jenny (ill)" Aboriginal Studies Press 2000 9780855753443 7-9 "A colourful, engaging picture book containing a collection of poems about living in an Aboriginal community." 37720 Annabel's dance "Jackson Hill, Diane & Bury, Lois (ill)" Wombat Books 2016 9781925139358 K-2 "Annabel is no ordinary sheep. She's wiggly and jiggly, loud noises hurt her ears and, no matter how hard she tries, she just can't fit in with the mob. And, she definitely does not want to be shorn. Until one day, her super sensitive style brings her unexpected attention. " 90623 Anne Frank "Poole, J & Barrett, A (ill)" Red Fox 2007 9780099409762 7-9 Anne Frank is a young Jewish girl in Germany when Adolf Hitler rose to power and began his program to eradicate Jewish people. Anne and her family are forced to take refuge in a small annexe for two years. Anne of Green Gables series "Montgomery, L M" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14992 Annie Rose is my little sister "Hughes, Shirley" Red Fox 2003 9780099408567 K-2 "Annie Rose is a typical baby sister. Her big brother, Alfie, tells us all about Annie Rose. His love shines through even when Annie Rose is very annoying." 5641 Annie to the rescue "Niland, Deborah" Penguin 2007 9780670070817 K-2 Annie is very brave so when Callisto becomes stuck in a tree Annie attempts to rescue her but ends up needing to be rescued herself. 18320 Annie's chair "Niland, Deborah" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2005 9780670042494 K-2 "Annie doesn't allow anyone else to sit in her chair. When Benny curls up on the chair and refuses to move, Annie faces a dilemma." 6804 Annie's snails "Wolfer, Dianne" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781921720635 3-4 "Annie loves her pet snails. They have adventures together and she makes them a special home in an ice-cream container, where they should be very happy." 7293 Anno's counting book "Anno, Mitsumasa" HarperTrophy 1977 9780064431231 K-2 "Counting through the seasons with beautiful, double-page illustrations. A perfect book to share." 7119 Anno's magic seeds "Anno, Mitsumasa" PaperStar books (Penguin Putnam) 1999 9780698116184 K-2 "A gift from a wizard makes Jack's fortune grow and grow by ones, twos, threes and more. An enchanting counting book with a moral." 6439 Another important book "Wise Brown, Margaret & Raschka, Chris" HarperCollins Australia 1999 9780064437851 K-2 "All the things that children can do, as they grow and learn between the ages of one to six, are celebrated in poetry." 19375 Another night in Mullet Town "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702253959 7-9 "Life for Jonah and Manx means fishing for mullet at the lake, watching their school mates party on Friday night and wishing they had the courage to talk to Ella and Rachel. But, their lakeside town is being sold off and, now, life doesn't seem so simple. Manx holds a grudge against the wealthy blow-ins from the city and Jonah just wants his parents to stop arguing. One memorable night at the lake will change everything. A verse novel." 1936 "Ant and the big bad bully goat, The" "Fusek Peters, Andrew & Wadham, Anna (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2007 9781846430794 K-2 "When Bully Goat takes over Badger's house, Badger needs help to move him out. He asks his biggest and bravest friends for help but they all make excuses. Finally, help arrives from an unexpected quarter and Badger realises that size isn't everything." 1810 "Ant colony, The" "Valentine, Jenny" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2009 9780007283590 7-9 "A strange assortment of misfits and losers live at number 33. Runaway Sam has disappeared there, Bohemia's mum is between boyfriends again and Old Isabel acts like she owns the place. The owner, Sleezy Steve, is always trying to squeeze in one more tenant. Maybe their concern for Bohemia, the most caring of them all, can teach these people to care. Strong language used in context and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 112264 Antarctic close-up "Edwards, Hazel & Parkee, Meegan (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2007 9781876944544 3-4 John finds himself caught up in an Antarctic adventure that happened in 1911 when he travels back in time using one of his inventions. A chance to discover the Antarctic through the writing of someone who has been there. 17 Antarctica "McDonald, Kellie" Reed Library 1996 9781863910491 5-6 This book contains a vast amount of information about the environment and life in Antarctica. 82528 "Antarctica book: living in the freezer, The" "Norman, Mark Dr" Black Dog Books 2007 9781921167867 5-6 "Antarctica is at the bottom of our planet and the coldest place on earth. Find out about the animals that live there and how these clever creatures survive. Includes detailed information, beautiful colour photos and a scale to measure each animal against humans." Antarctica series "Reid, Greg" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 14507 Antarctica: the heart of the world "Tulloch, Coral" ABC Books 2006 9780733312304 5-6 "Take a journey to Antarctica with this comprehensive and highly illustrated guide. Learn about Antarctica's unique geography, its rare beauty, the captivating animal and plant life, human exploration and scientific research. Discover what it's like to live in an Antarctic station and how to survive on the ice." 9561 Anthology for the earth "Allen, Judy (ed)" Candlewick Press 1998 9780763603014 3-4 "A collection of writings by people of many cultures and countries, including Sir David Attenborough, a Kapayo Indian chief and an eleven year old boy. All talk of the need to treat the earth with care to preserve it for future generations." 115582 Anthony Browne's King Kong "Browne, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780552553841 3-4 "This the traditional story of King Kong, brought to life with Browne's wonderful and unique illustrations of the apes. It is a very moving and exciting retelling of the story." 29426 Anton can do magic "Konnecke, Ole" Gecko Press 2010 9781877467639 3-4 "Anton has a magic hat. A real one. He wants to do some magic and make things disappear. Anton tries to make a tree vanish but it's too big. But, when he is successful in making someone disappear, Anton desperately wants him to come back." 15037 Anton rocks on "Metzenthen, David" Penguin 2004 9780143301400 5-6 "Anton might only be little in stature but he has a great talent. By the time he reaches high school, Anton has heard all the size jokes. His resourcefulness and music save the day and the Rock Eisteddfod." 18 Antonio S and the mystery of Theodore Guzman "Hirsch, Odo" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864484090 7-9 "Antonio lives with his parents in the tower of an old house. In the same area lives a recluse actor called Theodore Guzman. Antonio draws him out by presenting a play. In turn, Guzman leads Antonio into the magical world of theatre." 18850 Any questions "Gay, Marie-Louise" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781760113179 3-4 "An author and some very curious children, with lots of questions, collaborate to write and illustrate a story. The kids become part of the story and let their imaginations run wild, becoming inspired to create tales of their own. Find out how brilliant ideas creep up on you when you least expect it and how words sometimes float out of nowhere, asking to be written." 59878 Anzac biscuits "Cummings, Phil & Swan, Owen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742833460 K-2 "A young father is away at war, his wife and daughter waiting at home, sometimes making Anzac biscuits. Life at war is grey and cold, but opening the tin of biscuits from home brings comfort." 26566 ANZAC heroes "Gill, Maria & Ivancic, Marco (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 2016 9781775433637 5-6 "From nurse and pilot to soldier and spy, find out about thirty ANZAC heroes, who risked everything, left everything and lost everything as they participated in World Wars l and ll." 7706 "Anzac puppy, The" "Millett, Peter & Bowles, Trish" Scholastic New Zealand 2014 9781775430971 3-4 "Freda was the loyal, good-luck mascot of a brave young soldier, battling explosions on the Western Front." 46921 ANZAC sons: Five brothers on the Western Front "Marlow Paterson, Allison " Big Sky Publishing 2015 9781925275148 5-6 "The Great War was a senseless tragedy that brought sorrow to families all over the world. This is the story five brothers who served, compiled from over five hundred letters and postcards, written from the battle front. From the training grounds of Victoria, Egypt and England, to the Western Front battlefields, this compelling, true story was compiled by the granddaughter of a surviving brother. This is a story of mateship, bravery and sacrifice, and a heartbreaking account of a family torn apart by war." 46892 "Anzac tale, An" "Starke, Ruth & Holfeld, Greg (ill)" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504532 7-9 "What the friends first thought would be an adventure soon turns to disaster. The day after landing at Anzac Cove on 25 April 1915, more than 2000 Anzacs are dead. As the campaign drags on, life for Wally and Roy becomes a battle of endurance against a plucky enemy, a hostile landscape, flies, fleas, cold and disease." 4158 "Anzac tree, The" "Booth, Christina" Omnibus Books 2017 9781760154226 3-4 "In 1916, two brothers planted two trees on their farm. They then headed far away to France to fight in the Great War. The Anzac tree tells the story of a century of Australian generations who went to war, and the story of those who were left behind." 20 "Anzacs at Gallipoli: a story for Anzac Day, The" "Pugsley, Chris & Lockyer, John" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734400703 7-9 "A simply written, moving account of Australian and New Zealand soldiers' dramatic experiences at Gallipoli, which includes extracts from their letters and diaries, along with graphic photographs. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 88054 Apache: girl warrior "Landman, Tanya" Walker Books 2007 9781406303315 7-9 "Siki rises to the rare position of girl-warrior in an Apache tribe. She witnesses the horrors of the Indian wars against the Mexicans and the invading White Eyes. A sometimes violent and very honest story of courage, integrity, betrayal, love, hope and despair as Siki struggles to belong and learns the truth of her own story. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 17116 Aphrodite Alexandra "Bouras, Gillian & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" 2007 9780734409966 3-4 Aphrodite Alexandra is named after both her grandmothers who grew up in different countries and don't want anything to do with each other at all. Aphrodite Alexandra visits both grandmothers often and loves the stories they tell her about their childhoods. She realises they both have more in common than they think. 22012 Apollo "Winch, Gordon & Pym, Stephen (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2012 9781921928284 K-2 "Apollo the Powerful Owl decides to change his diet, but when he does his tummy growls and grumbles and rumbles and tumbles, and he feels sick and weak. Wilfred the Wise Old Owl gives him some sensible advice. " 21 "Apostle bird, The" "Disher, Garry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780733605253 7-9 "Set in the Western Australian goldfields in the 1930s, Neil describes the sometimes violent life on the diggings. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13872 "Apple tart of hope, The" "Fitzgerald, Sarah Moore" Orion 2014 9781444011159 7-9 "Oscar Dunleavy, who used to make the world's most perfect apple tarts, is missing, presumed dead. No one seems too surprised, except for Meg, his best friend, and his little brother Stevie. Surrounded by grief and confusion, Meg and Stevie are determined to find out what happened to Oscar, and together they learn about loyalty and friendship and the power of never giving up hope. " 5114 Applesauce and the Christmas miracle "Millard, Glenda & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733322495 K-2 "Applesauce, the pig, learns the true meaning of Christmas coming from the heart. The Shepherd family from up the road and all the aunts bearing gifts arrive at the shed dwelling of Joe and Marigold, who have lost their home in a bushfire. This story parallels the biblical story of the first Christmas." 4016 Applesauce weather "Frost, Helen & Bates, Amy June (ill)" Candlewick Press 2016 9780763675769 5-6 "When the first apple falls from the tree, siblings Faith and Peter know that it is applesauce weather. And that means that Uncle Arthur should be here. It seems like he needs a little more time to grieve. This is the first year without Aunt Lucy after all. This is a heartfelt tale about the strength and love of family and the power of a good story. " 15481 "Apprentice witch, The" "Nicol, James" Chicken House 2016 9781910655153 5-6 "Arianwyn fails her witch's assessment. To the delight of her arch-rival, Gimma, Arianwyn is awarded the dull bronze disc of an apprentice and, in disgrace, sent to protect the remote, dreary town of Lull. But, Arianwyn's new life is far from boring. Dark spirits and strange creatures creep out of the wood. And just as Arianwynn starts to get her feet under her, shadows start to creep into her own magic." 61213 "April Underhill, tooth fairy" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781406321555 3-4 "April and Esme Underhill have never collected a tooth before. Mum and Dad have always done it but, tonight, it's their turn. So, equipped with a bag, a coin and a mobile phone, the sisters head for Daniel Dangerfield's house, and a very unusual first tooth visit." 42514 Aquatica: a beginner's field guide "Balchin, Lance" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760404147 5-6 "Welcome to future Earth. Despite repeated warnings, the environment has become polluted to such an extent that many areas of the globe have become uninhabitable and wildlife is now extinct. From the ashes, a new style of 'wildlife' is created. Wildlife that will not remain harnessed by humankind. " 9571 Arabella "Orr, Wendy & Gamble, Kim (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2000 9780207199042 3-4 "Matthew and his grandfather sail to his grandfather's island. They discover the love that can exist between a child and his grandfather, the beauty and ferocity of the sea and the joy and exhilaration of sailing, even in a wheelchair." 12840 Aranea "Wagner, Jenny & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Puffin UK 1979 9780140502749 K-2 Aranea is a patient little spider who leads a determined struggle to reach safety and survive. She continually searches for a haven where she can rebuild her web. 29828 Archie and the Bear "Louise, Zanni & Mackintosh, David (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127510 K-2 "Archie has something to say, but no one is listening. So Archie leaves home... and discovers someone else with something to say. And because they both know how that feels, they both listen.This is a quirky story about being who you are (even when you're not)." 21638 Archie Cupid and Lizzie Imp "England, Kathryn & Sheehan, Peter (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302049 5-6 Archie Cupid is a perfect angel. Lizzie Imp is just perfectly naughty. They don't like each other until Archie's arrow and Lizzie's spitball miss their targets and everything changes. 7536 Archie Greene and the magician's secret "Everest, D D" Faber & Faber 2014 9780571309054 5-6 "On his twelfth birthday, Archie Greene receives a mysterious present, an old book, written in a language he doesn't recognise. It comes with a Summoning - Archie must travel to Oxford to return the book to the Secret Library. But, the magical book under Archie's protection is dangerous, and dark spirits hunt it out. In this magical world, bookshelves are enchanted, librarians are sorcerers and spells come to life." 7083 Archie's letter: an Anzac Day story "Flanagan, Martin & Walters, Ainsley (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2011 9780980794878 5-6 "The story of an ordinary man who went to fight in World War II. It tells how he dealt with his wartime experiences, how, at the age of ninety one, he agreed to meet a group of elderly Japanese women interested in world peace, and how he could never forget the young men who were with him during the war and who didn't come back." 10056 Archie's war "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2007 9781406304275 7-9 Archie's first hand experience of being in London during the Great War of 1914-1918 is told through his scrapbook. 3794 Are these your glasses? "McCormack, Gavin & Cooper, Jennifer (ill)" Padmelon Press 2016 9781876138462 K-2 "Sergio is a penguin who lives with his father in a small house by the ocean. At school, he doesn't have many friends, because he is different to the other children. With his father as a guide, he learns some valuable lessons as he grows up. These lessons help him to show great determination and strength as he tries to find true friendship." 45647 Are trees alive "Miller, Debbie S" A & C Black 2012 9781408173893 5-6 "Although trees are plants and humans are animals, we have many similar characteristics. This book describes those characteristics, and celebrates some of the magnificent trees that grow on our planet, along with the diversity of life that surrounds them." 15132 Are we there yet "Lester, Alison" Penguin 2004 9780670880676 3-4 "Join Grace and her family on their adventurous and, sometimes, funny expedition around Australia. A warm, heartfelt story based on an actual journey undertaken by the award-winning author and illustrator, Alison Lester." 20582 Are we there yet "Santat, Dan" Lothian Books 2016 9780316199995 K-2 "Let's face it, everyone knows that car rides can be boring. And, when things get boring, time slows down. On a trip to his grandma's house, a young boy feels time slowing down so much that it starts going backwards, into the time of pirates, princesses and dinosaurs." 9951 Are you an art sleuth "DiGiovanni Evans, Brooke " Quarto Group 2016 9781631591310 3-4 "Have a close look at twenty-one famous paintings and discover how each artist uses colour, techniques and secrets to delight you. Be an art sleuth and find items and details in each painting that, at first glance, might not be so obvious." 568095 Are you my bottom? "Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Ghosh, Ronojoy (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760631642 K-2 "Something is missing. I'm not sure what. Oh dear; I know it. I've lost my BOT! When I went to sleep, it was definitely here. But today, I wake up and I have NO REAR! Small Panda has lost his bottom. It was there when he went to sleep but now it has disappeared. He searches high and low, and finds stripy bums, pink butts, feathery derrieres. 'Are you my bottom?' he asks, but none of these bottoms are his. Finally, he spots a furry bum which just has to be his - but the answer is surprising!" 12193 Are you my mother "Eastman, P D" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1982 9780001713222 K-2 A very simple story about a baby bird's search for his mother. He asks everyone and everything he meets the same question. 2511 Are you seeing me "Groth, Darren" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857984739 7-9 "Nineteen-year-old twins, Justine and Perry, embark on a holiday to North America. Perry has a brain condition that can cause him to become distressed and behave in inappropriate ways, and after the death of their father, Justine has become his sole carer. This trip will mark a shift in their relationship, towards independence, and an opportunity for their absent mother to atone for past mistakes." 75901 Argus "Knudsen, Michelle & Wesson, Andrea (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406331370 K-2 "Sally's class is doing a science project. When Mrs Henshaw hands out the eggs for hatching, Sally knows that hers looks different. When the egg cracks, something green and scaly with big yellow eyes emerges. Argus isn't like the other chicks." 22 "Ariel, Zed and the secret of life" "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865082639 7-9 "Ariel's writer mother sends misbehaving characters to an island school for Rebellious Characters. This summer, she sends Ariel and Zed. A cast of eccentric characters includes an insomniac Sleeping Beauty. A tale of action and self-discovery." 29844 Ariki and the giant shark "Davies, Nicola & Kinnear, Nicola (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406369793 5-6 "Ariki is not like the other children on Turtle Island. She belongs heart and soul to the sea, where she plays all day with the dolphins and turtles. One day, a giant shark appears and the fishermen are too afraid to go out. Without fish the people will starve - and only Ariki can save the day!" 15727 Aristotle "King-Smith, Dick & Graham, Bob (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9780744566802 3-4 "Delightful story of a young kitten who becomes a witch's cat and goes through most of his nine lives being rescued by his kind witch, Bella Donna." 19063 Aristotle and Dante discover the secrets of the universe "Saenz, Benjamin Alire" Simon & Schuster 2014 9781442408937 7-9 "Aristotle is angry and self-doubting, with a brother in prison. Dante is self-assured, with an unusual way of viewing the world. They would seem to have nothing in common. But, as the loners spend time together, a special bond develops. Through their friendship, Ari and Dante learn the most important truths about themselves and the kind of people they want to be. Adult themes and language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 670 Ark in the park "Orr, Wendy & Millard, Kerry (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1994 9780207176333 3-4 "The delightful story of Sophie, a lonely girl living in a big city, and her three secret wishes. Two of the wishes seem impossible but the third is, perhaps, not so impossible." 671 "Ark of dreams, The" "Whitmore, Andrew" Black Dog Books 2001 9781876372033 3-4 "After falling from a boat, Tom and Alice, find themselves on board the Golden Ship, an ark carrying mythical creatures such as unicorns, griffins and basilisks. The ship is sailed by friendly but suspicious elves and a dwarf until it is sabotaged." 13953 Arnie Avery "Walker, Sue" Walker Books 2010 9781921529726 7-9 "Lately, nothing is going right for thirteen year old Arnie. Ever since it happened, his family, especially his mother, has been behaving strangely. At school, he is accused of cheating and now Jacko has challenged him to a fight. He has to get his life sorted out and deal with what happened." 9564 Arno the garbo "Crew, Gary & Smith, Craig" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401748 3-4 "An off-the-wall picture book about Arno who lives in the middle of his family's junkyard making him unpopular, mostly because of the smell. But, when Arno brings an exciting invention to school made from recycled garbage, the situation changes." 2613 Around the house the fox chased the mouse "Walton, Rick & Bradshaw, Jim (ill)" "Gibbs Smith, Publisher" 2006 9781423600060 K-2 The fox is after the mouse. The mouse is running for its life - around and through and under and all over the place. Suspenseful story with a happy ending. 673 Around the world in 80 days "Verne, Jules" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141035871 7-9 "One evening, while relaxing at his gentleman's club, Phileas Fogg rashly bets that he can travel the entire globe in 80 days. The unflappable Englishman is determined not to lose this extraordinary wager as he sets off for Dover with his not so cool-headed, French manservant, Passepartout." 8120 "Arrival, The" "Tan, Shaun" Hachette Children's Books 2006 9780734406941 7-9 "The Arrival gives us great insight into the process of leaving your homeland and trying to find a new place in the world. The journey can be frightening, inspiring and emotional for all displaced persons. Many stories are told through Tan's illustrations." 96002 Art & Max "Wiesner, David" Koala Books 2010 9780864619297 3-4 "Max and Arthur are friends who share an interest in painting. Arthur is an accomplished painter while Max is a beginner. Max's first attempt at using a paintbrush sends the two friends on a whirlwind trip through various artistic media, which turn out to have unexpected pitfalls. Although Max is inexperienced, his energy and enthusiasm bring the adventure to its triumphant conclusion." 116036 Art fraud detective "Nilsen, Anna" Kingfisher 2000 9780753411957 5-6 The security guard at the Town Hall Gallery has a big problem. Some of the priceless masterpieces have been stolen and replaced with cunning forgeries. The guard needs your sharp eyes and patience to identify the fake paintings. 5533 "Art Garden, The" "Harrison, Penny & Pratley, Penelope" EK Books 2017 9781925335590 K-2 "Sadie wants to be a painter, just like her best friend Tom. She loves playing with colour and finding patterns in unusual places. But whenever Sadie picks up a paint brush she makes a big mess. It is not until Sadie takes a look at the things from a different perspective that she makes a big discovery about herself and her own creativity. " 15731 "Art, history, place" "Nicholls, Christine" Working Title Press 2003 9781876288433 5-6 "A recognised art expert looks at the astonishing diversity of visual work done by Indigenous Australians today, while exploring the traditions and influences that shaped their work. Although much Indigenous art is part of an artistic movement over forty thousand years old, Indigenous artists also have a remarkable capacity to use new media, styles and subject matter in their work." Artemis Fowl series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 13160 Arthur "Graham, Amanda" Era Publications 1984 9780947212124 3-4 "Arthur is a lone dog in Mrs Humber's pet shop and, each day, he attempts to copy the attributes and antics of the popular pets like the rabbits, snakes, fish, cats and frogs so that he will be purchased. Meanwhile, Melanie and her grandfather have been attracted to the shaggy dog who knows lots of tricks." 4283 Arthur and the curiosity "Gifford, Lucinda" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760068387 K-2 "Arthur and his friends are on a class visit to the local museum. While his friends dash about, Arthur takes time to inspect all the interesting things around him. One of those interesting things is a glass case housing a strange looking creature known as The Curiosity. As Arthur walks around the Museum, he is being followed." 15733 Arthur and the true Francine "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1996 K-2 12257 Arthur babysits "Brown, Marc" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781863888783 K-2 "Arthur is tricked by his sister into babysitting for the notorious Tibble twins. After a shaky beginning, Arthur uses one of his sister's check-up calls to turn the tables and take charge. Cartoon illustrations full of amusing details." 15734 Arthur goes to camp "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1984 K-2 12256 Arthur lost and found "Brown, Marc" Scholastic Australia 2001 9780316108249 K-2 "Arthur and Buster take the bus for the first time to go to Arthur's swimming lesson. During the ride, they are so busy talking, reading and sleeping that they miss their stop and find themselves on the other side of town." 116209 Arthur meets the president "Brown, Marc" 1991 K-2 11331 Arthur's baby "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1990 K-2 75831 Arthur's computer disaster "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown & Co" 1997 9780316110167 K-2 "Arthur is determined to win on his computer game, Deep, Dark Sea. When Mum asks Arthur not to touch the computer because she needs it for work, the temptation of the game proves too much for him. When the keyboard crashes to the ground and the screen goes dark, Arthur knows he is in deep and dark trouble. " 778 Arthur's dream boat "Dunbar, Polly" Walker Books 2012 9781406344622 3-4 "Arthur has an amazing dream about a pink and green boat with a striped mast. He can't wait to tell his family about it. But when he tries, no one (not even the dog) is interested in listening. In fact, they don't even notice when the very same boat gradually appears on his head, growing larger and larger by the minute." 10085 Arthur's eyes "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1979 K-2 116229 Arthur's family vacation "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1993 K-2 8628 Arthur's first sleepover "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1994 K-2 116232 Arthur's new puppy "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1993 K-2 116234 Arthur's nose "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1986 K-2 11879 Arthur's pet business "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1990 K-2 9670 Arthur's teacher trouble "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1989 K-2 15751 Arthur's tooth "Brown, Marc" "Little, Brown Books for Young Readers" 1985 K-2 10192 Artie and the grime wave "Roxburgh, Richard" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760292140 5-6 "Artie and his best friend, Bumshoe, have stumbled upon a Cave-of-Possibly-Stolen-Stuff, and a gang of shady characters, including scary Mary, fang-toothed Funnel-web and the devious Mayor Grime. Artie and Bumshoe's attempt to solve the mystery sparks a chaotic chain of events that involves kidnapping, puppy-dog cutlets, modern art and pioneering the sport of the bungee- wedgie. Winner Book of the Year Award Speech Pathology Australia 2018 (8-10 Years Category)" 15333 Artists "Powell, Jillian" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2000 9780750225984 3-4 "Interesting facts about the lives and paintings of six famous artists including Monet, Picasso, da Vinci, Rembrandt, van Gogh and Turner." 12365 Artists are crazy and other stories "Catran, Ken" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404756 5-6 "Eight wry and brilliant stories that tell the truth behind some of history's great moments. It includes stories about Leonardo da Vinci, Vikings, Christopher Columbus and the mummy of the great counsellor to the Pharaoh Rameses." 571292 "Arty Farty Marty: Paint smashin' kraken, The" "Baker, Dale" Bonnier Publishing Australia 2018 9781760681173 3-4 Arty Farty Marty loves to surf and paint! Join Marty as he tries his tentacles at painting in the styles of seven of the world's most famous artists. 4177 As big as you "Acton, Sara" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743629697 K-2 "Claude is a large elephant. Finlay is a small one. Claude can trumpet so loudly, the earth shakes. Finlay can only squeak and spurt tiny fountains with his trunk. He wants to be as big as Claude." 23 As I grew older "Abdulla, Ian" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781862911833 5-6 "Ian Abdulla tells of his life and experiences growing up in a traditional Aboriginal family, living the Nunga way of life on the Murray River in the 1950s." 5375 Ash dresses her friends "Wenzheng, Fu" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594027 K-2 "Ash is feeling lonely. She wishes she had someone to play with. Then a sad elephant comes along and Ash has an idea that will cheer him up. Soon she is sharing her idea with lots of animals in the forest. A warm-hearted story about sharing with others. " 20252 Ash princess "Sebastian, Laura" Pan MacMillan 2018 9781760555504 7-9 "Theodosia was six when her country was invaded and her mother, the Fire Queen, was murdered before her eyes. On that day, the Kaiser took Theodosia's family, her land, and her name. Theo was crowned Ash Princess - a title of shame to bear in her new life as a prisoner. For ten years Theo has been a captive in her own palace. She's endured the relentless abuse and ridicule of the Kaiser and his court. She is powerless, surviving in her new world only by burying the girl she was deep inside. Then, one night the Kaiser forces her to do the unthinkable. With blood on her hands and all hope of reclaiming her throne lost, she realizes that surviving is no longer enough. But she does have a weapon: her mind is sharper than any sword. And power isn't always won on the battlefield." 24 Ash Road "Southall, Ivan" Front Street Books 2004 9781932425116 5-6 A group of children have to battle a bushfire with only two elderly men to help them. 21059 Ash Rover: keeper of the phoenix "Darlison, Aleesah" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781922179029 5-6 "Ash Rover stumbles across a phoenix egg, but this magical bird is going to bring danger to his village. Ash is soon on a desperate quest to save his family and friends." 88118 Asphalt and feathers Sydney Youth Writing Competition "Sydney Youth Writing Competition, Inc" 2008 9780980581102 5-6 "Be inspired to write by reading the winning poems, short stories and plays from students in Years 3-6 in the 2008 Sydney Youth Writing Competition. Participants had to include the signature words, feathers and/or asphalt, in their entries." Asterix series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 20732 Astonishing animal ABC "Fuge, Charles" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2011 9781862338111 K-2 "Meet all sorts of animals through the alphabet. There's arty aardvark, outraged owl, snoozy sloth and many, many more." 9199 "Astrid Spark fixologist: the girl with the incredible, magnetic fingers" "D'Ath, Justin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865087184 5-6 "The silly, inventive and fun adventures of a girl with a magnetic finger." 9484 Astronaut: living in space "Hayden, Kate" Penguin 2002 9780751362619 3-4 This book explains what it is really like being an astronaut and what the job involves. Astrosaurs series "Cole, Steve" 3-4 Science fiction novels with space-going dinosaurs. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. See Series lists for individual titles. 25 At Ardilla "Rubinstein, Gillian" Penguin 2001 9780141312675 7-9 "Jen returns to Ardilla, a well-loved, old holiday home, and struggles to understand the changing relationships between families and friends. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 7569 At my door "Fitzpatrick, Deb" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162707 3-4 "Deliveries usually come in a van, as heavy boxes or oddly-shaped bags. They do not come late, on a school night. When Poppy's dad opens the front door to find a small, very distressed child, clinging to a green blanket, the family tries their hardest to do the right thing. They look after the baby while the authorities search for her family. Although Mei's stay is brief, her impact on the family is long-lasting." 4518 At my family table "dos Santos, Mandy & Ho, Kancy (ill)" Little People Nutrition 2017 9780648100003 K-2 "We come to the family table, to eat, to talk, to share. We come to the family table, to enjoy delicious fare. Who is at your table?" 15133 At the beach: postcards from Crabby Spit "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741147049 3-4 "It's summer and time to head to Crabby Spit. I've been crabspotting, riding my bike, surfing and swimming, and looking at stars. With a bit of luck, I'll be having fish and chips for dinner. The only problem is my things keep disappearing. " 12178 At the seaside "Church, Diane" Watts 2000 9780749636951 K-2 "Christopher, a child with Down syndrome, tackles everyday life. Christopher and his friend, Lauren, are spending the day at the seaside, enjoying the sun and getting into mischief." 14405 At the sign of the sugared plum "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2003 9780747561248 7-9 It is 1665 and Hannah has come from the country to assist her sister in sweet making at the Sugared Plum sweet shop. The plague has also come to London so Hannah's life is now full of dangers as well as the sights and sounds of the crowded city. 15194 At the vet "Lamb, Ann" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734407313 K-2 "An eventful trip to the vet turns out to be lots of fun, especially if you like baby kittens." 3867 Atlas of oddities: discover the amazing and diverse world we live in "Gifford, Clive & Worrall, Tracy (ill)" Egmont Childrens 2016 9781405281362 5-6 "Living on the planet are more than 7 billion people, all with their own interests, traditions and ways of life. And the extraordinary scenery, from the icy poles to scorching hot deserts, lush tropical rainforests, giant rocky caves and canyons, remarkable rivers, lakes and seas, also provides a home to a phenomenally wide range of different animals and plants. This unbelievable round-the-world adventure will take you through all of our continents and countries, and on the way you will get to see just how diverse the world can be. The beautifully illustrated maps feature key aspects, such as borders, capital cities and major rivers, and are perfect for engaging young readers. " 15898 Atmospheric "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2016 9781925126372 7-9 "Talking about the weather used to be small talk. Now, it's the hottest topic on Earth. We can't survive without Earth's atmosphere yet, most of the time, we ignore it. Our atmosphere is treated as a rubbish dump for our greenhouse gas emissions. Slowly but surely, what we are doing is changing the Earth's climate. In small chunks, this book cuts through the many voices raised around climate change to tell the story of our atmosphere, what is putting our climate at risk and what we can do about it." 10569 Audacity: stories of heroic Australians in wartime "Walker, Carlie & Hatherly, Brett (ill)" Dept of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial 2014 9781877007934 5-6 "The eleven Australians featured may not have used the word 'audacity' to describe their acts of bravery, for which they won awards and honours. But, each of them took risks in wartime, helping others against extreme dangers which could have cost them their lives. Stories of soldiers, prisoners of war, nurses, airmen and sailors are told, with the backdrop of the many wars involving Australia over the last one hundred years." Audrey series "Harris, Christine & James, Ann (ill)" 3-4 "An Australian series, set in the 1930s, about a little girl with an inquiring mind and a lively imagination. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3000 Auggie & me "Palacio, R J" Corgi Books 2015 9780552574778 5-6 "Three different characters - Julian, the bully, oldest friend Christopher and classmate, Charlotte - give an insight into how August (Auggie) Pullman, a facially disfigured boy, touched and transformed their lives. A companion book to Wonder." 40643 "Aunties three, The" "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741697919 K-2 "Pack up your games, dismantle your toys, practise your manners and muffle your noise. Watch the mayhem unfold as three, bold aunts enter the house of three, unruly children who try their very best to welcome the guests for tea. " Aussie Heroes series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 570821 Aussie legends alphabet "Feiner, Beck" ABC Books 2017 9780733338946 5-6 There are Australians from all works of life. Some have famously contributed to our history. Here is a list of 26 colourfully presented in alphabetical order. 6887 "Aussie night before Christmas, An" "Morrison, Yvonne & Niland, Kilmeny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865046532 3-4 Christmas in the middle of an Australian summer means Santa has to find new ways to deliver his presents. Aussie notables series "Drummond, Allan & Lumsden, Glenn (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Aussie stars series "McCallum, Grant" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9465 Aussiemaze "Bowring, Jane & Rossell, Judith" Koala Books 2001 9780864613394 3-4 "A unique book that presents descriptions of ten Australian animals, including their behaviours, habitats and predators, in a maze format that shows their natural environment." 12404 Australia at the beach "Fatchen, Max & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781862913936 3-4 "A funny, rhyming story about a family and their friends celebrating Australia Day at the beach." 4576 Australia to Z "Greder, Armin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113186 7-9 "This striking alphabet book shows an Australia with many dimensions. As a country, it has a lot to offer but Australia needs to confront its history and current greed; to stop leaning on old cultural institutions and symbols; and to welcome and tolerate differences. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13384 Australia's deadly and dangerous animals: fact file "Cermak, Michael (phot)" Steve Parish Publishing Pty Ltd 2007 9781741931327 5-6 "Find out about fifty-six species of Australian animals categorised as deadly, dangerous, harmful or disease carrying. Interesting information and close-up coloured photographs of snakes, crocodiles, insects, spiders, marine life and mammals indicate their physical characteristics, the effects of their venom, where they are commonly found and the number of human deaths they cause." Australia's great war series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14109 Australia's greatest inventions & innovations "Cheng, Christopher & Knight, Linsay" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742755649 7-9 "Imagine a world without wi-fi or clothes lines or lawnmowers or Vegemite or dual-flush toilets or even mousetraps. Weird, huh? These are just a few of the many inventions that have been created by clever Australians to solve some of life's difficult problems. Suitable for Stage 2 and Stage 3." 21142 Australia's most deadly "McGee, Karen" Australian Geographic Education 2014 9781742455877 3-4 "When it comes to deadly animals, Australia hits the jackpot. You might be surprised to discover that there are three creatures whose danger factor is higher than sharks or the funnel-web spider. The animals have been given a deadly factor out of ten and the higher the score, the more deadly the animal." 12682 Australia's neighbours: Indonesia "Hinchey, Jane" Redback Publishing 2018 9781925630060 5-6 "Indonesia is the world's largest island country, with 17,508 islands, of which about 6,000 are inhabited. Find out what life is like in Indonesia. Discover Indonesia's ethnic diversity and how people live, work and play. Learn about the events that shaped this fascinating country." 3466 "Australian animal atlas, The" "Cronin, Leonard & Westmacott, Marion (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294144 3-4 "Come on a journey into the world of Australia's wildlife, exploring all the different habitats, from parched deserts to lush rainforests. Discover the mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects that live there. Search for the animals hidden in each habitat scene. Find out about the fish that walks; the sixth sense of the platypus; the deadly venom of the desert death adder; the strange table manners of the sea star.This environmental atlas of Australian animals, by an expert team, is full of fascinating facts and superb illustrations." 45305 Australian backyard explorer "Macinnis, Peter" National Library of Australia 2009 9780642276841 7-9 "Australian history joins with science to bring the world of the explorer to life. Each chapter contains an historical section plus a related project and some quirky but interesting facts. Trying to stay alive and keeping an eye on the weather are just as applicable today as they were two hundred years ago. Tales of tragedy, conflict and death, loyalty, amazing perseverance and wonderment." 5053 Australian backyard naturalist "Macinnis, Peter" National Library of Australia 2012 9780642277428 7-9 Ever wondered what all those tiny bugs are that you see when you look very closely at a rosebud on a rosebush? Ever wanted to be able to identify a bird just from hearing its song? Want to learn how to keep a pet ant lion? All that and more is to be found within this informative book. Features personal accounts from the author's experiences with many of the species mentioned. 26 Australian bushrangers "Coupe, Robert" New Holland Australia 1998 9781864362848 7-9 This history of bushranging in Australia gives details about many bushrangers. Australian bushrangers series "Smith, Jane" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12904 Australian kids through the years "McCartney, Tania & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" National Library of Australia 2015 9780642278593 3-4 "Many thousands of years ago, the first people arrived in Australia and made this land their home. When Europeans arrived in the late 1700s, things changed forever. Now, Australia is home to children of many cultures and backgrounds, whose lives have changed over time.Enjoy spotting what has stayed the same and what is different in clothing, housing, activities, food and games." 12671 Australian landscapes: Water "Dixon, Rachel" Redback Publishing 2018 9781925630237 5-6 "Australia is the second driest continent on Earth, after the Antarctic. The availability of water has defined the spread of human settlement, from the arrival of the first Aboriginal Australians over 50,000 years ago, right up until the present. Water is precious in Australia and it is not a free resource. Discover the role in human history of the hidden, underground water sources across Australia and see how the presence or lack of water has affected our geography, economy and history. " Australian Library series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5855 Australians all "Wheatley, Nadia & Searle, Ken (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781741146370 5-6 "Covers the history of our continent from the Ice Age to the Apology, from the arrival of the First Fleet to the Mabo Judgement. Some of the subjects of the eighty mini-biographies of young Australians have become nationally or even internationally famous. Others were legends in their own families and communities." Ava adds series "Dubosarsky, Ursula & White, Annie (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen.." Ava Anne Appleton series "Harmer, Wendy & Edmonds, Andrea (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4437 Ava's spectacular spectacles "Rex, Alice & Perrini, Angela (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059984 K-2 Ava hates wearing her new glasses. But what if Little Red Riding Hood had just put on a pair of glasses? Or Little Bo-Peep? Or poor old Humpty Dumpty? Maybe Ava will see how spectacular her spectacles are after all. 30283 Avalon High "Cabot, Meg" MacMillan 2005 9780330438322 7-9 "Ellie is not looking forward to a year in a new home or attending a new school, Avalon High, whose students are not as they appear to be. " 12161 Avocado baby "Burningham, John" Red Fox 2000 9780099200611 K-2 "The Hargraves baby is born into a very weak family but grows super strong, once its mother begins feeding it mashed avocado." 14990 Avoid being a convict sent to Australia "Costain, Meredith & Antram, David (ill)" Koala Books 2005 9780864615176 5-6 A light-hearted but factual account of the social conditions and crimes that led to convicts being transported to Australia. An accurate and vivid account is given of life when Australia is reached. Cartoon-style illustrations add to humour. 9317 "Awesome, Australian art for contemporary kids" "Cree, Laura Murray" Craftsman House 2003 9781877004209 7-9 Describing contemporary artworks and the intentions of the artists. The relevance of these works for today's kids is revealed. 6357 Awful Auntie "Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007453610 5-6 "Stella Saxby is the sole heir to Saxby Hall. But, awful Aunt Alberta and her giant owl will stop at nothing to get it from her. Luckily, Stella has a secret, and slightly spooky, weapon up her sleeve." 4973 "Axel & Beast: Grabbem getaway, The" "Bott, Adrian. C. & Isaac, Andy (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2016 9781760127800 3-4 "Axel is a 12 year old boy who loves video games. His life is turned upside down when one day a huge robot breaks into his garage. The robot is BEAST and he is running away from Grabbem Industries who want him to destroy the environment. Axel and BEAST go on the run and, helped by Agent Omega, try to keep BEAST safe. " 12195 Axminster the carpet snake "Edwards, Hazel & Wilson, Rosemary (ill)" Penguin 1994 9780140541243 K-2 "A loveable pet snake at Axminster School goes missing in this sequel to the story of Stickybeak, the school pet duck with attitude." 47411 Ayu and the perfect moon "Cox, David" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921720222 K-2 "In Bali, an old woman, Ayu, tells a story to three little girls. When she was a young girl, Ayu moved her feet as she performed the traditional Balinese dance, the Legong, as the full moon rose over the palms." 15195 B is for bravo "Burgemeestre, Kevin" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405357 5-6 "Facts about aircraft and flight. Dramatic illustrations take you on an alphabet journey through the last hundred years of flight from boomerangs to modern planes, including the Flying Doctor, Scramjet engine research and Charles Kingsford Smith." 2825 Baabwaa & Wooliam "Elliott, David & Sweet, Melissa (ill)" Candlewick Press 2017 9780763660741 3-4 "Baabwaa is a sheep who loves to knit. Wooliam is a sheep who loves to read. It sounds boring but they like it. But one day, they decide they could do with a bit of an adventure, so they set off for a walk around the field. Just then, quite unexpectedly, a third sheep shows up. A funny-looking sheep who might just be that wolf in sheep's clothing Wooliam has read about." 27 "Baboon king, The" "Quintana, Anton" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780440229070 7-9 "Morengaru, a man divided against himself, who is an outcast in the wilderness, must live as an animal. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12307 Babs the baby and Fog the dog "Wild, Margaret" Working Title Press 2003 9781876288372 K-2 "Every day, mum, Babs the baby and Fog the dog go for a walk. One day, Fog the dog sits on his bottom and won't move. The others don't know what to do." 12398 Baby "Cox, Tania & James, Ann (ill)" Working Title Press 2001 9781876288112 K-2 "One day, baby elephant will be big and strong but for now she has much to learn from her loving family." 21746 "Baby animal book, The" "Cossins, Jennifer" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734418159 K-2 "What do you call a baby penguin? Or a baby owl? Or a baby platypus? Come along on an illustrated journey through the animal kingdom with Tasmanian artist Jennifer Cossins and find out! A CBCA Notable book. " 3995 Baby band "Jackson Hill, Diane & Poli, Giuseppe (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059779 K-2 "On a normal day, a baby creates mayhem in an apartment block. Look how he transforms an apartment block into a vibrant community." 18141 Baby bear goes camping "Broekstra, Lorette" Lothian Books 2001 9780734401793 K-2 "Baby Bear goes on his first camping trip with his parents. He enjoys himself during the day and makes some new animal friends, but he is scared when night falls. Some discoveries lead him to have his best sleep ever." 17097 Baby bear goes to the park "Broekstra, Lorette" Lothian Books 2003 9780734404626 K-2 "Papa Bear takes Baby Bear to the park where he feeds the ducks, flies a kite and meets a helpful caterpillar when his kite gets caught in a tree. When Baby Bear next returns to the park to play, it is a very windy day. So windy that Baby Bear flies way up in the air over the whole town hanging onto his kite." 75722 Baby bear goes to the zoo "Broekstra, Lorette" Lothian Books 1999 9780734400260 K-2 "Mother and Baby Bear go to the zoo where Baby Bear follows a pretty butterfly and loses his mother. He keeps hearing someone calling 'Baby Bear, Baby Bear' and follows the sound, thinking it is his mother who is calling him. " 725 "Baby bilby, where do you sleep" "Oliver, Narelle" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734402301 K-2 Take a peek through the peepholes in this rhyming book and discover the secret hiding places of baby bilby and other Australian desert creatures. 52270 Baby bird's blankie "Wild, Margaret & Perkins, Gwyn (ill)" Working Title Press 2008 9781876288877 K-2 "Baby bird loves his blankie. He finds it is not only a comfort but also fun to play with, particularly when it's time to go to sleep." 12308 Baby Boomsticks "Wild, Margaret & Legge David (ill)" ABC Books 2003 9780733307409 K-2 "In a teeny-tiny village, a teeny-tiny mum and a teeny-tiny dad have an enormous baby. They call him Baby Boomsticks. Everyone is scared of him so Baby Boomsticks has to play all by himself." 45738 Baby brains and robomum "James, Simon" Walker Books 2008 9781406313383 K-2 "A very smart baby is born who prefers working on the computer and playing with his chemistry set instead of toys. When Baby Brains invents the ultimate home help, RoboMum, the household is transformed. But, this is a robot to reckon with and the family is in for a big surprise." 86932 Baby brains: the smartest baby in the whole world "James, Simon" Walker Books 2005 9781844285228 K-2 "This new baby is very smart. He reads the newspaper, mends the car and works as a doctor at the hospital. Everyone wants to meet the extraordinary Baby Brains." 5571 "Baby in the hat: an early romance, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & Amstutz, Andre (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9780744581362 K-2 "The hero catches a baby, who has fallen from an upstairs window, in his hat. The young hero goes to sea and becomes a famous captain. Many years later, when he walks up the street where he had caught the baby, he looks up and sees a beautiful woman in the same upstairs window." 1975 Baby pie "McRae, Tom & Ward, Nick (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708248 3-4 "When three little trolls, Oink, Boink and Moink, go out hunting for a baby for their baby pie, they are in for a big surprise." 7919 Baby tawnies "Paulson, Judy" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742755762 K-2 "As darkness falls, two tawny frogmouths fly into the forest to find food. Far above the ground, Reggie and Lyla are left alone. But, the little tawnies don't plan to stay in the nest." 8974 "Baby that roared, The" "Puttock, Simon & Shireen, Nadia (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2012 9780857630186 K-2 "Mr and Mrs Deer would love to have a baby. One day, their wish comes true when they find a little bundle on their doorstep. But, the baby keeps on roaring. So, they ask for advice from family and friends, who send them off to fetch what they think the baby needs. But, it's very peculiar because each time Mr and Mrs Deer come back from their errands, someone has gone missing." 12186 "Baby who wouldn't go to bed, The" "Cooper, Helen" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780552528382 K-2 "A little boy won't go to bed. At first, it's fun staying up but gradually the drowsy world nods off all around him. He thinks he is awake alone but someone else is still awake too." 23029 Baby wombat's week "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732286958 K-2 "Baby wombats sleep. They eat. They get bored. On Wednesday, baby wombat's mother, Mothball, decides they need a bigger hole and the search begins." 567897 Backyard "Braxton-Smith, Ananda & Newcomb, Lizzy (ill)" Black Dog Books 2018 9781925381177 K-2 "White gum rustle, tawny frog mouths still as wood, dragonflies swoop. Banjo frog calls the secret - watch the world carefully, your backyard is home to animals other than you! A child stands on her back step at dusk and surveys her backyard. The backyard is teeming with life - birds, possum, native rat, bats, insects and bugs." 9387 Bad bears and good bears "Impey, Rose (reteller) & Lamont, Priscilla (ill)" Orchard Books 2000 9781860399725 3-4 Two traditional tales from Europe and North America retold in simple language. 12301 Bad buster "Laguna, Sofie" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300335 K-2 Being bad is what Buster does best until his dad thinks of a way to sort him out. 14442 Bad eggs "Wide, Steve & Mackintosh, Michelle (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405661 5-6 "Hard Boiled Egg has a mystery to solve in the fridge. It takes him through all the shelves as he tries to catch the Bad Eggs. A very punny story, written in simple text." 28 Bad girls "Wilson, Jacqueline" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780440863564 5-6 "Mandy has been picked on at school for as long as she can remember. She can't believe it when cheeky, daring Tanya wants to be her friend. But, Mum thinks Tanya is not a suitable friend and, when Tanya shoplifts, there is trouble ahead." 87399 "Bad-tempered ladybird, The" "Carle, Eric" Puffin Australia 1976 9780140503982 K-2 A bad-tempered ladybird is not prepared to share her meal of aphids with anyone. 18437 Badly drawn dog "Dodson, Emma" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340878071 3-4 "Badly drawn dog believes he's too scribbly and smudgy, and seeks out an artist to redraw him. But, each new drawing of him is not quite right. A delightful book about appearances and beauty being in the eye of the beholder." 4795 "Bag and a bird, A" "Allen, Pamela" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143783909 3-4 "One day, a long time ago when I lived in Kirribilli, Sydney, I packed a lunch and set out to walk to the Botanic Gardens. I crossed the Harbour Bridge then climbed down to Circular Quay. I walked beside the sea wall, past the Botanic gardens. And this is what I saw." 11129 Bajirriga the turtle "Fourmile, Trevor & Fourmile, Lillian (ill)" Black Ink Press 2006 9781863340205 3-4 "Foolish Bajirriga, an Aboriginal boy, fails to cooperate with his community, preferring to go to the beach and swim while they gather food. Ignoring his parents' advice to come out of the water, he begins to transform into a turtle." 5107 "Bakehouse, The" "Cowley, Joy" Gecko Press 2015 9781776570072 7-9 "In New Zealand during World War ll, eleven year old Bert desperately wants the war to continue so that he can join up and use guns. An abandoned derelict bakery becomes a prospective bomb shelter for the family and Bert enjoys his role in setting it up. But, when the shelter becomes home to a deserter, Bert soon learns that the secrets and danger of war don't always stay at the front line." 28672 Baking with Dad "Cacciapuoti, Aurora" Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846437540 K-2 "Today we are baking a cake with Dad. We have everything we need, including the most important ingredient of all- Dad himself." 1785 Bakir and Bi "Boyd, Jillian & Mordey, Tori-Jay (ill)" Magabala Books 2013 9781921248863 5-6 "Bakir and Mar live on a remote island called Egur with their two young children. While fishing, Bakir comes across a very special pelican named Bi. A famine occurs, and life on the island is no longer harmonious. One day Bakir and Bi disappear and Mar and the children are forced to make the journey to another island by canoe and so begins the adventure." 3136 "Ball for Daisy, A" "Raschka, Chris" Random House Children's Books 2011 9780375858611 K-2 "If you've ever had one of your favourite toys broken, then you will be able to relate to Daisy's anguish when her favourite ball is destroyed by a bigger dog. Wordless picture book." Ball stars series "Lawrence, David" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 13230 "Ballad of Cauldron Bay, The" "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741142556 7-9 "Henni is looking forward to the Easter holiday at Cauldron Bay with her best friend, Zev, and some of the younger kids from Stella Street. She becomes jealous when her beach holiday is invaded by troubled teenager, Tara." 71599 "Ballad of Les Darcy, The" "FitzSimons, Peter" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780732286361 7-9 "Les Darcy, who lived from 31 October 1895 - 24 May 1917, was an Australian boxer. Though he was a middleweight, he held both the Australian Heavyweight and the Middleweight Championship titles in 1916 and has passed into Australian folk lore. " 30 "Ballad of Lucy Whipple, The" "Cushman, Karen" HarperTrophy 1998 9780064406840 7-9 "Reluctantly taken to the diggings in California during the goldrush, Lucy wants to go back home to New England." 4361 "Ballerina dreams: true story, A" "DePrince, Michaela & DePrince, Elaine & Okstad, Ella (ill)" Faber & Faber 2017 9780571329731 3-4 Do you want to be a ballerina when you grow up? This story of determination and big dreams reminds us that we can all achieve the things we set our mind to. 9351 Ballet "Bussell, Darcey" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751328004 5-6 "Meet Darcey Bussell, a principal dancer with the Royal Ballet in London, who has performed in many theatres. With Patricia Linton, a teacher at the Royal Ballet School, Darcey introduces you to all the key aspects of the magical world of ballet." 18395 "Ballet class, The" "Geras, Adele & McNicholas, Shelagh (ill)" Orchard Books 2004 9781843624134 3-4 "Tilly, a young ballerina, is preparing and practising for a big ballet concert. Gorgeous illustrations." 31 Ballet shoes "Streatfeild, Noel" Penguin 1984 9780140300413 5-6 Three orphaned sisters are sent to ballet school for training and are determined to make their name famous. 614 Ballroom bonanza "Rycroft, Nina" Working Title Press 2009 9781876288938 3-4 "The most amazing dance contest you will ever see including affluent alpacas, groovy goats and impetuous impalas. The donkeys demonstrate the disco, flamingos do the flamenco and hippos perform the hip-hop. When the band's instruments are hidden, you will have to help find them so that the competition can continue. Beautifully crafted rhyme with exquisite illustrations with mystery and monkey business." 9556 "Baloney, Henry P" "Scieszka, Jon & Smith, Lane" Viking Children's 2001 9780670892488 3-4 "A rollicking picture book about not so alien Henry, who late for school, spins an increasingly fantastic and complicated explanation to his sceptical teacher." 32 "Bamboo flute, The" "Disher, Garry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733615887 5-6 "Twelve year old Paul tries to raise the spirits of his father and others during the Great Depression by reintroducing music into their lives. A tramp, Eric the Red has shown Paul how to make a bamboo flute." 764 Bamboozled "Legge, David" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045658 3-4 A girl visits her Grandfather's house. Grandpa pours tea from a watering can and a kangaroos washes the dishes. Lots more funny jokes and odd events happen. 1888 Bang "Timmers, Leo" Gecko Press 2013 9781877579172 K-2 "Crocodiles and giraffes, driving lots of cars, go bang." 1184 Banjo and Ruby Red "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Little Hare Books 2013 9781921541087 K-2 "Banjo is a hard-working farm dog and Ruby Red is a haughty chicken, and they never see eye to eye. Can they ever be friends." 6060 Banjo bounces back "Hume, Lachie" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862918467 K-2 "Banjo is a hoofball star. He and his friend, Bella, just love the game. But, when Banjo gets injured, he finds it's easier to stay in bed and play Haystation and suck on molasses. Bella is desperate for Banjo to play hoofball again." 984 Barack Obama: hope for the world "Alexander, Tim" Orion 2009 9781409113140 5-6 "Every page includes facts and photos about Barack Obama's childhood days, his rise to the top job in the world and how he plans to change America, and the world, for the better." 4499 "Barefoot book of children, The" "Strickland, Tessa & DePalma, Kate & Dean, David (ill)" Barefoot books 2016 9781782852964 K-2 "You are a part of the world, and you are a world all your own." 27230 Barlay "Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed)" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696114 5-6 "Sometimes, grown-ups tell scary stories to teach kids a lesson. And, sometimes, those scary stories turn out to be true. Sarah, Jay and Rene find out the hard way what sort of tale their Nan's Woordatj story is when they wander off into the bush, despite her warnings." Barnaby Grimes series "Stewart, Paul & Riddell, Chris (ill)" 7-9 "Adventure and suspense mixed with touch of the supernatural. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 569131 Barney "Jinks, Catherine & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742996226 K-2 Barney loves cat food. Barney loves greens. Barney loves bacon and biscuits and beans. 9326 "Barrumbi kids, The" "Norrington, Leonie" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781862914964 7-9 "Dale and Tomias, live in the outback. They have a deep love for the wild, ancient land that is their home and move easily between their Aboriginal and white cultures, until someone turns up to spoil their last year at the community school." 56180 Barry "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781864718836 5-6 "Barry has awesome powers, which he releases from the back of the couch where he is stuck, to save the Earth from falling apart." 18394 Bartholomew and the bug "Layton, Neal" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340873298 K-2 Bartholomew is a bear up in the mountains who admires the city lights far below. He meets a bug who desperately needs the lights so Bartholomew sets out to take his friend there. Bartlett series "Hirsch, Odo" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9352 Basketball "Mullin, Chris" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751328059 7-9 "Indiana Pacer, Chris Mullin, introduces this fascinating new guide to basketball. He draws on his wealth of experience in America's National Basketball Association to show beginners all aspects of the game." 74181 "Bat and the crocodile, The" "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Dolumyu, Jack (teller) " Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046273 3-4 This story comes from the Aboriginal people at Warmun (Turkey Creek) in Western Australia. It was told in the Kija language. Describes why bats now live in caves because of the killing of a fellow creature. 787 Bath monster "Danalis, John" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780733612848 K-2 "Bath time is fun until the plug is pulled and the monster comes out. But, monsters can become your friend." 12327 Batman: the animated series guide "Beatty, Scott" Dorling Kindersley 2004 9781405304283 5-6 "A celebration of the Warner Brothers animated series, packed with images from the TV show and the comic books it inspired. Contains in-depth profiles of the main heroes and villains, and annotated illustrations of the key weapons and places." 4893 Bats at the library "Lies, Brian" Koala Books 2009 9780864618160 K-2 "A window has been left open at the library and this is an irresistible invitation for a colony of bats. Once inside, older bats look for favourite books, while younger ones explore and play. Storytime settles everyone down and transports them into the tales, filled with bat characters playing new roles." 4573 "Batsford books of Music for children, The" "Rumens-Syratt, Rebecca" Batsford 2016 9781849943093 5-6 "Music is great because it means we can sing along to our favourite songs, play instruments with our friends and read sheet music- it's like a secret code. With this book you will be a marvellous musician in no time." 789 Batter up "Clark, Sherryl & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" Penguin 2001 9780141308470 3-4 "Hayley wants to know why her best friend, Spit, has suddenly dumped her. What she discovers is very strange, stranger than she could have imagined." Battle boy series "Carter, Charlie & Jeffery, Russell (ill)" 5-6 "Easy to read adventures that time travel to some of the most intereting historical events to meet real people. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4174 Battle fatigue "Kurlansky, Mark" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408826911 7-9 "A teenager is conscripted into the Vietnam War. He has to decide whether he will go, or whether he will dodge the draft by seeking asylum in Canada. The story also considers the effects of earlier wars on other members of the family and their influence on the younger characters." 22989 Battle of Britain: a Second World War spitfire pilot 1939-1941 "Priestley, Chris" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103709 5-6 "Harry Woods is a proud spitfire pilot in the fledgling Royal Air Force of 1939. All he has ever wanted to do, since he saw his first plane, is be a pilot. But, now, all he can remember are the roar of the engines and the rattle of machine guns. His friend, Lenny, has lost a leg in a dogfight with the German Luftwaffe. Harry is determined to fight on bravely for all he holds dear but the dangers are terrible and the thrills exhausting." 14098 Battle of the jade horse "Lloyd, Alison" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143305774 5-6 "Battle of the Jade Horse Author: Alison Lloyd Hu and Ren are friends during the second century in China. Their families come from different social classes and each must make choices that may hurt their friendship. How will their friendship be able to survive?" 20752 Battlefield: one boy's war "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695519 7-9 "Barry Blacker is desperate to join the army like his older brother Jack, who is in a Japanese POW camp. He practises drills on the family farm in Cowra and spies on the Japanese prisoners in the camp nearby. When some of the prisoners escape, Barry's attempt to be a hero has devastating consequences." 8880 Batty "Dyer, Sarah" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801593 K-2 "Batty is trying to find something he is really good at, in his home at the zoo. But hanging upside down means he can't always see the other animals' points of view." 35313 Be a friend "Yoon, Salina" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408869093 K-2 "Dennis is an ordinary boy who expresses himself in extraordinary ways. When the class does show-and-tell, Dennis does show-and-mime. Some children climb trees. Dennis is happy to be a tree, But, being a mime can be lonely. It isn't until Dennis meets a girl named Joy that he discovers the power of friendship and how special he truly is." 2890 "Be brave, Pink Piglet" "Cummings, Phil & Davis, Sarah (ill)" Lothian Books 2015 9780734415929 K-2 "Early one morning, Pink Piglet leaves his mother's side for the very first time. This timid little pig wants to become a brave explorer." 61854 Be gentle "Miller, Virginia" Walker Books 2008 9781406311877 K-2 Bartholomew finds out that his new kitten doesn't enjoy his rough and tumble games quite as much as he does. 6155 Bea "Sharp, Christine" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702249617 K-2 Bea is a bird of unusual tastes as she likes to bake buns and dance to a disco beat while other birds are content to watch worms wriggle. 8412 Beach sports car "Oxenham, Darlene & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed)" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696060 5-6 "When Annie's dad promises her a beach sports car, she imagines a bright red hotrod with racing car stripes. But, it will take a lot of work to turn Dad's battered old bomb into the car of Annie's dreams. Then again, hard work can sometimes make the rewards seem so much sweeter." 3019 "Beach they called Gallipoli, The" "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2014 9780732292263 7-9 "This book is about Gallipoli, the place, and what happened on Gallipoli Beach, from the ANZACS first landing in April to their retreat in December 1915. Images, memorabilia, illustrations and photographs enrich the recount of the months that followed the landing. Includes images that may trouble some readers. A challenging read; usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 11037 "Beachmaster, The" "Liddell, Carmel & Potter, Bruce (ill)" Reed Publishing 2006 9781869484286 3-4 "A bull seal loses his dominion as beachmaster over his section of beach and takes on a nearby car park, falling for a Morris Minor car. Whimsical story set in New Zealand, with lots of factual information about seals and their habits." 36400 "Bear and a tree, A" "King, Stephen Michael" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2012 9780670075829 K-2 "Ren knows that it's almost time for Bear's big sleep, but she needs just one more day with him. One day to explore the winter together, the last of the coloured leaves, the snow as it floats and swirls to the ground, the sun and the moon and the stars. One more day to play and dance and wonder." 12034 Bear and Chook "Shanahan, Lisa & Quay, Emma (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733611414 K-2 "Adventurous Bear and practical Chook are very different yet they are good friends. They spend a day together, dreaming and acting out what jobs they think they'd like to have when they grow up." 1698 Bear and Chook by the sea "Shanahan, Lisa & Quay, Emma (ill)" Lothian Books 2009 9780734411112 K-2 "Bear and Chook are unexpected friends. Bear likes adventure but Chook would much rather have the quiet life. One day, they decide to visit the sea. Chook is worried they will get lost but Bear is confident they will find it just around the pond, under the bridge, through the forest and over the mountain." Bear Grylls Adventures series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 38711 Bear Grylls survival skills handbook: First Aid "Grylls, Bear" Weldon Owen Publishing 2017 9781786960351 5-6 "This survival skills handbook is perfect for all young explorers, adventurers, and general lovers of the outdoors. Learn how to perform first aid in emergency situations including cuts, burns, and falls. This hand book includes illustrations, and step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear Grylls himself." 35605 Bear Grylls Survival skills handbook: Knots "Grylls, Bear" Weldon Owen Publishing 2017 9781783422982 5-6 "This survival skills handbook is perfect for all young explorers, adventurers, and general lovers of the outdoors. Learn the art of knots, from tie loops, lashes, hitches and many more to help in various situations. This hand book includes illustrations, and step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear Grylls himself. " 37455 Bear Grylls survival skills handbook: Shelter building "Grylls, Bear" Weldon Owen Publishing 2017 9781786960344 5-6 "This survival skills handbook is perfect for all young explorers, adventurers, and general lovers of the outdoors. Learn what tools are needed as well as how to build shelters in all types of climates, including hot, cold and wet. This hand book includes illustrations, and step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear Grylls himself." 26246 Bear Grylls: Spirit of the jungle "Grylls, Bear" Pan Macmillan London 2016 9781509828623 5-6 "Mak and his family are in India. Things are going well until their raft is capsized on a wild river and Mak is separated and lost deep in the Indian Jungle. Can Mac survive long enough to find his way out of this strange, unfamiliar and dangerous landscape of bugs, bats, monkeys, snakes, bears, wolves, panthers and worst of all poachers? And if he can survive, will he really want to leave?" 12011 Bear hunt "Browne, Anthony" Penguin 1994 9780140553567 K-2 A white bear has a magic pencil which he uses cleverly to draw ways to help him escape from hunters. 9562 "Bear tale, A" "Ingpen, Robert" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734400796 3-4 Join Ted on a humorous trip exploring the slumps of bears and the wisdom of owls. 15404 "Bear went over the mountain, The" "Prater, John" Red Fox 2002 9780099439172 K-2 A version of an old song which is ideal for the beginning reader. 5650 "Bear who went boo, The" "Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780008149536 K-2 "At the top of the world, surrounded by snow and ice, lives a very cheeky polar bear cub who loves to scare the animals. But, this little bear doesn't always know when to stop." 5419 "Bear with the sword, The" "Cali, Davide & Foli, Gianluca (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2010 9780980607048 3-4 "Bear has a powerful sword, which he uses to cut down a whole forest. His home is flooded soon afterwards and he is so angry he wants to find who is responsible, with an unexpected result." 9629 "Bear's lunch, The" "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1998 9780140562415 K-2 "When Wendy and Oliver decide to have a picnic in the woods, they are surprised by a great, big, growly bear. See what happens when Oliver and Wendy growl back." 7692 Bears don't read "Chichester Clark, Emma " "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007425198 K-2 "George isn't happy doing the usual bear things like chatting and fishing. But, he doesn't know what else there is until, one day, he finds a book beneath a tree. More than anything, he wants to learn to read. But, arriving in town, George soon discovers that it's not easy to be a bear at school. If only he could find someone to teach him the alphabet and change his life forever." 71789 "Bears' holiday, The " "Berenstain, Stan & Jan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1982 9780001713307 K-2 "The Bear family's vacation at the seashore is frequently punctuated by Papa Bear's urgent warnings to his son about the need for safety and commonsense while at the beach. Luckily, Small Bear is on hand to rescue his father from disaster with each new incident." 34 Beast "Wild, Margaret" Scholastic Australia 1992 9781862911468 5-6 "Eleven year old Jamie, a fearful boy, confronts his biggest fear, the class bully. Through his ordeal, he comes to realise that, while magic can't stop bad things from happening, intelligence and courage can." 8012 Beast child "Chandler, Ben" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781864719796 7-9 "Twins Lenis and Missy Clemens have found their freedom aboard the airship, Hiryu. In their search for the mercenary Karasu, Missy must decide whether the safety of an entire nation is more important than her own sense of right and wrong. The bizarre connection that binds the twins begins to unravel and, when they meet a young boy from the past, the twins must decide to embrace their destiny or be torn forever apart." 23503 "Beast of Hushing Wood, The" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143309178 5-6 "Ziggy Truegood feels a threatening presence in her tiny town of Hushing Wood, which is deepened by a recurring nightmare she has. When Raffi, an exotic young boy, and his grandfather come to town Ziggy's fears intensify. Unfortunately, her own wise and knowledgeable grandfather is ill, unable to help her. She wonders are the pair there to save her or to hunt her? " 18646 Beastly nights "Pyle, Elizabeth" Fremantle Press 2006 9781920731823 3-4 "Jessica's family support her over several nights of scary nightmares, when she meets huge monsters and learns to overcome her fears." 2956 Beatle meets Destiny "Williams, Gabrielle" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780143011491 7-9 "Beatle normally doesn't go out on Friday the thirteenth but this is an exception. And, then, there's the attractive girl wearing sunglasses and reading a book. Not only is her name Destiny but her surname is McCartney, and since his real name is John Lennon, and for a whole lot of other spooky reasons, it seems destined that they will be together. But Beatle already has a girlfriend. Some language in context. Usually read by student in Years 9,10 or above." 23596 Beautiful colours "Raveneau, Tina & Neilson-Kelly, Julie" Black Ink Press 2010 9781863340885 K-2 "This book is best the first time you read it. Enjoy the insight of a child in a colourful family. Beautiful, funny and inspiring, with vibrant illustrations." 28764 "Beautiful lie, A" "Master, Irfan" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408805756 7-9 "In 1947, Bilal is shields his dying father from the truth about the violence that is threatening India and their formerly peaceful community. With determination and help from friends, Bilal persuades others to collude with him in this deception, even printing false pages of the local newspaper. Bilal just wants his father to die in peace but that means Bilal has a complicated relationship with the truth." 5168 Beautiful mess "Christian, Claire" Text Publishing Co 2017 9781925498547 7-9 "Since Ava lost Kelly, things haven't been going so well. Even before she gets thrown out of school for shouting at the principal, there's the simmering rage and all the weird destructive choices. The only thing going right for Ava is her job at Magic Kebab. Which is where she meets Gideon. Skinny, shy, anxious Gideon. A mad poet and collector of vinyl records with an aversion to social media. He lives in his head. She lives in her grief. The only people who can help them move on with their lives are each other. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 49280 Beautiful monster "McCaffrey, Kate" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921361982 7-9 "Tessa needs to be perfect, the perfect daughter, with the perfect marks and the perfect body. But, there is a fine line between being in control and being controlled, in Tessa's effort to achieve perfection. Contains mature themes and some language in context. Usually read by student in Years 9,10 or above." 846 Beauty and the beast "Morpurgo, Michael & Schauer, Loretta (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007513406 3-4 A timeless story celebrating the triumph of love and the message that true beauty comes from within. 5757 "Beauty is in the walking, The" "Moloney, James" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732299941 7-9 "Everyone thinks they know what Jacob O'Leary can and can't do, and they're not shy about telling him either. But, no one, not even Jacob, knows what he's truly capable of. When a shocking and mystifying crime leaves his small country town reeling, and fingers start pointing at a young Muslim boy at his school, Jacob is convinced the police have accused the wrong guy. He's determined to prove it, and himself, to everyone. Challenging book; usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 35592 Because of you "Harry, Pip" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259777 7-9 "Tiny is an eighteen-year-old girl living on the streets of Sydney, running from her small-town past. She finds short-term accommodation at Hope Lane - a shelter for the homeless - where she meets Nola, a high school student on volunteer placement. Both girls share their love of words through the Hope Lane writing group. Can they share their secrets, too? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 46267 Because you are with me "Dunstan, Kylie" Lothian Books 2010 9780734411013 K-2 Spend the day with a little girl and her daddy as they discover all the things they can achieve together. Especially if there's help from someone you love. 3904 Because you'll never meet me "Thomas, Leah" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408862629 7-9 "There are truths you can only tell a stranger, and this friendship is the strangest. Ollie and Moritz are best friends, but they can never meet, because if they ever did, one of them will most certainly die. As recluses from society, they develop a fierce bond through letters that become a lifeline. But when Moritz reveals the key to their shared, disturbing past, their friendship faces a test neither one of them expected." 30767 Becoming Aurora "Kasmer, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254208 7-9 "Sixteen year old Rory (Aurora) is at the crossroads in her life. While her gang plans its next move in a racially motivated turf war, Rory refuses to reveal their names and takes the rap for an attack on the local immigrant community. She is sentenced to community care in an aged care facility. There, she meets resident and ex-boxer Jack, an encounter that leads her to Essam, a young migrant boxer, who will challenge her prejudices and force her to address the mistakes of her past. Some violence. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 15405 Becoming Billy Dare "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781865087351 7-9 "When his mother dies, Paddy runs away from school and stows on a ship sailing to Australia. In his new land, Paddy is willing to try anything and has many jobs until he finally discovers what he really wants to do." 15136 Becoming Buddha: the story of Siddhartha "Stewart, Whitney & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407726 7-9 "Find out how Prince Siddhartha grew in knowledge and enlightenment to become Buddha, one of the greatest religious influences on the world." 4095 Becoming Kirrali Lewis "Harrison, Jane" Magabala Books 2015 9781922142801 7-9 "In 1985, Kirrali Lewis, a young Aboriginal teenager, leaves her home town in rural Victoria to begin a law degree in Melbourne. Adopted at birth by a white family, Kirrali doesn't question her cultural roots until a series of life-changing events force her to face up to her true identify. Her decision to search for her biological parents sparks off a political awakening that no one sees coming, least of all Kirrali." 2571 Bed tails "Costain, Meredith & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670073368 K-2 "There are two in the bed. Mum and Dad are slumbering, snoring, rumbling, tucked up cosily and peacefully in bed. Then, a scary storm outside brings everyone, one by one, into Mum and Dad's bed. I wonder if anyone will ever get a good night's sleep." 21038 Bee & me "Jay, Alison" Old Barn Books 2016 9781910646052 K-2 "A little girl befriends a bee, which takes her on a journey of discovery. A wordless picture book." 15299 "Bee-man of Orn, The" "Stockton, Frank R & Lynch, P J (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9781844285068 7-9 The Bee-man is happy with his lot until he learns from a Junior Sorcerer that he was once something else and has been transformed. But what was he? The Bee-man sets out on a quest to discover the answer. 3113 Been here all along "Hall, Sandy" Swoon Reads 2016 9781250100658 7-9 "Gideon always had a plan. His plans include running for class president, leading the yearbook committee and having his choice of colleges. They do not include falling head over heels for his best friend and next-door neighbour, Kyle. Kyle finally feels like he has a handle on life. He has a wonderful girlfriend, a best friend willing to debate the finer points of Lord of the Rings and social acceptance as captain. Then both Ruby and Gideon start acting weird...Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1915 Beetle boy "Leonard, M G & Sarda, Julia (ill)" Chicken House 2016 9781910002704 5-6 "When his dad mysteriously goes missing from his job as Director of Science at the Natural History Museum, Darkus Cuttle moves in with his eccentric uncle. Next door live two lunatic cousins with an enormous beetle infestation. But, the beetles are anything but ordinary. They're an amazing, intelligent super species, and they're in danger of being exterminated. Darkus and his friends must save the beetles. But, they're up against the mad scientist of fashion and haute couture, Lucretia Cutter, who has dastardly plans for the bugs." 35 Beetle soup: Australian stories and poems for children "Morrow, Robin (comp) & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1996 9781863885928 5-6 An anthology of Australian stories and poems with whimsical pictures. 15300 Beetles and bugs "Harley, Diana & Yates, Sue-Ellen (ill)" Sapphire Coast Press 2003 9780975145029 K-2 "An entertaining and educational book about Australian beetles and bugs, with coloured pictures depicting the simple text. Useful text for increasing students' understanding of vocabulary." Before they were famous series "Corby, Caroline" 5-6 "Historical fiction, easily read but with mature and fascinating content that gives an insight into the people who have shaped history. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3296 Before you forget "Lawrinson, Julia" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780143574071 7-9 "Year Twelve is not off to a good start for Amelia. Art is her world, but her art teacher hates everything she does; her best friend has stopped talking to her; her mother and father may as well be living in separate houses; and her father is slowly forgetting everything. Even Amelia. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 36078 "Beginner's guide to revenge, The" "Musgrove, Marianne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742750866 5-6 "At just thirteen, Romola has changed school five times and always has trouble making friends. By chance, she meets Sebastian and they help each other resolve some serious feelings of injustice. Romola is having trouble with some friends who are being mean to her and Sebastian is missing his dad. If someone did something very hurtful to you and you had a perfect way to pay them back, would you do it? Romola and Sebastian have to make just such a decision." 9504 "Beginnings to Federation: the shortest history of Australia, volume 1" "Simpson, Judith" Simon & Schuster 2000 9780864179791 3-4 "Nearly fifty million years crammed into forty pages. A brief description of prehistoric Australia, the history of Aboriginal peoples and thirty milestones in white Australian history up to the opening of the first Federal Parliament." 20959 Being Agatha "Pignataro, Anna" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760067267 K-2 "Agatha has her dad's nose and her mum's ears. When her relatives get together, it's clear that Agatha doesn't quite fit in. And, when she starts kindergarten, Agatha realises just how different she is from everyone else. One day, her teacher tells the class that, like a snowflake, everyone is special in their own way. She asks each child to tell how they might be special but Agatha cannot think of a single reason, and she sneaks away to hide." 130800 Being Bee "Bateson, Catherine" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235665 7-9 "Bee isn't about to change just because her dad is going to remarry. However, when Jazz starts living with dad earlier than expected, Bee knows things will change whether she likes it or not. An unlikely source helps her come to terms with the situation." 12364 Being Bindy "Brugman, Alyssa" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741142181 7-9 "This is what happens when your worst enemy, who used to be your best friend, threatens to become your sister. Bindy makes some tough decisions as she faces adolescence and the problems caused by her parents' new relationships. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1080 Being here "Jonsberg, Barry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742373850 7-9 "Sixteen year old Carly is interviewing Leah Cartwright for her local history project. Leah resists, determined to tell her own story of a lonely child on an isolated farm, whose only escape is in the world of books. Carly is drawn into the story about Leah's present, past, secrets, an unlikely boy who changes everything, and a rich imagination that rescues her from a grim reality. Includes some violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Beka Cooper series "Pierce, Tamora" 7-9 Science fiction/fantasy series. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. See Series lists for individual titles. 9622 Belinda "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1998 9780140544930 K-2 "Every day, Old Tom tends his vegetables while Mrs Farmer milks Belinda, the cow, so there is always plenty of milk, cream and butter. But, when Mrs Farmer goes away, Old Tom must catch Belinda and milk her himself." 5043 Belinda the ninja ballerina "Baker, Candida & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2015 9781925272048 K-2 "Belinda doesn't want to be a ballerina, she wants to be a ninja. Perhaps, she can be both at the same time." 6977 Bella and the wandering house "McKinlay, Meg" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162301 3-4 "One morning, Bella is very surprised to discover her house has moved in the night. Not a lot, just a little and, every time it stops, it's near water. Initially, her parents are too busy to notice until they wake up to find their house on the banks of a lake. Night after night, the house moves and the family wakes to a new location. Bella must try to solve the mystery." 4988 Bella's bad hair day "King, Stephen Michael" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313619 K-2 "When Bella wakes up to find her hair in a huge, tangled mess, it is a problem of momentous proportions exacerbated when mum is totally preoccupied completing a painting surrounded by numerous pets. Dad is equally oblivious, engrossed in his rendition of Beethoven on their baby grand piano. So Bella needs to sort this calamity herself with various forms of hilarious camouflage." 12770 Belonging "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2004 9780744592276 5-6 "This wordless picture book, with exquisite collage illustrations, explores the re-greening of a city, the role of community and the significance of children, family and neighbourhood in changing the urban environment." 7811 Belvedere dreaming "Ryan, Kate & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Puffin Australia 2002 9780143500438 3-4 "Belvedere, the koala, dreams of visiting the city. He gathers all the essential items for taking such a long journey. Now, all Belvedere needs is a travelling companion." 8954 Ben & Gracie's art adventure "Wilson, Mark " Lothian Books 2011 9780734411426 3-4 "When Ben and Gracie visit the art gallery, a gold coin transports them into the paintings of artist Frederick McCubbin. They venture back in time, meeting and travelling with new settlers to Australia. Ben and Gracie see the difficulties faced in the harsh Australian bush environment. As they venture deeper into the forest, the pair lose their way as night falls." Ben and Tim's magical misadventures series "Forsyth, Kate & Vane, Mitch (ill)" 3-4 "Ben and his brother, Tim, meddle with magic and that's always a dangerous thing to do. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8804 Bend it like Beckham "Dhami, Narinder" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340860946 7-9 "A novelisation of the film screen play in which a young Indian girl's talent for soccer is discovered. The issues, of cultural expectations of girls and the problems of living between two cultures, are raised." 4400 Benjamin Pillow in the Land of Nod "Cooper, R P" Windy Hollow Books 2006 9781921136016 K-2 "In Benjamin Pillow's dream, he rides through Nod's amazing dreamland. Follow him as he tries to rescue one of Nod's shining lights." 7076 Benny & Babe "Colfer, Eoin" Penguin 2005 9780143300564 7-9 "Benny and Babe are unlikely friends who decide to go into business together, but they need to avoid the bullying of Furty Howlin. Their business of scavenging fishing tackle leads to a very dangerous encounter." 29840 Benny Bungarra's big bush clean-up "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill)" Magabala Books 2018 9781925360882 K-2 Benny Bungarra comes to the rescue when his friends are in danger from rubbish left by humans. 36 Beowulf "Heaney, Seamus" Faber & Faber 2000 9780571203765 7-9 "A translation of the classic, Anglo-Saxon epic of warriors, dragons and monsters composed between the 7th and 10th centuries. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 7709 Beowulf "Morpurgo, Michael" Walker Books 2006 9781406305975 5-6 "Beowulf, the fearless warrior battles three evils that terrorise the entire kingdom of Denmark. He slays Grendel the merciless ogre and his vengeful sea hag mother. In his old age, Beowulf faces a bloody struggle with the deadly dragon of the deep in which he may not be as successful as in his youth." 17171 Beowulf: graphic novel "Hinds, Gareth (adapt)" Candlewick Press 2007 9780763630232 7-9 "Gareth Hinds' Beowulf is a beautiful graphic novel, with some violent scenarios, remaining true to the classic Norse saga about Beowulf. He tackles a dragon with tragic consequences leaving questions about the real cost of his sacrifice. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 819 Bermuda triangle "Donkin, Andrew" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751362664 3-4 "A collection of scary, true stories about the mysterious vanishings of planes and ships in an area of the ocean known as the Bermuda Triangle. Lots of interesting fact-finding with difficult vocabulary explained." 822 Bernice knows best "Dann, Max & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780340622087 3-4 "Hugh is a walking, talking disaster without any friends, until he meets Bernice. Her specialty is accident-prone boys but Hugh is a challenge even for Bernice." 4789 Bertha and Bear "Sharp, Christine" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702254062 K-2 "There's a storm brewing and the hive must find a new a home. With clouds filling the sky and thunder growling, Bertha bravely rises to the occasion...until she meets Bear that is!" 1072 Bertie "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2013 9780670076956 K-2 "When Bertie is grumpy, everyone is grumpy - the queen, the baby, the maid, the king and the little dog. What would happen if Bertie was happy." 8325 Bertie and the bear "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1989 9780140509724 K-2 A beautifully simple story of Bertie and the bear and a wonderful excuse for children to join in the noise-making. 4460 Bessie's war "Bell, Krista & Elliot, Belinda (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2017 9781922081667 3-4 Bessie is cross. Everyone else seems to have a role to play in the war effort and she wants to help too. But what can a young girl in Australia do to help the soldiers all the way over in Europe? 66698 "Best ballgirl, The" "Flynn, Pat" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305743 7-9 "When Kristen discovers that her tennis hero, Maggie Stephenson, is playing in a tournament at her tennis club, she is desperate to be chosen as one of the ballgirls. But, her arch rival, Sally, looks set to sabotage Kristen's chances of appearing on centre court and to steal the guy that she likes a lot." 5719 Best bear "Dodd, Emma" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2008 9781862336667 K-2 "A worn-out bear is the most special thing in this little boy's life. With best bear in his arms, he can face the whole world and even the dark." 5828 "Best day of my life, The" "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379142 7-9 "In Jharia, India,Valli spends her days picking up coal and fighting with her cousins. Her family won't let her go to school and there's never enough food. When Valli discovers that her 'aunt' is a stranger who was paid to take her, she leaves Jharia and begins a new life, surviving on the streets of Kolkata. A chance encounter with a doctor may change her life but Valli must decide if she trusts enough to accept help. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 22963 "Best friend is a goldfish, My" "Lee, Mark & Jevons, Chris (ill)" Lerner Publishing Group 2018 9781512426014 K-2 "After arguing with his best friend about which game to play, a boy decides its time to find a new best friend. So he tries to become friends with his dog, his cat, and his goldfish. He learns to eat on the floor with his dog, take naps with his cat, and watch the world from underwater with his goldfish." 6553 Best friends "Walker, Sue & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781862915718 3-4 "Grace and Amy are best friends who share everything. When Amy starts playing with Lisa, Grace's stomach does flip flops because she doesn't want to share Amy with anyone else and she doesn't know what to do." 10812 Best mate "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780007262434 5-6 Joy and heartbreak combine in this bittersweet tale of a champion greyhound's journey through life as he passes from owner to owner. A wonderful story of the bond between a pet and three families who get back much more than they could have imagined from allowing a dog into their lives. This book is also known as Born to Run. 9457 Best mates: six favourite stories "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780008118556 3-4 "If you love animals and good stories, then you will really enjoy this book of short stories about dogs, cats, horses, dolphins and whales." 27801 "Best singer in the world, The" "Nilsson, Ulf & Eriksson, Eva (ill)" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579134 K-2 "Having to perform at school to celebrate spring can be a nerve-racking experience. It will be on a real stage, with proper spotlights. A gentle, funny picture book about being brave." 24183 Beth: the story of a child convict "Wilson, Mark" Lothian Books 2016 9780734416773 5-6 "After being caught stealing on the streets of London, Beth is sent to Australia as a child convict on the First Fleet. Through Beth's story, we discover the unbearable hardships those first convicts suffered, not only on the long journey to Sydney Cove but also in the two years of near-famine following their arrival. A story inspired by the life of the youngest female convict with the First Fleet." 5900 Better Nate than ever "Federle, Tim" Walker Books 2015 9781406361537 7-9 "Thirteen year old Nate Foster doesn't enjoy his life. He is nothing like his sporty brother, his strict parents seem to be close to divorce and he's bullied about his weight and sexuality (Nate is currently undecided). With his love of Broadway musicals, Nate grabs a chance to escape when he hears about an audition. As his naive plan disintegrates, Nate stays just one step ahead of disaster while keeping his sense of humour." 29866 Between shades of gray "Sepetys, Ruta" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780143205418 7-9 "In 1941, fifteen year old Lina is preparing for art school and looking forward to summer. When the Soviet secret police invade her home and forcibly remove Lina, her mother and brother, they must fight for their lives. They are transported via cattle trucks from Lithuania to remote Siberia in a harrowing, violent journey. It is also a story of incredible courage and strength. Includes violence and cruelty. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 61034 Between the lives "Shirvington, Jessica" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9780732296261 7-9 "Sabine is an eighteen year old caught between two lives. Her life in Wellesey is the almost perfect world, a place of glamorous friends, all you could want and a doting boyfriend. Her other life in Roxbury is less than perfect and here she is considered by many as a rebel, out of place. Every twenty-four hours on the stroke of midnight, Sabine moves between worlds. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 1071 Between the pages "van Loon, Joan & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928444 K-2 "Two boys become so engrossed in the animal book they are reading that they become part of the story, encountering adventures and challenges which can only be escaped by the turning the page. Escaping from a python's nest only to meet even more fearsome crocodiles, angry emus and hordes of redback spiders." 836 Beware of the storybook wolves "Child, Lauren" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2000 9780340779163 5-6 This book with colourful illustrations and an interesting layout will tell you what to do if the wolves ever escape from your storybook. 4213 Beyond the bright sea "Wolk, Lauren" Penguin 2017 9780552574303 7-9 "Crow was just a baby when she was tied into a boat and pushed out to sea. When she washes up onto a tiny island, there are just 3 clues to her origin; a birthmark in the shape of a feather, a ruby ring and a sea-soaked letter with just a few cryptic words remaining. 12 years later, when a mysterious fire appears across the ocean, Crow starts to wonder who she is and where she came from. Crow will set out on a remarkable treasure hunt, and discover what it truly means to be a family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 10695 Beyond the knock-knock door "Monk, Scott" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664072 5-6 "After ruining a classmate's costume party, the Bowman triplets are chased into the city sewers. Locked inside, they discover a gateway to another world where sharks fly, swashbucklers scheme and party costumes become real. The triplets are mistaken for famous heroes and must fight the biggest trouble of all." 38 "BFG, The" "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311371 5-6 "The big friendly giant captures Sophie but he only wants to keep her, not eat her, as the other giants would." 9926 "Bicycle, The" "Thompson, Colin & Blake, Quentin (ill)" ABC Books 2011 9780733329876 K-2 "In 2008, the author, Colin Thompson, visited Cambodia with Save the Children. Struck by the way the humble bicycle is central to so many people lives, he was inspired to create this picture book. It features the illustrations of fourteen internationally acclaimed artists, and conveys the worth and promise of something as simple as a bicycle." 19299 Bicycling to the moon "Parvela, Timo & Talvitie, Virpi (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570324 3-4 "Two unlikely friends, Purdy the cat and Barker the dog, live together in a sky-blue house on top of a hill. Barker likes the garden. He only wants to dig, to scratch up the earth and turn it over. But, Purdy has big dreams. He wants to fly south with the birds, win the singing competition and be a Supercat. One day, Purdy decides that if he could just get a bicycle and ride it to the moon, he would be the happiest cat in the world, and never want anything else again. Ever." 3900 Biddy's fishing-line "Priman, Bridget & Paul, Robbie (ill)" Black Ink Press 2006 9781863340120 K-2 The river is running and a girl's long journey to school through the bush is full of possibilities. 38586 Big and little "Rawlins, Donna" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2006 9781741661170 K-2 "Shipley and Gwendoline are friends. They are given beautiful presents for their birthdays but one is too big and one is too small. In the end, they are able to work it all out in a not surprising way as they exchange gifts." 780 Big and me "Miller, David" Ford Street Publishing 2008 9781876462697 K-2 "Big and Small are two machines working together on building projects. But, Big starts to malfunction by driving into the water, thinking he is a boat, and picking Small up because he thinks the other machines want to hurt Small. Small turns to the boss and mechanic, who find that Big's computer is getting mixed up. They help Big to get better and offer support to Small." 848 Big bad Bruce "Bates, Dianne & Johns, Cheryll (ill)" Koala Books 2007 9780864617712 K-2 "Bruce roars around on his Harley and appears to be a fearsome and lawless bikie. Maybe, Bruce isn't quite what his image appears to be." 46511 Big bad bun "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709252 K-2 "There never was a rabbit as bad as Big Bad Bun. Or so you'd think if you read the letter which he left on his bed after school one day. But, it turns out that Big Bad Bun might not be as bad as he makes out." 73759 Big bad bunnies "Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302285 3-4 "Sandra is scared of bunny rabbits. She's frightened of their nasty ears and evil bunny eyes. When the family visits the petting zoo with baby animals, Sandra hopes there won't be any bunnies there." 8551 "Big ball of string, The" "Mueller, Ross & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741146158 K-2 "A small boy wants to play soccer. He doesn't have a ball so he uses a big ball of string. He has a wonderful time kicking it around the park and along the street but by the time he gets home, his ball has disappeared." Big bash league series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 850 "Big bazoohley, The" "Carey, Peter" University of Queensland Press 1995 9780702228322 3-4 "Wearing his """"Sonic the Hedgehog"""" pyjamas, Sam Kellow sleep-walks out of the hotel room where he is staying with his parents. Sam has the opportunity to win a big jackpot and save his family's finances in this hilarious, zany adventure." 119996 Big black dog "Glicksman, Caroline" Walker Books 2005 9781406302172 3-4 "Everyone may have been scared of Big Black Dog but Big Black Dog was scared of everything. Until, one day he has to be very brave. Find out if Big Black Dog will save his friend or if his fears win out." 33129 "Big book of Antartica, The" "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2017 9781742034188 5-6 "Antarctica is the driest, coldest and windiest continent on Earth. Even though it is a harsh and difficult place to live, Antarctica is home to more than a thousand plant and several hundred animal species. Antarctica has 90 per cent of Earth's ice and plays a major role in our weather. Scientists from around the world live and work in Antarctica to better understand the future of our planet. Welcome to The Big Book of Antarctica. " 2400 Big book of Aussie dinosaurs "Richards, Kel & Singleton, Glen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742830568 5-6 Everything you have ever wanted to know about when dinosaurs ruled Australia. 63187 Big book of fantasy quests "Dixon, Andrew" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2006 9780746070383 5-6 "Detailed and colourful fantasy-adventure scenes filled with things to find, mysteries to solve and colourful creatures and characters to outwit." 1662 Big book of numbers "Spencer, Adam" Xoum Publishing 2014 9781921134326 7-9 "If you love numbers, want to love numbers or just love to laugh and learn about the wonderful life we live, then this numbers book is for you. Discover primes, Pi, perfect numbers and how many ribs an elephant has." 15061 "Big brother, little brother" "Dale, Penny" Walker Books 1999 9780744569537 K-2 "When little brother cries and shouts, big brother knows why. But sibling rivalry often gets in the way. When big brother is upset, he finds out what little brother will do." 3053 "Big dig, The" "McKinlay, Meg" Walker Books 2009 9781921529139 5-6 "When the Newton Community Pool is closed until further notice, Nathan and his mates are unimpressed. The alternative, the BayView Leisure Centre, might be modern and flashy, but it is steamy, crowded and no fun. But, Nathan has an idea that is so brilliant in its simplicity. They can dig themselves a pool in the backyard." 857 Big dog "Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863888479 K-2 Jen is scared of the big dog down the street. She and her big brother decide to confront the dog in a lion's costume. But they don't know what the dog will do. 1158 "Big dry, The" "Davis, Tony" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2013 9780732297633 7-9 "With each year of drought the heat became worse. The lawns and crops withered and died. Buildings began to crumble and collapse, and more people left the city. George and his little brother, Beeper, become worried when their father fails to return from a trip to town for food and fuel. Fear for the safety of their dad quickly becomes a fight for their own survival in the hot and brutal conditions. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18036 "Big earth, little me" "Wiley, Thom" Scholastic Australia 2009 9780545092258 K-2 A book to help the very young find out what they can do for the Earth. The simple flap book shows how to make the whole world a better place by doing little things in local places. Printed with organic soy-based ink. 7616 "Big eyes, scary voice" "Wignell, Edel & Pearce, Carl (ill)" Tamarind Books 2008 9781870516884 K-2 "At sunset, shadows lengthen and a walk through the dappled light in the park can trigger a sense of fear. Mum is with Tania and Josh as they search for the source of the scary sounds and large glittering eyes." 57744 "Big fat cow that goes kapow, The" "Griffiths, Andy" Pan MacMillan 2008 9780330424158 3-4 "Inside this book, you can meet Dave, the brave, and discover where worms learn to squirm. But, beware, there is also an exploding cow. Very humorous and very, very short stories told in rhyme." 43455 Big fella rain "Webber, Beryl & Martins, Fern (ill)" Magabala Books 2017 9781925360639 3-4 "Way up north, lightning flashes, thunder rolls and frogs sing a chorus. Big fella rain is coming." 30218 Big game "Smith, Dan" Chicken House 2015 9781909489943 7-9 "Thirteen year old Oskari is sent into the Finnish wilderness, armed only with a bow and arrow, to survive in an ancient test of manhood. But, he stumbles upon an escape pod from a burning airliner. Terrorists have shot down the President of the United States. To survive, this improbable duo must trust each other and become a team capable of overcoming the danger that is imminent." 35281 "Big little book of happy sadness, The" "Thompson, Colin" Random House Children's Books 2008 9781741662573 5-6 "One Friday, George visits the animal shelter and, in the very last cage, he sees Jeremy, a sad dog who looks as lonely and lost as George feels." Big Nate series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15289 Big Ned's bushwalk "Laguna, Sofie & Cox, David" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407504 3-4 "Ned's athletic family are worried that he is too quiet. When they send him on a bushwalk and a storm breaks, it is Ned's quiet observation skills that save the day." 12303 Big Nuisance "Morimoto, Junko" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9781740518765 K-2 "Life in Sleepy Village is very slow and nothing's changed for a long, long time, until the meddlesome giant Big Nuisance comes to stay and starts a whole lot of trouble." 1639 Big pet day "Shanahan, Lisa & Gordon, Gus (ill)" Lothian Books 2014 9780733620997 K-2 "Today is pet day in Lily's class. All the kids bring in their pets - hermit crabs, parrots, mice, puppies, ferrets and ducks - but Lily brings her dragon. Class smarty-pants Courtney says to Lily that dragons are only in fairy tales so how could she have a dragon. However, when all the pets misbehave in the middle of the important pet parade, guess who saves the day." 12972 "Big picture book of environments, The" "Long, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741754605 5-6 "With stunning images and fact boxes, this book reveals Earth's diversity and beauty. It explores the effects of changing climate on environments around the world including the great rivers, deserts, Arctic regions, cities and forests." 14856 "Big picture book of human civilisation, The" "Long, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741757002 5-6 "If you love facts and figures or you are a budding scientist, this book will tell you about the great advances and crises of human history, from 20, 000 years ago until now. Read about the first cultivated crops, the taming of cats and dogs, the discovery of electricity, the earliest city and lots more." 4850 Big picture book outdoors "Lacey, Minna & Stubbs, Rachel (ill) & Russell, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781409598732 3-4 "From fields and woodlands, rivers and ponds, to city parks and gardens, wherever you are, you can go outdoors and discover wildlife. The beautiful pictures in this book are full of all kinds of birds, butterflies and wild flowers to look out for. " 18392 "Big picture book, The" "Long, John & Choo, Brian (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741143287 5-6 Description of Planet Earth's history from twelve billion years ago until now. Also includes a prediction about its future. 15290 Big rain coming "Germein, Katrina & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Roland Harvey Books 1999 9780949714664 3-4 "This book invokes both a feeling of listlessness and of expectation. The children in an Aboriginal camp in northern Australia are waiting. Uncle Stephen predicts the big wet is coming but, day after day, the hot, dry weather continues." 15871 Big red bath "Jarman, Julia & Reynolds, Adrian (ill)" Orchard Books 2005 9781843626053 K-2 Ben and Bella have a wonderful time splashing around in the bath with all their friends. Their bath-time adventure might be real or imagined but it certainly makes a big mess. 72766 Big Red Hen and the little lost egg "Wild, Margaret & Denton, Terry (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780670871919 K-2 "Big Red Hen is very good at looking after everyone's babies. But, what she wants most of all is someone of her own to love. One morning, Big Red Hen finds an egg in the hay." 1921 Big red kangaroo "Saxby, Claire & Byrne, Graham (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781921720420 3-4 "Far inland, where ocean is a dim memory, the sun floats on the waves of another bake-earth day. In the long shadows, a big red kangaroo licks his forearms and lets the early evening breeze wash over him." 10521 "Big surprise for Little Card, A" "Harper, Charise Mericle & Raff, Anna (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406367263 K-2 "In the world of cards, each one has a special job to do. Big Card keeps important papers in order. Tiny Card can be exchanged for a prize in an arcade and Round Card hangs out in a glamorous boutique. But, Little Card thinks he's really lucky. He's going to school to become a birthday card, with lots of singing, playing and eating cake. But, wait, there's been a mix-up. Little Card is going to be a library card instead, in a quiet place of books and rules and hushing." 15291 "Big ugly monster and the little stone rabbit, The" "Wormell, Chris" Random House Children's Books 2004 9780099455950 K-2 "An endearing story about a big, ugly monster who was so ugly that all the animals and birds ran away, the trees lost their leaves, the blue sky turned to grey. No-one would talk to him and he felt lonely until one day, he had an idea." 47646 "Big waves, The" "Caisley, Raewyn & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143305729 3-4 "Sandy's beach holiday is perfect. The waves are just the right size and it's great being with her older brother, Marcus, and her Aunty Missy, both of whom are enthusiastic surfers. But, when Sandy is dumped by a big wave, it's a frightening experience and her holiday isn't quite so perfect anymore." 24709 "Big yawn, The" "Spang, Monica & Bougaeva, Sonja (ill)" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467196 K-2 "It's night time at the zoo and all the animals are getting sleepy. First to yawn is the tiger, then the swans, the crocodiles and the giraffes until all the animals are very sleepy." 15041 "Bilbies of Bliss, The" "Wild, Margaret & Young, Noela (ill)" ABC Books 2005 9780733307683 3-4 "Matron runs the Bilbies' retirement home with an iron fist. New resident, Nina, challenges the unfair and unkind rules and the elderly bilbies get rid of the bullying matron." 982 Bilby moon "Spurling, Margaret" Working Title Press 2001 9781876288297 K-2 "A delightful book about Australian fauna and flora, the phases of the moon and the life of nocturnal animals." 9766 Bilby secrets "Wignell, Edel & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921529320 3-4 "Through a combination of story and fact, find out about the relatively unknown life of the endangered bilby, from birth to adulthood, and the natural world which it inhabits." 12936 Bill Gates: computer legend "Barton-Wood, Sara" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2001 9780750238830 7-9 "In 1995, Bill Gates launched Microsoft Windows, a computer program now used by people at work and at play all around the world. As head of Microsoft, he is the richest man in the world and aims to be the largest benefactor in history." 15301 Bill in a china shop "Weaver, Katie McAllaster" Bloomsbury 2003 9780747564911 K-2 "Bill, the bull, has a passion for fine china and spies a lovely teacup in a china shop. The shopkeeper makes Bill nervous and when Bill is nervous in a china shop anything might happen." 19816 Bill rules "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2010 9780702238482 5-6 "Bill and Matty are the best of friends and neighbours which leads to exciting adventures and, sometimes, more than a little trouble. When Bill learns that his father is coming home from jail, his world is tipped upside down. Worries start to mount but Matty has an idea to help Bill. But life doesn't always go according to plan." 18412 Billie and the parent plan "Bryant, Ann" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746067550 5-6 "Billie's mum is getting married to a bald, old man. Billie doesn't fit in with her uncool stepfather and her posh stepsister and would rather live with her best mate, Archie. A funny book about Billie's valiant attempts to resist her new family." Billie B Brown & Billie B Mystery series "Rippin, Sally & Fukuoka, Aki (ill)" 3-4 "Meet Billie B Brown. She's brave, brilliant and bold and will become your best friend in no time. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 73198 Billionaire boy "Walliams, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007445349 5-6 "Joe Spud is the richest twelve year old because his father reinvented toilet paper and became rich. He owns a racing car and a crocodile, but the one thing he can't buy is a friend. When he changes schools, he encounters twin bullies, a greedy lunch lady and new friends." 25256 Billy and the Minpins "Dahl, Roald & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780141377506 3-4 "Billy's mum says he must never go out through the garden gate and explore the dark forest beyond. So, one day, that's exactly what he does!" Billy is a dragon series "Falk, Nick & Flowers, Tony (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15134 Billy Mack's war "Roy, James" University of Queensland Press 2004 9780702234798 5-6 "When Captain Mack is released from prison camp at the end of the war, no-one is sure what to expect, least of all his son Billy. He might be the same man who went off to war full of hope and pride or his experiences may have changed him forever." 2305 "Billy that died with its boots on, The" "Whiteside, Stephen" Walker Books 2014 9781922077431 5-6 "Paying homage to the rhythms, word play and humour of Banjo Paterson and C.J Dennis the author has looked to everyday Australian activities, landscapes and people for inspiration. The 65 poems are gathered in fifteen loose groupings including animals, leisure activities, and places. Best read to or with someone." 9287 Billy the kid "Morpurgo, Michael" Collins 2002 9780007105472 7-9 Billy doesn't think or act his age. His memories of his days as a Chelsea striker and his interests keep him younger than he seems. 868 Billy the punk "Carroll, Jessica" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780091829346 3-4 "Billy decides that he needs to look different, very different. He doesn't care that no-one much likes his spiky, coloured hair or his tatty, pinned clothes. Billy thinks he looks great." 39 Billy Thunder and the night gate "Carmody, Isobelle" Penguin 2000 9781740933971 7-9 "Rage is desperate to find the healing magic that will save her mother. Her quest leads her to Valley, a strange, dark place where witches and wizards lurk." 15196 Billy's beetle "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780340586358 K-2 "Billy's beetle is missing and the sniffy dog can help. He finds a hedgehog, two beetles that don't belong to Billy, a hairy caterpillar and some sausages. Someone will have to find Billy's beetle." 15302 Billywise "Nicholls, Judith & Cockcroft, Jason (ill)" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747569084 K-2 "Billywise, a baby owl, wonders if he'll ever be brave enough to fly." 12084 Bim bam boom "Wild, Margaret & Harris, Wayne (ill)" ABC Books 1998 9780733305627 K-2 "A counting book, with fabulous illustrations, featuring zoo animals, thunder and lightning. A book to be read aloud and a fun way for children to learn." Bindi wildlife adventures series "Irwin, Bindi and others" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 40 "Binna Binna man, The" "McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1999 9781865080710 7-9 A young Aboriginal boy is travelling back to his home on the mission to attend the funeral of a cousin. 14038 Bionicle: legacy of evil "Farshtey, Greg" Scholastic UK 2006 9780439828079 5-6 "The Piraka are the embodiment of evil. It is a mystery how they met, what caused them to join forces and how they learnt about the Mask of Life. Even more mysterious is the seventh Piraka." 27043 "Bippolo seed and other lost stories, The" "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007438457 K-2 A treasure trove of seven newly-discovered stories by Dr. Seuss. They include a scheming cat who leads an innocent duck to make a bad decision; a rabbit who is saved from a bear via a single eyelash; a fish that grew and grew; a tale about twins; fantastic creatures who follow a boy home in anticipation of a steak dinner; a spot of dirt that gets everywhere; and a boy with far-flung career fantasies. 15415 Bird "Lodge, Annette" ABC Books 2004 9780733314315 K-2 "Written in verse, this is a beautiful story of a boy who meets a strange bird on a beach. They share a common fear of life and are challenged by a colourful, charismatic fish who invites them to dive headlong into the unknown." 14259 Bird "Martin Vidal, Beatriz" Simply Read Books 2015 9781927018644 5-6 "Let your imagination fly in this evocative, wordless picture book." 4045 Bird and Bear "James, Ann" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2013 9781743465547 K-2 "Bird and Bear are the best of friends. When Bird and Bear go on a birthday picnic, they discover something surprising that will change how they see the world forever..." 5445 Bird builds a nest: A science storybook "Jenkins, Martin & Jones, Richard (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406355130 K-2 Bird is up early - she's building her nest. She pushes and pulls twigs into place until it's ready and waiting...can you guess what for? 5490 Bird to bird "Saxby, Claire & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781925381122 3-4 "This is the story of one bird, one seed and one tree. When a bird drops a seed to the floor of an English forest, who could imagine that it would be the start of a journey that continued across thousands of kilometres to Australia and into future generations. " 6494 Birdie in the sky "Mason, Prue" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305903 7-9 "Birdie and her dad love being up in the sky in their Tiger Moth plane, Peggybelle. That is, until a terrible accident makes it a matter of life and death, and Birdie finds herself flying the plane alone." 12094 Birds build nests "Winer,Yvonne & Oliver, Tony (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781876289355 3-4 "Where, how and why birds build nests written in charming verses filled with highly descriptive language and beautiful illustrations." 41 Birds of a feather "Masson, Sophie" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9781863304726 7-9 Year 6 schoolgirls must deal with issues of bullying. 45953 Birds of prey close up "Hope, Charles " Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742033341 5-6 "Take a closer look at these amazing predators. They use their keen eyesight, curved beaks, sharp talons and powerful legs to hunt, capture and kill their prey." 5707 Birds: questions and answers "Collins, Fergus" Kingfisher 2001 9780753405444 3-4 "Questions and answers about birds include information on bills and beaks, threats to birds and living with human changes to the environment. Colourful illustrations, fact boxes and captions are included." 130871 Birk the berserker "Klein, Robin" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862916814 3-4 "Birk the Berserker is a young Viking who cannot be fierce. Even his own mother finds him embarrassing. Forced to go raiding, Birk is captured by villagers who plan to execute him. Eventually, the peaceful Birk can turn his back on violence." 9558 "Birth of the moon, The" "Hol, Coby" North South Books 2000 9780735812499 3-4 "The sun gives the moon as a gift to the animals, but it makes the moon come and go to remind the animals to appreciate it. Exciting pictures of the moon and the sun." 2245 "Birthday book: an illustrated treasury of stories and poems, The" "Morpurgo, Michael (ed) & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Jonathan Cape 2008 9780224083607 5-6 "A collection of fact and fiction, some extracts and some complete works, with a common theme of birthdays. Illustrations by Quentin Blake add a lovely dimension." 4825 "Birthday cake mystery, The" "Tjong-Khing, The" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579103 K-2 "This is a detective story, full of humorous details and red herrings. Follow the many different leads, presented in the illustrations, " 12179 Birthday party "Church, Diane" Watts 2000 9780749636722 K-2 Alexandra and her friends have to consider their food allergies when planning and preparing for Alexandra's fun birthday party. 6470 "Bit of a hero, A" "Phinn, Gervase" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709092 5-6 "Tom is finding it hard to come to terms with the death of his father, a firefighter, who lost his life trying to save a child. Life just gets worse when a bully joins his class at school and Mum meets a new man. Tom wonders whether he can find the courage within himself to stand up to the bully, and to accept the many changes in his life." 55591 "Bit of company, A" "Wild, Margaret & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921529054 K-2 "Christopher is lonely. His mother is busy with the baby triplets and Christopher is left to his own devices. Sometimes, he peeps through the fence at his neighbour, Molly MacNamara, and wants to say hello. Little does he know that Molly is also so lonely she could scream. One day, when she does just that, her scream brings Christopher running." 2793 Bite of the mango "Kamara, Mariatu & McClelland, Susan" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741757750 7-9 "By thirteen, Mariatu had experienced rape, genital mutilation, an unwanted pregnancy and witnessed the horrors of war in Sierra Leone. Both her hands were amputated when she was captured by rebel soldiers. Her honest and unembellished account of her life is inspiring with its hope for a better future and the great love that the survivors share. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17958 Bittangabee Tribe: an Aboriginal story from coastal New South Wales "Cruse, Beryl (et al) & Austin, Jana (ill)" Aboriginal Studies Press 2009 9780855756987 3-4 "Explores the story of a family living on the coast of south-east Australia who travel to the Australian Alps in the summer to meet with other tribes and feast on Bogong moths. At the end of the season they travel back to their home for lobster season. Includes references to Indigenous trading, Aboriginal lifestyle pre-colonisation, bush tucker, traditional language and boundary divisions and Indigenous seasons." 68366 Bitter chocolate "Grindley, Sally" Bloomsbury 2010 9780747595021 7-9 A gripping story of two boys whose lives are anything but carefree. Pascal and Kojo work on a cocoa plantation in West Africa and they desperately want to get back to their homes to see if their families are still alive. Global social issues of child soldiers and child labour are sensitively and realistically portrayed. 4413 Bizarre dinosaurs: some very strange creatures and why we think they got that way "Sloan, Christopher" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303302 3-4 "Meet a group of very strange creatures indeed. The characters include Masiakasaurus, a fiercesome beast whose mouth bristled with serrated, slightly hooked teeth; Deinocheirus with his ungainly long arms and huge triple claws; and Epedendrosaurus with a tiny body and pinky fingers as long as his arms." 43 Blabber mouth "Gleitzman, Morris" Pan MacMillan 1992 9780330273534 5-6 "Rowena cannot speak. Unlike Rowena, her father, whom she decides to change, is blundering and enthusiastic and obsessed with country music." 9214 Blabber mouth: the play "Morris, Mary" Currency Press 2004 9780868194219 7-9 "This stage adaptation of Gleitzman's novel explores disabilities, friendship and families." 39649 Black "Ferris, Fleur" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9781925324976 7-9 "Ebony Marshall is in her final year of high school. She can't wait to leave quiet, little Dainsfield, where she's known only as Black due to her name. But, there's another reason. Everyone says Black is cursed. Three friends have died in tragic accidents. Now, it's easier to be on her own. When her formal date ends up in intensive care, the gibes and rejection escalate. Black is in danger. She has to fight for her life, find help when uncertain of who to trust, and strike out at the superstition and hysteria." 88179 Black Baron "Opie, Robyn" Walker Books 2008 9781921150586 5-6 "Black Baron was the best racing cockroach ever, in fact he was unbeaten. He lived a secret life of privilege and fame hidden under Jake's bed, until the day that Jake's mum discovered him. Black Baron must survive the exterminators if he is to live to race again." 44 Black Beauty "Sewell, Anna" Puffin UK 2008 9780141321035 7-9 "Black Beauty is a handsome, sweet-tempered colt with a strong spirit. As a young colt, he is free to gallop in the fresh meadows with his beloved mother and their kind master. But, when his owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty goes from a life of comfort and kindness to one of hard labour and cruelty. But, Black Beauty is brave, with an unbreakable spirit and will." 5625 "Black book of colours, The" "Cottin, Menena & Faria, Rosana" Walker Books 2010 9781406322187 5-6 "An extraordinary and unique picture book, complete with Braille and embossed illustrations. All black in colour, it is stylistically striking and offers the sighted reader an unparalleled insight into the interpretation of the world from the perspective of a blind child." 11366 Black dog "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 1992 9780140543957 3-4 "Black dog and Christina live together in a little house near a forest. They have been best friends for a very long time. Then, suddenly, on a cold day in winter, everything begins to change." 36184 "Black dog gang, The" "Newton, Robert" Penguin Books Australia 2007 9780143302148 7-9 "Set in The Rocks, Sydney, in the early 20th century. When Frankie first meets his new neighbour, Mickey Collins, he's not sure what to make of the scruffy, tough-talking ratbag. But, when he forms a gang, Mickey soon proves he's quick on his feet and good in a fight. " 50708 "Black dress: Mary MacKillop's early years, The" "Freeman, Pamela" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031637 7-9 "The story of Mother Mary MacKillop told from the perspective of MacKillop reminiscing on her death bed. The book details her life, from growing up in poverty in the Australian outback and the inspirations behind her decision to join the Convent and establish the Congregation of the Sisters of St Joseph. " 871 Black fella white fella "Murray, Neil" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2012 9780980794892 3-4 "Black fella white fella doesn't matter what your colour - the message is clear, We are all brothers and sisters no matter where we are from in this world." 8957 Black Jack Anderson "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 2008 9780143005940 7-9 "The infamous Black Jack Anderson, Australia's most notorious pirate, was a towering black American holed up with his evil-doing gang in the treacherous seas and islands off the south west coast of Australia. The fascinating details of his life and times; his mistresses, the treachery, bloodshed and escapes are as compelling as his personality, with his resourcefulness, power and passion. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3585 "Black Lotus, The" "Fanning, Kieran" Chicken House 2015 9781909489929 5-6 "Ghost, Cormac and Kate are junior recruits of the Black Lotus, an underground school for ninjas. When a powerful weapon is stolen, the three of them must battle through sixteenth-century Japan and present-day New York to stop a power-hungry shogun from destroying the city. Betrayal and the testing of friendships combine in a battle for world supremacy." 45 "Black ships before Troy: the story of the Iliad, The" "Sutcliff, Rosemary" Frances Lincoln 2000 9780711215221 5-6 An illustrated story of Homer's Iliad that climaxes with the story of the Wooden Horse of Troy. 15361 "Black skin, white cow" "Bernasconi, Pablo" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9781741660975 3-4 "The most coquettish cow on the farm decides that she no longer likes being black and white, but it's not easy for a cow to change her spots." 9320 Black snake: the daring of Ned Kelly "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2005 9781876372934 7-9 "Offers historical insights, without glorification, into the life of the outlaw as told by characters present at the various events in Ned's life. Supported by archival photographs, press clippings and quotes from correspondence and other documents." 9757 Black Sunday "McHugh, Evan" Omnibus Books 2016 9781743627990 5-6 "Nipper only wants to be one thing, a lifesaver. In his world, they're larger than life, walking, talking heroes. Nipper's too young but he starts to train in secret, challenging himself in the Bondi surf. But, his secret comes to light one hot Sunday in 1938, a day that has become infamous in Australia's history. Based on a true story." 83964 "Black swan, The" "Bridle, Celia" Windy Hollow Books 2010 9781921136566 5-6 "A black swan escapes from a cage and flies away to another land, where villagers welcome her to settle. They believe that birds bring good fortune and, each year, the villagers build nests beside the lake to lure them. The people ask the swan to incubate an egg found in one of the nests. When the ground shakes and everyone is afraid, the swan asks them to leave their valley." 4586 Black water "Metzenthen, David" Penguin Books Australia 2007 9780143005612 7-9 "When Farren's father goes missing at sea, all he wants is for his older brother to come home from the war in Gallipoli. But, when Danny returns, he has changed from the person Farren remembers. This is a story of two brothers' struggle to make their way in a difficult world. Mature themes and very strong language used in context throughout. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5122 Blackout "Pryor, Michael" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733611810 7-9 "An intense, electromagnetic pulse strikes earth, grinding the world to a halt. Holly wakes in the wreckage of a smashed car, next to her unconscious older brother. She sets out on a dangerous and violent quest to bring order to a world gone mad. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20139 Blackthorn's betrayal: honouring a warrior's pledge "Pulford, Elizabeth" Walker Books 2009 9781921529030 7-9 "Blackthorn's greatest desire, to become a Trahern warrior, is dangling within her reach. But, she must embark on a treacherous mission, deep into enemy territory, to infiltrate the Doane camp. She must locate the stolen daughter of Esil but the stakes are higher than she could ever imagine. As the mission takes a sinister twist, Blackthorn's instincts are put to the ultimate test." 3906 Blackthorn: becoming a forest warrior "Pulford, Elizabeth" Walker Books 2009 9781921529443 7-9 "Alyana is determined, despite being female, despite being so young, to become a great Trahern warrior. When her father dies, leaving her orphaned, she flees the constraints of her religious uncle's household and lives rough and wild, hunting and fighting in the great forest. Then her worst fears are realised. It is far worse to be captured by her enemies, the Doane, than endure her previous loneliness and isolation." 8177 Blading "Mason, Paul" Hodder & Stoughton 2001 9780750227834 5-6 "Advice to the beginner blader, whether young or old, on what equipment to use, where to skate and styles of blading, competitions and sponsorship. Introduces sports that use blading like hockey and speed skating." 57812 Blast off "Clark, Margaret" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143301851 3-4 "Adam wants to be an astronaut; it's all he ever thinks about. But, after a close encounter with Mad Marvin and his amazing space bubble, Adam changes his mind." 2225 Bleakboy and Hunter stand out in the rain "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250163 5-6 "Some things are too big for a boy to solve. Eleven year old Jesse is tackling many problems in life, especially fitting in to a new school. He must confront the school bully and try to come to terms with many other issues like whaling, poverty in Africa and, of course, parents. Luckily, he meets Kate who has curly black hair, braces, an infectious smile and needs Jesse's help." 130804 Blind trek "Kennedy, Jim" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302469 5-6 "Hilton and Tim can't stand each other. They are forced together via their parents' friendship and their bike has crashed in the middle of nowhere. The only way home is to walk. Danger lurks and, if the boys are to survive, they must work together." 4296 Blitz "Orme, David" Evans Bros 2007 9780237534448 7-9 "London is being bombed and children are evacuated to the country. Since his parents died, Martin can't stand being mothered and so he heads back to the city. But, London is not what he remembers, it's in flames and Martin is in danger." 7050 Blitz: a wartime girl's diary 1940-1941 "Cross, Vince" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103716 5-6 "Edie and her little brother, Tom, are evacuated to rural Wales during the Blitz on London. Many parents sent their children to live in a safer place when German bombs rained down on the major cities of England during World War II. For Edie and Tom it is not a happy solution. Edie struggles to mother and protect Tom in harsh countryside with an austere family and an unfriendly school community." 8225 Blood for blood "Graudin, Ryan" Orion 2016 9781780622057 7-9 "In 1950s Germany, the war is over but, for the resistance, the fight continues. Death camp survivor, Yael, who has the power to skinshift, to change her appearance at will, is on the run after shooting and killing Hitler. But, the truth of what happened is far more complicated and the consequences are deadly. As Yael and her comrades move into enemy territory, trying to turn the tide against the New Order, dark secrets reveal dark truths. Sequel to Wolf by Wolf. Includes violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9420 Blood on the microphone "Bone, Ian" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401700 7-9 "Saffie Grundig decides to find out about her older sister, Ruby, and the secrets she is keeping. What's really going on at the sleazy Comedy House where Ruby has a cleaning job. Saffie, assisted by retired TV actor, Sarge, begins her investigations." 36465 Blood red road "Young, Moira" Simon & Schuster 2011 9781442429987 7-9 "Saba and her brother, Lugh, have spent their whole lives in Silverlake, a dried-up wasteland ravaged by constant sandstorms. The Wrecker civilization has long been destroyed, leaving only landfills for Saba and her family to scavenge from. When a monster sandstorm and four cloaked horsemen arrive, Lugh is captured and Saba embarks on an epic quest, in the lawless, ugly world outside Silverlake, to get him back. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6807 "Blood sports: Fletcher Smith, sports P I" "Harlen, Jonathan" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690200 7-9 "Fourteen year old Fletcher Smith is a sports private Investigator, working out of the Institute in Canberra. With his adult side-kick, Frank, he takes on a case to solve the kidnap of football coach, Kelvin Hunt." 1982 Bloodhound boys: great blood bank robbery "Cranna, Andrew" Walker Books 2013 9781922179302 5-6 "The undead world has many dangerous creatures, many of which Rocky the werewolf and Vince the vampire meet in their search to find who has robbed the city's blood bank." 1384 Bloodhound boys: monster truck tremor dilemma "Cranna, Andrew" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781922179326 5-6 "Rocky and Vince are competing in a monster truck race. Full of twists and turns, the lethal race will send the boys way off track." 52769 Bloodthirsty "Meaney, Flynn" HarperCollins Australia 2010 9780732292195 7-9 "Awkward and allergic to the sun, sixteen year old Finbar never gets the girl. When he notices that the female students at his school are obsessed with a vampire romance novel, Finbar seizes the opportunity. He'll become a vampire. Or at least fake it. When he meets the one girl who just might like him for who he really is, he finds that his life as a pseudo-vampire is more complicated than he expected. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 39179 Bloody tower: a Tudor girl's diary 1553-1559 "Wilding, Valerie" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407104775 5-6 "It is after Henry VIII's death and King Edward is very sickly. Queen Mary will come to the throne, ousting Lady Jane Grey. Mary's executioners will be busy removing her perceived enemies. Even Princess Elizabeth, the future queen of England, is imprisoned in the Tower. Tilly Middleton, who lives in the Tower of London where her father works, finds she has an important role to play." 567898 Bloom "Maclear, Kyo & Morstad, Julie (ill)" Harper 2018 9780062447616 5-6 "Beauty. Colour. Doubts . As a little girl in Rome, Elsa Schiaparelli was told she was not pretty. What is beauty Elsa wondered as she grew older. So she sought out beauty around her and found it everywhere: in the colours and scents of the Rome flower market, in the garden, and in the attic of her family home, buried in a chest of old dresses. She found affection from her dear uncle in Milano. She developed an artist's eye and imagination. These bloomed in the wildly imaginative dresses, hats, shoes, and jewellery that made her an important name in fashion. Defining beauty on her own creative and rebellious terms was the key to Elsa Schiaparelli's happiness and success, and is still seen today in her legacy of wild imagination. Daring and different, Elsa Schiaparelli used art to make fashion, and it was quite marvellous. " 34429 Blossom "Janu, Tamsin" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742991641 5-6 "Lottie is excited when a lost little girl arrives on her doorstep. Lottie, who only has Uncle Bobby in the world has always wanted a sister. Blossom isn't like other kids. She doesn't speak and is obsessed with her flower, refusing to go anywhere without it. Everything changes when Blossom gets sick and is taken away to hospital. Lottie with her friends must do whatever it takes to rescue her." 534 Blossom possum: the sky is falling down-under "Newton, Gina & Niland, Kilmeny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865047942 3-4 "A retelling of Henny Penny, substituting Australian animals and the bush environment. The sky is falling and Blossom Possum gathers the bushland creatures to journey beyond the black stump in search of the Prime Minister." 12108 "Blue bike, The" "Hilton, Nette & Stanley, David (ill)" Koala Books 2000 9780864612809 K-2 A great grandmother reminisces about where children used to play before the roads and buildings were constructed. Her great-granddaughter finds it hard to imagine the changes that have taken place. 3326 "Blue cat, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760292294 7-9 "It is the 1940s and for Columba and Hilda the war seems a long way away until Ellery appears at their school, unable to speak any English. Curiosity spurs Columba's search for knowledge and understanding counterbalancing Hilda's unquestioning nationalism as the war edges ever closer to Australia's shores. The sudden appearance of the blue cat brings with it an aura of mystery and uncertainty culminating in a dramatic journey to Luna Park." 46858 Blue chameleon "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2010 9780230704244 K-2 "He can turn himself into anything and appear to fit in anywhere. But, it seems that neither the swirly snail, the green grasshopper nor the stripy sock want to be friends." 9220 "Blue death, The" "Allen, Judy" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340805718 7-9 "A doctor turns detective to solve a mystery around the cholera epidemic in London, 1854." 46 Blue fin "Thiele, Colin" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734401311 7-9 Snook joins his father on a tuna fishing expedition and disaster strikes. 908 Blue hair day "Moloney, James" Penguin 2000 9780141308258 3-4 "Sonya and Margo's grandmother hated her grey hair, but she loved blue. Sonya and Margo want to solve gran's problem." 32473 Blue noise "Oswald, Debra" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663754 7-9 "Ash is drooling over a guitar when he meets Charlie Novak. One jam session later and Charlie convinces Ash to play in his band and Erin to be the keyboard player. Erin thinks Charlie is a fruit loop, with his weird hair and hyperactive rantings. Besides, she's a classical pianist and it'll never work." 5008 Blue sky yellow kite "Holmes, Janet A. & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" Little Hare Books 2016 9781760124229 K-2 "Sometimes we want a thing so much we can't prevent ourselves from taking it. But when a girl steals her friend's beautiful yellow kite, she is swamped with turmoil. A story about desire, guilt and forgiveness." 15303 "Blue so blue, A" "Dumont, Jean-Francois" Sterling Publishing Co 2005 9781402721397 7-9 "A sophisticated picture book in which a young artist goes in search of a particular shade of blue, the blue of his dreams." 47 "Blue sword, The" "McKinley, Robin" Penguin Putnam 2002 9780141309750 7-9 "Living in the desert country of Damar, shared by the Homelanders and the secretive magical Hillfolk, orphaned Harry Crewe is kidnapped by Corlath, the Hillfolk king. He intends to train her in the arts of war until she is a match for any of his men." 5696 Blue whale blues "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2015 9781925059410 K-2 "When Penguin hears Whale singing the blues, he tries to help. But, it is difficult to stop a blue whale feeling blue. " 4532 "Blue, the builder's dog" "Storer, Jen & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780670077809 K-2 "Meet Blue, the builder's dog. On the construction site, he's part of the team. He guards the tools, signs the concrete slabs and keeps sticky beaks away. But, Blue doesn't have a house of his own. The builder has one. The chippie has one. The architect and the big bosses have one. So, Blue decides to quit and build himself a home." 18998 "Blue-eyed Aborigine, The" "Hayes, Rosemary" Frances Lincoln 2010 9781847800787 7-9 "After the shipwreck of the Batavia off Western Australia in 1629, a cabin boy and a soldier were involved in a grisly, notorious mutiny. Most mutineers were hanged but the two men were marooned on the mainland, becoming Australia's first European settlers. No trace of them was ever found. Later European explorers reported seeing Aboriginal Australians with blue eyes. This novel suggests what might have happened in between. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 48 Blueback "Winton, Tim" Pan MacMillan 1999 9780330361620 7-9 "Abel Jackson is passionate about diving and is a natural in the water. Every day, he helps his mother earn their living from the sea and the land. It's hard work but Abel has the bush and the sky and the bay to himself. Until the day he meets Blueback, the fish that changes his life." 12950 BMX: extreme sports "Job, Chris" Raintree 2003 9781844430888 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, diagrams and a glossary of terms, this book tells you about the history, how to get started, the equipment and tricks of BMX riding." 15363 "Boat, The" "Ward, Helen & Andrew, Ian (ill)" Koala Books 2004 9780864616388 3-4 "On a hill near a village, an old man lives with a strange collection of unwanted animals. Mutual fear and distrust keep the villagers and the old man apart until a boat appears." 31613 Bob "Mass, Wendy & Stead, Rebecca" Text Publishing Co 2018 9781925603590 5-6 "Livy has visited her maternal grandmother before, on her farm outside of Melbourne, Victoria - but, she was only five years old then, and she can't seem to remember much. Ten year old Livy returns from the USA to visit again, with her family and new baby sister Beth-Ann. Her grandmother shows her around, reminding her of all the fun they had last time she stayed, but only Livy seems to recall a 'wrong chicken'..." 919 Bob the builder & the elves "Rodda, Emily & Smith, Craig (ill)" ABC Books 2006 9780733314841 K-2 "Bob, the burly builder, has a problem. He is embarrassed when all his mates know that a horde of elves have come to invade his house and clean it up. Miss Lily helps him solve his problem." 4842 Bob the railway dog "Fenton, Corinne & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Black Dog Books 2015 9781922179890 5-6 "In the early days of the railway, when shiny new tracks were opening vast areas of Australia, there was an adventurous dog who was part of it all. As the tracks were being laid, he was there on the train, riding in his favourite spot on top of the Yankee engine. Everyone knew him. The true story of Bob the railway dog, who had adventure in his heart and the rattle of the rails in his soul." 21150 Bobby the littlest war hero "Haylock, Heather & Chisholm, Lael (ill)" Penguin NZ 2018 9780143771876 K-2 "This is the story of Bobby - the littlest hero in a very big war. Bobby is a tiny canary. His best friend is Jack, a soldier in one of the tunnelling companies of the Royal Engineers. Together they go deep into the tunnels under no-man's-land. Jack's job is to dig, while Bobby's job is to warn the men to get out quickly when there's dangerous gas. Bobby's warnings save the tunnellers' lives again and again. But Jack worries that it's a hard life for a little bird. Will Bobby ever be free to fly again? " 9217 Body and soul: a musical play "Tulloch, Richard" Currency Press 1998 9780868195582 7-9 "The atmosphere becomes very tense as relationships are tested among a diverse group of talented athletes at a training camp. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18587 Body talk: a power guide for girls "Reid Boyd, Elizabeth & Bray, Abigail" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780733618604 7-9 "A self-help book for teenage girls providing advice about coping with bullying, alcohol, drug use, depression and sexual relations. Some coarse language used by girls to describe their feelings. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15135 "Body: bones, muscle, blood and other body bits" "Walker, Richard & Murphy, Gabrielle Dr" Dorling Kindersley 2001 9780751330786 7-9 "Highly informative, pocket-sized fact book on human anatomy and physiology. Contains an index, glossary, websites and reference section." 49 Bog bodies: mummies and curious corpses "Prior, Natalie Jane" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1994 9781864482430 5-6 "All the facts necessary to know about dried, pickled and frozen preserved people are contained in this unusual book." 14661 Boggle hunters: Game on "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781741698510 7-9 "Sam comes from a family of boggle hunters, although he is unaware of this when he is sent to stay with his English relatives. Computer games are Sam's passion and he cannot believe his eyes when he receives an invitation to become part of the role-playing game, 'Grim's castle'. Parallel stories ensue with Sam being led through a dangerous game and cousin Jenny searching for her missing parents. Fantasy and magic weave throughout this exciting quest." 3443 Bogtrotter "Wild, Margaret & Rossell, Judith (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781921977558 K-2 "Every morning, Bogtrotter runs across the bog, up the bog, down the bog and around the bog until it's time to go home. Sometimes, he wishes things would change but he doesn't know how or what or why. Until one afternoon, when he picks a flower for the first time in his life." 15461 "Boing Boing races, The" "Whatley, Bruce" Koala Books 1999 9780864612373 K-2 "All the kangaroos are lined up ready to start the big race. But what's this? Emu has joined the line, ready to race. Emu really wants to join the boing boing race but it is really a race for kangaroos." 9255 Bollygum "Fleming, Garry" Weldon Kids 1995 9781875875085 5-6 A beautifully illustrated story with a strong conservation message. 5713 Bom went the bear "Greenwood, Nicki" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742376714 K-2 "Bear loves to play his big bass drum on his own, making as much noise as he can and marching around like he's king of all the land. He's joined by all manner of enthusiastic musicians and, soon, it become difficult for Bear to play to the beat of his own drum." 5034 "Bombs that brought us together, The" "Conaghan, Brian" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408878415 7-9 "Charlie has always lived in Little Town. It's home: the curfew, the Regime, the thugs, the poverty. He knows the rules. Then he meets Pavel. Scrawny and sweary, he is a refugee from Old Country. The wrongest person in the whole place to choose as a friend. But when the bombs come, the rules of Little Town change. Right or wrong: Charlie must choose. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 50 Bone hunters: on the trail of the dinosaurs "Dedman, Stephen" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781862913592 7-9 "There is a wealth of dinosaur information in this book, as well as accounts of the palaeontologists who made many of the famous discoveries." 23206 "Bone sparrow, The" "Fraillon, Zana" Lothian Books 2016 9780734417138 7-9 "Ten year old Subhi is a Rohingya asylum seeker, born in an Australian permanent detention centre, Life behind the fences is all he has ever known and Subhi needs the stories of others to build memories. One night, Jimmie appears from the other side of the wires, bringing a bone sparrow necklace and a notebook, written by her dead mother. As their tales unfold, Subhi and Jimmie might find a way to freedom but not until each of them has been braver than ever before. Some violence. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 5991 "Bone witch, The" "Chupeco, Rin" Sourcebooks Inc 2017 9781492652786 7-9 "When Tea accidentally resurrects her brother from the dead, she learns she is different from the other witches in her family. Her gift for necromancy means that she's a bone witch. She puts all her energy into becoming an asha. But dark forces are encroaching, and in the face of danger, Tea will have to make a difficult choice about how to use her power." 37132 Bones "Crisp, Maureen" Penguin NZ 2008 9780143303992 5-6 "Twins,Danny and Nicki, notice that their dog, Patch, is bringing home bones to bury in the garden. The only problem is that the bones look like human bones. The police are called in and their dad's prize-winning flowers are dug up. When they follow Patch around the neighbourhood, they get a very big surprise indeed." 41702 "Bones you own, The" "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2009 9781426304101 K-2 "Bones are in your head and ears, and your skull is like a helmet for your brain. You have hundreds of joints to help you bend. Find out why a baby has more bones than its mother, why bones are hidden and why your mum says milk is good for your bones. " 15334 "Bony fish, sharks and rays" "Silkstone, Barry" Reed Library 2001 9781863911405 5-6 "Excellent information, photographs and diagrams provide details about the appearance, food, habitat and reproduction of bony fish, sharks and rays." 11361 Boo to a goose "Fox, Mem & Miller, David (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1998 9780733610172 K-2 A list of all the things a child might do before saying 'boo' to a goose. An enjoyable book that combines rhyming text and colourful pictures based on paper cutting techniques. 5446 Book "Agard, John & Packer, Neil (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9780744544787 5-6 "For centuries, I've told other people's stories. Now it's time to tell my own. Discover the evolution of the printed word, told by one who knows - Book. Book takes us on a wonderful journey, from its origins in oral story and doodling in clay, to papyrus, parchment and paper, and to the e-book of today." 4277 Book "Miles, David & Hoopes, Natalie (ill)" Familius 2015 9781939629654 3-4 "In a world dazzled by the latest gadgets and mesmerized by Internet videos, the humble book seems like the most ordinary thing that could be. And, perhaps it is, until you learn to look closer and closer and closer. Suddenly, you're in a world that only you can imagine." 5680 "Book for Benny, A" "Koppens, Judith & Meijer, Marja (ill)" Clavis Books 2017 9781605373935 K-2 "It's raining outside. But that's okay, because Sam is warm and cozy inside, reading a book. Her little dog Benny doesn't like to read. He wants to play. Sam tries to convince Benny that reading is fun. Maybe he'd like a different book? Sam and Benny go to the library to find the perfect book for Benny! " 12545 Book of absolutely useless lists "Ardagh, Philip" MacMillan 2007 9780230700505 7-9 "A chunky book, jammed full of fascinating, whacky and absurd facts and information, with a list for every day of the year. Useful information like seven objects to use as a paperweight; twenty characters more famous than their inventors; and, four runners-up who became more famous than the person who won." 3840 "Book of Australian & New Zealand reptiles, The" "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2017 9781742034287 3-4 "This book is a photographic collection of Australian and New Zealand reptiles, along with a fact and information box. It covers species from all the major reptile groups, crocodiles and alligators, turtles and tortoises, snakes and lizards, and the tuataras. The quality and size of each photograph is very impressive, allowing the reader to marvel at the colour and detail of the reptiles. Many of the reptiles shown in this book are found nowhere else on earth, making it very unique. " 9271 "Book of Australian ballads, The" "King, John Anthony" Pan MacMillan 1990 9780333477199 5-6 A collection of Australian lyric poetry. 34248 Book of Australian birds Hope. Charles Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034010 5-6 Australia is a large country with a wide range of climates and habitats. Our island continent is home to animals not found anywhere else. Many of these are birds and they are among the most recognisable creatures on Earth. Welcome to the fascinating world of Australian birds. 31568 "Book of Australian minibeasts, The" "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034126 5-6 "Australia is a large country with a wide range of climates and habitats. Our island continent is home to spiders, bugs, beetles and all sorts of other creepy-crawlies not found anywhere else. Welcome to the fascinating world of Australian mini beasts." 9285 "Book of dragons, A" "Green, Roger Lancelyn" Lioncrest 1990 9780816728794 7-9 Fantasy tales of make-believe appear before your eyes. 47253 "Book of dust, The: La Belle Sauvage" "Pullman, Philip" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780857561084 7-9 "Malcolm Polstead's life in the pub beside the Thames is safe and happy enough, if uneventful. But during a winter of unceasing rain the forces of science, religion and politics begin to clash, and as the weather rises to a pitch of ferocity, all of Malcolm's certainties are torn asunder. Finding himself linked to a baby by the name of Lyra, Malcolm is forced to undertake the challenge of his life and to make a dangerous journey that will change his and Lyra forever. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18325 "Book of everything, The" "Kuijer, Guus" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741147513 7-9 "Thomas escapes from hypocrisy and domestic violence with wild imaginings and sightings of Jesus. A deeply moving story of a Dutch family, ruled by a violent, bible-wielding father, who survive because of a special child and some very, strong women. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4209 Book of f1rsts "Buckley, James (ed)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741696820 5-6 "Eleven selections of bizarre trivia, fascinating facts, feats and world records. Categories such as Air and Space, Entertainment, Technology and Transportation are included in this eclectic collection." Book of lies series "Moloney, James" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 51 "Book of the banshee, The" "Fine, Anne" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1993 9780140347043 7-9 "Will's sister, Estelle, has turned into a teenager and transformed the house into a war zone." 1243 "Book of when, The" "Jaffe, Laura & Cointe, Francois (ill)" Abrams Books 2008 9780810972407 5-6 "Useful and thoughtful information to keep you thinking. This book tells you lots of things such as when we started looking at ourselves in the mirror, when we started taking holidays and, even more interestingly, when we started to think that children are actually people." 4212 "Book of whispers, The" "Starr, Kimberley" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925355512 7-9 "In Tuscany, 1096 AD, Luca sees demons. He keeps quiet about what he sees to avoid another exorcism. He also has dreams that sometimes predict the future. When Luca dreams his father's murder, he vows to stop it coming true. Suzan has dreams too. Consigned with her mute mother to a life in a convent, Suzan has a vision of a boy with an ancient book that holds some inscrutable power. He will take her on an adventure that leads to places beyond their understanding. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 9284 "Book of wizards, The" "Manning-Sanders, Ruth" Methuen 1982 9780416218909 5-6 "Stories in this collection include Aladdin, Jack and the Wizard, Silver Penny and Two Wizards with many more." 77323 "Book thief, The" "Zusak, Markus" Pan MacMillan 2008 9780330423304 7-9 "It is 1939 in Nazi Germany. Death has never been busier and will become busier still. Liesel has just buried her brother when she picks up a book, partially hidden in the snow by his graveside. This is her first act of book thievery and the beginning of a love affair with books and words. When Liesel's foster family hides a Jewish man in their basement, Liesel's world is both opened up and closed down. A sombre theme that includes some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9264 "Book to write poems by, A" "Harris, Rory & McFarlane, Peter" Australian Association for the Teaching of English 1983 9780909955427 7-9 Inspiration for poets of all ages lies within these pages. Books for boys series Various 3-4 "Full of adventure and humour, these are not just for boys, but for all young readers who love aliens, heroes, football and go-karting! Yippee! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9783 Boom "Haddon, Mark" David Fickling Books 2009 9780385616294 7-9 "Jimbo and his friend, Charlie, suspect there is something not right about two of their teachers. They get too close to the truth when Charlie is abducted. Jimbo enlists the help of his death-metal music loving, dark eyeliner-wearing sister to track Charlie down and discover the truth." 24511 Boomerang and bat "Greenwood, Mark & Denton, Terry (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781743319246 5-6 "In 1868, a determined team of Aboriginal stockmen set off on a journey across the world to take on England's best cricketers. Led by star all-rounder Johnny Mullagh and wearing caps, embroidered with a boomerang and a bat, the team delighted crowds with their exceptional skills. The men were the first Australian cricket team to tour England and this is their story." 16419 "Boot thief, The" "Heffernan, John & Axelsen, Stephen" Lothian Books 2007 9780734410009 3-4 "Boots are disappearing from the farm. Lucy and Jack try to discover who, or what, is the boot thief." 9348 Boots and all "Clark, Sherryl" Penguin 2003 9780143300359 5-6 "A father lost his own career as a soccer star through injury. He is determined to experience glory through his son. Unfortunately, his son has come to hate the game and the real soccer talent of the family is the boy's sister." 53 Booyooburra "Fogarty, Lionel" Hyland House 1993 9781875657100 5-6 The history of the Murri people of Waka Waka. 96083 Boris Monster scared of nothing "Laguna, Sofie & Redlich, Ben (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781865044088 3-4 "Boris is so scary and so ugly he scares himself when he catches a glimpse of himself in a mirror. To be forced to stay in a room full of mirrors would be the worst fate he could imagine. When Boris takes up ballet, he must face his worst fears." Boris series "Joyner, Andrew" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2826 Born to bake "Gwynne, Phillip & Smith, Craig (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143302261 5-6 "Rick has decided he is just average, not good, not bad, just average. When Rick discovers he is born to cook, he is no longer just average. The trouble is that his baking is now in competition with his Mum. " 51211 Born to be a butterfly "Wallace, Karen" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405353441 K-2 Large colour photos show the wonder of the life cycle of a butterfly which is clearly and easily explained. 29362 "Born to run: Cathy Freeman, my story" "Freeman, Cathy" Penguin Books Australia 2007 9780143302384 5-6 "Cathy Freeman's own story of her childhood, her loving family and her sporting achievements. Cathy shares the personal philosophy that has led to her success and the joy she has always found in life." 34631 Born to sing "Morgan, Sally & Smith, Craig (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991511 3-4 "Maddie loves to sing and make up new songs. Her favourite is her humpback whale song, so she is very excited when her Mum and Grandma promise to take her to Shark Bay to see the whales. When they set off in their car and rattly old caravan, it looks like they might not get there at all. But, with some help along the way, Maddie's dream might still come true." Borrowers series "Norton, Mary" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 942 Boss of the pool "Klein, Robin" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781862916401 5-6 "Required to accompany her mother, who works at a hostel for the disabled, Shelley is more than a little unhappy. Eventually, she chooses to teach Ben, who is mentally disabled and very fearful of the water, how to swim." 895 Botanicum "Wills, Kathie & Scott, Katie (ill)" Templar Publishing 2016 9781783703944 5-6 "This museum is open all hours. It houses an extraordinary collection of plants, from tiny algae to fascinating carnivores. Gloriously coloured fungi and lichens are here, too. Find out why some plants are green and others are not, how some plants live in water while others are suspended in mid-air, and how some plants feed on flesh. Plants give us some of our biggest, smallest, oldest and smelliest forms of life on Earth. Experience a virtual museum through this fascinating and beautiful book." 5675 Bouncing back "Cleave, Rohan & Tulloch, Coral (ill)" CSIRO 2018 9781486308279 K-2 How did the last Eastern Barred Bandicoot on the Australian mainland end up living in a rubbish tip? 29691 "Bouncing ball, The" "Kelly, Deborah & Perry, Georgia (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9780857980045 K-2 "Try to keep up with the bouncing ball as it travels down the street, between two cars, into a gutter and down a storm drain." 47247 Bouncing bouncing little joeys "Gibbes, Lesley & Chang, Doris (ill)" Lothian Books 2017 9780734417565 K-2 "It's Christmas time in the Australian bush and all the animals are out to celebrate. They are super busy getting ready for Santa to come by baking, making sweets and putting up the tree. " 2835 "Boundless sublime, The" "Wilkinson, Lili" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113360 7-9 "Ruby's younger brother has died and her family is torn apart. Ruby feels his death so personally that she has shut herself off from her usual world. When she meets Fox, an idiosyncratic but gentle loner, Ruby is drawn into his special, little community. Fox seems to understand what she's going through and offers her a chance to find peace. But, Ruby discovers that he lives in a terrifying, secretive cult community that is far from the ideal world she expected. Gripping, confronting read. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 121898 Bow-wow bugs a bug "Newgarden, Mark & Cash, Megan Montague" Harcourt Children's Books 2007 9780152058135 3-4 "Bow-wow may look like an average terrier, one that will face down every foe. However, there is one foe that Bow-Wow finds not only annoying but unusual. Bow-wow experiences the full gamut of emotions in this surreal, visual adventure." 9416 "Box of chicks, A" "Moloney, James" Penguin 2002 9780141313610 3-4 "Mervyn is entranced by the chicks as soon as he sees them at school, but he had not realised how many problems a box of chicks could cause." 7268 Box of tricks "Cleminson, Kate" Jonathan Cape 2009 9780224083447 K-2 "For her birthday, Eva is given a box. But, this is no ordinary box and Eva soon discovers that she's a magician who can conjure up all sorts of delights, some rather larger than others." 4650 Boy "Cummings, Phil & Devries, Shane (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760277055 K-2 The king's battles with the dragon were always mighty and loud. Boy lives in silence and couldn't hear the fighting. But he could see the fear around him...and how everyone would be much happier without it. 4480 "Boy and the airplane, The" "Pett, Mark" Simon & Schuster 2013 9781442451230 K-2 "When a little boy's prized toy airplane lands on a rooftop, he makes several rescue attempts before devising an unexpected solution. Wordless picture book." 5075 "Boy and the spy, The" "Arena, Felice" Penguin 2017 9780143309284 7-9 "Things have never been easy for Antonio, but now it seems like the war will never end. So when Antonio is caught up in the dangerous world of freedom fighters and spies, will it change his life or destroy him?" 46277 "Boy and the toy, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670073627 3-4 "A father invents the best toy in the world to keep his son company while he goes away. In the beginning, the boy also thinks that the toy is wonderful, it can do anything. But, over time, the boy starts to wonder about the toy and begins to change his mind." 4812 "Boy at the top of mountain, The" "Boyne, John" Corgi Books 2015 9780552573542 7-9 "When Pierrot becomes an orphan, he must leave Paris to live with Aunt Beatrix, a servant in a household at the top of the German mountains. This is no ordinary time. It is 1935 and the Second World War is fast approaching. And, this is no ordinary house, it is the Berghof, Adolf Hitler's home. Pierrot is thrown into an increasingly dangerous world of terror, secrets and betrayal, from which he may never be able to escape." 42791 "Boy called Hope, A" "Williamson, Lara" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2014 9781409570318 7-9 "Eleven year old Dan Hope has a list of things he wants to come true. He wants his sister, Ninja Grace, to go to university at the North Pole and only come back once a year. He wants his dog, Charles Scalleybones the First, to stop eating the planets from his solar system mobile and throwing them up on the carpet. He want to help Sherlock Holmes solve his most daring mystery yet. But, most of all, he wants his dad to love him." 120082 "Boy from Bowral, The" "Ingpen, Robert" Walker Books 2008 9781921150647 5-6 Don Bradman's performances are unequalled by any batsman in the history of cricket. Read about his life from the early years playing with a makeshift bat in his Bowral backyard through to his famous bodyline series against England and his comeback after the War. Lots of statistics and illustrations. 18674 "Boy in the burning house, The" "Wynne-Jones, Tim" "Farrar, Straus and Giroux" 2003 9780374408879 7-9 "Ruth Rose, wild stepdaughter of the local preacher, believes he caused the disappearance of Jim Hawkin's father. Investigating the mystery puts both teenagers in mortal danger. A harrowing story with strong language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18452 "Boy in the striped pyjamas, The" "Boyne, John" David Fickling Books 2006 9780385609401 7-9 "Bruno is the naive, nine year old son of the Commandant of Auschwitz concentration camp. Through his covert friendship with Shmuel, a young Jewish boy, Bruno becomes aware of the cruelty and suffering. A touching, disturbing story. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 30340 "Boy like me, A" "Hathorn, Libby & Whatley, Bruce" ABC Books 2013 9780733331350 5-6 "Fragile and sometimes fleeting, peace can be lost and found in all of us, no matter who or where we are." 39322 "Boy on the bus: a sing along storybook, The" "Dale, Penny" Walker Books 2007 9781406301472 K-2 A young boy goes driving on a bus one day and stops to pick up a number of animal passengers who make lots of noise. A unique take on a much loved nursery rhyme. 1941 "Boy on the page, The" "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928468 K-2 "A small boy lands on the page and, quite by accident, discovers the joy and wonder of life." 4596 "Boy on the wooden box, The" "Leyson, Leon" Simon & Schuster 2013 9781471119675 7-9 "Beginning in rural Poland, Leon Leyson's family's horrendous journey was similar to thousands of others, but what set his fate apart was his father's chance employment in the factory of Oskar Schindler, who is credited with saving up to 1200 Jews. The youngest person on Schindler's list, Leon describes how, despite the deprivation of food, clothing and general living conditions, this provided a small flicker of hope." 6097 Boy overboard "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin 2002 9780141308388 5-6 Jamal and Bibi are Afghani asylum seekers whose most precious possession is their soccer ball. They dream of being international soccer stars in a land where they don't have to worry about their ball hitting a landmine. Boy vs beast series "Park, Mac" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 88086 "Boy who built the boat, The" "Mueller, Ross & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741755886 K-2 "Henry, his sister and teddy set out to build a boat from scratch. Rhythmic text celebrates the simple joy of making things." 8121 "Boy who cried wolf, The" "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842708330 3-4 "Whenever Harry is made to do something he doesn't like, he shouts 'Wolf' and everyone runs away. This means that Harry is left to do exactly what he wants. A retelling of a famous fable, with an unexpected ending." 18449 "Boy who disappeared, The" "Milton, Wendy" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408921 7-9 Rodney has powers to be a 'switcher' who can travel between parallel worlds. One world is highly developed and the other is almost medieval. The story follows the adventures across both worlds. 7822 "Boy who fell off the Mayflower, The" "Lynch, J P" Walker Books 2015 9781406361636 5-6 "In London, a young indentured servant, John Howland, is preparing for a sea journey to America. Religious persecution has fuelled the departure of many Pilgrims. By great good fortune, John survives falling overboard and earns his keep ashore by helping to scout a safe landing site. But, in the new land, food is scarce and living conditions are deplorable. Soon, John is forced to make a huge decision about his future." 2735 "Boy who sailed ocean in an armchair, The" "Williamson, Lara" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409576327 5-6 "Eleven year old Becket Rumsey is all at sea. In the middle of the night, his dad has run away with him and his brother, Billy. They've left everything behind, including their almost-mum, Pearl, who gives great hugs. Their father tells them they need not contact Pearl, not even to say goodbye, and that they're starting at a new school after their holiday. Becket just wants is his family to be whole again. With lots of stories, one thousand paper cranes and a snail, Beckett is determined to make his wish come true." 53388 "Boy who swam with piranhas, The" "Almond, David & Jeffers, Oliver (ill)" Candlewick Press 2013 9780763661694 5-6 "As Stan journeys away from the life he's always known, he mingles with a carnival full of eccentric characters and meets the legendary Pancho Pirelli, the man who swims in a tank full of perilous piranhas. Will Stan be bold enough to dive in the churning waters himself and choose his own destiny." 13297 "Boy who would live forever, The" "Simons, Moya" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300311 5-6 "Daniel is cursed with the fate of staying twelve forever. He doesn't know how or why. For two hundred years he has coped with the joy, and more often grief, it has caused him. Then he meets Sally and her daughter, Holly. Now it really matters." 7345 "Boy with two lives, The" "Kazerooni, Abbas" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743314838 7-9 "Having fled conscription and survived time alone in Istanbul, ten year old Abbas arrives in England to start a new life. His troubles have only just begun. Abbas' violent cousin sends him to boarding school, where he blossoms. But, Abbas is threatened with deportation and forced to work at night to repay his cousin. At thirteen, Abbas is homeless. But, he is determined to survive and continue his education. Based on true events." 12419 "Boy, the bear, the baron and the bard, The" "Rogers, Gregory" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781865087221 7-9 "A dramatic tale, told in pictures, about a London boy who goes through a window to get back his soccer ball only to find himself in the middle of a Shakespearian production. In his efforts to escape, he is chased by the bard and joined by a bear." 55 Boy: tales of childhood "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 1999 9780141303055 7-9 "Roald Dahl recounts his life as a child, growing up in England." 59506 Boys without names "Sheth, Kashmira" HarperCollins US 2010 9780061857621 5-6 "Eleven year old Gopal and his family leave their rural Indian village to find work in the big city, Mumbai. When a stranger promises Gopal a job, he jumps at the offer. But Gopal has been deceived. In a stuffy sweatshop, he and other boys are forced to work for no money, little food and without talking. Late one night, when Gopal shares kahanis, or stories, he realises that storytelling may help their survival, and escape." 130802 "Boys' book: how to be the best at everything, The" "Enright, Dominique & Macdonald, Guy & Catlow, Niki (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2007 9781921288128 5-6 "An informative book that provides a diverse range of fun facts. Easy to read, interesting snippets of information including how to perform magic, get rid of hiccups or read tea leaves." 90432 "Brain full of holes, The" "Chatterton, Martin" Little Hare Books 2008 9781921272288 7-9 Theo Brain is the world's youngest super sleuth and he is on the trail of a missing truck driver who has driven into a mountain tunnel and completely disappeared. Theo lives in Switzerland where holes are going missing from the cheese and cows are starting to fly. Strange creatures appear from alternative universes and Theo is forced to intervene to stop a total outbreak of silliness. 43525 Brainjack "Falkner, Brian" Walker Books 2009 9781921150951 7-9 "It would take a very special person to crack the computer systems of the White House. Someone like Sam Wilson, brilliant teenage computer hacker. But, Sam's obsession is about to lead him into a world of espionage and intrigue, of cybercrime and imminent war." 41497 Brambleheart "Cole, Henry" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062245441 5-6 "Twig is looking for who he will be in life. In the Hill, everyone studies a craft and becomes a Master's apprentice, but first you have to be good at something. Twig tries very hard in all his classes, but his imagination wanders to his favourite books or the delicious mayapples growing beyond the scavenge yard...and then, well, he loses his focus. Unsure if he'll ever amount to anything, Twig sets out on a journey to discover himself. However, instead of finding answers, he stumbles upon a dragon's egg which soon hatches. But when he learns that his secret might hurt others, he's forced to make a choice between his place in the world and the feelings in his heart. And will protecting his new friends help him discover who he is meant to be?" 52700 Brand new baby "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2008 9781406316407 K-2 A new baby brother has arrived and Wendy and Edward are not quite sure what to make of the small bundle. It seems that everything has changed at home. 2724 Brave heart: lessons learnt from life "Kirk, Brett & Kirk, Hayley S" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753256 7-9 "After playing two hundred and forty-one games for his beloved Sydney Swans, Brett Kirk played his final game of AFL in 2010. Many know him as the courageous co-captain who helped his team win the grand final in 2005. What many people don't know is how he came to be such a tireless captain, honest teammate and admired role model, in both life and sport. Brett with his wife, Hayley, speaks about his life, and the challenges and triumphs that made him." 29589 Brave little penguin "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690835 3-4 "Little Penguin loves being with his dad. When Papa goes fishing, Little Penguin isn't happy but decides to be brave and have an adventure of his own." 9478 "Bravest ever bear, The" "Ahlberg, Allan" Walker Books 2001 9780744578645 3-4 "A picture book about the bravest bear, the persistent penguin, opportunistic wolf, boastful bear and sly dragon. The problem is everyone wants to tell the story their own way." 31866 Bravo "Waechter, P & Port, M; Spencer, S (trans)" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467721 3-4 "Once upon a time, there was a little girl called Helena. Her life was almost perfect. Only one thing spoiled it. Helena's father couldn't speak normally. Everything he said came out in a roar and was way too loud." 6981 Bravo Billy "Arena, Felice" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2000 9780207198342 5-6 Thirteen year old Billy is passionate about his guitar and his favourite band. 56 "Bravo, Mr William Shakespeare" "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2001 9780744582376 7-9 "The Globe Theatre is delighted to announce a new season of Mr. William Shakespeare's plays. See As You Like It, Antony and Cleopatra, Richard III, Twelfth Night, King Lear, The Merchant of Venice and Much Ado About Nothing. Each play is presented in dramatic comic-strip form, including Mr Shakespeare's own dialogue and the riotous remarks of the audience." 5568 "Break your chains: Freedom finders, The" "Conolan, Emily" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760294915 7-9 "To find freedom, you must leave behind everything you've ever known. It is 1825. You and Ma have survived on the streets of London ever since the soldiers took Da away and you fled Ireland. Now, with Ma gone too, you find yourself facing life-and-death choices at every turn. Can you carry a secret treasure across the ocean and finally be reunited with Da? You'll be asked to betray your friends, survive storms at sea and attacks by bushrangers, and trust thieves. At every turn, the choice is yours. How far will you go for freedom? " 17484 Brian the giant "French, Vivian & Heap, Sue (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844289639 3-4 "Brian, the Giant, has made muffins but they keep disappearing. Brian needs to find out who is responsible for the thefts." 57 Bridge to Terabithia "Paterson, Katherine" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780064401845 7-9 "Jessie and Leslie are close friends who create a magical world for themselves, until a tragedy happens." 58 "Bridge to Wiseman's Cove, A" "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 1996 9780702228841 7-9 "Karl and his wild young brother are taken in by their aunt, after their mother abandons them. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3853 "Bridge, The" "Higgins, Jane" Text Publishing Co 2011 9781921758331 7-9 "The city is at war. Southside, the hostiles live in squalor and are hungry to cross the river. Cityside, ISIS is in charge, keeping the hostiles at bay. Nik has spent his life training to join ISIS but, when his college is blown up and his friend kidnapped, he must cross the bridge into hostile territory. Nik and his friends must choose their loyalties in a war that is not as clear as they were brought up to think. Some language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2951 Bridget Fidget hold on tight "Berger, Joe" Puffin USA 2010 9780141501819 K-2 "Bridget Fidget is in a fix. She forgot to hold on tight to her beloved toy, Captain Cat, and lost him in a shop. It's disaster. Luckily, her friend, Billy, is there to save the day." 6276 "Bridget, a new Australian" "Moloney, James" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742990989 5-6 "During the Irish potato famine, Bridget's family has been turned out of their home and their only refuge is the workhouse, where living conditions are hard and the food sparse. For Bridget and her sister, Maeve, their one chance is to take a ship to a new country and become Australians. They must survive the journey then face the many challenges that await them in a new, far away land." 2601 Bridie's boots "Cummings, Phil & Acton, Sara" Working Title Press 2014 9781921504723 K-2 "Bridie loves her gumboots. They are just right for splashing and twirling. But Bridie gets too big for her beautiful boots, so sets them free on a big adventure across the seas." 15386 Bridie's fire "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865087276 7-9 "Bridie starts a new life in a new country, a young, orphaned, Irish girl sadly separated from her brother. Working in the theatre on the Australian goldfields is a very hard life. Bridie finds a way to use her talents and meets her true love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 123078 Brief candle "Pennington, Kate" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2004 9780340873700 7-9 "Based on the adventures of the Bronte sisters, Charlotte and Emily, and their brother, Branwell. Cooped up inside the bleak parsonage in winter, they write adventures for the heroes of their secret worlds. One day, Emily escapes to the moor and finds a mysterious outcast, Heslington, whose story of lost love intrigues her. She resolves to help him." 3338 "Brief history of the island of Dipsquittie, A" "Martin, Carol Ann (aka Professor Walter Loder-Bull)" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862917620 3-4 "A cautionary tale set on an imaginary island with monsters, heroes and interesting characters and events. What the islanders do to each other when they declare war on each other, involving custard and Christmas puddings among other things is one thing, but, once the real enemy is let loose, ordinary people do extraordinary things." 5273 "Brigadista year, My" "Paterson, Katherine" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763695088 7-9 "When thirteen-year-old Lora tells her parents that she wants to join Premier Castro's army of young literacy teachers, her mother screeches to high heaven, and her father roars like a lion. Lora has barely been outside of Havana - why would she throw away her life in a remote shack with no electricity, sleeping on a hammock in somebody's kitchen? But Lora is stubborn: didn't her parents teach her to share what she has with someone in need? Surprisingly, Lora's abuela takes her side, even as she makes Lora promise to come home if things get too hard. But how will Lora know for sure when that time has come?" 13782 Brilliant Billy does his bit "Hutton, Simon & Glicksman, Caroline (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708552 3-4 "Billy has been learning about World War II at school and, in particular, about rationing, allotments and how to make something out of nothing, including bananas out of parsnips." 5204 "Brilliant fall of Gianna Z., The" "Messner, Kate" Bloomsbury 2018 9781681195476 7-9 "All Gianna Zales wants to do is compete at the cross-country finals, but there is something standing in her way- a science project. She has less than a week to collect and document twenty-five leaves, and she'll lose her spot on the team if she can't pull it off. With a forgetful grandmother, a hearse-driving father, a mean-girl running rival, and new feelings toward her best friend, Gianna wishes life would just leave her alone to finish the project. Can Gianna Z get the stroke of brilliance she needs to make it all work out?" 43479 Bring it on "Stanley, Jo" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760409470 5-6 "Sarah loves to crack jokes, but no one at her new school is laughing, not even her first day buddy Hanh. Even worse, no one at Milsborough West Primary surfs and that's Sarah's favourite thing in the world! Sarah is a big fan of Aussie Rules football, but she has never played. Will coach Shawna let Sarah join the Flyers and be part of the team?" 4585 Bro "Chebatte, Helen" Hardie Grant Egmont 2016 9781760125509 7-9 "What happens when you mix teenage boys, a fight club and ethnic rivalries? You get war. Romeo Makhlouf knows the rules. Stick with your own kind. Don't dob on your mates or your enemies. Respect the family. But even unwritten rules are made for breaking. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 31860 Brobot "Foley, James" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925163919 3-4 "Sally Tinker makes machines and her baby brother, Joe, breaks them. Sally is the world's foremost inventor under the age of twelve and she just knows she can build a better brother than the messy, smelly version she has. Sally's invention, Brobot, is fantastic. That is, until the remote gets broken and Brobot is out of control." 59 Brocky's bananagram "Metzenthen, David" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045788 5-6 Matt Brock and his friend write a message on a banana which is to be shipped out from his dad's plantation. What a surprise when they receive a reply. 18719 "Broken bird, a tale of true love" "Broad, Michael" Puffin Australia 2006 9780141381589 K-2 "Broken Bird is born with only one wing but he refuses to believe he will never fly. His brothers tease him but he puts his best foot forward and sets off to explore the world, from the ground." 12717 Broken glass "Grindley, Sally" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747586159 7-9 "Brothers, Suresh and Sandeep, end up as street kids in a city far from their home village. They become glass collectors, searching through the rubbish dumps and dirty alleys to find glass to sell in order to survive. But, when Suresh realises his younger brother isn't coping as well as he thought, he must find a way to save Sandeep and himself from a terrible fate." 60 "Bronte girls, The" "Kilworth, Gary" Egmont Childrens 1995 9780749726928 7-9 "A father keeps his family locked in a time warp, away from the 20th century. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 568873 Brontide "McPherson, Sue" Magabala Books 2018 9781925360929 7-9 "Brontide is a coming of age story about four boys and their lot in life. Recounted through storytelling sessions at their school over a period of five days, these boys chronicle their lives. They are at times demanding, occasionally rude, always funny and unexpectedly profound. The boys like to challenge themselves and the rules, and soon realise that not everything goes to plan. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 12548 Bronze and Sunflower "Wenxuan, Cao & Wang, Helen (trans)" Walker Books 2015 9781406348460 5-6 "In China, during the Cultural Revolution, Sunflower, a young city girl, moves to the country. Life is lonely and isolated until she meets Bronze, who, unable to speak, is ostracised by the village boys. The pair becomes inseparable. When Bronze's family agrees to take Sunflower in, she is overjoyed and Bronze has got the sister he always wanted. But, life is hard and Bronze's family can barely afford to feed themselves." 6003 Brooding YA Hero: Becoming a main character (almost) as awesome as me "DiRisio, Carrie & Gear, Linnea (ill)" Sky Pony Press 2017 9781510726666 7-9 "Broody McHottiepants is our brooding YA hero and he has decided to write a book about how to become a main character. He certainly seems to know every trick in the YA novelist's trade. But his evil ex-girlfriend, Blondie DeMeani, has sneakily added her own two cents worth within the pages of his book to keep him honest. This is part guide book, part clever exploration of all the YA tropes." Brotherband series "Flanagan, John" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3814 Brothers from a different mother "Gwynne, Phillip & Crosby-Fairall, Marjorie (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780670078486 K-2 "Tapir lives in the jungle. Pig lives in the village. But when they meet at the waterhole, they discover they are the same in so many ways. They might even be brothers from a different mother!" 20242 "Brothers Quibble, The" "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin Books Australia 2014 9780670076000 K-2 "Spalding Quibble ruled the roost. He did not have to share anything. But, then, his parents introduced a brand new baby brother." 12147 "Brown bear, brown bear, what do you see" "Martin, Bill Jnr & Carle, Eric (ill)" Penguin 1995 9780140502961 K-2 "Questions and answers take the reader through a range of animals and colours - a big green frog, a plump purple cat or a cheeky brown monkey. Colourful pictures and rhyming words." 9624 Brown bread and honey "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2002 9780140568257 K-2 "The King loves to run, jump and ride his horse. He also loves to eat and eat and eat until he becomes too fat to have fun any more. When the King sacks all his cooks, he will have a problem with what to eat." 4147 "Brown dog, The" "Inverarity, Gina & Holfeld, Greg (ill)" Working Title Press 2017 9781921504747 3-4 "The brown dog often visits Henry on rainy, grey afternoons. Usually he doesn't hang around for long. But this time the brown dog decides to stay, and Henry needs to find a way to make him leave." Brownies series "Plaisted, Caroline" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 72328 Brucie saves Christmas "Morrison, Yvonne & Pike, Michelle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741692266 3-4 "Brucie, the joey kangaroo, loves reading books and doing science reports. When a catastrophe occurs that will prevent Santa from delivering the presents, Brucie must use all his smarts to help Santa fly the ute on Christmas Eve." 9449 Bruno Trask and the dark lady's jewels "Pryor, Michael" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733614415 7-9 "In a world where humans live alongside elves, dwarves, werewolves and ogres, Bruno Trask accidentally gets hold of one of the Dark Lady's jewels. He finds himself on the run from the world's most famous, rich and influential Elf. Fast and satirical." 17489 Buck and his truck "French, Vivian & Lacome, Julie (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844289387 K-2 "Buck and his truck and Harry and his lorry are rival removalists. One day, they turn up for the same job and trouble starts." 7805 Buddy "Jones, V M" HarperCollins NZ 2002 9781869504311 7-9 "Josh appears a typical teenager, resentful of his parents' divorce and dad's new girlfriend. Despite a crippling fear of the water, he learns to swim so that he can take part in the Iron Kid Triathlon, Sensitive treatment of mental retardation. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 10347 Budinge and the Min Min lights "Kirk, Uncle Joe & Casey, Greer & Harrold, Sandi (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743628577 K-2 "Budinge lives with his grandmother, deep in the Australian bush. One night, he notices a bright light twinkling through the trees. Budinge's grandmother had often warned him that if he didn't behave, the Min-Min lights would come and lead him away. Budinge is frightened and begins to run." 15059 "Buffy, an adventure story" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2001 9780744577853 K-2 "Buffy is a wonderful performing dog, rejected by his magician owner. He journeys the world until he realises that he can only be who he is and then he finds a family." 989 "Bugalugs bum thief, The" "Winton, Tim" Penguin 2003 9780143300847 3-4 "Skeeta Anderson woke up one morning to find that his bum was gone. And not only his bum, but the bum of every single person in the town of Bugalugs." 12035 "Bugliest bug, The" "Shields, Carol Diggory & Nash, Scott (ill)" Walker Books 2002 9780744556858 K-2 "Damselfly Dilly uncovers a plot by a group of sinister spiders who are holding a bugliest bug contest and secretly planning to eat the contestants, including Tumblebug, the Dung Beetle, who prefers to be called the Original Pooper Scooper." 4898 Bugs "Bone, Emily & Battistel, Cinzia (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474907163 K-2 "Ever wanted to learn all about the different bugs out there? Readers can learn all about lots of different bugs, from honey bees to wolf spiders. Did you know that some spiders can breathe underwater or that ants carry their babies when they move nests? Learn so much more about bugs in this enthralling book." 3476 "Building boy, The" "Montgomery, Ross & Litchfield, David (ill)" Faber & Faber 2016 9780571314096 K-2 "The boy's work was done. He looked into the eyes he'd built and said, ""Grandma, wake up."" All at once the stars leapt closer. Grandma grabbed the boy, raising him high above the roof tiles on her head. She was alive." 47248 Building site zoo "Masson, Sophie & Wood, Laura (ill)" Lothian Books 2017 9780734417527 K-2 "Every morning on our walk we see an amazing zoo, full of astonishing animals. Come and see them too! With a little imagination, a building site can come to life, bringing all kinds of animals into the busy town." 18462 "Bullies, bigmouths and so-called friends" "Alexander, Jenny" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2006 9780340911846 5-6 "Bullies push you around, bigmouths make sarcastic comments about you and so-called friends tell your secrets. Don't feel like a loser, just build up your defences. This book shows you how." 6348 "Bully chip, The" "Wood, Glenn" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781921977640 5-6 "A year after they defeated the evil Lester Smythe, Callum, Sophie and Jinx are having problems with two bullies who are targeting them at school. The friends do not back down and take on the bullies. But could the bullies' evil power be the work of Lester Smythe again." 2569 Bully on the bus "Apel, Kathryn" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702253287 3-4 "Each day Leroy, who's in grade one, and his older sister, Ruby, catch the bus to school. On every trip, DJ, an angry high school student, makes Leroy's life a misery through bullying, along with threats of what might happen if he tells anyone. Ruby encourages Leon to tell either his teacher or their parents, but Leroy resists. DJ's power is too strong." 10309 Bumblebee "Wilson, J V & Kennaway, Adrienne (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847800084 3-4 "A bumblebee queen's life is a busy one. She pollinates plants, builds wax honey-pots and lays eggs to produce future queens, male drones and the workers who make honey and defend the colony. Sadly, bumblebee numbers are in dramatic decline." 61 Bumface "Gleitzman, Morris" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140387971 7-9 "While his irresponsible, actress mother lives a jolly life, Angus is literally left holding the babies, his younger siblings. It's a bit much for an eleven year old. Humour masks the adult themes in this story that is suitable for mature readers." 18400 Bumpus jumpus dinosaurumpus "Mitton, Tony & Parker-Rees, Guy (ill)" Orchard Books 2003 9781841212944 K-2 "Story builds to a thumping, stomping crescendo as the many different dinosaurs dance and play together." 6477 Bungawitta "Rodda, Emily" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781862918337 5-6 "The town of Bungawitta is so dry that the youngest resident, Glory-Alice, has only ever seen rain on television. The residents have to work out how to bring people to the dying town, where the sun always shines." 12272 Bunny cakes "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin UK 2000 9780140566673 K-2 "Ruby is making a cake for grandma's birthday. Max, her little brother, has to make repeated trips to the grocer to make up for disrupting Ruby's project and to get the perfect ingredients for the special cake he is making for grandma." 12271 Bunny money "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin UK 2000 9780140567502 K-2 "Max and his sister, Ruby, are shopping for Grandma's birthday present. Ruby has saved up a walletful of money, and, as usual, she's in charge or thinks she is. She has plans for an elaborate gift but Max is sure that Grandma would prefer his choice." 2963 Bureau of Mysteries "Harper, H J & Ziersch, Nahum (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742752143 5-6 "George Feather lives an uneventful life. That is, until he falls down a chimney and discovers the Bureau of Mysteries, an eccentric group of investigators and codebreakers who live between the floors of a hotel. George is recruited and with his partner, Imp, must follow trails of evidence and try to crack the codes left behind by the suspects. The tricky cryptic clues must be solved in time to save the city." 9358 Burglar Bill "Ahlberg, Janet & Allan" Puffin UK 1999 9780140503012 3-4 "When Burglar Bill is burgled by Burglar Betty and finds a baby in a box, he changes his wicked ways." 62 Buried secrets "Harris, Christine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9780091827489 7-9 "Fourteen very different stories in this collection cover topics such as x-ray vision, senility and coping with braces." 1980 Burning the bails: the story of the ashes "Bell, Krista & Walters, Ainsley (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2013 9780987313980 5-6 "When Russell witnesses his mother burning wooden bails from a friendly cricket match between Australia and England, little does he know just how important that night becomes in sporting history." 63 "Burnt stick, The" "Hill, Anthony & Sofilas, Mark (ill)" Penguin 1996 9780140369298 5-6 "An Aboriginal boy is removed from his mother, despite her desperate efforts to disguise his fair skin by rubbing him with charcoal from a burnt stick." 24726 "Bus called Heaven, A" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781406334197 K-2 "One morning, a broken old bus appears, from nowhere, right outside Stella's house. Everyone wonders how it got there. When Stella climbs on board, she sees everything that it could become. So the lonely old bus becomes the place to hold meetings, play games and share stories. But one day, a tow truck arrives, threatening to take away not just the bus, but everything the community has worked hard to create." 88674 "Bus to the zoo, The" "Murphy, Mary & Lee, Joh (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862917286 K-2 "There's a funny, blue bus going to the zoo today. The passengers are all special animals and the bus is filling up very quickly." 5837 Bush and beyond: stories from country "Mia, Tjalaminu & Lister, Jessica & Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Tucker, Jayon" Fremantle Press 2018 9781925591132 3-4 "Grandparents are special. In these four short stories from Western Australia, four Aboriginal Australian writers have crafted stories featuring grandparents with their families. Fun, adventurous tales, featuring Noonga and Wongutha words, illustrations and local knowledge. " 12400 Bush babies "Dale, Kim" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408754 K-2 "A beautifully illustrated, lift-the-flap book which describes fourteen animal babies found in the Australian bush." 2693 "Bush Christmas, A" "Dennis, C J & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Black Dog Books 2011 9781742032078 5-6 It's Christmas in the bush and the sun burns hotly through the gums. Down the road old Rogan comes for a bite of tucker and a beer. Mum's in the kitchen cooking up a turkey and plum pudding. A famous Australian poem revisited. 75199 "Bush concert, The" "Visser, Helga" Omnibus Books 2011 9781862919150 3-4 "There has been a terrible drought and a multitude of Australian birds put on a gala concert to cheer themselves up. There is singing and dancing and magic tricks, but the final performance is the perfect end to a wonderful bush concert. Told in humorous rhyme." 15996 "Bush jumper, The" "Chapman, Jean & Beck, Ali (ill)" ABC Books 2005 9780733307492 K-2 Koala knits Mitti a jumper the colour of wattle blossom. The only problem is that she runs out of wool and has to knit a multi-coloured sleeve. Mitti is not keen on the result but the other animals help to change her mind. 5936 "Bush Santa, The" "Foot, Mandy" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734416858 K-2 "As the sun sets on Christmas Eve, the Bush Santa's big night begins. He travels around Australia, delivering special presents to all the Australian animals, from the cockies in Cairns and the crocs of the Top End, to the wallabies in Canberra and the quokkas of Rottnest Island." 23803 Bush tracks "Moriarty, Ros, & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760297824 K-2 "What can you see? Follow the clues that landscape, seasons, weather, the stars, the moon and the sun give to navigate bush tracks and find the Australian animal. A colourful exploration of country along a bush track, featuring illustrations by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio. " 120128 "Bush tucka, good tucka" "Brown, Jan & Madden, Robert (ill)" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359367 5-6 "An hilarious trip to the supermarket for two Aboriginal kids and their weary Nan to buy bush tucka, sees the children being both cheeky and rambunctiously helpful. Contains bush tucka recipes for banana jelly and fried scones. " 28038 Bush tucker and medicine of the Nyikina "Milgin, Annie Nayina & Watson, Dadakar John & Thompson, Liz" Pearson Education Australia 2009 9781740703994 5-6 Two elders share the stories and knowledge of food and medicine from Jarlmadangah Burru and the Nyikina people who live there. 8850 Bushrangers "Rushby, Pamela" Harcourt Education Australia 2003 9781740659789 5-6 Interesting information about some of the more colourful characters in Australia's bushranging history. 15060 "Bushrangers, heroes, victims or villains" "Bruce, Jill B & Wade, Jan (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2003 9780731811915 5-6 "Read about what made people choose to become bushrangers. Readers can decide whether the bushrangers' actions made them victims, villains or heroes." 4593 Busting "Blabey, Aaron" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743812389 K-2 Lou was busting for the loo. But the loo had quite a queue. What on earth was Lou to do. 5320 "Busy life of Ernestine Buckmeister, The" "Ravin Lodding, Linda & Beaky, Suzanne (ill)" Flashlight Press 2011 9780979974694 3-4 "Ernestine is in over her head. From Monday through to Sunday, Ernestine's week is packed with after-school lessons. She does tuba, knitting, sculpting, water ballet, yoga, yodelling and karate. Overwhelmed and exhausted, Ernestine decides to take matters into her own hands." 32266 Busy little creatures "Bowden, Fiona" Little Book Press 2017 9780648115601 K-2 "A fun way to explore movement, colour, patterns, sizes and numbers whilst supporting your child's learning and encouraging outdoor play and adventure." 8230 "Butcher paper, texta, blackboard and chalk" "Hunter, Ruby & Roach, Archie" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2012 9780980794847 K-2 "Warning: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander's are warned that this book and CD/DVD contains images and voices of deceased persons. A book of children's songs, captured beautifully with paintings by Ruby Hunter. You can listen to the CD while reading the book. Great resource for teachers." 807 Butter "Lange, Erin" Bloomsbury 2013 9780571294404 7-9 "Butter is overweight and he knows it. He is unpopular at school and sits alone at lunch. Then he decides to eat himself to death live over the net. Suddenly he is the centre of attention with the coolest group at school - he knows it is only because of his site but he is no longer alone. Will he go through with his dare and will his new found 'friends' let him or make him. Contains mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15304 Butterflies "Harley, Diana & Yates, Sue-Ellen (ill)" Sapphire Coast Press 2003 9780975145005 K-2 Allow your imagination to move with the butterflies in this engaging and beautifully illustrated book. Useful text for increasing students' understanding of vocabulary. 9500 Butterflies and other insects "Morgan, Sally" Thameside Press 2001 9781930643420 3-4 "The life span, mating behaviour, diet and self defence of butterflies and other insects, are revealed with amazing facts, relevant definitions and key terms." 33951 Butterflies close up "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2014 9781742033044 5-6 "Butterflies undergo one of the most amazing transformations experienced by any living creature. Take a closer look at these beautiful, flying insects." 9543 Butterflies fly "Winer, Yvonne & Lloyd-Jones, Karen (ill)" Margaret Hamilton 2000 9781876289010 3-4 This beautifully illustrated poetry book accurately describes fifteen different species of butterfly. 72124 Butterflies in my stomach and other school hazards "Bloch, Serge" Koala Books 2008 9780864618924 3-4 "On his first day of school, a little boy struggles with missing his dog and the oddities of the English language. Perhaps he really will be in a big pickle on the bus. He doesn't want to open a can of worms but it is all a bit confusing." 3037 "Butterfly heart, The" "Leyden, Paula" Walker Books 2011 9781406327922 7-9 "In Zambia, time is running out as Bul-Boo and Madillo try to work out a way to save their friend, Winifred, from a terrifying fate. In desperation, they ask the advice of Ifwafwa, the snake man, who promises to think about the problem. Ifwafwa is wise and has a gift with snakes, but he does not like to hurry and Bul-Boo becomes impatient. Some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 56138 Butterfly's circus "Goldstein, Nikki & Contreras, Melissa (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2010 9780733322594 3-4 "Butterfly is no ordinary girl. On the day she is born, jealous Romola casts a wicked spell that causes little Butterfly to grow wings. She is different from all the other children, but when the future of the circus is put in danger, Butterfly finds a way to save it from closing." 76454 Button boy "Young, Rebecca & deGennaro, Sue" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741697971 K-2 "Banjo is so fixated with button collecting, he doesn't join in the activities of the other neighbourhood children. When he returns home, his grandmother sews each button on his favourite jumper. But, the buttons once belonged to someone and, each morning, Banjo finds the owner of the buttons and detaches the relevant one from his jumper." 64 Buzzard breath & brains "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 1998 9780702229565 5-6 "The funny and moving sequel to, Swashbuckler. When the principal's prized rose garden is vandalised, Rex and Tony, get the blame. But it is a set-up, and Tony is """"making enquiries"""". Rex discovers a dilemma, a new friend and even netball." 9266 "By heart, 101 poems and how to remember them" "Hughes, Ted" Faber & Faber 1997 9780140867497 7-9 An anthology for reciters of poetry. 32219 By royal command "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747588856 7-9 "Lucy works as a serving maid for Dr Dee, court magician and consultant to Queen Elizabeth 1. In return for saving the Queen's life, Lucy is told that she is to work as a spy for Her Grace. When Lucy hears unexplained cries in the house, she suspects Dr Dee of foul deeds to make money and curry favour with the Queen." 4634 By the light of the moon "Percival, Tom" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408852118 K-2 "Ivan's old house had always been so warm and friendly. But, his new house is strange and Ivan can't sleep. From his window, he sees a shimmering light land in the garden. It's a creature called Moji who takes Ivan on a fabulous night-time adventure, up high into space, bounding through starlit forests and down deep into the oceans. The magical Moji shows Ivan that, soon, the new house will feel like home." 1021 "Cabbage patch war, The" "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1996 9780140382433 3-4 Chris is in the middle of a feud between her Dad and her neighbour. It is a very funny fight over a cabbage which turns into an out and out war. 6378 "Cabinet of curiosities, The" "Dowswell, Paul" Bloomsbury 2010 9781408800461 7-9 "When fourteen year old Lukas de Boodt is orphaned, his uncle takes him as an apprentice in Prague, a refuge for Europe's greatest alchemists and natural philosophers. The uncle is court physician to the reclusive, unstable Emperor, and also curator of his bizarre Cabinet of Curiosities, four halls full of wonders and scientific marvels. When Lucas learns of a sinister plot, his life is in great danger." 1022 "Cafe on Callisto, The" "French, Jackie" Koala Books 2001 9780864613325 3-4 "An amusing story about a light-hearted journey through space and time, with a father and his daughter searching for the perfect planet." Cairo Jim series "McSkimming, Geoffrey" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 12431 Call of the Osprey "Jorgensen, Norman & Harrison-Lever, Brian" Fremantle Press 2004 9781920731854 5-6 "When Tom offers to help the captain restore an old steam boat, he enters a world of blisters and barnacles, pirates and gun-runners, shipwrecks and sea creatures. As Tom works side by side with the captain, their friendship grows and strengthens." 66 Call of the wild "London, Jack" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780192728012 7-9 "Buck is a family pet and life is good in Santa Clara Valley, where he spends his days eating and sleeping in the golden sunshine. But, one day, a treacherous act of betrayal leads to his kidnap, and he is forced into a life of toil and danger as a sledge dog in the harsh and freezing cold Yukon, Buck must fight for his survival. This is a classic story of cruelty, kindness and survival in a harsh environment." 1034 Callie "Park, Ruth" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732289218 5-6 "A reissue combining two books, Callie's castle and Callie's family. Callie's castle is already on the PRC booklist with ID 67. You can read Callie's family using the ID number 1034. Callie is an ordinary child living in an extraordinary old house. She is bitterly disappointed when she is just one month too old at twelve to be able to go to Denmark with her dad as no-one can afford the adult fare she now needs. " 67 Callie's castle "Park, Ruth" HarperCollins Australia 1994 9780207186240 5-6 Callie's Grandpa Cameron discovers a secret room in the roof of her house and it becomes her secret hideaway. 1301 Calpepper's place "Trewin, Trudie & Gynell, Donna (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2014 9781922081322 K-2 "Calpepper has had enough of plodding through the hot desert sand and sets out for excitement and far away places, searching for the perfect home." 68 Came back to show you I could fly "Klein, Robin" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140342543 7-9 "Eleven year old Seymour meets Angie, who is older and beautiful, a dream girl. Seymour is unaware that Angie is a drug addict. Their friendship, and the revelation of this secret, changes both their lives. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15418 Camel rider "Mason, Prue" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2004 9780143300823 7-9 "Set in the panic and confusion of a wartime attack, two boys from different cultures must rely on each other to survive in the desert. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 7069 "Camel who crossed Australia, The" "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780732285432 7-9 "Bell Sing the camel has come from Pakistan to accompany Burke and Wills as they attempt to cross Australia from south to north, but Bell Sing yearns for water and freedom on a tough journey." 18382 Cameras in Narnia "Brodie, Ian" HarperCollins NZ 2005 9781869505806 5-6 "Detailed book of the making of the film, 'The Chronicles of Narnia'. A fascinating look at the process of film-making." 2948 Camp crazy "Trewin, Trudie" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781922077998 5-6 "Daks and his mates are camping. No parents, just four mates alone with nature. But then they find a hidden camp. Is it the legendary Jungle Jim or someone much more sinister." 38087 Camp croc "Trewin, Trudie" Walker Books 2011 9781921720031 5-6 "Camp Trib is legendary and Daks is finally there after years of waiting. So, too, are some wildlife smugglers. It's a jungle out there and Daks and his mates are in for an unexpected adventure at camp. Perhaps, they should be more afraid of the smugglers than the wildlife." 5188 Can a skeleton have an x-ray "Hughes-Odgers, Kyle" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162691 3-4 "From the practical to the philosophical, the interesting and big questions in this book are guaranteed to fire your imagination." 31588 Can I cuddle the moon? "Brown, Kerry & Stewart, Lisa (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695540 K-2 A little owl who is searching for someone to cuddle discovers that the cuddle may not be very far away at all. 5752 Can I touch your hair? "Latham, Irene & Walters, Charles & Allko, Selina & Qualls, Sean" Carolrhoda Books 2018 9781512404425 3-4 "Two young children from different racial and cultural backgrounds are asked to collaborate on a set of poems. They write about lots of different subjects showing their very different perspectives on issues such as religion, identity and friendship, finally coming to some kind of understanding of each other and the world they live in. " 23535 Can we lick the spoon now? "Goess, Carol & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill)" Working Title Press 2010 9781921504167 K-2 Share in the fun as Dad and the children get busy in the kitchen. They're making a chocolate cake and lots of things go wrong in the process. 21346 Can we save the tiger "Jenkins, Martin & White, Vicky (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406319095 5-6 "Tigers are big, beautiful and fierce. But, like many other animals, they are in danger of becoming extinct, with fewer than two thousand five hundred breeding adult tigers left in the world. But, the outlook is not all gloomy. Positive action is taking place to protect this threatened species as well as other endangered animals such as the bison, the Antarctic fur seal and the kakapo." 17975 Can you catch a mermaid "Ray, Jane" Orchard Books 2003 9781841212968 3-4 "Eliza befriends a mermaid named Freya and loves to play with her. When Freya loses her special mirror, she is unable to return to the sea. Eliza finds the mirror but hides it so Freya will stay with her. Eventually, she realises her mistake." 4000 Can you cuddle like a koala? "Butler, John" Orchard Books 2003 9781843623625 K-2 "I wonder if you can cuddle like a koala, hug like a bear or do all the other things the animals in these beautiful pictures can do on their way to bed." 41520 Can you find me? "Winch, Gordon & Shirvington, Patrick (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059793 K-2 Can you find all the creatures hiding in this book? 43046 Can you growl like a bear "Butler, John" Orchard Books 2008 9781846163241 K-2 "Try trumpeting like an elephant, growling like a bear and chattering like a chimp as you look at lots of different animals and the noises they make." 9625 Can you keep a secret "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2000 9780670844050 K-2 The King has lost his crown. He can't find it anywhere. Follow him through this picture book and see how silly he's been. 6079 Can you keep a secret "Carthew, Mark & Murphy, Jobi" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662481 K-2 "For anyone who loves nursery rhymes, and for anyone yet to discover their wonders, this book includes a collection of action verse, playtime and counting rhymes, all brought to life with bright illustrations. " 69 Can you keep a secret "Pausacker, Jenny" Dutton Children's Books 2001 9780525458401 7-9 "An historical, political thriller set in Melbourne during the Depression in the 1930s. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15553 "Can you whistle, Johanna" "Stark, Ulf" Gecko Press 2005 9781571430571 3-4 "Berra doesn't have a grandfather and Ulf suggests there are plenty of old men at the retirement home who would do as a grandfather. They go there to find a grandfather, ideally one who eats pig's trotters, invites you to tea and who can teach you to whistle." 12065 "Can't you sleep, Little Bear" "Waddell, Martin & Firth, Barbara (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744581669 K-2 "Little Bear can't sleep. Even with the biggest lantern at his bedside, he is frightened of the dark. But Big Bear finds a way to reassure him by taking him out to see the moon and the stars." 70 "Candle for Saint Antony, A" "Spence, Eleanor" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9780340605479 7-9 "An intense story about the developing, close relationship between Justin, an Australian boy, and Rudi, a sensitive boy from Austria. Their emotional interdependence causes trouble in their peer group as others question the nature of the relationship. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13193 Candles at dawn "Ural, Serpil" Limelight Press 2004 9780956935274 7-9 "An in-depth study of Gallipoli and what it meant to Australia, New Zealand and Turkey. A lesson in how futile war can be and the improbability of war if people from both sides really knew each other." 124556 Candyfloss "Wilson, Jacqueline" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2006 9780385608374 7-9 "Floss has a special bond with her penniless father with whom she shares a humorous relationship. By ignoring the teasing from her peers, she is able to discover true friendship." 1045 "Cannily, cannily" "French, Simon" Penguin 1999 9780141305240 5-6 "Constantly moving, Trevor is always the new boy. His home is a caravan and school is a strange desk in an unfamiliar classroom. He has his way of coping, of fitting into each new place but this time it's different and things start to go horribly wrong." 1047 Caps for sale "Slobodkina, Esphyr" HarperTrophy 1987 9780064431439 K-2 "A peddler walks around selling caps from a tall, tottering pile on his head. One morning, when he has not been able to sell a single cap, he sits down under a tree and falls asleep. When he wakes up, the caps are gone and the tree is full of cap-wearing monkeys." 9940 Captain Abdul's pirate school "McNaughton, Colin" Walker Books 2005 9781844281381 3-4 "Adventure story about Maisy Pickles who is sent to pirate school. At the school, she uncovers a sinister plot and uses her pirate skills to try to avoid disaster." Captain Congo series "Starke, Ruth & Holfeld, Greg (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 26342 Captain Cook and the Endeavour "Lefroy, Mike" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031286 5-6 "Captain Cook was from a poor farming family and his ship, the Endeavour, was originally named the Earl of Pembroke. After their voyages around the world, both came to be celebrities in history." 120129 Captain Cook's apprentice "Hill, Anthony" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780143004820 5-6 "When young Isaac Manley sailed from England with Captain James Cook on the Endeavour in 1768, no one knew if the mysterious southern continent really existed. During his three years at sea, Isaac witnessed floggings, huge storms, press-gangs and violent clashes as well as the tropical beauty of Hawaii and the wonders of New Zealand." 5879 Captain Crabclaw's crew "Watts, Frances & Legge, David (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733321801 K-2 "When Captain Crabclaw advertises for a fearsome crew for his new ship, the Speedy Squid, he doesn't get quite the crew he expects. But, it's hoist the mainsail and anchors aweigh with a most unusual pirate crew." 18337 Captain Fact's human body adventure Knife & Packer Egmont Childrens 2005 9781405217699 5-6 "Fantasy characters travel through the body explaining various organs and their functions. A fun and matter of fact look at the internal functions of the human body, both pleasant and unpleasant." 95547 Captain Flinn and the pirate dinosaurs: Smugglers Bay "Andreae, Giles & Ayto, Russell (ill)" Puffin UK 2010 9780141501321 K-2 "While exploring a cave on a school excursion to Smuggler's Bay, Flinn and the other children stumble upon the nefarious Pirate Dinosaurs. Captain T Rex and his crew are smuggling sausages out of a secret cove and their favourites are children chipolatas. Captain Flinn must thwart the horrible plan, rescue their friend and get back to the beach before Miss Pie notices they are missing." 527 Captain Gallant "Alexander, Goldie & Hamill, Dion (ill)" MacMillan 2005 9780732995973 3-4 "In his dreams, Guy becomes Captain Gallant, a hero with a devoted crew who have unusual powers. Answering a distress call, Gallant rushes to rescue stranded Martian children whose parents have been kidnapped." 27590 Captain Jack and the pirates "Bently, Peter & Oxenbury, Helen" Puffin UK 2016 9780723269281 K-2 "Jack, Zak and Casper, brave mariners three, are building a galleon down by the sea. A family day out at the beach turns into a swashbuckling pirate adventure." 31009 Captain Jimmy Cook discovers Third Grade "Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Foye, Jon (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760291938 3-4 "Jimmy Cook believes he is related to Captain James Cook and has plans to become an explorer. He decides to start in Hawaii. But, first, Jimmy has to navigate Third Grade and win the Wheetblocks competition to get there. That means beating the world's most annoying person, Alice Toolie." 4059 Captain Jimmy Cook discovers X marks the spot "Temple, Jol & Temple, Kate & Foye, Jon (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760291945 3-4 "Captain Jimmy Cook knows even the greatest explorers have problems. To start with, everyone in the school wants to help with the Secret Dinosaur Dig, so it's just a matter of time before Ms Fennel puts a stop to everything. And also, a large smelly cat is sitting in the dinosaur hole. But Jimmy has found a map of the school with a great big giant X on it. And everyone knows what that means- treasure! Is Captain Jimmy Cook about to make the discovery of a lifetime (again)?" 71 Captain Mack "Roy, James" University of Queensland Press 1999 9780702231070 5-6 "Danny has a difficult time at school. The school bully picks on him and Danny's friend, Captain Mack, still thinks that he is a POW and wants to return home." 17993 Captain Pepper's pets "Grindley, Sally & Parkins, David (ill)" Kingfisher 2004 9780753410424 3-4 "Captain Pepper wants a new pet. He wants to be famous so a boring old parrot just won't do. The Captain gets his pirate crew to find the perfect pet. When they bring him a python, Captain Pepper is delighted but it may not prove to be the perfect pet." 124718 Captain Pugwash "Ryan, John" Frances Lincoln 2007 9781845078218 3-4 "Captain Pugwash and cabin boy, Tom, spy a ship with a mound of treasure and set off in hot pursuit. They must beware of Cut-throat Jake and his crew." 1986 Captain Sneer the buccaneer "Morrison, Penny & Evans, Gabriel (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781922179609 K-2 "Ahoy there, me hearties, meet Captain Sneer, he's a most boastful buccaneer. Captain Sneer and his hardy crew of buccaneers are in for adventure and a big surprise in this rollicking, rhyming treasure hunt." 18535 Caravan kids "Hathorn, Libby & Connor, Julie (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944445 3-4 A family holiday in a caravan leads to an adventure for Sally and her family. Sally dreams of being a writer and so her Mum suggests she make her own story about the trip. 18484 Carbonel: the prince of cats "Sleigh, Barbara" Penguin 2005 9780141319735 5-6 "A young girl buys a broom that belonged to a witch and a black cat, Carbonel, comes along as part of the deal. With the help of a little boy, they try to break a spell to help Carbonel reclaim his position as king of cats." 59956 "Cardturner, The" "Sachar, Louis" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408808511 7-9 "Alton's girlfriend has dumped him, he has no money and no job, so it looks like a long summer holiday ahead. Then he is asked to drive his old, blind and sick uncle to play bridge. His parents are desperate for him to get in his uncle's good books, but Alton soon finds himself enjoying his uncle's company, as well as playing bridge." 5305 "Care and feeding of a pet black hole, The" "Cuevas, Michelle" Simon & Schuster 2018 9781471170188 5-6 "Stella Rodriguez learns the hard way that caring for a black hole can be a rather complicated thing. They are fantastic at swallowing stuff - all the stuff she no longer wants around, like scratchy sweaters and her brother Cosmo's annoying toy. More importantly Stella finds that she can get rid of other things, things that remind her of her dad, who died recently, things that remind her to be sad. It's gets even more interesting when the black hole accidentally swallows something far too precious to lose and Stella has to go deep inside on an epic, interstellar adventure to save her whole world. Who knew that have a pet black hole could be so much trouble?" 39615 Carla's sandwich "Herman, Debbie & Bailey, Sheila (ill)" Flashlight Press 2004 9780972922524 K-2 "Carla's lunch box is filled with odd combinations such as olive, pickle and green bean sandwich, and chopped liver, potato chips and cucumber combo. To Carla, they are delicious and creative but her classmates are unconvinced and leave her to eat her bizarre sandwiches alone. One day, the tables turn when Buster forgets his lunch on the day of the picnic." 23038 Caro was here "Farrelly, Elizabeth" Walker Books 2014 9781922244833 7-9 "One match, one chance, she thinks. Make it count. Skipping school to lead a group of friends - and enemies - on an adult-free excursion to an island in Sydney Harbour is Caro's idea of a twelfth birthday outing. Marooned overnight? She can handle that too. But the challenges multiply. They're not alone on the island, and Caro must save her friends from life-threatening danger." 2961 "Carousel, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Di Qual, Walter (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670074624 K-2 "A small girl and her dad go down to see the carousel and ride on the wooden horses. So begins the magical journey, a journey of music and mirrors, of green hills and sunlit skies, of wishes and freedom." 12494 "Carp for Kimiko, A" "Kroll, Virginia & Roundtree, Katherine (ill)" Charlesbridge Publishing 1993 9780881064117 K-2 "Kimiko very much wants a calico carp kite to fly on Children's Day. She can't have one because she's a girl and Japanese tradition dictates that only boys get colourful kites. Luckily, Kimiko has understanding parents." 73 Carrie's war "Bawden, Nina" Oxford University Press 1997 9780198312956 7-9 Carrie is evacuated to a Welsh mining town during the bombing raids on British cities in World War II. 6185 "Carrum sailing club, The" "Saxby, Claire & Booth, Christina (Ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2011 9781921136849 K-2 "Join the family on their walk, exploring the beach, on their way to visit the Carrum Sailing Club. . " 571642 Carry on "Rowell, Rainbow" Pan MacMillan 2016 9781250135025 7-9 "Simon Snow might be the worst Chosen One ever, at least according to his roommate, Baz. And Baz might be evil and a vampire, but he could also be right. Most of the time, Simon can't make his wand work, he mostly can't find his mentor, and there's a magic-eating monster causing mayhem. Baz would be loving it, except he hasn't even bothered to come back to school for the final year. Carry On is a ghost story, a love story and a mystery. You think you've read this book before, but you haven't. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9477 "Cars, trains and motorcycles" "Oxlade, Chris" Watts Publishing Group 2003 9780749647308 3-4 "The basic scientific theory behind land transport with information on wheels, engines, suspension and steering. Plans and instructions for a working model car are included. Diagrams and cutaway artwork reveal how cars, trains and motorcycles work." 806 Cartboy and the time capsule "Campbell, L.A." Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743314807 5-6 "Hal Rifkind wonders why he can't have the easy life he craves - a room of his own, time to play video games with his best mate Arnie and most of all, surviving grade six. Instead he has to share his room with his twin baby sisters, is only permitted 15 minutes of video games on weekends and he has a year-long history assignment to complete." 12808 Caruso's song to the moon "Jaunn, Adele" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406248 K-2 "Caruso, a music-loving cat, fancies himself as a crooner. He sings a scale to the moon and admires each lovely note. Unfortunately, the neighbourhood doesn't appreciate his nocturnal noise." 82640 "Case of the diamond shadow, The" "Masson, Sophie " ABC Books 2008 9780733323300 7-9 Daisy and George find themselves caught up in a world of mystery and glamour when they try to unmask the jewel thief before it's too late. 31826 Caspar and the night sea "Binks, Alison" Windy Hollow Books 2016 9781922081629 K-2 "While everyone is sleeping, a little boy and his dog embark on a sailing journey. " 8088 Casper Candlewacks in death by pigeon "Brett, Ivan" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007411559 3-4 "Most villages have an idiot, but Casper Candlewacks' village is full of them. So, being bright and the only boy with any sense makes poor Casper something of an outsider. When famous magician the Great Tiramisu curses the village, Casper's father is blamed and sentenced to death by pigeon. It's up to Casper and his best friend to find the magician, reverse the curse and save the day." 110684 Cassandra's sister "Bennett, Veronica" Walker Books 2006 9781844281473 7-9 "In Austen's society, there are two outcomes to love. Either your heart is broken or your love is returned leading to a lifetime of child-bearing and preserve-making. Find out whether Jane Austen ever met her real life Mr Darcey. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " Casson family series "McKay, Hilary" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 13850 "Cassowary's egg, The" "Fleming, Gary" Brolly Books 2006 9781877035081 3-4 "Carla, a very bossy cassowary, leaves her partner, Calvin, to look after their egg for twenty-one days. But, the egg gets stolen and Calvin must find a way to get it back before Carla returns." 9428 Castle diary: journal of a young page "Platt, Richard & Riddell, Chris (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744582208 3-4 "The thirteenth century journal of eleven year old, Tobias Burgess. In 1285, Tobias was a page at the castle of his uncle, John Burgess, Baron of Strandborough. Colourful renderings of the castle, the hunt, a tournament and harvest time are included." 18613 Castles "Baillie, Allan & Magerl, Caroline (ill)" Penguin 2005 9780670041848 K-2 An imaginative story of princesses and pirates and a magical world. 119514 Castles "Thompson, Colin" Red Fox 2007 9780099439424 5-6 A totally creative picture book which will fascinate children. Thompson's imaginary castles will provide endless hours of enjoyment for the readers as they move from page to page. 2834 Cat "Dumbleton, Mike & Smith, Craig (ill)" Working Title Press 2007 9781876288808 3-4 Sometimes this adventurous cat is the victim and sometimes it is the victor. The story is told through the illustrations more than the words with lots of humour. A great book for reading the pictures. 12311 Cat and fish "Grant, Joan & Curtis, Neil (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404817 K-2 "Cat and Fish discover each other one night and spark a most unlikely friendship. As they teach each other about the worlds of the land and the sea, they find they share a common sense of adventure. They learn new things from each other." 17142 Cat and Fish go to see "Grant, Joan & Curtis, Neil (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407719 K-2 Cat and Fish go on a voyage and get sea sick. They find a lighthouse and compare what each other needs to overcome the seas. They both realise that being themselves is best. 10142 "Cat and the dog, The" "Dahan, Andre " Brolly Books 2008 9781921346521 K-2 "When a playful cat squirts a dog with a hose, he gets chased for his efforts, over fences, rooftops, through a lake and a playground." 4738 "Cat at the wall, The" "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781760112448 7-9 "On Israeli's West Bank, a cat sneaks into a small Palestinian house that has just been commandeered by two Israeli soldiers. The house seems empty until the cat realises that a little boy is hiding beneath the floorboards. This is no ordinary cat and she wonders what to do. When the boy's teacher comes looking for him, tensions rise quickly and, as Israeli tanks approach, the cat realises she must diffuse the situation." 47175 Cat Balloon "Morgan, Palo" Fremantle Press 2009 9781921361654 K-2 Everyone tells Cat Balloon he'll never fly to the moon. But where there's a will there's a way. This enchanting picture book is about a cat who dared to dream. 1089 Cat chocolate "Darling, Kate" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781862913776 3-4 An amusing tale of chocolate and revenge. 1091 "Cat in the hat comes back, The" "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1982 9780001713048 K-2 "The mischievous cat returns on a snowy day to wreak more havoc. Lots of predictable rhyme, rhythm and fun." 12031 "Cat in the hat, The" "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1983 9780001713031 K-2 "The scariest part of this story isn't the terrible cat and all the zany things he does in the house, but what mum will say when she comes home." 16757 "Cat kin, The" "Green, Nick" Faber & Faber 2007 9780571234813 7-9 "Ben and Tiffany overcome their own problems when they take on the human vermin of London using their amazing martial arts skills. These skills, learnt from the unnervingly cat-like and unlikely Mrs Powell, come from an age of cat-worship." 4642 "Cat mummy, The" "Wilson, Jacqueline & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" Corgi Books 2009 9780440864165 5-6 "Verity is devastated when Mabel, her adored cat, dies. School lessons about the Ancient Egyptians lead Verity to attempt to honour Mabel with an Ancient Egyptian mummification. Verity's mum died during childbirth and her dad and grandparents have avoided speaking to her about it, but now it is time to talk." 102559 Cat on the island "Crew, Gary & Warden, Gillian (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780207200700 7-9 "The true story of David and his father who came to Stephens Island, a remote and pristine New Zealand island, in 1894. They built a lighthouse to protect ships, chopping down the trees and demolishing the habitat of the birds. But worse than that, they also brought their pregnant cat and the island's tiny flightless wrens were wiped out in less than two years. " 88543 "Cat on the mat is flat, The" "Griffiths, Andy & Denton, Terry (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2006 9780330422604 3-4 "Funny stories with silly pictures about a rat with a bat and a flat cat, also a duck with a truck that sucks up muck. A wonderful spoof on simple readers." 46416 Cat tale "Hall, Michael" Greenwillow 2012 9780061915161 K-2 Follow the adventures of three cats as they rumble and tumble in a confusing journey of words. 23583 "Cat wants cuddles, The" "Crumble, P & Gifford, Lucinda " Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743811412 K-2 "Kevin doesnt want a pat. He doesnt want a tickle. And he definitely does NOT want a cuddle. There's absolutely no way this hilarious cat is going to change his mind about that. Or will he? " 570812 "Cat wants kittens, The" "Crumble, P. & Gifford, Lucinda (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769097 K-2 Kevin has some new playmates. They are cute and cuddly and they're here to stay; but not if Kevin has anything to do with it! See what happens when two adorable kittens barge into Kevin's life and make themselves at home. How will this fussy feline cope? 18338 "Cat who got carried away, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & McEwen, Katharine (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844280988 3-4 "Gus and Gloria have a lot of running to do, Mrs Gaskitt hardly ever gets out of bed and something dreadful happens to Horace. A fast-paced family comedy." 7586 "Cat with the coloured tail, The" "Mears, Gillian & Dabarera, Dinalie (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781922077400 3-4 "Mr Hooper and The Cat with the Coloured Tail travel through the countryside in their ice-cream van. They enjoy looking for heart shapes, and making people happy with their delicious moon-creams. But, a dark feeling is following the cat. Something is wrong. When the ice-cream van enters the forest, Mr Hooper and the cat realise the heart of the world is in danger. They must try and save it." 14111 "Cat, the dog, Little Red, the exploding eggs, the wolf and Grandma's wardrobe, The" "Fox, Diane & Fox, Christyan" Words & pictures 2014 9781910277003 3-4 "Cat starts reading to Dog, explaining that it's a story about a little girl who always wears a red cape with a hood. Dog loves stories about superheroes and wants to know her special power. When Cat advises that the little girl doesn't have any special powers and it's not that kind of a story, the fun begins." 17205 "Catalyst, The" "Coggan, Helena" Hodder & Stoughton 2015 9781444794670 7-9 "For eighteen years, the world has been divided into the magically Gifted and the non-magical Ashkind. Rose Elmsworth's identity is far more dangerous. At fifteen, she has earned herself a place alongside her father in the Department, a brutal law-enforcement organisation, run by the Gifted to control the Ashkind. But, an old enemy is threatening to start a catastrophic war and Rose faces a challenging choice and a test of her loyalties. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4590 "Catawampus cat, The" "Carter Eaton, Jason & Gordon, Gus (ill)" Penguin 2017 9780143785583 K-2 The catawampus cat walked into town one day and that's when everything began to change. 126166 Catch that goat "Alakija, Polly" Barefoot books 2005 9781846860577 K-2 "Ayoka, a little girl living in Nigeria, loses her goat. Of course, the goat wanders off through the market where it can cause the most mischief. Interesting mix of realism and fun." 14151 Caterpillar and butterfly "Kwaymullina, Ambelin" Fremantle Press 2009 9781921361579 K-2 "Caterpillar lives alone and, in fear of her surroundings, forms a chrysalis where she can hide away. After a while, she misses the other animals and starts to wonder what it might be like to explore the outside world. When she emerges, she discovers that not only is she different but she is not alone." 9493 Caterpillars "Watts, Barrie" Franklin Watts 2003 9780749650001 3-4 "One of the Minibeasts series, describing the physical characteristics, behaviour and habitat of a variety of caterpillars." 74 "Catherine, called Birdy" "Cushman, Karen" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330397797 7-9 "Set in the Middle Ages, Catherine objects to marrying the rich suitors her father has arranged for her to meet." 76 Cathy Freeman "Dolan, Beth" Heinemann 1997 9781863918619 5-6 A biography of one of Australia's most famous athletes and one of the books in the Young Achievers series. 18688 Catland "Starke, Ruth" Penguin 2005 9780143302018 5-6 "Having to stay with her Dad, his new wife and two stepdaughters when her mum goes to India is not as bad as Rose first thinks. Her stepmother is mounting a campaign against cats and a neighbour who has lots of them. Rose finds a solution." 15365 "Cats in Krasinski Square, The" "Hesse, Karen & Watson, Wendy (ill)" Scholastic US 2004 9780439435406 5-6 "The cats in Krasinski Square once belonged to someone and so did a young girl whose family has been destroyed by war. Even as she and her sister struggle to survive amid the war's chaos, they risk their lives in a plan to help others." 9490 Caves "Llewellyn, Claire" Heinemann 2002 9781588109682 3-4 An introduction to how sea and underground caves are made and the unusual rock formations and animal life that are found in them. 1112 "Cay, The" "Taylor, Theodore" Puffin Australia 1995 9780140366204 7-9 "A classic story of race relations, shipwrecks and survival when a young boy and an older man find themselves stranded on an isolated cay in the middle of the ocean." 4303 "Cedar, seals and whaling ships" "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741750034 5-6 "Explores the developing technology and economy of Australia at the hands of the new white settlers: whaling, sealing, farming, timber-felling, ship-building, exploring and transporting goods by land and sea." 53654 Celebrate Hanukkah "Heiligman, Deborah" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426302930 3-4 "Find out about the history, meaning, symbols and celebration of Hanukkah, a special event in the Jewish calendar. Eye-catching photographs show Jewish children all over the world preparing for and celebrating this special time of year." 21693 Celebrating Australia: a year in poetry "Marwood, Lorraine" Walker Books 2015 9781925081022 5-6 "A collection of poems connected by many of the key days and celebrations throughout the year in Australia. It includes special days such as Chinese New Year, Harmony Day, Diwali, Ramadan and ANZAC Day, as well as important days like your birthday and the first day of school." 14391 Celeste sails to Spain "Lester, Alison" Hachette Children's Books 2006 9780733621062 K-2 "Celeste and her family members have different experiences while going to the museum, to the park, to the show, celebrating and dreaming." 12242 Centipede's 100 shoes "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2002 9781842701072 K-2 "When a centipede trips over and hurts his foot, the only thing to do is to get a set of shoes for all of his forty-two feet. That's a lot of shoes. Follow centipede and have fun with numbers as he shares his shoes with various beetles, spiders, earwigs and other creatures." 42065 "Certain music, A" "Walters, Celeste & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663334 5-6 "In 1823, a young, lonely girl spends much of her time hiding in the Vienna Woods. She spies an old man, a composer, and they form an odd friendship which develops through their mutual love of music. A story of how she triumphs over difficult circumstances and how people can help each other." 2228 Chains "Anderson, Laurie Halse" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747598657 7-9 "This story follows two very different battles for independence, that of slave girl, Isabel, and the American War of Independence. Presents a realistic view of prejudice and slavery in 18th century America and includes some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 568097 Chalk Boy "Wild, Margaret & Ord, Mandy (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760630683 3-4 "Barnaby is a pavement artist. This morning he started drawing me, Chalk Boy. I have a head that can think, eyes that can see, ears that can hear and legs that can run. Best of all, I have a heart that can feel. Thank you, Barnaby. " 17778 "Chalk rainbow, The" "Kelly, Deborah & Jones, Gwynneth (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335453 K-2 "Zane is different to other kids. He has his own made-up language. He likes to line things up. And he is frightened of things that don't seem to bother other people - like the colour black. Things are looking pretty bleak for him and his family, until his sister starts to draw a chalk rainbow on the front steps of their house... " 88507 Chalkline "Mitchell, Jane" Walker Books 2009 9781406315172 7-9 "It's an ordinary morning at school in rural Kashmir when the silence of dawn prayers is ripped apart by gunfire. Freedom Fighters are raiding his village and Rafiq is the first boy to cross the chalkline into a life of brutality and violence. Rafiq's memory of his family has been all but obliterated by his forced training, indoctrination and terrorist actions and is unrecognisable as the boy who left the village. Includes violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 77 "Champion & other stories, The" "Sykes, Helen (ed)" Phoenix Education 2003 9781875695621 7-9 "Helen Sykes has combined a selection of stories by some of Australia's best-known authors. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 78 Change the locks "French, Simon" Penguin 2005 9780143301721 7-9 "Steven has to assume much of the responsibility for his little brother when his young mother can't cope. Steven's fears, and the memories that accompany them, are explained as he becomes closer to his mother. Some strong language in context." 79 "Changeover, The" "Mahy, Margaret" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780007155019 7-9 "Laura has premonitions and senses what is about to happen. She is encouraged to 'change over' and become a witch so that she can help save her brother from an evil spirit. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1123 Changes "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1997 9780744554281 3-4 "Joseph Kaye is beset by bizarre and threatening changes occurring around him, including the arrival of a new baby." 5593 Changing gear "Gardner, Scot" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760631468 7-9 "Merrick Hilton has done a runner. On his postie bike. With his swag and a need to clear his head before the HSC. He plays his parents and hits the road. But there's no telling how he'll handle life's potholes when things don't go as planned. Thankfully Victor - an old bloke he meets on the road - knows a bit about broken postie bikes, and broken hearts. Will Victor, Merrick, and the dog survive road-kill, the kindness of strangers, a rave, mindless violence and unexpected romance? There's only one way to find out. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9347 Changing stories "Mellor, Bronwyn & Hemming, Judith & Leggett, Jane" Chalkface Press 1990 9781875136018 7-9 A collection of different versions of folk and fairy stories designed to encourage secondary students to consider different points of view and the ways stories can change over time. 7814 Chantelle's cloak "Marwood, Lorraine & Bell, Jocelyn (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143306382 3-4 "When Mum's new baby is born, Chantelle doesn't want to be a big sister. All she wants is a special, magical cloak so she can make herself invisible." Chanters of Tremaris series "Constable, Kate" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1128 Charlie and the chocolate factory "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2002 9780141311302 5-6 "Willy Wonka, the eccentric chocolate-maker, opens his doors to the public. Young Charlie Bucket and four unworthy fellow winners, have the opportunity to discover some extraordinary secrets. For Charlie, life will never be the same again." 4599 Charlie and the great glass elevator "Dahl, Roald" Puffin Australia 2007 9780141322698 5-6 "Charlie Bucket has won Willy Wonka's chocolate factory and is on his way to take possession of it, in a great glass elevator. When the elevator makes a fearful whooshing noise, Charlie and his family find themselves in splendid orbit around the Earth. A daring adventure has begun, with Willy Wonka leading the way." 14199 Charlie and the karaoke cockroaches "Brough, Alan" Pan MacMillan 2017 9781743548448 5-6 """I didn't want the exterminator to be flattened by a flying sink. I just wanted a home for the cockroaches."" Charlie is thrown into an adventure when his new friend Vivien hands him a mysterious box and makes him swear to look after it no matter what" 80 Charlie Carver stacks it "Stiller, Laurie" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780091832964 5-6 Quirky tales and scientific principles are included in the bizarre disasters that befall the Carver family. 18528 Charlie Cook's favourite book "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" MacMillan 2005 9781405034692 3-4 "A fun, entertaining stroll through eleven books woven into one. Charlie reads his favourite book, in which a character reads a favourite book, in which another character reads another favourite book." 12645 Charlotte and me "Gould, Sally" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136054 K-2 "At kindergarten, a little boy meets Charlotte, a little girl from Paris, and they become great friends. When Charlotte has to return to Paris, the boy must deal with his loss." 3811 Charlotte and the rock "Martin, Stephen.W. & Cotterill, Samantha (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143785309 K-2 "When Charlotte asked her parents for a pet, a rock wasn't exactly what she had in mind. But she loves her new pet anyway. If only he could love Charlotte back..." 14338 Charlotte and the starlet "Warner, Dave" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741661248 5-6 Charlotte is a thirteen year old girl with aspirations of joining the Junior Olympic Equestrian Squad. She loves riding and knows she is good but nothing has prepared her for the dirty tricks that other competitors have up their sleeves. 81 Charlotte's web "White, E B" Puffin USA 1973 9780140301854 5-6 "Charlotte, the spider, spins messages in her web to help save her friend, Wilbur, the pig." 1134 Charm school "Fine, Anne" Corgi Books 2000 9780440864004 3-4 "Robust, no nonsense Bonny has a healthy attitude to herself and others that enables her to survive a day at Charm School although she is involved in some hilarious episodes along the way." 1141 Charmed life "Jones, Diana Wynne" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2001 9780007118519 7-9 "Everyone says that Gwendolyn Chant is a gifted witch with astonishing powers, so it suits her enormously when she is taken to live in Chrestomanci Castle. Her brother, Eric, better known as Cat, is not so keen for he has no talent for magic at all." Chasing the valley series "Melki-Wegner, Skye" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 56355 Chat room "Biggs, Barbara" Micklind enterprises 2006 9780764228230 7-9 "Sam is thirteen and has recently moved from Sydney to Melbourne with her high powered, busy parents. She has started at a new school and feels lonely and isolated. Sam logs onto chat rooms for company and begins a friendship with Chatman, a charming seventeen year old. But, Chatman is not what he seems and the developing friendship takes a sinister turn. Addresses contemporary problems associated with the anonymity of chat rooms and internet predators. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 18705 Chatterbox "Wild, Margaret & Niland, Deborah (ill)" Penguin 2006 9780670029327 K-2 "Max's baby sister, Daisy, is gorgeous. But when is she going to talk? Mum wants her to say moo, Dad wants her to say neigh, Nana wants her to baa and Max wants her to quack. But Daisy says nothing, until one day she surprises everyone." 5604 Chaucer the cat and the animal pilgrims "Borlenghi, Patricia" Bloomsbury 2002 9780747547907 3-4 "A group of pilgrims gather in Paris at Notre Dame. Their leader, Chaucer, the cat from London, suggests they pass the time by retelling stories from their countries of origin, including Australia, the West Indies, Africa, North America, China and India." 75725 Chaucer's Canterbury tales "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2007 9780744570076 5-6 "Nine classic tales of Chaucer, including The Knight, the Miller, the Reeve, the Wife of Bath, the Franklin, the Clerk, the Summoner, the Pardoner and the Nun's Priest, are presented in comic style format. Chaucer is also represented as a character, who greets and farewells the readers." 1972 Check on me "Daddo, Andrew & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" ABC Books 2009 9780733324192 K-2 A favourite bedtime story to read to a very young child. All the best bedtimes include stories that are read and stories that are told plus a few other things that make them special. 5933 Cheeky monkey "Daddo, Andrew & Quay, Emma (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733321009 K-2 "Dad wakes his small boy and it's time for a bath, dressing, hair combing and breakfast." 28581 "Cheer up your teddy bear, Emily Brown" "Cowell, Cressida & Layton, Neal (ill)" Orchard Books 2011 9781408308486 K-2 "Emily Brown and her side-kick rabbit, Stanley, are on a mission to cheer up one very unhappy teddy bear. But, no matter what they try, the teddy bear is still miserable. Emily Brown has had enough." 39360 Cheese belongs to you "Deacon, Alexis & Schwarz, Viviane (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781406339666 K-2 "A small white rat learns about 'rat law' as bigger, quicker and stronger rats lay claim to a wonderful piece of cheese." 7475 "Cheese trap, The" "Cowley, Joy & McClelland, Linda (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 1995 9781869433185 K-2 "Two little mice go cheesing and the old, grey meow is watching. This wise cat knows a thing or two and she plans to catch those mice." 937 Cheetah can't lose "Shea, Bob" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780061730832 K-2 Cheetah doesn't realise how skillful his little friends are when they set him up to lose the big race. 1217 Chelonia Green: champion of turtles "Mattingley, Christobel" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741751710 5-6 "Michelle, alias Chellie, (Chelonia is the scientific name for the green turtle), lives with her parents on a remote island off the coast of Queensland. When a cherished loggerhead turtle dies after being choked by a carelessly discarded fishing line, Chellie sets out on a clean-up campaign, using some very effective letter writing and emailing. " 4487 "Cherry pie princess, The" "French, Vivian & Kissi, Marta (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406368970 3-4 "Princess Peony has had a bad feeling that her father might be a tyrant. She doesn't want to believe it, but he has a nasty habit of throwing people in dungeons...There's a royal party coming up, and the king is in an even worse mood than usual. He flat out refuses to invite the wicked hag, which can mean only one thing: TROUBLE!" 5370 Chess nuts "Lawrinson, Julia" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304708 5-6 Jackson is sporty and popular. Anna is number one in the school chess squad. These two will have to get along once the game changes. Includes schoolyard banter. 8184 Chester and Gil "Faulkner, Carol & James, Ann (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862915848 K-2 "Chester and Gil live in the same goldfish bowl. While Gil just floats around the same old place, Chester knows he can save the world. A funny story of a fishy odd couple and the power of thinking big." 10869 "Chewing-gum kid, The" "Dawe, Bruce" Penguin 2002 9780143300052 5-6 "Simon Bright has a feeling that this week is going to be different and he's right. After the discovery of the Super-Gum, his life changes." 12403 "Chick called Saturday, A" "Dunbar, Joyce & Granstrom, Brita (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780552547437 K-2 "Saturday is fed up with being a little chick as he wants to do more than just cluck, scratch and peck. So, Saturday sets off on a farm adventure and discovers something that really interests him." 3909 Chicken clicking "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2015 9781783440528 3-4 "One night, Chick hops into the farmer's house and has a little browse on his computer. Soon, she's bought a funny teapot, a frilly blouse, scooters for the sheep and a car for the cows. She just can't stop clicking. But, when she arranges to meet up with a friend she makes online, Chick discovers that all is not as it seems." 28139 Chicken dance "Sauer, Tammi & Santat, Dan (ill)" Sterling Publishing Co 2009 9781402753664 3-4 "Marge and Lola are two chickens on a mission. They must win the barnyard talent contest to win tickets to see the famous singer, Elvis Poultry. But, first, they have to summon up enough talent to score higher than those heckling ducks." 9252 Chicken Stu "Luff, Nathan" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695564 5-6 "Stu is a wuss, a weakling, a soft city kid. His cousins are tough farm kids who are daredevils. When Stu is packed off to the country for the summer, he has to face the dangers that lurk behind every tree, demonic lambs, yabby-infested tanks and, worst of all, his cousins." 65987 "Chicken thief, The" "Rodriguez, Beatrice " Gecko Press 2009 9781877467318 K-2 "The fox steals the chicken and is pursued by the bear and the rabbit. Eventually, when the pursuers find the fox and the chicken, it's not quite what they expected." 82 Chickpea "Syme, Marguerite Hann" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781863886420 5-6 "Hooman, a young Iranian Australian boy, lives with his widower father and irritating younger sister, Mina. His pet hen, Chickpea, becomes broody over a clutch of infertile eggs and refuses to leave the nest." 15137 Chidi only likes blue: an African book of colours "Onyefulu, Ifeoma" Frances Lincoln 1997 9780711211674 3-4 "Nneka's little brother, Chidi, is always saying his favourite colour is blue. Could it be that he just doesn't know any others? Nneka decides to teach him nine colours seen in their African village, from pink flowers to the yellow gari they eat." 15819 Chief Rhino to the rescue "Lloyd, Sam" Orchard Books 2008 9781846169410 K-2 "Firechief Rhino and his men answer a fire call and, by mistake, put out Great Granny Wrinkles' one hundred birthday candles. However, because Granny's teeth are not so good anymore,she is quite happy with the soggy cake. It turns out to be the most super-sizzling party ever." 29168 "Child of books, A" "Jeffers ,Oliver " Walker Books 2016 9780763690779 K-2 "A little girl sails her raft across a sea of words, arriving at a small boy's house. She calls him away on an adventure and, through forests of fairy tales and across mountains of make-believe, they travel together on a fantastical journey, which unlocks the boy's imagination." 83 Child of the May "Tomlinson, Theresa" Yearling 2000 9780440415770 7-9 "A revolt against King John's rule, with characters including Robin Hood and his men." 84 Child's dreaming "Gilbert, Kevin" Hyland House 1992 9780947062972 5-6 "Kevin Gilbert is an Aboriginal artist and poet and his poems focus on the Australian outback, in particular, the fauna." 25924 "Child's garden: a story of hope, A" "Foreman, Michael" Walker Books 2009 9781406312072 3-4 "In a ruined village, torn apart by war, a barbed wire fence cuts off a little boy from the hills he loved to walk in. One day, after rain, he sees a tiny, green shoot breaking through the rubble." 983 "Child's introduction to ballet, A" "Lee, Laura & Hamilton, Meredith (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733323447 5-6 "Experience dance in a whole new way by listening to the accompanying CD while reading about the history of ballet and its most famous dancers, composers and choreographers. Find out about the different ballet steps and positions, and read the wonderful stories of the world's greatest ballets. " 7984 "Children of the king, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Penguin 2012 9780670076130 5-6 "Cecily, Jeremy and a young refugee, May, have been sent to live with Uncle Peregrine in the country, safe from the war in London. But, when Cecily and May find two mysterious boys hiding out in a nearby castle ruin, and Jeremy runs away to London to help in the war effort, several destinies come together to make an extraordinary adventure." 36871 "Children of the lost, The" "Whitley, David" Penguin 2010 9780141330129 7-9 "Mark and Lily have been banished from Agora, the ancient city-state where everything is for sale, memories, emotions and even children. Lost and alone they discover Giseth, a seemingly perfect land where everyone is equal and possessions are unknown. Lily believes they will find the secret of their entwined destiny. But paradise comes at a price. " 9315 "Children of the new forest, The" "Marryatt, Captain F" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261107 5-6 "Cavaliers and Roundheads battle it out in the turbulent setting of the English Civil war, providing the background for this classic tale of four orphans trying to survive in the forest." 43449 "Children of Willesden lane, The: A true story of hope and survival during World War II" "Golabek, Mona & Cohen, Lee" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760630805 7-9 "A story about the strength of one young girl separated from her family during the 2nd World War and sent to live with strangers in England. While the war drags on over years and Lisa dreams of seeing her family again she clings to the one gift her mother told her to never loose, her music. Lisa's piano playing would go on and brighten the lives of all those around her in the darkest of times and her story reminds us not just of the power of music, but of the amazing resilience and humbling kindness of the human spirit. For anyone who enjoyed The Diary of Anne Frank." 5367 "Children who loved books, The " "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2012 9781921928161 K-2 "Angus and Lucy love books. They have hundreds of them. Then, one day, all the books are taken away and the family discovers they need books more than they could ever have imagined." 85 "Children's house of Belsen, The" "Verolme, Hetty" Fremantle Press 2001 9781863682527 7-9 "A true account of the author's time spent as a prisoner in Belsen concentration camp, 1943-1945. The fear and uncertainty of the time are depicted simply, focusing on the positives not just the horrors associated with this period and place. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4445 "Children's treasury of Milligan, A" "Milligan, Spike" Viking UK 2001 9781852278915 5-6 "A rare and delightful collection of Spike Milligan's humour for children that includes 'Best of silly verse for kids', 'Milliganisms' and more." 76676 Children: a first art book "Micklethwait, Lucy" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845074999 K-2 "A perfect introduction to great art. Each of the 18 paintings depicts childhood activities such as dancing, reading, singing, eating, washing and sleeping. " 5309 Chimp rescue: a true story "French, Jess & McKenna, Virginia (intro)" Orion 2016 9781510100541 3-4 "This is the story of Chinoise, the baby chimpanzee who was rescued by Born Free and their supporters in 2014. After spending her early life isolated and in captivity, Chinoise now lives in a special nursery for rescued primates where, at last, she has made friends and learned how to play." 10910 "Chimpanzee book: apes like us, The" "Litchfield, Carla" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030746 5-6 "They look cute and cuddly but don't underestimate them. Our closest living, animal relatives use tools to hunt, can hold a grudge and even use computers to communicate." 86 "China coin, The" "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 1999 9780140347531 7-9 The horror of Tiannaman Square confronts Leah when she is searching for her ancient links in China. 54490 China: land of dragons and emperors "Mah, Adeline Yen" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741754674 7-9 "Paper, gunpowder, silk, porcelain, stirrups for riding horses and many other wonderful and extraordinary things were first used in China. Read about the rise and fall of dynasties, the superstitions and beliefs of the people and the famous people who are part of the great story of China. " Chinese Calendar Tales series "Brennan, Sarah" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1173 Chinese Cinderella "Mah, Adeline Yen" Penguin 1999 9780141304878 7-9 "The plight of a young girl who, because of traditional Chinese beliefs, is rejected by her family at birth. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 14255 Chinese Cinderella and the secret dragon society "Mah, Adeline Yen" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781865088655 7-9 "A young girl is thrown out of her home by her cruel stepmother onto the dangerous streets of Shanghai. She takes refuge in a Martial Arts Academy and becomes part of a new family. A secret mission changes her life dramatically. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 7787 Chinese Cinderella: the mystery of the Song Dynasty painting "Mah, Adeline Yen" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741146363 7-9 "Following a fall, and in hospital where Chinese Cinderella sees a copy of an ancient painting. She is haunted by vivid dreams that seem strange, yet somehow familiar, recalling a life lived eight hundred years ago during the Song Dynasty. Hypnosis is used, leaving open the concept of reincarnation." 4040 Chip "Howarth, Kylie" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760400736 K-2 "Chip, like most other gulls, would do anything for fish and chips. When he's banned from his favourite food, he is desperate to get it back on the menu. So Chip hatches a brilliant idea to solve his problem, but has he gone too far this time?" 837 Chloe "McCarty, Peter" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780061142918 K-2 "Chloe has twenty siblings and she is happy in the middle. They all enjoy family time, until Dad brings home a television, which looks like it will spoil their time together." 21228 "Chocolate factory ghost, The" "O'Connell, David & Powell, Claire (ill)" Bloomsbury 2018 9781408887066 3-4 "Archie McBudge has just inherited a fortune, a huge house and a chocolate factory. But something suspicious is going on at the McBudge Confectionery Company. If Archie can't solve the mystery the factory will be shut down and his sweet fortune will be over." 21422 "Chook called Harry, A" "Gwynne, Phillip & Denton, Terry (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143303473 5-6 "There are ten chooks in the chook house and Chris collects the eggs every day. When his favourite chook, Happy Harry, stops laying, Chris's Dad says that she's not pulling her weight and will have to go. Chris must work out a way to save her. Some derogatory language used in context." Chook Chook series "Chim, Wai & Lord, Aileen (ill)" 3-4 "Heartfelt tales of love, loss, belonging, family, friendship, and the power of kindness set against the backdrop of rural China. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Chook Doolan series "Roy, James & Gifford, Lucinda (ill)" 3-4 "A series about a not-very-brave boy called Chook Doolan (his real name is Simon) and his adventures growing up. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6243 Chooks in dinner suits "Jackson, Diane & Smith, Craig, (ill)" Museum Victoria 2016 9781921833380 K-2 "A waddle of Little Penguins live on a tiny island. But, their numbers are dwindling. Swampy Marsh knows what to do but no one will listen to him. Soon, he can count the last few penguins on the fingers of one hand. The desperate townsfolk give Swampy and his friends, Max and Mimi, one chance to solve the problem. Based on a true story." 81625 Christian the lion "Bourke, Anthony & Rendall, John & Knowles, Ruth (adapt)" Random House Children's Books 2009 9781862309562 5-6 "Two young Australian men, Ace and John, who were living in London in the swinging 60s, bought themselves a real lion cub from Harrods department store. This book follows their journey to raise a lion cub in a big city and then attempt to return him to the wild, with the support of famed lion expert, George Adamson." 7234 Christina's Matilda "Wignell, Edel & Botte, Elizabeth (ill)" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2011 9781921479878 5-6 "Most people know the words to the song Waltzing Matilda and that it was written by the poet Banjo Paterson. But, not many know the origin of the tune. In 1885, Christina Macpherson played an old Scottish marching tune and Banjo Paterson, who was visiting the family, liked it and wrote words to accompany the music. Banjo and the song became famous but Christina's role was forgotten until the 1970s." 4632 Christmas at home "Saxby, Claire & Dawson, Janine (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760402952 K-2 "The tree is decorated, the presents are wrapped and the neighbourhood Christmas lights blaze against a warm December sky in Australia. It's Christmas time at home, the very best time of the year." 20551 "Christmas carol, A" "Dickens, Charles" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2007 9780141031736 7-9 "It is the 24th of December and mean, old Ebenezer Scrooge sits in his freezing office, refusing to acknowledge that it's Christmas. But, that night, the miser has a terrifying visitor, his dead business partner, Marley, who comes to warn that the ghosts from Scrooge's past, present and future are about to arrive." 12457 "Christmas day kitten, The" "Herriot, James & Brown, Ruth (ill)" Pan Macmillan London 1988 9780330304634 K-2 "Debbie is a very independent, stray cat. She visits a certain house, a few times a week, to get some food and to spend a little time in front of the warm fire. One Christmas morning, Debbie comes to the house again but this time she is not alone." 6218 "Christmas rose, The" "Blaxland, Wendy & Hennessy, Lucy (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781921720406 3-4 "The fields near Bethlehem are filled with joy when angels appear telling of the birth of a very special baby. Men are travelling to give the baby gifts, but Madelon has nothing, what could she possibly give him when she meets him." 20747 Christmas wombat "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2011 9780732291716 K-2 "Christmas comes but once a year, and it's just as well for Santa's reindeer, who have to fight with Mothball for the carrots left out for them by the local children. And, when Mothball takes an unexpected sleigh ride, it's not just Santa who faces the prospect of getting stuck in the chimney. Christmas from a wombat's eye view is always going to be interesting. " Chronicles of ancient darkness series "Paver, Michelle & Taylor, Geoff (ill)" 7-9 "In the pre-agricultural Stone Age, a boy called Torak struggles against the forces of evil that killed his father. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Chronicles of Krangor series "Pryor, Michael" 5-6 "Battles, betrayals and beguiling enchantments. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Chronicles of Narnia series "Lewis, C S" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Chronicles of Vladimir Tod series "Brewer, Heather" 7-9 "It is difficult enough being in high school, but being a teenage vampire raises the level considerably. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4970 "Chronologica: Incredible years that defined history, The" "Bloomsbury & Powell, Debbie (ill) & Hancher, Adam (ill)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781472932945 5-6 "Chronologica is an informative and entertaining glimpse into history, beautifully illustrated and full of incredible facts. This book has a combination of both major and lessor known historical events, ranging from Napoleon Bonaparte, the first emperor of France, to Adolphe Sax, who patented the Saxophone. Chronologica is full of facts and figures, and will entertain history buffs and inspire some new ones. " 9555 Chrysanthemum "Henkes, Kevin" Hodder & Stoughton 1998 9780340727942 3-4 "Chrysanthemum thinks that she has a perfect name, until she goes to school. Victoria says her name is a flower and only just fits on her badge. School gets worse until she meets the music teacher, Mrs Delphinium Twinkle, and suddenly blossoms." 9395 "Church mice in action, The" "Oakley, Graham" Pan Macmillan London 1997 9780333493366 3-4 "The Church Mice are involved in one of their madcap schemes to earn money by entering Sampson in cat shows. Unfortunately, Sampson gets kidnapped by a couple of criminals on a tandem bike and the mice have to go to his rescue." 9396 "Church mice take a break, The" "Oakley, Graham" Hodder & Stoughton 2000 9780340727881 3-4 "The church mice become stowaways but things go wrong when they find themselves stranded, alone, miles from home. The weather breaks and they almost give up hope of getting back until they find a fossil which holds the answer." 569144 Cicada "Tan, Shaun" Lothian Books 2018 9780734418630 7-9 Cicada tell story. Story good. Story simple. Story even human can understand. Tok Tok Tok! 36171 Cicada summer "Constable, Kate" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741758283 5-6 "Two years ago, Eloise's mother died and, over time, sadness has taken her voice. Her father, preoccupied with grandiose schemes that allow him to run from his own grief, ignores what is happening with Eloise's quietness. When Eloise meets Anna, a girl from another time, things begin to change as Eloise finds the peace and safety she needs to heal." 3096 Cici: Truth in sight "Doerrfeld, Cori & Page, Tyler (ill)" Graphic Universe 2016 9781512411560 3-4 "Cici has a lot to figure out. She's learning how to make friends. She's learning how to be a better big sister. Oh, and she's learning how to use her fairy powers. Things look easy for Kendra, a popular girl at Cici's school. So when Cici finds Kendra's lost doll, she uses her magic to play a trick; change the doll and Kendra changes too. It's only a joke but the changes could last forever if Cici doesn't learn to see the best in people." 7576 Cinderfella "Bates, Dianne & Viska, Peter (ill)" Puffin Australia 2001 9780141312651 3-4 Cinderfella from the Planet Jetsonia meets Princess Esmerelda of the Planet Earth and strange things happen. 34385 Circle "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2016 9781406338010 5-6 "Each year, bar-tailed godwits undertake the longest migration of any bird. They fly from Australia and New Zealand to their breeding grounds in the Arctic, and then back again. The godwits follow invisible pathways that have been followed for thousands of years, while braving hunger and treacherous conditions to reach their destination." 8973 "Circus pony, The" "Lester, Alison & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741148879 3-4 "When Bonnie and Sam find a fabulous picture of a girl balancing on a horse, they decide to enter the local Talent Night with some trick riding of their own. They decide that Tricky and Bonnie will make the perfect team. When they find out that animals are not allowed in the talent night. it seems like the end of their dream." 89141 "City of Ember, The" "DuPrau, Jeanne" Corgi Books 2008 9780552559980 5-6 "Endless darkness is threatening the underground city of Ember. Food is in short supply, corruption is spreading and the lights keep failing. Soon Ember could be engulfed by darkness. Lina and Doon must find a way to escape before the lights go out forever." City of orphans trilogy series "Jinks, Catherine" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35556 "City of secret rivers, The" "Weinstein, Jacob Sager & Cook, Euan (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406368857 5-6 "Hyacinth is not at all pleased to move to London with her mother, partly because she still hopes her parents might get back together. Even her love of history does not make London more appealing, even less so when she opens her grandmother's farewell gift of a book titled A History of the Sewers of London (which she is bored enough to actually read), although she is puzzled, intrigued and a little anxious when the accompanying card foretells terrible danger, with no clue as to what it might be. She soon discovers a world of magic and strange creatures and places. All is definitely not what it seems and it is not at all certain whom she can trust. With her mother's life at stake Hyacinth must use all her skills to find the right path to prevent a catastrophe." 62419 "City, The" "Greder, Armin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742371429 7-9 "A woman takes her only child to live in seclusion so that he should be spared the terrible things that happen in life. She cares for him and is happy. But, one moonless night she dies. The art is sombre but highly original. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 12451 Clair de lune "Golds, Cassandra" Penguin 2004 9780143300007 7-9 "Clair-de-Lune has lived with her grandmother since her mother died. She lives a sheltered life until she meets Bonaventure, a brave talking mouse, who takes Clair-de-Lune on adventures of which she had only dreamed." 9663 Clancy & Millie and the very fine house "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Little Hare Books 2009 9781921541193 K-2 "When there is a very big house, two small children and a huge stack of cardboard boxes that become a game, friendship can help turn a house into a home." 15305 Clancy of the Overflow "Paterson, A B (Banjo) & Niland, Kilmeny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781865045276 3-4 "This classic Australian poem, more than a hundred years old, comes alive with fresh illustrations of the outback that Paterson loved so well." 2784 Clancy of the Undertow "Currie, Christopher" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925240405 7-9 "In a dead-end town like Barwen, sixteen year old Clancy feels like a freak. She has a dysfunctional family, a real interest in Nature Club and a big crush on the local hot girl. Then, her dad is involved in a smash that kills two teenagers and the family must deal with the hostile town. Clancy meets someone who might become a friend and Sasha starts to show what may be a romantic interest. This is the summer when Clancy has to figure out just who she is. Adult themes, language. Usually read by years 9, 10 or above." 18438 Clancy the courageous cow "Hume, Lachie" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781862915633 K-2 "Clancy, the cow, is born with different markings from all the other 'Belted Galloways' in her herd. Being different, it turns out, has certain advantages and she may be able to save the herd." 11560 "Clancy's long, long walk" "Gleeson, Libby" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302889 3-4 "Sam decides to walk to Steamers, a fantastic beach about six kilometres away from home. Sam's little brother, Clancy, wants to go too. Mum and Dad say it's too far and that Clancy isn't big enough. But, Clancy is very determined." 18681 Clara caterpillar "Edwards, Pamela Duncan & Cole, Henry (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780064436915 K-2 "A carefree caterpillar named Clara becomes a common cream-coloured butterfly and competes with a conceited caterpillar, Catisha, who becomes a captivating, crimson-coloured butterfly." 3951 Clare's Goodbye "Gleeson, Libby & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127527 K-2 "We all have our own way of saying goodbye. Libby Gleeson tells a poignant story about letting go, with brooding evocative illustrations by acclaimed illustrator Anna Pignataro. " Clarice Bean picture books series "Child, Lauren" 3-4 "Spunky 12-year-old Clarice Bean Tuesday and her adventures at home and at school! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Clarice Bean storybook series "Child, Lauren" 5-6 "Spunky 12-year-old Clarice Bean Tuesday and her adventures at home and at school! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2690 Clarrie's pig day out "Storer, Jen & de Gennaro, Sue (ill)" ABC Books 2016 9780733334443 K-2 "Clarrie the farmer plans a day out and tries to coax his dog, Bert, into coming with him. But, the day doesn't go quite the way that Clarrie plans. There are adventures, mishaps, chickens and a fox, but no Bert to come to the rescue. This mayhem is nothing compared to the lack of unity between Clarrie's mind and his mouth." 8415 Class Three all at sea "Jarman, Julia & Chapman, Lynne (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2008 9780340944653 K-2 "On the day Class Three went to sea, they saw donkeys dancing on the quay, some sea lions skimming stones but they didn't see the skull and crossbones. Watch the pesky pirates plotting to take over Class Three's school trip to the sea. But don't worry, rescue is at hand." 8552 Class Two at the zoo "Jarman, Julia & Chapman, Lynne" Hachette Children's Books 2007 9780340911617 K-2 Join Class Two as they wander round the zoo. They see all sorts of animal antics but are unaware of the very large snake that's determined to make a meal out of them. Classic books with holes series Various K-2 "Includes popular and well-known rhymes and songs. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17984 Claude all at sea "Smith, Alex T" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2016 9781444903676 K-2 "When Claude leaves the taps running, a quiet bath time turns into a seafaring adventure." Claude the dog series "Smith, Alex T" 3-4 "Claude is no ordinary dog - he leads an extraordinary life! He's a small, plump dog who wears a beret and a lovely red sweater. He has a best friend, Sir Bobblysock, a striped sock who is grubby and smells a bit like cheese. Come along on his adventures! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12842 Claydon was a clingy child "Cowell, Cressida" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780340757239 K-2 Claydon is a clingy child who won't let go of his mother's leg. This is a bad idea because his mother is into dangerous sports. Claydon's bear thinks it is a bad idea too. 18481 Clean break "Wilson, Jacqueline & Sharrat, Nick (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780385608350 5-6 Em and her siblings are devastated by their dad's departure. Em escapes to a fantasy world with the help of a reindeer glove puppet. 18361 Clemency Pogue: fairy killer "Petty, J T & Davis, Will (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2005 9780689872365 5-6 "When Clemency is attacked by a mean fairy, she shouts, 'I don't believe in fairies' and accidentally kills six of them. This funny story describes her efforts to put things right." 8081 Clementine "Loth, Sebastian" North South Books 2011 9780735840096 K-2 "Once there was a little snail who loved everything round, hoops and wheels and balls and balloons and, most of all, the moon. She longed to glide gently over the moon's surface, around and around and around. And, so, she made a daring decision, she'd find a way to fly to the moon." Clementine Rose series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1890 Clementine's walk "White, Annie" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928475 K-2 "Everyone is too busy to take Clementine for a walk. When they finally find the time, Clementine is nowhere to be found." 5789 "Cleo stories, The: Friend and a pet, A" "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743315286 3-4 "Cleo's best friend is away, her parents are busy and there's nothing to do but count raindrops or tidy her room. Just when she thinks that she'll never cheer up, Cleo has an idea. In the second story, Cleo longs for a pet but her mum and dad say no. Perhaps the answer is hidden somewhere unexpected. Two short stories about six year old Cleo." 1309 "Cleo stories, The: Necklace and the present, The" "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743315279 3-4 Having a big imagination means you can always find a way to have fun. Two short stories about six year old Cleo. 1215 Clever Trevor's stupendous inventions "Weldon, Andrew" Penguin 1999 9780141305110 3-4 "When he confiscates Trevor's power pants and tries to profit by them, the teacher becomes the target of Trevor's inventiveness, in this book about inventors and inventions." 33112 Click go the shears "Ingpen, Robert (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2011 9780207180941 3-4 "The Australian song is probably the most wide spread and enduring of the old-time shearers' songs. The tune came from an American Civil War song, Ring the Bell, Watchman, and was written by Henry Lawson. The song was first published in written format in 1946 and versions don't seem to differ much. The version in this book is as sung by A L Lloyd in the 1950s." 9293 "Click, clack, moo, cows that type" "Cronin, Doreen & Lewin, Betsy (ill)" Pocket Books 2002 9780743461511 3-4 Farmer Brown's hilarious cows go on strike after their demands are not met. 10110 Cliffhanger "Wilson, Jacqueline & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" Corgi Books 2009 9780440868552 3-4 "From climbing and abseiling to canoeing and a crazy bucket race, the adventure holiday promises to be full of action. Tim has just one problem, he is hopeless at sports of any kind. He wonders how he will survive the horrors of an activity-packed week." Clifford series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen.Please note that BOARD BOOKS are not included." 89 Climb a lonely hill "Norman, Lilith" HarperCollins Australia 1984 9780006715962 7-9 "A prospecting holiday turns into a struggle for survival for two children when their car crashes in an isolated place in the bush, killing their uncle." 9417 Climbing Mount Sugarbin "Harvey, Pam" Penguin 2003 9780143300199 3-4 "Nathan loves pistons, drive shafts and carburettors. He's entering Lightning Rager in the new section of the annual Mount Sugarbin Hill Climb Race." 18076 Clinton Gregory's secret "Whatley, Bruce" Harry N Abrams Inc 2008 9780810993648 3-4 "Clinton Gregory has a secret. Actually, Clinton has at least seven secrets just from last week. Every night, when no-one else is looking, Clinton does extraordinary things. He befriends a dragon, teaches a stegosaurus a new trick and flies around the world on a plate of spaghetti. Look in the pictures for a clue to Clinton's next secret." 1225 Clive eats alligators "Lester, Alison" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780340608562 K-2 "When it comes to playing, eating, shopping, dressing and even going to bed, Clive, Tessa, Frank, Rosie and the rest of the kids all have their favourite way of doing things." 91874 Clockwork angel "Clare, Cassandra" Walker Books 2010 9781406328813 7-9 "Miss Tessa Gray, tricked into the clutches of the Dark Sisters preparing her for an evil destiny with The Magister, begins a nightmarish adventure as she tries to rescue her weak brother, Nate. Set in a 19th century London world of vampires, warlocks, shadowhunters and terror, where nothing is as it seems. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 8621 Close to the wind "Walter, Jon" David Fickling Books 2015 9781910200179 7-9 "A war torn country, a town that is burning. Ten year old Malik's mother has been missing for days, his home has become unrecognisable and the grandfather he hardly knows is insisting they leave on the final ship, to a country promising safety and a new life. When Papa meets two old friends, he makes a deal that could save them. But, this is only the beginning of the journey for Malik. If he is to escape, he will need all his courage, his sense of right and wrong, and a magic trick that he must practice until it's perfect." 888 "Cloud road, The" "Carmody, Isobelle" Penguin 2013 9780670075188 5-6 "Adventure and danger follow Bily, Zluty, Redwing and the Monster as they cross a desert and journey through high stony mountains in search of a new home. " 32650 Cloud tea monkeys "Peet, Mal & Graham, Elspeth & Wijngaard, Juan (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406300925 3-4 "Tashi lives in a tiny village below the tea plantations where her mother earns a living. One day, her mother falls ill and Tashi must pick tea to earn the money for a doctor. But, she is too small to reach the tender shoots and the cruel Overseer sends her away empty-handed. Tashi needs a miracle." 64051 "Cloud, The" "Cumming, Hannah" Child's Play International Ltd 2010 9781846433436 K-2 "One little girl never draws anything and never smiles, she seems to have a little black cloud above her. One classmate decides she is going to try and help her smile, draw together and make a friend or two." 60376 "Cloudchasers, The" "Hunt, Steven (ill) & Richardson, David" ABC Books 2009 9780733322259 5-6 "In the grey streets of Bankertown, Alice dares to rebel, escaping into the clouds in a hot air balloon. She is determined to restore imagination and freedom to Bankertown, but the terrifying Catcher is on her trail." 68863 "Cloudchasers: the east wind, The" "Hunt, Steven (ill) & Richardson, David" ABC Books 2009 9780733325687 5-6 "Alice, Thomas and Spinner are being pursued by the Catcher through many terrifying and fantastic cloud lands, in their search for the Banker's father and to expose secrets to save Bankertown." 5687 Cloudland "Burningham, John" Jonathan Cape 1996 9780224045810 K-2 "Albert is high in the mountains when he falls over a cliff. Just in time, Albert is saved by the Cloud Children who, with some magic words, make him light and airy. Albert has a wonderful time until something reminds him of his own little bed." 4055 Cloudwish "Wood, Fiona" Pan MacMillan 2015 9781743533123 7-9 "For sixteen year old scholarship student Van Uoc Phan, magic has never been part of the plan. She is all work and no play; responsible and rational; quiet on the outside, the noise of her tumbling private thoughts kept neatly within. So, when she makes a wish about golden boy rower, Billy Gardiner, and it seems to come true, her sense of rationality as well as her sense of self are thrown into a state of flux." 11306 Clown "Blake, Quentin" Henry Holt & Co 1996 9780805043990 K-2 Clown is one of several toys tossed out with the rubbish. He dusts himself off and gets on with life. The story of clown is told wordlessly in true mime tradition. 18340 Clumsy crab "Galloway, Ruth" Koala Books 2005 9780864615152 K-2 "Nipper, the crab, hates his clumsy claws until he uses them to rescue his friend from being tangled in seaweed." 67129 Coastal treasure hunter "Spilsbury, Louise" A & C Black 2010 9781408126936 3-4 "The coastline of any land is a treasure trove of marine creatures, plant life, rocks and crystals to be protected and enjoyed. Here you can see what to look for, how to prepare and protect yourself. Although some of the weblinks provided are located in the United Kingdom (looking at tides and weather for safe exploration), there are similar sites providing Australian information." 6502 "Coat, The" "Hunt, Julie & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781741146059 5-6 "The Coat stood in a paddock at the end of a row of strawberries. It was buttoned up tight, stuffed full of straw and it was angry. It recognises itself as a top-of-the-line coat and feels wasted as a scarecrow. When a gust of wind fills the arm of the scarecrow, a man walking along the path thinks it's waving. The man puts on the coat and a magical adventure begins." 128586 "Cock-a-doodle-doo, farmyard hullabaloo" "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Orchard Books 2000 9781841215631 K-2 "Charming farmyard animals introduce themselves in simple, flowing verse. Meet the loyal and loved sheepdog, the powerful bull, the gossipy geese and the nocturnal fox." 1154 Cockadoodle-doo Mr Sultana "Morpurgo, Michael & Rayner, Shoo (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007489985 3-4 "The Sultan is greedy and lazy and has no feelings for his subjects. Out hunting one day, one of his diamond buttons falls off his shirt and a poor woman's rooster finds it and wants to give it to the woman. However, the sultan's servants see and chase him, retrieving the diamond. The rooster embarks on a mission to get the diamond back for the poor woman." 6526 "Cockroach cup, The" "Caraher, Kim" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780091831523 3-4 "Everyone is looking for a top cockroach to win the Cockroach Cup. From the moment that Cool scuttles out into torchlight, he, or she, is obviously a champion. But, Cup Day brings more than a few surprises." 93684 "Cocky who cried dingo, The" "Morrison, Yvonne & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541421 3-4 "Cocky is a cheeky trickster who loves nothing more than pulling pranks on the other birds. But, when Cocky's tricks get him into real trouble, he finally learns his lesson. An hilarious rhyming adaptation of The Boy Who Cried Wolf." 12394 "Cocky, the crow and the hawk, The" "Nicholls, Christine (ed.) & Mudgedell, Matingali Napanangka (teller)" Working Title Press 2002 9781876288259 K-2 "A Dreaming narrative belonging to Matingali Napanangka Mudgedell, in which all the birds were brightly coloured. The birds lived together and shared their food. But, one day, the cocky and the crow argued and everything changed." Coco Banjo series "Gemmell, N J" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Code name series "Harvey, Jacqueline" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 4268 Coding for beginners using Python "Stowell, Louie & Devolle, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781409599340 5-6 "Coding for Beginners using Python incorporates the language, font and layout used in computer coding. It is a step-by-step instructional guide for getting started in the world of coding, and for creating games, drawings and more. This guide includes a helpful glossary, which is fantastic to explain some of the uncommon words used in coding. It also includes guides, and extra help and downloads that are available through the online links provided. " 3107 Coding projects with Scratch made easy "Setford, Steve & Woodcock, Jon" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9781740331852 5-6 "Get ready to learn a whole new language: computer coding. Teach yourself how to create your own computer projects using this Scratch programming workbook. Perfect for beginners, with easy-to-understand, engaging instructions and no complicated jargon." 3642 Cogheart "Bunzl, Peter" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474915007 5-6 "Lily's dad, the inventor, has gone missing. He may even be dead! But Lily doesn't believe it and her mechanical fox, Malkin, has heard whispers about a new invention her dad was working on before he vanished, that may hold the key finding him. But the mission to return Lily's father won't be easy or safe and just who are those creepy mirror-eyed men?" 2419 Cola's journey "Bilkuei, Cola" MacMillan 2008 9781405038416 7-9 "In 1987, Cola Bilkuei, a young boy from Sudan, was forcibly recruited into the Sudan People's Liberation Army. In a military training camp, Cola and hundreds of other children were systematically brutalised to turn them into child soldiers to fight a savage civil war. The book recounts his harrowing, fourteen year journey through seven African countries to reach Australia as a refugee. Some strong language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1238 Cold iron "Masson, Sophie" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780733605833 7-9 "Tattercoat's only friends include Pug, the gooseherd, and Malkin, the serving maid. They devise a way to smuggle Tattercoat in to a birthday ball from which her grandfather has excluded her." 30487 "Cold paws, warm heart" "Floyd, Madeleine" Walker Books 2006 9781406301908 3-4 "Far away in the land of snow and ice lives Cold Paws, a lonely polar bear. Cold Paws shivers and wonders why he always feels cold inside. But, when little Hannah from the village becomes his friend, the cold feeling inside begins to melt away." 14911 Collecting colour "Dunstan, Kylie" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410221 3-4 "Rose and her friend, Olive, love going bush in Arnhem Land to collect 'colour' and pandanus leaves for weaving baskets, bags and mats." 12486 "Collector, The" "Hawke, Rosanne & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406651 3-4 "When Uncle Max's best flying pigeons disappear, Luke's cat, Q, is blamed. Dad threatens to send Q away to the animal refuge for unwanted pets. Luke and Bree must solve the mystery perhaps with a little help from Q himself." 12381 Colossal creatures "Hughes, Nick & Goss, Mini (ill)" Koala Books 2002 9780864613998 K-2 "Who is the biggest creature of them all? Lift the flaps to find out. The simple rhyming text contrasts the ancient dinosaurs with the animals, people and buildings of today." Colour graffix series Various 5-6 "Pacy, exciting stories set in full colour comic-style layouts, with football (soccer) focus. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2796 Colour me "Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Court, Moira (ill)" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164657 K-2 "We are all different, but together we colour our world amazing!" 91 "Colour of sunshine, The" "Metzenthen, David" Penguin 2000 9780141310510 7-9 "Following the death of his older sister in a car accident, a nine year old boy is surrounded by the grief of his family." 15364 Colours (lift the flap) "Taylor, Geraldine (consultant)" Dorling Kindersley 2002 9780751331080 K-2 Lift-the-flap and reveal brightly coloured photographs of familiar objects. 11000 Colours of Australia "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2016 9781742976914 K-2 "Celebrate the beauty of our natural environment. Each line speaks a different voice, each image stirs a different mood, and all combine to evoke the miracle of colour that surrounds us." 42881 Columbia sneezes "Brian, Janeen & Cunnett, Gabe (ill)" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862916968 K-2 "Columbia absolutely loves where he lives but he just can't stop sneezing. A solution is provided when he meets a stranger in the desert. A rhyming picture book with a humorous plot and rhythmical text made for reading out loud, complemented by humorous illustrations." 12163 "Come away from the water, Shirley" "Burningham, John" Red Fox 1992 9780099899402 K-2 "While Shirley's parents sit on the beach with their knitting and newspapers, Shirley embarks on a fantasy adventure." 1244 Come back Gizmo "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1996 9780140378450 3-4 "In the third book about the gizmo, a new set of characters become embroiled in hilarious, embarrassing scenes when lovesick Jimmy locks his pet dog in the car boot to win the affections of the snooty girl next door. The gizmo soon works its magic, with Jimmy soon living to regret his moment of selfishness. " 52249 Come by chance "Winch, Madeleine" Walker Books 2009 9781921150845 3-4 "Bertha found an abandoned home in the middle of nowhere and fixed it up. She called her home, Come by chance, and that is what happened. All sorts of animals, sheep, kangaroos and a cat, came to her door during the cold winter. She took them all in and cared for them until summer." 1310 Come count with me "Wilson, Marika" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743313435 K-2 "Little chicky can count to five, but now it's time for Nana to try." 94504 "Come down, cat" "Hartnett, Sonya & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670074754 K-2 "The day is ending, night is falling and Nicholas's cat won't come down from the roof. High on the roof, she licks her paws while Nicholas worries about her being all alone, especially during the night. But, his cat doesn't want to come down, at least, not yet." 128773 "Come on, Daisy" "Simmons, Jane" Orchard Books 2004 9781843622727 K-2 "Daisy is more interested in exploring the exciting things around her than listening to Mother Duck. But, when she comes to some dark and scary waters, she is very happy to have her mum near." 92 "Come sing, Jimmy Jo" "Paterson, Katherine" Puffin UK 1995 9780140373974 7-9 Jimmy Jo becomes a great country and western singer and finds his family is not what it seems. 47444 Comet in Moominland "Jansson, Tove; Portch, Elizabeth (trans)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780141328614 5-6 "Moomintroll learns that a comet is heading towards Moominvalley. So, he and Sniff, the small animal, set out for the observatory on the Lonely Mountains to seek advice from the Professor. On the way, they meet interesting people and have some narrow escapes." 25277 Coming home "McGuiness, Sharon & Melville, Shannon (ill)" Wombat Books 2012 9781921633775 5-6 Gemma watches her dad as he sits alone in his tangled garden. She doesn't understand why he seems so sad. Gemma's dad is experiencing depression and Gemma wonders what she might be able to do to help him. 18387 Commotion in the ocean "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Tiger Tales 2001 9781589250000 K-2 The sequel to the best-selling 'Rumble in the Jungle' is a delightful new collection of poems about creatures who live in and around the ocean. 85274 Complete adventures of Blinky Bill "Wall, Dorothy" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732284343 5-6 "Discover an Australian classic, Blinky Bill and his wonderful adventures. " 363 "Complete adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, The" "Gibbs, May" HarperCollins Australia 1990 9780207167300 5-6 Snugglepot and Cuddlepie feature in this Australian classic. They are two gumnut babies who live in the bush and have adventures with their bush friends and the big bad Banksia men. 2940 "Complete guide to a dog's best friend, The" "Gardner, Felicity & West, David" Lothian Books 2015 9780734415417 K-2 This is a story for dog lovers and those who have ever wondered what their dog is really thinking. Completely Cassidy series "Murray, Tamsyn & Miller, Antonia (ill)" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35121 "Composer is dead, The" "Snicket, Lemony & Stookey, Nathaniel (music)" HarperCollins US 2009 9780061236273 5-6 "In this perplexing murder mystery, everyone has a motive, everyone has an alibi and nearly everyone is a musical instrument. But, the composer is still dead. Join the inspector as he interrogates all the unusual suspects. Hear what happened on that fateful evening by listening to the accompanying CD, featuring author, Lemony Snicket, and Nathaniel Stookey's music performed by the San Francisco Symphony." 33127 Comradeship: stories of friendship and recreation in wartime "Cusack, Kathleen & Hatherley, Brett (des)" Dept of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial 2017 9780987615107 7-9 "Millions of Australians have been affected by war. Many servicemen and servicewomen have faced extraordinary dangers, while their loved ones waiting at home suffered months, and even years, of uncertainty. Yet, despite the difficulties, a strong sense of shared experience, friendship, and camaraderie often developed." 35699 Con-nerd "Phommavanh, Oliver" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143304869 5-6 "Connor is under extreme pressure. At home, his mother has his future planned so as to bring honour to the family. This means a selective high school, with coaching after school to pass the tests, and then a career as a doctor. Anything less is unthinkable, including Connor's real talent of drawing manga style characters and making his own comic books. Then, there's his classmates' perception that he's a nerd." 24020 Conga dance "Tarlau, Amanda & Chapman, Jane (ill)" Koala Books 2015 9781742761107 K-2 "Join the line, the conga line. One by one, Australian animals and birds join the conga line, dancing together until they fall in a tangle at the end." Conspiracy 365 series "Lord, Gabrielle" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18553 "Convicted: the unwonderful world of kids, crims and other convict capers" "Clark, Anna & Crowley, Kate (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2006 9781920878603 3-4 This book presents Australia's convict history in a fun way for young readers. There are plenty of pictures and amazing facts to show just how tough it was to be an early Australian convict. 570819 "Cook and the King, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Cobb, Roberts, David (ill)" MacMillan 2018 9781509813773 3-4 "There once was a very hungry king who needed a cook like anything...but the king is very fussy, and none of the cooks he tries can make a dish that tastes just right. Then the most unlikely of chefs comes along: the shuffling, shaking Wobbly Bob. He's scared of everything, from catching fish to digging for potatoes. But can he convince the hungry king to give him the job?" 30939 Cooking with grandma "Mastnak, Rosemary" Hardie Grant Egmont 2009 9781921564192 K-2 Anya loves visiting Grandma and Grandpa. They like to cook together and then go on adventures around the house. 19914 Cooking with Hamlet and other solo dramas "Murray, Sue" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781420212389 7-9 "A collection of fifteen monologues, written for students to be able to use in solo performances. Each monologue quickly establishes character, mood and themes relevant to students. In turn funny, confronting, surprising and touching. Some language and adult concepts. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 11143 Cool bananas "Harris, Christine & Guthridge, Bettina (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733321108 3-4 Claudia visits her Grandpa for the first time and finds he is an embarrassing surprise. She doesn't know how she will survive her holiday. 43461 Cool coding "Hansen, Robert" Pavilion 2017 9781843653233 7-9 "This book is the perfect addition to any home or school. Coding is a subject we all have questions about, and this handy little book is beautifully laid out to dip into - either to find the answer to a question or to browse. Written in neat little chunks with fun facts, colourful illustrations and careful definitions. There are even links and exercises to continue with once you've finished reading the book." 9529 "Copper tin cup, The" "Schaefer, Carole Lexa & Fellows, Stan" Walker Books 2000 9780744556209 3-4 "The copper tin cup belongs to Sammy Carl. His initials are carved below the rim, it fits perfectly into his small hand and seems to have been made for him. But the cup was made many years ago for his great-aunt, Serena Carlotta." 48801 Copy cat "Birchall, Mark" Child's Play International Ltd 2010 9781846433672 K-2 "Cat is small and Dog is big. Whatever Dog does, Cat does too. Dog gets really fed up with Cat copying everything she does. But one day, when Cat can't be found, Dog discovers she doesn't have anyone to play with." 7604 "Coral island, The" "Ballantyne, R M" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261701 7-9 "A classic story of three young sailors, sole survivors of a wreck, who discover the enchanting beauties of the South Pacific. They learn how to live on their tropical paradise but then they are swept into adventures with bloodthirsty pirates." 13788 "Coral reef book, The" "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034140 5-6 "Coral reefs have existed for millions of years and are found in tropical waters around the world. These ecosystems are home to a diverse range of animals and plants. Australia's Great Barrier Reef is the longest barrier reef in the world, stretching for more than two thousand kilometres. Find out about the beautiful, colourful and richly diverse world of coral reefs." 11042 Coraline "Gaiman, Neil" Bloomsbury 2002 9780061139376 7-9 "There is something strange about Coraline's new home. It's not the mist, or the cat that always seems to be watching her, nor the signs of danger that Miss Spink and Miss Forcible, her new neighbours, read in the tea leaves. It's the other house - the one behind the old door in the drawing room. Another mother and father with black-button eyes and papery skin are waiting for Coraline to join them there. And they want her to stay with them. For ever. She knows that if she ventures through that door, she may never come back. " 34323 Coraline: graphic novel "Gaiman, Neil & Russell, P Craig (ill & adapt)" HarperCollins US 2009 9780060825454 7-9 "Coraline is an explorer, discovering everything she can about the area around her family's new home. A door In their flat seems to go nowhere but Coraline enters an alternate world that, at first, is full of interesting things. However, the dangerous creature there, called the other mother, intends to keep her forever. When Coraline's parents are kidnapped into the other world, she sets off on a mission to rescue them." 9536 Corduroy "Freeman, Don" Penguin 1988 9780140501735 3-4 "Corduroy is a teddy bear who searches for his missing button because he believes that, if he is perfect, he will be loved and bought." 41664 Corn field "Crew, Gary & Hill, Aaron (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2014 9781922081377 7-9 "Something drew the boys into the corn field that day, boredom, bravado, who knows. That kid who went in years before went in and was never the same again. Enter the corn field at your own risk." 15058 Corroboree "Wallam, Angus & Kelly, Suzanne & Macdonald, Norma (ill)" University of Western Australia Press 2004 9781920694142 5-6 "It is springtime, Wirrin's favourite time of the year. He will go hunting with his father, digging with his mother and gathering with his grandmother. People are coming from far and wide for the big corroboree and Wirrin will see all his cousins." 18414 Corydon and the island of monsters "Druitt, Tobias" Simon & Schuster 2006 9780689875380 7-9 "The first book in a trilogy retelling the Greek myth of Medusa. Young Corydon is driven out of his village because of his unusual appearance and put on display as a monster, with other classical beasts, in a travelling freak show." 44073 Cosmic "Boyce, Frank Cottrell" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9780330440868 5-6 "Liam is not your usual twelve year old boy. For a start, he is man-size and is always being mistaken for his father. This is Liam's opportunity and his greatest dilemma. Yesterday, he was just a kid, now he is stuck in space, perhaps forever, with hilarious results. But, the greatest lessons he learns are about fatherhood." 10874 Cottonwool Colin "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2007 9781842707197 K-2 Colin is the smallest of ten mice siblings and his mother is so fearful for his safety that she decides to wrap him up in cottonwool to protect him. This isn't as effective as she hoped. 3549 Count with Bowerbird Bill "Raymond, Melanie & Pritchard, Jo (ill)" Museum Victoria 2016 9781921833410 K-2 Bowerbird Bill loves to build. He also loves to find treasures for his bower. Count with Bill and share his journey as he looks for treasure. Bill's friend Belle is sure to be impressed by his bower. Countdown to danger series "Heath, Jack" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35114 Counting by 7s "Goldberg Sloan, Holly" Scholastic US 2013 9781743626535 7-9 "Willow Chance is a twelve year old genius, obsessed with nature, diagnosing medical conditions and counting by 7s. It has never been easy for Willow to connect with anyone other than her adoptive parents. Willow has led a quietly happy life until her parents die in a car crash, leaving her alone in a baffling world." 4195 Counting lions "Cotton, Kate & Walton, Stephen (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2015 9781847807212 5-6 "Exquisite large and detailed charcoal drawings of ten endangered creatures. Poetic text notes each creature's particular qualities and behaviour, and why these animals must be cherished and protected." 1261 Counting on Frank "Clement, Rod" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1990 9780207173226 3-4 "Frank counts on everything. He is always calculating things like how many whales will fit in his house. His dad says, 'If you've got a brain, then use it', and Frank does." 3974 Counting on you "Fenton, Corinne & Cowcher, Robin (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760403898 K-2 On race-with-the-wind days or sometimes-I-forget days....I'm counting on you. 4038 "Cow tripped over the moon, The" "Wilson, Tony & Wood, Laura (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743623534 K-2 "Hey diddle diddle, you all know the riddle, a cow jumps over the moon. But, the moon is very high in the sky and cow has to make many high-flying leaps." 18498 Cow-pats "Alexander, Goldie & Hamill, Dion (ill)" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780732992057 5-6 "Red is obsessed with painting but life on the drought-affected farm, combined with his father's need for expensive heart surgery, makes it unlikely he will pursue his artistic dream. Then a mysterious stranger buying artistic cow pats arrives." 50741 Cows in the kitchen "Crebbin, June & McEwen, Katharine (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406326321 K-2 See what chaos the animals cause in the farm house when Tom Farmer falls asleep in the haystack. 48993 Cowzat "Atherton, Bruce & Redlich, Ben (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2010 9781921136658 5-6 "At last the true, well almost, story of how cricket was invented. Told in rollicking verse and with zany illustrations, this book will bowl you over." 1325 Crabbing with Dad "Seden, Paul" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360158 K-2 "With sunscreen and life jackets on, Dad and two children zoom off into the creek, passing other boats and people fishing along the way. It's a good time to be on the water and they even come across Cousin Dan, throwing his net as far as he can. With the crab pots set, they wait patiently and play games as they try to guess what fish could be swimming under their boat. It's finally time to check the crab pots." 93311 Cracker: the best dog on the battlefield "Kadohata, Cynthia" Simon & Schuster 2007 9781847380609 7-9 "Cracker works for the US army and the fate of the entire platoon rests on her senses to detect bombs, traps and the enemy." 1266 Crackle "Clark, Margaret" Penguin 1999 9780141304137 3-4 Earl wakes up one morning to find his hair sticking up like a toothbrush. He can't get it to stay down and he keeps on getting into trouble with everyone because of his weird appearance. Earl doesn't know what to do. 18396 "Crane wife, The" "Bodkin, Odds & Spirin, Gennady (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2002 9780152163501 5-6 A beautiful retelling of a classic Japanese folk tale about a sail maker and his wife. Exquisitely illustrated in traditional Japanese style. 3663 "Cranky ballerina, The" "Gravel, Elise" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062351241 K-2 "Saturdays make Ada cranky. That's because Saturday is the day Ada has her ballet class. Stretch- she kicks. Twirl- she swats. Jump- she flops. ""I hate ballet"" Ada says. And it doesn't seem like that is going to change anytime soon." 22958 "Crash! Boom!: Maths tale, A" "Harris, Robie H. & Chatterton, Chris (ill)" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763678272 K-2 "Elephant has a bucket of blocks and wants to build something tall. Something as tall as Elephant. But will it stay up? CRASH! BOOM! Not this time. Build it again? One block. Two blocks? Four blocks? It's still not as tall as Elephant. More blocks! Now will it stay up? Now will it be as tall as Elephant? Build, balance, count - question, estimate, measure - predict, crash, and build again!" 94 Crash: the search for the Stinson "Beck, Jennifer & Blacklock, Dyan" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781862913783 7-9 "In 1937, a Stinson aircraft crashed, leaving two survivors to be rescued." Crawf's kick it to Nick series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9965 Crazy classrooms "Cookson, Paul" Frances Lincoln 2015 9781847805058 5-6 "Friends and bullies, first day and last day, school dinners, playtime and staffroom stowaways. This book is all about your school so open the door and enter. Fifty fantastic poems about school that will speak to anyone who has ever started at a new school, been bullied or is just feeling a little lost at school." 24805 Crazy hair "Gaiman, Neil & McKean, Dave (ill)" Bloomsbury 2010 9780747595991 3-4 Bonnie tries to tame Mister's hair but to no avail. Birds and beasts of every type jostle for space among the curls and tresses of this hairy book. 4143 Creaturepedia "Barman, Adrienne" Wide Eyed Editions 2015 9781847806345 K-2 "See the animal kingdom's stars as you've never seen them before. The best-loved animals from all over the world are chosen for their special talents and characteristics. Meet 'the architects', the 'noisy neighbours', the 'homebodies', the 'forever faithfuls', the 'champions of forgetfulness' and more. " 6899 "Creatures of Dryden Gully, The" "Hegarty, Aunty Ruth & Harrold, Sandi (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781760151997 K-2 "Mopoke welcomes the visitors, who have come from far away, to the valley. Young Joey is just learning to hop and is envious of these new, special creatures. He wishes he could stride across the valley too." 18559 Creatures of the rainforest "Brim, Warren & Eglitis, Anna" Magabala Books 2006 9781875641994 5-6 Warren Brimm and Anna Iglitis embark on a cross-cultural journey to show us the remarkable array of creatures that inhabit the Queensland rainforest. 40861 Creforce: the Anzacs and the battle of Crete "Tzobanakis, Stella" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742030821 7-9 "In 1941, Germany launched an airborne invasion of Crete, expecting to meet little resistance from the Allies. But, they were mistaken. Australian, New Zealand and Greek soldiers, and the people of Crete, battled for ten days and the bonds between the Anzac and the Cretans have lasted for generations. War violence included. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 2975 Crenshaw "Applegate, Katherine" HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780007951185 5-6 "When Jackson's father becomes ill and cannot work, the family is struggling to pay the rent or buy food. When it seems they could lose everything and face homelessness, Crenshaw, Jackson's imaginary cat, comes back into his life to help them." 18502 "Crime of the agent-mariner, The" "Santaklaus, Pia & Flowers, Tony (ill)" Bitter Beat 2006 9780975828601 5-6 "A story told whimsically in poetry of an agent-mariner who sets out on his ship and finds a real mermaid. A satirical, moral tale, with sophisticated illustrations, that condemns greed and exploitation." 18732 Crimpy's cartooning for kids "Crimp, Daryl" HarperCollins Australia 2006 9781869505905 5-6 "A cartoonist gives step-by-step strategies for practising drawing skills, supported by puzzles that revise earlier material." 12304 Croc bait "Norrington, Leonie" Omnibus Books 2003 9781862915138 K-2 "Sean's uncles say he is too small to go fishing with them. """"You might get eaten by a crocodile"""", they say. But, Sean reckons he is old enough to go fishing so, early one morning, he goes to the river all by himself." 15433 Croc on the loose "Baldwin, Grace MacDonald" Word Weavers Press 2004 9781877073137 3-4 "Crocodiles haven't been seen in Curlew Creek for years, so Sam is surprised and excited when his dog finds a baby croc. What is he going to do with it? His mum tells him to take it out of the bath, his dad tells him to put it back in the creek." 578 Crocodile attack "Peguero, Leone" BlueCat Books 2004 9780957842243 5-6 "In a true story, a twelve year old girl receives a reward for bravery following a crocodile attack in the Northern Territory. Fact and opinion surrounding the story are explored in reports, maps, signs, letters, newspaper articles and storytelling." 24638 "Crocodile book: armoured and dangerous, The" "Douglas, Malcolm" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030265 5-6 "From crocodiles that protect their babies by scooping them up into their mouths to those that can hold their breath for up to two hours, this is a fascinating, sometimes scary, introduction to the wild world of crocodiles." 8827 Crocodile Jack "Norrington, Leonie & Denton, Terry (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305958 5-6 "Jack is surprised but delighted when his big brother, Tom, invites him to go fishing. Of course, there's a catch. Jack is just the right size to fit through the shed window to borrow Dad's favourite fishing lure. There's also another job for Jack, he's to be the lookout to spot crocodile bubbles while Tom and his mate fish for barramundi." 3383 Crocodile river "Lawrenson, Diana & Snell, Danny (ill)" Working Title Press 2009 9781876288921 K-2 "This is the story of a saltwater crocodile, named Cranky, and her struggle to survive. Follow her from the time she hatches until she finds a safe haven where she can lay her own eggs." 4374 Crongton knights "Wheatle, Alex" "Little, Brown & Co" 2016 9780349002323 7-9 "For McKay, living on the South Crongton council estate has become even tougher since his mum died. His dad is working all hours, his brother rides the streets at night, tempting trouble. And, after an heroic but misguided mission to help a girl, McKay is facing a crazy ex-boyfriend, power-tripping hood-rats and a violent gangster. He never asked for trouble. During one mad night of adventure and danger, McKay will find out who his true friends are and what it means to stick with family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 95 Crossfire "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 1992 9780702223846 7-9 "Luke is interested in guns and hunting but it is the emotional crossfire between his divorced parents that has him trapped. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20548 Crossing "Norton, Catherine" Omnibus Books 2014 9781742990286 5-6 "Cara lives in the shadow of the Wall, a wall which protects its citizens from the outside world. By following the government's rules, Cara and her sister are safe, even when their parents are away doing important work for the government. When Cara befriends Leon and Ava, she begins to question what she has always known. Ava doesn't seem to think the rules are all that important. Perhaps that is why she disappears." 9431 "Crossing of the Blue Mountains, The" "Boardman, Alan & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863887076 3-4 "A history of the exploration of the Blue Mountains, with delightful illustrations." 64671 Crow and the waterhole "Kwaymullina, Ambelin" Fremantle Press 2007 9781863683036 3-4 Crow is so lacking in self-esteem that she doesn't realise what a special crow she is. She wishes she could be more like the 'other' crows she sees. She flies off to seek her destiny and to discover that she is all these things and more. 6677 Crow country "Constable, Kate" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742373959 5-6 "Sadie has moved to the country with her mum, although she would have preferred to stay in Melbourne with her friends. Life takes an unexpected turn when Sadie has an unusual encounter with a crow on a dried-up lake, and then meets Lachie Mortlock. Living in the country takes on new meaning, especially when Crow gives Sadie a secret to keep and a mystery to solve." 4806 Cruisin' "Caswell, Brian" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663440 7-9 "Jules' mother wins a cruise and, on board, he discovers it's full of older passengers. There's little choice of companionship other than Adrian, his dancing-obsessed cousin, the very beautiful Jenna, wheelchair-bound Suzi Q and bully, Barry Barnes. Falling madly in love with the unobtainable Jenna, Jules develops a strong friendship with Suzi as she steers him through his unrequited love, with unexpected results." 19384 Crunch "Rabei, Carolina" Child's Play International Ltd 2015 9781846437328 K-2 "Crunch the guinea pig loves his food, so it is just as well there's plenty of it, especially when a hungry little mouse wants a share. After Crunch refuses to share and hug the mouse, the mouse disappears. Crunch feels bad and starts to worry about the mouse. He sets off to find him but the mouse cannot be found." 13542 Crusher is coming "Graham, Bob" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410702 K-2 "Crusher, the school football hero, is coming over to Peter's place. In anticipation, Peter clears his room of childish toys, gives instructions to his mother and young sister about how to behave, and prepares lots of exciting games. But, Crusher isn't quite what Peter expects. " 7918 Crusher Kevin "Matthews, Penny & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305637 3-4 "Charlie can't wait until his new house is finished being built. Then, his parents have said he can have a dog. Charlie imagines all sorts of dogs and names but he is surprised with the dog he eventually owns." 1289 Crusts "Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2016 9781742979830 K-2 "Jacob is just one of millions who won't eat their crusts. But, he is one in a million when it comes to bright ideas. When tiny creatures from a distant, crumbling planet seek Jacob's help, he sets out to do what he can with his big box of uneaten crusts." 27687 Cry blue murder "Kane, Kim & Roberts, Marion" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702239267 7-9 "Celia and Alice share their secrets, hopes and increasing horror via email about the killer on the loose, abducting schoolgirls just like Celia. As the police scramble to investigate, who can the teenage girls trust." 1291 Cry of the karri "Broome, Errol" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781865084015 7-9 "When Aiden is lost in the forest, he is drawn into the mystery of a boy who disappeared in the same forest two years before." 9312 "Cry of the wolf, The" "Burgess, Melvin" Puffin UK 1995 9780140373189 7-9 Ben learns about extinction and survival when he changes from helping the hunter to saving the wolves. The hunter becomes the hunted in this story of the sole surviving grey wolf cub. Cryptic casebook of Coco Carlomagno series "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Denton, Terry (ill)" 3-4 "Perplexing puzzles, mind-boggling mazes and cracking codes feature in this series of stories about a pair of guinea-pig detectives - Coco Carlomagno, the easily-startled Chief of Police, and his more sensible cousin, Alberta. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9785 "Crystal run, The " "O'Flanagan, Sheila" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2016 9781444927061 5-6 "When Joe accidentally runs through a portal, he lands in a camp training teenagers to become Runners. Each cycle, three Runners are sent to place the power sources that will secure the shield that protects their land and keeps the enemy away. Once this is done, a toxin is released into their bodies and the Runners die. No one is permitted to return through the shield and nobody can remain in enemy territory. It's Joe's turn on the next Run. He is desperate to return to Earth." 2294 "Cubby house, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143303800 3-4 "Becky has great ideas for cubby houses but they never seem to work out. Midge has moved in next door and Becky gets her to help. But, Midge just sits quietly, waiting for the cubby to be ready. One day, Midge invites Becky to her house and, in the backyard, there is a beautiful cubby that looks like a real house. Becky is impressed but there is something more exciting out the window." 2494 "Cuckoo, The" "Crew, Gary & Turvey, Naomi (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2014 9781925000184 7-9 "Martin is the runt of his family. Without a mother to protect him, his overbearing father and brothers reject him. Martin finds the courage to fight for personal fulfilment." 14989 Cuddle time "Gleeson, Libby & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9780744596632 K-2 "The morning adventure from the children's room into their parents' bed, told with delightful humour." 18058 Cuddly Dudley "Alborough, Jez" Walker Books 2008 9781406310740 K-2 "Dudley is so lovely and cuddly that his brothers and sisters can't leave him alone, even when he wants some time to himself. So Dudley sets off alone across the tundra, until he discovers that being with friends and being incredibly cuddly isn't such a bad thing after all." 96 Cue for treason "Trease, Geoffrey" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1973 9780140302318 7-9 A simple but courageous boy and his friend resist treason and are loyal to their Queen and country. They are exposed to the real dangers of the streets of Elizabethan London. 5560 Cupcake "Mericle Harper, Charise" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781423118978 K-2 "Vanilla Cupcake is feeling a bit plain next to his fancy brothers and sisters, until candle comes along and they come up with some ideas." 80827 Cupid's arrow "Merlin, Isabelle" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664379 7-9 "Fleur's recurring nightmare is being hunted through a dark forest by a sinister archer. When her mother inherits a fabulous book collection, they travel to France together. They are in the heart of King Arthur country, steeped with mystery and hidden wealth. Fleur meets Remy, the boy of her dreams, and it's love at first sight. But, Fleur's nightmare is just about to begin. Strong language in context and mature themes. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 5137 Curiosity: The story of a mars rover "Motum, Markus" Walker Books 2017 9781406374681 3-4 "Meet Curiosity, a Mars rover that has rolled across the deserts of the red planet searching for clues to one of science's greatest mysteries: has there ever been life on Mars? Discover the story behind the most ambitious Mars mission yet with Curiosity herself as your guide. Through stunning art and fascinating diagrams, the rover takes us on a journey from the laboratory to Mars, showing just how far human curiosity has led us, and how much further it might take us still..." 28962 Curious George's first day of school "Reys, Margret & Reys, H A" Walker Books 2008 9781406313918 K-2 It's George's first day at school and he's been invited to be a special helper. 22487 Curly and the Fent "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, A & Kwaymullina, B & Kwaymullina, E & Hill, Adam (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662924 3-4 "The Fent is an animal that can only be seen by Curly and his enemy, Billy Green, the bully next door. After the baby Fent, Pook, appears in Curly's cupboard in the middle of the night, he gets blamed at school and at home for the trouble caused by Pook's mischief. When Curly and Billy are used to lure the Fent into a trap, the rescue has surprising results." 9036 "Curry for Murray, A" "Hunter, Kate & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253546 K-2 "After making a curry for her neighbour, Murray, Molly's delicious dishes are in demand. Now everyone wants a taste of her cooking. Before long, Molly's making meals for the people in her street, the suburb and then for people in other cities and even other countries. Molly cooks up a storm for everyone until she injures herself." 1143 Curse of kings "Barclay, Alex" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007335770 7-9 "Oland is a lowly servant who lives in fear for life, until one day he finds a letter from a long-dead king, warning him to run for his life and accept a quest to restore a shattered kingdom." 43447 "Cursed first term of Zelda Stitch, The" "Greenberg, Nicki" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294908 3-4 "Zelda Stitch is a witch, but not a very good one. She is hoping to make a better primary school teacher and tries to keep her magic a secret from the vice principal and some troublesome children. She discovers living and leading a double life is very hard and not helped at all by her disagreeable cat Barnaby." 5460 "Cut out, The" "Heath, Jack" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760111984 7-9 "Fero isn't a spy. But, he looks exactly like Troy Maschenov, a ruthless enemy agent. What starts out as mistaken identity quickly turns into a complicated and dangerous plan. Fero is recruited to fight for his country. He has to impersonate Troy, enter enemy territory, hunt down a missing agent and bring her home in time to prevent a devastating terror attack. Hastily trained, loaded up with gadgets and smuggled across the border, Fero discovers the truth about espionage. Getting in is easy. Getting out alive is hard." 12291 Cuthbert's babies "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2003 9780670040735 K-2 "When Cuthbert's mother brings home not one baby brother, but four baby sisters, no one seems to have any time for Cuthbert. He wishes for someone to play with, someone big and bad. Three pirates aren't exactly what he had in mind." 15841 "Cyber riddles, The" "Garnsworthy, Penny" Dragonwick Publishing 2007 9780977522491 7-9 "Josh hates his life. He's had to move towns, his new school doesn't have computers, the footy team's already selected and nobody seems to want to talk to him. Reluctantly, Josh befriends classmate, Caitlin, and together they play the Internet game 'Cyberhunt' which promises them one wish, if they can solve five virtual riddles. " 2982 Cyclone "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781743623596 5-6 "On Christmas Eve in 1974, tropical cyclone Tracy devastated the city of Darwin. It caused massive destruction and trauma. This is the story of the city's indomitable spirit and life after the cyclone." 4811 Cyclones and shadows: Stories from up north "Dudgeon, Laura & Dudgeon, Pat & Dudgeon-Swift, Sabrina & Oxenham, Darlene" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164763 3-4 "From an awesome sports car to a terrifying cyclone, from magical creatures to a haunted mango tree, these tales from up north are an enjoyable collection of well-written short stories full of fun, adventure and magic. " D-bot Squad series "Park, Mac" 3-4 "A super-exciting series about DINOSAUR ROBOTS for first readers! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 19490 D-Day: a Second World War soldier 1944 "Perrett, Bryan" Scholastic UK 2009 9781407103723 5-6 "The story of Andrew Pope, commander of an infantry platoon, who took part in the Normandy landings on 6 June, 1944, later known as D-Day and the turning point of the Second World War. Andrew tells how his men prepared for and of the fierce battles that took place once they were ashore. This is Andrew's part in the biggest amphibious military operation in the history of the world." 12405 Dad I can't sleep "Foreman, Michael" Red Fox 1996 9780099610717 K-2 "Little Panda can't sleep so his Dad suggests that he count sheep, then cows, then pigs and tigers, then elephants and polar bears. Little Panda is still having trouble going to sleep so Dad suggests he count all the different kinds of dinosaurs." 570813 "Dad is a robot, My" "Cosgrove, Matt" Koala Books 2018 9781742993256 K-2 "Psssssst! Wanna hear something cool? Dont tell everyone, But my Dad is a ROBOT! Admittedly, this dad is an older model, he doesn't have laser eyes or jet-powered feet and his batteries regularly run flat. But there's one little boy who wouldn't change a thing..." 22136 "Dad who measures up, A" "Cali, Davide & Cantone, Anna Laura (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2008 9780958557191 K-2 "In this funny, moving story, a little girl is about to find out what makes an ideal dad as she searches for one who can measure up to the mummy she loves." 7245 Daddies "Hoy, Catriona & Webster, Mal (ill)" Lothian Books 2009 9780734410849 K-2 Daddies like doing lots of wild things but they're also great for cuddles. 9205 Daddy Long-Legs "Webster, Jean" Dover Publications 2002 9780486423678 5-6 An enchanting classic set in a boarding school. An orphan attempts to identify and come closer to her benefactor. 15746 Daddy lost his head "Bouchard, Andre & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2011 9781862309968 K-2 "If your daddy lost his head, I wonder what you'd do. Make him a new one, of course. All you'd need are some old newspapers, some paint and a potato for his nose. It turns out there are lots of advantages to having a dad with no head. He doesn't shout or snore, he always agrees with you, and he loves doing housework." 15002 Daddy's having a horse "Shanahan, Lisa & Quay, Emma (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780733616631 K-2 "Caitlin is excited because her mum is having a baby. Her brother, Lachlan, is even more excited - he's sure Dad's having a horse." 5926 Daddy's sandwich "Jones, Pip & Hughes, Laura (ill)" Faber & Faber 2015 9780571311828 K-2 "Join a little girl on her quest to make her father the perfect sandwich, whether he likes it or not." 15917 Dads have no shame "Faulkner, Carol & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301783 5-6 "Sarah is unhappy as she has to help her Dad with a garage sale. When their neighbour sets ups his own garage sale, the battle is on to see who will get the most customers. Sarah is really embarrassed as she watches just how far Dad will go to win. " 54467 Daisy and the puppy "Shanahan, Lisa & Acton, Sara (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742830513 K-2 "Daisy wants a puppy so much. She knows all of the dogs in her neighbourhood and bathes them for free every Saturday. Daisy thinks she will never get a dog of her own, until she and her mum spot Ollie." Daisy Dawson series "Voake, Steve & Meserve, Jessica (ill)" 3-4 Daisy Dawson is a little girl who can talk to animals. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. Daisy series "Gray, Kes & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" 3-4 Daisy is an ordinary little girl with an ordinary life. Even an ordinary life can be full of fun and trouble of one sort or another. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 144066 Daisy Sunshine "Gervay, Susanne & Culkin-Lawrence, Teresa (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2008 9781876944674 3-4 "It's 1975 and Daisy and her mum have just moved into the Grand Private Hotel belonging to Mr and Mrs Papadopolous. It's all new and strange but Nina, Old Dot, the Colonel and especially Rainbow Rose are there to help them make a new life for themselves. This is a time of great social change and Daisy's life opens up as she becomes involved in the movement for equal rights for women." 12938 "Dalai Lama, peacemaker from Tibet, The" "Gibb, Chris" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2002 9780750240161 5-6 "When Tenzin Gyatso was four years old, the religious leaders of Tibet declared him to be the fourteenth Dalai Lama, the highest-ranking monk in Tibetan Buddhism. The Dalai Lama spreads a message of compassion and peace in the world." 6024 Damon "Crew, Gary & Hill, Aaron (ill)" Lothian Books 2011 9780734410276 7-9 "On holiday with his parents, fifteen year old Damon is bored. He is coerced into visiting an art gallery but nothing looks like anything in Damon's life. His reality is made up of TV and gaming, so Damon returns to the hotel to play his gameboy. Soon, it, too, is dull and repetitive, and Damon falls asleep. In his dreams, the artwork he ignored comes to life and, far off, a tiger roars." 9526 Dan's grandpa "Morgan, Sally & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Fremantle Press 1996 9781863681599 3-4 "Dan and his grandpa were the best of friends and shared many special times together. From his grandpa, Dan learnt about nature, the land and his Aboriginal culture. When grandpa dies, Dan misses him. Then grandpa's cocky disappears." 24574 Dance is for everyone "Zuill, Andrea" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781454921141 K-2 "An alligator dancing ballet? When the reptile takes her place at the barre, Mrs Iraina and her dancers are very surprised. But since they can't communicate with the alligator, and she is able to follow along, they just decide to name her Tanya and let her stay. (Would YOU say no to a 450-pound alligator?) Mrs Iraina even creates a special ballet to showcase Tanya's larger-than-life talents . . . and super-swishy tail. Then, without warning, Tanya disappears." 5708 Dance of the sugar plum fairy "Whiting, Sue & Davis, Sarah (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2009 9781921042621 K-2 "Marcus and Mary make the finest, sweetest-smelling candy. When the King has a taste, he decides to order more than they can possibly make. But, help is at hand to meet the ever-increasing orders from the King. While you read, listen to the music of the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy on the accompanying CD. " 1795 "Dance teacher, The" "Milne, Simon & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313312 3-4 "When Isabelle arrives at Miss Sylvie's dance studio to become a ballerina, she is told to be prepared to work hard. As the other young dancers switch to hip hop or drop out, Isabelle continues to practice, aiming to become a prima ballerina. " 29826 Dance with me "Harrison, Penny & Jones, Gwynneth (ill)" EK Books 2016 9781925335231 K-2 "A ballerina in a music box loves nothing more than to dance. But when the little girl who owns the box grows up, who will dance with the ballerina now? A gorgeous story about treasured possessions and the memories they hold. " 1730 "Dance, Bilby, Dance" "Oktober, Tricia" Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272130 K-2 "Moths, leaves, Min-min lights and, even, shadows dance around him. Bilby has to practise hard before he can dance and prance. It's great fun until a much larger shadow appears." 9531 "Dancer, The" "Turkington, Nola & Daly, Niki (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2001 9780711215412 3-4 "A legend of the bringing of rain to the people of the Kalahari Desert in Africa. After thirteen months of drought, Bau is determined to find out how to make rain for her people." 3055 Dancing Charli "Wood, Ant & Robertson, Lorraine (ill)" Envirobook 2016 9780858812505 K-2 "Early one morning, bright as a spark a little bird performed her favourite trick. Join Charli and her new friend Gordon as they dance around Australia in a celebration of diversity." 19209 Dancing in the dark "Bavati, Robyn" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143202363 7-9 "Ditty was born to dance but she was also born Jewish. When her strictly religious parents won't let her take ballet lessons, Ditty starts to dance in secret. Keeping her two worlds apart will come at a huge personal cost." 27702 Dandelion fire "Wilson, N D" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664218 7-9 "Henry York discovers that he is a seventh son with the gift of second sight, an ability to tune into the hidden nature of people and objects. He will use this gift to combat the rising strength of the witch of Endor whose evil is all encompassing." 7026 Dandylion "Finlay, Lizzie" Red Fox 2009 9781862305960 K-2 "Dandylion is new to class and he brings a splash of colour into everyone's lives. But, sometimes, Dandylion is a little bit unusual, a little bit too crazy, a little bit too messy and a little bit too much trouble." 75909 "Dangerous alphabet, The" "Gaiman, Neil & Grimly, Gris (ill)" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747597155 3-4 "A is for Always, that's where we embark. Two children, treasure map in hand, and their pet gazelle sneak past their father, out of their house, and into a world beneath the city, where monsters and pirates roam. A captivating, chilling riot of an alphabet book with eye-popping illustrations." 62378 "Dangerous days of Daniel X, The " "Patterson, James & Ledwidge, Michael (cont)" Corgi Books 2008 9780552558488 7-9 "Fifteen year old alien hunter, Daniel X, is on a mission to finish the job that killed his parents. He wants to wipe out the world's most bloodthirsty aliens on The List. With telepathy and the ability to transform and create, Daniel's got more than a few tricks up his sleeve. But, as he battles towards his top target, Daniel can't forget that, on their lists, there's only one name at the top, and that's his." 96287 Dangerous days: the true story of a digger's great escape "Brough, Ernest" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732287511 7-9 "At nineteen, Ern signs up for the army to fight with the ANZACs. By twenty two, he is a prisoner of war. Ern and his mates are determined to escape and join their comrades in war." 76333 "Dangerous games: Fletcher Smith, sports P I" "Harlen, Jonathan" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741691443 7-9 "Fourteen year old Fletcher Smith is a private investigator, working for the Institute of Sport. Trouble has found Fletcher since his father died in mysterious circumstances. Hired by rising cricket star Tom Baker to retrieve a lucky pig's foot, given to him by Don Bradman, Fletcher finds himself fighting for his life in the dangerous underworld of Australian sport. To crack this case, he'll need to battle killer sea wasps, a ruthless hitman and a deranged tennis prodigy." 127069 Dangerous places "Charlton, Ann" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9781741750881 7-9 Will Kerwan is kidnapped in London during 1852. He is held hostage on a boat where he is made to work as a servant. He meets Runt and finds a best friend for life. They escape in Australia and make their way to the goldfields. 97 Dangerous spaces "Mahy, Margaret" Puffin NZ 1993 9780140363623 7-9 "Athena finds a box covered with green material. Inside it, she sees a dream world which draws her and her cousins in." 9336 Dangerous waters "Blake, Bronwyn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404671 7-9 "Joshua and his cousin, Zoe, see two men fighting and hear a gunshot. The police believe the murder is linked to armed robberies in the area. The cousins decision to investigate places them in danger." 11266 Daniel X: watch the skies "Patterson, James & Rust, Ned" Doubleday 2009 9780385614634 7-9 "Daniel X has his work cut out for him. A teenage alien hunter, he has a deadly list of evil predators to eliminate and, while he's made it all look easy so far, much darker days await him. Next on his list is Number Five, an unsightly and terrifying alien, who is watching Daniel as intently as Daniel has been tracking him." 9524 Daniel's secret "Mattingley, Christobel & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863885348 3-4 "Daniel has found an Aboriginal carving on the cliff face. He wants to share his secret but, as the youngest member of a busy family, he can't persuade anyone to accompany him." 14885 Danny Allen was here "Cummings, Phil" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330422949 5-6 "Danny, his brother and sister and their friend, Mark, get up to all sorts of hilarious, hair-raising mischief. But, Danny and his family must face the biggest challenge of all, life without their farm." 4141 Danny Best "Storer, Jen & Vane, Mitch (ill)" ABC Books 2015 9780733333330 3-4 "Eight year old Danny Best is the best. He's just so good at everything, especially winning. He's also good at having a rollicking good time with his local mates as well as Pugsley the dog, Captain Hook the cat and those pesky critters called adults. From cops and robbers to hide-and-seek to obstacle courses, races and wilderness jaunts, Danny and his friends are kings and queens of the neighbourhood." 5716 Danny Best: Me first! "Storer, Jen & Vane, Mitch (ill)" ABC Books 2018 9780733333354 3-4 "Danny Best is the best at everything. He ALWAYS comes number one. In these four stories Danny tries to beat a world record, catch a giant fish, and has wild adventures. Joined by his best friends and his loyal, but misbehaved dog, we find out if Danny can really live up to his name and be the Best at everything." 47236 Danny Blue's really excellent dream "Landrak, Max" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734417589 3-4 "Danny Blue lives in a world where everything is blue. And while there are many different shades and hues, everything is essentially the same. Until the night Danny sees something in a dream that is unlike anything else..." 11485 Danny da Vinci: the giant horse of Milan "Whatley, Bruce & Smith, Rosie" ABC Books 2007 9780733319150 5-6 "Humorous description of the creation of da Vinci's Horse of Sforza statue. Danny da Vinci and his best friend, Mick Angelo, are apprentices in Uncle Leo's art studio when he is commissioned to make a giant, marble horse." 41499 Danny da Vinci: The secret of the Mona Lisa "Smith, Rosie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" ABC Books 2017 9780733326059 5-6 "Danny da Vinci and his best friend Mick Angelo are artistic adventurers who share a passion for painting and sculpture. Every year the Duke of Milan holds an art exhibition, and this year the Duke has asked Danny's Uncle Leo to paint his portrait. Danny and Mick want to enter something in the exhibition too, something special. Danny's sister Lisa has an idea, but why should they listen to her? She's such a moaner!" 87322 Danny the champion of the world "Dahl, Roald & Blake, Quentin (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2007 9780141322674 5-6 "Danny loves his life with his dad in the little gypsy caravan. His dad never runs out of wonderful stories. When Danny discovers his father' s secret, he' s off on the adventure of a lifetime, involving an hilarious pheasant-snatching expedition, and a daring plot to get the better of the horrible Mr Victor Hazell." 24009 Darcy Moon and the deep-fried frogs "Carvell, Catherine" Fremantle Press 2014 9781922089717 5-6 "Darcy Moon is an ordinary girl with ordinary problems. She's low on cash and low on the necessary street cred to fit in with the cool crowd. But, Darcy's life is about to take a great leap forward. When a freaked-out frog asks for help, it's up to her to fix the food chain, save the swamp and prove that money can't buy everything." 9563 Dare to be different: a celebration of freedom in association with Amnesty International "Bergin, Elana (& others)" Bloomsbury 1999 9780747540212 3-4 "A picture book of fairytales, folklore, Greek legends, Bible stories, poetry and contemporary short stories with strong themes of freedom and justice that reflect the purpose and work of Amnesty International." 1076 Darius Bell and the crystal bees "Hirsch, Odo" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742376837 5-6 "The disappearance of bees heralds huge changes on the Bell estate. Without bees, there won't be honey or, more importantly, cross-pollination of the fruit and vegetables, which Mr Fisher and his family sell in order to survive. Darius comes up with a complex plan that involves an enthusiastic teacher. But, Darius must deliver fabulous costumes to the school principal so that the school can win a highly contested parade." 43511 Darius Bell and the glitter pool "Hirsch, Odo" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741757163 5-6 "The Bell family's ancestors were showered with honours, gifts and grants of land. In exchange, they have bestowed a Gift, every twenty-five years, on the town. Now, it's Darius's father's turn but there is no money for an impressive gift. When an earthquake reveals a glorious cave, Darius thinks he might have found the answer." 45280 Dark angels "Langrish, Katherine" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2009 9780007214891 7-9 "Thirteen year old Wolf is escaping from the abbey which has been his home and prison for the last eight years. Scrambling up over the wild and haunted ridge known as Devil's Edge, he has a strange encounter and the creature he discovers will change his life for ever." 12010 "Dark dark tale, A" "Brown, Ruth" Penguin Putnam 1992 9780590701631 K-2 "Follow the black cat through the dark wood and into the mysterious castle, up the spooky stairs and along the spooky corridors to discover something, unexpected, in a dark, dark cupboard." Dark is rising series "Cooper, Susan" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Dark materials series "Pullman, Philip" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1394 "Dark, The" "Snicket, Lemony & Klassen, Jon (ill)" Orchard Books 2013 9781408330029 3-4 "Lazlo is afraid of the dark, when tucked up in his bedroom at night. He wants to find out what this thing called 'the dark' is." 4199 "Darkest dark, The" "Hadfield, Chris & Fan Brothers (ill)" MacMillan 2016 9781509824090 3-4 "Chris love rockets and planets and pretending he's an astronaut in Space. Only one problem- at night, Chris is afraid of the dark. But when he watches the ground breaking Apollo 11 Moon Landing on TV it inspires him to follow his dreams and explore the darkest dark. Inspired by the childhood of real-life astronaut, Commander Chris Hadfield." Darkmouth series NEW 2019 "Hegarty, Shane" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function at the top of the screen." 18495 Darwin's tortoise "Stewart, Robin" Black Inc 2005 9781863953733 7-9 "Harriet, a giant Galapagos Island tortoise, is looked after and observed by Charles Darwin in his development of his daring theory of evolution and his book, the Origin of the Species. Cleverly written from Harriet's perspective." 27373 Dashing dog "Mahy, Margaret & Bixley, Donovan (ill)" HarperCollins NZ 2013 9781775540229 K-2 Follow this chaotic dog and his family as they take a walk along the beach. 91685 Daughter of the flames "Marriott, Zoe" Walker Books 2008 9781406308617 7-9 A sweeping fantasy chronicling a courageous girl's sometimes violent fight for freedom in a world ravaged by war and religious fanaticism. Tackles themes such as religion and terrorism as well as unconventional love. Usually read by students in Year 10 and above. 90865 Dave & Violet "Adams, Sarah" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801579 K-2 "Violet's best friend is Dave, the dragon. Dave is very friendly and helpful, but he is also very shy. And, whenever he meets other people, he simply goes red and spouts flames, scaring them away. Despite Violet's help, Dave wonders if he will ever fit in. But, one day, his special abilities come to the rescue in a damp situation." "David Beckham Academy series, The" The David Beckham Academy staff 5-6 "Stories about boys hoping to be soccer professionals. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1346 David Copperfield "Dickens, Charles" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2007 9780141031750 7-9 "For David Copperfield, orphaned and with a cruel stepfather, the future looks bleak. But, a new start beckons, first with the magnificent Mr Micawber and then with his eccentric aunt, Betsey Trotwood. David encounters a range of people who will change his fortunes in very different ways, and his life forever." 1347 "David, the best model maker in the world" "Moloney, James" Penguin 2000 9780141307442 3-4 David was the best model maker in the world. But one day a strange man sends him a new challenge. He may be the best model maker but he still may not be able to build the strange ball in the picture. 35126 "Day I remember, A" "Prodeepta, Das" Frances Lincoln 2015 9781847806017 3-4 "This is a day that Chintu will always remember. He's going to be Markundi, the boy who keeps the bridegroom, his uncle, company through the wedding preparations. Come and join in the celebrations, with dancing, fireworks and music. " 15057 "Day I swapped my dad for two goldfish, The" "Gaiman, Neil & McKean, Dave (ill)" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747575184 5-6 "A boy swaps his father for two goldfish. When his mother insists he swaps his father back, he discovers that his dad's been swapped numerous times." 15129 "Day I turned ten, The" "Godwin, Jane" Penguin 2004 9780143301097 3-4 "Jeremy is looking forward to his tenth birthday and has the day all planned out. But, with a very young brother in the family, things rarely go according to plan." 112260 "Day I was history, The" "French, Jackie & Booth, Christina (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2007 9781876944551 3-4 "Like everyone else, Sam believed that cities don't burn. But one hot summer the fires came to Canberra with devestating results. Sam must fight to try to save his home not knowing if his would be one of the five hundred houses to be lost." 12146 "Day in the life of me, A" "Marsden, John & Smith, Craig (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734401960 K-2 "A little boy has a perfect day. He is greeted enthusiastically by everyone he meets, takes his dog to school where he gets everything right and eats fairy bread and grapes for play lunch. Children line up to play with him and his parents take him out." 7772 "Day no one was angry, The" "Tellegen, Toon & Boutavant, Marc (ill)" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271605 3-4 "Twelve funny, philosophical short stories about angry animals. First comes the hyrax, angry at the sun for not being around when he wants it. Elephant is angry with himself for trying to climb a tree that he always falls out of. Beetle and earthworm try to outdo each other by being more angry than the other. Lobster sells all kinds of anger door-to-door. Then, one day, all anger disappears and the animals are worried." 20457 "Day of the elephant, The" "Wilson, Barbara Ker" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2005 9780207200595 K-2 "Mae Jabu, the great elephant, plodded down the track as she did everyday. This day would be different from any other day for her and the children. A huge wave is approaching that will change everything. " 36832 "Day the chooks blew away, The" "Bowater, Alan & Pascoe, Pete (ill)" JoJo Publishing 2008 9780980321654 K-2 "Every night, the chickens and Rodney, the rooster, on Misery Farm go to roost and dream. They dream about being somewhere else and doing something different. One morning, a big storm comes and blows all the chooks away, including Rodney the rooster and the rest of Misery Farm." 4772 "Day the crayons came home, The" "Daywalt, Drew & Jeffers, Oliver (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780008124434 K-2 "Watch out. The crayons are back and they're more cross than ever. One day, Duncan receives a set of postcards from his crayons who have been lost, forgotten or broken. One crayon has even melted in a clothes dryer and is stuck to a sock." 4271 "Day the crayons quit, The" "Daywalt, Drew & Jeffers, Oliver (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007513765 K-2 "Poor Duncan just wants to colour. But, when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing, 'We quit'. Beige is tired of playing second fiddle to Brown. Blue needs a break from colouring all that water, while Pink just wants to be used. None of the crayons is happy. Duncan has a real problem in his hands." 25920 "Day to remember, A" "French, Jackie & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2012 9780732293604 5-6 A moving look at the history of Australia's and New Zealand's involvement in warfare through the lens of a single day - Anzac Day - revisited on notable years between 1915 and 2012. 21245 "Day war came, The" "Davies, Nicola & Cobb, Rebecca (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406376326 3-4 Imagine if war came to your town and destroyed everything you had known. Imagine you made a long journey to safety but were not welcomed and turned away. Imagine then how the gift of something small from one child could change your life. 12361 "Day with Dad, A" "Holmberg, Bo R" Walker Books 2008 9781406313840 3-4 "Tim waits with excitement for a train to bring his father, who lives in another town, to spend the entire day with him. They do all of their favourite things, until it is time for Dad to catch the train home." 15437 Days of the blackbird "dePaola, Tomie" Penguin USA 1997 9780399229299 3-4 "Gemma and her father, Duca Gennaro, live in a house with a bird-filled courtyard. All the birds sing but the duke's favourite is La Colomba. When the duke falls ill, La Colomba refuses to fly south, even though snow and fierce winds swirl." 35048 Dead certain "Gould, Sally" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529900 5-6 "Max has a plan. A plan to help out his favourite uncle one last time. Dad will probably ground him and he won't be able to go to Thomo's go-kart party but Max knows exactly what he has to do. In fact, he's dead certain." 15174 Dead famous: William Shakespeare and his dramatic acts "Donkin, Andrew & Goddard, Clive (ill)" Scholastic UK 2004 9780439982696 7-9 "Even though he's dead, William is still full of surprises. Get the inside story from his secret diary and the news of the day from the Shakespearean Sun. Be amazed as the curtain is raised on Shakespeare's most dramatic acts." 1366 Dead funny "Simons, Moya" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862915466 3-4 "More of the hilarious adventures of Danny Thompson, his family and friends." 10797 "Dead I know, The" "Gardner, Scot" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742373843 7-9 "Aaron has left school and is starting a job as assistant to a funeral director. Although uncommunicative, Aaron is a willing and capable worker. But, his home life is fraught. Aaron lives at a caravan park and is the sole carer of his guardian, who's on the verge of dementia. And, Aaron is frightened. He walks in his sleep and has nightmares he can't explain and memories he can't recover. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 100 Dead meat "Simons, Moya" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781862911857 5-6 Danny is an ordinary boy in an ordinary family who seems to attract amazing and funny experiences. Deadly D & Justice Jones series "Prince, Scott & Hartley, David" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 37620 Deadly diseases and curious cures "Claybourne, Anna" A & C Black 2010 9781408126929 3-4 "Life as a sailor in the 1700s was not an easy life. Here you will read about the common illnesses such as scurvy, of those who sailed long distances of exploration and trade, as well as the remedies of the day. Some are still common today such as the use of honey and ginger, but thankfully our dentists and surgeons have greatly improved. For readers who are not squeamish." 4215 Dear Fairy Godmother "Rosen, Michael & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406325577 K-2 "All the best-loved fairytale characters are here and they all have a different problem. There's the pesky girl who keeps eating little bear's porridge and the wolf who just won't leave Little Red Riding Hood alone. They write letters to the Fairy Godmother, asking for advice. Read her responses and lift the flap to see Fairy Godmother's ingenious solutions to their predicaments." 5665 Dear hound "Murphy, Jill" Puffin Australia 2010 9780141323459 3-4 "Alfie the deerhound is a large, grey puppy. He loves his owner, Charlie, and cheese, and he's very good at digging holes. But poor Alfie has got lost. He's scared of thunderstorms and being hungry and never seeing Charlie again. Meanwhile, Charlie and his mother are desperately trying to find Alfie, putting up posters and searching the area." 32367 Dear Jack "Sauer, Tammi" Futuretrack Australia 2007 9781876603144 7-9 "Laney Curtis is in Year 8 when her mother develops breast cancer rejecting chemotherapy because she is pregnant. This touching story describes Laney's struggle with the possibility that her mother may die. Also, Laney develops a plan to snare Andy Carter, a student at her school. Best suited to mature readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 89694 Dear little fish "Dahan, Andre " Brolly Books 2008 9781921346514 K-2 "Here is a tale about the relationship between two unlikely characters, a cat and a goldfish. The cat sets the goldfish free but, the friendship is so strong, they find each other again and are reunited." 16041 Dear Max "Grindley, Sally & Ross, Tony (ill)" Watts Publishing Group 2005 9781843623830 3-4 "Max writes a letter to his favourite author. They become pen pals and share ideas they have for writing stories, about dealing with life's difficulties and making friends." 14663 Dear Olly "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins Australia 2000 9780006753339 5-6 "The stories of a young man, his little sister and a baby swallow are intertwined simply to reveal the high price a young man pays when he gives up a lucrative career in vet science to bring joy and laughter to orphans in Africa. The values he puts on love, laughter and the chance to see gorillas in the wild make it all worth it." 102 Dear writer "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 2001 9780141312705 5-6 Lizzie and her friend want to surprise their teacher with a visit by his favourite author for the teacher's birthday in Book Week. 12175 Dear zoo "Campbell, Rod" Penguin 1988 9780140504460 K-2 "In this introduction to zoo animals, children lift the flaps to discover what is underneath." 18376 Death in a nut "Maddern, Eric & Hess, Paul (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845070816 5-6 "When Jack's mother is very sick, he is able to prevent her dying by squeezing Old Man Death into an empty hazelnut. But, trouble begins for the people and the food in the village and Jack learns a powerful lesson about life and death." 18404 Death of a princess "Geason, Susan" Little Hare Books 2005 9781877003905 5-6 "Set in Ancient Egypt, the book follows the murder investigation of the Pharaoh's daughter. The story follows Meryet-Neith, the harem's beautician, who needs to find the truth or risk becoming a scapegoat for the murder." 8761 "Death: the horror of the plague, The" "Braxton-Smith, Ananda" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030739 7-9 "Thomas Timewell is sixteen, living in England in 1828, where body-snatching is rife, cut-throats are about and terrible novelists are absorbing the lives of wealthy women with nothing better to do. Contains some horror and mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 32975 Decision: Stories of leadership in the services "Cole-Adams, Jennet & Gauld, Judy, Hatherley, Brett (des)" Dept of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial 2017 9780994477569 7-9 "We all make decisions every day that shape the lives we lead. In times of war, decision-making can take on a greater significance. Many Australians over the past century of service have demonstrated leadership with the decisions they have made." 54112 "Deep end, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143305279 3-4 "Becky can't go up a class at swimming lessons unless she can get over her fear of the deep end. Becky tackles all her problems cheerily, including understanding what her baby brother is saying." 73594 Deep sea exploration "Spilsbury, Richard" A & C Black 2010 9781408126912 3-4 "Take a trip to the bottom of the ocean to find out all the secrets of the deep. See underwater mountains thousands of metres high, shipwrecks frozen in time and fish that look like false teeth." 12342 Deep water "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 2003 9780143300304 5-6 "Tori has heard a dog howling. He is not sure if he imagined it or if it is, as his cousin Bronte says, Axle's ghost. Thinking that, perhaps Axle could be alive after all. Tori sets out to solve the mystery but discovers more than he expected to find." 6493 Deep water "Hersey, Lu" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409586104 7-9 "When her mum suddenly disappears, Danni moves to a tiny Cornish fishing village with her Dad, where the locals treat her like a monster. As the village's dark, disturbing past bubbles to the surface, Danni discovers that she's not who, or what, she thought she was. And, the only way to save her family from a bitter curse is to embrace her incredible, new gift, however impossible it seems." 12095 "Deep, The" "Winton, Tim & Louise, Karen (ill)" Sandcastle 1999 9781863682107 K-2 "Alice and her family live by the sea and, although she can swim well, Alice is terrified of deep water. She yearns to join her parents, brothers and pet dog playing in the sea. It takes some friendly dolphins to begin chipping away at Alice's fear." 12377 Define normal "Peters, Julie Anne" "Little, Brown & Co" 9780316734899 7-9 "Two very different girls, the punk and the goody-goody, are forced together in a peer-counselling situation at their school. Surprisingly, they find they have some things in common. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 50221 Definitely no ducks "McKinlay, Meg & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781921977855 3-4 "Max, the class duck, is in trouble. The Antarctica display has been totally destroyed. Ripped. Torn. Chewed. And everyone knows Max is to blame. Or is he. Abby and Noah are determined to uncover the truth. If they can't, they will have to say goodbye to Max forever." 12320 Delightful Delilah "Gray, Nigel" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403773 K-2 "How important is a name? Ewan decides to change his, and his family plays along. Each day, Ewan has a new name until, one day, he chooses one that he doesn't know is a girl's name and then the girl who owns it, doesn't want to share it." 8332 Delilah's dream "Trevaskis, Ian & Dawson, Janine (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2009 9781921042232 K-2 "Delilah isn't like other hens. Her head is full of all sorts of dreams about life beyond the farmyard gate. Most of all, she dreams of soaring higher than the eagles and touching the clouds. One day, when a fox enters the chook yard, Delilah must act quickly." 6449 "Deliverance of the dancing bears, The" "Stanley, Elizabeth" University of Western Australia Press 1994 9781875560370 3-4 "Appalled by the sight of a beautiful bear condemned to a life of cruelty and deprivation, old Yusuf spends all his hard-earned savings to release the bear." 1408 "Deltora book of monsters, The" "Rodda, Emily & McBride, Marc (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865043692 5-6 "A colourful bestiary that depicts the terrifying creatures of Deltora's forests, mountains and deserts." Deltora Quest series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Deltora Shadowlands series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15876 DemiChat and the Kent Street mystery "Brisland, Toni" Sid Harta Publishers 2010 9781921642357 5-6 "Lord Flannery is a beagle, recently retired from Scotland Yard's dog squad. Flannery meets DemiChat, an exotic cat, who spends her time watching old Sherlock Holmes movies. She is most impressed with Flannery's real life crime experiences. When they see suspicious activity on a building site opposite, the pair set off in pursuit of a kidnapper and find themselves in Paris and Rome." 889 Demon dentist "Walliams, David" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007453566 5-6 "Strange things were happening when children would put their teeth under the pillow for the tooth fairy. In the morning they would find a dead slug, a spider, a slimy eyeball or much, much worse. Alfie is determined to find the culprit, whilst evading the social worker who has started visiting his home." 103 "Demon headmaster, The" "Cross, Gillian" Oxford University Press 2001 9780192718556 5-6 There is something sinister going on at Dinah's new school. The headmaster has a weird kind of control over the pupils. 31030 "Den is a bed for a bear, A" "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303098 K-2 "Bears sleep during the winter for lots of good reasons. Find out why and where they sleep, and what they do when they wake up." 36717 Denver "McKee, David" Andersen Press Ltd 2010 9781842709634 K-2 "Denver is rich, very, very rich. Everyone in the village loves him for his kindness and generosity. But, one day a stranger arrives who breeds discontent by telling the villagers that it isn't fair for Denver to have so much more than they do. " 9408 "Depression years, The" "Irvine, Nance" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1986 9780340377130 5-6 "Through words and illustrations, this book describes both the grim poverty and the happy side of life during the Great Depression in Australia." 8379 Derek the dinosaur "Blackwood, Mary & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862911413 K-2 Derek wishes he could be as fearsome and frightening as his brothers. He soon finds out that his skills will save the day. 9437 Desert cowboy "Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill)" Magabala Books 2000 9781875641574 7-9 "Yinti travels from one outback place to another. He is a Desert Cowboy who experiences a series of firsts: learning the kartiya language (English), his first pay, seeing kartiyas (whitefellas), cars, cows and horses and trousers made from flour bags." 1418 Desert dog "Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill)" Magabala Books 1997 9781875641352 7-9 "Spinifex, a dingo pup, is adopted by a family living in the traditional way, moving from waterhole to waterhole. Based on an incident in his childhood, the pup encountering station life shares the experience of Jimmy Pike's own people." 2339 Destiny's right hand "Wagner, Michael" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143304210 7-9 "While stumbling through a harsh world of hopes and expectations, teenage journalist, Eddie Innocent, meets the stunning but strange Destiny. As they work together to solve a painful mystery, Eddie wonders if he's finally discovered the front page news story he's been looking for. " 21619 "Detective dog, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Ogilvie, Sara (ill)" MacMillan 2016 9781509801596 K-2 "Peter's dog, Nell, has an amazing sense of smell. Whether it's finding a lost shoe or discovering who did a poo on the new gravel path, her ever-sniffing nose is always hard at work. But, Nell has other talents too. Every Monday, she goes to school with Peter and listens to children read. But, one morning, when they arrive at school, Peter and Nell discover that all the books have disappeared." 924 Detective Donut and the wild goose chase "Whatley, Bruce" HarperCollins Australia 1999 9780064435536 3-4 "Detective Donut tries to solve a mysterious case involving a masked goose, a museum statue and a missing person." 13406 "Detective Gordon: Complicated case, A" "Nilsson, Ulf & Spee, Gitte (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570652 3-4 "There is something going on in the forest. The animals are troubled and unhappy. But, no one dares make a statement to the police. Detective Gordon and police assistant Buffy have a new case to investigate." 4725 "Detective Gordon: First case, The" "Nilsson, Ulf & Spee, Gitte (ill)" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271506 3-4 "Someone is stealing nuts from the forest and it's up to Detective Gordon to catch the thief. Unfortunately, solving this crime means standing in the snow for a long time. If only he had an assistant, someone small, fast, and clever, to help solve this terrible case. Then Detective Gordon would be able to go back to doing what he does best, thinking, eating cakes, drinking tea and stamping important papers." Deucalion trilogy series "Caswell, Brian" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Dewdrop series "MacCarthy, Patricia" K-2 "Dewdrop Fairies and Dewdrop Babies series combined in the adventures of characters such as Rose, Waterlily, Violet, Bluebell and Sweetpea. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 3922 Dewey: there's a cat in the library "Myron, Vicki & Witter, Bret & James, S (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2010 9781847389138 K-2 "One cold night in Iowa, a small kitten is dropped into a book-return chute at the public library. He is named Dewey Readmore Books and becomes the library mascot, attracting many visitors to the library. As Dewey realises his privileged position, he makes an effort to be the best library cat ever." 7730 Dexter: the courageous koala "Blackadder, Jesse" ABC Books 2015 9780733331787 5-6 "Ashley has been longing for a pet of her own but her plans for a puppy fall through. Instead, her parents send Ashley on a holiday to her eccentric Aunt Micky. There, Ashley saves an injured mother koala and her joey Dexter. When a storm cuts off the only access road to the vet, Ashley must find the courage to find another way to safety. " Diamond Brothers series "Horowitz, Anthony" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3742 "Diamond horse, The" "Gregg, Stacy" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008124397 5-6 "A priceless diamond necklace holds a secret- the stories of two different girls. Anna Orlov lives in a beautiful snowbound palace, home to a menagerie of wonderful animals: tigers, wolfhounds and horses, but also her cruel brother Ivan. So when Anna defies her father's wishes she has no idea of the dangers to come. Soon Anna, her tiger and her horse will be fighting for survival in the frozen wilds. Valentina is a circus performer with a very special horse and big dreams. A girl who sees beyond the bright lights of the big top. A horse with an incredible future..." Diamond Spirit series "Wood, Karen" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Diary of a 6th grade ninja series "Emerson, Marcus & Lee, David (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4606 Diary of a baby wombat "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007351756 K-2 "Baby wombats sleep. They eat. They get bored. On Wednesday, baby wombat's mother, Mothball, decides they need a bigger hole and the search begins." 1097 Diary of a fly "Cronin, Doreen & Bliss, Harry (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007455911 K-2 "Fly's first day at school marks the beginning of his diary in which he charts his adventures such as learning how to fly, eating regurgitated food and his part in the food chain. When Fly adds up all his special attributes, he aspires to be a superhero who can walk on walls and see in all directions at once." 89024 "Diary of a killer cat, The" "Fine, Anne & Cox, Steve (ill)" Puffin UK 2011 9780141335773 3-4 "Poor Ellie is horrified when Tuffy drags a dead bird, and then a mouse, into the house. But Tuffy can't understand what all the fuss is about. Soft-hearted Ellie must get her beloved pet to change his wild ways before the next victim arrives through the cat-flap, and Tuffy ends up in even deeper trouble." Diary of a series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14478 Diary of a wildlife photographer "Latta, Jan" True to Life books 2013 9780980872729 5-6 "A journal covering fourteen years of adventures with, and taking photographs of, animals in the wild. The author and photographer has held the throat of a cheetah, been charged by a rhino and had heart-stopping moments with wild elephants and hippos. There are wonderful recollections of playing with baby pandas in China, walking with lions in Botswana and being groomed by a chimpanzee. Stunning photographs." Diary of a wimpy kid series "Kinney, Jeff" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9363 Diary of a wombat "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780207199950 3-4 "This wombat leads a very busy and demanding life. She wrestles unknown creatures, runs her own digging business and most difficult of all - trains her humans." 10241 Diary of a would be-princess "Green, Jessica" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865047799 5-6 "Jillian James burning ambition is to belong to the popular Princess Group. They accuse her of being a dork because she sits next to Nigel. In a rocky ride through year five, Jillian learns that being a Princess isn't the only thing in life worth achieving, and that true friends can come in different shapes and sizes." 104 "Diary of Anne Frank, The" "Frank, Anne" Penguin 2002 9780141315188 7-9 "During the persecution of the Jewish people in the Netherlands in World War II, Anne wrote in her diary of how her family hid for two years in a few rooms." 18407 "Diary of Ma Yan: the life of a Chinese schoolgirl, The" "Haski, Pierre" Virago Press 2005 9781844081806 7-9 "An incredible story of survival and spirit. In Zhangjiashu, China, fourteen year old Ma Yan struggles to escape poverty through persistent, sometimes desperate, attempts to continue her education. Her diary details a world few of us can imagine." 4880 Diary of William Shakespeare gentleman "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460750575 7-9 "The world knows the name William Shakespeare, but what of the man behind the name- the husband, lover, son and poet? Was he happy with his riches? Who was the woman he truly loved? And could the acclaimed playwright put down his pen forever to become a gentleman? Written by Australian Children's Laureate Jackie French and based on new documentary evidence, this story is a fascinating glimpse into a life that might have been and a story that has never been told. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 105 Diary Z "McCarthy, Stephanie" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781862913790 7-9 Red Liston entertains the reader with diary entries about his teenage exploits. 21756 Did you take the B from my _ook "Stanton, Beck & Matt" ABC Books 2016 9780733334832 K-2 "There are two things you need to know. Your favourite thing in the whole world is the letter B. Then, you sneeze and all the Bs are blown out of the book. So, until you can get your favourite letter back, you're about to sound really, really silly." 3335 "Different dog, A" "Jennings, Paul & Kelly, Geoff (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760296469 5-6 "'I'll tell you something, Chase. Don't beg. Some people beg because they have nothing. But a dog should never do it just because someone says the word beg'. The unforgettable story of a boy who cannot speak and the day he finds his voice." 106 "Different life, A" "Keith, Lois" The Women's Press 1999 9780704349469 7-9 "A swim in the sea results in Libby catching an infection which paralyses her legs and leads to a different life. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 7181 Different like Coco "Matthews, Elizabeth" Candlewick Press 2007 9780763625481 5-6 Coco Chanel rose from poverty to become the founder of the famous fashion house of Chanel. The original and appealing illustrations give an extra dimension to the biography. 17360 Dig 3ft NW: the legendary journey of Burke and Wills "Murgatroyd, Sarah" Text Publishing Co 2008 9781921351723 7-9 "In 1860, Robert Burke, accompanied by William Wills and a party of explorers, was prepared to risk everything to become the first European to cross the Australian continent from south to north. A few months later, a tree bore a strange carving, Dig under 3 ft NW. Burke, Wills and five other men were dead. A compelling account of a journey that was in trouble even before it began." 22118 Dig dig digging "Mayo, Margaret & Ayliffe, Alex (ill)" Orchard Books 2001 9781841210803 K-2 "It's a busy day for construction and transport vehicles as the workers and their machines labour all day. With repetitive, predictable text, this book is ideal for young listeners and emerging readers." 5474 "Dig, dump, roll " "Sutton, Sally & Lovelock, Brian (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781760650056 K-2 "Crash-a-rumble, smash-a-grumble! If you love big machines you will love guessing which one makes that noise." 3820 Digby and the yodelayhee...who? "Price, Renee & Tortop, Anil (ill)" Create it kids 2017 9780992345754 K-2 "Yodelayhee! What could it be? Digby Fixit is perplexed, what or who is making that super-duper sound? Join Digby and his very-bestest friends, as they help solve the mystery of the noisy noise, with some toe-tapping fun along the way." 5902 Digger "Dumbleton, Mike & Cowcher, Robin (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296735 K-2 "Digger is the story of one toy kangaroo, one Australian soldier and two girls, in two countries on opposite sides of a world at war. It is a quiet reminder of the casualties of war, and a tribute to the French schoolchildren who once tended the graves of Australian soldiers who died on the Western Front in the heroic battle for Villers Bretonneux in April 1918." 14094 Digger the dog who went to war "Wilson, Mark" Lothian Books 2015 9780734415745 5-6 "Inspired by a true story, a young soldier smuggles his dog onto his troop ship when he leaves to fight in World War I. Together they face the triumphs and tragedies of the Western Front." 4464 "Digging-est dog, The" "Perkins, Al & Gurney, Eric (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2006 9780007224807 K-2 "A dog, who has spent too much of his life on hard surfaces in a pet shop, is claimed by a new young owner. The dog's new canine colleagues attempt to teach him to dig, and his determination to succeed leads to disaster and some unexpected results." 905 "Ding-dong bag, The" "Peters, Polly & Stockham, Jess (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2006 9781846430152 K-2 "Two boys go out with a large bag to catch all the noises they can find. From the noises at breakfast to the distant roar of thunder, from the clank of a stick on railings to the thud of a baseball bat, they're in for an ear-splitting time." 1663 Dingo dog and the billabong storm "Fusek Peters, Andrew (retell) & Wadham, Anna" Child's Play International Ltd 2009 9781846432477 K-2 The animals of the bush are fed up with Dingo's bullying so they set out to teach him a lesson. A traditional Australian tale with a twist. 9236 Dingo in the dark "Morgan, Sally & Erzinger, Tania (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742990972 K-2 "Dingo is afraid of the dark. He can't sleep if Sun is not there to watch over him. So, he's too tired to pay with his friends during the day and is feeling lonely. Dingo must find a way to feel safe when night falls." 25726 Dinner detectives: A fearsome beast and a dumpling feast "Stening, Yves & Buchanan, Nigel (ill)" Publish Creative Books 2017 9780648008705 3-4 "It's Chinese New Year, a time for feasting. But children beware, a hungry beast is looking for you! Join Dinner Detectives Clementine and Aksel in their first adventure, travelling back in time and around the world to uncover magical stories behind the food we eat every day. " 24898 "Dinner detectives: Tangled tale of tagliatelle, A" "Stening, Yves" Publish Creative Books 2018 9780648008712 3-4 "Sophia, the new girl next door, likes football. Shes also a super sleuth of pasta! Join our intrepid trio as they travel from Rome to a fabled renaissance meeting with the feared Mongol emperor, Kublai Khan, and uncover the ancient origins of pasta. Celebrate with Sophia's Dad's delicious Tagliatelle al Ragu - yum! Find his easy-to-follow recipe inside. " 12074 Dinnertime "Weld, Ann & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Working Title Press 2001 9781876288198 K-2 "A hungry fox searches the countryside for his evening meal. Six, fat rabbits play various childhood games as, one by one, they cleverly escape the mischievous fox." 21156 Dinosaur atlas "Rooney, Anne & Gilleard, James" Lonely Planet Publications 2017 9781786577184 5-6 "From giant sauropods and horned dinosaurs, to duckbills and ferocious theropods, kids will discover how the dinosaurs evolved, what they looked like and how they hunted. Plus, we've included the latest finds and theories." 738 "Dinosaur called Tiny, A" "Durant, Alan & Simpson, Jo (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2008 9780007233908 K-2 "Tiny is such a small dinosaur that the other dinosaurs say he can't play their games. But, Tiny finds a way to show he's bigger than he looks." Dinosaur Cove series "Stone, Rex & Spoor, Mike (ill)" 3-4 "Adventure series with science fiction and fantasy. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5601 Dinosaur discovery: Lost creatures of the Cretaceous Western Australia Museum Western Australian Museum 2017 9781925040326 3-4 "Dinosaurs ruled the world in the Cretaceous period, 66 million years ago. The world during the Cretaceous period was a time when mammals were confined to a life in the shadows of dinosaurs. It was the abrupt end of this time period that saw everything change. This book, with its fantastic illustrations, provides a contemporary insight into the life and death of these amazing creatures that once walked the earth." 1442 Dinosaur encore "Mullins, Patricia" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865048031 3-4 "A simple, flip book that has lots of interesting dinosaur facts for you to test yourself. Perhaps you know which dinosaur was smaller than a Dalmatian dog or most like the modern day ostrich but, if you don't, you can find out by reading this book. Panoramic pictures of collage artwork add to the joy of learning more about the shape and size of dinosaurs." 27097 Dinosaur hunt "Catrow, David" Orchard Books 2009 9780545057486 3-4 "Max, the spaniel, is not just any dog. Join Max as he undertakes an expedition searching for dinosaurs. You will be amazed at what he finds." 567887 Dinosaur juniors: Happy hatchday "Biddulph, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2018 9780008286385 K-2 "Meet Otto, Winnie, Greg(osaurus) and all the other dinosaur juniors as they traverse life's first ups and downs!" 7970 Dinosaur knights "Bauer, Michael Gerard" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862917958 5-6 "A team of scientists are trying to transport a live dinosaur to the future by stretching time. When the dinosaur becomes stranded in the Middle Ages, it crosses the paths of twin brothers, Roland and Oswald, who are struggling to save their father from a corrupt official. Roland dreams of being a knight while Oswald imagines a future as a physician. Meeting the dinosaur changes their lives forever." 10912 Dinosaur record breakers "Naish, Darren" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742832586 5-6 "Want to know what the biggest dinosaur is far discovered was? What about the smallest? The most colourful? Most feathery? All that and more is revealed in this book, as well as some amazing facts about the dinosaur's contemporaries - the pterosaurs and marine reptiles. Travel back in time and imagine what life was like in the Mesozoic Era." 22291 Dinosaur roar "Stickland, Paul & Henrietta" Koala Books 2005 9780864615206 K-2 "Lots and lots of delightful dinosaurs do all sorts of things but, most of all, they love their lunch." 15000 "Dinosaur, The" "Milbourne, Anna & Field, Mandy" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2004 9780746062371 K-2 A stegosaurus hatches and wonders through a prehistoric world. A young boy looks at fossils in a museum. Dinosauritis series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4900 Dinosaurs "Bone, Emily & Cosgrove, Lee (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474907156 K-2 "An exciting book about dinosaurs for young children to read aloud. Each page has colourful illustrations of a Tyrannosaurus rex, a Stegosaurus, a Diplodocus and lots more. The simple text describes what dinosaurs ate, where they lived, how they looked after their babies and which were the biggest and smallest dinosaurs." 5129 Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures "Sewell, Matt" Pavilion 2017 9781843653509 K-2 "This large Book of Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures contains giant and colourful illustrations, each accompanied with interesting information, and the latest findings on appearance, colour and habits. On top of this is a quirky humour and appeal, making it a fun and insightful to younger readers." 46336 Dinosaurs eye to eye "Woodward, John" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405347693 5-6 "Come face to face with the fiercest, wildest, most incredible creatures that ever roamed the earth, all captured in deadly detail. Find out why dinosaurs look the way they do, where they lived and explore their habitats." 18476 Dinosaurs galore "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Orchard Books 2005 9781843626091 K-2 "What shapes do you see, what noises do you hear? Perhaps you'll see a swishing tail, huge footprints, or a beak. A humorous and fact-filled poetry book about the lives of the great dinosaurs." 46350 Dinosaurs love cheese "French, Jackie & Rycroft, Nina (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2013 9780732292645 K-2 "A few small toy animals can transform any situation into an imaginative larger-than-life world. So it is with this young child when a simple trip to the supermarket involves giraffes, zebras, lions and even a dinosaur." 7462 Dinosnore "Bendall-Brunello, John" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842707883 K-2 "Three little dinosaurs are trying to wake their sleepy Mum but nothing seems to work. She just snores and snores, and the dinosaurs need your help." 107 Dinotopia "Gurney, James" HarperTrophy 2003 9780060530648 5-6 This is a pseudo-factual account of the relationship between humans and dinosaurs. 6281 Dirt bikes "Orr, Wendy" HarperCollins Australia 1996 9780207188046 3-4 Christmas is coming up and the some of the children are waiting desperately as there are only three dirtbikes in their group and their own homemade track is waiting for them. 12687 "Dirt experiment, The" "Glover, Richard & Gordon, Gus (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733616204 3-4 An amusing story about a family who divides their house in two - one side for the clean and tidy mum and daughter and the other for the dirty dad and son. Some coarse language in context. 9516 Dirty beasts "Dahl, Roald & Blake, Quentin (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2002 9780140568233 3-4 "Full of fanciful exaggerations, a collection of poems about wicked beasts with wicked habits. Meet the poor toad that jumps to France at his own peril, the pig who ponders on the meaning of life and the anteater that gets the wrong end of the stick." 1626 Disappearing act "Moloney, James" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2014 9780732295752 5-6 "Matt Cooper is twelve, and spends his time honing his magic skills and tricks. His great-grandfather, Mattheus, was a magician whose career came to a disastrous end when a trick he performed backfired. What neither Matt nor Mattheus realise is that there's an even older story behind the failure of Mattheus' disappearing trick." 9021 "Discovery of dragons, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin 1998 9780140565133 5-6 "Stimulating, intricate illustrations take us into the magical world of dragons." 29133 "Disgrace of Kitty Grey, the" "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2013 9781408827611 7-9 "Kitty has a comfortable life as a country milkmaid, working for a rich family in a great house. Life changes when her handsome man vanishes, leaving her with his 5-year-old sister. She is sent on an errand to London, where she is determined to track her man down, but her fate is literally snatched out of her hands and things spiral out of control." 108 Displaced person "Harding, Lee" Puffin USA 1990 9780140327960 7-9 "Graeme starts to feel as if he is alienated from the rest of the human race. A psychological thriller that deals with schizophrenia. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Diva series "Lawson, Sue" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. Divergent series "Roth, Veronica" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." DK findout series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6598 DK guide to weather "Allaby, Michael" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751328561 3-4 "A breathtaking collection of colour photographs and images in large format, depicting weather from the 1930s to the present." DMAG "Tonkin, Dorothy (ed)" 5-6 "A magazine format mix of movie, games and book reviews with some educational and informative articles, a project pull-out with teaching notes and lots of interesting information and ideas for pre-teens. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22706 Do like a duck does "Hindley, Judy" Candlewick Press 2002 9780763632847 K-2 A hairy-scary stranger wants to join the duck family. Mama Duck might be really fooled or she might just have a way of making the hairy-scary stranger very sorry he ever pretended to be a duck. 109 Do not go around the edges "Utemorrah, Daisy & Torres, Pat (ill)" Magabala Books 1992 9780958810111 5-6 Fifteen poems by an Aboriginal author are illustrated with vibrant colours and borders. 4449 Do not lick this book "Ben-Barak, Idan & Frost, Julian" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293055 3-4 "Min is microbe. She is small. Very small. In fact so small that you'd need to look through a microscope to see her. Or you can simply open this book and take Min on an adventure to amazing places she's never seen before- like the icy glaciers of your tooth or the twisted, tangled jungle that is your shirt. The perfect book for anyone who wants to take a closer look at the world." 15977 Do not open this book "Lee, Andy & McKenzie, Heath (I'll)" Lake Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760451486 K-2 "This guy will do anything to stop you opening this book. Threats, bribes, reverse psychology, you name it, he'll offer it." 8270 Do not open this book again "Lee, Andy & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Lake Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760455163 K-2 He's back! And only one thing's for certain - HE DOESN'T WANT YOU TO OPEN THE BOOK! 21153 Do you know about science? "Dodd, Emily" Dorling Kindersley 2018 9780241318690 3-4 Over 200 intriguing science questions - answered. This is the ideal science encyclopedia to help budding Einsteins ages 6 and up with their school and homework projects - as well as for parents who need to answer those tricky science questions. 25863 Do you know Millie "Winch, Gordon & Robinson, Alan (ill) " New Frontier Publishing 2008 9781921042089 K-2 Sarah is moving to the big city and must say goodbye to her friends. Sarah knows that Millie lives in the big city and she sets out to find her. 12425 Do-wrong Ron "Herrick, Steven & Magerl, Caroline (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865086613 5-6 "Ron is a gentle, well intentioned boy who always seems to do the wrong thing at the wrong time or the right thing at the wrong time or the wrong thing at the right time, until he befriends Charlie, a guinea pig, and Isabelle, his new neighbour." 9690 Doctor Frankenstein's other monster "Gray, Nigel & Smith, Craig (ill)" CSI-Books 2012 9780987366801 3-4 "Doctor Frankenstein has created a new monster but unfortunately he has little control over him when Frank Junior decides to explore his new world. As he searches for a playmate, Frank Junior is totally unaware of the havoc he is creating as he outwits the police and army. Finally he meets someone who looks past his appearance and is happy to play." 110 Dodger "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1996 9780140383751 7-9 "Mick's life at high school changes when he is chosen to play the Artful Dodger. His unresolved grief, misplaced guilt over his mother's death and alienation from his father erode his confidence. Will he let the others down? Strong language in context." 17170 Does my head look big in this "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Pan MacMillan 2005 9780330421850 7-9 "Amal is a typical sixteen year old. When she decides to wear a head scarf to school, her Islamic faith, personal strength and friendships are tested. An insight into contemporary Australian ethnic and religious issues. Strong language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 22010 Dog biscuit "Cooper, Helen" Doubleday 2008 9780385609302 K-2 "When hungry Bridget steals and eats a dog biscuit, it doesn't taste too bad. But, when Mrs Blair tells her that she'll turn into a dog, Bridget starts to worry because dog biscuits are meant for dogs, not people." 16082 Dog boy "Larkin, John & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780733618352 3-4 Harry Highpants hates corned beef with white sauce but he is not allowed to leave the table until he finishes his meal. Harry is very thin so his parents serve it to him every night so that he will become big and strong. Harry needs to find a way to cope. 31447 "Dog emergency, The" "Morgan, Sally & Smith, Craig (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991351 3-4 "When Dillon and his brother, Ryan, find a cattle dog in town that has hurt his leg, they decide to take him to the nursing station for first aid. They know Mum won't take him in because she is still upset about losing the family dog, Buster. The stray dog needs an operation and the boys try to earn the money to pay for it. When it looks as if they can claim him for themselves, the owner returns." 40736 Dog gone "Poustie, Carole" Avant Press 2010 9780980448450 5-6 "Ish's dog is gone. Vanished in a country town. Mum's on holiday, Dad's in Sydney and Ish and his bossy sister, Molly, are staying with Gran. There are no clues, only something mysterious and ghostlike in the town's graveyard. Then, a bully from the local school starts to blackmail Ish. He thinks things can't get any worse. But, he's wrong." 6260 "Dog in, cat out" "Rubinstein, Gillian & James, Ann (ill)" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862911277 K-2 "Follow the busy activities of a family and their cat and dog. In and out, out and in happens from early morning, when the dog leaps out to explore the new smells of the day and have breakfast, until late at night, when the cat slips unnoticed through the window to settle down in the warmth of the sleeping house. Visual with minimal text." 4719 Dog lost "Ramage, Jan & Simmonds, Brian (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2015 9781922081612 5-6 "A wandering dog, a cattle dog, a dog that loves the land. With master by his side, the wilderness is no stranger. Until the storm comes." 7213 "Dog on a train: Special delivery, The" "Prendergast, Kate" Old Barn Books 2015 9781910646083 K-2 "Boy is late for his train. Rushing out of the house, he drops his favourite hat. Luckily, Dog is there to pick it up but he will have to be quick to catch Boy in time. Follow the plucky Dog on this wordless adventure through the streets and rush-hour crowds." 6820 "Dog on the tuckerbox, The" "Fenton, Corinne & Gouldthorpe, Peter (ill)" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030081 5-6 "Bill and his bullock team delivered supplies and news to settlers in remote parts of the country. His best mate was Lady, his brave and faithful dog. One day, when the axle on the bullock dray split, Bill went for help, leaving Lady on watch on the tuckerbox. Based on a true story about Lady's loyalty and the monument erected to honour her." 4951 Dog squad "Costain, Meredith" Walker Books 2009 9781921529160 5-6 "For the dog squad, no job is too small, no mission too dangerous. Especially if there's cash involved. When they take on Operation Collect Big-time, things don't go to plan and they wonder if they have bitten off more than they can chew." 1467 Dog tales "Rodda, Emily" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862914810 3-4 "All sorts of interesting and unusual things happen in Dolan Street, and the dogs are always at the centre of them. A very funny and warm dog tale where the roles of the dogs and people are cleverly reversed." 23033 Dog wars "Wagner, Michael" Black Dog Books 2004 9781876372545 5-6 "Narrated by a flea that jumps from dog to dog, inciting them to fight and causing chaos. As the dogs become increasingly unhappy and morose, the flea reassesses his actions and decides to attack a human instead." 21749 "Dog, Ray, The" "Coggin, Linda" Hot Key Books 2015 9781471403194 5-6 "Twelve year old Daisy has just died in a car crash. But, in a twist of fate and through a heavenly bureaucratic mistake, Daisy ends up in the body of a dog. She may now be inhabiting a dog's body but, inside, Daisy is still very much Daisy - bouncy, loyal, positive and energetic. Daisy's only thought is to somehow reunite with her parents, who she knows will be missing her. This is how she meets Pip, a boy who is homeless and on his own journey." 5289 "Dog, The" "Mixter, Helen & Sada, Margarita (ill)" "Greystone Books, Canada" 2018 9781771642712 K-2 "My dog is my best friend, when she saw me for the first time, she wagged her tail..." 21171 Dogasaurus "Gifford, Lucinda" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743810712 K-2 "Imagine if you found a strange egg in a mysterious forest, and then you brought it home, and when it hatched, out popped a baby DINOSAUR! Maybe you'd adopt it as your pet? You could play and do chores together and have lots of fun. But what would you do when it grows, and grows, and GROWS? " 18685 Dogboy "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 2005 9780143003571 7-9 "Dogboy is born and abandoned as a gift to the mountains. Raised by a dog, he is shunned by the village he lives in. His extraordinary gifts must be used for him to realise his dreams." 9521 Dogger "Hughes, Shirley" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780099927907 K-2 "Dave and Dogger, Dave's soft, brown stuffed toy, go everywhere together. But, one evening, Dave discovers that Dogger is missing. This is the story of how Dogger was lost and finally found again, with a little help from big sister, Bella." 17435 Dogs "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2009 9780230704220 K-2 "Big dogs, small dogs, stroppy dogs and soppy dogs. Gorgeous canines of every shape, size and colour are bounding through this irresistible book." 5910 Dogs don't do ballet "Kemp, Anna & Ogilvie, Sara (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2010 9781847384744 K-2 "Biff isn't like other dogs. He doesn't do dog stuff like scratching his fleas or looking for the nearest lamp-post. Biff likes music, walking on tiptoes and dressing in a tutu. In fact, Biff thinks he's a ballerina." 27577 "Dogs, The" "Stratton, Allan" Penguin 2015 9780143572596 7-9 "Cameron and his mum have been on the run for five years. His father is hunting them. At least, that's what Cameron has been told. When they settle in an isolated farmhouse, in the middle of nowhere, Cameron starts to see and hear things that aren't possible. Soon, he's questioning everything he thought he knew and, even, his sanity. Cameron must uncover the dark secrets buried in the past, before they tear him apart." 23163 Doing the garden "Garland, Sarah" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845077211 K-2 "Follow a family as they go to the garden centre, choose their flowers and seeds and even a tree. They come home, work together in the garden and are finished in time for tea." 5646 "Doldrums, The" "Gannon, Nicholas " Greenwillow 2015 9780062320940 5-6 "Archer B Helmsley is a dreamer who lives in a house full of curiosities and his overprotective mother. His famous grandparents vanished while exploring an iceberg in Antarctica. Archer is lonely until he meets Oliver, more of a worrier than a warrior, and Adelaide, a mysterious Parisian girl with a wooden leg. Together, they plan to embark on a rescue mission to Antarctica. If only Archer's mother would let him leave the house." 5095 Dolls of war Parenteau Candlewick Press 2018 9780763690694 7-9 "In 1941, eleven-year-old Macy James lives near the Oregon coast with her father, the curator of a small museum. Miss Tokyo, one of 58 exquisite Friendship Dolls given to America by Japan in 1926, is part of the museum's collection and one of Macy's most treasured connections to her mother who recently passed away. However, when the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbour, Macy discovers the ugly side of prejudice and fear in many of her neighbours, as they demand the doll and all it represents, be destroyed and she is the only one left standing up for Miss Tokyo, her mother's memory and the hope of forgiveness. " 37655 "Dolphin book: good vibrations, The" "Weir, Jeff" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030753 5-6 Dolphins are our closest relatives in the ocean. They are warm-blooded mammals and give birth to fully formed babies that feed on milk from their mothers. Dolphins love to play and often swim with humans at the beach. Dolphins are usually friendly but they are wild predators and can be aggressive. 15367 Dolphin boy "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2004 9781842703205 3-4 "The fishing village is a poor and sad place until the day Jim rescues Smile, the dolphin. The friendships between the children, the fishermen and the dolphin lead to happier times for the whole village." 9483 Dolphins "Giles, Bridget" Grolier Education 2001 9780717295890 3-4 "Describes the physical characteristics, life cycle, behaviour, and habitat of dolphins, marine mammals that can swim faster than forty kilometres per hour." 42862 Don Quixote "de Cervantes, Miguel & Jenkins, Martin (retell) & Riddell, Chris (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406324303 7-9 "The mad Don Quixote wanders 16th century Spain looking for chivalrous deeds to do and wrongs to right. Lots of adventures with interesting characters, a barber, monks, shepherds, inn keepers, all of whom involve humour and misunderstandings." 33727 Don't be Horrid Henry "Simon, Francesca" Orion 2008 9781842556726 3-4 "Henry's baby brother can do no wrong, even when he kicks Henry or breaks his toys. Finally Henry works out what to do." 42897 Don't breathe a word "Musgrove, Marianne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741662962 5-6 "Mackenzie and Tahlia have lived with their grandfather since their parents died. Lately, Grandpa hasn't been himself and people are starting to notice. They try to hide his irrational behaviour but Mackenzie must make some difficult choices to protect those she loves." 3034 Don't cross the line "Carvalho, Bernardo P & Martins, Isabel Minhos (ill) & Hahn, Daniel (trans)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570744 K-2 "Without question, the guard always follows the general's orders. This time, the order is that no one must cross the line. The right-hand page of this book must be kept blank for the general. As the crowd builds up on the border, the guard is under more and more pressure." 129369 Don't forget me Cobber: Australia and the First World War "Anderson, Matt" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2006 9780975712351 5-6 "A comprehensive account of World War 1 and Australians' battlefield experiences at Gallipoli, on the Western Front and in the Middle East. Includes the desert campaigns fought by the lighthorsemen and the contribution of the Navy, Flying Corps and the nurses. Includes colour images and black and white photographs." 12114 Don't forget the bacon "Hutchins, Pat" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780099413981 K-2 A boy goes shopping but struggles to remember the shopping list. 16876 "Don't leap, larry" "Briggs, John" Pavilion 2017 9781843653387 K-2 "Larry Lemming is unlike all the others, but can he teach the others to be more like him? Lemmings look alike, sound alike and act alike, right? So if one jumps off a cliff, the others follow... all except Larry. Larry's a lemming with a mind of his own. Unlike the rest of the crew, he goes sledging with the puffins, eats pepperoni pizza, and likes to wear a top hat. But can Larry teach his fellow lemmings to finally think for themselves? A wonderfully funny, quirky tale about staying true to yourself." 1189 Don't let a spoonbill in the kitchen "Oliver, Narelle" Omnibus Books 2013 9781862919310 K-2 "With their spoon-shaped bills, it would make sense that a Spoonbill bird would be right at home in the kitchen, or would it." 15096 Don't let the pigeon drive the bus "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2003 9781844285136 K-2 "While he's away, the bus driver asks the reader to keep an eye on his bus and ensure that the pigeon does not drive the bus. The pigeon really, really wants to drive the bus but it is not a good idea to give the pigeon his own way." 23442 Don't let the pigeon stay up late "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2007 9781406308129 K-2 Pigeon gives a stack of excuses to be allowed up late. Find out if he will eventually go to bed or not. 111 Don't pat the wombat "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865080888 5-6 "A boy's warts-and-all recount, with drawings and photographs, of the weird and wonderful antics at a typical Grade 6 school camp, and featuring a loner called Jonah and an explosive teacher called The Bomb." 10261 Don't think about purple elephants "Whelan, Susan & Jones, Gwynneth" Exisle Publishing 2015 9781921966699 K-2 "Sometimes, Sophie lies in bed at night, unable to get to sleep, worrying about things such as forgetting to take her lunch to school or having to eat Brussels sprouts. Mum thinks she might have a way to help Sophie fall asleep at night, and it might just involve an elephant or two." 4636 Don't wake the dingo "Morgan, Sally & Boese, Sarah (ill)" Omnibus Books 2017 9781742991412 K-2 "Dingo's cave is warm and cosy and dry. Can Mudlark, Numbat, Possum and Wombat escape the storm without waking the dingo?" 67321 Donald loves drumming "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690989 K-2 "Donald loves drumming, all day and all night. But, his family all say he is TOO LOUD. So Donald tries other activities but nothing seems right." 3020 "Donkey who carried the wounded, The" "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732288396 5-6 "An inspiring read about the famous partnership of Simpson and his donkey. Written in the voices of Jack and the donkey, their story, and the horrors and comradeship, of Gallipoli, come to life." 88063 Doodleday "Collins, Ross" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2011 9781862338166 K-2 "It's Doodleday and, although Mum warned Harvey not to do any drawings, she didn't tell him why. But, Harvey thinks that, surely, one little fly won't hurt. That is, until Harvey's fly comes to life and starts to wreck the kitchen. Only one thing is capable of stopping Harvey's rampaging doodles." 18403 Doodledum dancing "Costain, Meredith & Allen, Pamela (ill)" Penguin 2010 9780143501336 K-2 "Eighteen fun-filled and humorous poems about pets, pirates, friends and family. Colourful use of language with beautiful illustrations." 4663 "Door that led to where, The" "Gardner, Sally" Hot Key Books 2015 9781471401114 7-9 "AJ Flynn is seen as a lost cause but he still manages to get a job in a lawyer's office. In the office records, he finds a key, mysteriously labelled with his name and date of birth. He is determined to find the door that fits the key. An amazing journey back in time not only helps solve the mystery of the key but helps solve a series of crimes, including murder, in Victorian London. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12209 "Dorling Kindersley book of nursery rhymes, The" "Gliori, Debi" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751366952 K-2 A well-edited collection of over fifty traditional songs and nursery rhymes for young children. 64725 "Dose of Dr Dog, A" "Cole, Babette" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9780099487685 K-2 Dr Dog is looking for natural remedies for all kinds of ailments. He has many tropical adventures and escapes them all. Dotty Detective series "Vulliamy, Clara" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4483 Double take: A new look at opposites "Hood, Susan & Fleck, Jay (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406377293 K-2 "Think opposites are a piece of cake? Time for a double take! Who knows what's big unless there's small? Does short mean a thing except next to tall? What is above and what is below? The answer depends on who wants to know! Take a topsy-turvy journey into the world of opposites, where everything is not always as it seems." 8602 Double trouble for Anna Hibiscus "Atinuke & Tobia, Lauren (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406347012 K-2 "When twin boys arrive, Anna Hibiscus finds it hard to share her extended family. She feels neglected and upset, as the boys disrupt her familiar, daily routines. To make matters worse, she is no longer the focus of attention of her aunts, uncles, grandparents, cousins and, most especially, her parents. " Double trouble series "Regan, Fiona & Shea, Louis (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 13005 Doug-Dennis and the flyaway fib "Farrell, Darren" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741697568 K-2 "Doug-Dennis, a charming sheep, and Ben-Bobby, an elephant, are best friends. Bored one day, they go to the circus, and that's where the trouble begins. Doug-Dennis tells a little lie, which gets bigger and bigger, until he finds himself surrounded by fibs and fibbers." 56401 Dougal and Bumble and the long walk home "Dray, Matt " Penguin 2011 9780143504665 K-2 "Lucky Dougal the Bear and his best friend, Bumble the Bee, are invited to the Teddy Bear's Picnic in the countryside. They join in a cricket match but, when the ball goes over a fence, Dougal and Bumble, and their new friend Trevor the Pig, are waylaid trying to retrieve it. When they finally return to the picnic, they find that the bus has left without them." 15138 Dougal the garbage dump bear "Dray, Matt" Penguin 2004 9780670041107 K-2 "Dougal never got to play when the other toys in the house did because he was not new, clean and perfect. One rainy day, he is left outside and ends up in the garbage bin. This is his story of finding a new home." 15306 Dougal's deep-sea diary "Bartram, Simon" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2004 9781741245981 3-4 "Dougal's job is boring but he loves deep-sea diving. When Dougal goes to spend a week underwater, his diary tells of the many wonderful creatures he sees and his adventures. Dougal needs a change from his boring old job." 1501 Dougy "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 2004 9780702224997 7-9 "Dougy's sister, Gracey, is chosen for the State Athletics Championships but it leads to violence. It is up to Dougy to save his family from the racist war that ensues and the mysterious Moodagudda. The first book in a trilogy." 15307 Down by the cool of the pool "Mitton, Tony & Parker-Rees, Guy (ill)" Orchard Books 2001 9781841210988 K-2 Join sprightly frog and his energetic friends as they frolic down by the cool of the pool. 1502 Down in the dump with Dinsmore "Mahy, Margaret" Penguin 1999 9780141302133 3-4 Dinsmore's teacher doesn't think the dump is an appropriate place for him to be researching his school project even though he finds all sorts of fascinating things there. He even begins to look like he belongs in a dump. 1222 Down the back of the chair "Mahy, Margaret & Dunbar, Polly (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2006 9781845076023 K-2 Dad can't find his car keys. Little Mary suggests they might be down the back of the chair. They may not find the car keys but what they do find down the back of the chair changes their lives. 9374 "Down the hole: up the tree, across the sandhills, running from the state and Daisy Bates" "Williams, Edna Tantjingu & others" IAD Press 2000 9781864650242 5-6 "In the past, Aboriginal people had to hide their children to help them escape from the authorities coming to take them. Includes strong, distinctive illustrations and Aboriginal English with phrases in Yankunytjatjara." 19627 Down-to-Earth guide to global warming "David, Laurie & Cambria, Gordon" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781741691245 5-6 "Find out about the scientific basis of global warming and its effects on the weather, animals and plants. Practical steps to help are included as well as interesting facts and lots of photographs. The book ends optimistically with useful and attainable methods that can impact positively on the world." 43443 Dr Boogaloo and the girl who lost her laughter "Nicol, Lisa" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143782599 5-6 "Dr Boogaloo was no ordinary doctor. Not at all like the one you might visit if you had a sore tummy. No, Dr Boogaloo was a very different type of doctor. He treated folks who suffered from rather unusual complaints. And how did he treat them? Why, with the most powerful medicine known to mankind...Music! Blue was no ordinary girl. For starters, her name was Blue. But what was truly extraordinary about Blue was the fact that she hadn't laughed for 712 days. Not a hee hee, a ho ho or even a tiny tee hee. According to Dr Boogaloo, music can cure anything. But no laughter was definitely a case for alarm. Can Dr Boogaloo compose a cure before Blue loses her laughter forever? " 23199 "Dr Huxley's bequest: History of medicine in thirteen objects, A" "Cooper, Michelle" FitzOsborne Press 2018 9780648165132 7-9 "A mysterious bequest sends Rosy and Jaz on a race against time to identify thirteen strange and wonderful objects - which turn out to tell the story of medicine, from the superstitions of ancient Egypt to the modern-day ethical dilemmas of genetic testing. Can unicorns cure leprosy? What secrets of the brain did Michelangelo conceal in his Sistine Chapel paintings? Did a zombie discover the cure for scurvy? Does homeopathy actually work? Why did an Australian scientist decide to drink dangerous bacteria? Is grapefruit evil? Did the bumps on Ned Kelly's head predict his fate? And how exactly did parachuting cats save a village from the plague?" 1506 Dr Jeckyll and Mr Hyde "Stevenson, Robert Louis" Scholastic Australia 2002 9780439295758 7-9 "In one of the four stories in this book of Stevenson's classic horror stories, the cursed Dr Jekyll finds himself transformed by a scientific experiment into the evil Mr Hyde." 20711 Dr Karl's big book of amazing animals "Kruszelnicki, Dr Karl" MacMillan 2016 9781743547434 5-6 "From creepy crawlies and the world under the water to the biggest, longest, loudest, sleepiest and stinkiest animals of all. Here are lots of facts to astonish, puzzle and perplex, codes to crack, things to draw and colour, odd ones out, and differences to spot," 13752 Dr Karl's short back & science "Kruszelnicki, Dr Karl " Pan MacMillan 2015 9781743533345 7-9 "Settle in for some cutting-edge scientific snippets and comb through some of the greatest scientific conundrums of our age. Find out what's killing half the bacteria on Earth every two days, why mole rats don't get cancer, why scientists are running around naked in the Antarctic, how a toilet seat helped to end the First World War, and lots, lots more." 61200 Dr Seuss' animal antics "Seuss, Dr" HarperCollins Australia 2006 9780007241941 K-2 "Three separate animal stories compiled into one book by Dr Seuss. Stories include If I ran the circus, If I ran the zoo and On beyond zebra. The same wacky style stories with fun use of language. " 5496 Dr Seuss' sleep book "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2017 9780008236069 K-2 "Full of wonderful, yawning creatures who spread sleep thoughts at bedtime. Great fun for practising reading aloud and ideal for independent readers." 9542 Drac and the gremlin "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 1991 9780140541427 3-4 Two stories told side by side. Drac is fighting the evil Gremlin and children are acting out the fantasy in the garden. 9209 Dracula "Calcutt, David" Oxford University Press 1999 9780198314561 7-9 A stage adaptation of Bram Stoker's famous novel. 1507 Dracula "Stoker, Bram & Humphries, Tudor (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 1997 9780751370706 7-9 "Jonathan Harker is travelling to Castle Dracula to see the Transylvanian noble, Count Dracula. The locals beg him not to go because, on the eve of St George's Day when the clock strikes midnight, all the evil things in the world will come out. But, Jonathan goes to the Castle and his nightmare begins. A retelling of the classic story with striking, coloured illustrations and detailed, historical background information." 9418 Dracula tooth "McAllister, Peter" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300403 3-4 "Ryan likes being called Dracula Tooth especially if it means he can protect himself against the school bully. He likes it, that is, until he gets a late-night visit from Fangface and his gang." Dragon Blood Pirates series "Jerris, Dan & Walker, Rory (ill)" 5-6 "Two modern day boys, sometimes accompanied by their little sister and a sinister three-legged cat, are able to fall through time portals back to the time of bloodthirsty pirates and rollicking sea adventures. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2999 Dragon dawn "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030623 7-9 "At less than 1000 years old, Danzi is a young dragon. He should be hibernating for winter but has an obligation to deliver an inheritance to the family of his old Dragonkeeper's family. His duty is interrupted when he rescues a man from some brutal soldiers. It is a dangerous time for a dragon to be without a keeper." 29477 Dragon horse "Ward, Peter" Corgi Books 2009 9780552553544 7-9 "Aeons ago, dragons spread terror across the Chinese empire. Their descendants became magnificent horses, which are now drawn into a battle, caused by an ancient evil and the destiny of two brothers." 41853 Dragon legends "Passes, David" Pavilion 2012 9781843652120 5-6 "Look inside the mythical and fantastic world of dragons. A magnificent mixture of heroic myths, stories and folktales from the storytelling traditions of India, Greece, England, Wales, Sweden and China." 15335 "Dragon machine, The" "Ward, Helen & Anderson, Wayne (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864614766 3-4 "Unseen, ignored and overlooked, the dragons went unnoticed, just like George, until he was gone." 17258 Dragon mode "Odgers, Sally" New Frontier Publishing 2007 9781921042577 K-2 A mischievous but loveable boy changes his behaviour according to whether he is in boy or dragon mode. 6227 Dragon quest "Baillie, Allan" Scholastic Australia 1996 9781863881203 3-4 "When he embarks upon a search for the last dragon, a young boy travels through a fantasy landscape, full of mysterious creatures." 5064 "Dragon with a chocolate heart, The" "Burgis, Stephanie" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408880319 5-6 "All Aventurine wants to do is explore the world outside of her family's mountain cave. However, as a young dragon, her tough scales haven't fully developed yet, so the outside is too perilous (or so her family says). She is determined to fly on her own and prove them wrong by capturing the most dangerous prey of all- a human. But when that human tricks her into drinking an enchanted hot chocolate, Aventurine is transformed into a puny human girl- no sharp teeth, no fire breath, no claws. Still she's the fiercest creature in these mountains, and now she's found her true passion-chocolate!" 74031 "Dragon's lie, The" "Lardner, Kym & Lardner, Oliver (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2010 9780733325229 K-2 "A small boy is surprised to find a dragon in a cage at the zoo. He wonders why this once powerful, fire breathing creature is lying miserably in a cage. He discovers that it's not just bars that limit freedom. Manga style." 84950 Dragonfly "Golding, Julia" Oxford University Press 2008 9780192727602 7-9 "When the uptight Fourth Crown Princess of the Blue Crescent Islands is sent to marry the uncouth Prince Ramil ac Burinholt, heir to the throne of Gerfal, in order to unite their lands, they are both horrified. They hate each other on sight and their lives have been very different. But, their countries are under threat and the only chance of peace is for them to form an alliance." 1102 "Dragonfly pool, The" "Ibbotson, Eva" Pan MacMillan 2014 9781447265658 7-9 "Twelve-year-old Tally, a thoughtful child, deeply loved by her father and two aunts, attends Delderton, a progressive boarding school. At the cinema, Tally learns about the small country of Bergania, whose King refuses to bend to Hitler's demands. So, when Delderton is invited to Bergania, Tally insists they attend. In Bergania, the children witness the king's assassination and must help young prince Karil escape to safety." 40734 Dragonfly song "Orr, Wendy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290023 5-6 "The firstborn baby daughter of a priestess is cast out and, after raiders kill her adopted family, she is abandoned, anonymous and mute. Called No-Name, the cursed child, she is raised a slave. At twelve, she learns that her real name is Aissa, the dragonfly. Every year, the Bull King takes two young children to brave the bloody bull dances in his royal court. None has ever returned. But, for Aissa, it is the only escape. She is resilient, resourceful and fast but, to survive the bull ring, Aissa will have to learn the mystery of her true nature." Dragonkeeper series "Wilkinson, Carole" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Dragons of Deltora series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12496 Dragons of Galapagos "Whatley, Bruce" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404619 K-2 "The little land dragon of the Galapagos islands risks great danger to lay her eggs inside a volcano. Follow her adventure through lava plains, forests of steam and down steep, rocky slopes and wonder if she will ever find a safe place." 21610 Drake the dragonboy "Schultz, Rebecca" JoJo Publishing 2013 9780987497093 3-4 "Drake Dramco's father, head of Thermodynamics in Dragonland, has invented a shield called a force field to protect the dragonfolk from the terrifying Quintas. When Drake's father is kidnapped, Drake, Juniper, and Ronan fly off to find him. He has been taken to a city across the wasteland through the force field. After exhaustive preparations, the young dragonfolk set out into the unknown." 9138 Drama "Telgemeier, Rania " Graphix 2012 9780545326995 7-9 "Callie loves theatre. But, she can't really sing. Instead, she's the set designer for the drama department's stage crew and, this year, she's determined to create a set worthy of Broadway, on a school budget. But, Callie will need to learn about carpentry, try and sell tickets and help the crew work well together. But, once the actors are chosen, the offstage dramas don't help, and the two cute brothers who enter the picture just make things crazier. Graphic novel." 18375 Draw Aussie animals "Isham, Marion & Steve" Bandicoot Books 2001 9780958653664 5-6 An interesting way to learn about Australian animals... by learning how to draw them. 18123 Draw buildings and cityscapes "Schwarz, Hans" A & C Black 2004 9780713669718 7-9 "This book offers an exciting and interesting approach to drawing buildings and cityscapes. It includes detailed, step-by-step instructions and useful advice on composition and drawing techniques." 18124 Draw wild animals "Brown, David" A & C Black 2005 9780713669640 7-9 Specialist instruction book that will appeal to students interested in art and drawing. Step-by-step instructions and examples included. 17497 Drawing together "Thebo, Mimi & Meserve, Jessica (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844281176 K-2 "Lucy, Jack and Ibrahim start school together but everyone else has a best friend. It is not easy for three people to all be best friends." 4514 Drawn onward "McKinlay, Meg and Frazer, Andrew (ill)" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164848 5-6 "From the masterful pen of multi-award-winning Meg McKinlay and dynamic new illustrator Andrew Frazer, Drawn Onward explores shifting perspectives and the inner voice. The text is a palindrome that takes readers from the glass half empty - 'There is no light on the horizon and it is foolish to think you can change anything at all' - to the glass half full- 'You can change anything at all. It is foolish to think there is no light on the horizon.' " 12269 Dreadful David "Odgers, Sally Farrell" Scholastic Australia 1984 9780949641144 K-2 There seems no end to the trouble little David gets into when he visits his grandmother. 4625 "Dreadful fluff, The" "Blabey, Aaron" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670075997 K-2 Serenity's life was perfect. Bu then she discovered something perfectly awful... the DREADFUL FLUFF! 17612 Dream land "Hyde, Lily" Walker Books 2008 9781406307658 7-9 "All her life, Safina's parents have dreamed of returning to Grandpa's native village in Crimea. But, exchanging their sunny Uzbekistan house for a squalid camp is more like a nightmare for twelve year old Safi. She wonders whether this strange land can ever become home. A compelling story about the Crimean Tatars' struggle to reclaim the land from which they were exiled in the Second World War." 9560 "Dream of bunyips dancing, A" "Hurst, Elise" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403360 3-4 LuLu wants to see the legendary bunyips and her quest takes her to the creek at the end of her garden. But she doesn't know what bunyips look like. 112 "Dream of seas, A" "Norman, Lilith" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1995 9780091830212 5-6 "Set in Bondi, a boy moves from the country to the city following the death of his father." 21653 "Dream of the thylacine, The" "Wild, Margaret & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742373836 5-6 "The last of the thylacine, or Tasmanian Tigers, died in Hobart Zoo in the late 1930s. With actual images of this animal incorporated within the text and landscapes, you can almost feel its anguished cry for freedom. The verse is powerful and succinct urging a respect for what is no more. " 4308 "Dream walker, The" "Carless, Victoria" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734417473 7-9 " A wonderful work of magical realism from a debut Australian Author. The Dream Walker is the story of Lucy, 16 years old and desperate to escape her life in her small impoverished fishing village. But the year ahead will change not only Lucy but reshape her entire world. Framed by the stunning Northern Queensland setting this magical tale, equally sad and optimistic, with remarkably believable characters is a joy to read and a book that is difficult to forget. Contains mature themes, usually read by student in Years 9,10 or above." 3937 Dreamers "Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Morgan, Sally (ill)" Fremantle Press 2015 9781922089700 K-2 We are the dream and the dreamers; the song spinners and the rainbow dancers. Use your imagination. 2984 "Dreaming tree, The" "Oliver, Jo" New Frontier Publishing 2016 9781925059489 3-4 "Through free-verse and rhyming poems, celebrate the joy and freedom of being a child in the Australian landscape." 9455 "Dreaming, The" "Yavu-Kama-Harathunian, Cheri" Aboriginal Nations 1997 9780646327631 3-4 "Through these stories of the Dreaming, we learn the best way to act in certain situations and what can happen if we don't." 2933 Dreams of freedom Amnesty International & various Frances Lincoln 2015 9781847804532 5-6 "Quotations by seventeen eminent people explore the many different aspects of freedom. The freedom to have an education, the freedom not to be hurt or tortured, the freedom to have a home and the freedom to be yourself." 15308 Dreamstone "Smith, Helene" Fremantle Press 2005 9781920731632 3-4 "Lucy is unhappy on her first holiday with her dad since her parents split up. When a strange being called Sharni comes from outer space, Lucy's dreams come true." 14686 Dreamtime at the 'G "Hayes, Alinta & Nelson, Andrew" Indij Readers 2007 9780975686195 7-9 "A Year 8 student and a Year 10 student meet with Aboriginal AFL players at the Melbourne Cricket Ground to interview them about their profession as elite footballers. Topics include training, racism in sport, rewards and coaching." 5978 Dreamwalker "Carmody, Isobelle & Woolman, Steven (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734403902 7-9 "Ken's ambition was to be a comic-book artist using lifelike drawings and real stories. When he wakes from a dream, one of his characters claims to have imagined him. Ken must find who is the dreamer and who was the dream. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18423 Drift house: the first voyage "Peck, Dale" Bloomsbury 2005 9780747580355 5-6 Susan and her two younger brothers go to stay with their eccentric uncle on a remote Canadian lake. His house turns out to be a ship and they embark on a voyage across the Sea of Time to stop diabolical Queen Octavia and her plan to banish time. 12358 "Drop kick, The" "Wickes, Annette" Omnibus Books 2003 9781862915152 5-6 The members of Duncan's family are sports mad and have heaps of trophies. Duncan is the odd one out and not good at any sport. Duncan's Dad says he can have a pet of his own if he kicks the winning goal for the football team. 35460 Dropping In "Havel, Geoff " Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162219 5-6 "Sticks and Ranga live on the same street, go to the same school and love skateboarding and PlayStation. When new kid James arrives in his wheelchair, Sticks isn't sure they can be friends. But, Sticks quickly discovers that while Cerebral palsy stops James from doing some things, it hasn't dulled his sense of humour, and he's pretty brainy, too. The one thing James can't do is skateboarding. But, a beat-up old couch, a couple of skateboards and a steep hill might solve the problem." 22985 Drought "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743817599 5-6 "I remember when rain stopped, When day by day the water dropped, All across a sun-bleached land, Drought spread its withered, deadly hand. " 5554 "Drowned maiden's hair, A" "Schlitz, Laura Amy" Candlewick Press 2008 9780763638122 7-9 "When fiery Maud Mary Flynn is adopted, she leaves Barbary Asylum with high hopes of being cherished. Little does she know that the sisters who have adopted her require her for their family business, a shadowy extortion racket of the early 19th century that uses spiritualism to fleece the susceptible and tragic. Into this web stumbles Mrs Lambert, grieving mother of a drowned child." 12072 Duck "Watts, Barrie" Franklin Watts 2002 9780749644307 K-2 "With photographs and simple text, this book traces the life cycle of the duck, showing its growth and development from when it is an egg until it is old enough to mate and produce offspring." 2183 "Duck and the Darklings, The" "Millard, Glenda & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743312612 5-6 Grandpapa's eyes shine brightly when he remembers the beauty of the world. Now they all live underground and Peterboy wants to find something to bring the light back and keep it there. What he finds is an injured duck. 12429 "Duck catcher, The" "Aaron. Moses (reteller) & Mackintosh, David (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733412882 K-2 "Gombei catches only one duck a day because that's all the food he needs. When the days turn cold, Gombei decides that if he can catch a hundred ducks, he won't have to work all winter. But, Gombei walks into a trap." 8357 Duck for a day "McKinlay, Meg & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921529283 3-4 "Abby's class has a duck named Max who waddles and quacks and makes your feet all warm with his feathery breathing. A duck you might get to take home, just overnight, if you can make everything absolutely perfect. Abby can do it. She is sure she can. The problem is, everyone else wants to take Max home, too." 1536 Duck for cover "Jennings, Paul, Greenwood, Ted & Denton, Terry (ill)" Penguin 1996 9780140346077 5-6 A large-format joke book with a couple of levels of interpretation so readers will find something new with each reading. 3994 Duck gets a job "Ross, Sonny" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760405359 3-4 "My name is Duck and I would like a job. My friends work in the city and never stop talking about it. So, any job please. Yours sincerely, Duck." 55512 "Duck in the gun, The" "Cowley, Joy & Belton, Robyn (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921150838 5-6 "The general and his men are about to fire on a town they are at war with. But, the Gunner has bad news for the General. They can't load the gun because a duck is nesting inside it." 31131 Duck! "McKinlay, Meg & Eckstrom, Nathaniel" Walker Books 2018 9781925381535 K-2 It was a quiet afternoon on the farm until...DUCK! 2829 Duck's stuck "Mewburn, Kyle" Scholastic New Zealand 2008 9781869438265 3-4 Greedy duck sticks his head where he shouldn't and it gets stuck. Now his only hope is that rat can get him out. A cautionary tale. 18821 "Duck, death and the tulip" "Eribuch, Wolf" Gecko Press 2007 9781877467172 7-9 A duck strikes up an unusual and unlikely friendship with Death. "Duck, Duck, Porcupine series" "Yoon, Salina" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7876 "Duckling gets a cookie, The " "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2012 9781423151289 K-2 "An adorable little duckling gets a cookie just by asking politely. Politely reminds the duckling, but the Pigeon is already off on an hilarious rant about all the things he asks for, ending with the all-too-familiar refrain, 'it's not fair'." 9501 Ducks and other birds "Morgan, Sally" Thameside Press 2001 9781930643444 3-4 "The life span, mating behaviour, diet and self defence of ducks, and other birds, with amazing facts, relevant definitions and key terms included." 5334 Ducks don't wear socks "Nedwidek, John & White, Lee (ill)" Viking UK 2008 9780670061365 K-2 "Emily is a serious, little girl. She thinks that a duck wearing socks is no laughing matter. When Emily tries to explain this to Duck, he just won't listen as he continues to wear more and more outlandish outfits. Perhaps, Emily is smiling just a little bit." 9576 "Dugong meadow, The" "Mairou, Naomi" Trapdoor Press 2002 9780958098205 3-4 The tranquil seagrass meadow seems a safe place for gentle Dugong and his aquatic undersea friends to play until one day a trawler with its scoop net appears. 571297 "Duke of hinklewinkle, The" "Phillip, John" Big Sky Publishing 2018 9781925675153 K-2 "Bridget lives in the sleepy, seaside town of Hinklewinkle. She spends a lot of time with her Grandpa. Her mother often has to work late and her father lives in another town. Luckily, her caring Grandpa is always close at hand to help out. Grandpa breeds show chickens and Bridget loves to help out. One day when Bridget is feeling a little lonely, Grandpa decides to let Bridget pick a chicken of her own. Far from picking the most beautiful chicken, she picks a strange looking roster she names the 'Duke of Hinklewinkle'. The two become inseparable. When Grandpa's cranky old neighbour, Mr Borewater's chickens are under threat, The Duke of Hinklewinkle surprises everyone. " 1539 Dulcie and Dud and the really cool club "Martin, Carol Ann & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862915121 3-4 "When stuck-up Portia Pratt starts a club and doesn't invite Dulcie and Doug to join, they decide to start one of their own. But, sometimes, trying to do really cool things can backfire." Dummies Junior series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1542 Dunbi the owl "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Utemorrah, Daisy (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046266 3-4 "Based on the story told by Daisy Utemorrah of the Worora people to children living in Derby, Western Australia. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. Dunbi the owl is discovered in a tree by some children who soon learn the consequences of mistreating him." 4517 Dungzilla "Foley, James" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164831 3-4 "Sally Tinker is pretty smart. She is not even twelve and she has created a machine that can both shrink and enlarge practically anything. Unfortunately, she has enlarged a dung beetle to a monstrous size and it is threatening to crush the whole town in a giant dung ball! Luckily her best friend is probably the worlds best biologist under the age of twelve and together they just might have a chance of stopping the beetle and saving the town." 926 Dust "Bongers, Christine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664461 7-9 "Cecilia grew up on a farm, with her six brothers, in rural Queensland. She despised her neighbours, the Kapernicky girls. When Cecilia returns as an adult, secrets which were deeply buried come to the surface. Contains adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 130954 Dust "Thompson, Colin & various illustrators" ABC Books 2007 9780733320736 7-9 "Shows the reality and horror of children dying of starvation. Fourteen artists focus on different aspects of the suffering, deprivation and starkness of the life and death of a starving child. Proceeds go to 'Save the Children'." 1549 Each beach "Rubinstein, Gillian" Box Press 1998 9781876233051 3-4 "Eccentric and lovable characters search for the best ice cream, with funny tongue twisting rhymes." 9613 Each peach pear plum "Ahlberg, Allan & Janet" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1989 9780140509199 K-2 Many well-known nursery characters are hiding in the pictures and a poem on each page gives a clue as to who or what is in the picture on the opposite page. Eager series "Fox, Helen" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7466 "Eagle in the snow, An" "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780008134174 5-6 "Barney's home in Coventry has been bombed along with most of the other houses in the street so he and his mother are on a train to Cornwall. But even a train is not safe as it comes under fire by a couple of Messerschmitt aircraft, only just escaping destruction in a tunnel. Barney's fear of the dark is gradually eased when a stranger begins a story as they wait for the all clear. And what a story it is. A young soldier in World War 1 became the most decorated Private of that war due to his bravery, loyalty and mateship. But one of his actions, at the time seen to be the right thing to do, turned out to have some terrible consequences. It is up to him to make things right." 5202 "Eagle inside, The" "Manning Bancroft, Jack & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Little Hare Books 2015 9781742974699 K-2 "Jimmy, the honeyeater, is the smallest bird at flying school. Surrounded by big, tough birds, Jimmy feels different in every way and is certain he will never fit in. Cockatoo bullies him and tells him he can't succeed. But, with Eagle's help, Jimmy discovers that being different can also be a strength." 29073 Eagle of the east "Lawrence, L S" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862917071 7-9 "Ardavan is a young Parthian soldier whose mother was a Roman. After the disastrous Battle of Carrhae, many Roman soldiers lie dead on the battlefield and the survivors must serve Parthia as mercenaries. Able to communicate with both sides, Ardavan is raised to a special position where he and the beautiful Shara must survive in a world of intrigue and plots. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 113 "Eagle of the Ninth, The" "Sutcliff, Rosemary" Oxford University Press 2000 9780192750457 7-9 "A young officer in Roman Britain sets off to discover what happened to the Ninth Legion, a legion that disappeared in the mists." 1147 "Eagle, crow and emu" "Milroy, Gladys & Milroy, Jill (ill)" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925163711 3-4 "Three stories, mostly about about birds. Birds who can't fly and snakes who can. Mistakes to be made and problems to be solved. Great enemies and even greater friends." 5793 Early learning guide to Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre "Medina, Melissa & Colting, Fredrik & Andronic (ill)" Moppet Books 2017 9780998820507 K-2 "Orphans, attic ghosts and afternoon tea all come together in our illustrated learning guide to Jane Eyre. As we follow our heroine, Jane, from childhood to womanhood, we see her brilliance shine as she learns how to love and be loved. Fantastically illustrated, we also explore the life of author, Charlotte Bronte, and the Victorian era in which this classic love story is set. More than picture books, our educational learning guides offer an interactive story time for adult literature fans and their children, or as we like to call them future lit fans." 5772 Early learning guide to Homer's The Odyssey "Colting, Fredrik & Medina, Melissa & Yun, Yeji (ill)" Moppet Books 2018 9780998820514 K-2 "Come with us on an epic journey through ancient Greek mythology, where one-eyed giants and 6-headed sea monsters are only some of the obstacles our hero, Odysseus, has to overcome. With our beautifully illustrated story summary and analysis, you and your child can experience the greatest adventure story ever written, and even learn a bit about the legendary storyteller, Homer. More than picture books, our educational learning guides offer an interactive story time for adult literature fans and their children, or as we like to call them future lit fans." 5791 Early learning guide to Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice "Medina, Melissa & Colting, Fredrik & Yice, Lett (ill)" Moppet Books 2017 9780997714555 K-2 "There's a ball at Netherfield and you are invited! Join Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy as they dance through, not only the great ball room, but this illustrated learning guide to Jane Austen's most famous novel. With our simplified, kid-friendly summary and analysis this fanciful piece of classic literature will delight both children and parents. More than picture books, our educational learning guides offer an interactive story time for adult literature fans and their children, or as we like to call them future lit fans." 4945 Earth to Daniel "Rees, Gwyneth" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408883013 5-6 "I felt like a visitor from another planet instead of a normal human being who actually belonged on planet Earth. Daniel has moved and has to start at a new school. And to make matters worse, his mum is his new school principal! As if things are not bad enough, when his dad goes overseas, his mum starts to act really strange and does some really embarrassing things. Daniel wonders if this has anything to do with an illness that she had a long time ago. His mum needs help and it looks like Daniel has to be the one to save her. " 9276 Earthfasts "Mayne, William" Hodder & Stoughton 1995 9780340653272 5-6 Time travel and adventure intersect in this initial volume of the trilogy of the same name. "Earthsea series, The" "Le Guin, Ursula" 7-9 "Beautifully written series, with complex and intricate plots in a plausible fantasy world. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 1551 Earthsong "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 1997 9780140380026 7-9 "The earth appears safe again and must be recolonised but strange relationships have evolved and our futuristic Adam and Eve face many new dangers. Their computerised companions are wonderful. inspiring, resourceful and very funny." 9494 Earthworms "Llewellyn, Claire & Watts, Barrie" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9780531146514 3-4 "One of the Minibeasts series, describing the physical characteristics, behaviour and habitat of the earthworm." 7725 "Eat the sky, drink the ocean" "Murray, Kirsty (ed) & Dhar, Payal (ed) & Anita Roy (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743319789 7-9 "A collection of science fiction and fantasy writing, including six graphic stories, showcasing twenty exciting writers and artists from India and Australia. Dive into these stories and see how girls cope with the dangers of worlds gone mad. Every story is a journey and each story has its own magic. Includes some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 24953 Eat your dinner "Miller, Virginia" Walker Books 2008 9781406311860 K-2 "Bartholomew is less than pleased with his dinner. When he is told to eat up, he says the one word he knows, with emphatic insistence. But, when big George proceeds to polish off his own dinner which is then followed by something delicious, Ba has second thoughts." 12015 Eating things on sticks "Fine, Anne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9780385616027 5-6 "Harry has burned down the house by mistake. He is saved from having to stay at Aunt Susan's because he can blackmail his Uncle Tristram over the cat incident. So, they are off on holidays with the very comely Morning Glory on her strange island home where Harry will very much be the gooseberry, and a trouble-making one at that, and they will start by eating nettle pancakes and end up eating things on sticks." 24966 Ebi's boat "Saxby, Claire & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2006 9781921136955 3-4 "Ebi has a passion for boats and builds a fantasy world around them. When he meets an old, ex-sailor who lives next door, the two share Ebi's fantasy world in a host of imaginary ways." 15310 Echidna "Pyers, Greg" Echidna Books 2002 9781740707756 5-6 Interesting facts about the unusual life of Australia's echidna. Excellent diagrams and photographs show the different stages of development. Includes a fact file and glossary of terms. 12250 "Echidna and the shade tree, The" "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Green, Mona (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046228 K-2 "based on a story of the jaru people. In the dreaming, there was a shade tree in the middle of the desert. The animals went hunting for themselves and their babies but they only gave the echidna the scraps. When he gets angry and attacks the shade tree, the other animals must do something." Eddie Dickens series "Ardagh, Philip" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4106 Eddie Frogbert "deGennaro, Sue" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760276782 K-2 Eddie Frogbert is not the biggest or the bravest frog in the pond. Eddie leaves the hippity hop to the other frogs. Until the diving competition arrives.... 1558 Eddy and the demon bowler "Carroll, Jane" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914513 3-4 "Eddy hates playing cricket and he will do anything to get out of it. When there is a game of cricket coming up, he tries all sorts of things with hilarious results." Edgar & Ellen series "Ogden, Charles" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 4543 Edie Amelia and the monkey shoe mystery "Lee, Sophie & Oxlade, Jonathon (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2009 9780330424189 3-4 "Edie Amelia Sparks is a neat girl with very messy parents. While checking that her party outfit for her ninth birthday is in order, she discovers that one of her most treasured possessions is missing. As Edie Amelia sets out to solve the mystery, there is lots of fun as she chases a trail that involves her father, a piece of purple paper, a shadowy tall man, exotic settings and lots of food." 28237 Edie Amelia and the Runcible River fever "Lee, Sophie & Oxlade, Jonathon (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2011 9780330425940 3-4 "A mysterious illness, with very strange symptoms, is spreading through Runcible, throwing the townsfolk into a panic. Edie Amelia Sparks, nine year old detective extraordinaire, sets out to investigate. With her new best friend, Cheesy Chompster, and Mr Pants, her French bulldog, Edie begins the hunt for a cure and encounters some rather unusual things along the way." Edsel Grizzler series "Roy, James" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9228 "Education of Little Tree, The" "Carter, Forrest" Vintage/Ebury (Random House) 2000 9780712672696 7-9 A classic story set in the 1930s about an orphaned boy who goes to live with his Cherokee grandparents in the mountains of Tennessee. His education is not formal but an ancient native wisdom and way of life. 12134 Edward and Edwina emu "Knowles, Sheena & Clement, Rod (ill)" Cornstalk Publications 2002 9780732277208 K-2 Edward and Edwina emu are the proud parents of ten chicks in this story told in rhyming text. 12133 Edward the emu "Knowles, Sheena & Clement, Rod (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1993 9780207183287 K-2 "Edward is bored being an emu and wants to be noticed by the visitors to the zoo. In his quest for attention, Edward imitates the other animals." 2439 Edwardo: the horriblest boy in the whole wide world "Burningham, John" Red Fox 2007 9780099480136 K-2 "Edwardo just gets worse and worse until he lives up to everyone's expectations and becomes the horriblest boy in the whole world. When someone starts believing in Edwardo, unexpected things begin to happen." 12135 Edwina the emu "Knowles, Sheena & Clement, Rod (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1996 9780207189142 K-2 "Edwina, the emu, tries to find a job while Edward sits on the eggs." 22471 Edwina: the dinosaur who didn't know she was extinct "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2006 9781406312294 3-4 "Edwina is anything but extinct, just ask those people who enjoy her choc-chip cookies. But, Reginald Von Hoobie-Doobie thinks it is time everyone, including Edwina, learnt how extinct dinosaurs are." 4284 Egg "Henkes, Kevin" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780062408723 K-2 Four eggs. One big surprise! 5205 Egg and spoon "Maguire, Gregory" Candlewick Press 2014 9780763672201 7-9 "Elena Rudina lives with her dying mother in the impoverished Russian countryside. One day, a train arrives carrying untold wealth, a cornucopia of food, and Ekaterina, a girl of Elena's age. When the two girls' lives collide, an adventure begins that includes mistaken identity, a monk locked in a tower, a prince travelling incognito and a wise-cracking Baba Yaga, a witch who lives in a house perched on chicken legs." 12387 Egg drop "Grey, Mini" Jonathan Cape 2002 9780099432036 5-6 "A quirky story about a young, independent egg who wants to fly. The egg doesn't want to wait or listen to advice." 15630 "Egg is quiet, An" "Aston, Dianna & Long, Sylvia" Chronicle Books 2006 9780811844284 3-4 "A beautifully illustrated, sophisticated and fascinating look at all sorts of eggs. American spelling and imperial measurement do not detract from the attractiveness of language, ideas and pictures." 16131 "Egg, The" "Robertson, M P" Frances Lincoln 2007 9781845077990 K-2 A friendly dragon appears from a very large egg hatched by George's mother's favourite chicken. The dragon thinks George is its mother and George takes on the role of teaching the infant suitable 'dragonly' ways. Eventually the dragon is lonely and needs to be with its own kind. 5312 Egghead "Scott, Clare" Walker Books 2008 9781921150814 5-6 Paddy is excited when his teacher announces a week-long experiment. He imagines an awesome experiment with interesting potions and eruptions. Too bad the experiment is not what it's cracked up to be. 9338 Eglantine: a ghost story "Jinks, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741146585 7-9 "Allie and her family move into a new home. The last thing they expect is an unwanted guest. But Bethan's room seems to be inhabited by a ghost who writes on the walls. Layers of paint, experts on psychic phenomena and Feng Shui don't help." 30304 Egyptian diary: journal of a young scribe "Platt, Richard & Parkins, David (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406330625 3-4 "The year is 1465 BC and Nakht's family is moving from their village to Memphis, where his father has just become an important scribe. With Nakht, we explore this bustling Egyptian city, visiting the craftsmen's workshops and the shipyards, watching a burial ritual, and learning how the land is farmed, and how houses are built. Most thrilling of all, he witnesses a tomb robbery in the pyramids and meets the King of Egypt." 25232 Eight "Lee, Lyn & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Omnibus Books 2006 9781862914568 K-2 "Timmy's favourite toy is Eight, the octopus. They go everywhere together until, one day, Eight is left in the park. Timmy wonders if he will ever see his friend again." 21660 Eight keys "LaFleur, Suzanne" Penguin 2011 9780141342030 7-9 "Elise's life takes a turn for the worse. She's bullied at school and now feels embarrassed by her best friend, Franklin, who's decidedly uncool, and she's struggling to cope with new arrivals in her home. Elise receives a mysterious key left for her by her father. A key that unlocks one of the eight doors upstairs in the barn. As Elise begins to unlock her past, she starts to realise that she can take control of her future." 114 "Eighteenth emergency, The" "Byars, Betsy" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780099408673 5-6 "Mouse and Ezzie have concocted seventeen hilarious emergency procedures for coping with life's dramas, but they are not prepared for the eighteenth emergency." EJ12 girl hero and EJ spy school series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7320 Eleanor and Park "Rowell, Rainbow" Orion 2014 9781409157250 7-9 "Eleanor is new in town. And she stands out instead of fitting in, with her mismatched clothes, her wild red hair and her chaotic home life. The day she sits in the seat next to Park on the bus, impossibly cool Park, she starts to learn what it means to fall in love. Set over the course of one school year, Eleanor and Park fall in love thanks to late-night conversations and a stack of mix tapes. They have nothing and everything to lose. They are more real than any other character you will ever meet. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 115 "Eleanor, Elizabeth" "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1998 9780141303024 5-6 Eleanor finds her grandmother's diary in the old schoolhouse where she did her lessons. Elephant & Piggie series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5280 "Elephant in the garden, An" "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007339563 5-6 "It's 1944 and Elizabeth's father is fighting with the German army on the eastern front. In Dresden, Elizabeth, Karli and their mother are fleeing the city as the allied bombs fall. They face a torturous journey through a perilous, snow-covered landscape to reach the safety of the west. It would be hard enough, without an elephant in tow." 9961 Elephant man "Di Fiore, Mariangela & Hodnefjeld, Hilde (ill) & Hedger, Rosie (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760292201 5-6 "Joseph doesn't look like other people. His skin is thick and lumpy, his limbs are oddly shaped, and his head has a big, bony lump. People call him Elephant Man and scream in terror when they see him. But, inside, Joseph longs for a friend to understand him. Based on the famous, true story of Joseph Merrick." 22102 Elephant mountain "Brian, Janeen & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303282 5-6 "Kasem is thrilled when he is given responsibility for baby elephant, Pooky, and promises the elephant that he will always look after him. Kasem has to remember many important things and wonders whether he will be able to keep his promise to Pooky." 35610 "Elephant, The" "Carnavas, Peter" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259616 3-4 "Olive's father has a sadness so big that she imagines it as an enormous elephant following him around. Every day Olive sees the elephant, and every day she wishes it would go. With the help of Grandad and her best friend, Arthur, Olive sets out to chase the elephant away. " 7557 Elephants have wings "Gervay, Susanne & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Flying Elephants Media 2014 9781925000399 3-4 "Nestled in the wings of a mystical, white elephant, two children embark on a great journey of discovery. They fly across the universe, seeing its beauty then conflict, to discover there is a pathway to the humanity in all of us. The parable of the blind men and the elephant is told in Buddhism, Sufism, Hinduism, Jainism and studied in philosophy universally." 12838 "Elephants' big day out, The" "Hurst, Elise" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405500 K-2 "Late one night, under the eye of the moon, three little elephants who crave adventure escape from their cage in the zoo. They have so much fun, it is doubtful they will ever return to the zoo." 1573 "Eleventh sheep, The" "Mewburn, Kyle & Richards, Claire (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741691337 K-2 Sian counts sheep to fall asleep. A quaint story that looks simply but whimsically at selflessness and belonging. 3502 Elfrida "Fall, Klara & Stollinger, Heide (ill)" Gecko Press 2006 9780958259835 K-2 "Elfrida the sheep is bored with her style, so the shearer gives her a new clip and colour, which soon catches on." 29754 Eli the good "House, Silas" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763652883 7-9 "For ten year old Eli Book, the summer of 1976 threatens to tear his family apart. There's his distant mother, his traumatised Vietnam vet dad, his rebellious sister, his anti-war protesting aunt, and his tough, yet troubled, best friend, Edie. As tempers flare and his father's nightmares rage, Eli watches from the sidelines. But, soon, even he cannot escape the current of conflict." 60125 "Elite, The" "Cass, Kiera" HarperCollins US 2013 9780007466702 7-9 "America is the strong competition for Maxon's heart, to leave her life and live the world of luxury as a One. But the violence of the rebels and her feelings for an ex-boyfriend means nothing is a certainty. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 9409 "Eliza, Eliza, the biography of Eliza Winstanley" "Irvine, Nance" Mulini Press 1997 9780949910721 5-6 "Told through words and illustrations, the story of Australia's first leading lady and the first Australian actress to gain overseas success." 11696 Elizabeth and Zenobia "Miller, Jessica" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925355031 5-6 "Timid Elizabeth and her unusual, fearless friend, Zenobia, arrive at Witheringe House, the old manor where Elizabeth's father and his beloved sister, Tourmaline, lived as children. Peculiar things begin to happen, especially in the forbidden East Wing. Sometimes, the flowers and vines of the wallpaper seem to be alive. A mirror has a surface like the water of a pond and an old book tells a different story after midnight. Zenobia is thrilled by the strangeness but Elizabeth is not so bold. Until she makes a mysterious and terrifying discovery." Ella and Olivia series NEW 2019 Various K-2 "Meet Ella and Olivia. Big sister. Little sister. Best friends. Ella is seven years old. Olivia is five-and-a-half years old. They live with their mum and dad and little brother Max. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 23086 Ella and Olivia: Best friends stories "Poshoglian, Yvette & McDonald, Danielle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760156077 K-2 "Follow Ella and Olivia in six all-new stories as they get ready for a big talent show, have a very messy pet party, learn to ice-skate and lots more! The best adventures are the ones you have with your best friends." Ella diaries series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1580 Ella enchanted "Levine, Gail Carson" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780007171682 5-6 "Ella is given a blessing at birth, the gift of obedience, by a very stupid fairy. It proves to be a mixed blessing for Ella who literally has to do what anyone, and everyone tells her." 18573 Ella Kazoo will not brush her hair "Fox, Lee & Wilcox, Cathy (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408563 K-2 Ella Kazoo simply refuses to brush her hair and it soon develops a mind of its own. Her hair grows so big and so wild that it has a bird's nest on top. Ella has to prove she has what it takes to change a bad hair day into a good situation. 71093 Ella Kazoo will not go to sleep "Fox, Lee & Wilcox, Cathy (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2011 9780734411419 K-2 "As the Kazoo household settles down for the night, Ella is wide awake and ready for adventure. She begs for a drink, another bedtime story and chats to her teddy. But, when Ella finally captures the pirate ship, Dread, she discovers something rather surprising about the fearsome Captain Shut-eye and his pirates." 18513 Ella mental and the good sense guide "Deckers, Amber" Orchard Books 2005 9781843627272 7-9 "Ella is very good at providing advice to her friends. But, when her group begins to fall apart, Ella discovers that perhaps she is not as 'together' as she thought. Contains minor references to smoking and alcohol. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5596 Ella who? "Ashman, Linda & Sanchez, Sara (ill)" Sterling Publishing Co 2017 9781454919049 K-2 "It is moving day and look who slipped in the door, an elephant! But when a little girl tries to tell her family about their unusual guest, the distracted grown ups just say, Ella WHO? Even as children giggle at the girl's adventures with the smallish pachyderm, and at the fun, recurring refrain, they will relate to the poignant theme about making and sometimes letting go of new friends." 15181 Ella's big chance "Hughes, Shirley" Red Fox 2005 9780099433095 5-6 An updated version of Cinderella with a surprise ending. 116 Elli: coming of age in the Holocaust "Jackson, Livia Bitton" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1983 9780812963274 7-9 "Ellie's recount of harrowing experiences in a concentration camp. Taken at thirteen years of age, from her beautiful home and imprisoned in Auschwitz and Dachau as part of Hitler's final solution, she emerges a year later, looking like a sixty year old. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 22704 "Ellie, engineer" "Pearce, Jackson" Bloomsbury 2018 9781681195193 3-4 "Ellie wants to be an engineer when she is older. She has her own workshop, tool belt and notepad for keeping track of her sketches and completed projects. Her best friend Kit has a birthday approaching and Ellie always engineers and builds Kit's gifts. So this year Ellie decides to build a really special project as a gift." Ellyse Perry series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Elmer series "McKee, David" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18682 Elsewhere "Zevin, Gabrielle" "Farrar, Straus and Giroux" 2005 9780374320911 7-9 "Killed in an accident, 15 year old Liz is sent to Elsewhere. She struggles to understand what has happened and how family and friends continue without her. But, in Elsewhere, Liz meets the grandmother she never knew, makes friends and falls in love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 14445 Elvis and his pelvis "Cox, Michael & Reeve, Philip (ill)" Scholastic UK 2001 9780439997560 7-9 "Not quite the full life story of Elvis Presley, told in chronological order and with humour, including some of his 'lost diary'." 15336 Elvis Presley: the king of rock 'n' roll "Gogerly, Liz" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750244947 7-9 "With great photos and information, this book tells of the journey of a shy country boy who became the undisputed king of rock 'n' roll." Embassy Row series "Carter, Ally" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 571293 Emerald the green turtle's tale "Darlison, Aleesah" Wild Eyed Press 2018 9780648161103 3-4 "Emerald the Green Turtle hatches from her egg and, with her many sisters, makes her perilous journey to the beckoning sea. An Endangered Species Wildlife Book. " 7856 Emil and the detectives "Kastner, Erich" Arrow / Random House 2001 9780099413127 5-6 "When Emil's money goes missing on the train to Berlin, his determination to get it back leads him to team up with the local detectives." 11011 Emilio: through my eyes "Masson, Sophie & White, Lyn (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743312476 5-6 "For Emilio Garcia Lopez, it's an ordinary school day in Mexico City. But, when his police-officer cousin arrives, flanked by a tall man in the uniform of the Federal Police, Emilio's long nightmare begins. Emilio's mother has been kidnapped in broad daylight by unidentified criminals, who appear to know a great deal about her business and who have mistaken her for a wealthy businesswoman." 25612 Emily and Alfie "Hooper, Meredith" Hachette Children's Books 2006 9780733621819 K-2 Emily and Alfie are two young penguins. They venture into an ice cave against their father's advice and nearly lose their lives. 893 Emily and the big bad bunyip "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780732286927 3-4 "It's Christmas day in Shaggy Gully. The kangaroos are bouncy, the echidnas are prickly and the bats and possums are just hanging about. Only the bunyip is gloomy and Emily Emu is determined to make him smile for Christmas." 50338 Emily Brown and the Thing "Cowell, Cressida & Layton, Neal (ill)" Orchard Books 2007 9781846166945 K-2 "Emily Brown and her old grey rabbit, Stanley, are trying to sleep but a noise is keeping them awake. When they find the Thing crying on the windowsill, Emily and Stanley begin trying to find out what he needs for a happy night's sleep." 43237 Emily eases her wheezes "Roe, Katrina & Hedstrom, Leigh (ill)" Wombat Books 2014 9781925139129 K-2 "Emily feels frustrated when asthma stops her playing with friends. She wants to whiz around the park on her scooter and bounce on her trampoline. Instead, she has to stay inside on cold or windy days. Emily's friends help her find a way to ease her wheezes." Emily Eyefinger series "Ball, Duncan" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1591 Emily loves to bounce "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865042749 K-2 "Emily is full of life and full of smiles. But most of all, she's full of bounce, on her head, on her toes, on her bottom. Skipping bounces, springing bounces, singing bounces. Wherever she may be, you can be sure she's in the air." 9638 Emily's bush Christmas "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732286934 K-2 "It's Christmas Day in Shaggy Gully. The kangaroos are feeling bouncy, the echidnas are being prickly and the possums are just hanging around. Only the Bunyip is gloomy. Dawn and her chorus are playing Christmas carols but Emily Emu can't get a note right. Her musical mishaps float down to the creek, where the grumpy Bunyip lives." 15126 Emily's Rapunzel hair "Matthews, Cecily & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" ABC Books 2005 9780733315237 K-2 Seven stories about childhood experiences. The link is Emily's determination to have 'Rapunzel hair'. 1592 Emma "Austen, Jane" Penguin 2009 9780141192475 7-9 "Beautiful, clever, rich and single, Emma Woodhouse is perfectly content with her life and sees no need for either love or marriage. Nothing, however, delights her more than interfering in the romantic lives of others. But, when she attempts to arrange a suitable match for her protege, Harriet Smith, her carefully laid plans soon unravel and they have consequences that she never expected. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9022 Emo the emu "Wilson,Tony & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742834382 K-2 "Emo the Emu is grumpy about everything. He is the grumpiest Emu in Humpty Doo. One day, he meets Katie the Kangaroo and she takes him on a journey around Australia. Perhaps, this might brighten Emo's mood." 31885 "Emperor's kingdom: penguins on ice, The" "Kirkwood, Roger" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031262 3-4 "Join the Emperor Penguins in Antarctica and experience a year in the life of these amazing creatures. Find out how the baby penguins stay snug and warm on their dads' feet, how they are fed and how the colony huddles together during the freezing winter." 19822 "Emperor's new clothes horse, The" "Wilson, Tony & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742830452 K-2 "The Emperor has won every horse race in the kingdom except the Cristobel Cup. When two brilliant, international trainers claim to have found the fastest racehorse for the Emperor, it seems his wish will finally come true. After all, everyone else agrees too. Well, nearly everyone." 9538 "Emperor's watchmaker, The" "Sissay, Lemn & Newey, Gail (ill)" Bloomsbury 2000 9780747547556 3-4 "A poetry collection that is a curious compilation of regal, traditional and everyday living themes in a wide range of poetry forms." 23413 Empire of the waves: Voyage of the Moon Child "Richardson, Christopher" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780143307549 7-9 "Pel Narine is on the edge of war and Anni Tidechild's world is on the brink of change. Uncertain about her past and fearful of the future, Anni lives a life of evasion, avoiding both her guardian, Wavelord Filip Able, and the voice that calls to her from the sea. When she meets Duck Knifetooth, the new friends are catapulted into unforeseen dangers -pirates, a giant, a mysterious ship and ancient creatures of the deep." 18949 "Empty city, The" "Megarrity, David & Oxlade, Jonathon" Lothian Books 2007 9780734410122 K-2 "A little boy has extraordinary adventures, or does he just imagine them, when he is separated from his mother in the crockery section of the shops." 9442 Empty frame "Pilling, Ann" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780007121540 5-6 "Max, one of the three children spending their holidays with a cousin at The Abbey, hears a woman crying on his first night there. He investigates and discovers that the sixteenth century portrait of Lady Alice is now just an empty frame." 823 Empty fridge "Doremus, Gaetan" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2012 9780987109934 K-2 "Everyone has been so busy, they haven't thought of buying anything to eat. When one neighbour has carrots and discovers another has eggs and cheese, what will other neighbours upstairs be willing to share." 15518 "Emu egg, The" "Thorpe, Sharon & Leffler, David (ill)" Indij Readers 2004 9780975064122 K-2 Searching for emu eggs can be more risky than you'd expect. 11224 Emu's Halloween "Mangan, Anne & Cornish, David (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732298906 K-2 "Emu wants to have a truly terrifying Halloween party but is worried that it will be as scary as a lamington. Luckily, her friends are there to ensure that Emu has the most spooktacular night of the year." 117 "Enchanted island: stories from Shakespeare, The" "Serraillier, Ian" Heinemann 1981 9780435121006 7-9 Excerpts from some of the most well-known Shakespearean plays are compiled in this book. 1598 "Enchanted wood, The" "Blyton, Enid" Egmont Childrens 2002 9780749748005 3-4 "The cousins have many adventures in the strange lands at the top of the magic faraway tree, with all their unusual friends who live in the tree." 9219 "Encyclopaedia of preserved people: pickled, frozen and mummified corpses from around the world, The" "Prior, Natalie Jane" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780375922879 5-6 Descriptions of procedures and items such as Einstein's pickled brain will fascinate older primary readers. 10510 Endangered "Wilkinson, Rick" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865086644 5-6 Looks at endangered animals and what wildlife organisations are doing to increase the animals' chances of survival. 19548 Endgame: The complete training diaries "Frey, James" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007585342 7-9 "Before they were Players. Before the Calling. They trained to be selected as the one to save their ancient bloodline and win Endgame. In this collection of Training Diaries novellas, follow the Twelve (Marcus, Chiyoko, Sarah, Alice, Aisling, Baitsakhan, Jago, An, Shari, Kala, Maccabee and Hilal) through sacrifices and betrayals, broken hearts and broken bones, as they shed their normal lives and transform into the Players they were meant to be." 118 "Endless steppe: growing up in Siberia, The" "Hautzig, Esther" HarperTrophy 1995 9780064405775 7-9 "It is 1942 and Ester and her family are arrested as capitalists by Stalin. For the next five years, they live in exile in the endless wasteland of Siberia." 5403 "Endsister, The" "Russon, Penni" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781741750652 7-9 "Meet the Outhwaite children. There's teenage Else, the violinist who abandons her violin. There's nature-loving Clancy. There's the inseparable twins, Oscar-and-Finn, Finn-and-Oscar. And then there is Sibbi, the baby of the family. They all live contentedly squabbling in a cottage surrounded by trees and possums...until a letter arrives to say they have inherited the old family home in London. Outhwaite House is full of old shadows and new possibilities. The boys quickly find their feet in London, and Else is hoping to reinvent herself. But Sibbi is misbehaving, growing thinner and paler by the day, and she won't stop talking about the mysterious endsister. Meanwhile Almost Annie and Hardly Alice, the resident ghosts, are tied to the house for reasons they have long forgotten, watching the world around them change, but never leaving. The one thing they all agree on - the living and the dead - is never, ever to open the attic door...Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 831 "Enemy, The" "Cali, Davide & Bloch, Serge (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2007 9780958557184 5-6 "There's a war on. We see something that could be a desert, in which there are two holes. In the holes are two soldiers. They are enemies." 7414 Enigma: a magical mystery "Base, Graeme" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780810972452 3-4 "Young Bertie Badger loves to visit his grandpa and friends at the retirement home for elderly magicians. One day, he arrives to find all the magic props have vanished. Bertie will have to solve the mystery before the magic show can start. Maybe you can help him." 7759 Enoch the emu "Winch, Gordon" Childerset Publishers 2006 9780949130044 3-4 "Enoch the emu thinks it will be very easy being a house husband. He is not so sure once his partner, Wilhemina, leaves him to look after the eggs. By the time the story finishes only the joy of fatherhood can make up for his ordeal." 119 Enora and the black crane "Meeks, Arone Raymond" Scholastic Australia 1991 9780868966441 5-6 An aboriginal story that tells of Enora's fascination with the coloured birds of the forest. 1607 "Enormous crocodile, The" "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2002 9780140568226 3-4 "The Enormous Crocodile is incredibly greedy. He plans to guzzle as many children as he can for his lunch. Luckily, he's not very clever and the other animals in the jungle are determined to spoil his wicked schemes." 25919 Eon "Goodman, Alison" Viking Children's 2008 9780670062270 7-9 "Eon has been studying the ancient art of Dragon Magic to become an apprentice to one of the twelve energy dragons of good fortune. But, he has a dark secret, living a dangerous lie for the chance to become a Dragoneye. When Eon is catapulted into the treacherous world of the Imperial court, he makes a powerful enemy, Lord Ido. Some violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 58464 Eona "Goodman, Alison" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2011 9780732284947 7-9 "Once she was Eon, a girl disguised as a boy, risking her life for the chance to become a Dragoneye apprentice. Now she is Eona, thrust into the role of her country's saviour. Eona must find the strength to walk a deadly line between truth and justice, friendship and duty, and, most of all, her feelings for the king and Rat Dragoneye. Some violence and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5159 Erebos "Poznanski, Ursula & Pattinson, Judith (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379531 7-9 "Nick finds himself caught between two worlds, playing a game on the computer that depends on his actions in real life." 130979 Eric and Einstein "Heffernan, John & Snellgrove, Alex (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330423175 3-4 "At home, Eric's parents are always busy and at school, he is always in trouble. When Eric meets Einstein, a genius mouse who has escaped the clutches of a mad scientist, Eric's life begins to turn around. But, the mad scientist is on their trail." 47155 Eric finds a way "Vescio, Robert & Finn, Ann-Marie (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563030 K-2 Eric loves to read. He has a towering bookshelf brimming with stories of strange and wonderful worlds. But if only there was a way to actually get to these magical places. He just can't seem to find the right words and his drawings never look quite right - not like his books at all! Eric just needs to find a way to tell his stories! 15056 Eric the liontamer "Elliot, Rachel & Mayer, Uwe (ill)" Meadowside Children's Books 2004 9781845390228 K-2 Eric collects animals to perform in his circus presentation. The 2004 edition is a waterproof and tear-resistant picture book. 4741 Eric the postie "Shanks, Matt" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743811931 K-2 "Eric had a dream. He knew he could be the best postman ever. There was one big obstacle, he didn't have any mail to deliver. But Eric is not going to let that stop him." Eric Vale series "Bauer, Michael Gerard & Bauer, Joe (ill)" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 12455 Erika's story "Vander Zee, Ruth & Innocenti, Roberto (ill)" Creative Editions 2003 9781568461762 7-9 "A beautiful, haunting picture book portraying the true story of a survivor of the holocaust. In 1944, Erika is thrown by her mother from a cattle train on the way to a concentration camp. She is found by a German woman who risks her life to raise Erika." Ernie & Maud series "Watts, Frances & Watson, Judy (ill)" 3-4 "Humorous series about superheroes and animals. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9566 Ernie dances to the didgeridoo "Lester, Alison" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780618104420 3-4 Ernie is going to live in the Australian Outback for a year. He is going to write a postcard during each season. Lots of lovely pictures and fun. 121 "Ernie Dingo: king of the kids, an Australian story" "Dingo, Sally" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9781740517102 7-9 "The story of Sally Dingo's husband, Ernie, and his mob written for children." 568281 Errol "Zanni, Louise & Bunting, Philip (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742766300 K-2 Errol is a penguin who refuses to come when his mother counts to three. What happens next is a bright and playful adventure. 54045 Escape by sea "Lawrence, L S" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862917699 7-9 "Sara, a strong and resourceful young woman, escapes with her father from Carthage by sea to face the hostile Roman navy and pirates. The naval tactics, medicine and international relations of the third century, and the insights into trades such as jewellery and sword-making, are an exciting backdrop to their perilous voyage and the political intrigue they encounter. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 27079 Escape from kids' club "Gwynne, Phillip " Puffin Australia 2010 9780143305620 5-6 "Max, Lily, Boaz and Jesse are stuck in Kids' Club at an island resort, forced to watch endless Pirates of the Caribbean re-runs while their parents relax by the pool. After eight days, they decide to break out and let the real fun begin." 11607 Escape from the forbidden planet "Grasso, Julie Anne" Cane River Pecan Co 2012 9780987372505 3-4 "Caramel Cinnamon thought the worst day of her life was the day her grandparent's the King and Queen of the Elves of Cardamom went missing. She was wrong. The day she spills sticky toffee syrup onto her father's computer, that's when her worst nightmare begins. Suddenly she finds herself marooned on a forbidden planet by an evil clone, with a very sticky secret." 5781 Escape to Eaglehawk "Farrer, Vashti" "Otto Books, www.vashtifarrer.com" 2002 9780958016407 7-9 "Overseers, superintendents and gaol bullies make the lives of boys transported to Van Diemen's Land in the 1830s miserable, even dangerous. Determined not to be stuck at Point Puer, Sam and Jemmy find plans can so easily go wrong." 1136 eSide "Alexander, Goldie" Five Senses Publications 2013 9781741307740 5-6 "Sam and her mother live in the rear of the Conch Cafe, close to Sam's best friend Melody. The building is owned by greedy witch Hecate who will do everything in her power to own the cafe's Good-Luck-Conch. After Hecate steals the shell and the cafe burns down, the girls have a series of adventures in eSide where they must travel through dangerous digital worlds before they can recover their conch." 1613 Esio Trot "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311333 3-4 "A shy man, Mr Hoppy, wants to win Mrs Silver's affection. He only has courage for polite conversation as she tends her pet tortoise, Alfie, on the balcony below. When he learns that her dearest wish is for Alfie to grow, he hatches a plan." 1754 Esther's rainbow "Kane, Kim & Acton, Sara (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313701 K-2 Esther spies a rainbow under her chair and then it disappears. Where will she find her rainbow next. 10336 Esty's gold "Arrigan, Mary" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845079659 5-6 "The 1840's potato famine in Ireland and the death of her father dramatically change thirteen year old Esty's life. The remaining family members migrate to Australia in the hope of making their fortune. The goldfields, Ballarat and the Eureka Stockade feature in the life of this feisty heroine." 9425 Eureka gold "Farrer, Vashti" "Otto Books, www.vashtifarrer.com" 1996 9780646274706 3-4 "Will and his family head for Ballarat to find gold. They face heat, dust and flies in summer; rain, mud and cold in winter. Along with other diggers and a young man with a strange past, the events of the Eureka Stockade change them forever." 9429 Eureka Stockade "Boardman, Alan & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863887083 3-4 "An historic account of the Eureka Stockade, with humorous illustrations." 1247 Evan's Gallipoli "Greenwood, Kerry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743311356 5-6 "Evan is 14 when his father decides they should deliver some comforting goods to the Allied soldiers. They are ill-prepared for the danger, horrors and hardship they will encounter at war." 46375 "Evangeline, the wish keeper's helper" "Alderson, Maggie & Fletcher, Claire (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670075355 3-4 "Evangeline, the toy elephant, lies under the bed all day, waiting and waiting for something to happen. If only she could be useful somewhere. One morning, a broom sweeps her out onto the bedroom floor." 3042 Eve and Elly "Dumbleton, Mike & Wood, Laura (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780857988515 K-2 "Elly is Eve's toy elephant and her best friend. When Elly goes missing, Eve is the one who is lost. Her dad will do anything to cheer her up so he tells Eve what adventures her toy has been having. Dad's tall tale turns little Elly into a towering hero." 1617 Even bigger whoppers "Simons, Moya" Penguin 2000 9780141308425 3-4 "Natasha, the new girl at school, insists she's a Russian princess. She insists her life is in great danger. Her new friends don't know if this is true or the biggest whopper ever." 14963 Even my ears are smiling "Rosen, Michael & Cole, Babette (ill)" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408802977 3-4 "Have some ear-tickling fun with this modern treasure trove of poetry, featuring classic favourites, some brand new ones and lots of tongue twisters." 65430 "Evening at Alfie's, An" "Hughes, Shirley" Red Fox 2009 9781862307865 K-2 "Mum and Dad have gone out and Maureen is looking after Alfie and his little sister, Annie Rose. All is quiet until Alfie hears drip, drip, drip. It's raining inside and the drip becomes a downpour. Maureen's parents save the day but only Alfie can work out what's worrying Annie Rose." 13398 Eventual poppy day "Hathorn, Libby" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732299514 7-9 "Living one hundred years apart, two seventeen year old men are artists and share a love of painting. In 1915, Maurice enlists to fight in World War l and his story allows us to see the brutality and futility of war, as well as the friendship and loyalty that develops. A century later, it is Maurice's diary, preserved in a tin box, that saves his deeply-troubled nephew, Oliver, from entering a downward spiral. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 6301 Ever "Levine, Gail Carson" HarperCollins US 2009 9780061229626 7-9 "When Kezi's mother's life is threatened, her father bargains with Admat, god of oaths, to spare her. He is unprepared for the consequences, that he must sacrifice Kezi, instead. Kezi finds hope in Olus, the Akkan god of the wind, who loves her and determines to save her. Together, they face seemingly insurmountable trials but, if both succeed, they will become immortal. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18399 "Ever so, ever so" "Gray, Kes & Nayler, Sarah (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340873342 K-2 "When baby, Susan, is brought home from hospital, all the family think she is ever so cute and ever so wonderful except her sister." 6028 Every minute in Australia "Poshoglian, Yvette" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742832128 5-6 "Ever wondered what is happening every minute in Australia? This book will tell you how much tomato sauce will be consumed, money spent on bottled water and how many cars will cross the Sydney Harbour Bridge, plus much more." 5000 Every minute on Earth "Murrie, Steve & Matthew & Lloyd, Mary Anne (ill)" Scholastic US 2007 9780439908870 5-6 "Packed with interesting and entertaining facts about the things that happen on Earth every sixty seconds. To whet your appetite, 2,000 thunderstorms occur, 45 million gallons of water go over Niagara Falls, 2,271 working satellites orbit Earth, a hair grows 0.00027 inch and 15,000 gallons of air are inhaled by a blue whale." 1278 Every picture tells a story "Ross, John & Booth, Anne" Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd 2008 9780980354034 7-9 "Artworks from the National Gallery of Australia convey the history and development of Australian culture. Each double page spread features an aspect of our heritage, including the first Australians, convicts, the gold rush, explorers, a love of the beach and the diversity of the land." 608 Every planet has a place "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303135 K-2 "Think about your address as Earth, third planet from the Sun in the Milky Way Galaxy. Find out lots of information about Earth and outer space, amazing places." 6416 Everything is changed "Weetman, Nova " University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254161 7-9 "Jake and Alex. Best mates. One terrible mistake. Two lives that will never be the same. Told in reverse, this powerful and gritty novel moves through the wreckage of a broken friendship, back to the moment when everything changed." 26557 Everything you "McPike, Elizabeth & Fleck, Jay (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2018 9780702260032 K-2 "You're every wish answered, our hearts, how they grew...every day countless, everything you. A cute story about different animal families welcoming babies into their lives." 17630 Everything you need to know about the human body "Dr Macnair, Patricia" Kingfisher 2012 9780753431979 5-6 "Packed with information, amazing facts, questions and creative activities, this human body encyclopedia will tell you everything you want to know about what the body can do, the human life cycle, food and digestion, the brain and the senses, structure and movement, and much more." 3815 "Everything, everything" "Yoon, Nicola & Yoon, David (ill)" Corgi Books 2015 9780552574235 7-9 "Maddy is allergic to the world. She hasn't left her house in seventeen years. Olly is the boy next door. He's determined to reach her. A story about the crazy risks we take for love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4080 "Everywhere Bear, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Cobb, Rebecca (ill)" MacMillan 2017 9781447280736 K-2 "We meet the members of class one. There are Ollie and Holly and Josie and Leo and April and Theo and April, and the everywhere bear, who goes home with one of them each weekend. All goes well until the everywhere bear is in the backpack of the new boy, Matt and tumbles out onto the street. So begins a series of adventures, wild and breathtaking, for the bear and for the young reader. " 18728 Evie's mad hair day "McG, Shane" Koala Books 2005 9780864615213 K-2 Evie will not brush her hair. She's far too busy doing much more interesting things. 9687 "Evolution of Calpurnia Tate, The" "Kelly, Jacqueline" Henry Holt & Co 2011 9780312659301 5-6 "The summer of 1899 is hot in eleven year old Calpurnia Tate's sleepy, Texas town. She begins a nature diary and, intrigued by an invasion of large, yellow grasshoppers, spends more time with her remote and cantankerous grandfather, an avid naturalist. When they are about to make an amazing discovery, the reality of Callie's situation catches up with her. She's a girl, expected to cook and clean and sew." 34160 "Excalibur, the legend of King Arthur (graphic novel)" "Lee, Tony & Hart, Sam (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406321593 7-9 "Arthur Pendragon frees the enchanted sword, Cliburn, from its rocky sheath and fights to save his kingdom from King Ulric. When Arthur marries Guinevere, Merlin the magician, agrees to help Arthur forget his true love, Vivianne, the Lady of the Lake. The legend of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table unfolds dramatically in this action-packed, graphic novel. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 35567 Exchange of heart "Groth, Darren" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143781578 7-9 "Since the death of his sister, Evie, Munro Maddux has been stuck. Flashbacks. Anger. Chest pains. A constant ache in his right hand. And a taunting voice he calls the Coyote. In an act of desperation, Munro heads off on a student exchange to Australia - the country of Evie's dreams. Forced by his new school to join a volunteer program, Munro discovers the Coyote is silenced in one place: Fair Go, an assisted-living residence in Brisbane's west. Munro gets to know his team of residents: designer Bernie; sleeping refugee Shah; would-be wedded couple Blake and Dale; comic creator Iggy; and self-defence tutor Florence. As this unlikely group shows Munro the sights, Munro's notion of what it means to be a big brother begins to change. But the burden Munro carries is not so easily cast aside. Will the Coyote triumph? Or can Munro find the fortitude necessary to mend his heart? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 25617 Excuse me! "Hughes, Dave & Ife, Holly" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742765914 K-2 Martha May has marvellous manners. She always says please and thank you...and she most certainly DOES NOT FART! But what will happen on the day of the Baked Bean Bonanza?! Exploding endings series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3857 Explore Australia: the kid edition "Scott, Janine" Explore Australia 2015 9781741174908 5-6 "A travel guide for kids covering destinations and activities all around the country. Packed with fun facts, beguiling history and tips on what to see and do, the guide is organised into state chapters, highlighting the top attractions in each capital city and a range of holiday regions. There are also sections on weird place names, how to read maps and Aussie road signs." 4762 Exploring soils: A hidden world underground "Grover, Samantha & Heisler, Camille (ill)" CSIRO 2017 9781486305001 3-4 "Have you ever wondered what happens in the earth underneath us? James has, and he wants to learn more about soil. In Exploring Soils: A Hidden World Underground, James discovers that soil is not just dirt for digging in. He explores how plants and animals live in soil, how soils are formed, how they differ, and the many ways that soil is essential in our lives. " 15942 Exposure "Peet, Mal" Walker Books 2008 9781406306491 7-9 "The controversial marriage of Otello, black football star, and Desmerelda, socialite and white pop icon, attracts jealousy and betrayal. The poor, street kids like Bush fight just as desperately for their family to survive. Realistic street language and drug references. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 1470 Extra time "Gleitzman, Morris" Puffin Australia 2013 9780143307754 5-6 "Matt is a talented young soccer player who is selected to travel to England to join the Premier League, with his ten year old sister as his manager." 38818 Extra yarn "Barnett, Mac & Klassen, Jon (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781406342314 K-2 "A little girl cocoons her cold, grey town in joy and warmth with brightly coloured yarn, until a selfish man arrives to take the yarn for himself." 26951 "Extraordinary and unusual adventures of Horatio Lyle, The" "Webb, Catherine" Time Warner 2006 9781904233787 7-9 "Set in Victorian London, a former Special Constable who loves science and inventions must solve a case for her Majesty's government. Mystery, conspiracy and even a touch of the supernatural. Blasphemous language may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Extreme adventures series "D'Ath, Justin" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 25541 Extreme animals: the toughest creatures on Earth "Davies, Nicola" Walker Books 2006 9781406305593 5-6 Fascinating insight into how animals can survive some of the harshest conditions on the planet. Find out how sperm whales and elephant seals can stay underwater for up to 50 minutes and lots more interesting and unusual facts. Extreme jobs series "Hyland, Tony" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9759 Extreme pets "Harrington, Jane" Scholastic US 2006 9780439829489 7-9 "Fascinating facts about some very unusual animals and insects in a magazine style book. Each animal has its own report card with a rating out of ten on the animal's coolness, friendliness and ease of care." 31148 Extreme planet: exploring the most extreme stuff on Earth "Dubois, Michael & Hilden, Katri" Lonely Planet Publications 2012 9781743214107 7-9 "A whirlwind tour of the globe, seeking out the highest, deepest, widest, thinnest, coolest, scariest, smelliest things on the planet. It's all here!" 47787 Extreme sports "Evans, Lynette" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741694598 5-6 "An engaging look at some very extreme and whacky sports, including parachuting and skydiving, baseboarding and blading, bungee jumping and extreme ironing." 5169 "Extremely weird thing that happened in huggabie falls, The" "Cece, Adam & Weldon, Andrew (ill)" Text Publishing Co 2018 9781925603484 5-6 "Kipp Kindle and his friends Tobias Treachery and Cymphany Chan live in Huggabie Falls, the weirdest town on Earth. Weird things happen all the time - that's normal. But when an extremely weird thing happens Kipp and his friends know that something is wrong. They embark on a fast-paced, action-packed, hilarious adventure to find out what is making everything turn normal, and to return the weirdness to Huggabie Falls." 23942 "Eye of minds, The" "Dashner, James" Corgi Books 2014 9780552569736 7-9 "The government needs Michael to track down a rogue gamer, but the risk is enormous and the line between game and reality could be blurred forever. Includes some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4018 Eye to eye "Base, Graeme" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670078592 3-4 Imagine you could soar high in the sky with an eagle or dive into the deep with a majestic blue whale. Come eye to eye with some of nature's most impressive creatures. 122 Eye to eye "Jinks, Catherine" Penguin 1997 9780140384444 7-9 "Jansi, a feral boy, and the computerised intelligence of a crashed spaceship make an unlikely pair in this story, set after the apocalypse. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12184 Eyes in disguise "Clement, Rod" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1992 9780207174445 K-2 Large and quirky illustrations tell the underwater tale of two shy and unattractive fish and deal with the issue of ocean pollution. 1630 Eyes in the dark "Dale, Kim" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401991 3-4 "Poetry, printed in large white font on glossy black pages, describes a variety of Australia's nocturnal birds and animals, all of whom have eyes that stare out of the dark pages." 14219 Eyes in the night "Ramage, Jan & Peterson, Laura (ill)" University of Western Australia Press 2004 9781920694258 3-4 "In a suburban backyard that borders the bush, the night is dark and a storm is coming. Peter leaves the comfort of his house to check his pets and is just in time to save a young owl from the clutches of a feral cat." 15337 "Eyes of gray wolf, The" "London, Jonathan & Van Zyle, Jon" Chronicle Books 2004 9780811841412 3-4 Gray Wolf loses his mate and finds a new one during a winter of survival. Eyewitness series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Eyewonder series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9224 "Faber book of Greek legends, The" "Lines, Kathleen" Faber & Faber 2001 9780571206728 5-6 Greek legends for the younger reader. 41647 "Fabish, the horse that saved a bushfire" "McMullin, Neridah & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266863 3-4 "Fabish was a handsome, grey racehorse who always tried his hardest. When he retired, Fabish took care of the flighty yearlings, showing them what was expected of a racehorse. One hot summer day, a wild wind blew up and Fabish smelled smoke. Fire was coming, fast. When the trainer opened the gate, Fabish and the yearlings galloped away. The fire raged through the night as the trainer battled to save the racehorses. The next morning, there were no signs of Fabish or the young horses. Based on a true story during the Black Saturday fires." 993 Fabulous fishes "Stockdale, Susan" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504556 K-2 "Vibrantly coloured fish burst from some pages, while others dare you to see past their camouflage." 27787 "Fabulous friend machine, The" "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760277659 K-2 "Popcorn is, quite simply, the friendliest chicken at Fiddlesticks Farm. When she finds a Fabulous Friend Machine in the barn, Popcorn sets about making some brand new friends. But, behind the screen of the Fabulous Friend Machine, maybe her new friends are not so friendly after all." 4986 Fabulous frogs "Jenkins, Martin & Hopgood, Tim (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406357417 K-2 "Find out about the variety of frogs around the world, including the mighty West African Goliath frog, the colourful South American Poison Arrow frog and the south-east Asian Flying frog. The author, a conservationist biologist, includes the humble frog in your garden pond." 14426 Face to face with grizzlies "Sartore, Joel" National Geographic Society 2009 9781426304743 3-4 "Find out lots of fascinating information about the magnificent brown bears of North America, and why it is so important to preserve them and their habitat. Includes stunning photographs, a glossary, and book and website references so you can discover even more." 44877 Face to face with wild horses "Momatiuk, Yva & Eastcott, John" National Geographic Society 2009 9781426304668 5-6 "Meet the wild horses and find out lots of information, including how they became wild, how they communicate, the difference between a wild horse and a domesticated one, and how their habitats are threatened." 9223 Faeries "Froud, Brian & Lee, Alan" Chrysalis Books Group 2000 9781862055582 7-9 A finely illustrated presentation of myths and legends of the world of faerie magic. 4337 "Fail safe, The" "Heath, Jack" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266078 7-9 "Everyone seems to know who Fero is, except Fero. He's either a ruthless boy soldier from Besmar or an innocent teen recruit from Kamau. Whatever, he's running out of time to decide. If he doesn't help a renegade spy steal a politician's briefcase, his two countries could end up in a full blown nuclear war, the kind that no one wins. Sequel to The cut out." Fair dinkum series "French, Jackie & Sheehan, Peter (ill)" 5-6 "An exciting, easy to read series, with hilarious cartoons, that tell the story of Australia. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 49269 "Fair dinkum war, The" "Cox, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743310625 3-4 "A look at life in Australia through the eyes of a primary school boy during World War II. The excitement of seeing the American soldiers and tanks, the concept of black-outs, bomb shelters and ration coupons are explained." 12189 "Fair, brown and trembling: an Irish Cinderella story" "Daly, Jude" Frances Lincoln 2000 9780711214637 3-4 A lively retelling of an Irish folk tale in the Cinderella tradition. The book is peppered with curious names and whimsical illustrations featuring the costumes of fifteenth century Ireland. 6985 Fairest "Levine, Gail Carson" HarperCollins US 2008 9780060734107 7-9 "Aza must save the kingdom of Ayortha and hopefully, win the love of the handsome prince. Possessed with a beautiful singing voice and an unusual gift, but bereft of popular beauty, Aza has been hidden in the shadows until she is drawn into palace intrigue by a jealous, insecure queen. An important lesson in true beauty and self-acceptance with all the treachery of Snow White." 4957 "Fairy dancers, The" "Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2015 9780733333576 3-4 "Every Saturday, with a hop, a skip and a magical twirl, Mia, Emma and Grace turn into fairy dancers." 7762 Fairy four-eyes "Matthews, Penny & Quay, Emma (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302773 5-6 A star ballerina doesn't want to wear glasses with her tutu or dance with the only boy in ballet class who is new and who has become the teacher's favourite. Fairy realm series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 9383 Fairy tales "Doherty, Berlie & Ray, Jane (ill)" Walker Books 2000 9780744561159 3-4 "A beautiful collection of twelve, well-known classic fairytales from a wide range of cultures." 6519 "Fairy's wings, The" "Rubinstein, Gillian & Smith, Craig (ill)" Penguin 1998 9780140389555 3-4 "When Tania finds a tiny pair of wings hanging on the clothesline, she is sure that they belong to a fairy that must be looking for them." 18729 "Fairytale cake, The" "Langley, Jonathan" The Chicken House 2005 9781904442691 K-2 "A cheerful rhyme about preparing, decorating and delivering a huge birthday cake." 15554 Fairytale news "Hawkins, Colin & Jacqui" Candlewick Press 2004 9780763621667 3-4 Modern retelling of the fairytales. Read all about it in The fairytale news that Jack delivers. Find out how Jack's paper run gets a very interesting customer. 1062 Fairytales for Wilde Girls "Near, Allyse" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742758510 7-9 "Isola Wilde sees lots of things others don't. But when a dead girl appears at Isola's window, full of threats, Isola needs help. Can her real-life friends and her brother-princes - magical creatures seemingly lifted from the pages of the French fairytales Isola idolises - protect her. Isola needs to uncover the truth behind the dead girl's demise... before the ghost steals Isola's last breath. Explores concepts for older readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 41986 "Falconer's knot, The" "Hoffman, Mary" Bloomsbury 2007 9780747589006 7-9 "Chiara's family can no longer afford to keep her so she is given to the Poor Clare's nunnery. Silvano has been accused of a brutal murder and must take refuge in the nearby friary. When two more murders occur, Chiara and Silvano attempt to solve the crimes." 5078 "Fall, the" "Bancks, Tristan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143783053 5-6 "Sam is staying with his crime reporter father as he recovers from a knee operation when he is woken shortly after 2am by loud voices arguing in the flat above. Curious he opens the window to hear more clearly when suddenly a man-sized shape falls the six floors to the garden below. Sam goes to his dad's room to wake him, only to discover that he is gone. Fearful that it may be his father lying in the garden he struggles on his crutches downstairs only to discover that there is no one there. But someone is watching Sam and now Sam is in danger too." 123 "Fall, The (The seventh tower 1)" "Nix, Garth" Scholastic Australia 2000 9780439176828 7-9 "In a land where sunstones provide the only light, Tal tries to save his family from social oblivion." 16165 Falling angels "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781741664201 5-6 "Sally could fly before she could crawl, travelling across the world to visit beautiful remote areas. She longs to share this world with her grandmother." 18647 Falling from Grace "Godwin, Jane" Penguin 2006 9780143302414 7-9 "A fruitless search is mounted for Grace. Kip, the last person to see her on the beach before her disappearance, may have harmed her or a dark and sinister stranger could be involved. Adult themes with strong and coarse language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1796 Family forest "Kane, Kim & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2010 9781921564703 K-2 "Families come in all shapes and sizes, with half-sisters, big brothers, step-parents. While some kids have a family tree, others have a family forest." 125 "Family from one end street, The" "Garnett, Eve" Puffin UK 2010 9780141329673 5-6 "Set thirty years ago, a dustman's large family all had various ways of entertaining themselves, despite the family's lack of money." 1847 "Family with two front doors, The" "Ciddor, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266641 5-6 "Nomi is one of nine children living in Poland in the 1920s. Their family is so large, they need to live across two apartments. Their father is a Rabbi and there are many customs to follow, many revolving around food. But, the biggest adventure of all is when big sister Adina is told she is to be married, at the age of fifteen, to someone she has never met. Based on the author's real family, the Rabinovitches dance, laugh and cook their way through an extraordinary life in 1920s Poland." 124 Family: a collection of short stories "Nieuwenhuizen, Agnes" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9781863303019 7-9 "Sixteen stories, which centre round family life, are written by well-known and unknown writers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3534 Famous "Lawrinson, Julia" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780143304685 5-6 "Mrs Pavlich tries to convince Sophie that being famous isn't a job but Sophie and several other students don't think this is right. After all, they have seen plenty of people who are famous for doing nothing in particular. When Sophie gets a chance to go on her favourite TV game show, Mega Match, and gets close to winning, she has to make a choice." Famous artists (Anholt) series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12686 Famous australians: Australian children's authors "Dixon, Rachel" Redback Publishing 2017 9781925630169 5-6 "Famous Australians presents short biographies of people who have made notable contributions to society, and who have helped make sport and children's literature such important and popular aspects of Australian culture! " 12690 Famous australians: Australians at the olympic games "Dixon, Rachel" Redback Publishing 2017 9781925630176 5-6 "Famous Australians presents short biographies of people who have made notable contributions to society, and who have helped make sport and children's literature such important and popular aspects of Australian culture." Famous five series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2868 "Famous Five's survival guide, The" "Blyton, Enid" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2008 9780340970836 5-6 "For Famous Five fans of all ages, this book is an interesting mix of fact and fiction. Find out how to survive a shipwreck, pack a rucksack, crack a secret code, use interrogation skills and find a secret passage plus an unsolved mystery from the past. A nostalgic look at the Five will appeal to older fans as well." 28346 Famous horse snatched "Holper, Paul & Torok, Simon & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2006 9781405037327 5-6 "When a famous racehorse is stolen from Zac's uncle, Zac and Hannah are in hot pursuit, tracking down the thieves who are trying to pull a fast one on the racing world. Follow the clues and the red herrings, collect the evidence and check out the suspects to solve the crime of the missing racehorse." Fancy Nancy series "O'Connor, Jane & Preiss Glasser, Robin (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9626 Fancy that "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1998 9780140509717 K-2 The noises and the sounds from the fowl yard can be heard for miles around. Little red hen has a secret that makes her the star of the barnyard. 9565 Fancy that: short stories and poems for children "Segura, Elaine" Seaview Press 2001 9781740081535 3-4 "Stories and poems about children, nature and animals from the author who lives in a small village surrounded by the Royal National Park. Included are tales about Ben, the Galah, and the ferry that still travels between Bundeena and Cronulla." 1649 Fantastic Mr Fox "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311289 3-4 "Boggis, Bunce and Bean are just about the nastiest and meanest three farmers you could meet, and they hate Mr Fox. They are determined to get him. They lie in wait outside his hole but Mr Fox has other plans to outwit the terrible trio." Fantastica series Various 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 3109 Far from fair "Arnold, Elana. K." Houghton Mifflin 2016 9780544602274 7-9 "When Odette starts her list of things that aren't fair, living on the road with her parents and her exasperating younger brother is at the very top. But hundreds of miles later at her grandma's house, Odette discovers just how unfair life can really be. With so much that is out of her control, Odette tries to make things right again." 126 "Far out, brussel sprout" "Factor, June & Viska, Peter (ill)" Brolly Books 2009 9781741833089 5-6 A collection of school yard play rhymes. Far-flung adventures series "Stewart, Paul & Riddell, Chris (ill)" 5-6 "An adventure, fantasy series with tongue-in-cheek characters and situations.Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8285 Farm "Arlon, Penelope & Gordon-Harris, Tory" Scholastic US 2012 9781407131498 K-2 "Find out about animals, crops and machines up close. Watch the farmer hard at work in the changing seasons." 14842 Farm kid "Clark, Sherryl" Penguin 2004 9780143301301 7-9 An anthology of poems that creates the story of a farm boy and the journey he experiences leading up to the selling of the farm. 12068 Farmer duck "Waddell, Martin & Oxenbury, Helen (ill)" Candlewick Press 1996 9781564025968 K-2 One little duck does all the work while the lazy old farmer stays in bed all day. The other farm animals decide to take action. 12466 Farmer Fred's cow "Wild, Margaret" ABC Books 2004 9780733307638 K-2 "On Farmer Fred's farm, there are four old animals - Cow, Horse, Pig and Donkey. They have never been anywhere beyond the farm. Then, on the night Cow dies, something extraordinary happens and, for the first time, they imagine life beyond the farm." 9967 "Farmer's hat, The" "Barnes, Kim L & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Omnibus Books 2010 9781862918351 K-2 "The farmer loves his dreamy, schemey, tickly wishful hat but it blew off his head and is now lost. Follow the farmer around his farm as he tracks down his whirling, whooshing hat." 12459 "Farmyard cat in trouble, The" "Anello, Christine & Thompson, Sharon (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1992 9780868968896 K-2 "Find out who spilt the milk, chased the goats and scared the chickens. Everyone thinks the farmyard cat is up to her old tricks again but that might not be fair." 567929 Fart monster and me: The crash landing "Miller, Tim & Stanton, Matt" ABC Books 2018 9780733338922 3-4 "Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Are those clouds shaped like bottoms?! Nothing exciting has ever happened in Ben Dugan's backyard. That is, until something crash-lands from the biggest and smelliest storm cloud in the sky! In one split second, Ben's life changes forever." 567926 Fart monster and me: The new school "Miller, Tim & Stanton, Matt" ABC Books 2018 9780733338939 3-4 Stone Beach Primary is not ready for Ben Dugan and his new best friend. The teachers don't know what they're in for. The students don't know what they'll be smelling. Even Ben is unsure that he'll survive the first day. 7042 FArTHER "Baker-Smith, Grahame" Templar Publishing 2010 9781848771260 3-4 "A father has a dream of flying. He makes beautiful wings of paper and feathers, but never quite manages to fly. When he isn't preoccupied with his dream of flight and air, he scoops his son up and they play along the beach. He always returns to his dream until the day he is called up to war, never to return. His son decides to make his dream come true." 1656 "Fascinating history of your lunch, The" "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2001 9780207197505 7-9 "An entertaining book about food origins, which covers the development of sandwiches and other familiar lunchbox items including soft drinks and chocolate." 6524 Fast Grandma "Clark, Margaret & Smith, Craig (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305705 3-4 "Evie and Matthew's grandma isn't like other people's grandmas. Their grandma is very active and does everything fast, so fast that they have trouble keeping up with her. Then, they discover Grandma's secret." 130924 "Faster faster, nice and slow" "Sharratt, Nick & Heap, Sue" Penguin 2005 9780670894468 K-2 Nick and Sue feature in parallel images showing opposites. Sometimes they are ideas and sometimes they are actions. They can be big and small or fast and slow. 1657 "Fat and juicy place, The" "Kidd, Diana" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1992 9780207167867 5-6 "At the back of Jack's school is a special place. He can't tell anyone except his mate, Lizard, about all the things that can happen there. When Jack meets the mysterious Birdman, he learns secrets about the past that he just can't tell anyone." 988 Fat Ferdie "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2013 9780670077168 K-2 Fat Ferdie is a scary beast because of what he likes to eat. 5473 Fat Head the bird "Lawson, Liam & others" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359350 5-6 "Liam tells the story of Fat Head, the bird, who sometimes gets up to mischief. Liam learns the value of pet ownership and why we need rules." 128 "Fat man, The" "Gee, Maurice" Puffin Australia 2000 9780141310176 7-9 "Colin is pleased when an old school friend of his father appears in their small New Zealand town, as the man offers his dad a job. It seems, however, that the man has a mysterious hold over Colin's family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 120080 Fat Pat "Niland, Kilmeny" ABC Books 2008 9780733322396 K-2 Pat is a pampered pet until a visit to the vet has him on a diet. However Pat feels that his family doesn't love him any more and runs away. 1664 Fate "Barnes, Jennifer Lynn" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663044 7-9 "Bailey Morgan is a high school student by day, ancient mystical being by night. As the third Fate, Bailey literally controls the fate of the world but, as plain old Bailey, her life is falling apart. Then, she meets the rest of the Sidhe, an ancient race defined by their power, beauty and a sinister habit of getting what they want at any cost. Before long, Bailey is being drawn into a complicated, otherworldly web." 12776 Father bear comes home "Minarik, Else Holmelund & Sendak, Maurice (ill)" HarperTrophy 1987 9780064440233 K-2 "Little Bear's father is finally returning home from a long fishing trip. Four short stories about Little Bear, his friends and family." 26648 Father Koala's fairy tales "Richards, Kel & Singleton, Glen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048383 3-4 "Join Father Koala as he reads some Aussie fairytales to the young koalas in Gumleaf Lodge. Jack climbs the choko vine, the princess meets the cane toad, the Kangaroos Gruff outwits the bunyip under the bridge and Little Red Riding Hood is almost eaten by the dingo." 1204 Father Koala's nursery rhymes "Richards, Kel & Singleton, Glen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048390 3-4 "Join Father Koala and his little mates as they romp through a selection of Aussie nursery rhymes. Little Miss Golden works on her Holden, Black Swan swims in an old billabong, Jack and Jill check boundary fences, Swaggie puts the billy on and we all have tea." 129 Father Sky and Mother Earth "Noonuccal, Oodgeroo (Walker, Kath)" Jacaranda 1992 9780701630348 5-6 "An illustrated book depicting environmental concerns by Oodgeroo Noonuccal, a poet and an activist for Aboriginal rights." 75057 Father's day "Brooksbank, Anne" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143305682 7-9 "Sam has been saving his paper-round money for years to buy a boat. When a mysterious person doubles the money in his bank account, Sam could never imagine the trouble it would cause." 4020 "Fault in our stars, The" "Green, John" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2013 9780143567592 7-9 "Despite the tumour-shrinking medical miracle that has bought her a few years, Hazel has never been anything but terminal, her final chapter inscribed upon diagnosis. But, when a gorgeous plot twist named Augustus Waters suddenly appears at Cancer Kid Support Group, Hazel's story is about to be completely rewritten. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4265 Faunaverse: Australian wildlife in poetry "Dudley, Alexander & Sullivan, Jane " Fremantle Press 2016 9780994558107 5-6 "How much do you know about Australian animals? Have you ever heard of the Pobblebonk who lives underground? Or how about the deadly Assassin Bug? Or maybe you are familiar with Boyd's Forest Dragon? These are just some of the weird and wonderful but 100% real animals you will meet in Faunaverse. A collection of poems aimed at educating readers about Australia's unknown and misunderstood wildlife. The poems are loaded with facts and information, perfect for curious minds of all ages. Poems are accompanied by beautiful wildlife photography by the authors. " 1667 Faust's party "Ottley, Matt" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733613562 K-2 "Faust's family go off to have a picnic leaving him to mind the house. Unfortunately, Faust has some unexpected and unwanted visitors. Faust decides to enlist his friends to help protect the family home, creating an even bigger problem." 15382 Favourite classic writers "Gamble, Nikki" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750242851 7-9 "Find out what inspired writers such as J R R Tolkien, C S Lewis and Louisa May Alcott to write their classics." 881 Fearless "Funke, Cornelia" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2012 9781906427269 7-9 The second gothic novel in the Mirrorworld series sees Jacob Reckless facing death from the fairy's curse on the other side of the mirror. 38511 Fearless "Lott, Tim" Walker Books 2007 9781406308624 7-9 "Powerful story of innocent, persecuted children, estranged from society. One special messianic child never gives up hope that they will be rescued. When mass conformity and degeneration replace hope and humanity, what would it take to overcome the absolute power of the oppressor? An allegory for the experiences of the Jewish people in Nazi Germany. Strong language used in context. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 1672 Fearless "Thompson, Colin & Davis, Sarah (ill)" ABC Books 2009 9780733320255 3-4 "When a baby is born, it's difficult to know whether it will grow up to be big or small or brave or scared of the dark and spiders. So, sometimes, babies get the wrong name. It's the same with dogs. When a new little puppy is named Fearless, it seems a good name for him. Except that Fearless isn't." 23177 Fearless Frederic "Arena, Felice" Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143786757 7-9 "When the river rises and the city of Paris begins to disappear under water, Frederic decides to help those who can't help themselves. But as his heroic acts escalate, so does the danger. Frederic will have to battle an escaped zoo animal and fight off pickpockets and looters, but as the waters subside, can he find justice for his father and find out what courage really means? " 3566 Fearless in love "Thompson, Colin & Davis, Sarah (ill)" ABC Books 2012 9780733329517 3-4 "The only thing Fearless can remember his mother telling him is that life is much nicer if you love everyone. For Fearless, the act of loving things equates to devouring them, and loving everyone is much more complicated than he had imagined." 7219 Fearless sons & daughter "Thompson, Colin & Davis, Sarah (ill)" ABC Books 2015 9780733330872 3-4 "Frearless and Primrose are now parents to five lively puppies. Fearless must work out how to be a father and teach them everything he knows. But, not everything goes to plan." 4800 Fearless with Dad "Brooke, Cori & Poli, Giuseppe (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2015 9781925059403 K-2 "A little boy's celebration of the endless, wonderful activities, adventures and possibilities he can have with his Dad." 9652 "Fearsome five, The" "Erlbruch, Wolf" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467226 3-4 "Toad, Rat, Bat, Hyena and Spider are anything but beautiful but the ugly outcasts learn that beauty comes in many guises." 46564 "Fearsome, frightening, ferocious box, The" "Watts, Frances & Legge, David (ill)" ABC Books 2013 9780733328916 K-2 "Open the box if you dare, but danger lies within, beware." 53305 Feathered soldiers "Farrer, Vashti & Small, Mary & Alger, Elizabeth (ill)" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2007 9780975712320 5-6 Pigeons may be taken for granted but they have played a very important part particularly for Australia during World War II. One pigeon flew sixty-four kilometres in fifty minutes through a storm to save a shipload of ammunition. Amusing drawings highlight fascinating facts and true stories in this illustrated tribute to Australia's wartime messenger pigeons. 3184 Feathers "Cummings, Phil & Lesnie, Phil (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760157357 5-6 "The sandpiper stretched its wings in the chilling breeze. It knew it was time to leave...so it took flight. Follow the feathers as they fall along this exquisite journey of heartache, hope and home." 130 Feathers and fools "Fox, Mem" Harcourt Children's Books 2000 9780152004736 5-6 A modern fable about some peacocks and swans that allow their fear of each other to destroy them. 44447 Feathers for Phoebe "Clement, Rod" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732289195 3-4 "Phoebe doesn't want to be ordinary. She wants to turn heads and be noticed. She wants to be fabulous. But, when Phoebe seeks the help of the outrageous and beautiful Zelda, her transformation leads to some unexpected results." 26459 Feeling sad "Verroken, Sarah" Walker Books 2008 9781921150692 K-2 "Duck and little toy Dudley are feeling very sad. It is cold, cloudy and wet with not the smallest ray of sunshine. Frog tells her that the clouds will pass and she must look ahead. She does, and Duck feels happy in her new world full of colour." 7464 Feelings Aliki Greenwillow 1984 9780688065188 K-2 An array of feelings are explored through the pages of Aliki's picture book using all kinds of illustrations and situations. It is a delightful book to share. 3865 Feelings "Jones, Richard & Walden, Libby (ill)" Little tiger press 2016 9781848575080 K-2 What you feel is who you are. Explore the world of emotions with this stunning peep-through book. The lyrical text and enchanting illustrations bring each emotion to life to help children understand the universal and unique nature of feelings. Felicity wishes series "Thomson, Emma & Bailey, Helen" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 90935 Felicity Wishes: friendship guide "Thomson, Emma & Bailey, Helen" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2007 9780340930700 3-4 "Felicity shows how to be a good friend, make friends and keep them in this sparkly guide to good fairydom." 12478 Felix feels better "Wells, Rosemary" Walker Books 2001 9780744589269 K-2 Felix ate too much chocolate and now he doesn't feel very well. Just look at his eyes. His lovely mummy tries to find lots of ways to make him feel better but in the end it's off to Doctor Duck. Felix series "Gleitzman, Morris" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15139 Fergal Onions "Harrison, John" University of Queensland Press 2004 9780702234484 K-2 "Fergal Onions has a television in every room and his life is shaped by the television schedule. One morning, he hears his young neighbour playing a tune on her violin and, in his quest to find out the origin of the familiar music, he discovers there's more to life than TV." 5831 Fergus and Delilah "Knutt, Erin & Alexander, Misa (ill)" Fergus & Delilah 2016 9780994605214 K-2 "It is Delilah's first day at the park. She slides, climbs, swings and dances, making friends with a variety of different children. However, despite her best efforts, one boy keeps shooing her away. Delilah tries everything to be his friend." 712 Ferocious wild beasts "Wormell, Chris" Random House Children's Books 2009 9780224083522 K-2 "Jack's Mum has told him that the forest is full of ferocious, wild beasts. But, when he gets lost in the forest, Jack meets lots of friendly creatures who become worried when he warns them to be careful of the ferocious, wild beasts in the forest." 9444 Fever 1793 "Anderson, Laurie Halse" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340854099 7-9 "In 1793, fourteen year old Mattie hates getting out of bed and being nagged by her mum. Her friend, Polly, comes down with yellow fever. The disease starts to spread through the city, and even Mattie has to get serious as the panic spreads." Fever Crumb series "Reeve, Philip" 7-9 "Prequel to the Mortal Engines series. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12943 Fidel Castro: leader of Cuba's revolution "Gibb, Tom" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2001 9780750228626 7-9 "As a young man, Fidel Castro dreamt of a free and independent Cuba. He led a band of guerilla fighters to overthrow Cuba's dictator. His new government made sure all the people could read and write." 62531 "Fidgety itch, The" "Davey, Lucy & Cowley, Katz (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 2010 9781869439675 K-2 A rhyming tale about a mouse that gets an itch that he can't scratch. See if you can find out what's causing the itch. 15013 "Fierce little woman and the wicked pirate, The" "Cowley, Joy & Davis, Sarah (ill)" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467417 3-4 "The fierce little woman lived in a house at the end of a jetty. She knitted socks, played bagpipes, fished and swam. Sometimes, she was lonely. One stormy day, a wicked pirate came to her house on the jetty and tap-tapped on her window." 5736 "Fifth quest, The" "Oswald, Debra" Penguin 2002 9780143300014 7-9 "Rosie flirts with the value of friendship and the need to resist the surreal world of television. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 43463 "Fifth room, The" "Rushby, A.J." Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742762548 7-9 "What if there was a secret organisation of the leading medical experts that allowed young medical students to carry human experiments out - on themselves? This is the premise of this psychological thriller. Miri is a gifted 17 year old medical student who is willing to test her theories on herself. But, who really is in control? What is Miri up against, and what has she got to loose? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2645 Figaro and Rumba and the Crocodile Cafe "Fienberg, Anna and King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742373119 K-2 "Figaro and Rumba are best friends. Figaro is a dog who loves to run like the wind. Rumba is a cat who once sang and danced in Cuba. When they catch the Very Fast Train that goes all the way to the beach, they meet a cunning crocodile with conga drums and an elegant satin waistcoat. Surely such a musical creature couldn't be a villain? " Figgy series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35563 "Fighting stingrays, The" "Mitchell, Simon" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143784104 5-6 "Charlie, Masa and Alf are best mates - loyal and adventurous. They're the Fighting Stingrays. In between school, swimming and fishing on idyllic Thursday Island, they have a ripper time role-playing bombing missions and other war games. But when Japan enters World War II, the Fighting Stingrays are told that one of their own is now the real-life enemy. Drawn into a dangerous game of cat and mouse in the Torres Strait, their friendship and loyalties are tested as the threat of invasion looms closer." 3093 Filicudi friends "Santamaria, Lynell & Taylor, Deane (ill)" Blake Education Pty Ltd 2010 9781741646245 3-4 Basil and his dad go to the Italian island of Filicudi to visit their family. Basil meets his cousins and learns some Italian words. He also learns about Italian life and his family history. Basil even learns about his own special gifts. 48198 "Filth licker, The" "Burne, Cristy & Siku (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801364 3-4 "Continues the story of Miku's fight against the Takeshita Demons, with a terrifying array of new demons to overcome. Miku is going to school camp in the forest, with her friend Cait and the rest of her class. It should be fun but Miku has premonitions of danger. When Oscar goes down with a festering rash and a rushing wind blows out the bonfire, she's sure something bad is going on." 7400 Find me a river "Blake, Bronwyn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734402615 7-9 "A story that focuses on the common and shared history of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people, and how many individuals are personally coming to terms with this history. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 131 Finders keepers "Rodda, Emily" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781862913608 5-6 "While playing a computer game, Patrick is transported into a parallel world and invited to participate in a TV game show." 15864 Finding Audrey "Kinsella, Sophie" Doubleday 2015 9780857534590 7-9 "Following a bullying incident at school, Audrey can't leave the house. She can't even take off her dark glasses inside the house. When her brother's friend, Linus, stumbles into her life, his friendly smile and funny notes gradually entice Audrey outside the house. With therapy and Linus' help, Audrey begins to feel she can do the things she'd thought were too scary. Finding her way back to the real world might just be achievable." 105136 Finding Darcy "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030234 7-9 "When Darcy Abbott is sent to live with her surly grandmother and her silent great-grandmother, she finds the silences and secrets at home, and the name calling and bullying at school, hard to endure. A school project sets her on a search for the truth about her great-grandfather, Darcy Charles Fletcher, one of hundreds of prisoners of war who died when the Montevideo Maru was sunk in World War II." 58486 Finding Freia Lockhart "Said, Aimee" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921529153 7-9 "Freia is part of a group at school but she feels she really doesn't belong. Somehow, Freia finds herself helping, as a lighting assistant, with the school production, something she never thought she would do. Freia must try to be brave enough to make more changes in her life and let loose the real Freia Lockhart. Adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 37994 Finding Gobi "Leonard, Dion" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2017 9780008244521 5-6 "Finding Gobi is the ultimate story of hope and friendship - proving time and time again, that dogs really are 'man's best friend'. In 2016, Dion Leonard, an ultramarathon runner, stumbled across a little stray dog while competing in a gruelling 155 mile race across the Gobi Desert. The pup earned the name 'Gobi' as she went step for step with Dion, keeping pace with him for nearly 80 miles. What Gobi lacked in size, she made up for in heart. Dion had always focused on winning, but as he witnessed the incredible determination of this small animal, he felt something inside him change. This is a story of a life changing friendship between one man and a little stray dog. " 567903 Finding granny "Simpson, Kate & Jones, Gwynneth (ill)" EK Books 2018 9781925335699 K-2 "Edie's Granny is a perfect Granny - she's warm, loving and all things fun! But then she has a stroke, and suddenly, the Granny that Edie knows isn't there anymore. Or is she? A heart-warming story of love and hope...and coping with life's challenges." 1161 Finding home "Crew, Gary & Boyer, Susy (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2009 9781876462871 7-9 "A family relocates to Australia after a family tragedy. The parents are focussed on creating a farm and do not value the environment or interdependence of nature. Their young son is lonely and alienated, and misses his home in London. When the parents cut down a tree causing a flock of birds to die, their son makes a huge decision." 19172 Finding Monkey Moon "Pulford, Elizabeth & Wilkinson, Kate (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781921720734 K-2 "Michael and Monkey Moon are inseparable, especially when it's time for bed. But, one night, Monkey Moon is nowhere to be found and Michael's search for him goes way beyond the toy box." 6116 Finn and the big guy "Metzenthen, David" Penguin 1997 9780140382679 7-9 "Finn comes to the city for his first big break as a stablehand at a large racetrack. Working with the horses he loves, Finn feels valuable for the first time in his life. But there's trouble at the track, and Finn finds it difficult to know who to trust." 11675 Finn family Moomintroll "Jansson, Tove; Portch, Elizabeth (trans)" "Farrar, Straus and Giroux" 2010 9780312608897 5-6 "It is spring in the valley and the Moomins are ready for adventure. Moomintroll and his friends Snufkin and Sniff, find the Hobgoblin's top hat, all shiny and new, and just waiting to be taken home. However, they soon realise that this is no ordinary hat. It can turn anything, or anyone, into something else." 7792 Finn throws a fit "Elliott, David & Ering, Timothy Basil (ill)" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763656041 K-2 "Finn usually likes peaches. But not today. Today, Finn doesn't like anything at all." 12897 Fiona the pig "Hobbs, Leigh" Penguin 2004 9780670040971 3-4 "Fiona's parents wonder why she can't be more like them, that is, more like a pig. Fiona loves ballet, being clean and having tea parties with her dollies. Fiona's parents are desperate to find a solution to this baffling behaviour." 6166 Fire "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742838175 5-6 "One small spark brought fire awake, winding like a small black snake. Fire flickered, fire crept, flames snickered, bushfire leapt." 18579 Fire in my soul "Corbet-Singleton, Paul" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408648 7-9 "Running is everything to James who considers winning the only option. However, fierce competition from a new student and the threat of bushfires may help James to see there is more to life than wanting to win." 8686 "Fire pony, The" "Philbrick, Rodman" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746065082 5-6 "Imagine you have only one person in the world to love and take care of you and that person has a dangerous secret. Roy and his brother Joe Dilly, blessed with the talent of horse whispering, try to find a home in America's deep south." 1434 Fire song "Hathorn, Libby" ABC Books 2009 9780733324208 7-9 "It's 1954 and Ingrid's family has hit hard times. Her father has gone, her two brothers have been fostered out and there's no money. When her mother asks her to do something she knows is wrong, something completely against her principles, Ingrid is desperate for help to make her own decisions and fight for what she believes in." 13999 "Fire within, The" "d'Lacey, Chris" Orchard Books 2001 9781841215334 5-6 "When David moves in with Liz and Lucy, he discovers hand crafted, clay dragons that come to life and have magical powers. David's personal dragon inspires him to write a story about the adventures of their local squirrel population." 132 "Fire, bed and bone" "Branford, Henrietta" Walker Books 2002 9780744590494 7-9 "Set in England in 1381, this story of political and emotional unrest is seen through the eyes of an old farm dog." 133 Firebug "Harris, David" Penguin 1999 9780141306636 7-9 "David has been accused of being a firebug since he started a fire at the age of six that resulted in tragedy. He experiences a horrifying ordeal, at the hands of a real firebug, when fires break out in his local area." 9509 Firefighter "Warbrick, Sarah" Harcourt Education Australia 1999 9781863916905 3-4 "An exploration of the role of firefighters in our community. Bright, photographic illustrations and simple clear text show the firefighters performing a range of typical work tasks." 72101 "Firefighters, The" "Whiting, Sue & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781921529498 K-2 "Mrs Iverson and her class pretend to be firefighters, just like the real ones, then they meet genuine firefighters and climb aboard a real fire engine. What fun!" 5804 Firefly forest "Frampton, Robyn & Heath, Mike (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2018 9781250122636 K-2 "Discover the magic! There's more to this forest than some choose to see, this magical place can set your heart free. Follow the glow of the fireflies to an enchanted space inhabited by unseen creatures. Who do you think lives there? Fairies or gnomes or pixies?" 3397 Fireman Sam: red alert Egmont (pub) Egmont Childrens 2007 9781405229340 K-2 "Norman learns a valuable lesson about how important it is not to be careless with drink bottles. Fireman Sam comes to the rescue after some misadventures himself, and shares his safety tips." 129383 Fires: ten tales of dramatic blazes in history "Lloyd Kyi, Tanya" Penguin 2004 9780143302186 7-9 "Ten short stories about some of the worst fires in history, two with a strong environmental content. They include fires from the great fire in London in 1666 to the fire of the Chenobyl nuclear disaster in 1986." 28813 Fireshadow "Eaton, Anthony" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702233814 7-9 A German teenager is sent to a prisoner of war camp in the bush near Perth. From a position of pride and resistance he finds a new sense of self. Sixty years later another adolescent is escaping from the tragedy of a dead sibling and finds the ruins of the camp. As he reflects on his guilt he meets a girl and her grandfather on a pilgrimage back to the site of the POW camp. 8607 Firestorm "Carr, Roger Vaughan" Penguin 1989 9780140341010 7-9 Ben watched in horror as the firestorm approached on Ash Wednesday in 1983. 5513 Firewood & rabbits "Jackson, Ron" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359343 5-6 "In this picture book autobiography, Ron Jackson describes his eventful childhood as one of thirteen children in a stockman's family living in isolated Balranald. He discusses home schooling, catching rabbits, and collecting firewood in a homemade boat." 9517 Firewords: a book of wordplay poems "Foster, John (ed) & Hughes, Rian (ill)" Oxford University Press 2000 9780192762443 3-4 "An anthology of riddles, limericks, rhymes, short humorous poems and tongue twisters that are a mixture of old and new." 4530 First book about the orchestra "Taplin, Sam & Longcroft, Sean (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781409597667 K-2 Readers will enjoy discovering the magic of music by pressing the pages of this book to hear the orchestra come to life. 8425 "First book of Samuel, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140369953 7-9 "Samuel is missing on his twelfth birthday, and his sister must delve into family history to find out why." 11283 First day "Daddo, Andrew & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" ABC Books 2013 9780733331206 K-2 "It's the first day of school, but who is most nervous about the big day, a little girl, her doll or her mum." 12083 First day "Wild, Margaret & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1998 9781760293918 K-2 "A class of students from very different backgrounds are starting school. They're excited and a bit nervous, but they all get through in their own particular way. Alex's mum is going back to school again, too, and faces the same problems." 15040 "First day at school, The" "Jagtenberg, Yvonne" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9781903012550 K-2 The first day at school contains new experiences and can be a bit scary. Simple illustrations and relevant language will help younger students. 18373 First fairy tales "Mayo, Margaret (reteller) & Young, Selina (ill)" Orchard Books 2004 9781843624004 3-4 "The retelling of eight popular fairy tales, with colourful illustrations, including Jack and the Beanstalk, The Princess and the Pea, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves and Puss in Boots to name just a few." 1699 First friend "Mattingley, Christobel & Smith, Craig (ill)" Penguin 2000 9780141308944 3-4 "When Kerry gets lost in the labyrinth of corridors on her first day at the new school, a big black dog comes to the rescue. This dog becomes her first friend, helping her to overcome feelings of loneliness and confusion." 88016 First light "Stead, Rebecca " Text Publishing Co 2011 9781921758256 5-6 "Peter is thrilled to be going to Greenland where his father studies climate change. But, on the ice cap, Peter is troubled by visions that both frighten and entice him. Thea has never seen the sun. Her people, suspected of witchcraft, retreated to a secret world deep within a glacier. As Thea dreams of a way back to the surface, Peter's search for answers takes him to her hidden world." 12037 First morning: poems about time "Siegen-Smith, Nikki & Manna, Giovanni (ill)" Barefoot books 2001 9781841483368 3-4 "Twenty-four poems delightfully inspire readers to consider the passage of time across days, months, or millennia. Some of the poems are for the very young and others for more sophisticated readers." First peoples series "Sertori, Trisha" 5-6 "Non-fiction series about traditions, cultures and laws. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6599 First shapes in buildings "Lane, Penny Ann" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845076955 K-2 "Features twelve buildings from around the world to show two and three-dimensional shapes such as the circle, square, rectangle, cube, pyramid and cylinder. This inventive book provides an introduction to finding shapes in real-life buildings and will inspire children to appreciate some of the world's great buildings." 3774 First the egg "Seeger, Laura Vaccaro" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845079697 K-2 "This is a book about transformations, from egg to chicken, seed to flower and caterpillar to butterfly. But, it's also a book about creativity as paint becomes picture, word becomes story and commonplace becomes extraordinary." 1445 "First third, The" "Kostakis, Will" Penguin Books Australia 2013 9780143568179 7-9 Bill's traditional Greek grandmother is very ill and leaning on him to resolve some family problems that are worrying her. Bill walks the family tightrope to clear the family of some problems. 23394 "First voyage, The" "Baillie, Allan" Puffin Australia 2014 9780143307679 7-9 "The ferocious Crocodile warriors have already killed Bent Beak's pa, and now they seem determined to take out his whole tribe. The only way to survive is to flee the island. As the Yam tribe brave the perils of the sea, will they survive the voyage into the unknown, and what awaits them just over the horizon. An enthralling story about the plight of the very first boat people, of their desperation, bravery and hope." 15976 First week at cow school "Cutbill, Andy & Ayto, Russell (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007273386 K-2 "Marjorie, the cow, feels jolly proud when her daughter, Daisy, starts school. But, lessons aren't as easy as they seem. Daisy can't hoof paint or swat flies like the other cows, and cowpat training is a disaster. Yet, Marjorie soon discovers that Daisy has a surprising talent to make her stand out from the herd." 32645 Fish "Stadermann, Jane" Rabbit Books 2017 9780994467812 K-2 A little penguin goes looking for fish. 12331 Fish for breakfast "Cresp, Gael & Pignataro, Anna" University of Western Australia Press 2002 9781876615048 3-4 "In possum hat and gumboots, Rebecca collects bait for her first fishing lesson, until a short-sighted sea-eagle spies her. Suddenly, she is carried away. Brave, resourceful Rebecca must help the sea-eagle and still get home in time for breakfast." 1704 "Fisherman and the theefyspray, The" "Jennings, Paul" Puffin Australia 1995 9780140377262 7-9 "The theefyspray is a mythical and nearly extinct creature whose fate is in the hands of the fisherman. A beautifully illustrated and complicated story about issues of conservation, age and youth." 4803 "Fishing trip, The" "Rodriguez, Beatrice" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579240 K-2 "A wordless seafaring adventure about a chicken who would do anything for her family. Chicken, Fox and their soon-to-hatch egg are a happy family but there is nothing to eat. Chicken leaves the island to catch some food but the ocean is a dangerous place." Five ancestors series "Stone, Jeff" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 135 Five children and it "Nesbit, Edith" Puffin Australia 1996 9780140367355 5-6 "When Cyril, Anthea, Robert, Jane and their baby brother go digging in the gravel pit, the last thing they expect to find is a Psammead, an ancient Sand-fairy. Having a Sand-fairy for a pet means having one wish granted each day. But, the children don't realise all the trouble that wishes can cause." 22546 Five children on the Western Front "Saunders, Kate" Faber & Faber 2014 9780571310951 5-6 "The sequel to 'Five children and It' is set on the eve of the First World War. The five children have grown up and the war will change their lives for ever. The sand fairy has become a creature of stories until he suddenly reappears. The siblings are pleased to have something to take their minds off the war but, this time, the Psammead is here for a reason, and his magic might have a more serious purpose." 2864 Five little owls "Carthew, Mark & Goss, Mini (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2007 9781921042553 K-2 "Five beautiful owls with moonlight in their eyes find several animals playing a game in their woods. The owls give their help to all, from the tiny, dusky field mice to the orange-bellied swamp frogs in this beautifully poetic, predictable story." 7299 Five minutes peace "Murphy, Jill" Putnam 1986 9780399213540 3-4 "All Mrs Large wants is five minutes of peace, but chaos follows her all the way from the kitchen to the bath and back again." 136 Five times dizzy "Wheatley, Nadia" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780733606168 5-6 "A Greek family run a deli in Newtown in Sydney, but Ya Ya, the grandmother, is homesick for Greece." 29847 "Fix-it man, The" "Powell, Dimity & Johnston, Nicky (ill)" EK Books 2016 9781925335347 K-2 "When things break, who do you get to fix them? The Fix-It Man of course! It's handy having a dad who can fix just about anything. But what happens to broken hearts when sticky tape and super glue are not enough? Together, a young girl and her father face grief and heartache, and discover that love can sometimes be the best glue of all." 9405 Fixing the tiger "Hall, Penny" Koala Books 2000 9780864612762 3-4 What can you do when your little brother is too scared to sleep in his own bed and he keeps wetting yours? Scotty enlists Aunt Kris and together they fix both problems. Fizz the police dog series "Gibbes, Lesley & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Fizzlebert Stump series "Harrold, A F & Horne, Sarah (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 869 Flabby Cat and Slobby Dog "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708514 3-4 "Flabby Cat and Slobby Dog are very lazy and spend most of their time eating and sleeping. Each day when they wake up, they are more uncomfortable because the sofa keeps growing smaller. Or, so they believe." 14207 Flags and emblems of Australia "Bruce, Jill B & Wade, Jan (ill)" Simon & Schuster (Australia) Limited 2002 9780731811731 5-6 "A reference book containing detailed information, colourful illustrations and facts about Australia's historic coat of arms and the interesting animal, bird and flower emblems of the States and Territories." 9944 Flame stands waiting "Fenton, Corinne & Ciaffaglione, Sebastian (ill)" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742030951 K-2 "Flame is a beautiful, golden carousel horse with a sad heart. Unlike the other horses, Flame is built to stand still. Children choose to ride on the turning, dancing horses and Flame is left waiting. One day, a little girl, who has always dreamed of riding the beautiful horses, comes to ride the carousel." 5668 Flamingo boy "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins Children's Books 2018 9780008134648 7-9 "Lorenzo is special. He seems to be able to communicate with animals. Which is odd, because he sometimes has problems communicating with people. Lorenzo has a particular bond with the flamingos that live in huge flocks on the marshes around his home in the Camargue. Lorenzo also loves music, and routine, and every week he visits the local town market with his mother. That's where he meets Kezia, whose parents own and run the wonderful carousel that captures his attention. Kezia shows Lorenzo how to ride the wooden horse, or cheval, as her mother plays the organ and in time they become firm friends. Life is good. But then the war intrudes, the Germans finally arrive and everything that Lorenzo and Kezia hold dear is threatened, even the flamingos. Yet, where there is life, there is hope and even amongst the occupying soldiers there are kind souls. " 10501 "Flapper, VC" "Wilson, Mark" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734416759 3-4 "Flapper is an Australian carrier pigeon during World War II. Sent off to war in the Pacific, Flapper is deep in the jungle on Manus Island, on patrol, when he has to evade enemy fire and deliver the message that will save the soldiers to whom Flapper has been assigned." Flat Stanley series "Brown, Jeff & Nash, Scott (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5907 Flight "Wheatley, Nadia & Greder, Armin (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2015 9781922081483 5-6 "Tonight is the night. The family has to flee. Set in biblical times, a small family sets off across a desert in search of refuge from persecution in their own country. Beset by heat and thirst, and threatening tanks, they travel towards a refugee camp and safety, while they wait for asylum in another country. An ancient story becomes a fable for our times." 1722 Flight of the bumblebee "Edwards, Hazel & Goss, Mini (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2009 9781921042034 K-2 "Bumblebee has no sense of direction and, when he flies, he can't land and bumps into things. Then, one of the bees suggests that Bumblebee practise his flying to music. While you read, listen to the CD of the Flight of the Bumblebee which accompanies the book." 34750 "Flint heart, The" "Paterson, Katherine & Paterson, John & Rocco, John (ill)" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763647124 5-6 "Enchanting fairytale in traditional format with goodies, baddies, queens, kings, wild and wonderful creatures, and a happy ending." 11827 Flip "Bedford, Martyn" Walker Books 2011 9781406329896 7-9 "One December night, fourteen year old Alex goes to bed. He wakes up to find himself in the wrong bedroom, in an unfamiliar house, in a different part of the country and it's the middle of June. Six months have disappeared overnight. At breakfast, he doesn't know the family and, in the mirror, another face stares back at him. A boy named Flip. Unless Alex finds out what's happened and how to get back to his own life, he may be trapped forever inside another person's body." Flip-up fairy tales series Various K-2 "Retelling of well-known fairy tales. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Flitterwig series "Cullen, Edrei" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 137 "Flock of blats, A" "Stephens, Michael" HarperCollins Australia 1998 9780207196447 5-6 This is an intergalactic adventure with unexpected characters and events. 6862 Flood "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781742830728 5-6 "The rain stopped but the wall of water surged, sounding like a helicopter. Sounding like a flood." 71129 "Flood, The" "Gray, Nigel & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136214 K-2 "Mrs Farmer loves her animals and takes them all inside during the floods. They get into no end of mischief and enjoy themselves, so much so that when the water subsides they are loathe to leave. After a stint in their own domain Mrs Farmer invites them all back again." 91122 "Floods family files, The" "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781864719420 5-6 "Fantastically cynical picture book exploring Flood's everyday life and family history. The more you know about traditional vampires, warlocks, literary monsters and B-grade horror movies, the more you will enjoy it. Be prepared to use your brain to solve the riddles and the dictionary to get all the jokes." 35957 "Floods: better homes and gardens, The" "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741662559 5-6 "After years on the run, the Floods are coming home to Transylvania Waters. And just in time too. Since Nerlin and Mordonna fled, things have gone from worse to much worse. King Quatorze has bled the country dry. He's even sold everyone's shoelaces. It's time for life with a lot less cabbage and a lot more chocolate. But, first, the Floods have to get rid of the old king." 6085 Flora & Ulysses: the illuminated adventures "DiCamillo, Kate & Campbell, K G (ill)" Candlewick Press 2015 9780763676711 5-6 "It begins, as the best superhero stories do, with a tragic accident. Ulysses, the squirrel, never saw the vacuum cleaner coming. Flora Belle Buckman, who has read every issue of the comic book, Terrible Things Can Happen to You, steps in to save him. Ulysses now has powers of strength, flight and misspelled poetry. Flora will be changed too, as she discovers the possibility of hope and the promise of a spacious heart." 12772 Florence Nightingale: the lady of the lamp "Barnham, Kay" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750240185 5-6 "Florence Nightingale's intelligence, determination and bravery made hospitals cleaner and safer, and saved countless lives through her work. This provides an insight into her life." 4999 Florette "Walker, Anna" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780670079414 K-2 "When Mae's family moves to a new home she wishes she could bring her garden with her. She'll miss the apple trees, the daffodils and the butterflies in the long, wavy grass. But there's no room for a garden in her new home, or so she thinks." 9549 Florizella and the giant "Gregory, Philippa" Walker Books 2000 9780744572582 3-4 "Never one to sit prettily around the palace, waiting for her prince to come, Princess Florizella is always on the lookout for adventure. In this story, she sorts out a mountainous giant who is trampling down crops and houses." 4299 Flotsam "Wiesner, David" Clarion Books 2006 9780618194575 3-4 A boy finds a box brownie at the beach. Inside are the photos of all the people who have found this camera in the past and the marine scenes they shot before leaving the camera behind. He can choose to do the same or keep the camera. 138 "Flour babies, The" "Fine, Anne" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1994 9780140361476 5-6 Simon and his classmates have to take part in a science project that involves taking care of a six pound bag of flour - a pretend baby. 83210 "Flower, The" "Light, John & Evans, Lisa (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2006 9781846430718 5-6 "Brigg, a sad-looking kid, lives in a grey building and works in a grey library in a cold, colourless city. Dangerous books are kept in the library. When Brigg finds one of these books and sees pictures of beautifully coloured things called flowers, he wonders what it might take to fill a whole city with flowers." 15130 "Fly a Rebel Flag, the battle at Eureka" "Annear, Robyn" Black Dog Books 2007 9781921167430 5-6 "The diggers were fed up. Ever since the gold rushes began, police had hounded them about their licences. The diggers of Ballarat took up arms, built a stockade and swore to defend themselves. That twenty minute battle changed Australia forever." Fly on the wall series "Manning, Mick & Granstrom, Brita (ill)" 3-4 "Lots of fascinating information and annotated illustrations about everyday life. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12150 "Fly went by, A" "McClintock, Mike" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1983 9780001713055 K-2 "A mad dash of animals appears to be started by one fly going by. This predictable, rhyming text supports early readers and deals with unfounded fears in a humorous way." 17664 "Fly, kite, fly" "Winch, John" Little Hare Books 2007 9781921049811 3-4 "A search for a red-tailed bird leads a young boy to meet with a famous artist. He finds not only what he is looking for but also a friend, in the great Leonardo da Vinci." 9593 "Fly, Shadow, fly (the adventures of Dr Harry and Scarlet)" "Cooper, Dr Harry, Graham, Craig & Vane, Mitch (ill)" MacMillan 2006 9781405037358 3-4 "The children's pet duck, Shadow, loves to chase people. When the family wants to move to the city they need to find a new home for Shadow. No-one seems to want him. Dr Harry works out why Shadow does it and finds him somewhere to live." 20128 Fly-in fly-out Dad "Murphy, Sally & Dawson, Janine (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2015 9781743467299 K-2 "Australia is a vast land and some workers must travel thousands of miles to do their job. These people have become known as the fly in, fly out workers, with most staying on-site for weeks at a time, then flying back to their families and loved ones to spend quality time at home." 29027 Flyaway "Christopher, Lucy" Chicken House 2010 9781905294763 7-9 "One cold, winter morning, dad gets sick and goes into hospital. It's there that I meet Harry, with his scruffy hair and firefly eyes. From his window, we watch a wild swan on the frozen lake outside. There's something different about her, almost magical. Perhaps, if we can help her, everything else will begin to make sense." 3942 "Flyaway girls, The" "Lawrinson, Julia" Puffin Australia 2015 9780143308652 5-6 "Chelsea is the hardest worker in her gymnastics club and she's determined to make it. But, new girl Telia has more natural talent and Chelsea is jealous. She feels awful because she actually likes Telia. And, it's not only envy that is bothering Chelsea. She's got family issues and her school friends are acting weirdly. It's time for Chelsea to figure out what's really important and, maybe, take a leap into the unknown." 18454 Flying a flag for Hitler "Emmerich, Elsbeth" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340902684 7-9 True story of an eleven year old girl growing up in Nazi Germany who despite her youth is aware of the evils of propaganda and is proud of her family's survival skills and resilience. 139 "Flying emu and other Australian stories, The" "Morgan, Sally" Penguin 1997 9780140381917 5-6 "Twenty stories about how the world began and the events that followed. They are based around a host of characters, including Australian animals, non-native animals, spirits, planets, the sun and moon, and humans. The title story, The Flying Emu, tells of a beautifully-coloured emu who learns about vanity and immodesty when he and his friends race to the sun." 29640 Flying feet "Bell, Krista" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302063 3-4 Henry loves running and jumping and twirling. He wants to find something special to do with all that energy. 6878 Flying high "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Smith, Craig (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742990705 3-4 "Larni is going on a plane to visit her Gran up north. She is happy to be away from school because everyone there seems to be smarter than her. But, Granny shows Larni something she is really good at." 5141 "Flying optometrist, The" "Anderton, Joanne, & Erasmus, Karen (ill)" National Library of Australia 2018 9780642279132 K-2 Stephanie stares up at the sky above her small town. When will the little red plane arrive? She hopes it isn't lost! Read the story to find out who's coming...and why! 40241 "Flying orchestra, The" "McFadden, Clare" University of Queensland Press 2010 9780702237041 K-2 "This whimsical, beautifully illustrated book explores the concept that there is a magical orchestra that performs the soundtrack of our lives, and is always there to highlight meaning in even the most mundane of moments, no matter the time or place." 5105 Flying through Clouds "Morgan, Michelle" Griffin Press 2017 9780995386501 7-9 "It's not easy being a teenage boy growing up in the tough neighbourhood of Glebe in the 1930s. It's even harder when your dream is to become an aviator, your parents are dead against it, and your girlfriend's father is the School Principal. But Joe has even bigger challenges he must face and obstacles to overcome in order to achieve his dream. He has come up with a plan and won't let anyone stand in his way." 1738 Flytrap "McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori Monty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865086088 5-6 "The story of a lie that gets out of control. Nancy is worried. She's told her teacher she has something that she doesn't, and now Miss Susan wants her to bring it in to show the class." 1739 Foggy "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2001 9780141310411 5-6 "Little Bay Village has a gigantic problem and it needs a wizard to solve it. When Meg and Russ are given the desperate mission to find the wizard known as Foggy, they find that he may be more trouble than he's worth." 2795 "Foggy, foggy forest, The" "Sharratt, Nick" Walker Books 2008 9781406303377 K-2 "Innovative, picture book with ingenious, transparent pages inspiring the young listener to try to imagine what might be in the foggy, foggy forest from its intriguing shadow. Lots of familiar storybook characters are out in the dark woods today. Turn the page and see if your imagination is wilder than that of illustrator, Nick Sharratt." 1742 Follow me "Searle, Rick" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865042763 3-4 "A boy finds a seedling growing on the roof. He saves it, cares for it and when it grows big enough, plants it out. One Christmas, a huge storm tears the family home apart. Now the grown fig tree provides sanctuary to the people that loved it." 12116 Follow that bus "Hutchins, Pat & Hutchins, Laurence (ill)" Red Fox 1992 9780099932208 5-6 Two bank robbers find more than they bargained for when they encounter a group of school children visiting a farm. 14987 Food for thought "Freymann, Saxton" Arthur A Levine Books 2005 9780439110181 K-2 "Shapes, colours, numbers, letters and opposites are all illustrated quaintly with fruit and vegetables." 5505 Foolish hearts "Mills, Emma" Henry Holt & Co 2017 9781627799379 7-9 "When Claudia accidentally eavesdrops on the epic breakup of Paige and Iris, the it-couple at her school, she finds herself in hot water with prickly, difficult Iris. Thrown together against their will into a class production of A Midsummer Night's Dream, along with the goofiest, cutest boy Claudia has ever known, Iris and Claudia are in for an eye-opening senior year. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9346 Foot in the grave "Aiken, Joan" Viking Children's 1992 9780670841691 7-9 "Eight handsome, ambiguous pictures provide inspiration for eight creepy ghost and horror stories. Includes a cautionary tale for anyone who has been unkind to a younger sibling." 9354 Football "Lineker, Gary" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751327793 5-6 "Gary Lineker, who captained his national team, played in two World Cups and is a TV commentator, shows beginners all the techniques of football and leads young players through the rules, essential skills and special team tactics." Football high series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5594 Footpath flowers "Lawson, JonArno & Smith, Sydney (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406362084 K-2 "On a walk with her father, a little girl collects wild flowers while her distracted Dad pays her and their surroundings little attention. Each flower becomes a gift and both giver and receiver are transformed by their encounter. Wordless picture book." 12590 Footy dreaming "Hyde, Michael" Ford Street Publishing 2015 9781925000993 7-9 "Ben and Noah play in opposing teams in a footy-obsessed town. They each dream of playing on 'The G' and this is their make or break season. When an ugly sledging incident occurs in a match, Ben and Noah's worlds intersect and a fledgling friendship develops. But, their friendship seems impossible as Noah faces racial prejudice and Ben must decide whether to reject the racism, which is even coming from his own family." 9369 "Footy Lady, The: Trailblazing story of Susan Alberti, The" "Asher, Stephanie " Melbourne Press 2017 9780522872576 7-9 "No tragedy and no challenge has proved too hard for Susan Alberti. The woman from the working-class suburbs has battled boardrooms, courts, lymphoma and adult diabetes; and, was one of the driving forces behind the AFL's move into women's football. This is a story of passion, generosity and a woman who will inspire you to take on the seemingly impossible and triumph. " 14476 For all creatures "Millard, Glenda & Cool, Rebecca (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529818 K-2 "This is a tribute to all the creatures of the world, the great and the small, the winged and the walking, the singing and the silent." 15444 For every child "Castle, Caroline (adapt)" Red Fox 2002 9780099408659 K-2 "Fourteen of the most pertinent rights of the child, carefully chosen from the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and retold simply. Each right has been interpreted in a stunning double-page spread by some of the world's most acclaimed artists." 8576 "For keeps: Treasury of stories, poems and plays, A" Various NSW Department of Education 2016 9780731387465 5-6 "A treasury of stories, poems and plays celebrating one hundred years of The School Magazine. Discover some of the finest writing and illustration from the pages of the longest running children's magazine in the world. Meet larrikins and chatterboxes, brave hearts and lost souls, best mates and wise elders. Encounter ghosts and fairies, monsters and aliens, a cranky parrot and a talking carrot." For sale or swap series "Brugman, Alyssa" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17397 For the forest of a bird "Saliba, Sue" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780143571780 7-9 "Nella is a nature loving, fifteen year old, grieving her father's estrangement and her mother's mental illness. In a bid to restore the family, Nella goes to Phillip Island to bring her Dad home. But, she discovers he has a new partner, whom he plans to marry. Nella also discovers the friendship of an older girl, also with an intense love of nature, who helps Nella understand her relationship with her father." 567911 "Forest, The" "Bozzi, Ricardo & Lopiz, Violeta & Vidali, Valerio (ill)" Enchanted Lion books 2018 9781592702183 5-6 "A book about the journey of life, from our wide-eyes of childhood through the tangles and brambles, into our end. " 42760 Forge "Anderson, Laurie Halse" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408803806 7-9 "Curzon joins the American army, fighting for independence against the British. As well as the hardships of soldiering, Curzon lives with the fear of discovery, for he is an escaped slave, passing for free. Then there is Isabel, who is also at Valley Forge against her will. They have to sort out the tangled threads of their friendship while figuring out what stands between the two of them and true freedom. Includes some violence." 10495 Forgetting Foster "Touchell, Dianne" Lothian Books 2016 9781760110796 7-9 "Seven year old Foster Sumner likes toy soldiers, tadpole hunting, going to school and the beach. Best of all, he likes listening to his dad's stories. But, when Foster's dad starts forgetting things. No one is too worried at first. Foster and Dad giggle about it. But, the forgetting gets worse and, suddenly, no one is laughing anymore." 1932 "Forgotten pearl, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753690 5-6 "When Chloe visits her Grandma Poppy, she learns just how close the Second World War came to destroying her family. In 1941, Poppy lived in Darwin, far from the war. When Japan attacked, everything Poppy held dear was threatened. Her brother was taken prisoner-of-war and her home town became a war zone. Poppy and her mother fled to Sydney, only to find that the danger followed them there." 1765 Fort Island "Metzenthen, David & Gouldthorpe, Peter (ill)" Puffin Australia 1999 9780141301426 3-4 "While on a beach holiday, Patrick is delighted when Lou, the girl next door, teaches him to sail. When Lou's brother, stranded on an island, suffers a bad asthma attack, Lou and Patrick must risk sailing in bad weather to save him." 141 Fortress "Harris, David" Penguin 1999 9780141303239 7-9 "Survival, fraud, violence, mystery and suspense are included in this story which is part of the Cliffhanger series." 142 "Fortunate life, A" "Facey, A B" Penguin 1995 9780140320091 7-9 "The uplifting, classic story of A B Facey's life growing up at the time of Federation, going to Gallipoli and later, living in rural Western Australia." 38331 "Fortunately, the milk" "Gaiman, Neil & Young, Skottie (ill)" HarperCollins US 2013 9780062224071 5-6 "Mum's gone away and Dad has to look after the kids. He's got a list of things to do. When he is picking up milk for his children's cereal, a wild and crazy story unfolds." 1919 Forward march "Mattingley, Christobel & Kennett, David (ill)" Omnibus Books 2016 9781742990804 5-6 "On ANZAC Day in Australia, people of all ages and nationalities gather at war memorials for the dawn service and line city streets to watch the march. This national day of mourning and commemoration honours the men and women who returned from war, and those who did not." Foul play series "Palmer, Tom" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18730 "Found you, little wombat" "McAllister, Angela" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2003 9781862334243 K-2 "Little Wombat is playing hide and seek with his friends. When it is his turn to seek out his friends, he becomes lost." 929 "Four seasons of Lucy McKenzie, The" "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743317020 5-6 "The painting of Spring was as bright as a sunny day and the tiny yellow flowers which covered the fields were dancing with the breeze. When Lucy comes closer, she hears a voice calling from the other side and reaches through the painting." 9765 "Fourteenth summer of Angus Jack, The" "Storer, Jen & Gifford, Lucinda (ill)" ABC Books 2015 9780733334436 5-6 "Since moving to Australia with their father, Angus Jack and his sister, Martha, have moved house constantly. They end up living next door to a peculiar old lady called Reafen, who runs a second-hand shop, full of strange and weird objects. To Angus and Martha, Reafen seems harmless enough. But, Reafen draws Angus into her world of ancient feuds, Wild Magick, the secret dealings of vikings and goblins, and all those who have lived in the Old Realm." 143 Fox "Wild, Margaret & Brooks, Ron" Kane/Miller 2001 9781929132164 5-6 "A story about an unusual friendship between a dog and a magpie. Magpie's wing is injured in a fire and she can no longer fly. She is looked after by Dog, who is blind in one eye. He wills Magpie to get better and enjoy her life again. The friendship continues until Fox arrives. Seeing the pair cosily together, Fox conspires to separate them." 17449 Fox & Goldfish "Pieters, Nils" Book Island 2016 9780994128218 K-2 "Fox knows that Goldfish is very unwell and that his time has come. But, first, there are places they simply must see and things they absolutely must do. So, Fox and Goldfish embark on a wordless adventure." 1518 Fox and fine feathers "Oliver, Narelle" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862918061 3-4 "The various birds of the forest floor, Lyrebird, Coucal, Pitta and Nightjar, have very different feather colours and sounds but they look out for danger and warn each other. When a hungry fox comes looking for food, only plain, dull Nightjar is watching." 23533 Fox and Moonbeam "Darlison, Aleesah & Joy, Narelda" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563009 K-2 "It is Victorian England and Gerard Fox winds clocks for the queen. His lowly status means he lives in a world forever surrounded by shadows. Mademoiselle Moonbeam Lapin is a famous ballerina. She lives in the golden glow of stage lights. When Moonbeam offers Fox her friendship, both of their worlds are transformed forever. " 5545 "Fox and the crow, The" "Dickins, Rosie (retell) & Martinez, Roco (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2014 9781409584834 K-2 "Fox is very hungry and very cunning. When he sees Crow, with her beak full of tasty, yellow cheese, he works out how to persuade Crow to let it go. Retelling of an Aesop fable." 3998 "Fox and the Wild, The" "McFarland, Clive " The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760405274 K-2 "Fred is a fox who was born in the city. It's smoky in the city, and noisy. One day, Fred hears about a place called the Wild. None of the other city animals think it exists, but Fred sets off to hunt for it. What is he going to find?" 4747 Foxly's feast "Davey, Owen" Hardie Grant Egmont 2010 9781921690594 K-2 "Foxly's tummy is rumbling. He's looking for a fantastic feast and Foxly's on the hunt for things to include. He visits the farmyard, the fish pond and the rabbit's burrow. But, maybe, there's more to Foxly than meets the eye." 144 Foxspell "Rubinstein, Gillian" Hyland House 1996 9781875657728 7-9 A boy finds that he is drawn to the lives of foxes that live near his grandmother's home. 900 Foxy in love "Dodd, Emma" HarperCollins Children's Books 2014 9780007483556 K-2 "Emily is making a Valentine's Day card and needs to be reminded about the things she loves, like hot chocolate with marshmallows. Foxy is happy to help, but sometimes makes mistakes." 2235 Fracture "Miranda, Megan" Bloomsbury 2012 9781408817391 7-9 "Eleven minutes passed before Delaney Maxwell was pulled from the icy waters by her best friend, Decker. By then, her heart had stopped beating and her brain had stopped working. Delaney is declared officially dead. Then, she starts breathing and the doctors are mystified. Outwardly, Delaney has completely recovered but she knows something is wrong. Delaney finds herself drawn to the dying." 145 Fracture zone "Harlen, Jonathon" Scholastic Australia 1994 9781862912250 7-9 "A story of a mother pining for her homeland, an eccentric old lady and a very sensitive, teenage boy." 1771 Fraidy cats "Hall, Penny" Koala Books 1999 9780864611574 3-4 "Everyone is afraid sometimes, even the toughest kid in the 'sports card collecting gang'. A great story about overcoming fears." 30237 Framed "Boyce, Frank Cottrell" MacMillan 2006 9780330434256 5-6 "Dylan, the only boy left in his tiny Welsh village, has no-one to play with and his family's business is going broke. When a mysterious convoy of trucks arrives with a precious cargo to hide in a disused mine, Dylan must save his family." Frances series "Hoban, Russell" K-2 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. Francis Bacon series "Measday, Stephen" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 1774 Frank and the emergency joke "Oswald, Debra & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Penguin 2000 9780141308432 3-4 "Frank, the class clown, can't laugh any more. His teacher told him to wipe the grin off his face just as the wind changed. Now his face will stay that way forever." 16238 Frank and the secret club "Oswald, Debra & Martin, Matthew (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301172 3-4 "Lewis and Frank decide to form a secret club with a special membership card, secret passwords that change every day and a secret code. At first, it's all great fun but, soon, everybody wants to join and Lewis and Frank find themselves in all sorts of trouble. " 1991 Frank Davies and the amazing frog catapult "Clifford, Rohan" Penguin 2014 9780143307532 5-6 "Frank Davies is in trouble again, at school and at home, but everything changes when the frog turns up. The adventures begin when one huge luminous frog and Frank Davies set out on a mission to destroy one thousand evil giant toads." 6122 "Frank Frankie: the newspaper that helps people, The" "Jonach, Ingrid & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330423267 3-4 "When ten year old Anne Googanstein, Frankie to her friends, meets a journalist, the sister of her mother's newish boyfriend, she decides to write and distribute her own newspaper. The Frank Frankie needs news and soon Frankie is in trouble for telling family secrets and spying on the neighbours, all in the name of journalism." 1775 Frank in time "Clement, Rod" HarperCollins Australia 1999 9780207198960 3-4 "The hero is now looking at history - by going back in time. A day in the local museum can be quite surprising! Frank encounters mummies, dinosaurs, Isaac Newton and some very interesting hair styles." 23949 "Frank show, The" "Mackintosh, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007364008 3-4 "If you had to stand up and talk, for one whole minute, about a member of your family, who would you pick? Everyone else chooses really cool people, Like Tom's Uncle Marlon who plays drums in a band, or Hannah's mum with her company car. But there's nothing cool about grandad Frank... or is there?" 19676 Frankencrayon "Hall, Michael" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062252111 3-4 "The costumes are made, the roles are cast and the pages are all set. But, then, disaster strikes. Someone has scribbled on the page. This picture book is cancelled." 4773 Frankie and Joely "Weetman, Nova" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253638 7-9 "Frankie and Joely are best friends. It's summer and they escape the city and their mums for a country holiday. But, when Joely introduces Frankie to Thommo and Mack, her country cousins, it's soon clear that more than the heat is getting under their skins. Simmering jealousies and festering secrets test their friendship. Local boy Rory stirs things up even more and secrets start to blister. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3947 Frankie Fish and the Sonic Suitcase "Helliar, Peter & Vamos, Lesley (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2017 9781760128494 5-6 "What do you do when your cranky-pants grandad builds a time machine and accidentally deleted the whole family? If you're Frankie Fish, you race against the clock to fix it! Twelve-year-old prankster Frankie must team up with his grumpy grandad to save the family after the old man accidentally stops himself from marrying Nanna- and wipes out the whole family. It's all down to Frankie and Grandad to put the past back together again. But can a young prankster and an old crank ever get along? And will Grandad's wonky time machine ever get them home?" Frankie Foster series "Ure, Jean" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 21383 Frankie Fox girl spy: Operation boy band "Poshoglian, Yvette & Davis, Jacqui (ill)" Lothian Books 2015 9780734415707 5-6 "Agent Frankie Fox is undercover, visiting an international kid's robotics competition. She's investigating the evil Alliance's robot army, when she discovers that the world's number one boy band is brainwashing kids to serve the Alliance. To try and save the day, Frankie will need to solve puzzles, deprogram evil robots and sneak backstage at a concert. But, her best friend won't forgive her if she breaks up the band." 16169 "Frankie Fox girl spy: Ready, set, spy" "Poshoglian, Yvette & Davis, Jacqui (ill)" Lothian Books 2015 9780734415684 5-6 "Frankie Fox has realised she is being trained to be a spy. She has a spy manual which helps her learn to solve problems and use cool technology. When Frankie's billionaire inventor dad is kidnapped by a mysterious, evil group, the Alliance, it's up to Frankie to get him back. She'll have to solve mind-bending puzzles and work head-spinning gadgets to do it. Frankie must move quickly from school kid to super spy." 6962 Frankie goes to France: the newspaper on the go "Jonach, Ingrid & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2008 9780330424141 3-4 "Frankie is positively positive that she is going to Paris with her Mum and Greg Green on their honeymoon. All she has to do is learn French, get a suitcase and a passport. As if that isn't enough, she also has to organise the next issue of the Frankie Frank, save the library and deal with Great Aunt Marmalade who has arrived to organise the wedding and everything else." 16521 Freaks ahoy "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741149838 3-4 "In 4F for Freaks, gentle Miss Corker appeared to have been defeated by the terrible class and replaced by scary Miss Schnorkel. In this sequel, Miss Schnorkel's secret is out: she is Miss Corker in disguise. Once the news spreads around the class, it is game on to unmask the imposter. But armed with the Teacher's Handbook, Miss Schnorkel stays one step ahead." 5832 Freaks on the loose: the whole story "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760294311 3-4 "We dare you to join Miss Corker and 4F, the class without a yearning for learning. Now in one volume: 4F for Freaks & Freaks Ahoy!" 64341 Freaky "Whiting, Sue" Walker Books 2009 9781921150791 5-6 "When Jayden is sent to stay with relatives that he hardly knows, he thinks things can't get any worse. But he's wrong. They live in the country, in a town with no skate park. What's worse, they are cactus freaks with a yard full of spiky plants. Then, when Aunty Nina and Uncle Trev buy a new cactus, things get really freaky. The cactus seems to be coming alive." 15432 Freaky stuff "Tulloch, Richard" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780759320314 5-6 "Brian Hubble becomes the protector of a fairy in the form of his little neighbour, Sebastian, and discovers his talent for writing while starring in a Squeezee commercial. He also discovers how television makes life appear different to reality." 11003 Freda the free-range chook "Metzenthen, David & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2012 9780143306870 K-2 "Freda is bored with life in the henhouse. She wants to see the world and have adventures. So, she sneaks away from her hen friends and power-walks to the creek. Freda soon finds that life outside the farmyard can be a challenge but, because she is such a gifted chook, such a thinking chook, she manages to get out of trouble. That is, until Freda gets stuck." 6684 Freddy Tangles: Champ or chicken "Brand, Jack & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760110352 5-6 "Freddy Tangles is in trouble with everybody, again. New boy, Hugo, initially very popular, has become a bully and turned Freddy's friends against him. Freddy will have to do something spectacular to prove he's no chicken and win back his friends." 8068 Freddy Tangles: Legend or loser "Brand, Jack & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760110345 5-6 "Freddy Tangles and his friends are in danger. No one is scarier than the big bully, Sid Malone. Freddy must come up with a plan but this will be difficult because he's even afraid of his little sister." 1159 Fredrik goes bananas "Firth, Melissa & Orsini, Cheryl" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741691139 K-2 "Fredrik Lotsie lives on Snowsmoke Island where the only thing to eat is fish. Fish for breakfast, fish for lunch, fish for dinner. But Fredrik has a terrible secret, he's sick of eating fish. He comes up with a plan to fix his fishy problem but, while he's hard at work, everyone else just thinks he's gone bananas." 43475 Free diving "Coffin, Lorrae & Houston, Bronwyn (ill)" Magabala Books 2017 9781925360738 3-4 "Leaving his family and country behind, a young man joins a crew of a pearl lugger to gather valuable pearl shell. Free diving with no protective suit, he risks his life with every descent." 7547 Free to a good home "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663181 3-4 The Smith children collect an old lady from the shops and bring her home. Nobody notifies the police that she is missing and Mr and Mrs Smith need to decide whether she will become their Granny. Smith also happens to be her last name. 23253 Free: stories celebrating human rights Amnesty International Walker Books 2009 9781406318302 7-9 "Celebrating the 60th anniversary of Amnesty International, this engaging book contains a great collection of entertaining and thought-provoking stories. Each story relates directly to one of the thirty articles about individual rights and responsibilities that make up the Universal Declaration of Human Rights." 8981 Freedom ride "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2015 9781925126365 7-9 "Fifteen year old Robbie knows bad things happen in Walgaree. But, it's nothing to do with him. The Aborigines have always been treated this way. In 1965, racial tensions are at boiling point and something is headed to Walgaree that will blow things apart. Robbie must take a stand. Nothing will ever be the same. Based on true events in Australia when university students drew attention to racism and segregation." 9237 Freedom swimmer "Chim, Wai" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113414 7-9 "During China's 'Great Leap Forward', Ming survived the famine that killed his parents. He now lives a hard but adequate life, working in the fields. As part of a Communist Party re-education program, a group of city boys arrives, unused to hard labour and village life. Despite his reservations and their differences, Ming befriends a boy called Li and, slowly, they form a bond over evening swims and shared dreams. As the bitterness of life under the Party begins to take its toll, Ming and Li begin to imagine the impossible, freedom." 11144 Freeze a crowd "Jennings, Paul & Greenwood, Ted & Denton, Terry" Puffin Australia 1996 9780140564891 5-6 "A fascinating collection of witty puns, jokes, riddles and visual jokes." 8189 Frida and Bear "Bartholin, Hanne & Browne, Anthony (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406353990 K-2 "Friends, Frida and Bear, love to draw. One day, when Bear can't think of anything to draw, Frida draws him a shape to finish. This leads to an exciting game with some unexpected and entertaining results." Friday Barnes series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12013 "Frieda, a new Australian" "Musgrove, Marianne" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991146 5-6 "Frieda, her sickly mother and her father travel from Germany to Australia, looking for a better life. Nervous and excited about Adelaide, a drought-stricken town with hordes of flies and barefoot children, Frieda is keen to make friends. But, as the First World War takes hold, the Germans are now seen as the enemy. Rumours begin to circulate that Frieda's father is a spy. Frieda has her own battles to fight. She begins to wonder whether she should change her name and hide all trace of her culture." 18402 Friends "Cave, Kathryn & Maland, Nick (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340656006 K-2 An appealing story about two friends who look after each other. Friends for keeps series "Quay, Emma & Walker, Anna (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18551 "Friends of Apple Street, The" "Pignataro, Anna" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734409591 K-2 "On Apple Street, the sun is shining and six friends are each doing what they like best of all. But, then pitter, patter, plop, splat, it's raining in Apple Street. Yhe six friends might have to change their plans." 6847 "Friends of Emily Culpepper, The" "Coleridge, Ann" Penguin Putnam 1987 9780949714459 3-4 Emily is a witch of sorts. She loves talking to her friends so she miniaturises them into jars. That way she can talk to them whenever she wishes. 22731 Friends: Snake and Lizard "Cowley, Joy & Bishop, Gavin (ill)" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467257 3-4 "Snake is elegant, calm and a little self-centred, while Lizard is exuberant and irrepressible. Although they argue a lot, they remain the best of friends. In these daily adventures, they meet a frog without a croak, a nosy porcupine and even human beings." 1245 "Friendship matchmaker goes undercover, The" "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862919488 5-6 "Lara's friendship matchmaking days are over, until things get complicated. The playground is in chaos, kids are arguing and crying all over the place and when a recently arrived refugee students starts in Lara's class, the challenge of finding him a friend is too much for her to resist." 51994 "Friendship matchmaker, The" "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781862919204 5-6 "At her school, Lara has a mission to help other children make and keep friends. Lara gives advice and rules for friendships, and is even writing a manual about it. When a new girl comes to school, everything starts to unravel. As Lara embarks on a competition to find a best friend for the most difficult client ever, she comes to see the true value and importance of friendship." 15371 "Frog alphabet book, The" "Pallotta, Jerry & Masiello, Ralph (ill)" Charlesbridge Publishing 1990 9780881064629 3-4 Find out about fascinating frogs from A-Z. An alphabet book of interesting creatures. 4073 Frog and Beaver "James, Simon" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9781406359862 K-2 "Every morning Frog woke up from under his leaf and looked out over a beautiful river. Frog shared the river with his friends; the ducks and their ducklings. Everyone lived happily together. It was perfect. Everything changes when a young beaver comes swimming down the river, announcing this will be the ideal place for him to build his first dam. Frog endeavours to negotiate with Beaver but he shows total disregard for all the other creatures. Will all the the previously happy inhabitants survive the flood created by Beaver's dam?" 1958 "Frog who lost his underpants, The" "MacIver, Juliette & Chapman, Cat (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781921977893 K-2 "Hopping through the jungle, this way, that way, Frog is in a frenzy, scattering the ants. Teddy's looking too now, this place, that place, will they ever find those jolly underpants." 3586 Frogkisser "Nix, Garth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293512 5-6 "Anya and her older sister Morven are the Princesses of Trallonia. But life is not easy for the royal sisters, especially since their evil step-step-father Duke Rikard has arrived with plans of ruling the kingdom for himself. Worse still, he is a clever and powerful sorcerer whose latest spell has turned Morven's boyfriend Denholm into a frog! While Morven doesn't seem to even care about losing her friend, it's now up to Princess Anya, Ardent the talking royal dog and a magically transformed newt to save both Denholm and the Kingdom from the ambitions of the wicked Duke Rikard. Steeped in fairy tale lore, this book is a celebration of fantasy writing. " 41059 Frogs closeup "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742033990 5-6 Frogs go through an amazing transformation during their life cycle and are well adapted to living on land and in water. Take a closer look at these incredible amphibians. 15141 Frogs of Australia "Swan, Gerry" New Holland Australia 2000 9781864363333 5-6 Highly informative little guide to Australian frogs. Clear and fascinating photography accompanies detailed information. Interesting facts will appeal to frog enthusiasts. 12234 From chick to chicken "Powell, Jillian" Raintree 2002 9780739844274 K-2 "Chicks emerge from their eggs and grow fluffy down and then their first real wing feathers. The farmer and vet take a keen interest in the animals and the breeding process. Both free-range and confined chickens, egg layers and broilers are shown." 6675 From Kinglake to Kabul "Grant, Neil (ed) & Williams, David (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375304 7-9 "In this collective anthology created by students from two different countries, students show empathy and compassion. Kinglake had one day of fire disaster and Kabul has endured thirty years of war, but the students find common courage and hope." 18305 From kitten to cat (How do they grow) "Powell, Jillian" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780750238625 K-2 Beautifully-illustrated book tracing the growth from kitten to cat and how to look after them. Includes an index and contents. 28334 From little things big things grow "Kelly, P & Carmody, K & Hudson, P (ill) & Kalkaringi School Children (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2008 9780975770887 5-6 The iconic song by Paul Kelly and Kev Carmody recounts the story of when Vincent Lingiari and other Gurindji workers walked off the Wave Hill cattle station in 1966. What began as a strike over wages and conditions became an eight year long struggle for the return of traditional lands. Illustrated by Gurindji schoolchildren. 12235 From piglet to pig "Powell, Jillian" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780750238168 K-2 "A sow gives birth to many tiny, squealing piglets. They grow quickly and are soon playing and searching for their own food in the soil. The book traces the life of the piglets as they grow and change into adults and explains how piglets are born." 146 From your friend Louis Deane "Disher, Garry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733605277 7-9 "Louis has to adapt to moving from the city to a country, coastal town as well as dealing with the Year 8 bullies and the tragic Tilly. His dad's shop hasn't sold a single thing, his mum's lost her job and Louis wants to return to the city. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3978 Fromelles: Australia's bloodiest day at war "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2011 9781742031767 7-9 "The first shots were fired at eleven am on 19 July 1916. The Battle of Fromelles lasted less than twenty-four hours and, when it was over, more than five thousand Australian soldiers had been killed, wounded or taken prisoner. More soldiers died at Fromelles than in the Boer, Korean and Vietnam wars combined. Almost a century later, the attention of the world has once again turned to Fromelles. Usually read by students in Years 9,10 or above." 147 Front runner "Carroll, Jane" Scholastic Australia 1995 9781862912748 7-9 "This is a story about families and Robbie, who loves to run." Fudge series "Blume, Judy" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 12465 Full moon barnyard dance "Schaefer, Carole Lexa & Davenier, Christine (ill)" Candlewick Press 2003 9780763618780 K-2 "The barnyard animals can't sleep. Deciding that a dance would be enjoyable, they line up two by two. As clouds cover the moon, the animals find it difficult to see their dancing partners. When the sky clears, the animals are dismayed." 148 Fungus the bogeyman "Briggs, Raymond" Puffin UK 1990 9780140542356 5-6 "A strip cartoon book about a miserable Bogeyman called Fungus, his wife Mildew, and son, Mould." 8046 "Funky chicken: Bushy tale of crocs and chooks, A" "Collin, Chris & Kitchin, Megan (ill)" Funkybooks 2013 9780987450708 K-2 Funky chicken is deemed the most unique of all animals but croc takes a liking to him for all the wrong reasons. 4463 Funny faces "Norman, Mark Dr" Black Dog Books 2014 9781922179968 3-4 "The faces of some animals may look funny to us, but their eyes, ears and noses are exactly what some animals need to survive." 2939 Funny families "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2015 9781922179975 3-4 "If you think your family is funny, imagine being a baby alligator carried around in your mother's mouth. Or being a baby tiger shark and eating your brothers and sisters." 1304 Funny homes "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2014 9781922179982 3-4 "Some animals live in funny places - prickly cactuses, dark caves, high treetops - strange places humans would not survive." 4007 Funny kid for president "Stanton, Matt" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780733335976 5-6 "Max is the class clown always making everyone laugh. He is running for class president but has no special talents. As the election draws near, Max with the help of his friend Hugo, tries to run a fair and honest campaign. But there are scandals and sabotage. Max decides that being the funny kid may just help him win. " 39307 Funny kid stand up "Stanton, Matt " HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780733335983 5-6 "Max is the boy who can make kids laugh. Something terrible has happened and Max seems to have lost his funny! Now Max is the 'Un-Funny Kid' right when he's trying to win the town talent quest! Heckling clowns, kidnapped grandpas, giant dogs called Steve, bungled police operations and the greatest stand-up comedy routine of all time were just some of the things encountered by Max, Hugo, Abby and Duck in this second book of the Funny Kid series." 15813 Funny lunch "Catrow, David" Orchard Books 2010 9780545057479 3-4 "Max is not just a dog, he's a great chef. So begins the hilarious story of one of the funniest dogs you'll ever meet. Max's customers are hungry. Tummies are growling. Then, comes the biggest lunch order ever, for 100 pizzas with the lot. Max is one clever chef who has the perfect solution." 1904 Furry creatures "Twist, Clint" Andromeda Children's Books 2005 9781861991294 3-4 Discover how seals keep dry and zebras stay hidden. A chance to feel fur and learn more about it. 149 "Future trap, The" "Jinks, Catherine" Penguin 1999 9780141305097 7-9 "Paula is kidnapped and taken five thousand years into the future where humans are referred to as """"it"""" and reduced to the status of laboratory rats." 5647 Fuzz McFlops "Furnari, Eva & Entrekin, Alison (trans)" Pushkin Press 2015 9781782690757 3-4 "Fuzz McFlops is a reclusive yet creative rabbit. A great poet and writer, he has penned celebrated works, such as The Withered Carrot and Unhappy Easter. So, Fuzz is disgruntled when Charlotte Passe-Partout suggests that his writing could be enhanced by a touch of optimism. A flurry of correspondence ensues between the two rabbits, until Fuzz begins to wonder if Charlotte's positive approach might have some merit." 1823 Fuzz the famous fly "Rodda, Emily" Omnibus Books 2002 9781862913929 5-6 Fuzz endeavours to cope with the intrusions of stardom. 39611 Fuzzy mud "Sachar, Louis " Bloomsbury 2015 9781408864746 5-6 "Tamaya and Marshall walk to and from school together. But, to avoid Chad, the school bully, they decide to go through the off-limits woods. The next day, Chad doesn't turn up at school. No one knows where he is and Tamaya's arm is covered in a burning, itchy wound. A chain of events follows and, as the authorities and the United States Senate become involved, what they uncover might affect the future of the world." 1826 Gabby's fair "Klein, Robin" Omnibus Books 1998 9781862913677 3-4 "Mum's busy working at the fair so Gabby has to spend the day with her older brother, Matt. Unfortunately, he controls the money and is very bossy and their tastes are very different." 1827 Galax-Arena "Rubinstein, Gillian" Puffin Australia 2001 9780141310244 7-9 A gripping read that tells the tale of children kidnapped and forced to become participants in a bizarre circus. 2336 Gallipoli "Greenwood, Kerry & White, Annie (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743621295 5-6 "Dawn approaches on 25 April 1915 and ANZACs Bluey and Dusty sail towards Gallipoli. As their ship gets closer, the two friends hear the noise of battle. Will they be brave enough for what lies ahead of them." 12371 "Gallipoli story, The" "Carlyon, Patrick" Penguin 2003 9780143001430 7-9 "At Gallipoli, in 1915, the courageous ANZACs faced the brave Turks in the First World War. Instead of adventure and glory, they meet the sheer brutality of war. Emotional quotes about separation from family, harrowing experiences and loss of friends." 1790 Gallipoli: The landing "Dolan, Hugh & Gardiner, Mal" NewSouth Publishing 2014 9781742231570 7-9 "In graphic novel format, the truth about the assault on Gallipoli in 1915 is revealed. Rather than being a botched attack, planned by indifferent British generals, the Gallipoli campaign was carefully thought out and included an amphibious attack on the beach by ANZAC officers." Game Day series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 150 "Game of the goose, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 2000 9780670894383 7-9 "Three children pool their resources to buy a strange looking board game. As they begin the game, each child disappears inside it." 9414 Game or not "Fusillo, Archimede" Penguin 2003 9780143300106 3-4 Belinda would like to play soccer but at her school only the boys play. She is very good but she's a girl. There must be something she can do to play her favourite sport. 45264 Game theory "Jonsberg, Barry " Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290153 7-9 "Jamie is a sixteen year old maths whiz. His wild, older sister, Summerlee, has dropped out of school. Tensions at home run high. With Jamie's help, Summerlee wins millions in a lottery and cuts all ties with the family. But, money can cause big trouble. When their younger sister is kidnapped for a ransom, Jamie thinks he can use game theory, the strategy of predicting an opponent's actions, to outfox the kidnapper and get Phoebe back. It's a very risky strategy. Mature themes and language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 90186 Gamers' quest "Ivanoff, George" Ford Street Publishing 2009 9781876462864 7-9 "Inhabitants of a video game world, Tark and Zyra, are plunged into adventures involving dragons, princelings, magic, robots and laser weapons. Outside, as teenagers John and Tina, their lives are almost as exciting as they must help to save their world. " 151 Ganesh "Bosse, Malcolm J" HarperCollins Australia 1981 9780690041033 7-9 A boy tries to fit into American society after he has grown up in India. The story concerns the death of a parent and details a traditional Indian cremation. 6648 Gangsta Granny "Walliams, David " HarperCollins Children's Books 2011 9780007371440 5-6 "Ben is bored beyond belief after he is made to stay at his Grandma's house. She's the boringest Grandma ever. All she wants to do is to play Scrabble and eat cabbage soup. But, there are two things that Ben doesn't know about his Grandma. They involve an international jewel thief and stealing the Crown Jewels." 32611 "Gaolbird: True story of William Swallow, convict and pirate, The" "Barnard, Simon" Text Publishing Co 2017 9781925498172 5-6 "It's 23 October 1821 and convict William Swallow stands on the deck of the Malabar for muster. He is wearing a canary yellow convict uniform and his legs are chained. He's just completed the 121-day sea voyage from London to Hobart Town, but his wild and audacious adventures have barely begun. He'll soon ditch the convict uniform and the chains, take part in a mutiny, become a pirate captain and fool the world in what just might be the most outrageous and unbelievable true story in Australia's convict history. " 35597 Gap year in Ghost Town "Pryor, Michael" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760292768 7-9 "Let's get this straight - ghosts are everywhere. And they're dangerous. This is why my family has hunted them for hundreds of years. The Marin family run a two-man operation in inner-city Melbourne. Anton has the ghost-sight, but his father does not. Theirs is a gentle approach to ghost hunting. Rani Cross, combat-skilled ghost hunter from the Company of the Righteous, is all about the slashing. Anton and Rani don't see eye to eye - but with a massive spike in violent ghost manifestations, they must find a way to work together. And what with all the blindingly terrifying brushes with death, Anton must use his gap year to decide if he really wants in on the whole ghost-hunting biz..." 41522 Garcia & Colette go exploring "Barnaby, Hannah & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9781460754306 K-2 "Best friends Garcia and Colette are eager to go exploring- only they can't agree on where to go. Garcia loves everything about space (stars! planets! meteors!) and Colette is obsessed with the sea (sand! coral! fish!). So Garcia builds a rocket ship, Colette constructs a submarine, and they wish each other well on their travels. But even though they find some amazing things on their journeys, the friends quickly realise they each left something very important back home..." 9327 "Garden of Empress Cassia, The" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin 2002 9780143300274 5-6 "Mimi has mysterious and powerful pastels and can draw a garden so beautiful and magical that real people are transported inside it. But, it would be very unfortunate if the ancient pastels were to fall into the wrong hands." 47267 "Garden of Lilies, A" "Rossell, Judith" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780733338229 3-4 "Children, listen and take heed, As this little book you read. Always do just as you should, And be obedient and good. Never headstrong, rude or proud, Or lazy, careless, wild or loud. All your evil ways amend, Or you will meet a dreadful end. " Gargoylz series "Burchett, Jan & Vogler, Sara & Noyes, Leighton (ill)" 3-4 The Gragoylz get up to lots of tricks and pranks. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. See Series lists for individual titles. 28008 Garibaldi's biscuits "Steadman, Ralph" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842708606 3-4 Garibaldi's army defeats the French in a rather unusual battle and reclaims the land for Italy. Biscuits cooked for the occasion seal the peace. 8016 Gary "Rudge, Leila" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925081695 K-2 "Gary the pigeon can't fly. When his racing pigeon friends head off in their travel basket, Gary stays at home. He organises his scrapbook of travel mementos and dreams about the adventures the other pigeons are having. But, when Gary accidentally ends up a very long way from home, he discovers that flying is not the only way to have adventures." Gatekeeper series "Blackburn, Richard" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 31016 Gecko "Huber, Raymond & Lovelock, Brian (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925126556 3-4 Welcome to the world of Gecko. He warms up on the sunbaked rocks in the evening before hunting for food. A cockroach makes a yummy snake. Watch out! A hawk is hunting! An exciting introduction to one of the most varied species of lizard on the planet. 4631 Gecko's echo "Rowland, Lucy & Rimmington, Natasha (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408859506 K-2 "To stop sneaky animals stealing her precious eggs, Mummy Gecko threatens the wrath of one hundred angry geckos. But...are there really one hundred geckos? And, if there aren't, how will she protect her family? A mischievous tale of trickery and motherly courage." 2851 Geis: A matter of life & death "Deacon, Alexis" Nobrow 2016 9781910620038 7-9 "The great chief matriarch is dying and has no heir. Drawing her last breath, she gives a final decree that, upon her death, there will be a contest to decide the one truly worthy to rule in her place. The rich, the strong, the wise and the powerful put forward their names in the hope of being chosen. When the night comes, only fifty souls are summoned. Fifty souls bound to the same fate. But, this is no ordinary trial. And, so begins the first task. Graphic novel." 16160 "Gemina: Illuminae Files, The" "Kaufman, Amie & Kristoff, Jay" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266573 7-9 "Hanna, the commander's pampered daughter, and Nik, the reluctant member of a crime family, are struggling with life aboard the space station. When an elite strike team invades, Hanna and Nik are thrown together to defend their home from alien predators. And, there's a malfunction in the station's wormhole. Soon, Hanna and Nik are fighting to survive. The fate of everyone on the Hypatia, and possibly in the known universe, is in their hands. Mature read. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 33344 Gemma gets the jitters "Roe, Katrina & Hedstrom, Leigh (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563139 K-2 "Gemma has a new camera! When she visits the mountains, she wants to get the perfect photo, but at the top of the lookout Gemma gets the jitters. Will she let her fear of heights stop her from achieving her dream?" 981 Genius: a photobiography of Albert Einstein "Ferguson Delano, Marfe " Myriad Books Limited 2005 9781426302947 7-9 "Trace the journey of genius Albert Einstein, from his birth, through his schooling, his research and going to America. Find out about his major scientific discoveries including his theory of relativity, which won him the Nobel Prize." 5457 Genius: the most astonishing inventions of all time "Kespert, Deborah" Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd 2015 9780500650431 3-4 "Find out about the machines, technology and ideas that have changed our lives, shaken the world, and shaped our future. The book is arranged chronologically, detailing the 'big inventions', who made it, where, when, how and why." 3778 "Gentle lion and the little owlet, The" "Shirley, Alice" Pavilion 2012 9781843651994 K-2 "When a plucky young owlet falls from his nest above the lion enclosure at a zoo he finds himself face-to-face with a lion. Yet, instead of being eaten, the owlet and the lion become friends and decide to embark on a journey together." 1856 Gentleman Jim "Briggs, Raymond" Jonathan Cape 2008 9780224085243 7-9 "Jim Bloggs, a lavatory assistant, is dissatisfied with his life and wishes to rise above his station, if only he had more education. Encouraged by his wife, Hilda, he explores options such as being a cowboy. He finally settles on being a highwayman but not everyone sees his trusty steed, and his quest to rob the rich and give to the poor, in a positive light." 18473 Gently Bentley "Whybrow, Ian & Melling, David (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340875629 K-2 "A romp of a picture book about a rough and tumble bear who creates troubles for his friends, Squeaky and Bun." 6346 George "Gino, Alex" Scholastic US 2015 9780545812542 5-6 "When people look at George, they think they see a boy. But, George knows she's a girl. She secretly calls herself Melissa and loves to read her hidden stash of magazines, with ads for lipstick and perfume. George desperately wants to win the role of Charlotte in her class's production of Charlotte's Web so that her mum will finally see her as a girl, and accept that she's transgender. With the help of her best friend, Kelly, George comes up with a plan, not just to be Charlotte but to let everyone know who she is, once and for all." 2271 George flies south "James, Simon" Walker Books 2011 9781406328868 K-2 "Winter is on the way and it's time to fly south. But, George isn't quite ready to leave his nest yet. When an enormous gust of wind blows the nest out of the tree, things start getting really interesting for George and his mother. " 130923 George saves the world by lunchtime "Readman, Jo & Roberts Ley Honor" Eden Project Books 2006 9781903919507 K-2 "With Grandpa's help, George helps to save the world by lunchtime. Full of practical hints that you can do at home that will have a positive global effect and make you feel good too." 1858 George's marvellous medicine "Dahl, Roald & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311340 3-4 "George's grandma has some pretty odd views. She thinks caterpillars and slugs are delicious and she likes to crunch on beetles best of all. George can do nothing right in Grandma's eyes so, when it's time for her medicine, he avenges himself." George's secret key to the universe series "Hawking, Lucy & Stephen" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Geronimo and Thea Stilton series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4493 "Get a grip, Cooper Jones" "Whiting, Sue" Walker Books 2010 9781921529788 5-6 "Cooper Jones longs for the time when life was simple, when all he needed to worry about was whether to change his undies or make do. Now, his life has become all too complicated. Set against the backdrop of a fiery summer, Cooper needs to realise that sometimes you just need to get a grip." 32671 Get coding "Whitney, David & Beedie, Duncan (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406366846 5-6 "In this fun guide to coding for beginners, learn how to develop real coding skills by following step by step instructions and completing six exciting missions. Code your own website, app and game, and learn html, CSS and JavaScript." Get real series "Kettle, Phil & Webb, Melissa (ill)" 5-6 "Those two bad boys of grade five at Average Primary School, Harry and Jesse, have not so average adventures with their time machine. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 12155 Get well soon Little Bear "Minarik, Else Holmelund & Sendak, Maurice (ill)" Golden Books Publishing 2003 9780694017027 K-2 "Mother Bear says Little Bear has to stay in bed because he has a cold. Little Bear doesn't mind, at least, while his mother is out of the room." 152 "Getting of wisdom, The" "Richardson, Henry Handel" Text Publishing Co 2001 9781876485955 7-9 "In this classic story, a young girl is exploring how to lead the life she wishes while she is expected to conform in a Melbourne, all girls' school of the 1880s." 488 Getting to know Ruben Plotnick "Rosenbluth, Roz & Manning, Maurie J (ill)" Flashlight Press 2005 9780972922555 3-4 David is about to have the coolest kid from school at his house but he is afraid his unpredictable grandmother will cause a disaster. 32004 Gezani and the tricky baboon "Khoza, Valanga & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2015 9781925000757 K-2 "Some bananas, a wily, hungry baboon and a boy who finds a way to teach the tricky baboon a lesson." 6549 "Ghost and the goggle-box, The" "Ball, Duncan" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780207191497 5-6 The clean-up of dead Uncle Arnold's Sydney house becomes a weird experience when Roger discovers that the old man is haunting the television set. 7046 Ghost boy "Pulman, Felicity" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9781740519892 7-9 "Froggy traces his family history with the ghostly help of Tad, who perished in the smallpox epidemic of 1881." 5101 Ghost byte "Larkin, John" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780091829407 7-9 "Brendan finds himself accompanied by a ghost who communicates through his computer, further complicating his adolescent life. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Ghost club series "Abela, Deborah" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 14872 Ghost hunters and the incredibly revolting ghost "Funke, Cornelia" Chicken House 2007 9781905294121 5-6 Tom's basement is inhabited by Hugo the ghost. The only way to get rid of the ghost in the basement is to remove the incredibly revolting ghost that now inhabits Hugo's house. 6390 "Ghost in my suitcase, A" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780143303794 5-6 "When Celeste travels to China to visit her grandmother, she uncovers an incredible family secret. And with this secret comes danger and adventure. If Celeste is to save her family and friends, she must learn to harness her rare and powerful gift as a ghost-hunter." 18541 Ghost of a chance "Panckridge, Michael & Harvey, Pam" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780207200632 5-6 "Ling and her friends find their beach holiday has some mysteries in store. Ling is visited at the same time each night by a girl ghost. When she feels the ghost needs her help, a race begins to solve the ghost's problem. The children soon realise any danger they will face is not with the ghost." 153 "Ghost of a chance, A" "Hilton, Nette" Penguin 1992 9780140387957 7-9 "Ann-Marie has to move to rural England and leave her dog, Maudie, behind. As she frets for her dog, Ann -Marie becomes involved with a ghostly story involving a sad child, separated from her dog too." 24291 "Ghost of Miss Annabel Spoon, The" "Blabey, Aaron" Puffin Australia 2011 9780670074747 3-4 "No matter what hour, she lurked looking sour, be it midnight or mid-afternoon. Her dresses were shabby, her mood always crabby. Her name was Miss Annabel Spoon. The ghost of Miss Annabel Spoon haunts the people of Twee their every waking hour and they've had enough. But, one day, the brave and practical young Herbert Kettle has a most extraordinary idea." 9246 "Ghost of Thomas Kempe, The" "Lively, Penelope" Egmont Childrens 1992 9780749707910 5-6 The ghost of a 17th century sorcerer attempts to recruit James Harrison as his apprentice. 46918 "Ghost's child, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Viking Children's 2007 9780670029457 7-9 "This is the life story of Matilda. Her isolated childhood and her quest with her father to find the most beautiful thing in the world; her unusual marriage to Feather, part sprite part wild man, that promised true happiness and the loss that she suffered when she had to let him go. This book is part enchanting fable and part love story." 54945 Ghostscape "Layburn, Joe" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845077686 5-6 "Time is running out for Aisha, the Somali refugee girl, who has found herself transported back to the time of the Blitz in London. Although Aisha is full of fear and horror because she already knows the future of her original school building, she is still compelled to try to save her new friend, Richard, and his aged grandfather, during the terrible bombing of the Second World War." 154 "Giant devil-dingo, The" "Roughsey, Dick" MacMillan 1975 9780027778403 5-6 "The legend of Gaiya, the giant devil-dingo belongs to people from the Cape York Peninsula." 15451 "Giant scrub python, The" "Baldwin, Grace MacDonald" Word Weavers Press 2003 9781877073106 5-6 "The giant scrub python is rarely seen by the locals so when Sam and Davey first encounter it, they are terrified but curious. When an illegal animal trader hears about the snake, he is anxious to catch it, even though it is a protected species." 6652 "Giant's necklace, The" "Morpurgo, Michael & Smith, Briony May (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406357127 5-6 "It's the final day of the holidays, and Cherry resolves to collect the last few shells she needs to complete her necklace. She's determined it will be fit for a giant. Then the clouds roll in and the sea becomes a writhing grey monster and Cherry is cut off from the shore. The only way to escape is through an old tin mine deep in the rocks, which hides a ghostly secret of those who have gone before." 1895 Giants "Kelly, Mij & Maland, Nick (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2008 9780340893319 3-4 "Sweet Pea and Boogaloo are out in the forest when Sweet Pea asks if giants look just like them, only bigger. Boogaloo knows that they're entirely different. Sweet Pea asks if giants are kind but Boogaloo has his negative opinions here too. It takes an ill-advised kick for Boogaloo to realise that giants are just like me and you, only bigger." 4321 "Giants, trolls, witches, beasts: Ten tales from deep, dark woods" "Phillips, Craig" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760113261 5-6 "Some fairy tales are about fairies, others are about unicorns, but there's none of those in this book. This beautifully illustrated graphic novel brings together fairy tales of the darker, scarier kind from all corners of the world. Full of monsters, trolls and witches these retellings will enchant those new to the tales and delight returning readers with its full colour pages and lively re-crafting of these classic stories. " 1898 "Gift horse, The" "Elks, Wendy" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914704 7-9 "The story of a girl and a horse. Callie has always wanted a pony of her own, when she is asked to look after Oscar she is delighted. But Oscar bites and kicks and is difficult to ride. Then, one day Callie meets Sarah who knows all about horses." 21151 "Gift horse, The" "Siers, Sophie & White, Katharine (ill)" Millwood Press 2018 9780473408558 3-4 "Since her mum died, Olivia hasn't felt right. Sometimes she can't breathe properly and she feels funny inside. When she is out on the farm with her dad and brother or tucked up under her blankets things don't seem so bad, but everywhere else she feels like she doesn't fit in. When Dad brings home a horse that's been through its own trauma, together Olivia and Amigo grow to trust each other and forge a path through their own grief and anger." 1187 "Gift, The" "Gilmartin, Deb" Windy Hollow Books 2012 9781922081070 K-2 "A textless picture book which allows the reader to discover the story. Orange cat has a comfortable life and shares his dinner with a black and white cat down the road. When attempts to do the same the next day she can no longer be found, having been dumped with her three kittens as her owner leaves town. Despite meeting danger as he tries to find her, he perseveres with ultimate success." 5743 "Gift, The" "Hathorn, Libby" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780091837587 3-4 All the kids in the town followed the Pied Piper into the mountain but one was left behind. This is the story of that child. 37462 "Gift, The" "Matthews, Penny" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862916982 K-2 "A rather plain bear sits next to a gorgeous plush crocodile in the toy shop among all of the special Christmas toys. As each waits to be chosen, Brown Bear makes his own gift to his friend." 15402 Gifts "Le Guin, Ursula" Orion 2004 9781842551073 7-9 "Orrec discovers he has inherited a power that he cannot control. It is the gift of undoing. His best friend Gry has the gift of calling animals. This is a story of friendship and problem-solving in an exciting and imaginary land. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 3823 "Gigantic book of genes, The" "Hendry, Lorna" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034102 5-6 "Look at the people in your family, do they all look similar? How closely are you related to your cousins, a chimpanzee and a banana? Whose fault is it that you cannot roll your tongue? Find out in the Gigantic book of genes." 12367 Gil's quest "Morgan, Damian & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864615527 7-9 "Gilgamesh's story retold by Gil, himself, is a gripping blend of narrative, fantasy, history and myth, dating from around 2000 BC. It follows his quest for everlasting life which pits him against Enki the Shag and takes him to the end of the world." 12664 Gilbert "Thompson, Colin & Mould, Chris (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405166 3-4 "Gilbert is a great, big scaredy-cat. You can't blame him as he was taken from his mother before his eyes were even open and spent his childhood inside a paper bag. He is frightened of just about everything, except paper bags." 17143 Gilbert goes outside "Thompson, Colin & Mould, Chris (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408761 3-4 Gilbert is an inside cat who is determined not to go outside until his owner puts him out against his will. 155 Gilbert's ghost train "Metzenthen, David" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781865044590 7-9 "Is Gilbert real or a ghost? Martin doesn't much care - at least he is helping to distract his brother from his illness. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 16011 Gina the dancing queen "Alo, Marisa" Windy Hollow Books 2009 9781921136542 3-4 "Gina is a giraffe who desperately wants to dance but she always gets tangled up when she tries. With plenty of determination, Gina joins the Rhythms Dance School." 6422 Ginger "Mattingley, Christobel" Penguin 1997 9780140387896 3-4 "Hugo and Harriet love all their pets. But for Hugo, his rabbit, Ginger, is the best pet he's ever had. When Hugo returns from his holiday he has a very hard lesson to learn about life." 12060 Ginger "Voake, Charlotte" Walker Books 1997 9780744549348 K-2 "Ginger has a problem. Having lived a life of luxury as a pampered cat, he's suddenly confronted with a kitten in the house." 4972 "Ginger Green play date queen: New friend, The" "Kane, Kim & Davis, Jon (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2016 9781760127701 K-2 "Ginger is playing with Skye today.But what happens when Skye won't let her dad leave? A story of two new friends, sharing their love of dance and overcoming being shy." 17071 Ginger McFlea will not clean her teeth "Fox, Lee & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Lothian Books 2010 9780734411297 3-4 "Ginger McFlea refuses to clean her teeth, no matter what any of her family says or does. A visit to the dentist and a call to the tooth fairy change her mind, with amazing results." 1901 "Giraffe and the pelly and me, The" "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2002 9780140568196 3-4 "The Giraffe's magic neck can stretch to thirty feet long and the Pelican's enormous beak carries water like a bucket. Together, with a lively monkey, they are the Ladderless Window-Cleaning Company and never has cleaning windows been such fun." 30771 "Giraffe in the bath, A" "Fox, Mem & Rawson, Olivia & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670072132 K-2 "A giraffe in the bath, a frog in the flour, a crocodile with style. This very funny picture book suggests increasingly silly and hilarious possibilities. Lots of fun for every reader, with wonderful, giggle-inducing illustrations." 12169 "Giraffe who got in a knot, The" "Bush, John & Geraghty, Paul (ill)" Red Fox 1999 9780099596202 3-4 "A giraffe struggles to undo a tight knot in his long neck but his efforts only make it worse. The other brilliantly illustrated, and not so helpful, animal characters add to the humour." 11929 Giraffes can't dance "Andreae, Giles & Parker-Rees, Guy (ill)" Orchard Books 2000 9781841215655 K-2 "Gerald, the giraffe, desperately wants to be able to dance with all the animals at the Jungle Dance. But, the other jungle animals laugh at him because he can't dance. Perhaps Gerald is just dancing to a different tune." 21630 "Girl from the Great Sandy Desert, The" "Chuguna, Jukuna Mona & Lowe, Pat & Street, Mervyn (ill)" Magabala Books 2015 9781922142054 7-9 "Twenty short stories that tell the story of Mana, a young Walmajarri girl growing up in the Great Sandy Desert. The harshness of the landscape, the importance of water, how hunting was carried out, the complexity of family relationships and the obligations of kinship are captured at a time before European settlement dramatically changed the traditional way of life. Includes a Walmajarri pronunciation guide and language glossary." 9334 "Girl from the sea, The" "Aldridge, James" Penguin 2002 9780143001126 7-9 "An intriguing summer adventure where thirteen year old Beau meets wild, irrepressible Lelee, a girl from the sea. Together with Beau's younger sister, they search in their boat for a box believed to contain a fortune, but smugglers are looking too. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5033 Girl hearts girl "Sutcliffe, Lucy" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781407154152 7-9 Lucy always knew that her idea of Prince Charming was different to that of other girls. And then she meets Kaelyn online and everything starts to make sense. Maybe her Prince Charming is a girl. An inspiring and uplifting memoir about falling in love and finding yourself. 14684 "Girl like me, A" "Matthews, Penny" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143011484 7-9 "In a Victorian farming community, Emmie's mother takes on Bertha to help with the chores and the two girls become friends. Emmie discovers Bertha's terrible secrets and their lives intertwine. Based on true events and containing adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 567893 Girl on wire "Estela, Lucy & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143787167 K-2 "She stands, motionless, as the cold breeze bites her cheeks. She stands for hours, but the girl on wire knows that she must begin. A story about courage and confidence while growing up." 12344 Girl underground "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin 2004 9780143300465 5-6 "Bridget wants a quiet life, including, if possible, keeping her parents out of prison. A boy called Menzies makes her an offer she can't refuse. They set off on a desperate, daring adventure to rescue two kids from a detention centre in the desert." 50321 "Girl who brought mischief, The" "Nannestad, Katrina" ABC Books 2013 9780733332005 5-6 Ten year old Inge Maria comes to live on a tiny island in Denmark with her grandmother. She is strict and the villagers too think that girls should not run wild or speak too much. Inge tries to fit in but her fun loving mischief and mishaps start to change the way the villagers feel. 35614 "Girl who fell into a book, The" "Lawrinson, Julia & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143301820 3-4 "Annie loves reading more than anything else. One day, when she is reading her favourite fairy book, something really amazing happens." 4876 "Girl who rode the wind, The" "Gregg, Stacy" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008124311 5-6 "Twelve-year-old Lola is desperate to become a jockey. And when her grandmother takes her to Italy for the summer, it seems like those dreams are coming true. The ultimate street race, the Palio, awaits her! But as Lola learns more about the Palio, she discovers dark family secrets that has hung over their name ever since the Second World War. Can Lola prove herself against the toughest of riders? And can she heal the heartbreak that has haunted her family all these years?" 1910 "Girl with no name, The" "Lowe, Pat" Penguin 1994 9780140369533 7-9 "Matthew sets off alone to find Aboriginal rock paintings that he knows are hidden in Goanna Gorge. When Matthew realises he is lost, the strange, wild country seems to mock him with its secrets until he meets the girl with no name." 23779 "Girl with the butterfly tattoo, The" "Miller, Dannielle" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 2012 9781742752556 7-9 "The butterfly is a symbol of transformation. It reminds us that we are all able to change. We can make choices and we are in control. We can choose to replace the messages that shout 'You are not enough' - not hot enough, thin enough, talented enough, popular enough. This story encourages girls to question the limiting messages our culture keeps pushing: that a girl's greatest worth is her looks, and beauty comes in only one size and shape. It inspires and empowers girls to find their strength and be true to their own hearts and minds. " 14751 "Girl, the dog and the writer in Rome, The" "Nannestad, Katrina" ABC Books 2017 9780733338175 5-6 "For the first ten years of her life, Freja and her mother Clementine have roamed the Arctic in search of zoological wonders. Happy, content, together. Freja and Clem. Clem and Freja. But now, everything is changing, and Clementine must send Freja away to live with her old friend Tobias, a bestselling crime writer and, quite possibly, the most absent-minded man on earth. Tobias is not used to life with a child, and Freja isn't used to people at all, but together they stumble into an Italian adventure so big that it will change things forever." 11564 Girls are best "Toksvig, Sandi" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9780385615242 7-9 "For as long as history has been recorded, girls haven't had much of a look in amongst all the great men we remember. But that doesn't mean they weren't there. And it doesn't mean that they didn't achieve great things, come up with wonderful inventions or win battles. Read the history of her-story." 4081 Give peas a chance and other funny stories "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin Books Australia 2007 9780143302629 5-6 "Fourteen clever, funny tales, featuring a host of crazy characters. While Ginger and her dog organise the ultimate party, Wilton the worm meets Aristotle the nose germ in an unexpected location and Ben tries to save the world by not eating his vegetables." 156 "Giver, The" "Lowry, Lois" HarperCollins US 2003 9780007141425 7-9 "The haunting story centers on twelve-year-old Jonas, who lives in a seemingly ideal, if colorless, world of conformity and contentment. Not until he is given his life assignment as the Receiver of Memory does he begin to understand the dark, complex secrets behind his fragile community." 157 "Gizmo, The" "Jennings, Paul" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140370904 5-6 "When a boy steals a Gizmo for a dare, weird things began to happen." 3068 "Glass collector, The" "Perera, Anna" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2011 9780732291532 7-9 "In Cairo, fifteen year old Aaron makes a living gathering garbage. But, Aaron has dreams of a better life, which includes Rachel who looks after the ponies that pull the stinking garbage carts. Aaron's skill at sorting glass is the only thing that keeps him alive. His mother is dead and his stepfather and stepbrother bully him. Aaron makes a choice that changes his life. Usually read by students in Years 9,10 or above." 10974 Glass sword "Aveyard, Victoria" Orion 2016 9781409159353 7-9 "Mare Barrow has Silver ability, the power to control lightning. As she makes her escape from Maven, the prince and friend who betrayed her, Mare discovers she is not the only one of her kind. Pursued by Maven, Mare sets out to recruit other Red-and-Silver fighters to join in the struggle against her oppressors. But, Mare finds herself on a deadly path, at risk of becoming the kind of monster she is trying to defeat. Sequel to The red queen. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 21014 "Glasshouse, The" "Collins, Paul & Thompson, Jo (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2010 9781921665042 3-4 "Clara's glasshouse world is perfect, growing perfect pumpkins in her pure and flawless home. A stranger arrives and the precious world begins to change." Glister series "Watson, Andi" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4290 Glitch "Worthington, Michelle & Plant, Andrew (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272710 K-2 "Glitch spends his life searching through mountains of mouldy mess at the dump. He wants to make the fastest billycart ever! This year, he will be competing in the Big Race! But will his twitch stop him from winning?" 1242 Glog "Goodhart, Pippa & Maland, Nick (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406304053 3-4 "Glog's tribe have left without him and now he has to fend for himself, with help from new friends Echo, Shadow and Water Boy." 5756 Gloria's voice "Lewis, Aura" Sterling Publishing Co 2018 9781454926665 3-4 "Gloria Steinem is known as a leader of the feminist movement and a trailblazer who fights for equality for all people. This unofficial biography for young readers tells her story, from being a young girl with big dreams to her inspiring travels in India to the launch of Ms. (a magazine), which gave women a voice. Gloria's message of believing in yourself and following your dreams will inspire a whole new generation. " 18555 "Glory garage, The" "Jamal, Nadia & Chandab, Taghred" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741146493 7-9 "A collection of stories about young women's experiences and dilemmas growing up as Lebanese Muslims in Australia. Humorous and empathetic insight into one of our diverse cultural groups, explaining customs and breaking down stereotypes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5355 Go go and the silver shoes "Goodwin, Jane & Walker, Anna" Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143785521 K-2 "When Go Go is allowed to buy the most beautiful shoes ever, she decides she will wear them EVERYWHERE! Even to the creek, where she and her brothers go adventuring. But - oh no, something terrible happens . . . " 38395 "Go home, cheeky animals" "Bell, Johanna & Beasley, Dion (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760291655 K-2 "At Canteen Creek where we live, there are cheeky dogs everywhere. But, when the cheeky goats, donkeys, buffaloes and camels make mischief in the camp, the dogs just lie there. That is, until those pesky animals really go too far. Then, the cheeky camp dogs roar into action." 6703 Go Jojo go "Bickford, Tessa & Castles, Jennifer" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781743310175 K-2 "Jojo the gentoo penguin was born on an island in the Southern Ocean, halfway between Australia and Antarctica. From her nest she can see the beach, and she just can't wait to go to sea." 17560 "Go to sleep, Jessie" "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (Ill)" Little Hare Books 2014 9781742977805 K-2 "Ever since baby Jessie moved into her big sister's room, she wakes and she screams and screams. Nothing will make her sleep. Not a teddy. Not a changed nappy. Not even a bedtime story." 21698 "Go, dog, go" "Eastman, P D" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2006 9780007225460 K-2 "A humorous book, full of brightly coloured, busy dogs and fun use of language. Ideal for beginning readers." 15142 Goal "McNaughton, Colin" Collins 2002 9780007711161 K-2 Preston Pig is on the loose with unequalled world class football skills. Mister Wolf doesn't stand a chance. 113949 Goal: how football conquered the world "Chambers, Catherine" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031576 7-9 "Football can be traced to ancient times. Read how the rules have changed, when football was banned and where football was played. The index will help you find when world cups were held and who played and about FIFA and famous players." 9372 Goanna jumps high Urandangi State School Magabala Books 1999 9781875641451 5-6 "Students try to win a high jump contest in a zone sports competition but, to do this, their goanna must jump higher than a competing kangaroo. Illustrated by primary pupils." 7782 "Goanna was hungry, The" "James, Ann & Morgan, Sally " Indigenous Literacy Foundation 2016 9780994465412 K-2 "Imagine being at a camp in the Great Victorian Desert. Imagine being one of the ten lucky kids chosen to work with two of Australia's best-loved author-illustrators. Kids from Tjuntjuntjara, Mt Margaret, Menzies and Melbourne spent five days at a writing and illustrating camp on Spinifex Country. This is their book and their stories." 46435 "Goannas of no 1 Martin Place, The" "Steggall, Vicki & Snell, Danny (ill)" ABC Books 2010 9780733324987 3-4 "Moreton lives happily with his Go-ma and Go-pa in the Botanic Gardens in Sydney. However, because of the increasing human population, Moreton's dad decides to search for a new family home, which must be up high, away from humans and in a sunny location. Moreton thinks his new home is perfect but he had not counted on the feral Pitt Street Cat." 11792 Goat and donkey and the noise downstairs "Puttock, Simon & Russell, Julian (ill)" Oxford University Press 2008 9780192728180 K-2 "One night, Goat is woken by a noise downstairs. He is sure there must be burglars in the house. When he goes to Donkey's room and finds the bed empty, Goat is sure that Donkey has been stolen. Goat knows he must be brave and investigate the noise." 18733 "Goat who sailed the world, The" "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2006 9780207200779 5-6 "Isaac, twelve, has joined Captain Cook's ship as a master's servant. He's not considered good enough to fetch hay for the goat who provides fresh milk. Over time, a special friendship grows between the goat and Isaac. Some coarse language in context." 14988 "Goat, the duck and the bale of hay, The" "Flynn, Rachel & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Penguin 2004 9780670040438 K-2 "The goat, the duck, the mermaid, the dog and assorted friends set off in a mystical boat with their bale of hay. Simple but poetic language brings this magical tale to life. Well-suited for a newly independent reader." 19151 "Gobbledygook is eating a book, The" "Clarke, Justine & Baysting, Arthur" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670076574 K-2 Something is coming. Can you see? It snuffles and shuffles. What can it be? Look! Look! It's a Gobbledygook! It's ripping up pages and eating a book! 2278 "Gobbling tree, The" "Carthew, Mark & Boyer, Susy (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2008 9781921042973 K-2 Join Zac and his friends as they try to retrieve their belongings from a tree that is determined to keep everything that lands in it. 4009 "Goblin and the empty chair, The" "Fox, Mem & Dillon, Leo & Diane (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670074211 3-4 "In a time long past, in a land far away, a family has suffered an unspeakable loss. Their lives are full of grief and hard work. But, a lonely goblin, a hermit from the world, has been watching. And he knows what to do to help them heal with acts of unnoticed kindness. Little does he know that he is being watched." 3025 Goblin mafia wars: Wanted dead or deader "Green,D C " Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272208 5-6 "Goblin Mafia Wars is action packed, monster filled adventure that will have you hooked from the opening pages. You will laugh and you will squirm as the race to save the world's last dragon's eggs and halt a full blown goblin war gets under way. Can the dragons be saved? And will earth be spared?" Goblin series "Kelleher, Victor" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4953 Goblins & ghosties: Stories of darkness from around the world "Pearson, Maggie" Bloomsbury 2015 9781472913692 5-6 "If you like stories that are a bit dark and creepy or make you jump when things go bump in the night then this is the book for you. Filled with traditional tales from around the world about ghosts and ghouls, the biggest problem might be getting to sleep after reading them. Including twenty-five tales about vampires, demon dogs, ghosts, brownies werewolves and much more this is a great book for all lovers of fairy tales, folk tales, and ghost stories and for those who just love the scary stuff!" 158 "God beneath the sea, The" "Garfield, Leon & Blishen, Edward" Hamilton 1997 9780241139554 5-6 A recreation of Greek legends. 6968 God is "Macleod, Mark & Schell, Kirrily (ill)" ABC Books 2009 9780733323805 3-4 "A book that helps to explain spirituality to the very young. It provides a general look at where God is in all the things that make up a young child's life such as friendship, love, play, family and nature." 33722 "Godwits, The" "Pickworth, Bruce & Robertson, Lorraine (ill)" Bullawai Books 2016 9780994611802 5-6 A boy in China is waiting. The godwits will soon land on his favourite beach. But things are changing and there are plans to build houses on this very beach. Wei is determined this will not happen. A new leader has been chosen to lead the godwits from Australia to Wei's beach. Will the birds make it and will the beach still be there. A book about one brave bird and one heroic boy. 159 Goggle-eyes "Fine, Anne" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2001 9780141307541 7-9 "Kitty hates her mum's boyfriend, whom she calls Goggle-eyes. Yet, when he leaves, Kitty finds that she misses him." 15143 "Gogo fish, the story of the WA state fossil emblem" "Long, John" Western Australian Museum 2005 9781920843083 5-6 "In 1986, a 375 million year old fossil fish was discovered in Western Australia. This book tells how the Gogo fish fossil was discovered and how a campaign by students at a Perth primary school helped to make it the state's fossil emblem." 1989 Going bush with Grandpa "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742990262 3-4 "Pete and his Grandpa are heading off on a camping trip to prospect for gold. Maybe they will find enough gold so they can go on a big city holiday. But, first, Pete has to survive Grandpa's cooking." 83685 Going for broke "McKinlay, Meg" Walker Books 2008 9781921150616 5-6 "Nathan Foley wants more than just a participation award, he wants to be in the book of world records. His hairbrain attempts to break a world record with his two, less than helpful friends, Ronnie and Weasel, are more likely to result in his death by misadventure than great recognition." 160 Going for kalta: hunting for sleepy lizards at Yalata "Edwards, Yvonne & Day, Brenda" IAD Press 2004 9781864650129 5-6 "Kalta is the Aboriginal word meaning """"sleepy lizard"""". In this picture book, the reader is shown how the Yalata community catch and cook kalta." 12085 Going home "Wild, Margaret & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921529047 K-2 "You'll never find Hugo whining that he's bored. Even in hospital, when there isn't much else to do except look out the window, he can amuse himself, especially with a zoo next door. Hugo inspires all the other children that he meets." 12180 Going on a school trip "Church, Diane" Watts 2000 9780749636708 K-2 "Georgia, a young schoolgirl who is blind, enjoys a school excursion." 12181 Going shopping "Church, Diane" Watts 2000 9780749636715 K-2 "Sara has muscular dystrophy and uses a wheelchair. Sara and Moya go shopping, have lunch and buy each other treats on their day out." 569198 Going to the volcano "Stanton, Andy & Ordonez, Miguel (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2018 9781444933444 K-2 Dwayne and Jane-i want to see the volcano! They'll ride a great dance-o to see the volcano! And climb up a crane-o to see the volcano! What could possible go wrong? 18271 Gold "Hill, David" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781741669251 7-9 "Australia's gold rushes of the nineteenth century produced tremendous wealth and population growth for the struggling Australian colonies. People from all walks of life made the perilous journey to the goldfields, returning either fabulously wealthy or demoralised and broke. It was a time of huge political, social and cultural change. Includes diaries, journals, letters, official reports, newspaper articles of the time. A challenging read. Usually read by students in Years 9,10 or above." 18393 Gold quest "Biesty, Stephen & Hooper, Meredith (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340788585 5-6 "Trace the journey of a gold mask in Egypt centuries ago. It is melted down to become a prize at the Colosseum, a gift for Queen Elizabeth I, counterfeit coins, a toothpick holder at Versailles, gold buttons on a waistcoat and a necklace in New York." 91928 "Golden day, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742374710 7-9 Eleven little school girls are taken on an unexpected field trip to the gardens and they meet a poet. What follows is inexplicable and a shocking scandal. Will they tell what they know. 1944 Goldfever "D'Ath, Justin & Tonkin, Rachel (ill)" Penguin 2001 9780141309392 3-4 "While playing with his dog, Austin finds a gold nugget at Goldmine Park. Later that day, he must play there in his Grand Final. The nugget is going to pose a real problem." 37699 "Goldfish boy, The" "Thompson, Lisa" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781407170992 5-6 "Matthew likes everything to be very clean and stays safe in his room to keep away from germs. He watches his neighbours but hates going outside. When a toddler goes missing Matthew is the last person to have seen him alive. Can Matthew overcome his fears, turn detective and solve the crime?" 4938 Goldilocks and just the one bear "Hodgkinson, Leigh" Nosy Crow Ltd 2012 9780857630438 K-2 "Many years have passed since Goldilocks caused chaos at the Bears' house in the woods. Find out what happens when Little Bear, as was, wanders out of his fairytale and into the big city, rather smart apartment where Goldilocks now lives." 34144 "Goldseekers, The" "Bastian, Greg" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2006 9780207200847 5-6 "It is the 1850s on the Australian goldfields. People are caught up in the, often violent, grip of gold fever. Miju and her brother, kidnapped from their homeland, are working to earn their passage home. Racism and robbery make their quest more difficult." 78863 "Goldsmith's daughter, The" "Landman, Tanya" Walker Books 2008 9781406307078 7-9 "As an Aztec maiden, Itacate is destined to a lifetime of submission and domestic drudgery until the Spanish invaders come and violently turn her world of savage blood sacrifices and cultural boundaries upside down. Her strength of character, great skill in her father's profession and her love for a young invader help her endure tragedy and hardship in a harsh adult world. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 551 Good boy Fergus "Shannon, David" Blue Sky Press 2006 9780439490276 K-2 "Fergus, the West Highland terrier, is a pampered pet who loves to do all the things that dogs love to do." 6714 "Good day, good night" "Wise Brown, Margaret & Long, Loren (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008261207 K-2 "When the sun comes up and the day begins, the little bunny says good day to all the familiar things outside. To the birds in the skies and the bees in their hives, to everything one by one. And as the sun starts to set, it's time for the little bunny to say good night. Good night, kitty. Good night, bear. Good night, people everywhere." 2620 Good dog Hank "French, Jackie & Rycroft, Nina" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2014 9780732293642 K-2 "Hank is always a good dog, in his own special way." 8810 Good enough for a sheep station "Cox, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743319031 3-4 "As a boy, the author, David Cox, lived on a sheep station in the dusty outback of Queensland. His lessons came in a brown envelope but, out of doors, his dad was his teacher. David learned the stockman's skills of breaking in and riding horses, mustering sheep and cattle, and how to survive the hardships of drought. When they were out riding, his father would tell interesting stories about old times and characters." 49589 "Good knight, sleep tight" "Melling, David" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2006 9780340860939 K-2 The young prince has a new baby sister who won't stop crying. A brave and loyal knight embarks on a quest to find the fluffiest and softest pillow in the land. 162 Good luck to the rider "Phipson, Joan" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330362740 5-6 A story about the adoption of a foal and a girl's first year at boarding school. 10895 Good morning Mr Pancakes "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742377193 K-2 "It's holiday time for Bee. But, first, the chooks need their toenails painted, the dogs and cats need their bags packed and Gregor needs enough greens for a week. Then, Bee is off to the island." 18447 Good night me "Daddo, Andrew & Quay, Emma (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2005 9780733621123 K-2 "An orangutan youngster goes to sleep, body part by body part, as he is kissed goodnight by his mother. It certainly takes a long time to say goodnight to this cute little fellow." 4431 Good night stories for rebel girls "Favilli, Elena & Cavallo, Francesca" Penguin 2017 9780141986005 7-9 "Good night stories for rebel girls reinvents fairy tales, inspiring children with the stories of 100 heroic women from Elizabeth I to Serena Williams. " 19929 "Good night, sleep tight" "Fox, Mem & Horacek, Judy (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742832579 K-2 "Bonnie and Ben have a favourite babysitter whose much loved nursery rhymes ensure a wonderful, whimsical world before bedtime." 12117 "Good-night, Owl" "Hutchins, Pat" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9781856810883 K-2 "Owl is trying to get to sleep but, every time he shuts his eyes, there is another sound to keep him awake." 186 Goodbye and hello "Corcoran, Clodagh & Tyrrell, Margot (ed.)" Penguin 1993 9780140360578 7-9 "Diverse stories about family ties and personal experiences, written by Australian and Irish authors. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6936 Goodbye stranger "Stead, Rebecca" Text Publishing Co 2015 9781925240320 7-9 "Two years ago, Bridge, Tabitha and Emily made a pact never to fight, ever. Now, in high school, they are still friends but things are changing. Bridge meets Sherm, Emily is getting lots of attention from Patrick and Tab wants to save the world. A plan that quickly spirals out of control threatens their friendship." 4251 Goodly and Grave: In a bad case of kidnap "Windsor, Justine" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008183530 5-6 "Employed as the new boot girl at Grave Hall, Lucy Goodly is in a tough situation. Who will take care of her well-meaning, but gambling parents? How will she get back to her beloved home, and what is REALLY going on at Grave Hall? This is book one in the Goodly and Grave trilogy, featuring magic, exotic animals, adventure and kidnapped children." 11472 Goodly and Grave: In a deadly case of murder "Windsor, Justine" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008183561 5-6 "Lucy Goodly is a magician. Not a very knowledgeable one, and rather young too, but she is learning. Still in the employ of Lord Grave (and Boot Girl of Grave Hall - for all appearances), she and the members of MAAM (Magicians Against the Abuse of Magic) are investigating the thefts of magical items and soil from churchyards. Can Lucy and Lord Grave solve the mystery and stop a seriously magical plot?" 15098 Goodnight Harry "Lewis, Kim" Walker Books 2004 9781844285006 K-2 "Harry, the elephant, can't get to sleep. He tries all sorts of activities to help him get to sleep. Thank goodness for friends." 163 Goodnight Mister Tom "Magorian, Michelle" Puffin UK 2010 9780141329703 7-9 William is evacuated to the countryside during the bombing of English cities in World War II. Mr Tom takes him in and turns his sad life around. 8204 Goodnight Spot "Hill, Eric" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780723244905 K-2 "Join Spot, the puppy, as he goes through his bedtime routine." 43634 "Goodnight, goodnight, construction site" "Duskey Rinker, Sherri & Lichtenheld, Tom (ill)" Chronicle Books 2011 9780811877824 K-2 "As the sun sets on the big construction site, all the hard-working trucks get ready to say goodnight. One by one, Crane Truck, Cement Mixer, Dump Truck, Bulldozer, and Excavator finish their work and lie down to rest, so they'll be ready for another day of rough and tough construction play." 8900 "Goodnight, mice" "Watts, Frances & Watson, Judy" ABC Books 2011 9780733324215 K-2 "It's time for bed but four cheeky mice are skittering, scampering and scurrying, and don't seem very sleepy." 10736 Gordon's got a snookie "Shanahan, Lisa & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781865086903 K-2 "Gordon, the new silverback gorilla at the zoo, cannot understand it. When the animals discover he keeps a snookie, a security blanket, they bully him by teasing. He has tried his best but he thinks he is the loneliest animal in the whole zoo." 51466 "Gorgon in the gully, The" "Marchetta, Melina" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143305613 3-4 "Beyond the basketball courts and classrooms of St Raph's is a gully where everything disappears forever. Danny has heard stories about a creature that lives down there. So, he wonders why he's volunteered to face the Gorgon when he's been petrified of everything all his life. He knows he can't do it alone." 1992 Gorilla "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2002 9780744594393 K-2 "Feeling neglected because her parents are pre-occupied with their own problems, Hannah is a lonely girl who uses her imagination to bring her toy gorilla to life on the night before her birthday." 29436 "Gorilla book: born to be wild, The" "Litchfield, Carla" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030883 5-6 "Gorillas are the world's biggest primate. They are often portrayed as aggressive but are actually shy, peaceful and remarkably intelligent vegetarians." 9970 "Gorilla suit, The" "Kelleher, Victor & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Penguin 2002 9780143300175 3-4 Amusing story of a boy in his gorilla suit who becomes confused with a real gorilla and gets swapped over for a day. Goth Girl series NEW 2019 "Riddell, Chris" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function at the top of the screen." 49135 Gotta B "Carmichael, Claire" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741662986 7-9 "In the near future, all communication devices are linked to individual users, no-one can use an electronic item belonging to someone else. The worst possible fate is to lose that link and become a disconnect. If you can't connect with your friends, you might as well cease to exist." 164 Gowie Corby plays chicken "Kemp, Gene" Penguin 1984 9780140313222 5-6 "Gowie is not a chicken but spending the night at Cricklepit School, where ghosts are rumoured to roam, is a big dare to accept." 4755 Grace "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670073900 5-6 "Eleven year old Grace knows only one world of her mum, dad, twin brothers and the strict religious community they belong to. Her relationship with God is central to her life but Grace is also stubborn, outspoken and independent. When her dad is thrown out of the church for asking questions, Grace is torn between staying in the church and keeping her family together." 569134 Grace and fury "Banghart, Tracy" Hachette Children's Books 2018 9781444941951 7-9 "In a world where women have no rights, sisters Serina and Nomi face two very different fates: one in the palace, the other on an island prison where women must fight to survive. Serina has spent her whole life preparing to become a Grace - selected to stand by the heir to the throne as a shining example of the perfect woman. But her headstrong and rebellious younger sister has a dangerous secret, and one wrong move could cost both sisters everything. Can Serina fight? And will Nomi win? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 29846 Grace and Katie "Merritt, Susanne & Anelli, Liz (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335545 K-2 "Twins Grace and Katie have only one thing in common: they love to draw! But Grace likes her drawings to be neat and orderly, while Katie loves hers to be bright and bold. They each decide to create their own map. But that doesn't work out quite as well as they'd planned. Perhaps working together will help?" 4924 Gracefully Grayson "Polonsky, Amy" Disney Press 2014 9781423185277 7-9 "Raised as a boy, twelve year old Grayson has never felt comfortable in her own skin and longs to be able to express her true gender identity. She is a loner, eating her lunch in the library, trying to avoid the class bullies. Home is not much better. Although she has lived with her aunt, uncle and two cousins for years, she isn't close to them. They don't know the real Grayson. No one does. But, when Grayson impulsively signs up for school play tryouts and then auditions for the leading role, things begin to change." 5092 Gracey "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237072 7-9 "It's school holidays and Gracey is coming home to Cunningham, a remote country town. Everything looks different, even frightening. When her brother, Dougy, finds three aboriginal bones, a chain of events causes Gracey to reconnect with her Aboriginal heritage. Includes coarse language and adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 3917 Gracie and Josh "Gervay, Susanne & Geddes, Serena (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2013 9781921665851 3-4 "Gracie and Josh are brother and sister who laugh, play and fight, but they also face a sad world where someone is sick and there are good days and bad days in their family." 12359 Gracie and the emperor "Broome, Errol" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9780186508880 5-6 "Gracie has been told many stories about the emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte, who will stop at nothing to rule the world. When the dreaded man comes to the island where Gracie lives, she wants to run away but she has nowhere to go." 64682 Graffiti moon "Crowley, Cath" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330425780 7-9 "Lucy is in love with Shadow, a mysterious graffiti artist. Ed thought he was in love with Lucy, until she broke his nose. Dylan loves Daisy, but throwing eggs at her probably wasn't the best way to show it. An intense and exhilarating twenty-four hours in the lives of four teenagers on the verge of adulthood and of finding out just who they are, and who they want to be. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 165 Graffiti on the fence "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 1999 9780141305196 7-9 "Three friends seem to be on the verge of juvenile delinquency, terrorising an old woman who then comes to their aid when one of them is threatened." 3448 "Grand, genius summer of Henry Hoobler, The" "Shanahan, Lisa" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293017 3-4 "Henry Hoobler is a reluctant adventurer who is worried about his summer holiday camping at the beach: bugs, spiders, snakes, stingers, blue-ringed octopi and sharks. Worst of all, his family and friends are pushing him to ride his new silver bike - without training wheels. But when Henry meets Cassie, he discovers that courage is there to be found when you have a friend who is straight-up and true." 9339 "Grandad tree, The" "Cooke, Trish & Wilson, Sharon" Walker Books 2001 9780744578751 5-6 An apple tree in the garden represents the changing stages of life. Children play in the tree's shade with their grandad in summer and rake its leaves in autumn. The continuing presence of the tree supports them as they come to accept his death. 166 Grandad's gifts "Jennings, Paul & Goldthorpe, Peter (ill)" Penguin 1998 9780140548129 5-6 Shane's curiosity gets the better of him as he must know what is in the forbidden cupboard. 12213 Grandad's magic "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2002 9780744589160 K-2 "Alison loves Grandad's magic. She is shocked when, one Sunday, Grandad attempts his greatest trick of all and juggles with disaster." 1997 Grandad's teeth "Clement, Rod" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1997 9780207090394 K-2 An off-beat picture book in which grandad wakes to discover his false teeth are missing from his bedside table. The family rushes to help and soon a hunt is on to find the thief. 1998 Grandfather "Baker, Jeannie" Scholastic Australia 1994 9781863880886 K-2 "Grandfather has a junk shop which is a delightful place for his granddaughter to explore, play and dress up in. A wordless picture book told through beautiful collages." 28007 "Grandfather's war, My" "Harper, Glyn & Cooper, Jenny (ill)" Exisle Publishing 2018 9781775592990 3-4 "Sarah loves spending time with her Grandpa, but she knows there is a part of his life that makes him sad. When he was a young man he fought in the Vietnam War. Sarah wants to find out more and her Grandpa shares a story of bravery and friendship, and what impact war has on everyone." 25984 Grandfather's wrinkles "England, Kathryn & McFarland, Richard (ill)" Flashlight Press 2007 9780972922593 3-4 "As Lucy's fingers trace each crease on her Grandad's lined face, she wants to know why Grandad's skin doesn't fit anymore. He tells her what joyful event caused each wrinkle to appear." 10403 Grandma "Shepherd, Jessica" Child's Play International Ltd 2014 9781846435973 K-2 "Oscar loves Grandma and their time together is always lots of fun. As she becomes less able to look after herself, she has to go into a care home." 167 Grandma Cadbury's water world "Bates, Dianne" Hodder & Stoughton 1997 9780733604720 5-6 "Life is never dull with Grandma Cadbury, especially at a beach resort." 47260 Grandma forgets "Russell, Paul & Johnston, Nicky (ill)" Exisle Publishing 2017 9781925335477 K-2 "Over the years, a little girl has built up a treasure trove of memories of time spent with her Grandma: sausages for Sunday lunch, driving in her sky-blue car to the beach, climbing her apple trees while she baked a delicious apple pie, and her comforting hugs during wild storms. But now, Grandma can't remember those memories. She makes up new rules for old games and often hides Dad's keys. Sometimes Dad is sad because he has to hold onto the memories for both him and his mother now, but fortunately his daughter is more than happy to help him make new memories to share." 9615 Grandma fox "Ahlberg, Allan & Amstutz, Andre (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2000 9780140564020 K-2 "The chickens are in danger once more as Fast Fox fancies a chicken sandwich. He disguises himself as a grandma, a doctor and a postman as he plots to catch the unsuspecting chickens." 21596 Grandma Wombat "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9780732299590 K-2 "She eats. She sleeps. She scratches. And, like all grandmas, she thinks her grandson is the best-behaved baby ever. But, this baby has other ideas." 8404 Grandma's place "Stead, James & Gardner, Marjory (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2008 9781921136290 K-2 "For those of you lucky enough to have a grandmother, this book asks lots of questions about what your granny likes to eat and talk about, who she visits, what she's good at and lots of other things." 12103 Grandma's shoes "Hathorn, Libby & Magerl, Caroline (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733611780 5-6 "When a young girl's grandmother dies, she hears the comment, 'Who will ever step into her shoes?' She finds grandma's shoes and goes on a journey, filled with images of her beloved grandma. Powerfully depicts healing after a loved one's death." 6898 Grandma's week off "McKinlay, Helen & Smith, Craig (ill)" ABC Books 2003 9780733312120 3-4 "Grandma wakes up one Monday morning and decides to do something more exciting than make marmalade. An incredible week of adventure follows, culminating in a trip to the moon." 5515 Grandmother "Baker, Jeannie" Scholastic Australia 1994 9781863880893 K-2 A special bond exists between a grandmother and her grandchild as they explore the overgrown jungle which is also grandmother's garden of memories. A wordless picture book told through beautiful collages. 6944 Grandpa "Norman, Lilith & Young, Noela (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781876289249 3-4 "Through Blake's eyes, Grandpa is revealed as a real pain in the neck. He took over Blake's room, left ash and tobacco everywhere and told boring stories. Grandpa was also really good at mending stuff and he could create wonders out of horseshoe nails." 2314 Grandpa Green "Smith, Lane" Roaring Book Press 2011 9781596436077 3-4 "Grandpa Green wasn't always a gardener. He was a farmboy, a kid with chickenpox, a soldier and, most of all, an artist. Follow Grandpa Green's great-grandson into the garden he created, a fantastic world where memories are handed down in the fanciful shapes of topiary trees, and imagination recreates things forgotten." 12292 Grandpa and Thomas "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2003 9780670041572 K-2 "Thomas and Grandpa go to the beach. The sun is shining, the gulls are screeching and the sea is singing. This lovely picture book gently unfolds the special relationship between a grandfather and his grandchild." 506 Grandpa and Thomas and the green umbrella "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2006 9780670029730 K-2 Plenty of adventure with Thomas and Grandpa when they spend a day at the beach. 17158 Grandpa baby "Wild, Margaret & Niland, Deborah (ill)" Viking Children's 2009 9780670071746 K-2 "While Mum and Dad are working, Grandpa looks after Georgie. They read stories, plant flowers and play dress-ups. One day, Georgie decides they should swap roles. Find out what Georgie and Grandpa Baby get up to, now that Georgie is in charge." 5929 Grandpa for sale "Enderle, Dotti & Sansum, Vicki & Gentry, T Kyle (ill)" Flashlight Press 2007 9780972922586 3-4 "While Lizzie is in charge of the antique shop and grandpa is sleeping on the Louis XVI sette, she has a customer. But, amongst other things, Mrs Bradley Larchmont, the Third, wants to buy grandpa and she doesn't like no for an answer." 15039 Grandpa's angel "Bauer, Jutta" Walker Books 2005 9781844280346 5-6 Grandpa tells his grandson about his life and guardian angel during a dark period in history. Watercolour illustrations add to this endearing story. 4024 Grandpa's big adventure "Newman, Paul & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780670078172 K-2 "I'm afraid of the water but Grandpa loves it, and he's teaching me to swim. If I can swim, maybe I'll have adventures like him one day." 12283 Grandpa's cardigan "Watson, Joy & Hodder, Wendy (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 1993 9781869432263 K-2 "Grandma decides Grandpa needs a new cardigan. He agrees, so Grandma gives his old one away. But, finding just the right new cardigan to replace his favourite proves difficult for Grandpa. When he finds one, Grandma is in for a surprise." 4357 Grandpa's great escape "Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780008135195 5-6 "Jack's Grandpa wears his slippers to the supermarket, serves up tinned tongue for dinner and often doesn't remember Jack's name. But, he can still take to the skies in a speeding Spitfire and save the day." 12282 Grandpa's shorts "Watson, Joy & Hodder, Wendy (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 2001 9781869431563 K-2 "When the family invite Grandma and Grandpa to the beach, Grandpa begins to hunt for his beach shorts. Grandma doesn't want Grandpa to wear his old beach shorts but he is determined to find them. The kids think he looks pretty cool." 12071 Grandpa's slippers "Watson, Joy" Ashton Scholastic 1989 9780908643677 K-2 "Grandma wants to throw out Grandpa's old tattered slippers. Everyday, he finds them hidden in a different place." 569499 Grandpa's space adventure "Newman, Paul & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Penguin 2018 9780143785569 K-2 "I'm scared of the dark, but Grandpa says we can still have FUN so he's taking me camping. Maybe I'll be able to have space adventures like him one day." 2004 Grandpa's stories "Tonkin, Rachel" Roland Harvey Books 1996 9780949714442 3-4 A young boy describes the times spent with his grandfather and the wonderful stories he shared. His grandfather is affected by Alzheimer's disease. The boy wants to remember his grandpa without the disease. 45705 Granny Rags "Reid, Janet" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2013 9781922120250 5-6 "Shy and over-protected, Tim is the new kid in a small country town. He's slow to make friends and becomes involved with the school bully. Tim is pressured into visiting a mysterious, old woman, Granny Rags, a reclusive old lady, rumoured to be a witch. Tim gradually finds out Granny Rags' story and one visit turns to several. Soon, Tim find himself involved in a mess of corruption, secrets and danger." 168 Granny was a buffer girl "Doherty, Berlie" Puffin Australia 2004 9780141318059 7-9 Jess is intrigued with her grandmother's life as a buffer girl in a cutlery shop in Sheffield. 46922 Granny's place "Paterson, Allison & McGrath, Shane (ill)" Big Sky Publishing 2016 9781925275636 K-2 "Granny and Pa's farm was the best place in the world, brimming with treasures of the past and endless adventures to be had. Time brings change and new beginnings." 2003 Granpa "Burningham, John" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780099434085 K-2 "Granpa nurses his grand-daughter's dolls, mistakes her strawberry-flavoured, pretend icecream for chocolate, takes her tobogganing in the snow and falls in with her imaginary plans to captain a ship to Africa, like all good granpas should." 9313 "Grave catastrophe, A" "Hilton, Nette" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404947 5-6 "An ex-guide dog, now retired, must use all his seeing-eye dog skills to solve the murder of one of the neighbourhood cats. He tells the story of the crime for which he stands accused and which he must solve to be acquitted." 9977 "Graveyard book, The" "Gaiman, Neil" Bloomsbury 2009 9780747594802 7-9 "Bod appears to be a very normal boy, except that Bod is short for Nobody Owens, and Mr and Mrs Owens are not his real parents. Since babyhood, he has been raised and educated by ghosts trying to protect him from the mysterious Jack who has already brutally stabbed Bod's whole family. No one is to be trusted. For mature readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 21185 "Graveyard book, The: Graphic novel Volume 1" "Gaiman, Neil & Russel, P. Craig (ill and adapt)" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408858998 7-9 "The first volume of a glorious two-volume, four-colour graphic novel adaptation of Neil Gaiman's #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning novel The Graveyard Book. Bod is an unusual boy who inhabits an unusual place - he's the only living resident of a graveyard. Raised from infancy by the ghosts, werewolves, and other cemetery denizens, Bod has learned the antiquated customs of his guardians' time as well as their ghostly teachings - such as the ability to Fade so mere mortals cannot see him. Can a boy raised by ghosts face the wonders and terrors of the worlds of both the living and the dead?" 21182 "Graveyard Book, The: Graphic novel Volume 2" "Gaiman, Neil & Russel, P. Craig (ill and adapt)" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408859001 7-9 "The second volume of a glorious two-volume, four-colour graphic novel adaptation of Neil Gaiman's #1 New York Times bestselling and Newbery Medal-winning novel The Graveyard Book. Bod is an unusual boy who inhabits an unusual place - he's the only living resident of a graveyard. Raised from infancy by the ghosts, werewolves, and other cemetery denizens, Bod has learned the antiquated customs of his guardians' time as well as their ghostly teachings - such as the ability to Fade so mere mortals cannot see him. Can a boy raised by ghosts face the wonders and terrors of the worlds of both the living and the dead?" 16458 "Great animal search, The" "Young, Caroline & Jackson, Ian (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746067178 5-6 Packed with puzzles and fascinating facts about animals. 169 Great Australian girls "Geason, Susan" ABC Books 1999 9780733307584 7-9 The biographies of twenty-three remarkable and diverse women who started on the paths to their exceptional lives while they were still girls. Great Australian yarns series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6341 "Great Barrier Reef book: solar powered, The" "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030319 5-6 "The Great Barrier Reef is so huge it can be seen from space and the whole thing runs on solar power. The wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the need to protect it are revealed through beautiful photographs, interesting information and a glossary of terms." 6505 "Great bear, The" "Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921529696 3-4 "Year after year, a dancing circus bear spends her days in a cage and her nights perfoming for a crowd. The bear longs for freedom." 12863 "Great big animal ask, The" "Hathorn, Libby & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406323 K-2 "The animals have great big questions. They are concerned that they are not acceptable; perhaps they are too tall, too growly or too spiky. It turns out that they are all just right, they just didn't know for what they were right." 37135 Great buildings "Clements, Gilllian" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847800367 5-6 "Throughout history, people have overcome every challenge to create fantastic buildings that have shaped the world. From the ancient pyramids to the tallest skyscraper, each building has its own history, unique features, brilliant architects and builders. Timelines show other buildings being constructed at the time and how they reflected the societies in which they were designed and built." 12191 "Great castle of Marshmangle, The" "Doyle, Malachy & Hess, Paul (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 1999 9780862647926 K-2 A child meets his grandfather for the first time and goes to stay at his house. He thinks his grandfather is the funniest man he has ever seen. A lively and humorous picture book. 1406 "Great cold, The" "Milroy, Gladys & Morgan, Sally (ed)" Fremantle Press 2009 9781921361586 3-4 "Moon and Sun are fighting over their position in the sky. The earth is in danger of experiencing a cold so intense, it will kill everything on earth. Magpie is torn. She knows there is a good chance she will perish if she doesn't seek shelter with the other animals. But, she can't abandon her nest and her egg." 170 "Great deeds of heroic women, The" "Saxby, Maurice" 1992 9780872263482 5-6 This book profiles eighteen women through the ages. 171 "Great deeds of superheroes, The" "Saxby, Maurice" Millennium Press 1993 9780855749859 5-6 A collection of exciting stories of heroic deeds through the ages. 15055 "Great divide, The" "Dodds, Dayle Ann & Mitchell, Tracy (ill)" Candlewick Press 2005 9780763615925 K-2 A race begins with eighty competitors. Various obstacles keep halving the race until the finish line. There may not be anyone to cross the line and win. 35744 "Great dragon rescue, The" "Robertson, M P" Frances Lincoln 2007 9781845073794 K-2 George needs to think of a clever scheme to rescue the baby dragon and reunite it with its dad. 2014 "Great escape from city zoo, The" "Riddle, Tohby" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780207196089 5-6 "An anteater, elephant, turtle and flamingo break out of the City Zoo and, disguised, manage to blend in for a time and enjoy their freedom in the city. Sepia drawings are a highlight of this escape adventure." 46737 "Great expedition, The" "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2011 9781921042812 K-2 "A team of brave, very young explorers cross wild country to deliver a valuable parcel. The journey is punishing. Some of the young explorers don't make it. But, in the end, two courageous souls will be admired and remembered for many years to come." 1138 "Great garden mystery, The" "Treml, Renee" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857984166 K-2 "Someone is stealing the beetroots, would could it be. Join us in the garden and we'll unravel this mystery." 172 "Great Gilly Hopkins, The" "Paterson, Katherine" HarperTrophy 2003 9780064402019 5-6 Gilly is a foster child who lives in the hope that her beautiful mother will come and claim her. 4292 Great goal! Marvellous mark! "Germein, Katrina & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272673 K-2 Get ready for a great game of footy. There's plenty of action and masses of mud. Who will kick the first goal? Who will take the best mark? And will the yellow team win? 22457 "Great Googly Moogly, The" "Dicmas, Courtney" Child's Play International Ltd 2014 9781846436390 K-2 "Nobody has ever been able to catch the legendary Googly Moogly fish. Stella aims to do just that, with different fishing gear and different bate, she sets out to catch her dream fish." 12470 "Great Gracie chase, The" "Rylant, Cynthia & Teague, Mark (ill)" Blue Sky Press 2001 9780590100410 K-2 "All that Gracie wants is a quiet house. When the painters arrive, in their big, noisy truck, with the clangy ladders and their big-person voices, Gracie barks and barks to tell them to go outside. But, instead, Gracie is put outside." 953 "Great granny gang, The" "Kerr, Judith" HarperCollins Children's Books 2012 9780007467914 K-2 "Grannies have a reputation for being mild, sedate and stay at home knitters. In fact grannies are capable of fixing most problems and so it is with the Great Granny gang whose members foil a burglary. Told in flowing rhyme for reading aloud." 6445 "Great house hunt, The" "Cali, Davide and Boutavant, Marc (ill)" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579295 K-2 "A big and brightly coloured picture book about two ladybirds hunt for the perfect house - led by a tenacious yet clueless real estate agent, Mr Weevil." 12956 "Great Montefiasco, The" "Thompson, Colin & Redlich, Ben (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406149 5-6 The Great Montefiasco never gets anything right. When he meets `The Fabulous Betty' things still go wrong but sometimes two wrongs do make a right. Inspiration and hope for all the lonely people. 12498 Great ocean walk "Novak, Jiri Tibor" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405777 K-2 "When a boy and his father take a walk along the beautiful, wild beaches of the Great Ocean Road, they find lots of interesting treasures. The next question is what will they do with their collection." 9580 "Great piratical rumbustification, The" "Mahy, Margaret" Penguin NZ 1981 9780140312614 3-4 A very funny and exciting adventure about pirates. 10949 "Great plague, a London girl's diary 1665-1666, The" "Oldfield, Pamela" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407104782 5-6 "It is 1665 and the Great Plague is spreading. Thirteen year old Alice Paynton wants to return to London, to the happy life she had there, raised by her father and her Aunt Nell in the time of King Charles II. Her girlhood days turn to fear and horror as the sickness strikes, and Alice's account includes the story of the bubonic plague and the Great Fire of London in 1666." 43464 "Great rabbit chase, The" "Blackwood, Freya" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743811641 K-2 Gumboots is a soft and beautiful rabbit. He has very sharp claws for scratching and very strong teeth for chewing. But what he does best is...escape. Everyone joins in on the great rabbit chase. When they finally catch up to Gumboots he has a wonderful surprise! 20899 "Great race, The" "O'Malley, Kevin" Bloomsbury 2011 9780802723574 3-4 "Lever Lapin is a world famous runner, living a celebrity lifestyle. Nate Tortoise is a simple fellow, who just wants to eat in peace at his favourite restaurant. Fed up with Lever's bragging and the intrusion into his life, Nate is overheard muttering that he could beat Lever in a race. So, the challenge is on." 24305 "Great shave, The" "Scott, Clare" Walker Books 2008 9781921150609 5-6 "Stix and his mates think it's a great idea to temporarily dye their hair green when they go to watch their favourite band, the Screaming Greenie Meanies. But, after the concert, the green will just not wash out. When school goes back and the principal insists the green hair has to go, Stix discovers there is something even worse than green hair. " 22461 "Great space race, The" "Mowll, Joshua" Walker Books 2010 9781406309379 5-6 "Captain Eric 'Ace' Crankshaw and his robot monkey, Barry, enter a race into space so that Eric's family can be debt free with the ten million dollars in prize money. But, musician Eric ends up having to attempt to save the world instead." 14293 "Great switcheroo, The" "Fusillo, Archimede & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302568 5-6 "Best friends Ray, Matty and Lurch are planning their best-ever prank to swap all their neighbours' pets. They think they will be legends but their efforts backfire." 7224 "Great white man-eating shark, The" "Mahy, Margaret" Penguin 1996 9780140554243 3-4 "Norvin, inspired by his own small, sharkish eyes and sharp, sharkish teeth, decides to impersonate a great white man-eating shark so he can have the sea to himself. His plan comes unstuck when a female shark takes a fancy to him." 4142 "Great zoo hullabaloo, The" "Carthew, Mark & Tortop, Anil (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059786 K-2 "When Jess and Jack opened the gates to the zoo, it was strangely deserted. Nobody said boo! Can Jess and Jack discover the mystery of the missing animals?" 2946 "Greatest Gatsby, The: a visual book of grammar" "Riddle, Tohby" Viking Children's 2015 9780670078684 7-9 "Grammar comes alive with stylistic images and typography. A visual journey through the world of grammar, with explanations of the rules and structures we use every day." 43487 "Greatest magician in the world, The" "Edmondson, Matt & Parsons, Garry (ill)" MacMillan 2017 9781509806188 5-6 "Elliot is mad about magic. Completely and utterly mad. It's all he talks about, all he thinks about, and even all he dreams about! And it's not surprising, because magic is in Elliot's blood. His great grandfather had once been known as The Greatest Magician in the World and Elliot is desperate to follow in his footsteps. But it's tricky when the only magic book in the library is missing half its pages, and there's no one around to teach you. But all that's about to change when Elliot discovers a long lost letter from his great grandfather and embarks on a magical adventure that could change his life forever!" 9586 "Greatest treasure of Charlemagne the King, The" "Wheatley, Nadia & Klein, Deborah" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863886994 3-4 "Charlemagne can have whatever he desires, but nothing interests him. He values learning to read far more than the cavalcade of treasures presented for his interest." 7420 "Greedy dog, The" "Dickens, Rosie (retell) & di Chiara, Francesca (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409584841 K-2 "Dog is always on the lookout for food. He finds a juicy bone to eat. But, one bone might not be enough for a greedy dog. A retelling of a classic Aesop fable." 12954 Greek gazette "Fleming, Fergus & Tomlins, Karen (des.) & Dowsell, Paul (ed.)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1997 9780746027554 7-9 "Very funny and historically accurate look at life in ancient Greece, set out in a newspaper layout." 59509 Greek myths "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2006 9781406303476 5-6 "Eight Greek myths are retold in colourful, comic strip style. Read about Theseus, conqueror of the dreaded Minotaur; the mighty Heracles and his twelve tasks; the tragic lovers, Orpheus and Eurydice; Perseus, the Gorgon-slayer; the musician Arion and his rescue by the dolphins; Pandora and her little box of horrors; the feather-clad fliers, Daedalus and Icarus; and the weaving contest between Ariachne and the goddess Athene." 173 Greek myths for young children "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 1994 9780744530759 5-6 A comic book style is used to retell Greek myths for children. 12033 Green eggs and ham "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1983 9780001713062 K-2 Sam-I-am persists in pestering a grumpy grouch to try a plate of green eggs and ham. You never know what you will like until you try it. 5924 Green monkey dreams "Carmody, Isobelle" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379470 7-9 "Within this series of short stories you will never be sure where reality ends and imagination begins. Paths are travelled by a variety of seekers, a boy searches for his true name, a beast discovers hope and a group of pilgrims is led by a song on a ancient journey. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12592 Green Tree Frogs "Kendell, Sandra " Windy Hollow Books 2015 9781922081421 K-2 "Each year, monsoonal rains sweep across the Top End of Australia and the green tree frogs clamber from their hiding places to feed, breed and sing. Celebrate these cheeky characters and their life cycle in the wet season." 4452 Green valentine "Wilkinson, Lili" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760110277 7-9 "Astrid is popular, clever and an environmental activist. Hiro is rude, resentful, and doesn't see the point of school. When they meet, Hiro's wrangling shopping trolleys and doesn't recognise Astrid, who's wearing a lobster suit to highlight a threatened species. She wants to change the world, he wants to survive it. But, ultimately, both believe that the world needs to be saved from itself. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 2037 Greetings from Sandy Beach "Graham, Bob" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1996 9780850917802 K-2 The weekend at Sandy Beach doesn't start well when the whole family leaves home in a flood of tears and discovers a bike gang set up at their campsite. The story is great fun and the bikies turn out to be very helpful. 571643 Gregory and the grimbockle "Schubert, Melanie" Nicola Bolton 2017 9780991110933 3-4 "Gregory is disconnected from the people in his life, from his disagreeable sister to all the people who thinks it's funny to comment on the giant mole that has appeared beneath his nose. But that mole isn't actually a mole, and one night the Grimbockle appears from inside it. He is just one of the many strange little creatures called Bockles tending to the mysterious threads that connect all humans from one to the other. It is a very important job, and one that has long been carried out with incredible secrecy. That is before this one particular night and a most extraordinary turn of events. And so begins a most peculiar sort of adventure where Gregory learns all about the creatures called Bockles and the mysterious threads called exoodles that connect us all to one another." 43481 Greta Zargo and the death robots from outer space "Harrold, A.D & Todd-Stanton, Joe (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408869475 3-4 "Greta Zargo is the only person who can save planet Earth from death robots, although she doesn't know this. Imagine being allowed to live in your own house with no adults from the time you turn 8 because of a mix up in your parents will after they die. This is Greta Zargo's life. Greta wants to be an award-winning journalist. She tries to solve the case of the missing cakes when Death robots try to destroy earth after destroying many other planets in the universe. Will she be able to stop them? Will she find out who is taking the cakes? Read this hilarious laugh out loud book to find out. " 174 Greylands "Carmody, Isobelle" Penguin 1997 9780140387490 7-9 "A boy writes a story about a symbolic Greylands to explain his mother's mental illness and her eventual death. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 27638 Grief girl: my true story "Vincent, Erin" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330422987 7-9 "Erin Vincent's parents are killed in a terriblecar crash when she is just fourteen. The book recollects how Erin, her seventeen year old sister and three year old brother are left to cope on their own. A really powerful book that gives an honest account of being a teenager, and dealing with usual teenage concerns and real emotions in the aftermath of losing both parents." Grim and grimmer series "Irvine, Ian" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 40640 Grimsdon "Abela, Deborah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781741663723 5-6 "A group of children, led by the gutsy Isabella and inventive Griffin, are eking out a living in Grimsdon, a flooded city, abandoned due to rising sea levels. When newcomer Xavier arrives, events are set in motion from which none of them emerge unchanged." Grimstones series Asphyxia 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 175 Grinny "Fisk, Nicholas" HarperCollins Australia 1984 9780003300208 5-6 "Tim, Beth and Mac suspect that Great Aunt Emma, Grinny, isn't what she pretends to be." 176 Gripping war stories "Bradman, Tony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780552545266 7-9 "This is a compilation of ten stories about the human response to war, with settings such as the Falklands, Sarajevo and Jerusalem." 3761 Gris Grimly's tales from the Brothers Grimm "Grimm, Jacob & Grimm, Wilhelm (collected) & Grimly, Gris (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780062352330 7-9 "A beautifully bound and illustrated collection of some of the more unusual tales from The Brothers Grimm alongside the much-loved classics. With a translation by Margaret Hunt that pulls no punches, these retellings are as original as you will find, opening a magical world of fairy tales and folk lore to inspire imaginations and readers of all ages and generations. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 47914 Grizzly dad "Harrison, Joanna " Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9780552554466 K-2 "Dads can sometimes be grumpy and grouchy and grizzly. But sometimes, that can be great fun!" 9311 Grommet saves the world "Moloney, James" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300540 5-6 "Grommet is a thirteen year old troublemaker who gets a job as an undercover agent at a fun park trying to catch a saboteur. He survives a terrifying ordeal suspended upside down from a stopped rollercoaster, and other misadventures." 9262 Groovy Greek hero raps "Mitton, Tony" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9781841218076 5-6 Heracles and Theseus are the subjects of humorous poems. 9467 Growing up at Uluru Australia "Breedon, Stan" Steve Parish Publishing Pty Ltd 2001 9781740210478 3-4 The life of the Anangu Aboriginal people is revealed in a picture book that focuses particularly on the children who live around Uluru in the Northern Territory. 13147 "Gruesome truth, The" "Gallate, Bernard" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733616822 3-4 Leo finds himself in all sorts of trouble when he invents a story about a hailstone. 36281 "Gruffalo's child, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" MacMillan 2010 9781405020466 K-2 "The Gruffalo's child goes hunting for the Big Bad Mouse, with a scaly tail, eyes like pools of fire and whiskers tougher than wire." 35283 "Gruffalo, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" MacMillan 2004 9780333710937 K-2 "Told in satisfying rhyme and beautifully illustrated, this is the story of a clever mouse who evades being eaten by inventing a terrifying friend to frighten his would-be predators. But, mouse's fictional friend might be very real and not so very friendly." Grug series "Prior, Ted" K-2 "Cute series about a little monster who was originally the grassy top of a Burrawong tree that fell to the ground. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 36346 "Grump, The" "Garson, Sarah" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842707227 K-2 "The Grump is very scary. He leaves a mess wherever he goes, he gobbles everything in sight and he has a deep, rumbling growl." 2787 Grumpy Gloria "Dewdney, Anna" Viking UK 2006 9780670061235 K-2 "No matter what the children do, Grumpy Gloria is just sullen, scowly, sulky, slumpy. They cannot work out what is causing the problem until an unexpected accident provides the solution." 21612 Grumpy Grandpa "Forsyth, Kate & White, Annie (ill.)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742831756 K-2 "A little girl is nervous about visiting her Grandpa who looks grumpy and scary, but she soon discovers that people, and grandpas, are never quite like they seem." 9050 "Grumpy lighthouse keeper, The" "Corpus, Terrizita & Prewett, Maggie (ill)" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360189 K-2 "On a stormy, wet-season night in Broome, the lighthouse keeper gets out of his warm bed to ensure the lamp is still lit for passing ships. While he is out, sea creatures of all shapes and sizes race up the lighthouse staircase to escape the storm. When the lighthouse keeper returns to his bed, he becomes very grumpy." 8588 Grumpy little king "Streich, Michel" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375724 K-2 "The little king was always grumpy. He was fed up with being only a little king of a tiny nation instead of ruling over an enormous country and being famous. So, the little king decided to start a war. But, it didn't quite work out the way he planned." 5603 Guantanamo boy "Perera, Anna" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732288952 7-9 "Fifteen year old Khalid isn't too excited about visiting his family in Pakistan but his Mum and Dad want him to go with them. For Khalid, a living nightmare begins. He is kidnapped and forced to go to a place no teenager should ever see, a place where torture and terror are considered normal. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20172 Guarding Eden "Hart, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112356 7-9 "The personal stories of twelve ordinary people, so concerned about climate change that they altered their lives to do something about it. Some were involved behind the scenes, researching or writing, while others decided to go public in campaigns, blockades, rallies and a hunger strike. They come from all walks of life. There's a nurse, a musician, an insurance broker, a teacher, a lawyer and a vet." Guess how much series "McBratney, Sam & Jeram, Anita (ill)" K-2 "Appealing series about Little Nutbrown Hare. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 10571 Guess the baby "French, Simon & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" ABC Books 2003 9780733306143 K-2 The students in Mr Judd's class have to guess who belongs to each baby photo. Even the teacher's photo is included. 15127 Guess who's coming for dinner "Kelly, John & Tincknell, Cathy" Templar Publishing 2004 9781840116281 5-6 "Horace Pork-Fowler's diary reveals an interesting invitation to Eatem Hall, the very strange abode of Dr Hunter. It appears to be an innocent weekend but it becomes doubtful that Horace and his lovely wife will survive." 35570 Guff "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780670077175 K-2 A delightful book for anyone who has ever had a little fabric friend. 5175 Guide dogs: from puppies to partners "Lawrenson, Diana" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865082462 3-4 "The making of guide dogs in Australia, from the breeding of puppies. Beautiful photos show puppy raising, harness training, matching with a blind partner and their eventual careers." 9488 Guinea pig "Head, Honor & Burton, Jane (phot)" Belitha Press 2003 9781841383538 3-4 "Sensible advice on the care of a pet guinea pig with lots of information on guinea pigs in general, including their breeding and behaviour, social needs and health warnings." 1216 Guinea pig town and other animal poems "Marwood, Lorraine & Daoud, Amy (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781922077424 5-6 "With sections on birds, Australian animals, pets, marine animals, farm animals, 'creepy crawly' ones and those in the wild, here is a huge variety of subject matter in many poetic forms including haiku, rhyming and non-rhyming verse using language to create wonderful word pictures for all who love animals as well as those who don't." 56549 Guiness world records: Science and stuff Guiness World Records Wild Dog Books 2017 9781910561638 5-6 "Strap in for a mind-boggling look at the record-breaking world around us. From the science of slam dunks and the smelliest substances to over-engineered inventions and the physics of cats, you'll find page after page of amazing facts and information. Inside you will also find some sensational experiments to try at home yourself. " 9754 Guji-Guji "Chen, Chih-Yuan" Gecko Press 2006 9780958278706 3-4 "The delightful story of a very different, ugly duckling who learns to be very happy with who he is." 36630 Gulliver's travels "Swift, Jonathan" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751372458 7-9 "A country boy becomes a ship's doctor travelling to strange lands like Lilliput, the land of midgets. First published in 1726, captions explain historical facts to help modern readers. Also see, Jonathan Swift's Gulliver by Martin Jenkins, PRC ID 2055." 13821 Gumnut babies: 100 years "Gibbs, May" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460752555 5-6 "Celebrate the publication of May Gibbs's first book, Gumnut babies, in 1916. This collector's book includes seven stories - Gumnut babies, Gum-Blossom babies, Flannel Flowers and Other Bush Babies, Boronia babies, Wattle Babies, Nuttybub and Nittersing, and Chucklebud and Wunkydoo." 5036 Gus dog goes to work "Flynn, Rachel & Smith, Craig (ill)" Working Title Press 2017 9781921504884 K-2 "Every day Gus Dog goes to work in the back of the ute with his owner, Tom the shearer. But one morning he wakes up to find Tom and the ute gone. So Gus Dog decides to go to work on his own." 7940 Guys read: Terrifying tales "Scieszka, Jon (ed) & Grimley, Gris (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780062385574 5-6 "A bone-chilling collection of eleven original ghost stories, perfect for sharing around the campfire, reading under the covers with a flashlight and scaring your friends' pants off. A creepy-fun read, if you're brave enough." 28527 Gwendolyn "MacIver, Juliette & Baynton, Terri Rose (ill)" ABC Books 2016 9780733335174 K-2 "In the jungle, there are jaguars, monkeys and parrots aplenty. But, there are no penguins, none at all. Penguins don't live in the jungle, except for Gwendolyn." Gym Stars series "Lawes, Jane" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8119 Gymnastics "Jackman, Joan" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751327991 5-6 "Shannon Miller tells you how she became a champion gymnast. With the help of dynamic photographs, young gymnasts give tips and reveal the secrets of their skills and agilities." 8423 Gypsy magic "Simons, Moya" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781862915145 5-6 "To solve a local robbery, three children become detectives with the assistance of some gypsy magic." 22488 H.O.U.S.E. "Machowiak, A & Mizielinski, D; Wojcik-Leese, E (trans)" Gecko Press 2010 9781877467660 5-6 "Discover thirty-five extraordinary houses, designed by the world's most prominent architects. Houses that look like pears, inflatable houses, igloos, tea houses and tree houses. Explains the inspiration behind each design and the materials used, including ecological options." 18572 H2O stories of water "Hamilton, Margaret (comp)" ABC Books 2005 9780733315220 5-6 "Australia is an island surrounded by ocean. Children grow up near the sea, have holidays by the sea or spend time on rivers, canals and dams. This collection of stories highlights the influence of water on children's lives." Habitats of the world series "Ballance, Alison" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12343 Hair of the skeleton "Freeman, Pamela" Koala Books 2003 9780864615534 5-6 "When the residents of Tiger Beach Village claim to be visited by a ghost, Jake, Peter and Ruby set up a stake-out to catch the ghoul. Their surprise to find that the ghost is definitely not dead soon turns to determination to figure out who it is." 177 Hairs in the palm of the hand "Mark, Jan" Viking Children's 1981 9780722657287 7-9 A story that features civil rights for women. Hairy Maclary and Friends series "Dodd, Lynley" K-2 "Rhyming picture books. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 517 "Hairy story, A" "Alexander, Goldie & Cammell, Sandra" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780732996031 3-4 "Unhappy with his short hair, Ben wishes for fast-growing hair. His hair grows so quickly with such unexpected results that everyone in the neighbourhood ends up wishing for it to return to normal." 5785 Hairy toes and scary bones "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2000 9781860399664 3-4 Two traditional tales that combine humour and horror. 8389 "Hairy-nosed wombats find a new home, The" "French, Jackie & deGennaro, Sue" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9780732295486 3-4 "Based on a true story in Queensland, a colony of wonderfully hairy-nosed wombats decide to move homes. But could there ever be another home to make them happy." 36907 Half the battle "Henderson, Don" Omnibus Books 2006 9781862916777 7-9 AFL at Port Road High is off to a shaky start. The hardest thing to do is organise a bunch of misfits into a cohesive team. 36901 Half-moon investigations "Colfer, Eoin" Miramax Kids 2006 9780786849574 5-6 "Fletcher Moon has graduated to be a fully qualified private detective. He's also only twelve years old. When a series of mysterious crimes occur across town, Fletcher finds himself in an exciting adventure, some violent incidents and in real danger." 28483 Halfling "Lloyd, Rebecca" Walker Books 2011 9781406327298 5-6 "Danny finds caring for his disabled dad very draining. Day to day tasks are repetitive and boring. But, all of that changes when Danny's neighbour goes away and asks him to feed the tropical fish. Danny discovers a secret in his neighbour's house that will change his life forever. He doesn't know much about sea creatures but he's sure that what he finds is extremely rare and magical." 178 Halfway across the galaxy and turn left "Klein, Robin" Puffin Australia 1996 9780140379419 5-6 "A family from the planet, Zyrgon, arrive on Earth after travelling half way across the galaxy and turning left." 3098 Halo "Corder, Zizou " "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2010 9780141328300 5-6 "Halo, abandoned as a baby and raised by centaurs, captured and torn from her happy home, disguises herself as a boy to have any freedom. Still under constant threat of enslavement and exposure, she lives the myths, legends and culture of ancient Greece from warring Sparta to Athens, searching for her identity." 82680 Hamilton's handstand "Hackett, Dave" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143504351 3-4 "Hamilton, the dog, is amazing. Holly says he can even do handstands. Everybody watches and everybody waits." 10126 Handa's surprise "Browne, Eileen" Walker Books 1995 9780744536348 K-2 "An African girl's journey carrying a basket of fruit on her head. As she wonders which of the fruit her friends will like best, she is completely unaware of the various creatures stealing from her basket. What a surprise she gets at the end of her walk." 37024 Handa's surprising day "Browne, Eileen" Walker Books 2007 9781406302189 K-2 "Handa has lost Mondi, her grandmother's hen, and the fruit from her basket surprisingly goes missing too." 12372 "Handful of blue, A" "Ford, Vince" Scholastic New Zealand 2003 9781869435615 5-6 "More than an approaching cyclone hangs over Jeremy's family. His parents are struggling to save the farm during a drought and he spends his time squabbling with his younger sister, fishing with his best mate and failing to stay out of trouble. Includes some colloquial language within context." 29318 "Handkerchief map, The" "English-Hawke, Kiri" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2014 9781922120861 5-6 "Through letters written to loved ones, three characters reveal their most intimate thoughts about the conflict in World War II. Franz, a young Nazi soldier, has begun to question the rightness of the cause. Helga is a Russian girl, bent on joining the resistance. Susanna, a Jewess, has been separated from her husband and children, and condemned to the cruelty of a concentration camp." 179 Handles "Mark, Jan & Parkins, David" Viking Children's 1987 9780143015871 7-9 "A girl, who is mad about motor bikes, finds happiness in a run-down bike shop. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 7714 Hanna: my Holocaust story "Alexander, Goldie" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743629673 5-6 "Hanna Kaminsky loves gymnastics, her best friend, chicken soup and reading. But, in September 1939, her happy life disappears. The Nazis have invaded Poland and are herding all Jewish people into ghettos in the cities. Hanna's family are forced into hiding in the country but this means trusting others. Hanna and her family are caught and sent to the Warsaw Ghetto where they must use whatever skills they have to survive." 2077 Hannah and the tomorrow room "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1999 9780141305127 3-4 "Tomorrow, Hannah can move out of the room she shares with her sisters and into a special place of her own. But things don't go as planned and someone else needs the room. She has to get it back." 2078 Hannah plus one "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1996 9780140380903 3-4 "When Hannah learns her mum is expecting another baby, she is convinced it will be another set of twins, leaving her as the odd one out. But Hannah has her pretend friend, Megan, to talk to and together they get into all sorts of mischief." 2079 Hannah's winter "Meehan, Kierin" Penguin 2001 9780141000442 5-6 "Contemporary and humorous, this story is dotted with snippets of Japanese language and culture, as Hannah and her ghost friend attempt to solve an ancient riddle." 8700 Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tales "Zwerger, Lisbeth (ill)" Penguin USA 1991 9780698400351 5-6 "Eleven favourite Hans Christian Andersen classic stories, superbly bound and illustrated to celebrate his 200th birthday. Includes 'The princess and the pea', 'The emperor's new clothes', 'The Sandman' and 'The Nightingale'." 8986 Hansel and Gretel "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2008 9781406318524 3-4 "A faithful retelling of this famous, dark fairytale but with unique, modern illustrations." 11994 "Happiest refugee, The" "Do, Anh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742372389 7-9 "Anh Do, comedian and television personality, arrived in Australia as a baby in a boat full of desperate family members who suffered the perils of the sea. A mother's sacrifice, a father's heroism and their adventures in a new land are inspiring. Some strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 568907 "Happiness box, The: A wartime book of hope" "Greenwood, Mark & McLean, Andrew" Walker Books 2018 9781925081381 5-6 "In 1942, Sergeant 'Griff' Griffin was a prisoner of war. With Christmas approaching, he decided to make a book for the children cooped up in nearby Changi Prison. The book was said to contain the secrets to happiness. Open this book and learn the true and inspirational story of the making of the Happiness Box book." 5228 "Happy birthday to you, you belong in a zoo" "De Groat, Diane" HarperTrophy 2007 9780060010294 3-4 "That meanie, Lewis, always teases Gilbert at school. When Gilbert receives an invitation to Lewis's birthday party, Gilbert goes, armed with a cheerful grin, a brightly wrapped package and a plan to get even for Lewis's rotten behaviour. But, this birthday has a much bigger surprise in store for Gilbert." 16761 Happy Birthday x 3 "Gleeson, Libby & Cox, David (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406304282 3-4 "Being one of a set of triplets can be great fun, especially at birthday time. Three times the presents, three times the guests, three times the party food. Each sister goes searching for exactly the right present for the others. " 12230 "Happy hedgehog, The" "Pfister, Marcus & James, Alison J (trans)" North South Books 2003 9780735818163 K-2 "Grandfather Tarek urges Mikko, a young hedgehog, to accomplish something important. So Mikko ventures out and meets various animals. Mikko teaches his grumbling grandpa a lesson." 2083 "Happy prince, The and other stories" "Wilde, Oscar" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261237 7-9 "A collection of Wilde's classic stories that include The Selfish Giant and The Happy Prince. The story of the statue of a once pleasure-loving Prince who, with the help of a once selfish swallow, helps the poor and suffering people in their distress." 11822 "Hark, it's me, Ruby Lee!" "Shanahan, Lisa & Binny (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2017 9780734416551 K-2 "Ruby Lee is a little girl with a very big imagination. Every week Ruby's teacher, Mrs Majestic-Jones, asks special people to do special jobs in her class. Ruby would do anything to be the messenger, as she's the best in her class at announcing. But will her wild imagination get in the way?" 5973 Harold and Grace "Avery, Sean E" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162295 K-2 "Two tiny eggs, one in a tree and the other in a pond, survive a big storm and hatch at exactly the same time, on the same day. Harold the tadpole goes exploring and meets two fish who are mean to him until he grows fins, like them. Grace, the caterpillar, meets two stick insects who make fun of her too. Harold and Grace become friends but Harold begins to spend more time with the fish. When they are mean again, Harold returns to his leaf but Grace is no longer there." 19246 Harold and the purple crayon "Johnson, Crockett" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007464371 K-2 """One evening, after thinking it over for some time, Harold decided to go for a walk in the moonlight."" Armed only with an oversized purple crayon, young Harold draws himself a landscape full of wonder and excitement." 30826 Harold finds a voice "Dicmas, Courtney" Child's Play International Ltd 2013 9781846435492 K-2 Harold is an amazing mimic and can imitate the sound of everything in his home. He seeks out sounds from outside the home and is shocked when he hears his own voice. 3118 Harold's hungry eyes "Waldron, Kevin" Phaidon Press Limited 2016 9780714871240 K-2 "Like most dogs, Harold is obsessed with food. When he gets lost in the big city, Harold is overtaken by hunger and begins to see food everywhere. Hot dogs on an antenna, a turkey roast in the mailbox and toast popping out of the top of a building." 2094 Haroun and the sea of stories "Rushdie, Salman" Puffin Australia 1993 9780140366501 7-9 "Haroun's father is the greatest of all storytellers. His magical stories bring laughter to the sad city of Alifbay. One terrible day, everything goes wrong and his father runs out of stories to tell. Haroun is determined to return the storyteller's gift." 2095 "Harp at midnight, The" "Mor, Caiseal" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091838751 7-9 "When thirteen year old Andrew Ferguson goes to stay in an old house in Ireland, he is immediately plunged into the mysteries of Irish legend." 4511 "Harper effect, The" "Bashford, Taryn " Pan MacMillan 2017 9781760552091 7-9 "Harper Hunter doesn't know how it came to this. Her tennis dreams are collapsing: her coach says she doesn't have what it takes to make it in the world of professional tennis. Her new doubles partner is moody, mysterious and angry at the world. What is he hiding? She is in love with Jacob, but he is her sister's boyfriend. Or, he was. Harper could never betray Aria with Jacob, could she? As Harper's heart and dreams pull her in different directions, she has to figure out exactly what she wants. And just how hard she's willing to fight to get it. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 484 Harriet "Hill, Anthony" Penguin 2006 9780143302087 5-6 "Harriet, a tortoise hatched in the Galapagos Islands, was brought to Australian in the 1800's. This is the true story of Harriet's life from colonial days to her death at 176 years old at Australia Zoo in 2006." Harriet Bright series "Craig, Claire & Feddersen, Melanie (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 180 Harriet the spy "Fitzhugh, Louise" Yearling 2001 9780440416791 5-6 Harriet spies on all the people in her neighbourhood and writes notes about them in her book. 18470 Harriet's ghost "Crowley, Bridget" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340881569 7-9 Harriet's best friend at the ballet academy is suffering from an eating disorder. The ghost of a ballerina who died tragically young attempts to contact the girls to save Marianne from death. 10575 "Harriet, you'll drive me wild" "Fox, Mem & Frazee, Marla (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2005 9780733613128 K-2 "Harriet's mother tries very hard not to yell at Harriet but, oh dear, she does do so many naughty things." 71304 Harris finds his feet "Rayner, Catherine" Koala Books 2008 9780864617811 K-2 "Harris is a very small hare with very big feet and he wants to know why. Grandad shows Harris how his big feet enable him to hop high into the sky, to climb to the tops of the mountains and to run very fast. Harris not only learns about the world around him but also the importance of finding his own feet." 33993 Harrison's song "Craig, Harrison & Finn, Ann-Marie (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563122 K-2 "Harrison is a bit different to the other kids. Each time he tries to speak , he stutters. No matter how hard he tries, his tongue feels tied up in knots. That is, until one day when Harrison discovers his talent. " 796 Harry & Hopper "Wild, Margaret & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862917408 3-4 "A small boy named Harry and his pet dog, Hopper, have done everything together, ever since Hopper was a jumpy little puppy. But, when the unthinkable happens, Harry must learn to say goodbye to his mate." 6469 Harry and Hope "Lean, Sarah" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007512263 5-6 "Hope lives with her mum in the Pyrenees. It's always been just the two of them until Frank, a free-spirited traveller, arrives with Harry, his stubborn rescue donkey. Hope and Frank form a close bond and she feels lost when Frank decides to move on. Frank was more than just mum's boyfriend and understood Hope better than her mother does. Hope promises to look after Harry and, slowly, another special bond is made." 11122 Harry and the bucketful of dinosaurs "Whybrow, Ian & Reynolds, Adrian" Puffin Australia 2008 9780670915149 K-2 "When Harry helps Nan clear out the attic, little does he realise how important the toy dinosaurs will be. Harry and his dinosaurs go everywhere together. But one day, Harry accidentally leaves the dinosaurs on the train." 12285 Harry by the sea "Zion, Gene & Graham, Margaret Bloy (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780099189718 K-2 "At the seaside, Harry, the little black and white dog, gets tangled in a bunch of seaweed and comes out of the water looking like a monster, frightening everyone on the beach." 41356 Harry Highpants "Wilson, Tony & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862916043 3-4 "People in the town have always worn their pants at different heights. Some wear them low, some a little high and, in Harry Highpants' case, very high. It hasn't been a problem until Roy Bland decides to stand for council and wants everyone to wear their pants the same, 'normal' way. The town is divided and into the battle comes Harry Highpants." 49929 Harry Highpants and the salivating beast "Larkin, John & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320675 3-4 "To most people, Harry Highfield is just an ordinary boy who wears his pants a little higher than you'd expect. During school holidays, however, Harry gets out his cape and becomes a superhero. When his brother loses his best cricket ball over the fence, Harry has a chance to use his superhero powers to retrieve it." 5063 "Harry Kruize, born to lose" "Collins, Paul" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272628 5-6 "Harry Kruize is feeling the weight of the world on his shoulders. His father has left, starting another family elsewhere and he is the target of bullying at school, leaving him friendless and lonely. A term-long class assignment involving the writing down of personal wishes and documenting how they might be fulfilled allows Harry to tell his innermost feelings. He has six seemingly impossible wishes ranging from a normal family life, a dog, a friend, a certain bully to stop using him as a punching bag and to be an author. All of these will never happen or will they?" 4637 Harry Miller's run "Almond, David & Rubbino, Salvatore (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406362244 5-6 "Liam just wants to go out running with his mates. It's not long till the Junior Great North Run. But, Mam needs him to help old Harry clear out his house. Harry knows a thing or two about running. He says when he was a lad, he ran twenty-one kilometres, from Newcastle to South Shields. This is the story of that day. Sweltering heat, clattering boots, briny sea air and the heavenly taste of ice cream." Harry Potter series "Rowling, J K" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Harry Potter series "Rowling, J K" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Harry Potter universe series NEW 2019 Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12097 Harry the dirty dog "Zion, Gene & Graham, Margaret Bloy (ill)" Red Fox 1990 9780099978701 K-2 "The delightful story of Harry, the little white dog with black spots, who tries very hard to avoid having a bath." 6487 Harry's secret "Heiss, Anita" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781760152024 3-4 "Harry has a secret. He loves to draw and is very good at it. You wouldn't think it would be a problem but Harry's friend, Gav, thinks skateboarding, footy and fishing are cool, but art is definitely not. Harry really wants to enter the local art competition but he is worried what his friends will think and say." 9799 Harry's war "Heffernan, John" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781862919273 7-9 "A mystery surrounds Harry's late father, a Vietnam veteran. Grandfather knows but he won't say, and no-one in Harry's family wants to have anything to do with Grandpa. Harry spends a lot of time recording Grandpa's memories of heroic action in World War ll. After Grandpa addresses Harry's class at school, the mystery is solved, leaving Harry devastated. Some adult themes and coarse language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 16350 Has anyone here seen William "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2008 9781406316131 K-2 William is never where he should be. His vanishing act reaches its peak on his second birthday. 182 Hatchet "Paulsen, Gary" Simon & Schuster 1999 9780689826993 7-9 "The only survivor of a light plane crash in the Canadian wilderness, Brian must learn to exist among wild animals and find a way back to civilisation." 183 Hatchet: the truth "Paulsen, Gary" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780330483629 7-9 "Gary Paulsen has used his experience, learning the secrets of survival in the remote northern wilderness, to write the Hatchet novels, in which a man crash lands and has to struggle to stay alive. The true-life experiences behind his books." 57007 Hate is such a strong word "Ayoub, Sarah" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9780732296841 7-9 "Seventeen-year-old Sophie hates Monday mornings, socks worn with sandals, and having to strategise like she's a battle sergeant every time she asks her parents if she can go out. But she especially hates being stereotyped because she's Lebanese. When New Guy, Shehadie Goldsmith, is alienated at her Lebanese school because his dad's Australian, she hates the way it makes her feel. Like she's just as prejudiced as everyone else. Like she could make a difference if she stopped pretending she's invisible. Like the attraction between them might be too strong to fight... But hate is such a strong word... Can Sophie find the strength to speak out - even if it means going against everything she's been brought up to believe? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2799 "Hate race, The" "Beneba Clarke, Maxine" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780733632280 7-9 "Suburban Australia. Sweltering heat. A three bedroom blonde-brick house, a family of five with a beaten-up Ford Falcon. Vegemite on toast. Maxine Beneba Clarke's life is just like all the other Aussie kids on her street. Except for one, glaring, inescapably obvious thing. A challenging read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 79983 Hate that cat "Creech, Sharon " Bloomsbury 2009 9780747599807 5-6 "Jack is pleased that Mrs Stretchberry is his teacher again this year. The only problem is she likes cats and he hates them. Or, at least, he does until he gets to know some kittens and reads some poetry about cats." 184 Hating Alison Ashley "Klein, Robin" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140316728 5-6 "Alison is a perfect only child who has everything - beauty, clothes and money. Erika is so jealous, she has to find a way to get rid of Alison Ashley, once and for all." 38238 Hatshepsut: the lost Pharaoh of Egypt "Wilkinson, Carole" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030135 7-9 "Hatshepsut was the eldest daughter of Tuthmosis I, a pharaoh who ruled Egypt. Her mother was Queen Ahmose. Explore the mystery surrounding her life and her reign. You can decide if she was a strong ruling pharaoh or a power-hungry princess." 13132 Hattie and the fox "Fox, Mem & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9780868963174 K-2 "Hattie, the hen, spies a nose and then some eyes in the bushes. None of the other animals are interested until Hattie realises what it is and calls out." 1865 Hattie helps out "Godwin, Jane & Bell, Davina & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781743435434 K-2 "It's a busy day at Hattie's house. There's a lot to do before Dad's birthday party. Hattie is being very helpful, until it's time for her afternoon nap. Hattie is not even sleepy. But, Mama looks tired, very tired." 3955 Haunted "Orman, Lorraine" Walker Books 2009 9781921150821 5-6 "When Georgia and her brother, Ned, are sent for a holiday on their relatives' farm, they are not happy. Ned makes friends with his cousin so Georgia explores the farm on her own, discovering an old homestead which she thinks will make a cool hideout. But, Georgia is not alone and is befriended by a mysterious girl, Lily, who is not what she seems. The children soon discover they are playing with fire." 2333 "Haunting of Lily Frost, The" "Weetman, Nova" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250156 7-9 "When Lily Frost's parents move to a country town called Gideon, things are dire. Lily has left her best friend and knows no one. But, someone seems to know her and it isn't exactly welcoming. Lily is thrown into the path of cute local boy, Danny, but he's not giving anything away. It's up to Lily to make sense of the watery footprints on her floor and the cold air that constantly seeps into her bones." 185 "Haunting, The" "Mahy, Margaret" Penguin 2000 9780140363258 7-9 A child begins to receive strange messages and learns about a family legacy. 46812 Have you ever ever ever "McNaughton, Colin & Clark, Emma Chichester (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406322880 K-2 "Join the fun with Mother Goose as all your favourite nursery rhyme characters come to life in this rollicking, read-aloud, picture book." 7474 Have you ever seen a Sneep "Pym, Tasha & Stewart, Joel (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9780374328689 K-2 "Oscar is just trying to enjoy a day out but, every time his back is turned, the Sneep and its mischievous friends sneak up and spoil his fun. From one hair-raising surprise to the next, the boy explains his monster troubles to us. " 4635 Have you seen elephant "Barrow, David" Gecko Press 2015 9781776570096 K-2 Elephant wants to play hide and seek. You can play too but you'll have to try your best as he's very good. 3793 Have you seen my dragon "Light, Steve" Walker Books 2014 9781406353815 K-2 "A young boy has lost his dragon. In the big, busy city, among the taxis and towers, the dragon must be somewhere. So the boy goes looking for one dragon. Perhaps it stopped for a hot dog (the boy has two of them) or rode into town on the bus (the boy sees three of these). And so the story goes. At each stop along the boy's search, the numbers grow from one to twenty." 15516 Having fun at school "Fisher, Taminya & Le, Thuy & Bell, Meiko" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064009 3-4 Members of the school population state their ways to have fun at school. A play version is also presented. 7945 Havoc "Higgins, Jane" Text Publishing Co 2015 9781922147295 7-9 "The city is split in two by warring factions, either side of the river. When Nik saves a stranger from the debris, she keeps repeating the word 'havoc'. As he delves further, Nik uncovers a complex web of power, fear and betrayal that enwraps the city. He also learns more about his parents, finds out who he can trust and is forced to make an impossible choice. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Hazel Green series "Hirsch, Odo" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12075 Hazel's amazing mother "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin UK 1992 9780140545388 K-2 "Hazel is a whimsical animal. While on her way to a picnic, she becomes lost on a hill where three young toughs bully her. Although Hazel is far from home, she cries for her mother who must save the day and make the ruffians repent." 2130 "Head book, The" "Marsden, John" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330363211 7-9 "A quick-fix guide to general knowledge and trivia. Everything you needed to know, and maybe didn't even know to ask, explained with wit and clarity. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15447 "Head space: one brain, two occupants" "Harris, Christine" Penguin 2004 9780143300670 5-6 "While on school camp, Tenille has an accident that leads to a close encounter with an alien called Zem. In fact, the alien is too close, closer than she could ever imagine." 16791 Headgames "Lever, Casey" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781741663532 7-9 "Steven's obsession with Avery leads him into what seems to be a childish game. It is, in fact, a very dangerous game. The players include Steven's unsuspecting friend, Tala, Connor, who is rumoured to have been in juvenile detention and may be a dealer, and his sister, Jade, a very hostile goth, and Avery. Their journey of self-realisation has unexpected outcomes. Mature themes and strong language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 4230 Heads and tails "Canty, John" Berbay Publishing 2017 9780994289575 K-2 You can only see my tail. What animal am I? 31123 Heads and tails insects "Carty, John" Berbay Publishing 2018 9780994384164 K-2 "You can only see my tail, what insect am I?" 22044 "Heart and the bottle, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007182343 5-6 "Once there was a girl whose life was filled with wonder at the world around her. Then, one day, something happened that made the girl take her heart and put it in a safe place. However, after that, it seemed that the world was even emptier than before. It takes another little girl to demonstrate that life is there to be lived." 570815 "Heart of a whale, The" "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743817629 K-2 "Whales song was so beautiful it could reach the furthest of faraways. It sang of happiness and hope, magic and wonder, always and everywhere. But Whale wishes with all his heart to find a friend somewhere in the vast, endless sea. Can his wish be carried over the ocean for someone to follow?" 57379 Heart of magic "Matthews, Penny" Walker Books 2008 9781921150685 5-6 "Stacey wishes she could be more like her friend, Twyla. Twyla is confident, Stacey isn't. Twyla is daring, Stacey isn't. When a gypsy gives Stacey a gold heart pin, everything changes and Stacey starts behaving like the person she has always wanted to be." 15396 Heart of the tiger "Millard, Glenda & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046181 3-4 "A boy inherits a toy tiger who shares his experiences of a different world where there were trees. The boy comes to experience a new and vibrant world and learns about destruction of environments, aging, wisdom and new beginnings." 2137 Heartland: coming home "Brooke, Lauren" Scholastic Australia 2000 9780439997959 7-9 Endurance overcoming grief and the importance of family and friends. Heartland is a recovery centre for horses that have been rescued from neglect and physical cruelty. Amy and her mum try to rescue an abandoned stallion but disaster strikes. 44140 Heather fell in the water "MacLeod, Doug & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742376486 K-2 "Heather was a little girl who always fell in the water. She didn't mean to. She didn't enjoy it. But she fell in nearly every day, so her parents made her wear water wings all the time." 18936 Heather has two Mummies "Newman, Leslea & Cornell, Laura (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406359404 K-2 "Heather's favourite number is two. She has two arms, two legs and two pets. And, she also has two mummies. When Heather goes to school for the first time, someone asks her about her daddy but Heather doesn't have a daddy. When Heather and her classmates draw pictures of their families, not one drawing is the same. Families are different and the most important thing is that all the people in them love one another." 2144 Heidi "Spyri, Johanna" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2001 9780694014538 5-6 "At five, little orphan Heidi is sent to live with her grandfather in the Swiss Alps. The villagers are afraid of him but Heidi is fascinated by his long beard and bushy eyebrows. She loves her life, playing in the sunshine amongst the goats and birds. But, one terrible day, Heidi is collected by her aunt and made to live with a new family in town. Heidi can't bear to be away from her grandfather and wants to find her way back up the mountain." 505 Helicopter man "Fensham, Elizabeth" Bloomsbury 2005 9780747575498 7-9 "Pete and his dad are running from the secret service. Pete is confused about his life and his dad's behaviour but knows they must hide when they hear a helicopter. A sensitive and empathetic story of mental illness. Adult themes and strong language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 39587 Hell and high water "Landman, Tanya" Walker Books 2016 9781406366914 7-9 "In eighteenth century Devon, Caleb, travels with his father, living off the earnings from their Punch and Judy show. When his father is wrongly arrested for stealing and transported to the Colonies, Caleb is left alone. After a desperate journey in search of an aunt he's never met, he receives a strange, cold welcome. Then, a body washes up on the nearby beach and Caleb is caught up in a terrifying net of lies and intrigue. Soon, he and his new family are in mortal danger." 22296 Hello "Flowers, Tony" National Library of Australia 2016 9780642278876 K-2 "Meet twelve Australian friends who can speak different languages. In their own languages, they tell us how to count, say hello and goodbye, and lots of other words about play, food, hobbies and clothes. Once you've said hello, you can see Emiko playing the Japanese drum, Pilinh performing an Aboriginal dance, how to make gnocchi with Sophia and flat bread with Amal." 10627 Hello baby "Fox, Mem & Jenkins, Steve (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670074006 K-2 "There are clever monkey babies, dusty lion babies, sleepy leopard babies and hairy warthog babies. But, there is one baby who is the most treasured one of all." 18618 Hello God "Simons, Moya & Coutts, Lisa (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2007 9780732285340 3-4 "Every night before she falls asleep, Kate talks to God. She tells God about school, her friends and she asks lots of questions especially about Stephanie, her friend, who is seriously ill. When Kate doesn't get any sign of answers, she is ready to give up. But, then she finds her answers in a surprising place." 9511 Hello new "Agard, John" Orchard Books 2000 9781841216218 3-4 "Voices from all over the world including English, Scottish, Caribbean, Hungarian and American, are represented in this lively poetry collection, all linked by the word 'new'." 12296 Hello puppy "Cox, David" Penguin 2003 9780670040568 K-2 "Bridie would love a puppy of her own, but her mum says she can't have one just yet. So Bridie waves her hands, works some magic and finds the puppy she wants - in her grandad." 5024 "Hello to you, moon" "Morgan, Sally & Sonny & Biddy (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9789781760129 K-2 "Not all creatures are night animals, but all creatures respond to the moon." 6525 Hello world "Beavis, Paul" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271995 K-2 "Mr and Mrs Mo are busy painting the house and the monster is bored, until he gets a grand idea. He's off to see the world. But, his adventure becomes bigger than he expected and the monster wishes Mrs Mo had come after all, and with some sandwiches." 31126 "Hello, horse" "French, Vivian & Rayner, Catherine (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406349948 K-2 "I have a friend called Catherine, and she has a horse called Shannon. Shannon's beautiful, with a coat like soft velvet - and very kind. I think she might just become my friend too!" 5423 "Hello, Sydney" "McKean, Megan" Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd 2016 9780500500767 3-4 "Explore 15 of Sydney's most iconic locations with the help of six cheeky seagulls on this look-and-find adventure. From Taronga Zoo to Bondi Beach, there are delightful quirks of the city to spot on each page as well as fun facts to discover." 1979 Helping little star "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Blaze (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781921977770 K-2 "Little Star has fallen off the edge of the night sky. He wants to return home to the Moon and hopes that Python, Dingo or Kangaroo can help him." 4063 Henrietta and the perfect night "Murray, Martine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760290245 3-4 "Five year old Henrietta is full of questions, sometimes confident and assertive, sometimes not quite as much. With a new baby about to join the family Henrietta is worried about being a good big sister. When the time comes it is not at all as she expected. Starting school is also not as easy as she thought, but throughout Henrietta's positive go-getter spirit shines through." 15038 "Henrietta, there's no one better" "Murray, Martine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741147186 3-4 "Henrietta talks about her life, her family, her pets, her best friend and her imaginative play." 12130 Henry and Amy: right-way-round and upside down "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781863889988 K-2 Everything Henry tries to do straight turns out wiggly but his friend Amy always does everything perfectly. Henry shows her the fun of being topsy-turvy. 4976 Henry and the guardians of the lost "Nimmo, Jenny" Egmont Childrens 2016 9781405280877 5-6 "The yellow letter arrived on a Saturday, otherwise Henry would have been at school. The envelope was such a bright, sunny colour, no one would have believed that it contained a bombshell. Less than 10 minutes after the arrival of the mysterious letter, Henry is on the run with his Auntie Pearl, possibly never to return home. Henry has a secret. He is twelve, but he hasn't aged a day since the moment he was thrust a hundred years into the future. Now his secret has put him in danger. His only hope is the protection of the Guardians of the Lost. " 3889 Henry and the yeti "Ayto, Russell" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408876619 K-2 "Henry loves Yetis. Yes, yetis. The problem is nobody knows if yetis actually exist. Henry, however, is sure they do exist, and he is going on an expedition to find one. But will he remember to bring back some evidence?" 9975 Henry Hoey Hobson "Bongers, Christine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719956 5-6 "Henry Hoey Hobson arrives at his sixth school, a small, Catholic school, to discover he is the only boy in his grade. There are three male misfits a year below him. Fatherless, friendless and non-Catholic, Henry earns a reputation as a vampire when ill-fitting braces make his mouth bleed." 8902 Henry Lawson Treasury "Lawson, Henry & Davis, Oslo (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857985132 7-9 "Henry Lawson, one of Australia's most famous writers, was known as the 'Poet of the People', Lawson's writing captures life in the Australian bush and the hardships and everyday lives of ordinary Australians in the 1800s. Lawson's stories and poems are full of the drama and often absurd humour that characterised life in the Australian outback in the early years of our nation." 12677 Henry's bath "Perversi, Margaret & Brooks, Ron" Walker Books 1997 9781921150043 K-2 "Henry does not want to have a bath and wash his hair. Henry's solution, he tries to give some of his animals a bath instead." 39448 Henry's bed "Perversi, Margaret & Brooks, Ron" Walker Books 1997 9781921150050 K-2 A gentle story about Henry who is meant to be going to bed but he wants his mama or papa or his animals to sleep with him. 32281 Henry's pirate adventure "McKenzie, Heath & Nixon, Livinia (ill)" Lake Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760454425 K-2 "Henry is just a normal boy. But one day, as he is walking home from school, he sees a water bottle on the ground. What follows is a brilliant idea for an adventure! Follow Henry and his wondrous imagination as he builds a ship fit for a pirate. What will happen when he sets sail? " 3802 Her mother's face "Doyle, Roddy & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Scholastic US 2009 9780439815017 5-6 "Although Siobhan's mother died when she was small, she can remember her mother's hands, her voice and her words. But, no matter how hard she tries, Siobhan cannot remember her mother's face. She'd ask her father but he is too sad and Siobhan carries her grief deep within her. One day, a woman shows her how to remember and has a message for Siobhan's father." 14983 Herbert and Harry "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 2000 9780140567830 K-2 "Herbert and Harry were brothers who did everything together till the day they have a falling out over treasure. One becomes very rich, the other stays poor but it remains to be seen whether either of them are happy." 28355 Herbert the brave sea dog "Belton, Robyn" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921529306 3-4 "Everybody loved Herbert, a small dog, but the person who loved him most was his owner, Tim. One day, Herbert set off on a boat trip with Tim's father but the short journey soon turned into the biggest adventure of Herbert's life. A true story of a remarkable dog's voyage at sea." 9514 Here come the heebie jeebies and other scary poems "Bradman, Tony & Roberts, David (ill)" Hodder & Stoughton 2000 9780750029339 3-4 "While not particularly frightening, the poems in this British anthology are delightfully appealing to children because they appear so distasteful to adults. Topics include being left out, making mistakes at school and those niggling night-time fears." 15099 Here comes the crocodile "White, Kathryn & Terry, Michael (ill)" Koala Books 2004 9780864615947 K-2 A crocodile goes looking for lunch but all the jungle animals argue their way out of being his meal. 2161 Here comes the rain "Good, Claire & Cox, David (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781865040318 K-2 Grace has been waiting for the rain for so long that it seems like the drought will never break. Grandpa Frank tells Grace to look for certain signs so she watches the animals to see if rain is on the way. Illustrations are very appealing. 4130 Here comes trouble "Bates, Dianne" Dragon Tales Publishing 2015 9780992523961 5-6 "Nine year old Sam is always in trouble. He has a kind heart but more challenges than most children his age. After getting into trouble with the police, Sam thinks things can't get any worse. But, it seems that this is just the beginning." 2263 Here in the garden "Stewart, Briony" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250101 3-4 "As the seasons change, a boy shares the magic of his garden with a special friend." 11590 Here we are "Jeffers, Oliver" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008266165 K-2 "Well, hello. And welcome to this Planet. We call it Earth. Our world can be a bewildering place, especially if you've only just got here. Your head will be filled with questions, so let's explore what makes our planet and how we live on it. From land and sky, to people and time, these notes can be your guide and start you on your journey. And you'll figure lots of things out for yourself. Just remember to leave notes for everyone else. Some things about our planet are pretty complicated, but things can be simple, too: you've just got to be kind. " 5724 Here's a little poem "Yolen, Jane & Fusek Peters, Andrew & Dunbar, Polly (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781844287536 K-2 Poetry arranged in appealing themes related to the everyday experiences of children such as getting up in the morning to drifting off to sleep at night. 15144 Heritage & places "Chapman, Helen" Heinemann 2004 9781740701952 5-6 "Heritage is a complex concept. Heritage helps to make us who we are and shapes our local community and our country. Selected Australian heritage sites introduced in interesting photographs, location maps and websites for further research." Heritage Heroes series Various 5-6 "Stephanie Owen Reeder's award-winning Heritage Heroes series retells the remarkable true stories of famous Australians, while providing historical insights into their lives. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 56369 Herman and Rosie "Gordon, Gus" Penguin Books Australia 2012 9780670076031 3-4 "This is a tale about a big city, hotdogs and music. It's a tale of ringing on rooftops and it's the tale of Herman and Rosie." 5626 Hermelin the detective mouse "Grey, Mini" Jonathan Cape 2014 9780857550231 3-4 "Hermelin is a special little mouse. He was born in a box of cheese and lives in an attic at 33 Offley Street. He can read books and type notes on his typewriter. Most importantly, Hermelin can solve mysteries and the people of Offley Street are in need of a detective." 2311 Hero "Lean, Sarah" HarperCollins Children's Books 2014 9780007512249 5-6 "Leo dreams of being a hero. In his imagination, he is a fearless gladiator but he wants to be a hero in real life. When the boys at school dare him to do something he knows is wrong, Leo lets everybody down." 2166 "Hero of Little Street, The" "Rogers, Gregory" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741145243 7-9 "Escaping from some bullies, Boy slips into a grand, old gallery full of treasures, paintings and mystery. When he is befriended by a little dog, they venture into a famous Dutch painting and are transported to seventeenth century Holland where the streets are dangerous places for a dog. This wordless picture book is part of the Boy Bear series, which includes The Boy, the Bear, the Baron, the Bard and Midsummer Knight." 8826 Heroes of the Kokoda track "Brasch, Nicolas" Black Dog Books 2011 9781742031347 5-6 "In 1942, a World War II campaign between Australia and Japan occurred on a track, the Kokoda Trail. The track begins in Kokoda, in Papua New Guinea, and winds its way through rugged mountains towards Port Moresby. The Kokoda Track is only one hundred kilometres long but the tropical conditions made it a mudslide. Australian troops were ill-equipped and unprepared, and completely outnumbered." 65776 Heroes of Tobruk "Mulligan, David" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690774 7-9 "When World War II is declared in 1939, Peter and his friend, Tony, put their ages up and enlist in the Australian army. Written as diary entries, giving a gripping and informative insight into their experiences in the Middle East, particularly at Tobruk. Provides a clear picture of the challenges and horrors of war. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 9221 Heroes: Australians at their best "Baillie, Allan" Phoenix Education 2001 9781876580131 7-9 Australia's great heroes at their most decisive moments. 187 "Heroic lives of Al Capsella, The" "Clarke, Judith" University of Queensland Press 2000 9780702230615 7-9 "A witty and dry account of a teenage boy's struggle to get by in his teenage years and his quest for normalcy. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 568100 HerStory "Halligan, Katherine & Walsh, Sarah (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2018 9781788001380 5-6 "This is not just history, it's Her Story! It is the story of brave leaders, talented artists, gentle healers, committed teachers and gifted problem-solvers. It is the story of women and girls who bravely faced challenges, overcame difficulty or danger, and even gave up their lives to follow their dreams and make the world a batter place." 14269 Hester the jester "Clark, Margaret & Denton, Terry (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302483 5-6 "Hester wants to be the next court jester, but it is unheard of for a girl to take on that role. There is also the slight problem of a king who is quite happy to chop off heads if he is displeased. Hester must fulfil her ambition without losing her head." 61652 Hetty's day out "Allen, Pamela" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670074471 K-2 "One morning, Hetty, a large grey cat, wakes up, squeezes through her cat door and sets off to visit all the people in her neighbourhood. Everyone has something special for Hetty to snack on, in increasing quantities, none of which Hetty can refuse. When Hetty tries to get to her cushion for a nap she realises, in a most unusual way, just how much she's eaten. " 3067 Hexenhaus "McWatters, Nikki" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254253 7-9 "In 1628, Veronica and her brother flee for their lives into the German woods after their father is burned at the stake. At the dawn of the eighteenth century, Scottish maid Katherine is lured into political dissent after her parents are butchered for their beliefs. In present-day Australia, Paisley navigates her way through the burning torches of small-town gossip after her mother's new-age shop comes under scrutiny. A powerful historical novel about three young women caught in the hysteria of their own times." 10830 Hey cat "Arena, Felice" Penguin 2008 9780670071753 3-4 Mouse is sure that cat supports his daring and creative lifestyle. But all is not what it seems. A rollicking cat-and-mouse story with a twist or two in the tale. Hey Jack series "Rippin, Sally" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8603 Hi new baby "Harris, Robie H & Emberley, Michael (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744582260 K-2 "A child is reminded of the first reactions to a new baby in the family, including the varied emotions of excitement, curiosity, pride, disappointment, anger, understanding and love." 5858 Hickory Dickory Dash "Wilson, Tony & Wood, Laura" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743811160 K-2 "Before the clock infamously strikes one, a poor mother mouse must search the house for her two missing sons. But she'd better watch out for the cat! Hickory Dickory Dash is the National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2018. " 2174 "Hidden forest, The" "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2000 9780688157609 3-4 "Striking collages, set above and below the water level off the coast of Tasmania, tell the story of Ben, a rather thoughtless boy, who sets out to catch as many fish as he can. Unexpectedly, Ben learns the value of marine life communities." 18645 "Hidden monastery, The" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin 2006 9780143302681 5-6 "Peng meets Jax after he fell from the stars. Twelve years later, Jax stumbles across a hidden monastery, deep inside an ancient park and begins to discover his destiny, what it means to be a Peng Master. Contains some martial-arts style violence." 3698 Hide that horse "Metzenthen, David & Hobbs, Leigh (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304494 3-4 "Hiding a horse, even a very small one, isn't easy. Tim and Mr Conroy have to use all their wits to keep little Percy from being caught by horse-hating Ranger Dooley." 1124 Hiding Edith "Kacer, Kathy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375298 5-6 "The true story of Edith Schwalb, a young Jewish girl, sent to live in a safe house after the Nazi invasion of France in 1938. An entire village heroically conspired to conceal hundreds of Jewish children, who went to the local school, roamed the streets and ate good food, all without having to worry about concealing their Jewish identity." 18318 High hopes on sea "Wagner, Jenny & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702235252 3-4 "Dad is an inventor but everything he makes goes wrong. Eventually, he invents something that works and is successful." 9532 Highway "Wheatley, Nadia" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781862913066 3-4 "Dad's a truckie and he, mum and the kids are going on a very different holiday, a trip down the highway on an overnight run. The illustrations capture all the wonders of a child's journey of discovery." 75259 Highway girl: an English girl's diary 1670 "Wilding, Valerie" Scholastic UK 2009 9781407108704 5-6 "When Susannah and her brother are orphaned, she is forced to live on the charity of distant relatives in England while he seeks his fortune in America. When news arrives that her brother is dangerously ill, Susannah will stop at nothing, even highway robbery, to get the money she desperately needs to save his life. It is 1670, when times are hard and punishments harsh." 30723 "Highway rat, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781407124377 K-2 "Give me your buns and your biscuits. Give me your chocolate eclairs. For I am the Rat of the highway and the Rat Thief never shares. Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway Rat gallops along the highway, stealing their food. Clover from a rabbit; nuts from a squirrel, he even steals hay from his own horse. Until, the Highway Rat meets a cunning duck." 39761 Highway robbery "Thompson, Kate" Bodley Head 2008 9780370329574 3-4 "In England in the 1800s, a dark stranger leaves his magnificent horse, Black Bess, in the care of a boy he's never met. As dusk falls, the stranger has still not returned and the loyal boy has declined many offers to buy the animal. Then soldiers arrive, demanding to know where the horse's owner has gone. There's mischief in the air, but it isn't entirely clear who's causing it." 2957 "Highwayman's curse, The" "Morgan, Nicola" Walker Books 2007 9781406303124 7-9 "On the run from the redcoats, the two young highwaymen, Will and Bess, find themselves in Scotland, blamed for a murder they did not commit. They are captured by smugglers and become embroiled in religious hatred and revenge that goes back for generations. Will and Bess will have to make decisions and choices that will test their courage to the limit." 16462 "Highwayman's footsteps, The" "Morgan, Nicola" Walker Books 2006 9781406303117 7-9 "William de Lacy, the high born son of a gentleman, is on the run for stealing money and a horse. These are hanging offences and Will and the mysterious Bess must be resourceful and brave enough to survive an eighteenth century highwayman's life." 188 "Highwayman, The" "Noyes, Alfred" Oxford University Press 1999 9780192723703 7-9 "A classic adventure and tragic love story told in verse, about the betrayal of heroic Bess and her dashing highwayman." Hilda graphic novel series "Pearson, Luke" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3817 "Hilo: Boy who crashed to Earth, The" "Winick, Judd" Penguin 2015 9780141376929 3-4 "When a strange boy in silver underwear falls from the sky D.J. and his friends think it is pretty cool to have a new kid at school that can do crazy things, even if he can't remember anything about where he came from. But when evil robots start appearing to destroy the earth, this new boy could become the most important or the most dangerous friend the gang has ever had. A graphic novel." 4425 Hippo has a hat "Donaldson, Julia & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" MacMillan 2007 9781405021920 K-2 "Hippo and friends go to the shop to buy lots of interesting clothes, including shoes for Caterpillar and slippers for Gorilla. They all look so smart, they should be going to a party." 13708 "Hired girl, The" "Schlitz, Laura Amy" Walker Books 2015 9781406361407 7-9 "Fourteen year old Joan Skraggs yearns for real life and true love, just like the heroines in her beloved novels. But, there is little hope for adventure, beauty or art on a farm in Pennsylvania, where the work never ends, looking after her father and three brothers. When she can't take any more, Joan escapes to the city, finding a kitchen maid's position in a Jewish household. Here, she grows as a person and her strict religious upbringing is tempered, as she learns more about her employers' beliefs and world events." 4832 His Royal Tinyness "Lloyd-Jones, Sally & Roberts, David (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406324662 K-2 "Once upon a time there was a happy family. Then, one horrible, no good day, a new ruler was born...behold! His Royal Highness, King Baby!" 4520 Historium "Nelson, Jo & Wilkinson, Richard (ill)" Templar Publishing 2015 9781783701889 5-6 "Welcome to the virtual museum. The galleries, which are based on the geographical location of the archaeological finds, include Africa, America, Asia, Europe, The Middle East and Oceania. See objects of beauty, objects of functionality, objects of war, objects of life, death and burial. As you wander from room to room, explore the magnificence of what civilisations have left behind over thousands of years of human history." History mysteries series "Greenwood, Mark" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18050 "History of cricket, A" "Chambers, Catherine" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030586 7-9 "Cricket is a worldwide sport, which is even played on ice. Discover where it began, how the rules were created, who was the man behind the famous Lords ground in England and how Australia was the country to invent one day internationals." 4822 "History of fashion, A" "Bone, Emily & Cowan, Laura" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474924931 7-9 "A beautifully illustrated book that tells the story of how fashion has changed and evolved over thousands of years. From animal skins worn by the very first people, to flapper dresses, flares and other modern fashions in the 20th century." 97681 Hit list "Heath, Jack" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330425841 7-9 "Ash and Benjamin are thieves. They find stolen artefacts and return them to their owners. When they try to rescue Alice B from the only place in the world who know more than the CIA, they encounter assassins, huge swimming pools and Ghosts. Includes violence. Usually read by students in years 9,10 and above." 2184 "Hitchhiker's guide to the galaxy, The" "Adams, Douglas" Pan Macmillan London 2002 9780330491198 7-9 The hilarious saga of a pair of Earth refugees who stumble on the meaning of life after the planet is destroyed. 567919 Hive "Betts, A.J" Pan MacMillan 2018 9781760556433 7-9 "Hayley tends to her bees and follows the rules in the only world she has ever known. Until she witnesses the impossible: a drip from the ceiling. A drip? It doesn't make sense. Yet she hears it, catches it. Tastes it. Curiosity is a hook. What starts as a drip leads to a lie, a death, a boy, a beast, and too many awful questions." 190 "Hobbit, The" "Tolkien, J R R" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1999 9780006754022 7-9 "In this classic story, hobbits are small but heroic people who live in The Shire in Middle Earth. Bilbo Baggins, a hobbit who lives in Bag End, goes on a quest with the wizard, Gandalf." 8309 "Hobbit: an illustrated edition, The" "Tolkien & Wenzel, D (ill) & Dixon, C & Deming, S (adapt)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780345445605 5-6 "Prelude to The Lord of the Rings series in which Bilbo Baggins, at the request of the great wizard, Gandalf, sets off on an adventure fraught with danger. Nasty things adventures, they often make you miss dinner. Bilbo reclaims the dwarves' treasure and discovers the all-powerful ring that binds them all." 9583 "Hobby for Mrs Arbuckle, A" "Smyth, Gwenda & James, Ann (ill)" Viking Children's 1989 9780670823833 3-4 Mrs Emmeline Arbuckle looks in the newspaper to find a new hobby with the help of her different pets. 191 Hold my hand or else "Clark, Margaret" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9780091827083 7-9 "A story about the relationships between young people and their parents in a seaside community. It's about starting high school, first love and difficult sisters." 1084 Hold on tight "Acton, Sara" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742833491 K-2 "A little girl explores the possibilities of being blown away, riding the leaves, chasing fairies, bouncing on clouds, being caught in raindrops." 18533 "Hold-up heroes, The" "Bates, Dianne & Wright, Kathryn (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944384 3-4 "Polly and James overhear a gang of bushrangers plotting to kidnap the Governor. Before they can tell anyone, they discover their father will be driving the Governor's coach and fear he is helping the bushrangers." 14978 Hole in the road "Wood, Jakki" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845072865 K-2 "The many steps needed to mend a damaged stretch of road, from the barricading of the original hole through to the laying and rolling of new asphalt. Find out about the vehicles, safety procedures and personnel required to complete the work." 5259 "Hole story, The" "Canby, Kelly" Fremantle Press 2018 9781925591125 K-2 One day Charlie finds a hole. A hole of his very own! He picks it up and pops it in his pocket. But it doesn't take Charlie long to realise that a hole in your pocket is not a good thing to have... 567901 "Hole, The" "Brown, Kerry & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" ABC Books 2018 9780733335235 3-4 "If you were walking through the woods and a hole you came upon, would you stop and take a look? Or simply carry on?" 192 Holes "Sachar, Louis" Bloomsbury 2003 9780747563662 7-9 "Stanley is not surprised when a miscarriage of justice sends him to Camp Green Lake Juvenile Detention Centre. Nor is he surprised when he is told that his daily labour is to dig a hole, five foot wide and five foot deep, and report anything he finds in it." 2192 Holly and the dream fixer "Hayes, Rosemary & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 1998 9780141300306 3-4 "Holly's family is set to spend their holidays at the caravan park again. Holly is outraged, wishing that she could have an exotic island summer holiday like her classmates. Xavier comes to her rescue but island bliss is hard to find." 489 Holly Bloom's garden "Ashman, Sarah & Parent, Nancy & Mitchell, Lori (ill)" Flashlight Press 2004 9780972922500 K-2 "Late bloomer, Holly, yearns to be a great gardener but just can't manage to grow flowers like her family can. But, Holly is determined to succeed and she finds where her real talents lie." Holly Webb's kittens & puppies series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 40213 Home "Oliver, Narelle" Omnibus Books 2006 9781862916692 5-6 "When their cliff top habitat is destroyed by fire, a pair of peregrine falcons must find a new one. They end up in the city but they wonder if they will be able to make it to their home." 193 "Home among the gum trees: the story of Australian houses, A" "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864480955 5-6 The complete history of Australian homes from pre-European settlement to modern day dwellings. 9114 Home and away "Marsden, John & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410566 7-9 "Everyone wants a safe place, a place to share with people they love and to call home. Torn from everything they know and love, a young boy and his family struggle to survive the harsh realities of living life as refugees. A harrowing read for refugees from other lands, a disturbingly thought-provoking read for those of us who have always lived in peace and with plenty." 13049 Home for gnomes "Clark, Margaret & Gordon, Gus" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303336 3-4 "The gnomes have always lived in Miss Mackie's garden. She looks after them and the gnomes work hard to keep her big garden beautiful. When Miss Mackie falls ill and has to leave her home, the gnomes promise they will care for the garden and look after each other. But, when developers come to knock the house down, the gnomes realise Miss Mackie isn't coming back." 9304 Home foreign language book Various K-2 "Students and parents may substitute reading or listening to any book on the Kindergarten to Year 2 booklist, for a similar book that is written in their home language. All students may read a home language book as a personal choice book." 16015 Home in the rain "Graham, Bob" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781406368239 K-2 "In heavy rain, Francie and her mum, who is expecting a baby girl, are driving home from Grandma's. When they're still far from home, they pull over for a picnic. As the car steams up, Francie presses her little finger on the window, spelling out Daddy and Mummy. She leave one space free, ready and waiting for the name of her soon-to-be sister." 8090 Home in the sky "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2001 9780744575859 3-4 "Light, a white pigeon, flies away and is lost in the city of New York. He is rescued by a young boy but Light must return to his real owner, Mike, to be free to fly. The story is illustrated with Jeannie Baker's beautiful collages." 9507 Home of the Kadimakara people "Trezise, Percy" HarperCollins Australia 2000 9780207198489 3-4 "A Dreaming story retold. Jadianta, his sister Lande and brother Jalmor are fishing when a storm blows their walpa out into Balanorga, the great lake. A gentler wind blows them on shore and they must journey back to their people, the Kadimakara." 12427 Home run "Collins, Paul & Brecon, Connah" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405265 3-4 "One day, Robbie, who is always left out, gets his chance to join in and to hit a grand slam. The team is losing, so it can't hurt to let Robbie play. Robbie's difference, the reason for his rejection, is handled with subtlety." 9899 Home to mother "Pilkington Garimara, Doris & Lyndon, Janice (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235467 3-4 Three girls are taken from their mothers in the 1930s and are sent to a camp. They decide to escape and follow a rabbit-proof fence to find their way home. 195 Homelands and frontiers "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781862913875 7-9 "Tracing the clashes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the Europeans who tried to move them from their land. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9333 Homeless bird "Whelan, Gloria" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845079772 7-9 "At thirteen, Koly enters a traditional Indian, arranged marriage and is widowed in months. She is imprisoned in her husband's home until abandoned to spend her days in worship with other widows. Koly discovers opportunities and savage crimes among those who would help her and those who would exploit her." 29979 Homer the library cat "Lindbergh, Reeve & Wilsdorf, Anne (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406336566 K-2 "Homer is a very quiet cat. He lives in a very quiet house with a very quiet lady. One day, while the lady is away, Homer hears a very loud crash and out the window he goes. He takes an unexpected tour of the neighbourhood and discovers it's a surprisingly hectic place. Poor Homer just wants to find a spot where he can curl up, undisturbed." 15053 Honey and Bear "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143305002 K-2 "Honey and Bear are good friends and do lots of things together. Sometimes, they feel bored or cross but they always look after each other. Contains five stories." 30126 Honey bees close up "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2014 9781742033440 5-6 "Not only do bees provide us with honey and beeswax, they are responsible for much of the food we depend on every day. Take a closer look at these important insects." 9210 Honey spot "Davis, Jack" Currency Press 1988 9780868191638 5-6 "Through the friendship between a black boy and a white girl, race relations and conservation are dealt with in this play." Hooey Higgins series "Voake, Steve & Dodson, Emma (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Hoofbeats series "Duey, Kathleen" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1177 Hooray for bread "Ahlberg, Allan & Ingram, Bruce (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781406337990 K-2 "This tasty tale shares the joy a loaf of bread brings a baker, his family, a back-yard of dogs, a pond-full of ducks, a flock of birds and a teeny mouse." 11267 Hoosh: camels in Australia "Brian, Janeen" ABC Books 2005 9780733315046 5-6 Information about the camels of the desert and their role in Australia's development. Coloured photographs and maps cover every imaginable aspect of camels and their presence in Australia. 2067 Hootie the cutie "Worthington, Michelle & Poli, Giuseppe (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2014 9781921928000 K-2 A brave little owl proves that heroes come in all shapes and sizes. 18556 Hope Bay "Pluss, Nicole" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301523 7-9 "A friendship between a young adolescent girl called Possum and Olga, a Dutch World War II refugee, reveals past and present histories, connections and relationships. Grief and loss are sensitively handled and resolved." 37948 Hope in a ballet shoe "DePrince, Michaela & Elaine" Faber & Faber 2014 9780571314461 7-9 "Michaela DePrince grew up in war-torn Sierra Leone, witnessing shocking atrocities. When her father is killed and her mother dies of famine, Michaela is sent to an orphanage. She is adopted by an American couple but life isn't without difficulties. When Michaela begins ballet lessons, she faces racism and prejudice, and has to fight for a place amongst the ballet elite to become an international ballet star." 3972 Horizon "Westerfeld, Scott" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743817605 7-9 "When a plane crash-lands in the arctic, eight young survivors step from the wreckage expecting to see nothing but ice and snow. Instead they find themselves lost in a strange jungle with no way to get home and little hope of rescue. Food is running out. Water is scarce. And the jungle is full of threats unlike anything the survivors have ever seen before- from razor-beaked shredder birds to carnivorous vines and much, much worse. With danger at every turn, these eight kids must learn to work together to survive. But cliques and rivalries threaten to tear them apart. And not everyone will make it out of the jungle alive." 196 Horned helmet "Treece, Henry" 1996 9781855493582 7-9 "A novel set in Viking Britain. Beorn, a fugitive from Iceland, is adopted by a powerful Viking warrior." Horowitz horror series "Horowitz, Anthony" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2203 Horrendo's curse "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865086033 3-4 "Horrendo reveals strategies for overcoming fear and adversity when he finds creative solutions to problems caused by pirates, vile villains and volcanoes. Horrendo champions those who are different and non-violent." 2206 Horrible Harriet "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781865084398 3-4 "Horrible Harriet lives in the roof of the school. She is mean and nasty and the other children are scared of her. When Athol Egghead arrives in a hot-air balloon, he is her first friend. Horrible Harriet is one in a million, even that's one too many." 849 Horrible Harriet's inheritance: in her own words "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781741149852 3-4 "You may remember Horrible Harriet - she's wicked, wild and larger than life, and she invented Mr Chicken. Well Harriet is back to claim her inheritance and fill in the gaps in her impressive family tree along the way. These include queens, warriors and yes, a vampire too. Horrible Harriet is going on a journey of a lifetime." Horrible histories series Various 7-9 "A light-hearted look at the trivial, unusual, gory and unpleasant events that have occurred throughout history. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2208 "Horrible holiday, The" "Jinks, Catherine" Puffin Australia 1998 9780141301839 3-4 "While his family appears to be going on a disastrous holiday, Kevin is having a good time, appreciating different things." Horrid Henry series "Simon, Francesca" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4946 "Horror handbook, The" "van Loon, Paul & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Alma Books Ltd 2016 9781846884177 7-9 "A humorous guide to the world of vampires, witches and monsters. What happens to a vampire when he dies? How does somebody become a werewolf? How can you protect yourself from witches? All of these questions and more are answered in this book, which will finally give you all the information you ever wanted to know about ghosts, zombies, monsters and all kinds of creepy-crawly creatures. Full of tips, anecdotes and trivia, and delightfully illustrated by Axel Scheffler. Paul van Loon's book is a fun and fascinating reference book for all fans of scary stories and things that go bump in the night." 33324 "Horse called Darling, A" "Stephens, Delwyne" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304692 5-6 "Penny has to cope with the saddest moment in her life, involving her pony, Manny. Everyone is willing her to come back and compete in the next event. Hopefully, a horse called Darling will encourage her." 12571 "Horse called Elvis, A" "Heffernan, John" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046105 5-6 "Matt befriends an abused horse, Elvis, that touches the lives of his family struggling to stay together. Some coarse language and cruelty to animals in a realistic story of a father's efforts to overcome his own shortcomings for love of his children." 46389 "Horse for Angel, A" "Lean, Sarah & Blythe, Gary (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9780007455058 5-6 "Nell is surprised when her mum wants her to stay with her family in the country. While unpacking her bags she is startled by a large wild horse and a mysterious girl, which leads Nell on a mystery and a chance to discover secrets about herself." 18358 Horse girl "Larkin, John" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780733617881 3-4 "Eight year old Rebecca eats, sleeps and loves horses and one day turns into one. A simple, humorous story of Rebecca at school as a horse." 17469 Horse mad "Wolfer, Dianne" Fremantle Press 2005 9781920731472 3-4 What happens to a horse mad girl when she stops being horse mad? A story of Alice and her friends imagining they are horses on the school playground. Horse mad series "Helidoniotis, Kathy" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14680 "Horse road, the" "Harrison, Troon" Bloomsbury 2012 9781408819357 7-9 "In Ferghana, Central Asia, in 102 BC, thirteen year old Kallisto is an excellent horsewoman. One day, while racing her horses in the mountains, Kallisto sees the Chinese army approaching her city. On reaching home, she finds a deserted city, and her favourite horse and others missing. Kallisto is determined to get the horses back, even if this means being challenged to a duel of horsemanship and skill." 9485 Horse show "Hayden, Kate" Dorling Kindersley 2001 9780789473714 3-4 "As three children prepare for a show, readers are introduced to the horses at White Lane Farm, one of whom is a difficult horse to ride. Preparations, basic events and horse care are included." 17348 "Horse who bit a bushranger, The " "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732289287 5-6 "Billy Marks is a pickpocket, transported to the penal colony of NSW. He and his mate reckon they'll become bushrangers, buying a brumby stallion, covered with scars and refusing to bend to any man's will. Jackie French has used, in context, language and opinions of the times which are now unacceptable." 49947 Horses for King Arthur "Lawrence, L S" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781862919198 7-9 "Alexa, the headstrong teenage daughter of a landowning family in 475 England, dreams of breeding fine horses. When she meets Artorius, a boy who dreams of victory, fighting the barbarians from horseback, Alexa finds allies to help extricate herself from her mother's plans. She finds herself in an uncertain, bloodthirsty world, where life has little value when measured against power and wealth. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4013 Horses: a complete guide for young horse lovers "Gardini, Lauryn" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2008 9781742113524 5-6 "Whether you own a horse or just dream about it, find out everything you want to know about caring for horses, identifying breeds and colours, and basic riding skills." 5439 Horses: Wild & tame "Volant, Iris & Vogel, Jarom (ill)" Flying Eye Books 2017 9781911171324 K-2 "From the earliest cave paintings of wild horses to domesticated ones today, horses have been a huge part of human history. See how the horse evolved from its ancient relatives, learn about famous horses from history and discover interesting facts along the way in this elegantly illustrated book." 4454 Horton and the Kwuggerbug and more lost stories "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008131272 K-2 "Four short stories feature familiar faces and places, including Horton the Elephant, Marco, Mulberry Street and a Grinch. Seuss fans will learn more about Horton's integrity, Marco's amazing imagination, a narrowly avoided disaster on Mulberry Street, and a devious Grinch." 13807 Horton hatches the egg "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2004 9780007175192 K-2 "A fun, rhyming story about good-natured Horton whose dependability pays off." 26458 Hostage "Tayleur, Karen" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742031026 7-9 "The thing I remember is that the chemist floor had a large, black scuff near the counter. I don't remember the knife. I remember something cold on my neck, which could have been a knife, or it could just have been his long, cold fingers. But it was the scuff I remember best. Adult themes require a mature reader. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 4042 Hotaka: a novel "Heffernan, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760113766 7-9 "When the tsunami strikes the Japanese coastal town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery and Hotaka finds himself increasingly haunted by memories of his best friend, Takeshi. When strong-willed Sakura initiates a controversial anti-seawall movement, there is danger at every turn for Hotaka and his friends. As the town and its people struggle to rebuild their lives, can Hotaka help Omori-wan look to the future- and can he let go of his past? A powerful and moving story about one boy caught up in the Japanese earthquake and tsunami of 2011. " HotDog series "Do, Anh & McGuiness, Dan (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3301 Hotel Strange: His royal majesty of the mushrooms "Ferrier, Katherine & Ferrier, Florian" Graphic Universe 2016 9781512411546 3-4 "When Kiki finds a crown in the woods, a group of mushroom people rushes to call him their ruler. Now the quirky residents of Hotel Strange have to find the real king before things get even crazier." 2252 "Hound of the Baskervilles, The" "Doyle, Sir Arthur Conan" Penguin 2009 9780141192437 7-9 "The sudden death of Sir Charles Baskerville is blamed on a fearsome, ghostly hound that has haunted his family for generations. When the famed detective, Sherlock Holmes, is engaged to ensure the safety of the Baskerville heir, Dr Watson is surprised that his friend is dismissive of the matter. Watson is dispatched alone to the wild moors and, in the cold night, a savage and bestial howl can be heard. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17912 "Hounds of the Morrigan, The" "O'Shea, Pat" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192728722 5-6 "Set in the west of Ireland, this story tells of the coming of the Great Queen, the Morrigan, who is bent on bringing destruction to the world. Only Pidge and Bridget can stop her and their task seems impossible as they're constantly trailed by the Queen's hounds. But, they're aided in their quest by a host of willing helpers, a glorious array of unforgettable characters from Irish legend and lore." 4571 Houndsley and Catina "Howe, James and Gay, Marie-Louise (ill)" Candlewick Press 2006 9780763624040 K-2 "Houndsley is a loyal friend to Catina. He encourages her writing pursuits and wants desperately to see what she has put down in words. Catina is just as loyal and compassionate to Houndsley, and absolutely adores the creative and tasty meals he concocts. But sometimes, no matter how much heart and soul goes into an individual's efforts, things don't always work out as expected." 4164 Hour of the bees "Eagar, Lindsay" Walker Books 2016 9781406368154 7-9 "While her friends are enjoying their summer holidays, twelve year old Carol is helping her parents move the grandfather she's never met into a home for people with dementia. At first, Carol avoids prickly Grandpa Serge. But, his crazy stories, about a healing tree, a green-glass lake and the bees that will bring back the rain and end a hundred years drought, begin to fascinate her. As the thin line between magic and reality starts to blur, Carol must decide for herself what is possible and what it means to be true to her roots." 2180 "House for Donfinkle, A" "Brereton, Choechoe & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781921720536 K-2 "Up high in the grasslands where Wooble Beasts roam, Donfinkle Vonkrinkle is building his home. When up pop four creatures to babble and squawk, a troublesome taunt full of bothersome talk." 197 "House guest, The" "Nilsson, Eleanor" Puffin Australia 1997 9780140386011 7-9 "A gang of children robs houses. Gunna, a member of the gang, finds that one of the houses draws him back and that it is for a reason. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 24439 "House in the woods, A" "Moore, Inga" Walker Books 2011 9781406324327 K-2 "When two Little Pigs leave their home-made huts one morning, two very large friends, Moose and Bear, move in. It's very nice to have your friends stay but not when they cause your homes to collapse. The animals decide to solve the problem by building a big enough house in the woods where all four of them can live together." 6362 "House of her own, A" "Hughes, Jenny & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2014 9781742974620 K-2 "Audrey is bigger than she was yesterday. Now she needs a bigger house. So she asks her Dad to build her one, at the top of a tree. It is an ideal house, perfect in every way. Except for one thing." 198 "House of many rooms, The" "Pryor, Michael" Louis Braille Audio 2000 9780732024208 7-9 "When the Princess and her band of followers are pursued by the Hollow Men, Saul is drawn into their conflict." 15097 "House of Narcissus, The" "Wild, Margaret & Harris, Wayne (ill)" ABC Books 2001 9780733310492 5-6 "A beautiful house in Venice, rich in history, revisits its past stories in the context of the present. It is a house that has shunned all inhabitants but eventually it welcomes a fragile cat and opens its heart to life." 6818 "House that was built in a day, The: ANZAC cottage" "Everett, Valerie & McGuire, Barbara" University of Western Australia Press 2007 9781920694715 5-6 A community in Western Australia decided to honour the ANZACs by building a house in one single day and giving it to a returning wounded ANZAC soldier. It is the oldest memorial in Western Australia and one of the oldest nationally. 2359 "House that was Eureka, The" "Wheatley, Nadia" Text Publishing Co 2013 9781922147189 7-9 "Two tales twist together at 203 Liberty Street, Newtown. In 1985, sixteen year old Evie and her family move into a new home, which appears to be haunted. Evie dreams of running footsteps, shouting voices and loud banging. Fifty years previously, during the Great Depression, Lizzie and her family live at number 203. Her family faces eviction and the local communist movement barricades the house. The final chapters reveal the connections between the past and the present. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 21155 How animals build "Butterfield, Moira & Hutchinson, Tom" Lonely Planet Publications 2017 9781786576620 5-6 "Do bees need cement mixers to build hives? Do beavers use cranes to construct dams? No, of course not! Like many animals, they're building geniuses who don't need building site tools to create incredible work. Welcome to nature's very own, super-clever world of construction." 34996 How animals work "Burnie, David" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405351928 7-9 "Burrow underground with a mole rat, join a brown bear on a fishing expedition, witness a honeybee dance and take flight with a flock of flamingos. Explore the incredible animal kingdom and find out how animals move, communicate, hunt and feed in their natural habitats. " 75377 How big is a million "Milbourne, Anna & Riglietti, Serena (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746077696 K-2 "Pipkin, the little penguin, wants to know just how big a million is. He knows it's a big number so he sets out on a journey to find out. Assists early understanding of number and quantity." 7304 How big is too small "Godwin, Jane & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670070756 K-2 "Poor Sam, he always gets left out of his big brother's games. But, one day, when the big boys leave him out again, Sam gets to thinking about how big is too small." 5046 How cities work "Gulliver Hancock, James " Lonely Planet Publications 2016 9781786570215 3-4 From the cities to the skyscrapers- reveal the secret workings of the city. Lift the flaps to see what is inside buildings and unfold pages to find out what's going on above your head and under your feet. It's the city like you have never seen before. 570814 How did I get here? "Bunting, Philip" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769684 3-4 "The (unauthorised) biography of you, and the story of all of us. Charting from the Big Bang to birth, Philip Bunting takes us on a journey back to the start of time (in about the time it takes to eat your breakfast!) A hilarious, and beautifully illustrated book, designed to raise more questions than it answers." 41489 How do dinosaurs eat their food "Yolen, Jane & Teague, Mark (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2006 9780007216086 K-2 "Ten different dinosaur species behave just like some children do at mealtimes - burping, spitting, spilling or playing with their food." 35727 How do you burp in space "Goodman, Susan & Slack, Michael (ill)" Bloomsbury 2013 9781599900681 5-6 "Here is a travel planner for all those who dream of taking a holiday in outer space. Includes what to pack, how to get there and home again, what to wear, how to sleep, brush your teeth and even burp in space. " How does it work series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35551 How does my home work? "Butterworth, Chris & Gaggiotti, Lucia (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406363784 3-4 "Flick a switch...the light comes on. Press a button...the TV comes on. Turn the tap....clean water comes out. Take a drink from the fridge...it's cool and fresh. Just how do all these clever things happen in your home? Go on a fascinating journey, behind the walls and under the floor of this home to find out about the energy that makes it all work." 48838 How frogmouth found her home "Kwaymullina, Ambelin" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696015 K-2 "Frogmouth isn't like the other birds. She doesn't want to live in the trees and is in search of something more. Frogmouth travels the land hunting for a new nesting place but nothing feels right. On her way, she helps other animals find their true homes, but still she searches for hers." 113069 How high can a kangaroo hop "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780732285449 5-6 "Discover the lost monster kangaroos, how indigenous people hunted and used kangaroos, how to tell a kangaroo from a wallaby and what to do if you find a kangaroo by the side of a road." 23614 How I alienated my grandmother "Main, Suzanne" Scholastic New Zealand 2015 9781775433064 5-6 "After discovering a long buried, mysterious device in his back yard, Michael inadvertently causes his Gran to become inhabited by an alien. Michael and his best friend, Elvis set out to remedy the situation, only to discover the future of the Earth is at stake. Elvis is the expert in science fiction and technology, while Michael is quick thinking and can scheme his way out of trouble, as quickly as he gets into it." 12247 How I became a pirate "Long, Melinda & Shannon, David (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2003 9780152018481 K-2 "Jeremy Jacob joins Braid Beard and his pirate crew and finds out about pirate language, pirate manners and other aspects of their life." 35596 "How Lunchbox Jones saved me from robots, traitors and Missy the Cruel" "Brown, Jennifer" Bloomsbury 2015 9781681194417 5-6 "Luke Abbott's school is the losing-est school in the history of losing. And that's just fine for him. He'd rather be at home playing video games and avoiding his older brother Rob and the Greatest Betrayal of All Time. But now he's being forced to join the robotics team, where surely he'll help uphold the school's losing streak. He'll also meet a colorful cast of characters, including: Mikayla, the girl who does everything with her toes; Jacob and Jacob, who aren't twins but might as well be; the sunflower seed-obsessed Stuart; and Missy the Cruel, Luke's innocent-looking bully since they were six-years-old. But it's an unlikely connection with a mysterious boy known only as ""Lunchbox Jones"" that will change Luke's life. Turns out, Luke and Lunchbox Jones have a lot more in common than just robots." 3717 How machines work: zoo break "Macaulay, David" Dorling Kindersley 2015 9781465440129 3-4 "Follow the mad antics of Sloth and his sidekick, Sengi, as they try to find their way out of the zoo, with the help of some machines." 5032 How many dinosaurs deep? "Kitchin, Ben & Fieldhouse, Vicky (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059731 3-4 Jim is not quite sure that he's ready to move from the baby pool to the middle-sized pool. Can a group of splashing dinosaurs help him face his fear? 15575 How nearly everything was invented by the Brainwaves "MacLeod, Jilly & Swerling, Lisa (ill) & Lazar, Ralph (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 2008 9781405329781 5-6 "Through labelled diagrams, the Brainwaves present the inventing of the lens, steam engine, light bulb, generator, internal combustion engine, transistor, gunpowder, and many other everyday inventions and scientific discoveries." 2267 How the birds got their colours "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Albert, Mary (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046242 K-2 Based on a story of the Bardi people in Western Australia. An Aboriginal story that explains the misadventure that led to the birds being so colourful. 3675 How the elephant got his trunk "Kipling, Rudyard & Joven, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474918497 K-2 "Once, in a time long forgotten, elephants had short, stubby noses. One day a curious baby elephant visits Crocodile and that all changes." 5794 How the finch got his colours "Guertin, Annemarie Riley & Perez Garcia, Helena" Familius 2018 9781945547775 K-2 "Many years ago, before the world bloomed in magnificent colours, the Earth lay stark and gray. The animals that graced its skies and roamed its lands were the colours of dirt, clay, and stone. Until Rainbow descended to bestow her colours on the creatures of the world. Each bird asked for a bright and beautiful colour, green for Parrot, red for Cardinal, and yellow for Canary. But will there be any colours left for little Gouldian Finch? He soon learns the power of patience and the beauty of all creatures." 2262 How the Finnegans saved the ship "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2001 9780207197499 3-4 "Based partly on historic fact, thirteen year old Mary travels by steamship with Mrs Finnegan and her six other children from Ireland to Australia in 1913. Lots of explanatory notes on Irish history, customs and recipes included in this book." 73826 How the kangaroos got their tails "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lirrmiyarri, George (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046259 3-4 "Told by George Lirrmiyarri of the Kija people to children living in Warmun, Western Australia. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. A battle of wits, between a hills kangaroo and a plains kangaroo over some bush honey, leads to an interesting outcome." 7931 How the sun got to Coco's house "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2015 9781406359008 K-2 "The journey of the sun is captured as it travels from the far side of the world, rising up behind a snowy peak and casting its mellow dawn light for the wandering polar bears. The sun leaps whole countries, chasing the night, before bursting at last in a fanfare of warm golden light through little Coco's window." 3672 How the whale got his throat "Kipling, Rudyard & Joven, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474918503 K-2 "Once upon a time, Whale was ever so greedy- he swam around eating anything and everything he came across. Then one day he decided to eat a man and things changed..." 17139 How to be a great detective "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 2004 9780143301004 5-6 "Claudia is convinced the stain on the path is blood. That means murder and she wonders who is dead and who is the killer. Claudia sets out to gather the evidence and to bring the killer to justice, jumping to conclusions along the way." 12535 How to be a world explorer: your all-terrain training manual "Levy, Joel & Hancock, James Gulliver" Lonely Planet Publications 2012 9781743214091 7-9 "This book will teach you everything you need to know to venture through all the landscapes on Earth as well as through the air, over the seas and under the waves. Soon you'll have no excuses - get out there and explore!" 5580 How to be famous "Shalev, Michal" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570300 3-4 "A pigeon comes from a famous family. They have been famous for generations. But, he is particularly famous and he wants to tell you why." 4668 How to bee "MacDibble, Bren" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294335 7-9 "In a world where bees are extinct, the quickest, bravest kids climb fruit trees and pollinate the flowers by hand. All Peony wants to be is a bee - dancing along the high branches and helping her gramps and sister scratch out a living. Life on the farm is a scrabble, but there is enough to eat and a place to sleep, and there is love. Then Peony's mother arrives to take her away from everything she has ever known. Will Peony's grit and quick thinking be enough to keep her safe?" 3535 How to build a car "Lacey, Saskia & Sodomka, Martin (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781633220409 3-4 "Eli's famous for dreaming big. Sometimes too big. But this time, the mouse has a plan-to build a real race car. If he can get his friends Phoebe and Hank to help, it might just work. And together, they can really go places. Through hard work and perseverance, the three friends learn all about car mechanics and teamwork as they work together to build a miniature racer." 18321 How to catch a fish "Thornton, J D" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865046549 5-6 "Factual guide for people who fish. Contains images, diagrams and text boxes with descriptions and Information about different breeds." 15930 How to catch a monster "Bollenbach, Christina" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742832791 K-2 "Lukas sits on the edge of his bed every night waiting for his scary monster, until he hatches a plan to catch it once and for all." 5194 How to cook children: a grisly recipe book "Howard, Martin & Stimpson, Colin (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733323843 7-9 "A witty, tongue in cheek cooking manual for witches, with recipes collected from around the world. Each witch presents her method with kids as an ingredient, lots of word play, and cultural and linguistic humour." 10777 How to cross the road and not turn into a pizza "Fine, Anne" Walker Books 2002 9780744590340 3-4 Simon and his class are being taught how to cross the road without ending up as flat as a pizza. This is an important thing to know. 2268 How to eat fried worms "Rockwell,Thomas" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 1996 9780440445456 5-6 The humorous account of a fifty dollar bet for Billy to eat fifteen worms. 32388 How to get rid of a vampire "Erre, J.M & Lallemand, Clemence (ill)" Alma Books Ltd 2017 9781846884221 3-4 "Zazie has begun writing in her new diary, filling it with all her thoughts and feelings about her friends, school and family, knowing that at least here she will not get into trouble for speaking her mind. School has become much harder work now that their regular teacher is away and the replacement is a particularly strict task master who just happens to bare a striking resemblance to the main character of the book Zazie is currently reading - Dracula. Zazie determines it is up to her to save the situation, using the advice contained within Dram Stoker's book. However not all goes according to plan, with one mishap after another." 2270 How to guzzle your garden "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1999 9780207197932 5-6 "This book enables the reader to select seeds, grow, cook and eat the produce." 5207 How to hang a witch "Mather, Adriana" Walker Books 2018 9781406378795 7-9 "The trials of high school start to feel like modern day witch hunt for Samantha Mather, who has all the wrong connections to Salem's past. To say Sam is unwelcome in Salem would be an understatement. She is the target of the Descendants, a mysterious group of girls whose ancestors were persecuted in the Witch Trials. Complicating her life further is Elijah, an inconveniently handsome resident ghost, and her cute new neighbour, Jaxon. When a centuries old curse is rekindled, Sam finds herself in the centre of it. Can she stop history repeating itself?" 54416 How to heal a broken wing "Graham, Bob" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781406307160 K-2 "When Wills sees a fallen bird on the crowded city footpath, he stops and reaches down to help the creature whose wing has broken." 15348 How to live forever "Thompson, Colin" Red Fox 1998 9780099461814 5-6 "A boy in search of a missing book, lost over two hundred years ago, looks in a library that holds a complete collection of all the books ever published. The shelves come alive at night when the watchman has fallen asleep." 486 How to raise and keep a dragon "Topsell, John & Nigg, Joseph (ed)" HarperCollins Australia 2006 9780732284091 5-6 "All you need to know about choosing and raising your dragon. Detailed information on differing breeds, the advantages of one over another as a pet and valuable information on equipment and lifestyle changes that may be required." 17231 How to save the universe in 10 easy steps "Rushby, Allison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743319000 5-6 "Cooper and Molly are twins but, on the eve of his tenth birthday, Cooper discovers Molly is actually an alien sent to protect and help him fulfil his destiny. One day, he is going to save the universe. Cooper doesn't think he has any special skills so he wonders how on earth, or rather Peregrination, is he going to do it." 3701 How to speak dolphin "Rorby, Ginny" Scholastic US 2015 9780545676052 5-6 "Lily's life seems to revolve around her half-brother, Adam, who has autism. She has little time for friends or activities. Her stepfather doesn't acknowledge that Adam needs to attend a special school and Lily has yet to get over the grief of losing her mother in a car accident. When Adam meets Nori, a young dolphin with cancer, they bond instantly. But, Lily wants to get real help for Adam and help Nori to regain her freedom, without betraying her family." 8831 How Tom beat Captain Najork and his hired sportsmen "Hoban, Russell" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780099432470 3-4 "Fearsome Aunt Fidget Wonkham-Strong is sick of Tom messing around so she organises Captain Najork and his sportsmen to play womble, muck and sneedball. Tom may not be able to defeat these formidable opponents." 2160 How weird is that "Evans, Gyan & Dawson, M S (ill)" Museagency 2008 9780646493398 3-4 "A book about trying to describe the impossible, the highly improbable and the most likely to be extinct creature, rarely ever seen." 15054 Howler "Rosen, Michael & Layton, Neal (ill)" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747571377 K-2 "Howler, the pet dog, calls his owner child, Rover, and treats the family as we treat and name our pets. When a new baby arrives, the family must make some adjustments." 2552 Howzat "Lefroy, Mike & Anelli, Liz" Walker Books 2014 9781922077646 3-4 Kids all over the world play cricket. Follow their game around the globe. 47226 Hubble bubble granny trouble "Corderoy, Tracey & Berger, Joe (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2011 9780857630278 K-2 "A bespectacled little girl has a most unusual grandma. She's a witch, complete with spells, cats, bats, frogs and a pointy hat. Sometimes, the little girl wishes her granny was, well, a bit more normal." 18332 Hubert Horatio Bartle Bobton-Trent "Child, Lauren" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340877890 3-4 A story about a likable child with rich parents who solves their problems when their money runs out. 35758 "Hueys in It wasn't me, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2013 9780007420674 K-2 "A fight has broken out amongst The Hueys. But, no-one can remember what they are fighting about. If only they could find an interesting distraction." 27185 "Hueys in none the number, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" HarperCollins Children's Books 2014 9780007420698 K-2 "The thing about the Hueys was that they loved numbers, 0, 1, 2, 3.. Wait. 0 Is none a number. Join the Hueys for a counting conundrum." 29019 "Hueys in the new jumper, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007420667 K-2 "The thing about the Hueys is they all look the same, they all think the same, they all do the same things. Until, one day, a Huey knitted himself a new jumper." 35942 "Hueys in what's the opposite, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007420711 K-2 "The Hueys explore the concept of opposites in their characteristically quirky way. Starting out with some easy ones, like up and down, they move on to ever more wildly imaginative examples." 4797 Hug machine "Campbell, Scott" Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2014 9781442459359 K-2 "A little boy takes it upon himself to calm and cheer everyone, and everything, with a warm hug. He takes his work quite seriously and no challenge is too tough. Being a Hug Machine is a big, important job that requires frequent refuelling to keep his hugging energy high. When he's about to collapse from exhaustion, the Hug Machine might just need a hug too." 15036 Hugo the flying firefighter "Broekstra, Lorette" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741143348 K-2 Hugo saves the day when he spots a house fire from his aeroplane and alerts the neighbourhood by sky writing an alarm. 6424 Hugo the lifesaving sailor "Broekstra, Lorette" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741750454 K-2 Hugo sails away in 'Gypsy' from Hometown. Then the wind picks up and Hugo is in grave danger. 63552 Hullabazoo "Hollier, Lisa & Roper, Tracey (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670074822 K-2 It's a perfect day for a trip to the zoo but watch out for the clever crocs. 5864 "Hunchback of Notre-Dame, The" "Hugo, Victor" Penguin Putnam 2001 9780450152788 7-9 "The original splendid classic with detailed historical information and beautiful illustrations. The story of Esmeralda, the dark-eyed gypsy beauty and Quasimodo, the hunchbacked, bell-ringer of Notre-Dame." 36961 Hunches in bunches "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2005 9780007198566 3-4 "Join the craziest creatures as they follow hunches in bunches. Ideal for beginning readers with lots of rhyme, rhythm and repetition." Hunger Games series "Collins, Suzanne" 7-9 "Fantasy adventure novels. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 16608 Hungry ghosts "Heinrich, Sally" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409805 7-9 Sarah is experiencing prejudice. She resents fitting in with the Aussie ways while honouring her Chinese traditions. Things become really complicated when Sarah starts hearing the voice of a ghost. Contains language that may offend some readers. 29908 "Hungry lion or a dwindling assortment of animals, A " "Cummins, Lucy Ruth " Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2011 9781481448901 K-2 Once upon a time there was a hungry lion and a bunch of adorable animals. I wonder what happened next. 9569 "Hunt, The" "Oliver, Narelle" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1997 9780850917079 3-4 "At twilight, the mother tawny frogmouth owl goes hunting, looking for food for her chicks. Each tasty morsel she spies seems to disappear. A moth looks like the tree bark, a cricket like a curled leaf and you need to look very carefully to find them." 5848 Hunter's moon "Townsend, John" Evans Bros 2008 9780237535247 7-9 "Neil is a young gamekeeper. When his boss is mysteriously hurt, Neil is left to look after the woods and pheasants on his own. There have been rumours of a panther on the loose and Neil has to survive nights alone, before the truth is revealed by the light of the hunter's moon." 35705 Hunters and hunted "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2014 9781742033365 5-6 "The animal kingdom is a dangerous place, especially at mealtimes. While hunters are out searching for their dinner, the hunted are using all sorts of tricks just to stay alive. Welcome to the frightening and dangerous world of the hunters and the hunted." 7004 Hunting elephants "Roy, James " Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663266 7-9 Harry and his family head out to the country for Uncle Frank's fourth wedding. Family tensions are high and there is mystery about his uncle's experiences in the Vietnam War. Harry also has his own scars and issues to deal with around the death of his brother. A story about finding truth in unlikely places and moving on. 43170 Hunting for dragons "Whatley, Bruce" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741693294 K-2 "Dragons are everywhere, if you know where to look. A little girl sees dragons everywhere and is sure there is one living in her house. She puts on her dragon-hunting armour and sets out looking for clues to help her find the mysterious creature." 14999 Hunwick's egg "Fox, Mem & Lofts, Pamela (ill)" Penguin 2005 9780670042302 K-2 "Hunwick, an old bilby, finds an object which he thinks is an egg and he cares for it. Eventually, he realises that it is a stone and will never hatch but he continues to love it and care for it as his friend forever." 21839 Hurry down to Derry fair "Chaconas, Dori & Tyler, Gillian (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406303797 K-2 "Billy Brown is in a hurry. The fair is starting now but his family is not hurrying too. Well, there are pies to be baked, wood to be chopped and animals to be brushed, all to show and sell at the fair. Only Grandma is ready to go." 3522 Hurry up and slow down "Marlow, Layn" Oxford University Press 2008 9780192720801 K-2 "Hare and Tortoise are good friends but Hare is always in a hurry. When they're eating lunch or out walking, Hare always tells Tortoise to move faster. But, when Tortoise reads Hare a bedtime story, the tables are turned. Tortoise reads quickly but Hare wants more time to study the pictures." 2286 "Hurry up, Alice" "Mattingley, Christobel & Johnson, Michael (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780141301563 3-4 "Alice is a dreamer. Everyone is always hurrying her along but, one day, she comes first by being last." 6541 "Hush treasure book, The" Various Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112790 5-6 "A joyous compilation of short stories, poems and artwork by 30 renowned Australian authors & illustrators. A CD of music is included." 55404 "Hush, hush" "Wild, Margaret & Strevens-Marzo, Bridget (ill)" Little Hare Books 2009 9781921272868 K-2 "Baby hippo can't fall asleep. He rolls and wriggles, he stands on his head and waggles his legs. So, he decides to go for a walk and he hears a sound that all the mothers are using to put other baby animals to sleep." 18077 "Hush, The" "Melki-Wegner, Skye" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857985668 7-9 "Chester is searching for clues about his father and why he disappeared. But, when he's caught illegally connecting with the Song as he plays his beloved fiddle, Chester is sentenced to death. Only a licensed Songshaper can bend music to their will. Susannah knows the secrets of The Hush, where there is no music, only deadly Echoes that will steal your soul, and she has plans for Chester." 12166 Husherbye "Burningham, John" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780099408642 K-2 "A lullaby in which we see three bears, a frog, a fish and the man in the moon all worn out at the end of the day and ready for bed." 12495 Hyram and B "Caswell, Brian & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733614422 3-4 "Hyram and B, two bears in a second-hand shop, have lived on The Shelf longer than any of the other toys. They sit quietly, hoping to be bought by the right person. When Catherine buys B, he wonders if he will ever see Hyram again." 27587 "I always, always get my way" "Krasnesky, Thad & Parkins, David (ill)" Flashlight Press 2009 9780979974649 K-2 "Emmy is the youngest in the family but whenever anything goes wrong, it is never her fault." 6008 I am a warrior goddess "Adams, Jennifer & Lemniscates, Carme (ill)" Sounds True 2018 9781683640059 K-2 "You do not have to be a grown-up to be a hero, and I am a Warrior Goddess shows how in the empowering tale of a little girl with big aspirations, each day is full of opportunities to make a positive impact with ordinary actions. As our heroine connects with the earth, takes care of her body, and finds strength in kindness, she discovers her inner warrior goddess and inspires young girls everywhere to do the same." 15052 I am an ankylosaurus "Wallace, Karen & Bostock, Mike (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340893845 K-2 An ankylosaurus lays her eggs then does battle to keep two predators away. 2290 I am David "Holm, Anne" Egmont Childrens 1989 9780749701369 7-9 A young boy's journey of survival across Europe following his assisted escape from a concentration camp. 27745 I am Henry Finch "Deacon, Alexis & Schwarz, Viviane (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781406357134 3-4 "Henry Finch strives for greatness, gets it all a bit wrong, then makes it right again in a very surprising way and truly becomes great. Henry Finch is a total inspiration." I am Jack series "Gervay, Susanne & Wilcox, Cathy (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4548 I am Jazz "Herthel, Jessica & Jennings, Jazz & McNicholas, Shelagh (ill)" Dial Books (Penguin) 2014 9780803741072 3-4 "Jazz always knew she was different from other kids. She had a girl's brain and a boy's body. This is her story. Based on the real-life experience of co-author, Jazz Jennings." 21147 I am jellyfish "Paul, Ruth" Puffin NZ 2018 9780143771159 K-2 "Jellyfish is quietly crooning in the shallows, when knife-nosed Swordfish swooshes, races and chases her, down, down, down, deep into the dark blue sea. At that moment, stealthy Squid stretches a tentacle, tussling and tossing Swordfish in the darkness. Who will help Swordfish? He makes a last wish...then...ON goes a light - it's Jellyfish!" 20077 I am Juliet "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2014 9780732297985 7-9 "This is the well-known story of Juliet Capulet and her love for Romeo, and the increasing helplessness Juliet feels as she realises that unlike young men her age, her life will effectively be determined and controlled by others, who see her having an arranged marriage of alliance and becoming a breeder of sons. I am Juliet closely follows the well-known and loved plot of the play, and also Rob, the 13-year-old boy who is the first to play the role of Juliet on the Elizabethan stage. He is overwhelmed by 'all those words' that Shakespeare wrote. But Rob realises that the story of love and tragedy is a somewhat simple one and the words are there for their extraordinary beauty and meaning. He will be Juliet and let the power of the words sing." 4041 I am Malala "Yousafzai, Malala & Lamb, Christina" "Little, Brown & Co" 2013 9780316322409 7-9 "When the Taliban took control in Pakistan, Malala Yousafzai refused to be silenced and fought for her right to an education. On her way home from school, fifteen year old Malala was shot in the head by a member of the Taliban. She survived and began her extraordinary journey. Malala has become a global symbol of peaceful protest, the youngest-ever Nobel Peace Prize laureate and a co-recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize." 12472 I am not sleepy and I will not go to bed "Child, Lauren" Watts 2002 9781841210780 K-2 "Lola's brother, Charlie, has the unenviable job of getting her to bed. Lola has quite an imagination and doesn't want to go. Charlie must give bedtime drinks to imaginary tigers and shoo a whale down the drain before Lola can get ready for bed." 3104 I am so strong "Ramos, Mario" Gecko Press 2007 9780958272056 K-2 "Wolf is very vain but not really confident as he demands and bullies all the other animals into telling him how strong he is. Then, he meets what he considers is only a little toad-like creature. The little creature is sure someone else is stronger." 201 I am Susannah "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 2000 9780141306131 5-6 Susie is devastated when her friend moves away and an old lady comes to live in Kim's old house. 21230 I am the boss of this chair "Crimi, Carolyn & Morea, Marisa (ill)" Sterling Publishing Co 2018 9781454923220 K-2 "Being the boss is much easier when you're the only cat in the house. Oswald Minklehoff Honey Bunny III has always been top cat. Then Pom Pom the kitten comes along and suddenly Oswald isn't the boss of everything anymore - not the toilet paper, food dish, back door, toy mouse, or even his own special chair. Will Oswald realise that life is more fun when you have a friend - and that, really, there's plenty of room on the chair to share? " 3375 I am the king "Timmers, Leo" Gecko Press 2007 9780958278720 K-2 "The animals are trying to establish who should be king of the animals. It could be Goat, Flamingo, Snake, Pig, Crocodile or even Elephant." 13089 I am Thomas "Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742373331 7-9 "Thomas is isolated in a crowd. His story is punctuated by the words adults, such as parents, teachers, politicians, recruitment officers and churchgoers, have said to him throughout his journey from childhood to adulthood. As the voices in his life crowd in on him, Thomas looks for another way." 12286 I am too absolutely small for school "Child, Lauren" Watts Publishing Group 2003 9781841213545 K-2 "Lola agrees it would be handy to learn to read bedtime stories, write to Father Christmas and count biscuits, but she has told her brother, Charlie, that she probably doesn't have time to go to school. Her invisible friend doesn't want to go either." 15349 I can be safe "Thomas, Pat & Harker, Lesley" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750242646 K-2 Shows children how to be safe and stay safe in lots of everyday situations. 18379 I can draw animals "Gibson, Ray" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1997 9780746029435 K-2 "A book to introduce drawing to young children, with simple step by step instructions." 18374 I can draw people "Gibson, Ray" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2000 9780746037041 K-2 Simple step by step guide for young children in how to draw people. 202 I can jump puddles "Marshall, Alan" Penguin 2004 9780143003045 7-9 "Alan Marshall's classic autobiography shows how someone who contracted polio at the age of six, in 1908, and was permanently crippled can still lead a fulfilling life." 4664 I can only draw worms "Mabbitt, Will" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780141375182 K-2 "This book is about worms ( I can only draw worms). A book that's all about worms might sounds a little odd, but in fact it's absolutely hilarious and it's guaranteed to have children howling with laughter." 30716 I could be a superhero "Hornsey, Chris & Perkins, Gwyn" Little Hare Books 2008 9781921272646 K-2 "Murphy, the dog, wonders what he will be when he grows up. He thinks about being a tennis player, a chef, an astronaut or even a superhero. His owner knows just what he will be." 12500 I did nothing: the extinction of the gastric-brooding frog "Crew, Gary & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734405074 5-6 "Zeek learns the fate of what might have been the last Gastric-Brooding Frog. Sadly, the frog, which may have held the secret of a cure for cancer, was known for just nine years before all trace of it was lost in the wild." 22987 I do not like books anymore! "Hirst, Daisy" Walker Books 2018 9781406369137 K-2 "Natalie and Alphonse really like books and stories. But when Natalie tries reading a book on her own, the letters and words look like scuttling insects, and it seems as if she might NOT like books ANYMORE!" 91721 I don't believe in dragons "Walker, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741693423 K-2 "When Miss May tells the children she sees a dragon, her kindergarten class reacts in different ways. Some are intrigued, some are surprised and some are scared. But, Jack says he doesn't believe in dragons. When Emma wonders where the dragon is, Jack reminds her there isn't any such thing." 41791 I don't like Gloria "Umansky, Kaye & Chamberlain, Margaret (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406313406 K-2 "Nobody asked me if Gloria could come to live with us. She eats from my bowl, sleeps in my basket and gets all the attention. I don't like Gloria." 8555 I don't like Koala "Ferrell, Sean & Santoso, Charles (ill)" Koala Books 2015 9781742761497 K-2 "Adam does not like Koala. Koala is a little creepy. Adam tries explaining this to his parents. He tries putting Koala away, far away. He tries taking Koala on a long, long walk. Nothing works. Adam really wants to be rid of Koala, once and for all." 5610 I don't like poetry "Seigal, Andrew & Piascik, Chris (ill)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781472930033 3-4 "A collection of funny, weird and wacky poems especially for children who think they do not like poetry. There are poems about zombies, dogs, haircuts and grandpas beard, to list just a few. with many more to keep you laughing and rhyming throughout this collection. A fun way to enjoy poetry and learn about language without ever really having to admit it." 10677 I don't like snakes "Davies, Nicola & Lozano, Luciano (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406342833 K-2 "A little girl's family doesn't have a dog or a cat or a bird. The have snakes and she really, really, really doesn't like them. They're slithery and scaly, and they have icky, flicking tongues and creepy, unblinking eyes. But, you and she might be surprised." 1511 I don't want a cool cat "Dodd, Emma" Orchard Books 2009 9781846169502 K-2 "There are cool cats, fluffy cats, skinny cats and scowly cats. Enjoy the different cats prowling and purring through the book, and decide which one you would like." 75103 I don't want a posh dog "Dodd, Emma" Orchard Books 2008 9781846169281 K-2 "There are snappy dogs, growly dogs, wheezy dogs and greedy dogs. Enjoy the different dogs itching and scritching through the book, and decide which one you would like." 12493 I don't want to go to bed "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2003 9781842702239 K-2 "The Little Princess doesn't want to go to bed and she provides all sorts of reasons not to. But, the King and Queen are firm. When the King goes to kiss her goodnight, her bed is empty again, this time their princess is missing." 12101 I don't want to go to school "Harris, Christine & Smith, Craig (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780091838805 K-2 "Kate does not want to go to school but, in helping her new friend, Li, she overcomes her fears and soon discovers that school is not the scary place she imagines it to be." 29886 I found a friend and my friend found me "Norling, Beth" Viking Children's 2010 9780670072590 K-2 An irresistible picture book about the delights and niggles of first friendships. 22998 I got a chicken for my birthday "Gehl, Laura & Horne, Sarah (ill)" Carolrhoda Books 2018 9781512431308 K-2 "What a birthday girl wants more than anything from her Abuela are tickets to the amusement park. Instead she gets a chicken. But this chicken is no ordinary chicken; it has plans! With a lot of hard work, and help from lots of other animals, this chicken may just end up building the girl the best birthday gift ever! " 1163 I got this hat "Temple, Jol and Temple, Kate & Foye, Jon (ill)" ABC Books 2013 9780733332067 K-2 "If you enjoy wearing hats, you'll enjoy this book. But don't wear it as a hat, as it will fall off." 203 I hate Fridays: stories from Koala Hills Primary School "Flynn, Rachel" Penguin 1991 9780140341027 5-6 An interlinked collection of stories about the hilarious goings-on at Koala Hills School. 504 I hate sport "Storer, Prue" Penguin 2004 9780143301790 5-6 "Karen hates sport. When her family gives her an ultimatum about playing sport, Karen gives it her best shot but there aren't many sports that value perfect, pink fingernails. Karen must find a sport or miss out." 8822 I is for Israel "Bar-Hillel, Gili & Das, Prodeepta (photo)" Frances Lincoln 2016 9781847807083 3-4 "Through the letters of the alphabet, from A for Ahalan (hello, welcome) to D for the Dead Sea to S is for Shuk (market), this is a celebration of Israel, in all its diversity. Find out about Israel's rich heritage, its families and modern-day life." 4785 I just ate my friend "McKinnon, Heidi" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294342 K-2 "I just ate my friend. He was a good friend, but now he's gone. What if I never find another friend again?" 12019 I like books "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1997 9780744555455 K-2 "Funny books, scary books and books about monsters and pirates are all represented here. The endearing chimp appears in the clothes of each of the books' heroes." 15035 I like cats "Hubbell, Patricia & Paparone, Pamela (ill)" North South Books 2003 9780735817746 K-2 Rhyming story describing all different types of cats in various situations. 16565 I like myself "Beaumont, Karen & Catrow, David (ill)" Koala Books 2005 9780864616111 K-2 "A picture book about self-awareness, acceptance and living life to the fullest." 4076 I listened and I looked "Briggs, Sue & Harvey, Bev & Leslie, Donna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760158750 K-2 "A small girl, sitting alone one a river bank, repeatedly gets the same advice from the old people. There is a bunyip living in a cave at the bend in the river. No matter how hard or long she watches and waits, she never sees it. Have the old people just made up the bunyip to teach children to be safe in the river? Or are they just having a bit of fun, by teasing the children?" 788 I lost my mobile at the mall "Harmer, Wendy" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663716 7-9 "This is the story of how Elly Pickering's life falls apart, piece by piece, after the catastrophic loss of her mobile phone. She simply can't survive. If it wasn't for FacePlace, she might as well be stranded on a desert island." 1186 I love footy "Zurbo, Matt" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081179 3-4 "When I touch a footy, I feel as big as a giant. When I run with a footy, it's like I'm as fast as a lion. I love footy." 952 I love me "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill)" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925163490 K-2 I love the way my heart knows best. I am me. A lively celebration of being and loving yourself. I love series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3996 I love you "Mao, Xiao & Yun, Tang (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9781925059762 K-2 Little Badger's teacher shares her favourite words with the class. At the end of the day Little Badger goes home to practise saying three special words- I love you. 60455 I love you book "Hathorn, Libby & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2011 9781921479892 K-2 "Come on a romp through the pages of this enchanting picture book. It reminds us of all the books we love, and why we like to see and to feel, to touch and to smell and even to taste the books and the stories that light up our lives." 204 "I love you, Jason Delaney" "Kidd, Diana" HarperCollins Australia 1996 9780207189876 7-9 "Alison finds herself dealing with the death of her Auntie Mim and the change in her relationship with her best friend, Katie. When she falls in love with Jason, life begins to get very complex." 4074 I made lattes for a love god "Harmer, Wendy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379913 7-9 "Elly Pickering has a juicy secret. A secret her PR mum won't let her tell anyone because if the kids at Oldcastle High knew that mega-star Jake Blake (yes, THE Jake Blake, teen sensation and all round heart-throb) was coming to Oldcastle to film his latest movie, they might just explode with excitement. Elly is determined to get on set and to get more than a glimpse of her Hollywood crush. But now thanks to an unfortunate incident involving a car, a red handbag and the paparazzi, it looks like Elly's lost a lot more than her opportunity to be close to Hollywood royalty. She's lost her dignity, her job and her best friend. How can she get everything back to normal?" 7254 I need a hug "Blabey, Aaron " Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743629093 K-2 "All this little porcupine wants is a hug. But, those prickly spikes make it very difficult to give her the cuddle that she craves." 542 I need my monster "Noll, Amanda & McWilliam, Howard (ill)" Flashlight Press 2009 9780979974625 K-2 "When Ethan's regular bed time monster decides to go on holidays, Ethan can't sleep without Gabe's ragged breathing and claw-scratching. Substitute monsters line up to take Gabe's place but none of them are scary enough to help Ethan get to sleep. Ethan wonders how he will be able to sleep." 205 I own the racecourse "Wrightson, Patricia" Penguin 1994 9780140368345 7-9 Andy buys a racecourse from a tramp for three dollars. 5214 I remember "Crawford, Joanne & Jordinson, Kerry Anne (ill)" Magabala Books 2018 9781925360769 K-2 "I remember is an exquisite tale of memory. Set in the Geraldton area of Western Australia, an elderly woman remembers the camping trips of her childhood. As her recollections fade in and out, she is drawn to think about the elusiveness of what she can remember from so long ago. " 12332 I said nothing: the extinction of the paradise parrot "Crew, Gary & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405593 5-6 "Young Harry tells the story of the death of the last Paradise Parrot, possibly the most beautiful of all Australian birds. While he tries to blame trappers for the bird's extinction, he soon realises that he must take some responsibility himself." 12333 I saw nothing: the extinction of the thylacine "Crew, Gary & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404725 5-6 "Rosie witnessed the capture of the last thylacine (tiger-wolf) in Tasmania. She is concerned that she may have been able to do something to save it, and so save the species from extinction." 6669 I spy Dad "Brian, Janeen & Stewart, Chantal (ill) " New Frontier Publishing 2009 9781921042171 K-2 A little girl is looking for her father. She can see lots of dads doing many different things but she can't find hers. 24065 I spy Mum "Brian, Janeen & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042164 K-2 "The little boy searches for his mother and he spies all kinds of mums. A making mum, a baking mum and many other types of mums until he finds his own." 7716 I told you so "Arnold, Sarah" Child's Play International Ltd 2009 9781846432873 K-2 "Sometimes, adults just won't listen. Ella tries to warn Nursey about all the odd characters that are filling up Tom's pram. But, Nursey just won't believe her." 12464 I took the moon for a walk "Curtis, Carolyn & Jay, Alison (ill)" Barefoot books 2004 9781841486024 K-2 "When the day has ended and everyone else has fallen asleep, a young boy embarks on an adventure with his friend, the Moon. Their unusual journey is described in a magical story celebrating the serene beauty of the world at night." 24121 I wanna be a great big dinosaur "McKenzie, Heath" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743626009 K-2 "A little boy desperately wants to become a great big dinosaur. When a real-life dinosaur hears his wish and begins to show him what it takes, perhaps the dinosaur can learn a thing or two about what it takes to be a little boy." 2307 I want a pet "Child, Lauren" Frances Lincoln 2000 9780711213395 3-4 "I really want a pet, an octopus or even a boa constrictor. The trouble is, my family aren't keen on any of them. So I must try and find a pet that none of them will mind." 12279 I want a sister "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2002 9781842701034 K-2 "When she is told that her mother is expecting a new baby, the stroppy and determined Little Princess immediately announces that she does not want a brother because they are smelly and rough, and have all the wrong toys." 33179 I want my hat back "Klassen, Jon" Walker Books 2011 9781406336832 K-2 "The bear's hat is gone and he wants it back. Patiently and politely, he asks the animals, one by one, whether they have seen it. Each animal says no, some more elaborately than others. But, just as he begins to lose hope, lying flat on his back in despair, a deer comes by and asks a rather obvious question." 4313 I want spaghetti "Blake, Stephanie" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271926 K-2 Once there was a little rabbit who wanted to eat only one thing. 4734 I want to be in a book "Oliver, Narelle" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743811634 K-2 "For most of his life, Cecil had waited patiently on a pin board, dreaming of being in a book. In his imagination, Cecil could be anything, or anywhere. Adventure was calling, and Cecil knew what he had to do. " 4821 I want to be in a scary story "Taylor, Sean & Jullien, Jean (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406363463 K-2 "I want to be in a scary story. Are you sure Little Monster? Scary stories can be very scary! Yes, I'm sure. Well, okay then. Here goes..." 6022 I want two birthdays "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708750 K-2 "The Little Princess wants to have two birthdays, just like the Queen, which means twice as many presents every year. When she realises how much fun two birthdays are, she decides she wants three, then four. The more birthdays she has, the less special they are. But, the King has a solution up his sleeve." 2266 I was only nineteen "Schumann, John & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743317235 7-9 The unforgettable lyrics about the Vietnam War are etched in our memories and brought to life in this picture book. 12144 I went walking "Machin, Sue & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913202 K-2 "A repetitious, rhyming text in which the author is followed by a variety of animals all of a different colour." 12473 I will not ever never eat a tomato "Child, Lauren" Orchard Books 2001 9781841216027 3-4 "Lola is a very fussy eater. She thinks that carrots are for rabbits and peas are too small and too green. Lola's older brother, Charlie, has a clever idea to get Lola to eat her vegetables." 487 I will plant you a lilac tree "Hillman, Laura" Simon & Schuster 2005 9781416910626 7-9 "The harrowing, true story of Laura Wolff, a survivor of the holocaust and one of Schindler's women, who lost all her family but found love and friendship during her terrible experience in German concentration camps. Contains adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4860 I wish I had a dinosaur "Anggabrata, Ian & Anggawan, Mingga & Sheehan, Peter (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046068 K-2 "A little girl sits on her balcony, in a modern apartment block by the sea, dreaming of all the things she could do if she had a dinosaur." 11107 I wish I had a pirate suit "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 1991 9780140509885 K-2 Peter has a pirate suit and his poor little brother has to be his prisoner and his crew. Will it ever change? A book that really understands what it's like to be a little brother. 12137 I wish that I had duck feet "Seuss, Dr" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1991 9780394800400 K-2 A boy uses his imagination to experiment with what life would be like if you had different animal parts. He discovers that there is a good and a bad side to everything but being yourself is the best of all. 15034 I'll see you in the morning "Jolley, Mike & Moriuchi, Mique (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2005 9781920878511 K-2 An evening lullaby consisting of rhyming language and appealing illustrations. 5468 I'm a duck "Bunting, Eve & Hillenbrand, Will (ill)" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763680329 K-2 "Now I'm a duck who's scared to go in the pond or lake, and so I cannot swim, and that is bad. A landlocked duck is very sad. Sometimes it takes a lot to get your webbed feet wet! " 3841 I'm Australian too "Fox, Mem & Ghosh, Ronojoy (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760276218 K-2 "From countries near and far, many have made their home in Australia, sharing it with the original inhabitants, and living in peace beneath the southern stars." 493 I'm being stalked by a moon shadow "MacLeod, Doug" Penguin 2006 9780143301981 7-9 "Seth Parrot lives in a dung-covered house with his brother and not so ex-hippy parents. Seth dreams of muscular girls and knows lots of quirky facts, more from reading teenage girls' magazines than from listening to his eccentric dad." 4598 I'm going to eat this ant "Naylor-Ballesteros, Chris" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408869901 K-2 "There are so many scrumptious ways to eat this ant....served in a sandwich or simmering in a soup. Sliced or stir-fried, sauteed or sun-dried. Mmmmm, I can't wait to snaffle it up." 2025 I'm green and I'm grumpy "Lester, Alison" Penguin 1993 9780140544787 K-2 "Children dress up in all sorts of fancy dress costumes, including a witch and a dinosaur. You have to guess who is wearing what by following a series of clues." 43178 I'm not scared "Allen, Jonathan" Koala Books 2007 9780864617286 K-2 "Baby Owl is not scared of the dark and he shouldn't be, that's when owls are supposed to be about. But, all the do-gooders Baby Owl meets are starting to scare his favourite toy, Owly. Dad will have to come to the rescue." 1264 I'm number one "Rosen, Michael & Graham, Bob (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781406314656 K-2 "The toy soldier takes command of the other toys, with unexpected results." 16532 I'm really not tired "Sunshine, Lori" Flashlight Press 2008 9780979974618 K-2 "Even before Dad tucks him in, Sam McKay has devised a plan to find out what really goes on in his house after bedtime. He is convinced that all the best things happen after he goes to bed. With his trusted furry accomplice, he hatches a plan to sneak downstairs and discover the fun for himself." 50714 I'm Taggarty Toad "Pavey, Peter" University of Western Australia Press 2010 9781921529481 K-2 "Come and listen to Taggarty, the boastful Toad, as he relates his amazing adventures of bravery, cunning and mischief to an audience of animals. A surprising story with incredible, detailed illustrations." 26235 I'm the best "Cousins, Lucy" Walker Books 2010 9781406323689 K-2 "Dog loves his friends, Ladybug, Mole, Goose and Donkey. He thinks they're brilliant. But, Dog also thinks that he's the best at everything and just won't stop telling them how good he is. Dog's friends decide to teach him a lesson." 78956 I've lost my kisses "Trewin, Trudy & Bland, Nick (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781865044217 K-2 "Matilda has lost her kisses but she is determined to find them before Poppa comes to stay. She wonders what kisses look like and where they can be found. Matilda searches everywhere and it seems that everyone has kisses, except her." 1766 "Ice, wind, rock" "Gouldthorpe, Peter" Lothian Books 2013 9780734411556 3-4 "Douglas Mawson is a true Australian hero, and one of the great Antarctic explorers. He was the first man to reach the South Magnetic Pole, and led Australia's first Antarctic expedition. This is a story of adventure and survival, as Mawson faces enormous challenges and triumphs." 571391 Ida "Evans, Alison" Echo Publishing 2017 9781760404383 7-9 "How do people decide on a path, and find the drive to pursue what they want? Ida struggles more than other young people to work this out. She can shift between parallel universes, allowing her to follow alternative paths. One day Ida sees a shadowy, see-through doppelganger of herself on the train. She starts to wonder if she's actually in control of her ability, and whether there are effects far beyond what she has considered. How can she know, anyway, whether one universe is ultimately better than another? And what if the continual shifting causes her to lose what is most important to her, just as she is discovering what that is, and she can never find her way back? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1818 Ida B "Hannigan, Katherine" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780007234202 5-6 "Ida B and her parents have a great life on the orchard and homeschooling Ida B. But then, life goes to a million miles beyond wrong and Ida has to return to school." 10905 "Ida, always" "Levis, Caron & Santoso, Charles" Koala Books 2017 9781742761909 3-4 "Gus lives in a big park in the middle of an even bigger city, and he spends his days with Ida. Ida is right there. Always. Then one sad day, Gus learns that Ida is very sick, and she isn't going to get better. The friends help each other face the difficult news with whispers, sniffles, cuddles, and even laughs. Slowly Gus realises that even after Ida is gone, she will still be with him- through the sounds of their city, and the memories that live in their favourite spots. " 12442 If bees rode shiny bicycles "Taylor, Michelle" University of Queensland Press 2003 9780702233821 3-4 A book of whimsical poems for children. 13607 If I ran the circus "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780007169900 K-2 Morris McGurk dreams of staging the world's most tremendous and stupendous show. 8426 If I was a banana "Tylee, Alexandra & Rynhart, Kieran (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570331 K-2 A boy's eye-view of the everyday brings alive all the wonder and oddity of the world inside our own heads. 570823 If I was Prime Minister "Feiner, Robin" ABC Books 2018 9780733338953 5-6 The Prime Minister makes decisions that affect us all. Being the Prime Minister is an important job. Imagine if children made all the decisions and what would happen. 45327 If I were you "Hamilton, Richard & Cole, Babette (ill)" Bloomsbury 2009 9780747587576 K-2 "When a father and his daughter imagine what it would be like to be one another, a crazy adventure begins." 21199 If sharks disappeared "Williams, Lily" Roaring Book Press 2017 9781626724136 K-2 "A healthy ocean is home to many different kinds of animals. They can be big, like a whale, tiny, like a shrimp, and even scary, like a shark. Even though sharks can be scary, we need them to keep the oceans healthy. Unfortunately, due to overfishing, many shark species are in danger of extinction, and that can cause big problems in the oceans and even on land. What would happen if this continued and sharks disappeared completely?" 18543 If the shoe fits "Bell, Krista & Smith, Craig (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408471 3-4 "Cassie loves to dance and dreams of becoming a famous dancer. Problem is, she's terrified of dancing in front of people. Open Day at her dance school looks like being the worst day ever but there are some surprises in store for Cassie." 18522 If the world were a village "Smith, David J & Armstrong, Shelagh (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741148152 5-6 Full of interesting statistical information about the world's population as if the world was a village of one hundred people. Easy to comprehend and fascinating. 15145 If you're happy and you know it "Cabrera, Jane" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2004 9781862334113 K-2 Song title in book format with lovely illustrations and the animals as participants. A book of happiness for all ages. 6917 iF... a mind-bending new way of looking at big ideas and numbers "Smith, David & Adams, Steve (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2015 9781925059267 5-6 "Some things are so huge or so old that it's hard to wrap your mind around them. But, if we took these big, hard-to-imagine objects and events and compared them to things we can see, feel and touch then, instantly, we would see our world in a whole new way." 59415 iHarry "Croasdale, Laurine" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305750 5-6 "Having a father who designs the latest mobile phone technology is awesome, except Harry's mother won't allow him to have his own phone until high school next year. When his dad shows him the latest prototype, Harry cannot resist borrowing it to test. At first, its capabilities are astounding until the phone begins take on a life and personality of its own. Even Bozo, the school bully, cannot compete." 65426 "Iliad and the odyssey, The" "Williams, Marcia (retell)" Walker Books 2006 9781406303483 5-6 "The segments cover 28 short, exciting, retold incidents from Homer's 'The Iliad', including the Greek/Trojan War, the Trojan Horse, and the characters of Helen of Troy, Paris, Achilles, and 'The Odyssey' including his battles with Cyclops, the Sirens and the Scylla." 4083 "Illuminae: Illuminae Files, The" "Kaufman, Amie & Kristoff, Jay" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760113803 7-9 "When their planet, Kerenza, is attacked by an unknown enemy, Kady and Ezra are separated and evacuate in different space ships. A deadly virus is spreading in one ship, the lead ship's computer has gone rogue and the enemy is close. Through long distance communication, Kady and Ezra try to find out what went wrong. As gamers, hackers and video geeks, they have great skills but reconciling their hearts, amidst machines and software, proves much more difficult. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6105 "Illustrated book of ballet stories, The" "Newman, Barbara & Tomblin, Gill (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405359009 5-6 "Discover all the magic, excitement and beauty of famous ballets. See how ballet dancers perform, what their costumes convey and interesting snippets about each ballet." 207 "Illustrated mum, The" "Wilson, Jacqueline" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780440863687 5-6 "The story of Dolphin, a young girl, living with her mother's depression and a sister, Star, who is on the verge of adulthood. Both cope with living in a very dysfunctional household but their eccentric mum has real difficulties." 2862 Illustrated stories from India "Baer, Sam (retell) & Firth, Rachel (retell) & Klauss, Anja (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781409596714 3-4 "This collection of short stories from India contains fearsome tigers, greedy elephants, stories of trickery and cunning, mighty gods and goddesses, and even a dancing goat. " 14325 Ilsa's journey "Wormald, Kimberley & Mortimore, Rosamund (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2006 9781921136986 3-4 "Ilsa and Alyssa are inseparable. Ilsa is a small labradoodle who is destined to be a guide dog. Alyssa is a young girl who is responsible for the first stage of Ilsa's training. In the end, Ilsa becomes a successful guide dog to the blind Connor but she still retains her affection for her old friend, Alyssa." 6927 Imaginary Fred "Colfer, Eoin & Jeffers, Oliver (ill) " "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780008126148 K-2 "Sometimes, with a little electricity or luck or even magic, an imaginary friend might appear when you need one. An imaginary friend like Fred, who floated like a feather in the wind, until a lonely little boy wished for him and found a friendship like no other." 21272 "Imaginary, The" "Harrold, A F & Gravett, Emily (ill)" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408852460 5-6 "Rudger is Amanda's best friend. He doesn't exist but nobody's perfect. Only Amanda can see her imaginary friend. That is, until the sinister Mr Bunting arrives at Amanda's door. Mr Bunting hunts imaginaries. Rumour says that he eats them. And, he's sniffed out Rudger. Soon, Rudger is alone and running for his imaginary life. A boy who isn't there will have trouble surviving without a friend to dream him up." 7344 Imagine "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1992 9781863732628 K-2 "Two children imagine places and picture all the animals they would meet there. Some of the imaginary places include being deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, among steaming swamps and marshes." 40322 Imagine a city "Hurst, Elise" Omnibus Books 2014 9781742990095 3-4 Imagine a city where the world is your teacher and anything is possible. 18328 Imagine a day "Thomson, Sarah L & Gonsalves, Rob (ill)" 2005 9780689852190 3-4 Beautiful illustrations that allow imagination to take the reader into new realms. 18342 Imagine a night "Thomson, Sarah L & Gonsalves, Rob (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2003 9780689852183 3-4 Stunningly imaginative paintings inspire imaginative readers. 4962 Imagining the future "Torok, Simon & Holper, Paul" CSIRO 2016 9781486302727 5-6 Get prepared for the fantastic future with this guide to the unbelievable and incredible inventions just over the horizon. Flying through time and flying in cars. Living underwater and living forever. Robot servants. 3D printed food. Wouldn't it be amazing if science fiction became science fact? 2325 Imp "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2002 9780141314167 3-4 "Brian and his parents move into a spooky house, whose previous owner was obviously a witch, and, soon, strange things start to happen. After a frightening encounter in the cellar, Brian's cap manages to catch the culprit." 86626 "Important things, The" "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042287 3-4 "Christopher and his mother live by themselves. In a clean-up, Christopher's mother packs up his father's things and takes them to the second-hand store. Mysteriously, the things reappear in their home. A sensitive look at the different ways of coping with the loss of a parent/spouse." 2581 "Impossible knife of memory, The" "Anderson, Laurie Halse" Text Publishing Co 2014 9781922182227 7-9 "For the past five years, Hayley has been home schooled on the road by her father, a veteran of the Iraq war who has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. When they settle down for her final year at school, Hayley has to deal with her father's random behaviour and learn how to have a trusting relationship with a boy, who is hiding secrets of his own. Challenging read, some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6856 In a people house "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1973 9780001712768 K-2 Alliteration and rhyming text combine for a frolic through an ordinary house. 6666 In Flanders Fields "Jorgenson, Norman & Harrison-Lever, Brian (ill)" Fremantle Press 2002 9781863683692 3-4 "In Flanders fields, a young homesick World War I soldier risks his life to cross no-man's land and rescue a robin caught in the barbed wire. He hears the soldiers on the other side singing Christmas carols." 16601 In hollow lands "Masson, Sophie" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2004 9780340854426 7-9 "A group of teens are abducted into the land of the Korrigans. The human world continues to search for the group, who have now been separated into the two worlds. The heroic journeys of all the characters are akin to those journeys of the literature of old." 3 "In lane three, Alex Archer" "Duder, Tessa" Puffin NZ 1998 9780141301280 7-9 "'I have always known that in another life I was-or will be-a dolphin. I am a pink human, caught in a net of ambition and years of hard work. In a few minutes I will dive into artificially turquoise water waiting at my feet. A minute later I'll either be ecstatic or a failure.'Fifteen-year-old swimming champ Alex Archer has her mind set on one goal-competing in the Olympic Games in Rome. Alex has been training hard for six years--but so has her archrival, Maggie Benton. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 2328 In my backyard "Hilton, Nette" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401854 3-4 "Inner city life can be great with all the dazzling lights, noises, shapes and sounds. Fantastic pictures of the city." 8384 "In my heart: Book of feelings, A" "Witek, Jo & Roussey, Christine (ill)" Abrams Books 2014 9781419713101 K-2 "Sometimes my heart feels like a big yellow star, shiny and bright. I smile from ear to ear and twirl around so fast, I feel as if I could take off into the sky. This is when my heart is happy. Happiness, sadness, bravery, anger, shyness, our hearts can feel so many feelings! Some make us feel as light as a balloon, others as heavy as an elephant. In My Heart explores a full range of emotions, describing how they feel physically, inside." 12210 In Redfern "Gordon, Angelica & others" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064078 K-2 Three young authors explore all their favourite places in the Sydney suburb of Redfern. 4465 In the beech forest "Crew, Gary & Scheer, Den (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2012 9781921665578 7-9 "Take the journey with an ordinary boy on a path leading him from the safety of his home into a dark forest. His head is full of the fearful images of his computer games, the ones that excite, yet terrify him, battles between heroes and dreadful beasts that may hunt this primal landscape." 1448 In the bin "Bollard, Kellie" National Library of Australia 2008 9780646500584 K-2 "In this funny and informative rhyming story, find out about bins, recycling and all things rubbish." 94273 In the bush "Anderson, L & Blackmore, E (adapt) & Kennedy, R (ill)" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064030 3-4 "This simple text lists common animals and birds of the Australian bush, followed by the same text presented as a play." 18343 "In the bush, our holiday at Wombat Flat" "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741750843 3-4 The family is on holidays at Wombat Flat where they enjoy a range of bushland holiday activities. 78356 In the city: our scrapbook of souvenirs "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741144130 3-4 Penny's and Henry's accounts of their holiday in the big city is crammed full of Roland Harvey's quirky artwork and some interesting facts. Lots to find and discuss as each double page spread reveals what looks like a three dimensional map. 21095 In the dark spaces "Black, Cally" Hardie Grant Egmont 2017 9781760128647 7-9 "Tamara has been living on a freighter in deep space, and her kidnappers are terrifying Crowpeople - the only aliens humanity has ever encountered. No-one has ever survived a Crowpeople attack, until now - and Tamara must use everything she has just to stay alive. But survival always comes at a price, and there's no handbook for this hostage crisis. As Tamara comes to know the Crowpeople's way of life, and the threats they face from humanity's exploration into deep space, she realises she has an impossible choice to make. Should she stay as the only human among the Crows, knowing she'll never see her family again - or inevitably betray her new community if she wants to escape?" 90749 In the deep blue sea "Lionetto-Civa, Angie & Booth, Christina" Windy Hollow Books 2008 9781921136115 K-2 "Find out who lives in the deep, blue ocean. A celebration of ocean life with a few surprises along the way." 1405 In the deep green jungle "Lionetto-Civa, Angie & Booth, Christine (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136085 K-2 "A toucan lives in the deep, green jungle where there are all kinds of animals. At the end of the book, there is a little surprise for us all." 16262 In the deep red desert "Lionetto-Civa, Angie & Booth, Christina (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2010 9781921136467 K-2 Explore the Australian desert through the eyes of a dingo. 4937 In the evening "Wyatt, Edwina & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Little Hare Books 2015 9781742975283 K-2 Oscar is shy. Charlie is bold. Oscar stays in while Charlie swings outside. It's hard to become friends this way. 5839 In the lamplight "Wolfer, Dianne & Simmonds, Brian (ill)" Fremantle Press 2018 9781925591224 5-6 "If you enjoyed the award-winning Light Horse Boy and Lighthouse Girl, you will also enjoy In the Lamplight. This book draws on Australian war history with the protagonist being Rose, a young English girl turned nurse who cares for and falls in love with Jim - the Light Horse Boy. On the long journey back to Australia they experience the appalling loss of life due to the Spanish flu epidemic. But that is not the only challenge they face together." 18505 In the monkey forest "Meehan, Kierin" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143302162 7-9 Miki is entrusted to return a piece of embroidered fabric and a silk ribbon to Aiko and inherits a bossy little pixie called Nameless. Miki must unravel clues from the past to save the day. 973 In the wings "Edgar, Elsbeth" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781922077325 7-9 "Ella has been a regular member of the backstage crew for plays, she dreams of acting, but suffers from stage fright. She soon learns that some of her friends have much more serious problems to overcome." 15350 In the woods "Wormell, Chris" Red Fox 2004 9780099417675 K-2 "One day, three teddy bears set off for a picnic in the woods. But, before too long, they are utterly lost and all their food has been eaten. At least there are no wolves in the wood or so they think." 9525 In your dreams "Morgan, Sally & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Fremantle Press 2003 9781863682015 3-4 "Susie is searching for the meanings behind her dreams and Gran, in her wisdom, gently guides her in the right direction, emphasising the importance of Aboriginal kinship." 22955 In-between things "Tey, Priscilla" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763689834 K-2 "Between inside and outside, between upstairs and down, a world of in-between things can be found!" 9292 In-line skating "Herran, Joe & Thomas, Ron" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780732979089 5-6 A book for in-line skating enthusiasts. 18689 "Inconvenient truth, An" "Gore, Al" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9780747590965 7-9 Exposes global warming and the effects and dangers we face from climate changes. Photographs depicting victims of natural disasters may be distressing to some. 34297 Incredibilia "Hathorn, Libby & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Little Hare Books 2016 9781760125257 K-2 "Little Georgie is the youngest and, sometimes, this means that Max and Harriet forget about her. But, Georgie is unfazed. She's armed with a big imagination and soon gets the attention of her neglectful siblings." 14397 "Incredible adventures of cinnamon girl, The" "Keil, Melissa " Hardie Grant Egmont 2014 9781742978307 7-9 "Year 12 is finished. Some students can't wait to escape their small town, others don't want to leave. Alba is unsure whether to pursue her drawing talents or stay working in the bakery. When Doomsday enthusiasts flock to the town to survive an apocalypse, Alba's childhood heartthrob, Daniel, arrives. Compared to figuring out her heart, Armageddon might be the least of her problems. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9397 Incredible body (Stephen Biesty's) "Biesty, Stephen & Platt, Richard (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 1998 9780751358414 7-9 "An exciting and adventurous way to find out how the body works by following two tiny explorers through arteries, veins, bones and organs." 6043 "Incredible book eating boy, The" "Jeffers, Oliver" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780007182275 K-2 "Henry loved books but not like you and I love books. He loved to eat them, all sorts. It made him incredibly clever until he discovered that libraries were being decimated." 208 Incredible cross-sections (Stephen Biesty's) "Biesty, Stephen & Platt, Richard (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 1993 9780863188077 5-6 These cutaway drawings contain minute details and explanations of technological marvels. 3783 "Incredible freedom machines, The" "Saunders, Kirli and Ottley, Matt (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781760275228 K-2 "Ever since she heard about them, a young girl has dreamt of having her very own incredible freedom machine - a machine that will allow her to break boundaries, explore the world and learn more about herself than she could have dreamed possible. It seems, however, the machines are not so easy to come by. Will she have the patience and perseverance to find her very own freedom machine?" 2348 "Incredible here and now, The" "Castagna, Felicity" Giramondo 2013 9781459670839 7-9 "Michael turns fifteen and his brother dies. He copes with mourning in his hometown of Western Sydney, a region subject to harsh and suspicious perceptions, and filled with cultural and ethnic diversity. Through a powerful poetic experience, Michael grows by seeing deeply into the values that surround him and he rises above the distress of poverty and families under stress." 1897 "Incredible powers of Montague Towers, The" "Sunderland, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760153649 5-6 "Ageing superhero, the Cape of Justice, asks Montague's help to deal with his pursuers who are using cryptic messages. Over six days, Montague is endowed with a new super power each day - superpower, hypnotic power, invisibility, laser vision, flight and, finally, super speed. When Monty's nose twitches and he sneezes, the next superpower arrives. But, Monty doesn't time his sleuthing well, sometimes with disastrous results, as he searches for the evil Lord Bentwordle, who is trying to commit the crime of the century." 18381 Incredible science University of Auckland (pub) Penguin NZ 2005 9780413519993 7-9 A friendly science book depicting simple experiments for all sorts of scientific facts and figures. "India - land, life and culture series" "Sachdev, Rosemary & Marwaha, Jatinder (phot)" 5-6 "Non-fiction series about the people, the land, the government and culture of India. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2720 India dark "Murray, Kristy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758580 7-9 "In 1910, thirteen year old Poesy Swift has the opportunity to join a travelling performance troupe, she's excited about seeing the world and leaving her drab life in Melbourne. But, the trip heads to India instead of America and, as India simmers with the tension of a crumbling Empire, the troupe is gradually torn apart by ill fortune, sickness and tension. Based on the true story of the Lilliputian Opera Company." 18530 India the showstopper "Argent, Kerry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781865085968 3-4 India is the star of the circus until Oswaldo the Magnificent comes in to change the style of the show. She falls from grace and becomes very naughty but learns the value of friends. 9303 Indigenous language book Various K-2 Students and parents may substitute reading or listening to a book in an indigenous language for a similar book on the Premier's Reading Challenge Kindergarten to Year 2 booklist. Older students may read an Indigenous language book as a personal choice. 9307 Indigo blue "Watson, Jessica" Hachette Children's Books 2018 9780734418135 5-6 "Alex feels like a fish out of water in her new hometown - the sleepy little lakeside village of Boreen Point where she is reluctantly sent to live with her slightly eccentric aunt for her final year of high school. None of Alex's classmates could care less about the new girl, so Alex couldn't care less about them...or so she tries to tell herself. As a distraction from what is quickly shaping up to be a very lonely year, Alex spends her savings on a rundown little yacht and throws herself into restoring it. A curious discovery leads to the beginnings of a friendship, but it's Sam - the sailmaker's apprentice - and his mysterious ways that capture Alex's attention and force her to question what is real and what matters most." 120133 "Indij sports report: XVIII Commonwealth Games, Melbourne" "Leon, Emily & others & Quilliam, Wayne (ill)" Indij Readers 2007 9780975686188 5-6 "A scrapbook-style presentation of fascinating Commonwealth Games facts and photos, gathered by Aboriginal students." 88037 "Indonesia book: a people, a place, a culture, The" "Kerta, Sadriani Wayan" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742030937 5-6 "Indonesia is our closest neighbour, made up of over seventeen thousand islands, with a population of over 230 million people. Explore this country of many languages, peoples, cultures and customs. Large glossy photographs provide additional understandings in this easy to read book. Find out which city is known as the Big Durian or on what the Garuda is." 13215 Infamous "D'Ath, Justin" Holy Angels 1999 9781875930036 5-6 Tim Chambers has a secret. It all begins when there is a report of a sighting of a Tasmanian tiger and Tim has a plan that could make him famous. He has the best of intentions but things don't go at all according to his plan. 22306 "Inferior, The" "O Guilin, Peadar" Corgi Books 2008 9780552555272 7-9 "There is but one law, eat or be eaten. Stopmouth and his family know of no other life than the daily battle to survive. For Stopmouth, considered slow-witted hunt-fodder by his tribe, the future looks especially bleak. Then, on the day he is callously betrayed by his brother, a strange and beautiful woman falls from the sky." 10356 "Infinity Drake: Sons of Scarlatti, The" "McNally, John" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007521593 5-6 "Infinity Drake, also known as Finn, is on holiday with his mad scientist uncle when they are summoned. Scarlatti, a lethal bio-weapon, has been released, with terrible consequences for mankind. Uncle Al must shrink a military team to track down and kill the beast. When Finn gets shrunk, he and three soldiers begin a desperate race to destroy the beast that's very angry and many times their size." Inheritance Cycle series "Paolini, Christopher" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Inkheart series "Funke, Cornelia & Bell, Anthea (trans)" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 5770 Inky the octopus "Guendelsberger, Erin & Leonard, David (ill)" Sourcebooks Inc 2018 9781492654148 K-2 "Out of this tank, I must be free. I must explore the open sea! Inky the octopus is bored with aquarium life and wants to escape to the ocean! But just how can an octopus in a tank get to the open seas?" 12948 Inline skating: extreme sports "Glidewell, Steve" Raintree 2003 9781844430895 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, diagrams and a glossary of terms, this book tells you how to get started with inline skating, the equipment required and tricks that can be done." 12774 Insects "Claybourne, Anna" Raintree 2003 9781410900777 3-4 "Find out how the great diving beetle does it, the biggest insect in the world, where the louse loves to live and why African termites need a lot of spit. The reader can find all this information and more from this book." 14984 Inside Mary Elizabeth's house "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 2001 9780140567113 K-2 Mary Elizabeth boasts to the boys that there is a monster in her house. The boys don't believe her so she invites them to dinner to convince them. 210 Inside the Australian Ballet "Lawrenson, Diana" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781864489583 5-6 "All facets of creating a performance of a ballet, from the costumes to the scenery, are described in this book." 8104 "Instant tan, The" "Harlen, Jonathan & Jellet, Tom" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409553 3-4 "Blake is jealous of his friend's tan. He decides to tan himself with a liquid he finds in Dad's garage. At first, Blake is happy with the result." 19161 Instructions "Gaiman, Neil & Vess, Charles (ill)" Bloomsbury 2010 9781408808641 5-6 "Imagine yourrself in a fairytale. This stunning picture book guides you through a fantasy world where anything is possible, and the value of not harming others is paramount. " 4869 Instructions for a second-hand heart "Murray, Tamsyn" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781474906500 7-9 "Jonny has a faulty heart and his time is running out. Niamh has just lost her twin brother in a tragic accident. As their fates collide, soon Jonny is on the mend, but desperate to know more about his donor. When he tracks down Niamh, he only intends to find out about her brother, the first owner of his heart; but he doesn't plan on falling in love...A stunning, tear-jerking novel about grief, guilt, and the unpredictability of love. " 32244 Interrupting chicken "Stein, David Ezra" Candlewick Press 2012 9780763641689 K-2 "It's time for the little red chicken's bedtime story and a reminder from Papa to try not to interrupt. But, the little chicken can't help herself and no matter what the story, she jumps in to save its hapless characters from doing some dangerous or silly thing. Now, it's the little red chicken's turn to tell a story to Papa." 2009 Interworld "Gaiman, Neil & Reaves, Michael" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007523429 7-9 Joey is a lost soul and even has trouble finding his way around his own home. Then one day he walks into another dimension where he finds other versions of himself. The problem is that armies of magicians and scientists want to bend him to their foul purposes. The magicians of HEX are out to take control of the Altiverse and Joey must work with his variants to defeat them. 59973 Into the deep: life through the depths of the ocean "Norman, Mark & Paul, David" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031514 5-6 "From the surface to the deepest depth, meet the amazing, bizarre and, sometimes, creepy creatures that live in the ocean." 55089 Into the fire "Panckridge, Michael & Harvey, Pam" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780207200618 5-6 "The story centres around a group of five friends, each of whom has their own ordeal in the face of an oncoming fire, and their attempts to protect family and possessions. As the fire approaches, a valuable brooch is stolen. The friends come together, using ingenuity and skill, to outsmart the thieves." 8009 Into the volcano "O'Meara, Donna" Kids can press 2005 9781553376934 7-9 "Volcano researcher and photographer Donna O'Meara describes what it is like to be right there when a volcano erupts and hot lava, scalding steam and acidic ash are falling all around you." 4706 Into the white "Grochowicz, Joanna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293659 7-9 "This is the story of Robert Falcon Scott's Terra Nova expedition to Antarctica and the memorable characters, who with a band of shaggy ponies and savage dogs, follow a man they trust into the unknown. Battling storms at sea, impenetrable pack ice, man-eating whales, crevasses, blizzards, bad food, extreme temperatures, and equal measures of hunger, agony and snow blindness, the team pushes on against all odds. But will the weather hold? Will their rations be adequate? How will they know when they get there? And who invited the Norwegians? " 46876 Into white silence "Eaton, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663259 7-9 "During the winter of 1922, the Exploration Vessel, Raven, became trapped in the Antarctic icepack, entombing the twenty-eight men aboard. The book tells their story of living on the ice, their ambition, courage, madness and, ultimately, their hope. It captures the terrible, fascinating beauty of Antarctica, both as it was then and as it is today." 2905 Introducing Teddy "Walton, Jessica & MacPherson, Dougal (ill)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408877623 K-2 "Errol and his teddy, Thomas, are best friends who do everything together. One sunny morning, Thomas is sad and not even the swing can cheer him up. Errol can't figure out why until Thomas finally tells Errol what has been bothering him. Thomas wishes his name was Tilly." 4305 Intruder "Bongers, Christine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857983763 7-9 "Fourteen year old Kat Jones' life has been on hold since the death of her mother. When Kat is woken by an intruder looming over her bed, she is saved by her neighbour, Edwina, whom she believes betrayed her dying mother. And Kat certainly doesn't want Hercules, the world's ugliest guard dog, in her life. But, to stop the prowler, Kat will need to accept Edwina's help, develop friendships and learn to trust again." 40871 "Invention of Hugo Cabret, The" "Selznick, Brian" Scholastic US 2007 9780439813785 7-9 "Hugo is an orphan, clock keeper and thief, living in a Parisian railway station at the turn of the nineteenth century. The story, in words and pictures, includes the invention of the earliest moving pictures and automatons. A hidden message from a dead father is the key to this spellbinding mystery." 18468 "Invisible friend, The" "Arnold, Louise" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340892978 5-6 "Tom's family has moved and he now goes to a new school. Tom is finding school very difficult because Big Ben and his group take great delight in harassing him. Tom's saviour is Grey Arthur, a ghost, who is just as miserable." 20526 "Invisible hero, The" "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2011 9780702238901 7-9 "Philip has spent his whole life feeling invisible. Macca is a good all rounder, a sportsman and scholar who strives to be like his father. When their class is asked to keep diaries about heroes and villains, his class learn they are close to home and come in many disguises." 3923 "Invisible war, the" "Wild, Ailsa & Hutchings, Ben (ill)" Scale free network 2016 9780992587253 7-9 "While treating a patient with dysentery, Sister Annie Barnaby encounters a strain of lethal bacteria. As the invaders journey deep into her gut, the resident microbes must fight to survive and Annie's life hangs in the balance. Enter the phage, a deadly viral predator, ready to wage war to protect their host. Created by an expert team of scientists, artists, educators, writers and historians, The Invisible war is a story like no other." 14962 Iris and the tiger "Hall, Leanne" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925240795 5-6 "Twelve year old Iris is sent to Spain to ensure that her elderly and unusual aunt leaves her fortune and sprawling estate to Iris's scheming parents. From the moment she arrives, Iris knows something isn't right and that her aunt is hiding something. There's an odd feeling around the house, where time moves slowly and Iris's eyes play tricks on her. In the wild, untamed forest, a mysterious animal moves in the shadows. When Iris discovers a painting, she sets out to uncover the animal's real identity, putting her life in terrible danger." 9319 Iron in the blood: convicts and commandants in colonial Australia "Tucker, Alan" Omnibus Books 2002 9781862914247 7-9 "Australia's colourful, violent convict past vividly recreated to show that prison settlements were some of the most brutal places in the world. The darker side of our history raises many questions about crime, punishment, use and abuse of power." 211 "Iron man, The" "Hughes, Ted" Faber & Faber 1989 9780571141494 5-6 "A strange metal-eating, iron man is befriended by a young boy and taken to a scrap yard to eat the metal there. When an alien beast threatens the community, the iron man defends everyone." 648 Iron soldiers: a story of arms and armour "Luckett, Dave & Bond, Joseph" Omnibus Books 2005 9781862914292 5-6 "In medieval times, it was the job of the blacksmith and, later, the armourer to make more and more sophisticated armour until a revolutionary development reduced it to just so much scrap metal." 25101 Ironbark "Jonsberg, Barry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741149555 7-9 "A sixteen year old boy struggles with a serious condition, his sudden and violent temper triggered by situations of conflict or frustration in every day life. To avoid gaol, he must engage in strategies for anger management, including going to stay with his grandfather in an isolated Tasmanian forest. The road is hard and not always successful but the bond between them grows. Contains coarse language that may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15401 Irving the magician "Riddle, Tohby" Penguin 2005 9780670896493 3-4 "Irving finds a book in his aunt's apartment and wants to become a magician. He ends up creating a lot of magic. Illustrations move from dusty, sad tones to more vibrant, magical colours." 21204 Is it a mermaid? "Gourlay, Candy & Chessa, Francesca (ill)" Otter-Barry books 2018 9781910959121 K-2 "When Benjie and Bel find a strange creature on a tropical beach they know it's a dugong. But the dugong insists she is a beautiful mermaid and to prove it, she shows them her mermaid's tail and sings them a mermaid song. The children aren't convinced but they play with their new friend all the same. When it's time for her to go back to sea, there is one surprise left - could she be a mermaid after all? " 14995 Is it bedtime Wibbly Pig "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340878644 K-2 "Wibbly Pig finds many ways to delay bedtime. Even in his dreams, he is not going to stay in bed for long." 212 "Is it true, Grandfather" "Lohse, Wendy & Sands, Jenny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1996 9780868969879 5-6 Grandfather tells the story to the villagers of his first adventures in the cave when he was eight years old. 4961 Is this a poem? "Stevens, Roger" Bloomsbury 2016 9781472920010 5-6 "This book is full of many different types of poetry. There are advertising jingles, football chants and even raps. There are also some brilliant tips to help you write poetry of your own." 25741 Is your grandmother a goanna? "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2007 9780670071128 K-2 "A little boy goes on a train to meet his grandmother. At each stop, he meets plenty of unusual characters. Join the fun and make plenty of noise. " 8246 Isaac and his amazing Asperger superpowers "Walsh, Melanie" Walker Books 2016 9781406344455 K-2 "Isaac looks like everyone else but he actually has superpowers that make him different from his brother and his classmates. Some kids don't understand that and call him names. But, Isaac's superhero brain sees and remembers loads of things. He tends to say whatever comes into his head which he doesn't realise might be hurtful. Isaac is not really a superhero, he has Asperger syndrome, which means his brain works a little differently from yours." 9924 Isabella's bed "Lester, Alison" Hachette Children's Books 2008 9780733622717 K-2 "At Grandma's house, Anna and Luis always sleep in Isabella's bed. It has interesting, silver pieces on the bed-head but the middle piece has disappeared. One night, Anna and Luis go on a magical journey and discover what the pieces mean and why the middle one is missing." 8587 Isabella's Garden "Millard, Glenda & Cool, Rebecca (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921150333 3-4 From little things big things grow - look what happens to Isabella's garden with just the planting of one seed. 13663 Isador Brown's strangest adventure of all "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 2003 9780141309279 3-4 "Isador Brown's friend, Julie, is trying to find her lost parents and has many adventures along the way." 29065 Ish "Reynolds, Peter H" Candlewick Press 2004 9780763623449 3-4 "Drawing is what Ramon does. It's what makes him happy. But, in one split second, all that is changed. A single, reckless remark by his older brother, Leon, turns Ramon's once carefree expressions into joyless struggles. Luckily for Ramon, his younger sister, Marisol, sees the world differently. She opens his eyes to something far more valuable than getting things just right." Ishmael series "Bauer, Michael Gerard" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1170 "Isla Lu, where are you" "Hoy, Catriona & White, Annie (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081063 K-2 "Mum is looking for Isla Lu. She isn't upstairs, she isn't downstairs, she isn't in the smelly bin. Mum is looking all over the house for Isla Lu, coming across all the family members as she goes, and they all join in the fun, but they know that Isla Lu is closer than Mum thinks." 11573 "Island of Dr Libris, The" "Grabenstein, Chris" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857988256 5-6 "Billy is spending the summer in a lakeside cabin, belonging to the mysterious Dr Libris. But, something strange is going on. Whenever he opens the books in Dr Libris' private bookcase, Billy can hear sounds coming from the island in the middle of the lake. The clash of swords, the twang of arrows and, sometimes, the ground shakes. It's almost as if the stories he's reading are coming to life. But, that's impossible." 6089 "Island of lost horses, The" "Gregg, Stacy" HarperCollins Australia 2015 9780007580279 5-6 "When twelve year old Beatriz stumbles across a wild mare with strange markings, she can't believe it's real. Yet, from that moment on, the strongest connection grows between them, and Beatriz begins to uncover an incredible history. Centuries ago, Felipa and her horse, Cara Blanca, were running for their lives. As the fates of Beatriz, Felipa and their horses become entwined, Beatriz realises that the future of the world's rarest horses depends on her." 213 Island of the blue dolphins "O'Dell, Scott" Puffin Australia 1966 9780140302684 7-9 "Set in the 1800s, this is a story of a girl's survival on a deserted island." 95507 "Island, The" "Greder, Armin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741752663 7-9 "One morning, a man is found on the beach by the people of an island. Although the islanders fear the outsider and want to send him back into the ocean, the fisherman convinces them that they have a responsibility to save him from death. A powerful look at how people cope with differences and the notion of a group mentality in dealing with a situation." 18562 "Island, The" "Heffernan, John & Sheehan, Peter, (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048130 3-4 "No-one in the tribe on an island of hard-working folk can see the beauty around them, until a blind boy makes them see." 2350 Islands in my garden "Howes, Jim & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Penguin 2002 9780143500520 3-4 Come look in our backyard and meet the strange creatures. If you are careful you will see a place full of surprises. 2353 "Islands of Chaldea, The" "Jones, Diana Wynne" HarperCollins Children's Books 2014 9780007549207 7-9 "Aileen is convinced she'll never become as magical as her Aunt Beck. But when her wise woman aunt is set a seemingly impossible rescue mission, Aileen soon realises she might be more special than she thought." 41501 It all starts with a seed: how food grows "Bone, Emily & Elford, Sally (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474922456 3-4 "Did you know that some food needs the wind to grow? And some food grows in the dark? What food grows in water? And which nut isn't a nut at all, but a type of bean that grows underground? Find out the answers to these quirky questions and lots more about how all kinds of food grows in this awesome book!" 25952 It goes without saying "Schulz, Charles M" Ravette Publishing 2007 9781841612720 5-6 "A tour through fifty years of the cartoon strips, Peanuts, revealing the philosophy of Charles M Schulz at its silent best. Actions speak louder than words in this feast of visual annecdotes and comments on life. Everyone can identify with, or knows someone just like, Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Schroeder, Snoopy or Woodstock." 5682 It might be an apple "Yoshitake, Shinsuke" Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd 2015 9780500650486 3-4 "Follow a child's hilarious, wildly inventive train of thought through all the things an apple might be if it is not, in fact, an apple. Distrusting the apple's convincing appearance, the child's imagination spirals upwards and outwards into a magical, fantasy world. " 15504 It wasn't me "Bond, Michael & Stewart, Joel (ill)" Corgi Books 2016 9780552573139 3-4 "Imagine swallowing a computer chip and becoming a living computer. Imagine almost burning down your school. Imagine being Harry Manners. He is a very unusual boy. His family don't understand him and his teachers wish he would stop daydreaming. But, Harry thinks he's doing just fine, as long as he has a stash of Max Masters comics to read and his imaginary pet pig, Monty, to take for a walk." 18146 It's a book "Smith, Lane" Walker Books 2010 9781921720147 3-4 Monkey is reading a book but his friend wants to know what the book can do. It doesn't have a mouse or make loud noises like his computer. He wonders how you make the characters fight. 4929 It's a jungle in here "Wide, Steve & Mackintosh, Michelle (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2009 9781921136429 3-4 Only at Jimmy's house will you find a hippo in the bath and a monkey in the lounge room. 6183 It's a miroocool "Harris, Christine & James, Ann (ill)" Little Hare Books 2012 9781921541018 K-2 "Audrey lives in the outback and, when she loses her first tooth, she's worried that the tooth fairy will never find her. She decides to make it as easy as possible by leaving a map and various trails for the tooth fairy." 6334 It's a secret "Burningham, John" Walker Books 2009 9781406314472 K-2 "Marie Elaine wants to know where cats go when they are let out at night. One night, when Marie Elaine discovers Malcolm, her cat, all dressed up in fancy clothes and a hat for a party, she wants to go too. When Marie Elaine promises to keep it a secret, puts on her party dress and gets small enough to fit through the cat-flap, Malcolm agrees that she can come." 6514 It's about love "Camden, Steven" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007511242 7-9 "He's Luke. She's Leia. Just like in Star Wars. Just like they're made for each other. Only this isn't a film, this is real life. This is where monsters from the past come back to take revenge. This is where you are sometimes the monster. And, where, the things we build to protect us can end up doing the most harm. Mature read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 33547 "It's bedtime, William" "Niland, Deborah" Penguin 2010 9780670073825 K-2 It's time for bed but William has other ideas. A very special friend helps make this his most memorable night ever. 5896 It's elementary: putting the crackle into chemistry "Winston, Robert" Dorling Kindersley 2007 9781405318570 7-9 "Everything you see and touch is made of one or more of the over ninety discovered elements like oxygen, platinum and ytterbium. This book is packed with things to learn and explore and the extraordinary ways in which the elements affect our lives." 29842 It's hard to love a tiger "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743817582 K-2 "I wish I had a tiger, a tiger from the zoo. A tiger of my own to love - a tiger just like you. A funny rhyming story about a little girl and a troublesome (but lovable) tiger. " 12118 It's my birthday "Hutchins, Pat" Bodley Head 1999 9780370326429 K-2 "Billy is reluctant to share his birthday presents with the other little monsters but, then, something happens to make him change his mind." 7073 "It's raining, it's pouring, we're exploring" "Peters, Polly & Stockham, Jess (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2007 9781846431173 K-2 "Bad weather stops the three children from playing outside. But, with a few home-made props and a bit of imagination, they have a wonderful time." 18603 It's true: animals are electrifying "Wilkinson, Rick & Looby, Ric (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741143430 5-6 "A book full of wonders, from snakes that can fly to eggs that can talk, from eels discharging 500 volts to lizards spurting blood from their eyes. Lots of interesting facts and fascinating information about how animals adapt to their environment in bizarre and unexpected ways." 18586 It's true: Burke & Wills forgot the frying pan "Gregg, David & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741144727 5-6 Quirky facts and incidents about the expeditions of early Australian explorers. 18322 It's true: hauntings happen and ghosts get grumpy "Costain, Meredith & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741146080 5-6 "Fascinating collection of stories about ghosts, aliens, psychics and other unusual things. " 503 It's true: space turns you into spaghetti "Catchpole, Heather & Woods, Vanessa & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741146257 5-6 "Appealing, illustrated fact book on space exploration. Focuses on astronauts, habitable planets, gas giants and physics of space. Suggests simple experiments and activities." 18107 It's true: you eat poison every day "Macinnis, Peter & Guthridge, Bettina (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741146264 5-6 Facts and accounts about poisons used for cures but often killing people by accident. 18110 It's true: your cat could be a spy "Bursztynski, Sue & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741146066 5-6 A fetching book about spies. It links good storytelling and factual information with humorous pictures. 2739 It's true: your hair grows 15 kilometres a year "Lawrenson, Diana & Hobbs, Leigh (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741142723 5-6 "This book is full of hair-raising facts about follicles, frizzy hair, hairy heads and baldness. Imagine sleeping on a horse hair mattress or dyeing your hair with leeches soaked in vinegar. Find out how a single strand of hair can show if you've been poisoned." 20823 "Ivory rose, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Children's Books 2011 9781742750712 5-6 "Jemma lands a babysitting job in Rosethorne, one of the famous witches' houses near her home. The house is supposedly haunted by a sad little girl. When Jemma discovers a beautiful ivory rose locket, she sees a terrifying flashback and wakes up in 1895, where she becomes an apprentice maidservant. But. all is not well in the grand house. Young heiress Georgiana is constantly sick and Jemma suspects she's being poisoned." 132126 Ivy "Hearn, Julie" Simon & Schuster 2008 9780192754318 7-9 "Ivy, a common, laudanum addict living with thieves and scoundrels, is a stunner, a term for an artist's model and beauty. After embarking on a life of crime in London, she is sold out by her adopted family and falls victim to a pre-Raphaelite painter's jealous mother. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 35550 Ivy and the lonely raincloud "Harnett, Katie" Flying Eye Books 2017 9781911171157 K-2 "Life is lonely for this little rain cloud. If only he could find someone who liked rain! Then one day, he stumbles across a young florist who looks rather sad... Could they both be looking for the same thing?" Izzy Folau series "Harding, David & Folau, Izzy & Fosdike, James (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22965 Jabber-Walking "Herrera, Juan Felipe" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763692643 5-6 "Can you walk and talk at the same time? How about Jabberwalk? Can you write and draw and walk and journal all at the same time? If not, you're in luck: exuberant, blue-cheesy cilantro man Juan Felipe Herrera, Poet Laureate of the United States, is here to teach you everything he knows about being a real-life, bonified, Jabberwalking poet! Jabberwalkers write and speak for themselves and others no matter where their feet may take them - to Jabberwalk is to be a poet on the move. And there's no stopping once you're a Jabberwalker, writing fast, fast, fast, scribble-poem-burbles-on-the-run. Scribble what you see! Scribble what you hear! It's all out there - vamonos! " 5904 Jack and Mia "Vescio, Robert & Richards, Claire (ill)" Wombat Books 2016 9781925139730 K-2 "Jack and Mia are best friends. They are like two sides of a coin. They stick together like paper and glue. Then, the unthinkable happens. Mia's family has to move away, a long way away." 15359 Jack and the beanstalk "Walker, Richard & Sharkey, Niamh" Barefoot books 2002 9781901223378 K-2 Find out what happens to Jack when he visits the giant's castle in this gleeful version of the classic children's story. 23340 Jack Fortune and the search for the hidden valley "Purkiss, Sue" Alma Books Ltd 2018 9781846884283 5-6 "An orphan child full of mischief, Jack lives with his crotchety widow aunt in eighteenth-century England. His naughtiness knows no limits, and when one day he goes a step too far, Aunt Constance decides that she's had enough: from now on, his bachelor uncle can take care of him. Uncle Edmund is in no way prepared for a boy with boundless energy and an impish streak - and anyway, he's off to the Himalayas to search for rare plants! But Aunt Constance is absolutely determined, and Jack's uncle has no choice - he will have to take the boy with him." 15051 Jack in a box "Jarman, Julia & Pottie,Marjolein (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780007104109 K-2 Jack uses his imagination to visualise and play with the boxes left over from Tom's birthday presents. Jack Mason adventure series "Pitt, Darrell" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." "Jack Russell, dog detective series" "Odgers, Darrel & Sally & Dawson, Janine (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." "Jack Stalwart, secret agent series" "Singer Hunt, Elizabeth & Wiliamson, Brian (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2064 Jack's bugle "Bell, Krista & Elliott, Belinda (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2014 9781922081292 5-6 "Aidan leaves the farm to join the war, along with his bugle. He is excited by the promise of travel, adventure and new friends, using his bugle to inspire his battalion." 16767 Jack's little party "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2007 9781406306644 3-4 "Jack's Mum isn't like other Mums and sometimes he feels embarrassed. But, when Jack brings his friend, Sam, home, Jack realises that being different can be fun. " 2955 Jack's worry "Zuppardi, Sam" Walker Books 2016 9781406367799 K-2 "Jack is looking forward to playing in his first ever concert. But, on the big day, Jack finds he has a Worry. His Worry follows him, and it grows bigger and bigger." 214 Jacob have I loved "Paterson, Katherine" HarperTrophy 2003 9780064403689 7-9 "Louise is overshadowed by her talented twin, Caroline, and she has to struggle with her own identity throughout her life. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18514 Jacob's ladder "Keaney, Brian" Orchard Books 2006 9781843627210 7-9 "Jacob wakes up in a field unable to remember anything but his name. Why is he there, how can he get home? An intriguing story, raising issues about life after death, hopes and dreams. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 40633 Jaguar warrior "Fussell, Sandy" Walker Books 2010 9781921529290 7-9 "Atl has been a Temple slave for six years but now he is imprisoned in a box, waiting to be sacrificed to the Serpent-Sun god. When the Spanish lords attack the temple, Ichtaca releases Atl to run to the next town to ask for help. Now he is free, Atl must decide whether to deliver the message or save himself." 11438 Jake and Lily "Spinelli, Jerry" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780060281359 7-9 "A story told from two points of view: Jake, then Lily, telling two sides to similar events. They know that together they are a powerful force, but that they have to learn how to stand alone as well." Jake and Pete series "Rubinstein, Gillian" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Jake series "Spillman, Ken & Nixon, Chris (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9323 Jake's orphan "Brooke, Peggy" Simon & Schuster 2001 9780743427036 7-9 "Young orphan, Tree, fervently wishes to set up a home for himself and his brother away from the orphanage in this story about identity, belonging and the transfiguring power of love." 2373 Jaleesa the emu "Kerr, Nola & Brindle, Susannah & Charles, Craig (ill)" Penguin 2001 9780141306315 3-4 "Jaleesa thinks something is waiting for her in the mysterious land at the back of her great-grandmother's house. This story within a story involves the spirits of the animals, and in particular, the emu." 53291 Jameela "Khan, Rukhsana" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742372594 7-9 "Jameela lives with her family in a war-torn village in Afghanistan. Life is hard but when her mother dies and her father remarries, Jameela has to face a greater horror. To survive she draws on the strong sense of self that her mother gave her. Based on the story of an actual devout Muslim girl and life in post-Taliban Afghanistan." 2374 James and the giant peach "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311357 3-4 "James's aunts, Spiker and Sponge, are always calling him names. They beat him and starve him and make his life a misery. If only his parents hadn't been eaten by an angry rhinoceros. Then, one day, he begins the adventure of his dreams." 23258 Jamie and Angus together "Fine, Anne & Dale, Penny (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406313321 3-4 "Once best friends, always best friends. That's the way it is with Jamie and his toy Highland bull, Angus. In this collection of six stories, the pair tackles a lively playmate, get muddled by a pretend game and discover that playing isn't fun unless they are doing it together." 7319 Jamie Spy and the great cookie mystery "Miesen, Christina" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143305149 3-4 "Mrs Spy's freshly baked cookies have gone and only crumbs are left behind. Secret agent, Jamie, is on a mission to see who has eaten them all." 2377 Jamil's shadow "Harris, Christine" Puffin Australia 2001 9780141312101 5-6 "A young, orphaned boy keeps to himself, tending his herd of cattle and remaining apart from others in his small Turkish village. When a stray dog follows him home, Jamil finds that he can't get rid of it. A challenging read." 793 Jandamarra "Greenwood, Mark & Denton, Terry (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781742375700 5-6 "Set in the Kimberley region in north-west Australia, this is the story of a young warrior born to lead. To the settlers, he was an outlaw to be hunted. To the Bunuba, he was a courageous defender of his country. This story of conflict and divided loyalties gives a unique insight into an extraordinary man and a tragic but important part of Australia's history. " 45508 Jane and the magician "Baynton, Martin" Walker Books 2006 9781406305289 3-4 "The king has foolishly banished his magician for not making a rain spell. The magician proves him wrong but, of course, he doesn't know when to stop. Jane and her dragon must sort out the problem but those rain clouds can be persistent." 215 Jane Eyre "Bronte, Charlotte" Penguin 2002 9780140439304 7-9 "Only nine when she is orphaned and sent to live with an unloving aunt, Jane spends miserable, lonely years at boarding school before becoming a governess in the home of a mysterious man. A classic story." 4002 "Jane, the fox and me" "Britt, Fanny & Arsenault, Isabelle (ill) & Morelli, Christelle (trans) & Ouriou, Susan (trans)" Walker Books 2014 9781406353044 7-9 "Helene has been inextricably ostracised by the girls who were once her friends. Her school life is full of whispers and lies. Her loving mother is too tired to help. Helene has one consolation, Charlotte Bronte's Jayne Eyre, where she can identify with Jane's tribulations and ignore her tormentors. On school camp, an encounter with a fox brings hope for Helene, and then comes Geraldine." 15984 "Jar of happiness, The" "Burrows, Ailsa" Child's Play International Ltd 2015 9781846437281 K-2 "Meg thinks she has found the recipe for happiness. She collects all the necessary ingredients in a jar, which she uses to cheer up her friends and family when they're feeling low. But her jar has mysteriously disappeared and she is feeling sad. Her friends and family think they know what can make her happy again." 58097 Jarvis 24 "Metzenthen, David" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780143010043 7-9 "We first meet Marc Jarvis and his best mate, Travis, as stereotypical sports-playing, girl-ogling sixteen year olds. As the book unfolds, we see beyond the exterior as Marc makes sense of his feelings and attitudes. His views about people, loyalty, friendship, love and its loss are challenged." 15050 Jason and the golden fleece "Riordan, James & Cockcroft, Jason (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845070618 5-6 The epic story of Jason's quest for the golden fleece is retold for junior readers. Each short chapter adds another part to this riveting tale. 32246 Jasper & Abby and the great Australia Day kerfuffle "Rudd, Kevin & Muldoon, Rhys & Zapel, Carla (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742373294 3-4 "It was a special day at the Prime Minister's Lodge. There was going to be a big party with people and yummy food from around Australia. Abby the dog and Jasper the cat were there. And, so was a scruffy, little dog, who promised to be on his best behaviour." 28006 Jasper juggles jellyfish "Long, Ben & Cornish, David" Ford Street Publishing 2018 9781925736038 K-2 "An octopus called Jasper gives up on learning the basics at school to pursue something he thinks will be more fun. He soon finds that even fun things can be difficult to learn. But luckily, a smack of jolly jellyfish are there to help him every step of the way. How many jellyfish do you think Jasper will be able to juggle by the end? Count along! Maybe he will end up learning the basics without even knowing it." Jasper Zammit series "Abela, Deborah & Warren, Johnny" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8623 Jatta "Hale, Jenny" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693126 7-9 "Jatta is a princess in the kingdom of Alteeda but her life is no fairytale. When Jatta was three, her mother was slain by werewolves and, now, at furteen, she has discovered that the werewolves left their curse on her and she will transform into a wolf on the full moon. With her brother, she bravely resists a dark lord and grows in confidence, resourcefulness and bravery to overcome the evil." 35607 Jehan and the quest of the lost dog "Hawke, Rosanne & Stewart, Briony (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259609 5-6 "Jehan has lost his home and family in a devastating flood in Pakistan. Lost and stuck in a tree he hears a dog barking. Jehan rescues the dog, Lali, and he's no longer alone, but she keeps paddling away from him, swimming further into the floodwaters. So Jehan is forced to follow her, but will the dog's quest lead them to safety, and to their families? Or to more danger?" 2843 Jellybean goes to school "Roc, Margaret & Hughes, Laura (ill)" Tamarind Books 2013 9781848530751 K-2 "Jellybean is longing to learn about the world and make friends. So, she is very excited when it's time to start school. At first, Jellybean is nervous but her new teacher brings magic into the classroom. And Jellybean's imagination brings her new surroundings to life in many wild and wonderful ways." 2388 Jenny Angel "Wild, Margaret & Spudvilas, Anne" Penguin 2002 9780140545258 5-6 "Jenny's little brother, Davy, is very ill and her mother says that no one will be able to keep him alive. But, Jenny thinks that as long as she watches over Davy, nothing can happen. An emotionally charged story about a young girl's courageous stand, and the uncertainty and beauty of life." 15119 Jeremiah in the dark woods "Ahlberg, Janet & Allan" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780141304960 3-4 An adventure in the dark woods leads Jeremiah to meet many familiar characters from popular fairy tales. 818 Jeremy "Faille, Chris & Snell, Danny (ill)" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504402 K-2 "When tiny Jeremy falls out of his nest and is brought home by the family cat, he is only a few days old. Luckily, Jeremy is a fighter. As the weeks go by, he grows stronger and stronger, until the time comes to say goodbye. " 2390 Jeremy Jeremiah "Barron, Antonia" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1996 9781863738606 5-6 This is a time-slip story of friendship and of Australia's early gold-mining days. Jeremy makes contact with a boy who lived in Jeremy's house a hundred years before. 9882 Jeremy's tail "Ball, Duncan & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2001 9780868965888 K-2 "Jeremy, blindfolded and on his way to pin the tail on the donkey, takes a circuitous route that carries him far away, over the ocean and into space." 32613 Jerome's gift "Denham, Trent" Trent Denham 2017 9780648018506 K-2 "Over mountain and valley and stream he must go, across perilous sea, to a place where they know of a kindly old uncle who might lend some aid. The council agreed that a plan must be made. This most dangerous duty was all up to him, to provide precious food for his withering kin." 66990 Jerry "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303022 3-4 "Jerry, the big white horse that lives in a field near Martha's school, is old and cranky, and doesn't like being patted. But, in her dreams, Martha sees him quite differently." 3151 Jesse the elephant "Allen, Scott & Nadin, Judy (ill)" Standard Publishing House 2009 9781921638138 3-4 "Jesse, the elephant, must move from her temporary home in Moore Park to her permanent residence, an Indian palace, at the new Taronga Park Zoo. It is not easy moving an elephant, particularly with beautiful Sydney harbour in the way and especially before the Sydney Harbour Bridge was built. Perhaps, Ernest, the little tugboat, and his friend, Lindsay the punt ferry, can help." 9406 Jessica Joan "Orr, Wendy & James, Ann (ill)" Egmont Childrens 1999 9781863303675 K-2 Jessica Joan goes shopping and her quiet life will never be the same. 109050 Jessica's box "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2008 9781921042911 K-2 "Jessica is sure she will make lots of friends on her first day at school. But, despite, her best efforts, no one stays to talk with her. Then, unexpectedly, a friend appears." 12214 "Jethro Byrde, fairy child" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2002 9780744588637 K-2 "Annabelle's mother doesn't believe in fairies but Anabelle does. One day, she meets an entire tiny fairy family who have crash landed in her urban backyard of cement and weeds. Her play area becomes a very special place." 79876 "Jewel fish of Karnak, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2011 9780670074679 5-6 "In ancient Egypt, Jackal and Ibis are given a task by Cat Pharaoh, to travel along the Nile to retrieve the previous jewel fish from Crocodile Prince. Contains hieroglyphics and a jewel puzzle." 12252 Jillian Jiggs "Gilman, Phoebe" Scholastic US 1985 9780590748759 K-2 "Jillian Jiggs is a little girl who hates to clean her room. She always promises her mum that she will clean it, but then forgets when her friends come over." 12254 Jillian Jiggs to the rescue "Gilman, Phoebe" Scholastic US 1994 9780590746168 K-2 "Jillian's sister, Rebecca, has a scary dream about a monster and Jillian decides to do something about it." 14877 Jim and the beanstalk "Briggs, Raymond" Penguin Putnam 1997 9780698115774 3-4 "Jim is now climbing the beanstalk, not Jack. He befriends the giant who is too old and sad to eat him." 2441 Jim's lion "Hoban, Russell & Deacon, Alexis (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781406346022 5-6 "Jim is ill in hospital and his dreams are fearful and wild. His nurse gives him a mission, to find in his dreams his animal finder, who can guide him home wherever his illness takes him." 8456 Jinxed "McDougall, Jill" Walker Books 2008 9781921150593 5-6 "When Jinx accidentally smashes her next door neighbour's python tank with a misplaced totem tennis ball and is expected to replace it, she needs to make some cash fast. No slow and steady job for Jinx, but all her get rich quick schemes are going awry." 15146 Jirrbal: rainforest Dreamtime stories "Barlow, Maisie (Yarrcali) & Anning, Michael (Boiyool) (ill)" Magabala Books 2001 9781875641062 5-6 Aboriginal dreaming stories of the Jirrbal people. Contains factual narratives about the author's life and the rainforests of North Queensland. Traditional language words of the Jirrbal people are included. 18803 Joan of Arc: the story of Jehanne Darc "Wilkinson, Lili" Black Dog Books 2006 9781921167003 7-9 "Through a mixture of narrative and historical sources, the extraordinary life of Joan of Arc is detailed from her childhood in the small village of Doremy to her eventual burning at the stake, at the tender age of 18. The story follows Joan's quest to have the Dauphin crowned as the true King of France and the English invaders defeated." 1590 Jodie: this is the book of you "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Omnibus Books 2013 9781742990101 5-6 "Best friends Jodie, Rania and Deyana can't believe what they have found in the school library. A mysterious book that writes itself, just for them. Jodie's life is difficult enough. Her father is in a new relationship and Jodie is trying to get used to having a stepsister. The advice the book is giving Jodie is so confusing. She is perplexed about the ghostly writer and what it wants." 38880 Joe's boat "Caisley, Raewyn & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143304500 3-4 "Joe loves everything about the old house by the sea. But, most of all, he loves the little yellow boat that used to belong to Great-Uncle Alan. Joe can't wait to go fishing." Joel Billings series "Hawke, Rosanne" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 9574 "John Brown, Rose and the midnight cat" "Wagner, Jenny & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Penguin 1988 9780140503067 3-4 John Brown is a big shaggy dog who loves Rose very much. Can John Brown cope with Rose's care for the outsider cat? A story about the possessiveness of love and letting go. 9434 John Eales: rugby facts and fun for kids "Eales, John & Batchelor, Lindy" ABC Books 2003 9780733312496 3-4 "Rugby activity book for young rugby fans is jam-packed with rugby facts galore, heaps of quizzes, games and word puzzles and engrossing information about the 2003 Rugby World Cup." 12934 John Lennon: voice of a generation "Gogerly, Liz" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780750239486 5-6 "John Lennon found fame as the Beatles' lead singer, the most popular band in history. They dominated the record charts between 1963 and 1970. He promoted world peace and freedom, and challenged people to hope for a better world." 2383 Joke machine. The "McCall Smith, Alexander" Bloomsbury 2006 9780747580508 3-4 "Jeffrey works in a junk shop on Saturdays. He finds a mysterious machine which, when he figures out how to make it work, turns out to be an hilarious joke-producing machine." 13645 "Joke trap, The" "Glover, Richard & Gordon, Gus (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320552 5-6 Jesse's dad makes terrible jokes. Ben's dad sings all the wrong lyrics to songs. The embarrassment is ruining their social life. The kids hope to cure their dads with a taste of their own medicine but they're not sure dads will ever stop doing THAT joke. 2411 "Jolly postman or other peoples' letters, The" "Ahlberg, Janet & Allan" Viking Children's 1999 9780670886241 K-2 "The Jolly Postman delivers cards and letters to various fairy-tale characters. He has a letter of apology for the three bears from Goldilocks, a postcard from Jack for the giant, and a letter for the wolf, written for Little Red Riding Hood, and more." 17492 Jolly Roger and the pirates of Captain Abdul "McNaughton, Colin" Walker Books 2005 9781844286010 3-4 "Roger is kidnapped by pirates and is very happy about it. The pirates leave the boat to pay Roger's mum an unfriendly visit and when they don't return, it's up to Roger to rescue the pirates from his mum." 2106 Jonathan "Carnavas, Peter & Francey, Amanda (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2014 9781921928611 K-2 "Jonathan loves to dress up and scare his family, but they insist that he is just not scary. What happens when he gets too scary." 2055 Jonathan Swift's Gulliver "Jenkins, Martin & Riddell, Chris (ill)" Walker Books 2006 9781406301748 7-9 "A retelling of Gulliver's imaginative and wickedly funny voyages to unusual lands. This edition of the classic has detailed, historical information and beautiful illustrations. Occasional distasteful themes are true to the original text. Also see Gulliver's travels by Jonathan Swift, PRC ID 36630. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2415 Joseph "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781864481709 5-6 An attractive version of the old testament story about Joseph. 1030 Josephine wants to dance "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780207200755 K-2 "Josephine loves to dance with her toes pointed, soaring into the air. She dreams of being part of a real ballet company and dancing in front of her friends." 12153 Josh "McLean, Janet" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864483628 K-2 "Josh is a lovable, excited spaniel pup who wants to be companion, friend, helper and playmate from wake-up time in the morning to bath and bedtime in the evening." 216 Josh "Southall, Ivan" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235634 7-9 "Josh, a poet, visits his great aunt for a week in a rural town and has to endure some strange treatment." 12277 Josh and the monster "McLean, Andrew & Janet" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781864484922 K-2 "Josh is a loveable cocker spaniel, always ready for adventure. He and his friend are on a quest to find the Monster of Mud, facing battles along the way like true knights. Josh must find where the monster is hiding and try to catch it." 742 Josie and the Michael Street kids "Russon, Penni" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143303442 5-6 "When Josie moves house with her Mum, she is a million miles away from her best friend, the beach and everything. But, when Josie finds a secret treasure map, her world in Michael Street becomes exciting." 18563 Josie under fire "Turnbull, Ann" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2004 9780746060322 5-6 "Josie's stays in London during the terrible bombing attacks of 1941, while her mother nurses her ailing grandmother. Josie struggles with her own feelings of inadequacy and her brother's very unpopular decision not to go to war." 20433 Journey "Becker, Aaron" Walker Books 2013 9781406342307 K-2 "In this wordless picture book, a lonely girl, whose family members are all too occupied with some form of technology to pay her any attention, discovers a red crayon, draws a door on her bedroom wall and walks into a world where she controls a fantastic journey." 14818 Journey from the centre of the earth "Carmody, Isobelle & McBride, Marc (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734403766 5-6 "The story of a duck that was left behind at the centre of the earth and his friendship with a strange mushroom creature. A deeply philosophical book that deals with the eternal question, why." 5541 "Journey home, The" "Lester, Alison" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780340605424 K-2 "One day, Wild and Woolly dig such a big hole in their sandpit that they fall through to the North Pole. They set out on their journey home, visiting interesting houses and characters along the way." 6262 Journey of the sea turtle "Wilson, Mark" Lothian Books 2009 9780734411099 K-2 Follow the journey of a loggerhead turtle from her birth to the great migration and the dangers of life at sea. She watches for the shadow birds which are a sign of danger but also hope. 46385 "Journey to Eureka, A" "Greenwood, Kerry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780733617676 7-9 Llewelyn Jones is a twelve year old boy who journeys to Australia to find his convict mother and uncle. He ends up on the goldfields at the time of The Eureka Stockade. Some strong language used in context. 8000 Journey to the centre of the earth "Verne, Jules" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141321042 7-9 "An ancient book is opened by the eccentric Professor Lidenbrock and his life, and that of his nephew, Axel, is changed for ever. An old piece of paper has tumbled from the book, a priceless parchment that will lead them on a terrifying journey to find what lies at the centre of the Earth. " 2421 Journey to the River Sea "Ibbotson, Eva" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330397155 7-9 "Miss Minton and Maia are sailing to the city of Manaus, a thousand miles up the mighty Amazon river. Maia, a lonely orphan, is excited to be starting a new life with relatives she's never met. Mysterious Miss Minton has secret reasons of her own for making the journey. But years of living in the jungle have sent Maia's uncle and aunt slightly mad and their twin daughters are definitely not like normal children." 9470 Journey to the stars "Clark, Stuart" Oxford University Press 2000 9780199105762 3-4 An eye-catching presentation of currently accepted understandings about the various entities which make up the universe. 2930 "Journey, The" "Sanna, Francesca" Flying Eye Books 2016 9781909263994 5-6 "To escape the turmoil and tragedy brought by war, a family leaves their home and everything they know to embark on a very long journey," 1183 Joyous and Moonbeam "Yaxley, Richard" Omnibus Books 2013 9781862919877 7-9 "Ashleigh is fifteen and her life makes her angry. Through a school project she meets Joyous, whose positive take on life helps to teach her to 'work things round a little'." 15100 Jubela "Kessler, Cristina & McAllister Stammen, JoEllen (ill)" Aladdin Publishing 2004 9780689818950 3-4 "Based on a true story from Swaziland. After its mother is shot by poachers, a baby rhino must face the world on its own. The baby survives when it is adopted by an older female rhinoceros." 14433 "Judas donkey, The" "Broome, Errol & Thompson, Sharon (ill)" Fremantle Press 2003 9781920731182 5-6 "Francesca desperately wants a horse of her own. When her grandpa brings home the Judas donkey, Francesca is less than impressed. But, Judy is not an ordinary donkey." 1733 Judy Moody & Stink: the holly joliday "McDonald, Megan & Reynolds, Peter H. (Ill)" 2008 9780763641139 3-4 "Judy Moody is making a list and checking it twice, but all her brother, Stink, wants this year is snow. It has not snowed on Christmas in Virginia in more than a hundred years, however, so what are the chances that that will change? Enter the new mailman, Mr. Jack Frost, who not only looks like a jolly old elf but also seems to know a lot about weather patterns, has a fondness for the cold, and works looooooong hours during the holiday season. Plus it is the best time of the year, when strange packages and lots of surprises are swirling around, so it might be possible that Stink might get his wish?" Judy Moody series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 21203 Julian is a mermaid "Love, Jessica" Walker Books 2018 9781406380637 3-4 "While riding the subway home with his Nana one day, Julian notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fishtails, and their joy fills the train carriage. When Julian gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up just like the ladies and making his own fabulous mermaid costume. But what will Nana think about the mess he makes - and even more importantly - what will she think about how Julian sees himself?" 217 Julie of the wolves "George, Jean Craighead" HarperCollins US 2003 9780060540951 5-6 An Inuit girl runs away to regain her traditional Eskimo culture and becomes lost on the frozen Arctic tundra. Only the wolves can help her. Julie's survival depends on the leader of the pack. Juliet nearly a vet series "Johnson, Rebecca & May, Kyla (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 21518 Julius & the soul-catcher "Hehir, Tim" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925240177 7-9 "It's 1838 and London is gripped by orchid fever. Charles Darwin's diary turns up in Higgins's bookshop, closely followed by two ex-body snatchers and a peculiar fellow with small teeth. Julius wonders what's in the diary and whether it has something to do with the terrifying painting of an orchid it contains. Before he knows it, Julius is spinning through time and parallel realms in a race to rid London of the soul-catcher and a future too horrible to imagine." 2364 Julius & the watchmaker "Hehir, Tim" Text Publishing Co 2013 9781922079732 7-9 "When Julius Higgins isn't running from Crimper McCready and his gang of bullies, he's working in his grandfather's bookshop in Ironmonger Lane. That is, until Jack Springheel, a mysterious clock collector, appears looking for the fabled diary of John Harrison, the greatest watchmaker of all time. Julius becomes a thief and a runaway, and makes a deal with Springheel that he will live to regret. And, all before he finds out that Harrison's diary is really an instruction manual for making a time machine." 2788 Julius Zebra: Bundle with the Britons "Northfield, Gary " HarperCollins Australia 2016 9781406365870 5-6 "From a smelly watering hole, deep in the heart of the Serengeti, to the ferocious clamour of the Colosseum, join Julius Zebra and his motley menagerie of friends as they gear up to be gladiators. Only if they win the love of the Roman crowds will they win back their freedom." 5094 Julius zebra: entangled with the Egyptians Northfield Walker Books 2018 9781406371802 5-6 "When Julius Zebra finds himself shipwrecked on the shores of Egypt with his trusty companions, little did he know he would soon finds himself mistaken for an Egyptian horse God, Heter. While he enjoys all the perks, there is a downside. What happens when the Egyptian people realise he is not really Heter but a Zebra? Follow the adventures of Julius, Brutus and their friends to see if they escape. " 10258 Julius Zebra: Rumble with the Romans "Northfield, Gary" Walker Books 2015 9781406354928 5-6 "Meet Julius Zebra. We all know zebras are handsome, eat lots of grass and are always getting eaten by lions. Let's face it, they can be a bit boring and stupid, too. But, a tussle with a grumpy gladiator can change a zebra. So, cheer on our stripey hero, Julius, as he scraps for survival in history's deadliest theatre, the Colosseum. Just don't call him a horse or Debra." 32277 Jump and Shout "Dumbleton, Mike & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" Little Book Press 2017 9780648086819 K-2 "Jump and shout, clap and cheer on this rollicking adventure with a lively family. Join them as they swing, skip and tumble through the neighbourhood on a joyful day out." 12148 Jump baby "Matthews, Penny" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781862914278 K-2 "Baby possum must learn to jump or be separated from mother and big sister who have jumped into a peach tree, leaving him stranded in the walnut tree. They entreat baby possum to try to jump." 12415 Jump in "Whybrow, Ian & Melling, David (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1999 9780340739907 K-2 "Miss Lollipop is lonely so she buys a little truck. When she drives down to the river, in jump a lot of things you wouldn't expect. Find out who jumps in, in this funny animal farce with lots of counting." Jumpman series "Valentine, James" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 55300 Jumpy Jack & Googily "Rosoff, Meg & Blackall, Sophie (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780141502410 K-2 "Googily is the brave, best friend of Jumpy Jack, a very nervous snail who is afraid of monsters and thinks they are everywhere. Googily checks high and low to make sure Jumpy Jack is always safe because Googily is never scared of monsters, especially as they are imaginary. But, then again." 218 "Jungle book, The" "Kipling, Rudyard" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261190 7-9 "In this classic story, Mowgli, the human child lost in the jungle, escapes the vicious jaws of the growling tiger, Shere Khan, and is adopted by Father Wolf and the pack. Lovable old Baloo the Bear and Bagheera the Panther teach Mowgli the law of the jungle and his extraordinary adventures begin." 15315 Jungle drums "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2004 9780670041084 K-2 "Little Ngiri is the smallest warthog in Africa and tired of being teased by his bigger brothers and sisters. Then, the old wildebeest gives Ngiri a set of magic drums." Juno of Taris series "Beale, Fleur" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22763 Just a dog "Bauer, Michael Gerard" Omnibus Books 2010 9781862918870 5-6 "Mr Mosely isn't a purebred dog but he's just the dog that Corey and his family want. He is loyal, protective and loving. And, he is much more than that. He might well be the one thing that holds them all together. " 24191 Just a girl "Caro, Jane" University of Queensland Press 2011 9780702238802 7-9 "Determined, passionate and privileged, Elizabeth was born into a world where she felt she didn't belong and had to fight to survive. Her mother, Anne Boleyn, was executed by her father, Henry VIII. Elizabeth competed with her two half-siblings for love and the British throne as Queen Elizabeth 1. In the gilded corridors of the royal palace, enemies she couldn't see and those bound to her by blood, plotted to destroy her." 2446 Just a little brown dog "Morgan, Sally & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Fremantle Press 2005 9781863681735 K-2 Puppy finds a home with a young boy who has lost his mother. About a pup's playful antics as he responds to a new situation and yearns for love and acceptance. 1706 Just a queen "Caro, Jane" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253621 7-9 "Just a girl to those around her, Elizabeth is now the Queen of England. She has outsmarted her enemies and risen above a lifetime of hurt and family betrayal. Elizabeth is surrounded by men who give her advice and compliments but may be hiding daggers and poison behind their backs. Elizabeth must use her head and ignore her heart to be the queen her people need. But, this may lead her to betray a fellow queen." 2448 Just another ordinary day "Clement, Rod" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780207188398 3-4 "On an ordinary day for Amanda, but far from ordinary for the reader, the dinner table is on fire because the curry is too hot, the steps to her room are up a cliff, her pet cat is a lion and a tentacled, three-eyed girl is telling her news at school." 9572 Just dragon "Stafford, Liliana & Power, Margaret" University of Western Australia Press 2000 9781876268022 3-4 "The special relationship between a grandfather and granddaughter that includes kite flying, fishing, tales of a wooden boat with a dragon prow and a love of the sea." 2456 Just Henry "Magorian, Michelle" Egmont Childrens 2008 9781405227575 7-9 "Set in post-war Britain in 1949, fourteen year old Henry has no friends and misses his war-hero father. He resents his stepfather and stepsister, and escapes by going to the cinema, his passion. When Henry develops an old camera film, he uncovers a mystery and events spiral until Henry's life resembles the drama of the big screen." 43457 Just like daddy "Freegard, Lucy" Pavilion 2017 9781843653370 K-2 "Daddy deals with the scariest of monsters, keeps his eyes open on the rollercoaster, and puts on all the voices when he reads a bedtime story. Daddy is strong and silly, kind and practical. But he also knows how to have fun, and even if he messes up, it is never a big deal. Who wouldn't want to be just like daddy?" 4722 Just like tonight "Stewart, Amber & Marlow, Layn (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192728494 K-2 "Button has had a wonderful day and is ready for sleep. But, he needs help to keep the bad dreams away and Dad has just the solution." 12154 Just like you and me "Miller, David" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733612459 K-2 A picture book highlighting the similarities between animal behaviour and the behaviour of children. 36493 Just one more "Cowley, Joy & Bishop, Gavin (ill)" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467868 3-4 "If you've ever wanted to know how to make a grumpysaurus happy or whether an ex-pirate can still drive the bus without his lucky feather, then you'll be able to answer these questions. Begin to read this book and one imaginative story just won't be enough. You'll want to read just one more." 2562 Just one wish "Rippin, Sally" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304463 5-6 "Penny has moved to Australia from China and her English is very limited. She misses her friends and her cousin is determined to make her life miserable at their school. When Penny's grandmother gives her a magic Chinese pouch, Penny has just one wish to make things right." 5386 Just right "Black, Birdie & Beardshaw, Rosalind (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2011 9780857630308 K-2 "The king finds the perfect soft, red cloth to make the princess a cloak for Christmas. Once the cloak is made, the leftover cloth is put outside where, in turn, it's found by someone and made into a different present. As the leftover cloth diminishes, each gift gets smaller and smaller but each piece is just right." Just series NEW 2019 "Griffiths, Andy & Denton, Terry (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 219 Just so stories "Kipling, Rudyard" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2001 9780141183626 5-6 "Distant lands, the beautiful gardens of splendid palaces, the sea, the jungle and its beasts, even the desert, are the exotic settings for classic stories that deal with the origins of things in the animal world, such as how the elephant got his trunk." 129366 Just soldiers "Kelly, Darryl" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2004 9780958162548 7-9 "Stories of ordinary Australians doing extraordinary things during the Great War, 1914-1918. In 1914, Australia had a population of fewer than 5 million, yet 300,000 from all walks of life volunteered to fight. Through these stories, based on fact, the author has endeavoured to capture the essence of those who served Australia. As in life, not all were heroes." 1048 Just the right size: why big animals are big and little animals are little "Davies, Nicola & Layton, Neal (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781406304930 3-4 "Find out why there are no high-flying, wall-climbing, tall-building-leaping superheroes in real life. Find out what keeps big animals from engaging in astonishing feats of strength and agility, and yet why being tiny and all-powerful might have a downside. Discover the amazing true rules that control what bodies can and can't do." 12321 Just the right stripes "Gray, Nigel & Brown, Deborah (ill)" Koala Books 2002 9780864613967 K-2 "Little Zebra tries to count how many stripes he has. He wonders if he has too many and he wants to find out. All the animals have something to say and he worries until he gets home to his dad, who has just the right explanation." 23611 Just the way we are "Shirvington, Jessica & Robertson, Claire (ill)" ABC Books 2015 9780733331626 K-2 "Meet Anna, Chiara, Henry, Izzy and Jack. Their families might not look like your family but, that's okay, they are perfect just the way they are." 5621 Just you wait "De Kantzow, Megan & Smith, Craig (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781962915236 3-4 Prince Roderick pulls a ribbon from Eleanor's hair on the first day of school and informs her that she has to do as he says. A fairytale with a difference and a humorous resolution to bullying. 47521 Kaito's cloth "Millard, Glenda & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865048451 K-2 "Kaito visits the Lord of Flight and weeps when she finds that the beautiful summer butterflies have all died. To honour them and commemorate the magic of flight, Kaito weaves a special wing sewn with spider's silk." 16200 Kakadu calling "Christophersen, Jane Garlil" Magabala Books 2007 9781921248009 5-6 "An elder of the Bunitz clan living in Kakadu National Park tells stories of children living in the far north. There is the story of Burrki, a ten year old boy living on his own in the wilderness, of two brothers who have a misadventure at sea and of Maidje and her cousins learning how to gather and cook food, even snakes." 833 Kampung boy Lat Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2009 9780980607000 5-6 "Illustrated story of a Muslim boy's adventures and mischief-making, fishing trips, religious education and work on his family's rubber plantation in Malaysia. However, the traditional way of life in his village (kampung) is steadily disappearing." 58391 Kangaroo and crocodile: my big book of Australian animals "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2011 9781921714252 K-2 "Striking, lusciously-coloured, Indigenous illustrations celebrate our unique Australian animals and birds, from the lesser known fence skink to the mighty great white shark, from eagles to echidnas." 8745 Kangaroo and the porpoise "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lippo, Agnes (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046297 K-2 "From the Larrakia and Waigite language groups. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. The kangaroo asks the porpoise to mind her baby. When the porpoise won't give the baby back, a fight ensues with interesting results." 13758 Kangaroo at the zoo "Sims, Lesley & Semple, David (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781409580447 K-2 "What a hullabaloo, someone is new at the zoo. It's a kangaroo." 12895 "Kangaroo who couldn't stop, The" "Cox, Robert & Robins, Jim (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406583 3-4 "Poor little Keith has a problem. Ever since he found his hop, he just can't stop. Keith's mother takes him to see Dr Leapyear who decides to try hop-nosis. Keith may never be able to stop his hopping." 18329 Kangaroo's Cancan Cafe "Jarman, Julia & Chapman, Lynne (ill)" Orchard Books 2005 9781843626008 K-2 A Kangaroo discovers a wonderful dance called the Cancan and wants to open his own Cancan Cafe. 4559 Kangaroos hop "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379159 K-2 "If you are very quiet, you'll see the kangaroos hop, the birds fly and the echidnas shuffle across the land and down to the water's edge, where a crocodile lies sleeping. Be very quiet now." 2354 Karana "Kirk, Uncle Joe & Casey, Greer & Harrold, Sandi (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743623138 K-2 "These are my chicks, I love them a lot. I will stay with them, no matter what." 2465 Karate star "Caisley, Raewyn & Curtis, Neil (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091838966 3-4 "This book is a mixture of karate, Hollywood and sorting out sibling differences." 4113 Karlson flies again "Lindgren, Astrid & Ross, Tony (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192727749 5-6 "Smidge lives with his family in an ordinary house in Stockholm. His extraordinary friend, Karlson, lives on the roof of his house. The roof is a good place to live when you have a propeller on your back and can fly. Karlson believes he is the world's greatest at everything. Enjoy reading about these unlikely friends who have fun gobbling buns and haunting the babysitter." 659 Kaspar prince of cats "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2008 9780007266999 5-6 "At the beginning of the twentieth century, Johnny Trott, a bell-boy at London's prestigious Savoy Hotel, befriends a guest, the Russian aristocrat, Countess Kandinsky. She trusts him to look after her special cat, Prince Kaspar, and a series of events are set in motion that take Johnny and Kaspar all around the world, and change his life forever." 15033 "Kate, the cat and the moon" "Almond, David & Lambert, Stephen (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340773864 3-4 "Kate wakes in the night to the sound of miaowing. Rising from her bed, she finds herself gradually and magically transformed into a cat. She joins other cats to go out into the night." 22982 Kaya's heart song "Sanders, Diwa Tharan, & Canzi, Nerina (ill)" Lantana Publishing 2018 9781911373223 K-2 Kaya is looking for her heart song - the song that happy hearts sing. Her search takes her on a journey deep into the jungle where a broken down carousel waits for a very special song to make it turn again. 48010 Keep your hair on "Vercoe, Elizabeth" Black Dog Books 2003 9781876372187 7-9 "Drawn from the author's life experiences, this is the story of sixteen year old Vess who is returning to school after her cancer treatment. She is trying to stay positive under very difficult circumstances." 483 Keeper "Peet, Mal" Walker Books 2006 9781406304107 7-9 "El Gato, one of the world's greatest football players, tells the story of his life growing up in the forest in South America and of the ghostly keeper who taught him how to play soccer. Some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Keeper of the crystals series "Black, Jess & Hulme, Celeste (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9277 "Keeper of the Isis light, The" "Hughes, Monica" Aladdin Publishing 2000 9780689833908 7-9 A contemporary love story between an Earthling and a resident of the planet Isis. 64569 "Keepers' daughter, The" "Arbuthnott, Gill" Chicken House 2009 9781905294947 7-9 "Ten years ago, the leader of the Shadowmen killed many of the Keepers, the teachers and bearers of ancient knowledge threatening his barbaric rule. Rebellion is flaring again and Nyssa and her uncle, descendants of the Keepers, must flee in search of the other half of a strange tattoo on Nyssa's skull." 2490 Keeping up with grandma "Winch, John" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865041629 K-2 "Grandma decides that she and Grandpa should do things together such as sailing, horse riding, tobogganing and dancing. Grandpa has trouble keeping up so perhaps they are better off with their individual hobbies, painting and making cakes." 2488 Keepinitreal "Henderson, Don" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781862917705 7-9 "When Kid Kabula decides to ride his bike at top speed through the centre of the local mall, he doesn't realise how dangerous that's going to be. Fats Charvetto, leader of the meanest bikie gang in town, wants to know exactly who knocked him flying. Stevie, the local refundable collector, dobs in the Kid and a turf war starts." 2196 Kelsey and the quest of the porcelain doll "Hawke, Rosanne" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702253317 3-4 "Kelsey is in Pakistan and wants to go home. Mum and dad are busy helping flood victims and she misses her friends and her Nanna Rose. They talk via Skype but it's not the same. It makes Kelsey feel better when Nanna agrees to create a story just for her about a porcelain doll. Meanwhile, Kelsey is experiencing some unexpected adventures of her own in flooded Pakistan." 5340 Kensuke's kingdom "Morpurgo, Michael" Egmont Childrens 2000 9780749736392 5-6 "An adaptation of the Robinson Crusoe story, a family's sailing adventure turns into a story of survival following a storm." 5833 Kensy and Max: Breaking news "Harvey, Jacqueline" Penguin Random House Australia 2018 9780143780656 5-6 "What would you do if you woke up in a strange place? If your whole life changed in the blink of an eye and you had no idea what was going on? Twins Kensy and Max Grey's lives are turned upside down when they are whisked off to London, and discover their parents are missing. As the situation unfolds, so many things don't add up: their strange new school, the bizarre grannies on their street, the coded messages they keep finding and the feeling that, all around them, adults are keeping secrets ...Things can never go back to the way they were, but the twins are determined to uncover the truth!" 14534 "Kerenza, a new Australian " "Hawke, Rosanne" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742990606 5-6 "In 1911, Kerenza's da (father) can no longer get work as a miner in Cornwall. She doesn't want to leave her village and take a ship to Australia but Kerenza can be brave for her dad's sake. Where he sees a farm, Kerenza and her Mam see endless mallee scrub, flies and hard work. It's almost too much to bear but the Mallee has its own beauty, and family and new-found friends might just make it her home." 129372 Kestrel "Svendsen, Mark & Woolman, Steven & Peterson, Laura (ill)" Lothian Books 2006 9780734404909 3-4 A boy gains some of his grandfather's wisdom as they work together to fulfil a dream. A poetic story of boat-building with intriguing illustrations that use interesting elements of design. 16716 Kev and Borax "Orman, Lorraine & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301431 3-4 "David is being bullied and he has had enough. When he wishes for a fairy godfather to help him, he gets Kev and Borax, who are not quite what he was expecting. David ends up solving his problems himself after surviving some dubious help." 15741 Kevin the troll "MacLeod, Doug" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302698 7-9 "Kevin, the troll, is crafty and cranky, mysterious and moody and he wants children pie for his seven-hundredth birthday. When trolls and humans make contact, amazing events occur." Keys to the kingdom series "Nix, Garth" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18440 "Kick in the head, A" "Janeczko, Paul B. & Raschka, Chris (ill)" Candlewick Press 2005 9780763306625 5-6 A vibrant collection of poetry designed to introduce readers to a wide variety of poetic forms. 8130 Kick it to me "McMullin, Neridah & Hudson, Peter (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2012 9780980794861 K-2 "This is an illustrated, historical account of Tom Wills who was the principal founder of Australian Rules Football. Tom was inspired by the game of Marn-grook, a game played by the people of the Djab Wurrung tribe of the Gariwerd Grampions in Victoria, near the town of Moyston, where Tom spent his boyhood in the early 1840s." 5248 Kick with my left foot "Seden, Paul & Briggs, Karen (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743313442 K-2 I pull the sock on my left foot. I pull the sock on my right foot. I lace up the boot on my left foot. I lace up the boot on my right foot. It's time for footy. 32306 Kicking goals with Goodesy and Magic "Heiss, Anita & Goodes, Adam & O'Loughlin, Michael" Black Ink Press 2016 9781863958530 3-4 "Australian Football League (AFL) legends, Adam Goodes and Michael O'Loughlin, are blood brothers and great mates. They are also two of the best footballers ever to play for the Sydney Swans. Between them, they played over six hundred and fifty games, and kicked over nine hundred goals. Find out what Goodesy and Magic were like when they were kids, what kind of scrapes they got into at school, and what it was like to go from being normal teenagers to AFL superstars." 4396 Kid normal "James, Greg & Smith, Chris" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408884539 5-6 "Eleven year old Murph's mum has been unable to find permanent work, so the family has had to move many times, not only homes but towns and schools and Murph has just about given up on staying put in one place long enough to make and retain friends. When all the schools in this latest town are full Murph and his mum have an even bigger problem until by pure chance they stumble upon a school hidden behind many corners and backstreets. Murph is accepted and there begins an education like nothing Murph has experienced before. It appears that somehow Murphy has landed in a school aimed at finding and training super heroes, with each of the students having some sort of magical capability, although some appear to have little use such as a boy who can make his head swell like a balloon or a girl who can make thunderstorms. Can these skills, along with Murph who has none, really save the day?" 4958 KidGlovz "Hunt, Julie & Newman, Dale (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781742378527 5-6 "KidGlovz is a musical genius. His gift is so precious that he's kept under lock and key. But, when a young thief helps him escape, Kid must embark on a perilous journey through which he will discover the terrifying nature of his talent." 37663 Kidnapped "Stevenson, Robert Louis" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2009 9780141326023 7-9 "When young David Balfour's father dies and leaves him in poverty, he tracks down his Uncle Ebenezer to seek his inheritance. But, his uncle is a mean, nasty man with a dark family secret. David finds himself in terrible danger when he is kidnapped and taken prisoner on board a ship bound for slavery." 5344 Kids like us "Reyl, Hilary" Text Publishing Co 2017 9781925498912 7-9 "Kids Like Us is the delightful, heartwarming story of Martin, a teenager on the autism spectrum, who falls for Gilberte-Alice, a 'normal' French girl. While spending summer in the French countryside with his mother, Martin mistakes Gilberte for a character in a novel he is obsessed with - Marcel Proust's masterpiece In Search of Lost Time. He gradually realises she is not Gilberte, the fantasy girl, but a real person named Alice. Falling in love, in all its unpredictability, teaches Martin that he can in fact connect, and can get out of his bubble. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15460 Kill the possum "Moloney, James " Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780143004202 7-9 "Dylan Kane has never met his father. But, he has met Kirsty Beale's step-father, a brute of a man, a bully, a living-room thug. KIrsty's family is tormented by his cruelty and she is desperate to live a normal life. Dylan and Kirsty's brother hatch a plan to make him stop. A gripping and powerfully moving story of a family stretched to breaking point and a portrait of a killer. A confronting, controversial topic with inherent violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 9469 Killer plants and how to grow them "Cheers, Gordon" Penguin 1996 9780140548013 3-4 "A fun approach to an unusual type of gardening. With attention to accuracy and detail, the book tells how plants trap their prey and how to grow carnivorous plants at home." 220 Kim "Kipling, Rudyard" Penguin 2000 9780141183633 7-9 Kim is an eleven year old Irish boy who is orphaned and lives amongst the poor on the streets in India. 221 Kimberley warrior: the story of Jandamurra "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781863738613 7-9 The story of Jandamurra and the struggle for justice by the Bunuba peoples in the late 19th century. 24757 "Kindness club, The: Chloe on the bright side" "Sheinmel, Courtney" Bloomsbury 2017 9781681195315 5-6 "Chloe Silver is good at looking at the bright side. But staying positive has been difficult since her parents divorced and she had to start at a new school. When Chloe is given the chance to try out for the exclusive It Girls Club, things are finally looking up again. Then Chloe is assigned a science project with offbeat Lucy Tanaka and brainy Theo Barnes. Together they create an experiment that tests how people react to different acts of kindness, officially forming the Kindness Club. Lucy and Theo are fun to be around, and their new club means a lot to Chloe. But the It Girls don't want to share Chloe with anyone else. Can she find a way to be kind to all of her friends, and still stay true to herself? " 4242 "King and the sea, The" "Janisch, Heinz & Erlbruch, Wolf (ill)" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271803 3-4 "A collection of very short but profound stories about a little king in a big world. His endeavours meet with varying degrees of success. The little king has much to learn and nature has much to teach him. Some lessons are droll, funny and ironic but all are profound." 16682 "King and the seed, The" "Maddern, Eric & Hess, Paul (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847802071 3-4 "King Karnak is worried. He's getting old and has no heir to the throne. So, he decides to hold a rather unusual competition to find the next king. Knights and nobles flock to the palace, expecting to fight, but the king gives each of them a tiny seed to grow. Jack, the farmer's son, has come to watch and he takes a seed too." 45678 King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table "Green, Roger Lancelyn" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141321011 7-9 "When Arthur releases the sword in the stone, he and his brave knights undertake many quests, including the search for the Holy Grail. Lots of adventures involving damsels in distress, fierce jousts, sword fights, battles, tournaments and miracles." 9260 King Arthur and the knights of the round table "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 1997 9780744547924 7-9 "The segments cover the classic tales of King Arthur and his origin; Excalibur and the Lady of the Lake; Morgan le Fay; Guinevere and the round table; Sir Lancelot of the Lake; Sir Lancelot's First Quest thwarting a dragon; Princess Elaine; Sir Galahad, the son of Sir Lancelot; 'Camelot; and the Grail Quests of Sir Lancelot, Sir Percival and Sir Galahad." 17026 King Arthur and the mighty contest (Crazy Camelot capers) "Mitton, Tony & Robins, Arthur (ill)" Orchard Books 2004 9781841217147 3-4 "A rhyming language book which portrays, in simple terms, the story of King Arthur." 13711 King Lear "Shakespeare, William & Hinds, Gareth (adapt & ill)" Candlewick Press 2009 9780763643447 7-9 "An exciting graphic novel version of William Shakespeare's great tragedy that faithfully follows the original play. The use of Shakespeare's original language, some violence and adult concepts require mature readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 15105 King o' the cats "Shepard, Aaron & Sorra, Kristin (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2004 9781689820820 3-4 No-one believes Peter's wild stories about the odd cats in town. He is determined to find out what is going on. 4541 King of Quizzical Island digs through the world "Snell, Gordon & McKee, David (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406312140 K-2 "The King is to prove that the world is round, so he makes a spade with a diamond blade and starts digging." 222 King of shadows "Cooper, Susan" Penguin 2000 9780141307992 7-9 Nat joins a Shakespearean theatre troupe and is transported back in time to Shakespeare's Globe Theatre. 1085 King pig "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742834955 K-2 "King Pig had everything he could wish for except for one thing - being liked by his subjects and he just couldn't understand why not, no matter how hard he tried. The facial expressions and extra detail in the illustrations all provide added meaning." 22992 "King with dirty feet, The" "Clayton, Sally Pomme, & Sanderson, Rhiannon" Otter-Barry books 2018 9781910959237 K-2 "The king hasn't had a bath for a whole year. He is starting to smell! When he finally bathes in the river, he can't get his feet clean. Who can solve the problem of the king's dirty feet?" 12482 "King with horse's ears, The" "Maddern, Eric & Hess, Paul (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2003 9780711219571 K-2 "No-one knows about King Mark's ears except his barber who is sworn to secrecy. Keeping the secret drives the barber to the doctor who advises him to whisper the secret to the ground. But sooner or later, truth will come out." 2114 "King's fool, The" "Holohan, Amanda" ABC Books 2006 9780733318863 7-9 "Perry Brightfield discovers her true heritage as the saviour of a threatened fantasy realm, and is groomed for her role by becoming a court jester." 17499 "King's shopping, The" "Crebbin, June & Johnson Cadwell, Warwick (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844280902 3-4 "The King was at his counting house, counting his money. The Queen and the maid were going about their business too. Three stories based around the nursery rhyme, 'Sing a Song of Sixpence'." 12898 "Kingdom for a hat, A" "Heimann, Rolf & Spooner, John" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405494 5-6 "King Gregorius thinks he's the best king in the world, a great poet and very wise judge. But, his people are not as silly as he thinks they are. They bring about his downfall simply by following his orders. It all starts with a crazy-looking hat." Kingdom of silk series "Millard, Glenda & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9498 Kingdom of the sun: a book of the planets "Mitton, Jacqueline & Balit, Christina" Koala Books 2001 9780864613639 3-4 A colourful picture book that introduces the world of the planets with a useful facts section at the end of the book. 9385 "Kingfisher book of fairy tales, The" "French, Vivian" Walker Books 2001 9780744568974 3-4 "The classic fairytales retold using modern, colloquial language that is descriptive and interesting." Kingfisher young knowledge series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4068 Kip "Booth, Christina" Windy Hollow Books 2009 9781921136405 K-2 "Mrs Bea knows that Kip is special but, when he starts to crow, the neighbours certainly don't think so." 12409 Kipper's toybox "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1993 9780340580493 K-2 Someone or something has been nibbling a hole in Kipper's toybox. 12156 "Kiss for Little Bear, A" "Minarik, Else Holmelund & Sendak, Maurice (ill)" HarperTrophy 1984 9780064440509 K-2 Grandmother sends a kiss back to Little Bear as a thank you for her drawing. The kiss is passed from animal to animal with hilarious results before it finally makes it way to Little Bear. 15108 Kiss kiss "Wild, Margaret & Strevens-Marzo, Bridget (ill)" Little Hare Books 2003 9781877003516 K-2 "Little hippo is in such a rush to play, he forgets to kiss his mother goodbye. As he runs through the jungle, he sees his friends kissing their mums and feels the needs to find his own mum as soon as possible." 63500 "Kiss like this, A" "Anholt, Catherine & Laurence" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845078621 K-2 "The little lion cub loves lots of different types of kisses, except for one. Just as well daddy lion is there to rescue him and give him the right sort of kisses." 12843 "Kiss that missed, The" "Melling, David" Hodder & Stoughton 2004 9780340797181 K-2 The King blows his son a kiss but it misses. The kiss bounces out into the forest and a hapless knight is sent to retrieve it. Now the knight must find the royal kiss and survive whatever else he may encounter on his quest. 18339 Kisses for Daddy "Watts, Frances & Legge, David (ill)" Little Hare Books 2005 9781877003783 K-2 It is time for good night and bed but Baby Bear is grumbly and refuses to give Daddy a kiss. 9241 "Kite rider, The" "McCaughrean, Geraldine" Oxford University Press 2001 9780192718600 5-6 "Located in China in the period of the Mongols, this story follows Haoyou's intrepid adventures across oceans and the skies." Kitten club series "Mongredien, Sue" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 110129 Kitten's first full moon "Henkes, Kevin" Simon & Schuster 2006 9781416911098 K-2 Kitten sees the moon and thinks it's a bowl of milk. Her attempts to reach it prove disastrous. 6165 Kittens in the kitchen (Animal Ark 1) "Daniels, Lucy" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2006 9780340877036 5-6 "Set in the UK, Mandy helps her veterinarian parents after school. She must find suitable homes for the school cat's kittens." 17120 Knightley & son "Gavin, Rohan" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408838914 7-9 "Darkus Knightley's father was London's top private detective until he went into a coma four years ago. Now, he has woken up to discover his thirteen year old son has inherited the family talent. With a bestselling book seemingly making people do terrible things, and clues pointing to the involvement of a shadowy organisation known as the Combination, Alan needs the help of his tweed-wearing, brainiac son to investigate." Knights' tales series "Deary, Terry & Flook, Helen (ill)" 3-4 "Exciting, funny stories based on historical events. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 9388 "Knock, knock, who's there" "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2000 9781860399688 3-4 Little Frisky Mouse finds room for everyone in his house until Rumbling-Bumbling Bear comes along. Someone has stolen Hare's house and Hare can't find anyone to help him get it back. A children's classic. 22067 Know it all "Baines, Francesca (ed)" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405355339 7-9 "If you love facts, information, records and trivia, this book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know, with its lists of the weirdest beetles, the fastest jet aircraft, the scariest sharks, the least intelligent dinosaurs and much more." 7621 Knuffle bunny "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2004 9781844280599 K-2 "Trixie leaves her soft toy rabbit, Knuffle Bunny, at the laundromat and cannot tell her dad about it because she has not yet learnt to talk. After much searching, they find the treasure in one of the machines and Trixie utters her first words." 1220 Knuffle Bunny free "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2011 9781406336498 K-2 Trixie and Knuffle Bunny are on their first trip overseas. It becomes a disaster when Knuffle Bunny goes missing. 32261 Koala bare "French, Jackie & Shanks, Matt (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9781460751619 K-2 "For too long koalas have been called bears. But this koala is out to prove to the world that he is BARE! And that never, ever, ever can a koala be called a bear." 11349 Koala Lou "Fox, Mem & Lofts, Pamela (ill)" Penguin 2002 9780734304537 K-2 "Now that she has brothers and sisters, Koala Lou is worried that her mother won't have enough time to say, """"Koala Lou, I do love you""""." 17164 Koala sees the world "Winch, Gordon & Oliver, Tony (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2003 9780958146364 3-4 "Koala really wants to see the world and asks her friends where it is. Koala doesn't know if the world is Wombat's dark and gloomy burrow or the dangerous worlds of Crocodile, Python or maybe, of Man." 21919 Koalas "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031309 3-4 "Koalas may look cute and cuddly but lots of things about them are strange. They have two thumbs per hand, they rarely need to drink water and can survive on poisonous leaves." 91827 Kokoda track: 101 days "Macinnis, Peter" Black Dog Books 2007 9781876372965 7-9 "A fascinating account of the battle for the Kokoda Track in 1942 where 550 men of the 39th Militia Battalion slowed, and eventually stopped, the advance of 6000 experienced Japanese troops across the massive Owen Stanley Ranges." 127398 Kokoda: Teen edition "FitzSimons, Peter" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734417435 7-9 "Conditions on the track were hellish - rain was constant, the terrain close to impassable, food and ammunition supplies were practically non-existent and the men constantly battled malaria and dysentery, as well as the enemy. Kokoda was a defining battle for Australia, in which a small force of young, ill-equipped Australians engaged a highly experienced and hitherto unstoppable Japanese force on a narrow, precarious jungle track - and defeated them." 223 "Kon-Tiki expedition, The" "Heyerdahl, Thor" Simon & Schuster 1990 9780671726522 7-9 "The story of a four thousand, three hundred nautical mile expedition by raft across the Pacific Ocean." 12825 Kookaburra school "Morris, Jill & Gall, Heather (ill)" Great Glider Productions 2002 9780947304645 K-2 Kookaburra fledglings learn skills from a Wise Old Bird and discover how to share their territory with other animals and people. 5762 Kookaburras love to laugh "Bunting, Laura & Philip" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769660 K-2 "It is no laughing matter when you are the most serious bird in the borough. Kookaburras love to laugh. They laugh when it is sunny, or rainy, or windy. They laugh for no reason at all. When one serious kookaburra decides to flee the jokers, and goes to find a more suitable flock, he finds that perhaps he might just be in the right place after all." 21860 Kookoo Kookaburra "Dreise, Gregg" Magabala Books 2015 9781921248900 K-2 "Kookoo, a kind and well-loved kookaburra, is famous for entertaining the other bush creatures with his funny stories about them, without hurting their feelings. But, when Kookoo turns to teasing about his friends' differences, he alienates them until he finds himself alone and ignored. Kookoo is forced to remember his uncle's wise words and change his ways." 43417 "Kraken snores, The" "Landman, Tanya & Collins, Ross (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406307061 3-4 "The kraken, a giant squid from Norse mythology, is extremely tired and has swum from the warm waters of Bermuda to the colder waters of Britain for a long sleep. But, if it falls asleep beneath the British Isles, the bubbles from its snoring will thin the water and Britain and Europe will sink. Zeus needs William's help to wake the kraken before Europe disappears below the waves." 9254 "Kraken, The" "Crew, Gary & McBride, Marc (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401823 7-9 "Through his determination and imagination, Christopher, who is blind, defeats the Kraken, the beast of doubt, and helps his cynical sister who is unwilling to see how things can be." 9544 "Kuia and the spider, The" "Grace, Patricia" Penguin NZ 1983 9780140503876 3-4 In the corner of Kuia's kitchen lives a spider who makes webs while Kuia makes baskets and mats. They set out to prove which one is the best at weaving by letting the grandchildren decide. Kumiko series "Stewart, Briony" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9468 Kupi-kupi and the girl "Burton, Daphne Punytjina" Magabala Books 2000 9781875641536 3-4 "A traditional, oral story of the Areyonga community (text in English and Pitjantjatjara). A young girl who likes to chase the kupi-kupi (willy willy) is sucked up into one. She ends up captured by a wanampi (water snake). A daring rescue saves her." 17476 "Kurs of Atlantis, The" "Brooks, Karen R" Lothian Books 2004 9780734407269 7-9 "Caz and Simon are on a quest to find the lost city of Atlantis. They encounter many perils and adventures. When they think they have survived the very worst that could happen, they realise that an even greater danger awaits them." 38926 La la la: A story of hope "DiCamillo, Kate & Kim, Jaime (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406378009 K-2 "A little girl stands alone and sings, but there is no response. So, gathering her courage and curiosity, she skips out into the world, calling to the trees and the pond and the reeds. But will anyone sing back to her?" 49045 "Lab, The" "Heath, Jack" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330422314 7-9 "Agent Six, the strongest, fastest, most invincible agent in the Deck, is about to live his worst nightmare. Six is the product of an illegal genetic experiment of the Lab's some sixteen years ago. When the Deck begins investigating the Lab, he walks a tightrope between his two worlds. Life spirals out of control and leads to capture, possible torture and revelation." 12969 "Lacemaker and the Princess, The" "Bradley, Kimberley Brubaker" Simon & Schuster 2007 9781416925958 5-6 "Eleven year old Isabelle is a lacemaker like her mother and grandmother in the town of Versailles. It is the year 1789 and the eve of the French revolution. Isabelle is caught between being the Queen's daughter's companion, amid the luxury of the royal court, and having to earn a living lacemaking to keep her family alive." 2528 Lady Lollipop "King-Smith, Dick & Barton, Jill (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744578720 3-4 "Lollipop is no ordinary pig. According to her young owner, Johnny Skinner, she's the cleverest pig in the kingdom. When people stare into her eyes, it seems to change them for the better. But even Lollipop struggles to win over the spoilt princess." 9270 "Lady of Shalott, The" "Tennyson, Alfred Lord" Oxford University Press 1999 9780192723710 7-9 This poem inspired many great writers and artists. 918 Laika the astronaut "Davey, Owen" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743318935 3-4 "Laika is a stray dog on the streets, until she is chosen to be the first animal launched into space. If things go wrong, would she be lost or found." 224 "Lake at the end of the world, The" "MacDonald, Caroline" Penguin 1995 9780140379389 7-9 Two children are living in a community in an underground cave because The Counsellor has dropped toxic waste on the earth above. 1743 Lake Mungo: our story "Mitchell, J & McDougall, W" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359329 5-6 "The spectacular scenery around Lake Mungo, at Willandra Lakes Region in south-west NSW, is described and its problems such as soil erosion are discussed. Accompanied by beautiful black and white photography." 17466 Lake of the lost "Jones, Carol" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406460 5-6 Kimmi and Oliver are horrified when their parents make them move to a remote Pacific Island. Kimmi tries to stay out of trouble but trouble finds her. 3083 "Lamb-a-roo, The" "Kimpton, Diana & Beardshaw, Rosalind (ill)" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2007 9781862336575 K-2 The lost and lonely little lamb has been loved by a kangaroo but we wonder what will happen when the little lamb realises how different he is from his mum. 53670 Lame duck protest "Alexander, Goldie & Gaudion, Michele (ill)" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2009 9781921479137 K-2 "A family discovers an injured duck at the local reserve. In response to development plans to build a shopping centre in the reserve, local residents launch a protest to protect this natural environment, naming their protest for the lame duck who becomes the mascot for the demonstrations." 9506 Land of the snake people "Trezise, Percy" HarperCollins Australia 2001 9780207199066 3-4 "The story of the journey home of the three Kadimakara children continues, as they travel through the land of the Snake People with their new companion, Wongabel." 18096 Landscape with invisible hand "Anderson, M. T" Walker Books 2017 9780763699505 7-9 "When the vuvv first landed, it came as a surprise to aspiring artist Adam and the rest of planet Earth, but not necessarily an unwelcome one. Can it really be called an invasion when the vuvv generously offered free advanced technology and cures for every illness imaginable? As it turns out, yes. With his parents' jobs replaced by alien tech and no money for food, clean water, or the vuvv's miraculous medicine, Adam and his girlfriend, Chloe, have to get creative to survive. And since the vuvv crave anything they deem ""classic"" Earth culture (doo-wop music, still-life paintings of fruit, true love), recording 1950s-style dates for the vuvv to watch in a pay-per-minute format seems like a brilliant idea. But it's hard for Adam and Chloe to sell true love when they hate each other more with every passing episode. Soon enough, Adam must decide how far he's willing to go - and what he's willing to sacrifice - to give the vuvv what they want." 18477 "Lantern, The" "Crew, Gary & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2005 9780733613005 7-9 "Aidan's father goes missing at sea. Aidan lights a lantern every night to help his father home. In the light of the lantern, Aidan sees what has happened in the past and this gives him hope for his father." 5267 Lara of Newtown "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112325 3-4 "When Misty's elderly owner can no longer look after her, she is taken to a cat shelter to, hopefully, find a new, loving home. Taken as a Christmas present for two children and renamed Nigella, Misty's wish seems to have been granted but an unfortunate incident with a budgie means another, new home must be found. " 2932 "Last Anzac, The" "Winch, Gordon & Bailey, Harriet (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2015 9781925059298 K-2 "Alec Campbell was the last living Anzac. He enlisted at the age of sixteen and ended up in Gallipoli. Before Alec died in 2002, young James was lucky enough to meet him." 3529 "Last Anzacs: lest we forget, The" "Stephens, Tony & Siewat, Steven" Intl Specialised Book Services 2003 9781920731366 7-9 "The personal stories of the last eighteen surviving veterans of the Gallipoli campaign. Almost ninety years after the commencement of World War I, we still support a march in honour of the ANZACs and respect their spirit." 2547 "Last clown, The" "Thompson, Colin & Gamble, Penelope" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733608728 3-4 "An historical journey that starts from the time when circuses were a popular and common form of entertainment. Max, the last clown and Beryl, the aging elephant, no longer fit the expectations of modern audiences." 5330 "Last days of us, The" "Nicholas, Beck" Harlequin 2017 9781489220493 7-9 "Six months ago, Zoey's life went off the rails. After the tragic loss of her brother, she partied her way to oblivion, estranged her best friend, Cass, and pushed away her now ex, Finn. But when her destructive behaviour reaches dangerous heights, Zoey realises she needs to pull herself together and get her old life back, including her ex. There's just one complication: Finn is now dating Cass. Now, it's the last week of summer and Zoey, Cass and Finn are setting out on the road trip of a lifetime to see their favourite musician, Gray, perform live, joined by Finn's infuriatingly attractive bad-boy cousin Luc and his vibrant younger sister Jolie. Zoey thinks this is her chance to put things to rights and convince Finn they should get back together. But she wasn't counting on her friends' lingering resentment, Luc's disarming sincerity, and Jolie's infectious love for life to turn her plans upside down. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2740 "Last dragon charmer, The: Villian keeper" "McKay, Laurie" Harper 2015 9780062308443 5-6 "Nothing is more important than slaying a dragon.It will make Prince Caden's father proud, and grant him the title of Elite Paladin like his seven older brothers. But there is one big thing standing in Caden's way: he has been mysteriously transported from his home in the Great Winterlands of Razzon to Asheville, North Carolina-a land with no magic and no dragons. Or so he thinks. But what if Caden's destiny isn't to slay a dragon after all? " 11118 "Last king of Angkor Wat, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2014 9780670077151 3-4 "Tiger, Gibbon, Water Buffalo and Gecko are amongst the ruins of ancient Angkor Wat in Cambodia, wondering which of them would have made the best king. A mysterious visitor urges them to discover their true selves in a race to a distant hilltop." 15424 "Last muster, The" "Norrington, Leonie" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781862915787 7-9 "Shane's family lives on a remote station. Most of the Aboriginal people have been driven off but Red and her grandfather remain. All risk losing their homes when a big company wants to combine five stations. Strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 12978 "Last polar bear, The" "George, Jean Craighead & Minor, Wendell (ill)" HarperCollins US 2009 9780061240676 3-4 "Paddling through the Arctic Ocean in their kayaks, Tigluk and his aka, his grandmother, spot a polar bear cub on a faraway ice floe. He is all alone and has lost his mother. The world is warming and the ice is melting. Tigluk must save the polar bear." 2554 "Last refuge, The" "Bates, Dianne" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9780733603181 7-9 "A realistic and harrowing story of children's courage in the face of domestic violence, with a positive outcome.Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 225 "Last shot, The" "Baillie, Allan" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781862913165 7-9 Steve is a brilliant basketball player with a conflict to solve involving family and his achievements. 7737 "Last time we say goodbye, The" "Hand, Cynthia" HarperCollins US 2015 9780732299002 7-9 "The last time Lex was happy, it was before. When her family was whole. and friends didn't look at her as if she might break down. Now, she's just the girl whose brother killed himself. Lex tries to block out the night Tyler died but regret and their last goodbye haunt her. As Lex learns to grieve and recover, she discovers that a ghost doesn't have to be real to keep you from moving on. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2002 Last tree in the city "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042218 3-4 "Edward's city is a place of concrete and cars, a world without colour. Every day, Edward takes himself to a part of the city that is different, to the last tree in the city. He is happy there until, one day, the tree is gone. Edward and his duck eventually figure out a unique way to make the city more beautiful than before." 8003 "Last tree, The" "Wilson, Mark" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409867 3-4 "A beautiful eucalyptus tree in an old-growth forest in south-eastern Australia has provided food and shelter for hundreds of years. As the forest begins to disappear, the old tree's existence is threatened." 4552 "Last viking returns, The" "Jorgensen, Norman" Fremantle Press 2014 9781925161151 3-4 "Josh is totally engrossed in Vikings, even changing his name to Knut. However even Vikings would have their hands full with his twin siblings who seem to cause mayhem wherever they go. A trip to Viking World theme park provides opportunities for the twins to be their Viking berserker best, and for Josh/Knut to prove more than a match for any dangers ahead." 40989 "Last Viking, The" "Jorgensen, Norman " Fremantle Press 2011 9781921888106 3-4 "Josh is to stay with Nan and Pop, and he's worried because the last visit wasn't a complete success. However, Pop's book about Vikings inspires Josh and he becomes Knut, making weapons and armoury from cardboard for himself and his lively dog, Wolverine. By channelling his inner Viking, Josh is able to outwit some local bullies. " Laugh your head off series NEW 2019 Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12000 Laura's star "Baumgart, Klaus" Koala Books 1998 9780864611321 K-2 "Laura is often lonely and longs for a friend of her own. One night, Laura sees a falling star. She mends its broken tip and tenderly puts it on the pillow beside her. She tells it all her secrets and believes that she has found a friend at last." 14234 Laurinda "Pung, Alice" Black Inc 2014 9781863956925 7-9 "Laurinda is an exclusive school for girls. At its secret core is the Cabinet, a trio of girls who wield power over their classmates and some of their teachers. Entering this world of wealth and secrets is fifteen year old Lucy Lam, a scholarship girl, who has sharp eyes and a shaky sense of self. As she watches the Cabinet at work, and is courted by them, Lucy finds herself in a battle for her identity and integrity." "Laws of magic, The series" "Pryor, Michael" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5478 Lazy Dave Jarvis HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780062355980 K-2 "Dave is a dog. He loves to sleep all day long. Lilly thinks Dave is the laziest dog in the world. But, maybe, Dave isn't quite as lazy as Lilly thinks he is. Find out what Dave really does all day." 3632 "Lazy friend, The" "Badel, Ronan" Gecko Press 2014 9781927271414 K-2 "In a vast jungle, snake, bird and frog are playing cards in a tree. Above them, a sloth sleeps quietly, bothering no one. When the tree collapses to the ground, sloth is still clinging to a branch, even when it is loaded onto a truck. Snake slithers over to the truck and conceals himself. As the truck navigates the jungle, the log, the sloth and the snake dislodge and begin floating down the river. A wordless picture book." 4820 Leaf "Dieckmann, Sandra" Flying Eye Books 2017 9781911171317 3-4 "When a polar bear washes up on the edge of the wild wood, the other animals fear and avoid him. Then one day, they watch as he attempts something incredible..." 49233 Leaf "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741691160 K-2 "An almost wordless, picture book which tells the story of a happy little boy who hates having his hair groomed. A bird drops a seed into his unruly mop and soon, with the help of the sun and the rain, a seedling sprouts." 18698 Leaf litter "Tonkin, Rachel" Bandicoot Books 2001 9780207198229 5-6 "Leaves, twigs and bark collect on the ground in forests all over the world. We call it leaf litter but it isn't really rubbish at all. Superb, detailed illustrations explore what goes on in a small patch of leaf litter beneath one tree." 24078 "Leaky story, The " "Sillett, Devon & Tortop, Anil (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335392 K-2 "A book sits abandoned on a living room shelf. While the Blossburn family happily gets on with other things, like watching TV and playing video games. At last the book can't take it any longer. Slowly it starts to swell, then it starts to leak!" 15317 Leaving "Germein, Katrina & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Penguin 2003 9780143500490 K-2 Saying goodbye to friends is never easy but there is joy in the giving and receiving of presents that are truly loved. Richly illustrated with simple paintings that reflect the giving of gifts. 9936 Leaving home "Michael, Jan" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842707784 7-9 "Set in South Africa, orphaned Sam has to leave his affluent life in the city, his computer, his trendy clothing and his pride, to live with his aunt in a village at the back of beyond. He has to sleep on the floor in a one-roomed hut, sharing with his aunt and cousins. Sam must work out where he belongs." 2566 Leaving it to you "Orr, Wendy" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1992 9780207175923 7-9 "A story for more mature readers about the tentative friendship between Linda and old Mrs Pugh in the nursing home. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 23552 Lee Raven: boy thief "Corder, Zizou" Penguin 2008 9780141383644 7-9 "Lee Raven, boy thief, has stolen something he really didn't mean to. Now he faces a perilous flight through London and the murky sewers below as he tries to escape capture. Lee has stolen the Book of Nebo, a book that has existed for thousands of years and tells every story and legend known to man." 12622 Leeza van Breeza's best idea ever "Miesen, Christina" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305996 3-4 "When Miss Cherry tells everyone that their class project is to run a business, in pairs, Leeza is very excited and, immediately, she plans to pair up with her best friend, Teena Rafanella. But, to her horror, Leeza finds that she has to be business buddies with nerdy, hypochondriac Joolie." 66597 Leeza Van Breeza's nail-biting idea "Miesen, Christina" Penguin 2008 9780143303220 3-4 "Leeza van Breeza desperately wants to win a trophy for something. But, there's a problem, she isn't especially good at anything. When her mother asks her if she wants to win the world record for biting her nails, Leeza decides how she can get recognition. But, this idea gets her into all sorts of trouble." 16456 Left and right "Hendry, Lorna" Wild Dog Books 2017 9781742034430 5-6 "Left and right are all around us. From our hands and feet to our eyes and ears, the notion of left and right is inescapable. Left and right control how we travel and play sport, and even how we eat. The vast extent of how this deceptively simple subject shapes our lives is revealed in the Left And Right book!" 15116 "Legend of Big Red, The" "Roy, James & Dale, Rae (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702235283 5-6 "Liam and Barney persuade their parents to let them camp out alone overnight to catch Big Red, the legendary giant cod rumoured to live in Bailey's Swamp. Darkness, strange noises and a thunderstorm test their determination and bravery." 18429 "Legend of Captain Crow's teeth, The" "Colfer, Eoin & McCoy, Glenn (ill)" Penguin 2006 9780141381305 3-4 "Marty is a nine year old boy and his brother, Will, likes to tell him scary stories. An imaginative and funny tale." 12336 "Legend of Lasseter's Reef, The" "Greenwood, Mark" University of Western Australia Press 2003 9781876268992 5-6 The legend of Harold Lasseter who found a fabulous reef of gold in the desert. Lasseter returned with six companions but he could not find the site again. Despite help from nomads he never makes it home. 5146 "Legend of Moondyne Joe, The" "Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921720123 3-4 "In 1853, Joseph Johns was transported from Wales to the British colony in Western Australia. Prison for Joe was never an option and he escaped often, leading the troopers on wild chases through the Moondyne Hills of Western Australia. He became known as Moondyne Joe and soon had a well-deserved reputation as an incredible escape artist, with his love for freedom and his daring exploits." 43454 "Legend of rock paper scissors, The" "Daywalt, Drew & Rex, Adam (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008252397 3-4 I hope you are wearing your battle pants! You've played the game. Now read the legend of the three great warriors who started it all! Rock Paper Scissors! 12454 "Legend of Spud Murphy, The" "Colfer, Eoin" Miramax Kids 2004 9780786855018 3-4 "Grown-ups think she's the kindly, old librarian but kids know the truth. Spud Murphy is really a gas-powered, gun-toting tyrant. Now Will and his older brother, Marty, have been ordered to spend their summer vacation in Spud's library." 6988 "Legend of the Golden Snail, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670073498 3-4 "Inspired by the tale of a magical Golden Snail banished to the ends of the earth by a Grand Enchanter, Wilbur sets out on a daring voyage to find the legendary snail and claim it as his own. Along the way, he encounters strange creatures and overcomes many challenges. What he finds is not quite what he imagined." Legends (including Anniversary & League of) series "Panckridge, Michael" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Legends of League series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 92094 Legends: battles and quests "Horowitz, Anthony" MacMillan 2010 9780330510165 7-9 "Some cultures believe there was a time when monsters and dragons roamed the earth and the gods walked among us. A time of blood, swords and furious battles, of legends, heroes, darkness and death, including human sacrifice. Myths and legends from around the world are told in gory and bloody detail." 63528 Legends: beasts and monsters "Horowitz, Anthony" MacMillan 2010 9780330510158 7-9 "In the cold, dead eyes of the Banshee, and the hissing, spitting fangs of the Gorgon, in the fiery breath of the dragon and the razor sharp claws of the Sphinx, there is a thirst for blood and a murderous hunger. But, it is a time of heroes and the teeth and claws of these beasts are no match for their lethal blades." 4687 Lenny & Lucy "Stead, Philip C & Stead, Erin E (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760292119 K-2 "Peter and his father are moving to a new house beyond the dark unfriendly woods. When they arrive, Peter wants to turn back. Fortunately, he has Harold, his dog, for company. Scared of the things hidden in the woods, Peter makes a tall pile of pillows. He stiches and sews. He pushes and pulls. He makes Lenny, Guardian of the Bridge, to protect him. Then, he makes Lucy, to keep Lennie company. Together, Lenny, Lucy, Peter and Harold discover that this new place isn't so scary after all." 27994 Leo da Vinci vs the ice-cream domination league "Pryor, Michael & Faber, Jules (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857988379 3-4 "Ten year old Leo is a boy with a wild imagination who invents things. He spends each afternoon with his robot, Isaac, and his pet pig, Ragnar. Together, they form Fixit International Inc, which wards off super villains and sends them to super villain prison. With the help of his newly acquired friend, outgoing, enthusiastic Mina, they defeat the evil Ice-cream Domination League." 24435 Leo the littlest seahorse "Wild, Margaret & Denton, Terry (ill)" Viking Children's 2010 9780670073559 K-2 "In the warm waters of the coral reef, one hundred and one baby seahorses learn the ways of the world. They curl around coral and flutter their fins, except Leo, the littlest seahorse, who is always a bit behind. But, when a hungry groper approaches, Leo proves that he, too, is capable of big things." 15353 Leonardo's dream "De Beer, Hans & Miller, Marisa (trans)" North South Books 2004 9780735819276 K-2 "Leonardo, the penguin, has a dream, he wants to fly. The other penguins laugh at him but Leonardo does not give up." 9202 Leopard trail "Laird, Elizabeth" Pan MacMillan 1999 9780330371483 7-9 " when his family moves to Africa, Tom has mixed emotions until he spots a regal leopard outside his house. He quickly joins his new friends as they try to save the animal from being shot." 5817 Lessons of a lac "Jenkins, Lynn & Lonergan, Kirrili (ill)" Exisle Publishing 2018 9781925335828 K-2 Loppy the LC has learned his whole life to look out for danger. Looking out for what can go wrong is all he knows - until Loppy meets Curly Calmster. Curly teaches Loppy that he doesn't have to look out for the everyday worst-case scenarios all the time. 9923 Let me whisper you my story "Simons, Moya" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732288587 7-9 "Rachel is German and Jewish. With the outbreak of World War II, her life is changed. The family is forced to move from their comfortable home into cramped housing and, when the Nazis arrive, they don't know what is to become of them. But, Rachel's father gives her instructions that save her life. He also tells her not to speak." 226 Let the balloon go "Southall, Ivan" Methuen 1967 9780749703998 7-9 John Sumner is a young boy crippled after contracting polio and growing up during World War I. He learns about taking risks and letting go to experience life. 22862 Let's count goats "Fox, Mem & Thomas, Jan (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670075058 K-2 "Come on a counting, rhyming adventure with chomping goats that increase in number throughout the book." 12096 Let's eat "Zamorano, Ana & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 2004 9781862912762 K-2 "Gazpacho, roast pollo, empanadas - a Spanish mother's lunchtime meal is not complete unless the whole family is together. One day, mum is the missing family member at lunchtime in this story of the daily life of a Spanish family." 2583 Let's get a pup "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2001 9780744575743 K-2 "Despite their unconventional clothing, tattoos and piercings, this family is very loving. Every member has a valued place. They choose Dave, the puppy, over a larger dog, Rosie. The family will have to leave Rosie at the rescue centre." 12066 "Let's go home, Little Bear" "Waddell, Martin & Firth, Barbara (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744581720 K-2 "Big Bear and Little Bear love to keep each other company. As the two bears return home from a long walk through the snowy woods, Little bear is having a wonderful time until he hears a noise that makes him shiver." 46414 Let's go to sleep "Wild, Margaret & Dawson, Michelle (ill)" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504440 K-2 Go on a journey around the world to visit baby animals as it is time to go to bed. 2587 Let's go visiting "Williams, Sue & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Working Title Press 2000 9781876288044 K-2 "Let's go visiting and see who's ready to play - one foal, two calves, three kittens, four piglets, five ducklings, and six puppies. Favourite animal babies in a counting adventure." Let's go wild series "Wilby, Sorrel & Pike, Michelle (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 43433 Let's investigate with Nate: The solar system "Ball, Nate & Hargis, Wes" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9780062357427 3-4 "Ever look up at the sky and wonder how many planets there are? Or want to know how many Earths could fit within the Sun? Take a ride 3.6 billion miles away to answer these questions and more while exploring the solar system with Nate and his team of adventurous scientists! Walk on the moon, fly with satellite, gaze at the comets, and discover why Pluto isn't a planet anymore!" 43450 Let's investigate with Nate: The water cycle "Ball, Nate & Hargis, Wes" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9780062357397 3-4 Ever wonder where water comes from and where it goes? Or why sometimes it rains and sometimes it snows? Then join Nate Ball and his crack team of curious scientists as they shrink down smaller than a raindrop to see firsthand what the water cycle is all about. It's the learning adventure of a lifetime! 4912 Letters to Leonardo "White, Dee" Walker Books 2009 9781921150883 7-9 "It's Matt's fifteenth birthday and he receives a card from his mother, whom he grew up believing to be dead. Feeling betrayed by both his parents, he begins writing letters to Leonardo da Vinci to help sort out the mess in his head. Through the connections he makes between his own life and that of Leonardo, Matt unravels the mystery and discovers his mother's secrets. Includes complex issues about mental health. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 43580 Letters to Santa "Daddo, Andrew & Pike, Michelle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741691252 3-4 "Santa is getting ready for his annual, big trip and animals from all over the world are writing to let him know what they hope to receive. Open the envelopes and read the letters from the furry, feathery and scaly writers." 4839 Liana's dance "Hawke, Rosanne " Rhiza Press 2017 9781925139907 7-9 "Sixteen-year-old Lianna Bedford lives in constant fear. Political tensions in Pakistan are rising. Terrorist attacks are becoming an everyday norm. As a Pakistani-Australian, she could be the next target. When her school friends are taken hostage by terrorists, Lianna's world disappears overnight. Alongside her music teacher, Mr Kimberley, she must journey through rural Pakistan in a bid to find them and bring them home. But Mr Kimberley has a secret, and to save him and her friends, Lianna must overcome her fears. And dance for her life. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 50474 Liar & spy "Stead, Rebecca" Text Publishing Co 2012 9780385737432 5-6 "George is having trouble with some boys at school, his dad has lost his job and so his mum has started working all the time. They had to sell their house and move into an apartment. But, moving into the apartment block does bring one good thing - Safer, an unusual boy who lives on the top floor. He runs a spy club and is determined to teach Georges everything he knows." 15425 Liar: the true story of David Mortimore Baxter "Tayleur, Karen" Black Dog Books 2007 9781921167737 5-6 David's exaggerations become lies that result in some complicated situations with his teacher and classmates. He almost learns his lesson. 26559 "Library book, The" "Chapin, Tom; Mark, Michael, & Groenink, Chuck" Simon & Schuster 2017 9781481460927 K-2 "How boring it is when it is raining on the weekend, there is nothing on television and dad is still asleep after a late night working. Well not really, when there is a visit to the library and the world comes to life with incredible characters and places, all just waiting to be picked up and read. Pinocchio, the Cat in the Hat, the Cheshire Cat, Babar, Madeline, Winnie the Pooh and many others make an appearance. The endpapers provide a musical rendition which can also be found with different illustrations at https://youtu.be/bxuPVpJRouQ. " 23361 Library Lily "Shields, Gillian & Chessa, Francesca (ill)" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2011 9781862338302 K-2 "Spring, summer, autumn, winter, morning, noon and night; Lily is always reading. The only adventures she's interested in are the ones inside her book and in her head. Then, one day, she meets Milly, who declares that she hates reading but loves to have real adventures. A bookworm and an adventurer seem worlds apart." 71774 Library lion "Knudsen, Michelle & Hawkes, Kevin (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406305678 K-2 "A lion suddenly appears in a public library, but its presence is unexpectedly tolerated by the busy staff, so long as no one breaks any library rules. The illustrations offer clues as to the lion's origins, not mentioned in the written text." 5239 Liccle Bit "Wheatle, Alex" Atom Publishing 2015 9780349001999 7-9 "Venetia King is the coolest girl at school. Too bad Lemar is the second shortest guy in his year. Everyone calls him Liccle Bit. Things aren't much better at home. His mum is permanently hassled, his sister a frustrated single mum and his dad moved out years ago. Liccle Bit wishes he could do something to make life better. Even a new phone would be good. When a gang war breaks out, Liccle Bit somehow finds himself running errands for Crongton's notorious gang leader. But, when he hears about a killing on the estate, Liccle is forced to question his choices. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 23248 Life according to Dani "Lagercrantz, Rose & Eriksson, Eva (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570713 3-4 "It's Dani's first summer vacation and the best ever. She is staying on an island with her best friend, Ella. Dad is still in hospital but he calls every day, and Ella and Dani stay busy building huts, fishing, exploring and swimming. But, when Dad turns up with his nurse, the visit is not what anyone had imagined." 9281 Life bytes "Evans, Alwyn (ed.)" Fremantle Press 2002 9781863683821 7-9 "A compilation of prize-winning stories from the annual """"Tim Winton Young Writers Competition""""." 9479 Life cycle of a pumpkin "Fridell, Ron & Walsh, Patricia" Heinemann 2002 9780431084619 3-4 An in-depth look at the life cycle of the familiar pumpkin with stages explained through simple text and stunning photography. An illustrated timeline on each page charts the lifespan of the pumpkin. 9480 Life cycle of a silkworm "Fridell, Ron & Walsh, Patricia" Heinemann 2002 9780431084633 3-4 An in-depth look at the life cycle of the silkworm with stages explained through simple text and stunning photography. An illustrated timeline charts the stages of development of the silkworm. 9481 Life cycle of a spider "Fridell, Ron & Walsh, Patricia" Heinemann 2002 9780431084657 3-4 An in-depth look at the life cycle of a spider with stages explained through simple text and stunning photography. An illustrated timeline on each page shows the development of the spider. Life cycles series "Callery, Sean" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15147 Life in a rockpool "Pyers, Greg" Echidna Books 2004 9781740707909 3-4 "A rockpool can be home for a whole community of living things. Find out how they survive and how they interact. Contains close-up photographs, illustrations and interesting facts." 5376 "Life of a teenage body-snatcher, The" "MacLeod, Doug" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143203919 7-9 "Thomas Timewell is sixteen, living in England in 1828, where body-snatching is rife, cut-throats are about and terrible novelists are absorbing the lives of wealthy women with nothing better to do. Contains some horror and mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 23691 LIFEL1K3 "Kristoff, Jay" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760295691 7-9 "On an island junkyard beneath a sky that glows with radiation, a deadly secret lies buried in the scrap. Seventeen-year-old Eve isn't looking for trouble--she's too busy looking over her shoulder. The robot gladiator she spent months building has been reduced to a smoking wreck, she's on the local gangster's wanted list, and the only thing keeping her grandpa alive is the money she just lost to the bookies. If she's ever had a worse day, Eve can't remember it. Her discovery of a handsome android named Ezekiel--called a ""Lifelike"" because they resemble humans--will bring her world crashing down and make her question whether her entire life is a lie. With her best friend Lemon Fresh and her robotic sidekick Cricket in tow, Eve will trek across deserts of glass, battle unkillable bots, and infiltrate towering megacities to save the ones she loves...and learn the truth about secrets of her past. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3391 Lifespan of starlight "Kalkipsakis, Thalia" Hardie Grant Egmont 2015 9781742978710 7-9 "In a world where everything is monitored and controlled, the ability to time travel intrigues three teenagers. As they experiment to enhance the ability within themselves, they discover a few limitations. They can only go into the future and then must return to exactly the same spot. Perfecting their skill places them and others in extreme danger, the least of which is being discovered by the authorities." 17038 Light horse boy "Wolfer, Dianne & Simmonds, Brian (ill)" Fremantle Press 2013 9781922089137 5-6 "In 1914, best mates, Jim and Charlie, abandon the Australian outback for the excitement and adventure of the war to end all wars. Jim is not quite old enough but he lies about his age. Jim and Charlie think joining the Light Horse Regiment is a bit of an adventure and that the war will be over in a few months. But, they quickly discover the brutal realities of life on the frontline." 958 "Light, The" "Oliver, Jo" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928413 K-2 "The darkness and howling of the wind as a storm develops, the lighthouse and the cottage warm and safe, lighting up the darkness. Then a knock at the cottage door." Lighthouse keeper's series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9600 "Lighthouse kids, The" "Chase, Diana" Fremantle Press 2003 9781863683463 5-6 "Ellie and Davey have lost their mother and have been sent to live with a grandfather. In his attic, they discover somethingthat beloged to their mother, This leads to an adventure, involving unscrupulous seal hunters and mysterious caves." 9599 "Lighthouse secret, The" "Garnsworthy, Penny" Word Weavers Press 2003 9781877073083 3-4 Jake and Sam venture behind the locked wooden door of the lighthouse to discover an old man involved in strange experiments. Things do not go as expected and no-one believes them because the lighthouse appears deserted. 11511 Lightning Jack "Millard, Glenda & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781741693911 3-4 "At the muster in the park, Sam Tully eyed the brumbies. As they galloped by, he saw one that stood apart. A stallion, black as midnight, with a jagged blaze on his brow. Lightning Jack is a gallant horse, a midnight horse, a horse in every dream." 9522 Lili backstage "Isadora, Rachel" Puffin UK 1999 9780698117938 3-4 Lili takes the reader on a behind-the-scenes tour of a ballet company preparing for an evening performance. 58837 Lilli and her shadow "Dudgeon, Pat & Laura & Gibbs, Tracey (ill) & Morgan, Sally (ed)" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696053 5-6 "Lilli's family is moving from the bush to the city and Lilli is sure she'll be horribly lonely. She'll miss the mangoes, she'll miss her cousins and, most of all, she'll miss her Nan. But, Nan sends a special friend south with Lilli, a secret Shadow to look after her. And, Lilli discovers life in the city isn't so bad after all." 43637 Lilli-Pilli the frog princess "Farrer, Vashti & Swan, Owen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741696202 K-2 "Lilli-Pilli is the loveliest of her royal siblings, albeit with frogs' legs. As with all fairytale princesses, the finding of a suitable husband for Lilli-Pilli is paramount for the King and Queen, and her supreme jumping skills don't hold much sway. Princess lessons in fencing, horse riding and ballroom dancing all come to nothing due to Lilli-Pilli's frogs' legs, with suitors falling by the wayside." 5040 Lilli-Pilli's sister "Branford, Anna & Catchlove, Linda (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781921977589 3-4 "Lilli-Pilli's mum is having a baby and she thinks it will be a girl, but all the other animals think it will be a boy. Could Lilli-Pilli be wrong." 2363 Lillipilly Hill "Spence, Eleanor" Text Publishing Co 2013 9781922147172 5-6 "At the end of the nineteenth century, Harriet Wilmot and her family have come to live in an inherited house in a New South Wales town. Despite the heat and unconventional schooling, Harriet is in awe of Australia and much prefers it to dreary old London. Not all the Wilmots agree. Harriet breaks rules and expectations in her efforts to convince her family to stay in this new and exciting land." 227 Lily and me "Aaron, Moses" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9780091830311 5-6 "Moses Aaron tells the story of how he met Lily, a cancer patient in the Children's Hospital, and how he told her stories throughout her treatment." 11914 Lily and the fairy house "Tanner, Jane" Penguin Books Australia 2012 9780670075102 K-2 "Lily knows that fairies live near the gum tree. She has created a fairy house and, now, Lily's preparing a fairy party." 2610 Lily and the wizard wackoo "Fitzpatrick, Judy & Hatcher, Don (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781862914377 3-4 "Princess Lily's magic is not quite accurate. Her spells produce snakes instead of cakes, so wizardly help is needed. Wackoo, the wizard, has his own plans but it is Lily's magic powers that rescue her sisters." 23610 Lily in the mirror "Hayes, Paula" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925163872 5-6 "Lily loves all things dark and mysterious. So, when she discovers a magic mirror in a locked room, it seems like a dream come true. With a new friend who needs her help and an older brother who needs to get a life, Lily will require all eleven fingers at her disposal, plus a hefty slice of Grandad's chocolate cake, to fix a long-forgotten mystery that's very close to home." Lily Quench series "Prior, Natalie Jane" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Lily the elf series "Branford, Anna & Coutts, Lisa (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 36917 Lily's wish "Pyett, Barbara & Geddes, Serena (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2011 9781921042829 3-4 "Lily has a special Christmas wish but only one person can deliver it. So, she writes him a letter. After all, Christmas is all about magic." 15117 Limpopo lullaby "Jolly, Jane & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Limelight Press 2004 9780957935266 3-4 "It rains and rains and the Limpopo River bursts its banks. Josette is forced to shelter with her children in a huge tree near their village. They cling for their lives and, on the fourth day, a miracle happens. Based on a real incident in Mozambique." 86575 Lin Yi's lantern "Williams, Brenda & Lacombe, Benjamin (ill)" Barefoot books 2009 9781846861475 K-2 "Tonight is the moon festival and Lin Yi wants nothing more than a red, rabbit lantern. But, first, he must buy the things his mother needs at the market." 5608 "Line up, please" "Ohmura, Tomoko" Gecko Press 2015 9781877579998 K-2 "Standing in a line can be dull but not when you mix together a tiger, a skunk, a frog, a sheep, a sloth and many other animals. I wonder where they're going." 5322 Lintang and the Forbidden Island "Moss, Tamara" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2018 9780143783459 7-9 "The time has come to visit the forbidden island of Allay. But first Lintang needs to find her captain, and it seems the only way to get to the Winda is to join - then escape - the Vierzan navy. Only then will Captain Shafira set sail for Allay, where the crew of the Winda must uncover what really happened to the country's missing ruler. When disaster strikes, and Lintang is separated from her captain again, she and her friends must sneak through the heart of Allay, battle terrifying new mythies and overcome Captain Shafira's enemies to return to where they belong. Lintang was left behind once. She won't let it happen again. " 35569 Lintang and the Pirate Queen "Moss, Tamara " Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143783435 7-9 "Lintang dreams of having adventures on the High Seas. When a deadly mythie attacks the same day the infamous Captain Shafira visits her island, Lintang gets her chance, defending her village with the bravery that earns her a place on the pirate queen's ship. But they've barely left the island when Lintang discovers her best friend, Bayani, has stowed away. Telling Captain Shafira means betraying her friend, but keeping Bayani's secret risks everything...including their lives." 8999 "Lion and the bird, The" "Dubuc, Marianne" Book Island 2015 9780994109873 K-2 "One autumn day, a lion finds a wounded bird in his garden. With the departure of the bird's flock, the lion decides that it's up to him to care for the bird. They become good friends. But, the following autumn, the bird departs with his flock and Lion wonders what will become of their friendship." 228 "Lion and the lamb, The" "Harlen, Jonathon" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733616518 7-9 "Themes of bullying and prejudice interweave in this story of gentle Hector and two neighbouring boys. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 59765 "Lion and the mouse, The" "Pinkney, Jerry (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406327595 3-4 "A stunning, wordless version of one of Aesop's best-loved fables about a mouse who inadvertently disturbs a lion, who lets the mouse go, and is later himself freed by the mouse from a poacher's trap. Its wealth of visual detail provides huge scope for the pages to be turned and the story retold over and over again." 4901 Lion drummer "Wang, Gabrielle & McLean, Andrew" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303138 5-6 "Lulu dreams that, one day, she will be the lion drummer in the Chinese dragon parade. But, through years of tradition, the drummer has always been a male and Lulu is told that girls cannot learn the drums." 6836 "Lion in Paris, A" "Alemagna, Beatrice" Tate Publishing 2014 9781849761710 3-4 "A lion has come to Paris to find a job, love and a future, having become bored with his African grasslands home. As he roams the rainy, grey streets, he becomes a little despondent at being ignored, no longer the king of all he sees. As the sun comes out, his spirits lift as the city shows him its sparkling best." 12276 "Lion in the meadow, A" "Mahy, Margaret" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1989 9780140506303 K-2 "Your mother does not believe that there is a lion in the meadow but, to keep you happy, she gives you a matchbox with a dragon in it to scare the lion away. But the lion is not imaginary, it is really there." 4114 "Lion inside, The" "Bright, Rachel & Field, Jim (ill)" Orchard Books 2015 9781408331590 K-2 "Poor little mouse cannot make himself heard in the jungle. He is trod on, sat on and worst of all forgotten. One night he realises what he needs is a roar, like Lion, who everyone knows who he is. Mouse decides to approach Lion for advice but he is in for a surprise." 4513 "Lion is a lion, A" "Dunbar, Polly" Walker Books 2018 9781406371536 K-2 "Is a lion still a lion if he wears a hat? And carries an umbrella, too? And is a lion still a lion if he says, ""Oh yes, lunch would be lovely, thank you."" And he asks you for a BITE?" 18621 "Lion sleeps tonight, The" "Solomon, Linda & Devries, Shane (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741698077 K-2 "In the jungle, the quiet jungle, the lion sleeps tonight. Hush my darling, don't fear my darling, the lion sleeps tonight. Sing and act out this well-known song." 47103 "Lion who wanted to love, The" "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Orchard Books 2009 9781860399138 K-2 "Now lions are usually fierce And lions are meant to be strong, But Leo just wanted to love everybody And play with his friends all day long!" 1092 Lion: A long way home "Brierley, Saroo" Penguin Books Australia 2013 9780143784760 5-6 "It is hard to imagine being lost and not finding your way home again. Saroo Brierley became lost on a train in India at the age of 4. Not knowing the name of his family or where he was from, he survived for weeks on the streets of Kolkata, before being taken into an orphanage and adopted by an Australian couple. This is the story of Saroo's journey to finding his way back home, through his memories, using a map of India and poring over satellite images on Google Earth. This incredible true story is about one man's journey back to India to see if he could find his mother. " Lionboy series "Corder, Zizou" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9225 Lionheart: a journey of the human spirit "Martin, Jesse" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781865085708 7-9 The inspirational sailing adventure of Jesse Martin's solo voyage around the world. 2455 Lisa absolutely loves art "Norsa, Sophie" New Frontier Publishing 2014 9781925059045 3-4 "Lisa's cat, Picasoo, gets lost within the paintings of an art gallery. Lisa traces his steps through the history of art, including Vincent van Gogh and Claude Monet." 230 Lisdalia "Caswell, Brian" Penguin 1995 9780702226670 7-9 "A companion story to Mike, Lisdalia tells her own story which focuses on her Italian family relationships, racism, bullying and rebellion." 3331 Lisette's Paris notebook "Bateson, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293635 7-9 "Lisette's gap year after high school begins with a three month trip to Paris. Lisette has never known her father who left before she was born, and knows how much her mother has done for her, so this trip is fulfilling one of her mother's dreams. But is it hers? Should she study art history as her mother wants, when vintage clothing is really her passion? Plus there is the hope that the city of love will weave its magic. When it does there are many hard decisions to make." 35789 Little ballet star "Geras, Adele & McNicholas, Shelagh (ill)" Orchard Books 2007 9781846166198 3-4 "It's Tilly's birthday and she is going to the theatre to see the ballet, Sleeping Beauty. It stars her Auntie Gina and Tilly is being taken backstage as a special treat. But, Auntie Gina has something even more exciting in store for Tilly." 12396 Little bat "Cox, Tania & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2000 9781876288099 K-2 Little bat has to be very brave. She's never flown before and everyone has to encourage her. 12158 Little Bear "Minarik, Else Holmelund & Sendak, Maurice (ill)" HarperTrophy 2003 9780064440042 K-2 "Mother and Little Bear speak to each other with gentle teasing. The book includes 'Birthday soup' in which Little Bear, fearing that his mother has forgotten his birthday, cooks for all his friends. Encourages independent reading." 94371 Little beauty "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2008 9781406308662 K-2 "Gorilla is lonely and is given a friend, a kitten called Beauty. They are very happy together until one night, enraged while watching the movie, 'King Kong', gorilla smashes the television. The two animals are in big trouble with the keepers who threaten to separate them." 33513 "Little bit, A" "Maniaty, Christine & Peter & Richards, Claire (ill)" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862918009 K-2 "Growing up can be pretty confusing. Sometimes, you're too short or too tall, too fast or too slow and you can feel happy or sad, clever or silly. Maybe, you're just all of these things a little bit of the time." 2352 Little Blue "Chapman, Gaye" Little Hare Books 2008 9781921049989 3-4 "A young boy discovers what appears to be a little, blue girl in the woods. He plays with her all day and then takes her home to his grandmother who is surprisingly thrilled to have her returned. This beautiful picture book reveals the secret behind the little blue girl." 2623 "Little blue parcel, The" "Spaulding, Norma & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781863888547 3-4 "The little blue parcel arrives at the house of the angry Mr Twistangle and his poor wife. A journey from isolation and unhappiness to warmth, togetherness, sharing and joy." 87481 "Little brainwaves investigate: animals, The" "Bingham, Caroline & Swerling, Lisa (ill) & Lazar, Ralph (ill)" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405351799 3-4 "Take a spectacular journey through the world of animals, from how animal families protect, teach and feed their young to the climbing habits of an orang-utan. Packed with brilliant photography, wonderfully wacky illustrations and amazing facts, discover everything you ever wanted to know about animals." 231 Little brother "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2004 9780143301745 5-6 "Vithy is in war-torn Cambodia searching for his only remaining family member, his older brother." 14359 Little brothers are "Norling, Beth" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143502111 K-2 "Little brothers can be tiny, cuddly, smelly and sad. They can be bouncy, lumpy, sticky and brave. Every little brother is different, but we love them all the same." 54033 Little cat and the big red bus "Godwin, Jane & Walker, Anna (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780670071722 K-2 "Cat has to catch the bus to school with her sister but her sister sits with her friends and Cat is left to sit alone. One day, when her sister is sick, Cat must catch the bus home on her own. She falls asleep and wakes up to find herself alone in the dark." 14959 "Little chef, big curse" "Cotton, Tilney" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742832692 5-6 "Eleven-year-old Matty desperately wants to be a famous chef and escape his horrible aunty. His opportunity comes when a grand cook-off is held, to see who can entice the finicky princess to eat. Unwittingly, the princess is the victim of an alien curse, designed to leave a foul taste in her mouth." 18324 "Little crooked house, The" "Wild, Margaret & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" ABC Books 2005 9780733315824 K-2 "The crooked little house moves from place to place with its inhabitants, trying to find the perfect place." 1145 "Little dinosaur, The" "Hoy, Catriona" Working Title Press 2012 9781921504396 K-2 "In a time before Australia existed, a little dinosaur with big eyes roamed the Antarctic forests, nibbling on cycads and ginkgoes. One day the little dinosaur fell and hurt her leg. She struggled to keep up with her herd. Time passed and the world changed, but the discovery of the little dinosaur's leg bone millions of years later, meant that she would not be forgotten." 4926 Little dog and the Christmas wish "Fenton, Corinne & Cowcher, Robin (ill)" Black Dog Books 2014 9781742032368 K-2 "Little Dog is left at home during a storm and, when thunder crashes, he escapes the backyard to find his best friend for comfort. It is Christmas Eve, the streets are busy and he soon loses his way." 37013 Little dog and the summer holiday "Fenton, Corinne & Cowcher, Robin (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925381160 K-2 The summer holidays stretch out forever. Little Dog and his family set off with their caravan. A delightful story about the way family holidays used to be. 46933 Little dolphin "Wilson, Mark" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081131 3-4 "When Little Dolphin is orphaned soon after birth, she is raised by other dolphins in the pod. As she grows she is taught to use the language of clicks and whistles that all dolphins use. When Little Dolphin learns that another dolphin is in danger, she has to use all her skills to try to save it." 16649 "Little dragon, The" "Fox, Mem & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670028740 K-2 "A tiny sneeze, a puff of smoke, a washing line and a major disaster." 9548 Little elephant's song "Hanel, Wolfram" North South Books 2000 9780735812987 3-4 A cute little African elephant learns many tricks but cannot trumpet. He will need this to survive. His mother believes he will trumpet when he is ready. 43520 Little elephants "Base, Graeme" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670076475 K-2 "The wheat is ripe but the harvester is broken and a plague of locusts is on the way. It looks as if Jim and his mother may lose the farm. But, when Jim show kindness to a stranger, their fortunes are set to change in the most surprising way imaginable." Little Else series "Hunt, Julie & Norling, Beth (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 10947 "Little engine that could, The" "Straw, Wendy" Brolly Books 2008 9781921346576 K-2 "With a little help from friends and a positive attitude, there is no problem which can't be solved." 1251 "Little eskimo, The" "Cali, Davide & Quarello, Maurizio A.C (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2013 9780987109958 3-4 "A young eskimo boy is asking the animals of the north about his future, will he become a great hunter. He asks the hare with big ears, the owl who can see from up high, and finishes with a great white moose in the middle of the great ice lake." 2321 Little fullas rap at the games "Prior, Chasity & McIntosh, Kelli & Hughes, Sharon" Indij Readers 2007 9780975686171 5-6 "A group of Aboriginal children rap and chant their way through a day at the Melbourne Commonwealth Games, and learn about their culture from their Elders." 50901 Little Fur: the legend begins "Carmody, Isobelle" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780143300724 5-6 "Little Fur is an elf troll who lives in a secret wilderness at the heart of a great human city. She is a healer of the environment and connected to the earth. One day, Crow tells of humans who are coming to burn the trees. To protect her home and her friends, Little Fur must venture into the dangerous human world." Little genius series "Lennard, Kate & Gulliksen, Eivind (ill)" 3-4 "Find out all sorts of interesting information about how your body works. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18672 Little home bird "Empson, Jo" Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846438905 K-2 "Little Bird loves everything about his home. He's surrounded by his favourite branch, his favourite food, his favourite view and his favourite music. He doesn't want to change, even when his brother tells him that they must." 12309 Little Humpty "Wild, Margaret & James Ann (ill)" Little Hare Books 2003 9781877003165 K-2 "Big Humpty and Little Humpty are a mother and baby camel who live in the desert. Then, the day comes when Little Humpty must have some friends of his own to play with, so they set off together to the Great Waterhole." 43478 Little i "Hall, Michael" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780062383006 K-2 "When Little i's dot falls off, rolls down a hill, over a cliff, and into the sea, Little i sets out on a journey to rescue it. With a playful focus on the alphabet, spelling, and simple punctuation, this charming and suspenseful quest story about letters, self-confidence, belonging, and growing up is a great choice for the classroom, library story-hours, and bedtime." 32467 Little koala lost "Kwaymullina, Blaze & Racklyeft, Jess (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991283 K-2 Little Koala is lost in the bush and he sets out to find a home. He asks so many creatures if he can live with them but they all have a reason why he can't. Koala is very sad until he finally gets accepted. 9238 "Little lower than the angels, A" "McCaughrean, Geraldine" Oxford University Press 1998 9780192717801 7-9 "Gabriel is apprenticed to a stonemason, a cruel master. When the opportunity presents itself, he runs away to join a troupe of travelling mystery players." 5461 Little lunch: Triple the games "Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781760650278 5-6 "This is what happened during Little Lunch: Tamara tried to find a new walking buddy for the school walkathon, Rory decided he was going to be Prime Minster of the whole country and the girls got into a big noisy argument and wound up locked inside the toilets. A lot can happen in fifteen minutes! " 13614 Little Manfred "Morpurgo, Michael & Foreman, Michael (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007339679 5-6 "Charley and her brother, Alex, are walking their dog, Manfred, on the beach when they meet two old men staring out to sea. They meet by chance and discover how the men are involved in their mother's past and where the name for their dog really came from." 19112 Little meerkat "Darlison, Aleesah & Melville, Shannon (ill)" Wombat Books 2014 9781921632822 K-2 Little meerkat may be tiny but he's also very brave. Perhaps a little too brave. 48275 Little Miss Muffet counts to ten "Chichester Clark, Emma " Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709559 K-2 "In the original nursery rhyme, the spider frightened Miss Muffet away. Well, not this time. The spider asks her to stay and, to be polite, she does. And then come the animals - two, three, four, five - bearing gifts, delicacies and decorations." 12132 Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School "Kirk, David" Callaway 2000 9780733613180 K-2 Little Miss Spider is off to her first day at Sunny Patch School and she is so excited. She gobbles her breakfast and runs all the way. But poor Little Miss Spider can't do the new lessons. She begins to doubt if there is anything she can do well. 54492 "Little mouse, the red ripe strawberry, and the big hungry bear, The " "Wood, Audrey & Wood, Don (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2006 9780859530125 K-2 "The little mouse will do anything to save his big, ripe strawberry from the big, hungry bear." 95343 "Little old man who looked up at the moon, The" "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670075812 K-2 "One evening, the little old man looked up at the moon and wondered whether the sky went on forever, where we come from and why we are here. The next morning, his wife put on her best bonnet and her red coat, and set off to find the answers." 9706 Little old Mrs Pepperpot "Proysen, Alf" Galaxy 2002 9780754061991 3-4 "Waking up one morning to find you've shrunk to the size of a tiny pepperpot isn't an ordinary, everyday event for most people but, then, Mrs Pepperpot is a very extraordinary person. Mrs Pepperpot is very small but very feisty." 15104 Little one step "James, Simon" Walker Books 2004 9781844284672 K-2 "When you're small, it can be hard to keep up, especially when you're lost and your legs feel all wobbly. One little duck learns that every journey begins, and ends, with one little step." 5606 "Little One-Inch: Other Japanese children's favourite stories, And" "Sakade, Florence & Kurosaki, Yoshisuke (ill)" Tuttle Publishing 2008 9780804850599 3-4 "This collection of ten short, easy to read Japanese folktales is filled with strange happenings and magic, thrilling adventures, funny discoveries, and valuable lessons. Through the pages ogres, dragons and gold magically appear. Good and bad do battle, some resorting to sneakiness, violence and deceit." 1211 "Little One: the story of a red-tailed monkey, The" "Litchfield, Katie Afrika" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030906 K-2 "When Kaitie was four years old, she travelled with her mother to Uganda, where her mum was to study chimpanzees. One day, a two-week old orphaned red-tailed monkey was bought to their sanctuary. As the adults were all busy working with other chimps, Kaitie was placed in charge of caring for the tiny monkey." 24023 Little paradise "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143011477 7-9 "In Melbourne, in 1943, Mirabel is seventeen. She's leaving school, designing drsses and falling in love. Then, fate intervenes, her forbidden affair is discovered and JJ is posted back to China where a civil war is raging. Despite all warnings, Mirabel sets off for Shanghai and travels through great danger to find her true love. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 17544 Little penguin: the life of Eudyptula Minor "Montano, Josie & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407887 3-4 "Eudyptula Minor is a little penguin, born with one tooth to parents who loved him. He stayed in their nest for ten weeks before he left home. We get to see how similar little penguin's daily habits are to human behaviour." Little people. big dreams series NEW SERIES 2019 Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 41719 "Little piece of ground, A" "Laird, Elizabeth" MacMillan 2003 9780330437431 7-9 "Karim and his seventeen year old brother, Jamal, live with their family in Ramallah, Palestine under Israeli military occupation. During the war, Karim meets Hopper, a teenager living in a refugee situation and, together, they fight to claim a little piece of ground for their sporting matches. Yet, even this is claimed by Israeli tanks and the boys experience a fight for their lives. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 12107 Little platypus "Hilton, Nette & Rycroft, Nina (ill)" Koala Books 2000 9780864612724 K-2 "When a little native animal hatches from an egg beside a river, he feels lonely. He doesn't know where he belongs. How can he find a friend who is just the same? Help Little Platypus discover who he really is." 2637 "Little prince, The" "de Saint-Exupery, Antoine" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261589 5-6 The whimsical story of an airman's discovery of a very appealing small boy from another planet in the desert. A thought-provoking allegory of the human condition that has become a classic. 48081 "Little prince, The" "Sfar, Joann & Ardizonne, Sarah (trans)" Walker Books 2010 9781406325447 5-6 "A stunning, graphic adaptation from Antoine de Saint-Exupery's classic children's book, Le Petit Prince, which tells the whimsical story of an airman's discovery of a very appealing, small boy from another planet. A thought-provoking allegory of the human condition." Little princesses series "Chase, Katie" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12302 Little red bear "Matthews, Penny & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045375 K-2 "When Hanna sees a little red bear sitting alone on a wall, she is sure someone has lost him. Hanna leaves the bear there but she can't stop thinking he may be lonely, cold or afraid of the dark. In the end, Hanna takes matters into her own hands." 33186 "Little red fish, The" "Yoo, Taeeun" Dial Books (Penguin) 2007 9780803731455 3-4 "Jeje and his pet fish have an adventure in the library, where his grandfather works as a librarian. Beautiful illustrations take us into the wonderful world of being lost in a book and the ways a visit to the library can enrich our lives." 25987 Little Red Train: busy day "Blathwayt, Benedict " Random House Children's Books 2008 9780091798727 K-2 "All aboard. The Little Red Train is in for a very busy day. There's post to deliver, rails and sleepers for the new track, a flock of sheep for Hilltop Farm, and lots of passengers for Barnacle Bay. Includes a diagram of how a steam engine works." Little Red Ute series "Lewis, Mitch & Ziersch, Nahum (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22106 "Little refugee, The" "Do, Anh & Do, Suzanne & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742378329 3-4 "The author and his family nearly didn't make it to Australia. They escaped from war-torn Vietnam in an overcrowded boat, surviving a dangerous journey, with murderous pirates and terrifying storms. Life in suburban Australia was also hard for a small boy with no English and funny lunches. But, there was a loving extended family, lots of friends and always something to laugh about." Little Rockets series Various 3-4 "Titles by different authors so similar to Aussie Nibbles, Bites etc." 35377 Little sisters are "Norling, Beth" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143501947 K-2 "Little sisters can be tiny, cuddly, smelly and sad. They can be bouncy, lumpy, sticky and brave. Every little sister is different, but we love them all the same." 5766 "Little stowaway, The" "Bennett, Vicki & Suwannakit, Tull (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742993072 K-2 "France, Winter 1918. The First World War is over. A brave and determined little French orphan Honore, wanders through the snow, cold and hungry and lost. When he stumbles on the Australian Flying Corps and meets airman, Tim Tovell, his life is changed forever. " 15318 Little Tawny "Dale, Kim" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407566 K-2 "From the author's true experience of raising a Tawny Frogmouth. Little Tawny, a baby frogmouth, falls out of the nest and can't fly back to her mother. She is rescued and teaches children and adults about respecting all creatures." 37979 Little tree "Long, Loren" Philomel Books 2015 9780399163975 K-2 "In the middle of a little forest lives a Little Tree who loves the splendid leaves that keep him cool in the heat of long summer days. When Autumn arrives, the other trees drop their leaves, facing the cold winter head on. But, year after year, Little Tree hugs his leaves as tightly as he can, although they are now brown and withered. As Little Tree sits in the shadow of the other trees, he remembers when they were all the same size. He knows he has an important decision to make." 67819 "Little tuatara, The" "Cunningham, Robin" HarperCollins NZ 2007 9781869505448 3-4 The tiny island off the coast of New Zealand where the little tuatara lives is a lonely windswept place. He makes friends with a petrel and they settle down and live in a burrow together. The petrel tells the tuatara about his ancient relatives the dinosaurs and the tuatara begins to realise how important he is. 12284 Little white dogs can't jump "Whatley, Bruce" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780207198830 K-2 "Smudge and his family have got a problem to solve. Smudge's legs are so short that he can't jump into the car. One child works out some very clever ways get Smudge into the car, but none of them work. Finally, Mum solves the problem." 3554 "Little white duck: Childhood in China, A" "Liu, Na & Martinez, Andres Vera (ill)" Graphic Universe 2012 9780716381150 7-9 "The world is changing for two girls in China is the 1970s. Da Qin and her sister live in the city of Wuhan with their parents. When their country's leader, Chairman Mao, dies, new opportunities begin to emerge. The sisters soon learn that their childhood will be much different than the upbringing their parents experienced. Eight short stories-based on the author's own life- give readers a unique look at what it was like to grow up in China during this important time in history." 7582 Little wing "Battersby, Katherine" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254000 K-2 "On the smallest island, in the tallest tree, lived the world's smartest animal. But, there are some things that even the world's smartest animal doesn't know." Little women series "Alcott, Louisa May" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 51430 "Little wooden horse, The" "Wilson, Mark" Windy Hollow Books 2010 9781921136535 5-6 "In eighteenth century London, two children, Elizabeth and Tom, are so hungry, they steal a loaf of bread from the bakery. They are caught and transported to Australia aboard a convict ship. Their time on board is harrowing and the voyage is certainly not smooth sailing. By the time they arrive in New South Wales, Tom is ill with fever and his fate unknown." 27465 Littledog "Germein, Katrina & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695526 3-4 Sam and his sister have a surprise visitor at their holiday shack. They think he's cuddly and playful but Dad is not so sure. 3939 "Littlest Bigfoot, The" "Weiner, Jennifer" Aladdin Publishing 2016 9781481470742 7-9 "How would it feel to find out that there was another world out there, a world beneath the world, hidden away like the secret caramel centre of a chocolate or a pearl tucked in an oyster's shell? A world where Alice could be accepted, even loved? To know that the world existed, but that she could never go there, that the doors would always be locked against her...Millie didn't want to think about it." 70549 "Littlest dinosaur and the naughty rock, The" "Reid, Camilla & Foreman Michael (ill)" Bloomsbury 2010 9781408802663 K-2 "The littlest dinosaur is in a bad mood. He sulks, shouts and throws his food on the ground. When he's sent to the naughty rock, he gets a bit of a surprise and some very helpful advice on how to handle his sulkiness." 32929 "Littlest dinosaur's big adventure, The" "Foreman, Michael" Bloomsbury 2009 9780747589839 K-2 "When the littlest dinosaur goes for a walk, he does not expect to find himself in the middle of a big, dark forest. Soon, he is very frightened. But, when he finds someone else who is afraid, the littlest dinosaur knows he has to be brave." "Littlest pirate series, The" "Clark, Sherryl & Jellett, Tom (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3776 "Littlest witch, The" "Allars, Martine" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330423571 5-6 "Thirteen year old triplets, Gwen, Nel and Rain discover that they are a witch, an elf and a vampire. Their lives take an extraordinary twist as they are thrown into another world in their quest to defeat Driath, the most evil witch of all." 51001 Lively Elizabeth "Bergman, Mara & Thomas, Cassia (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2010 9780340988046 K-2 "Lively Elizabeth is spirited, cheeky and very much a handful. Watch events unravel when Elizabeth, unwittingly, starts a chain reaction she can't control. " 2650 "Lives of Christopher Chant, The" "Jones, Diana Wynne" HarperCollins US 1998 9780688163655 7-9 "Christopher's destiny, by virtue of his possession of nine lives, is to be the next Chrestomanci, a position of awesome magical responsibility, but he rebels against it." 9227 Livewire investigates Aboriginal studies: traditional technologies "Cahir, Sandra" Cambridge University Press 2002 9780521526708 5-6 "In Indigenous peoples' culture, technology means making tools and other useful things from natural materials such as wood, stone and animals' skins. Find out about traditional technologies, thousands of years old, that are used for fishing, hunting and preparing food." 4409 Living on Hope Street "Divaroren, Demet" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760292096 7-9 "Living on Hope Street is a glimpse of modern day Australia through the lens of a single street and the families that make their lives along it. Kane will do everything he can to save his mother and his little brother Sam from the violence of his father, even if it means becoming a monster himself. Mrs Aslan will protect the boys no matter what, even though her own family is in pieces. Ada wants a family she can count on, while she faces new questions about herself. Mr Bailey is afraid of the refugees next door, but his worst fear will take another form. And Gugulethu is just trying to make a life away from terror. On this street, everyone comes from different places, but to find peace they will have to discover what unites them. A deeply moving, unflinching portrait of modern Australian suburban life. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Living with the land series Various 5-6 "This series is about living in the environment, with a special focus on the foods and medicines that are an integral part of the survival of indigenous peoples all around Australia. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 30678 Lizzie and Margaret Rose "Rushby, Pamela" Omnibus Books 2016 9781742991528 5-6 "In 1940, bombs are falling in London. Ten year old Margaret Rose survives a deadly raid but her family and home are destroyed. In faraway Townsville in Queensland, Margaret's aunt is ready to take her in but her cousin, Lizzie, is not so sure and certainly doesn't want to share her room. But, first, Margaret Rose must undertake a long and dangerous voyage to a strange country, also at war. She knows it's not going to be easy, and Lizzie's not about to make it any easier." 12462 Lizzie Nonsense "Ormerod, Jan" Little Hare Books 2004 9781877003592 K-2 "Lizzie Nonsense and her mother are left alone in the Australian bush while her father is away working. Despite the hard work and isolation, Lizzie, a playful and imaginative little girl, finds joy in everyday things." 51813 Lizzie's list "Walter, Nadine & Greban, Quentin" Myriad Books Limited 2004 9781905606276 K-2 "Lizzie loves making clothes for her friends and neighbours. Even some of the larger animals in the woods want Lizzie to make them some clothes and, with a little help, she can reach high enough to take their measurements." 18446 Lizzie's wish "Geras, Adele" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2004 9780746060308 5-6 "The story of a young girl in Victorian England who's mother, after her father's death, has remarried a gentleman disliked by Lizzie. She is sent to London to stay with her aunt and uncle during the lead-up to the birth of a sibling." 233 "Load of unicorn, The" "Harnett, Cynthia" Egmont Childrens 2001 9780749746964 7-9 "Bendy, whose family runs a scrivener's shop, solves the mystery when the master printer, William Caxton, fails to receive the paper shipped to him aboard the cargo ship, Madalena. A classic about the Caxton printing press." 2659 "Loaded dog, The" "Lawson, Henry & DePierre, Daniel (ill)" 2010 9781921378508 5-6 "Gold miners Andy, Dave and Jim are sinking a shaft at Stoney Creek. After a hard day's fishing, Andy and Dave decide that it would be easier to blow the fish out of the water...but their young dog becomes curious about their experiment, with explosive results!" 51865 Lobster boy "Philbrick, Rodman" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2008 9780746090824 7-9 "Skiff Beaman needs to fix his family's fishing boat but, to do this, he needs money. With his Dad spending his days on the TV couch since his mother died, Skiff decides that fishing for Bluefin tuna is his only solution." 8501 Locked out "Roberts, Renee & Maris, Sarah & Stewart, Tammie & Leffler, David (ill)" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064108 3-4 More of an after-school story than a school story. Three sisters believe they are locked out of home at three o'clock. A humorous look at a potentially disastrous dilemma. 53918 "Locket of dreams, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741662917 5-6 "Sophie falls asleep wearing a locket which belonged to her great-great-great-grandmother and is magically transported to 1858 to learn the truth about Charlotte Mackenzie, how she came to be in Australia and what happened to the family's priceless sapphire." Lockie Leonard series "Winton, Tim" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9212 "Lockie Leonard, human torpedo: the play" "Gibbs, Paige" Currency Press 1996 9780868194783 7-9 "When Lockie moves to a coastal town where his dad is the new police officer, he has trouble settling in. Live each agonising, embarrassing adolescent moment as he makes friends and has a torrid love affair with Vickie, prettiest girl in town." Lockwood & Co series "Stroud, Jonathan" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17639 Lofty's mission "Bell, Krista & Miller, David (ill)" Lothian Books 2008 9780734409812 3-4 "When Harley's dad takes his young pigeon, Lofty, to donate for the war effort, Harley cries, sure that he will never see Lofty again. Lofty is trained by army officers to carry important messages and flies hundreds of miles carrying messages from the field back to headquarters." Lola's toy box series "Parker, Danny & Shield, Guy (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22417 Lollylegs "Freeman, Pamela & Nest James, Rhian (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529078 3-4 "Laura's dad brings home a lamb to give to the school to raffle at the fete. Laura takes care of the lamb and calls him Lollylegs. At the end of the week, Laura can't bear to give the lamb away and determines to buy as many raffle tickets that she can. However, she has to work out how she can get enough money to buy lots of tickets." 27495 "Loneliness of distant beings, The" "Ling, Kate" "Little, Brown & Co" 2016 9781510200166 7-9 "Seren longs to have the sunshine on her skin. But, when you're floating through space at thousands of kilometres an hour, you have to accept there are things you cannot change. But, when Dom arrives in her life, he changes everything and, for a while, he becomes the Sun for her. Being with him flaunts every rule designed to keep their home in order but to lose him would be like losing herself. In the end, they must decide what is most important, loyalty to the only home they've ever known or to each other." 19278 "Lonely giant, The" "Ambrose, Sophie" Walker Books 2016 9781406361544 K-2 "The forest giant likes nothing better than smashing, bashing and pulling up trees. But, when all the birds and animals disappear, the giant is very sad and lonely. He misses the crackling warmth of a fire and the sweet songs of the birds. The lonely giant sets out to restore what used to be." 15122 Long live Princess Smartypants "Cole, Babette" Penguin 2004 9780141380339 3-4 "Princess Smartypants decides it would be lovely to have a baby but, when a twist of fate delivers her just what she's been hoping for, she soon realises that babies can be an awful lot of trouble." 30873 Long live us "Wignell, Edel & Allert, Peter (ill)" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2011 9781921479465 3-4 "Once upon a time, a Greedy Troll lived under a bridge and he was very hungry. When he hears trip-trap, trip-trap, he discovers the Three Bears on a quest to capture Goldilocks and bring her to justice. They persuade the Troll to wait for their return. More fairytale Goodies arrive, all chasing Baddies to bring them back for punishment." 11928 "Long red scarf, The" "Hilton, Nette & Power, Margaret (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1992 9781862911529 K-2 "Grandpa loves the long, woolly blue scarf that his friend, Jake, wears on their fishing trips. He asks Great Aunt Maude and Cousin Isabel to knit him one but they're too busy. In the end, Grandpa knits the scarf himself." 2667 "Long wait, The" "Wilson, Budge & Fernandes, Eugenie" "Stoddart Publishing, Stoddart Kids" 1997 9780773730212 K-2 "Deirdre does not have a sleek, velvet coat or a lean and graceful body. But to the Wilsons, she is a very special cat. Whenever they come home, she is always there waiting on the mat in the front hall. Until one day, a terrible thing happens." 40570 "Long walk to water, A" "Park, Linda Sue" Clarion Books 2012 9780702238703 5-6 "Based on a true story, this is a dual narrative about the harsh realities of life in Sudan. Nya's story relates to her daily struggle for water and survival. Salva's journey spans fifteen years after rebels attack his village and he is forced to flee into the bush to avoid being recruited. He joins hundreds of displaced people heading for a refugee camp in Ethiopia, all the while searching for his family." 12345 "Long walk, The" "Greenwood, Kerry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780733617669 7-9 "In 1931, a family's mother falls ill and their only hope is to reach their father working on the Great Ocean Road. The children set off on a long journey, with only a pram filled with their belongings, meeting all types of people on the way." 235 "Long way from Verona, A" "Gardam, Jane" Time Warner 2001 9780349114057 7-9 Jessica dreams of becoming a writer but the English private school that she attends does nothing to foster her talent. 9433 "Long, sticky walk, The" "Wignell, Edel" University of Western Australia Press 2003 9781876268817 3-4 "A story of country life in the late 1800s. Emily and her family live on a small farm in rural New South Wales. In 1886, after a terrible flood, the children and Mama are stranded with Papa working far away. Mother must find a way out for all of them." 18397 Long-Long's new year "Gower, Catherine & Zhihong, He (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845070786 3-4 Long-Long rides to town for the first time to help Grandpa sell his cabbages. Disaster strikes but resourceful Long-Long makes sure Grandpa gets plenty of customers. Detailed illustrations are painted on traditional yellow rice paper. 236 "Longest war, The" "Antle, Nancy" Penguin 1999 9780141303246 7-9 "Told from the perspective of the elder of two daughters, this novel deals with the emotional struggle of an ex-Vietnam War nurse, and the ongoing impact of the war on her family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Longman animal lifestyles series "Ballance, Alison" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Longman world of amphibians and reptiles series "Meadows, Graham & Vial, Claire" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Longman world of animals series "Meadows, Graham & Vial, Claire" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Longman world of invertebrates series "Meadows, Graham & Vial, Claire" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12896 Loni and the moon "Takac, Esther & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734403452 3-4 "One night, Loni is awoken by the biggest, roundest, yellowest moon. He climbs up the moonbeam in his pyjamas, for the moon has something wonderful to tell him. Loni discovers different ways of seeing." 4853 Look inside how computers work "Frith, Alex & Dickins, Rosie & King, Colin (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781409599043 3-4 "Find out what happens behind the screen, beneath the keyboard and inside the electronic 'brain' of a computer. Lift the flaps to find out." 50970 "Look out, Suzy Goose" "Horacek, Petr" Walker Books 2008 9781406307139 K-2 "Suzy Goose wanders through the wood, unaware that she is being followed by a hungry fox, who is followed by a hungry wolf, who is stalked by a hungry bear. Just as well a wise owl comes to the rescue." 63650 "Look see, look at me" "Norrington, Leonie & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758832 K-2 Rhyming text and flowing illustrations capture the exuberance of a little boy who feels so big at three. 2833 "Look, a book" "Gleeson, Libby & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Little Hare Books 2011 9781921541803 K-2 "In a dreary, underprivileged, contemporary world, two ragamuffins stumble across a book in the dust and their world begins to change. The familiar becomes fantastical, the mundane becomes magical and a fractured community finds a focus. " Looking after your pet series "Hibbert, Claire" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 237 Looking for Alibrandi "Marchetta, Melina" Penguin 2000 9780140293500 7-9 "Josephine, a second generation Australian from an Italian family, seeks to find her way during her HSC year. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9259 Looking for Atlantis "Thompson, Colin" Dragonfly Publishing 1997 9780679885474 5-6 "A young boy mourning his dead grandfather, a seafaring adventurer, tries to find Atlantis." 12077 Looking for crabs "Whatley, Bruce" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1999 9780207177712 K-2 A family goes to the beach to look for crabs. We can see where the crabs are hiding but the family in the book just can't seem to find them. 29190 Looking for yesterday "Jay, Alison " Old Barn Books 2017 9781910646212 3-4 "Boy doesn't see how tomorrow can be as good as yesterday and puts all his scientific knowledge to work to try to turn back time. Luckily, Grandad is on hand to show that every new day brings with it a chance of happiness." 4810 Looking up "Murphy, Sally" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164572 3-4 "Pete is hoping for a telescope. There's nothing he wants more for his birthday. But when the mysterious card arrives in the mail, what Pete wants is turned totally upside down." 1676 Loongie the greedy crocodile "Dann, Lucy & Kiefer & Houston, Bronwyn (ill)" Magabala Books 2008 9781921248542 3-4 Loongie is a saltwater crocodile who lives among the mangroves in the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia. Loongie has no friends and no-one goes near the creek when he's around. 18662 Loop "Caswell, Brian" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235894 7-9 "Sophisticated, simply well-written short stories that would appeal to both boys and girls dealing with mature themes including life choices, complex relationships and even time travel. Some strong language in context, may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2678 "Lorax, The" "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2004 9780007173112 3-4 Classic Dr Seuss rhyming book with an environmental message. The Lorax tries to warn the Once-ler of the dangers of destroying all of the truffula trees. 18521 Lord of the cranes "Chen, Kerstin" North South Books 2000 9780735816992 3-4 "Beautiful retelling of a Chinese tale. Tian, Lord of the Cranes, leaves his home on the top of the mountain to check whether people are being kind to one another." Lord of the rings series "Tolkien, J R R" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 30755 "Loser list, The" "Kowitt, H N" Scholastic US 2011 9780545240048 7-9 "Danny Shine is in year seven. He isn't the most popular guy at school but he manages to stay out of trouble. That is, until Danny discover his name is on the Loser List in the girls' bathroom. When he gets caught trying to cross his name off the loser, Danny is sent to detention. He thought he had problems before but detention places him in a whole new world of trouble." 18529 Lost and found "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2005 9780007150359 K-2 A young boy finds a penguin at his door. He doesn't know where it came from or who it belongs to. The penguin looks sad so the boy thinks he is lost and decides to help the penguin by rowing to the South Pole. 8855 Lost childhood: my life in a Japanese prison camp during WWII "Layson, Annelex Hofstra & Viola, Herman J" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303210 5-6 "When the Japanese invaded the Dutch East Indies, now Indonesia, four year old Annelex Hofstra was taken to a Japanese prison camp. Her carefree, comfortable world was turned upside down. Annelex describes her over three years in the camp, living in fear of punishment, starvation, infection and separation." 2326 "Lost girl, The" "Kwaymullina, Ambelin & Tobin, Leanne (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781921529634 3-4 "The little girl has lost her way, wandering away from the Mothers, the Aunties and the Grandmothers. Find out which animal will show her the way home." 18624 Lost property "Moloney, James" Penguin 2005 9780670029433 7-9 "Josh feels lost in his rapidly coming adult world. His family are haunted by the disappearance of his older brother, Michael. Josh's relationship with his girlfreind is full of teenage angst and tension. His holiday job in the lost property department with the philosophical Clive reveals that adult emotions are just as complex. Josh decides he must bring Michael home no matter what. Some strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20479 "Lost sapphire, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925324112 5-6 "Marli is staying with her dad in Melbourne, and missing her friends. Then she discovers a mystery- an abandoned mansion, Riversleigh, is to be returned to her family after many years. Marli sneaks into the locked garden to explore, and meets Luca, a boy who has his own connection to Riversleigh. In 1922, Violet is fifteen and lives at Riversleigh. Her life is filled with boating parties, picnics and extravagant balls. An army of servants looks after her family- including the young Russian chauffeur, Nikolai. Over one summer Violet must decide what is important to her." 36671 "Lost stars, The" "Cumming, Hannah" Child's Play International Ltd 2011 9781846434167 K-2 "The world is busy, bright and full of noise, powered by electricity. The stars are fed up and decide to take a holiday. No-one notices until the power fails and the search is on to find the missing stars." 2557 "Lost thing, The" "Tan, Shaun" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734403889 7-9 "An allegory of responsibility, conformity and courageous social isolation told with humour." 8449 "Lost treasure, The" "Stradling, Jan & Allen, Cassandra (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781921529085 3-4 "Pirate Ruby and Pirate Hamish are searching for a pirate stranded on an island, but they both have different reasons to find Pirate Jack." Lost world circus series "D'Ath, Justin" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 1638 Lots "Martin, Marc" Viking Children's 2016 9780670078943 5-6 "Come on a guided tour around the world and discover the many things that make each place unique. Sleepy sloths, colourful cows, prolific pastries, staggering skylines and teeming traffic; you'll be surprised what you find along the way. There' so much to discover, experience and learn from our planet." 6805 Lottery boy "Byrne, Michael" Walker Books 2015 9781406358292 5-6 "Since his mother's death, Bully has lost his old life. Living rough in London with his dog, Bully can't imagine his future. But, one day, Bully finds a winning lottery ticket in the last birthday card his Mum ever gave him. It suddenly offers such hope. If only he can get to his prize on time. But, life is not that simple. Bully's struggle to survive just got a whole lot harder. They're after him on the streets, everyone wants a piece of him." 3851 "Lotterys plus one, The" "Donoghue, Emma" MacMillan 2017 9781509803194 5-6 "Meet the Lotterys: a unique and diverse family featuring four parents, seven kids and five pets all living happily together in their big old house, Camelottery. Nine-year-old Sumac is the organizer of the family and is looking forward to a long summer of fun. But when their grumpy and intolerant grandad comes to stay, everything is turned upside down." Lottie Perkins series NEW 2019 "Nannestad, Katrina & Koji, Makoto (ill)" 3-4 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 2702 "Lottie project, The" "Wilson, Jacqueline & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" Corgi Books 2008 9780440868538 5-6 "Miss Beckworth insists on calling her by her proper name, Charlotte, and makes her sit next to Jamie Edwards, the most stuck-up, boring boy in the class. Now they have to do a project on Victorian times. Charlie learns a lot about friendship, teachers and how lucky she is not to be living in Victorian times." 13876 Louie the pirate chef "Mitchell, Simon & Wood, Ben (ill)" Working Title Press 2011 9781921504235 K-2 "Louie would rather be a chef than a pirate. When Captain Blackheart and his crew are busy raiding another pirate ship, Louie can only think about herb-crumbed fish fillets and lemon jelly cheesecake. No one is very impressed with Louie, until they find themselves deserted on an island with plenty of treasure but no food. " 17531 Louis beside himself "Fienberg, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379944 5-6 "When a burglar jumps through the kitchen window one night, Louis knows he should get him in a wrestling-hold while he has the advantage, but his heart is hammering and his legs feel like wobbly air. Louis Beside Himself is a hilarious and companionable story about losing your words, finding your courage and arm-wrestling your way out of big trouble." 23902 Louisa May Pickett's best show and tell ever "Clement, Rod " "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2008 9780207200281 3-4 "Louisa May Picket has only one talent, and that's for Show and Tell. But, at her new school, she can't take a trick in spite of her highly imaginative presentations. In the end, Louisa May presents just herself, with amazing results. " 18558 Louisa May Pickett: the most boring person in class "Clement, Rod" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780207200298 3-4 "At her old school, Louisa May Pickett was voted 'The Most Interesting Person' three years in a row for her show and tell objects. But, at her new school, the kids have some very interesting items of their own to show." 21450 Love from Grandma "Tanner, Jane" Viking Children's 2010 9780670074099 K-2 "When Emily and her family move, she has to leave her beloved grandma behind. Grandma gives her a strawberry plant to remind her of the fun they have together in the garden. While she waits for Grandma to visit, the strawberry plant grows and starts to flower and then fruit, until Grandma finally arrives, bringing the best present of all." 239 "Love me, love me not" "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1995 9780140368208 7-9 This is a collection of short stories about the ups and downs of adolescence. 13144 Love that dog "Creech, Sharon" Bloomsbury 2001 9780747556169 5-6 "Narrative poem about an endearingly unassuming, straight-talking boy who discovers the powers and pleasures of the poems studied at school with his teacher, Ms Stretchberry. He creates a poem about his new dog and writes to one of the poets." 5880 "Love that I have, The" "Moloney, James" HarperCollins Australia 2018 9781460754634 7-9 "Margot Baumann has left school to take up her sister's job in the mailroom of a large prison. But this is Germany in 1944, and the prison is Sachsenhausen concentration camp near Berlin. Margot is shielded from the camp's brutality as she has no contact with prisoners. But she does handle their mail and, when given a cigarette lighter and told to burn the letters, she is horrified by the callous act that she must carry out with her own hands. This is especially painful since her brother was taken prisoner at Stalingrad and her family have had no letters from him. So Margot steals a few letters, intending to send them in secret, only to find herself drawn to their heartrending words of hope, of despair, and of love. This is how Margot comes to know Dieter Kleinschmidt - through the beauty and the passion of his letters to his girlfriend. And since his girlfriend is also named Margot, it is like reading love letters written for her. " 37085 "Love, Aubrey" "LaFleur, Suzanne" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780141327129 7-9 "After her father and younger sister die in a car accident, Aubrey's mother can't cope and abandons her. Aubrey goes to live with her grandmother in Vermont and finds solace in gran's love. When her mother reappears, Aubrey must decide whether to return home or stay. Highly emotive, requiring a mature reader. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 15603 "Love, Simon/ Simon vs the homosapiens agenda" "Albertalli, Becky " Penguin 2018 9780241330135 7-9 "16year-old and not-so-openly gay Simon Spier prefers to save his drama for the school musical. But when an email falls into the wrong hands, his secret is at risk of being thrust into the spotlight. Now Simon is actually being blackmailed: if he doesn't play wingman for class clown Martin, his sexual identity will become everyone's business. Worse, the privacy of Blue, the pen name of the boy he's been emailing, will be compromised. With some messy dynamics emerging in his once tight-knit group of friends, and his email correspondence with Blue growing more flirtatious every day, Simon's junior year has suddenly gotten all kinds of complicated. Now, change-averse Simon has to find a way to step out of his comfort zone before he's pushed out - without alienating his friends, compromising himself, or fumbling a shot at happiness with the most confusing, adorable guy he's never met. Also published under the title ""Simon vs the homosapiens agenda"". " 22783 "Love, Splat" "Scotton, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2008 9780060831578 K-2 "It's Valentines Day. Splat has a crush on Kitten but, whenever they meet, she pulls his ears, ties his tail and calls him smelly. His classmate, Spike, who has his own crush on Kitten, does his best to convince Splat that Kitten doesn't return his affections. Fortunately, Kitten knows that, when it comes to Valentine's Day cards, bigger isn't always better." 23781 Loveability: An empowered girls guide to dating and relationships "Miller, Dannielle & Funnell, Nina" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2014 9780732296469 7-9 "Not into you? Too into you? What happens when feelings aren't mutual? When to stay and when to go? Can't handle the heartbreak? Or maybe just sick of being single? In this guide, Dannielle Miller and Nina Funnell will help you navigate your way through the often complex world of relationships. Their combination of professional expertise and personal stories delivers a book that is like the best chat you could ever have with your friends, filled with good advice that is smart, but also warm, funny and never judgemental. And determine your love-ability with the help of quizzes, Q&As, compatibility tests and true love checklist. " 4643 Lovely old lion "Jarman, Julia & Varley, Susan (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2015 9781467793100 K-2 "Lenny the lion loves his grandpa, King Lion. But, when King Lion starts to forget things, Lenny begins to worry. He can't understand why grandpa keeps getting muddled and doesn't want to play any more. Lenny doesn't know what to do but, with a little help from grandpa's old friends, perhaps he can find a way to help him remember." 7342 Loving Richard Feynman "Tangey, Penny" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237256 7-9 "Richard Feynman was a Nobel Prize-winning physicist. Catherine is a science-loving, fifteen year old, just trying to survive school. When Catherine's father gives her a photo of the gifted scientist, she develops a crush on him. Eventually, Catherine has to deal with betrayal by both her father and her idol. Some teenage drinking and strong language, used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 2304 Loyal creatures "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin 2014 9780670077427 7-9 "They were loyal creatures, the men and horses of the Australian Light Horse. But war doesn't always pay heed to loyalty. This is the powerful story of a young man's journey towards his own kind of bravery." 37856 Lu-Lu's wish "Zurbo, Matt" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410177 K-2 "This is the story of Lu-Lu who wants to do something specially creative in the world. But, no matter how hard she tries, she seems to find that being special is not for her. She finds an ordinary stone in the creek which becomes very special and it turns into a love heart which she wears with pride. " 835 Lucas and Jack "Royce, Ellie & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2014 9781921504662 K-2 "Every week Lucas' mum visits Great Grandpop at the nursing home. And every week Lucas waits for her outside. Waiting is boring, until Lucas meets Jack." 32359 "Luck of the buttons, The" "Ylvisaker, Anne" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763650667 5-6 "Twelve year old Tugs Button lives in a small town in USA in 1929. Her eccentric family hasn't known much luck over the years and Tugs vows to turn that around, When she befriends popular Aggie Millhouse, wins a new camera and stumbles into a mystery only she can solve, things begin to change. It just may be that being a Button is precisely what one funny, spirited, and observant young heroine decides to make of it." 9523 Lucky lad "Leeson, Robert" Walker Books 1999 9780744569070 3-4 "Lad is the hero of a hundred tales from many countries rolled into one. He is determined, quick-witted and brave, as well as lucky. His adventures are exciting and magical, and sometimes very funny." 4455 Lucky Thamu "Kickett-Tucker, Cheryl & Tucker, Jaylon & Gibbs, Tracey (ill)" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925161304 5-6 "These school holidays, Eli is going by himself to visit his much-loved Thamu (grandfather), who lives near the goldfields. They're going camping and prospecting, and Eli will listen to Thamu's stories and learn about country. But, when they camp to speck for gold, Eli seems more interested in chasing a white rabbit." 43473 Lucy "Cecil, Randy" Candlewick Press 2016 9780763668082 3-4 "Lucy is a small dog without a home. She had one once, but she remembers it only in her dreams. Eleanor is a little girl who looks forward to feeding the stray dog that appears faithfully beneath her window each day. Eleanor's father is a juggler with stage fright. The overlapping stories of three delightful characters, offering a slightly different perspective each time, come together in a truly original, book for dog (and underdog) lovers of all ages." 23490 Lucy and the dragonfly "Papinaeu, Lucie & Hamel, Caroline (ill)" Auzou US Publishing 2018 9782733856208 K-2 "Lucy is a little girl who has a close relationship with nature. She loves to play in the fields of flowers. And when she sings, the brook by her house sings with her. But when fall comes, and the leaves are covered with dark spots instead of bright colours, Lucy knows that something is wrong. Will her friend, the dragonfly, be able to help?" 3049 Lucy Goosey "Wild, Margaret & James, Ann (ill)" Little Hare Books 2007 9781921049873 K-2 "It's time for young Lucy Goosey's flock to migrate but she is reluctant to commit to the dangerous journey into the unknown. Lucy hides and then assumes she has been abandoned by her mother. But, Mother has stayed behind and she and Lucy make a pact to always be there for each other." 240 Lucy in the leap year "Wheatley, Nadia & Searle, Ken (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1994 9781862912458 5-6 Lucy's whole world is her home and her father and their life together. 29475 Lucy the good "Musgrove, Marianne & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662955 5-6 "Lucy van Loon knows she's a good girl. She wonders why she's always sitting on the Time Out chair. After all, she had a good reason for tipping Jacinta's pencils all over the floor and for shrieking when her grumpy aunt called her a greedy liar. Her aunt has brought something from Holland that Lucy wishes she'd never seen. Now, she has to figure out how to avoid it, and fast. It's time to prove she really is Lucy the Good." 32726 Lucy the lie detector "Musgrove, Marianne & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781741664553 5-6 " Lucy is off on her adventures again, with friends, enemies and lots of accidents and Funniest Home Video moments." 46537 Lucy Zeezou's glamour game "Deep-Jones, Liz" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719734 7-9 "Not all is froth and bubble in Lucy's celebrity world. Her parents are on the verge of breaking up over some earth-shattering rumours and Lucy must come to terms with their fallibility and her own. Lucy juggles the cat walk, the soccer pitch, the high life and the good life as she learns the value of relationships." 49022 Lucy Zeezou's goal "Deep-Jones, Liz" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662771 7-9 "Lucy appears to have everything, looks, brains, her parents are an international sports star and owners of a successful fashion label. All they want is for her to be a top fashion model, even more successful than her mother. But Lucy has the soccer gene and all she wants is to be as successful as her father who plays for Milan." 3056 Lucy's book "Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Lothian Books 2017 9780734416599 K-2 "Lucy loves to read, but there is one special book that she borrows from the library over and over again. The book is shared with her friends, dropped in the ocean, flown to China and even made into a banana sandwich. When her favourite book goes missing, Lucy, her friends and family go on a mission to find her a copy." 31235 Lucy's cat and the rainbow birds "Hill, Anthony & Tanner, Jane (ill)" Penguin 2007 9780670029167 3-4 "Like many of us, Lucy has a problem keeping a domestic pet while protecting wildlife. She works hard to find a solution that works in her situation. I wonder if Lucy should do more to protect the beautiful rainbow birds." 5307 Lucy's dawn "Blair, Juliet" National Library of Australia 2018 9780642279170 7-9 "Fourteen-year-old Lucy cannot believe her luck when she starts working in Louisa Lawson's female printery. But it is the 1880s and male printers everywhere think this type of work should be left to the men. When the union too decides to make life difficult for Lucy and her printer friends, Lucy knows she has many battles ahead. Along the way she will realise who her real friends are, and find first love." 42441 Lugalbanda: the boy who got caught up in a war "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2007 9781406305340 3-4 "The land we now call Iraq is older than the Bible, the Koran or the Torah, and before the time of Roman and Greek myths and legends. Lugalbanda is on his way to war with his older brothers when he becomes separated. He meets the goddess, Inana, and the magical Anzu bird that give him special powers. He uses his new powers to help resolve the war peacefully and become a great ruler." 15032 Luke and Lulu "Dawe, Bruce & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" Penguin 2004 9780143301417 3-4 A new pet dog creates problems for Luke. He has to take her to puppy school but she's still not ready to behave. 2722 Luke's way of looking "Wheatley, Nadia & Ottley, Matt" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733614378 5-6 "All the boys in Luke's art class see things the same way, except for Luke. When Luke visits an art gallery, he sees some amazing paintings and, whoever created them, sees things just the way Luke does. Luke feels as though he fits in." 131044 Lulie the Iceberg "Takamado HIH Princess & Aska, Warabe (Ill)" Kodansha International 1998 9781568362724 3-4 "Lulie, a young iceberg, eagerly awaits his turn to break off from the Greenland Ice Sheet and experience the world. One day, he gets his wish and heads off on a wonderful adventure, showcasing respect for the environment and caring for others." 20286 Lullaby "Beckett, Bernard" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781922182753 7-9 "Following an accident, Rene's twin brother, Theo, lies unconscious, with massively disrupted brain function. An experimental procedure, risky, scientifically exciting and ethically questionable, could allow Theo to gain a new life. Only Rene can give the required consent. But, first, there is the question of Rene's capacity to make the decision and this is where the real story begins. Challenging read, usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 30843 Lulu and the brontosaurus "Viorst, Judith & Smith, Lane (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2010 9780857071477 3-4 "Lulu is used to getting exactly what she wants, every time. And, if she doesn't, Lulu screeches and screeches until her parents give in to her. However, Lulu's request for a pet brontosaurus for her birthday is beyond their means, and Lulu's desires are thwarted. When thirteen days of screeching fail to bring about the desired dinosaur, Lulu packs a suitcase and goes to find one herself." Lulu Baker trilogy series "Dunbar, Fiona" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Lulu Bell series "Murrell, Belinda & Geddes, Serena (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9427 Lulubelle and her bones "Farrer, Vashti" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045795 3-4 "Lulubelle doesn't even know she's a dog. Then she meets Bones, rescues him from a life of slavery and together they run away to London. Life on the road isn't easy but Lulubelle and Bones find friends in the strangest places." Lunar Chronicles series NEW 2019 "Meyer, Marissa" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function at the top of the screen." 113164 "Lurkers, The" "Butler, Charles" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2006 9780746070659 7-9 "A disturbing tale of strange and dangerous beings beyond the physical world. When fourteen year old Verity sees a weird, semi-visible figure, her brother tells her it is a harmless Lurker. But Lurkers feed on human imagination and this one is using her brother to become more solid and independent. Verity must fight to save her brother's mind." 15148 Luurnpa: the magical kingfisher "Napangarti, Bai Bai & Nicholls, Christine (ed)" Working Title Press 2003 9781876288242 K-2 A dreamtime narrative belonging to the Kukatja people of how Luurnpa rescues people from a drought and takes them to the country they now call home. Includes background notes and a map of the region. 241 Lyddie "Paterson, Katherine" Puffin USA 1995 9780140373899 7-9 Lyddie is a survivor of hard times in a nineteenth century American cotton mill. 45692 "Lying carpet, The" "Lucas, David" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842704417 5-6 "In an unused living room in a large house, there is a tiger rug on the floor, a statue of a little girl on the window sill and an armchair. The tiger cannot see anything except the skirting board and the chair can only look at the opposite wall. When the statue comes to life, the conversation that ensues is highly individual." 20235 Lyli meets the stone-muncher "Eimann, Celine" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2011 9781921479991 3-4 "Lyli lives in the distant planet of Motika, in a city surrounded by great crystal mountains. One day, her mother tells her about a great green stone-muncher who ate a path through the mountains. Lyli is curious and knows she should be afraid, but she sets out with her cat, Tyki, in search of the stone-muncher." 58758 Lyrebird "Kerin, Jackie & Gouldthorpe, Peter (ill)" Museum Victoria 2012 9781921833045 3-4 "When Edith met a cheeky young lyrebird on her garden path, she could not guess that he would one day be known as 'A Miracle of the Dandenongs'. Soon, James the lyrebird was singing and dancing for Edith, mimicking the birdsongs and other sounds that echoed through the bush. Word of their friendship spread and people travelled from near and far to film and record James. But with people came change." 39914 M is for mates: animals in wartime from Ajax to Zep Department of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial Dept of Veterans' Affairs & Australian War Memorial 2009 9781877007392 5-6 "Without the service of animals, many more Australians would have lost their lives during wartime. This intriguing book presents information about food, equipment, battle environments, war propaganda, uniforms, symbols and transport. Filled with authentic photos, wartime anecdotes and strange but true facts." 31810 M is for mutiny: History by alphabet "Dickson, John & Emmerichs, Bern (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2017 9780994384119 5-6 "A taste of the intriguing history of Australia and the many entry points for readers to explore further. In the late 18th century, ragtag groups of Europeans started to arrive in Australia. Most were convicts, some were soldiers, a few had just run out of choices. They blundered onto an ancient land that had been peopled for 60,000 years. They wanted to make it just like home. They cleared the land, they fenced it, they paved it, and they put buildings on it. All the while, the country's first peoples watched on, bewildered by these clumsy immigrants and their mysterious ways. Why did Sir Joseph Banks hate bananas? Did anyone like William Bligh? Who's afraid of Pemulwuy?" 1188 Mabel and me "Sperring, Mark & Warburton, Sarah (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007468362 3-4 Mabel and Me discover what makes them the best of friends after a walk together and encounters with a ballerina and a French photographer. 9554 Mabel dancing "Hest, Amy" Walker Books 2001 9780744578898 3-4 "Mabel is put to bed before the dancing party that her parents are having, but the music creeps up the stairs and before long Mabel is dancing too." 7699 Mac Slater cool hunter: I love NY "Bancks, Tristan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663006 7-9 "Mac has become a coolhunter for a popular webspace and won an all-expenses-paid trip to New York. His job is to find the Next Big Thing or be sent home. Mac gets taken to The Hive, where innovative kids are creating things way more cutting edge than anything you can buy. And, they're about to test an invention that could change the world. Mac has found the coolest thing in NYC but he's not allowed to tell a soul." 36937 Mac Slater cool hunter: rules of cool "Bancks, Tristan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662993 7-9 "Mac's just crashed the latest prototype of his flying bike in front of the whole school. So, when the creators of Coolhunters tell him he's an Innovator, Mac thinks they're crazy. He lives in an old bus and doesn't have a TV, let alone a mobile. But, Tony and Speed suggest he compete to become the Australian coolhunter. But, hunting cool isn't easy and Mac's opponent will do just about anything to get the gig." 18704 Macbeth and son "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2006 9780207200342 7-9 "Luke lives in Australia with his mother and stepfather, Sam. Lulach lives in 9th century Scotland with his mother and stepfather, Macbeth. Knowing Macbeth to be a peaceful king, Luke wonders why Shakespeare made him a villain." 53216 "Macbeth, you idiot" "Henderson, Don" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304289 5-6 "Andy Macbeth doesn't mean to be a terrible person but his three spooky aunts have predicted great things for him on the school soccer team. So, when the gorgeous Fifi L'Amour starts to take an interest in him and suggests an easy way to ridicule the coach and take his place, it just might all be too hard to resist." 5553 Macca the alpaca "Cosgrove, Matt" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743816332 K-2 "Macca the Alpaca is small, kind and friendly. His days are easy and carefree until he accidentally bumps head-first into Harmer the llama. Harmer is big, unkind and never, ever friendly...Can little Macca find a way to teach Harmer a lesson he'll never forget? " 242 "Machine gunners, The" "Westall, Robert" Pan Macmillan London 2001 9780330397858 7-9 "Chas finds a crashed German bomber plane with a machine gun intact. During 1941, he and his friends believe that they can help the war effort in England." 36089 Machino supremo "Brian, Janeen & Carthew, Mark & Veeken, John (ill)" Celapene Press 2009 9780980699401 3-4 "Machines clank, rattle, whine, whoosh, whiz, thump and grind. In these quirky poems, find your favourite machine and solve the puzzle with a clue in each illustration." 26536 Mad about dinosaurs "Andreae, Giles & Wojtawycz (ill)" Orchard Books 2004 9781408337103 K-2 "Some of them have huge long necks And some have giant jaws, So come into the swampland And let's meet the dinosaurs!" 6798 Mad magpie "Dreise, Gregg" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360066 K-2 "The cheeky butcher birds always tease Guluu and he's becoming a very mad magpie. When Guluu heeds the advice of his Elders and ignores the birds, they just laugh at him. But, Guluu tries again and, this time, he stands proudly at the riverbank and remembers how he used to sing when he was having a bad day. Winner Book of the Year Award Speech Pathology Australia 2018 (Indigenous Children Category)" 243 Madame Doubtfire "Fine, Anne" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1996 9780140373554 7-9 An estranged father applies for the job of housekeeper to his children. 244 Maddie "Caswell, Brian" University of Queensland Press 1995 9780702227356 7-9 "Like Mike and Lisdalia, this book deals with the issues of adolescence with the added complication of living within two cultures. Maddie is a Vietnamese Australian." 9310 Maddie Finn "Disher, Garry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733612237 7-9 "Maddie and her mother are to be evicted from their home in the grounds of the Delamore's big house. Maddie and Delia Delamore take the dog for a walk. They enter an alley to find a gang of kidnappers waiting, with surprising results." 53078 Maddigan's quest "Mahy, Margaret" HarperCollins NZ 2006 9781869506025 5-6 "Garland Maddigan, twelve year old daughter of Fantasia's ringmaster, has made this trip before. The journey has frightening new challenges when three mysterious children join the travellers and sinister strangers follow them." 9430 Maddy in the middle "Bone, Ian" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914452 3-4 "Maddy doesn't have a special place in her family. She's not the youngest, or the oldest, or the cutest. She's just quiet little Maddy, lost in the middle of her big, boisterous family. But, Silky the cat knows how special she is." 1094 Made on Earth "Korn, Wolfgang" A & C Black 2012 9781408173916 5-6 "Follow the journey of a red jacket around the world, from being made to going in the rubbish, from the cells of a prison, to a boat floating in the ocean, connecting many people." 41496 Madeline Finn and the library dog "Papp, Lisa" Old Barn Books 2017 9781910646328 K-2 "Madeline Finn does not like to read. Not books. Not magazines. Not even the menu on the ice cream van. Fortunately, Madeline Finn meets Bonnie, a library dog. Reading out to Bonnie isn't so bad. When Madeline Finn gets stuck, Bonnie doesn't mind. As it turns out, it's fun to read when you're not afraid of making mistakes. Bonnie teaches Madeline Finn that it's okay to go slow, to keep trying, and to get support from a friend." Madeline series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17414 Madeline the mermaid "Fienberg, Anna & James, Ann (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742372280 3-4 "Madeline, a friendly and caring mermaid, risks her life to stop an outbreak of magical war in the ocean's depths." 15123 Madlenka "Sis, Peter" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865082936 K-2 "Madlenka has exciting news to share with her friends and neighbours. Set in Paris, Madlenka travels the neighbourhood which is rich in cultural diversity." 6629 Magenta McPhee "Bateson, Catherine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664089 5-6 "Magenta is worried her about her dad. He hasn't moved on since the divorce. Magenta is trying to write her fantasy trilogy but, since she registered her father on an internet dating site, she has to spend time pretending to be him and replying to the emails he doesn't know he is receiving. Now, someone wants to meet him." 7615 Magic beach "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1992 9781741144888 K-2 "On Magic Beach, children do all their favourite things, jumping waves, building sandcastles, beachcombing, exploring rock-pools and enjoying a fantasy world of white horses, dragons, pirates, sharks and smugglers." 11997 "Magic donkey ride, The" "Andreae, Giles & Cabban, Vanessa (ill)" Orchard Books 2002 9781841219240 K-2 "Treacle is a donkey who lives on a farm and is close friends with Flinny. One night, Flinny discovers that Treacle is no ordinary donkey." 22563 "Magic fair, The" "Morgan, Sally & Gibbs, Tracey (ill)" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696121 5-6 "The magic fair has a lot more than just fairy floss and fun rides, it has cakes that jump and pies that fly. Enter but beware. Kayla and her cousin, Phil, soon find out that not all the surprises are nice ones. When Phil is mean to Kayla, the fair takes matters into its own hands in a very unusual way." 9546 "Magic faraway tree, The" "Blyton, Enid" Hinkler Books 2003 9781865159676 3-4 "The cousins have many adventures in the strange lands at the top of the magic faraway tree, with all their unusual friends who live in the tree." 2741 "Magic finger, The" "Dahl, Roald" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2001 9780141311296 3-4 "When the girl next door gets really angry, she zaps people with her magic finger with alarming results. Her teacher grows whiskers and a tail and as for the Greggs. They'll never look at a duck in the same way again." 11464 "Magic hat, The" "Fox, Mem & Tusa, Tricia (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781865044620 K-2 "People take on the characteristics of animals, with the help of the magic hat. The story is told in the pictures as well as in the text." 53371 "Magic mirror, The" "Rippin, Sally" Lothian Books 2007 9780734408617 3-4 "Jake sometimes gets scared so mum comes up with a play to help him. Mum's suggestion works for Jake and helps someone else with a problem, too." 22453 "Magic of reality, The" "Dawkins, Richard & McKean, Dave (ill)" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 2011 9780593066126 7-9 "Throughout history, people all over the world have invented stories to answer profound questions. These fantastical myths are fun but they don't really answer the questions. With its scientific method explanations of space, time, evolution and more, this book presents the real story of the world, and shows that its awe-inspiring beauty and thrilling magic far exceed those of the ancient myths. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 245 "Magic pudding, The" "Lindsay, Norman" HarperCollins Australia 1995 9780207188640 5-6 "A rude, steak-and-kidney-come-what-you-like pudding and his mates Bill Barnacle, Sam Sawnoff and Bunyip Bluegum battle the puddin' thieves in this Australian bush classic." "Magic school bus series, The" "Cole, Joanna & Degen, Bruce (ill)" K-2 "A series of children's books about science, featuring the antics of Ms. Frizzle and her class. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18333 "Magic violin, The" "Kelleher, Victor & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143301813 3-4 "When Jimbo plays the violin, the noise is so terrible that the birds fly away and the people move away from the town. Eventually, the violin decides to take charge." 9278 Magician "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 1994 9780140361278 7-9 "In a futuristic Tasmania, where our sun is dying, an alien appears who may be able to help." 18385 "Magician's boy, The" "Cooper, Susan" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340911105 3-4 "The boy has to polish the wands and catch the rabbits pulled out of the magician's hat. His favourite job is working the puppets. When one goes missing, he is transported to a another land where he has an adventure with familiar characters." Magician's daughter series "Walker, Justyn" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8150 "Magician's elephant, The" "DiCamillo, Kate" Candlewick Press 2009 9780763644109 5-6 "The boy, the lost sister, the retired officer, the childless couple, the displaced elephant, the patient nun, the compassionate policeman, the remorseful magician, the bent and broken stonemason and the socialite crippled when the conjured elephant fell through the theatre roof and landed on her legs, all come together in the snow in this meaningful, simply but poetically told story. " 13720 Magisterium: The bronze key "Black, Holly & Clare, Cassandra" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2016 9780552567701 7-9 "Students at the Magisterium are supposed to be safe. Under the watchful eyes of the mages, they are taught to use magic to bring order to a chaotic world. But, now, the chaos is fighting back. After the shocking death of one of their classmates, Call, Tamara and Aaron must use the powerful magic they've been taught and risk their lives to track down the killer. But, magic is dangerous. In the wrong hands, it could bring terrible destruction and reveal the deadliest secret of all." 5915 Magisterium: The copper gauntlet "Black, Holly & Clare, Cassandra" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780552567718 7-9 "Callum Hunt's summer break isn't typical, especially when he discovers that his dad might be trying to destroy both him and his companion, Havoc, a wolf. Call escapes to the magical world of the Magisterium but the Alkahest, a copper gauntlet capable of separating magicians from their magic, has been stolen. In their search, Call and his friends attract some dangerous foes and discover an even more dangerous truth." 2633 Magisterium: The iron trial "Black, Holly & Clare, Cassandra" Doubleday 2014 9780857532503 7-9 "Most people would do anything to get into the Magisterium and learn about the world of magic. But, not Callum. He's been told his whole life that he should never trust a magician, so he tries his best to do his worst - but fails at failing." 3450 Magnificent creatures: Animals on the move "Wright, Anna" Faber & Faber 2016 9780571330683 3-4 "We live in an amazing world, surrounded by magnificent creatures, great and small. They make this earth a magical place to live." 2761 "Magnificent nose and other marvels, The" "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1998 9781864486667 3-4 "Wonderfully original and off-beat stories, cleverly linked by a spider, in which five children each show their talents." 6747 "Magnificent tree, The" "Bland, Nick & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742832951 K-2 "Bonny and Pop are bursting with ideas. Pop's ideas are big and brave while Bonny's ideas are simple and clever. When they two of them decide to make something that will attract the birds, they come up with ideas for a tree. A brave tree, a clever tree, a magnificent tree." 38435 Magpie "Davies, Luke & Kiuru, Inari (ill)" ABC Books 2010 9780733322686 5-6 "Author Luke Davies wrote a poem called Childhood Terror which described, in nine lines, the fear of a magpie attack, and a boy's reaction as his father helps him face that fear. This wonderful picture book turns the poem into a story of a dog and his pup on a journey to find the magpie. " 2763 Magpie Island "Thiele, Colin & Haldane, Roger (ill)" New Holland Australia 1990 9781863020633 5-6 The story of a magpie raised on the Eyre Peninsula that becomes stranded on an island. Humans intervene to help him have a happy life. 4818 Magpie learns a lesson "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Erzinger, Tania (ill)" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742990590 K-2 "Magpie is cross because she can't fly like her friend, Brown Falcon. She thinks of mean tricks that will make Brown Falcon look silly. But, Magpie goes too far and finds out just how much friends need each other." 9844 Magrit "Battersby, Lee & Daoud, Amy (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925081343 5-6 "Magrit lives in an abandoned cemetery. She is as forgotten as the tiny graveyard that surrounds her. One night, a passing stork drops a strange bundle into the graveyard. Master Puppet, her friend and advisor, tells her it is an awful, ugly, terrible thing and she should get rid of it. But, Magrit has other ideas." 3293 Mahtab's story "Gleeson, Libby" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741753349 7-9 Mahtab's family live in Herat in Afghanistan amongst the ever present Taliban. They decide to leave everything they hold dear behind and journey secretly to Australia via Pakistan and Indonesia. This is an amazing story of struggle and hope for a better future. 11996 Maisie Moo and Invisible Lucy "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741751345 3-4 "Maisie's Dad is a truck driver and Maisie and her invisible friend, Lucy, wait patiently for Dad's return and his amazing stories. Maisie likes her dog and sleeping in. She helps her mother in their shop but doesn't like being an angel. When it seems that Dad and Christmas will never come, and Mum banishes Lucy, Maisie hides in her bedroom." Maisy series "Cousins, Lucy" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12151 Make way for ducklings "McCloskey, Robert" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780140564341 K-2 "After raising her ducklings on a secluded island, Mrs Mallard leads them to the Boston Public Garden to eat peanuts." 51113 Making friends "Dahimene, Adelheid & Stollinger, Heide (ill)" Gecko Press 2008 9781877467066 3-4 "Six farmyard acquaintances set out to make a new friend but that turns out to be a bit of a failure. Along the way, however, they do discover what real friendship is and where to find it. A beautiful picture book translated from the original German." 16760 Making Jamie normal "Pershall, Mary K" Penguin 2005 9780143302032 5-6 Alex will be the coolest Year 9 student with the weirdest sister in Year 7 if she can't make Jamie 'normal' before she goes to high school. Jamie doesn't realise how lucky she is getting all this great advice. Some coarse language used in context. 18564 "Mal rider, The" "Flynn, Pat" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2004 9780143302193 5-6 "Danny discovers girls or, rather, one special girl called Ella, and the joys of riding a malboard. Can he overcome the problems of surfing mates who only accept shortboards? He is new to town and needs a break on the waves and at school." 5117 Malala's magic pencil "Yousafzai, Malala" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780241322567 K-2 "As a child in Pakistan, Malala made a wish for a magic pencil that she could use to redraw reality. She would use it to give gifts to her family, to erase the smell from the rubbish dump near her house, to sleep an extra hour in the morning. As she grew older, Malala wished for bigger and bigger things. She saw a world that needed fixing. And even if she never found a magic pencil, Malala realized that she could still work hard every day to make her wishes come true. The true story of one girl's wish for a better world. This beautifully illustrated picture book tells Malala's story, in her own words, for a younger audience and shows them the worldview that allowed her to hold on to hope and to make her voice heard even in the most difficult of times." 14518 Malice: you can't escape "Wooding, Chris & Chernett, Dan (ill)" Scholastic UK 2009 9781407103945 7-9 "When Luke goes missing, his friends are dragged into the terrifying world of Malice, the underground comic. The evil Tall Jake takes children into a fantasy world where they can really die. It takes heroes like Seth and the loyalty of Kady to survive the violent, brutal comic-book pages. Be prepared to be very scared." 45876 Malini: through my eyes "Hillman, Robert & White, Lyn (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743312551 7-9 "In the closing, catastrophic stages of Sri Lanka's civil war, Malini and her sister are separated from their parents, who are forced to act as human shields. Malini and Banni travel inland, through jungles and unsafe territories, seeking refuge with their grandfather in his village.They will need to stay alert for soldiers from all sides and work out who to trust." 8470 Malkin Moonlight "Cox, Emma" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408870846 5-6 "Malkin is a small, black cat with a magnificent tail, who's destined to be a hero. He just doesn't know it yet. In his third life, Wild Malkin falls in love with Roux, a Domestic cat, who likes the comforts of home. Together, they explore the night and have adventures. When Roux's owners decide to move away, she chooses to become a Wild and stay with Malkin. Setting out to find a new home, they stumble across a recycling centre full of cats at war. An extraordinary adventure awaits as Malkin tries to bring peace to the land." 47271 Mallee Boys "Archbold, Charlie " Wakefield Press 2017 9781743055007 7-9 "Sandy Douglas knows that life at fifteen is hard - his mother died a year ago and his 18-year old brother, Red, has gone off the rails. As Sandy and Red deal with girls, friendship and their futures on their Mallee farm, both boys have to figure out who they want to be without their mum around. One thing is certain - the Mallee, where they live, may seem like the middle of nowhere, but it is going to be one hell of a year. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17039 Malu kangaroo "Morecroft, Judith & Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2007 9781921272028 K-2 "Malu kangaroo came to the seaside, made the first surfboard for the children and taught them how to ride it. It is his gift to all children who love the sea in this modern Dreamtime style story." 18469 Malvolio's revenge "Masson, Sophie" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340883648 7-9 "An English theatre troupe travelling in the New Orleans area, in a world of voodoo, black magic and gangsters, are dragged into a suspenseful mystery that involves murder, blackmail and intrigue. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4022 Mama and Hug "Darlison, Aleesah & Charlton, Heather (ill)" Wild Eyed Press 2016 9780987505460 K-2 "When Hug first climbs out of his mother's pouch it is spring deep in the Australian bush. The trees are in blossom and new green growth is everywhere. As Hug grows, the season changes to the sharp dry crackle of summer. One day danger comes to the bush and Mama must flee to protect her baby, Hug. " 18444 Mama Panya's pancakes "Chamberlain, Mary & Rich & Cairns, Julia (ill)" Barefoot books 2005 9781905236633 K-2 Adika invites all their friends for pancakes but Mama Panya is worried that she does not have enough money to feed them. 12778 Mammals "Claybourne, Anna" Watts 2000 9780749639488 3-4 "Discover what mammals are, how they live, what they eat, why seals have fur, how dolphins send messages to each other and many more interesting facts. Excellent contents and index pages help you find all this information and more." 2786 Mammals "Clutton-Brock, Juliet" Dorling Kindersley 2002 9780751333749 3-4 "A well-presented guide to mammals that gives the scientific and generic name, size and occurrence of each species. Maps show where the mammals live and there are beautiful, colour photographs of their physical appearance." 5019 "Mammoth in the fridge, A" "Escoffier, Michael & Maudet, Matthieu (ill)" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579158 K-2 "Noah discovers a mammoth in the fridge. At first, his father doesn't believe him but the evidence is too strong. They call the fire department but the mammoth slips past their net and hides in a tree. Only Noah's little sister knows where the mammoth came from." 246 "Man called possum, A" "Harris, David & Jones, Max" Penguin 1998 9780140382686 7-9 "Max Jones, country detective, is determined to uncover the truth about Possum, the town hermit." 9272 "Man from Ironbark, The" "Paterson, A B (Banjo)" Collins 1984 9780006615873 5-6 "When the man from Ironbark visits the local town for a shave, chaos ensues. Because of a Sydney barber's joke on one of their men, long beards become the fashion in a small Australian settlement." 2789 "Man from Snowy River & other verses, The" "Paterson, A B (Banjo)" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780207191732 5-6 A classic collection of forty-six poems by Banjo Paterson. 15320 "Man from Snowy River, The" "Paterson, A B (Banjo) & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046952 5-6 The full text of the classic poem is beautifully illustrated and includes a CD of an unabridged recording. 29952 "Man who loved boxes, The" "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781865048376 K-2 "People thought that the man was strange, even a bit crazy, but the man didn't mind and neither did his son because they had a special way of showing their love for each other." 17493 "Man who wore all his clothes, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & McEwen, Katharine (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844281299 3-4 "One day, Mr Gaskitt puts on all his clothes, Mrs Gaskitt picks up a robber in her taxi, Gus and Gloria have trouble with a teacher, Horace, the cat, goes to a friend's house to watch TV and the car radio gets things wrong." 12248 "Man whose mother was a pirate, The" "Mahy, Margaret" Penguin 1996 9780140554304 K-2 "This is the story of Sam, an accountant and his first trip to the seaside with his ex-pirate mother." 247 "Man, The" "Briggs, Raymond" Red Fox 1994 9780099108818 5-6 "A little, hairy man appears in the bedroom of a schoolboy demanding food, clothing and shelter. This story is told in cartoon style." 6597 Mang the wild orangutan "van Loon, Joan" Lothian Books 2007 9780734410023 3-4 "Mang, a beautiful old orangutan, remembers what life was like living in the lush rainforests of Borneo before he was captured and then sent to a zoo." Manga Shakespeare series Various 7-9 "The sequential stylised artwork known as Manga is combined with authentic Shakespearean text to bring an enriched perspective to the bard's great works, making the plays more accessible and encouraging a response from the reader. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Mango & Bambang series "Faber, Polly & Vulliamy, Clara (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2323 Mangrove "Kane, Glenda & Allen, Lisa (ill)" Penguin NZ 2007 9780143502043 3-4 A secluded area of mangroves and the water life the trees support are about to change forever. This book looks at the cost to nature of our modern culture. 28985 Mannie and the long brave day "Murray, Martine & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758863 K-2 "Mannie is going on an adventure. She's taking her favourite elephant, Lilliput, and her doll, Strawberry Luca. And, she hasn't forgotten her special box of secret things, just in case the adventure gets adventurous." 12815 Mao's last dancer (young readers' edition) "Cunxin, Li" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301646 7-9 "Engaging biography of a young, Chinese peasant boy who, at the age of eleven, was taken from his school and family to be trained as a classical dancer in Beijing." 12582 Map of dreams "Shulevitz, Uri" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842707609 3-4 "When war devastates their country, a boy and his parents are forced to flee to another country. Food is scarce. When father goes to the bazaar to buy bread, he comes home with a map instead. The boy and his mother are furious because they are so hungry." 249 Maphead "Howarth, Lesley" Walker Books 2001 9780744577716 7-9 "Maphead, an alien boy, has the ability to produce maps of anywhere across his face." 28379 Maps "Mizielinski, Aleksandra & Mizielinski, Daniel" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2014 9781760065416 5-6 "Travel the world without leaving home. Fifty two lavishly illustrated maps detail not only geographical features and political borders but also places of interest, iconic personalities, native animals and plants, local peoples, cultural events, and many more fascinating facts associated with each region. This book is a celebration of the world, from its immense mountains to its tiny insects, and everything in between." 1814 Maralinga's long shadow "Mattingley, Christobel" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290177 7-9 "Yvonne Edwards, a highly respected Aboriginal artist and community leader, was just six years old when the first bombs of the nuclear tests at Maralinga were detonated in Australia in 1956. The tests continued until 1963 and their consequences profoundly affected her family and the community." 97658 Maralinga: the Anangu story "Mattingley, Christobel & Yalata and Oak Valley community & Yalata and Oak Valley communities (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741756210 5-6 "In words and pictures, Yalata and Oak Valley community members, with author Christobel Mattingley, describe what happened in the Maralinga Tjarutja lands of South Australia, before the bombs and after." 3172 Marge and the great train rescue "Fisher, Isla & Ceulemans, Eglantine (ill)" Piccadilly Press 2017 9781848125940 3-4 "Marge is back and this time she's taking the Button family on a train journey. When Mum and Dad go out for a 'romantic' (i.e boring!) dinner, Marge takes the kids on an adventure of their own. Jakey's always longed to drive a train and with Marge around to turn ordinary life extraordinary, there's a good chance his wish might come true!" 3439 Marge and the pirate baby "Fisher, Isla & Ceulemans, Eglantine (ill)" Piccadilly Press 2017 9781848125933 3-4 Marge and the Pirate Baby is a collection of three short stories about the best babysitter ever. Marge has colourful hair and a knack for making everything fun but can she save the day from the pirate baby? Marine life for young readers series "Swartz, Stanley L & Yin, Robert (phot)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15426 "Mark of the Wagarl, The" "Little, Lorna & Lyndon, Janice (ill)" Magabala Books 2004 9781875641970 3-4 "The story tells of the travels and responsibilities of Wagarl, the big boss of all snakes, and how he keeps the waterways clean in Noongar country." 1276 Marlo can fly "Vescio, Robert & Temple, Sandra (ill)" Wombat Books 2013 9781921632419 K-2 "Everyone expects Marlo to fly, but she would rather slither like a snake, hop like a kangaroo and swim like a crocodile. But when someone needs her help, can she rise to the challenge." 6922 Marmaduke duck and the marmalade jam "MacIver, Juliette & Davis, Sarah (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781869439286 K-2 "Marmaduke Duck makes marmalade jam, which sends the animals crazy, chasing the jam around the farm." 52860 Marrying Ameera "Hawke, Rosanne" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732291440 7-9 "Ameera is seventeen, the daughter of an Australian Christan mother, and a Pakistani father who is a devout Muslim. Seeking to be like her Australian friends, Ameera discovers that her father strongly opposes social contact with non-Muslims. When her father discovers Ameera's interest in a Pakistani Christian boy, she is sent to Pakistan, thinking she is attending her cousin's wedding. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 39926 Marsh and Me "Murray, Martine" Text Publishing Co 2017 9781925498011 5-6 "There's a hill out the back of Joey's house. Hardly anyone goes there - it's not a beautiful place, just a covered-over old rubbish tip. But Joey likes it up there. It's his hill - somewhere he likes to go to wonder about life. He longs to be the best at something, to be a famous astronaut, or mountain climber, to stand out somehow. So when Joey discovers a tree house in an old peppercorn tree on the hill, he is annoyed that someone has invaded his special place. But he is also curious about who the intruder could be. But making contact isn't easy. The tree-house girl is wild and hostile and full of secrets. Joey needs to work out a way to win her over. And as he does, he finds a way to shine. " 32833 Marshall Armstrong is new to our school "Mackintosh, David" HarperCollins Australia 2011 9780007361410 3-4 "Marshall Armstrong is new to our school. He looks different to me. His ear looks like a shell, his laces are straight, not criss-crossed like mine, and his eyes are always looking at the blackboard. Marshall Armstrong definitely does not fit into our school." 50663 Martha doesn't say sorry "Berger, Samantha & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" "Little, Brown & Co" 2009 9780316077286 K-2 "Martha is good at doing lots of things, like hugging, sharing and reading. One thing that Martha is not good at is saying sorry." 31864 "Martha, no" "Hardy, Edward & Allwright, Deborah (ill)" Egmont Childrens 2010 9781606842669 K-2 "Martha May has already been through ten nannies in the past year and now there is a sparkling new nanny, Miss Harrington-Chive. Nanny is quite confident with her skills until they take an excursion to the city, where they lurch from disaster to disaster. When Martha puts her babysitter through test after test, they become separated." 9355 Martial arts "Mitchell, David" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751328158 5-6 David Mitchell gives expert advice on fourteen of the most popular martial arts. Skilful holds to dramatic throws and kicks are featured. 9503 Martian rock "Shields, Carol Diggory & Nash, Scott" Walker Books 2000 9780744556322 3-4 Rhyming text and bright illustrations help make this a lively investigation into the planets of our solar system. 7799 Martin Bridge: on the lookout "Scott Kerrin, Jessica & Kelly, Joseph (ill)" Kids can press 2005 9781553377733 5-6 "The fast-moving and funny sequel to Martin Bridge ready for takeoff. Young Martin must face three new challenges: spending an afternoon with an irritating houseguest; sharing lunch with a boy who eats erasers; and, embarking on a frantic search for the school's lucky mascot, a parakeet." 15742 Martin Pebble "Sempe, Jean-Jacques" Phaidon Press Limited 2006 9780714846224 5-6 "Martin is a little boy who blushes a lot and is happiest in the summer, when everyone else has a red face too. He sets out to find a reason for his strange affliction and finds a friend, Roddy Rackett, who keeps on sneezing even when he doesn't have a cold. The events of life are quaintly told." 7650 Marty's nut-free party "Roe, Katrina" Wombat Books 2012 9781921633362 K-2 "Marty loved to party. At every party, Marty was the first to arrive and the last to leave. That was before Marty found out that peanuts make him sick. Really sick. Parties aren't so much fun for Marty now that he keeps ending up in hospital. How can Marty and his friends make their parties safe and fun for everybody?" 4103 "Marvellous funambulist of Middle Harbour and other Sydney firsts, The" "Bell, Hilary & Martin, Matthew (ill)" NewSouth Publishing 2015 9781742234403 3-4 "This is a story of Sydney in order of who did what first. Through a series of unexpected firsts, trace the events, people and places that have shaped Sydney, however unintentionally." 21247 Marvellous mummy "Poli, Katie & Poli, Giuseppe (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594188 K-2 My mummy is cuddly and snuggly and warm. Mums can be funny and friendly and gentle and strong all in one day! 4019 "Marvels, The" "Selznick, Brian" Scholastic US 2015 9780545448680 7-9 "After surviving a shipwreck in 1766, Billy Marvel finds work in a London theatre. His family flourishes for generations as brilliant actors until 1900, when young Leontes Marvel is banished from the stage. Nearly a century later, Joseph Jarvis runs away from school and seeks refuge with an eccentric uncle in London. A gripping adventure and an intriguing invitation to decipher how the two narratives interconnect." Marvin Redpost series "Sachar, Louis" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Mary Poppins series "Travers, P L" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2349 Mary's Australia "Freeman, Pamela" Black Dog Books 2014 9781922077905 5-6 Mary MacKillop watched Australia grow from a collection of small colonies into a nation. Follow the changes Australia underwent during her lifetime. 34345 Mary's penny: a wise and witty tale "Landman, Tanya & Holland, Richard (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406330779 K-2 "This is a story of one farmer, his three children, Franz, Hans and Mary, and an ingenious competition to determine who should inherit the farm. The farmer's children are asked to fill the house with something that costs a mere penny." 26674 "Master of the fallen chairs, The" "Porter, Henry" Orchard Books 2008 9781846166259 5-6 "Thirteen year old orphan, Kim, is sent to live with his elusive guardian, surly tutor and various servants in Skirl, a grand but dilapidated old house with many ghosts and a family curse. When one of the servant girls goes missing, a dark cloud descends on the house. The arrival of a stranger in the dead of night plunges everything further into mystery, and introduces a bit of magic too." 250 Master of the grove "Kelleher, Victor" Puffin USA 1998 9780317696349 7-9 "After their home is destroyed in an attack, Derin's father is missing and Derin travels across the world to look for him. His quest leads him into the conflict between the people of the mountains and the people of the plains. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 8255 "Master, The" "Havel, Geoff" Walker Books 2009 9781921150852 5-6 "Rick lives on a farm with his mum and his grandfather. They're a normal family except for one thing. Rick and his Grandpa are engaged in a constant battle of practical jokes, trying to outdo each other and claim the title of The Master. Grandpa thinks that his grandson has much to learn from him but Rick thinks otherwise and devises what he thinks is an unbeatable prank." 12652 Matched "Condie, Ally" Penguin 2010 9780141333052 7-9 "Cassia believes that Society provides only the best for its citizens. Everything and everyone is regulated, allocated and sharing is not permitted. Cassia is seventeen and excited about attending her Match Banquet, where she will learn the identity of her perfect Match. But, Cassia falls in love with another and is determined to make her own choices." 2880 Mate and me "Loakes, Jennifer & Elliot, Belinda (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2015 9781922081506 K-2 "Two families have moved in, one upstairs and one downstairs.The boy from upstairs plays in the yard but he is shy and doesn't join in my games. The family downstairs is a secret family and no one knows where they came from. When the downstairs family disappears, a strange note is found and a trail of silver treasures leads out of the garage." Mates - great Australian yarns series Various 3-4 "Lively, cheeky Australian series. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 251 Mates and other stories "Baillie, Allan" Scholastic Australia 1992 9781862911420 7-9 A collection of short stories about friendship. 252 Matilda "Dahl, Roald" Penguin 2003 9780141314563 5-6 "Matilda is an exceptional child with magical powers. Her parents have called her some terrible things. The truth is, she's a genius and they're the silly ones. Find out how she gets the better of them and her spiteful headmistress, Miss Trunchbull." Matilda Mudpuddle series "Winch, Gordon & Texidor, Dee (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Matilda saga series "French, Jackie" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Matilda saga series "French, Jackie" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 11925 Matilda's cat "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2013 9781447218623 K-2 "Climbing trees, playing with wool, Matilda is sure her cat will love these things, but he doesn't seem very enthusiastic. She thinks up new ways to amuse her reluctant playmate. Tea parties, dressing up or what about a nice bike ride." 6557 Matty forever "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237027 5-6 "Bill and Matty are neighbours and best friends. They share their deepest secrets and lean on each other when things aren't right at home. Bill misses his father and is having a hard time at his new school. Matty is realising that her family is not quite the same as everyone else's. When a new girl decides she wants Bill all to herself, Bill and Matty discover what true friendship means. Some derogatory language used in context." 60646 Matty in a mess "Moss, Miriam & Simmons, Jane (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708125 K-2 "Matty is a very orderly, tidy bear who lives with his not so orderly, untidy sister. One day, when a strong wind turns everything upside down, Matty finds himself in a bit of a mess." 2971 Matty's comeback "Heiss, Anita" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760152031 3-4 "Matty loves football. He's South Sydney's number one fan and the star scorer in his own local team. He knows he can help his team to the semifinals and beyond. But, things don't go to plan and now it seems Matty won't be able to help his team to victory after all. But, help can come from surprising places and people." 35465 Maudie and Bear "Ormerod, Jan & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541407 K-2 "Maudie and Bear are the 'bestest' of friends, even if Maudie does boss Bear around a bit." 8874 Max "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2001 9780744589054 K-2 "Despite his cape, mask and his parents' encouragement, Max just can't seem to be a flying super hero like the rest of his family. Even his school friends' taunts don't help him to get off the ground. When a baby bird needs help, Max can be a real hero." 502 Max and Ruby in Pandora's box "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140564150 K-2 "In this witty story, Max nearly comes to grief when he takes a peek into sister Ruby's jewellery box." 7349 Max and the doglins "Montgomery-Highan, Amanda" Child's Play International Ltd 2007 9781846430435 K-2 When Max the dog steals an egg from his best friend Beryl it leads to a midnight visit from the mysterious Doglins. How can he makes things right? 4546 Max and the won't go to bed show "Sperring, Max & Warburton, Sarah (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2013 9780007468393 3-4 "Roll up, roll up, for Max the magnificent and his famous show: putting off bedtime for as long as possible. Cheer as he makes a cookie disappear, gasp as he asks for ten bedtime stories." Max Remy super spy series "Abela, Deborah" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 79261 Max's bath "Lindgren, Barbro & Eriksson, Eva (ill)" Gecko Press 2008 9781877467042 K-2 Max loves his bath and playing with all his toys but Dog is not keen to join him. 55302 Max's chocolate chicken "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin Australia 2000 9780140566727 K-2 Ruby found the eggs but Max took the chocolate chicken. Max is a bit of an anti-hero. 12274 Max's dragon shirt "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin UK 2000 9780140567274 K-2 "Max's sister, Ruby, is taking him to replace his favourite old blue pants but Max wants a shirt with a dragon on it." 49038 Max's wagon "Lindgren, Barbro & Eriksson, Eva (ill)" Gecko Press 2008 9781877467035 K-2 "Max takes teddy and Dog and all his toys on a wagon ride. Dog is good at finding lost things, all except for this one." Maximum Ride series "Patterson, James" 7-9 "Engaging and fast paced adventure series. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Maxx Rumble series "Wagner, Michael & Denton, Terry (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4098 May Tang: A new Australian "Beikoff, Katrina" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742990743 5-6 "Born in the year of the snake, May Tang is a dreamer who will never be sensible and obedient like her elder sister Jie Jie or clever like her brother Peter. Her parents are worried by rumoured events in China, and May finds herself on her way to a new life in Sydney. It is so different that May wonders if she will ever be able to love her new country." 567912 Maya & cat "Magerl, Caroline" Walker Books 2018 9781921977282 K-2 "On a roof, as wet as a seal, as grey as a puddle, Cat was rumbling, a rumbly purr. What does a cat want most? Feather boas? Pretty pink shoelaces? A boatful of fish under a tiny tin sail - or perhaps something much more valuable? " 4792 Maybe "Gleitzman, Morris" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780670079377 7-9 "Maybe Gabriek, Anya and Felix will escape the revenge Gogol's brother Zliv intends. Maybe they will evade a lynch mob still angry at the displaced Jews. Maybe Felix's medical abilities will provide the solution for a better new life on the other side of the world. Maybe Felix will have to leave his friends behind." 253 Maybe tomorrow "McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742372440 7-9 "In this story of reconciliation and courage, Boori is determined to carry on his late brother's tradition of storytelling and performing. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Maze Runner series "Dashner, James" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9014 "Mbobo tree, The" "Millard, Glenda & White, Annie (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693515 3-4 "In the cleft of a rock, on the crest of a hill, grows a tree that belongs to no-one and to everyone. When a little baby girl in a sling is found swinging in the branches, the villagers name her Tiranamba Adesimbo Mbobo. They love her as their own but Tiranamba never speaks a word. When the life-saving tree is threatened, Tiranamba finds her voice." 120136 McFig & McFly "Drescher, Henrik" Candlewick Press 2008 9780763633868 5-6 "McFig and his daughter, Rosie, live in a lovely little cottage far away from anywhere big. One day, McFly and his son, Anton, buy the land next door. Friendship turns to competition when McFly builds a cottage just like McFig's house. When the two start adding things onto their houses, it soon gets out of hand in this tale of jealousy, revenge and death, with a happy ending." 34680 Me and Mister P "Farrer, Maria & Rieley, Daniel (ill)" Oxford University Press 2017 9780192744210 3-4 "Arthur wants an ordinary family life, but instead he has a brother who acts quite differently to other brothers and sisters. This causes Arthur no end of embarrassment. When Arthur has had enough, he tries to run away only to find a polar bear on the doorstep. What can a polar bear do for Arthur and his family? When the spider-fearing polar bear Mr P moves in life changes for Arthur. " 8201 Me and my cat "Kitamura, Satoshi" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842707753 K-2 "Late one night, an old lady with a pointed hat climbs through Nicholas' bedroom window. She brandishes a broom, fires out some words and leaves. It's puzzling at the time, but not nearly as puzzling as what happens when Nicholas wakes up the next morning." 46159 Me and my dad "Morgan, Sally & Ottley, Mathew" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541810 3-4 "A son hero worships his brave father and loves spending a day at the beach with him. But, sometimes even the bravest of the brave need a helping hand. Fabulous illustrations with interesting use of perspective." 12105 Me and my mum "Heiss, Anita & Davis, Jay (ill)" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064016 K-2 "A young Koori girl and her Mum shop, eat, work and dance together. A positive look at the everyday life of a mother and daughter." 15517 Me and Priscilla get ready "Schreiber, Aunty Deanna & Roberts, Rochelle & Luxton, Peter" Indij Readers 2004 9780975064054 K-2 "A day in the life of a little girl and her sequinned snake, Priscilla." 47031 Me and you "Browne, Anthony" Doubleday 2010 9780385614894 3-4 "A thought-provoking take on the story of a young girl who has come into the house, eaten the porridge, broken the chair and fallen asleep in the bed. Two stories, the fantasy and a modern street context, give dimension to a traditional tale." 959 Me and you "Holmes, Janet A & Rossell, Judith " Little Hare Books 2008 9781921272547 K-2 "Rabbit loves doing all sorts of things, climbing a tree, standing on his hands and turning somersaults. But, the best thing about being himself is that he can be with his best friend, Mouse." 1052 Me and you "Kelly, Deborah & Blair, Karen (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780670079247 K-2 "I love our sandy-sandwich days, our racing, seagull-chasing days. I love our arty-crafty days, our cut-and-paste and colour days. Winner Book of the Year Award Speech Pathology Australia 2018 (3-5 Years Category)" 4503 Me too "Geraerts, Erika & Laubscher, Charl & Murray, Andrew (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781925381900 K-2 Two little friends discuss the someones they want to find when they grow up. Perhaps they've met them already. 55549 "Me, all alone, at the end of the world" "Anderson, M T & Hawkes, Kevin (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406304824 3-4 "A peaceful natural existence is transformed by the encroaching modern society, changing the landscape and the sole occupant." 5705 "Me, Oliver Bright" "de Kanztow, Megan" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781862917156 K-2 "Oliver Bright, in Year 3, has an assignment about his family history. He looks at three generations, sharing his life and the lives of his father and grandfather. Oliver finds out just how much life has changed since they were young. For Oliver, getting milk is as easy as driving to the shops but it was very different for his dad and grandfather." 1872 "Me, Teddy" "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760291334 5-6 "I am Teddy. This is my scrap book. It's about me growing up from a tiny puppy, with a boofy head and big, brown, melty eyes, to a big black labrador, weighing forty kilos, and still with a boofy head and big, brown, melty eyes. This is me, Teddy." 2616 Me...Jane "McDonnell, Patrick" "Little, Brown & Co" 2011 9780316045469 K-2 The story of the young Jane Goodall's childhood and the pleasures and interests that eventually led her to Africa and her famous study of chimpanzees in the wild. It all started with a stuffed toy chimpanzee named Jubilee. 6338 Meatball's good dog day "Clark, Margaret & Hayes, Phil (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780091831707 3-4 "A humorous tale, with cartoon style line drawings, of a dog and his family during a day out at the beach." 41350 Mechanica: a beginner's field guide "Balchin, Lance" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760401085 5-6 "Welcome to future Earth. Despite repeated warnings, the environment has become polluted to such an extent that many areas of the globe have become uninhabitable, and wildlife is now extinct. From the ashes, a new style of wildlife is created. Wildlife that will not remain harnessed by humankind. Welcome to the world of Mechanica." 12951 "Medieval Messenger, The" "Fleming, Fergus & Tomlins, Karen (des) & Dowsell, Paul (ed)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1996 9780746027493 7-9 "'Mystery plague rocks Europe' and 'Beckett kicks bucket' are feature articles in this wonderful newspaper crammed full of historically accurate references. Homestores catalogue, spot the difference competitions and a personal column also included." 5892 "Mediterranean, The" "Greder, Armin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760630959 7-9 "A lifeless body. One of many in the waters of the Mediterranean. Precarious boats navigate the waters of the sea, from south to north. And more often than not, it is not only hope that drowns. With eloquent and devastating imagery, the creator of the multi-award-winning book The Island again asks us to examine our responses to the plight of refugees. How long will we remain silent witnesses?" 28748 Meerkat choir "Greenberg, Nicki" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760290795 K-2 "Attention, meerkats! Choir practice is about to begin. But who are all these pesky animals interrupting the rehearsal? They're not meerkats! They cannot be in a meerkat choir! It's no wonder the Meerkat Choirmaster is getting very, very, very cranky!" 8109 Meerkat mail "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2006 9781405052153 3-4 "Sunny Meerkat comes from a large and close family. One day, he decides that it's time to leave home and see the world." 22317 Meet Banjo Paterson "Weidenbach, Kristin & Gulliver Hancock, James (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2015 9780857980083 5-6 "Andrew Barton Paterson spent his early years in country NSW. He was sent to finish his education in Sydney, where he eventually worked as a lawyer. Paterson missed the bush and, using the pseudonym, the Banjo, after the horse he used to ride, began to write poems and stories that brought the bush to the city. He is famous for The Man from Snowy River and Waltzing Matilda." 3828 Meet Captain Cook "Murdie, Rae & Nixon, Chris (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2014 9780857980182 5-6 "Captain James Cook was an explorer in the British Royal Navy. In 1768, Cook and his crew on the HMB Endeavour set sail from England in search of new lands and scientific knowledge. They discovered the east coast of New Holland (Australia) and claimed it for the King of England in1788." 41098 Meet Don Bradman "Vass, Coral & Howe, Brad (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925324891 3-4 "Don Bradman was Australia's greatest cricketer. This is the story of how he first came to play for Australia, and how his record-breaking feats in the Ashes series became a source of pride and hope during the hard years of the Great Depression." 18816 Meet Douglas Mawson "Dumbleton, Mike & Green, Snip (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2014 9780857981950 5-6 "Douglas Mawson led the first Australian expedition to the Antarctic. Under extreme conditions, he survived the dangers and challenges of the frozen continent. An inspiring story of courage." 41193 Meet Mary MacKillop "Murphy, Sally & Martinez, Sonia (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2013 9781742757216 5-6 "Mary MacKillop, Australia's first saint, started her first school in 1866. It was the first of many schools she started, to educate any child, no matter how rich or poor." 4843 Meet Nancy Bird Walton "Atwood, Grace & Slaghekke, Harry (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2014 9780857983879 5-6 "Nancy Bird Walton grew up during the golden age of aviation. By the time she was thirteen, Nancy knew she wanted to fly. She studied under the famous aviator, Charles Kingsford Smith. This is the story of how Nancy began her career as Australia's first female commercial pilot." 46409 Meet Ned Kelly "Brian, Janeen & Adams, Matt (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742757186 5-6 "Ned Kelly was a notorious bushranger, he lived in Australia's earliest days. Ned was daring and clever and bold, in a suit made of iron, and his story is still being told." 10711 Meet Nellie Melba "Brian, Janeen & Murphy, Claire (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780143780298 3-4 "Dame Nellie Melba was Australia's first classical music star. The beauty of her singing was celebrated around the globe. She was appointed Dame Commander, OBE, for her enormous fundraising efforts during World War I. Today, she is commemorated on Australia's one hundred dollar banknote. This is the story of how she rose to fame, and how she brought opera to Australians in the city and the bush." 7956 Meet Sidney Nolan "Mes, Yvonne & Eterovic, Sandra (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2015 9780857985897 5-6 "Sidney Nolan is one of Australia's most admired and recognised visual artists. This is the story of how he developed his iconic Ned Kelly series of paintings, brought modernist art to Australia and took Australian art to an admiring international audience." 11852 Meet the ANZACS "Saxby, Claire & Berry, Max (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2014 9780857981929 5-6 ANZAC is the name given to the Australian and New Zealand troops who landed at Gallipoli in World War I. They embarked on a journey that went horribly wrong. It changed their lives and the course of history. The name is now a symbol of bravery and friendship. 9398 Meet the Flying Doctors "Ivanoff, George & Wood, Ben (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780143780687 3-4 "In the early twentieth century, Reverend John Flynn saw the potential for aeroplanes to bring urgent medical care to people in outback Australia. He campaigned for more than ten years to make his big idea a reality. That big idea became the Royal Flying Doctor Service. Today, the Service, a not-for-profit organisation, provides emergency and primary health care across Australia." 4527 Meet Weary Dunlop "Saxby, Claire & Lord, Jeremy (ill) " Random House Children's Books 2015 9780857985361 5-6 Sir Edward 'Weary' Dunlop was an Australian Army surgeon during World War II. This is the story of how Weary's bravery and compassion helped to save the lives and bolster the spirits of fellow prisoners of war on the Thai-Burma Railway. 2827 Meg and Mog "Nicoll, Helen & Pienkowski, Jan (ill)" Puffin UK 1975 9780140501179 K-2 "We meet Meg the well-meaning witch, her cat, Mog, and her owl, called Owl. Not all Meg's spells turn out as expected." 15321 Meg on the moon "Nicoll, Helen & Pienkowski, Jan (ill)" Puffin UK 1976 9780140501209 K-2 Mog wants a birthday treat so Meg and Mog go to the moon in a flying saucer. 12492 Meg up the creek "Nicoll, Helen & Pienkowski, Jan (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2002 9780140568936 K-2 "Meg, Mog and Owl go out in their canoe to hunt for supper. They can't find any thing to eat so Meg makes a powerful spell and they get more than they bargained for." 12218 Meg's car "Nicoll, Helen & Piernkowski, Jan (ill)" Puffin UK 1978 9780140502596 K-2 "When Meg the witch, her cat, Mog, and Owl decide to go on a picnic, it is easier to take the broomstick than the new car." 30923 Mega dramas "Murray, Sue" Pan MacMillan 2009 9781420229394 7-9 "This collection of eight plays includes information on the major elements of drama, explores different performance styles, plays with traditional tales and shines a light on contemporary Australian issues. Explores themes of friendship, racism, violence, sport, music and family relationships. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " Mega series "Pitchall, Chez & Gunzi, Christiane (ill)" 3-4 Lots of information about machines and vehicles. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 15427 Megan's journey "Keir, June" Loranda Publishing 2004 9780975213582 5-6 Thirteen year old Megan discovers her mother is still alive and living in Japan. Her mother has remarried a Japanese man who lives a traditional life and they have two children. Megan has difficult choices to make. 6432 Melissa's octopus and other unsuitable pets "Voake, Charlotte" Walker Books 2014 9781406353006 K-2 "Follow Melissa, her friends and all their rather unsuitable pets. There are certain animals that make suitable pets, like a cat, a dog or a guinea pig. Then, there are other animals that definitely make unsuitable pets. Find out why." 2461 "Melting pot: the diary of Edward, Chek Chee, The" "Cheng, Christopher W" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781865049755 5-6 "It is 1903, the time of the White Australia Policy, and Edward Chek Chee is the son of a mixed marriage. His father is Chinese, his mother Australian and Edward tries to fit in to both cultures. He has to cope with racism at school and bigotry from his cousin at home, while worrying about having to go back to China to understand his ancestral roots." 14232 Melting stones "Pierce, Tamora" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862918030 7-9 "Four years have passed since Evvy left the streets of Chammur to begin her training as a stone mage. At fourteen, she's unhappy to be on a new journey with her mentor, prickly green mage Rosethorn, who has been called to the Battle Islands to determine why the plants and animals there are dying." 254 Memorial "Crew, Gary" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405456 7-9 A new perspective on the ANZAC tradition and the implications of war on different generations. 13268 "Memory shed, The" "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742990347 3-4 "Annie is helping Grandma clear out her old shed for a garage sale. There are many dusty old things, long forgotten and unused. But, they hold special memories for Grandma. And, it seems the shed has something to say and it wants Grandma and Annie to listen." 120132 Mending Lucille "Poulter, J R & Davis, Sarah (ill)" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410337 3-4 A young girl grieves for her mother. She clings to familiar things to remind her of happier times but a broken doll highlights her hurt and begins the healing sequence. 9289 "Mennyms, The" "Waugh, Sylvia" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780099433323 5-6 "A family of rag dolls has survived on its own for forty years until now, but they may not be able to survive if their secret is betrayed." 56115 "Merchant of Venice, The" "Shakespeare, William & Hinds, Gareth (adapt)" Candlewick Press 2008 9780763630256 7-9 "A tale of young Bassanio, who, in order to win the love of fair Portia, entangles his dearest friend, Antonio, in a dangerous bargain with the moneylender, Shylock. Only Bassanio's heartfelt efforts and a clever intervention by Portia will save Antonio from paying Shylock 'a pound of flesh'. Graphic novel with authentic Shakespearean text." Mercy Watson series "DiCamillo, Kate & Van Dusen, Chris (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 29026 Merry everything "McCartney, Tania" Windy Hollow Books 2017 9781922081704 K-2 "It's Christmas Eve and the world is buzzing with busy. With baubles to hang, shimmer to drape, and scrumptious treats to prepare, enjoy this peek inside the festive homes of animals all over the world. From deer baking gingerbread, to elephants gobbling candy canes and ducks snapping crackers, join these adorable creatures as they celebrate the togetherness that is Christmas." 255 Merryll of the stones "Caswell, Brian" University of Queensland Press 1989 9780702222504 7-9 "An exciting, modern story with elements from ancient mythology. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4846 Mervin the sloth is about to do the best thing in the world "Venable, Colleen AF & Chan, Ruth (ill)" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062338471 K-2 "Mervin the Sloth is about to do best thing in the world. Can you guess what it is? ""Flying!"" says the bird. ""Gazelling!"" says the gazelle. ""Digging!"" says the prairie dog. Hurry up, Mervin! But Mervin moves so slowly. Are you patient enough to wait?" 5640 Message in a sock "Baillie, Kaye & Joy, Narelda (ill)" MidnightSun Publishing 2018 9781925227383 3-4 "Tammy is safe at home, but her heart is with her father at the warfront. While her mother knits socks for the soldiers, Tammy slips a message inside each pair. But will her one special message find her father, and bring him safely home?" 40705 "Messenger bird, The" "Hawke, Rosanne" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702238826 7-9 "Tanmar's older brother is dead, her mum's gone away and her dad avoids talking about the things that really matter. Plagued by nightmares about her brother, Tamar has no interest in school or friends. When she discovers an old handwritten sheet of music and plays the tune, Tamar meets gifted violinist, Nathaniel, a man from her house's past. She is unwittingly drawn into a journey through time and music." 7226 "Messenger, The" "Townsend, John" Evans Bros 2012 9780237543358 7-9 "When a piece of glass angel smashes in front of him, Chris doesn't take any notice. Not even when a stranger tells him it's a warning. But, when Chris and his girlfriend are trapped on the moors, strange things start to happen." 4627 "Messenger, The " "Zusak, Markus" Pan MacMillan 2002 9780330363884 7-9 "Ed Kennedy is nineteen. His life is one of peaceful routine and incompetence until he inadvertently stops a bank robbery. When he receives his first playing card with three addresses written on it, Ed becomes the messenger. A cryptic journey with laughter, fists and love. Adult themes and strong language, used in context, may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2164 Messenger: the legend of Joan of Arc "Lee, Tony & Hart, Sam (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781406336153 7-9 "You may have heard of Joan of Arc. She had a short but inspirational life, fighting for freedom during the One Hundred Years War between France and England. She was a farm girl who became the leader of an army of men. Joan had an unflinching faith in God and in herself, and was prepared to risk everything for freedom and independence. She became the patron saint of France." 38689 "Meteorite kid, The" "Faulkner, Carol" Walker Books 2008 9781921150807 5-6 "Morgan is so excited when she thinks she's taken the winning catch in her baseball final but the thing she catches is a strange, blue object. It makes her feel calm and happy but it has different effects on other people. " 6144 Metro winds "Carmody, Isobelle" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781865084442 7-9 "Includes five long stories and a novella. A girl is sent across the world to discover her destiny in the dark tunnels of the Metro. Another seeks a lost sister in a park where winter lasts forever. A young man fulfils a dying wish. A mother works magic to summon a princess for her son. A man seeks an ending to his story. An old man goes in search of his shadow. This is a world of desire and transformation, the real and the not real." 79472 Mia's story "Foreman, Michael" Walker Books 2006 9781844282784 3-4 "Mia's family is very poor, living in a house made from recycled bits and pieces. When her dog, Poco, disappears, Mia takes the family horse and heads off into the mountain meadows. There, the snow is clean and the sky is clear and Mia finds a kind of lily she's never seen before." 19501 Michael "Bradman, Tony & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709115 K-2 "Michael, intelligent, wilful and eccentric, drives all his teachers to distraction with his non-conformist behaviour and attitudes. He is always late, he's scruffy and he never seems to do the right thing. There seems to be no hope for Michael but the story has a twist to it." 14977 Michael O'Loughlin: inside the Sydney Swans (An Indij sport report) "Hall, Tammy & others" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686058 5-6 "Two students and a teacher from Doonside Technology High school interview the talented AFL player, Michael O'Loughlin, who plays for the Sydney Swans." 18690 Michael Rosen's sad book "Rosen, Michael & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9780744598988 7-9 A very personal story about the loss of a loved one. It speaks to everyone whether they have experienced grief or not. Middle School series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5873 Midnight "Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781921977718 7-9 "This is the story from World War I of Guy Haydon and his horse, Midnight, as they enlist with the army, travel across the world and play a starring role in a great cavalry charge." 12087 Midnight babies "Wild, Margaret & James, Ann (ill)" Clarion Books 2001 9780618104123 K-2 "At midnight, when absolutely anything can happen, Baby Brenda escapes through the cat door to romp with the other neighbourhood babies at the Midnight Cafe." 95396 "Midnight charter, The" "Whitley, David" Puffin UK 2009 9780141323718 7-9 "In the city of Agora, anything can be bought and sold. Even children are possessions until their twelfth birthday. Mark has been sold by his father, and Lily, an orphan from birth, has bartered for her life. Thrown together, they face an existence of poverty and servitude, unless they can find a way to break free. But, unbeknown to Mark and Lily, they are being watched by the ruler of the city." 4394 "Midnight club, The" "Howes, Jim & Hurst, Elise (ill)" JoJo Publishing 2007 9780977530496 5-6 "The animals at The Lort Smith Animal Hospital meet every other midnight to share their stories. From little Dave, the puppy, to Gus, the guinea pig, the chosen animals tell of their own misadventures and share tales such as the story of the purposeful guinea pig, the courageous turtle and the trustworthy snake. The Lort Smith Animal Hospital and Dave are real." 12088 "Midnight feast, The" "Wild, Margaret & James, Ann (ill)" ABC Books 1999 9780733307898 K-2 "The cheeky babies from The Midnight Gang are back. Baby Brenda and her gang meet up with Baby Mario and his gang at The Midnight Cafe for a wild time of dancing, playing and feasting." 3752 "Midnight gang, The" "Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008188573 5-6 "Tom is hit on the head by a cricket ball at boarding school and is promptly sent to hospital to recover from his injury. While there, he becomes involved with the adventures of The Midnight Gang, a gang of patients from the children's ward, who are under the strict control of the hospital's evil, children hating Matron and scarily deformed porter. Will the Midnight Gang accept Tom into the group and can they outsmart the wicked Matron and make all the gang's wildest dreams come true?" 12080 "Midnight gang, The" "Wild, Margaret & James, Ann (ill)" Omnibus Books 1996 9781862912991 K-2 A gang of babies climb out of their cots at night to go to the park and play. Here they can do all the things that their parents think they are too young to do. 10321 "Midnight zoo, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Viking Children's 2010 9780670074051 7-9 "Two gypsy boys, carrying a secret bundle, are fleeing through a war-ravaged countryside during the night and come across a small zoo, untouched by the war. The animals are in need of hope, as are the boys." 257 "Midnite: the story of a wild, colonial boy" "Stow, Randolph" Puffin Australia 1970 9780140304213 5-6 This is the story of a bushranger in Western Australia who has four comical animal friends. 54303 Midsummer knight "Rogers, Gregory" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741754827 7-9 "A courageous bear and a bold boy find themselves in a magical forest full of faeries. Unfortunately, the bear ends up in a dungeon but he devises a clever escape, and goes into battle to save the monarch. This wordless picture book, a companion to The boy, the bear, the baron, the bard, is loosely based on Shakespeare's play, A midsummer night's dream." 258 "Midwife's apprentice, The" "Cushman, Karen" MacMillan 2002 9780330398312 7-9 "In 14th century England, Alyce is taken from a life on the streets to be an apprentice to a village midwife." 2871 Mieko and the fifth treasure "Coerr, Eleanor" Scholastic Australia 1990 9780947241858 3-4 "When the bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, Mieko's village was ruined and her hand was badly injured. She also lost the legendary fifth treasure, beauty in the heart. She is sent to a new school where her bravery and patience may help." 12315 Miffy the fairy "Bruna, Dick" ABC Books 2002 9780733310881 K-2 "Miffy imagines what fun it would be to become a fairy. She could wave her wand and make a castle, give a bird a glorious tail and turn pears into rosy apples." 12314 Miffy the ghost "Bruna, Dick" Big Tent Entertainment 2004 9781592260621 K-2 "Miffy dresses up as a ghost and decides it would be fun to scare her friends. But when she frightens dear Aunt Alice, it's time to stop." 9261 Mighty Greek myth raps "Mitton, Tony" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9781841218113 5-6 A humorous anthology of poetry including poems on Odysseus in Greek mythology. 10955 Mighty Mitch! Aussies vs England: Game on! "Starc, Mitchell & Bunting, Philip (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742763194 3-4 The greatest rivalry of them all! Mitch Starc's biggest dream is to one day wear the baggy green and play for Australia. Now it seems his dream has come true early! So what's Mitch's problem? He's pretty sure his team will be FLOGGED by the English side. He just CAN'T get the hang of bowling. His dad is EMBARRASSING him (and unfortunately his dad is the COACH!). His cricket whites have turned PINK! Can it get any WORSE?! 29839 Mighty Mitch: Clash of the keepers! "Starc, Mitchell & Bunting, Philip (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769158 3-4 There is a new kid in town and he wants Mitch's wicketkeeping spot. The gloves are on! Get ready for a mighty Clash of the Keepers! Mitchell Starc and Marshall Spark have got loads in common. They both like keeping. They both like opening the batting. Even their names sound the same! So what's driving Mitch bananas? 9318 "Mighty Murray, The" "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865085654 7-9 "Australia's greatest river system now and then, with many stories about the people who lived on or in the Murray Valley. Includes archaeological finds, Aboriginal legends, riverboat traders and dam engineers." 12692 Migration to Australia: Refugees "Day, William" Redback Publishing 2017 9781925630114 5-6 "Find out about Australia's responses to people arriving as refugees, from colonial times up until the present. Read about the contributions refugees have made to Australia and the challenges they have faced." 2872 Mike "Caswell, Brian" University of Queensland Press 1993 9780702225277 7-9 "Mike and his mother have moved from Melbourne to live in Sydney's west. Mike soon wishes they had never left. At school, he becomes the victim of a bully, Shane and meets Riny, a neighbour with a secret success story." 38336 Mike I don't like "Temple, Jol & Temple, Kate & Foye, Jon (ill)" ABC Books 2014 9780733333255 K-2 "Mike has no hesitation in letting anyone know exactly how he feels, and it appears that there is much he does not like. Mike loudly proclaims his dislike of everything from sandwiches to lizards, from cheese to tickles, all described in rhyme just itching to be spoken aloud." 9380 Mike Mulligan and his steam shovel "Burton, Virginia Lee" Houghton Mifflin 1977 9780395259399 K-2 "Mike Mulligan proves that, although dated, his steam shovel is still useful." 20806 Mila and the missing lions "Hulme, Celeste" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760066826 K-2 "Mila's parents are lion tamers, they're part of a circus. Mila is a lion tamer too. She has everything she needs, except, well, lions. So, she practises on her dog, Ralph, who doesn't care for his paper mane and would much rather be asleep on the sofa. When Mila opens the gate to the lions' cage to slip in, they slip out. They have sharp teeth and pointy claws. Mila must catch the missing lions before anyone finds out." 7590 Milad: the voyage to Ophir "Anhar, Nazam" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741691153 7-9 "Milad decides to go on one sea voyage to save his family's fortunes and embarks on a journey where he will find sea-battles, pirates, treasure, spies, perils and love. As part of a Phoenician fleet in the service of King Solomon, he experiences danger on the high seas and in deepest Africa, but he also finds the truest of friends in unexpected places. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 37155 "Mill girl, a Victorian girl's diary 1842-1843" "Reid, Sue" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103730 5-6 "Eliza is shocked when she is sent to the Manchester cotton mills in 1842. The mill is noisy and suffocating, the work is backbreaking and dangerous and the workers are wrecked by poverty, sickness and unrest. Eliza realises she must fight to escape the fate of a mill girl and the miseries of the factory." 12270 "Milli, Jack and the dancing cat" "King, Stephen Michael" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865087474 K-2 "Milli has a special gift for fixing things. She can make something out of any old discarded thing or mend boots and tools. But, all the townsfolk ever want are sensible things. Milli keeps her dream of making something special to herself." 2873 Millicent "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2008 9781921150739 K-2 "Every day at the same time, Millicent walks through Hyde Park. She never speaks to anyone, but the park pigeons expect her. When they see her, they make a sweeping circle above the place where she always stops. Millicent's dream is to find enough feathers on the ground to eventually make herself a feather coat, hat, bag and shoes. This wordless story is told through magnificent collages." 8508 Millie "Marsden, John & Rippon, Sally" Pan MacMillan 2002 9780732911294 3-4 "Millie was always so good, or was she? Millie eats all her vegetables and puts away her toys, or does she? She's always kind to her baby brother, or is she? But no matter what Millie does, her parents still love her." 15357 Millie and the night heron "Bateson, Catherine" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702235269 7-9 "Millie's artist mum needs a change but Millie isn't so keen. When they move, Millie must start Year 7 in a new school. Fitting in and making friends is hard but Millie is a very special girl and mum's love interest, the new boyfriend, helps." 4157 Millie loves ants "French, Jackie & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9781460751787 K-2 'My friend Millie just loves ants.' Emily is intrigued to know why Millie the echidna loves ants so much. And so Emily carefully observes Millie until she discovers her secret. Millie is collecting food for her baby puggle! 10052 Millie's special something "Cox, Tania & Miller, David (ill)" Working Title Press 2012 9781921504389 K-2 "Big, bad Reggie loves to scare Millie. He thinks it's fun. But, not for Millie, it's frightening. All her friends have a special something to make them feel brave. Millie wonders why she doesn't have a special something too." 28875 "Million shades of grey, A" "Kadohata, Cynthia" Simon & Schuster 2010 9781847388230 7-9 "Thirteen year old Y-Tin is an elephant trainer. His life revolves around Lady and the other elephants in their small herd. But, this is Vietnam in 1975 and, now that the American forces are gone, the North Vietnamese threaten the Dega people of the Central Highlands. When the feared attack comes, Y-Tin is captured. He must risk his life and save his elephants by fleeing into the jungle." 15356 Millions "Boyce, Frank Cottrell" MacMillan 2004 9780330433310 5-6 "When a bag full of money drops out of the sky, Damien and Anthony find they are very, very rich. Suddenly, the brothers can buy anything they want except for the one thing they really need. Winner of 2005 Carnegie Medal." 9386 Millions of cats "Gag, Wanda" Penguin Putnam 1996 9780698113633 K-2 A man goes out for one kitten but comes back with millions of cats. 2876 Milo and the magical stones "Pfister, Marcus (ill) & Martens, Marianne (trans)" North South Books 1997 9781558586826 K-2 "Milo, the mouse lives on a small mountain island and finds a glowing, gold-foil rock that provides warmth and light on a cold night. The mice will either be unselfish and caring and replace what they have taken or act with greed and envy." 12229 Milo and the mysterious island "Pfister, Marcus (ill) & Martens, Marianne (trans)" North South Books 2000 9780735813526 K-2 "Milo and his fellow cliff mice set off with magical stones that give light, to an island where strange, striped mice are reputed to live. The cliff mice will either be cooperative, friendly and sharing or they will be fearful and untrusting." 7185 Milo and the restart button "Silberberg, Alan" Simon & Schuster 2011 9780857071903 5-6 "Starting over is like pressing the reset button on a game that makes you lose all your points and wipes out any of the good stuff you've spent hundreds of hours learning. Surviving the year is all Milo has to do. Start to finish in one whole piece. But, it's not just a new school he's dealing with. It's a new house, a new neighbourhood, a whole new life. And, it's one without his mum in it. " 6485 Milo armadillo "Fearnley, Jan" Walker Books 2009 9781406310306 K-2 "Tallulah wants a pink, fluffy rabbit for her birthday. But, she can't find one anywhere. When Gran decides to knit her a fluffy, pink rabbit, the present is not quite what Tallulah had in mind." 2988 Milo's birthday surprise "Pollard, Maureen" Mcpherson's Printing Group 2009 9780980597509 K-2 "Children can search for clues in the bold illustrations to see what birthday surprises are in store for Milo. Milo is wondering who might come and play. Meanwhile, Felix the frog flips and flaps and Kylie the koala practises karate kicks. Fun to read with mum or dad or to a little brother or sister." 1874 "Milo: moving story, A" "Riddle, Tohby" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760111632 3-4 "Milo's life is almost entirely unremarkable. He lives in a solid kennel in a reasonable part of town. Every other day, he has a job delivering parcels. Milo's life is turned upside down by an argument with his friend Snombo, followed by a strange wild storm that leaves him and his kennel in a precarious place. So, begins Milo's surprisingly remarkable journey back to his friends." 20875 Mimi and the blue slave "Bateson, Catherine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719949 5-6 "When grief strikes, you need an ally. For Mimi, that ally is Ableth, the wildly disobedient blue slave. He comes, he goes, he says and does whatever he likes, but he's always there when Mimi needs him most, offering his own brand of crooked wisdom." 9378 "Min Min, The" "Kelly, Joy & Russell, Shane" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064047 3-4 The warm and humorous story of a family in an isolated community. Dad tells lots of scary stories but one night he scares himself. Minecraft series Mojang 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 10296 Ming's adventure on China's Great Wall "Jian, Li & Wert, Yijin (trans)" Better Links Press 2015 9781602209879 3-4 "Ming and his father travel to the Great Wall to learn more about the creation of the longest structure ever build by humans. On their way, they take a wrong turn, leading to a great adventure as Ming and his father get to tour the wall and encounter all sorts of important figures, including the emperor who had the Great Wall built. When the emperor runs into a tricky situation at the beacon tower, it's up to Ming and some important information to save the day." 25505 Ministry of pandemonium "Westwood, Chris" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801906 7-9 "Ben Harvester doesn't make friends easily, preferring to spend his time and his talent for drawing in graveyards. It is in one such cemetery that Ben discovers another of his gifts, the ability to see the newly-dead. He is drawn into a battle of good against evil, with grotesque creatures seemingly gaining the ascendency, while Ben is both the cause of the trouble and also its solution. " Miniwings "Sutton, Sally & Richards, Kirsten (ill)" 3-4 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 6828 Minna's quest "Peyton, K M" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746078815 7-9 "Men and women prove their worth in this exciting adventure. Minna, a Briton and a blacksmith's daughter, raises a sickly foal, commandeered by her brother, Cerdic, when he joins the soldiers. As bloodthirsty pirates plan to waylay the tiny Roman outpost, Cerdic and Minna risk all so that she can find reinforcements to save all their lives and that of her beloved defender, Theo." 12424 Minnie and the super guys "Godwin, Jane" Puffin Australia 2004 9780141310657 5-6 "Eleven year old Minnie has no intention of allowing three little troublemakers into her life. But they come anyway, uninvited and unannounced, expecting something from Minnie that she can't possible give." 24077 Minnie Pearl and the undersea bazaar "Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320149 3-4 "Minnie Pearl and her parents own the Undersea Bazaar where all the fashionable mermaids shop. Minnie helps in the shop when she's not attending school and learning what to do if she should ever encounter a human. When the wide-smiling Manta Ray opens her Marine Emporium next door, everything changes. All the mermaids flock to Manta's shop and Minnie determines to save the family business. " 2380 "Minnow, The" "Sweeney, Diana" Text Publishing Co 2014 9781922182012 7-9 "Following a flood which has taken the lives of her family, a girl called Tom lives with Bill, with whom she falls pregnant. Many know her secret, including her grandmother and her good friend Jonah. Together, they will ensure the safe arrival of the Minnow. Contains mature themes and some language in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12460 Minou "Bingham, Mindy & Maeno, Itoko" Ashton Scholastic 1987 9780868963662 3-4 "Minou, a pampered cat, has a lovely life as Madame Violette sees to her every need. All seems wonderful until tragedy strikes and Minou suddenly finds herself on her own." 2882 "Minpins, The" "Dahl, Roald & Benson, Patrick (ill)" Puffin UK 2001 9780140568219 3-4 "Magical tale of a small boy, Billy, who journeys into the forest and encounters the Minpins who are extraordinary, little people. They are in fear of an evil creature and Billy must help them defeat it." 6628 Minton goes sailing "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781864485929 3-4 "Minton can't wait to make a boat so that he and his friend, Turtle, can sail to an island on the horizon. There, they meet Bouncer, the acrobat, who has been stranded since she made the most gigantic, enormous jump and flew right out of the city and over the ocean." Minton series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 10684 Minty and Tink "Chichester Clark, Emma " Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842707203 K-2 "When searching for a birthday present for her baby brother, Minty finds a tiny, toy bear who can talk. Instantly, they become the very best of friends and Minty decides that she does not want to give Tink away to her little brother." Minutes of danger series "Heath, Jack" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Minutes of danger series "Heath, Jack" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 75696 "Miracle of the little wooden duck, The" "Wild, Margaret & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Working Title Press 2010 9781921504129 K-2 "Once upon a time, there was a little wooden duck that sat on the windowsill of Annie's bedroom. Every day, Annie stroked the little green duck, wishing it could see and hear and speak to her. But, the little green wooden duck continued to sit silently on the windowsill until, one day, a great gust of wind blew it into the river." 6393 Miracle on Separation Street "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2010 9781406324617 3-4 "Jack and his family go everywhere on foot until his mother gets a cleaning job and saves up the money for a car. They are all very excited about the trips they can do now they have a car. But, the excitement disappears on the second day when the car is gone." 18418 "Miraculous journey of Edward Tulane, The" "DiCamillo, Kate & Ibatoulline, Bagram (ill)" Candlewick Press 2006 9780763625894 5-6 "Edward Tulane, a cold-hearted and proud toy rabbit, loves only himself until he is separated from the little girl who adores him. He travels across the country, acquiring new owners and learning some valuable lessons." 28763 Mirror "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2010 9781406309140 5-6 "This innovative picture book is two stories designed to be read simultaneously. We experience a day in the lives of two boys and their families - one from inner city Sydney, Australia and the other from a small, remote village in Morocco, North Africa." 44895 Mirrormask "Gaiman, Neil & McKean, Dave (ill)" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747599869 7-9 "Raised in a family of circus performers, Helena has always dreamed of leading a more ordinary life. When she is drawn into a strange and magical realm, her real life is stolen by a runaway from the other side. Helena must rescue the realm from chaos in order to win back her not-so-ordinary life. Told in graphic novel style." 259 Misery guts "Gleitzman, Morris" Pan MacMillan 1991 9780330272315 7-9 "Keith's parents have become morose because of the grey, English weather. Keith intends to cheer them up with a trip to tropical, northern Australia." 18577 Misha's treehouse "Hurst, Elise" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408624 3-4 "Misha is messy and her older brother, Paul, can't stand sharing their cluttered room. He begins to rebuild the old treehouse in the yard so she can make her mess there instead." 5434 Miss Hazeltine's Home for Shy and Fearful Cats "Potter, Alicia & Sif, Birgitta (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406362381 K-2 "Miss Hazeltine's Home for Cats helps all kinds of felines. Cats scared of mice, cats scared of birds, cats who can't pounce, and cats who won't purr. Miss Hazeltine runs lots of different lessons and emphasises holding tails high, arching backs and thinking good thoughts. But, under the rug or in the inky-black of under-the-bed lurks little Crumb, the most fearful feline of all. He longs to be brave and courageous." 12081 Miss Lily's fabulous pink feather boa "Wild, Margaret & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Claremont 2002 9780734304582 K-2 "Last Potoroo (a rare and endangered long-footed potoroo) is incredibly lonely, but lacks the courage to search for others of her kind. Shy and timid, her trip to the tropical north is a milestone and a bright pink feather boa changes her life." 54744 Miss Llewellyn-Jones "Forrestal, Elaine & Court, Moira (ill)" Fremantle Press 2008 9781921361173 K-2 "Miss Llewellyn-Jones lives in a windy place and has a lot of trouble keeping her washing on the line. She loses jeans, tops, socks and knickers. But, when she hangs out Teddy, things take a surprising turn." 5930 Miss Llewellyn-Jones goes to town "Forrestal, Elaine & Court, Moira (ill)" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921696046 K-2 "Miss Llewellyn-Jones takes Teddy shopping, with disastrous results. Teddy takes off on an adventure of his own and it takes all his ingenuity to find his way home." 73486 Miss McAllister's ghost "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780702236464 7-9 "When Cassandra and her brothers climb the garden wall hoping to spot the ghost in the old house, they discover an old woman living without electricity in a decaying house. They are drawn into her world long lost, and their developing relationship with Miss McAllister helps them cope with their parents' preoccupation with work, alcohol and their own lives. Some strong language may offend some readers. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 3110 Miss Peregrine's Home for peculiar children "Riggs, Ransom" Quirk Books 2013 9781594746031 7-9 "An horrific family tragedy sets sixteen year old Jacob journeying to a remote island off the coast of Wales, where he discovers the crumbling ruins of Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children. As Jacob explores its abandoned bedrooms and hallways, and a strange collection of very curious photographs, it becomes clear that the children who once lived here were more than just peculiar. They may have been dangerous. One of them was his grandfather. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 36943 Miss Understood "Roy, James" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781864718607 5-6 Lizzie is in trouble again. This time it was bad enough to get her expelled from school. Lizzie never sets out to make trouble but seems to find it without trying. She is willing to try her hardest to show she is worthy of returning to schools and knows that it will take a lot to prove this to her school principal. 5551 Miss Wolf and the porkers "Condon, Bill & Magerl, Caroline (ill)" Penguin 2001 9780141311142 3-4 "Tiny Miss Wolf runs the school library and does it very well, despite a few problems with lizards, rats and cockroaches. She is lucky to have the loyal help of the three Porker children, until one day Miss Wolf arrives to find something terrible." 30857 Missile mouse: the star crusher "Parker, Jake" Scholastic US 2010 9780545117159 5-6 "Well-illustrated, sophisticated comic or simplistic graphic novel, in which Missile Mouse, risk taker and rule-breaking, secret agent for the Galctic Security Agency, takes on his sworn enemies at RIP. They use diabolical gadgets, violent weapons and every sneaky trick possible to save or destroy the universe." 22671 Missing Marvin "DeGennaro, Sue" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769509 K-2 "Marvin loves his job. He has never missed a day of work. Sometimes his friends play jokes to pass the time. Sometimes the jokes are on Marvin. Then, one day, Marvin isnt where he usually is. Where is Marvin? " Mission Fox series "D'Ath, Justin & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" 3-4 "Identical twins, Harry and Jordan, and their giant dog, Myrtle, are the secret agents of Mission Fox, which rescues animals in danger and lost pets. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Mission Survival series "Grylls, Bear" 5-6 "Adventure series.Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 68733 Mission Telemark "Mitchison, Amanda" Walker Books 2010 9781406311044 5-6 "In 1942, four teenagers, trained as Special Operations Agents, are sent deep into Nazi-occupied Norway. Their mission is a dangerous act of sabotage to prevent the Nazis from making the atomic bomb. If they succeed, they must survive for weeks in the frozen wilderness. But, if they fail, Europe faces destruction." 6478 Mister Cassowary "Wheeler, Samantha" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253881 5-6 "City boy, Flynn, goes to Mission Beach with his Dad to prepare Grandad Barney's banana farm for sale. Flynn has never been north before, even when his Grandad was alive. When Flynn meets local girl, Abby, and finds two lost baby cassowaries, he is determined to find out about Grandad's mysterious death, and why his Dad refuses to talk about. And, he wants to know why his Dad is so scared of cassowaries." 21190 Mister Cleghorn's seal "Kerr, Judith" HarperCollins Children's Books 2015 9780008157302 3-4 "When Mr Cleghorn finds an abandoned seal pup on a rock in the middle of the sea, he decides he can't leave it. He brings it home to his flat. This is the story of what happened to Mr Cleghorn and Charlie, the seal, in their determination to find a home for Charlie and, incidentally, happiness for them both." 16798 Mister Creecher "Priestley, Chris" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408827987 7-9 "Suitable for mature readers. We follow the growing relationship between a young pickpocket and 'the creature', as together they pursue the elusive Dr Frankenstein. Set in 1800s London. " 10476 Mister Magnolia "Blake, Quentin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780099400424 K-2 "Mr Magnolia has many things including an old trumpet that goes rooty-toot, some very fat owls that are learning to hoot, a big purple dinosaur who's a magnificent brute and a swimming pool. But, he only has one boot." 13440 Mister seahorse "Carle, Eric" Puffin Australia 2004 9780140569896 K-2 Mister seahorse carries his babies about and meets other male baby carriers in the ocean. 957 Mister Whistler "Mahy, Margaret & Bishop, Gavin (ill)" Gecko Press 2012 9781877467912 3-4 "Mr Whistler is a joyful man, always very finely dressed, and who is forever challenged by an urge to sing and dance. When he arrives at the train station he cannot help but dance along to the music in his head to the delight of his fellow commuters. But as the train approaches, just where did he put that train ticket." 260 Mistress Masham's repose "White, T H" Antique Collectors Club 2001 9781851497003 7-9 Maria discovers a group of Lilliputians and must protect them from her governess and a cunning vicar. 8372 Mixing it "Hayes, Rosemary" Frances Lincoln 2007 9781845074951 7-9 "Fatimah is a devout Muslim. Steve has never given much thought to faith. Both are in the street the day a terrorist bomb explodes and their lives are changed forever. While their families are breaking down barriers, the terrorists have another target in mind. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18419 Mo "McCaughrean, Geraldine" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340911099 3-4 "Mo is no ordinary mobile phone. She can't do what she should but she can tell the future and there's danger ahead. Mo is on the run from an alien planet. When Shane offers to mind her while she's on Earth, he gets more than he bargained for." 6040 "Mobile phone detective, The" "Moloney, James" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143304838 5-6 "Renton is visiting his dad in France and everything is brilliant until they stumble across a suspicious meeting by the beach. When his father disappears, it's up to Renton to save the day even though he doesn't speak French and can't drive. Luckily, Renton has his mobile phone." 4902 Moby Dick "Melville, Herman & Needle, Jan (pres) & Benson, Patrick (ill)" Walker Books 2006 9780744586220 7-9 "The classic tale of Captain Ahab who has sworn vengeance on Moby Dick, the white whale that took his leg, told through the eyes of the sailor, Ishmael. Ahab's bitter hatred threatens to destroy everyone. Evocative drawings, the gorier practices of nineteenth century whaling and insightful notes on Melville's deeper themes compellingly invite readers to discover the full text. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18695 Mokie and Bik "Orr, Wendy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741145502 3-4 "Mokie and Bik live on a boat with Laddie, the dog, Slow, the sleepy turtle, and Ruby who sings all day. Dad is on his ship at sea, Mum is busy arting. But, underfoot or overboard, the twins have twice as much fun as anyone else." 85890 Mole hunt "Collins, Paul" Ford Street Publishing 2011 9781921665264 7-9 "In a galaxy of cutthroat companies, shadowy clans and hidden agendas, spy agency RIM barely wields enough control to keep order. Maximus Black, a cold-blooded killer, is RIM's star cadet but he has a problem. Someone is after him. One of RIM's best agents, Anneke Longshadow, knows there's a mole in the organisation. And, Maximus has a lot to hide. Includes violence and murder. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13329 Molly & Mae "Parker, Danny & Blackwood, Freya (I'll)" Little Hare Books 2016 9781742975276 K-2 "Friendship is like a train journey. There are happy moments, boring moments and exciting moments. There's also anger and loneliness. And, there is forgiveness." 90027 Molly and her dad "Ormerod, Jan & Thompson, Carol (ill)" Little Hare Books 2008 9781921272554 K-2 "Molly loves to tell stories especially about her Dad who lives a whole plane ride away. When Molly finally gets the chance to meet him, she and the kids at school wonder what he will be like. A tender story about modern families." 8675 Molly and Pim and the millions of stars "Murray, Martine" Text Publishing Co 2015 9781925240085 5-6 "Molly has a strange life. At dawn, her mama collects herbs and makes potions, and her house feels like a gypsy caravan. Molly wishes she could be more like her best friend, Ellen, who has a normal life. But, she is also drawn to Pim, who is inquisitive and odd and a little bit frightening. When Molly's mama makes a potion that has a wild and shocking effect, Molly and Pim look for a way to make things right." 47245 Molly the pirate "Teece, Lorraine & Seden, Paul (ill)" Magabala Books 2017 9781925360660 K-2 "Young Molly's imagination knows no bounds when she transforms her Australian backyard into an adventure playground on the high seas. Molly conjures up a pirate ship on her inland horizon and takes her loyal cat and dog along for the ride as she rows across the choppy ocean to the unsuspecting pirates. On board, she meets a feisty crew of salty buccaneers who look suspiciously like her own farmyard chickens. They are no match for Molly's daring exploits as she walks the plank, dances jolly jigs, scrambles up the rigging, or is that a clothesline? And steers the ship like a true seafaring adventurer." 94615 Molly's memory jar "Spaulding, Norma & Grantford, Jacqui (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042355 3-4 "Molly feels lost after the death of her dog, Lucy, so her dad creates a colourful Memory Jar with her, to always remind her of the good times." 130926 Mom and dad are palindromes "Shulman, Mark" Chronicle Books 2006 9780811843287 3-4 "A humorous look at palindromes, although with some American spelling. Bob is surrounded by palindromes, indeed he is one himself. Palindromes are everywhere and there seems to be no escape from them." 1987 Monkey and me "Gilman, David" Penguin 2014 9780143308232 5-6 "Beanie, nicknamed due to hair loss during leukaemia treatment, is a normal, intelligent almost ten year old, getting up to mischief with the best of them. When Beanie, with his older brother's gang, explores the derelict Black Gate, an overhead thumping spooks them. Beanie discovers the cause - a chimpanzee. With the gang's help, in particular their new deaf, signing female member, he attempts to hide Malcolm with hilarious consequences." 8118 Monkey come home "Gallate, Bernard" ABC Books 2007 9780733320996 5-6 "When Avery finds Earl, the monkey, he hides him in his room. His parents are surprised at how much fruit Avery is eating and his mother thinks he needs deodorant. Avery must help Eric before he is discovered by the wrong people." 5409 Monkey hill gold "Bernard, Patricia" Cool Dude Books 1992 9781862911338 5-6 A miner from the 1860s and his nine year old companion find themselves in contemporary Sydney after their mining blast coincides with 20th century excavation. 10792 Monkey puzzle "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Koala Books 2001 9781580482028 K-2 "Monkey has lost his mum and a butterfly tries to help him find her. Monkey's descriptions of her lead the butterfly to lots of animals but not mum. Monkey thinks he will never find his mum, but butterfly is persistent." 44537 Monkey Red Monkey Blue "Greenberg, Nicki" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9780618462643 K-2 "The house is quiet and everyone is asleep except for Monkey Blue, Monkey Red and their friend Chameleon, who is quick to suggest a midnight feast. Soon, the monkeys are feasting on popcorn, spaghetti, hot dogs, fruit and more. Chameleon is a little too enthusiastic and, soon, there is a big foody mess everywhere." 3584 Monsieur Albert rides to glory "Smith, Peter and Graham, Bob (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742376806 K-2 "Monsieur Albert enters the Grand Cycle Race, but he's up against Francois, the champion of France. Can he possibly win?" 3992 Monsieur Chat "Robaard, Jedda " The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760405007 K-2 "Josephine and Pierre live on different floors in the same old building, but have never met. Each spends their days alone, until a very determined little cat arrives, with a plan of his own." 19518 Monster "Daddo, Andrew & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2010 9780733322754 K-2 "Some monsters are scary, with pointy teeth and snuffly grunts, and they smell. You would never invite them to sleep over. But, there are other monsters that are cute and full of surprises." Monster Blood Tattoo series "Cornish, D M" 7-9 "Monster Blood Tattoo trilogy is a world of predatory monsters, chemical potions and surgically altered people. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 48515 "Monster calls, A" "Ness, Patrick & Kay, Jim (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406311525 7-9 "The monster showed up just after midnight. But, it isn't the monster thirteen year old Conor has been expecting. He expected the one from his nightmare, the one he's had nearly every night since his mother started her treatments for cancer. This monster is different, it's something ancient and wild, and tells Conor three stories. The monster wants the most dangerous thing of all from Conor, it wants the truth. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 4287 Monster chef "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742838250 K-2 "Marcel was a monster who was lumpy and grumpy and just not scary. But one day, Marcel discovers that his cooking can give kids a fright, so his perfect new job begins." 2921 "Monster fish, The" "Thiele, Colin & Smith, Craig (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862913912 3-4 "It's time for the Big Boomer Fishing Contest and Ben's family is taking part. His cousin, Andy, wants to come too but Dad thinks Andy is clumsy and will fall overboard. But, Andy surprises them all and so do two, big fish." 13880 "Monster Hole, The" "Small, Mary & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Penguin 2003 9780143300267 3-4 "Mr and Mrs Snottygobble want a beautiful garden so they can win the garden competition. When a monster hole appears in their garden, they don't know how to get rid of it." 18754 "Monster machine, The" "Robinson, Nicola L." Pavilion 2012 9781843652007 K-2 "When a boy and his dad build an amazing monster-making machine, all sorts of monsters come tumbling out. They discover that other monsters live far away so once again it is time to make an amazing machine. One to take them to the land of monsters." 50790 "Monster maintenance manual: a spotter's guide, The" "Macinnis, Peter & Thomas, Adele K (ill)" Pier 9 2010 9781741968088 3-4 "If you have ever wondered why a sock mysteriously disappears after the wash or why your shoelaces get tangled into tricky knots, then you probably have a monster problem. Or, more specifically, two monster problems with a gobblesock living behind your washing machine and a shoelace monster under your bed." 773 Monster republic "Horton, Ben" Corgi Books 2010 9780552560573 7-9 "On a school visit to a nuclear power plant, Cameron Reilly and other students are killed by an explosion, created by a mad scientist to gather more subjects for genetic experimentation. Cameron and the others are physically altered, with scavenged body parts and bionic implants, to create an army of superhuman soldiers." 7624 "Monster who ate darkness, The" "Dunbar, Joyce & Liao, Jimmy (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406308679 K-2 "Jo-Jo is afraid of the dark, so a monster comes and eats all of the darkness until there is none left. Perhaps Jo-Jo will be able to sleep now." 18561 "Monster wrote me a letter, A" "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865046013 K-2 "When a boy replies to a letter meant for the monster who lives under his bed, he discovers that another monster is coming to play. The boy studies up on how to appeal to a monster, while the monster is panicking about how to play with a boy." 29836 Monsters "Fienberg, Anna & Gamble, Kim & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760293369 5-6 "Tildy knows there are monsters - lolling on her cushions, reading her books, hiding under her bed. They're everywhere! So why can nobody else see them? They make Tildy monstrously miserable, until the new boy comes to school. Hendrik knows there are monsters too, and he knows exactly what to do about them. " 897 Monsters love colors "Austin, Mike" Harper 2013 9780062125941 K-2 Explosions of colour erupt from every page where the monsters demonstrate the mixing of colour to create new ones. The primary colours are also described with rhyming sounds which creates much fun. 24015 Monstroso "Higson, Charles" Puffin UK 2010 9780141328454 3-4 "Oscar is not looking forward to Grandad looking after him. It means endless rounds of chess or Monopoly, instead of war games on his computer. When he finds Dad's ancient laptop in the study, Oscar logs on to something called Project X and creates a real live warrior, who is programmed to obey Oscar's every command. But, Monstroso's wires are more than a little crossed and Oscar is in all sorts of trouble." 4441 Moo and Moo and Little Calf too "Millton, Jane & Hinde, Deborah (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781877505928 K-2 "It's the middle of the night, and the big super moon is high in the sky. All the cows are fast asleep, until...the earth begins to shake and quake! Uh-oh! This is the true story of the famous Kaikoura cows and their remarkable adventure." 40125 Moo and Moo and you can guess who? "Millton, Jane & Hinde, Deborah (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760631611 K-2 "The famous Kaikoura earthquake cows are back! What have they been up to since they were rescued? Nine months on, Moo and Moo are about to embark on yet another remarkable adventure." 31332 Moo: Talk to the farm animals "Lester, Alison" ABC Books 2007 9780733318467 K-2 Make all the noises of the farm animals. Lots of rhyme and colourful illustrations. 28739 Moon at nine "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760111977 7-9 "With the overthrow of the Shah in Iran, the very conservative, religious government controls every facet of life. Fifteen year old Farrin must keep quiet about her mother's political activities and lavish lifestyle. When Farrin meets funny, outgoing Sadira and they fall in love, the relationship takes a dangerous turn. It is against the law to be gay, the punishment is death. Some violence, usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 129371 Moon bear rescue "Dale, Kim" Lothian Books 2006 9780734409386 5-6 "A village opts to send a lost bear cub to a rescue sanctuary rather than sell it to a bear farm, where it would have died of chronic infections after being """"milked"""" of bile for Chinese medicines, the plight of Asiatic black bears in Southern China." 69236 Moon over Manifest "Vanderpool, Clare" Delacorte Press 2010 9780385738835 7-9 "It's the Great Depression, and Abilene and her dad have moved around a lot, just trying to survive. Abilene is sent to stay in Manifest, a small town in Kansas, where her dad lived as a boy. When Abilene discovers a box of mementos under the floorboards, she begins to solve many mysteries about her Dad's past and the town of Manifest, and to come to terms with her own personal questions." 42474 "Moon shines out of the dark, The" "Dowrick, Stephanie and Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742375656 K-2 "Harry loves to know when things are going to happen. Exactly. Mum usually says 'Time to get up', 'Time for the bus' and 'Time to sleep now, Harry'. But Mum's been away for ages. And Harry has had to guess what's coming next. One cold, cloudy night, Harry stays awake, thinking and wondering... Will the moon shine out of the dark?" 27074 Moon station "Flynn, Rachel & Watson, Judy (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304524 3-4 "For his Grade Five project, Williams must design a moon station. He has just one week to finish it and wonders if his parents can do a good enough job to win him a prize." 3542 Moon's messenger "Kroll, Virginia & Celej, Zuzanna (ill)" Cuento De Luz 2015 9788416147205 3-4 "Moon knew it was unusual to see a green turtle. Out of all the sea turtles in the world, they were the species that was most at risk. But when the turtle beckoned her to come, Moon knew it wanted to show her something. " 76640 Moon: Apollo 11 and beyond "Stewart, Ross" Oxford University Press 2009 9780199116911 7-9 "The Moon is the only natural satellite of the Earth and, since prehistoric times, it has been an object of fascination. Even after man has walked on the moon, it has retained its romantic appeal. The fortieth anniversary of the Moon landing provides an opportunity to look at that historic journey and to view the Moon from historic, scientific, artistic, literary and musical angles." 12221 Moonlight "Ormerod, Jan" Lothrop Lee & Shepard 1982 9780688008468 K-2 "As two parents attempt to help their child fall asleep at bedtime, they find they are becoming more and more sleepy. A book without text that tells the story through pictures." 43484 Moonrise "Crossan, Sarah" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408878439 7-9 "Joe hasn't seen his brother for ten years and it's for the most brutal of reasons. Ed is on death row. Now Ed's execution date has been set and this might be the last summer they have together. A novel that uses the beauty of lyrical verse to represent the ethical issues surrounding an ugly part of the American justice system but more importantly it is a story about knowing who someone is beyond the public perception of their guilt. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 7163 "Moose is loose, The" "Carthew, Mark & Stanton, Matt (ill)" ABC Books 2013 9780733331015 K-2 "When the sneaky, slippery and sly animals on the train escape, it's up to Mac and Bruce to get them back onboard." 3847 Mopoke "Bunting, Philip" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742991658 K-2 This is a mopoke. Mopoke loves peace and quiet. He is about to find out that you can't always get what you want. 570746 More and more and more "Mutch, Ian" Fremantle Press 2018 9781925591545 K-2 "Henry Harper loves collecting. But what happens when more and more becomes too much? " 11114 More caps for sale "Slobodkina, Esphyr & Mulhearn Sayer, Ann Marie" Harper 2015 9780062405456 K-2 "After finally getting his caps back from a group of mischievous monkeys, the peddlar begins to walk home. He does not look back. He does not see the monkeys following him. Right foot, left foot, right foot, all in step. Now, those pesky monkeys are sitting in a tree in the pedlar's backyard." 9440 More giggles and dreams "Kosseris, Annette" self-published 1997 9780646298740 3-4 An illustrated collection of poems from an Australian poet. 2937 More than gold "Heffernan, John" Margaret Hamilton 2000 9781876289478 7-9 "As thirteen year old Bosnian refugee, Raiko, trains with an Aboriginal mate, Jay, his Olympic dream quickly draws both the local doctor and soccer coach to his side." 12275 Morris's disappearing bag "Wells, Rosemary" Puffin UK 2000 9780142300046 K-2 "Morris's older siblings share each other's noisy toys but no-one wants to play with Morris until he finds a very special present left under the tree and disappears. Now, everyone wants to play with Morris's present." 3323 Mort "Chatterton, Martin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753157 5-6 "By a quirk of DNA and luck, Mortimer De Vere and his family live for millennia. It has its advantages, even when you've lived for ten thousand years longer than the average ten year old. When unwelcome visitors arrive, Mort and his sister have to deal with some of the stranger hobbies they've tried to keep secret from one another and the outside world. Today, might be one of the most eventful in Mort's very long life." 855 Mortal combat: time's running out "Chatterton, Martin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753164 5-6 "Mort, a mere 10 000 year old boy is on a time-travel adventure and causing chaos as he hurtles through history in his Retro, from World War II to the time of dinosaurs, Vikings and Spanish galleons, having ignored the warnings of his cloned friend Oppy about the possibility of causing a catastrophic rift in time." Mortal engines series "Reeve, Philip" 7-9 "A ravaged earth is home to predatory cities that move, and an aggressive armed alliance of rebels in the green movement. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 1118 Mortal fire "Knox, Elizabeth" Gecko Press 2013 9781877579530 7-9 "Sixteen year old Canny has always been a little different and able to see something 'Extra'. When she joins her stepbrother to research a strange coal mine disaster, Canny discovers an enchanted valley with children who can perform a strange type of magic. With the help of the alluring Ghislain, Canny starts to untangle the mysteries of the valley, only to find out that its secrets are hers, too. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Mortal instruments series "Clare, Cassandra" 7-9 "An urban fantasy series set in New York, a city that never sleeps and home to evil spirits, angels, warlocks, faeries and shadowhunters. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 35796 Mortified "Chatterton, Martin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742758886 5-6 "Mortimer DeVere and his sister Agnetha are 10 000 years old and desperate to avoid school. They use a time traveling machine to flee from the strict teacher who would enslave them. As they travel through time and other lands they meet historical figures who are all eccentric. How are they going to navigate between crocodiles, zombies, weird authors and Queen Victoria." 12456 Moses the kitten "Herriot, James & Barrett, Peter (ill)" Pan Macmillan London 1988 9780330293174 K-2 "Moses is a lost, bedraggled kitten who goes to live on a farm. He adopts a very unusual mother." Mosquito Advertising series "Hunter, Kate" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18377 Mosquito bite "Siy, Alexandra & Kunkel, Dennis (ill)" Charlesbridge Publishing 2005 9781570915918 5-6 "As children play hide-and-seek on a hot summer night, a mosquito, Culex, hides and seeks as well. She must find foodblood to nourish the eggs in her body. Full of facts and interesting pictures." 7801 "Most beautiful lantern, The" "Heinrich, Sally" Lothian Books 2007 9780734408600 3-4 The Chinese mid-autumn festival is celebrated with a parade through streets with colourful lanterns. Mei-Ling has trouble choosing her lantern because she wants it to be the most beautiful lantern in the parade. 2944 "Most colourful frog in the world, The" "Morris, Julie D" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865042343 3-4 "A discontented, brown frog discovers the advantage of an unobtrusive skin colour in this appealing story about self-acceptance." 35554 "Most important thing, The: Stories about sons, fathers and grandfathers" "Wortis, Avi & Wilkins, Sarah (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925381634 5-6 "In this compellingly honest collection of stories, Avi introduces seven boys seeking acceptance, guidance, or just someone to look up to. Luke sees the ghost of his father. Paul takes a camping trip with the grandfather he's just met. And Ryan has some surprising questions for his potential stepfather. Each story shines a different light on the question, 'What's the most important thing a father can do for his son?'" 485 Most loved monster "Downey, Lynn & Davis, Jack E (ill)" Penguin 2004 9780143501596 3-4 Mama loves all her little monsters no matter how disgusting their personal habits or special talents are. Hair balls wrapped in seaweed are pretty disgusting. 43423 "Most magical girl, A" "Foxlee, Karen & MacKay, Elly (ill)" Knopf Publishing Group 2016 9780553512861 5-6 "In 1867 London, twelve year old Annabel Grey is primed for a life as a proper young lady. But, when she is placed in the care of two ageing great aunts who run a magic shop, Annabel is thrust into a world of potions, broomsticks, wands and wizards. Evil Mr Angel and his terrifying dark magic extracting machine want to put an end to good magic for ever. The wizards have dreamt of Annabel, the most magical girl, to save London. But, Annabel doesn't even believe in magic or understand the strange powers inside her." 12389 "Most magnificent mosque, The" "Jungman, Ann" Frances Lincoln 2004 9781845070120 3-4 "Three naughty boys, Rashid, Samuel and Miguel, plague visitors to the mosque at Cordoba with their tricks. As punishment, the boys are forced to work in the mosque gardens. Later, the three friends reunite to save the church." 23491 "Most marvellous spelling bee mystery, The" "Abela, Deborah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143786689 5-6 "India Wimple won the Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee and is now invited to London for an international spelling showdown. The town of Yungabilla join forces to help her and her family travel to London. India and her family are invited to Buckingham Palace and she meets old friends and new spellers. When some mysterious incidents threaten to jeopardise the finals, the group sets out to discover who is involved and why." 7656 "Most wonderful thing in the world, The" "French, Vivian & Barrett, Angela (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406339680 K-2 "When a king and a queen promise to marry their daughter, Lucia, to the man who can show them the most wonderful thing in the world, suitors descend on the palace, bearing ever more amazing and exotic gifts. But, nothing feels quite right, and the king and queen are exhausted. When a shy, young man, who isn't a suitor, steps forward, the king and queen finally understand what the most wonderful thing in the world really is." 15430 Mostly true story of Matthew and Trim "Golds, Cassandra & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Penguin 2005 9780143302179 5-6 "Mostly true account of the tragic but inspiring life of Matthew Flinders and his cat, Trim. They relate their adventures, as they map and explore Australia, and their eventful return to England. Graphic novel." 5952 "Mother fox and her cubs, The" "Momenceau, Amandine" Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd 2016 9780500650899 K-2 "At the edge of the forest, Mother Fox gazes fondly at her young frolicking in the snow. But, the cubs venture a bit too far and, all of a sudden, they vanish. Mother Fox sets off in search of them but there are so many trees and the snow is very deep. Finding them is going to be tricky. Maybe, you can help. " 12001 Mother Goose remembers "Beaton, Clare (ill)" Barefoot books 2000 9781841480732 K-2 "Childhood favourites illustrated with hand-sewn designs, using antique fabrics, felt, beads, braids, lace, buttons, and bric-a-brac. In each scene, a single stitched feather floats for young readers to discover." 2194 Motormouth "Clark, Sherryl" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304432 5-6 "Since Chris lost his best mate, Dave, cars are all he really cares about. Then Josh Carter moves to town. His dad is a famous racing car driver and everyone wants to be Josh's friend. But as Chris soon discovers, Josh is a bit of a motormouth, and that's where the trouble begins." 12949 Mountain biking: extreme sports "Osborne, Ian" Raintree 2003 9781844430901 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, diagrams and a glossary of terms, this book tells you about the history, the clothing and equipment, and basic techniques of mountain biking." 12947 Mountains: extreme sports "Chapman, Garry" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780732964597 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, extreme facts, mountain jargon and a glossary of terms, this book tells you all you've ever wanted to know about climbing mountains." 262 "Mouse and his child, The" "Hoban, Russell" Faber & Faber 2000 9780571202225 5-6 "Here is a sweet tale about a pair of wind up mechanical mice, a father and son, who embark on a quest to become self-winding." 9463 "Mouse and the motorcycle, The" "Cleary, Beverly" HarperCollins US 1990 9780380709243 3-4 "A reckless, young mouse, named Ralph, makes friends with a boy in room 215 of the Mountain View Inn and discovers the joys of motorcycling." 1836 Mouse bird snake wolf "Almond, David & McKean, Dave (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781406322897 5-6 "In a safe and calm world, three children conjure, from twigs and leaves and stones, a mousy thing, a chirpy thing, and a twisty legless thing. But as the children's ideas grow bolder, the power of their visions proves greater and more dangerous than they, or the gods, could ever have imagined." 7875 Mouse mansion: Sam & Julia "Schaapman, Karina" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781743312995 K-2 "Julia lives on the sixth floor of Mouse Mansion in a tiny room with her mother. Julia is super curious and very stubborn. Sam lives in the middle of Mouse Mansion with his mum, dad, brothers and sisters. Sam is super shy and very well-behaved. But when he is with Julia, Sam finds himself doing things he normally wouldn't dare. The two mice are inseparable. And together they get up to all sorts of fun ..." 15428 Mouse opera "Wolfe, Richard & Pamela" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781869434700 3-4 All the mice are preparing for a grand opera show. It is a race to see if they can get everything done from learning their lines to making sure the toilets are clean before opening night. 9379 "Mousehole cat, The" "Barber, Antonia & Bayley, Nicola (ill)" Walker Books 1993 9780744523539 3-4 "Mowser, the cat, lives at the far end of England in a town called Mousehole, with Old Tom, the fisherman. They lead a very pleasant life until the day they have to brave the Storm-Cat to bring food to the children at Christmastime." 12111 Moving house "Hunter, Rebecca" Evans Bros 2000 9780237520199 K-2 Sarah tells the story of moving house. She shares her fears at leaving her old home and her joy when she discovers a new friend. Includes notes on how to prepare children for moving. 6162 "Mozart question, The" "Morpurgo, Michael" Walker Books 2007 9781406306484 7-9 "A moving tale of secrets and survival bound together by the power of music. When Lesley is sent to interview world-renowned violinist Paulo Levi, she is told that she can ask him anything at all -- except the Mozart question and that presents no problem at all because she has no idea of what that means. " 1332 Mozzie and Midgie "MacLeod, Doug & Okalyi, Sandy (ill)" Working Title Press 2011 9781921504310 K-2 "When Mozzie and Midgie meet a colourful parrot who boasts of being the most beautiful bird on the island, the two young spoonbills set off to find out what could make them beautiful and special." 46936 "Mozzie with a sharp snozzie, The" "Goundortseva, Irina" Big Sky Publishing 2016 9781925275964 K-2 "Everyone adored the beautiful butterflies that gathered around the pond. Mozzie most of all. One day he gathered up his courage and asked if he could fly around with them. But beautiful butterflies do not hang out with ugly, boring mosquitoes. He comes up with cunning plan to become a beautiful butterfly that just might work." 9627 Mr Archimedes' bath "Allen, Pamela" HarperCollins Australia 1991 9780207172854 K-2 Mr Archimedes and his animal friends try to work out why the water always overflows when they have a bath together. Mr Badger series "Hobbs, Leigh" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3078 Mr Bambuckle's remarkables "Harris, Tim & Hart, James" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143785859 5-6 "When a new teacher arrives for the class in room 12B, the students are in for a surprise. Mr. Bambuckle is riding a unicycle and cooking his breakfast and already knows each student's name and background. He is just the teacher these students have always wanted, learning is fun and they do not even know they are doing it. Unfortunately, the principal is not so pleased and is doing all he can to replace Mr Bambuckle." 8159 Mr Bean's definitive and extremely marvellous guide to France "Driscol, Robin & Hease, Tony" Bloomsbury 2007 9780747589570 5-6 Mr Bean gives advice on preparing for an overseas trip in the format of a scrapbook recording his trip to France. He provides advice on how to enjoy French food and art and even suggestions on how to mix important things together. 9585 Mr Biffy's battle "Tulloch, Richard" Penguin 1997 9780140558722 3-4 Two busking clowns get into a dispute over who owns the territory they work. Their competitive antics provide much humour in this glorious romp that explores resolving conflict. 15919 Mr Billy's goat "Stafford, Liliana" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136948 K-2 The farm animals are left alone while Mr Billy goes off to buy new trousers. They get up to mischief while he is away and the goat eats his suit coat. Just as well Mr Billy doesn't buy the new trousers. 1099 Mr Birdsnest and the house next door "Donaldson, Julia & Shaw, Hannah (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742837109 3-4 "Elmo and his sister love to play in the jungle house next door until mean Mr Birdsnest moves in and the garden is out of bounds. But when Granny goes missing, the children decide to go to the rescue even if it means going into Mr Birdsnest's house." 2056 Mr Bliss "Tolkien, J R R" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2007 9780007255337 3-4 "Eccentric Mr Bliss, a man notable for his immensely tall hats and the girabbit in his garden, takes the whimsical decision to buy a motor car. But, his first drive to visit friends quickly becomes a catalogue of disasters. Some of these could be blamed on Mr Bliss's style of driving but even he could not anticipate being hijacked by three bears." 34679 Mr Bunny's chocolate factory "Dolan, Elys" Oxford University Press 2016 9780192746207 K-2 Do you want to know how chocolate eggs are made? Step inside Mr Bunny's chocolate factory to find out! 10815 Mr Chicken arriva a Roma "Hobbs, Leigh " Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266771 K-2 "Mr Chicken's taste for travel is insatiable. Now, it's time to visit Rome, a city of ancient wonders, Vespa motorcycles and delicious things to eat." 44090 Mr Chicken goes to Paris "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741757699 3-4 "Mr Chicken flies to Paris to see his friend, Yvette. He visits all the tourist attractions such as the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, and he loves the French food. When it comes time to fly home, Mr Chicken finds he has a big problem." 6522 Mr Chicken lands on London "Hobbs, Leigh " Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743315927 K-2 "London is Mr Chicken's favourite city in the whole world and he can't wait to see all the sights. He's a chicken with style so, naturally, he stays at the Savoy. After a full English breakfast, his first stop is Buckingham Palace to visit his special friend, the Queen. And on he goes, visiting all the famous places. Mr Chicken can certainly keep up a hectic pace." 10008 Mr Darcy "Field, Alex & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928406 K-2 Mr Darcy is a rather reserved and gentle duck who lives in the best park. He feels very important and he likes to tip his very tall hat. Mr Darcy's life is a little lonely until he discovers that it's alright to let friends into his life. 1160 Mr Darcy the dancing duck "Field, Alex & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2013 9781921928178 K-2 Mr Darcy is a very popular duck with many friends to greet as he takes his morning walk. By the end of his walk he is very unhappy because everyone is dancing in joy because it is spring and Mr Darcy can't dance. With his friends' help he gains his confidence to join in the spring dances. 11430 Mr Eight "Eastaugh, Sharyn & Gordon, Gus (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305569 3-4 "Henry is in the pet shop to get himself a new pet but he doesn't want anything ordinary, like a kitten or a puppy. To his mum's dismay, he chooses Mr Eight, a giant octopus, who is more than the usual handful. And, he has a troubled past." 6664 Mr George Baker "Hest, Amy & Muth, Jon J (ill)" Candlewick Press 2007 9780763633080 3-4 "George is one hundred years old but he is learning to read with his pal, Harry." Mr Gum series Various 5-6 "This funny series is about Mr Gum, a truly nasty old man, as well as a little girl, an evil butcher, heroes and sweets and Jake the dog. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12170 Mr Gumpy's outing "Burningham, John" Red Fox 2001 9780099408796 K-2 Mr Gumpy's boat becomes a miniature ark when he takes two children and various animals for a ride. Everyone's having a lovely time until disaster strikes. 9806 Mr Huff "Walker, Anna" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670078042 3-4 "Bill is having a bad day. Mr Huff is following him around and making everything seem difficult. Bill tries to get rid of him but Mr Huff just gets bigger and bigger. Then, they both stop and a surprising thing happens. " Mr McGee series "Allen, Pamela" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4228 Mr Moon wakes up "Sharpe, Jemima" Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846436932 K-2 "Mr Moon always sleeps. He naps during hide-and-seek, passes out on puzzles and dozes during adventure stories. But when we go to sleep, Mr Moon wakes up and what adventures we go on." 25789 Mr Moonlight "Carroll, Jane & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305552 3-4 Something is making a weird noise under the house at night. It's not a possum or a rat. Tom can't wait to find out what it is. 15121 Mr Noah and the cats "Farrer, Vashti & Curtis, Neil (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406309 3-4 "All Mr Noah wants is a bit of peace and quiet but God has told him to build an ark and take on board two kinds of every animal. With all the animals on board, life suddenly becomes very noisy for Mr Noah." 649 Mr Ouchy's first day "Hennessy, B G & Meisel, Paul (ill)" Putnam 2006 9780399242489 K-2 "Kids are not the only ones who stay awake, nervous and wondering about their first day at school. Mr Ouchy, who's not grouchy, finds that his new students have enough questions and energy to make him feel at ease." 2879 Mr Pusskins "Lloyd, Sam" Orchard Books 2008 9781846165245 K-2 "From the moment Mr Pusskins spies the prize for Best In Show, he is smitten. He just has to get his paws on that trophy and nothing is going to stand in his way, not even that mean, double-crossing poodle, Madame Fifi Foo-Foo." 5139 Mr Pusskins and Little Whiskers "Lloyd, Sam" Orchard Books 2007 9781846165238 K-2 "What is the fabulous surprise for Mr Pusskins? The hideous noise that was the reason for Mr Pusskins being put outside, may not have been made by him." 9577 Mr Rabbit and the lovely present "Zolotow, Charlotte & Sendak, Maurice (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780099432951 K-2 A little girl doesn't know what to give her mother for her birthday but Mr Rabbit helps her with ideas based on her mother's favourite colours. 9391 Mr Romanov's garden in the sky "Newton, Robert" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780143309307 7-9 "Living in the commission, Lexie is left to fend for herself. Her mother is mostly absent, out searching for something to help her forget the tragic death of Lexie's dad. After witnessing the aftermath of a shocking incident, Lexie finds solace in the most unlikely of places, a troubled old man called The Creeper. A chance, life-saving encounter on the commission's roof seeds a friendship between the two and when they enlist the help of Lexie's friend Davey, the three set off on a epic journey; one that will change their lives forever. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17490 Mr Trim and Miss Jumble "Boxall, Ed" Walker Books 2005 9781844289554 3-4 "Mr Trim is neat and tidy with a neat and tidy class. When he's sick, he's replaced by Miss Jumble who untidies everything." 4604 Mr Tripp smells a rat "McKay, Sandy & Paul, Ruth (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529061 3-4 "Lily's teacher, Mr Tripp, says everyone is good at something. Lily can hold her breath for ages. Jessie can do a cartwheel with one hand and Jamie is good at drawing frogs. Mr Tripp is good at two things. He can tell really good jokes and he has a clever nose. But, when Ricky Rider's pet rat escapes from its cage, Mr Tripp must be brave and sniff it out." 59668 Mr William Shakespeare's plays "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2009 9781406323344 7-9 "Take your place in the Globe Theatre of Shakespeare's day to see seven of his best-loved plays in performance. Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, Julius Caesar, The Winter's Tale and The Tempest are all brought life in comic-strip versions, which include the bard's own dialogue and the rowdy remarks of the audience." 12003 Mrs Armitage and the big wave "Blake, Quentin" Jonathan Cape 1997 9780224046299 K-2 "Mrs Armitage and her little dog paddle out to surf the Big Wave. Waiting for the wave is boring, hot and maybe even dangerous so she makes frequent return trips to shore to get things. They still may not know what to do when the Big Wave arrives." Mrs Honey series "Adams, Pam" K-2 "Humorous tales about the misfortunes of the lovable grandmother, Mrs Honey, and her cat. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15103 Mrs McTats and her houseful of cats "Capucilli, Alyssa Satin & Rankin, Joan (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2003 9780743462068 K-2 "Mrs McTats lives alone except for her cat. Soon, cats in twos, threes and fours come to her door until the house is bursting. But, something, or someone, is missing." 2968 Mrs Millie's painting "Ottley, Matt" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733608827 3-4 "Mrs Millie loves to grow flowers but they never win any prizes, so she paints pictures of beautiful, exotic flowers instead. Suddenly her painting comes to life, and is trailing out the window leading to adventure." 89931 Mrs Muffly's monster "Dyer, Sarah " Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847800404 K-2 "Mrs Muffly lives by herself in a house on top of a hill. She's always been a bit strange but, lately, she's been acting very, very strangely. When Mrs Muffly buys huge amounts of butter, eggs, flour, sugar and jam, she must be keeping something very, very large in her house." 9707 Mrs Pepperpot again "Proysen, Alf" Random House Canada 1999 9780099318002 3-4 "Mrs Pepperpot has an enormous, little problem. She shrinks and finds herself facing all sorts of funny situations of giant-sized proportions. Whether it's a brown bear or a moose on the loose, clever Mrs Pepperpot is always ready." 4473 Mrs White and the red desert "Boyle, Josie & Prewett, Maggie (ill)" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9781925360578 K-2 Mrs White was in the higgledy-piggledy garden. Suddenly billowing over the hill came a big red sand storm. 2886 Mrs Whitlam "Pascoe, Bruce & Gibbs, Tracey (ill)" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360240 5-6 "Marnie Clark adores horses and helps out at the local riding stables. She dreams of owning a horse but her Dad is out of work and the family is very poor. Through sad circumstances, Marnie is gifted Mrs Margaret Whitlam, a beautiful Clydesdale, who is bold, fearless and able to jump anything. From the very first ride, Marnie and Maggie get more adventure than they bargained for. Soon, Marnie is learning to negotiate newfound friendships, the pony club and how to stand up for what she believes in." 1182 Mrs Wilkinson's chooks "Peguero, Leone" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091829360 K-2 "Mrs Wilkinson is blissfully happy with her four chooks, Charlotte, Maureen, Violet and Shirley. She doesn't realise that other people don't see their behaviour and the problems they cause in quite the same way." 12129 Ms Johnstone to the rescue "King, Karla" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064092 K-2 "When a dog fight threatens the playground, the other teachers are not very helpful but Ms Johnstone saves the day." Ms Wiz series Various 3-4 "The classroom will never be the same again for those who love the stories about Ms Wiz, a teacher with a difference. Her unusual ways of running her class are hilarious, chaotic, unlikely and very, very funny. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 2883 Much ado about Shakespeare "Bixley, Donovan" John Reed Books 2016 9781927262023 7-9 "Shakespeare has never been out of fashion. In his lifetime, he was incredibly successful and, after his death, Shakespeare's works were published to the world. This is a new interpretation of Shakespeare's stages, a play on words, which sheds light on the colourful and exuberant world of Shakespeare's life and times. You won't find the sainted genius, solemn with quill and ink-stained hand. High of brow he may have been, but never high-brow. Shakespeare was in the thick of it." 4739 Muddle & Mo "Robinson, Nikki Slade" Starfish Bay Publishers 2015 9780994100757 K-2 "Muddle is a loveable, slightly confused yet enthusiastic little duckling who asks lots and lots of questions. Mo is a long-suffering, not very adventurous white goat who has lots of patience. They are best friends but Muddle is rather confused about what type of animals they are. Fortunately, during the course of their walk together, Mo helps Muddle get his identity sorted out." 12368 Muddle Earth "Stewart, Paul & Riddell, Chris" Pan MacMillan 2003 9780333947999 7-9 "The Baron of Muddle Earth's only hope is an incompetent wizard, a boy, his dog, a cynical budgerigar, a not-very -big ogre and an intrepid silver teaspoon. Anything could happen in the land of pink, stinky hogs and exploding gas frogs." Muddle-headed wombat series "Park, Ruth & Young, Noela (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 58642 Muddled-up farm "Dumbleton, Mike" Red Fox 2002 9781740517331 K-2 "Muddled-up farm is a special place where all the animals make peculiar sounds. Using rollicking rhyme, this delightful and humorous tale tells of a farm inspector's frustrations as he tries to fix a farm's mixed-up ways." 12422 Mudlark "Stephens, Michael" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780207199806 7-9 "Jim Liddell is different from other thirteen year old boys, living in a world of imagination. He takes home the class pet, a mudlark called Mudlark. Its escape teaches Jim some lessons and helps him come to terms with his mother's death." 41509 Mudpuddle Farm: Pigs might fly "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins US 2017 9780007274635 3-4 "Mudpuddle Farm is made up of many animals, each with their own personality. In the first of two stories, we meet Pintsize, a feisty and adventurous pig, who overhears his owner utter the words, and pigs might fly. Pintsize decides that he will take on this challenge to fly with hilarious results. The second story focuses on Jigger the sheep dog whose one day off is spent planning how to get to the small creatures hiding in the 'about to be mown' corn field, and how, somehow, they manage to outsmart him each year." 2907 Muhammad Ali: the greatest "Hook, Jason" Hodder & Stoughton 2000 9780750228190 5-6 "Boxer, Muhammad Ali, is a symbol of courage and conviction, who had a great impact on the 20th century. His life is presented in a very appealing magazine style layout, using photos, text boxes and lots of great Ali quotes." 50226 Mule School "Rawlinson, Julia & Chapman, Lynne (ill)" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2007 9781862337299 3-4 "Stomper can't see the point and really doesn't like Mule School with its lessons in conforming to mule behaviour. He certainly doesn't seem very good at the important lessons. Then one day, Stomper proves the value of thinking for yourself and the routine at Mule School changes." 2979 Mulga Bill's bicycle "Paterson, A B (Banjo) & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" ABC Books 2005 9780733316524 5-6 A classic collection of humorous Australian poems. 17174 Mulga's magical musical creatures Mulga Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734416704 K-2 "While he's sleeping, a musician dreams of banjo-playing owls, jazz-fluting kangaroos, trumpeting elephants and whistling toucans. When he wakes up, he's inspired to write a song." 12207 Mum goes to work "Gleeson, Libby & Smith, Craig (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1992 9780868966076 K-2 "It's early morning and everyone is arriving at the noisy child care centre. Mums are off to work, doing a variety of roles in different workplaces. The children are also busy, sharing activities and having lots of fun." 12841 "Mum who was made of money, The" "Coleman, Michael & Bogdanowicz, Basia" Magi Publications 1993 9781854302526 K-2 "Cleo and Jake keep pestering their mother to buy them things. She tells them that if she was made of money, this wouldn't be a problem. They both wish as hard as they possibly can and, suddenly, their mother changes." 69152 Mummies are amazing "Hoy, Catriona & White, Annie" Lothian Books 2009 9780734411082 K-2 Mummies do many amazing things. Find out what they can do and what they are good at. 19982 Mummy Fairy and me "Kinsella, Sophie" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2018 9780141377889 3-4 "Ella's family have a big secret . . . her mummy is a fairy! She can do amazing spells with her computawand to make delicious cupcakes, create the perfect birthday party and cause chaos at the supermarket. But sometimes the spells go a bit wrong and that's when Ella comes to the rescue!" 5475 "Mummy monster game, The" "Pond, Roy" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781862911765 5-6 "Josh, Amy and Harry are consumed by a computer game and become trapped in a terrifying adventure. They must use their wits to escape." 72831 Muncle Trogg "Foxley, Janet & Wells, Steve (ill)" Chicken House 2011 9781906427030 3-4 "Giants live on top of Mount Grumble, hidden from humans below. But, not all of them are big. Muncle Trogg is so small that he's laughed at by the others for being human-sized. Fed up, he decides to take a look at the 'Smallings' that he's meant to look like. But, what he discovers is very surprising indeed." 7641 Muncle Trogg and the flying donkey "Foxley, Janet & Wells, Steve (ill)" Chicken House 2012 9781906427955 3-4 "Muncle Trogg is a tiny giant who lives on Mount Grumble. When his home threatens to erupt, Emily, a Smalling, and Muncle Trogg enlist the wisest animal of all, the flying donkey, to convince the giants to listen to them." 130917 Mungo and the picture book pirates "Knapman, Timothy & Stower, Adam (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780140569742 3-4 "Mungo reads his favourite book every night, an adventure about pirates. One night, when reading the book, Mungo discovers that the captain is nowhere to be found and he can dive in and take the captain's place." 5582 Munmun "Andrews, Jesse" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760523596 7-9 "In an alternate reality a lot like our world, every person's physical size is directly proportional to their wealth. The poorest of the poor are the size of rats, and billionaires are the size of skyscrapers. Warner and his sister Prayer are destitute - and tiny. Their size is not just demeaning, but dangerous: day and night they face mortal dangers that bigger richer people don't ever have to think about, from being mauled by cats to their house getting stepped on. There are no cars or phones built small enough for them, or schools or hospitals, for that matter - there's no point, when no one that little has any purchasing power, and when salaried doctors and teachers would never fit in buildings so small. Warner and Prayer know their only hope is to scale up, but how can two littlepoors survive in a world built against them? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 120138 "Murder of crows, A" "Bates, Penny" Evans Bros 2007 9780237534455 7-9 "When Ben's Dad leaves home, Ben and his Mum move to the country to find a better life. Their neighbour, Luke, bullies Ben remorselessly about his city ways and his pet crow, Joe. When Luke threatens to hurt Joe, the crows take their own revenge." 23346 "Murderer's ape, The" "Wegelius, Jakob" Pushkin Press 2017 9781782691617 7-9 "Sally Jones is not only a loyal friend, she's an extraordinary individual. In overalls or in a maharaja's turban, this unique gorilla moves among humans without speaking but understanding everything. She and the Chief are devoted comrades who operate a cargo boat. A job they are offered pays big bucks, but the deal ends badly, and the Chief is falsely convicted of murder. For Sally Jones this is the start of a harrowing quest for survival and to clear the Chief's name. Powerful forces are working against her, and they will do anything to protect their secrets. " 28325 Murgatroyd's garden "Zavos, Judy & Zak, Drahos (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921720529 K-2 "Murgatroyd really, really hated having his hair washed. When his parents tried, Murgatroyd's screams were so loud that they could be heard by everyone, everywhere. So, his parents stopped washing his hair. Murgatroyd smiled, quiet descended and a magnificent garden began to grow on his head." 84867 "Museum of Mary Child, The" "Golds, Cassandra " Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304142 7-9 "Heloise lives with her godmother in an isolated cottage and, next door, is a sinister museum dedicated to the memory of Mary Child. Visitors enter it with a smile but depart with fear in their eyes. When Heloise finds a doll under the floorboards, she keeps it against her godmother's advice. That's when the delicate truce between Heloise and her godmother begins to unravel." 10644 "Music tree, The" "Hoy, Catriona & Jaunn, Adele (ill)" Lothian Books 2006 9780734408518 3-4 Liam's mother hangs a saucepan lid to a tree to stop him from being destructive. In time the tree is well decorated with noisy household objects. Liam is inspired by a storm to create even more melodic music. 18696 Mustara "Hawke, Rosanne & Ingpen, Robert (ill)" Lothian Books 2006 9780734408990 3-4 "Taj longs to take his young camel, Mustara, with explorer Ernest Giles' expedition to find a way across the Australian desert. But, like a storm in the ocean, the desert can turn wild, and Mustara is thought to be too young and not strong enough. Taj and Mustara must prove their strength and courage." 130950 "Mustard, custard, grumble belly and gravy" "Rosen, Michael & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Bloomsbury 2006 9780747587392 3-4 Michael Rosen's witty and clever verses are brought to life by Quentin Blake's detailed art in a beautifully produced book. An audio version of the book is available. Gems include 'Don't put mustard in your custard'. 9512 Muster me a song: the Anne Bell reciter "Bell, Anne" Triple D Books 2002 9780957868113 3-4 "Anne Bell writes with love about Australia, the country and the city, the old and the new, young people and old timers. She has a keen sense of history, an eye for details and an ear for the music of words." 15149 Mutt dog "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046365 K-2 "A scruffy dog is brave and fast and smart but he's all alone. A heart-warming, waggly tale of resilience and belonging." 7789 My (most excellent) pet project "McCombie, Karen" Walker Books 2008 9781406302875 3-4 "Indie Kidd is potty about pets and her school project is crawling with them. Pore over these crazy pages for Indie's animal advice and pet stories. There are freaky facts, too, such as alligators having a food radar in their cheeks and a group of hippos being known as a bloat." 20774 My amazing Dad "Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Little Hare Books 2015 9781921894862 K-2 Dad isn't very handy around the house but he's brilliant at turning the everyday into something exciting. 5760 My Australia "Murphy, Julie & Fleming, Garry (ill)" NLA Publishing 2018 9780642279163 K-2 "This is my country...this is my home. Come on a poetic journey that celebrates the beauty and diversity of Australia's landscapes. Relish the visual delights of our continent - from dry deserts to lush rain forests, high mountains to stormy seashores, and winding rivers to fertile swamp lands - all the magical places that are my Australia." 33 "My Australian story: A banner bold, the diary of Rosa Aarons, Ballarat Goldfield, 1854" "Wheatley, Nadia" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865042640 7-9 "Rosa goes to the Ballarat goldfields with her parents in 1854, during the lead up to the Eureka Stockade. She keeps a daily journal of her experiences - a fresh and interesting minutiae of daily life on the goldfields." 1436 "My Australian story: A different sort of real, the diary of Charlotte McKenzie, Melbourne, 1918-1919" "Greenwood, Kerry" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865043838 7-9 "As the horrors of the First World War are drawing to a close, an influenza pandemic has arisen that will kill more people around the world than the Great War. Charlotte McKenzie, assisting the doctor, finds herself experiencing first hand the effects of this devastating disease. This is Charlotte's diary, written in post World War I Melbourne in 1918." 3047 "My Australian story: A tale of two families, the diary of Jan Packard, Melbourne, 1974 " "Pausacker, Jenny" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865042657 7-9 "Set in the seventies, Jan Packard is a Melbourne thirteen year old growing up in changing times. She discovers the sexual revolution, politics, the anti-Vietnam moratorium, the impact of war service, boys and that parents are fallible and human. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 32104 "My Australian story: Archer's Melbourne Cup, the diary of Robby Jenkins, Terara, NSW, 1860-1861" "Farrer, Vashti" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781865049410 5-6 "It is 1861 and a major horse race, the Melbourne Cup, is about to be run for the first time. Thirteen year old Robby Jenkins is working as a stable hand and is convinced that his favourite horse, Archer, can win. This is Robby's diary about his love of horses, life at the stables and his dreams to become a top jockey." 30792 "My Australian story: Atomic testing, the diary of Anthony Brown, Woomera 1953" "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741692174 5-6 "Anthony and his family move to Woomera for his father's job in the army. His mother cares for Anthony as he recovers from polio. At school, one of Anthony's friends has photos of the rockets at the Woomera munitions base. When a small business arises for the boys, the townspeople become suspicious of Anthony and the police become involved." 36214 "My Australian story: Claw of the dragon, the diary of Billy Shanghai Hamilton, Broome, Western Australia, 1899-1900 " "Bernard, Patricia" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781865048611 7-9 "Billy Shanghai Hamilton has been snatched by pirates in the Torres Strait and forced to work on a pearling boat. Greed for pearls drives men mad and the seas are full of danger. Soon Billy is fighting for survival in a dangerous world of assassins, treasure hunters, deep-sea diving, underworld crime and mutiny." 2451 My Australian story: Convict girl "Michaels, Chrissie" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743620151 5-6 "Mary Beckwith has been sent to the penal colony at Port Jackson, transported with her mother, having stolen some fabric. She describes the hardships endured as well as the growth of the settlement and meeting the indigenous inhabitants. Her story is unlike most others as she joins Nicolas Baudin, the French scientific explorer, as he explores New Holland's coastline in direct competition with Matthew Flinders." 60043 "My Australian story: Cyclone Tracy, the diary of Ryan Turner, Darwin, 1974" "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865049168 7-9 "A fictionalised account of the devastation wrought by Cyclone Tracy on Christmas Eve, 1974. Fourteen year old Ryan shares his perspective of life in Darwin with stories of his family life, his friendships and his first girlfriend." 46962 My Australian story: Escape from Cockatoo Island "Poshoglian, Yvette" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742832456 5-6 "It is 1879 and life in the Biloela Industrial School is tough for eleven year old Olivia Markham. Her windswept days are filled with sewing, washing and avoiding the girls from the Reformatory School. Sydney is rapidly growing and modernising but Olivia can only imagine what life is like beyond the shores of Cockatoo Island. She dreams of freedom, friendship and, above all, family." 15442 "My Australian story: Flying ace, Jack Fairfax, Royal Flying Corps, 1915-1918" "Eldridge, Jim" Scholastic Australia 2003 9780439977371 5-6 "An insight into the world of Jack Fairfax, a nineteen year old fighter pilot in World War 1. Jack takes to the skies and faces the skill of the German ace pilots over the Somme." 12450 "My Australian story: Fords and flying machines, the diary of Jack McLaren, Longreach, 1919-1921" "Bernard, Patricia" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045627 7-9 "Jack McLaren, a fourteen year old, is offered a mechanics apprenticeship in Longreach, Queensland. He gets to travel north with two World War 1 pilots in a model T Ford, finding the best route for an air race. The beginning of QANTAS." 52241 My Australian story: Gallipoli "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742836935 7-9 Victor March is 14 years old and looking for adventure. He lies about his age and enlists in the 10th Battalion to fight in the Great War. He is among the first soldiers to land at Anzac Cove in 1915 and his world will forever change. 9288 "My Australian story: Hunt for Ned Kelly, The" "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695649 5-6 "Jamie and Ellen Ross are alone in the world after the death of their father. Determined to make their fortune, they head to Beechworth, straight into the midst of the search for Ned Kelly, the most notorious bushranger of all time. There are two views of Ned Kelly, a hero wronged by the police or a cold-blooded murderer." 25287 My Australian story: Kokoda "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743622056 7-9 "During World War II, Archie's two brothers are fighting the Japanese in the jungles of New Guinea. In his diary, Archie records how Townsville becomes a base for the pacific campaign, as the Australian coastline reels under Japanese bombs. Archie also records his own battle against the local bully." 25771 "My Australian story: Marathon of her own, A" "Savvides, Irini" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781741699043 5-6 "Times are tough in Crete and Sophia's father has decided to make a fresh start in Melbourne. Sophia struggles to learn English and to get used to the strange new customs. No matter how hard she tries, no-one at school wants to make friends with a foreigner. Then, her talent for running starts to make a difference. With Olympic fever gripping Melbourne, Sophia's courage and determination is rewarded in unexpected ways, and the 1956 Olympic Games surprises everyone." 51036 My Australian story: My father's war "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741698282 5-6 "Marie's dad has been away for two years, fighting on the Somme battlefields in northern France. There hasn't been any word from him for months, no letters or postcards. Marie and her mother decide to travel to France, to try and find out what has happened to him. Marie experiences first-hand what war is like, as she tries to piece together the clues behind her dad's disappearance." 17687 "My Australian story: New gold mountain, the diary of Shu Cheong, Lambing Flat, New South Wales, 1860-1861" "Cheng, Christopher W" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048512 5-6 "Shu Cheong, with his father and uncle, sets off on the arduous journey to Australia's goldfields, hoping to bring back wealth for their village. But, following their deaths, Shu cannot return home without his father's body so must stay in Australia alone. Relations between the European miners and Chinese are tense and violent attacks against the Chinese are common." 9240 "My Australian story: On board the Boussole, the diary of Julienne Fulbert, Laperouse's Voyage of discovery, 1785-1788" "Edwards, Christine" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781865044354 7-9 "Adventures on the high seas for an accidental stowaway with a mysterious and frightening past. But, it is yet to be established if the stowaway is Jules, or Julienne." 16093 "My Australian story: Our Don Bradman, the diary of Victor McDonald, Sydney, 1932 " "Allen, Peter" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865045917 5-6 "Like many Australian boys in the 1930s, Victor McDonald is cricket mad. Life is hard during the Great Depression, Victor's father has lost his job and the family is moving to Sydney. Victor keeps a diary that includes his meeting with Don Bradman." 15128 "My Australian story: Our enemy, my friend, the diary of Emma Sheldrake, Adelaide Hills, 1915" "Blackman, Jenny" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865045269 5-6 Told in diary form by a young girl in an Australian village. It is 1915 and Australia is involved in World War 1. Emma writes of the perils and difficulties of wartime and the hatred against the German settlers in the area. 4189 My Australian story: Our race for reconciliation "Heiss, Anita" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760276119 5-6 "It's 2000 and the Olympics are going to be held in Australia. In a year of surprises, enthusiastic runner Mel finds out that her hero Cathy Freeman is coming to talk at her school, and her family is heading to Sydney! It becomes an unforgettable journey to Corroboree 2000, bringing together all Australians as they march and sing to celebrate Australia's Indigenous heritage, and to acknowledge past wrongs." 63454 "My Australian story: Outback, the diary of Jimmy Porter, Central Australia, 1927-1928" "Harris, Christine" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048505 5-6 "Jimmy Porter has moved to central Australia, to the middle of nowhere, to live with his uncle's family who are three days walk from the nearest neighbour. Life in the outback in 1927 is tough but people cope and Jimmy learns to adjust. When disaster strikes, Jimmy and his cousins must get help. This is Jimmy's diary, which tells how he adjusts, about the characters he meets and his experiences." 316 "My Australian story: Plagues and federation, the diary of Kitty Barnes, The Rocks, Sydney 1900" "Farrer, Vashti" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865042664 7-9 Kitty wrote her diary living in the slums of the Rocks in 1900. She describes the harsh experiences of her surroundings and details of life in early twentieth century Sydney. 58992 "My Australian story: Refugee, the diary of Ali Ismail, Woomera, 2001-2002" "Sunderland, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865049199 7-9 "The Taliban in Afghanistan are seeking out young boys to become fighters. Fourteen year old Ali is smuggled out on a small boat. After a gruelling journey, Ali is rescued and transferred to Woomera Detention Centre in the Australian desert." 14839 "My Australian story: Riding with Thunderbolt, the diary of Ben Cross" "Baillie, Allan" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865045801 5-6 "Life on the run with Captain Thunderbolt, famous Australian bushranger. Based on true story of young Ben Cross and the historical figures that he meets. Although his life is exciting, Ben reflects on the ethics of the choices he has made." 3046 "My Australian story: Surviving Sydney Cove, the diary of Elizabeth Harvey, Sydney, 1790" "Alexander, Goldie" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865042671 7-9 Life in the early days at Sydney Cove is told through the diary of a young girl. 3011 My Australian story: Sydney Harbour Bridge "Farrer, Vashti" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781741699531 5-6 "It's 1932 and Sydney has hit hard times during the Great Depression. But, the construction of a bridge that will reach across the harbour is setting spirits soaring. Alice and Billy, whose fathers are working on the bridge, tell the story, through their diaries, of building the spectacular Harbour Bridge, which will unify a separated city from the north shore to the working class suburbs of the south." 7554 "My Australian story: The bombing of Darwin, the diary of Tom Taylor, 1942" "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781865043630 5-6 Strong family and community ties are tested in this fictionalised account of the days prior to the bombing of Darwin. 26045 My Australian story: the Phar Lap mystery "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741697278 5-6 "Prior to the 1930 Melbourne Cup horse race, an attempt was made to kill Phar Lap, the horse who won the race. Eleven year old Sally Fieldling's father is investigating and she documents the case, or what she learns of it, in her diary." 3731 "My Australian story: The rum rebellion, the diary of David Bellamy, Sydney Town, 1807-1809" "Gleeson, Libby" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865043623 7-9 "David Bellamy is afraid. He fears the strange new land of New South Wales, its inhabitants and its wild creatures. He fears his relatives who have taken him in and the swearing, cursing Governor Bligh. And then, on Anniversary Day, 26th January, 1808, David and his new friends, Kitty and Ralph, are on the streets of Sydney Town when the military march on Government House." 3740 My Australian story: Vietnam "Challinor, Deborah" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743628003 5-6 "It's 1969, many social changes are underway and man is headed for the moon. Twelve year old Davey lives to surf with his older brother, Tom, and listen to the latest hits. His cherished goal is to win the inaugural Under-14 Surf Championship with his best friends, Johnno and Pete. But, when Tom is drafted into the army and sent to Vietnam, everything changes and the far-away war creates waves very close to home." 461 "My Australian story: Who am I, the diary of Mary Talence, Sydney 1937" "Heiss, Anita" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865043616 7-9 Mary is ten when she begins to write in her diary. She documents her life as an Aboriginal child who was taken from her natural parents and raised by a non-Aboriginal foster family. Mary doesn't fit in and starts to question why. 15429 My bedtime book of favourite princess stories "Rupnik, Louise" St Martin's 2005 9780312494339 K-2 "Four classic fairytales including Cinderella, The Little Mermaid, The Frog Prince and Sleeping Beauty. Large text with beautifully embroidered picture clues." 5236 My best book of nibbles "Brian, Janeen & Caisley, Raewyn & Dubosarsky, Ursula & Godwin, Jane & Lawrinson, Julia" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143306337 3-4 "If you've ever wanted to go on a magical adventure or been to an unusual party, then you'll love the five stories included in this book." 59049 My best friend is a vampire "Rippin, Sally" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302391 3-4 "David is a loner who finally finds a best friend. Despite Vincent being a half-vampire, eating fresh worms, centipede sandwiches and crispy pigs' ears, the two boys form an instant friendship. But, the friendship is not without problems." 15431 My big book of animals "Voce, Louise" Walker Books 2005 9781844280742 K-2 "A collection of animals, categorised and well-illustrated." 23911 My brilliant body with the gross bits left in "MacDonald, Guy" Buster Books 2008 9781905158911 5-6 This book tells you everything you need to know about your body from head to toe plus things you probably don't want to know. Find out about the inner workings of the human body in a very funny way. 30982 My brother "Huxley, Dee & Huxley, Oliver (ill) & Huxley, Tiffany (des)" Working Title Press 2016 9781921504853 5-6 "When a grieving brother sets out to find his lost sibling, his quest takes him on an ethereal journey across land and sea. He visits fantastic, floating cities and medieval towns, vast open grasslands and eerie, silent forests. Eventually, he arrives in place of timeless beauty and light." 12043 My cat likes to hide in boxes "Sutton, Eve & Dodd, Lynley (ill)" Hamilton 1973 9780140502428 K-2 "All the exotic cats from around the world might like to do exciting things but this cat, a plain, ordinary cat, likes to hide in boxes." 12428 My cat Maisie "Allen, Pamela" Puffin Australia 1990 9780140542370 K-2 "Andrew doesn't have anyone to play with. The dog next door is too rough. When a scruffy, ginger cat arrives at his house, Andrew learns how to be gentle with her." 2749 My Chinatown "Mak, Kam" HarperCollins US 2016 9780064437325 K-2 "Chinatown in New York is a place of dragons, dreams, memories, fireworks and delicious food on every corner." 33130 My contemporary art book "Ryan, Kate & Bennett, Cally (ill)" National Gallery of Victoria 2017 9781925432466 5-6 "Meet some of today's leading artists and designers from different parts of the world. Read their stories, find out what inspires them and discover the ideas behind their works of art. Each artist has included an art activity for kids to make at school or at home. " 14651 My country "Mackellar, Dorothea & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781862917309 5-6 "The poem, My Country, is widely regarded as the universal statement of why Australians love their country. Stunning watercolour illustrations capture the diversity of the landscape and its colours." 12020 My dad "Browne, Anthony" Transworld 2002 9780385602907 K-2 "In this lovingly told story, a son proudly describes and exaggerates his father's accomplishments." 4067 My Dad is a giraffe "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743625941 K-2 "If your Mum and Dad were animals, I wonder what they would be." 13366 My dad the dragon "French, Jackie & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780207199509 3-4 "At King Arthur's School for Knights, Horace's homework is to catch and kill a dragon. The task is especially difficult for Horace as his dad is a dragon." 92409 My dad thinks he's funny "Germein, Katrina & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031217 5-6 "My Dad thinks he's funny. Whenever I say, 'I'm hungry', Dad says, 'Hello Hungry. Pleased to meet you.' My Dad thinks he's funny. But he's not. A book for anyone whose dad has made them laugh, or cringe." 2340 My dad's a birdman "Almond, David & Dunbar, Polly (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406313246 3-4 "Lizzie is a very special little girl with an extraordinary dad, and both are trying to cope with the loss of Lizzie's mum. Lizzie is growing up very fast while dad is acting very strangely. Mr Poop parades the streets encouraging dad to go in The Great Human Bird Competition; Auntie Doreen and Mr Mint try to help Lizzie in their own ways; meanwhile, Lizzie and dad make themselves beautiful." 11778 My dad's a wrestler "Zurbo, Matt & Gorissen, Dean (ill)" Lothian Books 2009 9780734410603 K-2 "A young boy is the number one fan of his Dad who is a storeman by day, and a keen but unsuccessful wrestler by night. Known as The Percolator, Dad is far from pretty but, to his son, Dad is a hero just like those in the Greek myths he learns about at school." 25690 "My dad, the hero" "Gurney, Stella & McEwen, Katherine (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406306989 3-4 "Tariq loves his funny, clever Dad more than anything. His Dad drives a taxi and can make anything you like out of wood. When his Dad is selected to give a talk at school about his job, Tariq is worried about his Dad's accent and the mean Tom Morley. But, Tariq's dad is cleverer than Tariq thinks." 92940 My daddy snores "Rothstein, Nancy H & Gilpin, Stephen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9780545028349 3-4 "When daddy snores, walls rumble and things tumble and poor mum has to try to find another comfortable place to sleep. The hamster doesn't like the noise and certainly doesn't want to share his bed with mum. There must be a cure." 9030 My dearest dinosaur "Wild, Margaret & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048345 3-4 "Notes from a mother dinosaur to her husband, who is off searching for food for the family. This nurturing dino describes her new babies and their day by day existence, with its prehistoric difficulties." 89128 My dinosaur ABC "Adam, Emma & Turner, Nadia (ill)" Brolly Books 2008 9781921346927 3-4 "A great book for dinosaur enthusiasts. The descriptions and drawings of twenty six dinosaurs provide interesting facts and details. Each letter of the alphabet, clearly written in lower and upper case, corresponds with a dinosaur name, which is shown phonetically to assist pronunciation." 4364 My dog Bigsy "Lester, Alison" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780670078936 K-2 "Meet my dog Bigsy. He's only small but everyone knows he's the boss. Each morning, he visits the animals on the farm. What a lot of noise. And, all because of Bigsy." 42520 My dog Dash "Greenberg, Nicki" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760110673 K-2 "Dash is badly behaved at puppy school. He chews things that he shouldn't, he makes puddles on the floor, he wrecks the garden and steals food off the bench when no one is looking. Perfectly standard behaviour for a puppy but Dash is far from an ordinary pet. " 2578 My dog doesn't like me "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250170 5-6 "On his eighth birthday Eric is allowed to choose a puppy from the dog shelter. Ugly, so named because of a comment made by his sister, lives up to all of Eric's expectations for a little while but soon he realises that Ugly wants to be with mum, he is growing rapidly and becoming difficult to control as well as destroying everything he can get his mouth into." 4208 My dog gets a job "Fensham, Elizabeth" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259593 3-4 "At almost ten years of age, Eric is now the responsible owner of his dog Ugly. But when Ugly is involved in a series of mishaps including the theft of a roast chook and a bedroom decorated with duck poo, it is clear Eric needs to do something to keep his dog out of trouble. Luckily, Eric knows exactly how to solve the problem...Ugly needs a job. But how can Eric find a job for a dog, even if his dog is a genius? " 43491 My dog socks "Osborne, Robyn & Konchi, Sadami (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272826 K-2 "An ordinary dog becomes extraordinary through the magic of a child's imagination. While most people think Socks is just an ordinary dog, through a child's eyes he becomes an enchanted character of many disguises - a chameleon who changes with his environment. One day he's a contented cow rolling in grass, the next a sleek seal basking on rocks, or even a terrible tiger, sprinting from hunters and searching for prey. However, regardless of his many guises Socks offers a dog's unconditional love and loyalty, for 'when he is by my side, he is my best friend'. " 11999 My dog's a scaredy cat "Ball, Duncan & Smith, Craig (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2001 9780207198199 K-2 "Stanley is scared of everything - big dogs, little dogs, cars, water, butterflies and even cats." 264 My family and other animals "Durrell, Gerald" Penguin 1964 9780140013993 7-9 The author's life on the island of Corfu with his family and an assortment of animals. 265 My father is not a comedian "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 1999 9780141302089 5-6 Claudia gets herself and her father into a predicament and has to help her father get out of it. 12335 My father's boat "Garland, Sherry" Scholastic Australia 2002 9780590478687 5-6 "A Vietnamese-American boy spends a day with his father on his shrimp boat, listening as he describes how his own father fished on the South China Sea. They talk about going back to Vietnam one day." 12113 My first pet "Hunter, Rebecca & Fairclough, Chris (phot.)" Evans Bros 2000 9780237521448 K-2 A boy experiences all the joy and responsibility of having a first pet. He chooses a guinea pig. The story comes with notes on guinea pigs and advice from the vet. 19971 My friend Ernest "Allen, Emma & Sommerville, Hannah (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460750537 K-2 "It's the first day of school and Oscar is trying hard to be brave. Oscar's mum feels sure he will make lots of friends. But, Oscar isn't so sure, particularly when Ernest the dragon seems so mean and scary." 7422 My friend Flicka "O'Hara, Mary" HarperCollins US 2006 9780060512620 5-6 "Ken is a daydreamer and a disappointment to his demanding father. When Ken finds Flicka, a wild filly, his growing love for the horse helps Ken to grow up and gain self-assurance." 4044 My friend Tertius "Fenton, Corinne & Swan, Owen (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760113827 3-4 "This is the true story of two lives brought together by chance. Arthur Cooper, working in intelligence for the British Government in pre-war Hong Kong, rescues a small gibbon and names him Tertius. Together they escape to a safe place - but is it for always?" 2941 My Gallipoli "Starke, Ruth & Hannaford, Robert (ill)" Working Title Press 2015 9781921504761 7-9 "From the shores of Anzac Cove and beyond, the Gallipoli peninsula was the place where thousands of men fought, suffered, endured or died during the eight months of occupation in 1915. For each of them, their nurses and their families, Gallipoli means something different." 266 My girragundji "McDonald, Meme & Pryor, Boori Monty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1998 9781864488180 7-9 "When a boy has bullies, a scary monster lurking about at night, and a strange noise outside his window to contend with, the last thing he expects is for a little green tree frog to be his saviour. But he names the frog Girragundji and together they learn how to be brave and face the world together." 12446 My gran's different "Lawson, Sue & Magerl, Caroline (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405005 3-4 "Charlie's gran is different - she doesn't go to the football, make cakes or work in the garden. The story of Charlie and his gran is one of love and complete acceptance told through soft, watercolour illustrations." 18389 My grandad marches on Anzac Day "Hoy, Catriona & Johnson, Benjamin (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408457 K-2 Anzac day and it's significance as seen through the eyes of a young girl. She goes to the pre-dawn Anzac Day service with her father where they watch her grandad march in the parade. 10120 My grandma lived in Gooligulch "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2002 9780734304506 K-2 "Grandma's adventures romp along in rollicking, rhyming verse with bright illustrations of Australian animals, especially birds." 820 My happy life "Lagercrantz, Rose & Eriksson, Eva (ill)" Gecko Press 2012 9781877467806 3-4 "Dani is the happiest person she knows, especially when she makes a best friend when she starts school. They share friendship bracelets, sit together in class and have sleepovers. But how will Dani return to her happiness when Ella moves away." 2935 My happy sad mummy "Vasiliu, Michelle & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" JoJo Publishing 2015 9780987358592 K-2 "Sometimes, Mummy has happy days, other days can be sad days. Sometimes, Mum is so sad, she has to go to hospital." 15150 My hen is dancing "Wallace, Karen & Jeram, Anita (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406318623 K-2 "Let's see what happens in the hen house. They do lots of interesting things. Softly coloured pictures and lively, poetic text." 34405 My Henry "Kerr, Judith" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007388110 3-4 "When Henry dies, his wife can't see why they should stop doing things together, as they've always done. In fact, she can't help going a little bit over the top, imagining all sorts of wonderful outings, including dinosaur rides and dolphin-drawn water ski sessions." 15351 My Hindu year "Senker, Cath" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750240567 3-4 "A colourful introduction to the Hindu religion and celebrations, with a festival calendar and glossary." 267 My Hiroshima "Morimoto, Junko" HarperCollins Australia 1995 9780207188732 5-6 "Recollections of life before and during World War 2, and the horrific aftermath of the dropping of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Provides a potent warning of the dangers of nuclear warfare." 18584 My home in Kakadu "Christophersen, Jane & Christophersen, Christine (ill)" Magabala Books 2005 9781875641932 3-4 "Respected elder, Jane Christophesen, reveals the beauty of the changing seasons in Kakadu National Park to her granddaughter, Tarrah, as Tarrah and her family collect bush tucker, hunt and fish." 32350 My horrible cousins and other stories "Alexander, Goldie" Teaching Solutions 2009 9781921454721 5-6 "The short stories feature girls as the main characters, girls who are strong and resourceful, overcome adversity, solve problems, and are determined and passionate about causes." 51414 My island home "Murray, Neil & children from Papunya & Galiwinku (ill) & Hudson Peter (ill) " One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2010 9780980564334 5-6 "Everyone who loves Australia can appreciate the beauty and diversity of our wonderful country, shown through Neil Murray's song lyrics and beautiful landscape illustrations by the school children of the Kintore and Galiwinku communities." 4369 My life as a hashtag "Williams, Gabrielle" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760113681 7-9 "What's a girl to do when her parents have split up; her dad has a new girlfriend, her mum is internet dating and one of her best friends has decided not to invite her to the biggest party of the year (which she then has to watch the party unfold on everyone's else's social media!). If you're a girl called MC, you get mad as hell, that's what you do. But what begins as one girl's private no-holds-barred rant soon snowballs in the most public way possible. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 49510 My life as an alphabet "Jonsberg, Barry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743310977 5-6 "Candice's home is a bit hard, with her baby sister no longer with them and her parents both depressed. Her only friend, Douglas Benson from Another Dimension, wants to leave and return to the universe he claims he came from. Her penpal is not returning any of her letters and she just doesn't know what to do about her teacher's lazy eye." 268 My life in dog years "Paulsen, Gary" Thorndike Press 2000 9780786227402 5-6 "The author's real life adventures, and the dogs he shared them with, make fascinating and absorbing reading." My life Tom Weekly series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 73789 My little world "Cooke, Julia & Crosby-Fairall, Marjorie" Omnibus Books 2011 9781862917903 3-4 "When a little wanderer goes out walking with her gran and her brother, she doesn't see many of the things that are too tall or too fast. But, the small child can see other things, such as the tiny insects, the lizard hiding under the brush, the insect that looks like a twig and the fuzzy zigzag pencil lines, scribbled on the bark of a tree." 18441 My map book "Fanelli, Sara" Walker Books 2006 9781844280766 3-4 "A treasure map, a map of a face, a map of a neighbourhood, a family tree and even a map of a heart are included in these maps of life. Children will be inspired to draw some maps for themselves." 4202 My meerkat mum "Paul, Ruth" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781775434894 K-2 "Up. Down. Dig. Play. Meerkat Mum leads the way. Snuggle up, little pup, join them in a meerkat day!" 73786 My mother's eyes: the story of a boy soldier "Wilson, Mark" Lothian Books 2009 9780734410894 5-6 "William was only 16 years old when he enlisted for the First World War. Like many other under-age boys at the time, he was accepted into the Australian Imperial Force and sent to the battlefields of France. His letters home from the front reveal how, for the boy soldiers, the 'great adventure' became a tragedy. " 15029 My mum "Browne, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780385608213 K-2 My mum is skilled in many areas. I love her and know that she will always love me. 569244 My Mum is a magician "Young, Damon & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2018 9780702259944 K-2 "Some mums gulp green tea, with bitter barley blends. But my mum is a magician, her cup of coffee never ends. All mums are different. But what if your mum was really different? What if your mum was a magician? " 10170 "My name Is Lizzie Flynn: story of the Rajah quilt, A" "Saxby, Claire & Newcomb, Lizzy (ill)" Black Dog Books 2015 9781922179913 3-4 "Lizzie Flynn has nothing but her name when she boards the Rajah, a ship sailing from England to the penal colony of Australia. She has been sentenced to seven years for stealing a shawl. On board, the convict women are given a useful bag containing fabric, needle and thread." 34300 My name is Mina and I love the night "Almond, David" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2010 9780340997253 7-9 "Mina empties her thoughts, stories and dreams into her notebook, creating an extraordinary journal of her transition from school to homeschool and of life in her neighbourhood. Prequel to Skellig, also on 7-9 booklist," 8437 My name is Rose "Grindley, Sally" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408814024 5-6 "Rose is a young Romany gypsy girl who travels around Romania and Europe in a caravan with her family. Her life is happy, playing music with extended family and friends, until Rose suddenly finds herself an orphan after a dreadful car accident." 91222 My name is Will Thompson "Newton, Robert" Penguin 2008 9780143303343 7-9 "Will Thompson is a bit of a misfit. He verges on dyslexia, provokes numerous family problems and has something of a bizarre view of life. He rises to a degree of fame, if not notoriety, when he and two of his friends take on the state to stop the closing of the Goongara Learning Centre." 2051 My nanna is a ninja "Young, Damon & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250095 K-2 "Some nannas dress in pink when they jog around the track. But, my nanna is a ninja, so she dresses up in black." 43452 My new room "Stickley, Lisa" Pavilion 2017 9781843653271 K-2 "Moving into a new room is a real adventure. In Edith's room, she's found space for each of her favourite toys. Major Ted, the bad dream soother, is on the bed; Clarissa the Cow, entertains everyone from the desk; and Sebastian Snake gets a bit shivery by the door. And that's just some of the gang. See how they all settle in and make Edith feel really at home." 269 My place "Morgan, Sally" Fremantle Press 2000 9780949206312 7-9 "An autobiography of three generations of Sally Morgan's Aboriginal family that traces her search for identity. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 270 My place "Wheatley, Nadia & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Pearson Education Australia 2000 9780582811072 5-6 "Using maps, the author traces the history of one special Australian neighbourhood back two hundred years." 9256 My place in space "Hirst, Robin & Sally & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1992 9781741754049 5-6 "When an arrogant bus driver asks Henry and his sister, Rosie, if they know where they live, Henry tells the driver a good deal more than just his address. He launches into a lengthy and lucid explanation of the solar system, solar neighborhood, galaxy and supercluster to which Earth belongs. A clever blend of fact with fiction in this unusual picture book." 2936 My pop is a pirate "Young, Damon & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253614 K-2 "Some pops drive big trucks over hills of rock and sand. But, my pop is a pirate and he steers his ship on sharky seas." 18516 My scary fairy godmother "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2005 9781843626831 5-6 "Isabella goes to live with her scary but glamorous cousin, Maxine. Maxine takes one look at mousy, little Isabella and decides the one thing she needs is a complete makeover." 1059 My secret war diary by Flossie Albright "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2008 9781406309409 5-6 "Flossie is just nine years old when, in 1939, Britain declares war on Germany and her father leaves the family home to join the army. Flossie is left to bring up her baby brother and to face a whole host of new experiences on her own. Her diary becomes an outlet for relaying all the news from at home and abroad." 271 My side of the mountain "George, Jean Craighead" Puffin USA 2001 9780141312422 5-6 Sam is determined to survive in the woods and keeps a journal to describe the birds and animals with which he learns to live. A tale of the determination and bravery of a city boy who refuses to give in. My side of the story series Various 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 27302 My silent world "Hilton, Nette & Agostino, Vincent" Hachette Children's Books 2009 9780734410375 3-4 The world is a very different place when you are deaf. The power of sight and the beauty of colours and textures are heightened. How will things change when technology allows a deaf child to hear? 5627 My sister "Young, Joanna" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594041 K-2 Who looks just like you and is your mummy's too? A heart warming picture book showing the special relationship between sisters. 14068 My sister has a big black beard & other quirky verses "Ball, Duncan & Millard, Kerry (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780207200892 5-6 "Sisters with beards, exploding bullies, a nightmare driving test, a girl whisked away by aliens and poor old Uncle Norm who got sucked up in a lightning storm. A collection of quirky, delicious and outrageously funny poems." 5084 My sister is a superhero "Young, Damon & Carnavas, Peter (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702253928 K-2 "Some sisters sprint in shorts as they twist and twirl their kites. But, my sister is a superhero, she wears undies over tights." 41483 My sister is an alien "Bright, Rachel" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2010 9780141502656 K-2 "Alfie is crazy about space. His favourite things are aliens, rockets and the moon, in that exact order. He doesn't really think much about anything else, until his new baby sister comes along. Then, Alfie notices that she looks a bit funny, she talks funny and she sometimes smells funny. He thinks his new sister is an alien who must be returned to the moon." 42400 My sister Jodie "Wilson, Jacqueline" Doubleday 2008 9780385610124 7-9 "Pearl and Jodie, boy-mad sisters and best friends, are full of teen and pre-teen angst. Mum just can't cope with little girls who don't do as they're told, especially precocious Jodie whom, in her frustation, she often lashes out at physically. Pearl can't believe that Jodie would ever choose to leave her but perhaps her story won't have a happy ending. Coarse language used in context. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 6321 My sister lives on the mantelpiece "Pitcher, Annabel" Orion 2011 9781444001839 7-9 "Since the death of his sister, Rose, in a terrorist attack, life for ten year old Jamie has been torn apart. A move to the country with his dad and older sister only increases Jamie's torment. His father mourns through alcohol and a wild rage against the killers. Jamie is bullied at his new school and yearns for his absent mother. Jamie knows he should feel sadder but he barely remembers his sister." 8760 My sister Olive "Russell, Paula & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921272882 K-2 "A younger sister looks up in awe to her older sister, Olive, marvelling that she is the best in the world at nearly everything. But, Olive knows that her younger sister is also the best at something." 69818 My sister Sif "Park, Ruth" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237010 5-6 "Fourteen year old Erika and her sister, Sif, are desperately homesick and flee the city to return to their island home. However, they find the locals are frightened by the changes occurring and the cracks forming in their once-perfect home. Erika and her family also feel the threat of the encroaching world. When a young American shell-collector uncovers a long-held family secret, Erika must prevent his revealing it." 569923 My storee "Russell, Paul & Aska (ill)" EK Books 2018 9781925335774 K-2 "A young boy has a mind full of wonderful stories but when he writes them down, day after day, they come back covered in red pen after his teachers have corrected his spelling. It seems his dyslexia will always hold him back from sharing his creativity the way he longs to. Then a new teacher arrives at the school." 13399 "My story: Agincourt, Jenkin Lloyd, France 1415" "Cox, Michael" Scholastic UK 2003 9780439982665 7-9 "Jenkin Lloyd is fourteen and about to embark on the adventure of his life when he goes off to war, as an archer, for King Henry V to fight against the 60,000 strong French troups at Agincourt. Jenkin knows there is not much chance of surviving the day." 9316 "My story: flying ace, the story of Amelia Earhart" "Bull, Angela & Forsey, Chris" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9781740330770 7-9 Amelia Earhart was the first female aviator to cross the Atlantic. This courageous pilot disappeared in terrible weather conditions after flying out of Australia. She believed women must attempt the same challenges as men. 4393 "My story: hunger, the diary of Phyllis McCormack, Ireland 1845-1847, The" "Drinkwater, Carol" Scholastic UK 2001 9780439997409 7-9 "When the potato blight strikes Ireland, fourteen year old Phyllis McCormack goes into service to help feed her family." 13123 "My story: Snowy, the diary of Eva Fischer" "McHugh, Siobhan" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045634 5-6 "Eva Fischer has moved from Sydney to Cabramurra, the highest town in Australia. She is surrounded by people of every nationality, with different languages, food and customs, who have come to work on the Snowy Mountains Scheme." 17388 "My story: Spy smuggler, Paul Lelaud France 1942-1944" "Eldridge, Jim" Scholastic UK 2004 9780439968843 7-9 "Now Paul Lelaud has turned fourteen years old, he can escape from his Nazi sympathising teacher, Monsieur Armignac. He desperately wants to do something to free France of the Germans so his Uncle Maurice takes him into the French Resistance." 9763 "My story: the trenches, Billy Stevens, the Western Front 1914-1918" "Eldridge, Jim" Scholastic Australia 2002 9780439994224 5-6 "Two sixteen year olds put their ages up to join the Armed Forces and fight in the Great War of 1914-1918. An honest account of the horrors of war in the trenches, particularly sensitive and heartbreaking. Fictitious, with historical notes and photos." 3048 "My story: the Yankee whaler, the diary of Thomas Morris" "Lisson, Deborah" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865044385 7-9 Thomas Morris thinks something mysterious is going on in Bunbury. The telegrams he delivers carry cryptic messages and strangers are acting in odd ways. Tom writes down his exciting adventures as he becomes part of a mysterious and amazing plot. 102917 "My story: U-boat hunter, Peter Rogers, HMS Arum 1939-1945" "Perrett, Bryan" Scholastic UK 2005 9780439959384 7-9 Peter is the son of a merchant sailor during the Second World War whose father survives a bombing by a German U-Boat. This motivates Peter to be more actively involved in the English war effort. 104760 "My story: war nurse, the diary of Kittly Langley, 1939-1940" "Reid, Sue" Scholastic UK 2005 9780439959025 7-9 Kitty is a VAD (Voluntary Aid Detachment) nurse stationed at Standhaven military hospital. She doesn't know if she has it in her to nurse the young wounded soldiers coming in from France but they desperately need her help. 1208 My super hero "Owen, Chris & Court, Moira (ill)" Fremantle Press 2013 9781921888977 K-2 "Kaboom, kapow, kabam, kasplat, my superhero's not like that. Which animal is the real superhero." 571294 My super special granny "Morley, Jedidah & Erasmus, Karen (ill)" Empowering Resources 2017 9781925592047 3-4 Amelia Arbuckle and her family are moving away. Amelia is sad because they are moving away from Granny. Amelia visits her granny every day before moving and together they have amazing adventures and lots of laughs. 5027 My turn "Rankin, Laura" Bloomsbury 2016 9781599901749 K-2 "Pammy and Wyatt are best friends. They always have lots of fun playing together. But today... when they put on a parade, Pammy rides in the float and Wyatt pulls it. When they on the swing, Pammy flies high while Wyatt pushes her. And when they play school, Pammy's the teacher. Wyatt has to raise his hand. Wyatt wants to know, when will it be his turn to do all the fun things." 39062 My two blankets "Kobald, Irena & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Little Hare Books 2014 9781921714764 3-4 "A young girl leaves her war-ravaged homeland and arrives in Australia. Everything looks and sounds strange, even the wind. She doesn't speak the language and feels intimidated and lonely. To cope, the girl wraps herself in a beloved blanket and takes comfort in the memories of her homeland. One day at the park, a local girl smiles and waves at her." 32205 My uncle's donkey "Riddle, Tohby " Viking Children's 2010 9780670040339 K-2 "My uncle's donkey is allowed in the house. And in the house, the donkey gets up to all sorts of mischief. He is so much more than just an ordinary pet." 12219 My very first Mother Goose "Opie, Iona (ed) & Wells, Rosemary (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744568677 K-2 "A picture book for children who are learning to read. A collection of quirky, sly, sweet, gentle, rollicking and silly rhymes of childhood with charming illustrations." 1597 My village: rhymes from around the world "Wright, Danielle (comp) & Moriuchi, Mique (ill)" Gecko Press 2008 9781877467103 3-4 "A delightful selection of simple poems for the young to read. Beautiful illustrations complement the translations, with each poem in English and its original language. Languages include Chinese, Japanese, Norwegian, Jamaican, Iranian, Samoan and more." 15352 Mysteries & marvels of nature (Usborne) "Dalby, Elizabeth" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2003 9780746052983 5-6 Spectacular animal and plant photographs with interesting information about the wonders of nature. 9248 "Mysteries of Harris Burdick, The" "Van Allsburg, Chris" Houghton Mifflin 1996 9780395827840 5-6 Fantasy black and white illustrations provide inspiration for readers to create stories of their own. 272 Mysterious ruins: lost cities and buried treasure "Prior, Natalie Jane" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1996 9781864482478 7-9 "From the True Stories series, here are tales of hidden treasure and lost temples deep in the rainforests." 1195 Mysterious traveller "Peet, Mal & Graham, Elspeth & Lynch P.J. (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781406337075 3-4 "Although now aging, Issa, is the best African desert guide in the region. During a journey he discovers a camel protecting a baby girl during a sandstorm. Issa raises the child, sharing his love and understanding of the desert and together they continue to guide travellers, even as Issa goes blind. When they save a group of travellers during a sandstorm, the truth of her past is revealed." Mysterious world of Cosentino series NEW 2019 "Cosentino & Heath, Jack & Hart, James (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17147 "Mystery of Eilean Mor, The" "Crew, Gary & Geddes, Jeremy (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407955 7-9 The keepers of the Eilean Mor lighthouse all disappeared without a trace. Find out what secrets the lighthouse hides in this picture book for older readers. 78662 "Mystery of the mummy's mask, The" "Holper, Paul & Torok, Simon & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330423373 5-6 "Zac and Hannah are at the Clairesville Museum when the museum's most exciting exhibit, the gold burial mask of the famous pharaoh, Ramses II, is about to be unveiled. But, the mask has vanished. Follow the clues and the red herrings, collect the evidence and check out the suspects to solve the crime of the missing mask." 16271 "Mystery of the ruby glasses, The" "Cripps, Lindsay" Lothian Books 2007 9780734408044 7-9 "Shey can't resist exploring the locked room in Uncle Ruben's house. Looking through a pair of antique opera glasses, Shey is transported to a strange land depicted in one of Ruben's paintings where there are lots of clues to be followed." 15354 Naked bunyip dancing "Herrick, Steven" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741146554 5-6 "Funny and, sometimes, poignant verse novel about the kids in class 6C. They get a new male teacher, a pony-tailed hippy, who helps them put on an end of year concert." 8024 Naked mole rat gets dressed "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2009 9781406321371 3-4 "Naked mole rats do not wear clothes. They hate hats, scorn socks and turn their noses up at trousers. That is, all naked mole rats except Wilbur." 64076 "Naked penguin, The" "Lardner, Kym & Lardner, Oliver (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733320729 K-2 "A little penguin doesn't have any friends because he is different. Unlike the other penguins, he is black all over without a patch of white on his chest. But, when he decides to leave his home, he sees there are other creatures that are different too." 2500 "Name at the end of the ladder, The" "De Roo, Elena" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781922244475 5-6 "Everyone has to wait until their twelfth birthday for the Name Bank to decide each person's name. Usually, safe botanical names are chosen. September wants a special, unique name and is enticed by spooky Madame Alcina to be able to choose her own name by playing a board game. What she is not told is that, so far, no one has managed to win and some players have not reappeared. Every dice roll leads to danger." 15513 Nan and dad and me at the zoo "Russelly, Dylan & McDougall, Wendy (phot)" Indij Readers 2004 9780975064146 K-2 A young boy spends the day at the zoo with his father and grandmother. Photographs support the text and provide lots of additional information about Taronga Zoo and some of its inhabitants. 6881 Nanberry: black brother white "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2011 9780732290221 7-9 "In 1789, the new colony in Sydney is established. Nanberry is an Aboriginal boy who is raised by Surgeon John White and witnesses the struggles of the colonists to survive in the wilderness. Follow Nanberry and his white brother as they make their way in the world, as well as the young convict woman who becomes a lady in her own right. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9787 Nancy Bentley: the first Australian female sailor "Hawkins, Tracey & Grantford, Jacqui (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2011 9781921042768 3-4 "Based on the true life story of Nancy Bentley, who was born in 1914 and lived with her family in Port Arthur, and due to unusual circumstances, related in this book, was inducted into the Royal Australian navy at the age of six years." 2828 Nancy Wake "FitzSimons, Peter " HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780732274566 7-9 "In the 1930s, Australian Nancy Wake was a young woman enjoying a bohemian life in Paris. After witnessing an horrific scene of Nazi violence, Nancy decided to help rid Europe of the Nazis. What began as a courier job became a highly successful escape network for Allied soldiers, perfectly camouflaged by Nancy's high-society life in Marseille. A compelling story. Coarse language may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 43472 Nanette's baguette "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2017 9781406376210 K-2 "Nanette, is on a mission to buy a baguette. It's Nanette's very first solo trip to the bakery. But will Nanette get the baguette from baker Juliette? Or will Nanette soon be beset with regret?" 4479 Nanna's button tin "Wolfer, Dianne & Potter, Heather (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781922077677 K-2 "Nanna's button tin is very special. It has buttons of all shapes and sizes and they all have a different story to tell. But today, one button in particular is needed. A button for Teddy." 2859 Nannie loves "Dunstan, Kylie" Working Title Press 2016 9781921504839 K-2 "Nannie lives on a farm with rolling hills, a muddy creek and lots of animals. Nannie loves her farm and all her animals. But, what Nannie loves most is when her family comes to stay." 121283 Nanny Piggins and the accidental blast-off "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753683 5-6 "Derrick, Samantha and Michael should be in school. Instead they find themselves in NASA's space shuttle, which Nanny Piggins manages to accidentally launch, blasting them all into outer space. This time she has gone too far! In this thrilling fourth instalment of her adventures, Nanny Piggins wrestles with a crocodile, bungy jumps off the roof using the elastic from Mr Green's underpants, staples chicken wire over their chimney to keep out Santa, captures an apricot danish-loving jewel thief and rescues her brother, Boris, from an onslaught of professional wrestlers. " 40859 Nanny Piggins and the daring rescue "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742754970 5-6 "Never fear, Nanny Piggins is here! When Mr Green rings from a tropical island, begging to be rescued, Nanny Piggins' first instinct is to say no. However, a principle is at stake. No-one kidnaps her employer - at least not without written permission from her. So Nanny Piggins sets out to save the hapless tax lawyer, and to do so she must first dabble in a spot of bungy jumping, deceive immigration officials wearing a fake moustache and seduce the President with her most powerful weapon - the dance of the seven cakes. " 35921 Nanny Piggins and the pursuit of justice "Sprat, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781864718164 5-6 "Nanny Piggins gets in trouble with the law after some illicit tight rope walking, and is sentenced to 5000 hours community service. But she isn't the type of pig to take her punishment lying down, not when there are old people to rescue, pirates to impersonate and a great big bus to borrow. " 10898 Nanny Piggins and the race to power "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742754994 5-6 "In this riveting eighth instalment of Nanny Piggins' adventures, she sets out to thwart Mr Green's political ambitions by running for mayor herself. Her mission - to proudly fight for Liberty, Equality and Cake! Is democracy safe? Probably not. Will Nanny Piggins give everyone in the electorate diabetes from too much cake? Most likely. And along the way tremendous adventure abounds. Taking part in a diabolical fun run, being trapped in a sabotaged lift, faking seismic activity, safeguarding the local vacant lot and beating the world pole vault record is just the beginning. " 11710 Nanny Piggins and the rival ringmaster "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742753782 5-6 "In book five of her enthralling adventures, Nanny Piggins discovers some startling truths about the ruthless Ringmaster, provides counselling to a Molavadinian princess with pre-wedding jitters, inadvertently wins a Nobel Prize while impersonating her sister and catches up with her favourite 4-tonne friend, Esmeralda the forgetful elephant. " 851 Nanny Piggins and the runaway lion "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719710 5-6 "With a runaway lion loose in the neighbourhood, Derrick, Samantha and Michael feel scared. Nanny Piggins feels like a slice of cake. And Boris feels like that lion looks strangely familiar. In this third action-packed book of adventures, Nanny Piggins tames a lion and a lion tamer. She revolutionises the sport of ski jumping, introduces hot-pink leotards to the local Neighbourhood Watch, demonstrates trapeze skills on a moving bus, plays badminton with a wok and teaches Shakespeare a thing or two about how to write a play. All while thwarting Mr Green's attempt to send her favourite children to Nicaragua (she does find it wearisome having to put him in his place constantly). And yet, somehow, she still finds time to bake lots and lots of cake. " 4204 Nanny Piggins and the wicked plan "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741663174 5-6 "When Mr Green announces his diabolical plan - he has decided to get married - his children (Derrick, Samantha and Michael) are horrified. Especially when they discover his real motive - he wants to get married so he can sack their beloved nanny, Nanny Piggins. Obviously their father has to be stopped, and Nanny Piggins is just the pig to do it. Because you should never ever cross a flying pig. And so, in the process of ruining Mr Green's matrimonial prospects, Nanny Piggins and the children have many exciting adventures - including being blasted across Dead Man's Gorge with an armadillo, breaking into a maximum-security prison in search of Chinese food and fighting a Gypsy Queen over a pit of fire." 25061 Nanny Piggins' guide to conquering christmas "Spratt, R A" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9780857980922 5-6 "Watch out Santa, Nanny Piggins is coming to town this Christmas! This is not a survival guide to Christmas. This is a guide to conquering the Yuletide season! That's right, it is time to take a stand - don't suffer through another year of brussels sprouts, gift-wrapped socks and slobbery kisses from great aunts who forget to put their teeth in. Take control of your Christmas and put the happy back in your holiday, using the handy hints, games and inspiring stories within this book. " 3868 Nara and the island "Ungureanu, Dan" Andersen Press Ltd 2016 9781783443420 K-2 "My home is so small, you can't lose anything. At least, that's what my dad says. But sometimes, I feel like getting lost." 15355 Nardika learns to make a spear "Fry, Chris" Magabala Books 2001 9781875641703 3-4 "With his father's help, Nandika, an Aboriginal boy, learns how to make a chittabutta, a fishing spear, so he can catch his own fish." 273 "Nargun and the stars, The" "Wrightson, Patricia" Puffin Australia 1988 9780140307801 5-6 Simon lives with his cousins in Australia. He sees a star-like creature that moves at night and becomes involved in a life and death struggle. 9356 Natalie Imbruglia "Gott, Robert" Reed Library 2000 9781863919371 7-9 "Natalie Imbruglia is an internationally renowned singer and songwriter, who has won many music industry awards." Nathan Nuttboard series "Eaton, Anthony" 5-6 "A funny, heart-warming and honest look at school, family, friends and the things that really matter. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9155 Nation "Pratchett, Terry" Corgi Books 2009 9780552557795 7-9 "Mau is the sole survivor of a primitive tribe, wiped out by a terrible natural disaster. He is young but brave and visionary, in this upside-down and dangerous world. He gathers around him, and defends, a strange group, including a feisty young girl and a foul-mouthed parrot. Strong language used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." National Geographic kids series level 1 and level 2 Various 3-4 "An interesting and informative series with great photographs. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Natural disasters series "Park, Louise" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 43056 Nature explorer "Burnie, D & Morgan, B & Walker, R & Woodward, J" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405354042 5-6 "Become an expert nature explorer with fifty easy-to-do activities, which can be done in the park, the garden or at home. From studying bird behaviour to growing crystals, you will discover lots about bugs, birds, rocks, fossils and many other wonders of nature." 274 "Nature of the beast, The" "Howker, Janni" Walker Books 1996 9780744543506 7-9 "A community in Yorkshire, England, devastated by unemployment, has another problem to contend with. An unknown beast is roaming the moors." Nature storybooks series Various K-2 "A mixture of story and factual information presented. Some titles have a CD. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Nature storybooks series Various 3-4 "A mixture of story and factual information presented. Some titles have a CD. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4807 Nature's day "Maguire, Kay & Kroll, Danielle (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2015 9781847806086 K-2 "Discover the world of wildlife on your doorstep. Beginning in spring, this book revisits nine different places, during each of the four seasons, and explores the changing scenery and animal life found there." 5595 Nature's lullaby fills the night "Leone, Dee & Engel, Bali (ill)" Sterling Publishing Co 2018 9781454921394 K-2 "Spiders spin their silky treads to the tune of raindrops, and crickets put on a chirping concert. Flower petals curl up for the night as willow branches dance in the breeze. Sleepy little fishes swim through starlit waters, and a stately stallion nuzzles its yearlings by its side. From land, to sky, to sea...this is how nature wishes you goodnight." 18401 Nature's way A to Z "Brian, Janeen & Leitch, Helen (ill)" Crawford House Publishing 2005 9781863333061 3-4 Combining humorous verse through the twenty-six letters of the alphabet. This book shows nature's ways and how the environment works. 4066 "Naughty naughty baddies, The" "Sperring, Mark & Tazzyman, David (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408849736 K-2 "The Naughty Naughty Baddies like nothing more than being wickedly wicked, awfully awful and diabolically dreadful. But will their latest naughty plan land them into a right spot of bother?" 60802 Naughty Nigel "Ross, Tony" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842707449 3-4 Naughty Nigel creates mayhem with his bad behaviour until he has his just rewards in a bad dream and is taught a lesson. 3103 "Naughty nine and the mystery of Benito's treasure, The" "Milne, Christopher" Milne Books 1996 9780646288697 3-4 The naughty nine go in search of the treasure. 5564 Naveed: through my eyes "Heffernan, John & White, Lyn (ed) " Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743312483 5-6 "Naveed is sick of war. The foreign powers and the Taliban, the warlords and the drug barons have torn Afghanistan apart. He has had to grow up quickly to care for his widowed mother and young sister, making little money from odd jobs and selling at the markets. When Naveed adopts Nasera, a street dog with extraordinary abilities, he has a chance to help rebuild his country." Navigators series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 275 "Nearest the whiteman gets, The" "Robinson, Roland" Hale & Iremonger 1994 9780868063799 7-9 "A collection of narratives retelling Aboriginal traditions are written by a non-Aboriginal poet who was made a member of Aboriginal language groups in two Australian states. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2423 Nearly impossible dreams "Finn, Tara" Green Olive Press 2013 9780987209993 5-6 "Tara Finn has always loved books and reading. When she was five, she told everyone she was going to be a writer, and at age ten she has published a collection of over thirty of her poems." 9641 Ned Kelly's helmet "Stafford, Paul" Crawford House Publishing 2008 9781863333269 5-6 "Every month, Mrs Bracker has an historical theme for Years 5 and 6 to study, and there's always a prize for the best project. This month, the class are bushrangers holding up local businesses for donations. The prize is a state-of-the-art billy cart so Robbie and the McGoogly will do anything to win, even trying out some ancient technology to locate a real souvenir of the bushranger period." 16844 Ned Kelly's secret "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742830322 7-9 "Hugo and his father have come to Australia to research life in the gold fields. When the coach they are travelling on is bailed up by a bushranger, they decide to find out all they can about bushrangers. Little does Hugo know that when he befriends fifteen year old Ned Kelly, he is much closer to bushrangers that he expected. His comfortable travels with is father are about to lead to exciting and dangerous places." 9426 Ned's Kang-u-roo "Farrer, Vashti" "Otto Books, www.vashtifarrer.com" 1997 9780850918557 3-4 "Twelve year old farm boy, Ned Wattrous, runs away to sea on Captain James Cook's HMS Endeavour. Ned tells how they save the ship and sail into shore for repairs. Then they must find a way out through the shallow and treacherous water." 12939 Neil Armstrong: first man on the moon "Goldsmith, Dr Mike" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2001 9780750238854 5-6 "On 20 July 1969, hundreds of millions of people watched on television as Neil Armstrong stepped onto the powdery surface of the moon. This book provides an insight into his life." 9407 Nellie Melba "Irvine, Nance" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1986 9780340397299 5-6 Words and illustrations tell the story of the famous opera singer's life. 1799 "Nelly gang, The" "Axelsen, Stephen" Walker Books 2013 9781921977916 3-4 "Fun, dastardly plans, at least one villain and a pet goat entertain amid the danger. Can Nelly rescue her father from the clutches of Captain Sunbeam. Will the children escape each of several close shaves with their lives. And who will get the gold." 47244 Nelly Jelly and the magnificent tree "Limbrick, Lisa & Trappel, Jemima (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563184 3-4 "There is only one thing that Nelly dislikes more than jelly and that's heights. In fact, she is terrified of high places. But when she has to climb the magnificent tree to rescue her younger sister's doll, Nelly has to not only face her greatest fear but a series of soggy, squishy and sticky things. " Nelly the monster sitter series "Gray, Kes" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 276 Nelson Mandela "Connolly, Sean" Heinemann 2000 9780431086361 5-6 "The life and work of a political activist, his imprisonment and election as the president of South Africa." 979 Nelson Mandela "Nelson, Kadir" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780062246363 5-6 "The text shows the path taken by Nelson Mandela, raised in a small community, to defence lawyer, to public protester, through jail and how he became a great political leader. It traces the change in South Africa from apartheid to free state. " 15151 Nelson Mandela: father of freedom "Adi, Hakim" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2001 9780750233200 7-9 "South Africa's famous freedom-fighter struggled for race equality all his life and won. He became president of the people he helped to free and, in so doing, earned love and respect worldwide. It concludes with his life in retirement." 15048 Neptune's nursery "Toft, Kim Michelle & Sheather, Allan" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702231124 3-4 "A hide-and-seek game through a tropical underwater world to discover which is the mystery sea creature that we all know, yet rarely see. Beautiful illustrations." 26544 Neptunia "Alexander, Goldie" Five Senses Publications 2013 9781741308716 5-6 "Cassie is a great swimmer but has to move to a country town with no swimming pool. But when asked to deliver an important message to the underwater city of Neptunia, Cassie has to use all her strength and skill to survive a marathon swim." 2992 "Nerdy dozen, The" "Miller, Jeff" Harper 2015 9780062272638 5-6 "Neil Andertol is a hero...Just not in real life. In video games, Neil - or as his online friends know him, ManofNeil - is a superstar. He's just one spot away from the top score on Chameleon, the cool new jet-flying game where the plane supposedly goes invisible at the highest level. But while ManofNeil can take out a whole squadron of enemy planes, regular Neil still gets picked on by the class bully. Until now. When Neil mysteriously wakes up at an undisclosed military base along with eleven other kids, he learns that Chameleon isn't just a game - it's the training simulator for a real fighter jet! Now the Air Force needs their help piloting the jets on a top-secret rescue mission. Can Neil put his gaming skills to the ultimate real-life test? Because this time Neil isn't just playing for points - he's playing to save the world!" 56832 "Nest for Kora, A" "Saxby, Claire & Rossell, Judith (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136030 K-2 Kora is searching for the best place to lay her egg. She is very particular and nothing seems to be right. Eventually she takes Granny Hen's advice and lays her first egg. Netball gems series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3116 Netball or nothing "Hellard, Bernadette & Gibbs, Lisa" HarperCollins Australia 2000 9780207199608 7-9 Rachel's goal is to play netball for Australia but she has a lot to learn about being a team player. 20942 Never ever before "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741694666 K-2 "In the drifting, swirling land of small, Big is born. Big stands solid, strong and predictable until the day a breeze, bigger than never ever before, begins to blow." 9235 "Neverending story, The" "Ende, Michael" Penguin 1991 9780140317930 5-6 "Fantastica is slowly decaying, its childlike empress dying. Only a human can set things right. Unicorns, dragons and sprites inhabit this enchanted world, into which Bastian ventures through the pages of an old book." 35548 Nevermoor: The trials of Morrigan Crow "Townsend, Jessica" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734418074 7-9 "Morrigan Crow is cursed. Born on an unlucky day Morrigan is blamed for all local misfortunes from hailstorms to heart attacks. But as Morrigan awaits her fate a strange and remarkable man named Jupiter North appears and whisks her away to a magical city named Nevermoor. Morrigan discovers that she must contend for a place in a magical society called the Wundrous Society. The only problem is, Morrigan thinks she has no secret talents at all. To stay in the safety of Nevermoor for good, Morrigan will need to find a way to pass the tests. " 18216 Neville no-phone "Branford, Anna & Chadwick, Kat (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529962 3-4 "Neville is the only kid in his whole class without a mobile phone. Or, so he tells his parents. When it's clear that Neville's parents can't be persuaded to get him a phone, Neville enlists the help of his mate, Enzo. They are determined. Humans have walked on the moon and they've built the pyramids. Surely, if they put their minds to it, Neville and Enzo can find a way." 12334 New bjorn "England, Kathryn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734403926 5-6 "Erik the Viking's father and the entire clan have been kidnapped. But, Erik isn't interested in swinging spiky balls and swords, so it is going to be very difficult for him to save his father from the Dorks and the Jerks." 9229 "New book of the pharaohs, The" "Millard, Dr Anne" Watts Publishing Group 1998 9780749631789 5-6 "Using the very latest information and in full colour, Dr Millard takes us through some of the mysteries surrounding the life and death of ancient pharaohs. King Tutankhamen and others are featured in this up-to-date look at ancient Egypt." 4759 New boy "Earls, Nick" Puffin Australia 2015 9780143308393 5-6 "Adjusting to a new country and a new school was never going to be easy for Herschelle. It's so different to South Africa. The food is strange and, worst of all, no one understands the Aussie slang that he's learnt on the web. But, it's the similarities that make things really hard. Herschelle will have to confront racism, bullying and his own past before Australia can feel like home." 2619 New city "Abela, Deborah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781742758558 5-6 "Isabella and her friends have escaped the floodwaters of Grimsdon for the modern world of New City. Uncertainty and fear have brought dark times, with refugees fleeing the world's rising waters and becoming imprisoned in a miserable camp. Isabella and her friends face new threats, with eyes watching them everywhere." 654 New Guinea moon "Constable, Kate" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315033 7-9 "For 16 year old Julie these Christmas holidays become life changing. Her parents separated when she was three and she is meeting her father, a pilot in New Guinea, for the first time since then. In addition, spending time away from her mother is something Julie is looking forward to - a time to decide her own path." 28004 "New kid, The: Unpopular me" "O'Loghlin, James & Martin, Matthew (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2018 9781760554255 3-4 "No-one enjoys being the new kid at school and Sam is no different. He doesn't set out to be the uncool new kid and has plans to be the most popular kid in the school after moving from Adelaide to Canberra. This book is hilarious with tales of lonely losers, frog underpants, fireworks and bad boys." 111880 "New kind of dreaming, A" "Eaton, Anthony" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702232282 7-9 "Jamie Riley is on probation and has arrived in desolate Port Barren. It's a mysterious town with a number of dark secrets, a strange assortment of people and a number of unsolved crimes, Jamie's arrival leads to a number of unexplained events, culminating in a heroic journey through the desert, which brings the truth of these ghastly events to light. Includes adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18531 "New policeman, The" "Thompson, Kate" Random House Children's Books 2005 9780370328232 7-9 "Mystical fantasy tapping into Irish culture and music that deals with the interesting concept of time leaking from the real world into the fantasy world and the impact on both. A musical score ends each chapter. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15438 "New room for William, A" "Grindley, Sally" Bloomsbury 2000 9780747544890 K-2 William has to move to a new house. He has misgivings about settling into his new room without his familiar surroundings. Little by little his new room becomes perfect. 12159 "New shoes, My" "Bruce, Lisa" Watts 2000 9780749634926 K-2 "For young children, buying new shoes can be fun but it can also be overwhelming. Adults sharing this picture book with children, can discuss common childhood experiences and relationships." New Solar System series "Birch, Robin" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5099 New South Wales "Tan, Linsie" Redback Publishing 2017 9780994624710 5-6 Dip into fascinating facts all about New South Wales. Did you know that there are about 100 plants and animals in NSW that are endangered or that people from over 220 countries live in NSW? Read these and many more interesting facts about NSW in this fascinating book. 3816 New Year surprise "Cheng, Christopher & Wu, Di (ill)" National Library of Australia 2016 9780642278838 K-2 "The whole family is excited about the New Year Spring Festival. Everyone has a special job and Little Brother is anxious to know what his will be. But, his brother says that Little Brother is too small to help out. He's not strong enough to hold onto a kite and he's too little to hold the dragon poles. But, Father says that he has a special job. Follow Little Brother through the village to find out what his special job is." 4553 Newspaper hats "Cummings, Phil & Swan, Owen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743622544 K-2 "Grandpa can remember many things from long ago but he has trouble remembering Georgie. Together, they stroll through Grandpa's memories of tadpoles in tins, summer rain and sticky honey on bread, until they both rediscover their love of making newspaper hats." 9819 Newt's emerald "Nix, Garth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112653 7-9 "After the Newington Emerald is stolen at the height of a conjured storm, eighteen year old Lady Truthful Newington goes to London to search for the magical heirloom. But, as a well-bred young lady cannot hunt the metropolis for a stolen jewel, she has to disguise herself as a man. Lady Truthful is soon caught up in a dangerous adventure where she must risk her life, her reputation and her heart. Her father's life and even the fate of England may depend upon her recovering the Newington Emerald." 15152 Ngay janijirr ngank - this is my word "Williams, Magdalene & Torres, Pat (ed)" Magabala Books 1999 9781875641475 5-6 "Raised in Beagle Bay mission, Magdalene had been exposed to her traditional culture by her elders. Her account of the coming of the missionaries, and the resulting destruction of law and culture, is interwoven with the poetry of Nyulnyul stories." 12004 Nice walk in the jungle "Bodsworth, Nan" Puffin Australia 1991 9780140541274 K-2 "When Miss Jellaby takes her class on a nice nature walk through a most extraordinary jungle, she does not realise they are being followed by a very hungry boa constrictor." 18699 Nicholas and the chronoporter "Monkfish, Rowley" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302001 5-6 "One of the many inventions of Nicholas is a belt that lets him travel through time. His teacher sees it as a way to gain world domination. They become locked in an hysterical, time-hopping battle that Nicholas has to win to save the world." 17464 Nick Mack's good luck "Bergman, Mara & Barton, Jill (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844280919 3-4 "Nick Mack's best friend, Ellie, has a dog called Newton, whom she says is as much Nick's dog as hers. But, Nick wants a pet of his own. Nick finds a four-leaf clover in the park and his good luck soon kicks in." 6434 Nick's fabulous footy cards "Fish, Greg & Trevenen, Jason (ill)" Hip and Shoulder Books 2014 9780992533502 3-4 "If you love footy and think you're pretty good, you sound just like Nick. After recovering from an ankle injury, Nick discovers he has lost his self-confidence and is not playing very well. His Uncle Matthew gives him a new pack of footy cards and, during the night, Nick wakens to the sound and movement of tiny footballers, training on his doona. It's the Hammers, his favourite team, who just might help to improve his game." 61347 "Nickle Nackle tree, The" "Dodd, Lynley" ABC Books 2006 9780733320644 K-2 "The Nickle Nackle tree is overloaded with the most outrageous, zany birds you can imagine. Rollicking rhymes reinforce the fun." 9331 Nicola and the viscount "Cabot, Meg" Pan Macmillan US 2002 9780330415170 7-9 "London, 1810: Miss Nicola Sparks, independent husband-hunting orphan meets the fabulously rich, breathtakingly handsome cad and bounder, Lord Sebastian. She is involved in a kidnapping and a very romantic rescue." 15392 Nigel "Axelsson, Carina" Assouline Publishing 2004 9782843236143 3-4 "Nigel lives in Hyde Park, London and is about to become king. That's what Her Divine Highness Queen Bethunia of Hyde has decided, despite Nigel's youth and out-of-control imagination." 9486 Night animals "Hussein, Iqbal & Boller, Gary" Two-can Publishing 2000 9781854347947 3-4 "Catchy, casual language, photographs and cartoon drawings show how nocturnal animals find food and shelter, how they mate and explore the concept of adaptation." 15360 Night animals (Ladybird read it yourself) "Horsley, Lorraine & Harmer, Sharon (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2004 9781844222742 K-2 Discover animals from different environments and what they do at night. Simple text and supportive illustrations. Ideal for developing readers. 11991 Night creatures "Cooper, Wade" Scholastic Australia 2008 9780545057974 3-4 "Easy to read rhymes reveal information about special creatures who like the night, including skunks, owls, bats, foxes, jaguars, badgers and kangaroos. Beautiful photos and busy pages of facts." 1455 "Night fairy, The" "Schlitz, Laura Amy & Barrett, Angela (ill)" Candlewick Press 2010 9780763636746 3-4 "What would happen to a fairy if she lost her wings and could no longer fly? Flory, a night fairy no bigger than an acorn, is about to find out. The world is very big and dangerous but Flory is fierce and determined to survive. If that means using Skuggle the squirrel so be it." 41017 "Night garden, The" "Hurst, Elise" ABC Books 2007 9780733318306 K-2 "When the moon rises, Sally and her cat go into the night garden. The garden is transformed into a place of magic and adventure as they go past twisted shapes and creatures." 3132 Night noises "Fox, Mem & Denton, Terry (ill)" Omnibus Books 1991 9781862910799 K-2 "Lily Laceby is nearly ninety. She lives in a quiet spot in the country with her dog, Butch Aggie. As Lily dozes peacefully by the cosy fire, Butch Aggie stirs, alarmed by strange noises. Children will enjoy the suspense as Lily reaches the door." 13023 Night of the burning "Press Wulf, Linda" Bloomsbury 2007 9780747590514 7-9 "Sisters, Devorah and Nechama, are two of Isaac Ochberg's orphans who have survived the Night of the Burning in Domachevo, Poland, in 1920. With courage and hope, the sisters travel to South Africa for a better life and a desire to find safety and a family that might love them." 12810 Night of the fifth moon "Ciddor, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741148145 5-6 "Ket is desperate to learn the druid's secrets. He can predict the future from the stars, understand the raven's cry and speak words of power that can halt a battle. Five other fosterlings are competing with him to become the chosen one and, at each new moon, one of them is sent away. Friendships are strained as they all try to impress the druid." 79289 Night school "Carmody, Isobelle & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670072071 5-6 "A group of children spend the night in a big old school and go on a chilling journey of self-discovery when they decide to play a game. They must travel from room to room, picking up a lantern and writing down their names to ward off the dark. But, the old school holds a secret that they must confront if they are to succeed in their journey." 9325 Night singing "Meehan, Kierin" Penguin 2003 9780143300601 7-9 "A funny and fascinating story of contemporary Australia with a moving tale of survival in Hiroshima at the end of the Second World War. When Josh breaks his leg, he is rescued by his kind but mysterious neighbour, Mrs Murakami." 4240 Night swimming "Bowe, Steph" Griffin Press 2017 9781925498165 7-9 "Imagine being the only two seventeen-year-olds in a small town. That's life for Kirby Arrow named after the most dissenting judge in Australia's history and her best friend Clancy Lee, would-be musical star. Clancy wants nothing more than to leave town and head for the big smoke, but Kirby is worried: her family has a history of leaving. She hasn't heard from her father since he left when she was a baby. Shouldn't she stay to help her mother with the goat's-milk soap-making business and look after her grandfather? And how could she leave her pet goat, Stanley, her dog Maude, and her cat Marianne? But two things happen that change everything for Kirby. She finds an article in the newspaper about her father, and Iris arrives in town. Iris is beautiful, wears crazy clothes, plays the mandolin, and seems perfect.. Clancy has his heart set on winning over Iris. Trouble is Kirby is also falling in love with Iris...Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 16016 "Night they stormed Eureka, The" "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732285418 5-6 "It's 1854 and the Ballarat goldfields are a place of dreams and rebellion as Sam, a homeless teenager, is called back to the past. As the summer days get hotter and the miners protests are ignored, Sam experiences at first-hand the power of a united stand which will change her life forever." 20769 Night vision "West, Ella" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743317662 7-9 "Viola can't go out in the sun. If she does, it will kill her. Even fluorescent lights can do her harm. So, her parents invest in night vision goggles and let her roam the nearby forest at night for fun. When Viola sees something that she will not ignore, she has a choice to make. But, choices come with consequences and hers may have dangerous implications. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 948 Night watch "Cummings, Phil & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504365 K-2 "Giraffe, Elephant, Hippo and Baboon all live happily by the lake, minding their own business, until Lion is spied stalking in the shadows." 3157 Nightfall "Halpern, Jake & Kujawinski, Peter" Hot Key Books 2016 9781471405730 7-9 "On Marin's island, sunrise doesn't come every twenty-four hours - it comes every twenty-eight years. Now the sun is just a sliver of light on the horizon. The weather is turning cold. The shadows are growing long. The dark is rising. And soon it will be Night. Because Night is falling. Their island is changing. And something is stirring in the dark. " 9033 Nighty night "Wild, Margaret & Argent, Kerry" ABC Books 2000 9780733305900 K-2 All the mums and dads in the barnyard want to put their babies to bed but their naughty babies are up to very tricky tricks. 44558 Niko draws a feeling "Raczka, Bob & Shin, Simone (ill)" Carolrhoda Books 2017 9781467798433 K-2 "Niko loves drawing his world, the energetic ring-a-ling of the ice cream truck, the bright and warm of sun on his face. But no one appreciates his abstract art. Finally, a new neighbour sees the world in the same way as Niko, leading the young artist to create a new illustration that reflects the act of making a new friend. " Nim series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3144 "Nimbin, The" "Wagner, Jenny" Penguin 2001 9780140362978 5-6 "One summer, Philippa's life is changed forever when she meets a furry, shadowy little creature called a nimbin, who adopts her and takes over her beach bag as its home. A delightful tale about a mythical Australian creature." 15049 Nina Rose's toes "Wise, Sandra & Linton, Lina (ill)" Sassey Pty Ltd 2004 9780975207611 K-2 "When Nina Rose disobeys her ballet teacher and mother and continues to dance on her toes, she is unable to dance in the annual Christmas concert. Nina Rose learns a lesson the hard way." 2135 Nine open arms "Lindelauf, Benny & Nieuwenhuizen, John (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743315859 7-9 "The Boons, a large, motherless family, are always on the move. Their father, a dreamer, takes risks that never pay off. When the family moves to an isolated house, Fing and her sisters sense the house and adjacent cemetery have a macabre past. They defy their strong-tongued grandmother to explore the cellar and a curious hole in the hedge. The house has its secrets and, somehow, they are linked to the family." 7526 Ninja kid: From nerd to ninja "Do, Anh" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742993263 3-4 "When Nelson, a nerdy boy who lives in a junkyard, wakes up on his 10th birthday he discovers he can suddenly do things he has never done before. He finds out he is a Ninja and maybe the last one on earth. There must be some mistake!" 6555 Ninnyhammer "King-Smith, Dick" Random House Children's Books 2008 9780552556200 3-4 "Ninnyhammer is known as the village simpleton. When Peter fishes a strange stick out of the stream, he discovers that there's a lot more to Ninnyhammer than first appears." 9368 Nips go national "Starke, Ruth" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404749 7-9 "Flushed with their multicultural cricketing success in NIPS XI, the team goes interstate to watch the Aussie team practise on the holiest turf in cricket, the MCG. They are also invited to an important cricket carnival." 277 Nips XI "Starke, Ruth" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734401137 7-9 "The boys at North Illaba Primary School form a cricket team. The team includes students from different cultures and they combine to celebrate their common interests, not their diversities." Nit Boy series "Bancks, Tristan & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" 3-4 "Feature an unlikely relationship between a nit called Ned and a boy with an Afro hairdo, Lewis. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 20933 No "Altes, Marta" Child's Play International Ltd 2011 9781846434174 K-2 "The little dog in this family works very hard to be good. His family must love him very much. But, there's one thing he doesn't understand." 17309 No "McPhail, David" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801203 3-4 "A little boy sets out to deliver a letter, witnessing acts of war on the way. But, when he encounters a bully by the post-box, he decides that enough is enough." 104267 No and me "de Vigan, Delphine" Bloomsbury 2010 9780747599838 7-9 "Lou Bertignac's father cries in secret in the bathroom and her mother hasn't been out of the house properly for years. But, Lou is about to change her life and that of her parents for good, all because of a school project she decides to do about the homeless. Lou meets No, a teenage girl living on the streets, who has disruptive as well as positive effects on the whole family. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 or above." 58700 No bears "McKinlay, Meg & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921529924 K-2 "Ruby is in charge of this book and there will be no bears in it, not even one." 10667 No cat and that's that "Dawe, Bruce & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Penguin 2002 9780143300090 3-4 Sam wants a cat but Dad says no. She will have to persuade him to let her have one and he doesn't look like he's going to say yes easily. 278 No gun for Asmir "Mattingley, Christobel & Honey, Elizabeth (ill)" Puffin Australia 1993 9780140367294 7-9 Asmir and his family are trying to escape from the war in Sarajevo. 3148 No hat brigade "Airey, Miriam" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9781740517737 3-4 "Grandpa John has all the answers to Lachlan's questions but, when the issue of wearing a hat arises, Grandpa has all the reasons why he does not wear a hat. This book tells you about the dangers of skin cancer." 21498 No kind of superman "Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2011 9781921136771 K-2 "Dad doesn't always get the small things right. But, then, it's not always the small things that matter. When it comes to the big things, well, Dad has his own brand of superpowers to call on." 3152 No one "Nilsson, Eleanor & Ogden, Betina" Puffin Australia 1999 9780141304120 3-4 "Emma and her older sister, Charlotte, share the same birthday. They even want the same birthday present. But Emma and Charlotte are very different, and so are their new puppies." 8066 No one likes a fart "Foster Blake, Zoe & Nickel, Adam (ill)" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143786603 K-2 "Fart is excited! He's desperate to make friends and have fun. But no one likes a fart. Not even a fart with a heart. Too smelly. Too embarrassing. Too gross. A sweet, funny story about accepting yourself and finding a friend who loves you just the way you are. Mostly, though, it's about a fart. And fart jokes. Loooots of fart jokes. " 15925 No place like home "Ghosh, Ronojoy" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780857988461 K-2 "Being homesick is making George a terrible grump. Not knowing where home is makes it even worse. So, George sets off on a search. He isn't sure what home looks like but he'll know it when he finds it." 7545 No place like home "Thompson, Collin & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733613234 K-2 "Big Jim, the old horse, knows that the best thing about going away is coming home. Every summer, Big Jim pulls the caravan that takes Max and his family around the countryside to perform their acrobatics and magic theatre show." 11853 No regrets "Bell, Krista" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404305 7-9 "Julia, a gifted student, musically and academically, is accelerated to high school. She feels socially isolated and desperately wants to fit in with the other students. Julia's life changes in many ways when the school band travels to Hobart." 50800 No return: Captain Scott's race to the pole "Gouldthorpe, Peter" Lothian Books 2011 9780734412201 3-4 "In the age of discovery, Antarctica remained largely unexplored. Robert Falcon Scott was one pioneer who penetrated the ice and cruel weather. This is the amazing story of his second journey from England to Antarctica. On the return journey, Scott and his comrades perished from a combination of exhaustion, starvation and extreme cold." 5485 No room for a mouse "Mewburn, Kyle & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781865046600 3-4 "Christopher's mother is so busy working for the pigeon post that she doesn't notice when he invites an amazing variety of people to share their enormous house. There's Mrs Fizzletum, Maestro Bambonium and his Grand Pandemonium, and Ringmaster Fergus and the Sawdust Circus. Soon the house begins to feel small, so small that Christopher's mouse, Sneaky, can't even find a spot." 12267 No roses for Harry "Zion, Gene & Graham, Margaret Bloy (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1992 9780099978800 K-2 "Everyone loves the coat with roses on it that grandma has knitted for Harry, the little black and white dog. Everyone, that is, except Harry, who can't bear it. Losing the coat proves to be more difficult than Harry imagined." 1104 No safe place "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742374109 7-9 "Three teenagers flee their homes for different reasons and are desperate to get to England. They entrust their lives to a people smuggler and quickly learn that he can't be trusted. Follow each of their journeys as they seek asylum. Based on the true experiences of children caught up in the refugee jungle of Calais and striving to find a place for themselves in the world. Includes adult themes and violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2386 No stars to wish on "Fraillon, Zana" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743315149 5-6 "Taken from his home in the middle of the night, Jack is placed in a home for 'Orphans and Unwanted Children.' He loves telling jokes but not many people laugh in the orphanage. There are no names, only numbers on shoes, and Jack has become Number 49. The spirited, ever-optimistic Jack struggles in the loveless, cruel environment and begins to wonder if he will ever return to the family he misses so much." 37387 No tears "Bell, Krista" Lothian Books 2006 9780734406958 7-9 Xanthe and Julia are best friends. They are both very talented. Xanthe dreams of winning a medal at the National Diving Championships and Julia is a talented musician. Both girls have to deal with some serious challenges to realise their dreams. 4574 No way Yirrikipayi "Milikapiti School, Melville Island & Lester, Alison" Pan MacMillan 1915 9780992478070 K-2 "Yirrikipayi, the crocodile, is hungry. He goes hunting, chasing animals in the sea and on the land. Meet the animals and learn their Tiwi Island names." 280 No-name bird: a story of East Timor "Vondra, Josef" Penguin 2000 9780140283174 7-9 "A parallel is drawn between Jose and the other people of East Timor during the invasion by Indonesia, and the spirit of Uncle Adolfo's fighting bird. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 32309 Noah Barleywater runs away "Boyne, John" David Fickling Books 2010 9780385618953 7-9 "Eight year old Noah is running away from his problems, or at least that's what he thinks, the day he takes the untrodden path through the forest. When he comes across a very unusual toyshop and meets the even more unusual toymaker, he's not sure what to expect. But, the toymaker has a story to tell, a story full of adventure and wonder and broken promises." 73251 Noah Dreary "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin 2013 9780670077182 3-4 "Noah complains and had been on a particular roll that day, complaining about this, about that, about this, that, this, that, that, this and the other (much of which involved his baby sister). So, off popped his head." 12862 Noah's boat "Elliott, Louise" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404596 K-2 "This Noah lives in Australia. When a voice in his head tells him he should build a boat, he tries to ignore it but, eventually, gives in. The animals start to give him advice so it doesn't turn out exactly as expected, but that's not a bad thing." 21790 Noah's garden "Johnson, Mo & Josse, Annabelle (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921150159 K-2 "Noah and his family are living in The Children's Hospital because his new sister, Jessica, was born with a serious medical condition. Normal family life is suspended indefinitely for Noah and he spends his days in the hospital garden, creating an imaginary world, longing for the day when Jess can join him." 16880 Noah's law "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330426183 7-9 "Sixteen year old Noah is a troublemaker. His father is a hotshot barrister. This is not a good combination. When Noah gets caught misbehaving at school, his dad sends him to work at his aunt's law firm, during the holidays, to learn responsibility and fix his attitude. Noah discovers Law & Order TV shows differ from reality big time." 15867 Nobody owns the moon "Riddle, Tohby" Penguin 2008 9780670071609 5-6 "Clive Prendergast is a fox with a regular job and a place to call home in a busy city. His friend, Humphrey, is a struggling donkey with no fixed address. Life in the city isn't easy but a special-looking, blue envelope is about to change everything, at least for one night." 7001 Nobody's boy "Bates, Dianne" Celapene Press 2012 9780987255600 5-6 "Ron's family is broken. He isn't able to live with his mum or dad. Now he's being fostered by his aunt who has three sons of her own. It's a chaotic, angry environment, and Ron isn't at all happy. When strangers, Rosie and Bob, offer to care for him, he jumps at the chance. It's the kind of home he's always dreamed of. There is only one thing missing. He aches to be with his dad." 3935 Nog and the land of noses "Whatley, Bruce" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741698091 K-2 "Nog is the only one in town who doesn't have a nose that does anything useful. His family and friends have noses that can do all sorts of things, sniff out a bargain, play music and even catch fish. But, all Nog can do is catch a cold. Grandma has always said Nog has a nose for trouble but no-one knows what she means until, one day, Nog's nose gets itchy." 8129 Noises at night "Glass, Beth Raisner & Lubner, Susan & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Omnibus Books 2006 9781862916838 K-2 "A boy is attempting to fall asleep but he is distracted by the nightly household and neighbourhood sounds. Each sound leads to a colourful vision, created by his fertile imagination." 12076 Noisy Nora "Wells, Rosemary" Scholastic US 1973 9780140567281 K-2 "Noisy Nora has trouble being the middle mouse-child. No one in the family has time for Nora so she does the thing she does very well that her family can't ignore. She makes noise. Nora is noisy. She slams windows, upsets furniture and bangs doors." 41502 Nomax "Horsfall, Shannon" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2017 9781460753927 K-2 "Nomax is a dog who lives life to the full, which is why his master is so often calling out to him- NOMAX!" 12619 Noni the pony "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758887 K-2 Noni is the nicest pony. She loves to entertain the cows and hens and ducks on the farm by the sea. And play hide and seek with her best friends Dave Dog and Coco the Cat. 9953 Noni the pony goes to the beach "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743311141 K-2 "Noni the pony is friendly and funny, and her friends join her at the beach when it's sunny." 24908 Nonna's gnocchi "Huntley, Rebecca & Tor, Ilona (ill)" Little People Publishing 2014 9780992479503 K-2 "Nonna is Sofia's grandmother, and today she is teaching her granddaughter how to make gnocchi, and telling her also how she learnt from her mother. This is a story of passing our traditions, stories and recipes on in families - complete with a gnocchi recipe." 12196 Nonsense nursery rhymes "Edwards, Richard & Fisher, Chris (ill)" Oxford University Press 1997 9780199104789 K-2 "A quirky mix of traditional and modern rhymes, arranged in alphabetical order in picture book format. Rhymes, without illustrations, are also organised alphabetically in the back of the book." 62032 Nonsense verse "Lear, Edward" Antique Collectors Club 2005 9781851497041 3-4 "This book brings new life to five of Edward Lear's best-loved nonsense verses. Zany characters leap across the pages in a colourful, fantasy world, where nothing is quite what it seems and anything is possible." 81508 Noodle pie "Starke, Ruth" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862917637 5-6 "Andy and his father, a Vietnamese former refugee, return to Hanoi for the first time in over twenty years. Andy experiences a real cultural shock as he feels very Australian and doesn't like being called by his Vietnamese name. Over time, Andy discovers a lot about his relatives, his father and himself, as he helps his dad tell them about his life in Australia." 10612 Nora: the girl who ate and ate "Weale, Andrew & Cort, Ben (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2011 9781849390514 K-2 "Nora Fatima Buffet is greedy. One night, when she is sent to bed without any supper, Nora decides to make her own sandwich, using whatever she can find. But, this time Nora's bitten off more than she can chew." 10718 Norman and Brenda "Thompson, Colin & Lissiat, Amy (ill)" Lothian Books 2006 9780734409560 7-9 "Norman and Brenda lead separate, unfulfilled lives until finally their worlds converge and they discover true happiness, thanks to chance. Gentle humour, economy of words and complex visuals." 46455 Norman does nothing "Storer, Jen & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305941 3-4 "Norman is a dignified garden gnome who is used to living in the same place and doing nothing all day. But, Norman's peaceful life suddenly gets turned upside down, with unexpected results." 16367 Norman Enormous "Hackett, Dave" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143502227 3-4 "Norman Not-so-enormous wonders if two people can find true friendship when they are so different. He can think of all the reasons why their new relationship might fail but, when he gives it a go, he finds that he and Norman Enormous have heaps in common. Squished and squashed in his normal-sized home, Norman Enormous has longed to share his love of interpretive dance and black-and-white movies." 4542 "Norris, the bear who shared" "Rayner, Catherine" Orchard Books 2010 9781846163081 K-2 "Norris just loves plorringes. When he spots one ripening in the afternoon sun, Norris sits back and waits patiently for the fruit to drop from the tree into his paws. But, Norris isn't the only one who adores plorringes. Pesky Tulip and Violet also love them and they can't wait for the one in the tree to ripen. It will be interesting to see who can get their paws on the delicious fruit first." 62065 North child "Pattou, Edith" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2012 9781409540540 7-9 "Rose is a North Child and superstition says that she will travel far from home and meet a lonely, icy death. Unaware of her fate, she makes a bargain with a mysterious white bear and is carried to a distant castle. But, once there, Rose unleashes a terrible curse and must embark on an epic journey to save the stranger who has stolen her heart." 19186 Northwood "Falkner, Brian & Bixley, Donovan (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921529801 5-6 "Cecilia Undergarment likes a challenge. When she discovers a sad and neglected dog, she is determined to rescue him. But, her daring dog rescue lands her in deep trouble, in the form of being lost in the dark forest of Northwood. A forest where ferocious black lions roam. A forest that hides a secret castle, an unlikely king and many a mystery. A forest where those who enter never return." 5292 Norton and alpha "Litten, Kristyna" Simon & Schuster 2017 9781471145766 K-2 "Battered wheels, rusty cogs, broken springs - Norton and Alpha find them all and always find a use for them. Then, one ordinary Tuesday, they find something completely unlike anything they've ever found before. What is IT? And what does IT do?" 31119 Norton took something "Dickson, John" Berbay Publishing 2018 9780994384140 3-4 "Taking something his sister treasured was not seven year old Norton's best decision. But returning the thing and making good proves to be harder that it looks. Fortunately, Norton has a caring family to help him light the way, though sometimes his older sister can be a bit tricky." 4849 "Nose pixies, The: a cautionary tale" "Hunt, David & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" ABC Books 2016 9780733334870 K-2 "Oliver has a bad habit. A very bad habit. He just can't keep his fingers out of his nose, which is a big problem for the tiny pixies who mine his nose gold to keep our cities running. The nose pixies return to their kingdom with empty handkerchiefs night after night. And unless their luck changes, they'll be out of a job...or worse." 92217 "Nostradamus prophecy, The" "Breslin, Theresa" Corgi Books 2008 9780552557214 7-9 "When Nostradamus prophesises a great massacre, only Catherine de' Medici, mother of the young French King, Charles, pays heed to the dire warning. But, the soothsayer also has a message for Melisande, the minstrel's daughter. Upon his death, Nostradamus entrusts her with fulfilling his final prophecy." 5868 Not a nibble "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864482423 3-4 Sally and her family are on a camping holiday and everyone but Sally catches a fish. While she is not lucky at fishing she sees something even better. 3165 "Not again, dad" "Fowler, Thurley & Smith, Craig (ill)" Penguin 1994 9780140365597 3-4 "Paul knows how to manage Mum but, when she's away, it isn't so easy. Paul and his sister find that Dad's style is very different. The worst part is when Dad joins in at cricket and swimming classes - totally embarrassing." 17530 Not cricket "Caisley, Raewyn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407924 5-6 Twelve year old Nick loves cricket but he isn't going to play next season. Sledging opponents has become the norm at weekend games and Nick doesn't want to be a part of it. 1999 Not if I save you first "Carter, Ally" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742765945 7-9 "Maddie thought she and Logan would be friends forever. But when your dad is a Secret Service agent and your best friend is the president's son, sometimes life has other plans. Before she knows it, Maddie is dragged off to the middle of the Alaskan wilderness, where there is no phone, no internet, and not a single word from Logan. Six years later Logan lands on her doorstep, and an assailant is not far behind. Maddie wants to kill Logan, but she has to save him first." 2978 Not if I see you first "Lindstrom, Eric" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008146344 7-9 "Just because she's blind, Parker Grant refuses to be treated differently or badly. They are the Rules and no second chances. Just ask Scott, who broke her heart. When he suddenly reappears in her life, Parker shuns him completely. She has enough on her mind, including dealing with her dad's recent death. But, avoiding her past proves impossible. As Parker learns what really happened, both with Scott and her dad, the more she questions if things are always as they seem. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 34652 Not last night but the night before "McNaughton, Colin & Clark, Emma Chichester (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406325560 K-2 "A little boy believes that all his nursery rhyme friends come knocking at the door, with remarkable results. " 38419 Not like me "Hann-Syme, Marguerite & Heap, Sue" Walker Books 2007 9781406303834 3-4 "Tilly and Lizzy are identical twins but are totally different in many ways. Tilly makes a mess, Lizzy tidies up. Tilly likes the outdoor life and Lizzy doesn't. Their differences create stresses that, in the end, are delightfully resolved when they find that there are many things they really have in common." 62158 Not my sister "Weeks, S" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2004 9780340866146 5-6 "Lana's dad and Guy's mum are going to get married but Lana and Guy hate each other. After trying to sabotage the wedding so they don't have to live in the same house, their problems are solved in an unusual way." 9605 Not nits "Treloar, Lucy & Yahyeh, John (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864615053 3-4 "Gus loves bugs so much he even wants to protect his nits. Gus's mum is a tricky one though, and eventually she helps him realise he doesn't really want nits." 12152 Not now Bernard "McKee, David" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1988 9780099240501 K-2 Bernard's parents are so busy and pay so little attention to him that they don't even realise when a monster moves in and takes his place. Not quite a mermaid series "Chapman, Linda" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3659 Not quite black and white "Ying, Jonathan & Ying, Victoria (ill)" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062380661 K-2 A zebra wearing pink polka dots. A penguin with bright yellow boots. Lots of colours to see on these silly animals that aren't quite black and white. 8840 Not so small after all "Messina, Lilli" Koala Books 2008 9780864617095 K-2 "Lilly is the smallest in her class. She wishes she was taller so that her classmates wouldn't tease her. Then, something happens which helps Lilly realise that it doesn't matter how tall you are, it's how big you are inside that counts." Not-for-parents series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 40095 "Not-for-parents: Travel book, The" "Dubois, Michael, Hilden, Katri & Price, Jane" Lonely Planet Publications 2011 9781742204963 7-9 "The world is a very large place and this book concentrates on the really interesting bits to create a snapshot of what each country is like. In this book there are the epic events, amazing animals, hideous histories, funky foods and crazy facts that make the world's 200 countries so fascinating." 6474 Note on the door "Marwood, Lorraine" Walker Books 2011 9781921720611 5-6 "Full of warmth and humour, the poems provide snapshots of everyday family life, the fun of a beach holiday, raiding the fridge after school, fighting over whose turn it is to do the dishes, camping in the backyard and much more." 6041 Notebooks of a middle-school princess "Cabot, Meg" Pan MacMillan 2015 9781447280651 5-6 "Twelve year old Olivia Grace considers herself to be totally average. Following her mother's death, Olivia Grace lives with her aunt and cousins, and has never met her father, although she has received letters from him. Olivia's world is turned upside down when the most popular girl at school attacks her for lying. But, rescue is at hand, in the form of a princess who whisks her away in a limousine." 22028 Nothing "Ismail, Yasmeen " Bloomsbury 2016 9781408873366 K-2 "Lila's lively imagination means she's always busy, wrestling an octopus, racing along in a winged chariot or flying with birds over a noisy jungle. But, Mummy and Grandpa have a plan to join Lila in her play world." 11206 Now I am bigger "Clark, Sherryl & Rycroft, Nina (ill)" Working Title Press 2010 9781921504174 K-2 In the first three years of a child's life they learn and experience so much. This is a collection of poems in picture book format arranged to reflect a child's progress through time represented as 'memories' of growing up from birth to two or three years. 501 "Now one foot, now the other" "dePaola, Tomie" Putnam 2005 9780399242595 K-2 Grandpa teaches little Bobby how to walk and Bobby returns the favour when Grandpa has a stroke. 3905 Nowhere near you "Thomas, Leah" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408885376 7-9 "Ollie causes massive power outages when he comes into contact with electricity. Moritz has an electric heart that keeps him alive. They are best friends, though they can never meet. But no matter how far apart these pen pals are, their letters keep them close. As Ollie and Moritz start to brave the outside world, they meet other teenagers living lives almost as unusual as their own. But before they can feel any real sense of belonging, a new danger threatens to destroy all the progress they've made. Can these teens find their place in a world that might never understand them? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20900 "Number one Aussie alphabet book, The" "McKenzie, Heath" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031477 K-2 "Trace and sound out the alphabet with some familiar, and not so familiar, Australian animals." 1254 "Number one Aussie counting book, The" "McKenzie, Heath" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030098 K-2 "Count the gorgeous, baby Australian animals, from one all the way to twenty-one." 283 Number the stars "Lowry, Lois" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1994 9780732250911 7-9 A story of the determination of the people of Denmark to protect their Jewish friends from the Nazis in World War II. 28322 "Numberlys, The" "Joyce, William & Ellis, Christina (ill)" Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2014 9781442473430 3-4 "The Numberlys lived in an orderly, dull world which was very, well, numberly. But, five friends weren't willing to accept that this was all there was. They knew there had to be more. So, they broke out hard hats and welders, hammers and glue guns, and started knocking some numbers together. At first, it was awful. But, the five kept at it and, soon, one letter after another emerged. When they got to the letter Z, their world changed." 3826 "Numbers book, The" "Hendry, Lorna" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034225 5-6 Numbers are amazing. They help us make sense of the world around us and we use them in lots of different ways every day. Find out just what numbers are in this fascinating book. 6414 Numerical Street "Bell, Hilary & Presenti, Antonia (ill)" NewSouth Publishing 2015 9781742232287 K-2 "Count as you walk up Numerical Street, every page has a numerical treat. Get your pants altered, get your keys cut, hop, skip or jump up Numerical Street, past cake shops, hair stylists, laundromats, pet stores and shoe repairers, all with their curious wares on display." 8227 Nursery & playtime rhymes "Straw, Wendy (ill)" Brolly Books 2009 9781921346873 K-2 "Sixteen favourite nursery rhymes are accompanied by large, colourful illustrations. The well-known nursery and playtime rhymes include Humpty Dumpty, Baa Black Sheep, Owl and the Pussy Cat, Old Macdonald had a Farm and Five Little Ducks." 3174 "Nutcracker, The" "Hoffman, Ernst" Dorling Kindersley 1999 9780751371772 7-9 "Written in 1816, this is the basis of Tchaikovsky's ballet. In this edition, the classic story of a sinister toymaker and a boy and a girl doll that come to life is presented with beautiful illustrations and detailed historical information." 6160 Nutmeg "Lucas, David" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842705636 3-4 "Nutmeg lives a very dull life with her old Uncle Nicodemus and Cousin Nesbitt. They eat nothing but cardboard for breakfast, string for lunch and sawdust for supper. Then, when Nutmeg meets a genie who gives her a magic wooden spoon, her life changes." 2282 Nymph "Alexandra, Tonya" Walker Books 2014 9781922077240 7-9 "An idyllic Greek island. Obsessed demigods. A fallen nymph. A mortal boy. Merope, a beautiful but faded star nymph, is banished to Earth for displeasing the gods. She tries to fit in, go to school and live a normal 'human' life. And then she meets Lukas - but relationships between men and goddesses are forbidden. Will their love grow or will Merope and Lukas feel the wrath of the gods." 5688 Nyuntu Ninti: what you should know "Randall, Bob & Hogan, Melanie (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733320491 3-4 "In this beautiful, photographic book for young children, Bob Randall explains, in a simple but effective way, the Anangu people's relationship to all that is around them, and why we must learn to care for the Earth, its plants and its creatures." Obernewtyn Chronicles series "Carmody, Isobelle" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5874 "Obsidio: Illuminae Files, The" "Kaufman, Amie & Kristoff, Jay" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781925266726 7-9 "Kady, Ezra, Hanna, and Nik narrowly escaped with their lives from the attacks on Heimdall station and now find themselves crammed with 2,000 refugees on the container ship, Mao. With the jump station destroyed and their resources scarce, the only option is to return to Kerenza, but who knows what they will find seven months after the invasion? With time running out, a final battle will be waged on land and in space, heroes will fall, and hearts will be broken. Usually read in years 9, 10 or above. " 21194 Ocean and sea "Parker, Steve" Scholastic US 2012 9781407131511 5-6 "Meet ocean creatures up close, from the humblest microbe to the most majestic whale, plus the craziest deep-sea creatures ever seen. Find out how oceans formed, how they work, and why our future depends on them." 21217 Ocean lullaby "Odgers, Sally & Stewart, Lisa" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742769110 K-2 "Ocean babies in the deep, waves are rocking them to sleep. Listen as the deep sea sighs, that's the ocean's lullaby. " 48385 Ock Von Fiend "Edwards, Luke" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862917484 5-6 "A funny, appealing story about Ock, the vampire, who doesn't have many friends because, well, he's a vampire. When Ock gets down about being different, he tries to remember the advantages of super hearing, night vision, vanishing power and his cool teeth." Octavius O'Malley series "Sunderland, Alan & Redlich, Ben (ill)" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 60413 "Octopus's garden: the secret world under the sea, The" "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030210 5-6 "For us air-breathing land dwellers, life under the water is curious and amazing. The deeper you go, the more extraordinary life becomes. An amazing variety of octopuses and squids are revealed through beautiful photographs, detailed information and a glossary of terms." 46154 Odd and the frost giants "Gaiman, Neil" Bloomsbury 2010 9780747598114 3-4 "Odd's life has been less than perfect so far. His father died on a Viking expedition, his foot was crushed beneath a tree and the winter seems to be going on for ever. But, when Odd flees to the woods and releases a trapped bear, his luck begins to change. " 8228 Odd bird out "Bransch, Helga" Gecko Press 2008 9781877467097 K-2 Robert is different to the other ravens. He doesn't act like the other ravens and he looks different. How will he cope with being odd bird out. 4903 Odd dog out "Biddulph, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780007594153 K-2 "For busy dogs, a busy day, of busy work and busy play. And small dog is finding out what being different is all about. All Odd Dog wanted is to fit in, and she's prepared to go around the world to find her place in it. But sometimes it takes becoming part of the crowd to show that, actually, it's better to stand out from it." 31025 Oddball "Brian, Janeen" Walker Books 2008 9781921150562 5-6 "Sol still can't believe he told Aggo, the school bully and hand ball champion, that he was going to thrash him using hypnotism. Sol is sure that this moment of temporary insanity is going to lead to certain death. Sol wonders whether wit, wisdom or nothing will save him when he has to face Aggo." 20113 Oddly "Dunbar, Joyce & Benson, Patrick (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781844280322 K-2 It's the small things which are the most important and Oddlet finds he isn't so odd after all. 285 "Odyssey, The" Homer Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780553897777 7-9 "Following the fortunes of Odysseus as he returns from the Trojan Wars, this classic tale from Greek mythology was written almost three thousand years ago." 19999 "Odyssey, The" "Stowell, Louie (retell) & Pincelli, Matteo (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2011 9781409522348 3-4 "The story of a clever but unlucky Greek hero who just wants to get home. But, fate has other ideas." 67324 Of thee I sing: a letter to my daughters "Obama, Barack & Long, Loren (ill)" Knopf Publishing Group 2010 9780375835278 3-4 "Prior to becoming the United States President, Barack Obama wrote a tribute to thirteen ground-breaking Americans and the ideals that shaped their nation. From the artistry of Georgia O'Keeffe, to the courage of Jackie Robinson, to the patriotism of George Washington, President Obama sees the traits of these heroes within his own children, and within all of America's children." 98756 Off to war: soldier's children speak "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741756791 7-9 "The collected voices of children with a parent who is a soldier. Their stories are sad, scared, funny, angry and loving as they speak about how war has shaped their lives, and their feelings and experiences when a parent is away for long periods of time." 286 "Ogre downstairs, The" "Jones, Diana Wynne" HarperTrophy 2002 9780064473507 7-9 "When a new stepfather, the ogre to the stepchildren, gives chemistry sets to both sets of children in the house, magic things start to happen." 12176 Oh dear "Campbell, Rod" Pan MacMillan 1999 9780333733516 K-2 Children lift the flaps to meet all the farm animals and help Buster when he goes down to the farmyard to fetch the eggs for grandma. 9177 "Oh no, George" "Haughton, Chris" Walker Books 2012 9781406332254 K-2 "It's hard work being good all the time. And, it's especially hard for a dog like George. Harris is off to do some shopping and asks George to be good. George really wants to be good but there's the chocolate cake, the cat and other temptations." 5051 "Oh, Albert" "Bell, Davina & Acton, Sara (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780670078608 K-2 "When no one is around, Albert can't help getting into mischief. But, one day, he goes too far. Oh, Albert." 3186 "Oh, the places you'll go" "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1990 9780007158522 K-2 Dr Seuss takes a look at the mishaps and misadventures that life may have in store for us. 19674 Oi Dog "Gray, Kes & Gray, Claire & Field, Jim (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9781444919585 K-2 "Cat insists that there are rules. Only mules sit on stools, no one but hares should sit on chairs and, however irritating, dogs must sit on frogs. But, Frog's had enough, he's changing the way things are. He insists that, from now on, dogs sit on logs, not frogs. And, everyone else is going to have to sit somewhere else too. And, most importantly, Frog has to find somewhere to sit as well." 7981 Oi Frog "Gray, Kes & Field, Jim (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2014 9781444910865 K-2 "Cats sit on mats, hares sit on chairs, mules sit on stools and gophers sit on sofas. But, Frog does not want to sit on a log." 12171 Oi get off our train "Burningham, John" Red Fox 1991 9780099853404 K-2 A little boy is speeding through the night on his dream train to far-off lands where endangered animals beg for a lift. 9332 Okra and Acacia: the story of the wattle pattern plate "Hathorn, Libby & Stoddart, Brigitte (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733614927 5-6 "A beautifully written, romantic story, weaving Aboriginal myth with ancient folklore." 18425 Old Bun and the burglar "Rodda, Emily & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2005 9781876288488 3-4 "Old Bun can't believe his luck. Soon after he receives a note warning him about burglars in Mouseville, three strong mice from the Rich Mouse Guard Company offer to help." 287 "Old curiosity shop, The" "Dickens, Charles" Penguin 2001 9780140437423 7-9 "Written in 1840, this is the classic story of Little Nell and her grandfather who inhabit a shadowy world." 8497 Old dog "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842706978 K-2 "The young pups don't want to visit Grandpa. They think that he's boring and only wants to talk about the olden days. They don't believe that he was ever young or had fun. But, Grandpa still has a few tricks up his sleeve." Old kingdom series "Nix, Garth" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3191 Old magic "Baillie, Allan & Wu, Di (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9780091829155 3-4 "Grandfather cracks his old toy top to bring back his magic from the old country. His grandson, a Chinese Australian boy, learns to understand the place of his own culture in his new Australian lifestyle." 3192 "Old man who loved to sing, The" "Winch, John" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865048048 K-2 "An old man moves to a secluded valley where he can sing, whistle and play his music all day long. The animals in the valley become accustomed to the old man's music and even learn to love it. Then, one day the valley falls silent." 15340 Old mother Hubbard "Cabrera, Jane" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2001 9781862333048 K-2 The traditional nursery rhyme is well-presented and illustrated. 12079 Old pig "Wild, Margaret & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781741757064 K-2 "After a life-time of sharing how to do things, Grandmother Pig prepares her grand-daughter for the inevitable, sad day she will no longer be with her. The event is foreshadowed in a sensitive way." 4686 Old possum's book of practical cats "Eliot, T S & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Faber & Faber 2010 9780571268979 3-4 "A wonderful collection of poems that tell us what cats get up to when we aren't watching. Some are sane, some are mad, some are good and some are bad. Meet magical Mr Mistoffelees, sleepy Old Deuteronomy and curious Rum Tum Tugger. But, you'll be lucky to meet Macavity because Macavity's not there." 9340 Old Ridley "Crew, Gary & McBride Marc (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733613104 7-9 "Intriguing fantasy about a solitary teenage boy fascinated by the very old, reputedly mad inventor in the mysterious mansion next door. Based on the myth of Eos and Tithonus who, by a trick of the gods, were granted immortality but not eternal youth." 12479 "Old steam train, The" "Amery, Heather & Cartwright, Stephen(ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1999 9780746033364 K-2 "Poppy, Sam and Mrs Boots help to restore Apple Tree Station and enjoy seeing its steam train run again. The book comes with a great map of the Apple Tree line." 3194 Old Tom "Hobbs, Leigh" Penguin 2004 9780140369793 K-2 "Old Tom is a lovable, battle-scarred tom cat. The story begins with Old Tom arriving in a basket outside Angela Throgmorton's front door. He has many adventures and is a wickedly appealing, naughty cat." 10121 Old Tom at the beach "Hobbs, Leigh" Puffin Australia 1995 9780140377057 K-2 "Old Tom, the loveable old tom cat, has never been to the beach before and is eager to see the sights. But, even he cannot foresee the unexpected adventures that lie ahead." 8300 Old Tom's big book of beauty "Hobbs, Leigh" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743314142 K-2 "Angela Throgmorton adores Old Tom, but that doesn't mean that there isn't room for improvement. When she gives him The Big Book of Beauty the results are astonishing. But will The Big Book of Beauty go to Old Tom's head?" 9927 Old Tom's holiday "Hobbs, Leigh" ABC Books 2002 9780733310737 K-2 "When Angela Throgmorton wins a luxury holiday, she has to leave Old Tom, her irrepressible cat, at home, or so she thinks." 16096 Old Tucker Man "Austin, Debbie" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2007 9780975770856 3-4 "For many thousands of years, Kirrae Whurron men prided themselves on being able to hunt and provide game food for their families and communities. When the land was taken from them, their food source was replaced by European farming animals." 4238 "Old woman who loved to read, The " "Winch, John" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865048055 K-2 "The old woman thought she would have plenty of time to read when she moved to the country. Unfortunately, there is always something to do." 22927 Olga and the smelly thing from nowhere "Gravel, Elise" HarperCollins US 2017 9780062671806 3-4 "Olga loves science almost as much as she loves animals. She knows that she is going to be a scientist that studies animals when she is old enough. In fact, she has already started studying them. But when Olga discovers a 'thing' that looks like cross between a badly drawn potato and a deflated hamster she doesn't quite know what to do. Like any good scientist, however, Olga begins to study the beast, but what she doesn't realise is that this discovery will begin an adventure that will change her life forever." 12185 Olga the Brolga "Clement, Rod" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2002 9780207197581 K-2 "Olga, the brolga, wants to dance but nobody will join her. She decides to dance by herself and, soon, a crowd of Australian animals pick up the beat in this delightfully illustrated, rhyming tale." Olive of Groves series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 34016 Oliver "Rossell, Judith" Harper 2012 9780062022103 K-2 "Oliver is a curious explorer, so he asks a lot of questions. Then, one day in the bathtub, he hears a strange gurgle. ""What lives down the drain?"" he wonders. Soon Oliver is headed down the drain in his homemade submarine on a spectacular mission." 4894 Oliver and George "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2014 9781925059083 K-2 "Oliver is ready to play, but George the bear is busy. Oliver tries to get George's attention, but what happens when a boy bothers a bear too many times." 30756 Oliver Moon's summer howliday "Mongredien, Sue & McCafferty, Jan (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746077924 3-4 "Mildew Cottage is perfect for Oliver Moon's summer holiday. It's cold, dark and, best of all, it's haunted. Oliver's parents aren't so happy. They're fed up with the spooky noises in the woods, so Oliver decides to go ghostbusting with his new friend, Wilf. But, Oliver begins to wonder if his hairy pal is all that he seems to be." Oliver Nocturne series "Emerson, Kevin" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 288 Oliver Twist "Dickens, Charles" Penguin 2002 9780140435221 7-9 "When orphan, Oliver Twist, asks nasty Mr Bumble for more food, he has to flee the workhouse for the streets of London. There, he meets the Artful Dodger, who leads him to Fagin and his gang of pickpockets. When a thieving mission goes wrong, Oliver narrowly avoids prison and finds himself in the care of kind Mr Brownlow. But Fagin and the brutal Bill Sikes are determined to drag Oliver back." 89536 Oliver Twist and other great Dickens stories "Williams, Marcia (retell)" Walker Books 2007 9781406305630 7-9 "A picture book retelling the classic tales by Charles Dickens. Stories included are Oliver Twist, Great Expectations, A Tale of Two Cities, David Copperfield and A Christmas Carol." 68743 Oliver who travelled far and wide "Bergman, Mara & Maland, Nick (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2009 9780340981634 K-2 "Oliver Donnington Rimington-Sneep woke from his sleep to find that Bat and Owl and Fox were there, but he couldn't see Ted anywhere." 12397 Oliver's egg "Costain, Meredith & Power, Margaret (ill)" Penguin 2003 9780143300250 K-2 "Oliver believes his chook is going to lay the biggest egg ever. But, the other chooks start laying and Oliver is still waiting. Oliver wonders if his chook will ever lay an egg." 12198 Olivia "Falconer, Ian" Simon & Schuster 2000 9780689829536 K-2 "Simple black and grey illustrations, with a splash of red, are a feature of this picture book. Olivia is a feisty piglet who has far too much energy and is always getting into mischief." 12261 Olivia and the missing toy "Falconer, Ian" Simon & Schuster 2003 9780689852916 K-2 "When her best toy mysteriously disappears, Olivia, the feisty piglet, is determined to find out who is responsible." 12262 Olivia saves the circus "Falconer, Ian" Simon & Schuster 2002 9780689829543 K-2 "At school, Olivia, the piglet, tells how she went to the circus and all the performers were sick. Olivia tells how she saved the day by becoming Olivia the Lion Tamer, Olivia the Tattooed Lady and many more." 5519 Olivia's secret scribbles: My new best friend "Costain, Meredith & McDonald, Danielle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781760277062 3-4 "I have so many super-amazing and imporatant things to write about! I'll tell you all about them. I've got a brand-new bedroom - yay! My best friend Lucy moved away last week and I really miss her. I'm planning lots of cool inventions (I'm pretty sure some will work too!) Someone keeps sneaking into my room but I don't know who! There's a new girl at school called Matilda. She looks fun . . . but why does she act so mysteriously all the time??? I'm going to find out exactly what's going on! " 32284 Olivia's voice "Lucas, Mike & Harrison, Jennifer (ill)" MidnightSun Publishing 2017 9781925227192 K-2 "Listen. Silence. Love, words, friendship and colour need no sound. My name is Olivia and this is my world." 3002 Ollie and the wind "Ghosh, Ronojoy " Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857988485 K-2 "Ollie lives on a small island. There aren't many people around but he does have lots of space to play. One day, when the wind steals his hat, Ollie tries to catch the wind in a net so he can ask what it's done with his hat. Then the wind takes Ollie's scarf. He tries to catch the wind in a can this time, but that also fails. Ollie thinks the wind is very naughty. It's only when the wind whisks his balloon away that Ollie realises it just wants to play. But, now, he has to find out what kinds of things it likes to play with." 29824 Ollie's treasure "Jenkins, Lynn & Lonergan, Kirrili (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335422 K-2 "When Ollie's grandmother sends him a letter with a treasure map, he's so excited! What could his treasure be? The latest toy? That game he's wanted forever? But this treasure is something completely different. Join Ollie as he goes on a rather unexpected adventure and discovers that if we only pay attention to what's around us, the greatest treasure of all is actually with us all the time." 14993 Olly and me "Hughes, Shirley" Walker Books 2004 9781844285259 K-2 "Beautifully illustrated collection of sophisticated poetry for the very young. Mum's birthday, Saturday shopping, fireworks and water play are all captured in blank verse." 21180 Oma's buttons "Ingram, Tania & Harrison, Jennifer" Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143786573 K-2 Ruthie loves visiting her Oma. They always have lots of fun together. One day Ruthie finds a pretty tin while playing hide and seek at her Oma's house. It's full of Oma's beautiful 'memory buttons'. Each button reminds Oma of a special person in her life and a story to share with Ruthie. And of course Ruthie must have a memory button of her own! 1269 Omar the strongman "Rogers, Gregory" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742834368 K-2 "Omar is very busy with his new job at the zoo. He makes friends with Mavis the elephant, who helps him unveil an act of his own." 12328 On a camel to the moon "Bloom, Valerie" Chrysalis Books Group 2001 9781841382470 5-6 A varied collection of poems about travel from dragons on buses to visiting Jupiter. A thought-provoking anthology with fantastic illustrations. 1275 On a small island "Hughes-Odgers, Kyle" Fremantle Press 2014 9781925161168 3-4 "Ari lives alone on an island, his days spent collecting all that washes ashore and gazing at the ships that pass, on their way to the great land that is a speck on the horizon. When one ship does stop, Ari is told of all the magnificent things that lie in the distance, bringing Ari a sense of wonder but also isolation and loneliness. Then one day, Ari has a dazzling idea." 18653 On country: stories of Nyrlotte "Doyle, Fiona & Doyle, Lionel (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235450 5-6 "A delightful story, set in Cape York, focuses on the relationship between a young Aboriginal girl, Nyrlotte, and her strong grandmother. Granny knows all the stories and can sing a cyclone away, and Nyrlotte knows she should always listen to her Granny's warnings. But listening isn't always Nyrlotte's strong point." 7677 On Orchard Road "Edgar, Elsbeth" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921720291 5-6 "Jane's world has been turned upside down. She has a brand-new sister, and her family has moved to a small town, leaving behind everything she knows. She is sure that she will be miserable. But, a mysterious old lady, a curious boy and an amazing garden prove her wrong." 62943 On our way to the beach "Laguna, Sofie" Omnibus Books 2004 9781862915206 K-2 "A little girl is going to the beach for the first time with her family and she is trying to imagine what it will look like. The trip to the beach takes several days and the journey is full of experiences and special moments, which influence her imagination. When the family finally arrives at the beach, nothing has prepared the girl for what she eventually sees." 1232 On the day you were born "Wild, Margaret & Brooks, Ron (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781741147544 K-2 "A proud father shows his new baby the wonderful new world to which it now belongs - the smells, the sounds, the colours and the inhabitants are all introduced to the new child. The illustrations reinforce the atmosphere of love, pride and home." 7739 On the farm: our holiday with Uncle Kev "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781741758825 3-4 "Uncle Kev has a farm, where the pigs do the polishing and the cows are the happiest in all the hills. Kev invites the family for a 'holiday', then sets them to work. There's lots to be done before the big Harvest Festival - and Kev is distracted, because he's fallen in love!" 2808 On the night of the shooting star "Hest, Amy & Desmond, Jenni (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406377330 K-2 "Bunny looks at Dog. Dog looks at Bunny. No one says hello. Or hi. But on the night of the shooting star, two doors open..." 88828 On the night you were born "Tillman, Nancy" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693935 K-2 "Through rhyming text, this book celebrates you and the joy you have brought just by being." 44392 On the river: come with me from the mountains to the sea "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760112455 3-4 "Roland Harvey and his new pelican friend are off on an adventure to walk, fish, canoe, raft, windsurf, sail, paddle-steam and, even, fly their way along the mighty Murray River, from its smallest beginnings in the high country to where it meets the sea. Together they discover the story of the river - its secrets, history, ecology, people and animals. And, you're invited, too." 9413 On the team "Flynn, Rachel & Smith, Craig (ill)" Penguin 2003 9780143300441 3-4 Carey is good at schoolwork and sport and wishes that he wasn't. Winston says that it is worse to be bad at everything. 12167 On the way home "Murphy, Jill" MacMillan 2000 9780333375723 K-2 "Claire sets off on her way home to show her mum her bad knee. On the way, she tells her story to lots of friends." 4710 On the way to Nana's "Haji-Ali, Frances & Haji-Ali, Lindsay & Hardy, David (ill)" Magabala Books 2017 9781925360301 K-2 "I'm on the way to Nana's house, what will I see!" 19321 On track "Apel, Kathryn" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253737 5-6 "Two brothers couldn't be more different. Shaun excels at everything, both in the classroom and on the field. His younger brother, Toby, has a stumbly, fumbly body and can't do anything well. He thinks Sports Day is the worst day of the year. So, Shaun can't understand why Toby gets a laptop or why he is now being trained by Toby's coach, and coming to an elite Athletics Camp. It's just not fair." 19277 On two feet and wings "Kazerooni, Abbas" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781743311059 7-9 "It is the time of the Iran Iraq war and nine year old Abbas must urgently leave Tehran, because the army has lowered the recruiting age to eight. With his parents forced to remain in Iran, Abbas is alone in Istanbul, with minimal funds and no Turkish language, waiting for a visa to England. He relies on his intelligence, gut instincts and resilience to survive his dire circumstances. A memoir." 1367 Once a shepherd "Millard, Glenda & Lesnie, Phil (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781921720628 5-6 "Once there was a shepherd, a very special coat and hope. A family during World War I." 289 Once and future king "White, T H" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1996 9780006483014 7-9 A legend of King Arthur set in the 13th century. 7112 Once Tashi met a dragon "Fienberg, Anna and Barbara & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781741758870 3-4 "For a long as Tashi could remember, he had been told stories about the dragon who sent the rains each year, until now. The creeks are drying up and the mountains are going up in flames. Someone in the village needs to visit the dragon and only Tashi would dare." 12064 Once there were giants "Waddell, Martin & Dale, Penny (ill)" Walker Books 2001 9780744578362 K-2 "To the baby in the house, Mum and Dad and Jill and John and Uncle Tom are giants. But, little by little, that baby grows up, until she becomes a giant too." 15338 Once upon a golden apple "Little, Jean & de Vries, Maggie & Gilman, Phoebe (ill)" Penguin Books Canada 1993 9780140541649 K-2 "Daddy tries out all sorts of alternative storylines in his fairytale but the children object to all but the most predictable. Delightfully, the story is even more important than the food." 7406 Once upon a northern night "Pendziwol, Jean E & Arsenault, Isabelle (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406362459 K-2 "As a little boy sleeps soundly, wrapped up warm in bed, a winter tableau slowly builds outside, beginning with a single snowflake. The beauty and wonder of a northern winter night unfolds, with images of a soft snowfall, the wild animals that appear in the garden, the gentle rhythm of the northern lights and the etchings of frost on the window pane." 16950 Once upon a picnic "Prater, John" Walker Books 2008 9781406306323 K-2 "A small boy goes on a picnic with his Mum and Dad and it's sure to be boring with no one to play with. While his parents just sit and stare, the boy sees many amazing and well-known characters." 2814 Once upon a small rhinoceros "McKinlay, Meg & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925126709 K-2 "Once, there was a small rhinoceros who wanted to see the big world...." 63065 Once upon a time "Prater, John" Walker Books 2007 9781406306330 K-2 "A boy and his mother spend a boring day at home doing mundane chores, oblivious to the street full of famous fairy tale and nursery rhyme characters playing out bizarre scenes all around the neighbourhood." 18464 Once upon a time in the kitchen "Odell, Carol" Citrus Press 2005 9780975102336 5-6 Recipes and tales from children's classics let kids cook the food enjoyed by the world's favourite storybook characters. 4675 Once upon an alphabet "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007514274 5-6 "The twenty-six letters of our alphabet work tirelessly to make words that, in turn, make stories. Find out what happens when each of the letters has its own story. Twenty-six entertaining, short stories introduce a host of new characters plus the occasional familiar face." 18442 Once upon an ordinary school day "McNaughton, Colin & Kitamura, Satoshi (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2006 9781842704691 3-4 "It was an ordinary morning when the ordinary boy woke up for his ordinary journey to school. But, then Mr Gee bounced into the classroom and everything changed. The dull, grey world had been transformed into one of colour and excitement." 5028 One "Crossan, Sarah" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408863114 7-9 "Sixteen year old Grace and Tippi are sisters, best friends and conjoined at the hip. As if life isn't difficult enough, they must leave their sheltered home schooling and go into a world of curious students, constant stares and whispers. But, a heart-wrenching decision lies ahead, one that could tear Grace and Tippi apart and change their lives even more than they ever imagined." 21160 One beastly beast "Nix, Garth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741754681 5-6 "A collection of four fantastic stories in which rude video pirates kidnap an unfortunate boy, a feisty princess takes on a monster, a foundling is sure his lost parents should be scientific types like him and not the monsters and pirates who keep turning up to claim him, and a rather interesting sea serpent and an enchanted penguin get together." 6895 One beetle too many: the extraordinary adventures of Charles Darwin "Lasky, Kathryn & Trueman, Matthew (ill)" Candlewick Press 2009 9780763614362 5-6 "Find out about Charles Darwin's legendary five year voyage to South America, his love of the natural world and how he formulated his ideas about the way the earth, humans and animals have evolved." 15945 One blue sock "Ballou, Emily & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741660838 K-2 "Theo Leo is an ordinary boy in many ways, he likes to jump, dig and collect things. In other ways, he is very different and this can lead to all sorts of wonderful discoveries." 41375 One boy's war "Huggins-Cooper, L & Benfold Haywood, I (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2010 9781847801265 5-6 "Sixteen year old Sydney is overwhelmed by the excitement of the 1914 recruitment campaigns and the bravado of men leaving for the Great War. With enthusiasm, he joins up but soon finds himself in a frontline trench, a long way from home. Reality and the rats begin to bite. Told through Sydney's letters and journal which portray the degradation and disillusionment of life and death in the trenches." 15154 One child "Cheng, Christopher & Woolman, Steven (ill)" Era Publications 1999 9781863745086 3-4 "One child saw a world full of problems and thought, I know what to do. One child did all that she could. Just imagine if all the children of the world did all that they could. This book encourages children to take action to conserve the environment." 4865 "One day in the eucalyptus, eucalyptus tree" "Bernstrom, Daniel & Wenzel, Brendan (ill)" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062354853 K-2 "One day in the leaves of eucalyptus tree hung a scare in the air where no eye could see, when along skipped a boy with a whirly-twirly toy, to the shade of the eucalyptus, eucalyptus tree." 6133 One dog and his boy "Ibbotson, Eva & Rentta, Sharon (ill)" Marion Lloyd books 2011 9781407124230 5-6 "Hal really longs for a dog of his own but his rich parents are against the mess and disruption it would cause. When his father hires a dog from Easy Pets, Hal thinks all his dreams have come true. But, the dog has been hired just for the weekend and, when Fleck is returned, Hal plans to rescue the dog and run away. When Hal teams up with Pippa, who has released a whole lot of unhappy dogs from their cages at Easy Pets, a rollicking canine adventure begins. " 63162 One dragon's dream "Pavey, Peter" Walker Books 2009 9781921150746 K-2 A clever counting book full of hidden surprises. Each picture poses a challenge to find the matching objects and visual puns and puzzles that can be discovered within. 15010 One fish two fish red fish blue fish "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780007158560 K-2 "This book explores some of the funny things that exist in Dr Seuss's fantasy world. Along the way, young children are introduced to colours, counting, opposites and rhyme." 27168 One funky monkey "McCleary, Stacey & Degennaro, Sue (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921150456 K-2 "Join in the dance and count with a funky monkey, some hip-hopping elephants, jiving giraffes, moonwalking meerkats and lots of other animals." 2777 One half from the East "Hashimi, Nadia" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062572196 7-9 "When Obayda's father loses a leg in a bomb explosion, the family is forced to move from Kabul to a small village. Life is very different and her father rarely leaves his room. To bring luck to the family, Obayda's aunt suggests dressing her as a boy, a bacha posh. Now, she is Obayd. Life in this in-between place is confusing until Obayd meets Rahim, another bacha posh. They can explore on their own, climb trees and play sports. But, their transformation and newfound freedoms can't last forever." 9568 One horse waiting for me "Mullins, Patricia" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046327 3-4 "Rhyming text describes different groups of horses both real, toy and imaginary, in this counting book for horse enthusiasts. The pictures are beautiful tissue paper collages." 15339 "One is a snail, ten is a crab" "Sayre, April Pulley & Jeff Sayre & Cecil, Randy (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9781844281640 K-2 The humour continues to build in this excellent counting book which deals with numerals 1-10 and multiples of 10. 4108 One keen koala "Wild, Margaret & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743629291 K-2 One keen koala and all of the animal friends are ready for school! Count along in this beautiful introduction to the fun of school. 12051 One less fish "Toft, Kim Michelle & Sheather, Allan" University of Queensland Press 2004 9780702229473 3-4 "In this cautionary tale, human carelessness leads to the disappearance of twelve species of fish in Australia's Great Barrier Reef. A wonderfully, original counting book that goes backwards and is illustrated with stunning silk paintings." 5003 One little goat "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781742976921 K-2 It starts with one little goat. It ends with one little goat. But what happens in-between is a whirlwind of nonsense and fun. 12204 One lonely sea horse "Freymann, Saxton" Scholastic Australia 2000 9780439110143 K-2 "In search of some friends, a lone seahorse encounters a range of sea creatures. In the course of the journey, the seahorse learns to count to ten. Intriguing collage illustrations made of vegetables feature in this counting book." 2924 One long thread "Jeffrey, Belinda" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702238925 7-9 "Ruby and Sally Moon are twins with very different. personalities. When divorce splits their family, and Sally moves with their mother to the Northern Territory, Ruby holds on to the thought that one day her family will be complete again. But, when tragedy strikes wrapping Sally in a cocoon from which she might never escape, Ruby learns that love is never simple but one of the many tangled branches in her family tree. Includes some mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 45432 One minute's silence "Metzenthen, David & Camilleri, Michael (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743316245 7-9 "In one minute of silence, you can imagine a war long gone. You can share what the soldiers saw and felt as they fought. And if you try, you might be able to imagine the enemy and see that he is not so different from you." 18330 One more sheep "Kelly, Mij & Ayto, Russell (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340805862 K-2 "Sam has ten sheep and he has to be sure that he's fetched them all in from the wild, windy moor. To do this, Sam has to count them but, as everyone knows, counting sheep sends you to sleep." 5103 One night at Lottie's house "Dann, Max & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Puffin Australia 2004 9780143301165 3-4 "When Arthur has to stay the night at Lottie's mysterious run-down house, he makes sure he's prepared for anything. However, the night turns out to be so scary that Arthur is forced to use his ghost fighting kit with unexpected results. " 54387 One of those days "Heffernan, John & Perkins, Gwyn (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693348 K-2 "When Samantha wakes up, she discovers it's one of those days, a day when her imagination can carry her away to fantastic settings and amazing adventures." 5082 One of us is lying "McManus, Karen. M." "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780141375632 7-9 "On Thursday afternoon, five students at Bayview High walk into detention. Bronwyn, the brain, is Yale-bound and never breaks a rule. Addy, the beauty, is the picture-perfect homecoming princess. Nate, the criminal, is already on probation for dealing. Cooper, the athlete, is the all-star baseball pitcher. And Simon, the outcast, is the creator of Bayview High's notorious gossip app. Only, Simon never makes it out of that classroom. Before the end of detention, Simon's dead. And according to investigators, his death wasn't an accident. On Thursday, he died. But on Friday, he'd planned to post juicy reveals about all four of his high-profile classmates, which makes all four of them suspects in his murder. Or are they just the perfect patsies for a killer who's still on the loose? Everyone has secrets, right? What really matters is how far you would go to protect them. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above. " 18539 One perfect day "French, Jackie & Bray, Peter (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944407 3-4 "It is 1927 and celebrations for the opening of Parliament House are underway. But, for Billy, an orphaned farmhand, it is just another bad day of hard work and loneliness. Now, he has to save his only friend, the work dog, Dusty, from certain death." 38228 One perfect pirouette "Clark, Sherryl" University of Queensland Press 2010 9780702238413 5-6 "Attending the National Ballet School has been Brynna's dream. When her parents move to Melbourne so that she can attend a top ballet school, Brynna wonders why she feels so awful about the move and why her brother is angrier than she has ever seen him. Her mother is working hard to keep the family afloat. For Brynna to realise her dream, something has to give." 2641 One photo "Watkins, Ross & Anelli, Liz (ill)" Puffin Australia 2016 9780670077977 3-4 "One day, Dad came home with one of those old cameras, the kind that uses film. But, Dad didn't take photos of the things that people usually photograph." 73591 One small island "Lester, Alison & Tulloch, Coral " Puffin Australia 2011 9780670072361 5-6 "Macquarie Island lies in the Southern Ocean, between Antarctica and New Zealand. A speck of green in the vast, windswept sea, it is a haven for many creatures that live above and below the waves. The book explores the island's unique geological beginnings, discovery and degradation at the hands of humans, and the battle to restore it today." 826 One step "Daddo, Andrew" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780143573616 7-9 "At fifteen, Dylan is struggling with everything. His explosive acne, his pushy younger sister, his nagging mum, his distant dad and his complete inability to attract any girl. Struggling but surviving. When Dylan's creative writing piece is read to the class, it sets off a chain of events, including unlikely interest from girls, a friend's betrayal and viscous physical and verbal bullying attacks. Dylan's frantic roller coaster of emotions culminates in a revelation that could make or break his survival.Challenging read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5744 One step at a time "Jolly, Jane & Heinrich, Sally (ill)" MidnightSun Publishing 2015 9780987380951 3-4 "Luk and his grandmother live high in the mountains of Burma. They work hard, dragging timber from the forest, and look forward to the day when their pet elephant, Mali, will be old enough to help. One morning, when Mali is foraging for bananas, there is a loud explosion." 1053 One Sunday "Allen, Pamela" Viking Children's 2014 9780670077656 K-2 "Outside the wind blew, the trees groaned and the tiny wooden house creaked. Eeeeeek. Inside, a delicious roast dinner was cooking. The little old man was expecting visitors. The little old woman said no one would come. Who was right." 15341 One ted falls out of bed "Donaldson, Julia & Currey, Anna (ill)" MacMillan 2004 9780333947814 K-2 Ted is taken on an adventure after falling out of bed and not being able to get back in. 6005 One thing "Child, Lauren" Orchard Books 2015 9781408339008 3-4 "From the moment Mum offers Charlie and Lola one thing from the shop, they can't stop counting. Top negotiator Lola takes on numbers in everyday life and bends them to her endearing and unique will." 9207 One thousand and one Arabian nights "McCaughrean, Geraldine" Oxford University Press 1999 9780192750136 5-6 A retelling of these fantastic classic tales. 1905 One thousand hills "Roy, James & Zihabamwe, Noel" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742990750 7-9 "Agabande, Rwanda, April 1994. Pascal and the children in his small village play with the toys they make, go to school and church, and do their chores. But, there are whispers and looks, messages of hate on the radio, and people are leaving. Pascal's simple but happy world is about to change forever. As a ten year old, co-author Noel Zihabamwe actually lived through these atrocities." 4817 One thousand trees "Hughes-Odgers, Kyle" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164725 K-2 " Deep in the heart of the city, Frankie dreams of a thousand trees. Over them, under them, through them, above them." 63313 One to ten and back again "Sharratt, Nick & Heap, Sue" Penguin Books Australia 2005 9780140567861 K-2 "Best friends, Nick and Sue, go on a counting journey to ten and back again." 29681 One very tired wombat "Treml, Renee" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781742755786 K-2 "How hard can it be to find a little peace and quiet. Unfortunately for wombat, he's about to find out." 15606 One well: the story of water on Earth "Strauss, Rochelle & Woods, Rosemary (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320798 5-6 "In billions of years, the amount of water on Earth hasn't changed. There is one global well from which we all draw water. How we treat the water will affect every species on the planet now and into the future." 18654 One whole and perfect day "Clarke, Judith" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741148565 7-9 "Lily, the sensible one in her family, wants to be like other teenagers, fall in love and not be responsible for everyone. She wants to bring her freakish family together for just one whole and perfect day." 12053 One woolly wombat "Trinca, Rod & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Omnibus Books 1987 9780140507584 K-2 "Zany Australian animals parade through this counting book, including five pesky platypuses and fourteen slick seals." 38857 One world: a journey "Higgins, David" Alto Books 2007 9780980289671 3-4 "The natural world is celebrated in works of art, with serene, calming text that reflects the characteristics we share with animals and our responsibility towards them. The book opens our minds to the equality of all living things." 2906 One would think the deep "Zorn, Claire" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702253942 7-9 "Sam has always had things going on in his head that no-one else understands, not even his mum. Now she's dead, it's worse than ever. With his skateboard and a few belongings in a garbage bag, Sam goes to live with the strangers his mum cut ties with seven years ago, Aunty Lorraine and his cousins, Shane and Minty. As the days slowly meld into one another and ghosts from the past reappear, Sam has to make the ultimate decision. Mature read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 45631 "One, two, cockatoo" "Garson, Sarah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664454 K-2 A delightful counting and hide-and-seek book rolled into one. Children will love learning to count from one to ten as they search for the cockatoos hidden in the pages. 290 One-eyed cat "Fox, Paula" Aladdin Publishing 2000 9780689839702 7-9 "Ned fired just one shot from the forbidden gun. But someone was watching. When a one-eyed cat turns up in an elderly neighbour's yard, Ned is caught in a web of guilt, fear, and shame when he fears his shot wounded the one-eyed cat." 291 Onion tears "Kidd, Diana" HarperCollins Australia 1990 9780207170287 7-9 "Nam-Huong escaped from Vietnam and lost her grandfather on the long terrible voyage. She finds it hard to release her pent up grief, until her teacher falls ill." 7404 Only a donkey "Walters, Celeste & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Penguin 2007 9780670041688 3-4 "Unlike Simpson's donkey, this donkey is looked down on by everyone in the farmyard. When he goes out for a day, the animals grumpily insist on going because he won't survive on his own. By the time they return, they have learnt to respect donkeys." 15153 Only a matter of time: a story from Kosovo "Ross, Stewart" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780750237338 7-9 "Drita, an Albanian, and Zoran, a Serb, become friends but this is Kosovo, and Serb-Albanian tension is rising. They find their families are now enemies and they are forced to meet in secret. They are about to begin a fight for their lives. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 2841 Only fish fall from the sky "Parsons, Leif" POW Kids Books 2015 9781576877579 K-2 "A boy wakes from a marvellous dream, where it rains fish instead of water, people dance through dinner and children sleep with tigers, to find the world is not quite as he left it." 15440 "Only one club, The" "Naliboff, Jane & Hopkins, Jeff (ill)" Flashlight Press 2004 9780972922531 3-4 "Jennifer finds she is the only one in her class who doesn't celebrate Christmas. She starts an Only One Club and soon finds there are lots of 'only ones' in her class, people who are special for all sorts of reasons." 4536 "Only pony, The" "Metzenthen, David & Watson, Judy (ill)" Penguin 2008 9780143303114 3-4 "Bessie's father has strict rules on what can and can't be done and riding a pony is a definite can't. However, Bessie finds a way to fulfil her dream and change her father a little in the process." 24676 Oom pah pah "Matthews, Cecily & Vane, Mitch (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320682 3-4 "Rosie is thrilled when she is chosen to play in the school band. When she selects the tuba, Rosie realises she has a large problem. She has to work out how she can get the tuba home to practise and then back to school each week for band rehearsals. A long-forgotten item solves the problem. " 90472 Oops "Fromental, Jean-Luc & Jolivet, Joelle (ill)" Abrams Books 2010 9780810987494 K-2 "A family suffers a series of mishaps as they race frantically through the streets of Paris to get to the airport in time for their holiday trip. It all starts when near-sighted Aunt Roberta's bar of soap is jettisoned out of her apartment, setting off a chain of events that thwarts the unsuspecting family's every move to make the flight on time." 78232 Oops "McNaughton, Colin" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842707128 K-2 "Preston sets off to take a basket of food to his granny's, wearing a red coat and hood, and looking very much like Little Red Riding Hood. As ever, Mister Wolf is in hot pursuit but he can't think which story Preston's red coat and hood reminds him of so he can't remember what to do." 13395 Opera house mouse "Chapman, Jean & Oliver, Tony (ill)" Margaret Hamilton 2000 9781876289294 K-2 Mouse can't sleep at night as he is kept awake by sounds of music. He goes exploring and sets out to climb a mountain. He encounters dangers but is rewarded when he reaches the top. 25200 Ophelia and the marvellous boy "Foxlee, Karen" Knopf Publishing Group 2014 9780385753548 5-6 Ophelia doesn't believe in anything that can't be proven by science. She and her sister Alice are still grieving for their dead mother when their father takes a job in a strange museum in a city where it always snows. Ophelia soon discovers a boy locked away in a long forgotten room. He is a prisoner of Her Majesty the Snow Queen. And he has been waiting for Ophelia's help. 37083 Ophelia: Queen of Denmark "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732298524 7-9 "Ophelia, daughter of Denmark's Lord Chancellor and loved by Prince Hamlet, is the girl who will be queen. While Hamlet's family stab, poison or haunt one another, feisty, intelligent and ambitious Ophelia plans a sensible rule, filled with justice and the making of delicious cheeses. Even if she has to pretend to be mad to make it happen, Ophelia will not let anything, not even howling ghosts, stand in her way." 35568 Opposite Land "Hamlyn, Charlotte Rose" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143780816 5-6 "Welcome to Opposite Land - where socks wear feet, broccoli is meat, behind is ahead, and people poop from their head! After the worst day ever, Steve discovers a strange book written upside down and back to front. That night, when its words become mysteriously clear and Steve begins to read them, she's transported to the topsy-turvy world in the book - Opposite Land. In this extraordinarily peculiar place, roads float in mid-air, people live in giant snail shells and monsters are made of pasta! " 3848 Optimists die first "Nielsen, Susin" Andersen Press Ltd 2017 9781783445585 7-9 "Petula has avoided friendship and happiness ever since tragedy struck her family and took her beloved younger sister Maxine. Worse, Petula blames herself. If only she'd kept an eye on her sister, if only she'd sewn the button Maxine choked on better, if only...Now her anxiety is getting out of control, she is forced to attend the world's most hopeless art therapy class. But one day, in walks the Bionic Man: a charming, amazingly tall newcomer called Jacob, who is also an amputee. Petula's ready to freeze him out, just like she did with her former best friend, but when she's paired with Jacob for a class project, there's no denying they have brilliant ideas together - ideas like remaking Wuthering Heights with cats. But Petula and Jacob each have desperately painful secrets in their pasts - and when the truth comes out, there's no way Petula is ready for it. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 60194 Oracle "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732288402 5-6 "Combines history, myth and fantasy. From beyond recorded time, Jackie French takes us on another historical journey. A chance for one girl who tells the truth to change history, and for her brother, an acrobat who accompanies a daring horse dancer across Greece, to attempt to rescue her." 26330 Oracle of the Morrigan "Trent, Tiffany & Crilley, Paul" Mirrorstone 2008 9780786949748 7-9 "Sixteen year old Siobhan has travelled back in time to medieval Scotland, before fairies and humans were at war. Her task is to bring back one of the scattered rath stones so that the bloodshed can finally end. Watching the beginnings of the hostility between the Fey and humans, Siobhan breaks free of her own timidity and galvanises those around her to create alliances, rescue captives and recover the rath stone." 18356 "Oracle, The" "Fisher, Catherine" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340843765 7-9 "In a distant, desert land where servants of the god rule supreme, new Bearer, Mirany, receives visions which reveal the true heir to the kingdom. She must try to stop the corrupt High Priestess from seizing power. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 11387 "Orchard book of fairy tales, The" "Impey, Rose & Beck, Ian" Orchard Books 2005 9781843621812 5-6 "Classic fairy tales retold with a very slightly, fractured twist for today's kids." 9394 "Orchard book of Greek myths, The" "McCaughrean, Geraldine (ed) & Clark, Emma Chichester (ill)" Orchard Books 1992 9781852133733 3-4 Lively retellings of sixteen famous myths for young readers. 12093 "Orchard book of nursery stories, The" "Windham, Sophie" Orchard Books 1993 9781843626930 K-2 "Large print and plenty of attractive illustrations in this perfect introduction to traditional stories like Goldilocks and Henny Penny. Fifteen favourite, traditional stories are retold for the very young." 3217 "Ordinary day, An" "Gleeson, Libby" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865043586 3-4 The journey to school is boring. On the way to the bus stop Jack uses his imagination and bit by bit the boring is replaced by a world of wonder with lots of possibilities. 11739 Origami heart Binny Lothian Books 2016 9780734416971 3-4 "Kabukli is lonely in the big city until he discovers that, to find true friendship, you must send your heart out into the world." 292 "Original Olympics, The" "Ross, Stewart" Hodder & Stoughton 1999 9780750225564 5-6 "Drawings, pictures and fictional stories make the facts of Ancient Greece come to life in this book about the ancient Olympics." 15309 Orphans of the queen "Starke, Ruth" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734405289 7-9 "Hilly and her brother, Egg, were promised sunshine, plenty of food and someone to look after them. When they arrived from England, they were separated. Hilly was sent to a cruel orphanage in Adelaide. Includes mature themes and some strong language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 18697 Oscar and Hoo forever "Theo & Dudok de Wit, Michael (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2005 9780007140084 3-4 "A story of friendship between a little boy called Oscar and Hoo, a cloud. Hoo is missing his flock of clouds. Oscar finds a way to help Hoo to rejoin with them." 12458 Oscar cat-about-town "Herriot, James & Brown, Ruth (ill)" Pan Macmillan London 1992 9780330320665 K-2 "When Oscar is brought to the vet's surgery as a starving, stray cat, he finds a home with the vet and his family. But, it soon becomes clear that the tabby cat, with the extra loud purr, is no ordinary cat." 14991 Oscar's half birthday "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2005 9781844280292 K-2 A family and community celebrate Oscar's half birthday. A story of love and celebration. 5066 Oshie "Blake, Jon & Allepuz, Anuska (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406324174 3-4 "Oshie is at a new school and finding it hard to fit in with the students. He loves football and hopes this might help. But it seems unlikely as Oshie has cerebral palsy, which makes walking difficult, let alone running and kicking. When Oshie makes a new friend, he is determined that, together, they can help his school team win the Schools Cup." 12743 Ossiri and the bala mengro "O'Neill, Richard & Quarmby, Katharine & Tolson, Hannah (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846439247 3-4 "A traveller girl named Ossiri makes her own musical instrument from a willow branch and lots of recycled objects. Although she plays enthusiastically, it makes a terrible noise. Ignoring warnings not to wake the ogre in the hills, Ossiri climbs away from the camp to practise. Her playing awakens the ogre but his reaction is not what she expects." 40833 "Other bears, The" "Thompson, Michael" Fremantle Press 2010 9781921361951 K-2 "Mother and Father Koala are suspicious of the other bears and surprised that they are so different. But, the little koalas have other ideas." 31734 Other brother "French, Simon" Walker Books 2012 9781921720833 5-6 "Kieran wants to fit in and be part of the in-group at school. He wants to be on the football team. But, then, his cousin Bon turns up. Bon doesn't know anything about fitting in. He looks different, he wears the wrong clothes and he says weird things. Even worse, Julia seems to prefer Bon's company to his. Kieran just wants to ignore Bon but, soon, he is forced to make a choice." 36204 "Other Christy, The" "Phommavanh, Oliver" Penguin 2016 9780143505723 5-6 "My name is Christy but nobody calls me that. In my class, there's another girl named Christie, who is popular and loud, and everyone likes her. I've become just the other Christy, the spare Christy. Just once, I'd like to be noticed and have a real friend. Someone I can bake treats for and who just gets me, and my weird, fussy Grandpa." 112070 "Other side, The" "Morgan, Sally & Culkin-Lawrence, Teresa (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2007 9781876944568 3-4 "Alex has a really embarrassing, tree-hugging grandfather that he does not want to be filmed next to by the national news crew. But Alex can learn a lot from Gramps about the rabbit proof fence and from his special friends in the Australian bush." 18734 Otto undercover: born to drive "Perlman, Rhea" HarperCollins US 2006 9780060754952 3-4 "Although he's only eleven, Otto Pillip invents all kinds of incredible devices and drives a race car. Having lost his parents mysteriously as a baby, he lives with his two peculiar aunts, FiFi and FooFoo." Ottoline series "Riddell, Chris" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8382 Our Aunty Sharon "Prior, Chasity & Karen Briggs (ill)" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359305 5-6 "Popular Sharon is one deadly relative, a proud and gregarious Aunty to all the mob." Our Australian girl series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen. Although written by different authors, the series themes are similar and there are a large number of titles." 4583 Our baby "Wild, Margaret & Blair, Karen (ill)" Working Title Press 2015 9781921504785 K-2 "Babies come in all shapes and sizes, and from all sorts of families. Some babies have a mum and a dad. Some have two mums or two dads. Our baby has a mum and a dad and a big sister, me. Some babies have snotty noses, tufty hair or no hair at all. Some babies like going to cafes or to the park. Some like playing at home. Every baby is different, and every one of them is special." 18383 Our big island "Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane (ill)" Artbeat Publishers 1995 9780957955103 3-4 "Take a journey around the Australian coast. Includes information on navigation and map-making featuring Australian landmarks, flora and fauna." 21215 Our birds: Nilimurrungu Wayin Malanynha "Stubbs, Siena" Magabala Books 2018 9781925360981 3-4 "A fantastic book of the birds from North-East Arnhem land. This guide includes both English and Indigenous names of the birds, with very impressive pictures, including the natural landscapes and habitats. " 61128 Our daft dog Danny "Allen, Pamela" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670073351 K-2 "In the winter, we love visiting Uncle Peter and going to the beach with his dog, Millie. But, the day we took our dog Danny with us, everything went wrong. Then, a good idea saved the day." 12224 Our dog "Oxenbury, Helen" Walker Books 2001 9780744531794 K-2 "Our dog is not the best-behaved dog in the world. Our dog jumps in puddles and mud when we go for walks. We try to wash and dry our dog, but our dog just won't stay clean." 27714 Our dog Benji "Carter, Pete & Henderson, James (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335330 K-2 "Benji will eat anything. From ice cream to insects, he's eager to try it all! His young owner isn't quite so adventurous. But perhaps Benji can inspire him to be a little less fussy." 25682 Our Gags "Hoy, Catriona & Josse, Annabelle (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921529092 3-4 "The house is all messy and everyone is busy looking after the new baby. Luckily, we have our Gags." 12091 Our granny "Wild, Margaret & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913509 K-2 "This granny has a wobbly bottom, marches at demonstrations and is full of kisses for the grandchildren with whom she lives. Other grannies are compared to this one. Most children will find a granny that appeals to them." 5500 Our home is dirt by sea "Bates, Dianne (ed)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925081190 5-6 "Poetry is magical and funny, and tells stories about life. This collection includes forty-five different kinds of poems, by thirty-five Australian poets. They share, reveal and confess parts of their life experiences in passionate, angry, absurd, moving and hilarious ways." 2276 Our island "Lester, Alison; Honey, Elizabeth & the Gununa children" Viking Children's 2014 9780670077687 3-4 "Our island lies beneath a big blue sky, surrounded by the turquoise sea. Turtles glide through the clear salt water and dugongs graze on banks of seagrass." 3475 Our last trip to the market "Clarke, Lorin & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781925266962 K-2 "What a fabulous morning to go the market! That busker is dressed as a clown. And there's fruit and a baker. There are people on bikes. Annabelle, please put that down!" 11496 Our love grows "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743626269 K-2 "Pip is an adorable, roly-poly little panda, who is playful and curious. Mama explains to him how he will grow, just like the world around them." 7296 Our pet pelican "Mook, Carol & Mooka, Laura (ill)" Black Ink Press 2007 9781863340281 3-4 "An adventure story about a family getting a new pet but there are hidden dangers. Based on an event that really happened during Carol and Laura's childhood in the Torres Strait Island community on Prince of Wales Island, near Thursday Island." 15511 "Our rooster, Jack" "Dodd-Farrawell, Kathryn & Russell, Jason" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686065 3-4 "The children tease Jack, the pet rooster, and complain about the way he chases and pecks them until the day Jack is no longer with them. A childhood recollection of an indigenous family." 15124 Our school fete "Pfanner, Louise & Gamble, Kim (ill)" ABC Books 2004 9780733308826 K-2 The whole family joins in the preparations for the school fete. Dad cooks chutney and mum draws a map of the school. Everyone has a job to do. 8643 Our stories: Australian Federation "Brennan, Net" HarperCollins Australia 2014 9781922179944 5-6 "Before 1901, the nation of Australia did not exist. Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Western Australia were six separate colonies under British rule. Find out how ordinary citizens became the first in the world to write and vote for their own Constitution, and how they came together to form the nation of Australia." 34638 Our stories: Australian flags and emblems "Tayleur, Karen " Black Dog Books 2013 9781742031095 5-6 "The story of Australia is told by the flags and the emblems we see around us. They display our past, our cultural heritage, our national treasures and the amazing diversity of each state. Find out about our rich history and what we value." 30522 "Our stories: Canberra, Federal capital" "Hawkins, Tracey" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781922179319 5-6 "In 1901, when the six British colonies of early Australia came together to form one country, a new capital city was proposed. Find out why Canberra was selected and how it became an important treasure trove of historical, artistic, sporting and scientific achievements. Discover Canberra, the federal capital of Australia." 31845 Our stories: Child convicts "Brennan, Net" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9781742032238 5-6 "In eighteenth century Britain, children were tried in court like adults. Some as young as nine were transported to the colonies. Their names may not be familiar but a child convict became the first person hanged in Australia, another is celebrated on our twenty dollar note and one would count a future prime minister as a descendant. Their stories are ones of survival and building Australia as a nation." 2958 Our stories: Protest in Australia "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2016 9781922244543 5-6 "Through protest, Australians have united to fight for change and have influenced the outcome of many causes. From human rights to the environment, this book traces Australia's proud history of protest." 31781 Our stories: Sportsmanship "Brennan, Net" HarperCollins Australia 2016 9781742032337 5-6 "Australia's passion for sport often defines our history, our traditions, our values and our identity. These are the stories of the sportsmen and women whose talents have stopped the nation. These are the moments when we threw our arms in the air and cheered." 82566 Our tree named Steve "Zweibel, Alan & Catrow, David (ill)" Penguin USA 2005 9780399237225 K-2 "A family moves into their new house. As they grow older, the one constant is 'Steve', a massive tree in their backyard sharing their lives, their ups and downs." 817 Our village in the sky "Brian, Janeen & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743318140 5-6 "Our village sits above the great river, nestled in the Himalayan mountains. This is what we do on summer days when school is closed for holiday time, in our village in the sky." 16831 Our world of water "Hollyer, Beatrice" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845076481 5-6 "Regardless of the wealth or poverty of countries, water is vital for our survival. The daily lives of six children from Peru, Mauritania, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Tajikistan and California show where water comes from, what it means to them and how they use it. The photographs and real life stories also touch on climate change and pollution. " 13703 Our world: Bardi Jaawi life at Ardiyooloon One Arm Point Remote Community School Magabala Books 2010 9781921248238 5-6 "This book provides a rare glimpse into the lives of the children of a remote Indigenous community, 200km north of Broome, Western Australia. They carry on the culture of the Bardi Jaawi people as they build fish traps, make spears and boomerangs, hunt crabs, turtles and dugong, learn traditional dances and share traditional stories." 2903 Out "George, Angela May & Swan, Owen (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781743629000 K-2 "I'm called an asylum seeker but that's not my name. A little girl and her mother have fled their homeland, making the long and treacherous journey by boat to seek asylum and a new beginning." 14994 Out and about "Hughes, Shirley" Walker Books 2005 9781844284733 K-2 "A collection of beautifully illustrated blank verse for the very young exploring nature - mud, water, fire, mist and wind - and a child's feelings. Double-page illustrations will delight children who love detail." 9263 Out of order: between age poems "Peters, Andrew Fusek" Evans Bros 2002 9780237522902 7-9 "An anthology that identifies the many issues of older adolescents' angst. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 293 Out of the dust "Hesse, Karen" Scholastic US 1997 9780590371254 7-9 "Billie Jo describes the difficulties of rural life in Oklahoma during the dust storms of 1934 and 1935, the brutal reality of her mother's death, her own injuries and her father's illness. Billie Jo's story is dark and intriguing, with a trace of hope. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 31317 Out of the egg "Matthews, Tina" Walker Books 2008 9781921150357 K-2 "Reworked version of the traditional tale of the hardworking, unaided Little Red Hen continues until her own baby chick befriends the offspring of the lazy cat, the rat and the pig and together they play. By the end of the day, each baby learns a new lesson in forgiveness and sharing." Out of this world series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9802 "Outback, The" "Porter, Annalies & Bancroft, Bronwyn" Magabala Books 2005 9781875641864 3-4 "An illustrated poem evoking the Australian landscape, its animals and its indigenous people. The connection between the people and the land is made with sensitivity through the language and the art." 41821 Outbreak "Prince, Alison" A & C Black 2008 9780713688405 5-6 "Miriam's mother is starting to buy extra food to put away. Both her parents insist on calling her by her non-Jewish nickname and Miriam is struggling to understand what is going on. Through talking with friends who have overheard their parents' conversations and listening to the radio, Miriam learns about the coming to power of Adolph Hitler." 294 "Outcast, The" "Bernard, Patricia" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780732257682 7-9 "First in the Outcast Trilogy, this story introduces the chip-enhanced city dwellers of the future." 9159 Outlaw - the story of Robin Hood "Morpurgo, Michael" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007465927 5-6 "Lost in a dark, strange forest, Robin is rescued by a crew of misfits, the Outlaws. He seeks justice and revenge against the Sheriff of Nottingham, once and for all." 83493 Outlaw son: the story of Ned Kelly "Hunt, Paula" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030784 7-9 "Described as a kind and gentle man, who was also a bank robber, thief and murderer, Ned Kelly is Australia's most famous bush ranger." 2521 Outpost "Baillie, Allan" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143305927 7-9 "Life on the remote moon Ord is dangerous. Random eruptions in the ice, extreme cold, loneliness and loss: it's all Dece knows. Until one day he sees a mysterious object caught in the rings of the nearby gas planet, Cotal. With no choice but to investigate, what he will find is so extraordinary that it is almost beyond understanding. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 805 Outside "Hathorn, Libby & Voutila, Ritva" Little Hare Books 2015 9781921894688 K-2 It's the fluttery leaves in the magical breeze in the summery sun outside. 15441 Outside the lines "Burg, Brad & Gibbon, Rebecca (ill)" Putnam 2002 9780399234460 3-4 A compilation of words and poetry about childhood games and activities. 553 Over in the clover "Ormerod, Jan & Gardiner, Lindsay (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192791702 K-2 "Meet busy beavers, tumbling tigers, tiny tadpoles and lots more in this rhyming, counting book." 9567 Over the hill and around the bend with granny and Bert and me "Lunn, Helen & Miller, David" Scholastic Australia 2000 9781865042459 3-4 A tall story full of cheerful nonsense with gaps in the text interpreted in hilarious ways by the illustrations. Going to the shop with Granny turns out to be much more exciting than you could possibly imagine. 4090 Over the ocean "Gomi, Taro" Chronicle Books 2016 9781452145150 K-2 "A young girl gazes out to where the water meets the sky and wonders what lies beyond the waves. She thinks there might be boats filled with toys or skyscrapers filled with people or houses filled with families. Or, maybe, over the ocean stands someone not so different from the girl herself, returning her gaze." 9389 Over the stile and into the sack "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2000 9781860399763 3-4 Two traditional tales retold. 1172 Owl "Pignataro, Anna" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081162 3-4 "Deep in a snowy forest Owl and Frida live happily together, looking out the window at the moon. Owl starts to wonder what lies beyond their forest, beyond the snow." 3247 "Owl and the pussy cat, The" "Lear, Edward & Mortimer, Anne (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2008 9781741789362 K-2 "In this beautifully illustrated edition of the well-known nonsense poem by Edward Lear, the Owl and the Pussycat sail across the sea and travel into lush jungles, all by the light of the moon. " 35327 "Owl and the pussycat, The" "Lear, Edward & Wilson, Anne (ill)" Australian Broadcasting Corporation 2006 9780733319143 K-2 "The beautiful, classic poem of the Owl and the Pussycat and their adventure to get married." 12491 Owl at school "Nicoll, Helen & Pienkowski, Jan (ill)" Puffin UK 2002 9780140568875 K-2 Meg sends Owl to school for the first time and he has to learn some very unusual lessons. 5747 Owl babies "Waddell, Martin & Benson, Patrick (ill)" Walker Books 1998 9780744563139 K-2 "The story of three baby owls who wake up one night in their hole in the tree to find that their mother has gone. They sit on the branch and wait, wondering when she will return." 295 "Owl service, The" "Garner, Alan" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780007127894 7-9 "Three children find a mysterious set of dishes in an attic which sets off a chain of events from an ancient Welsh drama. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9375 "Owl who was afraid of the dark, The" "Tomlinson, Jill & Howard, Paul (ill)" Egmont Childrens 2004 9781405210935 3-4 "Plop is a baby barn owl, an unlikely candidate for being afraid of the night. He is sent out by his mother to learn about the dark. Through encounters with seven different people, he learns to sleep in the daytime and that dark is super." 2869 Oww: a wriggly piglet with a prickly problem "Rosen, Michael & Langley, Jonathan (ill)" Collins 2003 9780007767977 K-2 "Piggly, the wriggly piglet, has a problem, a quite painful problem. Everyone wants to help but their best efforts only cause them a problem too. Assistance comes from an unexpected and seemingly unhelpful encounter." 296 "Oxford book of story poems, The" "Harrison, Michael & Stuart-Clark, Christopher" Oxford University Press 2002 9780192762122 7-9 "With the common theme of narrative verse, this collection of poems contains humorous and serious verse for children and adults." 9265 Oxford treasury of classic poems "Harrison, Michael & Stuart-Clark, Christopher" Oxford University Press 2004 9780192762894 7-9 An anthology for middle years' students for all times. 12937 Pablo Picasso: master of modern art "Gogerly, Liz" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2003 9780750243247 7-9 "Throughout his life, Picasso took risks, experimented and pushed the boundaries. Like his art, his life was full of passion. Whether painting, producing sculptures or working with ceramics, he produced some of the greatest art of the twentieth century." Paddington Bear series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 297 "Paddock of poems, A" "Fatchen, Max" Penguin 1987 9780140324761 5-6 This is a collection of Australian poetry. 18691 "Paddy McCann, time shifter" "Blake, Bronwyn" Lothian Books 2005 9780734407832 7-9 "A humorous, futuristic tale of irrepressible Paddy, a Year 8 student. Due to a series of mishaps, Paddy is seen as a troublemaker and his teacher has it in for him. His mission in 3005 AD is to get through life without losing the plot or anything else." 29827 Paddy O'Melon the Irish kangaroo "Cooper, Julia & Dickson, Daryl (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335637 3-4 "Separated from his mother as a young joey, Paddy O'Melon is found and raised by an Irish family who live in the rain forest and often help orphaned or injured animals. But while Paddy loves his new human family, he's curious to find out what he really is. So, he sets out on a journey into the rain forest to find his real home. " 298 Pagan's crusade "Jinks, Catherine" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9781741752311 7-9 "Set in 1187, Pagan is the young squire for a knight in Jerusalem, fighting in the Crusades." 12605 "Pain, my mother, Sir Tiffy, cyber boy & me, The" "Bauer, Michael Gerard" Omnibus Books 2016 9781742991504 7-9 "Maggie Butt's world is under siege. Not only is a stranger taking over her mother's life but her own as well, and Maggie is not going to let that happen. But, then, there's Sister Evangelina, the one-eyed, snaggle-toothed cat, senior subject choices, the dream date and Cyber Boy, the geek in the library, to contend with as well." 8928 Painted love letters "Bateson, Catherine" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702232893 7-9 "Chrissie is twelve years old and very close to her dad, an artist, who is dying of lung cancer. Her mother buries herself in her work and Chrissie has to work through her own great grief, clinging to the special gifts her father has given her. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17910 Painting out the stars "Peet, Mal & Graham, Elspeth & Foreman, Michael (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406324860 3-4 "Includes three intriguing fable-like stories. When Tashi's mother falls ill and is unable to work, Tashi looks to the monkeys on a Himalayan tea plantation for help. Yazul and his clan, trapped inside their desert fortress by bandits, are saved from starvation by fiercesome dragon kites. Issa, the old mountain guide, has his life turned upside down when he stumbles upon a camel sheltering a baby girl in a desert storm." 64097 Painting the wind "MacLachlan, Patricia & MacLachlan, Emily & Schneider, Katy (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780064438254 5-6 "A young boy watches various artists who come to his island over the summer. He tries to learn something from each one in the hope that he might, one day, be able to paint the wind." 4980 "Paladero: Riders of thunder realm, The" "Lochran, Steven" Hardie Grant Egmont 2016 9781760124700 7-9 "Joss, a mysterious boy with a tragic past, has only ever dreamed of being a Paladero. A cowboy knight of the Thunder Realm. Will he be able to complete his quest of crossing the savage lands to the doomed Ghost City of Vaal? With his fellow questors and his Raptor mount, Joss must complete this traditional rite of passage or die trying. " 68097 Paladin "Luckett, Dave" Omnibus Books 2010 9781862918672 7-9 "Sam could never have imagined how one good deed would change his world. Finny knows a lot more about changing worlds than she has let on. Together, these two strange friends will find their true calling in a land far from their own, one where danger and magic go hand-in-hand." 45928 Pan's whisper "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2011 9781742032061 7-9 "Pan Harris is brash, loud and damaged. Ordered into foster care, Pan is full of anger at her mother who abandoned her and her older sister who kept her from her father. Pan is certain that she knows the reality of her past until she meets Hunter, the boy who understands her story better than anyone else. He may be the key to unlocking the truth of Pan s memories but that would mean breaking her most important rule. Never. Trust. Anyone." 23844 Pandamonia "Owen, Chris & Nixon, Chris (ill)" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925163339 K-2 "When visiting the zoo, whatever you do, don't wake the panda." 4490 Pandora "Turnbull, Victoria" Frances Lincoln 2016 9781847807496 K-2 "Pandora lives alone, in a world of broken things. No one ever comes to visit, so she spends her time gathering and mending what she can. But when a bird falls from the sky, slowly her world begins to change..." Pandora Jones series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15342 "Pangkarlangu and the lost child, The" "Napurrurla, Molly Tasman & Nicholls, Christine (ed)" Working Title Press 2002 9781876288273 3-4 "When a small boy ignores his parents' advice, he becomes separated from them and meets a huge, wild-eyed, knotty-haired Pangkarlangu, a monster known to the Warlpiri people." 299 Pannikin & Pinta "Thiele, Colin & Gouldthorpe, Peter" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734403605 5-6 "The pelicans at Lake Eyre leave for the coast when the lake dries up. Pannikin and mother, Pinta, leave a little too late with the other members of the family." 64164 Pants "Andreae, Giles & Sharratt, Nick (ill)" Corgi Books 2003 9780552548335 K-2 A colourful and hilarious celebration of pants which will appeal to the very young. Each double-page depicts a different type of pants. There are also musical versions of this book. 30504 Papa Sky "Heinrich, Sally & Jolly, Jane (ill)" MidnightSun Publishing 2017 9781925227291 K-2 "Papa Sky sits where earth meets sky, until one night the wind blows him down, down, down through the cloud forest, where he lands with a bump. What will happen next? Who will help him? " 12246 "Papa, please get the moon for me" "Carle, Eric" Simon & Schuster 1999 9780689829598 K-2 "A little girl, Monica, sees the moon from her bedroom window and wants to play with it. Her father sets out to bring it to her - it isn't easy to climb to the moon." 9551 "Paper bag princess, The" "Munsch, Robert & Martchenko, Michael (ill)" Scholastic UK 2008 9781865049212 3-4 "Princess Elizabeth has it all, including the handsome prince and the fairytale ending, until a dragon comes to spoil it. This strong and independent girl is the real hero of the story." 35589 Paper cranes don't fly "Vu, Peter" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272765 7-9 "Suffering from an incurable disease, Adam Auttenberg sees the hospital as his second home. With some long-term special friends and an exciting new friendship he faces the toughest challenge. Peter Vu uses his own experiences to create an emotive text as a page turner. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 13454 Paper planes "Worland, Steve" Penguin 2015 9780143308744 5-6 "Twelve year old Dylan Webber lives in a small country town in outback Western Australia. When he discovers a talent for folding and flying paper planes, Dylan aims for the World Junior Paper Plane Championships. He is determined to create a plane to compete with the world's best. During his quest, Dylan makes unlikely new friends, clashes with powerful rivals and comes to terms with his family's past. " 43458 Paper planes: 25 superdynamic aeroplanes to make and fly "Mitchell, David" Pavilion 2017 9781911163312 5-6 "25 step-by-step paper aeroplanes for you to make. Clearly arranged, easy to follow and with lots of colour diagrams, this will be a popular book with kids from 7 years to 77 years." 300 Papio "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 1991 9780140320442 7-9 "The dramatic story of two children who rescue Papio and Upi, male and female baboons, from an experimental research station in Central Africa, only to find freedom brings problems for the animals and themselves. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9226 Papunya School book of country and history "Wheatley, Nadia & staff & students of Papunya School" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2001 9781865085258 7-9 "A unique and fascinating account, from an Indigenous perspective, of the history of Western Desert communities." 1263 Parachute "Parker, Danny & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Little Hare Books 2013 9781921894206 K-2 "The parachute is the first thing Toby puts on each morning. It gives him the courage to deal with all kinds of tricky situations, such as getting out of bed and riding his bike. But sometimes someone else's trouble can be greater than your own and they need his parachute more than he does." 8312 "Paradise garden, The" "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780224046329 3-4 "Peter escapes from his busy, noisy life into a beautiful garden. When he returns home, he finds he can make his own refuge with the knowledge he has gained." 3878 "Paradise trap, The" "Jinks, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375748 7-9 "When Marcus goes on a boring holiday to the beach, things quickly become much more interesting when he discovers his smelly old caravan has a hidden cellar, filled with amazing fantasy worlds." 8199 Paraphernalia's present "Lawrenson, Diana & Huxley, Dee (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733317422 3-4 "Dottie Devine has only one friend, Paraphernalia the hen, who visits regularly. They share breakfast and trips into town. When Dottie doesn't collect the eggs for a dew days, Paraphanalia has a wonderful surprise for her and more friends come into their lives. " 22123 "Parents are revolting, The" "Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303077 5-6 "Terry and her little brother, Harry, always get exactly what they want from their parents. But, the situation changes drastically when Mum and Dad go on strike. " 12067 "Park in the dark, The" "Waddell, Martin & Firth, Barbara (ill)" Walker Books 2002 9780744594089 K-2 "Deserted parks seem exciting places after dark. The toy monkey and his friends, Loopy, the elephant and Little Gee, the dog, creep out of the bedroom as the moon rises. But, when the night train comes to chase them, they all run home." 301 Parkland "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 1996 9780140378924 7-9 "Parkland is an enclosure that houses humans and human-ape hybrids. They are controlled by vicious creatures called leopards. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4887 Parrot carrot "Temple, Jol & Temple, Kate & Foye, Jon (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742376868 K-2 See what happens when you mix animals that rhyme with objects and then illustrate them. Lots of mixed-up animals and humour. 36206 Parsley Rabbit's book about books "Watts, Frances & Legge, David (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733321450 3-4 "Celebrate the joy of reading and begin a lifelong love of literature with the endearing Parsley Rabbit and his pesky little brother, Basil. This book is full of fun, with flaps to flip and questions to share, as Parsley takes the reader on an hilarious and stimulating journey through the world of books." 528 "Particular cow, A" "Fox, Mem & Denton, Terry (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2006 9780152002503 K-2 "The particular cow in this story is everything the word conveys. She is individual, special, specific and noteworthy but she is not very good at taking care which leads to riotous catastrophes." 6638 Paruku: the desert brumby "Blackadder, Jesse" ABC Books 2014 9780733331794 7-9 A middle eastern sheik wants to capture wild brumbies roaming the Kimberley Ranges and train them to become race horses. A horse vet and his daughter Rachel go into the outback to round up some horses with the help of local aborigines. Rachel finds her feelings divided between wanting freedom for the horses and serving her father. Parvana series "Ellis, Deborah" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 302 Parzival: the quest of the Grail Knight "Paterson, Katherine" Penguin USA 2000 9780141305738 7-9 Parzival meets three mounted men in armour and is determined to have adventures in the court of King Arthur. 10578 Passenger "Bracken, Alexandra " HarperCollins Australia 2016 9781460752043 7-9 "New York violin prodigy Etta loses everything one night when she is pulled through time to 1776 to the midst of a fierce sea battle. Etta discovers that the powerful Ironwood family are looking for a long lost object that could remake the future, and they think Etta holds the clue to finding it. Along with the swashbuckling privateer Nicholas, who has his own painful history with the Ironwood family, Etta must embark on a perilous journey across centuries and continents to piece together the clues and stay one step ahead of the Ironwood clan. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3281 Passing on "Dumbleton, Mike & Denton, Terry (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780091840839 K-2 "A boy shares a very special bond with his grandma and his life changes when she dies. The book shows how he deals with his grief, how he can think lovingly about the people who have died and pass on memories and feelings." 80084 Passing the music down "Sullivan, Sarah & Root, Barry (ill)" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763637538 5-6 "A young boy travels to the hills of Appalachia to meet the old-time fiddle player whose music he admires. A friendship develops that will forge a bond between generations. Under the man's care and instruction, the boy develops. From playing on the front porch to performing at American folk festivals, the two carry on the tradition of passing the music down." 17268 "Pasta detectives, The" "Steinhofel, Andreas & Wells, Steve (ill)" Chicken House 2010 9781906427276 7-9 "Rico is unusual. His head gets mixed up but Rico is brilliant at noticing little things - like the strange goings-on in the next apartment block. When his new and only friend, the gifted, anxious Oscar is kidnapped, Rico gets a chance to put all his special skills to the test in a violent, dangerous adventure." 303 Pastures of the blue crane "Brinsmead, Hesba" University of Queensland Press 2004 9780702234620 7-9 "A lonely girl discovers that she has inherited a property in northern Queensland. The grandfather she has never known goes with her to this unfamiliar, rural community." 304 Pat Rafter "Sheppard, Barrie" Harcourt Education Australia 2000 9781863919364 5-6 Pat Rafter is a tennis champion who has won the prestigious US Open twice and been ranked number one in the world. 29831 Patch and Ruby "Jones, Anouska & Jones, Gwynneth (ill)" EK Books 2016 9781925335224 K-2 Patch the pony is lonely. Sometimes it feels as if he doesn't quite fit in on the farm. But one day something happens that changes his life forever. 5328 "Patch from scratch, A" "Forward, Megan" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780670078295 K-2 "Jesse and Lewis want to grow their own fruit and vegies, just like people do on a farm. They're going to dig and build, plant and grow, and when they're finished they're going to have a feast!" 11671 "Patchwork bike, The" "Beneba Clarke, Maxine & Rudd, Van T (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734416681 K-2 "When you live in a village at the edge of the no-go desert, you need to make your own fun. That's when you and your brothers get inventive and build a bike from scratch, using everyday items like an old milk pot and a used flour sack. You can even make a number plate from bark, if you want. The end result is a spectacular bike, perfect for going bumpetty bump over sand hills, past your fed-up mum and right through your mud-for-walls home." 34021 Patricia "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865049380 K-2 "Patricia's head was filled with wonderful, amazing thoughts. All she needed was someone to share them with." 7084 Pattan's pumpkin: An Indian flood story "Soundar, Chitra & Lessac, Frane (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2016 9781910959442 K-2 "Pattan finds an ailing flower and decides to plant it near his hut and nurture it. To Pattan's surprise, the flower changes into a magnificent pumpkin and grows until it reaches the summit of the mountain. When the storm clouds burst and the waters rise, Pattan's pumpkin just might save the family." 305 "Pattern of islands, A" "Grimble, Arthur" 1965 9780719505652 7-9 "The colonial governor gives his account of life on Kirabati and Tuvalu, two islands in the Pacific." 64414 Patterns of Australia "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2006 9781921049705 5-6 "The illustrations are patterns from ten different landscapes, with a description highlighting some key features. Children can try to find certain objects within each vibrant, indigenous artwork." 10879 "Pause, The" "Larkin, John" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857981714 7-9 "Declan seems to have it all, a loving family, friends he's known for years and a beautiful girlfriend. But, something in Declan's past just won't go away and he makes the only decision he thinks he has left. As the train approaches and Declan teeters at the edge of the platform, two versions of his life are revealed to him. One moment. One pause. One whole new life. A challenging, confronting read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5737 "Paw, The" "Prior, Natalie Jane & Denton, Terry (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1995 9781863734110 3-4 "School girl by day, but the world's cheekiest cat burglar by night. That's Leonie, otherwise known as The Paw, foe of the rich but friend of orphans and starving cats." 28050 Pax "Pennypacker, Sara & Klassen, Jon (ill)" HarperCollins US 2016 9780008124090 5-6 "Pax and Peter have been inseparable ever since Peter rescued him as a kit. But, one day, the unimaginable happens. Peter's dad enlists in the military and makes him return the fox to the wild. At his grandfather's house, three hundred miles away from home, Peter knows he wants to be with Pax. Despite the encroaching war, Peter strikes out on his own to reunite with his fox." 37853 Payback "Hayes, Rosemary" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845079352 7-9 "Halima, 18, has moved with her family to London and her horizons are beginning to expand. Then, just as she is about to start university, she discovers her father's plan to marry her to the son of a distant relation in Pakistan who once did him a favour. Halima is to be the repayment of the debt. And it's payback time. Adult themes and strong language in context. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 43451 Pea pod lullaby "Millard, Glenda & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760290085 K-2 "I am the small green pea, you are the tender pod, hold me. Pea pod lullaby is an inspiring and timely story of courage, endurance and hope, for a world in which we can reach out and embrace one another. " 12168 Peace at last "Murphy, Jill" Dial Books (Penguin) 1984 9780803767577 K-2 Mr Bear spends the night searching for enough peace and quiet to get a little sleep. 64577 "Peace book, The" "Parr, Todd" ABC Books 2004 9780733319761 K-2 "Discover the many different things that can mean peace to different people. See if you agree, or tell someone what peace means to you." 9630 "Pear in the pear tree, The" "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2000 9780140564976 K-2 "When John and Jane go out walking, what do they see? They see a pear in the pear tree. The problems of how to get the pear from a branch that is too high for them sets in motion a funny and unlikely chain of events." 25822 Pearl Barley and Charlie Parsley "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin Books Australia 2007 9780670070947 K-2 "Pearl Barley and Charlie Parsley are friends, really great friends, much to the amazement of others because the two are so different in personality. The book looks at how their differences make their friendship so strong." 15180 "Pearl of Tiger Bay, The" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin 2004 9780143300830 5-6 "Annie moves to Tiger Bay where there are lots of secrets to be unravelled. Most mysterious of all is Madam Olenka, who lives in The Pearl, a grand, dilapidated hotel, above the township. Madam Olenka has not spoken to anyone in thirty years." 569202 Pearl the magical unicorn "Odgers, Sally & Thomas K" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742993133 3-4 "Meet Pearl. She is a magical unicorn. But Pearl doesn't quite know how to use her magic. With the help of her friends, Tweet and Olive, can Pearl believe in her magical self? And what happens when Pearl and her friends stumble upon three naughty, stinky gobble-uns!?" 2027 Pearl verses the world "Murphy, Sally & Potter, Heather (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921150937 5-6 "At school, Pearl feels as though she is in a group of one. Her teacher wants her to write poems that rhyme but Pearl's poems don't. At home, however, Pearl feels safe and loved but her grandmother is slowly fading, and so are Mum and Pearl. When her grandmother eventually passes away, Pearl wants life to go back to the way it was." 1862 "Pearl-shell diver, The" "Crabbe, Kay" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290474 5-6 "Thirteen year old Sario lives with his family on a remote Torres Strait island. it's 1898 and the pearl-shell trade is at its height. When his father is coerced to join a white trader on his pearling lugger, Sario must go to work as a swimming diver to support the family. He's excited by the idea of walking on the sea floor but the competition is fierce and the only captain who will take him on runs the worst outfit in the fleet. And, there's the the constant danger of shark attacks and the storm of the century is approaching." Pearlie series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4665 Peas and quiet "Tozer, Gabrielle & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2017 9781460752395 K-2 "Best friends Pip and Pop live in peapod, but sometimes it can get a little too cosy- especially because they are so different! Pip loves to sing, while Pop won't stop snoring. How are they ever going to work out how to live together?" 7664 Peas in a pod "McCartney, Tania & Snerling, Tina (ill)" Exisle Publishing 2015 9781921966712 K-2 "Pippa, Pia, Poppy, Polly and Peg are quintuplets. Since birth, the five sisters have looked the same, sat the same, eaten the same, slept the same and even cried the same. Mum and Dad want to keep their adorable, identical girls forever matching, like peas in a pod. But, as the sisters grow, they discover they are not the same. In fact, they are very different from each other." 7159 "Peasant prince, The" "Cunxin, Li & Spudvilas, Anne" Penguin 2007 9780670070541 5-6 "Chinese-inspired watercolours charmingly support this picture-book adaptation of the true story of the life of a boy in Communist China, during the last decade of Chairman Mao's reign. At eleven, Li was plucked from obscurity to train as a ballet dancer, thus escaping his poor, peasant village roots. He travelled the world as a dancer and was finally reunited with his parents." 2717 Pecan pie baby "Woodson, Jacqueline & Blackall, Sophie (ill)" Putnam 2010 9780399239878 K-2 "Gia is tired of hearing about the new baby. It hasn't even been born yet, but everyone, even her friends, seem fixated on it. Gia thinks things are fine just the way they are and is worried about what's going to happen to her nice, cosy life with Mama." 810 "Peculiar, The" "Bachmann, Stefan" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007498857 7-9 "Don't get yourself noticed and you won't get yourself hanged. Bartholomew Kettle and his sister live by these words. They are Peculiars, half-human, half-faery, and hated by both. But, one day, when a mysterious lady magically whisks away a little boy, Bartholomew forgets the rules. And gets himself noticed." 34219 Peeking ducks "Bell, Krista & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2010 9781921136450 K-2 "Three young ducklings live with their parents and sister on a quiet stream. Ignoring instructions against exploring too far, the trio investigate the much larger River Li, where they soon find out how much they still need to learn to be safe. " 306 Peeling the onion "Orr, Wendy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1996 9781741149333 7-9 "Following a car accident in which her neck is broken, a teenage karate champion has to recover from this tragedy with the help of her family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9618 Peepo "Ahlberg, Janet & Allan" Penguin 1997 9780670871766 K-2 "On each page, there is a clever hole to peep through so you can see what the baby sees." 5458 "Peg and Cat: Camp problem, The " "Oxley, Jennifer & Aronson, Billy (ill)" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763699222 K-2 "Welcome to Camp Niniwawa. Peg + Cat are joined by their friends Richard and Aki, and together they are Gopher Bunk! But, working together, over coming homesickness and using their problem-solving skills are all needed if they are to score 100 points against Raccoon Bunk." 22961 "Peg and Cat: Lemonade problem, The" "Oxley, Jennifer & Aronson, Billy" Candlewick Press 2018 9781536200614 3-4 "It's a hot day, so what could be cooler than setting up a lemonade stand? When Peg needs some marbles to keep her special marble company, she and Cat decide to sell lemonade in exchange for ten marbles a cup. But the Teens have other ideas. Can they barter their way back into business - or will they end up totally freaking out?" 3298 Peg leg Meg "Bodsworth, Nan" Puffin Australia 1999 9780141303444 3-4 "Meg is the daughter and granddaughter of two pirates. Poll, the talking parrot, helps rescue Meg from the worst grandmother in the world. A tale of high seas adventure, kidnapping and betrayal." 30138 Peggy "Walker, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742832708 K-2 "Peggy lives in a small house in a quiet street. One blustery day a big gust of wind sweeps down and scoops up leaves, twigs and... Peggy! The wind blows Peggy into the city where she discovers strange new things, but how will she find her way back home?" 97736 "Penalty, The" "Peet, Mal" Walker Books 2007 9781406309362 7-9 "As the city of San Juan pulses to summer's sluggish beat, its teenage football prodigy El Brujito, the Little Magician, vanishes without trace. Paul Faustino, South America's top sports journalist, is reluctantly drawn into the mystery. As a story of corruption and murder unfolds, he is forced to confront a bitter history of slavery, and the power of the occult. Includes some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 74282 "Pencil, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & Ingman, Bruce (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406309621 5-6 A lonely little pencil creates things which have a life of their own. All is well until pencil draws a rubber which then creates mayhem. Pencil must work out a way to stop the rubber from rubbing out every drawing. 4443 "Penderwicks on Gardam Street, The" "Birdsall, Jeanne" Corgi Books 2009 9780440868408 5-6 "The Penderwick sisters, Rosalind, Jane, Skye and Batty, are ready for an adventure but what happens isn't quite what they had in mind. When Mr Penderwick's sister, their Aunt Claire, decides it's time for him to start dating, it can only mean one thing, disaster." Penelope Perfect series "Perry, Chrissie" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2824 Penguin "Dunbar, Polly" Walker Books 2007 9781844280650 K-2 "Ben just can't seem to get the response he wants to out of his toy, Penguin. When it's needed, Penguin shows himself to be a toy of action with his own special way of talking." 19568 Penguin bloom "Bloom, Cameron (photo) & Grieve, Bradley Trevor " ABC Books 2016 9780733334948 7-9 "In a shocking accident, Cameron's wife, Sam, suffers a near fatal fall that leaves her paralysed and deeply depressed. Into their lives comes Penguin, an injured magpie chick, abandoned after she fell from her nest. A true story of hope and courage. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 111115 "Penguin book: birds in suits, The" "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2006 9781921167300 5-6 "Some are shy, some are curious and some are grumpy enough to give you a slap as you walk by. But, all penguins are amazing. Includes seventeen different species of penguin, with fact boxes and descriptions of penguin physiology and habitats." 7460 "Penguin friend, The" "Sussex, Lucy" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913073 3-4 "This conservation story warns of the affects of attempting to domesticate cuddly wildlife, especially the risk of killing an animal with kindness." 4841 Penguin problems "John, Jory & Smith, Lane (ill)" Walker Books 2016 9781406375992 3-4 "Little Penguin has problems: his beak is cold; there is snow everywhere; the water smells salty; he waddles; he looks the same as everybody else. No, it is not easy being a penguin." 21193 Penguins "Arlon, Penelope & Gordon-Harris, Tory" Scholastic US 2012 9781407131528 3-4 "Meet every kind of penguin up close. Watch them walk, talk and make friends, share meals, and raise fluffy chicks. Journey to Antarctica and find out how penguins there survive natural and man-made dangers in their icy home." Penny Dreadful series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3302 Penny Pollard's diary "Klein, Robin & James, Ann" Hodder & Stoughton 2004 9780733618062 3-4 "Penny Pollard hates pink dresses, twitty lavender bags, Simone, Annette Smurton who has her own horse and Jason Taylor. She likes horses, Mrs B who is her eighty-one year old best friend, collecting things, visiting cemeteries and writing." 112261 "Penny to remember, A" "Murray, Kirsty & Bray, Peter (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2007 9781876944537 3-4 "George is transported to seven years' hard labour in Van Diemen's Land (Tasmania) for stealing. He leaves a love token with his sister Hannah, hoping she will never forget him. Across the world from each other, it seems they will never be reunited." 41228 "Peony lantern, The" "Watts, Frances" ABC Books 2015 9780733332920 7-9 "When Kasumi leaves her remote village for the teeming city of Edo, her life is transformed. She has been chosen by a samurai to become a lady-in-waiting to his new wife. Kasumi is surprised as she has no skills for this role and, worst of all, she is always in trouble for speaking her mind. Surely, this will get her into trouble with her new mistress. When Kasumi learns of a secret that puts them both in danger, she must solve the mystery, behind the danger they face, in order to save herself and her mistress." 3308 People might hear you "Klein, Robin" Puffin Australia 1993 9780140366297 7-9 "An arresting story about a strange and sinister religious sect called The Temple and how Frances discovers its secrets. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 307 "Peopling of Australia, The" "Trezise, Percy" HarperCollins Australia 1990 9780207170379 7-9 "From the very early days of Australia, the people shared the land with dangerous beasts and began to develop a culture and traditions." 30611 Pepi sings a new song "Ljungkvist, Laura" Simon & Schuster 2010 9781416991380 3-4 "Every night while his human, Peter, studies the stars, Pepi the parrot sings a special space song. Pepi loves singing but he's getting a little tired of space. So, one day, he decides to step out into the neighbourhood to find some new things to sing about. " 308 "Peppermint Pig, The" "Bawden, Nina" Penguin 1997 9780140309447 5-6 "Poll and her family have to move to a small town in the English countryside in the early twentieth century. They take their family pet, a pig. Now Poll's father has gone away and there is a mystery surrounding his departure." Percy Jackson series "Riordan, Rick" 5-6 "The gods of Olympus are alive and well in the 21st century. They still fall in love with mortals and have children who are half-god and half-human, like the heroes of the old Greek myths. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6861 Perfect "Parker, Danny & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Hardie Grant Egmont 2015 9781760125554 K-2 "On a perfect day, the hours stretch endlessly ahead. Three children scribble with chalk, run with kites, dig for shells, paddle, climb and dream." 28005 "Perfect leaf, The" "Plant, Andrew" Ford Street Publishing 2018 9781925736014 K-2 Two girls meet under the wind-tossed Autumn trees. Knee-deep in the fallen leaves they search for the perfect leaf. But they find something much more wonderful. 28861 Perfect petunias "Jenkins, Lynn & Lonergan, Kirrili (ill)" EK Books 2018 9781925335583 3-4 "Loppy is very worried about not doing his homework well enough. He always focuses on what he hasn't done rather than what he has, and then becomes very frustrated. So, his friend Curly teaches him about how petunias grow - in lots of different, imperfect directions that we can't control. " 15972 "Perfect present, The" "Roberton, Fiona" Penguin Books Australia 2011 9780670074761 K-2 "Henry has the perfect pet, a duck called Spot, who thinks he's found the perfect present for Henry's birthday. But, when the big day comes, Henry's grandparents arrive with a perfect present of their own, a strange and wobbling box. This could change things between Spot and Henry forever." 574 "Perfect puppy for me, The" "O'Connor, Jane & Hartland, Jessie" Puffin USA 2005 9780142403358 3-4 A boy explores all the different types of dogs he knows that might be the perfect puppy for him. Some coarse language used in context. 16861 "Perfect thing, The" "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin (ill)" Omnibus Books 2017 9781742991122 K-2 No problem is too big for Lily's grandpa. He knows how to solve all of them. He always knows the perfect thing. 42245 Perky little penguins "Mitton, Tony & Parker-Rees, Guy (ill)" Orchard Books 2007 9781846163388 K-2 Follow the delightful little penguins as they slide and jump and waddle around in their world of ice and snow. 892 Permaculture gardens "Bollard, Kellie" National Library of Australia 2013 9780987407702 3-4 "Discover how nature works in your backyard. Compost and some vegie seeds, a shovel, hat and gloves." 309 Personal best "Duder, Tessa & McFarlane, Peter" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9781863307741 7-9 An anthology of stories about a range of sports written by two authors from Australia and New Zealand. 15453 Pet crabs "Simon, Leslie A & Davis, J" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686034 5-6 "An 'old Koori lad' tricks some 'gungies' (police) about his seafood hunting practices, highlighting laws about Native Title Fishing rights." 15101 Pet fish "Nelson, Robin" Lerner Publishing Group 2003 9780822512677 K-2 Tells how to keep fish as pets and contains lots of fishy facts. 9584 "Pet for Mrs Arbuckle, A" "Smyth Gwenda & James, Ann (ill)" Penguin 1990 9780140509373 3-4 Mrs Emmeline Arbuckle needs a pet and decides to advertise for one. soon after she sets off to interview some of the more unusual applicants. 15102 Pet guinea pig "Nelson, Robin" Lerner Publishing Group 2003 9780822512684 K-2 Introductory book on how to keep a guinea pig as a pet plus lots of facts about the animals. 18578 Pet palace "Frater, Adrienne" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408464 3-4 A mysterious neighbour moves next door and renames her house Pet Palace. Angie and her brother Jeremy watch in amazement as a parade of pampered pets arrive. 9518 Pet poems "Foster, John & Paul, Korky (ill)" Oxford University Press 2000 9780192761927 3-4 "This collection includes dogs, cats, budgies, bugs, tarantulas, leopards, crocodiles, rabbits, dolphins, porcupines, werewolves, vultures and pterodactyls, every pet you could possibly imagine and more." 15443 Pete the sheep "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780207199660 3-4 "Shaun doesn't have a sheep dog, he has a sheep sheep called Pete. The other shearers are not happy about it particularly when Pete and Shaun set up in business. Pete doesn't know how the other shearers are going to react." 15118 Peter and the starcatchers "Barry, Dave & Pearson, Ridley & Call, Greg (ill)" Disney Press 2004 9780786856831 7-9 "In a fast-paced adventure on the high seas and on a faraway island, an orphan boy named Peter and his mysterious new friend, Molly, overcome bands of pirates and thieves in their quest to keep a secret safe and save the world from evil." 39693 Peter in peril "Bate, Helen" Otter-Barry books 2016 9781910959572 5-6 "Peter is just an ordinary boy, who loves playing football with his friends and eating cake. But, when war comes to his city, Budapest, Peter and his family have to go into hiding." 3322 Peter Pan "Barrie, J M" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261206 5-6 "In this classic, magical Peter Pan comes to the night nursery of the Darling children. He teaches them to fly and takes them through the sky to Never-Never Land for many adventures, including a battle with the infamous villain, Captain Hook." 12740 Peter Pan in scarlet "McCaughrean, Geraldine" Oxford University Press 2006 9780192726209 5-6 "The former lost boys of Peter Pan's Neverland now lead normal adult lives but are plagued by realistic dreams. In this gripping official sequel, they return to find Peter Pan and to seek some answers." 7927 Petlandia "Hannan, Peter" Scholastic US 2015 9780545162111 3-4 "When Madame Wigglesworth, a supremely aloof cat, finds her place with her family usurped with the arrival of Grub, a ridiculous and stupid puppy, she decides action must be taken. But, her plans misfire and, as chaos reigns, she resorts to increasingly destructive tactics to regain her perceived rightful place in charge." Pets series "Pyers, Greg" 3-4 Find out all you need to know about owning and caring for a variety of pets. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 30142 Petunia Paris's parrot "Haworth, Katie & Williamson, Jo (I'll)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760403690 K-2 "Petunia Paris lives a life of luxury and has everything she could possibly want, from a swimming pool to a bicycle with its very own chauffeur. When she requests a parrot for her fifth birthday, a parrot is what Petunia gets. The problem is, Petunia Paris's parrot doesn't do what Petunia Paris wants it to." 1144 Phantom of Terawhiti "Hunt, Des" HarperCollins NZ 2013 9781869509545 7-9 "Staying with his father on New Zealand's wild remote coast, Zac finds some animal pawprints on the beach. What is the exotic animal that is being hunted and what does the Russian billionaire have to do with this mystery." 3332 "Phantom tollbooth, The" "Juster, Norton" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9780394820378 5-6 A young boy receives a special birthday gift that takes him on a journey through an extraordinary land. 2837 "Phar Lap, the wonder horse" "Kerin, Jackie & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Museum Victoria 2008 9780980381313 5-6 The story of Phar Lap is famous in Australia's history. His story is told in the form of a ballad accompanied by vivid illustrations that evoke the period. 7983 Pharaoh: death and life of a God "Kennett, David" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862915930 5-6 "Egypt of the Pharaohs comes to life in this brilliant account of the reign of two pharaohs, Seti I and his son, Ramesses II, known as Ramesses the Great. Ramesses reigned as Pharaoh of Egypt for sixty-five years and built more temples than any other ruler in Egyptian history. The life, death and successes of each pharaoh are described against the backdrop of life and customs in Egypt at the time." 6987 Pharaoh: the boy who conquered the Nile "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2007 9780207200823 7-9 "Prince Narmer is fourteen, clever and handsome and, as his father's favourite, destined to be King of Thinis one day. But, when he is involved in a terrible accident that leaves him lame and horribly scarred, Narmer decides to leave his home to travel with the Trader, whose healing skills saved his life." 2923 Phasmid: Saving the Lord Howe Island Stick Insect "Cleave, Rohan & Tulloch, Coral (ill)" CSIRO 2015 9781486301126 3-4 "Sometimes, a story of animal survival in the wild is so unbelievable that you couldn't possibly think it was true. The Lord Howe Island Phasmid, also known as the Stick Insect, was once thought to be extinct. Dedicated people have carried out an extraordinary conservation effort. The story is told in the voice of a phasmid, whose life begins inside a small egg where it grows for up to nine months, and becomes three times longer than the egg." 310 Pheasant and Kingfisher "Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781863889742 5-6 "Beautifully illustrated, by an Aboriginal artist from Cairns, the retelling of how creatures came into the world during the Dreamtime. The author, an anthropologist, lived among the Aborigines in the north of Australia for many years." Philomena wonderpen series "Bone, Ian & Dawson, Janine (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 89611 Phoebe Nash: girl warrior "D'Ath, Justin" Laguna Bay Publishing 2010 9780980566420 5-6 "Phoebe is holidaying with her family in Africa. From the outset things do not go according to plan as Phoebe becomes involved in an adventure of a lifetime, having witnessed the kidnapping of an African politician, and then being part of his rescue. All this is set in the wilds of Africa, with lions and elephants aplenty." 17036 Photographs in the mud "Wolfer, Dianne & Harrison-Lever, Brian" Fremantle Press 2005 9781920731205 7-9 "Jack and Hoshi are soldiers on opposite sides who meet on the Kokoda Track during World War Two. Graphic illustrations enrich this sensitive, realistic and harrowing story of the personal tragedy of two soldiers and their loved ones at home. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." Phredde series "French, Jackie" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. Phyllis Wong series "McSkimming, Geoffrey" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 829 Piano piano "Cali, Davide" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2008 9780980416534 3-4 "Everyday at the same time, Marcolino practises the piano, just as his mother wants. Marcolino has other plans." 2885 Pica "Gardiner, Jeff" Accent Press 2016 9781783759286 7-9 "When mean, self centred bully Luke meets Guy, he just thinks he's another weirdo to hate, but soon enough Luke finds out that Guy is not quite what he first seems. To begin with, he catches wild snakes with his bare hands and seems to have a way with animals that is just too intriguing for Luke to ignore. But what Luke discovers is that becoming friends with Guy could change his life, and indeed himself, in ways he never would have previously dreamed. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6623 "Picture atlas, The " "Holland, Simon & Calder, Jill (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408884867 3-4 "Explore the world by looking not only at borders, mountains, rivers, seas and oceans, but by discovering the natural wonders of the world, historical artefacts, amazing animals, fascinating cultures and much more. From the freezing Arctic Circle with its powerful orca whales, to the amazing Sydney Opera House and the Great Barrier Reef, learn, explore and be amazed by the wonders of the world." Pie rats series "Stelzer, Cameron" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 10077 "Pied Piper of Hamelin, The" "Morpurgo, Michael & Clark, Emma Chichester (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406315110 5-6 "In the town of Hamelin, the rich and greedy live like kings and queens, while the poor and sick scavenge rubbish tips for scraps. An orphan boy tells the classic tale of how a plague of rats take over the town and how a fantastic piper offers to rid Hamelin of its rats for a single gold coin. But, when the greedy mayor breaks his word, the piper lures the town's children away." Pig called Pete series "Bowater, Alan & Pascoe, Pete (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12480 Pig gets lost "Amery, Heather & Cartwright, Stephen(ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746063149 K-2 "Curly, the pig, goes missing. Mrs Boots, Sam, Poppy and Rusty, the dog, must find him. It's a very muddy job." 29841 Pig in a wig "Krebs, Chrissie" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742762654 K-2 "The pig was feeling pretty good - even better than a piggy should. His skin was pink. His eyes were big, and he was wearing a glorious wig! When a wig lands on a pig, expect the unexpected in this hilarious tale of mistaken identity! " 12061 "Pig in the pond, The" "Waddell, Martin & Barton, Jill (ill)" Walker Books 1966 9780744543919 K-2 "Neligan's pig sits by the pond, watching the ducks and geese play on the cool water. The pig gets hotter and hotter and the ducks and geese get louder and louder. The pig has to find a solution to this problem." 12225 Pig tale "Oxenbury, Helen" Egmont Childrens 1990 9780749702724 3-4 "When two discontented pigs find a treasure chest in the orchard, they abandon their rural paradise for what they think will be a more luxurious life." Pig the pug series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7525 "Pig's knickers, The" "Emmett, Jonathan & Cabban, Vanessa (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406316247 K-2 Pig loves his polka-dot knickers and can't stop showing them off. His friends tell him he is extraordinary but they may not still think so when disaster strikes. 15027 "Pigeon finds a hot dog, The" "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2005 9781844280476 K-2 "The pigeon is thrilled when it finds a hot dog. A duckling asks the pigeon what hot dogs taste like. Perhaps, one of them will outsmart the other and get to eat the hot dog." 2330 "Pigeon needs a bath, The" "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2014 9781406357783 K-2 "The pigeon is filthy, but will not take a bath." 100977 "Pigeon wants a puppy, The" "Willems, Mo" Walker Books 2008 9781406315509 K-2 "Pigeon decides he really wants a puppy to care for. When he comes face to face with a real one, pigeon's choice of pet changes." 3347 Piggotts in peril "Ball, Duncan" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780207197833 5-6 "The Piggotts of Piggot Place return, triumphantly, in this cleverly-paced story of elusive pirate treasure." 5025 Piggy "Lai, Trevor" Bloomsbury 2016 9781681190655 K-2 "Piggy loves books so much that he never has time for friends. But one day Piggy sees a cat reading alone. And he wonders if, perhaps, they could be best friends. Try as Piggy might- in increasingly spectacular ways- the cat just won't notice him. Piggy just wants to let her know just how he feels." 9459 Piggybook "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1996 9780744533033 3-4 The men in the Piggott family take Mum for granted a little more each day and expect her to do everything for them. Mum decides to do something about it and teaches the family a valuable lesson. 31479 Piglet and Granny "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Working Title Press 2009 9781921504020 K-2 "Piglet loves his Granny and has been waiting all day for her to visit. Cow, horse, duck and sheep all think she'll be here soon but Piglet wonders what is taking her so long to arrive." 12414 Piglet and mama "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Working Title Press 2004 9781876288426 K-2 "Piglet has lost her mama. Everyone wants to help - Duck, Sheep, Donkey, Dog, Horse and Cat. But, Piglet won't be consoled until she finds her mama." 130953 Piglet and Papa "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael" Working Title Press 2007 9781876288754 K-2 "Little piglet is feeling insecure. Horse, sheep, donkey, duck and dog make her feel loved but there is someone else who loves her a billion times more." 3327 "Piglet called Truffle, A" "Peters, Helen & Snowdon, Ellie (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2016 9780857637734 3-4 "When a young girl finds a piglet, that is too small to fend for itself, she nurses it back to good health. She knows she cannot keep Truffle the pig forever and then disaster strikes." 312 Pigs and honey "Adams, Jeanie" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781863880466 5-6 An account of an Aboriginal family on a weekend outing. 12406 Pigs don't fly "French, Jackie" Koala Books 2003 9780864613981 K-2 Lift the flap to find out all the things farm animals love to do. 14384 Pigtails the pirate "Elliot, David" Red Fox 2003 9781740518055 3-4 "Jess sets out to find her father and rescue him from Pigtales, the pirate." 313 Pilawuk: when I was young "Brian, Janeen" Era Publications 1990 9781863742573 5-6 "Pilawuk explains that she was one of the Stolen Generation, and describes her life growing up with non-Aboriginal families and her search for her surviving relatives." 38147 Pilgrim "Oliver, Jo" New Frontier Publishing 2008 9781921042850 3-4 "Pilgrim is the name of a boat, built by the narrator's great-grandfather. The narrator, a small boy, tells the reader about his first journey to sea. He and his father rise early and make their preparations for the fishing trip. " 570820 "Pilot and the Little Prince, The: Life of Antoine De Saint-Exupery, The" "Sis, Peter" Pushkin Press 2014 9781782690597 5-6 "The story of airplanes and flight captured the imaginations of many. This picture book captures the history of flight leading up to World War I, the life of author Antoine De Saint-Exupery and his imaginative work 'The Little Prince'. Featuring imaginative artworks and diagrams." Pine Valley ponies series "Welshman, Kate & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7255 "Pinhoe egg, The" "Jones, Diana Wynne " HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780007228553 5-6 "In the village around Chrestomanci castle, magic is being misused and when Cat Chant finds the Pinhoe egg, chaos begins, and Chrestomanci may not be the one able to bring control to the villages." 21751 "Pink hat, The" "Joyner, Andrew" Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143789369 K-2 "Once there was a pink hat. A cat played with it. A baby caught it. A dog swiped it. That is, until...a girl found it. And one day she wore it someplace special. Join this girl and millions of others as they stand up for what it is right." 3355 Pinocchio "Collodi, Carlo" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261602 5-6 "The classic tale of Pinocchio, a wooden puppet, carved by Old Gepetto, whose nose grows longer whenever he tells a lie. He runs away and joins a circus but a talking cricket and Pinocchio's guardian fairy save him and his wish is granted." 7014 Pinquo "Thiele, Colin & Milton, Mary (ill)" New Holland Australia 1992 9781863025324 5-6 "The emotional story of Pinquo, a fairy penguin, who lives in a penguin colony in South Australia." 35606 Pip and Houdini "Jones, J.C & Keys, Caroline (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760296056 5-6 "After the death of her guardian, Sully, Pip has finally found a family who are planning to adopt her- at least they were until Pip gets into trouble AGAIN. Pip is sure she won't find a home with a regular family. There's only one place she might belong, and that's with the mother she has never met. With her faithful dog Houdini by her side, Pip sets off to find out what has happened to Cass. It's a journey filled with colourful characters, including a musical young woman and a friendly surfer. As Pip draws nearer to Byron Bay, is she prepared for what she will find when she gets there?" 4540 Pip and Pim "Hegarty, Aunty Ruth & Harrold, Sandi (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781760151973 K-2 "Tonight, for the very first time, Pip and Pim, two young possums, are going down to the forest floor with their mother. Papa Possum warns them to be careful but the two young possums are too excited to listen." 84290 Pip: the story of Olive "Kane, Kim" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741751192 7-9 "Olive Garnaut is in Year 7 and likes things in pairs. But, even with her own perfectly symmetrical family, birthday and bedroom, Olive has only ever felt half. How extraordinary, then, that her twin sister, Pip, appears one day. But, Pip is visible only to Olive." 314 "Pipe, The" "Moloney, James" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1996 9780850917871 7-9 A skateboarding story with a twist. 15322 "Pipeline O'Connor built, The" "Lefroy, Joy & Frylinck, Diana & Duke, Marion (ill)" Sandcastle 2003 9781920731601 5-6 "Fantastic photographs, diagrams and drawings explain how water was pumped to the Kalgoorlie goldfields because of one man's vision. Told in the style of 'The house that Jack built'." 15026 "Pipkin of pepper, A" "Cooper, Helen" Random House Children's Books 2004 9780385600071 K-2 "Duck and Squirrel go to the big city to buy salt for their pumpkin soup. But, Duck thinks it will taste better with a pipkin of pepper and that is how he gets lost. A delicious sequel to Pumpkin Soup." 41404 Pippa the perfect flowergirl "Nickerson, Julie & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305859 3-4 "Pippa is really excited because she's going to be the flowergirl at her aunt's wedding. Pippa wants to be the best flowergirl ever and for everything to be perfectly perfect. But, a game of hide and seek almost ruins the day." 4456 Pippa's island: The beach shack cafe "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143783671 5-6 "Pippa has just arrived at a new school, in a new town, and even living on a gorgeous island isn't cheering her up. Her arrival cause ripples at Kira Cove Primary School- but she soon starts to make friends with eco-warrior Meg, boho-chick Charlie, and fashionista and cupcake baker Cici. Pippa's mum plans to buy a rustic old boatshed and start a bookshop cafe. Pippa worries they'll use all their money in this madcap venture- until her new friends come to the rescue to help get the grand opening back on track." 53343 Pippa's perfect ponytail "Nickerson, Julie & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304012 3-4 "Pippa is sure her birthday party will be perfect. She has the perfect cake and the perfect dress, and now all she needs is a perfect ponytail in her hair." 315 Pippi Longstocking "Lindgren, Astrid & Ross, Tony (ill)" Oxford University Press 2015 9780192793799 5-6 "A humorous story about a super strong, super rich pirate's daughter who has adventures with her two friends, a monkey and a horse." 5388 Piranhas don't eat bananas "Blabey, Aaron" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743625781 K-2 Brian is a piranha. He is also a vegetarian who loves fruit. Brian is trying to convince his family to join him in eating the food. 5329 Pirate Blunderbeard 1: Worst. Pirate. Ever "Sparkes, Amy & Cort, Ben (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008201807 3-4 "Blunderbeard describes herself as the worst pirate ever. She has wrecked her ship, she is scared of fish, she uses tourist to help her find her way and she loves to bake. Then to her horror, her Mum enters in to the Pirate of the Year competition-POTY. It all goes pretty badly, and Blunderbeard cannot win a thing. Can she use one of her amazing inventions or her pet chicken, Boris, to help get through the difficult and stupid competition? " 933 Pirate company: on the trail of the golden toucan "Cason, Susan " Omnibus Books 2013 9781742990026 5-6 "When Tom's famous father fails to return home from an expedition, his corrupt step-mother has the explorer declared dead. Eager to be rid of her stepson, she ships him off to his stuffy old aunt in Boston. But his journey takes an unexpected turn. Before long he is working on a pirate ship and making plans to mount an expedition to discover his father's whereabouts." 66027 Pirate diary: journal of a cabin boy "Platt, Richard & Riddell, Chris (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406330601 3-4 "In September, 1716, nine year old Jake Carpenter joined his Uncle Will aboard his ship to become a sailor. His uncle has told him about sea monsters and mermaids, and has sailed through a hurricane. When the ship, the Greyhound, is captured by pirates, Jake embarks on an exciting new life but on the wrong side of the law." 30760 Pirate X "Clark, Sherryl" University of Queensland Press 2011 9780702238895 5-6 "Will Shepherd is not having the best of times. After six days on the wintery streets of London, he is beaten and robbed. After losing consciousness, he wakes to find he has travelled back to 1717, to a world of danger. Forced to work on Blackbeard's pirate ship, looting and burning, Will's unlikely friend is Major Bonnet, a disaster as a pirate but the key to his survival." 9451 Pirates ahoy "Smiley, Sophie & Foreman, Michael (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708828 3-4 Charlie's football-mad family swap goalposts for the seaside and her brother's on a quest for a pirate adventure. It's all hands on deck as cannonballs fly and damsels in distress are rescued. 46341 Pizza cake "Gleitzman, Morris" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143305989 5-6 "A reader's feast. Ten wonderfully fresh stories, full of imagination and humour. " 37299 "Place to call home, A" "Deacon, Alexis & Schwarz, Viviane (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406323023 K-2 "The baby hamsters have outgrown their home, an old mattress, so it's time to find a new one. They go on a mission across the garden, in various funny disguises so they're not attacked. Their quest takes them through a puddle that looks as big as the sea, across the sand, which they think is a desert, and the most dangerous part of all is getting past the beast." 955 Plague "Orme, David" Evans Bros 2008 9780237535223 7-9 "The year is 1665 and the plague has come to the city of London. For apprentice Henry Harper, life will never be the same. His father has died of the plague, and his mother and brother have fled to the country. Now Henry is alone and he must find a way to escape from the city he loves, before he, too, is struck down." 25417 "Plague of unicorns, The" "Yolen, Jane" Zonderkidz 2014 9780310746119 5-6 "James, an aristocratic son in medieval England, is sent to Cranford Abbey to study under the good monks. The abbey is falling into disrepair and, to make money, the Abbott sells cider made from the golden apples. But, the apples are constantly being eaten by a herd of marauding unicorns. When various methods fail to eradicate the unicorns, James must come up with a plan to eliminate them. He must become a perfect hero and risk his life to save the abbey and the monks, and, hopefully, find a way to return home." 5345 Planetwatch "Bramwell, Martyn & Burnie, David & Dicks, Lynn & Few, Roger" Dorling Kindersley 2009 9781740337021 5-6 "A comprehensive look at life on Earth, a fragile and changing place. Find out how climate change affects the world around us and what might happen in the future to the food we eat, the air we breathe and the land we live on." 12183 Plants "Claybourne, Anna" Raintree 2003 9781410900791 3-4 "With interesting photographs, this book introduces young readers to some of the weirdest plants in the world." 41699 Play School: The useful book ABC Books ABC Books 2016 9780733334016 K-2 "Packed with activities, recipes, songs and poems to share and celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Australia's most iconic television show." 19091 Playground "Wheatley, Nadia (ed) & Searle, Ken (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742370972 5-6 "Read the true stories about the childhood of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, compiled from memoirs and oral histories. Find out about getting bush tucker, going fishing, taking part in ceremony, playing games and having fun. The warmth of home, the love of family and the strength of community shine through every story. Eighty Elders, both past and present, have contributed their words or artwork." 317 Playing Beatie Bow "Park, Ruth" Penguin 1998 9780140314601 7-9 "Fourteen year old Abigail finds herself transported back to Sydney's Rocks area in the nineteenth century when she follows a mysterious girl, who appeared during a scary game with other children in the neighbourhood." 12047 Playmates "Tanner, Jane" Viking Children's 2002 9780140541472 K-2 "Ben gets a little, bouncy puppy to love." 3791 Please be nice to sharks: fascinating facts about the ocean's most misunderstood creatures "Weiss, Matt & Botelho, Daniel (photography)" Sterling Publishing Co 2016 9781454917489 3-4 "You're probably thinking, ""Why be nice to sharks?"" Well, if you like the sea, you should love sharks. They are essential to the health of the ocean's ecosystem. But the sad truth is that sharks are being fished to extinction. That's bad news for our planet. Besides, sharks are cool. Dive into this book and learn more about these amazing, awesome and misunderstood fish." 3380 Please Mrs Butler "Ahlberg, Allan" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780140314946 3-4 "A funny collection of poems all about one school. The verses cover such things as playtime, the school outing, French lessons, the three Rs, nicknames, best friends and a host of other familiar topics." 9448 Plenitude "Bloom, Jessica" self-published 2002 9780958136006 7-9 "Poetry, written by a young Sydney girl, to inspire primary and junior high school students. Some of the poems have challenging themes for older readers, including insightful views on death. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2514 Plenty: a place to call home "Braxton-Smith, Ananda" Black Dog Books 2014 9781742032429 5-6 "Maddy receives an unexpected and quite unpleasant tenth birthday present. The family is to move from their inner-city home to the country, to be closer to her rarely-visited grandmother, who is battling the early stages of dementia. Stories by her grandmother and her Sudanese refugee classmate help Maddy to realise the true meaning of home, family and belonging." 14996 Ploo and the terrible gnobbler "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780340879009 K-2 "Ploo must face the terrible Gnobbler to rescue the moon. If he can't, day will never come and there will be no oggs for breakfast on Blue Nose Island." 63900 Pobble's way "Booy, Simon Van & Edelson, Wendy (ill)" Flashlight Press 2010 9780979974663 K-2 "Daddy and Pobble discover a butterfly raft and frog umbrellas on their walk through the forest. When Pobble drops something, the animals all have a suggestion as to its purpose. A book for all who love to imagine alternative uses for things." 2986 "Pocket dogs and the lost kitten, The" "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991054 3-4 "Biff and Buff love riding in the pockets of Mr Pockets' very big coat and having him all to themselves. But, when a little lost kitten needs a home, they might have to learn about sharing." 26079 "Pocket dogs go on holiday, The" "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781862917385 3-4 "Biff and Buff have always loved being Mr Pockets' very own pocket dogs. When Mr Pockets takes them on a holiday by the sea, they love travelling in his pockets. But, when he takes his coat off to play on the beach, something dreadful happens and the coat disappears." 37476 "Pocket dogs, The" "Wild, Margaret & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781862914445 3-4 "Biff and Buff, Mr Pockets' dogs, are so tiny they fit into his pockets and that is how they travel to the park and to the shops. One day a hole appears in the right pocket. It keeps getting bigger and bigger until there is sure to be a disaster." 44283 "Pocketful of eyes, A" "Wilkinson, Lili" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742376196 7-9 "Beatrice May Ross, otherwise known as Bee, is in her element working at the taxidermy department at the Museum of Natural History. But, her summer job is full of surprises. For starters, there's a dead body, a mysterious benefactor, a large stuffed tiger and a pocketful of glass eyes. Bee must sift through the clues to discover whether a murder has been committed." 802 Pocketful of posies: a treasury of nursery rhymes "Mavor, Salley" Harcourt Children's Books 2010 9780618737406 K-2 "A collection of classic nursery rhymes, beautifully illustrated with incredibly detailed, embroidered fabric and cloth scenes." 3394 Podkin One-Ear "Larwood, Kieran & Wyatt, David (ill)" Faber & Faber 2016 9780571328406 5-6 "As the midwinter feast rolls on, the children gather to hear the storyteller tell tales of the Great warrior, Podkin one-ear. How will the greatest Rabbit that ever lived become the Hero? How will he escape the evil Gorm, and will the children be allowed to hear the end? An eternal story, and the start of a new adventure in the five realms of rabbits. " 35549 POE: Stories and poems "Hinds, Gareth" Candlewick Press 2017 9780763681128 7-9 Seven of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous and best love stories and poems are collected here in one handsomely illustrated graphic novel for young readers. Poe's classic works have been skilfully adapted to the graphic format in a way that will entrance and terrify a young generation of horror fans without losing their original atmosphere and thought provoking depth. Poems including The Raven are presented in their entirety. 15028 Poems by young Australians "Various & Greive, Bradley Trevor (ed)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780759320369 7-9 "A wonderful, creative collection of works by young Australian poets, aged from eight to eighteen years to inspire would-be poets and readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 5372 Poems by young Australians Vol 6 "Petty, Ron (ed) & Grieve, Bradley Trevor (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664065 5-6 "Enjoy this collection of bright, witty, powerful and dark poems, written by students from five to seventeen years for The Taronga Foundation poetry prize." 9273 Poems in my luggage "Thiele, Colin" Puffin Australia 1989 9780140342796 5-6 "Includes a wide variety of Australian poems - humorous, reflective, serious and wise." 4529 "Poesy ring, The: A love story" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2017 9781406378276 K-2 "Love is always there, it just needs to be found...Follow a little treasure on its astonishing journey to find its beloved owner." 5567 Poetry to the rescue "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702233180 3-4 "A collection of amusing poems on everyday life. These funny, touching and thought-provoking poems depict the lives of young people at home, school and play with honesty through the eyes of the children." 12139 Pog "Lee, Lyn & Gamble, Kim" Omnibus Books 2000 9781862914124 K-2 "Pog is a warty, bug-eyed monster who is terrified of children. One day, he comes face to face with his worst nightmare. An engaging twist to the story of a child who is about to start school and is still scared of monsters." 18388 Pog and the birdies "Simmons, Jane" Orchard Books 2005 9781843624967 K-2 Cats stop chasing birds so they can enjoy their songs. 9537 "Poke in the I: a collection of concrete poems, A" "Janeczko, Paul B (comp)" Walker Books 2001 9780744556568 3-4 A selection of poems to enchant the eyes and intellect. Striking and imaginative artworks illustrate the delightfully unravelling threads of words and sentences. 9203 Polar Boy "Fussell, Sandy" Walker Books 2008 9781921150388 3-4 "Life isn't easy in the land of snow and ice and for Iluak, a Too-lee boy travelling with his tribe, there are daily challenges. Now, though, a new challenge is coming. His grandmother, the Shaman, tells him a bear is coming and that it will be Iluak who will save his people from the bear. But, Iluak is afraid of bears and doesn't want to face one." 15047 "Polar express, The" "Van Allsburg, Chris" Andersen Press Ltd 1985 9780862641436 K-2 A small boy boards a train with other children and travels across snow covered country to the North Pole. He receives a silver bell from Santa as the first Christmas present of the year. 26707 Polar eyes: a journey to Antarctica "Patrick, Tanya & Hutcheson, Nicholas (ill)" CSIRO 2009 9780643096103 5-6 "Find out where penguins go to dance, what it's like to sleep in an igloo and how ancient ice can be used as a time machine. Take a journey through the scenes and science of one of the most fascinating parts of the planet, and try some hands-on activities. Heat-related activities may require supervision." 3128 Poles apart "Willis, Jeanne & Jarvis (ill)" Nosy Crow Ltd 2015 9780857634924 K-2 "Everybody knows that penguins belong at the South Pole and polar bears live at the North Pole-that is until a family of picnicking penguins accidently get lost journeying home. When the hapless Pilchard-Brown family find themselves at completely the wrong pole, they need Mr White, the friendly polar bear, to guide them all the way home." 61405 Poles apart: life at the ends of the Earth "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031354 3-4 "Despite the movies, polar bears and penguins will never meet in the wild. That's because they live on different poles. Find out about their homes at opposite ends of the Earth." 9453 Police officer "Artis, Lara" Heinemann 1997 9781863918497 3-4 "Explores the role of police officers in our community. Bright, photographic illustrations show one officer completing a range of work tasks that are typical of the officer's responsibilities." 21483 "Polly and Buster: Wayward Witch and the Feelings Monster, The" "Rippin, Sally" Hardie Grant Egmont 2017 9781760129019 5-6 "In a world where witches can never be friends with monsters, Polly and Buster have managed to keep their friendship a secret. Until one day, when everything changes..." 18565 Polly's march "Newbery, Linda" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746060315 5-6 The new occupants in the apartment upstairs turn out to be two women friends who are heavily involved in the suffragette movement. Polly is inspired by their beliefs and finds herself questioning the views of those around her. 59598 Pompeii: a Roman girl's diary AD78-79 "Reid, Sue" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103082 5-6 "Claudia lives in Pompeii and begins her diary in August AD 78. She has been to the forum and felt the earth shake. It is a day of portents and omens, and on this same day, she first sees the mysterious slave boy, Aengus. Their paths continue to cross as they live in the shadow of the great volcano, Vesuvius." 3479 Ponkidoodle "McMullin, Neridah & Pocock, Aaron (ill)" Little Steps Publishing 2010 9781921042881 K-2 "At night, Ponkidoodle keeps watch over the family home. He's very friendly and happy, and his antics are hilarious. Nocturnal by nature, Ponkidoodle likes to hang out on top of the roof, underneath the house, in the kitchen and, sometimes, even in the loo. But, despite his comical capers, what Ponkidoodle loves more than anything, is protecting children." Pony tails series "Bryant, Bonnie" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 832 Ponyo "Miyazaki, Hayao" VIZ Media 2009 9781421530659 3-4 "A modern adaptation of the little mermaid's story translated from the Japanese and beautifully illustrated by award winning animation director, Hayao Miyazaki. Sosuke, a young boy, lives high on a cliff overlooking the sea and rescues a little fish he calls Ponyo. Ponyo becomes a real girl and they are firm friends until her sorcerer father forces her to return to the sea. But, Sosuke's heart is pure and true and brave." 23331 Poo bum "Blake, Stephanie" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467974 K-2 Once there was a rabbit who could only say one thing. 7614 Pooka "Chataway, Carol & Rycroft, Nina (ill)" Working Title Press 2012 9781921504372 K-2 "From the moment she's discovered on the doorstep, everyone loves Pooka. She's the best dog ever. Grandad warns the family not to get attached but it's too late for that." 36815 Pookie Aleera is not my boyfriend "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702249280 5-6 "In a country town, the kids in class 6A tell their stories. Mick, school captain and sometimes trouble-maker, wants to make the school a better place, while brother Jacob just wants to fly. Shy Laura hopes to fit in with a circle of friends, while Pete struggles to deal with his grandpa's sudden death. Selina obsesses over class comedian Cameron, while Cameron obsesses over Anzac biscuits and Pookie Aleera - whoever that is." 16218 Pool "D'Ath, Justin" Ford Street Publishing 2007 9781876462512 7-9 "Something odd has happened to the public swimming pool, its claimed to have curative powers. When 16 year old Wolfgang Mulqueen takes a summer job there, he befriends Audrey, a blind girl, who claims she's nocturnal. The discovery of a black butterfly, unknown to science, and an unusual request from Audrey's father change Wolfgang's life forever. Deals with serious issues in a sensitive manner. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 3453 Poor fish "Godwin, Jane" Penguin 2000 9780141306650 K-2 "There's something wrong with Brendan's fish. A story about football, friends and a fish with nine lives." 318 Pop-up machines "Crowther, Robert" Walker Books 1988 9780744507850 5-6 Twenty-eight working pop-up machines feature in this book. 12942 Pope John Paul II: Pope for the people "Burns, Peggy" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780750232487 5-6 "In 1978, Karol Wojtyla from Poland became Pope John Paul II. Through photographs, quotations and a glossary of terms, this book gives an insight into his life." 23004 "Poppa platoon in world war chew, The" "Katz, Danny & Vane, Mitch (ill0" Koala Books 2018 9781742769189 3-4 "Major Poppa, Abbie and her little brother Flynn are on a mission at the Royal Show. They must enter the show-bag pavilion, fight their way through crowds, defeat powerful enemies and get to the other side to buy a chunky choco cherry chew show-bag. Will they make it out of there alive?" 1995 Poppy "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408827628 7-9 "Poppy is fifteen, beautiful and clever but, in 1914, society has already carved out her destiny. She will become a servant at the big house. But, Poppy's life is thrown dramatically off course, through a forbidden love then her decision to tend the wounds of injured soldiers at war. As she experiences the best and very worst of humanity, Poppy will find an unexpected freedom and discover how to be truly her own person." 2398 Poppy cat "Acton, Sara" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743620168 K-2 "Poppy Cat is a copy cat, she likes to do everything I do. But sometimes she is mischievous." Poppy Fields series "Landman, Tanya" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5532 Poppy in the field "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408827635 7-9 "When Poppy learns that the love of her life is marrying someone else, she is devastated and volunteers her nursing skills overseas. But, the journey to Flanders is full of horrors, the hospital's Ward Sister is spiteful and the nurses are unfriendly. The dangers of frontline warfare soon make Poppy forget her own troubles and she finds that comfort for a broken heart can be found in the most unexpected places." 22515 Poppy wash "Brown, Kerry & Pike, Michelle (ill)" ABC Books 2010 9780733325212 K-2 Poppy loves her job of dragon cleaning and one special dragon makes her realise it's not just the cleaning she loves. 21703 Poppy's gift "Kuchling, Guundie" Windy Hollow Books 2006 9781921136924 K-2 "Oswin is a common cricket, far too common for the vain and beautiful poppy, She does not care for his courting. When her fair-weather friends leave her, Oswin is her last remaining admirer." 2495 "Poppy, The" "Plant, Andrew" Ford Street Publishing 2014 9781925000320 5-6 "On Anzac Day 1918, a desperate counter-attack in a French town became one of Australia's greatest victories on World War I. A bond was forged and never forgotten by the town and should never be forgotten by Australians." 1196 Portraits of Celina "Whiting, Sue" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781922077479 7-9 "Following the death of her father, Bayley's family is not coping, with her sister's rebellious behaviour and her brother feeling guilt about his role in the accident. Bayley is trying to keep things together for everyone. Mum decides a move to an old family home in the country is best, where there is the 40 year old unsolved disappearance of Bayley's cousin, who is using Bayley to seek revenge. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2021 Possum and wattle: my big book of Australian words "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2008 9781921272585 K-2 "This book explores the natural, rich landscape of Australia through Bundjalung woman's eyes. The Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal words are printed alongside each vibrant image of flora and fauna. A glossary of Indigenous words such as willy-willy, that are now part of everyday use, are included." 12280 Possum in the house "Jensen, Kiersten & Oliver, Tony (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2000 9780949130020 K-2 "This nameless possum creates havoc, and many sounds, crunch, clatter, rip, rustle, as he races through a house avoiding capture." 3467 Possum magic "Fox, Mem & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 1991 9781862910959 K-2 "Grandma Poss uses bush magic to make Hush invisible but, when Hush wants to see herself again, Grandma can't remember which particular Australian food is needed to reverse the spell." 6453 Postcards from the town that disappeared "Lendis, Celia & John" Forest Eductaion Foundation Inc. Tas 2005 9780958537612 3-4 Describes a way of life in the Tasmanian bush in the early 1900s including the pioneering spirit of the people as well as the basic conditions in which they live. Told through letter extracts and illustrations. 9510 Postie "Warbrick, Sarah" Harcourt Education Australia 1999 9781863916288 3-4 "An exploration of the role of postal workers in our community. Bright, photographic illustrations and simple clear text show the postie performing a range of typical work tasks." 18310 "Postman's dog, The" "Shanahan, Lisa & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741142525 K-2 "Features lovable dogs, a lonely postman and a big-hearted multicultural community." 27464 Potato music "Booth, Christina & Groves, Pete (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781862917880 3-4 "It is wartime and the family is desperately poor. But, they are content because they still have their piano and music. There comes a time when they have to make unpleasant sacrifices but they never give up hope." 9631 "Potato people, The" "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2002 9780670896608 K-2 "Every Friday, Jack spends the day with Grandma. They play, read stories and eat cake. Then, one cold and rainy Friday, they make two little people using potatoes, toothpicks and scraps of fabric." 7459 "Pout-pout fish, The" "Diesen, Deborah & Hanna, Dan (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781742830063 K-2 A fish with a pout-pout face is spreading the dreary-wearies all over the place. We need to turn this fish's frown upside down. 6709 Pow: meet the renewables "Trafford, Caren & Lance, Charlotte (ill)" Etram Pty Ltd 2008 9780958187848 5-6 "A fun look at how renewable energy can help turn around climate change and all the positive ways you can help. The Renewables want to Power Our World and give everyone a bright, clean, energy-efficient, power-filled, pollution-free tomorrow." Power of Five series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3481 Power to burn "Fienberg, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865080918 7-9 "When Roberto arrives in Italy from Australia, he discovers dark family secrets, la magia, the power that is feared and suppressed, a tragic story of love and icy revenge. He and Angelica must stop the curse spreading beyond their family into the world." Practical guide series Various 5-6 "Beautifully illustrated, old-fashioned fantasy books with encyclopaedic information on magical things. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 18673 "Prayer for Blue Delaney, A" "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781865087368 7-9 "In the fifties, Colm McCabe is sent from England to an Australian orphanage. He suffers terribly under the cruel nuns and brothers. His faith shines through as he searches for self and family. Strong language used frequently in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 22318 Precious and the monkeys "McCall Smith, Alexander & McIntosh, Iain (ill)" Polygon 2011 9781846972041 3-4 "Well before Precious Ramotswe founded her famous Number One Ladies Detective Agency, she was already solving mysteries as an eight year old. Here, young Precious finds out just who has been stealing her schoolfriends' snacks and we see how, and why, she became a crafty and intuitive private investigator." 12816 Precious Little "Hunt, Julie & Moss, Sue & Chapman, Gaye (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741751475 3-4 "Precious Little wants to be a trapeze artist but no one in the circus encourages her, apart from Fat Chance and Tough Luck, who run the lucky dip. Precious Little practises her skills but it's only when she takes a risk in the lucky dip that she really takes off." 1463 Prehistoric giants: the megafauna of Australia "Clode, Danielle" Museum Victoria 2009 9780980381320 7-9 "Step back to a time when giant goannas and marsupial lions stalked the Australian bush. Imagine herds of two-tonne animals roaming the plains and flocks of flightless ducks, bigger than emus, striding across the shallow, inland sea. This book reveals an Australia when humans shared the land with giants. " 4851 Prehistoric marine life in Australia's inland sea "Clode, Danielle" Museum Victoria 2015 9781921833168 5-6 "Step back to a time when Australia's red centre was flooded by a vast shallow ocean, the Eromanga Sea. While dinosaurs stalked the scattered islands that made up the Australian continent, giant marine reptiles ruled the waves. Plesiosaurs and ichthyosaurs swam in an inland sea filled with schools of ammonites. Pterosaurs flew overhead and giant carnivorous amphibians lurked in the rivers." 319 "Present takers, The" "Chambers, Aidan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780099991601 5-6 Bullies have spoiled Lucy Hall's birthday and are threatening to ruin her entire year. A gang of aggressive girls has chosen Lucy as their newest target and Lucy is unwilling and unable to defend herself or ask for help. 32786 Press here "Tullet, Herve" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375281 K-2 "Press here. That's right, just press the yellow dot. Now turn the page." 14976 "Preston Campbell edition, The (An Indij sport report)" "Campbell, Preston & McDougall, Wendy (ill)" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686041 5-6 "An insight into the life and family of Preston Campbell, a talented player with the Penrith Panthers rugby league team. Exciting layout contributes to the impact of the text and makes information more accessible." 6642 Pretty Salma "Daly, Niki" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845074982 3-4 "When Granny asks Pretty Salma to go to the market, she warns her not to talk to strangers. But, cunning Mr Dog tricks Salma and, before she knows it, he's wearing her stripy ntama, her pretty white beads and her yellow sandals. And he's on his way to Granny's house. A retelling of a favourite fairy tale." 22779 Previously "Ahlberg, Allan & Ingman, Bruce" Walker Books 2007 9781844280629 5-6 "A fascinating backwards walk through familiar narratives that would appeal to multiple age groups, the read to and the reading. A sound knowledge of fairy stories and nursery rhymes and a willingness to think in new ways are prerequisites for enjoying this book to the full." 67810 Priceless painting pinched "Holper, Paul & Torok, Simon & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2009 9781405037334 5-6 "A suspicious new art teacher starts at Zac and Hannah's school just as the newspaper headlines announce the robbery of a priceless painting. Follow the clues and the red herrings, collect the evidence and check out the suspects to solve the crime of the missing painting." 3492 "Prince and the pauper, The" "Twain, Mark" Dial Books (Penguin) 1999 9780803720992 3-4 "Picture book version of Twain's classic, the fictional account of England's Edward VI and his adventures when he swaps roles with a poor boy." 3494 Prince Cinders "Cole, Babette" Puffin UK 1987 9780140555257 K-2 "Prince Cinders leads a hard life as he spends all his time cleaning up after his three brothers who bully him. One night, his luck changes when a small, dirty fairy falls down the chimney and promises that his wishes will come true." 9275 "Prince in waiting, The" "Christopher, John" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1983 9780003300109 7-9 Luke does not adequately anticipate the future changes to his primitive society. 7750 Prince of Afghanistan "Nowra, Louis" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743314821 7-9 "Black parachutes fall from the sky. Young soldiers and a dog are on a rescue mission in a remote part of Afghanistan. But, the mission ends in chaos. Eighteen year old Corporal Mark Hollis and Prince, the dog, embark on a perilous journey. To get back to base, they must navigate an unforgiving landscape and avoid capture or death at the hands of the Taliban. Mark and Prince must depend on each other to survive. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15446 Prince of butterflies "Coville, Bruce & Clapp, John (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2002 9780152058548 5-6 "A beautiful story about John Farrington, a boy who loved butterflies and grew into a man who saved them." 50768 "Princess and her panther, The" "Orr, Wendy & Stringer, Lauren (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742374246 K-2 "What do you get when you take one brave, big sister, one not-so-brave little sister, a spooky night-time backyard, and heaps of imagination? The most magnificent camp-out ever. The perfect story for chasing away the spooky shadows of the night." 8040 "Princess and the packet of frozen peas, The" "Wilson, Tony & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693362 K-2 "Once upon a time, there was a prince called Henrik who wanted to fall in love and get married. He was an outdoorsy type and he hoped that the princess he married would like hockey and camping. But, it's not easy to find a real princess." 3496 "Princess and the pea, The" "Child, Lauren & Borland, Polly (captured by)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780141500140 3-4 "The tale of a prince, a princess, perfect politeness, pages of love and a peculiarly hard pea. A fairytale of a down-to-earth princess recreated through a mix of artwork and photography." 15200 "Princess and the unicorn, The" "Blaxland, Wendy & Millard, Kerry (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301608 3-4 "The king is ill and only the magic of a unicorn might cure him. No-one believes in unicorns, except Princess Lily. Can she find one? Her two brothers certainly can't. Through Lily's efforts, the whole family is able to resolve some sad emotions." Princess Betony series "Freeman, Pamela & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9244 "Princess bride, The" "Goldman, William" Bloomsbury 1999 9780747545187 5-6 "A classic story of pirates, evil princes, sorcerers and true love." 2727 "Princess diaries, The " "Cabot, Meg" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330482059 7-9 "Mia Thermopokis is not herself any more. According to her dad, she is now Amelia Mignonette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo, Princess of Genovia. Mia so does not want to take princess lessons from grandmere or move to Genovia or, worse still, have anyone find out about this princess thing. Life gets a whole lot more yucky when mum starts dating one of Mia's teachers and everyone else has a date except Mia. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3497 "Princess diaries: take two, The" "Cabot, Meg" MacMillan 2000 9780330482066 7-9 "Nothing is simple for the new princess of Genovia. With her mother dating her Algebra teacher, a secret admirer sending her emails and a bad case of the hots for her friend Lilly's brother, Michael, life as Princess Amelia Mignongette Grimaldi Thermopolis Renaldo can be just as bad as Mia Thermopolis's. Mia might have to sacrifice Michael for someone more appropriate like Prince William, not the biggest sacrifice." 45243 Princess of Egypt: an Egyptian girl's diary 1490 BC "Cross, Vince" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103099 5-6 "Asha, the daughter of King Thutmose, does not want to live the constrained life of privileged, pampered Egyptian women. She loves to train her body and her mind, and resents the power and importance of men. One day, a prophecy foretells that a young woman will prove to be the best man in the Two Kingdoms and Asha is caught up in a world of plots, danger and intrigue." 26143 Princess Parsley "Rushby, Pamela" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742991610 5-6 "Parsley Patterson's first year of high school is not turning out as she had expected. It's not only her name that's the problem. Parsley is targeted by Danielle and her mean group, and bullied about her hippie family and her Possum Creek address. But, just as she decides to keep her head down and try to ignore it all until it blows over, her father's announcement causes the spotlight to rest firmly again on Parsley." 2257 Princess Pigsty "Funke, Cornelia & Meyer, Kerstin(ill), Wright, Chantal (trans)" Chicken House 2007 9781905294329 K-2 "Princess Isabella is so defiant her father, the King, tries to punish her by taking away her princess privileges. But, Princess Isabella discovers she likes doing chores. In the end, her father's love helps Isabella find the right life for her." 45873 "Princess plot, The" "Boie, Kirsten" Chicken House 2009 9781905294541 7-9 "Jenna is excited to be chosen to act in a movie about a princess, amazed when her mother gives her permission to fly off for the filming and confused when she realises she is the spitting image of the missing Princess of Scandia." 9547 Princess Smartypants "Cole, Babette" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780140566888 3-4 "Princess Smartypants does not want to get married. She enjoys being a Ms but, because she's a rich and pretty princess, all the princes want to marry her. She fights to preserve her independence in this hilarious fairy tale." 9948 "Princess who hated it, The" "Klein, Robin & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143303428 3-4 "Princess Althea hates being a princess. She doesn't want to wear formal clothes, wave to crowds and sew tapestries. She wants to have fun and the farm children that she can see from her castle window have much more fun than she does." 27363 Prism "Kellerman, Faye & Aliza" HarperCollins US 2009 9780061905667 7-9 "Nothing is the same for Kaida, Zeke and Joy after the accident. They return to their ordinary lives but the world has ceased to make sense. Perhaps this world, with no hope and no cures, is not their world at all. The nightmare begins. They must rely on their own resourcefulness to identify what the problem is and then how to solve it, or they could be trapped in the nightmare forever. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2356 Prisoner of night and fog "Blankman, Anne" Hachette Children's Books 2014 9781472207845 7-9 "For Gretchen Muller, Hitler is her friendly uncle who has always been there for her and her family since the death of her father. But, as Hitler's hold over Germany strengthens, he will be forever changed in Gretchen's eyes. She will do anything to uncover the truth, with the help of a young Jewish reporter. Contains some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 14667 Prisoners in the palace "MacColl, Michaela" Chronicle Books 2010 9780811873000 7-9 "Sixteen year old Liza expects to make her debut in 1830s London but, when her parents die, she is left penniless and must enter service. She becomes a maid to young Princess Victoria. Liza slowly adjusts to her new life and the temperamental, lonely princess. Liza befriends a young boy and a newspaperman to confront the public slander surrounding the princess. Includes some adult themes and violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12340 Private and confidential "Ripley, Marion & Backhouse, Colin" Frances Lincoln 2003 9780711220973 5-6 "Laura, an English girl, discovers that her Australian pen pal is blind. She decides to learn to use a Braille machine to send him a get-well-soon card. They are soon sending Braille letters to each other, making their letters private and confidential." 15391 Private Peaceful "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins Children's Books 2012 9780007486441 7-9 "On the battlefields of World War 1, young Private Thomas Peaceful looks back over his childhood. His memories of his loving family come vividly alive. But, every moment takes Tommo closer to something he cannot bear to think about. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 9920 Problem pony "Clark, Sherryl & Young, Noela" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302599 5-6 "Beth has always wanted a horse of her own. She is thrilled when she has the chance to look after a pony called Brady. But, Brady is a problem pony who doesn't seem to want to be friends with her." 4935 Probuditi "Van Allsburg, Chris" Houghton Mifflin 2008 9781842707005 5-6 "Calvin and his friends hypnotise Calvin's little sister, Trudy, and make her do lots of silly things. It is only at the last moment, before Mum comes home, that she snaps out of her hypnotic state. " 10948 "Project, The" "Falkner, Brian" Walker Books 2010 9781921529795 5-6 "It all began with a book so boring that nobody would ever read it, the perfect place to hide a terrible secret. Now the book has emerged from its hiding place and the world may never be the same. A prank leads Luke and Tommy into a world of trouble, requiring all their investigative skills to save civilisation from a catastrophic occurrence. World War ll, da Vinci's inventions, and time travel all come into play." 118684 "Promise is a promise, A" "Knister, Tharlet, Eve (ill) & Bishop, Kathryn (trans)" Penguin 2006 9780698400405 K-2 "After a long winter's hibernation, Bruno, the marmot, wakes to discover a beautiful dandelion outside his burrow. The two become friends and play together until summer when the dandelion asks Bruno to trust her even though she wants his help to disappear." 31244 "Promise, The" "Guille, Derek & Kaff-eine (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2012 9780987313966 5-6 "Australian soldier Nelson Ferguson was wounded in battle by poison gas which damaged his eyes and lungs. These injuries were made worse because Nelson was an artist and a cornet player. After he died many years later, Nelson's grandson wanted to ensure Australians remembered what happened to thousands of young soldiers in World War 1." 27421 Promising Azra "Thurloe, Helen" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113278 7-9 "Azra is sixteen, smart and enthusiastic. When she wins a place in a national science competition, Azra thinks her biggest problem will be getting her parents' permission to go. But, she doesn't know that they're busy arranging her marriage to an older cousin she's never met, in Pakistan, in just three months time. Azra's dreams of finishing high school with her friends then studying science are suddenly overshadowed. Her dreams and ambitions do not include marriage." 9137 "Pros and cons of being a frog, The" "deGennaro, Sue " Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742830636 K-2 "Two young friends are trying to find the right animal. This isn't as easy as it sounds, especially when one of them speaks mostly in numbers and the other is a little quirky. And, they're also working out what makes a good friend and how to deal with differences and arguments. Perhaps, you need to read through the pro and cons of being a frog to figure it out." 875 "Protected, The" "Zorn, Claire" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702250194 7-9 "Hannah's world is in pieces and she doesn't need the counsellor to tell her she has issues. With a depressed mum, an injured dad and a dead sister, Hannah should feel terrible but, for the first time, she feels a glimmer of hope. Maybe it's because Josh is taking an interest in her or maybe it runs deeper than that. In a family torn apart by grief and guilt, Hannah's struggle to come to terms with years of torment shows how long old wounds can take to heal. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Protector of the small series "Pierce, Tamora" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9541 Prowlpuss "Wilson, Gina & Parkins, David (ill)" Walker Books 1996 9780744547702 3-4 "Prowlpuss is the story of an old, scarred and tough street cat told in rollicking rhyme with bold pictures. He spends his nights roaming the alleys of the town but eventually encounters an enchanting and unobtainable female feline." 20364 Prudence wants a pet "Daly, Cathleen & King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741699654 3-4 "Prudence really wants a pet. Branch, Twig and Formal Footware just aren't fit to be pets, neither is her brother." 3510 Prue Theroux: the cool librarian "Rubinstein, Gillian & Mackintosh, David (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780091838867 3-4 "Miss Prue, the cool school librarian who is both wacky and patient, is to be replaced by the robotic Mr Boycott who is most unsatisfactory. Infectious text features repetition and rhyme." 6521 Psycho gran "Harris, Christine & Guthridge, Bettina (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733612756 3-4 "Holly's home alone until an old woman wanders into the house. Is the woman ill or is she dangerous? Then, to make things worse, a couple of burglars break in and things are really turned upside down. Holly's family may not turn up in time to rescue her." 12463 Pudding & chips "Matthews, Penny & others" ABC Books 2004 9780733314148 K-2 "Pudding, the goose, is fierce and very noisy. The only animal on the farm who isn't afraid of Pudding is the sheepdog, Chips. When a fox starts visiting the farm, it is Pudding who raises the alarm." 571115 Puddle hunters "Murray, Kirsty & Blair, Karen (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296742 K-2 "When the rain stops, it's time to go puddle hunting. Ruby and Banjo go up the street, through the park, over the bridge and down to the river flats where the puddles lie waiting. Splosh it, Ruby! Splosh it, Banjo!" 28885 Puffin Peter "Horacek, Petr" Walker Books 2011 9781406324600 K-2 "Peter and Paul are the best of friends but, when Peter gets lost in a terrible storm, he can't find his mate anywhere. With the help of a big blue whale, Puffin Peter sets off to find Paul. They find all kinds of birds that match Peter's description but none of them are quite like Paul. " 5399 Puffling "Wild, Margaret & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862915985 K-2 "Baby puffin is safe and warm in the burrow but longs to make his way in the world. He knows that he can leave the burrow when he is strong enough, tall enough and brave enough to go. He knows that when he goes both scary and good experiences await." 10689 Puggle "Hoy, Catriona & Plant, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2011 9781921504228 K-2 "When Puggle the baby echidna is found in mother's pouch on the side of the road, he is taken to a tall house on a hill to live with lots other rescued animals who need help to get back into the wild. Little by little, Puggle thrives and grows, until the day comes when he is old enough to look after himself." 11682 Puggle's problem "Darlison, Aleesah & Temple, Sandra (ill)" Wombat Books 2010 9781921633072 K-2 Pipp is a tiny puggle with a big problem. He's the only echidna without spines. Determined to have them. Pipp sets out to ask friends for advice. 5628 Pugs don't wear pyjamas "Worthington, Michelle & Johansson, Cecilia (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594034 K-2 "When Tom visits his Aunt, he meets her pug Ellie. Ellie is no ordinary pug. Wherever Tom and his aunt go, Ellie must go too. His aunt dresses Ellie up for their outings. Tom finds Ellie strange, but she makes friends everywhere she goes. Tom makes no friends. He realises something has to change." 6031 "Pumpkin eater from Pondicherry, The" "Atherton, Bruce & Redlich, Ben (ill)" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410238 3-4 "One night, a young boy encounters a nasty looking creature which is determined to consume grandad's vegie patch. Our hero tricks the creature into eating a habanera chilli with hilariously effective results." 12187 Pumpkin soup "Cooper, Helen" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780385604932 K-2 "Cat, Duck and Squirrel live in an old white cabin with a pumpkin patch in the garden. Every day, Cat slices up some pumpkin, Squirrel stirs in some water and Duck tips in some salt to make the perfect pumpkin soup. Then, one day, things change." 3464 Punchlines "Phommavanh, Oliver" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143306511 7-9 "Johnny has seen his childhood bestie turn into an attractive teenage girl that he now wants to turn into his girlfriend. How can he get her to see through the boy she is going out with, turn to Johnny and come to take him seriously. He will use all his comedic wit and romance her with entertainment." 15528 "Punjabi pappadum, The" "Newton, Robert" University of Queensland Press 2003 9780702233630 5-6 "The legendary, mouthwatering Punjabi Pappadum is doing it tough against the flashy new Burger Barn. There's something sinister going on and it's down to best mates Veejay, Dexter and Travis to get to the bottom of it." 9996 Pup "Heffernan, John" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781876289652 7-9 "Against a background of domestic violence and animal cruelty, the strong friendship between a boy and a dog provides a positive outcome for the characters in the story." 47005 Pup on the pitch "Smiley, Sophie & Foreman, Michael (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708835 3-4 "Bobby's football team has a dog mascot and he wants a real one to call his own. He dreams of a cuddly puppy that will join him as defender on the pitch. But, when a dog arrives next door, Bobby's love of dogs turns to terror." Pup patrol series Various 3-4 "I am a border collie and my name is Stamp. Join James and me on our Pup Patrol adventures. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22913 "Puppet show, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143301776 3-4 "Becky can't wait to put on her puppet show but her little brother isn't quite so sure. But, Becky has even thought of a surprise ending." 8340 Pure chance "Rubinstein, Gillian" Walker Books 2004 9780744524000 5-6 "It's Lizzie's dream to have her own horse. Her family seems to have just enough money for everyone else, except Lizzie." 24261 Pureheart "Golds, Cassandra" Penguin Books Australia 2013 9780143204275 7-9 "When her grandmother dies, Deirdre is left alone in a crumbling block of flats. Looking out the window one misty night, she sees a boy who seems familiar. Together, he and Deirdre must discover the secret of the old building, before it collapses and the secret is lost forever." 9031 "Purinina, a devil's tale" "Booth, Christina" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409942 3-4 "Purinina, the Tasmanian devil, experiences the joys and sadness of life. But it is hard to survive when you are left without a mum." 75497 Purr: Talk to the pet animals "Lester, Alison" ABC Books 2007 9780733318443 K-2 "Through rhymes, see what the dog, mouse, fish and other pets are doing. You can help with the noises they make." 14998 Puss in boots "Light, Steve (retell)" Harry N Abrams Inc 2002 9780810943681 K-2 A retelling of the classic tale of an enterprising cat who wins riches and fame for her poor master. 2176 Pyro Watson and the hidden treasure "Hilton, Nette & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664164 5-6 "Pyro Watson loves pirates, treasure and maps. When he is stranded with his Aunt Mor in her caravan on the beach with her latest beau, Pyro calls on Simeon the pirate to pass the time. When Pyro meets another boy, Min, life at the holiday camp becomes more interesting and then dangerous when the local bullies claim territorial rights to the beach." 67463 Python "Cheng, Christopher & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2012 9781921529603 K-2 "This book is a 'slice of life' following a python living in an Australian forest. Be with her as she wakes up at first light, hunts for birds and rodents, sheds her skin and guards over her first clutch of eggs until they hatch." 15106 Quacky quack-quack "Whybrow, Ian & Ayto, Russell (ill)" Walker Books 2003 9780744594607 K-2 "All the animals make a terrible row when the baby won't feed the ducks. Full of wonderful sounds, this book is great for reading aloud." 9393 "Quangle Wangle's hat, The" "Lear, Edward & Oxenbury, Helen (ill)" Egmont Childrens 1994 9780749713362 3-4 "The Quangle Wangle Quee is a tree-dwelling creature obscured by an enormous hat. He is lonely, but not for long. One animal after another sees the hat as a possible home in this classic poem." 85212 Queasy rider "Roy, James" Walker Books 2008 9781921150579 5-6 "Thicky convinces his mate, Noddy, to help him drag a wreck of a bike, they have discovered in the weeds, back to his place. With Shirley's uninvited help, they hatch a novel plan to make money for the three of them but it may backfire." 62322 Queen Alice's palaces "MacIver, Juliette & Masciullo, Lucia (ill)" ABC Books 2013 9780733331022 3-4 "Queen Alice has the finest palace, so good that Sir Hugh tries to trick her into creating a masterpiece just for him." 15343 "Queen Elizabeth II, monarch of our times" "Barton-Wood, Sara" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2002 9780750238861 5-6 "Elizabeth II came to the throne in 1953. This is the story of her life before and during that reign. In magazine layout, the book provides interesting and historical information." 15344 "Queen Mother, grandmother of a nation, The" "Wood, Richard & Sara" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780750232470 5-6 "The Queen Mum, as she was affectionately known, led an exciting and glamorous life that was changed forever when her husband unexpectedly became King shortly before World War II. Despite his death in 1952, she was rarely out of the spotlight." 19711 "Queen of France, The" "Wadham, Tim & MacDonald Denton, Kady (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406331691 3-4 "Rose wakes up one morning feeling royal, so she dons her necklaces, bracelets and crown. The Queen of France emerges to survey her domain, disapproving of Rose's mother's thorny gardening choices and asking Rose's father where the Royal Physician may be found to fix her cut finger. When Rose returns to look for the Queen of France, she's nowhere to be seen." 13032 Queen of hearts "Oakes, Colleen" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2016 9780008175399 7-9 "This is not a story of happily ever after. Beneath each smile lies a secret, and Alice has not tumbled down the rabbit hole into Wonderland. Not yet... Princess Dinah will one day become the Queen of Hearts. She longs for her father's approval and a future with the boy she loves. But when betrayal breaks her heart and threatens her throne, she is launched into danger. Dinah must stay one step ahead of her enemies or she'll lose not just the crown - it will be off with her head. " 3533 Queen of the universe "Gleeson, Libby & Cox, David (ill)" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913141 K-2 "Everyone in the family is helping Gina with lines, costume and props for her role as Queen of the Universe in the school play. Gina is set to be a star but then she gets chickenpox, the problem will be finding someone to take the starring role." 44437 Queen Victoria's Christmas "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2012 9780732293574 3-4 There's a mystery in the palace. What can it be? There are lots of spicy smells... and a large green tree! Join Queen Victoria's dogs as they discover the magic of Christmas in this hilarious new royal adventure. 64098 Queen Victoria's underpants "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732288228 3-4 Queen Victoria owned many palaces and many jewels but what she didn't have were underpants. A message advising that the Queen wants underpants was delivered to a dressmaker. She and her family explored the options of what type of underpants the Queen wanted and what they would be useful for. 15345 "Queen's cubby, The" "Caisley, Raewyn & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406644 3-4 "Elizabeth loves living high up in her block of flats. She feels like she's living in a castle where she knows all her neighbours. Then, mum and dad announce that they are going to live in the country." 4100 "Queen's handbag, The" "Antony, Steve" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2015 9781444925524 K-2 "A naughty swan steals the Queen's handbag and, naturally, she races after it. Using various modes of transport, the Queen follows it around the United Kingdom, taking in famous sights and landmarks along the way. This chase includes the Queen's butler and an awful lot of police officers." 4461 "Queen's hat, The" "Antony, Steve" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2014 9781444919141 K-2 "A sudden gust of wind sets off a marvellous London adventure for the Queen, the Queen's men and one very special hat. Follow one determined, daredevil Queen through the zoo, over Tower Bridge and up Big Ben. Find out where that hat lands." 3536 Queenie the bantam "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 1999 9780744563283 K-2 "An adventurous little chicken's entanglement with a thoroughly modern and, at times, quirky family." 113915 Queenie: one elephant's story "Fenton, Corinne & Gouldthorpe, Peter (ill)" Black Dog Books 2006 9781876372972 3-4 "Up to the 1950s, a highlight of visiting a Sydney or Melbourne zoo was a ride on the elephants. This book is about Queenie, the joy she provided until her unfortunate end." Quentaris chronicles series Various 7-9 "Full of magic, mystery and adventure, each book explores Quentaris and its perils, triumph, quests, heroes and villains. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 20413 Quest "Becker, Aaron" Walker Books 2014 9781406357660 K-2 "Entering a magical fantasy world, using her red crayon and finding two new companions has provided colour to the girl's otherwise drab existence. Now, when the children are presented with a puzzling map by a king pursued by soldiers, they take up the challenge. They must travel through mystical places and gather coloured crayons to save the king. A wordless picture book, the sequel to Journey." Quest of the sunfish series NEW 2019 "McConnochie, Mardi" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9247 Quetta "Crew, Gary" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734402400 7-9 An emotionally charged picture book based on the facts surrounding the shipwreck of the Quetta in Torres Strait in 1890. 482 "Quicksand pony, The" "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781863739313 5-6 "The lives of two children are brought together when Bella, Biddy's pony, is trapped in quicksand in the Australian outback." 4560 "Quiet woman and the noisy dog, The" "Eves, Sue & Busby, Ailie (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708293 K-2 In a quiet house in a noisy town lived a quiet woman and a noisy dog. On the other side of the noisy town lived a noisy woman with her quiet dog. Join in the fun and find out what happens when the women meet by accident in the park and the two dogs get muddled up. 57876 Quillblade "Chandler, Ben" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719789 7-9 "Twins, Lenis and Missy, are slaves aboard the powerful airship, the Hiryu. Relentlessly pursued, they fly over the perilous Wasteland, where corrupted Demons lie in wait. When Lenis dreams of Apsilla, the Blue Dragon of the East, the airship captain decides to help the twins find Apsilla's daughter. The survival of the last Totem may be their only hope, if they find the dragon's egg in time." 69142 Quincy and Oscar "Millard, Kerry" ABC Books 2006 9780733317255 K-2 "Oscar and his dog, Quincy, move house and both are lonely without new friends. Oscar decides to take Quincy to school with him. Eventually, thanks to Quincy's outgoing nature, they break down the barriers and begin to make friends." 3547 Quinkin mountain "Trezise, Percy" HarperCollins Australia 1997 9780207189180 3-4 "A contemporary Dreaming story about the spirit world. The friendliest Quinkins are tall, thin Timaras. They protect children in danger, especially when they are in danger from the mean Timaras, the bouncing Imjins." 3538 Quirky tails "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1995 9780140371017 5-6 A collection of humorous short stories of unexpected phenomena with a twist. Quizzical series "Davidson, Leanne" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9487 Rabbit "Head, Honor & Burton, Jane (phot)" Belitha Press 2000 9781841383576 3-4 "Looking after a pet helps children to understand caring for others. Children can find out how to choose and look after a pet rabbit, information about different breeds of rabbit and the animal's life cycle, from birth to adulthood." 3014 "Rabbit and the shadow, The" "Rutten, Melanie & Ardizzone, Sarah (trans)" Book Island 2014 9780994109804 3-4 "Enter the wonderful world of a curious cast. The Rabbit who wants to grow up, the anxious Stag, the Soldier at war, the Cat and his recurring dream, the Book that wants to know everything, and the Shadow. Find out how they grow up, learn to live together and deal with their fears." 55297 Rabbit cooks up a cunning plan "Fusek Peters, Andrew & Robert, Bruno (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2007 9781846430978 K-2 "In this North American folk tale, all the animals in the forest are tired of Lion throwing his weight around. They must work out how to escape being caught and eaten by him." 13935 "Rabbit problem, The" "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2009 9780230704237 K-2 "One January day, Lonely Rabbit of Fibonacci's Field sends out an invitation for other rabbits to join her. Two cold bunnies, Lonely and Chalk, snuggle up together and, by March, there's a pair of baby rabbits. By May, there are five pairs, by July thirteen pairs and come October, there are fifty-five. In the field, a large notice forbids rabbits to leave so problems of overcrowding, food shortages and boredom begin to occur." 3182 "Rabbit-hole golf course, The" "Mulvey, Ella & Briggs, Karen (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781925266290 K-2 "In the big old ute, on the long red road, in the desert of my home, we all set off for the rabbit-hole golf course. It's the best place around here to find rabbits. We sit by the holes, we dig, we wait...Where are all the rabbits?" 320 "Rabbits, The" "Marsden, John & Tan, Shaun (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734402219 7-9 A sophisticated picture book depicting the invasion and multiplying of the rabbits. The threat that this poses is symbolic of the coming of white civilisation to Australia. 30997 Rabbityness "Empson, Jo" Child's Play International Ltd 2012 9781846434822 K-2 "This is the story of a very special rabbit. He enjoys doing rabbity things but he also loves un-rabbity things. When Rabbit suddenly disappears, no one knows where he has gone. But as it turns out, Rabbit has left behind some very special gifts for them, to help them discover their own unrabbity talents." 12216 Race day "Grant, Gwen & Layton, Neal (ill)" Orchard Books 2001 9781841217178 K-2 "A refreshing story of kindness, cooperation, persistence and courage. Diesel Dumptruck, Supersonic Sporty and their friends are off and running on a crazy race day. Little Red Bubble Car is one who will try his hardest to win." 52056 "Race for the Chinese Zodiac, The" "Wang, Gabrielle & Rippin, Sally (ill) & Abos, Regine (ill)" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031231 3-4 "The Jade Emperor has declared a great race. The first animals to cross the river will win a place in the Chinese Zodiac. But, there are only twelve places to be won and thirteen animals line up along the shore." 30334 Race to the finish "Blathwayt, Benedict" Red Fox 2009 9780099495178 K-2 "The nasty Swish Train drivers have challenged Duffy and Jack to a race and the winner gets to keep the Little Red Train's very last route. When the flag goes down, the Swish Train speeds straight out of sight, but there's worse to come. There's oil on the tracks, sheep on the line and someone has switched the points." 3558 Race to the pole "Hooper, Meredith" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340785058 7-9 "An exciting retelling for younger readers of the desperate Antarctic bids, by Shackleton, Scott and Amundsen, to be first to the South Pole." 3557 "Race, The" "Mattingley, Christobel & Spudvilas, Anne" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863882255 3-4 Greg encounters many problems because his impaired sense of hearing can prevent him from succeeding at certain tasks that require being able to hear well. 7877 "Race, The" "Repchuk, Caroline & Jay, Alison" Hardie Grant Egmont 2006 9781921098079 3-4 The traditional fable of the tortoise and the hare is given a modern twist with a race across the world. Told in rhyme with interesting illustration technique. 13281 Racing the moon "Morgan, Michelle" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743316351 7-9 "In 1930s Glebe, Joe Riley has to be creative to make pocket money. He's watched his dad keep ahead of the law and he's sure that he can too. When his parents send him to a Catholic boarding school, Joe is homesick and lonely. He meets the darker side of human nature and is at odds with the school, especially Brother Felix. Expelled, Joe is sent to a reform school where life is tough. But, through working the land, Joe eventually finds inner strength, peace and true freedom. Mature themes. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 62878 Racing the tide "Lester, Alison & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741148886 3-4 "Bonnie and Sam have a great summer adventure with the horses, mustering sheep for Bon's Aunty and Uncle along the coast. They unexpectedly find themselves caught up with some poachers who are illegally fishing abalone in Whale Bay." 13103 Radio Boy "O'Connell, Christian & Biddulph, Rob (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008183325 5-6 "When Spike gets fired from hospital radio, he decides to launch his own show from a makeshift studio in his dad's shed, under the secret identity of Radio Boy. Spike quickly becomes an underground hit. But will he handle his newfound fame well? Is calling a homework strike a good idea? Will he impress Katherine Hamilton, the girl he wants to marry? Can he keep his identity a secret? The answers to these questions are inside this book. (SPOILER ALERT: mostly the answers are 'no'.)" 10144 Radio rescue "Jolly, Jane & Ingpen, Robert (ill)" National Library of Australia 2016 9780642278784 K-2 "Jim and his family live happily on their remote outback station. Yet, sometimes Jim feels lonely. His Dad enjoys droving and shearing but, sometimes, he wishes he could chat to a mate. Jim's Mum is always busy with the accounts but she sometimes worries about being so far away from everything. When a strange new radio with pedals arrives, Jim is excited, and Mum and Dad can now send messages to their neighbours. Then, something happens and only Jim can save his dad." 321 "Railway children, The" "Nesbit, Edith" Puffin Australia 2010 9780141321608 5-6 "A middle class family, living in London at the end of the eighteenth century, falls on hard times when their father unexpectedly goes away. They move to a simple cottage in the country where they befriend the local railway porter who goes by the name of Perks. The children have exciting adventures around the railway but the mystery about their father remains." 69396 Rain "Stojic, Manya" Pavilion 2015 9781843653059 K-2 "The porcupine smells rain in the air. The zebra sees the lightning. Baboons hear thunder while the rhino feels the first drops. For a time, the grasslands abound with new green leaves, juicy fruits and fresh pools of water." 3999 Rain "Usher, Sam" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2016 9781760405243 K-2 "It's pelting down and one little boy can't wait to get outside. His grandad has other ideas...but when at last they leave the house, an amazing adventure awaits." 5410 Rain fall "West, Ella" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296834 7-9 "A missing neighbour, a mysterious boy, a murder? Fifteen year old Annie is off to her basketball game in her sleepy New Zealand town when she sees a raincoat floating down the river. This starts a chain of events that will rock Annie's world. Police want to investigate her neighbour for murder, but before they can, he blows up his own house and goes on the run. Strangers come to town, including a dark-haired cowboy with the most amazing horse Annie has ever seen. As her world begins to crumble around her, Annie sets out to uncover the secret that could rip her small community apart." 9322 Rain May and Captain Daniel "Bateson, Catherine" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702233371 5-6 "Rain May and her mum escape their old inner-city life for a dream house in the country. There are more than a few surprises in store like discovering a platypus or the fun of befriending eleven year old, Captain Daniel, who lives next door." 322 Rain stones "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 1992 9780207171246 7-9 A collection of five inspiring and thought-provoking stories. Two stories have a fantasy theme and the others have a more conventional approach. 52892 "Rain train, The" "De Roo, Elena & Lovelock, Brian" Walker Books 2010 9781921529146 K-2 "All aboard the rain train, through the storm, with clackety-clack and a ratter-tat-tat." 10181 "Rainbirds, The" "Metzenthen, David & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Lothian Books 2006 9780734408860 K-2 Gleeson looks up into the mountains and admires the rainbirds he sees there. He is told that they will fly down to the city when it becomes cold in their mountain home. He eagerly awaits their arrival. 20795 Rainbow bird "Cavouras, Czenya" Wakefield Press 2007 9781862547735 5-6 "An unseen, unnamed narrator takes us on a journey through fear, uncertainty and despair to hope. The book was created by a fourteen year old girl, whose inspiration came from conversations with her grandfather about his trips to Port Augusta's detention centre for refugees and asylum seekers. " 12499 Rainbow fish and the big blue whale "Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans.)" North South Books 1998 9780735810099 K-2 "A big, blue whale loves watching the sparkling fish at play but, because of his size, the little fish are suspicious and think he is planning something bad. The whale, hurt and angry, lashes out at the fish. Rainbow fish must save them." 12232 Rainbow fish and the sea monster's cave "Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans.)" North South Books 2001 9780735815360 K-2 "In order to find healing algae for the ailing bumpy-backed fish, Rainbow fish volunteers to brave the dreaded Sea Monster's Cave." 11479 Rainbow fish to the rescue "Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison" Pan Asia Publications 1992 9781572270404 K-2 "Rainbow fish's friends want to ignore the new striped fish in their midst. Rainbow fish feels a little ashamed, remembering what it feels like to have no friends. So, when a shark appears, it's Rainbow fish who leads the rescue mission." 9941 "Rainbow fish, The" "Pfister, Marcus & James, J. Alison (trans)" North South Books 1995 9781558584419 K-2 The Rainbow fish is so proud of his beautiful decoration that it blinds him to the beauty others hold inside. 17166 Rainbow jackets "Forrestal, Elaine" Fremantle Press 2003 9781920731670 3-4 "Five short stories showing the humour in everyday situations included are stories about bubbles, pet flies, cranky umbrellas and crazy kitchens." 3572 Rainbow serpent "Roughsey, Dick" Collins 1985 9780006614715 K-2 "In the Dreamtime, there were no animals, birds, trees, hills or mountains. When the great Rainbow Serpent stirred and set off to look for his tribe, he changed the shape of the country and the lives of the people." 9376 "Rainbow, The" "Crew, Gary & Rogers, Gregory" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401755 3-4 "A nostalgic Australian story of friendship. This is a gentle tale of a girl, her brother and his best mate, who build a boat to sail down the creek one Sunday." 323 Rainforests of Australia "Churchett, Graham" Jacaranda 1992 9780710630391 5-6 Colourful photographs highlight this book about the ecology of Australian rainforests. 15393 "Rainy day, The" "Milbourne, Anna & Gill, Sarah (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746052129 K-2 Happy kids play in rain showers and picnic on fine afternoons. Factual descriptions of weather. 9527 Raised by Frank "O'Neill, Dave & Morris, Kiran (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403575 3-4 "Frank was a busy cat. After all, he had two kids to raise. You see their parents went away, thinking their Aunt was looking after the children, but their Aunt thought their Uncle was. Poor Frank." 11413 Ramadan moon "Robert, Na'ima B & Adl, Shirin (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847802064 3-4 Follow Ramadan from one new moon to the next. 324 Ramona the pest "Cleary, Beverly" Oxford University Press 2000 9780192750976 5-6 Ramona can't understand how she upsets people when she really doesn't mean to be a pest. Ramose series "Wilkinson, Carole" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 5925 Randall's wall "Fenner, Carol" Aladdin Publishing 2000 9780689835582 5-6 "Randall has found that by building an invisible wall he can protect himself from the judgements of his classmates and his many problems at home. Inside his wall, he can dream and forget about his real life. Living in a house with no running water means Randall can't bathe so he is teased for smelling. One day, Randall makes a friend and slowly, frighteningly, his wall begins to crumble." Ranger in Danger series "Willmore, Sean & Reynolds, Alison" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Ranger's apprentice series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5054 Rania: this is the book of you "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781742990118 5-6 "The ghost girl has messages just for Rania, if only she could work out what they mean. Rania works hard at school, has great friends and is happy with her life. Rania is delighted when her favourite cousin joins her at school but now Andrea seems to be competing with her. There is so much going on that Rania struggles to know just what to do first." 2324 Raps 4 big fullas "Ross, Monkey Mark" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686027 7-9 Raps and chants that are written by Indigenous Australians and use Aboriginal English will appeal to Aboriginal children. 71498 Raps 4 little fullas "Ross, Monkey Mark" Indij Readers 2004 9780975686010 5-6 "Raps and chants of appeal to Aboriginal children, written by Indigenous Australians." 12521 "Rapunzel dilemma, The" "Kloester, Jennifer" Penguin 2014 9780143571087 7-9 "Lily's had a charmed life and is off to London to pursue her dream of becoming a great actor. But, Lily finds that things don't always go her way at the London Drama Academy. Lily's got a secret that she's not sure how to handle. A room in one of the deserted towers makes a perfect refuge but Lily can't stay locked away forever. When she meets the mysterious Ronan Carver, everything starts to change." 25185 Rapunzel's revenge "Hale, Shannon & Dean & Hale, Nathan (ill)" Bloomsbury 2008 9780747587439 5-6 "A fun reworking of the Rapunzel fairy tale that boasts a strong-willed, plucky heroine in an Old West setting. Expect oodles of hair-braid-lassoing as Punzie takes on the bad dudes and even finds the time to fall in love. Graphic novel." 5301 "Rat in a stripy sock, A" "Watts, Frances & Francis, David (ill)" ABC Books 2010 9780733326615 3-4 Rat finds happiness in an unexpected place and explores how he can share it with his friends. 46252 Ratburger "Walliams, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007453535 5-6 "Things are not looking good for Zoe. Her stepmother, Sheila, is so lazy, she gets Zoe to pick her nose for her. The school bully, Tina Trotts, makes her life a miser, mainly by flobbing on her head. And, now, the evil Burt from Burt's Burgers is after her pet rat. I wonder what he wants it for." 5921 "Ratcatcher's daughter, The" "Rushby, Pamela" HarperCollins Australia 2014 9780732297138 7-9 "In 1900, thirteen year old Issy McKelvie reluctantly leaves school to start her first job in an undertakers. She hates it but there's worse to come. Issy becomes an unwilling rat-catcher when the plague, the Black Death, arrives in Australia. She loathes the rats and her father's four yappy, snappy, hyperactive rat-killing terriers. But, when her dad becomes ill, Issy must join the battle to rid the city of the plague-carrying rats." 9489 Rats and mice "Head, Honor & Burton, Jane (phot)" Belitha Press 2003 9781841383583 3-4 "Aspects of small pet care including sensible advice, health warnings and descriptions of the breeding behaviour and social needs of rats and mice." Rats of NIMH series Various 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 9337 "Rats of Wolfe Island, The" "Horsfield, Alan" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734404411 7-9 "In this eerie mystery, Eddie Haite becomes involved in monitoring the behaviour of radiation-affected rats on a remote tropical South Pacific island. Their roles appear reversed and the man who runs the lab seems to be going slowly mad." 3594 Rattler's place "Wrightson, Patricia" Puffin Australia 1998 9780140387124 3-4 "Guy and family have moved house but his favourite skateboard, toys and even Digby, the dog, have not yet arrived, delayed on the way by a flood. However, there is still so much to explore in this new location." 2133 Ratwhiskers and me "Marwood, Lorraine" Walker Books 2008 9781921150395 7-9 "A prose-verse novel, set amidst the chaos and brutality of the Victorian goldfields in the 1800s. The narrator, traumatised by a fire in which her family died, and her mangy dog, Ratwhiskers, are befriended by a Chinese boy. Posing as a boy, she flees to the Chinese camp, pretending to be Chinese and taking a new name." Raven Lucas series "Harris, Christine" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 47146 Raven's mountain "Orr, Wendy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742374659 5-6 "Raven's mother remarries and her new stepfather decides to take Raven and her older sister camping. They go to the mountain of his childhood and Raven is the first to climb to the peak. It's here that things go terribly wrong. The rock under Raven's feet cracks and she falls, crashing down over the edge of the cliff. When she finally comes to, no one answers Raven's calls." 18537 Ray's Olympics "Gleeson, Libby & Cox, David (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944438 3-4 "At school, Ray is bullied by the Leary brothers. He now has to find a way into the Olympics before they make mincemeat of him. The story is set in the period of the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games." 812 Raymie Nightingale "DiCamillo, Kate" Walker Books 2016 9781406363135 5-6 "When her father abandons the family, young Raymie Clarke hatches a plan. To gain her dad's approval and immediate return, she'll enter and win the Little Miss Central Florida Tyre competition. Raymie must do good deeds and learn to twirl a baton. She must also contend with the frequently fainting Louisiana and the fiery Beverley. As the competition approaches, loneliness, loss and unanswerable questions draw them into an unlikely friendship, and challenge each girl to come to the rescue in unexpected ways." 4484 Raymond "Le Bec, Yann & Le Bec, Gwendel (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406362428 3-4 "This is the story of Raymond. An ordinary dog who, for a while, led an extraordinary life." 10060 Reach for the stars and other advice for life's journey "Bloch, Serge" Koala Books 2010 9780864619730 3-4 "You've got your whole life ahead of you. The road may be bumpy but, at the end of the day, you'll see the light and you might just find yourself on top of the world." 1153 "Reaching out, messages of hope" "Kennedy, Mariah (ed)" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9780733331923 7-9 "Children around the world have very different experiences of family and potential. Through poems, illustrations, novel excerpts and short stories 28 of the very best children's authors convey the obstacles that many face and strive to overcome with varying levels of success. Conceived and edited by a fifteen year old Australian school girl, this book demonstrates the power of the individual in making a difference. " 12676 "Ready, steady, grow" "Lock, Deborah (ed)" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781740337717 3-4 "From sowing to harvesting, you can grow all kinds of plants, fruits and vegetables, from tasty tomatoes to pet-friendly plants. You don't even need a garden." 32282 "Ready, steady, hatch!" "Long, Ben & Cornish, David (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2017 9781925272536 K-2 "Ten chicks are excited to discover the world outside their eggshells, but the smallest is soon separated from the rest. Where can she be? " 40661 "Really nearly deadly canoe ride, The" "Metzenthen, David" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304548 5-6 "Shiny-boy Diamond and his mate, Pod, have been given an old Canadian canoe, the Wolverine. They decide to canoe from Sockby all the way down to the sea but didn't count on revolting rubbish traps, killer rapids, freaky whirlpools and a container ship ten storeys high." 499 "Really really epic mini-bike ride, The" "Metzenthen, David" Penguin 2006 9780143301219 5-6 "Pete 'Pod' Podlewski with the bad haircut and his mate, 'Shiny-Boy' Diamond from the wrong side of the tracks, ride their illegal mini-bikes to the end of the disused railway line in search of adventure and girls. Some strong language in context." 12393 "Really really high diving tower, The" "Metzenthen, David" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300434 5-6 "Shiny boy and Pod, spend a lot of time at the pool talking, dreaming, making funny remarks to each other about other people who use the pool and trying to impress girls. They often get into trouble with the pool boss for doing silly things." 46080 "Really short history of nearly everything, A" "Bryson, Bill" Doubleday 2008 9780385614801 7-9 "An entertaining and accessible look at the how and who of scientific discovery; the wonder and mysteries of time and space; the frequently bizarre and often obsessive scientists and the methods they used; the crackpot theories which held sway and the extraordinary, accidental discoveries which advanced whole areas of science." 35091 Rebel "Tintera, Amy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743316702 7-9 "When she died and came back as a Reboot, Wren 178 thought she'd left her human side behind. Then, Callum 22 came along and changed everything. Now, they have both escaped the Human Advancement and Repopulation Corporation, ready to start a peaceful life. But, Micah 163, who runs the reservation, has darker plans to wipe out the humans. All of them. Some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1402 Reboot "Tintera, Amy" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315507 7-9 "After she was shot dead, Wren Connolly came back to life in 178 minutes as a Reboot, stronger, faster, able to heal and less emotional. The longer Reboots are dead, the less human they are on return. Wren 178 is the deadliest Reboot around. Callum 22 is slow and pesky but he makes Wren feel alive. When ordered to eliminate Callum, Wren risks her life to save him. Some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6869 Reckless "Funke, Cornelia" Chicken House 2010 9781905294855 7-9 "The love of an older brother and a girlfriend must be strong enough to overcome terrifying obstacles or Will is lost to them forever. This is Jacob's story, he is familiar with this treacherous, violent land full of intrigue, power-lust, violence, cruelty, fear, dangerous liaisons and dark secrets. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Reconciliation - for older students series Various 7-9 "Promotes an appreciation of indigenous culture and the process of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians.Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Reconciliation - for younger students series Various 3-4 "Promotes an appreciation of indigenous culture and the process of reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Reconciliation in Australia seeries Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6548 Red "Gleeson, Libby" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781741758535 5-6 "Red can't remember the cyclone, doesn't remember her name, where she lived or who her parents are. Is there anyone left in Sydney she can trust to help her discover who she is and why she needs to get to Melbourne so urgently." 3613 "Red balloon, The" "Lamorisse, Albert" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 1956 9780385142977 K-2 "A classic story of Pascal, an only child who is lonely. When he finds a red balloon with a mind of its own, Pascal's life changes." 32301 "Red boat, The" "Cumming, Hannah" Child's Play International Ltd 2012 9781846434815 K-2 "Posy feels lonely in her new home. She doesn't know anyone and worries about making new friends. Luckily, her dog George is around to keep her company, and they spend many hours playing in a mysterious red boat they find in the garden. One night, Posy can't sleep, so she and George go down to the garden, and that's when the magic begins..." 22570 "Red book, The" "Stanton, Matt & Stanton, Beck" ABC Books 2017 9780733334856 K-2 "Okay, Bigwig. We have a challenge for you. It's your job to convince the nearest kid that everything in this book is actually red. And we mean everything. It will not be easy! They'll try to persuade you that things are not as red as you say, but you will have to stay strong!" 10349 "Red bridge, The" "Dunstan, Kylie " Windy Hollow Books 2011 9781921136726 K-2 "Claire and her family have moved from Australia to Vietnam. She feels lost and lonely in the busy, bustling streets of Hanoi, until she finds the red bridge and a new friend to show her the way." 46001 "Red camel, The" "Murray, Kirsty & Culkin-Lawrence, Teresa (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2008 9781876944698 3-4 "This story is set in central Australia at the turn of the twentieth century. Ruby doesn't like working for the Wilsons. She wants to go back to Alice Springs to live with her mum and wonders if Idris, the Afghan boy who works with the camels, will help her to return home." 5912 "Red feather, The" "Kitchin, Ben & Swan, Owen (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2015 9780957988439 K-2 "Claude finds a beautiful, red feather at the beach. His three friends also want the feather and, one by one, each person trades the feather for something else." 70369 Red haze: Australians and New Zealanders in Vietnam "Davidson, Leon" Black Dog Books 2006 9781876372958 7-9 "A balanced view of the Vietnam War is presented but it does not tell the whole story, nor does it pretend to. For mature students, the book has evocative and harrowing descriptions of war, the role of the allied soldiers and the tactics of the Vietcong. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 54719 "Red necklace, The" "Gardner, Sally" Orion 2008 9781842556344 7-9 "Yann Margoza, a gypsy boy with supernatural gifts, raised by a dwarf, Tetu, is pursued by the sinister, truly-evil Count Kalliovski who holds half the French aristocracy in his power. Yann meets Sidonie, the unloved daughter of the Marquis of Villeduval. Suddenly, all their lives, present, past and future are intertwined against the momentum and violence of the French Revolution. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 3064 "Red pencil, The" "Davis Pinkey, Andrea & Evans, Shane W (ill)" "Little, Brown & Co" 2014 9780316247801 5-6 "Twelve year old Amira's dream is to go to school. But, life in her peaceful Sudanese village is shattered when the terrifying Janjaweed militia arrives. They burn her village and unleash unspeakable horrors. Amira needs to find the strength to make the long journey, on foot, to a refugee camp. Life is tough at the camp until the gift of a simple red pencil opens her mind and all kinds of possibilities. Verse novel about real events." 23669 "Red piano, The" "Leblanc, Andre & Barroux (ill)" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2009 9780980607017 5-6 "For one young girl, a resident of a labour camp, a run-down, old piano brings some humanity into her life and to a system that has none. Each night, she bravely steals away to play on the battered instrument and, sheet by sheet, she gradually assembles, then copies, the music. One night, she is caught at the piano. A story about international concert pianist, Zhu Xiao-Mei, and the Chinese Cultural Revolution." 6274 Red plane to the rescue "Firth, Melissa & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741698534 K-2 "Today the planes are putting on a show, vroom vroom, zoom zoom." 23697 "Red poppy, The" "Hill, David & Colston, Fifi (ill)" Scholastic New Zealand 2013 9781775430704 5-6 "Young soldier Jim McLeod waits in the trenches of World War I for the order to attack the enemy. With him are his friends, and Nipper, the messenger dog. When they charge across no-man's land, Jim is shot and finds himself face to face with an enemy soldier." 6518 Red Queen "Aveyard, Victoria" Orion 2015 9781409155843 7-9 "The Reds are commoners, ruled by a Silver elite with god-like superpowers. When Mare Barrow begins work in the Silver Palace, she discovers that, despite her red blood, she possesses a deadly power. One that threatens to destroy the balance of power. This is a world of betrayal, lies and danger. Reds against Silvers, prince against prince, and Mare against her own heart. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3617 "Red sand, blue sky" "Applegate, Cathy" Feminist Press 2002 9781558612785 7-9 "When young Amy goes to stay with her aunt in the central outback, she befriends Lana. Together, they must overcome racial and cultural barriers and join forces to foil a criminal who is stealing artefacts." 18692 "Red shoe, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9781741142853 7-9 "For three sisters growing up in Australia in the 1950s, the news is full of the Petrov affair and spies. Their ordinary lives are juxtaposed with their parents' marriage, their father's attempted suicide and the big events of the adult world. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3045 Red Ted and the lost things "Rosen, Michael & Stewart, Joel (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781406310375 3-4 "One day, a little bear named Red Ted is accidentally left on the seat of a train by his owner and ends up in the place for lost things. He doesn't despair, however, he puts his mind to work. With the help of his new friends, a pessimistic crocodile and a cat with a fondness for cheese, Ted finds his way home to the little girl who loves and misses him." 3618 "Red tree, The" "Tan, Shaun" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734401724 7-9 "Stunning artwork and minimal text tell the story of a young girl drifting through landscapes which reflect feelings of sorrow and helplessness, until she comes across a sign of hope. Deeply thoughtful." 5275 "Red wheelbarrow, The" "Stewart, Briony" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702249259 K-2 "With nothing but a paper bag full of lollies and a much-loved blanket, two sisters and a curious chicken share an adventure in a red wheelbarrow." 74142 "Red wind, The" "Carmody, Isobelle" Penguin 2010 9780670074037 5-6 "Every year, Zluty journeys to the great forest while his brother, Bily, stays to tend their desert home. And every year, Zluty returns with exciting tales of his adventures. But, when a devastating red wind sweeps across the land, destroying everything in its path, each brother must fight for his survival." 9984 "Red woollen blanket, The" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2008 9781406316490 K-2 "From the moment Julia is born, her most treasured possession is a red woollen blanket. Wherever Julia goes, her blanket goes too. But, as Julia grows bigger, her blanket becomes smaller." 29456 "Red, a crayon's story" "Hall, Michael" Greenwillow 2015 9780062252074 K-2 "Red crayon has a bright red label but he can only colour blue. Everyone tries to help him but he just can't colour red, no matter how hard he tries. Red is really miserable until a new friend offers a new perspective." 9359 Red-eyed tree frog "Cowley, Joy & Bishop, NIc (phot) & Kampen, Van (ill)" Scholastic US 2000 9780590871761 3-4 The red-eyed tree frog found in the rainforest of Central America spends the night searching for food while also being careful not to become dinner for some other animal. 325 "Redback leftovers, The" "Oswald, Debra" Penguin 2000 9780141304946 7-9 "Imagine the worst soccer team that you can think of and then triple it. This is a description of the debut of the Redback Leftovers, one of the most unlikely and inspiring soccer teams you are ever going to meet." 4217 Redback mansion "Marwood, Lorraine" Five Islands Press 2002 9780864187680 5-6 A collection of well-crafted literary poems with a rural theme. Redwall series "Jacques, Brian" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 4377 Redwall: the graphic novel "Jacques, Brian" Philomel Books 2007 9780399244810 5-6 "A black and white, beautifully illustrated rendition of the classic story. Mathias, the young and clumsy field mouse, must take the place of Martin the Warrior and save Redwall Abbey from the vicious rats. Lead by Cluny the Scourge, the rats prove to be devious and merciless enemies and there will be great battles and much sadness before the end." 2810 Reef superstar "Killingbeck, Lesley & Toft, Kim Michelle (ill)" Brolly Books 2005 9781877035579 5-6 "In a wondrous world deep within a coral reef, sea creatures assemble for a contest. Each creature has a special skill or a magic trick to display. Find out who wins the contest to become reef superstar." 29848 Reena's rainbow "White, Dee & Grimwood, Tracie (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781925335491 K-2 "Reena is deaf and Dog is homeless. Sometimes neither of them feels as if they quite fit in. But when Reena and Dog form a unique bond, it's not long before everyone finds out just how special they are." 2858 Reflection: Remembering those who serve in war "Sharpe Shelberg, Rebecka & Cowcher, Robin (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781922179050 3-4 A family journeys through the early morning darkness. A group of young men huddle in a cold muddy trench. Reflection is a powerful tribute to those who have served their country. 66479 Reflections of a solitary hamster "Desbordes, Astrid & Martin, Pauline (ill)" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467455 5-6 "Meet Hamster, completely self-obsessed and passionate about waffles. Join him and his friends, kindly Mole, diffident Hedgehog, selflessly generous Snail and super-confident Rabbit as they prepare for a celebration, set to change everybody's lives. A deceptively simple book includes philosophical musings on life." 1671 Refuge "French, Jackie" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2013 9780732296179 7-9 "When a boat carrying a group of asylum seekers is sunk by a freak wave, Faris wakes from the shipwreck in an Australia he's always dreamed of. There are kangaroos grazing under orange trees and the sky is always blue. On a nearby beach, Faris meets a group of young people who have come from far different times and places." 3619 Refuge "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1998 9780140389852 7-9 A family is tested when asked to hide a Timorese refugee. They must take some personal responsibility for a global issue. 12325 Refugees "Miller, David" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406330 3-4 A small swamp past the edge of town is home to two wild blue-billed ducks. One day huge machines come to the swamp and out pours the swamp's precious water. The ducks become refugees. 1773 Reg Saunders: An indigenous war hero "Dolan, Hugh & Threlfall, Adrian" NewSouth Publishing 2015 9781742234243 7-9 "The little-known story of Reg Saunders, the first indigenous Australian to become an officer in the Army. He survived the World War II battlefields in the Middle East, North Africa, Greece, Crete and New Guinea, and excelled as a military leader. Find out how war transformed a determined young man, born in 1920 from country Victoria, into a war hero. Reg went on to serve with distinction in the Korean War and become a pioneering figure for indigenous rights. He died in 1990. A graphic novel." 15387 Reggie and Lu (and the same to you) "Quay, Emma" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780733619267 K-2 "Reggie and Lu are best friends most of the time. But, they discover that even when they're not, making up can be lots of fun." 12293 "Reggie, queen of the street" "Barbalet, Margaret" Penguin 2003 9780670040575 K-2 "Reggie is the queen of her street. All the children love her. When her owners decide to move far away, Reggie wonders about her friends and whether the new house will ever be home. Reggie's journey home is going to be a long one." 6803 Reindeer's Christmas surprise "Dubosarsky, Ursula & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760113025 K-2 "It's Christmas eve in Australia and Reindeer has great fun giving presents to his friends, Cat, Dog and Guinea Pig. But, even when it's warm and sunny outside, it's hard to be far away from home and family. Luckily, Christmas is a time for exciting surprises and, this year, Reindeer might just get one of his very own." 11382 "Remarkable secret of Aurelie Bonhoffen, The " "Abela, Deborah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741660951 5-6 "Aurelie's family owns, runs and performs on Bonhoffen's Seaside Pier. They have been there for decades but a developer is working to have the fair and the Bonhoffen's removed." 3676 Remarkably Rexy "Smith, Craig" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760113940 K-2 "Everybody loves Rex. He is the most dazzling cat on Serengeti Street. The schoolkids who pass by are always impressed by his moves. But, one day, an interloper threatens to take all the attention away from Rex. " 15155 Remember me "Simons, Moya" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862915268 5-6 "A diary is a good way to get rid of the worries that clutter your mind. Amber needs a diary because her life is getting confusing. Her mum has remarried. Nothing feels the way it should any more, and nothing is ever simple." 3624 Remember me "Wild, Margaret & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1992 9780947241322 3-4 A picture book that tells a touching story about children and their grandparents who sometimes forget things as they get older. 1250 Remembering Lionsville "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781742373201 3-4 "We are taken back to the family home built by the author's grandfather generations ago and still lived in now by the family. The growing and preserving of food, communications with others, the way of life all beautifully and simply described with magnificent illustrations combining Aboriginal and western techniques." 4927 Remind me how this ends "Tozer, Gabrielle" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2017 9781460751688 7-9 "Milo and Layla run into each other after an extended separation. As kids, they shared everything, but five years apart has taken their lives in different directions. Layla is dealing with the death of her mother, and Milo is feeling trapped, his life on hold since he finished year 12. Deals with the decisions that people make about their relationships, and the directions their lives will take. A moving, powerful story." 70580 Replay "Creech, Sharon" Bloomsbury 2005 9780747581864 5-6 "Leo, a quiet boy nicknamed Sardine because he's the middle child in a boisterous family, is cast in the school play as an old woman. He discovers the journal his father kept at thirteen and finds out there's more to dad than he ever knew." 327 Reptiles "Creagh, Carson & Greer, Allen (ed.)" Time Life 1999 9780809492473 5-6 "Outstanding colour photography with clearly written text presented as informative captions and key paragraphs, on a double page spread for each reptile. Lots of Australian reptiles are featured." 5448 Rescue and Jessica: A life-changing friendship "Kensky, Jessica & Downes, Patrick & Magoon, Scott (ill)" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763696047 3-4 "Rescue thought he'd grow up to be a Seeing Eye dog. When he gets the news that he's better suited to being a service dog, he's worried that he's not up to the task. Then he meets Jessica, a girl whose life is turning out differently from the way she'd imagined it, too. Now Jessica needs Rescue by her side to help her accomplish everyday tasks. And it turns out that Rescue can help Jessica see after all: a way forward, together, one step at a time." 1279 "Rescue ark, The" "Hall, Susan" National Library of Australia 2014 9780642278104 K-2 "An Australian representation of the rhyme/song 'The animals went in two by two' here we have a journey around Australia identifying vulnerable and endangered Australian animals at risk of extinction, such as the Orange-Bellied Parrot, Native Bee and Gulf Snapping Turtle." 8128 "Rest of us just live here, The" "Ness, Patrick" Walker Books 2015 9781406331165 7-9 "It's not easy when the Chosen One goes to your school. The one who fights the zombies or the soul-eating ghosts or whatever new thing there is. Mikey just wants to graduate and find the courage to ask Henna out before school gets blown up, again. Sometimes, there are problems bigger than this week's end of the world and you have to find the extraordinary in your ordinary life. Mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20544 Return "Becker, Aaron" Walker Books 2016 9781406368437 K-2 "Failing to get the attention of her busy father, a lonely girl returns to a fantastic world for friendship and adventure. It's her third journey into the enticing realm of kings and emperors, castles and canals, exotic creatures and enchanting landscapes. This time, it will take something truly powerful to persuade her to return home, as a gripping backstory is revealed. The third book in the wordless picture book trilogy, following Journey and Quest." 3926 Return of the dinosaurs "Houston, Bronwyn" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360370 K-2 Imagine if dinosaurs came back to visit and they were roaming the Broome coastline today. 27721 Return of the Word Spy "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Riddle, Tohby (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780670073542 7-9 "The Word Spy returns to take you on a dazzling journey through the strange and wonderful world of words. Discover hidden and silent languages, the secrets of grammar, dying and newborn words, and crack a code along the way." 11617 Return to Cardamom "Grasso, Julie Anne" Cane River Pecan Co 2013 9780987372529 3-4 "Caramel is an elf, but no ordinary elf - she is telepathic and has the ability to get trees and computers to do as she pleases and is an amateur sleuth. She thinks that someone is trying to destroy the cardamom crop which would then destroy the elf economy. The problem is nobody believes the threat except Caramel - can she make others believe and more importantly can she stop the dastardly deed." 3646 Revolting rhymes "Dahl, Roald" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2001 9780140568240 5-6 "Quite gory but always funny, classic tales retold in a collection for those who love their fairy tales with a satirical, and worldly twist. Meet Cinderella, a young woman who wants to marry a nice, ordinary man and Goldilocks, the house-breaker." 91550 Revolution is not a dinner party "Compestine, Ying Chang" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143303855 7-9 "Ling lived a comfortable life with her parents until Comrade Li moved into their apartment. Her life changed dramatically at home and at school, and Ling soon feared for the lives of her family and friends. She endured extreme hardship just to survive, as she struggled to understand the Chinese cultural revolution. Her love for Chairman Mao and his teaching was tested to the limit." 17141 Rex "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Mackintosh, David (ill)" Penguin 2005 9780670042265 K-2 "Rex, the class chameleon, is taken home by a different kindergarten student each day. Each child writes or draws imaginatively about the adventures with Rex." 17162 Rhino Neil "Goss, Mini" New Frontier Publishing 2005 9781921042300 K-2 "Rhino Neil is lonely because all the other animals are too afraid to come near him. Their parents warn them to stay away. One day, Tuscany the elephant arrives and they become good friends." 5704 "Rhinos, toucans and woolly dogs" "Winch, Gordon & Texidor, Dee (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2003 9780958143189 K-2 Whimsical poetry for the very young covering subjects from animals to people and experiences with lots of playful language. 12202 Rhyme time around the year "Foster, John & Thompson, Carol (ill)" Oxford University Press 2001 9780192762269 3-4 "Attractively presented poems and illustrations that focus on seasons, festivals and special days around the world." 2066 Rhyming boy "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780702236730 7-9 "Growing up can be problematic but, for Jayden Hayden, life is extremely difficult. He has to cope with a very embarrassing name and a football obsessed mother. When a school father-son day is announced, Jayden's quest for his biological father becomes a puzzle he needs to solve, and quickly." 4135 Rich & rare "Collins, Paul (ed)" Ford Street Publishing 2015 9781925272116 5-6 "Enjoy this wonderful variety of short stories, poetry and artwork from forty-eight of Australia's best creators. Find out about a knitting needle ninja, a violin that comes to life, a cat with many names, a love that cannot be bought, an alien invasion and so much more. From humour to horror, thriller to fantasy, encompassing the past, the present and the future." 9956 Richard Hammond's blast lab "Hammond, Richard" Dorling Kindersley 2009 9781740337069 5-6 "Over thirty really cool experiments from the man who loves fast cars and all things scientific, Top Gear's Richard Hammond. Try these experiments at home but note that some require adult supervision. The book gives practical advice on which ones and how to proceed." 18772 "Ricker Racker Club, The " "Guest, Patrick & Eckstrom, Nathaniel (ill)" Little Hare Books 2016 9781760122928 K-2 "To be in the Ricker Racker Club, you have to be brave. You have to be kind. You have to not be a girl. But, some people are better than others at being both kind and brave." Riddle Gully series "Banyard, Jen" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3654 Riddle of the Trumpalar "Bernard-Waite, Judy" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781863884914 5-6 "When two children want to save the Moreton Bay fig tree in their local park, they are taken back in time to colonial days." 3656 Ride the wild wind: the golden pony and other stories "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780207198304 7-9 "Stories about horses with some told by the horse. The collection includes the story of the first horse tamed by a young girl, King Arthur's horse and the special relationship between a boy and stallion." 13249 "Ride, Ricardo, ride" "Cummings, Phil & Devries, Shane (ill)" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742990736 5-6 "Ricardo loved to ride his bike through the village. He rode every day, under endless skies, quiet and clear. But, then, the shadows came and changed Ricardo's life." 7957 "Ridiculous story, A" "Heimann, Rolf" Little Hare Books 2006 9781921049453 5-6 "A fantastic collection of funny stories about a pirate ship, a singing spider, a dancing cat, a sugar fairy, a widow who was mistaken for a witch and many more unlikely characters." 9353 Riding "Green, Lucinda" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780751327892 5-6 "Lucinda Green, professional horsewoman, eventer and TV commentator, presents an in-depth beginner's guide to the secrets of riding, from choosing a riding school and mounting for the first time to competing in a show and saddling up." Riding high series "Kelly, Bernadette" 3-4 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 9456 Riding the rough "Brassi, G" Scholastic New Zealand 1990 9781869434427 7-9 "Angie is an excellent judge of character and a very patient person. She has to be. As major babysitter to her two younger siblings, her stamina is tested to the limit." 10937 Rif and the riddle "Cason, Sue & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143306375 5-6 "After the death of a prime bull which belongs to the village, young Rif is in big trouble. Rif and his grandfather were supposed to be guarding the bull but they went fishing instead. In his quest to make things right, Rif must face a mountain troll, a pair of tricksters, a terrifying dog and a very tough riddle." 328 Rift Hathorn Libby Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733608797 7-9 "Vaughan gets caught up with an evil Pastor who has created division in his town. He desperately wants to belong. In fact, Vaughan wants to gain entry to the gang so badly he is willing to accept their terrifying challenge. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3123 "Right word, The: Roget and his thesaurus" "Bryant, Jen & Sweet, Melissa (ill)" Eerdmans Books 2014 9780802853851 3-4 "For shy, young Peter Mark Roget, books were his best companions and it wasn't long before he began writing his own. But, he didn't write stories, he wrote lists. Peter took his love for words and turned it to organising ideas, and finding exactly the right word to express just what he thought. His lists grew and grew, eventually turning into one of the most important reference books of all time." 491 "Ring bear, The" "Slater, David Michael & Brooks S G (ill)" Flashlight Press 2004 9780972922517 K-2 "Wesley and his mum are the perfect pair of pirates, wicked and mean, until Wesley has to decide whether to let Stan come aboard or not." 329 Ring of bright water "Maxwell, Gavin" Penguin 2001 9780141308074 5-6 "Set in the wilds of Scotland, this story follows the adventures of Mijbil, an adorable and mischievous otter." 22312 "Ring of Solomon: a Bartimaeus novel, The" "Stroud, Jonathan" Doubleday 2010 9780385619165 7-9 "This prequel to the Bartimaeus trilogy sees the return of the sarcastic, chatty and mischievous djinni. Now, Bartimaeus is in Jerusalem and the court of King Solomon in 950s BC. The great Bartimaeus may have finally met his match. He'll have to contend with an unpleasant master and his sinister servant, and he runs into a fair bit of bother with King Solomon's magic ring." 51083 "Ring through time, A" "Pulman, Felicity" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2013 9780732294885 7-9 "Alice's family is proud of their historical links to Norfolk Island and are amazed to find out when they move there that their ancestor is considered to have been a tyrant. Trying to prove them wrong, Alice unearths a previously unknown diary which provides an insight into the way of life in the penal colony during the 1840s including the conflicting attitudes towards the treatment of convicts." 11998 Ringle tingle tiger "Austin, Mark & Miller, David (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403445 K-2 "A young boy decides to face his biggest fear, monsters in the night, when he takes on the ever-stalking Ringle Tingle Tiger. Follow the tiger as he hunts through the fearsome jungle." 9608 "Ringmaster, The" "Odgers, Sally & Stanley, David (ill)" Koala Books 2000 9780864612304 3-4 "The Galliano girl had always wanted to be in the circus like her dad. Convincing the principal and the other children, like 'the dancing daydream', to take her seriously and the pain of arthritis, are large obstacles to overcome." Ripley's twists series Various 5-6 Interesting facts about all manner of things - believe it or not. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 29815 Risk "Ferris, Fleur" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857986474 7-9 "Taylor and Sierra have been best friends their whole lives. But, Taylor's fed up because Sierra always gets what and who she wants. So, when Sierra asks her friends to cover for her while she meets Jacob, a guy she's chatted to online, Taylor 's refuses to show any interest. But, Sierra doesn't come back for one, two, three days. When Taylor finally tells Sierra's mum that her daughter is missing, Taylor and her friends are thrown into a dark world they never even knew existed." 2790 "River and the book, The" "Croggon, Alison & Harnett, Katie (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781925081725 7-9 "In Simbala's village, they have two treasures. There is the River, which is their road and their god, and the Book, which contains their history, their oracle and their soul. Simbala is a Keeper of the Book, the latest in a long line of women who can use it to find answers to the villager's questions. As developers begin to poison the River on which the villagers rely, the Book predicts change. But, this does not come in the form that they expect." 18536 River boy "Hill, Anthony & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944391 3-4 "In the early 1880s, paddle steamers travelled the Australian rivers to supply inland properties. Nat, a thirteen year old, can't believe his luck when he is asked to help out on the 'Lorelei'. Nat has a lot to learn and must overcome his fear of water." 1940 "River charm, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742757124 7-9 "Millie lives in the bush with her mother and sister when, with the help of an old charm, she gains access to the past. There we meet Charlotte Atkinson, whose family is in danger of losing their beloved home, as well as their lives, due to marauding convicts, bushrangers and an abusive stepfather. The law is against Charlotte and her mother, but they're determined to survive. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3863 River riddle "Dewar, Jim & Tortop , Anil (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781760150518 K-2 "A boy, a bale of hay, a sheep and a fox need to cross the river in a boat built for two. Maybe you can help them get to the other side, all in one piece." 71268 River story "Hooper, Meredith & Willey, Bee (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406325935 3-4 "Follow a river's journey, beginning as a small stream from melted snow in the mountains, as it flows quietly past meadows, under bridges, through cities until, finally, emptying into the sea." 17559 "River, A " "Martin, Marc" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670077441 3-4 There is a river outside my window. I can see it stretching in both directions. Follow an imaginary journey from the city to the sea. 2355 Rivertime "Balla, Trace" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743316337 5-6 "A boy and his Uncle Egg are on a paddling trip down an Australian river. They come across a swimming wallaby, a crashing koala and some friendly campers." 9436 "Road to Camelot, The" "Masson, Sophie (ed.)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9781740518017 7-9 Short stories from a range of authors using characters from the life and times of the legendary King Arthur. Each tells the story of a turning point or magical moment in the early life of that character and the consequence for the future. 20788 Road to Goonong "Cox, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375212 5-6 "The road to Goonong was just a pair of wheel tracks, packed down by buggies and drays that had travelled that way. Our farm, Goonong, was at the end of the road. We had beef and dairy cattle, and plenty of room to play and ride horses. It was a time when timber-cutters felled big ironbarks and blacksmiths' hammers rang out from the forge. The skies were always blue and rain was scarce." 2895 "Road to Ratenburg, The" "Cowley, Joy & Bishop, Gavin (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570751 5-6 "Fleeing from their home in an abandoned building as it is demolished, Spinnaker Rat, his wife and four young begin a search for the legendary Ratenburg, a place where it's said rats can live in peace and comfort. But, only if they can survive the perils of the journey. The rats must rely on each other, making the most of each animal's strengths and understanding individual limitations. And, Spinnaker Rat, the father, learns more than he expected." 39203 Road to war: a First World War girl's diary 1916-1917 "Wilding, Valerie" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407104614 5-6 "It is 1917 and Daffy Rowntree's brother has gone missing in action somewhere in Europe in the First World War, known as the Great War of 1914-1918. Daffy is determined to do something to help in the war effort and finds herself in the mud and horror of the battlefields of France amongst the dead and wounded. She drives an ambulance, transports the wounded from the trenches and searches for her lost brother." 2769 "Road to winter, The" "Smith, Mark" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925355123 7-9 "Since a deadly virus and the ensuing violence wiped out his parents and his community, Finn and his loyal dog have survived two winters on the rugged coast. He avoids the Wilders, a dangerous gang, led by the ruthless Ramage. But, when Rose runs onto the beach, she needs Finn's help. She is a Siley, an asylum seeker, who has escaped from Ramage. Rose is desperate and sick, and her younger sister is still missing in the bush. Ramage wants them back, at any cost. Challenging read. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 5005 Road trip "Parker, Danny & Eckstrom, Nathaniel (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127404 K-2 The only thing worse than a long boring road trip is driving with someone who loves long and boring road trips. Even when that someone is your dad. 11242 Roadworks "Sutton, Sally & Lovelock, Brian (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781921150166 K-2 "A book for boys and girls on how to build a road, with fabulous, bright illustrations and fun language. There's a page of machine facts identifying the types of heavy equipment that help build our roads. There are even the ones that 'Tip the stones. Tip the stones. Lift and slide and dump. Lay the groundwork for the road. Crash! Roar! Thump!'" 10350 Roald Dahl: the storyteller "Hook, Jason" Hodder & Stoughton 2004 9780750244916 7-9 "The fascinating life story of the famous author, Roald Dahl, who has thrilled young readers with his fanciful and imaginative books. Timelines, websites and further reading help paint a complete portrait of the writer, his successes and tragedies." 4621 Roar "Mayo, Margaret & Ayliffe, Alex (ill)" Orchard Books 2006 9781846164880 K-2 "Meet some wild and wonderful animals - galloping zebras, prowling tigers, water-squirting elephants, jumping kangaroos and more." 46376 Roar: Talk to the wild animals "Lester, Alison" ABC Books 2007 9780733318481 K-2 Make your own noises as you find the animals in the wild. Lots of rhyme and colourful images. 9575 Robber girl "Wild, Margaret & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Red Fox 2001 9780091840884 3-4 "A traditional style tale set in a snowy European forest landscape. The robber girl is contented in the forest with her animal companions, until a lost child comes into the forest and changes their lives forever." 18540 Robbie and the dolphins "D'Ath, Justin & Johnson, Jessica" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944421 3-4 "Robbie, wheelchair-bound and lonely, wheels himself to the end of a jetty and sees a little dolphin. He soon realises the dolphin is asking for help. Robbie's courage and strength are tested when he helps both the dolphin and a returned soldier." 38134 "Robe of skulls, The" "French, Vivian & Collins, Ross (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9780744583618 5-6 "All is not well in the crumbling castle high above the mountain village of Fracture. The sorceress, Lady Lamorna, has her heart set on a new, very expensive robe. To get the cash, she will stop at nothing, including kidnapping, blackmail and more than a little black magic. But she reckons without some heroic, gallant and wicked folk who want to stop her." 15011 Robert the rose horse "Heilbroner, Joan & Eastman, P D (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1992 9780001717602 K-2 Robert's allergy to flowers finally comes in handy when he becomes a police horse. 330 Robin Hood "Early, Margaret" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780949183941 5-6 Robin Hood's classic tales of daring-do in a delightfully aesthetic presentation. 18911 Robin Hood's day "Feeney, Josephine" Walker Books 2007 9781406306408 K-2 "Jimmy is looking after Patchy Patch, the special class mascot that has been made by his teacher. He wants to take Patchy Patch somewhere very special. Dad thinks of going to Nottingham, where Robin Hood lived. They have a great day until they lose Patchy Patch." 331 Robinson Crusoe "Defoe, Daniel" Penguin 2002 9780140439359 7-9 The classic story of an English sailor marooned on a desert island for nearly thirty years. 12737 "Robot and the bluebird, The" "Lucas, David" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781842707326 3-4 "There was once a robot with a broken heart, good for nothing and expiring slowly on a scrap heap. Then, one winter's day, a migrating bluebird lands on his shoulder, too exhausted to go any further. " Robots and robotics series "Hyland, Tony" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 33124 Robyn Boid: Architect "Coote, Maree" Melbournestyle 2017 9780992491741 5-6 "Meet Robyn Boid - a small, dedicated bird who loves to build nests and dreams of becoming an architect. She lives at the University, where she listens to the architecture class through the window each day. Eager to learn, Robyn practises building all the important architectural shapes, but all the while, she seeks the perfect design for her very own nest." 4289 Rock pool secrets "Oliver, Narelle" Walker Books 2017 9781922179357 3-4 "Nestling between rocks, hiding in the seaweed, lift the flap and discover many rock pool secrets." 9474 Rockets and other spacecraft "Farndon, John" Watts Publishing Group 2003 9780749647292 3-4 "How rockets and other spacecraft work and look. Information on gravity and drag, how they are powered, built, steered and controlled. The book contains step-by-step instructions and plans for a fully working rocket powered by water pressure." 332 Rockhopper "Broome, Errol" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1995 9781863736787 5-6 "Quentin is dominated by an overprotective mother, but he learns self confidence from Gus, a man with a past." 1875 Rockhopping "Balla, Trace" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760112349 5-6 "Join Clancy and Uncle Egg on a rambling, rockhopping adventure in Gariwerd (the Grampians), to find the source of the Glenelg River. A story about following your flow, and the unexpected places you may go." 598 "Rockstar robbery, The" "Holper, Paul & Torok, Simon & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2007 9780330423380 5-6 "Hannah's rock star idol, Josh Jamieson, is in town. But, as Zac and Hannah emerge from his packed concert, they discover there's been an explosion at the Central Bank next door and ten million dollars is missing. Follow the clues and the red herrings, collect the evidence and check out the suspects to solve the crime of the missing money." 43465 Rodney loses it "Gerard Bauer, Michael & Krebs, Chrissie" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742991900 K-2 "Rodney was a rabbit who loved nothing more than drawing. He never found it tiresome, tedious or boring. But then one day, disaster struck! Where was his PEN?!" 17163 Rodney thinks of food "Winch, Gordon & Oliver, Tony (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2002 9780958146302 3-4 Rodney the handsome bull doesn't know how to chew his cud. A visit to the vet determines he is not a greedy bull but has a different problem that no one has identified. 3688 Rodney's runaway nose "Tulloch, Richard" ABC Books 1999 9780733307447 3-4 "A springtime allergy is not usually the subject of poetry. But when the little trickle in the nose, featured in this poem, builds up to flood, the town is a riot." 44284 "Rogues, The: Accidental heroes" "Tanner, Lian" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760293529 5-6 "The devious Lord Rump and his granddaughter Duckling need a disposable boy, and Pummel, a farm boy looking for work in the city, fits the bill perfectly. Duckling is happy to tangle him in her grandpa's web, as long as Grandpa keeps his promise that this will be his very last Scheme. Lord Rump's intrigues take both children into the Strong-hold of Berren, where time has stopped. And before long they are entwined in a plot to kill the heir to the Faithful Throne. If they want to protect the Young Margrave, and save themselves from an awful death, Duckling and Pummel must learn to use the magic that no one believes in. " 4523 Roland and Eugenie "Flynn, Rachel & Smith, Craig (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302902 5-6 Roland knows that girls can be trouble but nothing could have prepared him for Eugenie. 78116 Roland Wright at the joust "Davis, Tony & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663297 3-4 "Roland has been a page at Twofold Castle for just a month but, already, he has impressed the king's bravest knights. He is excited about attending his first tournament. He is only meant to be watching but, when the fearsome Little Douglas, a page from a rival castle throws down a challenge, Roland is called on to fight." 30653 Roland Wright future knight "Davis, Tony & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741662290 3-4 "Roland Wright is the youngest son of a blacksmith. More than anything, he wants to be a knight in armour but only boys from noble families have the chance to do so. When a suit of armour made by Roland's father saves the king's life, everything changes. Roland or his brother have the chance to become a page, the step on the road to becoming a knight." 67885 "Roland Wright, brand new page" "Davis, Tony & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662306 3-4 "Roland begins his training as a page at Twofold Castle. Things don't go very smoothly. The Queen is terrified of mice, which makes things look rather grim for Roland's pet mouse. Roland has to deal with the bullying, older page, Hector, and an elephant on the rampage as well as being away from his family." 333 "Roll of thunder, hear my cry" "Taylor, Mildred D" Puffin UK 1994 9780140371741 7-9 "Being a coloured girl in America's South during the 1930s, teaches Cassie much about prejudice and hatred." 71660 Roller coaster "Metzenthen, David & Sheehan, Peter (ill)" Puffin Australia 2005 9780143301769 3-4 "It's Matt's first time ever at the Fun Park. He loves all the rides except for the roller coaster, it scares him. He tells the family that he's saving it until the last. Thanks to Dad, he might just have a go." 28074 Roman diary: journal of a young slave "Platt, Richard & Parkins, David (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781406325478 3-4 "The year is AD 102 and Iliona, an educated Greek girl, has been orphaned and sold as a slave in Rome. In time, Iliona discovers that the teeming city at the heart of the empire is a fascinating place. Through her eyes, we see the Roman army return in triumph, witness fighting gladiators, escape a house fire and discover how Roman women dress their hair." 14369 Roman invasion: a British boy AD 84 "Eldridge, Jim" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407107370 5-6 "Bran is a prince of the Carvetii tribe in ancient England. He has been captured by the Romans and kept hostage with a legion of Roman soldiers building a military road across his country. Bran is there to ensure their safety and they are keeping his family hostage at their base camp to make sure he complies. But, no-one is safe in newly-conquered Britain. " 8033 "Roman quests, The: Archers of Isca, The" "Lawrence, Caroline" Orion 2016 9781510100268 5-6 "Britannia AD 94. On the run from the Emperor Domitian, fifteen year old Fronto has joined the Roman army in order to find security and structure. He wants to be a good soldier but, when his younger sister, Ursula, is captured by a Druid called Snakebeard, Fronto must decide whether or not to leave the army to rescue her. Desertion is punishable by death." 4921 "Roman quests, The: Escape from Rome" "Lawrence, Caroline" Orion 2016 9781510100237 5-6 "In Rome in AD 94, the evil Emperor Domitian is busy killing those he suspects of being disloyal to him. When soldiers arrive to seize Juba's family home, his parents help him and his siblings to escape. They travel to their uncle's house in distant Britannia, on the edge of the known world, The children have never been outside on their own or done anything for themselves, having depended on slaves all their lives. Juba's daunting quest is to avoid capture and death, to find a safe haven and save the children." 12952 "Roman record, The" "Fleming, Fergus & Tomlins, Karen (des.) & Dowsell, Paul (ed.)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1997 9780746027530 7-9 An historical consultant has helped provide accuracy in this wonderfully funny account of Roman times in newspaper layout. 777 "Romans: gods, emperors and dormice, The" "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2013 9781406339185 5-6 "Experience life as an ancient Roman through the rise and fall of Rome, through the eyes of a gladiator, dormouse and berry-nibbler." 12360 Rome in spectacular cross-section "Biesty, Stephen & Solway, Andrew" Scholastic Australia 2003 9780439455466 7-9 "Titus Cotta Maximus, a young boy, travels through the city of ancient Rome. Stephen Biesty's wonderfully detailed cutaway drawings convey daily life in these times with a touch of humour." Rondo series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 799 Rooftoppers "Rundell, Katherine" Faber & Faber 2013 9780571280599 5-6 "Sophie, on a search for her mother, believed to be dead, travels to Paris and discovers a secret world." 5552 Room on our rock "Temple, Kate & Temple, Jol & Baynton, Terri Rose (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742764108 K-2 "Two seals are perched on a rock. When others need shelter, do they share it?" 12190 Room on the broom "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Koala Books 2001 9780864613189 K-2 "A witch, who is prone to losing her belongings, is helped by the animal friends that she meets on her broomstick journey. This is a delightful, rhyming story that children can easily join in." 9443 "Rope carrier, The" "Tomlinson, Theresa" Random House Canada 2001 9780099413639 3-4 "During the industrial revolution, ropemakers often lived in caves. Entire villages could be underground. Minnie Dakin, the youngest of the ropemaker's daughters, eventually follows her sister, Netty, who has gone to live in the city." 9550 "Ropemaker, The" "Dickinson, Peter" Pan MacMillan 2002 9780330397131 7-9 "The people of the Valley have been protected for twenty generations by a magic force. The spell is weakening, enemies are waiting. Tilja, her companions and an obstinate horse seek a man who can control the rope of time, the Ropemaker." 23198 Rory Branagan: Detective "Clover, Andrew & Lazar, Ralph (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2018 9780008265830 3-4 "Hello. I am Rory Branagan. I am actually a detective. People always say, 'How do you become a detective?' And I say, 'Ahhhh...you don't just FIND YOURSELF suddenly sneaking up on baddies, or diving out of the way as they shoot, or hurtling from an open plane towards the ground! You have to want it.' And what made ME want it? I needed to find out what happened to my dad..." 20674 Rory the dinosaur wants a pet "Climo, Liz" "Little, Brown & Co" 2016 9780316390606 K-2 "When Rory meets his friend's pet crab, he realises he wants a pet of his own. Rory searches high and low for a creature to love. It's at the end of a long day, when Rory least expects it, that he meets George." 334 Rose blanche "McEwan, Ian & Innocenti, Roberto (ill)" Red Fox 2004 9780099439509 5-6 "A picture book that tells of Rose, a little girl living in a small German town during the war, who sees trucks going to a place outside of town and wants to find out more." 45397 "Rose for the ANZAC boys, A" "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2008 9780732285401 7-9 "War is being fought on an horrific scale in the trenches of France. It is a world away from sixteen year old Midge Macpherson, at school in England learning to be a young lady. Desperate to do their bit and avoid the boredom of school, Midge and her friends start a canteen in France, caring for the endless flow of wounded soldiers returning from the front. Midge is thrust into carnage and scenes of courage she could never have imagined." 5011 Rose meets Mr Wintergarten "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 1994 9780744531480 K-2 "Mr Wintergarten's house looks cold and uninviting. One day, Rose finds the courage to open the front gate to search for a ball that has ended up in Mr Wintergarten's yard. This is the beginning of an adventure that becomes a wonderful friendship." 77476 Rose's garden "Reynolds, Peter H" Walker Books 2011 9781406330762 K-2 "After travelling the world in her fantastic teapot, Rose is ready to put down roots. She sets about planting flowers in a neglected corner of a bustling city, where the earth is dusty. And, then, she waits and waits, through rain, cold and snow, never doubting that her garden will bloom one day." 4438 Rose's red boots "Finn, Maura & Eramus, Karen (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2017 9780957988446 K-2 "One bright morning, Rose and her cheeky companion, Banjo, head off to fly their kite. The little red boots went marching, marching, marching. The little red boots went marching, merrily on their way." 2483 Roses are blue "Murphy, Sally & Evans, Gabriel (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781922244376 3-4 "Amber Rose and her family are dealing with a terrible family tragedy. Amber has a new school, new friends and a new mum to get used. She wants her old mum back." 76818 Rosie and Ned and the creepy cave "Costain, Meredith & Burke, Tina (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143305101 3-4 "Rosie would love to find a red feather from one of the red-capped robins that live along Ghost Gum Creek. Ned isn't so sure that's a good idea because that's where Witchy Nell lives. Just as Rosie finds her red feather, disaster strikes and it's up to Ned to save them." 50569 Rosie and the bunyip "Costain, Meredith & Burke, Tina (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303404 3-4 "Rosie can hear something howling down by Ghost Gum Creek. She thinks it could be a big, scary bunyip so Rosie decides to go bunyip hunting." 26626 "Rosie Revere, engineer" "Beaty, Andrea & Roberts, David (ill)" Abrams Books 2013 9781419708459 K-2 "Shy, quiet Rosie is always trying to solve problems with her inventions. When a favourite uncle laughs at one of the gizmos she designs especially for him, Rosie resists talking about her dream to become a great engineer. But, when Great-Great Aunt Rose shows up for an extended stay, she tells stories of her experiences building planes during World War II. Rosie sets about designing a unique contraption to help her aunt take to the skies again." 12715 Rosie sips spiders "Lester, Alison" Hachette Children's Books 2006 9780733621079 K-2 "Clive bakes chocolate cakes, Nicky loves spaghetti, Tessa eats Bombe Alaska but Rosie sips spiders. Follow these children and others as they discover their individual differences." 22907 Rosie Staples' minor magical misunderstanding "Crowley, Cath & Watson, Judy (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304968 3-4 Rosie loves jokes and magic. But her next magic trick isn't a trick - it's magic for real. What could possibly go wrong. In the process Rosie learns some home truths. Some coarse language in context of humour. 130805 Rosie to the rescue "Costain, Meredith & Burke, Tina (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302858 3-4 "Rosie's passion is fire engines and every week she gets to help her neighbour check the equipment on the town's fire engine. One day, Rosie gets to play a much more important role." 3526 Rosie's hat "Donaldson, Julia & Currey, Anna (ill)" MacMillan 2006 9781405000079 K-2 The simple text may be about the wonderful adventures of Rosie's hat but the pictures tell us a lot more about Rosie's life. There could be more to the story than just Rosie's part in it. 12119 Rosie's walk "Hutchins, Pat" Red Fox 2001 9780099413998 K-2 "When Rosie, the hen, sets off for a stroll, she is unaware that something is following her, or so we think. Rosie may just be lucky that her pursuer is the clumsiest of his kind, or maybe she knows more than she lets on." 86340 Rotten and Rascal: the two terrible pterosaur twins "Geraghty, Paul" Red Fox 2007 9781862308688 K-2 "Rotten and Rascal are quarrelling twin baby pterosaurs who scream and snarl at each other all day long. One day, when a really terrible argument begins, the other dinosaurs try to resolve their noisy dispute. But, the two terrible pterosaur twins prove impossible to shut up. Something must be able to silence the horrible hullabaloo." 10038 Round and round and round and round "Thompson, Colin & Gamble, Penelope" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733613470 K-2 "When Mrs Golightly retires, she buys a bike and sets off round the world." 492 Round fish square bowl "Skinner, Tom & Goss, Mini (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2006 9781921042966 K-2 "If you've ever felt like a square peg in a round hole, that you don't quite fit, just remember that the thing you don't like, that makes you different, can sometimes be a very good thing and make you very special." Rowan of Rin series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. Roxy Ran series "Hall, Tiffiny" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Royal diaries series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." RSPCA animal tales series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4814 Ruben "Whatley, Bruce" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743810354 5-6 Ruben's dreams were of places that made no sense to him. Places that didn't exist. At least not anymore. Ruben lives in a safe place in a city that takes everything and gives nothing back. He begins to feel that he is in danger and ventures to Block City where he meets Koji. She too has been hiding from the dangers of the industrial city and its excesses. Ruben and Koji realise that if they combine their knowledge of how the city works they can find a way to escape . . . together. 17176 Ruby and Leonard and the great big surprise "Rossell, Judith" Little Hare Books 2009 9781921541599 K-2 "Leonard and Ruby are working together to create a special surprise. But, when you're a mouse, even the smallest task can be overwhelming and keeping a secret is even harder." 5471 Ruby in the ruins "Hughes, Shirley" Walker Books 2018 9781406375893 3-4 "Ruby and Mum cling to each other while they live through the terrifying London Blitz, waiting for Dad to come home from the war. Day after day they hope for his return - but when the moment to meet him at the station finally comes, Ruby hardly recognises the tall man who steps off the train. He's big and sunburned, and he doesn't seem to be as engaged as he once was. It's easier to play outside in the wreckage of the bombings than to stay at home with a dad she doesn't know anymore. But when Ruby hurts her knee in the ruins, there's only one person who can rescue her and make her feel all right." 6188 Ruby learns to swim "Gwynne, Phillip & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742377506 K-2 "Splash the water. Floaties on. Eyes wide open. Blow Big bubbles. Simple, repetitive text that young students will enjoying chanting along as it is read aloud." 3718 Ruby makes a friend "Burke, Tina" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670072262 K-2 "When Ruby's big brother leaves for his first day at school, a new friend appears. His name is Milo. Ruby and Milo become the very best of friends and have so much fun together. When Ruby and Milo go to school, they meet Jacinta and Boris, who become friends." Ruby Red Shoes series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Ruby Redfort series "Child, Lauren" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 41544 Ruby roars "Wild, Margaret & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741757521 K-2 "When Ruby was a baby, she liked to make noises with her dummy. Now that she is bigger, she wants to make scarier noises but she can't. The little Tasmanian devil wonders how she will be able to frighten others." Ruby Rosemount series "Brownlee, Jodie" 5-6 "A wonderful blend of magic, mayhem and humour in this series about Ruby, who discovers she is half genie. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 46630 "Ruby talisman, The " "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864719871 5-6 "Tilly falls asleep wearing a ruby talisman, wishing she could escape to a more adventurous life. In 1789, Amelie-Mathilde is living at the opulent palace of Versailles but her guardians want her to marry the horrible old Chevalier. Amelie-Mathilde falls asleep holding her own ruby talisman, wishing for rescue." Ruby Wishfingers series "Kelly, Deborah & Hedstrom, Leigh (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35482 Ruby Wishfingers: Hide-and-seek "Kelly, Deborah & Hedstrom, Leigh (ill)" Wombat Books 2016 9781925139938 K-2 "Being able to wish for anything you would like sure would be great, but can it help in a game of hide and seek where things disappear and reappear in the strangest places? Join the Wishfinger family as they solve their troubles with magic. " 18344 Rude Ramsay and the roaring radishes "Atwood, Margaret & Petricic, Dusan (ill)" Bloomsbury 2005 9780747572923 3-4 "Rude Ramsey lives in a ramshackle house and longs for something better. Ramsay and Ralph, the red-nosed rat, decide to leave. Students will enjoy their rumpus with food, using the letter R, and want to make up some verses of their own." 4051 Rudie Nudie "Quay, Emma" ABC Books 2011 9780733323355 K-2 A celebration of nudie moments between bath and bedtime. A rhyming tale. 567886 Rudyard Kipling's just so stories: How the camel got his hump "Milbourne, Anna & Joven, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2018 9781474941617 K-2 "In the old days, when the world was new, grumpy Camel had no hump. Here is the fun story of how he came to have one." 29835 Rudyard Kipling's just so stories: Why the kangaroo jumps "Jones, Rob Lloyd & Joven, John (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2018 9781474940962 K-2 "Long, long ago, kangaroos were short and stumpy. So how did they end up so tall and jumpy?" 5605 Rufus blasts off! "Griswell, Kim T & Gorbachev, Valeri (ill)" Sterling Publishing Co 2017 9781454920991 K-2 "Rufus the Pig has already sailed the seven seas on a pirate ship. Now he dreams of the Moon, the stars, and Mars! But Commander Luna tells him: 'No pigs in space!' Why? Because pigs pester the pilot, do loop-the-loops in the cabin, and always want to push buttons. Then Luna learns that she needs someone to read a book live from the Red Planet or the mission is scrubbed. Will Rufus finally blast off?" 74667 Rufus the numbat "Miller, David" Ford Street Publishing 2010 9781876462963 K-2 Rufus the numbat is just passing through but his quiet stroll through town causes all kinds of trouble for the people who live there. This very effective story encourages thinking about human impact on the environment. 4537 Rufus the writer "Bram, Elizabeth & Groenink, Chuck (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780385378536 K-2 "Why have a lemonade stand when you can have a story stand? That's what Rufus, a boy with a big imagination, decides. And once he's in business, he starts creating little gems for his friends and family. Millie and Walter trade a shell for his story called ""Why Orange Is the Best Colour."" Rufus writes little sister Annie a story for her birthday about a girl who shrinks to the size of a teacup. Sara trades flowers for a story about a family of buttons. And then they all sit down and read the wonderful stories together." Rugby League Reads 3-4 series Various 3-4 "Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Rugby League Reads K-2 series "Hirsch, Suzan" K-2 "Using the club mascots and various Rugby League players and captains, these books will allow readers to read about Rugby League and their favourite clubs and players, whilst engaging with text and practicing reading strategies. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." Rugby league reads series - magazine for primary students "Hirsch, Suzan & McDonald, Dr Lorraine (ed)" 5-6 "Jam-packed with information on all your favourite Rugby League teams and players. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 41514 Rules for stealing stars "Haydu, Corey Ann" HarperCollins US 2017 9780062352736 5-6 "Eleven year old Silly, the youngest of four sisters, is feeling ignored and lonely since their family has moved to her mother's childhood home in a desperate search for the peace her mother needs to stave off the sadness from her past. The house itself plays its part by sharing some of the family secrets through the power of magical wardrobes, each attuned to just a particular sister. However the wardrobes' powers are not always positive and it will take all four sisters working together to avoid the dreadful secrets from the past being repeated." 1883 Rules of summer "Tan, Shaun" Hachette Children's Books 2013 9781444908893 5-6 "A summer in the lives of two boys. Each spread tells of an event and the lesson learned. By turns, these events become darker and more sinister as the boys push their games further and further." 9232 Rumble fish "Hinton, S E" Penguin 2002 9780141312538 7-9 "Fourteen year old, Rusty-James, runs one of the meanest gangs in his neighbourhood. His reputation remains safe because his brother is the widely-feared Motorcycle Boy, but his brother is a peace-loving loner, unlike Rusty-James. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18398 Rumble in the jungle "Andreae, Giles & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Orchard Books 2005 9781860396601 K-2 This book has appealing and colourful verse about a variety of jungle animals. 3736 Run Damon run "Ingram, Anne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780091840761 3-4 "Many centuries ago, when the ancient gods ruled the world, a powerful king named Dionysius killed and plundered without any mercy. Damon, the shepherd, tried to free the country from terror." 18612 "Run, hare, run: story of a drawing, The" "Winch, John" Little Hare Books 2006 9781877003875 3-4 "As readers take up the cry of 'run, hare, run', they join his wild dash through fields and forests, farmyards, streets and lanes away from a pursuing hunter and hound. Exhausted, hare is finally caught, but he does not meet the end he expects." 12731 "Run, kid, run" "Daddo, Andrew & Smith, Craig (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733319280 5-6 "School holidays and Mum and the kids are off to the country. Mum is called back to her work where there is a no kid rule. When Mum has to break that rule, Jess and Harrison get into more and more strife." 7748 "Run, Pip, run" "Jones, J C" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743319222 5-6 "Pip Sullivan's tenth birthday was a disaster, and that was only the beginning. With her beloved Sully in hospital and the welfare hot on her heels, Pip needs time, money and a place to stay. She's determined to stay one step ahead of Senior Constable Molly Dunlop. With help from her friends, including a psychic cat and a canine escape artist, Pip must survive on wits and luck to stay out of dreaded foster homes so she can help Sully get better." 3738 "Runaway dinner, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & Inman, Bruce (ill)" Walker Books 2006 9781844280636 K-2 "Banjo has a sausage for his dinner every day. One day, his sausage, called Melvin, jumps off the plate and runs away, with the rest of Banjo's dinner, cutlery and furniture in pursuit." 31326 "Runaway hug, The" "Bland, Nick & Blackwood, Freya" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781865044057 K-2 "Mum has just one hug left for the night, so Lucy tries hard to share the hug with everyone before bed. But, the hug runs away before Lucy can give it back to Mum." 8790 "Runaway princess, The" "Dickins, Rosie (retold) & Coudray, E (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2013 9781409535928 3-4 "Princess Anna doesn't want to get married, so she runs away, with her beautiful dresses and disguised under a donkeyskin cloak to find her own happy ending." 12811 "Runaway tractor, The" "Amery, Heather & Cartwright, Stephen (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2000 9780746039137 K-2 For children just beginning to read. Ted loses control of the tractor and it ends up in the water. Ted's job is to get the tractor out. 49351 "Runaway troll, The" "Haig, Matt" Bodley Head 2009 9780370329888 5-6 "Samuel Blink has a list of what not to do if you're bored in Norway and want to stay out of trouble. It includes not finding a one-eyed troll under your bed, not hiding the troll in your wardrobe, not lying about why there is a smell of cabbage in your room and not attracting the attention of the most evil troll of all time, the Betterer. Unfortunately, Samuel breaks all his own rules but, luckily, he has a loving little sister." 26825 Runemarks "Harris, Joanne " Corgi Books 2007 9780552555753 7-9 "Young Maddy Smith is despised and feared because of her runemark, showing she has magic powers. Since the war which destroyed the Norse Gods, the Order has taken hold, decreeing all magic should be banned. Maddy is befriended by a mysterious old man who asks her to journey into the earth to bring back the Whisperer, an oracle which foreshadows amazing changes to the balance between Worlds. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3741 Runestone "Ciddor, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865086897 5-6 "Oddo, the farmer's son, gets into trouble for doing magic and Thora, the spell worker's daughter, is teased because she can't. Using the power of runes to fix things seems like a good idea, but they discover there's more to it than they thought." 17169 Runner "Newton, Robert" Penguin 2005 9780143302070 7-9 "A gritty, compelling book, set in Melbourne in the early 1900s. Charlie becomes a runner for an underworld crim, Squizzy Taylor, to support his mother and train to become a professional athlete. Some coarse language used in context." 3855 Running from the tiger "Darlison, Aleesah" Empowering Resources 2016 9780994501066 7-9 "Eleven year old Ebony has a secret, one not be shared with anyone. The eldest of three, soon to be four, children, Ebony has a difficult second role after school, looking after her siblings, farm chores such as chopping wood and gathering the cow manure, all at the forceful directive of her father. Every so often the roaring, terrifying tiger that dwells within her father springs to the surface leaving the rest of the family nowhere to hide and Ebony becomes protector of her sisters, becoming the target of his vocal and physical abuse. It is only through a new friendship when Teena arrives at the school, that Ebony sees a way of dealing with the tiger. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15366 "Running man, The" "Bauer, Michael Gerard" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781862915756 7-9 "When a young artistic boy is asked to draw a portrait of his neighbour, a disabled Vietnam veteran, the neighbours gossip. An uneasy relationship begins to unfold, one that will force the boy and the veteran to confront their darkest secrets, secrets of violence and abuse. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 1067 Running wild "Morpurgo, Michael" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2009 9780007317202 7-9 "For ten year old Will and his mother, going to Indonesia isn't just a holiday, it's a chance to put things behind them. At first, it seems just what they both need but, then, the tsunami comes crashing in. Oona, the elephant, that Will is riding on the beach, begins to run. When the tsunami has gone, Oona keeps on running. With only a bottle of water to sustain him, Will must learn to survive deep in the jungle. " 11566 Running with the horses "Lester, Alison" Viking Children's 2009 9780670868339 3-4 "Set during the second World War in Vienna at the Spanish Riding School famous for their Lipizzaners - the dancing white horses. Nina and her father must help the last of the horses flee the city. Nina's faith in an extraordinary old horse makes this an unforgettable story of courage, adventure and friendship." 8626 Runny babbit "Silverstein, Shel" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780060256531 3-4 "A book of spoonerisms that kids will love. Zany, witty verse full of innovative topsy turvey language." 2219 Russell and the lost treasure "Scotton, Rob" HarperCollins Australia 2006 9780007206247 K-2 "Russell, the sheep, is determined to find the lost treasure of Frogsbottom. Equipped with his super-duper treasure seeker, he searches high and low, up and down, in and out." 15542 Russell the sheep "Scotton, Rob" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780007206230 K-2 Russell can't sleep. He tries every way he knows but nothing is working. He even tries counting everything but still nothing works. Beautiful illustrations that will make you want to just reach out and pat Russell. 7819 Rust: a collection of short stories "Maekivi, Charles" Futuretrack Australia 2005 9781876603014 7-9 "Twelve short, engaging stories send readers on some humorous, tough and thought provoking journeys. The stories suit a wide range of reading abilities." 8729 "Ruthie Bon Bair, do not go to bed with wringing wet hair" "Lubner, Susan & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Harry N Abrams Inc 2006 9780810954700 K-2 The hilarious story of a girl with thick hair that took too long to dry. 1924 S.N.A.G.: the sensitive new-age gladiator "Clark, Margaret & Denton, Terry" Penguin 2001 9780141311685 3-4 A delightfully funny story set in ancient Roman times when Titus was emperor. It features many farcical and well-named characters. 43441 S.T.A.G.S "Bennett, M.A" Hot Key Books 2017 9781471406768 7-9 "When Greer MacDonald is one of a select few invited to a weekend of hunting, shooting and fishing at historic Longcross Hall by the mysterious Henry De Walencourt she cannot believe her luck but things may not all be what they seem. It does not take long for the students to realise that there is something more sinister afoot at Longcross than simply the dark corridors and animal heads hanging in every room. In fact their very lives might be at stake! A thriller full of twists and turns for lovers of The Hunger Games. Includes mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15046 S.W.A.L.K. "McNaughton, Colin" Collins 2003 9780007145676 K-2 Preston Pig writes to his friend Max. He thinks nothing interesting ever happens in his life but perhaps it does and Preston just doesn't notice. 928 "Sachiko: Nagasaki bomb survivor's story, A" "Stelson, Caren" Carolrhoda Books 2016 9781467789035 7-9 "August 9, 1945, began like any other day for 6 year old Sachiko. Her country was at war, she didn't have enough to eat. At 11:01 am, she was playing outdoors with four other children. Moments later, those children were all dead. An atomic bomb had exploded just a half mile away. A true story of a young girl who survived the atomic bomb and her long journey to find peace." 337 "Sack, The" "Mattingley, Christobel" Penguin 1993 9780140365580 5-6 "When Shane's dad loses his job, everything begins to change." 7192 "Sad, the dog" "Fussell, Sandy & Suwannakit, Tull (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781921529641 K-2 "Mr and Mrs Cripps feed their dog, wash him and even clean inside his ears. But, they don't give him a name, and they boom and bellow at him all the time. So, the dog gives himself a name." 338 Sadako and the thousand paper cranes "Coerr, Eleanor" Scholastic Australia 1999 9781876289485 7-9 "In the aftermath of the bombing of Hiroshima, Sadako's dying wish is to make one thousand paper cranes in accordance with the Japanese legend that says that the gods will grant the maker's wish to be well again." 46248 "Saddest king, The" "Wormell, Chris" Red Fox 2007 9780224070454 3-4 "There was once a country where the people were always happy. Being happy was a law set down by the King whose face held an unchanging grin. When a small boy was hauled before his majesty because he was in tears over the death of his dog, the boy noticed that the King was wearing a mask." 55255 Sadie and Ratz "Hartnett, Sonya & James, Ann (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780143303558 3-4 "Sadie and Ratz are Hannah's hands. They love to fight and, sometimes, they fight each other. Hannah's brother, Baby Boy, is only four but he can be very annoying and very tricky, and Sadie and Ratz get blamed for lots of things. But, one day Baby Boy goes too far. " Sage Cookson series "Murphy, Sally & Hulme, Celeste (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15109 "Saggy baggy elephant, The" "Jackson, Kathryn & Tenggren, Gustaf (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780375925900 K-2 "An elephant worries that his skin is wrinkly and saggy. When he meets his herd, he realises that he is just right." 14556 Sail away: the ballad of Skip and Nell "Fox, Mem & Lofts, Pamela (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865049519 3-4 "A tale of two young dingoes who set out on a log to see the America's Cup yacht race in Fremantle WA, and take the long way round." 3784 Sailing home "Thompson, Colin" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780733605505 3-4 "Rain and more rain! When Peter's family wakes one morning to discover their house is adrift in the middle of the ocean, it is the start of an adventure." 24986 Sally and the limpet "James, Simon" Walker Books 2008 9781406308464 3-4 "One Sunday by the sea, Sally pulls and pulls at a brightly coloured limpet shell. It makes a squelching noise and sticks firmly to her finger. Everyone has a go at removing the limpet but it just won't let go. When Sally's teacher says a limpet lives for twenty years and spends its lifetime on the same rock, Sally desperately wants to put things back just the way they were for the limpet." 9570 Sally's painting room "Orr, Wendy & Bowles, Janice (ill)" Koala Books 1999 9780864611109 3-4 "Sally finds a wonderful, secret attic space in her busy house, away from the annoyance of brothers and sisters. Here she creates her own private studio to paint the pictures that dance and sing in her head." 6509 Sally's story "Morgan, Sally" Fremantle Press 2003 9780949206787 7-9 "The first part of Sally Morgan's My Place, presented as Sally's story of her school days, her family, growing up, going to university and trying to discover her place." 12444 Salmon forest "Suzuki, David, Ellis, Sarah & Lott, Sheena (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781741141726 3-4 "Take a walk in the woods with Kate and her dad to find out why the Pacific rainforest is called the salmon forest and how the salmon and the forest need each other. You'll also meet fat slugs, squawking gulls and a bear that is hungry for fish." 1306 Sam & Dave dig a hole "Barnett, Mac & Klassen, Jon (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781406357769 K-2 "Sam and Dave dig down, down, down until they find something spectacular." 10173 Sam and Albert go to sea "Elliott, Louise" Wombat Books 2010 9781921633089 3-4 Sam wants to go to sea again but Albert is reluctant. Every day he comes up with a different excuse. The funny thing is Sam is a cat and Albert is the sailor. Perhaps there is a reason why Albert is not so keen. 35311 Sam and his dad "Bloch, Serge" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2011 9780980607086 K-2 "When Sam grows up, he wants to be just like his dad. Sam's dad is an artist and Sam's life is full of creativity, exploration and adventure, as he plays with his little brother, goes to the park, visits a farm and goes on holiday, all in the company of the long-suffering but affectionate dad he loves so much." 17692 Sam and the killer robot "Rossell, Judith" Little Hare Books 2007 9781921272103 3-4 "Sam is going to eat as many Bisky Briks as it takes to collect all the parts of the super robot. But with each added part comes renewed danger, in this thriller set in your average family home with your average but very funny family." 5086 Sam Sullivan's scooter "Godwin, Jane & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Penguin 2009 9780143303619 3-4 "Despite Mum's advice, Sam can't resist putting his fingers in the handlebars of his scooter. Sam had no idea that a scooter could cause so much trouble." 9898 Sam the cat "Bowring, Sam & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2012 9781921504297 K-2 "Sam lives very happily in a tumbledown house with Jane and Ian. But, when they bring home a baby boy, not only does the baby get all the attention, he even steals Sam's name." 19198 Sam's bush journey "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" Little Hare Books 2009 9781921541049 K-2 Sam is a city boy who doesn't much care about the wonders of the bush. The shrubs are scratchy and the mosquitoes bite. Sam thinks he wouldn't care if the bush disappeared. 5537 Sam's surfboard showdown "Wester, Allayne. L & Clarke, Amanda S." Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742991894 3-4 "Sam is the boy to know in the school. He is good looking, smart and a great sportsman until a new boy comes to town, Finn Hester. The boys seem to compete in everything. Then they become rivals in the Nipper's exciting competition...to win a surfboard signed by Mick Fanning. Sam is keen to win, but Finn has a deeper motivation to win." 27361 "Sam, Grace and the shipwreck" "Gillespie, Michelle & Martinez, Sonia (ill)" Fremantle Press 2011 9781921696008 3-4 "Sixteen year old Grace Bussell was hailed a hero for her part in saving fifty passengers and crew from drowning, when the SS Georgette was wrecked off the coast of Western Australia in 1876. But, the rescue would never have been possible without the guidance and leadership of Sam Isaacs, an Aboriginal stockman." 13924 Samantha Seagull's sandals "Winch, Gordon" Childerset Publishers 2004 9780949130037 K-2 "Samantha Seagull longs to be different and thinks that new shoes will do the trick. She tries many pairs but none provide the desired effect. Then, one day, something changes." 5333 Same "Roe, Katrina & Trappel, Jemima (ill)" Wombat Books 2015 9781925139266 K-2 "When Uncle Charlie comes to visit, Ivy keeps her distance. She's a little bit scared because he seems so different from other people Ivy knows. Uncle Charlie finds a way to show Ivy that he is not so different after all." 53072 Sami's genies "England, Kathryn & Smith, Craig (ill)" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303541 3-4 "Sami lives with his Grandfather Ali on a vegetable farm. Sami would love to go to school but, instead, he helps his grandfather who is old and can't cope alone with all the hard work. They sell their produce at the town market. One day, Sami trades some eggs for a box containing four dirty old lamps." 15946 Samsara dog "Manos, Helen & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Working Title Press 2006 9781876288624 5-6 "Samsara Dog lived many lives. Some were long, while others lasted only a few days. Dog never remembered them. He lived each life as it came until he learned the most important lesson of all." 74295 Samuel's kisses "Collum, Karen & Geddes, Serena (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042157 K-2 "Samuel loves going shopping with his mum. He smiles and blows kisses to all the unhappy shoppers, spreading fun and happiness to all those around him." Samurai kids series "Fussell, Sandy & Nest James, Rhian (ill)" 5-6 "Adventure, action and quirky humour in a Japanese samurai setting. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 340 Sand swimmers: the secret life of Australia's dead heart "Oliver, Narelle" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780850917680 5-6 A picture book that follows Charles Sturt's journey north from Adelaide in 1844 and describes the desert environment he encountered. 5909 Sandcastle "Bunting, Philip" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760295387 K-2 Rae and Grandad set out to build a sandcastle. They make a tall tower. They raise great ramparts. They dig a deep moat. They even find a dragon. But will it be enough to hold the tide? 22996 "Sandcastle, The" "Robertson, M P" Koala Books 2001 9781845078003 K-2 "Jack loves building sandcastles but no matter how strongly he builds them, the sea always sweeps them away. Then, one night, a seagull outside his window wakes him up and calls him down to the beach. There, Jack finds the sandcastle he built the day before but it's now very different. " 3936 "Sands of shark island, The: A school ship tobermory adventure" "McCall Smith, Alexander & McIntosh, Iain (ill)" Birlinn Ltd 2016 9781780273945 3-4 "After successfully thwarting a dastardly plan to steal rare marine animals, from the sea around the Scottish island of Mull, Ben and Fee MacTavish feel they can relax and continue learning all about nautical life on board School Ship Tobermory. But it is not long before their everyday routine is interrupted by an extraordinary event. Ben, Fee, their fellow students and the crew of the Tobermory find themselves embroiled in another adventure that leads them thousands of miles from Mull to a small island in the Caribbean, where they learn extraordinary details about Captain Macbeth's past and come face to face with modern-day pirates." 9968 Sandy feet "Buick, Nikki" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253157 7-9 "Hunter's mum thinks the road trip up the Queensland coast will bring the family closer, now that his stepdad and baby brother are part of the mix. But, with tension and secrets sizzling beneath the happy family facade, the trip becomes Hunter's worst nightmare. The further away from home he gets, the more he can't shake thoughts of the accident that took his dad away. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 10177 Santa Claus in Baghdad and other stories about teens in the Arab world "Marston, Ella" Indiana University Press 2008 9780253220042 7-9 "Eight short stories that provide a window into the little known world of teenagers growing up in different parts of the Arab world, including Iraq, Tunisia, Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Jordan." 31710 Santa's Aussie holiday "Farrer, Maria & Walker, Anna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2007 9781741690187 K-2 Fun book about Santa Claus picking a holiday destination. This year he is off to Australia. Some key tourist destinations are mentioned as Santa makes the most of his vacation. 5373 Santa's outback secret "Dumbleton, Mike & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857982254 K-2 "Santa has received a special Christmas letter, which leads him to packing a bag just before Christmas and spending some time in the Australian outback." 36878 Santa's suit "Cali, Davide & Heliot, Eric" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2008 9780980416572 3-4 "It's Christmas Eve in the North Pole and the situation is serious. Santa is getting ready to deliver all the Christmas presents but he can't find his famous, red suit." 30253 Sarah and the steep slope "Ottley, Matt & Parker, Danny (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781742974675 K-2 "When everything feels like an uphill battle, your friends will get you through. Sarah wakes to find a steep hill has sprung up around the house overnight, preventing her from leaving. No matter what she tries, the hill won't budge. When the Hill Doctor suggests she gets in touch with her friends, Sarah discovers how the healing power of friendship can transform the steepest slope. " 2243 Sarah's heavy heart "Carnavas, Peter" New Frontier Publishing 2009 9781921042058 3-4 Sarah knows that her heart will always be hers to carry. She just wishes it wasn't quite so heavy. 341 "Sarah, plain and tall" "MacLachlan, Patricia" Walker Books 1998 9780744560169 5-6 "Sarah has come from Maine to live on the prairie farm to be mother to two children, but she misses the sea." 43616 Sarindi and the lucky Buddha "Fraser, Janine M & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732287757 3-4 "Sarindi tries everything to help his mother regain her health. A meeting with a stranger at Lucky Buddha's shrine changes Sarindi's life. Readers will gain an understanding of the beliefs, rituals and superstitions of the Indonesian people." 82692 Sarindi's dragon kite "Fraser, Janine M & Hurst, Elise (ill) " Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732287764 3-4 "It's Sarindi's birthday and what he wants more than anything else is the multi-coloured dragon kite he sees in the market. When he wakes up and sees the kite, he can't wait to go to the beach to fly it with his father. But, an earthquake has flattened a nearby town and he and his father must go to see if they can help." 18574 Sassycat: the night of the dead "Harland, Richard" Omnibus Books 2005 9781862916708 7-9 "Sassycat is lightning fast and beautiful but, so conceited. She places her human carer, Rebecca, in great danger of being possessed by evil ghosts. Sassycat must stop thwarting the local pets and become a team player to protect Rebecca. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Saurus street series "Falk, Nick & Flowers, Tony (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5826 "Savage, The: graphic novel" "Almond, David" Walker Books 2008 9781406308150 7-9 "An extraordinary graphic novel that confronts raw grief visually and through the words of Blue Baker, devestated at the loss of his father and offended by the patronising support he is offered. Blue's grief is angry and violent and inconsolable. Strangely though Blue does find relief from his suffering and the record of his journey is here. Strong language and images used in context. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 34463 Savannah dreams "Stewart, Lolla" Little Hare Books 2011 9781921714030 K-2 "From Sunday to Saturday, Savannah and her family go looking for bush tucker. Her father, mother, brother and sister each find food to bring home to share, but Savannah only finds pieces of rubbish and junk. At the end of the week, Savannah's brother is wondering why they bother to bring her along at all. But, eventually, he discovers that Savannah's imagination is important too." 13000 Save our sharks "Metzenthen, David & Smith, Craig (ill)" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143306405 5-6 "The Seaport Junior Sharks just can't win a game. Their coach is in trouble, their footy ground is unsafe due to lack of rain and the team needs more players. They are in danger of ceasing to exist but the Sharks never give up. " 342 Saving Abbie "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2000 9780141307404 7-9 "Abbie is a very engaging, six year old, orphan orang-utan on the final leg of an odyssey that will see her reintroduced to her Kalamantan home. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17478 Saving Arthur "England, Kathryn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408716 5-6 "Casey Cantrell's mother buys an antique grandfather clock but when Casey turns the clock's key, she is magically transported back to the time of King Arthur." 21033 Saving Moonbeam "Clark, Sherryl & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143303602 5-6 "When Gemma sees a starving, neglected horse, she is determined to help him survive. Gemma soon discovers that, with everyone trying to stop her including the owner and her parents, saving the horse won't be easy." 790 Saving Mr Pinto "Lester, Alison & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741148893 3-4 "It's time for the Royal Show and Bonnie and Sam are going to help their riding teacher get ready for a big competition. There's so much to do and remember but everything changes when the girls stumble across a sad, starving pony in a backyard near the showgrounds." 51064 Saving pandas "Litchfield, Carla" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742031149 5-6 "Cute, cuddly and completely misunderstood, giant pandas are endangered, with fewer than 2500 adults left in the wild. Find out about their life cycle, their diet, mating habits and why we need to protect this endangered species." 72025 Saving Rafael "Wilson, Leslie" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709184 7-9 "In Germany, in World War II, Jenny's father is taken prisoner by the Americans and her brother is killed. When the mother of her Jewish friend, Rafael, is taken by the Gestapo Jenny's family hides him. The story traces the dangers facing Jenny and Rafael, and their eventual escape. Adult themes, violence, coarse language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 2107 Saving Thanehaven "Jinks, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743317747 7-9 "Imagine if you discovered your whole world was actually in a computer. Noble is a knight who must fight everything he encounters in his quest to reach the castle and free the princess. But he's tired. Rufus comes along and turns his world upside down with his own ideas about how to get ahead: don't play by the rules. Suddenly, life is more interesting - and less painful - than ever before. But the new rules are harder to live by than the old ones." 18534 "Saw doctor, The" "Crew, Gary & Cox, David" National Museum of Australia Press 2006 9781876944414 3-4 Life during the Depression can be tough especially when there's no money and dad's out of work but there are some things that Jo Boy can do to help. 5030 "Say yes: Story of friendship, fairness and a vote for hope" "Castles, Jennifer & Seden, Paul (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294670 5-6 "Once there were two little girls who were best friends. They did everything together. As they got older they weren't allowed to do the same thing anymore. Because they looked different. Because of the law. This is a story about the landmark 1967 Referendum, the two women who came together to change the law...and how the Australian people said yes." 2852 "Scallywags blow their top, The" "Melling, David" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2010 9780340988152 K-2 "The Scallywags are a band of unruly wolves who find it hard to behave properly. But after they storm out of the forest show, they meet their match in the shape of a little sheep. it's not long before they are begging to be accepted again by the other animals." 22696 Scaly-tailed possum and echidna "Goonack, C & Goonack, K (ill) & Goonack, M (ill) & Goonack, M (ill)" Magabala Books 2010 9781921248160 3-4 "This vividly illustrated book features two iconic Australian animals, the scaly-tailed possum, found only in a remote part of the Kimberley, and one of Australia's most unusual mammals, the echidna. A traditional Dreamtime story." 18524 "Scarecrow and his servant, The" "Pullman, Philip" Corgi Books 2005 9780440863762 5-6 "An ordinary scarecrow, struck by lightning, comes to life. Jack becomes his faithful servant. As the scarecrow plunges them into terrifying dangers, Jack does not realises he's being followed by a family desperately wishing it had never happened." 18554 Scarecrow army: the Anzacs at Gallipoli "Davidson, Leon" Black Dog Books 2005 9781876372606 7-9 Part of the ANZAC story. Factual historical recollections are combined with a fiction to reveal the thoughts and feelings of the young soldiers and the horrendous conditions they endured and survived. 6311 "Scarecrows' wedding, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffer, Axel" Scholastic UK 2014 9781407144412 K-2 "Betty O'Barley and Harry O'Hay invite you to the best wedding ever. The scarecrow couple sets off for a hunt round the farm for everything they need for the festivities. When Harry's search for flowers takes him far away, his villainous scarecrow rival, Reginald Rake, sees his chance to ruin this beautiful day." 23421 "Scared book, The" "Tidball, Debra" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9780734417503 K-2 "This story is about to begin, when our book realises it might be a scary story! Help, can you help? What are some of the ways you can help yourself when feeling scared? Fun and interactive story with wonderful illustrations." 21173 Scaredy book: It's not always easy to be brave! "Sillett, Devon & King, Cara (ill)" Exisle Publishing 2018 9781925335682 K-2 Book longs for adventure but is too scared to leave the library. Then Book meets Emma - and learns how to be brave! 21176 Scaredy cat "Gallagher, Heather & Tortop, Anil (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594171 K-2 "A little girl shows how far she will go to protect her beloved pet. " 18013 Scaredy cat and the boo "Broad, Michael" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2008 9780340917794 K-2 "Scaredy Cat, as his name suggests, is scared. He's frightened of just about everything, from noises to shadows. When he meets Boo, a little mouse, with a lot of confidence, Scaredy Cat is introduced to a wider world." 18518 Scaredy cats: catnapped "Rayner, Shoo" Orchard Books 2005 9781843627463 3-4 "By night, the secret society of the Scaredy Cats tell each other spooky tales. Stories with humour and plenty of shocks and scares along the way. Ideal for newly independent readers." 21546 "Scarlet and Ivy: Lights under the lake, The" "Cleverly, Sophie" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780008218324 5-6 "Locals say that at night the troubled souls buried in the ancient flooded graveyard no longer rest in peace...Twins Scarlet and Ivy Grey can't wait to sign up for the school trip and get away from lessons for a few days. But nothing is as it seems; the creepy lakeside hotel and the deep waters of Lake Seren hide dark secrets. Precious things disappear from their rooms, a malicious force leaves a trail of destruction and mysteries start to surface. If they ever hope to leave this place, the girls from Rookwood School must face the danger head on..." 25763 Scarlett and the scratchy moon "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315156 3-4 "Scarlett can't sleep again. The moon is scratching the sky, and she's counting sheep called Daddy Neema, Mummy Neema and Baby Neema. Scarlett is also sad because her pet dogs, Holly and Sparky, have died. But then a surprise comes to the door and the world seems new again." 13376 Scarlett's bat "Bone, Ian & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300427 3-4 "Scarlett Finnegan loves cricket but never gets to play on the team. When McGanty breaks his leg she has the chance to prove her worth, but is it just her talent. It seems as if she has a magic bat." 10960 "Scarlett, starlet" "Quay, Emma" ABC Books 2015 9780733331589 K-2 "Scarlett loves to dance and her house is always filled with rhythm. Her parents clap along and Little Jazzy Jo-Jo's paws tap-tap-tap in time. But, when Scarlett's dream of dancing on a real stage finally comes true, Little Jo-Jo has to stay at home. Scarlett will have to find her own rhythm." 45334 "Scarves, The" "Bunge, Daniela" Penguin 2006 9780698400450 3-4 "Grandma and Grandpa don't think they love each other anymore. Their likes and dislikes are too different. But, their granddaughter sees how miserable they are when they're apart and hatches a plan that just might bring them back together." 17488 Scary dog "Anderson, Scoular" Walker Books 2005 9781844289455 K-2 "Bonzo goes to 'Dog School' to learn how to scare cats. When his family gets a new kitten, he forgets all he has learned." 18815 Scary night "Gibbes, Lesley & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Working Title Press 2014 9781921504631 K-2 "Once upon a scary night, three friends set out on a journey. Hare, Cat and Pig wander through the darkness." Scholastic question & answer series Various 5-6 "Answers to the questions you always wanted to ask and ideal for quizzing your friends. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 13679 School days around the world "Chambers, Catherine" Dorling Kindersley 2007 9781405319430 3-4 "A look at an average school day in the lives of children from seven countries around the world, showing how they are all different and yet all the same." 1233 "School for girls, A" "Grice, Natalie" Watts Publishing Group 2000 9780749635497 3-4 "It is 1850, and Annie Foster's twin brother, Artie, is off to school while Annie seems doomed to a life of housework and needlecraft." School magazine - Countdown and Blast Off School magazine team 3-4 "Any two Countdown or Blast Off magazines can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." School magazine - Orbit and Touchdown School magazine team 5-6 "Any two Orbit or Touchdown magazines can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3825 School of wizardry "Doyle, Debra & Macdonald, James D" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780733616891 5-6 Twelve year old Randal's apprenticeship in the School of Wizardry is marred when he realises one of the master wizards is using evil spells to destroy the school and gain supreme power. 6945 School ship Tobermory "McCall Smith, Alexander & McIntosh, Iain (ill)" Birlinn Ltd 2015 9781780273334 3-4 "Twins, Ben and Fee MacTavish, are off to boarding school while their marine researcher parents explore the seas in their small submarine. But, it's not a traditional boarding school, it's a training sailing ship off the coast of Scotland. Like all schools, there are rules to learn, friends to make and bullies to avoid. Even in such small confines, mystery and intrigue find a place with a stowaway, a suspect film crew and rare animal trading." 15394 "School trip, The" "Butterworth, Nick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1996 9780340547199 K-2 "Tracey and Sam are off to the museum for a school trip but Matthew Tibbs is missing. They have an adventure exploring all the exhibits especially the dinosaurs. When it's time to go home, Matthew Tibbs still can't be found." Schooling around series "Griffiths, Andy" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8703 Schumann the shoeman "Danalis, John & Danalis, Stella (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702236211 3-4 "Schumann the Shoeman was adored. The shoes he made were really beautiful and lasted a lifetime. No two pairs were ever the same. Outside his shop, on an elegant shoe-shaped sign, Schumann tied the laces into an elegant bow to let customers know when their shoes were ready. However, when a shoe factory opened in the town, Schumann's world was about to change forever." 4169 Sci-fi Junior High "Martin, John & Seegert, Scott" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743818046 5-6 "It isn't easy being the son of two of the smartest people in the galaxy, especially when everyone at your new school expects you to be a genuius too! Kelvin Klosmo and his interterrestial friends will need to work together to save the universe, because you never know in a science space station, if one of the scientists will turn out to be a mad robot. " 26153 "Science book, The" "Golion, Matilda (edit)" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405354134 5-6 "Explore science through twenty-four big ideas, the key concepts to help understand how science works in your world. Bursting with facts and close-up graphics, this book explains tricky concepts using accessible visuals. Discover why supercooling frogs show how living things adapt to their environment and how the bumps on a whale's fin help aeroplanes to fly." 22986 "Scientist, scientist, who do you see?" "Ferrie, Chris" Sourcebooks Inc 2018 9781492656180 K-2 "Full of scientific fun, Scientist, Scientist, Who Do You See? features appearances from real-life scientists including Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Charles Darwin, Ada Lovelace, and more! Young readers will delight in poking fun at a familiar text while learning about scientists who changed the world." 27648 Scout "Pluss, Nicole" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143204589 7-9 "Life for Kit Lovell has not been easy. She never knew her father, a renowned sea captain who drowned after his ship sank. Kit's grandmother dies and she and her mother are evicted from their home in England. When Kit's mother agrees to marry a man she has never met, they embark on a treacherous and monotonous journey to the far flung colony of South Australia. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 59345 Scrambled egg "Binks, Wendy" Stunned Emu Press 2007 9780646479293 3-4 "Fluster, the corella, is frantic. Her egg has fallen from her nest. Stripey and Leggy want to help her but, before they can make a plan, the egg begins to hatch. Soon, the strangest creature appears, it is definitely not a bird of any kind. Join Stripey and his friends as they search for the mother of the funny little grub that has hatched." Scratch kitten series "Green, Jessica & Vane, Mitch (ill)" 3-4 "Tired of life on the docks, Scratch Kitten runs away to sea, keen to make a name for himself as a brave ship's cat. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5856 Scrimshaw "Anhar, Nazam" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693386 7-9 Young Nathan is taken hostage by Captain Graham and his pirates. Nathan must decide whether to succumb to pressure and join the murderous crew or fight for his freedom. 6214 Scruff sheep "Church, Caroline Jayne" Oxford University Press 2006 9780192791634 K-2 "Scruff sheep is the one sheep on the farm who is always late and who almost always leads to disaster. But, one day, he might just be in the right place to help a little hen with a very big problem." 23302 Scrummy "Hodgkinson, Leigh" Orchard Books 2010 9781408309360 K-2 "Sunny McCloud thinks her family is like a sandwich. She's the yummy cheese, her twin brothers are the salady, occasionally annoying, goodness bits and her parents are the slices of bread, keeping everything together. But, it seems a bit boring and Sunny wants to add some exciting ingredients, like bananas and ice cream." 15072 Scuffy the tugboat "Crampton, Gertrude & Gergely, Tibor (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780307105479 K-2 Scuffy escapes from his owners and floats out to sea. He really enjoys his freedom until things become dangerous. 5272 Scythe "Shusterman, Neal" Walker Books 2018 9781406379242 7-9 "In a perfect world, what is there left to fear? In a world where disease, war and crime have been eliminated, the only way to die is to be randomly gleaned (killed) by professional scythes. Citra and Rowan are 16 year old teenagers who have been selected to be scythes' apprentices, and despite wanting nothing to do with the vocation, they must learn the art of gleaning and understand the necessity of what they do. Only one of them will be chosen as a scythe's apprentice and as Citra and Rowan come up against a terrifyingly corrupt Scythedom, it becomes clear that the winning apprentice's first task will be to glean the loser. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3343 Sea fever "Philip, Gillian" Evans Bros 2008 9780237537289 7-9 Saul loves the water but his dad hates it. Saul's mum walked into the sea and drowned. Now Saul's dad has moved him far away and Saul yearns for the sea. 31153 "Sea of words, A: an ABC of the deep blue sea" "Toft, Kim Michelle" Silkim Books 2006 9780975839003 K-2 "Fantastic alphabet book of aquatic animals, with each letter making great use of alliteration and supported by amazing illustration." 16954 Sea secrets "Wadds, Gillian M" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409782 7-9 "Young Zena and her Year 7 school friends investigate a mystery that seems to indicate the presence of abalone poachers in her coastal town, a declared marine sanctuary. When a new boy at school goes missing, events unravel and interlink, causing Zena to grow up fast. She gains new understanding of her parents, her friends, and herself." 2884 "Sea singer, The" "Dasgupta, Shome" Accent Press 2016 9781910939215 7-9 "March was born in April, just as the sun set. She is a singing baby, who never sleeps. The town of Kolkaper is on edge and the Town Council orders scientists to take her away to the Cave Forest, a place to study freaks like her. Acting quickly, March's parents send her to safety in a distant town. But, March's destiny lies in the town of her birth and she must return to save the city from itself." 9473 Sea turtles "Dunbier, Sally" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734401434 3-4 "Simple, clear descriptions of the seven different species of sea turtles that live in the world's oceans including information on their diet, habitat, appearance and life cycle." 12059 "Sea-Breeze Hotel, The" "Vaughan, Marcia" Margaret Hamilton 1995 9780947241414 K-2 Life is tough at the Sea-Breeze Hotel where the strong winds are keeping guests away. Young Sam comes up with the perfect solution of how to fill the hotel with people who appreciate the breeze. 25425 Seadog "Saxby, Claire & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742756509 K-2 "Seadog is not a working dog, he doesn't fetch, is not a performer of tricks and is not clean, shiny or fluffy, but he is full of energy and is lots of fun." "Seadog adventure series, A" "O'Dowd, Annie" 3-4 "Illustrated chapter books about the adventures of Seadogs, fictional animals who live in coastal areas in Australia. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18345 Seadragon sea "Spurling, Margaret & Snell, Danny (ill)" Working Title Press 2005 9781876288617 K-2 Ten baby seahorses need to find their way to the seagrass meadow. One seahorse is left behind and encounters various sea creatures on the journey to the meadow. A counting book based on marine animals. 6517 Seagull "Snell, Danny" Working Title Press 2015 9781921504815 K-2 "Seagull loves to fly. It makes her heart sing. But, when she gets caught in a tangle of fishing line on the beach, she is unable to fly. Many creatures try to untangle the line but Seagull can only watch as other birds fly effortlessly above." 5735 Seahorse "Pascoe, Bruce" Magabala Books 2015 9781921248931 5-6 "Whenever they can, Jack and his family escape to Seahorse Bay. On one visit, Jack is excited to discover a sunken boat, not far off the coast. When he shows his father, they realise it's in pristine condition and decide to take on the challenge of salvaging it. When the mysterious boat is finally raised, the adventure begins." 112082 Seams of gold "Cheng, Christopher & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2007 9781876944520 3-4 "Danny is off to the goldfields with his uncle who has sung in the Chinese Opera but now sews. Reluctantly, Danny also discovers he has a talent for sewing repairs and for creating beautiful things." 7360 "Search for the perfect child, The" "Fearnley, Jan" Walker Books 2007 9781406306019 K-2 "People say that there is no such thing as the perfect child. Fido Fonteyn, the cleverest, sharpest, coolest dog detective in the whole world, is on a mission to sniff one out." 8673 "Search of Fred Beaney, The" "Ryan, Kate & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Lothian Books 2007 9780734410146 3-4 "Fred Beaney doesn't want very much, just a round watch with black hands and a loud tick. Fred searches everywhere, from Argentina to the Cocos Islands, determined to find his heart's desire." Sebastian Darke series "Caveney, Philip" 7-9 "A swashbuckling, adventure series about an unlikely hero and a cast of crazy characters. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 11198 Sebastian lives in a hat "Catterwell, Thelma & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Omnibus Books 2008 9781862910980 K-2 "Four month old Sebastian's mother has been killed at the side of the road. The tiny wombat must be nursed carefully by the author if he is to survive and finally be returned to the wild. When Sebastian first comes into her life, he fits inside a hat." 7881 "Second sky, The" "Guest, Patrick & Bentley, Jonathan (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127985 K-2 "The first thing Gilbert sees when he hatches from his egg is the sky. It is love at first sight and from that moment on Gilbert longs to fly like other birds. But Penguins don't fly, they waddle, and so begins Gilbert's quest to find his place in the world. Great things happen when you reach for the sky. " 89538 Second star to the right "Hautzig, Deborah" Walker Books 2008 9781406315493 7-9 "Leslie is a normal, healthy, well-adjusted fourteen year old going to a good school. She has a great friend and her mother loves her to the moon and back. But, something is wrong and Leslie would be happy if only she was thinner. A very candid disclosure of the story of a young girl in the grip of anorexia nervosa, of the fight she had to conquer her problems and a subtle insight into her particular circumstances. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " Secret Agent Derek Danger Dale series "Bauer, Michael Gerard & Bauer, Joe (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 27774 "Secret cooking club, The" "Remington, Laurel" Chicken House 2016 9781910655245 5-6 "Twelve year old Scarlett is the star and the victim of her mum's popular blog. The butt of school jokes, she's eager to stay firmly out of the spotlight. So, when Scarlett discovers the kitchen next door, left empty by an elderly neighbour in hospital, she begins to bake from the hand written recipe book she finds. As more people find out and Scarlett's confidence grows, The Secret Cooking Club is formed. Scarlett's life changes forever." 17540 "Secret country, The" "Johnson, Jane & Stower, Adam (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2005 9781416904199 3-4 When Ben walks into a pet shop the last thing he expects is to buy a talking cat. Iggy is from a secret country slowly losing its creatures. Ben sets out to save them but encounters great evil that tries to stop him succeeding. 344 "Secret Garden, The" "Burnett, Frances Hodgson" Oxford University Press 2001 9780192835963 5-6 "After losing her parents, young Mary Lennox is sent from India to live in her uncle's gloomy mansion on the wild English moors. She is lonely and has no one to play with. But, when she learns of a hidden, secret garden, somewhere in the grounds that no one is allowed to enter, Mary discovers a world she could never have imagined." 43490 "Secret of black rock, The" "Todd-Stanton, Joe" Flying Eye Books 2017 9781911171256 K-2 "Erin is fascinated by the legend of Black Rock. A huge, dark and spiky mass that is said to destroy any boats that come near it. But are the tales really true? One day Erin sneaks on board her mother's fishing boat to find out..." 7695 "Secret of Nightingale Wood, The" "Strange, Lucy" Chicken House 2016 9781910655030 7-9 "This is the tale of story-loving Henrietta and her family who are struggling with illness in their new house by Nightingale Wood. Worse, Henrietta is starting to see mysterious figures and strange cats that seem to be calling her into the woods and beyond. What does it all mean and is it true what they say, does a witch really live in Nightingale Wood?" 6132 "Secret of the lonely isles, The" "Van Os, Joanne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781741662528 5-6 "Jem's world has been turned upside down by a family crisis, and then it gets worse. Along comes Ella, Jem's great-aunt, who's also a solo round-the-world sailor. She decides that what Jem, his sister, Maddy, and brother, Tyler, need is a sea change. Seasickness isn't the only thing that Jem adds to his list of woes. He keeps having strange and troubling dreams, and someone is stalking them." 3856 "Secret safe to tell, A" "Hunter, Naomi & Erasmus, Karen (ill)" Empowering Resources 2015 9780994501004 3-4 "It happened when I was little, always when we were alone. But sometimes he did things that worried me and made me feel completely strange on the inside. I thought games were supposed to be fun." Secret series "Bosch, Pseudonymous" 7-9 "It all starts with a magician and a mysterious box of vials. Investigating would be very dangerous. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Secret seven series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 29447 Secret world of butterflies "Meredith, Courtney Sina & Clarkson, Giselle (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760633608 3-4 "Butterflies are beautiful but they have some very off habits - welcome to their secret world. Did you know that butterflies taste with their feet, do a dark-red poo when they come out of their chrysalises and that some drink the tears of crocodiles? " 12941 "Secret world of lizards, The" "Claybourne, Anna" Raintree 2004 9780739870235 3-4 "An explanation of how and why lizards behave as they do, how they communicate and reproduce, what they eat, their role on the planet and how pollution and habitat destruction may threaten their existence." 18583 "Secret world of wombats, The" "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780207200311 5-6 "An engaging, personalised account of living with wombats. Anecdotal notes made over a number of years make this an entertaining, scientifically interesting and informative book." 345 Secrets in the fire "Mankell, Henning" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865081816 7-9 Based on a true account of a young refugee girl's determination to overcome the loss of her legs in a Mozambique landmine accident. A deeply moving and unforgettable story. 9955 Secrets in the Tingle Forest "Schofield, Louise" Fremantle Press 2003 9781863683715 5-6 The book follows twelve year old Sharni on a journey into the Tingle Forrest. It is exactly a year since Sharni's father died in a horrific forestry incident and she is still in deep mourning. Sharni blames her mother for her father's death. 23179 Secrets of Deltora "Rodda, Emily & McBride, Marc (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741692082 5-6 "Doran, the Dragonlover, is compelled to undertake the great task of introducing the wonders of Deltora to travellers. Follow his expedition through the seven gem territories and gain an insight into Deltora's dangers, people and places, magic and monsters, creatures and customs. Keen readers may even uncover a hidden message." 18549 Secrets of Eromanga "Gwyther, Sherryl" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734409126 5-6 "Ellie loves fossils and has the opportunity to go on a dig with Tom and Peta. When they encounter ruthless criminals illegally mining for valuable fossils, they must work together to survive." Secrets of the immortal Nicholas Flamel series "Scott, Michael" 7-9 "This adventure series combines legend, mythology and history. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18326 Secrets of the Sphinx "Giblin, James Cross & Ibatoulline, Bagram (ill)" Scholastic US 2005 9780590098472 7-9 "Large, well-illustrated book with historical information and intriguing facts about the sphinx, the origin of its craftsmen, the Rosetta Stone and Atlantis." 2972 "Secrets we keep, The" "Weetman, Nova" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254215 5-6 "Clem Timmins has lost it all, her house, her possessions and her clothes. Now living in a tiny flat with her dad, she has to go to a new school, far from what she knows. On Clem's first day, she meets Ellie and, to fit in, Clem reveals a secret she immediately regrets sharing. When Clem receives a letter she doesn't want to read, it becomes clear that she can't run from her past forever, especially when the truth appears right in front of her face." 5253 "Secrets we share, The" "Weetman, Nova" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259784 5-6 "Clem is slowly rebuilding her life after a house fire destroyed everything. She's about to start high school with her two best friends and she's finally settled into living with her dad in their tiny flat. But when her mum unexpectedly moves in, Clem feels like there's no space for her. Then she meets Matt, a funny and rebellious fourteen-year-old with family troubles of his own. When everything starts to unravel, Clem must decide which secrets to keep and which to share. " 5815 See "McCartney, Tania & Racklyeft, Jess " Exisle Publishing 2018 9781925335675 K-2 There's magic all around you. Can you see? What can you hear? Flip-Book format! 12532 See food "Kuchling, Guundie" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136023 3-4 Cut outs replicate a microscopic view of sea life that becomes part of a food chain with each step in the chain increasing in size. 346 See how they run "McRobbie, David" Penguin 1999 9780141303338 7-9 A British family is forced to flee to Australia to escape criminals in England. This six-part thriller is exciting and suspenseful. See inside Usborne flap books series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 38218 See me grow "Arlon, Penelope & Gordon-Harris, Tory" Scholastic US 2012 9781407131542 K-2 Watch baby animals grow up and find out all about their amazing life cycles. 3854 See you in the cosmos "Cheng, Jack" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780141365602 7-9 "Eleven-year-old Alex wants to launch his iPod into space, so that other life forms will know, from his audio recordings, what life on Earth is really like. With a troubled home life and lots of questions about family and the meaning of life, Alex sets out on a remarkable road trip to find the answers he is searching for. From Colorado to New Mexico, Las Vegas to LA, Alex meets a host of new friends who help him answer the big questions. Questions like who is out there, where do I come from, and how can I be brave. Life for Alex will never be the same.Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Seeking refuge series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Selby series "Ball, Duncan" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 13011 "Selected adventures of Bottersnikes and Gumbles, The" "Wakefield, S A & Digby, Desmond (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460751923 3-4 "Deep in the Australian bush, Bottersnikes live in rubbish heaps along dusty roadsides. They have green, wrinkly skin, cheese grater noses and long, pointy ears that go red when they're angry, which is most of the time. Giggling Gumbles are cheerful little creatures who can be squashed into all sorts of shapes. They can't pop back into their proper shape unless helped. This makes the friendly Gumbles useful to the lazy Bottersnikes, who have some very nasty tricks planned." 7711 "Selection, The" "Cass, Kiera" HarperCollins US 2012 9780007466696 7-9 "In a world of glittering gowns and jewels, the selection is the chance of a lifetime, for any girl to compete for the heart of Prince Maxon. America is chosen to meet him and all of her plans to wed her secret love start to crumble. Some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 17243 "Selfish crocodile, The" "Faustin, Charles & Terry, Michael (ill)" Bloomsbury 1999 9780747541936 K-2 "Crocodile refuses to allow any other animal to bathe or drink in his river. One day, he develops a toothache and only one animal is brave enough to help." 31213 "Selfish giant, The" "Wilde, Oscar & Voutila, Rita (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742376509 5-6 "The children always played in the giant's garden, but when he returned after years away, he said 'What are you doing here' and the children fled." 51535 Send Simon Savage "Measday, Stephen" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541339 7-9 "After his father mysteriously goes missing, thirteen year old Simon is invited to follow in his father's footsteps by joining a team that experiments with time travel." 4567 Sensational survivors "Morris, Sandra" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921150661 5-6 "New Zealand is home to many fascinating creatures. From a prehistoric reptile to one of the world's largest insects, you'll discover some of the most unusual and impressive species on our planet." 3015 "Sequin star, The" "Murrell, Belinda" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857982056 7-9 "When Claire finds an old star-shaped brooch covered in sequins, it hurtles her back in time to 1932, when Australia was in the grip of the Great Depression. When she gets a job in a circus, Claire makes friends with Rosina, Jem and a boy called Kit. When Kit is kidnapped, the others must try to save him. But, Claire is wondering just who Kit and Rosina really are. One is escaping poverty and the other is escaping wealth." 5499 Serena and the sea serpent "Nix, Garth" Puffin Australia 2000 9780141309408 3-4 "Due to an accident with a computer, Serena Smith is a know-all. When a sea serpent starts wrecking ships, the town thinks the only way to stop it is to give it a child to eat. Serena volunteers, sure that she can sort out the problem." Series of unfortunate events series "Snicket, Lemony" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 76517 "Serpent's tale, The" "Crew, Gary & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Lothian Books 2010 9780734410283 7-9 "At a market, a boy discovers an intriguing amulet and pleads with his mother to buy it. The amulet is shaped like a snake swallowing its own tail. The mother thinks it's ugly but the boy thinks it's beautiful and that it holds a story he wants to write. The vendor will not accept payment and seems happy to be rid of the amulet. The boy finds he cannot write and, when he falls asleep, he has vivid dreams, full of many emotions." 4952 Serpents & werewolves: Stories of animal shape-shifters from around the world "Don, Lari & Greenwold, Francesca (ill)" Bloomsbury 2015 9781472916341 5-6 "Werewolves, talking snakes and cursed princes are the stuff of fairy tales. Stories that we have all heard and enjoyed but with a modern twist. Slimy, ugly frogs wanting a favour, playful sisters who tease their older brother, brides who cannot live with any secrets, and unusual household items that are best left untouched. Stories crafted to be read aloud and shared. Illustrated with simple silhouettes. " 15523 "Serpents of Arakesh, The" "Jones, V M" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9781869504779 7-9 "Abandoned as a baby, Adam feels there is nowhere he really belongs. When he wins the chance to test-drive a top-secret computer game, his luck changes. But, in the world he enters, the boundary between fantasy and reality breaks down." 348 Seven little Australians "Turner, Ethel" Penguin 1994 9780140347333 5-6 "The seven Woolcot's children live in cheerful turmoil with their father who does not understand them and their young mother. Among them is Judy, spirited, brave and clever. A classic story of family life in Australia during the 19th century." 15156 Seven more sleeps "Wild, Margaret & Rawlins, Donna (ill)" Working Title Press 2004 9781876288389 K-2 "Babs, the baby, Fog, the dog, and mum count down the sleeps until the party. On the day, there is a big surprise." 64765 Seven ways to catch the moon "Robertson, M P" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845079031 K-2 "Equipped with a butterfly net, a little girl tries to catch the moon by hitching with a witch, riding on a dragon's back, floating in a hot air balloon until, finally, the moon is discovered." Seven wonders series "Lerangis, Peter" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12467 "Shack that dad built, The" "Russell, Elaine" Little Hare Books 2004 9781877003486 3-4 Elaine Russell's dad built the family shack just outside the Aboriginal mission at La Perouse in Sydney. The life of an indigenous kid on the urban fringes with memories from happy ones like hunting for bush tucker to her saddest Christmas ever. 47694 Shadow "Morpurgo, Michael & Birmingham, Christian (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007339600 5-6 "This story is based on two real life events. Never have Aman and his mother needed a friend more than when a Springer Spaniel appears, thin and war-ravaged, in the mouth of their Afghan cave. Nursed back to health by Aman, the dog becomes a constant companion, a shadow. But, as life in war-torn Afghanistan becomes more dangerous, Aman, his mother and Shadow embark upon the treacherous journey from Afghanistan to a relative's home in Manchester, England, where they hope to be safe." 3960 Shadow "Waite, Judy" Walker Books 2002 9780744590050 7-9 "Premonition is a band hoping to make it big but they need somewhere to practise. Tom suggests the old warehouse but Billy has a bad feeling about it. Tom is angry, thinking Billy is putting it on but, as anger grows, a shadow falls over the band." 3080 "Shadow bright and burning, A" "Cluess, Jessica" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780143784739 7-9 "Henrietta can burst into flames. Forced to reveal her power to save a friend, she's shocked when, instead of being executed, she's invited to train as one of Her Majesty's royal sorcerers. Thrust into the glamour of Victorian London, Henrietta is declared the girl who will defeat the Ancients, bloodthirsty demons terrorising humanity. Her fellow trainees are handsome young men, eager to test her power and her heart. One will challenge her. One will fight for her. One will betray her. But Henrietta Howel is not the chosen one. As she plays a dangerous game of deception, she discovers the sorcerers have their own secrets to protect. With battle looming, how much will she risk to save the city - and the one she loves?" 11454 "Shadow brumby, The " "Lester, Alison & Harvey, Roland (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741148909 3-4 "Best friends, Bonnie and Sam, love horses. They ride nearly every day and have the best adventures. Sometimes, in the mountains, Bonnnie and Sam catch a glimpse of the wild bush horses, the brumbies." 12374 "Shadow dog, The" "Hill, Anthony" Penguin 2003 9780670041138 7-9 "From the moment Sebastian is rescued as an abandoned pup, this passionate, feisty dog proves irresistible, even when he fails Obedience School. The story of the mutual devotion of a boy and his dog." 4207 Shadow forest "Haig, Matt" Corgi Books 2007 9780552555630 5-6 "A giant log falls from the sky on to his parents' car and changes forever the lives of Samuel Blink and his sister, Martha. Don't tell Samuel that he is going to be a hero because he doesn't know it yet. Don't tell him he is going to Norway to live with his aunt and uncle beside a mysterious forest into which his loved, little sister will disappear. Samuel doesn't know any of this and it might ruin the book if you tell him." 15530 Shadow snake "Svendsen, Mark" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406552 5-6 "Pud, Cuppy and Skeeta must be real men enough to stay out camping, even after telling really wicked, snake stories. They may be taken by the mutant crocodile-man lurking in the dark shadows. Some coarse language in context." 76089 Shadows in the mirror "Nunn, Cameron" Black Dog Books 2006 9781742030029 7-9 "Set in Hamilton College, the story is presented through the eyes of David and follows his realisation that there are dark forces at work in his school. David befriends a newcomer, Simon, who doesn't fit in and faces bullying and intimidation. When David and Simon discover that bullying resulted in the death of a student a number of years earlier, they set out on a quest for justice." 349 Shadows of time "Wrightson, Patricia" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780091829506 7-9 An orphaned girl and an outcast Aboriginal boy become involved in a spiritual journey at the time of European settlement in Australia. 12416 Shaedow master "D'Ath, Justin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865087382 7-9 "Treachery, betrayal, greed and racism played out in a mythical, fantastical, medieval kingdom. Ora must confront the King's terrible secret, related to the pervasive Quickwater Lake. A lake, black and deadly as night, that demands sacrifice. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18655 "Shaggy gully times, The" "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2007 9780732284107 5-6 "This week's edition of The Shaggy Gully Times, the punniest newspaper, is jam-packed with exciting news from a small town full of interesting animals we have met before, including barber, Pete the sheep, and Josephine, famous ballerina." 1231 Shahana: through my eyes "Hawke, Rosanne & White, Lyn (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743312469 5-6 "Shahana is almost fourteen and has not known a life of peace. She lives near the Line of Control, the border, patrolled by Pakistani and Indian soldiers, that divides Kashmir.Her parents are dead and Shahana must leave school to look after her younger brother and grandfather. 'Freedom fighters' from both sides roam, looking for food, children to recruit and worse. And, other dangers lurk from within her own community." 96461 Shake a leg "Pryor, Boori Monty & Ormerod, Jan" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758900 5-6 "When three young boys go to a pizza parlour and meet an Aboriginal chef who can speak Italian and make a deadly pizza, they're in for a surprise, learning about aboriginal culture in a light-hearted and humorous manner with eye-catching graphic novel style illustrations." 350 "Shakespeare stealer, The" "Blackwood, Gary" Penguin 2000 9780141305950 7-9 "Set in and around London in the mid 1600s, Widge is ordered by his master to go to the Globe Theatre and copy Shakespeare's Hamlet." 351 Shakespeare stories "Garfield, Leon" Puffin Australia 1997 9780140389388 7-9 Twelve of William Shakespeare's most famous plays are presented in narrative form. Shakespeare stories series "Matthews, Andrew & Ross, Tony (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17835 Shakespeare: the most famous man in London "Thompson, Tony" Black Dog Books 2009 9781742030708 7-9 "London society supplied many inspirational ingredients for William Shakespeare, helping him become one of the greatest writers of the English language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 4340 Shallow in the deep end "Tiwi College Alalinguwi Jarrakarlinga & Thomas, Jared" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742762692 3-4 "When a young girl on the Tiwi Islands asks her parents for a dog, the last thing she expects is a pet buffalo! This page-turner tells the story of an unlikely friendship between a dog and a water buffalo and all of the trouble they get themselves into. " Shalott series "Pulman, Felicity" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 35609 Shaozhen "Chim, Wai" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760113797 7-9 "Shaozhen has no intention of staying in his remote and poor village in Henan and becoming a poor farmer. But when the worst drought in over sixty years threatens the entire village, he realises he must come up with a plan. And better yet, he needs the people of the village to support his plan if it is going to succeed!" 12329 "Shape game, The" "Browne, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780552546966 5-6 "A family reluctantly visits an art gallery but, one by one, each member is enthralled by a different picture in the gallery and transported into an imaginative and colourful world." 7151 "Shape, The" "Bates, Dianne & Rippon, Sally (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865083537 5-6 "Julia's life is overshadowed by the death of her little sister. From her forbidden treehouse, Julia can see everything and she hides secret treasures there. In her house, there are secrets too but Julia can't figure them out by herself." 8014 Shapes at play "Borando, Silvia" Walker Books 2016 9781406367331 K-2 "Squares, triangles and circles - let's play. We might even make a brand-new shape." 35896 Shapes of Australia "Bancroft,Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760129286 3-4 "From boulders to bee hives, from mountains to coral, Bronwyn Bancroft explores the shapes that form our land. " 24357 "Shapes, reshape" "Borando, Silvia" Walker Books 2016 9781406367348 K-2 "The shapes in this book get mixed up, moved around, and reshaped into all kinds of animals. See if you can guess the animal before the shapes reshape." 76155 Share said the rooster "Allen, Pamela" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143501756 K-2 "Five little stories about Billy and Ben. They will not share anything, whether it's a sticky bun, a pair of boots or an apple. But, when Billy and Ben go out in a rowing boat, they learn to share." 80973 "Share-a-not, The " "Wallace, Adam & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" JoJo Publishing 2009 9780980518573 3-4 "Share-a-Not wants it all and he wants it now. Everyone in town has just one pet rock but the Share-a-Not wants more. He goes on a stealing spree, taking rocks from everyone, even babies and old ladies. Finally, he steals from a young lad whose father decides enough is enough, and he works out a plan to show the Share-a-Not that he's got it all wrong." 29300 Shark and Lobster's amazing undersea adventure "Schwarz, Viviane" Walker Books 2006 9781406305203 3-4 "Shark and Lobster are frightened of tigers so they find a deep sea monster to protect them. But, the monster doesn't like being woken up and chases the duo all around the ocean. Shark and Lobster realise that maybe a tiger isn't so bad after all. " 31141 "Shark book: fish with attitude, The" "Norman, Mark" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030128 5-6 Sharks have been around since before the dinosaurs and there are more than 370 types of sharks in the world. Some are ferocious and others are just plain shy. Beautiful photographs and detailed information reveal the majesty of the shark and why many varieties are protected. 2347 "Shark caller, The" "Wolfer, Dianne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780143780557 7-9 "Fourteen year old Isabel is returning to her birthplace in Papua New Guinea. She's eager to see her family again but there's a tragic reason for the trip. Izzy's twin brother, Ray, has died in a freak diving accident. Things have changed since their last visit. Logging threatens the community's way of life and sharks no longer answer the ancestral song of the shark callers. The clan needs someone to undertake a traditional and perilous diving ritual. It must be a twin from the shark calling lineage. Izzy is the last twin." 9879 Shark girl "Bingham, Kelly" Candlewick Press 2010 9780763646271 7-9 "Everything changed after Jane went for a swim at the beach. Now, she is returning to school with her fake arm and the kids whisper about the shark girl and stare. Jane wonders why this happened and what it will mean for her, and her love of art." 352 "Sharon, keep your hair on" "Rubinstein, Gillian" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9780091831608 5-6 "This is an illustrated, rhyming book with modern language and scenarios in which Sharon is marrying Jase and moving into his shed which is not quite big enough. Jase has an interesting solution to the problem." 18436 She's all that: poems about girls "Hollyer, Belinda" Kingfisher 2005 9780753411346 5-6 "Diverse poems for girls bringing together some modern verse and some nostalgic classics. Moving and uplifting, these poems will help girls to find their place in the world." 40625 Sheep in wolves' clothing "Kitamura, Satoshi" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709078 3-4 "Georgina, Hubert, and Gogol go to the beach for one last, carefree day of summer sun and surf. Once there, these innocent lambs get fleeced by some cagey characters who smooth talk them out of their fur coats. Enter Elliott Baa, Private Detective, who, together with the three cold and exhausted friends and some rugby-playing cats, set off to confront the villains in this action-packed and off-beat tale." 55095 Sheep with boots "Matter, Maritgen & Jutte, Jan (ill)" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467424 3-4 "A hungry Wolf tricks Sheep into accompanying him on an adventure. Sheep has no idea what's really going on and he isn't the slightest bit afraid. Finally, Sheep thinks he has found a friend. But, remember, a wolf is a wolf and there is Sheep." 9201 "Sheep-pig, The" "King-Smith, Dick" Puffin Australia 2003 9780141316000 5-6 A piglet becomes famous after being adopted and trained as a sheep dog. 3952 Sheila the heeler "Clark, Margaret" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733612121 3-4 "Sheila the blue heeler is the smartest dog in town, so when her master Old Ben goes missing, she turns to the Aussie Angels. They are baffled until Mike discovers some old caves and an underground river that may unravel the mystery." 10065 Sherlock Bones "Brecon, Connah" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404732 3-4 "Bones, the family dog, is very smart according to the son but the father doesn't agree, until he loses his car keys." 15031 Shhh "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2004 9781842703564 K-2 "The little shrew believes that he has the secret to peace on earth. Although he tries to tell everyone, his tiny voice is lost in the clutter of day to day noise. Eventually, after much effort, people listen and take heed." 76509 Shhh little mouse "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2007 9780670070688 K-2 "The little, grey mouse is hungry but he faces dire consequences if he wakes the sleeping cat." 20294 Shield maiden "Hill, Stuart" Bloomsbury 2016 9781472918628 7-9 "No enemy may find this place; we hide it in mist and shadow...When King Alfred's great hall is destroyed by the Vikings, the king must flee with his family. But his daughter Aethelflaed knows that hiding in the marshes, far away from the battlefield, is the last thing she wants to do; can she fulfill her destiny and become a warrior princess, a shield maiden?" 353 Shiloh "Naylor, Phyllis Reynolds" Aladdin Publishing 2003 9780689862229 7-9 "Shiloh, a beagle, is owned by a violent, angry man. Shiloh's rescue comes when Marty appears." 17516 Shimmer "Deans, Kathryn" Pan MacMillan 2005 9780330421744 7-9 "Accompanied by a talking possum and a tracker gnome, Colin and Grieve set out on a mad-cap and thrilling adventure to rescue the Shimmer. It is part of the stone of creation and has been stolen by power-mad, completely evil fairies." 3059 Shine: a story about saying goodbye "Balla, Trace" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743316344 K-2 A story about loss and the everlasting power of love. 25680 Ship breaker "Bacigalupi, Paolo" "Little, Brown & Co" 2011 9780316056212 7-9 "In a post-apocalyptic world, Nailer scavenges for copper wire by crawling into the wrecks of ancient oil tankers that line the beaches of America's Gulf Coast. It's dirty, dangerous work. After a hurricane, Nailer finds the wreck of a clipper ship, filled with valuable goods that could make him rich. Amid the wreckage, a girl clings to life and Nailer is her only hope. He must make a choice. Includes violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Ship kings series "McGahan, Andrew" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5018 Ship of dolls "Parenteau, Shirley " Candlewick Press 2014 9780763670030 5-6 "Eleven year old Lexie Lewis, who lives with her strict grandparents, is desperate to rejoin her mother, a carefree singer in San Francisco. Lexie seizes the chance by writing the best letter to accompany her school's doll to San Francisco, as part of the 1926 friendship program in the Hinamatsuri festival. In her efforts, Lexie must overcome many obstacles and make the most difficult decision of her life." 9475 Ships and other sea craft "Hawkes, Nigel" Franklin Watts 2003 9780749647285 3-4 "Diagrams and cutaway artwork reveal how ships, sailing boats, jet skis and hydrofoils, in fact, everything from dinghies to ocean liners work. Even instructions on building your own sea craft." 89175 Ships in the field "Gervay, Susanne & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2012 9781921665233 3-4 "Every night, the little girl and her best friend, Brownie, wait for Papa to come home. Before their world changed, her Papa was a farmer but he now works long hours in a car factory. Her Mama was a teacher but she makes dresses all day long. Sundays are special, they're picnic days." 18625 Shirt front: a short and amazing history of Aussie Rules "Hunt, Paula" Black Dog Books 2005 9781876372668 7-9 "From the first bounce to a future timeline and everything in between, including the tallest, the shortest, the best and fairest, this book covers just about everything you would ever want to know about the game of Aussie Rules." 40086 Shiver "Stiefvater, Maggie" Scholastic US 2009 9780545123266 7-9 Sam and Grace come together one Autumn having loved each other for years at a distance. Now they must fight to keep each other as Sam is drawn back to being a wolf. 50775 Shiverton Hall "Fennell, Emerald" Bloomsbury 2013 9781408827789 7-9 "Arthur has been unexpectedly offered a scholarship to attend Shiverton Hall, a school steeped in tales of curses and evil. He has his reasons for wanting a fresh start, but upon arriving at the school, with its hidden labyrinth and scares hiding in the shadows, he would rather return home." 4385 Shoes from Grandpa "Fox, Mem & Mullins, Patricia (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9780868963723 K-2 "When Grandpa decides to buy Jessie a new pair of shoes for winter, the rest of the family joins in to buy various items of clothing. Jessie doesn't want to be ungrateful but she really wants something else." 15157 Shoes news "Grantford, Jacqui" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734405159 5-6 A quirky history of shoes interwoven with historical events. 12295 Shoo cat "Bone, Ian" Omnibus Books 2003 9781862915312 K-2 "There's a strange cat at the back door. He keeps trying to get into Matt's house. Matt must shoo the cat away, it doesn't live at his house." 18700 "Shooting star, The" "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2005 9781843625605 5-6 Jelly Jackson and her netball team are the clear favourites to win the League Final when their competition is cancelled due to a council ban on competitive sports. They embark on a campaign to convince the community this is a mistake. 82334 Shooting the moon "Jones, V M" HarperCollins NZ 2006 9781869506216 7-9 "At fourteen, Pip's life is finally his own. His domineering dad is focusing on big brother, Nick, and Pip's climbing, his passion in life, is going one way up. Beneath the tranquil surface, however, currents are stirring. On the traditional McLeod first hunting trip, Pip faces a dramatic choice and discovers what it means to confront issues of life and death. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 4069 "Shop at Hoopers Bend, The" "Rodda, Emily" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9781460753668 5-6 "Eleven-year-old Jonquil Medway is a girl with more than an unusual name. Quil's parents died in a car accident when she was a baby and she now goes to boarding school. She spends her holidays with an aunt - or at camp, which is where Quil is heading when she decides to get off early at a train stop called Hoopers Bend. There is something magical about the shop at Hoopers Bend, and it draws Quil and Bailey into an unlikely friendship as they join to fight to save the shop from developers. " 10150 "Shopping basket, The" "Burningham, John" Red Fox 2002 9780099899303 K-2 "You can count on Steven as he goes to buy his six eggs, five bananas and four apples. He finds going to the shop to get his mother's order quite an adventure. He may not be able to get it all home safely and survive the trip himself." 15024 "Shopping expedition, The" "Ahlberg, Allan & Amstutz, Andre (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9780744596847 K-2 A simple trip to the shops for groceries becomes an imaginative journey. 3973 Short "Goldberg Sloan, Holly" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743816516 5-6 "Julia is very short for her age, but by the end of the summer she'll realise how big she is inside, where it counts. This is the summer she gets cast as a munchkin in a production of The Wizard of Oz. Through some new friendships, and her turn in the spotlight, she finds that she may not be as tall as everyone else, but she more than deserves to hold her head high." 22815 Short "Wilkinson, Lili (ed)" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030340 7-9 A collection of short stories and poems in which to dip in and out. Some of Australia and New Zealand's best known writers and illustrators for children are featured as well as contributions from young people. 15160 "Short and incredibly happy life of Riley, The" "Thompson, Colin & Lissiat, Amy (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408068 5-6 Riley's life is short but happy as he revels in the moment and has no need of material possessions. 22754 Short and scary "Tayleur, Karen (ed)" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031330 7-9 "A range of authors and illustrators, both well known or not, present stories, poems and illustrations on the huge range of things which scare them, from freaky fairies to technology taking over." 798 Shot boom score "Brown, Justin & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313688 5-6 "Sport loving Toby can't believe his luck when instead of being punished by his parents, they issue him with a sporting challenge. All he has to do is take 20 wickets in the cricket season and make 10 tries in rugby to earn the latest gamebox. But unfortunately the new boy at school seems to be blocking Toby all the way." 5184 Shout out to the girls: a celebration of awesome Australian women Penguin Random House Australia Penguin Books Australia 2018 9780143789420 5-6 "Let's hear it for the Australian women who have shaped our history and are expanding our future! Shout-outs to 50 awesome Australian women with easy-to-read biographies of their incredible achievements. From Cathy Freeman to Turia Pitt, Edith Cowan to Julia Gillard, Mum Shirl to Vali Myers, plus rally car drivers, molecular biologists and more, this book is a celebration of women in all fields, from all walks of life, and from Australia's past and present." 13106 Shouting at the stars "Belbin, David" Evans Bros 2008 9780237535230 7-9 "Layla is a young singer who is just hitting the big time. But, with all of the excitement of her growing fame comes the eerie presence of an unknown heckler who begins to follow all her performances. She doesn't know who he is or why he's doing it. And, she just wants it to stop." Shoutykid series "Mayle, Simon & Catlow, Nikalas (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12402 Show and tell "Dawe, Bruce & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Penguin 2003 9780143300298 3-4 "Six little, bilby babies go to school for 'show and tell' and escape. If Tommy didn't know all their personalities so well, the children in his class would never have been able to find them." 13918 Show day "Matthews, Penny & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862916890 K-2 "It's Show Day and everyone has taken weeks to get ready. Now, the whole family and an assortment of animals are off to the country showgrounds for a day of fun and excitement." 4427 Shrapnel "Swindells, Robert" Corgi Books 2009 9780552559300 7-9 "Gordon is growing up in World War II London. His older brother, Raymond, leaves home and becomes involved in secretive war work, or so he leads Gordon to believe. When Gordon finds a revolver hidden in his parent's house, he decides to track his brother down. But finding Raymond leads to much more than Gordon had bargained for as Raymond lures him into danger." 3969 Shrek: the novel "Weiss, Ellen" Penguin 2001 9780141312491 5-6 A contemporary fairy tale of a monster from the swamp. 57789 Shrieking Violet "Quay, Emma" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695694 K-2 "Sometimes, having a younger sister is not much fun. Violet seems to interrupt or spoil everything. It is only when the older sister realises that things go better when the two sisters are not competing for attention, that family life is fun again." 9601 "Shrimp, The" "Smith, Emily" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 2001 9780552547352 3-4 Ben's new teacher has set school work in the summer holidays. Everyone in the class is horrified until they find that the projects are going to be judged by a famous TV wildlife presenter. Ben has a great idea for his project. 354 "Shrinking of Treehorn, The" "Heide, Florence Parry & Gorey, Edward (ill)" Holiday House 1992 9780823401895 5-6 Treehorn has a problem. He is shrinking but his parents don't seem to notice. 10636 Shutting the chooks in "Gleeson, Libby & James, Ann (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781863889858 K-2 "A small boy has to feed the chooks and shut them up for the night. On this night, one of the chickens is missing and he must find it before the fox comes." 15001 "Shy little kitten, The" "Schurr, Cathleen & Tenggren, Gustaf (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780375828997 K-2 "A shy, little kitten makes new animal friends." 44516 "Shy Mala, The" "Stafford, Liliana & Zielinski, Sophia (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2006 9781921136931 3-4 "In the central desert of Australia lives a small nocturnal marsupial group call Marla that inhabits the spinifex and hummock grasslands. Their numbers have declined since the 1990s due to habitat destruction and predation. Warla, the shy Marla, tells how the Warlpiri people rescued her and how she now lives in a safe environment. " 6653 "Sian, a new Australian" "Luckett, D" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742990392 5-6 "Sian is the unlucky, thirteenth child in a Welsh coalminer's family. Life is hard. Her mother died after giving birth to her and her father is grief-stricken. Sian's sister hatches a plan for a better life. It will involve a long ocean voyage but Sian is looking forward to a country where the sun shines and she can go to school, instead of picking coal scraps for pennies. The only problem is, no one must know about their journey." 355 Sick as: bloody moments in the history of medicine "Jennings, Gael & Harvey, Roland" Roland Harvey Books 2000 9780949714688 7-9 Fascinating historical aspects of medicine presented in an unusual and exciting format. 38104 "Sick day for Amos McGee, A" "Stead, Philip C & Stead, Erin E (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742377797 K-2 "Friends come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. And, for Amos McGee, they're all sorts of species, too. Every day, Amos spends a little bit of time with each of his friends at the zoo, running races with the tortoise, keeping the shy penguin company and even reading bedtime stories to the owl. But, one day Amos is too sick to make it to the zoo." 356 Side by side "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 1998 9781862913110 7-9 "Investigates the relationship between Aboriginal people, British colonists and European missionaries." 5120 Side by side in the beginning "McMullin, N & Walters, Ainsley" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2010 9780980794809 5-6 "One hundred years ago, AFL football was quite different. Footy grounds were rough and muddy, and the game was characterised by long, passing kicks. Jumpers were canvas cotton vests, laced up the centre, and shorts were long and worn with long socks. Caps and hats were often worn. These were tough times of war and depression. But, from the very beginning, Collingwood Football Club wanted to win." 4275 Side by side shoulder to shoulder "McMullin, N & Walters, Ainsley (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2011 9780980794823 5-6 "It's 1935 and Tom is off with Grandpa to watch his favourite team at footy training. As they walk through the gates of Victoria Park, his grandfather removes his black and white Collingwood scarf and gives it to Tom. This scarf has been passed down through generations of Collingwood supporters." 34592 "Sidekicks, The" "Kostakis, Will" Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780143309031 7-9 "The swimmer, the rebel and the nerd. Ryan, Harley and Miles live different lives, have different interests and keep different secrets. All they have in common is their shared, best friend, Isaac. They were his sidekicks. But, now, Isaac has gone. A mature and challenging book. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 61223 Siggy and Amber "MacLeod, Doug" Puffin Australia 2009 9780143304388 7-9 "Siggy learns the pitfalls of alcohol abuse and not considering the consequences before embarking on what looks like a good idea at the time. Growing up in a sleepy coastal town full of characters, with the girl he loves only a long bike ride away, Siggy is on a quest for the perfect girlfriend. He also has to survive the cool kids at school and build family ties with a mum, an arty sister and a potential stepfather. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 3979 "Sign of the seahorse, The" "Base, Graeme" Puffin USA 1998 9780140563870 5-6 "An aquatic, colourful gangster tale with a cautionary moral that greed is bad." Significant people in Australia's history series "Barrett, Rees" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5728 Silent knight "Clark, Margaret & Denton, Terry (ill)" Puffin Australia 2002 9780140372380 3-4 "A bumbling, fearful medieval knight and an affable dragon, in search of his lost puff, band together to soothe each other's troubles. Their adventures are full of gentle humour." 17448 Silk & venom "Lasky, Kathryn & Knight, C G (photo)" Candlewick Press 2011 9780763642228 5-6 "Love them or hate them, spiders are feared and misunderstood by many. Join Greta Binford, a biology professor and arachnologist, on a trek to the Caribbean in search of the elusive Loxosceles, a deadly recluse spider. The DNA in its venom may hold the answer to many scientific questions. Amazing photographs will get you up close and personal with many spiders." 516 Silly Billy "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2006 9780744570175 K-2 Billy worries about everything including things that may never happen. His parents don't know the best way to help him but his grandmother offers him a special way to manage his worries. 12318 Silly birds "Dreise, Gregg " Magabala Books 2014 9781922142993 K-2 "Maliyan is a young eagle who makes his parents very proud. He always looks and listens, and everyone respects him. Then, he meets Wagun, the turkey, who is a 'wombah thigaraa', a silly bird. He's always talking, usually about himself. No one respects Wagun but Maliyan thinks he is fun. It's not long before Maliyan has become a bit of a wombah thigaraa himself." 12007 Silly galah "Brian, Janeen & Johns, Cheryll (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914421 K-2 "Witty verses, colourful illustrations and useful facts about seventeen, very different Australian animals combine to make this an entertaining and informative picture book." 571287 Silly Lily and the first day of kindergarten "Robaard, Jedda" Bonnier Publishing Australia 2017 9781760405601 K-2 "Lily is smart and adventurous and is not scared of anything! But Lily does not always understand new situations. Which means Lily is often in trouble. Today is her first day of kindergarten, and there is so much for Lily to discover! But a classroom and playground can be a bit confusing. And in her excitement, Lily forgets to pay attention to the rules! Luckily Lily is clever, too. She may sometimes be a bit naughty but in the end, she always does the right thing! " 5923 Silly squid: poems about the sea "Brian, Janeen & Johns, Cheryll (I'll)" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742990965 K-2 "Find out about some clever Australian creatures found by the shore. In this collection of funny verse, each poem is accompanied by some facts about the animal and the illustrations are based on the colours and features of the environment in which each one lives." 28613 Silly Suzy goose "Horacek, Petr" Walker Books 2007 9781406304589 K-2 "In her quest for individuality, Suzy Goose reasons that it just might be better to be part of a flock for most of the time." 13787 Silly verse for kids "Milligan, Spike" Puffin UK 1968 9780140303315 3-4 "One of many Milligan classics, rich with his zany sense of humour and illustrated with his own quirky art." 4274 "Silver blade, The" "Gardner, Sally" Orion 2009 9781842555972 7-9 "France is in the dark days of the guillotine where the innocent and guilty are killed daily. Yann and his compatriots rescue French aristocrats from the guillotine and get them safely away to England. Count Kalliovski, supposedly dead, is plotting Yann's death. Against this terrible background, Yann yearns for his love, Sidonie, whom he believes is safe in London." 21024 Silver brumbies of the south "Mitchell, Elyne" HarperCollins Australia 1965 9781743097878 5-6 "Lightning, Thowra's second foal out of Golden is two years old, so Thowra takes him south to find a kingdom of his own. With them goes Baringa, Kunama's and Tambo's yearling colt. Despite Lightning's obvious beauty, it is Baringa that wins the heart of the most beautiful filly of Quambat flat, Dawn. Baringa will have to use all of his cunning and all he has been taught to keep Dawn." 44023 Silver brumby kingdom "Mitchell, Elyne" HarperCollins Australia 1966 9780732297695 5-6 "Baringa, grandson of the mighty silver brumby, was frantic. The rain fell in heavy sheets, changing the river into a raging torrent. Dawn, his lovely cream filly, had been swept away in the force of the current." 77833 "Silver brumby's daughter, The" "Mitchell, Elyne" HarperCollins Australia 1960 9780207197376 5-6 "Thowra's speed and courage have always saved him from the men who want to capture him but now the men come on skis, quickly and silently over the mountain range. This time, they know the legendary silver stallion has a daughter, a beautiful, highly prized, sliver brumby, and the brumby hunters are determined to capture her, no matter what it takes." 3985 "Silver brumby, The" "Mitchell, Elyne" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780207198625 5-6 "Thowra, the magnificent silver stallion, is king of the brumbies. He will defend his herd from the mighty horse, The Brolga, in the most savage of struggles. Thowra also needs his speed and cunning to save the herd from capture by man." 2813 Silver buttons "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2013 9781406342246 K-2 "At 9.59 on Thursday morning, Jodie draws a duck. Just as she is about to add one final silver button to the duck's boots, her little brother takes his first step. At this exact same moment, a man buys bread, a soldier leaves home and a baby is being born." 15395 "Silver donkey, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Viking Children's 2004 9780670042401 5-6 "A blind soldier, who has deserted from the war, wants to return to England to see his brother before he dies. Two young girls befriend him. The soldier shares four stories about donkeys throughout history that have been brave, kind and trustworthy." 2010 Silver dream "Gaiman, Neil & Reaves, Michael & Reaves, Mallory" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007523474 7-9 Joey can walk between universes. He has joined a band of freedom fighters comprised of genetic variants of himself who are dedicated to protecting the Altiverse. They must battle the twisted plans of scientists and decide if they can trust a newcomer who doesn't quite fit in. 2240 "Silver people: Tale from the Panama Canal, A" "Engle, Margarita" University of Queensland Press 2014 9780702253294 7-9 "One hundred years ago, the world celebrated the opening of the Panama Canal, connecting the world's two largest oceans. Creating a path of water where a mountain had stood is one of the largest and most difficult engineering projects ever undertaken. But, thousands lost their lives, and those who survived worked under the harshest conditions for only a few silver coins a day." Silver shoes series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 357 "Silver sword, The" "Serraillier, Ian" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780099439493 7-9 "The night the Nazis come to take their mother away, three children escape in a terrifying scramble across the rooftops. In the chaos of Warsaw, they have to learn to survive on their own. Their father's paperknife becomes their symbol of hope." Silvermay trilogy series "Moloney, James" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15158 Silverskin "Kuchling, Guundie" University of Western Australia Press 2002 9781876268633 K-2 Silverskin is different from her brothers and sisters but she comes to discover herself and her own talents. Beautiful end papers and great illustrations that give extra information about Australian animals. 2156 "Simple things, The" "Condon, Bill & Norling, Beth (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743317242 5-6 "Stephen is not keen to meet his great aunt Lola, who is turning eighty. He discovers she is not only very old but also grumpy and scary. When Stephen meets an unexpected friend, Allie, he shares the simple things in life, like fishing, cricket and climbing trees. A medical emergency with aunt Lola leads to a secret being revealed and Stephen wondering if he has also made another new friend, aunt Lola." 12440 Simpson and Duffy "Small, Mary & Kasepuu, Ester (ill)" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2001 9780957795747 5-6 This is one of the many stories about Simpson and his donkey which has been especially written and illustrated for younger readers. 33750 Simpson and his donkey "Greenwood, Mark & Lessac, Frane (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781921150180 3-4 "A poignant account of the story of John Simpson Kirkpatrick and how he and his donkey, Duffy, rescued over 300 men during the campaign at Gallipoli. The book includes a brief biography of the man, details of his work at Gallipoli as well as the little known story of how, without realising, he rescued his childhood friend." 4231 Sing a rebel song "Rushby, Pamela" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742991344 7-9 "Twelve year old Maggie McAllister and her family are caught up in one of the most dramatic events in Australia's history, the Shearers' Strike. In 1891, trouble erupted between the Shearers' Union, the pastoralists and the government. Through her writing, Maggie plays her part in the Union's struggle although her friends do not see things the same way. Singing a rebel song may have heartbreaking consequences for Maggie." 14264 "Sing, Pepi, sing" "Storer, Jen & Gordon, Gus (ill)" Puffin Australia 2006 9780143302636 3-4 "Following a lightning strike, an axolotl shocks his poor restaurant owners by singing. A ruthless loan shark requires self-sacrifice and creates the need for a daring marine rescue. A humorous story with a strong Mexican flavour and good values." 7055 "Singing bones, The" "Tan, Shaun & Pullman, Philip (foreword) & Zipes, Jack (intro)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760111038 7-9 "Seventy five fairy tales by the Brothers Grimm are wonderfully evoked by Shaun Tan's extraordinary sculptural works. Wicked stepsisters, greedy kings, honourable peasants, ruthless witches, and tales of love, betrayal and magical transformation provide the inspiration for the stunning sculptural works." 11353 "Singing for Mrs Pettigrew, a story-maker's journey" "Morpurgo, Michael" Walker Books 2006 9781406300765 7-9 "A number of Michael Morpurgo's beautifully written short stories, each one preceded by insights from the author relating to the background of the story and how he came to write it." 4008 "Singing hat, The" "Riddle, Tohby" Puffin Australia 2002 9780141313207 5-6 "When a bird makes its nest on Colin Jenkin's head, his gentle and courteous acceptance redefines his life." 29957 "Single shard, A" "Park, Linda Sue" University of Queensland Press 2012 9780702239373 5-6 "Tree-ear has a dream. He has watched the master potter, Min, take a lump of clay and shape it into a thing of beauty. Tree-ear wants to perform the miracle too. But, an orphan like Tree-ear can't just walk up to a master potter and ask him to teach his craft. Tree-ear must prove he is worthy so he asks if he can work for him, without pay. Tree-ear has taken his first step but realising a dream can be very hard." 4987 "Single stone, A " "McKinlay, Meg" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9781925081701 7-9 "Jena's life as leader of the line, gathering mica from deep inside the mountain, is hard. But, it is all she knows, accepting everything that her community leaders tell her. After an unfortunate accident, Jena discovers a small polished stone, which brings forth buried memories from her past. These memories disrupt everything and everyone around her." 1920 Sink the gizmo "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1997 9780140381481 3-4 Cal and Ricky take time off from school and 'borrow' a boat but the gizmo on the boat turns everything to water when Cal looks at it. Cal is in trouble if he can't find a way to stop it. 31862 Sir Katherine "Brooksbank, Anne" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302841 5-6 "When Katherine's parents die of the plague, her grandmother decides it would be safer to raise her as a boy. Little do they know that 'Kit' will be made a knight of King Arthur's court and sent on a dangerous quest to rescue one of the Queen's maidens from a dragon." 11389 Sisi and the cassowary "Meeks, Arone Raymond" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865045252 3-4 "Sisi slips away from her mother and sisters to catch a tortoise in the waterhole. She surfaces from a deep dive and realises she is lost. A boy offers to help, then disappears. It is both mysterious and worrying for Sisi who is not sure she'll get back." 15159 Sister chick "McDonald, Meme" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865089867 5-6 The journey of a curlew in its migration from Siberia to Australia and a journey of a child from silence to speech. 6190 Sister heart "Morgan, Sally" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925163131 7-9 "Annie, young Aboriginal girl, is taken from her family in the north of Australia and sent to an institution in the distant south. Away from everything she knows and everyone she loves, Annie must make a new life in a strange world. A sister-friend brings fresh hope." 9243 Sister Madge's book of nuns "MacLeod, Doug & Smith, Craig (ill)" Omnibus Books 2002 9781862910577 5-6 "An hilarious and irreverent account of convent life, told in cheeky verse." 3928 Sisters "Telgemeier, Raina" Graphix 2014 9780545540605 5-6 "Raina can't wait to be a big sister. But, once Amara is born, things aren't quite what she expected. Amara is cute but she's also a cranky baby, who mostly prefers to play by herself. Over the years, their relationship doesn't improve much. When a baby brother enters the picture and something doesn't seem right between their parents, Raina and Amara realise they must work out how to get along. They are sisters, after all." Sisters Grimm series "Buckley, Michael & Ferguson, Peter (ill)" 5-6 "This Sisters Grimm are a welcome addition to the family of literary girl sleuths, and their stories, filled with hilarious fairy-tale twists, are sure to enchant. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8816 "Sisters Saint-Claire, The" "Gibson, Carlie & Ainslie, Tamsin (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760291563 K-2 "This is the tale of the five sisters Saint-Claire. There's Harriet, Violet, Beatrice, Minette and, we must not forget, little Cecile. Five gourmand mouse sisters go to market. The youngest sister, Cecile, sets up her very own delicious pie stall, with food fit for a queen." 4017 Six dinner Sid "Moore, Inga" Simon & Schuster 1990 9780750002974 K-2 "Sid has six owners, lives in six houses and has six dinners a day. Each owner doesn't know about the others and life for Sid is just about perfect." 69153 Six impossible things "Wood, Fiona" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330426060 7-9 "Fourteen year old Dan Cereill is not quite coping with moving house, new school hell, a mother with a failing wedding cake business, a just-out gay dad and an impossible crush on Estelle, the girl next door. His life is a mess but, for now, he's narrowed it down to just six things to achieve. Dan thinks they may be impossible." 13853 Sixth Grade style queen (not) "Clark, Sherryl & Christian, Elissa (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143303008 7-9 "Dawn knows that she is not popular at school and is not a style queen. While she acknowledges that style queens are the popular ones at school, she has nothing in common with them. Dawn is having problems dealing with things at home too and wonders how she'll be able to sort out her problems." 358 "Sixth worry doll, The" "Dwyer, Christina" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781863887465 5-6 A story reflecting the experience of immigration. 9290 Skateboarding "Herran, Joe & Thomas, Ron" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780732979041 5-6 A book for skateboarding enthusiasts. 8768 Skateboarding: extreme sports "Powell, Ben" Raintree 2003 9781844430918 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, diagrams and a glossary of terms, this book shows you the techniques of skateboarding, the equipment and the right gear to wear." 359 Skating on sand "Gleeson, Libby" Penguin 1995 9780140371611 5-6 "Being the youngest of three girls, Hannah often feels left out, especially when she so desperately wants to learn how to skate." 360 Skellig "Almond, David" Hodder & Stoughton 1999 9780340716007 7-9 Michael and Mina care for an extraordinary being when it seems to have given up on life. 15397 Skellig: the play "Almond, David" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780340854334 7-9 "In the dark and derelict garage, Michael discovers a strange creature. His life is in turmoil with his baby's illness and his new found friendship with 'a girl'. The strange creature affects his life. Michael wonders if it could possibly be an angel." Skinny mysteries series "Ball, Duncan & David, Mark (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Skoz the dog series "Daddo, Andrew & Rossell, Judith (ill)" 3-4 "The problem with being a sleepwalking dog is you don't have a clue where you are when you wake up. Skoz has many adventures as a result of his sleepwalking. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Skulduggery Pleasant series "Landy, Derek" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 120068 "Skull alphabet book, The" "Pallotta, Jerry & Masiello, Ralph (ill)" Charlesbridge Publishing 2002 9780881069150 5-6 "To call it an alphabet book is really misleading. It is a science book and a remarkable study of mammal skulls. For each letter of the alphabet, the reader has to identify, by learning functions of facial bones and teeth, the skull of the mammal. " 821 "Skunk with no funk, The" "Young, Rebecca & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9781922179012 K-2 "Woody is not what his family expected. He is a failure, a flop, an odourless plop." 5702 "Skunk, The" "Barnett, Mac & McDonald, Patrick (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2015 9781760067823 3-4 "Leaving his home one day, a bespectacled, tuxedo-clad man discovers a small skunk sitting on his doorstep. When the man finds the skunk following him, the unlikely pair embark on an increasingly frantic chase through the city, from the streets to the opera house to the fairground. It's not clear what the skunk wants. When the man escapes the creature by moving house, maybe he is missing something." 22429 "Sky dreamer, The" "Morgan, Anne & Eimann, Celine (ill)" IP (Interactive Publications Pty Ltd) 2011 9781921479977 3-4 "When Liam's sister dies, his world turns grey. He spends hours watching clouds crossing the wintry skies, hoping that Cassie is out there somewhere." 73761 "Sky so heavy, The" "Zorn, Claire" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702249761 7-9 "It's not like any other day because on the other side of the world, nuclear missiles are detonated. When Fin wakes in his home in the Blue Mountains the next morning, it is dark, cold and snowing. There is no internet, no phone, no power and no parents. As the outage continues for days and then weeks, Fin and his brother struggle to survive and grow desperate. Contains mature themes and some language in context. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 17864 "Sky village, The" "Ashland, Monk & Nigel & Nentrup, Jeff (ill)" Candlewick Press 2008 9780763635244 7-9 "In a future where wild beasts, humans and mechanical beings battle for control, two children, Mei and Rom, on opposite sides of the earth, connect through a mysterious journal that comes alive to reveal a powerful primal force and a frightening destiny. Mei and Rom must work together to overcome evil. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3749 Slave girl "Moses, Alexa" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2012 9780732294984 7-9 "Exchange student Jenna has managed to get an appointment at New York's coolest hair salon, but when her teacher insists she stays at the boring Metropolitan Museum she stumbles into ancient Egypt." 21179 Sleep "Prendergast, Kate " Old Barn Books 2018 9781910646229 K-2 From cats and dogs to bears and tigers - how does the animal kingdom sleep? Discover a world of curious sleeping habits in this fact-based picture book for young nature lovers. 81618 "Sleep tight, my honey" "Shanahan, Lisa & Harris, Wayne (ill)" Lothian Books 2008 9780733623738 K-2 "Lily and Monty's new baby is gorgeous but she just won't sleep at night. Grandma, Tortoise, Possum, Butterfly and Bat are full of helpful advice but nothing works and everyone is very tired." 4046 Sleep time "Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781863880633 K-2 "When a little girl is put to bed early to have a sleep, she responds by trying to get each of the toys in her room to have her sleep for her." 28063 "Sleeper and the spindle, The" "Gaiman, Neil & Riddell, Chris (ill)" Bloomsbury 2014 9781408859643 5-6 "On the eve of her wedding, a young queen sets out to rescue a princess from an enchantment. She casts aside her fine wedding clothes, takes her chain mail and sword, and follows her brave dwarf retainers into the tunnels under the mountain, towards the sleeping kingdom. This is a queen who will decide her own future. And, the princess who needs rescuing is not quite what she seems." 8753 Sleeping beauty "Scott-Mitchell, Clare & Fitchett, Gordon & Perrault, Charles" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780091840662 3-4 "A magical watery world is created for the princess, a hippopotamus, to fall asleep in, in this revised classic." 19787 "Sleeping beauty, The" "McAllister, David & Tylesova, Gabriela (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760129934 5-6 "The story of The Sleeping Beauty spills over with fairies and princes, passion and despair, magnificence and splendour, and the ballet version of this classic tale is the most romantic and spectacular of all." 5097 Sleepless in space "Odgers, Sally" Koala Books 2002 9780864614186 3-4 "As a result of Jed's grandad inventing the Starspinner Drive for spaceships, Jed finds himself on the way to the distant planet, Serendipity. Jed is supposed to sleep for a year. But one day, he wakes to find space pirates have taken over the ship." 7065 Sleepovers "Wilson, Jacqueline" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780552547093 3-4 "Amy, Bella, Chloe, Daisy and Emily are school-friends who plan ever-more elaborate sleepover parties. Daisy begins to dread her turn, wondering what her friends will make of her home and her sister, who has learning disabilities." 7369 Sleepy bears "Fox, Mem & Argent, Kerry (ill)" MacMillan 1999 9780732909802 K-2 "Winter is here, and in winter bears sleep. But how do you convince six not-so-sleepy bear cubs to go to bed? Mother Bear finds a way with a cosy rhyme for each bear that sends them on dreams filled with adventure." 4047 Sleepy Pendoodle "Doyle, Malachy" Walker Books 2001 9780744594775 K-2 Uncle tells a little girl the right words to get her new puppy to open his eyes. But it's a long way from Uncle's place to home and every interruption makes it harder to remember. 20912 "Slightly annoying elephant, The" "Walliams, David & Ross, Tony (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007493999 3-4 Sam visits the zoo and fills in some papers to adopt an elephant. He never thought one would turn up on his doorstep. 5060 Slightly invisible "Child, Lauren" Orchard Books 2010 9781408307908 K-2 "When his friend, Marv, comes over to play, Charlie would prefer that his little sister stay away. However, Lola is irritating and likes being the centre of attention. When Charlie's nerves snap, he issues an ultimatum to Lola, but rules, like not touching the secret potion that turns people invisible, are simply ignored." 55178 "Slightly skewed life of Toby Chrysler, The" "Collins, Paul" Celapene Press 2009 9780975074244 5-6 "Toby Chrysler's mum has been missing for more than a month. His new friend, Ginger, has lost her dad. And everyone is looking for Toby. An abandoned red shoe and some map coordinates help them in their search for their parents." 4048 "Slightly true story of Cedar B Hartley, The" "Murray, Martine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2002 9781865086231 7-9 Cedar hangs out on the edges of the neighbourhood social circuit with her dog and best friend. Things change when she meets a boy called Kite and finds they have a lot in common. Together they form a circus troupe and put on a performance. 11327 Slog's dad "Almond, David & McKean, Dave (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781406322903 7-9 "Slog's father is dead and he knows it. But, when he sees the scruffy man outside the butcher shop, Slog knows that it's his father who has returned to see him, just as he promised. But, Davie, his best friend, is just as convinced that this man is a fake." 3665 Sloth slept on "Preston-Gannon, Frann" HarperCollins US 2016 9781843653042 K-2 He wasn't like any other creature we had ever found in the garden. We couldn't figure out what he was and where he had came from. 4787 "Sloth who came to stay, The" "Wild, Margaret & To, Vivienne" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760290221 K-2 "Amy's family is speedy! They are always in such a rush that there is no time to talk or play - until the afternoon Amy brings home a sloth. Then things start changing very, very slowly..." 32504 Slowcoach turtle "Mewburn, Kyle & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541230 3-4 "Tilda is lonely so decides she wants a pet. When Pop Hooper offers her Hoodini, the monkey, Tilda is delighted. But, Hoodini runs away and Pop asks Tilda to take care of Pickle, the turtle, overnight while he retrieves the monkey. This slow-moving pet isn't exactly what Tilda had in mind." 4844 Slowly! Slowly! "Clark, T.M & Magisson, Helene (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563221 K-2 "Slowly, slowly, you catch a monkey. Bongani wants to go to school but he is too young. To prove to his family that he is big and strong, just like his cousins, he tries to catch a monkey. Slowly, slowly, he must go. Luckily his family is there to school him in the lessons of patience and compassion." 7966 Slug needs a hug "Willis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Koala Books 2015 9781742761428 K-2 "When it begins to bug slug that his mummy doesn't hug him, he leaves home to find out why. Kitten suggests he should be furrier, so he puts on a woolly hat, while Bird suggests he needs a beak. Many animals come up with various ideas to make slug more attractive. Soon, Slug has a new look to take home to his mum." 15398 Small "Vulliamy, Clara" HarperCollins Australia 2002 9780006647751 K-2 "When Tom goes to grandma's place, he accidentally leaves Small, his toy mouse, at home. He misses Small terribly but Small is very loyal and does everything he can to get back to Tom." 2664 Small and big "Collum, Karen & Wood, Ben (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2015 9781922081476 K-2 "Small and Big are best friends but they are very different. During a trip to the city, Big is loud and confident and certain that it's the big things in life that matter. Small is more reserved and finds beauty in the detail. In the city, Small and Big are so fascinated by the things they are seeing, they lose track of each other and, eventually, Small realises he is lost." 8257 Small and tall tales of extinct animals "Rajcak, Helene & Laverdunt, Damien" Gecko Press 2012 9781877467905 3-4 "Hundreds of years ago, Earth was home to some strange animals. There was the giant beaver taller than a human; the Sicilian dwarf elephant; the three-metre-tall elephant bird; the giant lemur nicknamed the tratratratra; the Thylacine; the world-famous dodo... Hunted by humans and weakened by climate change, these animals gradually disappeared. All that remains are footprints and fossils, stories and fascinating folk tales, all waiting to be discovered in the pages of this book." 8937 Small change for Stuart "Evans, Lissa" Doubleday 2011 9780385618007 5-6 "When ten year old Stuart moves to a new town at the beginning of the summer holidays, he expects to be bored. Soon, he is drawn into an intriguing adventure when he discovers his missing great uncle was an inventor and magician, who has left him the contents of his workshop, should he ever find it. There are clues and puzzles to solve but what starts as fun ends up as danger." 6543 "Small free kiss in the dark, A" "Millard, Glenda" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741756586 7-9 "Skip is an outsider, a quiet observer, who draws pictures to make sense of the world. When war grips the city in which Skip and his mismatched family are surviving, they are forced to shelter in an empty fun fair, scavenge for food and live on their imaginations." 18483 Small steps "Sachar, Louis" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2006 9780747591252 7-9 "Theodore 'Armpit' Johnson is determined to finish school, save money and become a respected member of society again. He may be the victim, the perpetrator or the hero of a violent crime in this amusing, sensitive and highly suspenseful story. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 3159 Small things "Tregonning, Mel" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781742379791 5-6 An ordinary boy in an ordinary world. This wordless picture book tells the story of a boy who feels alone with his worries but who learns that help is always close by. 5723 "Smallest bilby solves the biggest problem, The" "Hilton, Nette & NSW students (ill)" 9781111111113 K-2 "Billy Bilby needs the help of his friends with a very important job at Easter. This is an electronic book, viewed on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B-mHVegWKtA" 49815 "Smallest turtle, The " "Dodd, Lynley" ABC Books 1996 9780733322082 K-2 The smallest turtle is the last of his family to set out on the long journey to the sea. The sand is hot and there are many dangers. 1701 Smart "Slater, Kim" MacMillan 2014 9781447272762 7-9 "Kieran finds the body of a homeless person floating in the Thames River. The police regard the death as an unfortunate accident but Kieran is obsessed with CSI and determined to find the murderer. Kieran's methodical note taking, his outstanding artistic abilities and unshakeable perseverance eventually provide many answers, not only to the murder but also to secrets in his own family." 50129 Smarty-cat "Dawe, Bruce" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302537 5-6 "Barry is more than just clever. He's a talking cat, a TV star and a quiz show champion. Barry is a cat in a million, a real smarty-cat." 5331 "Smelly book, The" "Cole, Babette" Red Fox 2001 9780099409618 K-2 There are many smelly things in life and this book tells us about them in a humorous way. 4458 Smelly Louie "Rayner, Catherine" Pan Macmillan London 2014 9780230742505 K-2 "Louie, the dog, has just had a bath and he is not happy about it. He smells all wrong. Determined to get his Special Smell back, Louie goes on a hunt for it and meets lots of smelly things along the way. Louie wants his smell back and, more importantly, to keep it." 9854 Smile "Telgemeier, Raina" Graphix 2010 9780545132060 7-9 "Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But, one night after Girl Scouts, she trips and falls, severely injuring her front teeth. What follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery and embarrassing headgear. And, on top of all that, there's a major earthquake, boy confusion and friends who turn out to be not so friendly. A graphic novel." 29833 Smile cry "Mccartney, Tania & Racklyeft, Jess (ill)" EK Books 2017 9781921966989 K-2 "Happy or sad, wailing or glad - how do you feel today?" 361 Smith "Garfield, Leon" Sunburst 2000 9780374467623 5-6 "Smith is a twelve year old pickpocket who finds himself involved in murder, suspense and the London underworld." 1670 Smooch and Rose "Wheeler, Samantha" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702249860 5-6 "When Rose and Gran save a baby koala from a pack of blood-hungry dogs, Rose is so happy - caring for bush babies is her dream. But things change for the worse when Gran gets a letter from the bank. Then Uncle Malcolm mentions bulldozers and Rose realises it's not just her that's at stake." 2772 "Smuggler's curse, The" "Jorgensen, Norman" Fremantle Press 2016 9781925164190 5-6 "Red Read's life takes a surprising and alarming turn when his mother sells him to an infamous smuggler, plying his trade off the north-west coast of Australia. From terrifying encounters with cut-throat pirates to battling the forces of nature in a tropical typhoon, from dining with head-hunting guerrillas to making meals of monkey stew, Red is in for a hair-raising adventure that may cost him his life." 12073 Snail "Watts, Barrie" Franklin Watts 2002 9780749644314 K-2 "One of a series that traces the life cycle of plants and animals. A simple introduction to snails, their behaviour and appearance, emphasising their development from the day they hatch until they lay eggs of their own." 2318 Snail and turtle are friends "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2014 9781743620236 K-2 "Snail and Turtle are friends who enjoy walking, running and hiding together." 23482 Snake and Lizard "Cowley, Joy & Bishop, Gavin (ill)" Gecko Press 2007 9780958278737 3-4 "Like all friends, Snake and Lizard have different ways of looking at the world. They are a lovable, foolish pair who are always arguing and embarking on unlikely enterprises." 16938 "Snake and the boy, The" "Sebastian, Azmen" Magabala Books 2011 9781921248245 K-2 "As children play football in a country schoolyard, a boy takes to the bars in the playground, only to have a cunning green tree snake slither in and steal his apple." 53040 "Snake book: slip sliding away, The" "Goodall, Damian" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742031408 3-4 "Amazing photographs of many of the world's snakes including the longest, the heaviest, the smallest and the most venomous. Bite-sized chunks of information, a glossary of terms and relevant websites help increase your knowledge and understanding of snakes." 362 "Snake man, The" "Moloney, James" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780850918991 7-9 Terry and Liam are concerned about the contents of the box they helped carry into the derelict house of the taxidermist. Liam feels their concerns were warranted when Terry disappears. 1103 "Snake who came to stay, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Shaw, Hannah (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781742837093 3-4 "Mum has no peace when Holly opens her holiday home for pets. Guinea pigs, birds and Doris the snake take over the house. Then Doris goes missing." 4065 "Snake-stone, The" "Doherty, Berlie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1997 9780006740223 7-9 "Although close to his adoptive parents, James has always wondered about his natural mother. Armed with only a small stone and a note scribbled on the back of an envelope as clues to her identity, James sets off to find his past." 16091 "Snakes, lizards, crocs and turtles of Australia" "Wilson, Steve" New Holland Australia 2006 9781921073014 5-6 "Well-presented factual information and stunning photographs about Australian reptiles. Includes a comprehensive glossary, a quiz section and suggested books to read and web sites to view for further information." 12297 "Snap, went Chester" "Cox, Tania & Miller, David" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780733614941 K-2 "Chester is bored. He just can't think of anything to do until he discovers how much fun it is to go snap, snap, snap, at all the creatures around the waterhole. But, Chester is in for a big surprise." 18422 Snapshot "Swindells, Robert" Barrington Stoke 2005 9781842993477 5-6 Victor has a new state of the art digital camera. He can't wait to try it out but taking a photo can change your life. Victor gets more than he bargained for. 9390 Sneaky deals and tricky tricks "Impey, Rose" Orchard Books 2000 9781860399749 3-4 Two traditional tales retold. 12430 Sniffy the sniffer dog "Bell, Krista & Smith, Craig" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404633 3-4 "When Sniffy gets thrown out of sniffer dog school, he is sent to live with a family and he has to prove that he really is a clever dog." 3890 Snot Chocolate and other funny stories "Gleitzman, Morris " Puffin Australia 2016 9780143309222 5-6 "Very Yummy Stories.Stop your mum picking her nose, read the secret diary of a dog, catch a bus and then let it go, discover how one slice of toast can make you the most popular person in school, start wearing a crown and give up eating pig-nostril gruel, use a wrecking ball to defeat a bully, show your big sister the very scary secret in your wardrobe, unleash the awesome power of chips, live in a house that gets wiped clean more often than a bottom. Funny stories from a favourite Australian author, Morris Gleitzman." 7768 Snow bear "Stafford, Liliana & Davis, Lambert (ill)" Margaret Hamilton 2000 9781876289133 3-4 A lifelong friendship develops between a boy and a rogue polar bear that has lost her cubs. Includes information about polar bears. 4077 "Snow goose, The" "Gallico, Paul" Penguin 2001 9780140299526 5-6 "A beautiful classic set in a tragic war. The tale of a hunchbacked artist, a girl and a wounded bird that culminates in a courageous act at Dunkirk." Snow like ashes trilogy series "Raasch, Sara" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3801 Snow man and the seven ninjas "Cosgrove, Matt" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743811696 3-4 "Don't worry! This isn't the story of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs that has bored children for years. This disgusting and completely awesome retelling of the classic tale brings the story to life for a whole new generation of blood thirsty, booger hunters!" 9330 Snow White in New York "French, Fiona" Oxford University Press 1989 9780192722102 7-9 "An innovative retelling of a fairy tale set in the jazz and gangster era of New York in the 1920s. Snow White lives in New York, known as the Big Apple. The wicked stepmother, a classy socialite, looks for herself in the Mirror newspaper." 6004 Snow White: a graphic novel "Phelan, Matt" Candlewick Press 2016 9780763672331 7-9 "It's 1928 and the glitz and glam of show business in pre-Depression era New York City is in full swing. The lights are bright for financiers and those who entertain them, and life seems good in the big city. But, in one house, a little girl is sent away by her cold, ruthless stepmother. She does not return until it's too late. The market has crashed, her father is gone and her stepmother is even more desperate for wealth and attention." 4892 "Snow wombat, The" "Chambers, Susannah & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113810 K-2 "In Australia's High Country, it's a big journey through the snow for a little wombat, meeting animals, birds and people along the way. But, there's no place like home." 12946 Snow: extreme sports "Chapman, Garry" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780732964580 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, extreme facts, snow jargon and a glossary of terms, this book tells you all you've ever wanted to know about sports in the snow." 9291 Snowboarding "Herran, Joe & Thomas, Ron" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780732979065 5-6 A book for snowboarding enthusiasts. 6937 Snowy's Christmas "Murphy, Sally & Murphy, David (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781741664409 K-2 "Snowy is a little, white kangaroo that recognises he is not the same as the other red kangaroos. When his mother explains he is special, he is not sure that he understands. With his mother's encouragement, he goes off to have a very special adventure on Christmas Eve, helping to pull Santa's sleigh across Australia." 12319 Snuffy "Bruna, Dick" Big Tent Entertainment 2004 9781592260140 K-2 "Snuffy, the little brown dog, finds a woman crying because she has lost her daughter. Snuffy sets off to find the daughter and bring her back safely." 35951 Snug as a hug "Vaughan, Marcia & Lofts, Pamela (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695212 K-2 "Join all the animals as they settle down to rest. The text is a rhyming lullaby, with each page showing an Australian animal in a different environment. A perfect book to read before sleeptime." 9464 So much "Cooke, Trish & Oxenbury, Helen" Walker Books 1994 9780744543964 3-4 "As the family gathers for a celebration, a baby boy's relatives arrive, one by one. They love him so much, they want to hug, kiss and squeeze him. Even the cousins are fighting over him. When Dad walks in, he gets a real surprise." 364 So much to tell you "Marsden, John" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1999 9780850919417 7-9 "Marina's face is shockingly scarred. She has not spoken since her father threw acid at her mother, hitting Marina instead. As part of a writing assignment, she has to keep a journal. In it, she deals realistically with her post-traumatic stress. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15161 So shy "Morrison, Vicki & Hilb, Nora (ill)" North South Books 2005 9780735819672 K-2 "Jake is shy, so shy that he has no friends. His only playmate is his shadow. They do everything together, race along the beach, clamber over rocks and climb trees. But, shadows can't talk and Jake longs to laugh and joke with a real friend." 15140 So you want to write fiction "Bradman, Tony" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780750236478 5-6 A useful overview of the process of writing for aspiring writers. Excerpts from books and helpful addresses and websites are included. 79395 Soccer camp "Bedford, David & Brumpton, Keith (ill)" Little Hare Books 2004 9781877003455 5-6 The Team is excited to be going to Soccer Camp. They are a little nervous to be playing against the best of the best. They are even more nervous that they will be sent home if anyone finds out that Mark 1 is a robot. 20158 Soccer squad: stars "Rai, Bali" Red Fox 2009 9781862306578 3-4 "Rushton Reds is a mixed boy and girl soccer team. When a television crew starts filming for a documentary, not everyone is working as a team. A big match is coming up and the team must learn to pull together." 365 "Soccer: great moments, great players in world football" "Lovelock, Damien" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1996 9781864480856 5-6 "Written by a keen fan of the sport, this book highlights some of the key aspects of soccer, its followers and players." 4990 "Sock monster, The" "Melenhorst, Glenn & O'Connor, Sharon" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409911 K-2 "The sock monster is on the prowl and you have to wonder if you are in danger. The sock monster may be cranky, warty, scaly or naughty, but he is sure to be scary." 4996 "Socks, sandbags and leeches: Letters to my Anzac dad" "Deeves, Pauline " National Library of Australia 2016 9780642278845 5-6 "Ivy and her mother live in Australia, far away from where the Great War is raging. Ivy writes to her father, who is fighting overseas, all about life at home. About the socks and sandbags she and her friends make and the leeches they catch to sell to the hospital. The war keeps dragging on and she keeps on writing, hoping her dad returns safe." 6096 Soldier boy "Rooney, Anne" Evans Bros 2008 9780237537272 7-9 "Drew isn't worried when his little brother, Martin, digs up a bone in the garden. Bu, Martin finds more bones in the shape of a hand, which then starts leaving spooky messages for Drew." 366 Soldier boy : the true story of Jim Martin the youngest Anzac "Hill, Anthony" Penguin 2001 9780141003306 7-9 This is the story of Jim Martin who enlisted in the Australian army at the age of fourteen to fight in World War I. 367 Soldier on the hill "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1997 9780207196379 7-9 A story about life in country Australia in World War II. Joey finds a Japanese soldier but no-one believes him. 368 Soldier's heart "Paulsen, Gary" Laurel Leaf 2000 9780440228387 7-9 "Charley Goddard goes to fight in the American Civil War. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1277 Solid rock: sacred ground "Howard, Shane & Mutijulu, Kaltukatjara and Imanpu children (ill) & Hudson, Peter (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2010 9780980564327 5-6 "This song was one of the first songs of its type to touch on the subject of Aboriginal rights in Australia. Beautiful illustrations by the school children from Mutujulu, near Uluru, Australia." 14226 Solo bush babies: Koala "Stewart, Robin & Ashby, Yvonne (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781862914674 3-4 "Mars, the koala, is the star of a story filled with facts about koalas and how to care for them so that they can be returned to the wild. Lots of appealing illustrations." 69995 Solo bush babies: Wombat "Stewart, Robin & Ashby, Yvonne (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781862914797 3-4 Filled with facts about wombats and how to care for them so that they can be returned to the wild. Lots of appealing wombat illustrations. 4093 Solo transport: trains "Nicholson, John" Omnibus Books 2001 9781862914070 3-4 "Find out how a steam train works, what bogie wheels are and why there are so many different kinds of wagons and coaches." 10544 Solo wildlife: elephant "Kennett, David" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914384 3-4 All you want to know about elephants. A delightful book with beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts. 15262 Solo wildlife: lion "Kennett, David" Omnibus Books 2001 9781862914391 3-4 Interesting information about lions with attractive illustrations. 8250 Solomon crocodile "Rayner, Catherine" MacMillan 2011 9780230529229 K-2 "Here comes trouble. Poor Solomon the crocodile is looking for some fun but no-one wants to play. The dragonflies tell him to buzz off, the storks get in a flap and the less said about the hippo, the better. But, then, somebody else starts causing trouble and, for once, it's not Solomon." 46842 Some birds "Spink, Matt" David Fickling Books 2016 9781910200667 K-2 "Small and tall, flappy and fluttery, twitchers and tweeters. A feathery celebration of birds." 35243 Some dads "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741697933 K-2 "Dads come in all shapes and sizes, with various interests, obsessions, foibles and personalities. Here are eleven animal dads to brighten your day." 52181 Somebody's house "Germein, Katrina & Stead, Anthea (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781921720338 K-2 "Follow a little girl as she walks along a street, looking at different houses and wondering who lives there. The little girl passes each, until she gets to the last house at the end of the street." 16511 Someday Angeline "Sachar, Louis" HarperTrophy 2005 9780747587231 5-6 Angeline's mum died a long time ago and her father works on a garbage truck so he can send her to college. Angeline is a genius but works out that people will only like her if she pretends not to be. 369 Someone like me "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 1997 9780140380927 7-9 "Tas is an ordinary school boy, but Enya, new from Northern Ireland, has experienced danger and terror. The plot reveals an extraordinary fact about Tas in the final paragraph." 2794 Something about a bear "Morris, Jackie" Frances Lincoln 2014 9781847805164 K-2 "Find out about eight bears in the wild, what they like to eat, their habitats and daily activities. Includes conservation information about bears." 8990 Something about water "Matthews, Penny & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781862916715 3-4 A humorous and informative book about the importance of water in our lives. Find out about the water cycle and the part you can play in helping the planet by recycling. Small things can make a big difference. 569141 Something for Fleur "Pelosi, Catherine & Murray, Caitlin (ill)" Lothian Books 2018 9780734418104 K-2 It's Fleur's birthday and her friend Bo is sending her a present. Can you guess what it is? 8679 Something from nothing "Gilman, Phoebe" Scholastic US 1998 9780590745574 3-4 Grandfather was too poor to give Joseph all the things he wanted to give him but he was a tailor so he made Joseph a wonderful blanket. A blanket to keep him warm and cosy and to chase away bad dreams. 6342 Something wonderful "Caisley, Raewyn & Blair, Karen (ill)" Viking Children's 2016 9780670078455 K-2 "Sam likes to pull things apart, put them back together and think about how things work. But, sometimes, he is so busy doing this, he forgets his chores on the family farm. One day, he creates something truly wonderful." 838 "Somethingosaur, The" "Mitton, Tony & Ayto, Russell (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007441266 K-2 "Long, long ago, where the dinosaurs roam, a cute little creature bursts out of an egg, but what on earth is it and where is its mum." 52640 Sometimes love is under your foot "Thompson, Colin" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690873 3-4 "Kevin, the dog, worships Brian but he has always ignored Kevin and never fully appreciated him. When Brian becomes ill, he realises the love that has been there all along and how much he needs it. Things are never quite the same between Kevin and Brian again." 21355 Somewhere else "Glover, Sandra" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842708156 7-9 "A troubled girl struggles with a life she doesn't recognise. The boy who poses as her little brother tries to help her unravel the mystery of whether she is possessed, imprisoned or mentally ill. Slowly, the events that led to this terrible trauma, the result of a violent assault, are unravelled as aspects of the harrowing experience are explored. Some very strong language, used in context, may offend some readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 21138 Somewhere else "Gordon, Gus" Viking Children's 2016 9780670078851 5-6 "George has no interest in exploring the world. He's far too busy at home baking fine pastries. That's what he tells everyone when they invite him along on their wonderful adventures. But, George's friend, Pascal, digs a little deeper. Winner Book of the Year Award Speech Pathology Australia 2018 (5-8 Years Category)" 1265 Somewhere in Australia "Pennacchio, Marcello & Snell, Danny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2013 9781741695229 K-2 "Australian animals and landscapes feature in this rhyming text. We are taken to the hot and dry centre where death adders live, to the rainforest floor of the Tassie devils and right around the different Australian habits." 5761 Somewhere in the reef "Pennacchio, Marcello & Snell, Danny (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781760159894 K-2 "Along the Great Barrier Reef, having fun in the sun, lived a mother dolphin and her little calf one. Leap, said the mother. I leap, said the one, as they leapt out of the water and had fun in the sun. Join the little dolphin calf and many more familiar ocean animals in this vivid counting book based on the classic rhyme Over in the Meadow." 1249 Song for a scarlet runner "Hunt, Julie" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313589 5-6 "When young Peat is blamed for bringing misfortune to the local settlement, she flees to the marshes. There she is caught by a marsh auntie whose trade is stories that act as gateways, and Peat finds herself trapped in somebody else's life-and-death bargain." 89388 "Song for Lorkie, A" "Bowen, Dean (ill) & Castles, Jennifer" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742377186 K-2 "Lorkie is a Roofbird. His best friend is Brian and they've been friends since they were eggs. They live in the Valley of Roofs, where every bird has a song to sing except Lorkie. Lorkie wants to leave the rooftops and live on the Road, where he feels free, fast and fizzy. But, Brian thinks it's dangerous." 4944 "Song from somewhere else, The" "Harrold, A.F. & Pinfold, Levi (ill)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408853368 5-6 "Frank doesn't know how to feel when Nick Underbridge rescues her from bullies one afternoon. No one likes Nick. He's big, he's weird and he smells- or so everyone in Frank's class thinks. And yet, there's something nice about Nick's house. There's strange music playing there, and it feels light and good and makes Frank feel happy for the first time in forever. But there's more to Nick, and to his house, than meets the eye, and soon Frank realises she isn't the only one keeping secrets. Or the only one who needs help." 19214 Song of the dove "Broome, Errol & Kretschmar, Sonia (ill)" Walker Books 2011 9781921529245 5-6 The compelling story of the Italian composer Bellini's rise to fame and his forbidden love. Song of the lioness series "Pierce, Tamora" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1039 Song of the slums "Hartland, Richard" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743310052 7-9 "In the Birmingham slums. the outcast gangs are creating a new kind of music, with pounding rhythms and wild guitars. Seventeen year old Astor is trained in classical music but, when her life plummets from riches to rags, there is only one way to survive. Charismatic Verrol, once her servant, is now her partner in crime. He could be so much more, if only he'd reveal his past. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5714 "Song only I can hear, A" "Jonsberg, Barry" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760630836 7-9 "Introducing Rob Fitzgerald: thirteen years old and determined to impress the new girl at school, but it's a difficult task for a super-shy kid who is prone to panic attacks that include vomit, and genuine terror that can last all day. An anonymous texter is sending Rob challenges and they might just help. Or not. " 98778 Songlines and stone axes "NIcholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741750027 5-6 "Magical pearl-shell pendants, greenstone axe-heads, belts made of human hair, outriggers for canoes, songs and dances, body paint, feathers, extra strong glue, cloaks made of 80 possum skins sewn with kangaroo sinew were traded around Australia before white settlement. All this happened without money until the Macassans and then the Europeans arrived. " 8249 Songs of a war boy "Adut, Deng Thiak & McKelvey, Ben" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780733636523 7-9 "From the family farm at the age of 6, to the Sudanese Peoples Liberation Army, to Law school in Western Sydney, Deng Adut has undertaken a remarkable journey. Songs of A War Boy is his story, filled with adventure, heart break, and bloodshed, but also with resilience, compassion, and persistence. Deng recounts his experiences as a child soldier in Sudan, and his fight for education and for justice in Australia. A powerful, important book, this memoir is a must read for every Australian. " 3117 Sonoma meets Miss Mouse "Morrissey, Di & Sydenham, Julie (ill)" Harbour Publishing House 2015 9781922134400 K-2 A sob in the night awakes a little girl called Sonoma. She discovers a magical little mouse who is scared of the dark and hungry. Sonoma decides she must help the poor mouse. 9139 Sophie Scott goes south "Lester, Alison" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670880683 3-4 "Sophie Scott is only nine years old but she's going to Antarctica on an icebreaker with her dad, the ship's captain. During the voyage to Mawson Station and back, Sophie keeps a diary. She makes new friends, wonders at the southern lights and even becomes stranded in a blizzard." 12475 Sophie's masterpiece: a spider's tale "Spinelli, Eileen & Dyer, Jane (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2001 9780689801129 K-2 Sophie ages from a young artistic spider to an elderly lady too tired to travel further when she is not wanted. Every web that Sophie spins is more wondrous than the one before but only one person appreciates her at the boardinghouse. 5784 Sophie's prize "Marston, Jennie & Watt, Lexie (ill) " Little Steps Publishing 2014 9781925117073 K-2 Sophie has won one hundred dollars in an art competition and she wonders what do with the money. 1550 Sophie's salon "Branford, Anna & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" Penguin 2010 9780143304821 3-4 "Sophie loves hairdressing and Melita loves ballet. Normally, they are the greatest of friends but when Melita gets the lead role in Swan Lake and gains some new friends, Sophie is left wondering where her best friend has gone." 13656 "Sophie's secret war: a Second World War girl's diary, 1939-1940" "Atkins, Jill" Scholastic UK 2009 9781407108650 5-6 "Sophie has an important but terrifying role to play in the Second World War. As a citizen of France during German occupation, her youth and frequent bike rides to visit other towns enable her to pass messages under the enemy's nose. She becomes deeply involved in the French resistance and a daring plan to save a young Scottish soldier." 12373 Soraya the storyteller "Hawke, Rosanne" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734407092 7-9 "Soraya, the storyteller, keeps her memories of Afghanistan alive while living in uncertainty under temporary protection in Australia. An ebony horse flies through her dreams helping her to find a strange land where she can be safe." Sorcerer's tower series "Irvine, Ian & Cornish, D M (ill)" 3-4 "A fantasy series, for newly independent readers, includes short, eventful chapters. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 29801 Sorry day "Vass, Coral & Leffler, Dub (ill)" National Library of Australia 2017 9780642279033 3-4 "Maggie holds tight to her mother as they await the long anticipated apology to the Stolen Generations by the Prime Minister. In the excitement of the crowd, Maggie loses touch of her mother's hand and is lost. She is reunited with her mother but the faces and memories of the Stolen Generations are all around them. Two stories entwine in this captivating retelling of the momentous day when then Prime Minister of Australia Kevin Rudd acknowledged the sorrows of the past and said 'sorry' to Indigenous children who were taken from their homes." 2574 Sorry Wally "Mayne, Troy" Oceanic Imagery Publishing 2007 9781920892524 K-2 Casey and Shelly are brave brother and sister turtles who team up against the school bully when he hides their lunch box. 3628 "Sound of colors, The: a journey of the imagination" "Liao, Jimmy" Time Warner 2006 9780316939928 7-9 A young girl who is going blind sets out on a journey determined to beat the loss of her sight. In her imagination she does amazing things and goes to fabulous places in her quest to gain what she has lost. 371 Sounder "Armstrong, William H" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2002 9780064400206 7-9 "A poor, African-American family living in the South in the 1800s find their lives change forever when the father is arrested." 29368 Sounds spooky "Cheng, Christopher & Davis, Sarah (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781864718799 K-2 "In a rickety old house, spooky sounds fill the air. A crash, a slam, a snarl and a hiss. Who or what is making these sounds is yet to be discovered." 87101 Space blog "Royston, Angela" A & C Black 2010 9781408126899 3-4 "A fictional description of a manned journey to the planets in our solar system shows what our astronauts and unmanned space flights have discovered, such as huge yellow clouds filled with acid and solar gas explosions." Space brigade series "Moriarty, L M" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9609 "Space bug, The" "French, Jackie & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Koala Books 2002 9780864614223 3-4 "Has Emily Anne Quinn found a meteor, a strange egg or a space monster? If it is a strange egg what sort of creature will hatch from it and what will that creature eat? Strange things are happening at Biscuit Creek." 372 Space demons "Rubinstein, Gillian" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781862912878 7-9 Four children battle the space demons in a dangerous computer game. 9218 Space demons: the play "Tulloch, Richard" Currency Press 2003 9780868193298 7-9 Stage adaptation of Rubenstein's novel in which a computer forces children to face their own demons. 4123 Space games "Carter, Mick" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2001 9780734402738 5-6 "Multicultural science fiction about Johnny, who joins a team of cadets chosen to combat an alien force that threatens the world." 4126 Space pirates on Callisto "French, Jackie" Koala Books 2002 9780864614209 5-6 "A sequel to, The cafe on Callisto, in which things go wrong on a camping holiday to the planet, Callisto, where everyone is happy and food is unashamedly revered." Space Scout series "Badger, H" 3-4 "Thirteen-year-old Kip is an ordinary boy with an extra-ordinary space mission to save mankind. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. See Series lists for individual titles. " 5619 Spaced out "Simons, Moya" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529917 5-6 "Centuria, a planet full of new technology and fascinating inventions. A great place for Jesse to spend his two hundred and fifty space credits that he's brought with him from Earth. But, when he rescues a human-like robot boy, Jesse must go deep into the Farlands around the city to help Michael find his family. Jesse wonders if he will be able to get back to Earth." 15076 Spaceman Bill "Kelleher, Victor & Smith, Craig (ill)" Word Weavers Press 2004 9781877073151 5-6 "When Spaceman Bill lands in Sydney, supposedly from the future, he causes a sensation. Bill may not be what he appears to be." 373 Spaghetti legs "Larkin, John" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1993 9780091827472 7-9 "A funny story about Eric, who is a """"loser"""" and has no luck with girlfriends." 374 "Spangled drongo, The" "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 1999 9780702230950 7-9 "Eleven year old Sam Slater is orphaned and lives in a small house with Ronaldo, the soccer dog, Parrot, the parrot and eccentric Aunt Ashmara. He is soccer mad and a poet." 19565 Spark "Wallace, Adam & Plant, Andrew (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272413 3-4 "I began as a dry spark in the dry grass. All I wanted was a friend. I found one in the wind, who helped me to grow and fly." Spark trilogy series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 80195 Spartacus and his glorious gladiators "Brown, Toby & Goddard, Clive (ill)" Scholastic UK 2004 9780439981873 5-6 "Spartacus, the gladiator who fought for and against the Romans, had a life full of surprises. Learn about the Roman Empire and Spartacus's story from amassing an army inside a volcano to the crucifixion of six thousand slaves." 23044 Special "Blain, Georgia" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780857988072 7-9 "Fern Marlow is alone, datawiped and in hiding. Her mobie says she's Delia Greene, a refuse sorter. Every day, she queues to work, to earn enough to stay alive. She dreams of the past and the life she's meant to be living, for those wealthy enough or lucky enough to be genetically designed. Her rescuers said her former life was a lie. They said they'd come back for her but they haven't. Fern doesn't know who to trust or believe. To save herself, Fern must answer the one question she can't face. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 6221 Special Kev "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741755503 3-4 "Kev is so special, his mum planted red roses and rolled out the red carpet when he was born. He is the only one of his eleventy million cousins with red hair and freckles. When his favourite cousin goes away, Kev is lonely and hasn't a friend who plays football. When Kev joins up with Nicky Bathgate to play Ned Kelly, things start to go wrong." Specky Magee series "Arena, Felice & Lyon, Garry (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4392 "Spectacular Spencer Gray, The" "Fitzpatrick, Deb" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164671 5-6 "Spencer Gray is just an ordinary kid, but he manages to get into some pretty extraordinary situations. Playing soccer at school with his mates he accidentally uncovers a sinister operation and rescues a super-endangered marsupial, but in the process he risks becoming super-endangered himself." 81769 Speech day jitters "Moss, Kerry & Rolland, John (ill)" "Southern Community Welfare, NSW" 2010 9780980504729 3-4 "Dan is terrified about giving a speech in front of his class. But, Dan learns some tricks to outsmart Mr Jitters when his speech day arrives." 15358 Spider "Metzenthen, David & Sheehan, Peter (ill)" Penguin 2004 9780143300991 3-4 "A hairy, scary, creepy huntsman spider is in Min's bedroom." 10026 "Spider and the fly, The" "Howitt, Mary & Diterlizzi, Tony (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2003 9781743478172 5-6 The spider entices the fly to come on inside. The fly is not convinced but flattery is so hard to ignore. 18125 "Spider bought a bicycle and other poems for young children, A" "Rosen, Michael & Moore, Inga (ill)" Kingfisher 2005 9780753410479 3-4 "A quirky anthology from playground rhymes to Shakespeare, including new, old, multicultural, funny, sad, thoughtful, short, long and classic poems." 66585 Spiderlings and their families "Calabrisello, Antonio & Turner, Nadia (ill)" Brolly Books 2008 9781921346439 5-6 Spiderlings are baby spiders. This is a lavishly illustrated and factually accurate book about spiders and their families that is both fascinating and just a little bit creepy - in the nicest possible way. 9495 Spiders "Llewellyn, Claire & Watts, Barrie" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9780531146521 3-4 "One of the Minibeasts series, describing the physical characteristics, behaviour and habitat of spiders." 18731 "Spiggie, the story of a puffin" "Bartlett, Maureen & Milne, Sally (ill)" Maureen Bartlett www.maureenbartlett.com 2006 9780977549115 3-4 "Spiggie, an Atlantic puffin, is in training for his first ever migration. He is left guarding the burrow and wants to be brave and be able to fly and swim like the older puffins. Spiggie may not be ready for the Great Trip North." 15025 Spilled water "Grindley, Sally" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747571469 7-9 "One frightening day, everything changes in Lu Si-Yan's life. A country Chinese girl whose father dies, Lu Si-Yan is sold by her uncle to work for a family in the big city. She refuses to spend her life in servitude, determined to be reunited with her family." 874 Spinifex mouse "MacDonald, Norma" Magabala Books 2013 9781921248801 3-4 "In the Pilbara region of Western Australia, Cheeky, the spinifex hopping mouse, lives up to his name by taunting a hungry snake. But, he is soon swept up into a risky adventure." 15227 Spinners & weavers "Ballance, Alison" Pearson Education Australia 2002 9780733937736 3-4 "A look at animals that spin and weave. The book includes simple factual information, beautifully presented photographs and illustrations, a glossary and an index." 31130 Spirit "Ryan, Cherri & Booth, Christina (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781925381771 K-2 "I built a ship from this and that. I named her Spirit. Could Spirit sail? I knew she could. A beautiful picture book about resilience, imagination and hope. " Spirit Animals series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12417 "Spirit of Barrumbi, The" "Norrington, Leonie" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862915527 7-9 "A sequel to, The Barrumbi kids, in which a trip to Barrumbi changes everything. Dale is warned in a dream that his brother, Sean, is in danger. He doesn't know that what happens to Sean will have a devastating effect on the whole community. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 16344 Spirit of hope "Graham, Bob" Lothian Books 2008 9780734410696 K-2 "Dad works six days a week at the factory across the street but, each night when he comes home, the fun begins for the five Fairweather children. When the family is ordered to move out to make way for another factory, they despair of finding another house they can afford. Mary's favourite toy inspires them to make a new home in an unexpected place." 18548 Spirit of the deep "Beames, Margaret" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408570 7-9 "When Jess goes to stay with her unknown grandmother, she learns of her family's secrets that are about to be repeated with devastating results." 9216 Spitting chips "Murray, Peta" Currency Press 1995 9780868194066 7-9 "Spud is angry since her mother died. She is befriended by an old woman who helps her with her grief. A family drama that deals with relationships, friendship and loneliness. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 34678 Splat "Burgerman, Jon" Oxford University Press 2017 9780192749543 K-2 "When you turn the page, get ready for....SPLAT! A very messy fit of giggles." 9722 Splat the cat "Scotton, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2008 9780060831547 K-2 "Splat is terrified of his first day of school and he tries all sorts of tricks to avoid going. But, Mum is not convinced and Splat is soon on his way, with mouse pal, Seymour, in his lunch box. Splat is welcomed enthusiastically by his cat classmates and lessons go smoothly until he learns that cats are supposed to chase mice, not have them as friends. Watch Splat's day turn around. Day Two is going to be much better." 37687 "Splish, splash, splat" "Scotton, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007432400 K-2 "Splat doesn't want to have a play date with Spike because Spike will break his toys and eat all of his candy fish. And, Splat does not want to learn how to swim. He thinks water is horrible, scary and wet. He's sure that this is going to be the worst day ever. But, when the rest of their classmates rush straight into the pool, Splat and Spike find that they may have more in common than they thought." 9496 "Splish, Splosh, why do we wash" "Lobb, Janice" Kingfisher 2000 9780753404263 3-4 "An appealing investigation into simple science treating concepts that include wave action, soap, buoyancy, water temperature and mirrors." 6721 Splosh for the billabong "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) & Bradley, John (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112127 K-2 "Splosh for the billabong at the shady bend of river. Brush for the flowers that burst in summer heat. A glorious celebration of country, animals and painting. Includes words translated into the Yanyuwa language, which is spoken by Aboriginal families in Borroloola, Northern Territory." 12452 Spook's shack "Orr, Wendy & Millard, Kerry (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865086453 5-6 "Deep in the bush, Finn discovers an old, deserted shack. When a dog growls and a gravely voice snarls, Finn's hair stands up like bristles on a brush. But, there are greater dangers for this beautiful, bushland environment." 15020 Spookyrumpus "Mitton, Tony & Parker-Rees, Guy (ill)" Orchard Books 2004 9781843624226 K-2 Count all the spooky characters as they make their way to a party. 375 Spooner or later "Jennings, Paul & Greenwood, Ted & Denton, Terry" Penguin 1999 9780140543629 5-6 Picture puzzles and humorous drawings highlight this book of word games and spoonerisms. 33240 Sport "Mathieu, B & Rambion, M & Debat, A (ill); Saker, J (adapt)" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467769 3-4 "A book for sports lovers. Everything from the origin of the Olympics and the history of rugby, football and tennis, to the health benefits of sport, from politics and doping to sports around the world, to playing for fun or as a professional. Also includes information about sporting careers, useful websites, sports vocabulary and lots more." 13041 Sporting hero "Mason, Paul" A & C Black 2010 9781408126943 3-4 "The ancient Greek Olympic Games were a little different to those of today. Find out why people took part, who was allowed to participate or attend, what activities there were and how hard it was. As the athletes were all naked, the illustrations are in the style of Ancient Greek pottery, or sculptures, however the male torso is shown." Sporty kids series "Arena, Felice & Jellett, Tom (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12383 Spot goes on holiday "Hill, Eric" Puffin UK 1985 9780140506990 K-2 Join Spot and his family at the beach. 12384 Spot goes to the farm "Hill, Eric" Puffin UK 1987 9780140509328 K-2 Lift the flaps to find what Spot discovers when he visits a farm. 12385 Spot goes to the park "Hill, Eric" Puffin UK 1991 9780140549096 K-2 "Join Spot when he visits the park with Helen, the hippopotamus." 3993 "Spot of bother, A" "Emmett, Jonathan & Cabban, Vanessa (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781406347999 K-2 "Pig is very proud of his neat appearance so he's horrified to discover a spot of squashed cherry on his side. His farmyard friends try to remove it, with disastrous results, and the spot of bother soon becomes a truly calamitous catastrophe." 4153 Spot visits his grandparents "Hill, Eric" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1999 9780140563733 K-2 Spot the dog goes to spend the day with his grandparents. 4154 Spot's baby sister "Hill, Eric" Puffin UK 1989 9780140542882 K-2 Lift the flaps to find out about Spot's baby sister. 1380 "Spotty dotty lady, The" "Boyle, Josie & Martins, Fern (ill)" Magabala Books 2014 9781922142108 K-2 "A sad lady finds an unusual, spotty flower in her garden and is inspired to paint dots on her cups, kitchen and all over her house. Her neighbours soon become interested and the spotty flower breathes new life into the street." 841 Spring fever at silver street farm "Davies, Nicola" Walker Books 2012 9781406323061 3-4 "Spring has sprung at Silver Street Farm. How will Karl, Meera and Gemma ever cope with all that has to be done once the piglets, kids and lambs have been born?" 120067 Sprite Downberry "Hilton, Nette" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2008 9780732285487 7-9 "Sprite's life is tough. Her Mum is moody, Dad is away a lot and her little brother should be starting school soon but can barely talk properly. When her Dad leaves, Sprite has to make decisions in order to reunite herself and her brother with their dad." 6827 Spud & Charli "Wheeler, Samantha" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702250187 3-4 "Charli is at riding camp, where her dream is about to come true. She will finally learn to ride a real, live horse. But, Instead of riding the beautiful palomino Razz, Charli is stuck with the massive, retired racehorse, named Spud. And Charli is worried about the bats that fill the night sky. Riding camp isn't turning out the way Charli planned, especially when she finds herself in the middle of a life-threatening disaster." 4156 Spy babies "Bone, Ian" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2000 9780734401052 7-9 "Imagine finding yourself in the body of a baby, with all the disadvantages that would bring." 3908 Spy toys "Powers, Mark & Wesson, Tim (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408870860 3-4 "Three faulty toys, a bear too strong to hug, an angry doll who hates children and a robot police rabbit, are the unlikely heroes in this story. They are recruited as spies and as part of a top secret team, The Spy Toys. They must save the Prime Minister's son Sam from being kidnapped. Can they stop the criminals in their tracks?" 4826 Spy toys: Out of control "Powers, Mark & Wesson, Tim (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408870884 3-4 "The secret code that controls every toy's mind has been stolen! It's up to the SPY TOYS - Dan, the super-strong teddy bear, Arabella, the doll with the serious temper and Flax, the gadget-crazy robot rabbit, to get it back before toys everywhere turn bad!" 22994 Square "Barnett, Mac & Klassen, Jon (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406378658 K-2 "Every day, Square brings a block out of his cave and pushes it up a steep hill. This is his work. When Circle floats by, she declares Square a genius, a sculptor! ""This is a wonderful statue,"" she says. ""It looks just like you!"" But now Circle wants a sculpture of her own, a circle! Will the genius manage to create one? Even accidentally?" 14986 "Squash and a squeeze, A" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864614681 K-2 "A little old lady thinks her home is too small. Her friend finds the best solution, filling the home with lots of animals so that it seems instantly bigger when they leave." 12412 Squeak street "Rodda, Emily" Working Title Press 2002 9781876288341 K-2 Meet the ten mice who live in Squeak Street. 35641 Squidnapped "Metzenthen, David & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304777 3-4 "When Holly finds a baby squid at the beach, she calls him Mr Googly Eyes and keeps him in a bucket with other things she has collected from the sea. Holly decides that he will be the star of her Travelling Creatures Show. But, when it's time to leave, Holly begins to think about Mr Googly's home." 10029 Squish "Prior, Natalie Jane & Dawson, Janine (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2002 9780733614835 3-4 "Nicholas and Liam rescue a fairy. They think it will solve their problem, what to give Bronte for her birthday, but Squish, the fairy, becomes more trouble than he is worth." Squishy Taylor series "Wild, Ailsa & Wood, Ben (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen" 4205 Stage Fright "Cotterill, Jo" Bloomsbury 2017 9781472934130 7-9 "Alice's parents are having problems and she has the lead in the school play. Can her friends help her to get over her stage fright? Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9401 Stage fright: plays based on the stories of Paul Jennings "Tulloch, Richard & Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1996 9780140376913 5-6 Scripts for the stage adaptations of four of Paul Jennings' popular stories. 4172 "Staircase cat, The" "Thompson, Colin & Pignataro Anna (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2000 9780733610059 7-9 "Oskar's loyalty knows no bounds as he waits in an empty war-torn house, surrounded by ghosts, waiting for his family to return." 20417 Staircase to the moon "Houston, Bronwyn" Magabala Books 2011 9781921248290 K-2 "A young girl has a yearning to get to the moon. One night, she and her grandfather sneak away from home in a bid to climb the staircase to the moon. The pair brave blood-thirsty mosquitoes, dive-bombing fruit bats, boab trees that loom like giants and sinking mangrove mud before making it to the foot of the staircase." 8067 "Stamp, stomp, womp: and other interesting ways to get rid of pests" "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2000 9780207197857 3-4 An invaluable aid to growing vegetables and annuals for young people who want to protect their garden from all sorts of bugs. 3805 Stand up and cheer "Re, Loretta" The Wild Colonial Company 2015 9780992306922 5-6 "It's 1934 and the Great Centenary Air Race from London to Melbourne will be the biggest and most exciting race that the world has ever seen. Ten year old Jack longs to see the race but he lives in Albury, miles away from the action. But, when a giant Dutch plane is lost in a terrible thunderstorm over Albury, Jack finds himself part of the action." 1969 Standing in for Lincoln Green "Mackintosh, David" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007463022 3-4 "Lincoln has a double, someone who looks just like him. While Lincoln does the more important things, like building the biggest tower, his trusty stand-in does the tidying, putting away and sorting out." 3032 Stanley "Thompson, Colin" ABC Books 2016 9780733332852 K-2 "It's very quiet in Stanley's house. There are no brothers or sisters, no dads or grannies, not even a cat, a budgie or a goldfish. Stanley lives with his human, Gerald, and Gerald's mum. Life is peaceful but, sometimes, Stanley feels quite lonely. Then, one day at the park, another dog steals Stanley's favourite red rubber ball and sets in motion a chain of events that will change Stanley's life forever." 44139 Stanley Paste "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670071807 K-2 "Stanley Paste is small, really small. And he hates it. But, when a new girl arrives at school, Stanley learns that being small is not so bad after all." 859 Star "Bateson, Catherine" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862919815 5-6 Star and her mum used to manage. Now mum's old friend Charlie has moved in and life is topsy-turvy. Star knows she wants a horse and needs a new best friend. But how is that going to happen when no one is listening to her? 4594 Star "Prior, Natalie Jane & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2008 9780733322440 K-2 Little eyes are closing and it's time everyone was in bed. I wonder what the star sees. Star Girl series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7824 Star jumps "Marwood, Lorraine" Walker Books 2009 9781921150722 5-6 "Ruby's family and the dairy farm are struggling through the drought. Life isn't easy, but Ruby is determined to do her own bit to help save her family and the farm." Star League series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Star of Deltora series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9737 Star of the circus "Hilton, Nette & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2007 9780702236006 3-4 "Bonnie would like just for once to be good at something, just for once not to come last at everything. Finding your talent isn't easy but Bonnie just fails to see how very special she is." 10759 Star of the show "Hilton, Nette & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235795 5-6 "Aimee is tired of playing second fiddle to Serena Sweetmay, who it seems, can do no wrong and is great at everything. Aimee is determined to outdo Serena when her class is asked to present the school Christmas play." 19230 "Star, The" "Marshall, Felicity" Ford Street Publishing 2010 9781876462925 5-6 "Marion, a wooden doll, has her loyal friends, Harley, and Polka, the dog. Marion longs for adventure and is lured by the world of glamour and fame. She becomes a glamorous Star but learns, painfully, that stardom has a use-by-date." 377 Stargirl "Spinelli, Jerry" Watts Publishing Group 2002 9781841219264 7-9 "From the moment Stargirl arrives at Mica High School, the students are enchanted but, then, they turn on her because she is so extraordinary." 2341 "Staring owl, The" "Edwards, Luke" Omnibus Books 2010 9781862919112 5-6 "Owl began staring as soon as he was born. He makes people feel uneasy with his staring and begins to feel like a weirdo, so he sets out to find somewhere where he feels comfortable being a starer." Starlight Stables series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Starring Jules series "Ain, Beth & Higgins Keenan, Anne (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 17510 Starry starry night "Mitchell, Sarah Kate" Pier 9 2010 9781741968194 3-4 "When Jeffrey sees a falling star, he scampers out into the dark night in search of it. He's worried that the star may be a lost part of his imagination, tumbled to the ground and forever lost. When he finds the star, he discovers an empty shell, which he takes to stuff with poetry and pictures and secrets he hopes will rekindle the star. But as Jeffrey drifts off to sleep, something magical happens." 4679 "Stars at Oktober Bend, The" "Millard, Glenda" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781743315897 7-9 "Alice has been twelve for a long time. Ever since she was assaulted, something inside her is broken. She has acquired brain injury and her words are slow and slurred. Alice writes poems to express what she can't say and leaves them in unexpected places for others to read. Sixteen year old Manny, once a child soldier back in his country, appears to be adapting to his new life. He has a poem and knows it off by heart. Alice and Manny weren't meant to meet each other. Mature read. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 526 Starship Q "Alexander, Goldie & Hamill, Dion" MacMillan 2004 9780732992200 5-6 "After initial mistrust, Jackson, a human boy, joins forces with young, telepathic aliens, Iyaki and Aari, to overcome a mutiny aboard a starship. A fun-packed, fast-paced, courageous adventure to save the imprisoned crew results." Start with science series "Waring, Geoff" K-2 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 936 Starting school "Godwin, Jane & Walker, Anna (ill)" Penguin 2013 9780670076765 K-2 "Five children are off to school for the first time. There are new friends to make, fun ways to learn and lots of different things to discover." 4651 "Startling story of Lachlan Macquarie, The: Founding father or failure" "Sedunary, Michael & Emmerichs, Bern (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2017 9780994384102 5-6 "Lachlan Macquarie is celebrated for his inspired infrastructure building, as well as his enlightened treatment of convicts and emancipists. His treatment of the Aboriginal population, however, was far from enlightened. So how should history remember this towering figure of Australia's past- founding father or failure?" 5359 Stay well soon "Tangey, Penny" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702249945 5-6 "Stevie has a lot of dreams - more friends at school, better drawing pencils and a pony. When her brother becomes sick, her world is filled with trips to the hospital, where she becomes friends with Lara, an older girl who has cancer." 4145 Stay where you are and then leave "Boyne, John" Doubleday 2013 9780857532947 7-9 "Alfie's birthday is one he cannot forget, because it is the day World War I is announced. His life changes as his father enlists. Letters come, eagerly read between his mother, granny and himself. As the letters' cheerful tone changes, mother hides the letters and tells Alfie rather than reads what they contain. Then the letters stop and Alfie begins a mission of his own to find out the truth." 378 Staying alive in year 5 "Marsden, John" Pan MacMillan 1996 9780330358842 5-6 "Mr Murlin is not an ordinary teacher. His rules are amazing, like eating chocolate in class is compulsory. Johnny and Max love being in his class but still get into lots of scrapes. Contains language and actions that may offend some readers." 8911 "Steam, steel and speed" "Nicholson, John" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741750461 5-6 "Find out how steam power changed Australia. You can read about paddle steamers trading up and down the nation's waterways, steam-powered factories churning out everything from biscuits to iron ships, new railways slashing travel times and all kinds of new jobs for fettlers and firemen, puddlers and pumpers, barge-masters and billy-boys." 15399 Stegosaur stone "Bernard, Patricia" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046204 7-9 Three loyal teenagers witness a murder and theft of a priceless dinosaur fossil. They are not supposed to be in the National Park at night and are in great danger. An international crime gang is not going to let them get in its way. 8206 Stella "Austen, Jenna" ABC Books 2013 9780733331534 7-9 "Fletcher has it all, with her inherited million-dollar magazine company, hanging with celebrities and servants to cater to her every wish. But money doesn't solve boyfriend, and family issues, so she secretly travels to a quiet island to sort her feelings out." 4304 Stella brings the family "Schiffer, Miriam B & Clifton-Brown, Holly (ill)" Chronicle Books 2015 9781452111902 K-2 "Stella's class is having a Mother's Day celebration and she is worried. Everyone else in her class has a mum, Howie even has two. But, Stella has two dads who take care of her, help with her homework and tuck her in at night. Stella doesn't have a mum to invite but she finds a unique solution to her party problem." 7912 Stella by starlight "Draper, Sharon M" Atheneum Books for Young Readers 2016 9781442494985 5-6 "In 1932, ten year old Stella lives in the segregated South of the United States. Some stores she can go into, others she can't. Some folks are right pleasant, others less so. To Stella, it sort of evens out, and the Klu Klux Klan hasn't bothered them for years. But, one late night, Stella and her little brother see something they're never supposed to see, something that is the first flicker of change to come. As Stella's community and her world are upended, she decides to fight fire with fire. She learns that ashes don't necessarily signify an end." 12413 Stella by the sea "Starke, Ruth" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300663 5-6 "Stella wants a private property that she can call her own, a cubbyhouse with an ocean view. A little advertisement in the newspaper changes her life." 82531 Stellaluna "Cannon, Janell" Koala Books 1998 9780864611246 3-4 Stellaluna falls into a bird's nest and is brought up a bird until she finds her mama again. 5179 Stephanie chiocci and the cooper's hill cheese chase "Porter, Matt" Ford Street Publishing 2018 9781925272888 3-4 "Standing at the summit of Coopers Hill in England, Stephanie Chiocci prepares to barrel down a slope steeper than the MCG grandstands. But winning the annual Gloucester Cheese-Rolling Race is just one of her objectives. The Collingwood AFLW captain has also taken it upon herself to save the family cheese-making business of one of her biggest fans. To do so Stephanie must defeat local toff Neville O Shea in one of the worlds most dangerous foot races." 8008 Stephen's music "Laguna, Sofie & Pignataro, Anna" Lothian Books 2007 9780734410160 5-6 When Stephen first hears the sound of the flute his whole world changes. He knows he must have one in his life but he must convince his parents first. 4132 Stepping stones: A refugee family's journey "Ruurs, Margariet & Badr, Nizar Ali (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702259739 3-4 "War is coming closer to Rama's village in Syria. Her family have stayed, not wanting to leave but now there's not enough food and the bombs are falling near their village. The family make the decision to leave but now they are faced with the dangers of travelling to a new country." Sterling biographies series Various 7-9 "Life stories of famous people, mostly Americans. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 2888 Steve goes to carnival "Button, Joshua & Wells, Robyn & Rau, Julia (photo)" Magabala Books 2016 9781925360219 K-2 "Steve is a gorilla, who lives at a zoo in Rio. He loves to listens to jazz on the radio with his friend, Antonio the zookeeper. One night, Steve lifts the latch of his cage door and escapes to find Antonio. It's carnival time in Rio and a hat provides the perfect disguise for Steve. He follows the sounds of a saxophone and discovers Antonio playing in a quartet. When a beautiful dancer steps on to the dance floor, Steve takes her by the hand. They twirl and twist until, suddenly, Steve's hat falls off his head." 10712 Steve Jobs: Insanely great "Hartland, Jessie" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857988560 7-9 "Steve Jobs was a tinkerer. He was also rebellious, did not follow rules and dropped out of college after one semester. At twenty one, he started Apple Computer in his parents' garage and it became the world's most valuable company. Jobs became the tastemaker of a generation, creating products that we now can't live without, while revolutionising the music, phone and tablet computer industries in the process. A graphic biography." 12844 Steve's Sunday blues "Layton, Neal" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2002 9780340797228 K-2 "There are so many things that are good about Sundays - walking the dog, splashing through puddles, eating yummy food. Even with all these good things happening, Steve has the Sunday blues." 2931 Stick dog tries to take the donuts "Watson, Tom" Harper 2016 9780062457158 5-6 "Stick Dog and his team of strays are off on another outrageous canine caper. To snatch some breakfast treats for his hungry pals, Stick Dog will need to stop a moving truck, outfox a man on a telephone pole, and calm down a very caffeinated Karen. But that's not all. He'll also need to manage the greatest confrontation in history when his good friend Poo-Poo comes face-to-face with the ultimate enemy; a squirrel! With Stick Dog's smarts, daring, loyalty and patience he just might lead his buddies to the best breakfast ever." Stick dudes series "Arena, Felice" 3-4 "Meet the Stick Dudes - Ben, Marty, Johnno and Tubs are the best of mates. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1200 Stick man "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Scholastic UK 2012 9781407132327 K-2 "Stick Man lives in the family tree with his Stick Lady Love and their stick children three. But it's dangerous being a Stick Man. A dog wants to play with him, a swan builds her nest with him. He even ends up on a fire. How will he get back home." 380 Sticky beak "Gleitzman, Morris" Pan MacMillan 1993 9780330274067 7-9 "A sequel to Blabbermouth, this book continues the story of Rowena's chaotic life as a teenager who cannot speak aloud yet converses with the reader with her 'voice'." 120066 Sticky Burr "Lechner, John" Candlewick Press 2007 9780763630546 3-4 "Sticky Burr is a special burr who lives in Burrwood Forest with all the other burrs. He has lots of adventures, wins through in the end and becomes something of a hero. Through the book, he enlists the aid of a friendly dragonfly and is pursued by a pack of wild dogs whom he outwits." 12070 Sticky stuff "Walker, Kate & Smith, Craig (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862914308 3-4 "When Sophie sets out for school, she gets stuck fast by sticky, gooey chewing gum to the footpath, then a park bench and, finally, to the school fence. When her classmates and teacher come to her rescue, Sophie needs a clever idea to get everyone free." 12382 Stickybeak "Edwards, Hazel & Wilson, Rosemary (ill)" Puffin Australia 1986 9780140541144 K-2 "Stickybeak is an unforgettable school pet who gets up to all sorts of mischief. He thinks he's a person. When a student takes Stickybeak home for the weekend, it proves to be a disaster." 30306 Sting "Huber, Raymond" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781921150890 5-6 "Ziggy's not your average bee in a box. He does not fit in with the honey bees in his hive. He knows that he is different and is determined to find out why. His decision to leave Bee City leads Ziggy into danger and new friendships. Share Ziggy's exciting adventure and find out a lot more about bees, too." Stink series "McDonald, Megan & Reynolds, Peter H (ill)" 3-4 "Humorous series about Stink, who is the shortest in his family and the shortest in Class 2D. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 382 "Stinky cheese man and other fairly stupid tales, The" "Scieszka, Jon & Smith, Lane (ill)" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1993 9780140548969 5-6 "In this collection of traditional stories, the retelling does not resemble the original tales at all. The humour in this book is in its unusual design." 44093 Stinky Ferret and the JJs "Lemon-Scott, Candice" Puffin Australia 2008 9780143303978 5-6 "Adrian hates ferrets. He thinks they're boring and ugly and stinky. So, when it's his turn to take home Ferret, the classroom pet, Adrian knows he's in for a bad weekend." 32279 Stitches and stuffing "Gallasch, Carrie & Acton, Sara (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127787 K-2 "Adeline's beloved Bunnybear goes with her everywhere, but one night he is damaged by the dog. Nanna sews Bunnybear back together, but this new Bunnybear is stiff and strange and Adeline puts him on a shelf and leaves him there. Then Nanna goes away, and Adeline realises it is not just stitches and stuffing that holds Bunnybear together, it is love. " 383 "Stoked real life, real surf" "Parry, Glyn" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1994 9781863737111 7-9 A lightweight but informative and accurate book comprising chapters that alternate between a humorous history of surfing and sensible advice from Dr Stoke. Excellent illustrations by Jeff Raglus further emphasise the humour. 2299 "Stolen fiddle, The" "Quilty, Alisha" Quilty 2008 9780646484457 3-4 "The Little People of Mt Miniature are holding a fiddle to ransom to coerce its talented owner to assist them to thwart the plans of an oppressive, nearby kingdom. The story is inspired by the music of an actual fiddle player known to the young author." 85740 Stolen girl "Saffioti, Trina & MacDonald, Norma" Magabala Books 2011 9781921248252 3-4 "When a young girl is taken from all that she knows and loves, she dreams of how she will return to the life she had to leave behind. The book follows one girl who was taken from her home and placed in a children's home. Australian Government policy at the time removed one hundred thousand Aboriginal children who are known as the Stolen Generation." 12955 Stone age sentinel "Fleming, Fergus & Tomlins, Karen (des.) & Dowsell, Paul (ed.)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1998 9780746029596 7-9 Very funny newspaper full of articles about the stone age. Humour and historical accuracy combined. 4695 "Stone elephant, The" "Stafford, Liliana" Windy Hollow Books 2007 9781921136047 3-4 This picture book explores the relationship between us and the natural world through the powerful imagery of elephants. 22990 "Stone for Sascha, A" "Becker, Aaron" Candlewick Press 2018 9780763665968 K-2 "This year's summer vacation will be very different for a young girl and her family without Sascha, the beloved family dog, along for the ride. But a wistful walk along the beach to gather cool, polished stones becomes a brilliant turning point in the girl's grief. There, at the edge of a vast ocean beneath an infinite sky, she uncovers, alongside the reader, a profound and joyous truth." 4201 "Stone in my hand, A" "Clinton, Cathryn" Candlewick Press 2010 9780763647728 7-9 "Eleven year old Malaak is a Palestinian living in Gaza. She endures the hardships of living in an occupied territory, with soldiers and dangers ever present. Her father has disappeared and her mother raises the family, and keeps their Islamic faith. Malaak has a tame dove which helps her to deal with her sadness. Hamid, her brother, has his own, dangerous way to cope with repression and uncertainty." 14887 "Stone lion, The" "Wild, Margaret & Voutila, Ritva (ill)" Little Hare Books 2014 9781921894855 3-4 "Sometimes, statues are granted a chance to become warm, breathing creatures. The stone lion's only dream is to run, pounce and leap in the park across from where he sits. But, one snowy night, when a baby is abandoned at his paws, he is compelled to think differently." 5038 "Stone man mysteries, The: Stone cold" "Yolen, Jane & Stemple, Adam & Zangara, Orion (ill)" Graphic Universe 2016 9781512411553 5-6 "When a gargoyle comes to life and saves Craig from jumping to his death in the city of Edinburgh, Craig is pulled into a high paced world of murder, crime and mystery. A new crime fighting team that includes a hard-nosed priest, a demon gargoyle and a young boy is formed and they will need their wit, skills and a little luck to solve the mysterious murders that are plaguing the citys streets. " 4219 Stone soup "Bonning, Tony & Hobson, Sally (ill)" Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2001 9781862334366 K-2 The weary fox stops at the farm gate and asks the animals if they have any food to spare. They are too mean to share so Fox asks for just a little water to make some stone soup. The curious animals crowd round to see how stone soup is made. 9251 "Stone swan, The" "Bell, Helen" Benchmark 2000 9781876615017 5-6 "A pair of black swans, separated from their flock, is forced to nest alone in shrinking wetlands where they face unknown dangers in changing and increasingly hostile conditions." Stoneheart series "Fletcher, Charlie" 7-9 "This trilogy for capable readers has an urban setting with suspenseful chase scenes, scary creatures and a highly original premise. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." Stopwatch series "Morgan, Sally & Kwaymullina, Ambelin, Blade & Ezekiel" 5-6 "Adventurous, humorous series for 3-4. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 16562 Stories for Simon "Sarzin, Lisa Miranda & Briggs, Lauren (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780857987440 3-4 "When Simon unwraps a beautiful boomerang, he finds out about an Australian Prime Minister's national apology to the Stolen Generations. Through a new friendship and a magnificent collection of stories, Simon learns about the Stolen Generation, and gains a deep appreciation of the past and a positive vision for the future." 9530 Stories from our house "Tulloch, Richard" Penguin 1995 9780140553796 3-4 Four humorous stories tell of everyday situations in a suburban house. 9412 Stories from our street "Tulloch, Richard" Penguin 1995 9780140553802 3-4 Three charming stories about everyday things. 120065 Stories from the billabong "Marshall, James Vance" Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845077044 5-6 "Ten Aboriginal dreaming stories of the Yorta-Yorta people, with beautiful illustrations and information about the animals." 14228 Stories of dragons "Rawson, Christopher" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2003 9780746054048 3-4 Dragon's are not always as fearsome as they appear. These short stories show dragons in a new light. 4883 Stories of Thor "Frith, Alex (adapted) & Kuricheva, Natasha (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2016 9781409550679 3-4 "Thor, son of Odin and god of thunder and lighting might be the bravest warrior in all of Asgard but there are many that will still challenge him. In these retellings of three classic Thor stories, Thor must use all of his wits and his strength to defeat an angry giant, a sea serpent, dangerous frost giants and on top of all that, contend with his mischievous step-brother Loki's tricks. A great first introduction to Norse mythology for young readers." 386 Storm boy "Thiele, Colin" New Holland Australia 2002 9781864367669 5-6 "Storm Boy has a fascinating life along the seashore with his friend, Hideaway, and the pelican, Mr Percival." 120064 Storm callers "Mackay, Duncan" Fremantle Press 2007 9781863682763 7-9 "In tiny Miller's Flat, Mike is stuck at the caravan park helping his mum when he'd rather be with mates. One day, he meets feisty, city girl, Kirsty, who is trying to run away. Together, they escape their boredom and create their own world on a remote beach, beachcombing for treasures and imagining stories about pirates and washed up bodies." 4444 Storm whale "Brennan, Sarah & Tanner, Jane (ill)" Algonquin young readers 2017 9781760293642 3-4 Bleak was the day and the wind whipped down. When I and my sisters walked into town. So begins the story of three sisters who find a whale stranded on a windswept beach and try to save it. 9258 Stormy night "Lemieux, Michele" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781876631031 7-9 "While a storm rages outside, a young girl ponders some of life's big questions." 9384 "Story about Ping, The" "Flack, Marjorie & Wiese, Kurt (ill)" Viking Children's 1997 9780140502411 3-4 "Ping, the hero of this classic, is a rebellious little duck. On a day almost like any other, Ping is accidentally left behind. Undaunted, Ping heads out onto the Yangtze in search of his family, finding friends and adventures around every bend." 12623 "Story blanket, The" "Wolff, Ferida & Savitz, Harriet May & Odriozola, Elena (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842706947 K-2 "Babba Zarrah has a beautiful, woollen blanket which the children love to sit on to listen to her stories. But, when Babba realises that her neighbours need new clothes, she has another use for her blanket." 34682 "Story like the wind, A" "Lewis, Gill" Oxford University Press 2017 9780192758958 7-9 "A small boat drifts on the sea. Far from home, the people inside have lost everything. But at their boat spins slowly on the rising sea, they share a song and a story. A song that keeps their hope alive in their hearts. A song of freedom and a story like the wind. " 9382 "Story of Babar, The" "de Brunhoff, Jean" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780394805757 3-4 "The first adventure in a series of children's classics, tells of Babar, elephant extraordinaire. We discover how Babar lost his mother, lived among men and was crowned King of Elephants." 387 "Story of crow: a Nyul Nyul story, The" "Torres, Pat (storyteller)" Magabala Books 1990 9780731617364 5-6 "A traditional Aboriginal story about why crows are black and emus can't fly, written in Nyulnyul and in English." 9392 "Story of Ferdinand, The" "Leaf, Munro" Grosset and Dunlap (Penguin Putnam) 2000 9780448421902 3-4 "Ferdinand is mistaken for a fierce bull when he is stung by a bee. In this classic tale, it turns out that Ferdinand would much rather smell the flowers than take on the bullfighter." 63359 "Story of Growl, The" "Horacek, Judy" Penguin 2010 9780143503101 K-2 "Growl is a little monster who lives in Eucalyptus Drive and loves to growl. After scaring her neighbours one day, Growl is banned from growling and she doesn't know what to do." 120063 "Story of inventions, The" "Claybourne, Anna & Larkin, Adam (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2007 9780746070093 7-9 Find out the real-life stories of the bright sparks behind dozens of ideas and inventions. Includes a glossary of terms and a timeline. 9206 "Story of King Arthur and his knights, The" "Pyle, Howard" Dover Publications 1982 9780451524881 5-6 Legends and heroic tales are the focus of these classic stories. 4058 Story of life: Evolution "Scott, Katie (ill)" Templar Publishing 2015 9781783704446 5-6 "A graphic guide to evolution and life forms, starting with the first single-cell organisms and ending with modern life forms. Explore extraordinary land, sky and sea creatures, from algae to Archaeopteryx and Pterygotus to Tyrannosaurus Rex. Each life form, whether tiny bacteria or ice-age megafauna, represents its period in earth's history and shows life's incredible diversity." 4239 "Story of Rosy Dock, The" "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2002 9780744594751 3-4 "Rosy Dock is a plant introduced into Central Australia by a settler who liked its red seed pods. This book, with detailed collages, follows the spread of Rosy Dock." 388 "Story of the falling star, The" "Jones, Elsie" Aboriginal Studies Press 1991 9780855751999 5-6 A retelling and recreation of the Paakantji people of the Darling River in New South Wales. 43456 "Story of Titania and Oberon, The " "Manton, Jo & Bray, Phyllis (ill)" Pavilion 2017 9781843653295 7-9 "Titania, the Fairy Queen, and Oberon, King of Fairies, fall into a quarrel about who should have charge of a little changeling boy. Oberon and his servant, Puck, cast a spell which causes Titania to fall magically in love with Nick Bottom, a weaver who has been given the head of a donkey. Oberon sees the error of his ways and seeks a way to reverse the spell and restore harmony." 4830 "Story of Tutankhamun, The" "Cleveland-Peck, Patricia & Greenberg, Isabel (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408876787 5-6 "Everything you wanted to know about Tutankhamun is in this graphic novel. But this is not just the story of Tutankhamun. It is also the story of the men who discovered the tomb and the wonderful things they found and learnt there. Readers too will learn about ancient Egyptian fashion about mummification and hieroglyphs and of course read all about the dreaded curse of Tutankhamun. A beautifully illustrated graphic novel for anyone interested in History, Egypt or mummies." 389 Stradbroke dreamtime "Nunukul, Oodgeroo (Walker, Kath)" HarperCollins Australia 1999 9780207198656 7-9 The two halves of this book combine to bring together a collection of Dreaming stories and stories reminiscent of the author's childhood on Stradbroke Island. 61774 "Straight line to my heart, A" "Condon, Bill" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742377308 7-9 "School is over forever and Tiff is hoping her work experience will lead to a job. Driving lessons aren't going too well, Reggie is sick and her best friend has some big news. All of this at the same time as a boy is actually wanting to get to know the real Tiff. Some adult concepts. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 65442 Stranded "Ramage, Jan & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Black Dog Books 2010 9781742030975 5-6 "The bay was awash with stranded whales. Their high-pitched calls filled the air. Ben had to get help. Based on the true story of a town whose people saved 120 beached whales, Stranded is the story of one little whale, and the boy who risked his life to save it." 20236 "Strange little monster and the swamp goblin, The" "Whiting Sue & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2012 9780143306719 3-4 "Sasha is different from other monsters. All she wants is a quiet place to practise her flute. Then, along comes a swamp goblin." 88691 "Strange little monster, A" "Whiting, Sue & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143304784 3-4 "Sasha is a strange little monster. She doesn't like roaring and rumbling like her parents and her sisters. She'd much rather play the flute with her granddad. But, when she discovers that her parents are worried because she's so very different, Sasha makes an effort to roar and rumble with the best of them. Mum and Dad decide to enter her in the Hide and Go Scare contest." Strangest adventures series "Adornetto, Alexandra" 5-6 "Millipop Klompet lives in stultifyingly boring Drabville, with her slightly offbeat family and spends her days longing for adventure. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 120062 Strat and Chatto "Mark, Jan" Walker Books 2008 9781406313451 3-4 "Chatto is a cat with a mouse problem. Strat is a rat with a house problem. But, with friends in places high and low, and a devious plan, Strat has the solution to both these problems. All he needs are a few bats, cockroaches, silverfish and a toad." 6726 Strays "Hilton, Nette & Millard, Kerry (ill)" Koala Books 2000 9780864611130 3-4 "David and his mother would share their last drop of milk. One cold and rainy night, they are evicted from the caravan where they have been living, but their kindness to a one-eyed stray farm cat pays off in a very mysterious way." 12945 Streets: extreme sports "Chapman, Garry" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780732964634 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. With action photographs, extreme facts, street jargon and a glossary of terms, this book tells you all you've ever wanted to know about sports on the streets." 4255 Strega Nona "dePaola, Tomie" Aladdin Publishing 1979 9780671666064 3-4 "A whimsical, ancient tale that clearly reveals the agony and ecstasy of pasta power. It has become a children's classic." 390 Strike "Harris, Christine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091829179 7-9 "Set in Port Adelaide during the Depression, two friends are affected by the `wharfies' strike of 1928." 11630 Stripes in the forest: the story of the last wild thylacine "Darlison, Aleesah & McGrath, Shane (ill)" Big Sky Publishing 2016 9781925275711 3-4 "I am the last of my kind. This I know. Once, we roamed the land. We owned the land. We called it home. But strange creatures came to take it from us. I am a Thylacine. I am the last Tasmanian tiger to roam free." 4257 Stuart Little "White, E B" Penguin 2000 9780141305066 5-6 "Mr and Mrs Little are delighted with their second son, even if he is a mouse. A fantasy about Stuart, the mouse, and his relationship with his human brother and parents." 3197 Stubborn Stanley "Eckstrom, Nathaniel " Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760155025 K-2 Stanley loves inventing fun things to play with. But Stanley is so stubborn he won't let anyone else join in - no matter what! Can Stanley work out how to make things fun all by himself? Or will he have to come up with another plan...? 8078 Stuck "Calder, Charlotte & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921150463 K-2 "On a windy day, Charlie's kite gets caught in a big tree. All solutions to retrieve it fail, resulting in the tree being full of objects." 30546 Stuck "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007263868 K-2 "Floyd gets his kite stuck up a tree. He throws up his shoe to shift it but that gets stuck too. So, he throws up his other shoe and that gets stuck too, along with a ladder, a pot of paint, the kitchen sink, an orang-utan and a whale, amongst other things." 1569 Stuck on history "Miles, Chris" Black Dog Books 2008 9781742030333 5-6 Find out what fascinating things are trapped in the coloured squares that we stick on the corners of envelopes. Includes a timeline of events coinciding with stamp issues. Stuff happens series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 33584 "Stupendously spectacular spelling bee, The" "Abela, Deborah" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925324822 5-6 "India Wimple is a brilliant speller. When her family tries to convince her to enter the Stupendously Spectacular Spelling Bee competition, India is reluctant. She remembers the stage fright she got in the school play and she certainly doesn't want to repeat that experience. And, there's also Summer Millicent, who's determined to win and isn't afraid to step on anyone who gets in her way." 8713 Stupid baby "Blake, Stephanie" Gecko Press 2012 9781877579325 K-2 "There's a new baby in Simon's house. And Simon wants to know when the stupid baby is going back to the hospital. But, the baby is here to stay. Simon wonders about the scary wolves outside the house and whether his parents will still protect him now they have a stupid baby." 77350 Sucked in "Parker, John" Walker Books 2008 9781921150623 5-6 "When Zainey, the brunt of class jokes, sells his prized bike to purchase a mysterious and magic eye, Dan decides to save Zainey from his own stupidity and this useless joke. The eye, however, is not joking. The eye is seriously after blood and it could be Zainey's or Dan's blood that it gets." 78841 Sucked out "Parker, John" Walker Books 2010 9781921529689 5-6 That creepy eyeball is on the loose again. It has left the back of Old Grimmo's head and is out for blood. Dan and Zainey have to try and capture it before the eyeball finds a new home. 21233 Sugarlump and the unicorn "Donaldson, Julia & Monks, Lydia (ill)" Pan MacMillan 2018 9781509862665 K-2 "The unicorn has a silver horn, her eyes are bright and blue, and when she hears a horse's wish, she can make that wish come true. Sugarlump the rocking horse longs for adventure. But when a magical unicorn grants his wish, he soon discovers there's no match for the fun of playing with children. Is it too late to change his mind?" 1728 "Sultan's eyes, The" "Gardiner, Kelly" HarperCollins Australia 2013 9780732294809 7-9 "The year is 1648 and life in Venice is serene for Isabella and her friends Willem, Al-Qasim and Signora Contarini. Together they publish fine books like the controversial encyclopaedia, The Sum of All Knowledge. When a new Inquisitor declares war on free speech, they are forced to flee across the seas to the wondrous capital of the Ottoman Empire, Constantinople." 18386 Summer "Factor, June & Lester, Alison (ill)" Brolly Books 2005 9781877035548 K-2 Rhyming pages illustrate family life in summer time. A good portrayal of Australian life. 33462 "Summer gang, The" "Funke, Cornelia" Chicken House 2011 9781904442868 3-4 "Charley, Hannah, Izzie and Xa are the C.H.I.X gang, who become best friends, looking after a coop of hens. They promise to keep each other's secrets, always wear a feather and never, ever eat chicken. But, when the enemy boys let the chickens out, the girl gang is put to the test. And, they must find out what grumpy Grandma Slater's black key opens." 18053 "Summer I turned pretty, The" "Han, Jenny" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780141330532 7-9 "Every year, Isabel spends a perfect summer at her family friends' house. There's the swimming pool at night, the private stretch of sandy beach and the two boys - unavailable, aloof Conrad and friendly, relaxed Jeremiah. But this year, something is different. They seem to have noticed her for the first time." 11377 "Summer of kicks, The" "Hackett, Dave" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253362 7-9 "Starrphyre is your average, dorky sixteen year old, with one difference. He has a very weird name, thanks to his hippy parents, a radio sex therapist mum and a bass player dad, from a tragic one-hit-wonder 1980s metal band. All Starrphyre wants is one date with his dream girl, Candace McAllister, but so does every other high school guy. Perhaps starting a band with his video-game obsessed pals will do the trick." 7850 Summer rain "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill) & Bradley, John (trans)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112110 K-2 "First, the land wakes in morning light. Turtles crawl and lizards creep. But, then, rain splatters on dusty ground and everything comes alive. A joyous serenade of northern Australian animals and landscapes in the rainy season. Words are translated into the Yanyuwa language, which is spoken by Aboriginal families in Borroloola, Northern Territory." 5347 Summerlost "Condie, Ally" Penguin 2017 9780141371047 5-6 "It's the first real summer since the devastating accident that killed Cedar's father and younger brother, Ben. But now Cedar and what's left of her family are returning to the town of Iron Creek for the summer. They're just settling into their new house when a boy named Leo, dressed in costume, rides by on his bike. Intrigued, Cedar follows him to the renowned Summerlost theatre festival. Soon, she not only has a new friend in Leo and a job working concessions at the festival, she finds herself surrounded by mystery. The mystery of the tragic, too-short life of the Hollywood actress who haunts the halls of Summerlost. And the mystery of the strange gifts that keep appearing for Cedar. " 999 Sun "Prior, Natalie Jane & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733322433 K-2 "It's morning, the sun is shining and all the animals are stirring. I wonder if someone else is awake." 3565 "Sun is also a star, The" "Yoon, Nicola" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2016 9780552574242 7-9 "Natasha: I'm a girl who believes in science and facts. Not fate. Not destiny. Daniel: I've always been the good son, the good student, living up to my parents' high expectations. Never the poet. Or the dreamer. The Universe: Every moment in our lives has brought us to this single moment. A million futures lie before us. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 54695 Sunday Chutney "Blabey, Aaron" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780670071791 3-4 "Sunday Chutney's family is always moving so she has lived all over the world. That means she's always the new kid at school. Sometimes, Chutney gets lonely but she copes in a very modern way." 4281 Sunk "Biddulph, Rob" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2017 9780008207397 K-2 A pirate hat. A sunny day. For Penguin Blue a game to play. So climb aboard your ship and let's set sail! 21494 Sunny side up "Roberts, Marion" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741752366 5-6 "Sunny Hathaway is eleven years old, an only child, an introvert, a dog lover and part-owner of Pizza-a-Go-Girl, home made pizza delivery service. And, one summer, everything and everyone in her life changes including one step-dad, two siblings, one best friend, one sworn enemy and one long lost grandmother." 12222 Sunshine "Ormerod, Jan" Puffin USA 1983 9780140503623 K-2 A little girl wakes up as sunlight floods her room and she goes about her morning routine. She watches as her parents do the same. A book without text that tells the story through pictures. 4652 Super con-nerd "Phommavanh, Oliver" Penguin 2017 9780143306535 5-6 "Connor is happy to be a nerd, but when he reaches his selective school he finds there are better nerds, Super-nerds. His friends aren't around to support him and he hasn't any new ones. But slowly and because of an almost unwinnable challenge he finds new friends called the nerdy rejects, and he has time to pursue his real destiny- drawing comic books." 1107 Super Fly: Super Fly vs Furious Flea "Doodler, Todd H" Bloomsbury 2016 9781619633841 3-4 "It's not easy to be thwarted by Super Fly twice, but Crazy Cockroach isn't giving up on his plans to take over the world. And his latest plan is truly evil: to turn Super Fly's loyal sidekick, Fantastic Flea, against him! It's always been Super Fly and Fantastic Flea versus the baddies, but what will happen when it's Super Fly versus Furious Flea? Is this the end for our dynamic duo and the human world as we know it? Stay tuned!" 5406 "Super life of Ben Braver, The" "Emerson, Marcus" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760631680 3-4 "From the author of Diary of a 6th Grade Ninja comes this new funny, action series of books about Ben Braver. Ben is selected to go to a school with super powers, even though he doesn't seem to have a super power and is just an ordinary kid. After arriving at the new school he discovers the bully from his old school is also there, which isn't a good thing. Soon after a strange sickness spreads through the school causing the students to act like zombies and eat worms. It's up to Ben and his friends Noah and Penny to solve the mystery. This book is hilarious and if you like superhero fiction you will love this book. " 6088 SuperCat vs the chip thief "Willis, Jeanne" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007518630 5-6 "Tiger is an ordinary, tubby, tabby cat who likes to sleep. Tiger's owner, James, is disappointed because he wanted a fun pet, like a wolf. One day, Tiger licks a toxic sock and is transformed into SuperCat. With his brand new powers and his best friend James, SuperCat must try to save the world, and all the chips, from the dastardly Count Backwards." 27549 Superhero street "Earle, Phil & Ogilvie, Sara (ill)" Orion 2016 9781444013887 5-6 "Michael Mouse lives in a very chaotic household, with younger brothers, a set of twins and a set of triplets. His father is a magician, struggling to keep the household afloat. Mouse sees himself as an aspiring super hero but, when his father suddenly leaves home, Mouse must do more to help around the house. Michael Mouse begins to think he'll never get his chance to be a superhero." 14535 "Supernaturalist, The" "Colfer, Eoin" Penguin 2004 9780141380414 7-9 "Cosmo is a fourteen year old boy of the third millennium living in an institute for parentally challenged boys. There are only three ways out and Cosmo is running out of time. But, rescue by a motley crew of kids presents new dangers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 31066 Surf ache: how do you choose between the things you love "Bobsien, Gerry" Walker Books 2009 9781921150920 7-9 "That blonde boy can really surf. Ellie's move ends her relationship with Jamie and leads to a complete change in interests. She is redefining herself as a surfer with a new love interest. Her prowess as a beginner could be due to her dancing or the good genes she has inherited from her mum. Ella learns to cope with being the new kid, with the ex and the potential boyfriend meeting up, and with the adults in her life. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 392 Surf's up "Chase, Diana" Fremantle Press 1999 9781863682503 7-9 Brad teaches disabled Matt how to surf and finds himself in a life-threatening situation. 11663 Surf: extreme sports "Chapman, Garry" Macmillan Education Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780732964610 5-6 "One of a series of books about extreme sports. All you've ever wanted to know about the sport of surfing with a glossary of terms and surf jargon, and extreme facts throughout the book." 67367 Surface tension "McKinlay, Meg" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921720284 5-6 "When Cassie and Liam start swimming at the lake, neither of them realises the dark secrets that lie beneath. As summer heats up, the water level gets lower and lower, and a shocking truth is slowly uncovered." 3544 Surfer boy Bo "Morrissey, Di ""Gigi"" & Sydenham, Julie (ill)" Harbour Publishing House 2016 9781922134417 K-2 "Bo discovers a magical place beneath the waves. During his adventures, he sees wonderfully strange creatures and their beautiful homes. He also learns that parts of our underwater world are disappearing and it is up to all of us to look after our oceans." 393 Surfing Mr. Petrovic "Bowles, Colin" Penguin 1997 9780140386417 7-9 "While this story appears to be about the activities of a rebellious boy, there are underlying themes of anger and sadness over the break-up of a family." 12903 Suri's wall "Estela, Lucy & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Puffin Australia 2015 9780670077755 3-4 "Suri lives with other children behind a wall. She is much taller than the others and they are frightened of her. But, one day, Suri has grown tall enough to see over the wall and she begins to describe to the children the beautiful things that she sees." 20348 Surrealism for kids Queensland Art Gallery Queensland Art Gallery 2011 9781921503344 5-6 "The surrealists were a clever and cheeky bunch of artists and poets, who loved breaking the rules of art and finding new ways to look at the world. They enjoyed inventing and playing games with word and pictures. You can find out about the main surrealists and have fun at home playing some of their most surreal games and activities." 15347 Survival: life in earth's toughest habitats "Taylor, Barbara & Few, Roger (cons)" Dorling Kindersley 2002 9780751339222 5-6 "Presented in a magazine style, this book provides excellent information about, and photographs of, animals who survive in various difficult habitats around the world." 9539 Susan laughs "Wllis, Jeanne & Ross, Tony (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780099407560 3-4 "Susan laughs, she sings, she rides, she swings. Susan gets angry, she gets sad, she is good and she is bad. Susan is just like any other child, but then again, are all children the same." 5422 Susie k files: Game changer "Flint, Shamini & Heinrich, Sally (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296698 3-4 "Suzie K Files the Game Changer continues Suzie's challenge of keeping her mother happy. This time her mother wants her to be a champion at the school sports day. Suzie is more of a bookish type, preferring her studies of science. Using problems solving steps Suzie sets to be as useful as possible to her team. " 5421 Susie k files: Life of the party "Flint, Shamini & Heinrich, Sally (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296681 3-4 "Susie's mother had come from Sri Lanka and didn't have many of the opportunities Susie has in Australia. She really wants her daughter to be one of the crowd and that includes being invited to class parties. Susie isn't worried, she is happy with the fish, George, and her science work. However she also wants to please her mother so...being a problem solver she sets out to work out how to get an invitation to the most popular girl in school's birthday party!" 125516 Swallowing the sun "Trueman, Terry" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2003 9780340866412 7-9 "Jose's life is turned upside down when a hurricane hits his tiny village in Honduras, causing mudslides which bury the town. He works against all odds to provide hope and leadership, and to help his family and neighbours survive. Some harrowing scenes. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 394 Swallows and Amazons "Ransome, Arthur" Red Fox 2001 9780099427339 5-6 This series is for sailing and boating fans who love adventures on the water. 49867 "Swan kingdom, The " "Marriott, Zoe " Walker Books 2007 9780744529272 5-6 "Alexandra is a princess, albeit by her own description, a very plain looking one. She lives happily with the Queen and her three talented brothers but less happily with her father, the King. After her mother is killed by a terrible beast, Alexandra is banished to stay with her aunt and her brothers are exiled. Alexandra must find the inner strength to oppose her step-mother, restore her brothers and, thereby, heal the land." 13524 Swan lake "Spudvilas, Anne" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781743318454 7-9 "The iconic ballet Swan Lake, the tragic love story of a princess transformed into a swan by an evil sorcerer, has been revered for more than a century. In this atmospheric adaptation, Anne Spudvilas reimagines the classic tale of passion, betrayal and heartbreak in the dramatic riverscape of the Murray-Darling." 4288 Swan song "Thiele, Colin" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403254 5-6 "Mitch Bird, the son of a wildlife ranger, rescues and raises two pelican chicks and hatches a black swan from its abandoned nest. It is a struggle for Mitch to reproduce the natural environment for two pelicans and a black swan." 19173 Swap "Light, Steve" Walker Books 2016 9781406367768 K-2 "A broken-down ship, a loose button and an idea." 40660 "Swap, The" "Ormerod, Jan & Joyner, Andrew" Little Hare Books 2013 9781921541414 K-2 "Mama Crocodile is taking the kids shopping and, as usual, she is gushing over the baby. Older sister, Caroline, is not happy. She thinks her baby brother dribbles and smells. She couldn't even think about being more jealous, if she tried. While waiting for her mother to come back from the hat shop, the very jealous Caroline decides to swap her baby brother at the Baby Shop nearby." 7742 Swarm "Westerfeld, Scott & Lanagan, Margo & Biancotti, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925267242 7-9 "Two strangers with new powers take to the dance floor at the Zeroes' underground nightclub. The Zeroes pursue them, only to discover that they're fleeing an even more sinister power-wielder, Swarm. If they are to stay safe, the Zeroes must learn all they can about this dangerous new player. But, each of the Zeroes has their own issues to deal with. It's up to Flicker to pick up the reins and lead the Zeroes into a terrifying showdown. Sequel to Zeroes. Mature themes. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 or above." 395 Swashbuckler "Moloney, James" University of Queensland Press 1995 9780702228254 5-6 "Peter's saviour from the school bullies is an unlikely hero dressed in a cape who speaks in old-fashioned English. An exciting, heart-warming story about bringing the truth out in people. A realistic stories with non-stop action." 6062 Sweet tea "Ridden, Brian" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403681 7-9 "Issues of racism, love and family grief will appeal to more mature readers. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9573 "Sweetest fig, The" "Van Allsburg, Chris" Houghton Mifflin 1993 9780395673461 3-4 "Monsieur Bibot, a very fussy French dentist, scoffs when he is told that the figs given as a form of payment by an impoverished patient are magic. He learns otherwise after eating one." 396 Sweetie May "Shanahan, Lisa & MIllard, Kerry (ill)" ABC Books 2007 9780733320699 3-4 "Pirates and an unexpected treasure, in a story about the adventures and arguments aboard the 'Thick and thin'." 9357 Sweetie May overboard "Shanahan, Lisa & Millard, Kerry (ill)" ABC Books 2001 9780733308741 3-4 "The humorous story that defies stereotyping in which baby, Sweetie May, turns two gangs of swashbuckling pirates into besotted surrogate fathers." 6867 "Swim in the sea, A" "Whiting, Sue & Thomas, Meredith (ill)" Walker Books 2013 9781921150494 K-2 Bruno has never been to the beach before. And he can't wait. He is going for a swim in the big blue sea. 15224 Swimmers "Ballance, Alison" Pearson Education Australia 2002 9780733937682 3-4 "A look at animals that swim. The book includes simple factual information, beautifully presented photographs and illustrations, a glossary and an index." 9460 Swimming "Bizley, Kirk" Heinemann 2000 9781575729633 3-4 "Colourful photographs and drawings introduce the social and competitive side of the sport of swimming. There are tips on what to wear, equipment needed, safety issues and rules, plus good warm-up activities." 4516 Swimming on the lawn "Hamid, Yasmin" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164855 5-6 "Farida lives with her family in Khartoum, Sudan. For Farida the 1960s are a time of fun and adventure, from riding the train to a remote village by the remains of Nubian pyramids to seeing the twirling dancers of the Mawlid festival. But as columns of black smoke rise on the horizon, can Farida's happiness last?" 32174 Swirl by swirl: spirals in nature "Sidman, Joyce & Krommes, Beth (ill)" Houghton Mifflin 2011 9780547315836 K-2 "Spiral shapes are all around us in nature. See what makes the tiny snail shell so beautiful and why that shape occurs in rushing rivers, in a flower bud, and even inside your ear. Celebrate the beauty and usefulness of this fascinating spiral shape." 69527 "Swiss family Robinson, The" "Wyss, Johann" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2009 9780141325309 7-9 "Following a wild and raging storm, the Swiss family Robinson is stranded at sea. The thundering waves have swept them off to a tropical island, where a new life, with many dangers and delights, awaits them." 397 Switchers "Thompson, Kate" Apple 1999 9780786813964 5-6 An Irish girl and her strange companion save the world from freak weather by using their ability to switch into animal forms. 398 "Sword and the circle, The" "Sutcliff, Rosemary" Puffin UK 1994 9780140371499 7-9 The beautifully written retelling of the legend of King Arthur and his knights of the round table. Sword girl series "Watts, Frances & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 7251 "Sword in the stone, The" "White, T H" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1999 9780006753995 7-9 "A mythical story of Arthur and his quest led by Merlin, the sorcerer." 86343 Sydney of the Antarctic "Tulloch, Coral" ABC Books 2007 9780733321597 3-4 "Sydney Walton Mouse dreams of a life of adventure. Most of all, he wants to go to Antarctica where it is wild and white and wonderful. When Sydney's dream comes true, it's not quite how he expected." 399 Sydney through time "Heimann, Rolf" Roland Harvey Books 1999 9780949714671 7-9 "A puzzling, historical account of Sydney's history to the year 2000." 56645 Sylvester and Arnold "Bedford, David & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Little Hare Books 2013 9781921714542 K-2 "Two tough crocs, look tough, dress tough and act tough. They are about to get a shoc from a much nastier, bigger croc, called Big Betty." 754 Sylvia "Sharp, Christine" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253140 K-2 "Sylvia snail is in love with Simon and his luscious lettuce, choice cucumbers and buttery beans. But, being so small, Sylvia wonders how she can get Simon to notice her." 4339 Sylvie "Sattler, Jennifer" Random House Children's Books 2009 9780375857089 K-2 "Sylvie is a flamingo who discovers that she is pink, like the other flamingoes, because she eats pink shrimps. Sylvie decides that you are what you eat so she keeps changing her diet, and ends up with some very interesting new looks." 16753 Sylvie and the songman "Binding, Tim & Barrett, Angela (ill)" David Fickling Books 2008 9780385611213 7-9 "Sylvie's beloved dog, Mr Jackson, has lost his bark. The birds have stopped singing. In the growing silence, her dad, her dear music-making dad, has disappeared. Sylvie and her best friend, George, are drawn into the nightmare world of the songman. Only they can save the earth from its terrible, voiceless fate." 45552 "Tail of two diggers, A" "Gillam, John & Fletcher, Yvonne & Durell, Paul (ill)" Returned Services League (RSL) 2016 9780646952260 5-6 "Digger, a mischievous pup, ran away from home seeking adventure. He became the soldiers' mascot and, during World War I, Digger's adventures were not quite what he expected. He was wounded and befriended by Sergeant James Martin. When he returned home, Digger hated loud noise and certain smells, which reminded him of war. For his bravery and long service, Digger was presented with a silver engraved collar. Based on a true story." 30015 Taj and the great camel trek "Hawke, Rosanne" University of Queensland Press 2011 9780702238772 5-6 "Taj and his camel are on the adventure of a lifetime. They join explorer Ernest Giles to cross the Australian desert, where they encounter wild dogs, poisonous snakes, Aborigines and a constant shortage of water. Taj also learns the hard reality of travelling with animals." 17281 "Take it easy, Danny Allen" "Cummings, Phil" Pan MacMillan 2008 9780330423731 5-6 "When the family farm is repossessed by the bank, Danny has no alternative but to accept his parents' decision to move to the city and start a new life. But life in the city frightens Danny and he has difficulty adjusting and making friends. A runaway dog helps Danny to adjust." 4310 Take my word for it "Marsden, John" Pan MacMillan 1993 9780732907655 7-9 "In a Year 9 boarding school dormitory, introspective Laura pours out her observations of friends, family, her frustrations and successes, her thoughts and feelings in her writing. She also befriends Marina who readers met in 'So much to tell you'. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4032 Take Ted instead "Webb, Cassandra & Francey, Amanda (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2016 9781925059533 K-2 It's bedtime for one tired little boy. But why should he go to bed when everyone else in the house is still awake? He has a plan to keep himself wide awake... 16516 Takeshita demons "Burne, Cristy & Siku (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2010 9781847801159 3-4 "Japanese born Mika is feisty and funny, and torn between the old ways taught by her beloved, deceased grandmother and fitting into twenty-first century London. When a replacement teacher turns out to be a demon bent on her demise, Mika tackles the problem head on." 35552 "Tale of Angelino Brown, The" "Almond, David & T.Smith, Alex (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406358070 3-4 "Bert and Betty Brown have got themselves a little angel. Bert found him in his top pocket when he was driving his bus. Bert and Betty's friends think he's lovely. So do Nancy and Jack and Alice from Class 5K. What a wonder! But Acting Head Teacher Mrs Mole is not so sure. Nor is Professor Smellie. Or the mysterious bloke in black who claims to be a School Inspector. Then there's Basher Malone - big, lumbering Basher Malone. He REALLY doesn't like Angelino. And it looks like he's out to get him..." 13117 "Tale of Despereaux, The" "DiCamillo, Kate & Basil Ering, Timothy (ill)" Walker Books 2004 9780744598698 5-6 "Despereaux is a very small mouse who longs to be near the beautiful Princess Pea. Mouse law forbids any contact between mice and humans. When Despereaux lands in the castle dungeon, he must show enormous courage and ingenuity to escape." 3968 "Tale of rescue, The" "Rosen, Michael J. & Fellows, Stan (ill)" Candlewick Press 2015 9780763671679 5-6 "When a blizzard traps a family outside in a whiteout, a cattle dog devises a stunning rescue in a moving, suspenseful, and gorgeously illustrated story." 8272 "Tale of two beasts, A" "Roberton, Fiona" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2015 9781444916720 K-2 "A little girl rescues a strange beast in the woods and carries him safely home. But, the beast is not happy and escapes." 19473 Tales from a tall forest "Bentley, Jonathan & Micallef, Shaun" Hardie Grant Egmont 2017 9781760129590 3-4 "When an innocent princess wanders into the forest, she finds herself trapped between a wolf with a ravenous appetite and a sweet little house with a secret. Meanwhile, a desperate fisherman enters into a very bad bargain with a power-hungry monkey. And meanwhile still, a tiny tricksy tailor promises a promise that not even the most magic of beanstalks can help him escape." 24017 Tales from around the world "Percy, Graham" Pavilion 2012 9781843652076 K-2 "Tales from around the world retells best loved children's tales including The Amazing Tea-Kettle, Why the Owl has such Big Eyes, Three Balls of Wool & the Tiger, the Old Man and the Jackel." Tales from Mossy Bottom Farm series "Howard, Martin & Janes, Andy (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 113080 Tales from outer suburbia "Tan, Shaun" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741149173 7-9 "A beautifully illustrated and innovative book, full of fanciful whimsy that takes us to a place where we might think about ourselves and our society." 400 Tales from Shakespeare "Lamb, Charles & Mary" Penguin 1994 9780140366778 5-6 Prose adaptations of twenty of Shakespeare's works written especially for children. 9234 Tales from the perilous realm "Tolkien, J R R" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2002 9780007149124 7-9 Four classic tales from the author of 'The Lord of the Rings'. 12469 Tales from the waterhole "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2004 9780744565935 K-2 "The waterhole in summer is the perfect place to hang out with your friends and family, playing football, doing springboard stunts, having a party. In five tales, mess about with Morris, his best friend, Billy, and a crowd of colourful animal characters." 9286 Tales of ancient Egypt "Green, Roger Lancelyn" Puffin UK 1995 9780140367164 7-9 "These stories, legends from ancient Egypt, are of gods, magic and adventure, including the great myths of Amen-Ra of Isis." 18560 Tales of Deltora "Rodda, Emily & McBride, Marc (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781865048079 5-6 Questions answered about where the Shadow Lord came from and who were the Masked Ones. The truth about the battles and bloodlines that forged the Deltora adventures are revealed. 31983 "Tales of Jahani, The: Daughter of nomads" "Hawke, Rosanne & Cornish, D M (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702253935 7-9 "Fourteen year old Jahani lives a peaceful life in her village in Pakistan. But, havoc is brewing in the Mughal Empire, with tyrants and war lords burning villages in their quest to rule. After an assassin strikes in a bazaar, Jahani discovers her life is not as it seems. With her mysterious protector, Azhar, she flees over treacherous terrain towards the fabled Qurraqoram Mountains. Surrounded by deceit and danger, Jahani does not know who to trust or what their destination will reveal. The story concludes in book 2, The Leopard Princess." 4580 "Tales of Jahani, The: Leopard Princess, The" "Hawke, Rosanne & Cornish, D M (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2016 9780702254222 7-9 "First Moon of Autumn, 1662. After reuniting with the nomads, fourteen year old Jahani is finally home. With her red hair dyed black, she can travel through the Qurraqoram Mountains without fear of being captured. But, the tyrants and war lords who pursue Jahani will not rest in their battle for power. Before long, the nomads are attacked. To fulfil her true destiny, Jahani must try to discover a pathway to peace in the northern kingdoms. Sequel to Daughter of nomads and the conclusion to The Tales of Jahani." 3704 "Tales of Mrs Mancini, The" "Prior, Natalie Jane & Orsini, Cheryl (ill)" ABC Books 2016 9780733335655 3-4 "Mrs Mancini, together with her human friend Filippina, runs a cake shop full of delectable treats. Alongside her flair for flan, Mrs Mancini also has a special ability to bring children together." 15403 Tales of the Trojan war "Khanduri, Kamini (reteller) & Anderson, Jeff (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2002 9780746052013 5-6 "The history of the Trojan war, a well-told story of the folly of gods and men. The Greeks attack Troy to force the Trojan prince, Paris, to return their queen, Helen, the most beautiful woman in the world." 18471 Talisman: the tears of Isis "Jones, Allan Frewin" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340882245 7-9 "Olly and Josh are travelling in Egypt with Olly's father, Professor Christie, in search of the precious talismans of the moon. Danger, however, lurks in the shadows. Josh and Olly must outwit whoever is trying to get there first." 16414 Talk under water "Lomer, Kathryn" University of Queensland Press 2015 9780702253690 7-9 "Will and Summer meet online and strike up a friendship based on a coincidence. Both are missing a parent and need a friend. Summer lives in Will's old hometown, a small community on Tasmania's coast. But, Summer isn't telling the whole truth about herself. She figures it doesn't matter, if they never see each other. But, when Will returns and they meet, Summer can no longer hide her secret." 40580 "Talkative tortoise, The" "Fusek Peters, Andrew & Cooke, Charlotte (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2012 9781846434181 K-2 "Talkative Tortoise loves talking about his smooth and shiny shell and showing off to his best friend, the geese. But when the time comes for the to migrate, he is worried about being left behind." 401 Talking in whispers "Watson, James" Penguin 1998 9780141300795 7-9 "Set in Chile, this political thriller takes the reader on a physical and emotional journey into a military coup. A powerful and disturbing novel about one boy's attempt to reveal the abuse of power and torture used by the state. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 7157 "Tall man and the twelve babies, The" "Niland Champion, T & Niland, K & Niland, D (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742371153 K-2 "In a big, big city, in a tiny, tiny apartment, lived a tall, tall man and twelve babies." 402 Tangara "Chauncy, Nan" Puffin Australia 1987 9780140321852 5-6 "When Lexie was eight, she discovered an old shell necklace that had belonged to her great-great-aunt. Through the necklace, she meets Merrina, who takes her to a gully that holds a mystery. A combination of fantasy and Tasmanian history." 18205 Tanglewood "Wild, Margaret & Goodman, Vivienne (ill)" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862915701 K-2 "A lonely tree, Tanglewood, lives on an island far away, visited only by the wind. One day, a bird shelters from the storm among its branches and a precious bond is formed. But, Seagull belongs to the sky and, too soon, must leave." 18641 Tanglewreck "Winterson, Jeanette" Bloomsbury 2006 9780747583554 7-9 "Clever, eleven year old heroine, Silver, is on a modern day quest to get time right. She must escape the villainous Abel Darkwater and find the timekeeper to save the people of London from the disasters caused by time tornadoes and time traps." 16071 Tank boys "Dando-Collins, Stephen" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857981301 7-9 "As many others had done, Australian 16 year-olds Frankie and Taz lied about their ages to enlist for WWI, one envisaging the adventure of a lifetime, the other to assuage guilt about staying at home when his brothers have died in the war. On the German side, Richard, also 16, finds himself assigned in one of the first German tanks. The three are destined to meet in the same shelled out crater during history's first tank battle." 87422 Tansy Magill "Martin, Carol Ann & Watson, Judy (ill)" Puffin Australia 2012 9780143306399 3-4 "One summer morning, Tansy Magill with the wild red hair visits her secret garden. There, she gets a big surprise and, now, she has a mystery to solve." 10418 Tao "Newman, John" Walker Books 2011 9781406332605 3-4 "Ever since Jo took his dad away, Tao feels like he's in the middle of a tug-of-war between his parents. But, he can't help hoping that they will get back together someday. It's Tao's birthday and he's turning ten. When the phone rings, Tao thinks it's just a wrong number from someone called Mimi. But, Tao's life is about to change, forever. " 11376 Tape "Camden, Steven" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2014 9780007523511 7-9 "In 1993, Ryan records a diary on an old tape. He talks about his mother's death, about his dreams, about his love for a girl at school who doesn't even know he exists. In 2013, Ameliah moves in with her grandmother after her parents die. There, she finds a tape in the spare room, with a boy's voice on it - a voice she can't quite hear, but which seems to be speaking to her." 403 Tapestry "Pallotta-Chiarolli, Maria" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091838720 7-9 "This biography traces five generations of an Australian Italian family. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 43471 Tarin of the Mammoths: Clan of wolves "Sandhu, Jo" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780143309383 5-6 "Tarin's quest to save Mammoth Clan seems increasingly out of reach. Badly injured while fleeing the savage Boar Clan, Tarin and the twins face certain death as the harsh Winter descends. But an unexpected refuge not only saves their lives but offers new friends, and Tarin finally realises his greatest wish. When Spring comes, will Tarin have the strength to leave and continue his dangerous journey? " 4934 "Tarin of the mammoths: Exile, The" "Sandhu, Jo" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780143309376 5-6 "Tarin longs to be a hunter, but his twisted leg means he is feared and bullied. After a disastrous mishap, Tarin is forced to leave his family and travel alone across wild, unknown land to save the Mammoth Clan. Battling the hostile and savage Boar Clan, a deadly illness, and treacherous terrain with twins Kaija and Luuka and their wolf cubs, Tarin realises that if they are to survive he must conquer his greatest fear- his inner self- and embrace the magic that is hiding within him." 404 Taronga "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 1988 9780140326314 7-9 "Ben comes upon Taronga Zoo which seems unaffected by a nuclear holocaust, or is it? Ben and his Aboriginal friend, Ellie, are aware that decisions they make may have huge implications for the future. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4341 Tarzan of the apes "Burroughs, Edgar Rice" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2008 9780141036533 7-9 "Abandoned to his fate when his English parents die in the African jungle, a baby boy is rescued and reared by a loving ape, foster mother. Tarzan grows into a mighty warrior, becoming leader of his tribe of apes, until he encounters humans for the first time." Tashi series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18626 Tasmanian devil: life cycles of Australian animals "Pyers, Greg" Echidna Books 2005 9781740708883 3-4 "Interesting information on the Tasmanian devil is presented with photos, maps, fact boxes and pictorial timelines." 111111 "Taste of cockroach, A" "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2005 9780143003373 7-9 "Well-written, easily read short stories for young adults using simple, effective language to tackle mature themes like war and relationships including racial prejudice. Contains language that may offend some readers. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 16832 Tatiara "Oliver, Jo" New Frontier Publishing 2010 9781921042225 3-4 "In a sheltered bay, a girl and a seal become friends and, in time, healing comes to each of them." 21415 Tattoo "Barnes, Jennifer Lynn " Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741662214 7-9 "Bailey Morgan and her friends, Delia, Annabelle and Zo, apply strange, temporary tattoos picked up from a small booth at the mall. The tattoos will, supposedly, last for three days and the girls are sure they will absolutely kill at the school dance. Unfortunately, killing is just what someone has in mind. Along with the tattoo, each girl receives a gift, a supernatural power to help in the fight for their lives." 15110 Tawny scrawny lion "Jackson, Kathryn & Tenggren, Gustaf (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780375828386 K-2 A hungry lion is a threat to the animals in the jungle until a visit to rabbit's house for supper changes everything. 9698 Tea and sugar Christmas "Jolly, Jane & Ingpen, Robert (ill)" National Library of Australia 2014 9780642278630 K-2 "The Tea and Sugar train came once a week on a Thursday. But, the special Christmas train only came once a year. Today was Sunday. Four more days without sugar. Four more days until the Christmas train. Please, please be on time. Please don't be late. Join Kathleen in the outback as she eagerly waited for the Christmas Tea and Sugar train." 405 Tea for three "Fatchen, Max & Thiele, Colin" Moondrake 1994 9781863912433 7-9 A compilation of the two authors' favourite poems are illustrated in this Australian poetry book. 9513 Teacher alligator "Charles, Faustin & Wojtowycz, David (ill)" Bloomsbury 2001 9780747547600 3-4 "A variety of animals with a very positive attitude to attending school are featured in this book of poetry that explores school life in verse. There are a whole host of animal characters from Mr Dragon, the Headmaster, to Miss Poodle, the French teacher." 624 Teaching the teacher "van Loon, Joan & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780702236532 3-4 "Ms Cherry learns what it feels like to stare down the school bully, to be brave during a trip to the nurse's office and to get down from the monkey bars with the help of her students. It has certainly been a tough day for the teacher and, perhaps, she has learnt something from the students as a result." 3027 Teacup "Young, Rebecca & Ottley, Matt (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743623848 5-6 "Once there was a boy who had to leave home and find another one. Among his possessions was a teacup, holding earth from where he used to play." 406 Tearaways "Klein, Robin" Penguin 1992 9780670832125 7-9 "Ten stories of different people who might be best avoided! Conniving characters that come in all shapes, sizes and disguises." 35349 Tears in the jungle "Clarke, Daniel & Clarke, William" CTQ Management Consulting 2011 9780646558158 5-6 "Two brothers, aged ten and twelve, travel to the jungles of Borneo to experience the critically endangered orangutan in the wild. Their story is inspiring." 9049 Tears of a friend "Kenrick, Joanna" Evans Bros 2008 9780237535254 7-9 "Cassie and Claire are best friends and do everything together. But, Claire always likes things her way. Cassie's fed up and now they've fallen out. They must find a way to mend the rift." 9295 Technology in the time of ancient Egypt "Crosher, Judith" Raintree 1998 9780817248758 7-9 "Explores the use of technology in ancient Egypt including technology used in architecture, crafts, hobbies, transportation and ancient inventions." 9230 Technology in the time of ancient Rome "Snedden, Robert" Raintree 1998 9780817248765 5-6 "A look at the innovative tools and methods used by early Romans focusing on weaving, metalwork, food production, transportation, and building plus activities where students can try using the same techniques as the ancients." 40975 Teddy took the train "Greenberg, Nicki " Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760112134 K-2 "When Mum and Dot go on an outing, Dot brings Teddy along for the ride. But, in the rush to get off the train, Dot loses Teddy. The kindly stationmaster assures Dot that the train didn't take teddy but, rather, Teddy took the train to go on a big adventure. Although she isn't sure, Dot gets involved in imagining Teddy's adventures." 9344 Tee Dee and the collectors or how it all began "Caswell, Brian" University of Queensland Press 1998 9780702229886 7-9 "Tee Dee is alone, stranded on a backward planet called Earth but help is at hand. The Zone Commandos may be primitive but they make a great team. Tee Dee could do with some friends." 35562 "Teenage guide to friends, The" "Morgan, Nicola" Walker Books 2017 9781406369779 7-9 "Friendships and peer groups can cause problems and upsets in your teenage years. People can be confusing- until you understand how different personality traits, stresses and emotions affect their behaviours. Yours too! This book is for anyone who wants to know how friendships work and what to do when they don't. You'll find positive advice on how to make and keep friends, as well as positive strategies to help you through the tough times and make you feel more confident." 7314 Tell me about your day today "Fox, Mem & Stringer, Lauren (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2012 9781742835785 K-2 "Time to curl up, snuggle in and discover the who, the what, the why, and the way four friends had a wonderful day." 15368 Tell me why "Templeton, Robyn & Jackson, Sarah" Magabala Books 2004 9781875641963 3-4 "When Sarah was seven years old, she asked her grandmother a very important question. This is the story of that question and the answer." 9053 Telling lies "Glensor, Tricia" HarperCollins NZ 2012 9781869509347 5-6 "Against the background of paranoia, fear and betrayal that is German-occupied France in 1942, a defiant French family decides to help Paul, a downed New Zealand airman. If they are to hide him, smuggle him to safety and survive, they must weave a web of lies." 12376 "Tempestuous voyage of Hopewell Shakespeare, The" "Masson, Sophie" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780340865811 7-9 "Hopewell Shakespeare craves adventure and he joins the crew of a notorious buccaneer hunting for the Lost Island of the Lord of Alchemists where dreams come true. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12138 Ten apples up on top "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1984 9780001713239 K-2 "A dog, lion and tiger show off how many apples they can balance on their heads while doing all sorts of silly things. The rhyming, rhythmic, repetitious text helps with early reading and counting." 25868 Ten blue wrens and what a lot of wattle "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742377872 K-2 "Count all the familiar Australian things. Count the busy wrens on their fine stick legs, the bowerbird's treasures, his bottle tops and pegs. One little nipper and twelve kelpie legs as well as pies, potoroos and blue wrens." 12188 Ten in the bed "Dale, Penny" Walker Books 1998 9780744513400 K-2 "Have you ever wondered who the ten in the bed were and what happened to them after they rolled out? This tale, about a small child and an assortment of animated, soft toys, will help you to find out." 12399 Ten out of bed "Dale, Penny" Walker Books 1996 9780744543834 K-2 A counting book about a little boy and his toys that play games until they all fall asleep. 23234 Ten pound pom "Wilkinson, Carole & Anelli, Liz (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781925381214 5-6 "I don't want to come to Australia. I have just started grammar school. My best friend Sally goes there too. But it looks like there could be another war and Dad has convinced Mum to go. Because we're migrants, the voyage is costing Mum and Dad only 10 pounds each! My brother and I are travelling for free. It's a long way to Australia. What if we never come back to England?" 12121 Ten red apples "Hutchins, Pat" Bodley Head 2001 9780370326931 K-2 "Beginning with a horse, one by one, several farm animals consume the ten apples from a tree. A story that nearly ends when a sole apple remains for the farmer but none for his wife, who hopes to bake a pie." 4763 Ten scared fish "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742379128 K-2 A counting book. Follow the river to the sea and meet and count the animals. Find out what ten little fish meet. 15613 Ten things I hate about me "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Pan MacMillan 2006 9780330422741 7-9 "Jamie hates lot of things about her life, her dark hair, her dad's Charter of Curfew Rights and her real name. Jamie has hidden her Lebanese background from everyone at school and it's only with her email friend, John, that she can really be herself. But, things are getting complicated. The most popular boy in school is interested in her, she keeps thinking about Timothy, the school loner, and the school formal is coming up." 9350 Tennis "Stich, Francesca (ed)" Dorling Kindersley 2000 9780754327844 5-6 "Meet Arantxa Sanchez-Vicario, a professional tennis player who won the French Open when she was only seventeen years old. This comprehensive guide introduces young players to all the basic skills, essential techniques and rules of tennis." 18488 Tennis star "Caisley, Raewyn" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407757 5-6 "Thirteen year old Nathan loves playing tennis. When he is recruited to portray his hero, champion tennis player Richard Krafter, in advertisements, Nathan's ego is enhanced but with negative effects on family relationships and his friendships." 68569 Tensy Farlow and the home for mislaid children "Storer, Jen" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670073399 5-6 "Tensy Farlow was dumped, hunted and betrayed, leaving her in mortal danger, without a guardian angel. She is thrown into a gloomy orphanage, which is exactly what the dark world needs." 1885 "Teresa, a new Australian" "Abela, Deborah" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781742990941 5-6 "During the war, Teresa and her family survived the bombing of their home and went hungry during the long siege of their island. But, life in peace time is still hard. Her parents want a better life and apply to migrate to Australia. But, after the long voyage to Sydney, there are more testing times ahead for Teresa as she tries to learn Australian ways, avoid the bullies and do well at school. She is not about to let anything stop her from making her family and her nanna, back in Malta, proud of her." 17760 "Terrible plop, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Puffin Australia 2009 9780670071418 K-2 "Everyone is afraid of the Terrible Plop. They have to run, they cannot stop. Join in as someone reads this wonderful picture book to you and find out about the bear and the littlest rabbit who turn back to discover the secret of the Terrible Plop." 10553 "Terrible suitcase, The" "Allen, Emma & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Omnibus Books 2012 9781862919402 K-2 "It's the first day of school and all the children have special backpacks, except for me. My mum has given me a terrible suitcase. Well, first I got mad then I used my imagination." 2298 "Terrible thing that happened to Barnaby Brocket, The" "Boyne, John & Jeffers, Oliver (ill)" Doubleday 2012 9780857531476 5-6 "The Brockets are normal and respectable, and they hate anyone who is different. When Barnaby is born, he's certainly not ordinary. He defies the laws of gravity and floats. Barnaby is desperate to please his parents but he just can't keep both feet on the ground. The Brockets decide Barnaby must go. Betrayed and alone, Barnaby floats into the path of a special hot air balloon and begins a magical journey with extraordinary new friends." 5230 Terrible Troy "Fatchen, Max" ABC Books 2000 9780733307744 3-4 "Frolicking in mud and puddles and looking most dishevelled, Terrible Troy causes his mother great despair." Terry Deary's pirate tales series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12354 Tessa "Lawson, Sue" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734406095 5-6 Tessa wants a puppy to keep her company and protect her from her neighbour. Tessa leaves brochures lying around the house for her mother to notices but she's not sure it works. Perhaps her Mum has other ideas. 8656 Tessa snaps snakes "Lester, Alison" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1993 9780340605431 K-2 Seven children each behave in a unique way. They have seven different secrets and fears. Different things make them laugh and each child has a special way to earn pocket money and to send messages. Each child gets to be a star. 42557 Thaddeus Bix and the Pirates of Pepperjack "Mansfield, Kylie" Meraki Books 2016 9780994520906 5-6 "When Thaddeus Bix is kidnapped by a gang of pirates and thrown inside a magical sea chest, he thinks things have gone pretty bad. Little does he know they are just about to get worse. A swashbuckling adventure on the high seas awaits, with Thaddeus and his new friends Molly and Juniper as they attempt to outwit and escape a crew of stinking pirates, wizards, witches, giant talking spiders and worse. " 3436 "Thank you dish, The" "Balla, Trace" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760292355 K-2 "It's dinnertime at Grace's place. 'Thanks to the rain, the soil and the sunshine,' says Mama. 'Thank you alpaca,' says Grace. Mama is confused, why does Grace thank alpaca for her dinner. Grace smiles and explains." 9559 Thank you for my yukky present "Hooper, Meredith" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733614071 3-4 Charlie is very excited about a present from his Grandma. He is very disappointed when it appears to be just a boring handknitted jumper. But then the jumper takes him on an adventure. 997 "That boy, Jack " "Brian, Janeen" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781922179005 5-6 "Jack and Gilbert made a pact when they were younger - to work together in the mines, just like their fathers and other immigrants. Jack is turning twelve, and the thought of working underground fills him with panic. When Gilbert leaves school to earn a wage, Jack wants to keep his word - but that means facing his fear. All the while his heart is telling him to follow another path. That boy, Jack must find the courage to choose." 951 That car "Kennedy, Cate & Zapel, Carla (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743310953 K-2 "We found the old car in the shed when we moved to the farm. We couldn't wait to play in it, it could take us anywhere." 33078 That cat can't stay "Krasnesky, Thad & Parkins, David (ill)" Flashlight Press 2010 9780979974656 K-2 "Dad is no match for this clever Mum, a cat lover, who manages to get not one, not two, not three, but four cats into the household. One by one, she brings them home and uses guile to convince Dad to keep them, but only just for a little while." 17663 That Christmas feeling "Wilkinson, Lili & Francey, Amanda (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294960 K-2 "This year, Dottie, Jem and Shortbread are staying with their grandparents, and Dottie is worried. Will Santa be able to find them? Does Grandpa know how to make Christmas pudding? Will Mum and Dad make it back in time? Can Dottie find that special, tingly Christmas feeling?" 4391 That dolphin thing "Bone, Ian" Penguin 2001 9780141311265 7-9 "Mac's mother is dying of cancer. Mac attempts to make friends and settle into school life. His promise to swim with his mother and the dolphins becomes an insurmountable nightmare. Help comes from an unexpected source. Some coarse language. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12474 That pesky rat "Child, Lauren" Orchard Books 2003 9781841212760 3-4 "The brown street rat lives in a trash can in Grubby Alley, longing to be someone's pet, someone with an interest in cheese. He knows plenty of animals who are pets. When Mr. Fortesque mistakes him for a cat, life changes." 35546 That stubborn seed of hope "Falkner, Brian" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259692 7-9 "A collection of ten gripping short stories about fear and hope. A boy helps his sister by disguising her birthmark on her first day of school. A seventeen-year-old awakens to find himself trapped in an elderly body. A teenage girl discovers her boyfriend has a life-threatening virus the day after they share their first kiss. A high school student tries to communicate to his hospitalised brother who is in a vegetative state. Brian Falkner serves up bite-sized tales of fear - fear of rejection, fear of dying, fear of disease, fear of the unknown, fear of exclusion, fear of being caught and fear of embarrassment - showing how that stubborn seed of hope hungers our darkest moments. " 28912 That's (not) mine "Kang, Anna & Weyant, Christopher (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2016 9781444918335 K-2 "Two fuzzy creatures both want to sit in the same comfy chair. The trouble is, they can't agree who it belongs to and they get madder and madder." 46399 That's mine "Van Zeveren, Michel" Gecko Press 2013 9781877579288 K-2 "Deep in the jungle, a little frog finds an egg and declares 'That's mine'. However, there are those within the jungle who would dispute his claim, and each one seems bigger, stronger and more of a bully than the last." 80249 That's not a daffodil "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742372488 K-2 "When Tom's neighbour gives him a brown bulb, Tom can't believe it will flower. He doesn't think it's a daffodil so the old gardener invites him to plant the bulb and see what happens." 18542 That's the trick "Bell, Krista & Dunk, Sarah (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408945 5-6 This little book will delight word buffs. It contains examples of homonyms with cartoon drawings to illustrate the words. The Apothecary trilogy series "Meloy, Maile" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The bad guys series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Bartimaeus trilogy series "Stroud, Jonathan" 7-9 "A fantasy series told from the viewpoint of three characters. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3980 The bear who stared "Beedie, Duncan" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2015 9781760405182 K-2 "There once was a bear who like to stare. Bear doesn't mean to be rude, just curious but nobody likes to be stared at and it soon gets Bear into trouble. Luckily there's a googly-eyed frog who soon sets Bear straight." The Caddy kids series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The children of the lamp series "Kerr, P B" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Chronicles of Prydain series "Alexander, Lloyd" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The circle opens series "Pierce, Tamora" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. The debt series "Gwynne, Phillip" 7-9 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. The Dragons series "Thompson, Colin" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Edge chronicles series "Stewart, Paul & Riddell, Chris (ill)" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Fixers series "Williams, Sean & O'Connor, Nial (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Gallagher girls series "Carter, Ally" 7-9 "Meet the talented, teenage girls at one of the foremost spy schools, posing as an exclusive college for exceptional women. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." The Gateway series "Jones, Cerberus" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Gerander trilogy series "Watts, Frances" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Guild trilogy series "Mowll, Joshua" 7-9 "This adventure series follows Rebecca and Douglas in their quest to find their parents who have gone missing on an expedition in China. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Hidden series "Tanner, Lian" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Hitler trilogy series "French, Jackie" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Hoozles series "Little, Jessie & Dann, Penny (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Immortals quartet series "Pierce, Tamora" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The impossible quest series "Forsyth, Kate" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The incorrigible children of Ashton Place series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Indian in the cupboard series "Banks, Lynne Reid" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The invisible tree series "Lowe, Kirrily & Smith, Henry (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The kaboom kid series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Kane Chronicles series "Riordan, Rick" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Keepers trilogy series "Tanner, Lian" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5984 The last peach "Gordon, Gus" Penguin Random House Australia 2018 9780670078912 K-2 One fine summer's day two bugs discover the most beautiful peach of the season and are faced with a dilemma...Who should eat it? The last thirteen series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The last wild trilogy series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Leviathan trilogy series "Westerfeld, Scott & Thompson, Keith (ill)" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Mapmaker Chronicles series "Tait, A L" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 37496 The mermaid of Warsaw and other tales from Poland "Monte, Richard & Hess, Paul (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847801647 5-6 "Enchanting, wicked and often very funny, these eight folk tales from Poland have a timeless, universal appeal." The Montmaray Journals series "Cooper, Michelle" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Mysterious Benedict Society series "Stewart, Trenton Lee" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Naughtiest reindeer series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5927 The rainbow "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760297794 K-2 "The land bakes RED. The sun sets ORANGE. The dawn glows GOLD. The flowers burst YELLOW. A joyous serenade to colours that show country before a storm, illustrated by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio, with a translation of the text into the Aboriginal Yanyuwa language. " The Royal Academy of Sport for Girls series "Sieveking, Laura" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The secret histories series "French, Jackie" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Selwood Boys series "Wilson, Tony & Jacobsen, Mike (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Seven signs series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The smallest bilby series "Hilton, Nette & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Spiderwick chronicles series "Black, Holly & Di Terlizzi, Tony (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Swashbuckler series "Gardiner, Kelly" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Thickety series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The thing series "Falkner, Brian" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. The three doors trilogy series "Rodda, Emily" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Tinklers three series "Badger, M C" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The treehouse series Various 5-6 "Join Andy and Terry's incredible, ever-expanding treehouse series! Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Tribe series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The very bear series "Bland, Nick" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The very bear series "Bland, Nick" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Warlock's child series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." The Wombles series "Beresford, Elisabeth & Price, Nick (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3756 Their great gift "Coy, John & Huie, Wing Young (photo)" Lerner Publishing Group 2016 9781467780544 5-6 "Through the eyes of children from many different backgrounds, find out what it would be like to emigrate to the United Sates of America." 1697 Thelma the unicorn "Blabey, Aaron" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781743625804 K-2 "Thelma the pony wants to be a famous unicorn. When her dream comes true, with the help of a carrot, pink paint and glitter, Thelma soon learns to love herself just as she is." 17137 Theodora's gift "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 2005 9780670041169 7-9 "When Theodora is fourteen, her father has a mysterious vision and leaves his family to live with his first wife. Theodora's grandfather is a Holocaust survivor. Complex themes, past and present tensions tell the story of a family falling apart. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." Theodore Boone series "Grisham, John" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1302 Theodork "Green, Jessica" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693256 7-9 "It is Theodore's first year at high school. After a successful primary school career, he now finds himself considered a dork, amongst other things. Through some spectacularly unfortunate experiences, Theodore learns a lot about friendship and himself." 5491 Theophilus Grey and the demon thief "Jinks, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781760113605 5-6 "Theophilus Grey heads a team of linkboys who guide Londoners by torch light, through dank eighteenth century alleys. They gather useful information for the master who runs a spy network. When thieves start dropping without a scratch and a wave of crime sweeps the area, Philo wonders if the events are connected. He will need to use all his cunning to uncover the truth behind the demon thief, in time to save his friends." 1801 Theophilus Grey and the traitor's mask "Jinks, Catherine" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760113612 5-6 "In eighteenth-century London, twelve year old Philo Grey is a linkboy. He collects information to sell. One of his best customers pays good money for intelligence about the Jacobites, who are plotting to overthrow King George. But, spying on the Jacobites is a dangerous business, especially when Philo becomes the target of a rival gang of linkboys. And, Philo's old master has never forgiven him for leaving and will stop at nothing for revenge. Luckily, Philo has friends as well as enemies. He must rely on them as well as his instincts to escape harm." 2836 There is a tribe of kids "Smith, Lane" Pan MacMillan 2016 9781509812882 K-2 "When a young boy embarks on a journey alone, he joins a colony of penguins, wriggles with an army of caterpillars, marches with a troop of monkeys and lots, lots more. But, he never feels that he belongs and needs to find his own tribe." 24449 There may be a castle "Torday, Piers" Quercus Children's Books 2016 9781848668621 5-6 "On Christmas Eve, eleven year old Mouse, his mother and two sisters are travelling to his grandparents. It's snowing, visibility is bad, and the car crashes off the road. Mouse is thrown from the car and, when he wakes, he's not in his world any more. So begins a quest to find a castle in a world of monsters, minstrels, dangerous knights and mysterious wizards. There's terrifying danger but also more excitement than Mouse has ever known. But, as the cold grows, Mouse's quest becomes more important than ever." 15406 There was an old lady who swallowed a fly "Simms, Taback" Penguin USA 1997 9780670869398 K-2 "Lively, colourful, busy mixed media and collage illustrations include visual jokes, comments by characters and passers-by and an increasingly enlarged old lady." 47770 There was an old sailor "Saxby, Claire & Allen, Cassandra (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781921150715 K-2 "Have some fun by joining in to read aloud this nautical take on the rhyme, There was an old lady who swallowed a fly." 37379 There's a big green frog in the toilet "Do, Anh & McKenzie, Heath (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781743812495 K-2 Mum! There's a big green frog in the toilet and it's looking up at me. There's a big green frog in the toilet and I'm busting for a wee! 41503 There's a bug on my arm that won't let go "Mackintosh, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2017 9780008135089 K-2 There's a bug on my arm that won't let go. I don't want it anywhere near me. So why won't it just buzz off?! 21229 There's a dragon in your book "Fletcher, Tom & Abbott, Greg (ill)" Penguin 2018 9780141376127 K-2 "There's a little dragon in your book! She's oh-so cute, BUT watch out for her fiery sneezes!" 83244 There's a goat in my coat "Milne, Rosemary & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758917 K-2 "Read aloud and act out the playful, lively rhymes in this collection." There's a hippopotamus series "Edwards, Hazel & Niland, Deborah (ill)" K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen.." 31236 There's a hole in my bucket "Cooper, Jenny (ill) & Twins, The Topp (sing)" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781775430469 K-2 "When Henry the goat discovers a hole in his bucket, Liza the duck offers a series of solutions to fix it. Sing and act out this well-known song." 12244 There's a sea in my bedroom "Wild, Margaret & Tanner, Jane (ill)" Penguin 1989 9780140540642 K-2 "A little boy is frightened of the sea but, when he finds a conch shell, he can hear the sea trapped inside. He coaxes the sea out of its hiding place." 4703 There's a wallaby at the bottom of my garden "French, Jackie & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Koala Books 1997 9780864611116 3-4 "See how a native animal can live beside humans, being appreciated as a wild creature not a pet, and still provide pleasure. Fred, the black-tailed wallaby, likes eating apricots and mandarins but is careless with his tail." 9582 There's a wardrobe in my monster "Geoghegan, Adrienne & Johnson, Adrian (ill)" Bloomsbury Australia 1999 9780747540199 3-4 "A modern fable about the responsibilities of pet ownership. Martha is on a quest for a more interesting pet than her """"sleepy cat, bored goldfish and dopey dog""""." 4403 There's an echidna at the bottom of my garden "French, Jackie & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Koala Books 1999 9780864611123 3-4 "The author's own observations of the echidna that lives in the bush near her home. George, the echidna, likes ants and termites but he doesn't like the smell of gum boots." 24189 There's going to be a baby "Burningham, John & Oxenbury, Helen (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9780744549966 K-2 "As the arrival of a new sibling draws nearer, the child in the story imagines all kinds of colourful futures for the brother or sister he is waiting to meet. The questions that stream through his mind show the expectation plus a little bit of uncertainty that a new arrival creates." 15107 Thesaurus Rex "Steinberg, Laya & Harter, Debbie (ill)" Barefoot books 2003 9781841487878 K-2 "Thesaurus Rex starts his day stretching, reaching, extending and bending. Lots of energetic words describe his busy day where he's always on the move and, often, in trouble." 120061 They called me the Wildman "Hollingworth, Robert" Murdoch Books Australia 2008 9781741960679 7-9 "In 1880, Henricke Nelsen, a Swedish migrant, was put on trial and gaoled for vagrancy after hiding for fourteen years in the mountain ranges of Victoria. While in gaol, Nelson wrote his diary describing his life in Sweden, his migration to Australia and the personalities he met along the way. This is a captivating reconstruction of Nelsen's solitary life as told in his prison diary." 15203 They came on Viking ships "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780207200113 7-9 "Hekja's simple but happy life changes dramatically when her village is raided by Vikings and she is captured. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 24609 They told me I had to write this "Miller, Kim" Ford Street Publishing 2009 9781876462840 7-9 "Blamed for the death of his mother, carrying a terrible secret from Grade 5 and in trouble with the police, Clem is now in a school for toxic teenagers. Encouraged to write Clem goes deep into the trauma that has defined his life. Issues of bullying, child abuse, family dysfunction, drugs, grief. Street language used in context." 10100 "Thief lord, The" "Funke, Cornelia" Chicken House 2006 9781905294213 7-9 "Two orphaned children head for Venice, the place of their mother's wondrous stories. They team up with a gang of homeless children and end up on a quest for a magical roundabout." 15233 Thieves & rascals "Ballance, Alison" Pearson Education Australia 2002 9780733937705 3-4 "A look at animals that have adopted practices that make them appear to be thieves and rascals. The book includes simple factual information, beautifully presented photographs and illustrations, a glossary and an index." 29843 Thimble "Young, Rebecca & Suwannakit" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743811627 K-2 "When her grandmother's time comes, Mabel finds something left behind. A beautiful story about how a tiny thimble and an unfinished blanket can help mend a heart. " 9366 Thing "Klein, Robin & Lester, Alison (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1994 9780340608524 3-4 "When Emily Forbes finds a rock in a nearby park, she has no idea it is a prehistoric creature's egg. She calls it Thing. When it hatches, Emily and her mother find themselves with a playful, apple-green, prehistoric, vegetarian TV addict." 3829 "Thing about jellyfish, The" "Benjamin, Ali" "Little, Brown & Co" 2015 9780316380867 7-9 "After her best friend, Franny, dies in a drowning accident, Suzy is convinced that the true cause of the tragedy must have been a rare jellyfish sting. Franny was a strong swimmer and there must be a reason. Retreating into a silent world of grief and imagination, Suzy crafts a plan to prove her theory, even if it means traveling the globe alone. Suzy's achingly heartfelt journey explores life, death, the astonishing wonder of the universe, and the potential for love and hope right next door." 35659 "Things I didn't say, The " "Fornasier, Kylie " Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780143573630 7-9 "After losing her best friend, Piper Rhodes changes schools, determined that she and her final year will be different. Then, she meets West, the school captain and star soccer player. Despite Piper's fear of losing everything again, they fall in love, without Piper ever speaking one word to him. She suffers from anxiety, specifically Selective Mutism, an inability to speak to anyone outside her immediate family. A terrible accident forces Piper to confront some big decisions. A mature read, usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5447 "Things that I love about trees, The" "Butterworth, Chris & Voake, Charlotte (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406349405 K-2 "Look up, any time of the year, and you will see changes in the trees, which is just one of the wonderful things to love about them. Come and discover some more!" 3370 "Things we promise, The" "Burke, J.C." Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760290405 7-9 "It's the early 1990s and all Gemma can think about is looking perfect for her first school formal. Gemma's brother Billy - New York's up and coming hair and make-up artist - has made her the ultimate promise: he's returning home especially to 'create magic' on her and two friends for their end-of-year formal. Gemma's best friend, Andrea, is convinced it'll be their moment to shine; Gemma hopes it's the night Ralph will finally notice her.But when Billy arrives home from New York, Gemma's life becomes complicated. Her family's been keeping secrets; friendships are forged and broken; and suddenly the length of her formal dress is the least of her worries. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." "Third Pig Detective Agency, The series" "Burke, Bob" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15324 "Third prince, The" "Flynn, Rachel" Penguin 2004 9780143301189 5-6 "When Princess Glori wishes for a charming prince and he doesn't turn up, she gets impatient and wishes again and again. Surprising things may happen." 27161 Thirst "Wilcock, Lizzie" Scholastic Australia 2015 9781742839660 7-9 "Fourteen year old Karanda Hooke doesn't need anybody or anything. On her way to her sixth foster home, a crash leaves her stranded in the outback, with only a backpack, a bottle of water and a stained picture of the mother she hasn't seen in years. This is her chance to escape her old life. There's only one thing in her way. Eight year old Solomon, a fellow foster child, who was also in the car." 8157 "Thirst for home, A: a story of water across the world" "Ieronimo, Christine & Velasquez, Eric (ill)" Bloomsbury 2014 9780802723079 3-4 "Alemitu lives with her mother in a poor village in Ethiopia, where she must walk miles for water. Life is difficult, hunger roars in her belly and Alemitu dreams of knowing more about the world. When her mother has no choice but to leave her at an orphanage, Alemitu's life changes dramatically when she is adopted by an American family. Although her life improves, she never forgets her homeland and the mother." 9903 Thirteen "McLay, John (ed)" Orchard Books 2005 9781843628354 7-9 "Thirteen short stories about being thirteen years old written by thirteen different authors. Includes spoilt birthday parties, peer pressure, embarrassing parents, finding your identity and being true to yourself." 409 This book is haunted "McRobbie, David" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1996 9781863307567 7-9 "Stories of ghostly fiction. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 42170 This girl that girl "Lance, Charlotte" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760291709 3-4 "This girl is kinda neat and tidy and likes to do things like this. She likes things to be organised. Right next door lives that girl who likes to do things like that. She's not so tidy. and likes things to be a little unexpected. Although they are neighbours, the girls are miles apart. But, one day, with a little help from their dads, the girls make a surprising discovery." 3911 This is a ball "Stanton, Beck & Matt" ABC Books 2015 9780733334351 K-2 "Grown-ups think they're right all the time. Well, it's time to give the kids a turn. So, everything you read in this book is going to be wrong. But, that's okay because the kids are going to correct you. And, they're going to love it." 4994 This is Banjo Paterson "McCartney, Tania & Booth, Christina (ill)" National Library of Australia 2017 9780642278982 K-2 "Andrew Barton 'Banjo' Paterson loved to write poetry. He loved hunting and fishing and horses too, especially a horse named 'Banjo'. Join Banjo, his family, dog and neighbourhood friends, as they recount the life of Banjo Paterson with an afternoon of backyard playtime that truly typifies childhood." 25840 This is Captain Cook "McCartney, Tania & Booth, Christina (ill)" National Library of Australia 2015 9780642278692 K-2 "Join Miss Batts and her class as they tell the story of Captain Cook, in a humorous and whimsical school play. The class acts out the story of Cook as a boy watching ships on the horizon, sailing to Canada, to Tahiti and on to New South Wales, as the first European to cross the Antarctic Circle. Spot the escaping chicken in each of the scenes." 4266 This is my book "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2009 9780340989623 K-2 "Every Tuesday, Snapdragon, the dragon whizzes in and does nasty things to the words in Bookmouse's book. He bites off letters, changes letters and sounds, and even sucks the dots of all the i letters. Luckily, the Bookmouse has a cunning plan but it means he'll have to face the ghosts of the Woollywolves." 3971 This is my song "Yaxley, Richard" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760276140 7-9 "Teenage musician Rafael is sent to a Nazi concentration camp in World War II, where he pushes music to the side in his effort to just survive. 30 years later in Canada, he has a small family, where his daughter Annie struggles to find her place in the countryside. Another 30 years later, in Australia, Joe is uncertain about himself, his future and whether music fits in with him. Includes mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9306 This is not my hat "Klassen, Jon" Candlewick Press 2012 9780763655990 K-2 "When a tiny fish shoots into view wearing a round, blue topper, which happens to fit him perfectly, trouble could be following close behind. So, it's a good thing that the enormous fish won't wake up. And, even if he does, it's not like he'll ever know what happened." 98466 This is our house "Rosen, Michael & Graham, Bob (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406305647 K-2 "George says the cardboard house is his and his alone. It isn't for girls, small people, twins, people with glasses or people who like tunnels. But, when George leaves the cardboard house for a little while, he comes back to find that there are some people inside who don't think it is suitable for a certain person either." 410 This is still rainbow snake country "Berndt, Catherine & Meeks, Arone Raymond" Scholastic Australia 1988 9780725310660 5-6 Aboriginal Dreaming stories. 13926 This is the bear "Hayes, Sarah & Craig, Helen (ill)" Walker Books 2003 9780744594812 K-2 "A teddy bear is accidentally disposed of in a garbage bin. Through simple, rhyming text, we follow his trip to the dump." 15407 This is the bear and the picnic lunch "Hayes, Sarah & Craig, Helen (ill)" Walker Books 2003 9780744598117 K-2 "Lovely, rhythmic, picture book of picnic preparations. The bear doesn't notice all the food disappearing from his picnic basket. The bear may have trouble having a picnic if there is no food left." 15372 This is the bear and the scary night "Hayes, Sarah & Craig, Helen (ill)" Walker Books 1994 9780744531473 K-2 "The boy and his bear go everywhere together. One day, the boy leaves his friend behind in the park and night falls. Bear's scary night adventure begins." 85889 This is the mountain "Moss, Miriam & Kennaway, Adrienne (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781845079840 3-4 "Discover Mt Kilimanjaro in East Africa and the significance it has for the wildlife that lives within its shadow, on its slopes and high on its peak." 28329 This is the mud "Apel, Kathryn & Crossett, Warren (ill)" Lothian Books 2009 9780734411020 K-2 "There is muck, mess and mayhem when a cow gets stuck in the mud." 52510 This is the reef "Moss, Miriam & Kennaway, Adrienne (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781845076597 3-4 "The Great Barrier Reef's environs and inhabitants, and the delicate relationship between the two, are explored in this unusual ecosystem. A prose poem with vibrant illustrations provides a glimpse into an unseen, underwater world." 59724 This is the way "Fuge, Charles " Gullane Children's Books Ltd 2008 9781862336629 K-2 Join a little boy on an imaginative journey with some friendly animals. 1968 This little piggy went dancing "Wild, Margaret & Niland, Deborah (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315118 K-2 "Five little piggies explore the world. They splash and swim, ride and slide, then hop, skip, hula and go wee wee wee all the way home." 6351 This moose belongs to me "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2012 9780007263875 3-4 "When a moose came to Wilfred, he just knew it was meant to be his, so he named him Marcel and made him his pet. Marcel was very obedient and followed some rules better than others, but when someone else claims the moose as theirs, Wilfred is very surprised." 1038 This morning I met a whale "Morpurgo, Michael & Birmingham, Christian (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406306460 5-6 "Michael loves an early morning walk along the Thames River to see the water birds. One day, he is surprised to spot a whale in the river. He thinks he must be dreaming when he can hear the whale's thoughts. The whale has come on a long and difficult journey to pass on a very special message to a child. Michael has to try to help deliver the message." 5425 This mortal coil "Suvada, Emily " Puffin Australia 2017 9780141379272 7-9 "When a lone soldier, Cole, arrives with news of Lachlan Agatta's death, all hope seems lost for Catarina. Her father was the world's leading geneticist, and humanity's best hope of beating a devastating virus. Then, hidden beneath Cole's genehacked enhancements she finds a message of hope: Lachlan created a vaccine. Only she can find and decrypt it, if she can unravel the clues he left for her. The closer she gets, the more she finds herself at risk from Cartaxus, a shadowy organisation with a stranglehold on the world's genetic tech. But it's too late to turn back. There are three billion lives at stake, two people who can save them, and one final secret that Cat must unlock. A secret that will change everything. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2063 This way up "Dunstan, Kylie" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081223 3-4 "Grace and her parents are returning home, to a home she only just remembers, of a swing in her backyard, the warm hugs of grandparents and friends playing in her backyard. Will it all be waiting for her at home." 5683 "Thousandth brumby, The" "Mitchell, Elyne" HarperCollins Australia 1999 9780207190445 5-6 "The black brumby and the cattledog become friends and both want to escape the men who hunt them ? Socks, the black brumby with four white legs, is a loner until one day he hears the bronze cuckoo whistle and the cattle dog follows him into the bush. They become great friends, the dog Lightning, whose master has died, and the horse. The bronze cuckoo keeps an eye on them when parties of men with whips and dogs come into the area to capture the brumby herds and take them to the sales. A female dingo joins Socks and Lightning and soon there are pups to take care of as well. Although not many men go deep into the Snowy Mountains, the bushwalkers carry strange tales of a black brumby and a family of dogs and dingoes ? The stockmen are always curious about these tales, especially when the brumby and the dog keep eluding them. The confrontation is fierce when it comes and the animals escape ? but for how long? " 14997 Threadbear "Inkpen, Mick" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 1992 9780340573501 K-2 "Ben's Threadbear is a little bear whose squeaker has never squeaked. Threadbear sets off on a big adventure and when he returns, Ben's mum washes him with surprising results." 4845 Three "D'Ath, Justin" Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272277 7-9 "Sixteen year old Sunday Balewo is next in line for the presidency of Zantuga. When his father and mother are killed in an explosion, Sunday finds himself on the run from the unlikeliest of assassins, a baboon with a bomb." 98586 Three cheers for inventors "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2006 9781406301717 5-6 Find out about some great inventors from hundreds of years ago through to the present time. Follow their successes and difficulties and decide who is your favourite inventor. Includes a wide range of inventions from steam engines to mobile phones. 5087 Three cheers for women! "Williams, Marcia" Walker Books 2017 9781406374865 3-4 "Featuring biographies from Cleopatra to Malala, read about amazing women who have made history. Using comic-style illustrations this is great book to dip into or read from cover to cover. Famous women scientists, leaders, warriors and writers. Women around the world deserve Three Cheers!" 4607 "Three emus, The" "Lawson, Sue & Hopwood-Wade, Patricia (ill)" The Five Mile Press Pty Ltd 2017 9781760401092 K-2 "The emu sisters are happy to live among the mulgas and spinifex of the outback. But when Flick loses her precious shell, they must embark on a journey that sees them travel across the vast Australian landscape. Will they ever rescue Flick's shell from the Swedish traveller's backpack?" 4466 Three Indian goddesses "Gavin, Jamila" Walker Books 2011 9781406330953 5-6 "Enter the magical and exotic world of Indian legends in these three modern stories, inspired by Hindu tales. There are temples, festivals, dancing, curses and battles, as well as three Indian goddesses, Kali, Lakshmi & Durga." 15759 Three Indian princesses "Gavin, Jamila" Walker Books 2011 9781406330960 5-6 "Discover the enchanting lives of three Indian princesses, Savitri, Damayanti and Sita, in these retellings of three Hindu tales. Enter the world of palaces, beautiful jewels, romance, jealousy, secrets and demons." 37064 "Three loves of Persimmon, The" "Golds, Cassandra" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143205012 5-6 "In the 1920s, Persimmon lives a solitary life, pouring her passion into the florist shop she owns in an underground railway station. Her only companion is Rose, a talking cabbage. Intriguing young men come and go but Persimmon has yet to find the love of her life. Beneath the shop lives an enquiring mouse, Epiphany. When Persimmon and Epiphany meet, life will never be the same again." 8701 Three summers "Clarke, Judith" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742378275 7-9 "Follow the lives of two school friends who choose to follow different paths through life. The story begins in rural Australia in 1959 and moves into the past and the future. Ruth's undeclared love for an elusive and mysterious boy shapes her entire lifetime. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 411 Three way street "Nicholls, Bron" Penguin 1984 9780140317763 5-6 "A realistic novel told by twelve year old Aggie who lives in Melbourne with her mother, siblings and new dog, Bruce." 15408 Three wishes "Ellis, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741146325 7-9 "A disturbing but insightful collection of views from Israeli and Palestinian children, young adults who are surrounded by war. With honesty, they describe their life, families and feelings about the conflict and violence, and their hopes for the future. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 47257 Through the gate "Fawcett, Sally" Exisle Publishing 2017 9781925335415 K-2 Moving to a new house can be hard and difficult. A young girl thinks that that things will never be as good as they were before. But each time she passes 'through the gate' things seem to improve just a little bit more each time... 4436 Through the looking glass "Carroll, Lewis & Tenniel, John (ill)" Puffin UK 2010 9780141330075 5-6 "One moment, Alice is wondering what life is like on the other side of the mirror, the next she finds herself through the looking glass and in a topsy-turvy land. Alice meets a host of bizarre characters, none of whom are quite what they seem." 12021 Through the magic mirror "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2000 9780744567724 K-2 Toby can hardly believe his eyes when he walks through a magic mirror. 12355 Through the tiger's eye "O'Connor, Kerrie" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781865085388 7-9 "Lucy, her little brother and their puppy follow a golden-eyed Tiger into a secret tunnel to a country where strange, bizarre and violent things happen. They try to help the enslaved children of the evil military junta without falling victim to it too." 47819 Thumbelina "Anderson, Hans Christian & Ehrlich, A (retell) & Jeffers, S (ill)" Dutton Children's Books 2005 9780525475088 3-4 "Born in a flower, tiny Thumbelina braves the enormous, dangerous world until, through her kindness and courage, she is delivered to a kingdom of people just her size." 9602 "Thunder egg thief, The" "Cason, Sue & Foye, Lloyd (ill)" Koala Books 2002 9780864614230 3-4 "Emily, the athlete, and book-loving Nick have an amazing outback adventure. Perhaps they have heare a real perilosaurus and found a perilosaurus egg. It might be possible." 5550 Thunder horse "Bunting, Eve & Nolan, Dennis (ill)" Roaring Book Press 2017 9781626724433 3-4 A young girl is given a tiny magical horse by her aunt. It is a very special horse because as it grows it develops wings. As much as the girl loves the horse she knows that one day she will have to let Pegasus go. 47234 "Thunderbolt pony, The" "Gregg, Stacy" Harcourt Children's Books 2017 9780008257019 5-6 "Twelve year old Evie has a lot to deal with. First came her dad's cancer followed by the OCD that dominates her life. Now a devastating earthquake has shaken apart her world. When the evacuation starts and Evie realises she must leave her pony Gus behind, she refuses to join the others and sets out with her best friend Gus, dog Jock and cat Moxy to reach the rescue ship. But the earthquakes are not over and time is running out. " 412 Thunderfish "Higgins, Simon" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091839536 7-9 A combat submarine is the secret weapon used by the heir to a shipping empire to rescue refugees in the Coral Sea when they are attacked by pirates. 10338 Thunderstorm dancing "Germein, Katrina & Watson, Judy (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743314593 K-2 "Twirl and hum, bang and drum. A wild thunderstorm is on its way." 413 Thunderwith "Hathorn, Libby" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780733610592 7-9 "Lara is devastated over the loss of her mother and escapes to the hills to meet her only friend, a wild dog, called Thunderwith." 9540 "Thursday club: animal poems, The" "Snell, Gordon & Flintoft, Anthony (ill)" Orion 2002 9781858818313 3-4 Every Thursday a group of animals meet in the forest to take turns telling rhyming stories. Their light-hearted verses are featured with illustrations of all the animals. Thursday Next series "Fforde, Jasper" 7-9 "Set in an alternative and offbeat Britain of 1985, and featuring Literary Detective, Thursday Next. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8533 Tibby's leaf "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Bray, Peter (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2008 9781876944681 3-4 "In Australia, during the First World War, Tibby feels like everything is going wrong. Her big brother Clarence is all grown up and doesn't want to play with her any more. Clarence says there aren't any pixies, except in books, but Tibby knows she saw something in the bush, peering out from behind a leaf." 37898 Tick tock tick tock what's up croc "Toft, Kim Michelle" Silkim Books 2011 9780975839065 3-4 A day in the life of a remarkable reptile that has been around since the days of the dinosaurs. 15409 Tick-tock "Dunbar, James" Franklin Watts 2004 9780749656881 K-2 "What is it we cannot see, hear, touch or smell, yet it is here now? It was at the very beginning of the world when it was first created and it will continue till the world ends and maybe beyond. Yes, this is a book all about time and how we measure it." 18323 "Tiddalick, the frog who caused a flood" "Roennfeldt, Robert" Puffin Australia 2005 9780140503494 K-2 "A well-loved classic tale of Tiddalick, the frog, who drank up all the rivers and lakes. All the other animals resolve to get the water back from him." 12123 Tidy Titch "Hutchins, Pat" Red Fox 2000 9780099413349 K-2 Mum complains that Peter and Mary's bedrooms are a mess. Titch's room is very tidy so she suggests that he helps his brother and sister to clean their rooms. Titch is a great help keeping all the junk that Peter and Mary decide to throw away. 12443 Tiff and the trout "Metzenthen, David" Penguin 2004 9780141306575 5-6 "Tiff Porter lives in a tiny, mountain town. She loves trout fishing and her best friend, Cass. As winter approaches and the seasons change, so life will change for Tiff. A challenging read involving a family break-up with some strong language." 414 Tiger in the bush "Chauncy, Nan" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330362566 5-6 This is an adventure story about the Tasmanian tiger and a family living deep in the heart of the Tasmanian wilderness. 2580 Tiger stone "Mansell, Deryn" Black Dog Books 2014 9781742032399 7-9 "In Java in the fourteenth century, the villagers are fearful of Mbah Merapi, the rumbling volcano that overshadows their lives. Kancil, the lowliest kitchen servant, knows the real danger is human but she is fatherless and mute. She will lose everything if her identity is revealed. But, Kancil must warn the villagers of the danger they are facing." 7900 "Tiger tale, A" "Webb, Holly & Rayner, Catherine (ill)" Scholastic UK 2014 9781407138633 3-4 "Kate's grandfather has died and she's missing him desperately. Her Mum wants Kate to talk about it but it only makes Kate angry. Granddad has gone and he's never coming back. At least Kate has her toy tiger, Amos, to keep her company. He was a present from Granddad and holding him close makes Granddad seem less far away. But, Amos is full of surprises." 4448 Tiger trouble "Clark, Sherryl" Puffin Australia 2000 9780141306322 3-4 "Eric is mortified by his mother's misadventures with a ladder in the supermarket and her clumsiness during line dancing lessons. When Mum is hypnotised by a circus performer, things get much worse." 29821 Tiger's roar "Rance, Alex & McG, Shane (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760523916 K-2 "Tiger was the champion of all the jungle. He was strong and bold and proud, and he sat at the top of the very tallest tree. But one day, Tiger fell all the way down to the mud at the bottom of the tree, and bumped his head on a a rock. What will it take for Tiger to be able to climb back to the top of the tree?" 415 "Tiger, The" "Masson, Sophie" HarperCollins Australia 1998 9780207196355 7-9 Java is the setting for this story about an Indonesian family and an old mystery surrounding Nick's grandmother. 41773 "Tiger-skin rug, The" "Rose, Gerald" Bloomsbury 2011 9781408813034 3-4 "A tired, old tiger dreams of a life of comfort and companionship. In desperation, he takes the place of the rug under the table where the rajah and his family share their meals. The tiger loves his new surroundings until, one night, burglars break into the palace and he has to decide whether to stay in disguise as a rug or save the rajah from a horrible beating." 3406 "Tigerboy, The" "Hughes, Ted" Faber & Faber 1979 9780571320622 7-9 "A very ordinary boy. Nobody noticed him, he was just like everyone else. But Fred knew he was different. He just didn't know quite how different. And when he did.... Well, what then?" 120135 Tigerfin and the ferry children "Bartlett, Maureen & Bailey, Shona (ill)" Maureen Bartlett www.maureenbartlett.com 2009 9780980466836 3-4 "Children on board Captain Harry's dolphin cruiser eagerly watch for bottlenose dolphins swimming alongside the ferry, shooting out of the water and making dolphin circles. Tigerfin just can't do the circles despite practising over and over. But, Tigerfin discovers that he has another talent that the children will want to see." 2361 Tigers on the beach "Macleod, Doug" Puffin Australia 2014 9780143568520 7-9 "Adam is assistant manager at his parents holiday park, where, after the death of his grandfather, his grandmother has started scaring off the visitors and his parents have started fighting. Once he stops getting into embarrassing situations involving public nudity and work out what's so funny about two tigers on a beach, then maybe he can hope to figure out Samantha." 4442 Tikki Tikki Tembo "Mosel, Arlene" Henry Holt & Co 1989 9780805011661 3-4 A retelling of the Chinese folk tale about a boy who falls down a well and nearly drowns because his brother struggles with his tongue-twister name. It has become a children's classic. 1450 Tilly's at home holiday "Hibbs, Gillian" Child's Play International Ltd 2014 9781846435966 K-2 "Tilly's friends are all going to exciting places for their holidays, but she is staying at home. Mum says they'll have a great time together, but Tilly thinks it's impossible to have any holiday fun at home." 4858 Tilly's treasure "Walker, Sue & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780143303398 3-4 "Hula hoops have replaced skipping ropes, mood rings were in last week. There's always a new trend at Tilly's school and her version is never quite good enough. Tilly wonders how she will keep up with these ever-changing trends." 130806 Tim & Tig "Kelleher, Victor & Watson, Judy (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302759 3-4 The family's new pet kitten is not what it seems but they seem oblivious to Tig's size and other people's reactions as he grows and grows. The family just loves their gentle Tig. 1800 Tim and Ed "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Viking Children's 2014 9780670074631 K-2 "Here is Tim and here is Ed. Same ears, same eyes, same feet and same head. Twin koalas Tim and Ed love to be together all the time so what will happen when Ed goes away for the night." 2765 Time catcher "Peters, Cheree" Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272215 7-9 "In a post-apocalyptic world of rigid rules, Althea's luxurious life is turned upside-down when she is kidnapped by the dreaded Variants, genetically evolved mutants who can travel through space at will. Betrayed by those she trusts most, Althea is forced to question everything she thought she knew, including who she is and what she's capable of. Althea must separate deception from truth to claim her own power. " 12203 Time for bed "Fox, Mem & Dyer, Jane (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1993 9781862911949 K-2 "The day is done, darkness is falling and little ones are getting sleepy. With rhythmic verse and gentle illustrations, this book is ideal for reading before bedtime." 27299 "Time for bed, Daddy" "Hackett, Dave" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2015 9780702253812 K-2 A little girl tries to put her Daddy to bed when he doesn't want to go. 18737 "Time for school, Daddy" "Hackett, Dave" University of Queensland Press 2018 9780702260049 K-2 "'Wake up, Daddy, it's time for school!' I say. 'But I'm tired,' says Daddy. How can a little girl get her daddy ready for school when he has to wake up, find a sock and eat his breakfast? " Time hunters series "Blake, Chris" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4457 Time stops for no mouse "Hoeye, Michael" Penguin 2003 9780141315126 7-9 "Hermux, a watchmaker and an unlikely hero, finds himself in a world of danger and intrigue." 12173 "Time to get out of the bath, Shirley" "Burningham, John" Red Fox 1999 9780099200512 K-2 "Her mother is calling her to get out of the bath but Shirley is far away in her dream world, full of knights in armour, castles and galloping horses." 6516 Time travelling with a hamster "Welford, Ross" HarperCollins Children's Books 2016 9780008156312 7-9 "My dad died twice. Once when he was thirty nine and again, four years later, when he was twelve. The first time had nothing to do with me. The second time definitely did. When Al Chaudhury discovers his late dad's time machine, he finds that going back to the 1980s requires daring and imagination. It also requires lies, theft, burglary and setting his school on fire. All without losing his pet hamster, Alan Shearer." 1108 "Timekeeper, The " "Rodda, Emily " Scholastic Australia 2009 9781862918382 5-6 "Two worlds, the real world and the one across the Barrier, are in terrible danger. Only Patrick can save them from destruction. The sequel to Finders keepers." TimeRiders series "Scarrow, Alex" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5029 Timing the machine "Crew, Gary & O'Sullivan, Paul (ill)" Harbour Publishing House 2016 9781922134530 5-6 "Is H.G. Wells' legendary Time Machine still travelling into the past, the future, or lost somewhere in the here or now. Take the journey with Enoch as he tries to find out," Timmy Failure series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15410 "Tin forest, The" "Ward, Helen & Anderson, Wayne (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864615497 K-2 "In the middle of a dark, lonely wasteland filled with old scrap metal lives a forgotten man. He dreams of a lively forest, full of sunshine, plants, birds and animals but always wakes to gloom. One day, he comes up with an idea to change things." 14593 Tinder "Gardner, Sally & Roberts, David (ill)" Orion 2014 9781780621494 7-9 "Soldier Otto Hundebis defies Death but walks a dangerous path. A half beast half man gives him shoes and dice which lead him deep into a web of dark magic and mystery. He meets the beautiful Safire, pure of heart and spirit, the scheming Mistress Jabber and the terrifying Lady of the Nail. He learns the powers of the tinderbox and the wolves, whose master he becomes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." Tintin series "Herge, Georges Remi" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Tiny Timmy series "Cahill, Tim" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 87887 Tiny: a little dog on a big adventure "Castles, Jennifer & Otton, Steve (photo)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2008 9781741755473 K-2 "Steve and Tiny look after each other so when Steve needs to get away for a while, Tiny goes too. The trusty old van becomes their new home as they drive across Australia, through wide red deserts and past glittering oceans. But, Tiny has a job to do. Steve needs new friends, friends to get him out from behind his camera and make him smile again. If there's one thing Tiny is good at, it's making friends." 15573 Titanic "Claybourne, Anna & Daynes, Katie" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2006 9780746068311 5-6 "The Titanic was one of the largest, most luxurious steamships ever built. Learn about its incredible story from a shipyard in Ireland to the icy Atlantic Ocean where the unsinkable ship met a tragic end on the way to America." 11743 Titanic unclassified "Stewart, Alex" A & C Black 2012 9781408160527 5-6 "Discover the secrets of the Titanic, the ship designed to be unsinkable. Yet, in 1912, on its very first voyage across the Atlantic Ocean, the Titanic did sink, taking the lives of more than fifteen hundred passengers and crew." 4689 Titanic: an Edwardian girl's diary 1912 "White, Ellen Emerson" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407103785 5-6 "Margaret Anne is plucked from the orphanage to be the companion of a woman who wishes to travel without her husband. She can't believe her luck when wealthy Mrs Carstairs takes her aboard the great ship, Titanic, bound for America, where she can be reunited with her brother. On the journey, she falls in love with a brave cabin boy. But, one freezing night in April 1912, she finds herself caught up in an unimaginable nightmare." 12265 Titch and Daisy "Hutchins, Pat" Red Fox 2002 9780099718017 K-2 "Titch feels reluctant to attend a party with children he doesn't know but his mother assures him that his friend, Daisy, will be there. When he doesn't see Daisy at the party, Titch withdraws and hides in all sorts of places." 416 Tjarany / Roughtail "Greene, Gracie (storyteller)" Magabala Books 1996 9781875641307 5-6 "The Dreaming stories are told in this book in Kukatja and English, including a Kukatja word list and English translations." 6396 To brave the seas "McRobbie, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313077 7-9 "Adam hears the tales of bravery even before the war broke out. As many did in that time he wanted to be a part of the war, not for the glory but as part of the Merchant Navy. The sea is his home and thus contains the highs and lows of any home. We follow Adam through real storms at sea along with political ones not of his making. Tempered by the sea he learns the value of trust and the friends that trust is found in and through. " 23646 "To dance: Ballerina's graphic novel, A" "Cherson Siegel, Siena & Siegel, Mark (ill)" Aladdin Publishing 2006 9781416926870 5-6 "Siena was six when her dreams of dance kept skipping and leaping, circling and spinning, from airy runs along a beach near her home in Puerto Rico, to dance class in Boston, and her debut performance with the New York City Ballet. Twirl along with Siena as she shares her story, in words and pictures." 18445 To everything there is a season "Daly, Jude" Frances Lincoln 2006 9781845073442 3-4 "Beautifully-illustrated book based on an Old Testament Bible passage. Set in rural South Africa, it shows the cycle of life in a simple, sensitive and enriched way." 119818 To kill a mockingbird "Lee, Harper" Hachette Children's Books 1988 9780446310789 7-9 "In the 1930s in Alabama, a black man is charged with the rape of a white girl. The explosion of racial hatred that follows is viewed through the young eyes of Scout and Jem Finch, whose father, Atticus, defends the man. The conscience of a town, steeped in prejudice, violence and hypocrisy, is pricked by Atticus' stamina as he struggles for justice. Some adult themes; usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 60823 To kill a queen: an Elizabethan girl's diary 1583-1586 "Wilding, Valerie" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407108124 5-6 "In the 1580s, Queen Elizabeth's enemies plot against her, planning to kill her and place Mary, Queen of Scots, on the throne. Kitty Lumdsden's father, Sir Nicholas, is abroad, working on secret projects for the Queen and her brother is mixing with suspicious characters. As Mary's supporters come closer and become more powerful by the minute, Kitty fears that they'll all be thrown into the Tower." 4942 To see the world "Forrestal, Elaine" National Library of Australia 2014 9780642278494 7-9 "All his life, Jose has seen the tall ships sailing into Port Louis on the island of Mauritius, where he was born. As he watches them leave again, disappearing below the horizon, he dreams of one day sailing away with them - to see the world. He thinks about all the adventures he would have, the ships he would capture and the buried treasure he would find on faraway islands. But, when the Uranie arrives in 1817, Jose's life changes in ways that he had never imagined. Pirates, cannibals, storms and shipwrecks become harsh realities and Jose is forced to muster all his courage and intelligence to survive the dangers of shipboard life. " 130803 To the boy in Berlin "Honey, Elizabeth & Brandt, Heike" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2007 9781741750041 7-9 Henni and Leo unravel a mystery around the holiday house Henni so enjoyed staying in at Cauldron Bay. Henni finds herself in great danger as she tries to discover what happened to the Schmidt family. Strong language may offend some readers. 5882 To the goldfields "Tonkin, Rachel" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1999 9781864484113 5-6 This book depicts many aspects of life in the Victorian goldfields of 1850. 18557 To the light "Flynn, Pat & Stewart, Chantal (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702234927 5-6 Jamie loves surfing which can affect your friendships and your popularity. Jamie tells us about the day to day school and family life of a Year 8 surfer whose eyes are focussed on winning the surfing competition. 4808 To the lighthouse "Burne, Cristy" Fremantle Press 2017 9781925164619 3-4 "Isaac arrives on Rottnest Island hoping for an awesome holiday adventure, but his mum would rather he stayed inside, where it's safe. Then Isaac meets Emmy. She's allowed to do whatever she wants - and she wants to have fun! With Emmy daring him on, Isaac's life gets more and more exciting. But when things go horribly wrong on their secret midnight adventure, they both wonder whether this time they've gone too far" 15389 To the moon and back "Sullivan, Bryan & French, Jackie & Gordon, Gus (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780207200090 5-6 "The story of space travel, especially the staff at Honeysuckle Creek Tracking Station in Australia who relayed, to the world, the television pictures of Neil Armstrong's first step on the moon. The real story behind the movie 'The Dish'." 7943 To the top end: our trip across Australia "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741758849 3-4 "Henry, Penny, Frankie, Mum and Dad embark on an exciting adventure from Tassie to the very tip of the Top End. Travel with them on the ferry across Bass Strait to the mainland, through Kelly country, along the Murray, into the Flinders Ranges, underground at Coober Pedy, overhead at the Olgas, overland to the Great Sandy Desert, with the fishes at the Great Barrier Reef, deep into the Daintree, and kayaking at Kakadu." 18378 "To the top: story of Everest, The" "Venables, Stephen" Walker Books 2004 9781844287253 7-9 Contains historical and informative stories of various expeditions to Mount Everest. Many colour prints are incorporated into this rewarding and fascinating book. Toad series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6496 "Toast tree, The" "Martin, Corina & Martins, Fern (ill)" Magabala Books 2015 9781922142689 K-2 "A very special tree, with bright green leaves and an orange trunk, is hidden in the sand dunes, bordering a dusty, pearling town. Every day, Ella and Mia's grandpa comes home from work with a treat from the tree. It's the best-tasting toast in the world. Ella and Mia search high and low for the tree, laden with squares of golden-brown toast, but they can never find it." 56045 Tobias Blow "Jane, Zacharey & Street, Rosalie (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2011 9780702238765 K-2 "Take a stormy night, a glorious wind and a sack full of treasures. Mix them together, add a pinch of magic and the world is ready for Tobias Blow." 29063 Tobruk "FitzSimons, Peter" HarperCollins Australia 2009 9780732289546 7-9 "The inspiring story of the Australian soldiers who held Tobruk in the Second World War. Even tanks and bombers could not conquer the spirit of these diggers. An illustrated, accurate and human account of the war and the people involved. It gives a face and personality to both the famous and powerful, and the brave foot soldiers. Very strong language used in context. A mature read that is not for the faint-hearted. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 8951 Toby "Wild, Margaret & Young, Noela (ill)" Ticknor & Fields 1994 9780395670248 3-4 "Toby is an old dog and sick, too. He's going blind and deaf and sometimes he smells bad. The family is gentle and loving with him, except for Sara. When Toby finally dies, the children who love him express their love in different ways." 10901 Toby alone "de Fombelle, Timothee & Ardizzone, S (trans) & Place, F (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406313154 7-9 "Toby Lolness may be only one and a half millimetres tall but he is involved in a huge and harrowing fight for his life and the safety of his family. A thrilling tale of state control, betrayal, cruelty, heroism, friendship and survival in a violent, miniature world that is not for the faint-hearted. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 44451 Toby and the secrets of the tree "de Fombelle, Timothee & Ardizzone, S (trans) & Place, F (ill) " Walker Books 2009 9781406310146 7-9 "Toby's world is under greater threat than ever before. A giant crater has been dug right into the centre of the Tree, moss and lichen invade the branches, and one tyrant controls it all. Leo Blue, once Toby's best friend, now his worst enemy, is holding Elisha prisoner and mercilessly hunting the Grass People. But returning after several years among the Grass People, Toby will fight back. And this time, he's not alone. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 14023 Today we have no plans "Godwin, Jane" Puffin Australia 2012 9780670075201 K-2 "A busy week, a slower day brings time to dream and time to play. Come on a journey through a busy week in the life of a family, celebrating those precious days that have no plans." 15732 Toes "Seidler, Tor" HarperTrophy 2006 9780060541019 3-4 "A kitten called Toes leaves home, in this ugly duckling story, and falls in with a penniless but, of course, extremely talented musician. Toes helps the musician, so making a beautiful duet and building a true friendship." 14766 Together "Pignataro, Anna" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693393 K-2 Little Oli loves exploring new places and having adventures. He is also a little fearful if Mum is not by his side. 37151 "Toilet kid, The" "Flynn, Pat & Jellett, Tom (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237171 5-6 "Matt, also known as The Tuckshop Kid, is back. He's lost weight, he's healthier and he has a fabulous girlfriend, Kayla. It all seems great but then there's Kayla's catty girlfriend, Tash, and his old, best friend who isn't his friend at all any more. Matt gets talked into doing something terrible, spying on Kayla, and she finds out. But, Kayla has a terrible secret and maybe Matt is the one who can help her." 9222 Tolkien bestiary "Day, David" Bounty 2001 9780753704592 7-9 "An exciting resource for fans seeking the inspirational source of Tolkien's beasts, flora and fauna." 9447 Tolpuddle boy "Brown, Alan" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340852033 7-9 "In 1834, six Dorset farm labourers were sentenced to seven years transportation to Australia. Their crime, setting up a friendly society to bargain for better wages to escape appalling poverty. The true story of the youngest Tolpuddle martyr, James Brine." 15162 "Tom Appleby, convict boy" "French, Jackie" HarperCollins Australia 2004 9780207199424 7-9 "Chimney sweep, Tom Appleby, eight, is convicted of stealing and deported to Botany Bay on The First Fleet. The country seems to have little to offer. Set between the harsh early Sydney life of 1788 and the 19th century impoverishment of 1868." 99765 Tom Crean's rabbit "Hooper, Meredith & Kitchen, Bert (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845073930 3-4 "It's very cold in Antarctica and the ship Terra Nova is crowded with men and animals. Sailor,Tom MCrean, is looking for a quiet, cosy place for his pet rabbit. A true story based on the diaries of men who sailed on the ship." 9341 Tom Jones saves the world "Herrick, Steven" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702233364 7-9 "Dumb things become important when you're old, that's what Tom reckons. While living in a guarded, gated community, he meets Cleo, the snake charmer. They break out together to discover things such as a bull that hasn't yet become a hamburger." 67620 Tom the outback mailman "Weidenbach, Kristin & Ide, Timothy (ill)" Lothian Books 2012 9780734412249 K-2 "Everyone living in the Northern South Australian outback depends upon Big Tom Kruse to deliver their mail. Not only letters but furniture, tyres, petrol, he delivers it all. But what is Tom to do when he is waylaid by an unexpected flood. With everyone relying on him, how will he make it all the way up to Birdsville and back." 27695 Tom Tom "Sullivan, Rosemary & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Working Title Press 2008 9781876288983 K-2 A contemporary story of a young boy living an idyllic life in the Northern Territory's Top End. It follows his day as he interacts with his extended family and attends the local preschool. 4462 Tom Topp and the great adventure swap "Limbrick, Lisa & Trappel, Jemima (ill)" Wombat Books 2016 9781925139754 3-4 "Tom Topp has great plans for the weekend. His three older brothers are all doing really cool things, ice-skating, water skiing and hiking. The problem is choosing which one of them to go with. Actually, that's not the problem. Tom has broken a leg so he can't go with any of his brothers. Instead, Tom gets to go shopping with his mother where the most embarrassing things start to happen. Worst of all, he's stuck in an old wheelchair that smells like rotten eggs." Tom Trueheart series "Beck, Ian" 5-6 "Fantasy novels involving fairytales. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 418 Tom's midnight garden "Pearce, Philippa" Oxford University Press 1998 9780192717771 7-9 Tom finds a wonderful garden that only appears when the clock strikes thirteen. 34683 Tom's Midnight Garden: Graphic novel "Pearce, Philippa & Edith" Oxford University Press 2016 9780192747051 5-6 "A graphic adaptation of Philippa Pearce's classic tale from 1958. When Tom's brother gets the measles Tom is sent away to his aunt's house for his own safety. But it is the start of the holidays and Tom could think of nothing worse. But he soon finds that the strange building and its weird occupants will begin him on the biggest and most bazaar adventure of his life. So good he might just decide never to come home. But where is Tom's midnight garden anyway? Is it the future? The past? A dream? A spellbinding fantasy, beautifully illustrated, balancing magic and science fiction in a timeless tale for readers of all ages." Tommy Bell Bushranger Boy series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 22210 Tomorrow "Macleod, Mark & Schell, Kirrily (ill)" ABC Books 2008 9780733320743 K-2 Tomorrow is so full of wonderful things to see and do. Maybe it's better to start today. 38484 "Tomorrow book, The " "French, Jackie & Degennaro, Sue (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2010 9780732289393 K-2 "When the little prince's parents leave him in charge of the kingdom, he and his friends use the ideas found in the palace library books to transform the world into a better place." 5539 "Tomorrow code, The" "Falkner, Brian" Walker Books 2008 9781921150340 7-9 "Three young New Zealanders discover a series of coded transmissions from their own future selves - a set of lottery numbers, circuit diagrams for a transmitter and ominous warnings about a 'Chimera Project'. This project is a scientific experiment gone wrong that produces deadly organisms designed to detect and kill all human life." 419 "Tomorrow, when the war began" "Marsden, John" Pan MacMillan 1999 9780330274869 7-9 "The first book in the Tomorrow series. A group of teenagers return from a camping trip to find their town invaded and their parents imprisoned. They must mature quickly, deal with teenage angst and become combative to ensure their own survival. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 11699 "Tony Hawk, professional skateboarder" "Hawk, Tony & Mortimer, Sean" HarperCollins US 2002 9780060096892 5-6 "How Tony Hawk became a professional skateboarder, beginning as a child and following his career through the highs and lows. Some insensitive language used in character and context when speaking about himself, may offend some readers." 34465 Too cold for a tutu "Goss, Mini" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781743313787 K-2 Barry and his sister Stella wake up to a chilly morning. They carefully get dressed and have an amazing time with their imaginations. An irresistible story about creative play and the joy of dressing up. 12136 Too loud Lily "Laguna, Sofie & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Omnibus Books 2002 9781862914667 K-2 "Lily, the young hippopotamus, is a little too lively for her family and friends. But then, a new teacher comes to school. The animals in this picture book behave and react just like people we have met." 420 Too many Captain Cooks "Tucker, Alan" Scholastic Australia 1994 9781862912106 5-6 A picture book that shows the history of early Aboriginal and European encounters along the Australian coastline. 69147 Too many elephants in this house "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Penguin 2012 9780670075461 K-2 "Eric has a problem, there are too many elephants in his house. Eric actually doesn't think it is a problem at all but his mum insists that it is. So what is he to do. He loves every single one of them and doesn't want to lose them. So where can all the elephants go." 4148 Too many friends "Apel, Kathryn" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259760 3-4 "At school I have lots of friends. I have so many friends that sometimes I don't know who to play with. Tahnee wants everyone in her Year 2 class to get along and be happy. But what happens when all of Tahnee's friends want her attention at the same time? And how can Tahnee be friends with Lucy, when Lucy doesn't seem to want any friends?" 15111 Too many monkeys "Wild, Margaret & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Omnibus Books 2004 9781862915480 K-2 "A family of monkeys live in a tree. As more and more family members come to stay, they must keep moving to larger and larger trees. Finally, they find the perfect solution." 12299 Too many pears "French, Jackie" Koala Books 2003 9780864614605 K-2 "Pamela, the cow, loves pears. She loves them so much that she will stop at nothing to get to them. Unfortunately, Pamela's pear obsession means there are no pears left for the people. They must stop her eating all the pears." 3073 Too many toys "Shannon, David" Scholastic UK 2008 9780439490290 K-2 "Spencer has too many toys. Eventually, they clutter his room and overflow into the rest of the house. When Dad steps on a stray Lego and Mum gets tangled in some train tracks, Spencer is told that some of his toys have to go. But, Spencer wants to keep them all because every toy is his favourite." 19812 Too much trouble "Avery, Tom" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847802347 5-6 "When African refugees, Emmanuel and Prince, are sent to live with their uncle, he finds them too much to handle and throws the brothers out. Twelve year old Emmanuel knows that he must look after his younger brother. These were his father's last words to him. Without food or money, the boys turn to petty crime to keep themselves alive. And, that's when things start to spin out of control." 3991 Too small to fail "Gleitzman, Morris" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143306429 5-6 "Oliver's parents own their own bank so he has everything a Year Five boy might want. Everything, that is, except the small dog in the local pet shop, which he's not allowed to have. When a mysterious woman buys the puppy and threatens to harm it if Oliver can't return her thousands of dollars, he hatches a plan which includes sixteen camels." 4515 "Too-tight tutu, The" "Clark, Sherryl" Penguin 1997 9780140384451 3-4 The trials and tribulations which lead to Merry's first ballet solo make a delightful story about believing in yourself and working for your dreams. Toocool series "Kettle, Phil" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3219 Took the children away "Roach, Archie & Hunter, Ruby (ill) & Hudson, Peter (ill)" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2010 9780980564341 5-6 "From the lyrics of this iconic song a very special book has been created. Featuring the heart wrenching lyrics of Archie Roach and the classic artwork of his late wife Ruby Hunter, this book describes the anguish suffered by the Stolen Generation." 18812 Top dog "Clement, Rod" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9780732298753 K-2 "An apricot coloured poodle called Samson is the ultimate boss in the tough, dog-eat-dog, fat cat world of business. He reveals the skills required to keep his paws on the steadfast corporate pulse and, of course, Samson never has a bite that's worse than his bark." 110934 Top stories 1 Various Harcourt Education Australia 2007 9781740818384 7-9 "Sixteen short and very varied stories from modern fairy tales, comic essays and complex tales using poetic language. Mature themes and fantastic endings make for some great reads. Strong language used in context might offend some readers. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 19121 Toppling "Murphy, Sally & James, Rhian Nest (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781921529429 5-6 "John is obsessed with dominoes, spending hours setting up lines until a small push causes them to fall as they should. When John's friend, Dominic, is diagnosed with cancer, John and his friends' worlds fall apart. They find ways to support Dom through his illness and gain understanding from an unlikely source." 61947 Topsy-turvy world "Murray, Kirsty" National Library of Australia 2013 9780642277497 5-6 "To the first Europeans who came to Australia, everything seemed topsy turvy. Christmas was in the summer and trees shed their bark but not their leaves. And the animals were bizarre. There was a bird that laughed like a donkey and a type of greyhound that bound along on its hind legs like a hare." 9239 Toro Toro "Morpurgo, Michael" HarperCollins US 2002 9780007107186 7-9 "The suffering, loss and futility of war are shown through the intensity of one child's experiences of the outbreak of the Spanish civil war when grandfather, Antonito, recalls his life." Torque series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6636 Tortall and other lands: a collection of tales "Pierce, Tamora" Omnibus Books 2011 9781862919167 7-9 "A collection of eleven tales from the land of Tortall, featuring both previously unknown characters and old friends." 9365 Tortuga "Geraghty, Paul" Random House Canada 2002 9780099400868 3-4 "Swept out to sea by a violent storm, a tortoise floats on a branch until the current lands her on a tropical island. Tortuga lays her eggs on shore and tries to protect them. Her new home is rich and lush but there are no other tortoises." 4094 Torty and the Soldier "Beck, Jennifer & Colston, Fifi (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781775433651 3-4 Meet Torty. She's one tough little tortoise with a beat-up shell and some missing toes. Torty survived a great war that raged in Europe one hundred years ago. She was recused back then by a young Kiwi soldier. Torty is truly a World War One survivor. 11425 Totally creepy "Simons, Moya" ABC Books 2003 9780733311116 5-6 "Nothing exciting ever happens in Glenville and Gemma is bored over her long summer holidays. When the new neighbours move in across the street, Gemma's life suddenly becomes very exciting." Totally twins series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 74424 Totally wonderful Miss Plumberry "Rosen, Michael" Walker Books 2006 9780744561821 K-2 "It is a totally wonderful morning and Molly takes Grandma's special crystal into school for Show and Tell. But, when everyone is more interested in Russell's water-squirting stegosaurus, Molly's day becomes totally horrible. Luckily, Miss Plumberry knows just what to do to make Molly's day totally wonderful again." 13363 Toto the ninja cat and the great snake escape "O'leary, Dermot" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2017 9781444939453 5-6 "Toto is no ordinary furry feline. She is almost totally blind, she has Ninja skills and at night she has amazing adventures with her cheeky brother Silver. Recently arrived in London they meet Catface going through their bin one night, and next thing they are trying to capture a deadly king cobra in the city's underground." 9557 Tough Lester "Hilton, Nette" Scholastic Australia 1997 9781862913394 3-4 "A great picture book about rugby union, showing skill, strength and humour." 7468 Tough stuff "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1999 9781864489293 7-9 "Stories of children famous for their talent, fortunes, protests, rebellion, prayers, heroism or just for hanging on through oppression and war, such as a young Genghis Khan, a seventeen year old maths professor, the wolf girls and a chess genius." 62395 "Toymaker and the bird, The" "Allen, Pamela" Viking Children's 2009 9780670073634 3-4 "In a little house in a dark forest, a toymaker lives all alone. One day, a small brown bird is drawn to the magic sounds of the toymaker's violin. Together they make music so enchanting that even the trees shiver and murmur in wonder. But as the seasons change, the little bird dreams of the wide open sky." 54595 Tracey Binns is lost "Clark, Sherryl & Apfelbaum, Alexis (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2009 9780702237058 5-6 "Tracey's school has started a new healthy-eating and exercise program, and the kids are not happy. They're even less happy when Mr Gunning, their dreaded PE teacher, announces that he is taking grade six on a bush survival and fitness camp." 43647 Tracey Binns is trouble "Clark, Sherryl & Apfelbaum, Alexis (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2008 9780702236679 5-6 "While her parents are working hard to provide the perfect life in the perfect house, Tracey Binns is working hard at misbehaving. Called Tracey Trouble or Rubbish Binns by classmates, she prefers to get detention than go home to an empty house. Then, Isabella comes to the school and, to Tracey's surprise, they become friends." 33063 Traction Man is here "Grey, Mini" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780224064958 3-4 "Square-jawed and equipped with combat boots, scuba gear, space suit, and camouflage, Traction Man overcomes evil pillows, dastardly brooms, a poisonous dishcloth and a wicked spade. Traction Man has an action outfit for every occasion. He is the last word in heroic fashion flair until he is presented with an outfit, knitted by his owner's granny. " 7651 Traction Man meets Turbodog "Grey, Mini" Jonathan Cape 2008 9780224070485 3-4 "Traction Man sets out on his greatest rescue mission yet. He must try to save Scrubbing Brush from the evil Bin Things. And, find room in his life for two pets." 38563 Tracy Lacy for classy captain "Lacy, Tania & McDonald, Danielle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781760275969 5-6 "Remember how I was ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN, well pretty sure, probably about 99.7% sure, that I maybe, nearly, might actually get through High School like a normal person? Well SHOCK, HORROR, its not going exactly as I planned . . . Its BETTER!' Tracy Lacy has made it to high school, and Tracy is the king, the queen, AND the star of the schoolshes going to be CLASSY CAPTAIN! (Go Tracy!) Alright, lets face it, it all goes to her head and its a COMPLETE DISASTER. The question is; will her friends stand by her this time? " 12620 Tracy Lacy is completely coo-coo bananas "Lacy, Tania & McDonald, Danielle (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760279820 5-6 "I'm absolutely certain, well pretty sure, probably about 99.7% sure, that I maybe, nearly, might actually get through high school like a normal person. Follow the comedic horror of Tracy Lacy's discovery that her perfect plan for being normal is ruined, and the hilarious list of things to fix about herself, as she counts down the days to the start of high school. Is Tracy going to be able to overcome her completely coo-coo bananas-ness?" 9497 Training a guide dog "MacDonald, Wendy" Heinemann 2001 9781740700191 3-4 An appealing and compact handbook with bright glossy pages for children about the care and training of guide dogs. 35559 "Traitor and the Thief, The" "Ward, Gareth" Walker Books 2017 9781925381504 7-9 "Discovered picking pockets at Coxford Corn Market, fourteen year old Sin is hunted across the city. Caught by the enigmatic Eldritch Moons, Sin is offered a way out of his life of crime: join the Covert Operations Group (COG) and train to become a spy. At Lenheim Palace, Sin learns spy craft while trying not to break the Cast-Iron Rules of the school. Befriended by eccentric Zonda Chubb, together they endeavour to unmask a traitor causing havoc within the palace. After an assassination attempt on the founder of COG, Sin realises that someone closest to him could be the traitor. With no other option, Sin is forced into an uneasy alliance with the school bully, Velvet Von Darque. But can he trust her? And will COG try to bury him with the secrets he discovers? Secrets, spies and steampunk gadgets abound in this fantastic adventure story." 96658 "Tram to Bondi Beach, The" "Hathorn, Libby & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1992 9780207176197 3-4 A young boy's love of trams leads him to a paper boy job and the desire to drive trams as a living. Shows Sydney and its Bondi trams of the 1950s and 1960s. 5112 "Trap, The" "Smelcer, John" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842707395 5-6 "In the Alaskan wilderness, Albert Least-Weasel is out checking his traplines as he has done for the past sixty years. When he doesn't return as scheduled, his grandson, Johnny, begins to worry. The temperatures are steadily dropping and there are bears and wolves out there. Johnny must decide whether to follow his uncle's advice and wait, or follow his heart and look for his grandfather." 12338 Trapped by the ice: Shackleton's amazing Antarctic adventure "McCurdy, Michael" Walker Books 2002 9780802776334 5-6 "A dramatic introduction to Ernest Shackleton's Trans-Atlantic expedition which was brought to a chilling halt when his ship, Endurance, was gripped by the Weddell ice pack and he, and his crew, had to face appalling conditions." 6369 Trapped: a whale's rescue "Burleigh, Robert & Minor, Wendell (ill)" Charlesbridge Publishing 2015 9781580895583 K-2 "In the icy waters of the Pacific, a massive humpback whale unexpectedly finds herself tangled in a net abandoned by fishermen. The race is on to save the whale from drowning. When a rescue boat and a convoy of divers arrive to help the struggling humpback, a realistic and moving encounter bridges the human and aquatic worlds." 75918 Trash "Mulligan, Andy" David Fickling Books 2010 9780385619028 7-9 "Three friends are living on a heap of trash, a lifetime of sifting rubbish. One day they find something extraordinary. From that moment on they are hunted without mercy. But they can't run forever. The reality of a slum society in the modern world combined with an action packed mystery." 5056 "Travel book, The" "Croft, Malcolm & Li, Maggie (ill)" Lonely Planet Publications 2017 9781743607718 5-6 "Take a world tour through 200 countries with this travel book. It is packed full with thousands of amazing facts on wildlife, how people live, sports, hideous and mouth-watering food, festivals and a wide range of other quirky insights on every page. Every single country gets its own dedicated page, and a mixture of photographs and sensational illustrations bring each country to life. " 3127 "Travel bug, The" "Gilmour, Benjamin & Hancock, James Gulliver (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2017 9780143780137 K-2 "In a land of long grasses, where small insects crawl, lived a strange little bug, with no name at all. He packed his blue suitcase, bought a round-the-world ticket, and flew off to find answers on the back of a cricket." 15228 Travellers "Ballance, Alison" Pearson Education Australia 2002 9780733937699 3-4 "A look at animals that travel considerable distances. The book includes simple factual information, beautifully presented photographs and illustrations, a glossary and an index." Travelling solo series "Guthridge, Bettina" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8364 Travels of an extraordinary hamster "Desbordes, Astrid & Martin, Pauline (ill) & Burgess, Linda (trans)" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271834 5-6 "Hamster lives in the clearing among his friends Mole, Snail, Hedgehog and Rabbit. They are very accepting of Hamster, who is unapologetically selfish but, somehow, endearing. Hamster is determined to visit his cousins on the moon. He knows they must be eager to meet him. But, his friends decide to go to the North Pole instead." 14254 Tread softly: betrayal wears a gilded cloak "Pennington, Kate" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340873434 5-6 "Mary Devereux is the daughter of the head tailor in Saltleigh Hall in Tudor England, a time when many wealthy women live trivial and useless lives. One night, she overhears the steward plotting to murder the Queen." 1290 "Treasure box, The" "Wild, Margaret & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2013 9780670073658 5-6 "Peter, a young boy, and his father must flee their town when the enemy orders 'everyone out of their houses'. They take with them a treasure box which contains, 'no rubies, no silver, no gold' but instead holds a book 'about our people, about us'." 4547 Treasure hunters "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2002 9780143300076 7-9 A young boy is rescued from a disaster at sea and joins his father searching for treasure near an Indonesian island. His story is interwoven with that of Diego who is travelling on a 16th century Portuguese treasure ship. 48747 Treasure Island "Stevenson, Robert Louis" Puffin USA 1994 9780140366723 5-6 "Following the death of bloodthirsty buccaneer, Captain Flint, young Jim Hawkins finds himself with the key to a fortune. For he has discovered a map that will lead him to the fabled Treasure Island. But, a host of villains, wild beasts and deadly savages stand between him and the stash of gold. Not to mention the most infamous pirate ever to sail the high seas." 9535 Treasury of poetry "Hedley, Alistair & Aldous, Kate" Parragon 2000 9780752535678 3-4 "A companion to 'Treasury of nursery rhymes', this appealing collection of familiar and unfamiliar verse is arranged into eight sections by theme with attractive illustrations." 8100 Tree of life "Strauss, Rochelle & Thompson, Margot (ill)" Kids can press 2004 9781553376699 5-6 "A simple introduction to biodiversity, using a tree as a metaphor to explain how scientists organise life into five kingdoms, each one having thousands of species. Some species are barely hanging on to survival." 2762 "Tree, The" "Layton, Neal" Walker Books 2016 9781406358216 K-2 "The tree is home to a family of birds in their nest, squirrels in their drey and rabbits in their burrow. When a man and woman decide to cut the tree down and use it for their dream house, the animals are under threat." 15413 Tremada "Hoopmann, Kathy" Puffin Australia 2004 9780143300854 5-6 "Shiana helps a dragon, found injured in the forest behind her home, to find its way home, only to discover that he is the King of Tremada. War between the dragons and gnomes of Tremada is imminent. Shiana has an important role to play." 15374 Tremendous tractors "Mitton, Tony & Parker, Ant" Kingfisher 2003 9780753408322 K-2 Rhyming text about the work of a tractor on a farm. 12833 "Triangle for Adaora, A" "Onyefulu, Ifeoma" Frances Lincoln 2001 9780711214675 3-4 "Adaora won't eat her slice of paw-paw because she doesn't want to spoil the star shape in the middle. Her cousin offers to find her a triangle instead. As they go walking, they see all kinds of shapes." Trickstars series "Wood, Karen & Hicks, Astred (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Tripods series "Christopher, John" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 743 Trolley boys "Moloney, James" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143303145 5-6 "It's summer, it's hot and Brent is stuck collecting trolleys at his local shopping centre. When an attempt at the world-record trolley push ends in disaster and a priceless diamond goes missing, Brent's summer job starts to look a lot more exciting." 83387 "Trophy kid, The" "Flynn, Pat" University of Queensland Press 2010 9780702238406 5-6 "Marcus is a future tennis star, with a solid forehand, a strong backhand, but his biggest asset is his mind. When Marcus learns he has to win the next state title or lose someone he loves, his mind is tested like never before." 21231 Tropical Terry Jarvis Walker Books 2018 9781406376425 K-2 "Coral Reef City is home to the flashiest, most fancy fish in the ENTIRE ocean. And then there's Terry..." Trouble series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 3328 Trouble tomorrow "Whitebeach, Terry & Enadio, Sarafino" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760291464 5-6 "Obulejo's name means 'trouble tomorrow' in the Ma'di language, and there is plenty of trouble for sixteen-year-old Obulejo when his town is attacked by Rebel troops. Separated from family and close friends, Obulejo flees into the hills and then makes a terrifying journey, full of danger from wild animals and pursuing soldiers. Once across the border in a refugee camp, he is safer but has no future - until he joins a pioneering peace education program and begins to find ways to create a more helpful life for himself and others." Trouble twisters series "Nix, Garth & Williams, Sean" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 18296 "Trouble with dad, The" "Cole, Babette" Egmont Childrens 2004 9781405211222 K-2 This zany picture book revolves around a dad who makes robots and interesting gadgets. 130951 "Trouble with dogs, The" "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2010 9781406326017 K-2 "After being rescued, Dave and Rosie have settled into their new home. Now it is time for Dave to be trained by the Brigadier from Pup Breakers. The family want Dave trained but at what price." 11808 "Trouble with gran, The" "Cole, Babette" Egmont Childrens 2004 9781405211239 K-2 "The trouble with Gran is she may look like a normal gran but, in fact, she is far from ordinary, as the others discover on a day trip to Wethorp-on-Sea." 11839 "Trouble with Grandad, The" "Cole, Babette" Egmont Childrens 2004 9781405211246 K-2 "Locked up for growing a dangerous vegetable, Grandad lands in a lot of trouble. His terrible tomato must be stopped or it will keep growing bigger and bigger and bigger." 4565 "Trouble with mum, The" "Cole, Babette" Egmont Childrens 2004 9781405211215 K-2 "The trouble with mum is that she wears funny hats, has funny pets and makes funny cakes - she's not like other mothers at all. But, only a special mum can save the school." 13508 "Trouble with uncle, The" "Cole, Babette" Egmont Childrens 1994 9780749710248 K-2 Uncle is a true pirate living in today's world. His sailing ship won't fit in the marina and he is unwelcome at the yacht club. An ancient treasure map sends him in search of modern day adventure. 6207 Troy Thompson's excellent poetry book "Crew, Gary" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1998 9780850918342 5-6 "An excellent collection of clever poems. The dialogue between student and teacher in Troy's school exercise book is all written in poetry. Just like Mrs Kranke, Troy's teacher, this book will encourage a love of poetry." 12326 Truck dogs: a novel in four bites "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2003 9780670893331 5-6 "In a far-off desert world, similar to outback Australia, evolution has taken a turn. It is inhabited by creatures covered in fur but with living steel panels beneath who gnaw on bones, sniff lamp posts and fill up on oil." 422 Truckers "Pratchett, Terry" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1991 9780552525954 7-9 Masklin is a gnome who is determined to ensure the survival of his species. 9476 "Trucks, tractors and cranes" "Gore, Bryson" Watts Publishing Group 2003 9780749647315 3-4 "The basic scientific theory behind land transport is outlined with diagrams and cutaway artwork and a working model. Key subjects include wheels and suspension, how land transport is built, steered and controlled and how engines work." 33466 True (...sort of) "Hannigan, Katherine" Greenwillow 2011 9780061968754 7-9 "Suitable for mature readers. Deals with selective mutism as a result of violence which is never shown directly. Handled well. Three unique and very different children learn to appreciate one another and the abilities each possesses, which leads to them being able to deal with a frighteningly adult issue." 113973 "True adventures of John Nicol, The" "Bruere, Julian" Black Dog Books 2006 9781876372170 3-4 The life of an English sailor and his adventures around the world with informative labelled illustrations. His voyage to Australia in the 1790s is particularly interesting. 11351 "True colours, young readers' edition" "Gilchrist, Adam" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330426206 7-9 "Adam Gilchrist is one of the greatest wicketkeepers in cricket history. He grew up in NSW, played State cricket for Perth, loved the Adelaide oval the most and finished his cricket career in India." 120059 True green kids: 100 things you can do to save the planet "McKay, Kim & Bonnin, Jenny" ABC Books 2008 9780733322860 5-6 "Set up a swap club with your friends, plant an edible garden, turn-off appliances, use both sides of the paper, cut-down on packaging organise or a rubbish-free day at school. True Green Kids is full of 100 fun, easy and practical things kids can do to become a green change agent at home, at school and in the community." True or false series "Berger, Melvin & Gilda" 3-4 "Question and answer books in magazine style, with lots of interesting information and great photos. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles." 6052 "True person, A" "Marin, Gabiann & Grantford, Jacqui" New Frontier Publishing 2007 9781921042195 3-4 Zallah and her mother escape from their war-torn country. On arrival in Australia are placed in a detention centre. Zallah struggles with the reasons she is placed in this situation. 423 "True story of Lilli Stubeck, The" "Aldridge, James" Penguin 1989 9780140123289 7-9 "The life of a Romani family living in squalor in an abandoned shack. Lilli is removed from her large family by a wealthy old woman who helps to civilise her. But, there's an ongoing battle seemingly for possession of Lilli's very soul. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 18295 "True story of Mary who wanted to stand on her head, The" "Godwin, Jane & Drahos, Zak (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741147162 5-6 A story in rhyme about a girl who wants to stand on her head. Mary attends a school where one of the school rules is never to stand on your head. Mary is very wilful and there is no stopping her. 424 "True story of Spit MacPhee, The" "Aldridge, James" Penguin 1988 9780140105902 7-9 "Spit, the barefoot grandson of old Fyfe, has other ideas for his future after his grandfather dies and the town wants Spit to go into an orphanage. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4430 "True story of the 3 little pigs, The" "Scieszka, Jon & Smith, Lane (ill)" Penguin 1991 9780140540567 3-4 This time the wolf tells the story and it is very funny. True to life series "Latta, Jan" K-2 "Factual series for K-2 readers. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Truly Tan series "Storer, Jen & Robertson, Claire (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15125 Trumpet's kittens "Polizzotto, Carolyn & Spinks, Sarah & Duke, Marion (ill)" Fremantle Press 2003 9781863683319 K-2 "Trumpet, the cat, goes to live with a new family when her owners move away. It soon becomes apparent that Trumpet has arrived with more than just herself." 62610 Trust me "Collins, Paul (ed)" Ford Street Publishing 2008 9781876462574 7-9 "An assortment of short stories and poems from 50 Australian authors, poets and illustrators. The contents are sorted by genre so, as the mood takes you, dip into adventure, horror, romance, crime, thriller, fantasy, science fiction, humour, historical or poetry. Try something new and discover an author, poet or writing style that you may not have considered before." 18611 "Truth about magic, The (School of magic 1)" "Luckett, Dave" Scholastic Australia 2005 9781862915404 5-6 "At birth, each human child is bestowed a gift by the Faeries. Sometimes, these gifts cause their owners much inconvenience. Two children learn the value of their gifts when they are sent to the faery school of magic." 6076 "Truth about Peacock Blue, The" "Hawke, Rosanne" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743319949 7-9 "When Aster's brother dies, everything changes. Instead of marriage, she is sent to the high school in her brother's place. Aster is excited but, as a Christian, she is unprepared for the difficulties of attending a Muslim school in Pakistan. When Aster is accused of blasphemy, she is taken to jail. A social justice lawyer defends her and Aster's cousin starts an online campaign to free her. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 13851 "Truth about penguins, The" "McKinlay, Meg & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Walker Books 2010 9781921150487 K-2 "Penguins are joining the zoo. According to the zoo animals, penguins love pizza, warm weather and ponchos. This can't be true..." 3066 "Truth according to Arthur, The" "Hopgood, Tim & Tazzyman, David (I'll)" Bloomsbury 2016 9781408864982 K-2 "Arthur and The Truth are not the best of friends right now. Today, Arthur did something he shouldn't have done, especially when his mum told him not to. Arthur knows he's done wrong but telling the truth is really hard. Maybe, he can bend it, stretch it, cover it up or, even, hide it." 17638 Tuart dwellers "Ramage, Jan & Hickman, Ellen (ill)" "Department of Environment and Conservation, WA" 2008 9781876615307 K-2 "Magical descriptions of a day in a tuart forest and the mini worlds that exist around these magnificent trees. The book reveals what happens to the insects, lizards, birdlife and animals from dawn to nightfall and during a storm, in the undisturbed bushland. " 425 Tuck everlasting "Babbit, Natalie" Bloomsbury 2002 9780747555957 5-6 Drinking the water from a special spring ensures immortality. The Tuck family has become immortal and faces a difficult situation when a girl uncovers their secret. 426 Tucker "Abdulla, Ian" Scholastic Australia 1995 9781862912069 5-6 "Telling the story of his childhood spent living along the Murray River, Ian Abdulla's pictures speak of fishing and hunting with his Aboriginal brothers in the 1950s." 12142 Tucking mummy in "Loh, Morag" Scholastic Australia 1990 9780868966267 K-2 Roles are reversed when mummy falls asleep while reading a story and her little girls put her into bed. 96801 "Tuckshop kid, The" "Flynn, Pat" University of Queensland Press 2006 9780702235672 5-6 Matt has a unique ability to help kids make the most of their lunch money at the tuckshop. He's not so good at making friends though. A funny story about friendship and fast food. 10735 Tuesday "Wiesner, David" Clarion Books 1991 9780395870822 K-2 "On Tuesday, when the full moon is rising, the lily pads take off with frogs on board. A picture book without text." Tuesday McGillycuddy series "Banks, Angelica" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14376 Tumble turn "MacLeod, Doug" Puffin Australia 2003 9780143300632 7-9 "At an embarrassing stage of life, Dominic is burdened with a worrying mother, a father who fancies his teacher, an annoying sister and an embarrasiing friend. Dominic is practising Buddhism and resorts to emailing his estranged uncle for support." 4578 "Tunnel, The" "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1997 9780744555295 7-9 "Jack disappears down a tunnel and is turned to stone. Fairytale-loving Rose has to restore him to flesh and blood. A dark, but ultimately, liberating fantasy about sibling rivalry, stereotyping, fear and the power of love." 824 "Tunnels of Tarcoola, The" "Walsh, Jennifer" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742376752 5-6 "A network of tunnels leading under the park, a secret exit to an abandoned mansion and a hidden box of documents. It's all very mysterious. When shadowy figures start watching Kitty, David, Andrea and Martin, they know they've stumbled onto more than a forgotten piece of history." 427 "Turbulent term of Tyke Tiler, The" "Kemp, Gene" Faber & Faber 2002 9780571212675 5-6 "Tyke's good friend, Danny, gets into all sorts of trouble with his practical jokes." 500 "Turn in the grave, A" "Bowvayne, A E & Snow, Alan (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2004 9780746060278 5-6 "Young Danny writes a fan email to a deceased horror writer, which enables him to put a hex on his horrid stepmother." 27734 "Turners, The" "Elliot, Mick" Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734416629 5-6 "Leo Lennox has a very disappointing thirteenth birthday and an epic problem. Rather than catching the eye of the lovely Lily across the library or hanging out with his buddy Jinx, or even just having a quiet evening with his father and annoying, big sister, Leo has grown a very uncomfortable, quite itchy tail and gained a craving for mice. Something is not right. " 29159 "Turners, The: Camp freakout" "Elliot, Mick " Hachette Children's Books 2016 9780734416636 5-6 "Thirteen year old Leo Lennox has made a massive mistake. The secret that his shape-shifter ancestors have kept hidden for thousands of years is now in danger of being discovered. Leo insisted on going to school camp but he's surrounded every minute of every day by his classmates, including his secret crush and two terrifying bullies. Leo's about to find out just how much he still has to learn about transforming. But, when he discovers a fiendish plot, Leo realises that surviving camp is going to be the least of his worries." 48870 Turning the page "Pulman, Felicity & Cox, David (ill)" National Museum of Australia Press 2008 9781876944704 5-6 "It's 1851 and eleven year old Maggie is living at Springfield, a sheep station near Goulburn. She helps her mother with the laundry and daydreams about getting away and doing something exciting. When she gets the opportunity to help in the nursery at the big house, she also gets the chance to learn to read and write, until her curiosity gets her into trouble." 31103 "Turnkey, The" "Rushby, Allison" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925126921 5-6 "Twelve year old Flossie Birdwhistle is no ordinary girl. Chosen to be the Turnkey at London's Highgate Cemetery, Flossie has the special task of looking after the souls that reside there. When she discovers the ghost of a mysterious German soldier, far from his home and carrying a strange object, Flossie uncovers a terrible secret that threatens the worlds of both the living and the dead. With the help of the other cemetery Turnkeys, Flossie must unravel the mystery In order to save London." 12426 Turtle's song "Brown, Alan & Toft, Kim (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2002 9780702232190 3-4 "A journey of a Green Turtle, an endangered creature, from a hatchling beneath the sand of a coral beach to adulthood, returning to lay eggs of her own. The story is beautifully illustrated with silk paintings." 15617 Tutankhamun "Harvey, Gill & McNee, Ian (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2006 9780746060179 7-9 "Howard Carter had spent five long years in the hot, dry desert, searching for the tomb of the Ancient Egyptian boy-king, Tutankhamun. But what he found when he ventured deeper and deeper into the tomb was gold and treasure beyond his wildest dreams." 12366 Tutankhamun's tomb "MacDonald, Alan" Scholastic Australia 2003 9780439982382 7-9 Two very different men share an ambition to discover a tomb that nobody else believes is there. It takes many years to locate the burial place of the boy king and many more to uncover the treasures hidden therein. 15045 "Twelve dancing princesses, The" "Ray, Jane" Orchard Books 2002 9781841217789 3-4 A retelling of the story collected by the Grimm brothers. A soldier discovers the twelve princesses' secret and where they go dancing every night. 3762 "Twelve days of Dash & Lily, The" "Cohn, Rachel & Levithan, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760293826 7-9 "Lily's family life is in turmoil. Her uncertainty regarding her developing relationship with Dash, concerns about her infirm grandfather, her brother's homosexuality and a possible move away from New York all combine, causing Lily to give up on Christmas, usually her favourite time of year. No matter how hard Dash tries their relationship seems to be disintegrating. With a crisis of confidence Lily sees only one course of action left to her." Twelve Months in the Life of Kids series NEW 2019 "McCartney, Tania & Snerling, Tina (ill) " K-2 "Beautiful picture books that follow the lives of kids from different countries, sharing what they do every month in a calendar year: kids at play, at school, at home, and enjoying the sights and sites of their nation." 120058 Twelve rounds to glory: the story of Muhammad Ali "Smith, Charles R Jnr & Collier, Bryan (ill)" Candlewick Press 2007 9780763616922 7-9 "The story of Muhammad Ali, formerly Cassius Clay, a legendary hero who was an American prize-winning boxer and heavyweight champion of the world. This rap version of Ali's life includes his religion, his marriages and graphic descriptions of his brutal fights with examples of his provoking and inflammatory language. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 4918 "Twenty-Elephant Restaurant, The" "Hoban, Russell & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Walker Books 2014 9781406358209 3-4 An hilarious romp that begins with a wobbly table and ends with a bunch of dancing elephants. 3845 Twig "Parker, Aura" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760157067 K-2 "Heidi is a stick insect, tall and long like a twig of a tree. It's her first day at a busy bug school, where she hopes to learn and make new friends. But finding friends isn't easy when no-one can find you." 17741 "Twilight ghost, The" "Thiele, Colin" Running Press Kids 2006 9780762426522 5-6 "Robby has moved from the city to a small town where there is a dilapidated house rumoured to have ghosts. If one of them is seen, disaster soon follows. Robby doesn't really believe until a couple of incidents shake his certainty." Twilight saga series "Meyer, Stephenie" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 91635 "Twilight zone: the midnight sun, The " "Serling, Rod & Kneece, Mark (adapt) & Spay, Anthony (ill)" Bloomsbury 2009 9780747587859 7-9 "Set in a New York of the not-too-distant future, the sweltering, thirsty citizens attempt to cope with the extreme heat as the end of the world approaches. A female artist and her neighbour are helpless against the elements and the armed looters. But, in the Twilight Zone, there's always a twist." 14320 "Twin giants, The" "King-Smith, Dick & Grey, Mini (ill)" Walker Books 2008 9781406313475 3-4 "Identical twin giants are born on a mountain and enjoy all the same things, except that one is a vegetarian. They race up and down mountains, roll boulders and sing off-key at the top of their lungs. At 20, they each decide it's time to seek a wife. Looking for two giantesses over seven mountains is no easy task." 24814 Twinkle "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741693539 K-2 "Penny is a lonely little girl who gazes out her window at night and pretends that the stars are her friends. Then, one night, a shooting star lands in her garden and together, they chase the quietness away, and fill the night with giggle and bounce." 1185 "Twins of Tintarfell, The" "O'Loghlin, James" Pan MacMillan 2016 9781743548097 5-6 "Life's hard when you're an orphan stuck working in a castle all day. And, it doesn't get any easier for twins Dani and Bart when they end up separated, beyond the castle walls. They meet untold dangers and an assortment of bizarre characters, including a retired witch, a cowardly prince, an evil magician and a sarcastic giant. They not only have to save each other but Tintarfell itself." 2275 Twister "Ryan, Chris" Doubleday 2008 9780385612982 5-6 "After an uneventful holiday in the Cayman Islands, young Ben is advised to avoid an approaching hurricane. Managing to survive a skyjacked plane, a resulting crash landing and a kidnapping, Ben must rescue his friend from a precipice with one good arm because the other one has been broken. But, Ben will have to do this without exploding a detonator and before the hurricane hits." 4591 "Twits, The" "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2001 9780141311388 3-4 "Mr and Mrs Twit play some horrible tricks on each other. They never wash, they trap birds for Bird Pie and they hate children. Find out what brilliant trick the Roly-Poly Bird and the Muggle-Wump monkeys think up for them." 6771 Two bad teddies "Niland, Kilmeny" Little Hare Books 2009 9781921541056 K-2 "Tilly Ted and Gruffy Ted love Millie-Sue, and she loves them. But, when a new toy, Bendy Bill, turns up, the two Teds are jealous. There's trouble in the toy box." 4829 Two birds on a wire "Vass, Coral & Cooper Smith, Heidi (ill)" Koala Books 2015 9781742761619 K-2 "In this rhyming story, Little Bird Blue and Little Bird Black refuse to share. Each bird wants to sit on the wire alone." 428 "Two bullies, The" "Morimoto, Junko" Scholastic Australia 1991 9780868966434 5-6 "Two strong men try to out bluff each other, and each becomes a winner. This has been translated from an original Japanese story." 12448 Two frogs "Wormell, Chris" Jonathan Cape 2003 9780224064743 K-2 "Two frogs are sitting on a lily pad and one of them has a stick. The stick, he says, is to beat off the dog. But there is no dog. Yet. So begin the trials of this hapless pair whose adventures build to a brilliant conclusion." 4595 "Two gorillas, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Puffin Australia 2000 9780141307961 3-4 "Becky has two toy gorillas that are very scary, until they have their first bath." 429 Two hands together "Kidd, Diana" Penguin 2000 9780141307480 5-6 "Cultural and racist issues are explored in this story about a girl who befriends an Aboriginal family, who live next door." 12839 Two left feet "Apeitos, Stacey & Kundrus, Ulrike (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 1995 9780207186479 K-2 Barclay McClay has two left feet. Buying shoes is very difficult and nobody wants to dance with him. Barclay is very lonely until he learns to tap dance and meets someone who understands his problem. 1069 Two little bugs "Sommerset, Mark & Sommerset, Rowan (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2013 9780732296599 K-2 "Two very different bugs become aware that each has made their home on the same leaf, one on the top and one underneath. The red bug wants to eat his way right through the leaf they live on." 15003 Two little trains "Brown, Margaret Wise & Dillon, Leo & Diane" HarperCollins Australia 2001 9780064435680 K-2 "The trains are travelling west. One is old and not moving very fast and one is new, shiny, streamlined and moving very fast. Both will travel through long dark tunnels, through snow and dust." 5585 Two monsters "McKee, David" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842708316 3-4 "Two monsters live on either side of a mountain. Sometimes, they talk through the hole in the mountain but they never see each other. One evening, they get into a silly argument about whether day is departing or night is arriving, and this escalates into a rock throwing fight, which eventually destroys the mountain. The monsters finally get to see each other, with surprising results." 1466 Two nests "Anholt, Laurence & Coplestone, Jim (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2013 9781847803238 K-2 "Betty and Paul are birds who build a nest together. Betty lays an egg and out pops Baby Bird. Everyone is happy, but the nest is small, Betty and Paul squabble, and they decide that Paul should live in a different nest across the other side of the tree. Now there are two nests in the cherry tree. Betty and Paul both love Baby Bird, and soon he is able to fly over the cherry tree, visiting his two nests." 15375 Two peas in a pad "Wide, Steve & Mackintosh, Michelle (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734405180 5-6 "Two peas have the grooviest pad in town and hold the best parties. A funny book, jam-packed with tasty characters." 8213 Two peas in a pod "McKimmie, Chris" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781742373041 K-2 "Marvin and Violet have been friends since they were babies. They are like two peas in a pod. But, then, Violet moves away. With a unique Australian flavour, this story of friendship is both tender and truthful." 17923 Two rainbows "Masson, Sophie & McMahon, Michael (ill)" Little Hare Books 2017 9781760127794 K-2 All the colours of the rainbow are explored against the striking backdrop of two different worlds. 12310 Two summers "Heffernan, John & Blackwood, Freya (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781865045962 3-4 Rick is coming to visit again. But he worries whether he will recognise the farm or have as much fun as last time. It's the same friend and the same farm with a totally different landscape. 876 Two tales of Brothers from Ancient Mesopotamia "Heffernan, John & Durack, Kate (ill)" Christmas Press 2016 9780994234049 5-6 "The ancient civilisations of Mesopotamia, located in what is now Iraq, Syria and Kuwait, produced the heroic saga, the Epic of Gilgamesh. Two tales tell of the mighty king Gilgamesh, two parts god, one part human, who rules Uruk. But, when his human side becomes cruel, his subjects beseech the gods for help. A wild man, Enkidu, is created to foil the king's meanness. In the second tale, Gilgamesh and Enkidu join forces to slay the ferocious Humbaba, part man, part bull, part monster, who terrorises the countryside." 18212 Two tough teddies "Niland, Kilmeny" Little Hare Books 2007 9781921272059 K-2 Tilly and Gruffy Ted have been put in an old box and dumped in the park. They have to toughen up to face the world but all they really want is to find someone to love them. 12388 "Two wallabies, The" "Jakamarra, Henry Cook (Aboriginal storyteller) & Nicolls, Christine (ed.)" Working Title Press 2002 9781876288266 K-2 "A Dreaming narrative from the Aboriginal people of Australia's far north. After a flood carries away his first friend, the wallaby finds another companion. They criss-cross the country bringing many places and plants into being." 9343 Two weeks in grade six "Pershall, Anna & Mary K" Penguin 2003 9780143300205 5-6 "It is the third term in grade six and Kaitlin's teacher has switched table groups around. Now, Kaitlin's on a table with stuck-up Ashleigh and all the losers." 430 Two weeks with the queen "Gleitzman, Morris" Pan MacMillan 1990 9780330271837 5-6 Colin is trying to find the best cancer doctor in the world to treat his younger brother. 9215 Two weeks with the queen: the play "Morris, Mary" Currency Press 2004 9780868194011 7-9 "A script which is as funny as the book, covering the same issues of death, cancer, AIDS and love." 8724 Two wolves "Bancks, Tristan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2014 9780857982032 5-6 "A knock at the door changes Ben Silver's life forever. Two police officers are looking for his parents. When Ben's parents arrive home, they bundle him and his little sister into the car, claiming they're going on a holiday. Ben begins to realise his parents are in trouble. He has always dreamt of becoming a detective and now he gathers evidence to try to uncover what his parents have done. Ben will have to make a terrible choice." 14142 "Two-by-two band, The" "Flavell, David & Bartlett, Alison (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192727541 K-2 "Noah's Ark has been afloat for too long and the animals are looking hungrily at one another. Noah forms a band which sounds dreadful and Mrs Noah believes that he needs a baton to conduct. The dove arrives with an olive branch which Noah uses as a baton with great effect. But, an olive branch also means something else which just might save them." 75788 "Two-hearted numbat, The" "Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Ambelin" Fremantle Press 2008 9781921361234 3-4 "Numbat has two hearts, one of stone and one of feather. His stone heart makes him strong and powerful while his feather heart makes him soft and gentle. When having more than one heart becomes troublesome, Numbat must choose which one to keep." 431 Twopence to cross the Mersey "Forrester, Helen" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1989 9780006361688 7-9 "A young girl tells the story of her family during the Great Depression in Northern England. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 5812 Tyger Tyger "Stanley, Elizabeth" University of Western Australia Press 2007 9781920694845 5-6 "The tigers living in the jungle are threatened by poachers. The monks take many of them in and become their devoted keepers, but how can they protect the tigers still in the jungle." 3872 Ubby's Underdogs: Heroes beginnings "McKenna, Brenton E" Magabala Books 2013 9781922142139 7-9 "In Broome, a small pearling town in the heart of an ancient land, Ubby, a smart, street-wise Aboriginal girl, is the leader of a rag-tag gang, known as the Underdogs. The gang's efforts to locate Sai Fong, the Dragon Summoner, have been halted by the ambitious pearling master, Paul Donappleton. Old myths and smoky legends from an ancient scroll begin to take on new meaning and it becomes a race to unravel the truth." 10066 "Ubby's Underdogs: Legend of the phoenix dragon, The" "McKenna, Brenton E" Magabala Books 2011 9781921248313 7-9 "In Broome in the 1940s, the pearling town is recovering from World War II. Ubby, a street-wise Aboriginal girl, leads a rag-tag gang known as the Underdogs. When Ubby recruits Sai Fong, a Chinese girl off the boat from Shanghai, they are thrown into a series of bizarre adventures full of myths and legends, and secrets never before exposed. " 6440 Ubiquitous: celebrating nature's survivors "Sidman, Joyce & Prange, Beckie (ill)" Houghton Mifflin 2010 9780618717194 5-6 "The book's title, Ubiquitous, means something that is, or seems to be, everywhere at the same time. Through beautifully illustrated poems, this book investigates the natural world, from the single-celled bacteria and diatom to the ever-present ant and dandelion, and describes how these very special life-forms avoided extinction to become nature's survivors." 6408 UFO diary "Kitamura, Satoshi" Andersen Press Ltd 2007 9781842705919 3-4 "A UFO is lost in space until it spots a strange, blue planet. Zooming in for a closer look, the UFO discovers a curious creature watching it. They quickly become friends for one unforgettable afternoon." UFO series "Hackett, Dave" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 24881 "Ugh, eggs" "Arnold, Sarah" Child's Play International Ltd 2010 9781846433429 K-2 "Pip is hungry and really looking forward to breakfast. But Dad has cooked eggs and Pip hates eggs. He goes to see Aunt Nellie, whose sandwiches look delicious. That is, until he looks inside and finds more egg. After spending the day avoiding eggs of all shapes and sizes, Pip has a pleasant surprise when he follows his nose." Uglies series NEW 2019 "Westerfeld, Scott" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen. This series is usually read by students in year 9, 10 and above." 9717 "Ugliest dog in the world, The" "Whatley, Bruce" HarperCollins Australia 1992 9780207174278 K-2 "Everyone thinks the Ugliest Dog in the World is ugly in different ways. Mum thinks she's ugly in a cute sort of way, the lady next door thinks she's pretty, but you haven't seen the lady next door. Her owner, of course, thinks that she's beautiful." 102990 Ugly fish "Lareau, Kara & Magoon, Scott (ill)" Harcourt Children's Books 2006 9780152050825 3-4 "Ugly fish doesn't like to share, so much so, he makes certain he doesn't have anyone to share with. However, this comes at a cost including loneliness and more." 20187 "Ugly five, The" "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Scholastic UK 2017 9781407174198 3-4 "We're the ugly five, we're the ugly five. Everyone flees when they see us arrive. Meet Wildebeest and Warthog, Spotted Hyena, Lappet-faced Vulture and Marabou Stork. People call them the Ugly Five...but are they really?" 7618 Ugly: young reader's edition "Hoge, Robert" Hachette Children's Books 2015 9780733634338 5-6 "Australian Robert Hoge was born with a large tumour in the middle of his face and legs that weren't much use. Dedicated doctors removed the tumour from his face, operated on his legs then stitched him back together. But, Robert still looked different. Told with humour and candour, this is the true story of how Robert, through sheer grit and determination, grew up to have an ordinary life. That became his greatest achievement." 18415 Ulysses Moore: the door to time "Piemme, Edizioni" Scholastic US 2006 9780439774383 5-6 "A mysterious old mansion, a strange locked door with four keyholes and three adventurous, courageous and curious kids determined to solve the mystery of Ulysses Moore, who once owned that house." 10199 Uncle David "Gleeson, Libby & Greder, Armin (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2000 9780868969336 K-2 "Ned, the smallest person in his childcare group, declares that his Uncle David is a giant. The problem is all the parents want to meet Ned's uncle." 4062 Uncle Trev and his whistling bull "Lasenby, Jack" Gecko Press 2012 9781877467158 5-6 "In New Zealand in the 1930s, a sickly schoolboy is in bed, trying to get over a long sickness. When his Uncle Trev arrives to let Mum go out and do the shopping. he tells one tall story after another, about the animals out on his farm, and his neighbour, Gotta Henry. But, when Mum returns, she chases Uncle Trev and his dog with her broom and threatens what she'll do to 'that man' next time he comes in." 433 Uncovered "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1995 9780141301778 5-6 A group of nine appealing science fiction fantasy stories. 31121 Under my bed "Dickson, John & Guridi (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2018 9780994384133 3-4 When confronted by our fears sometimes it's much more fun to just join in. 434 Under the cat's eye "Rubinstein, Gillian" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780733605543 5-6 "A story of mystery and suspense, centred around Jai, who is at a strange boarding school headed by the monstrous Mr Drake." 435 Under the hawthorne tree "Conlon-McKenna, Marita" O'Brien Press 2001 9780862782061 7-9 Ireland in the 1840s is devastated by famine. Three children are left to fend for themselves when tragedy strikes their family. They must find their great aunts. 25821 Under the love umbrella "Bell, Davina and Colpoys, Allison (ill)" Scribe Publications 2017 9781925321265 3-4 "Whatever you fear, come close my dear. You're tucked in safe for always here. And I will never not be near. Because of our love umbrella. " 13692 Under the sea "Milbourne, Anna and Shimmen, Cathy (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2011 9781409539087 K-2 "Have you ever wondered what's under the sea? Dive beneath the waves and discover bustling fish, a singing whale and twinkling creatures of the deep." 4628 Underneath a cow "Martin, Carol Ann & Wood, Ben (ill)" Omnibus Books 2015 9781742990880 K-2 "Madge the cow welcomes the storm that is heading towards her farm. Some of the animals, however, are scared and when they find themselves caught out in the rain, far away from their homes, Madge is only too happy to offer them shelter. " 437 Underrunners "Mahy, Margaret" Viking UK 1992 9780670841790 7-9 Kidnapping and suspense highlight this story of two children who have to rely on courage and resourcefulness to escape from a bleak house. 4070 "Understudy's revenge, The" "Masson, Sophie" Scholastic Australia 2011 9781741698138 7-9 "Millie Osborne is an errand girl for King's company, the famous troupe of actors who, beset by misfortune, have decided to put on a spectacular performance of Hamlet to announce their comeback. When mysterious Oliver Parry arrives to audition for Hamlet, Millie is intrigued and wonders why he is so secretive. She investigates and Millie uncovers secret identities, betrayal, lies, revenge and, perhaps, even murder." 25062 "Underwater fancy dress parade, The" "Bell, Davina & Colpoys, Allison (ill)" Scribe Publications 2015 9781925106206 K-2 "Sometimes, it's hard to be brave. Sometimes, you get that feeling. You're just not ready. Until, one day, you are." 22609 "Unexpected crocodile, The" "Kane, Kim & Acton, Sara (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742378077 K-2 "Peggy's family is hosting a barbecue for their neighbours, the Dawsons. Peggy isn't too sure about those Dawson boys. But she is delighted when an unexpected crocodile invites himself to tea, with unexpected consequences." 795 "Unfinished angel, The" "Creech, Sharon" HarperCollins Australia 2009 9780143203759 5-6 "In the ancient, stone tower of the Casa Rosa, life for one angel has been the same for as long as s/he can remember. Until Zola arrives. For neighbours who have been long-time enemies, children who have been lost and villagers who have been sleepily living their lives, beware. Zola and the angel are about to collide." 4798 "Unforgettable what's his name, The " "Jennings, Paul & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781760290856 5-6 "Even before all this happened, I had never been like the other kids. I tried not to be seen. If I climbed a tree or hid among the bins, no one could find me. Then, one weekend, I got what I wanted. First, I blended in with things. But, on the second day, I changed. I mean, really changed." 5430 Unforgotten "Riddle, Tohby" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2012 9781742379722 5-6 "Nobody knows where they come from. But they come. Impossible birds of the big sky and the long night. " 9167 "Unforgotten coat, The" "Boyce, Frank Cottrell " Walker Books 2011 9781406333855 5-6 "Two refugee brothers from Mongolia are determined to fit in with their Liverpool schoolmates. They bring so much of Mongolia to Bootle that their new friend and guide, Julie, is hard-pressed to know truth from fantasy, as she recollects a wonderful friendship that was abruptly ended when Chingis and Nergui were forced to return to Mongolia. " 5246 Unfortunately "Durant, Alan & Rickerty, Simon (ill)" Hachette Children's Books 2010 9781408309896 K-2 "When you are walking through the jungle, almost anything can happen. Unfortunately, sometimes it's bad, but fortunately sometimes it's good." 63286 "Unhappy goldfish, The" "Dallimore, Paul" Omnibus Books 2007 9781862916845 3-4 There is jealousy between a goldfish and the family's new dog. The goldfish goes through a some traumatic experiences before an unlikely friendship occurs. 21224 "Unicorn quest, The" "Benko, Kamilla" Bloomsbury 2018 9781408878316 5-6 "Claire Martinson still worries about her older sister Sophie, who battled a mysterious illness last year. But things are back to normal as they move into Windermere Manor. Everything changes when the sisters climb a strange ladder in a fireplace and enter the magical land of Arden. There, they find a world in turmoil. The four guilds of magic no longer trust each other, the beloved unicorns have disappeared, and terrible wraiths roam freely. Scared, the girls return home. But when Sophie vanishes in the night, it will take all of Claire's courage to climb back up the ladder, find her sister, and uncover the unicorns' greatest secret." 8546 Unknown "Thompson, Colin & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780733613555 3-4 "All the unwanted dogs in the dog pound watch as people walk up and down looking into their cages. No-one picks the little dog labelled Unknown. She is the same colour as the shadows so they don't even realise she's there. One night, everything changes." 12439 "Unknown Australian soldier, The" "Small, Mary & Langridge, Anne (ill)" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2001 9780957795730 3-4 "Two children are bewildered by the internment ceremony for the Unknown Australian Soldier at the Australian War Memorial. Dreamlike, the ghost of the Unknown Australian Soldier takes them on a journey back in time to Gallipoli, the Middle East and the Western Front to learn about the nurses, the conditions facing the soldiers and the devastation of the First World War." Unlikely exploits series "Ardagh, Philip" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9826 "Unlikely story of Bennelong and Phillip, The" "Sedunary, Michael & Emmerichs, Bern (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2015 9780980671186 5-6 "An important and intriguing tale of an extraordinary friendship between two unlikely characters, Captain Arthur Phillip and the Aborigine, Bennelong, which remains largely unknown. The background of the first settlement in Australia heightens the polarity between the two worlds of the traditional Aboriginal culture and values, and European culture and values." 498 Uno's garden "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2006 9780670041916 K-2 "When Uno arrives in the beautiful forest, it is full of extraordinary animals. As people and buildings appear, the animals and plants begin to disappear. Children will love the puzzles and numbers intertwined with a strong environmental message." 438 Unreal "Jennings, Paul" Penguin 1999 9780141301761 5-6 "Boys are the heroes in each of the tales in this assortment of funny, scary and disgusting short stories." 68356 "Unreal, banana peel" "Factor, June & Viska, Peter (ill)" Brolly Books 2009 9781741833102 3-4 "An entertaining and humorous mix of poems, including nursery rhyme parodies and classics. " 12706 Unspeakable "Rushton, Abbie" Atom Publishing 2015 9780349002064 7-9 "Fifteen year old Megan has not spoken aloud since the accidental death of her friend, Hana. There are things locked inside her head that she cannot, must not, let out. She is targeted by the school bullies but, when Jasmine arrives, Megan finds an unexpected ally. Megan and Jasmine's closeness brings unexpected feelings to the fore and relationships become tense. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 38642 Up and down "Jeffers, Oliver" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2010 9780007263844 K-2 "Two friends, a boy and a penguin, do everything together until, one day, the penguin decides it's time to spread his wings." 4648 "Upside down girl, The" "D'Ath, Justin" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2000 9781865081342 5-6 "Desperate to be famous, young Brittany Hu attempts to set a ""McGuinness record"", but ends up weightless, a condition which results in some hilarious predicaments. The tongue-in-cheek subtexts are very entertaining." 4216 "Upside of unrequited, The" "Albertalli, Becky" Penguin 2017 9780141356112 7-9 "Seventeen-year-old Molly Peskin-Suso knows all about unrequited love - she's lived through it twenty-six times. She crushes hard and crushes often, but always in secret. Because no matter how many times her twin sister, Cassie, tells her to woman up, Molly can't stomach the idea of rejection. So she's careful. Fat girls always have to be careful. Then a cute new girl enters Cassie's orbit, and for the first time ever, Molly's cynical twin is a lovesick mess. Meanwhile, Molly's totally not dying of loneliness - except for the part where she is. Luckily, Cassie's new girlfriend comes with a cute hipster-boy sidekick. Will is funny, flirtatious, and just might be perfect crush material. Maybe more than crush material. And if Molly can win him over, she'll get her first kiss and she'll get her twin back. There's only one problem: Molly's coworker, Reid. He's an awkward Tolkien super-fan, and there's absolutely no way Molly could fall for him. Right?" 15384 Upsy down town "Shoshan, Beth & Hendra, Sue (ill)" Meadowside Children's Books 2004 9781904511885 K-2 Visit an amazing world where nothing is quite as it should be. Urgency emergency series "Archer, Dosh" 3-4 "Humorous series for 3-4. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5847 Us minus Mum "Butler, Heather" "Little, Brown & Co" 2014 9780349124070 5-6 "George and Theo's mum is brilliant. She tells great stories, can wave the fastest of anyone on the planet and, most importantly, she suggested they adopt a scruffy dog called Goffo. The boys also think she's invincible. But, they're wrong because Mum is ill, really ill. It's up to George and Theo to keep Mum smiling. This will probably, definitely involve wellies, shepherd's pie and Goffo's victory at the pet talent show." 18372 Usborne art ideas: drawing cartoons "Milbourne, Anna & McCafferty, Jan & MacKinnon, Catherine-Anne" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2002 9780746048429 7-9 "Excellent book outlining the tips and techniques involved in creating cartoons. Includes links to a website for extra information, pictures and templates. Written in an easy to follow manner allowing even lesser artistic types to gain skills." Usborne beginners plus series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Usborne beginners series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4270 "Usborne big book of animals, The" "Fabiano, Fiorin & Maskell, Hazel (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474928953 K-2 "The Big Book of Animals contains 14 impressive giant fold out pages. From the mighty elephant to the amazing colossal squid, some of the worlds tallest, longest, and heaviest animals will be revealed, as well as the biggest animal that has ever lived. Each animal contains a physical description and dimensions, some of which will leave the reader in awe. " 28429 "Usborne big book of big bugs and a few little ones too, The " "Bone, Emily" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2012 9781409532989 K-2 "From an amazing stick insect longer that your arm, to gigantic spiders as big as a dinner plate, open the huge fold-out pages to discover how big some of the biggest bugs in the world really are." 4273 "Usborne big book of bugs, The" "Bone, Emily & Fiorin, Fabiano (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474928960 K-2 "The Big Book of Bugs contains some very impressive colour illustrations of gigantic bugs and insects, along with some information about each one. From an amazing stick insect longer than your arm, to gigantic spiders as big as a dinner plate, open the huge fold-out pages to discover how big some of the biggest bugs in the world really are. " 41518 "Usborne creative writer's handbook, The" "Daynes, Katie & Cullis" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474922494 5-6 "All the help you need to write better stories, blogs, scripts and poetry. Features lists of inspiring words and tips on editing and grammar. See how well-known writers put techniques into practice and try jotting out your own ideas on the blank pages at the back." 9472 "Usborne first encyclopaedia of space, The" "Dowswell, Paul" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2001 9780746041864 3-4 "The fascinating world of space is presented for young children with easy to read font, simple text and vividly-coloured illustrations and photographs." Usborne great searches series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12741 Usborne illustrated stories for boys "Sims, Lesley & Stowell, Louie (editors)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2006 9780746074619 3-4 "A compilation of short stories that includes classics, modern adaptations and contemporary stories. A great introduction to tales from diverse genres. Beautiful illustrations on every facing page." 22698 Usborne Lift-the-flap: Periodic table "James, Alice & Nielsen, Shaw (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474922661 5-6 Everything in the entire Universe is made of just 118 elements - all listed together in a grid called the Periodic table. Delve inside this book to meet each one in great detail. 41521 Usborne my very first animals book "James, Alice & Cosgrove, Lee (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474922630 3-4 "This book is full of creatures that fly, scuttle, leap and swim. It's the perfect way for you to learn all about animals." Usborne true stories series Various 7-9 "Collections of short stories on factual themes, usually adventures in extreme geographical locations. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 84015 Uugghh "Boldt, Claudia" Child's Play International Ltd 2011 9781846433726 3-4 "Slug feels completely unloved by the world and can't help feeling it may have something to do with appearances. Happily, new-found friend Spider is on hand to explain that beauty is in the eye of the beholder." 22447 Valdur the Viking and the ghostly goths "Cormick, Craig & Cormick, Hanna (ill)" Ford Street Publishing 2016 9781925272420 3-4 "My name is Valdur and I am a Viking. Well, I hope to be a real Viking one day. But, I do get to roam the seas on my father's ship. That is, until he was kidnapped by his arch-enemy, the Goth pirate Germanicus Bottom. So, now, I have to fight Romans, sea monsters and the Pirate Goths to rescue him. Luckily, I have my dragon-dog, Ragna, with me." 3396 Valentine "McAlister, Jodi" Penguin Books Australia 2017 9780143574163 7-9 "Four teenagers who are all born on the same Valentine's Day begin to disappear. As the bodies mount up, Pearl Linford has to work out what is happening before it happens to her. Finn Blacklin also shares a Valentines birthday and is the sworn enemy of Pearl. Finn is also the Valentine and a Seelie fairy changeling swapped for a human boy at birth. The Unseelie have come to kill the Valentine but they do not know who it is. Pearl must use all her wits to protect herself. Finn must come to terms with his newfound heritage. There is explosive chemistry too between them that must be dealt with." 30888 Valentine Joe "Stevens, Rebecca" Chicken House 2014 9781909489608 5-6 "Rose and her grandad are visiting the grave of his father, who died there during World War I. She chances upon the resting place of fifteen year old Valentine Joe. Later, Rose finds herself in a different place, one hundred years before, with Valentine Joe and his friends. Rose learns why Joe enlisted so young, of the camaraderie among the soldiers, and about the terrifying and horrific effects of war." 9656 Valley of gold "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780207199882 5-6 "One valley's stories of gold through the ages, from the beginning, four billion years ago, to the valley's creation and the history of its deposits." 17416 Vampyre "Wild, Margaret & Yeo, Andrew (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2011 9781921529221 5-6 "I am Vampyre, feared and despised. I live in darkness. I long for light. From the depths of his dark vampyre world, a young vampyre boy reflects on his joyous childhood, compared with his current life and his longing to join the light." 33131 "Van Gogh and the seasons: Art book for kids, An" "Ryan, Kate & Bennett, Cally (ill)" 2017 9781925432374 5-6 "Join Theo, a little field mouse, to find out about Vincent's lifelong love of the seasons and the world around him. Along the way, there are activities and quizzes for kids to do with family and friends. A selection of iconic works by Van Gogh such as 'A Wheat Field, with Cypresses' (early September, 1889) and 'Orchard in Blossom' (April, 1889), are featured throughout, and these are paired with interesting facts about the changing seasons, Van Gogh's life and artistic techniques." 2409 Vango: a prince without a kingdom "de Fombelle, Timothee Ardizzone, Sarah (trans)" Walker Books 2014 9781406331509 7-9 "Fleeing from the police and more sinister forces on his trail, Vango must race against time to prove his innocence. His journey will take him to the furthest reaches of distant lands, and even into the sky where he will find refuge on board the Graf Zeppelin. But the threat of war is getting closer, and Vango must uncover the secrets of his past before everything is lost." 2402 Vango: between sky and Earth "de Fombelle, Timothee & Ardizzone, Sarah (trans)" Walker Books 2013 9781406354010 7-9 "Vango is about to enter the priesthood when he suddenly finds himself trying to avoid arrest and escape an assassin. Vango is no ordinary boy with an ordinary life - he has had all kinds of adventures since he was found washed ashore as a toddler on a tiny island off Sicily. Now on the run across Europe, will Vango discover the secrets of his mysterious past in time to figure out who is trying to have him killed - and why." 1659 Vanilla icecream "Graham, Bob" Walker Books 2014 9781406350098 K-2 "The little wild sparrow journeys south across the seas, to a bright new world where he meets little Edie and changes her life forever." 43366 "Vanishing moment, The" "Wild, Margaret" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315903 7-9 "Arrow is haunted by a childhood tragedy. Marika is caught in a nightmare from which there is no escape. They are both looking for answers and when they come across a magician, they are tempted by a possibility of a way out. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 24918 Vasilisa the wise and other tales of brave young women "Forsyth, Kate" Serenity Press 2018 9780648103066 7-9 "Meet the brave young women from tales of yore...Vasilisa who must try to outwit the fearsome witch Baba-Yaga. Katie Crackernuts who sets out to save her sister from dark magic. Flora, the gardener's daughter, who marries a giant serpent to save a prince. Fairer-Than-A-Fairy, a princess who is kidnapped by an evil one-eyed enchantress. Lullala, in love with a prince cursed to be a lion by day and a man by night. Rosemary, a Scottish lass whose baby is stolen by the wicked faery folk of the Sidhe. Ursula, a princess replaced by a walking, talking automaton.These are not your usual passive princess, waiting forlornly for their prince to come. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12581 "Vegetable ark, The: A tale of two brothers" "Kane, Kim & deGennaro, Sue (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741759969 3-4 "In this twist on the original tale of Noah's Ark, Noah has a brother, Neil. Noah is wealthy and a bit of a show-off. Neil hums songs about peace. Noah brokers deals with a tense frown, while Neil wears his hair long and chats dreamily to pot plants. When it rains for forty days and forty nights, the race to find land is on." 7753 Velvet "Hooper, Mary" Bloomsbury 2011 9780747599210 7-9 "Velvet is an orphan who does scalding, back-breaking work in a Victorian steam laundry. She is desperate for a better life. When she is noticed by Madame Savoya, a famed medium, Velvet begins to work for her and is dazzled by the beautiful dresses and jewels. But, she soon realises that Madame is not all that she says she is, and Velvet's life is in danger. Some adult themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4667 Velveteen rabbit "Williams, Margery" Lioncrest 1990 9780816710621 3-4 "By the time the Velveteen Rabbit is dirty, worn out, and about to be burned, he has almost given up hope of ever finding the magic that will make him real. A classic about the miracle of love." 10255 Verdi "Cannon, Janell" Koala Books 1997 9780864610829 K-2 "Verdi, the personality-plus python, begins life as a yellow, boldly striped and lively hatchling who zings his way through the jungle. Join the snake's verdant, vibrant tropical world and share his fun." Verity Sparks series "Green, Susan" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Vermonia series Yoyo 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9381 "Very best of Aesop's fables, The" "Clark, Margaret & Voake, Charlotte (ill)" Walker Books 1996 9780744531497 3-4 "Thirty selections from Aesop's classic fables presented in a way that shows the tales are entertaining in their own right, and not merely for the message that shines out from between the lines." 9534 "Very best of friends, The" "Wild, Margaret & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1991 9780947241261 3-4 "When James dies unexpectedly, William's world becomes very confused. While Jessie, his wife, is busy with her own grief, she fails to understand that William, his cat, is also sad. Eventually, they grow closer." 12305 "Very blue thingamajig, The" "Oliver, Narelle" Omnibus Books 2003 9781862915275 K-2 "The Very Blue Thingamajig is a colourful, innovative counting book about the newly hatched thingamajig, who is very blue and very plain. He is different from all the other thingamajigs, so he has no friends. Then, one day, he begins to change." 4998 "Very grumpy day, The" "Jones, Stella. J. & Edgson, Alison (ill)" Little tiger press 2016 9781848692039 K-2 "There's a big bad mood spreading through the wood. It starts with Bear who upsets Mole, who snaps at Hedgehog, who's prickly with Fox. Soon Bear's bad mood has made everyone grumpy! Can a little bit of love make them happy again?" 4670 "Very hungry caterpillar, The" "Carle, Eric" Penguin 2003 9780140569322 K-2 The very hungry caterpillar eats his way through all kinds of food in this beautifully structured and appealing story. 18413 "Very messy inspection, The" "Axelsen, Stephen" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2004 9780759320772 3-4 "Following the mysterious disappearance of his parents years before, Young Piccolo Grande lives alone in his fine, old family home. But, one fateful afternoon, his neat and ordered life is turned upside down and inside out." 9842 "Very noisy baby, The" "Lester, Alison" Affirm Press 2017 9781925475616 K-2 "Here is the story of a very noisy baby. She could bellow like a buffalo and roar like a lion. And howl like a wolf for a very long time. The baby loves to make all kinds of sounds. She's really very loud. But when some animals in the town go missing, can the very noisy baby help?" 32616 "Very quacky Christmas, A" "James, Ann & Watts, Frances (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2017 9780733329623 K-2 "'We wish you a quacky Christmas!' Samantha Duck is getting ready for Christmas. 'I'm going to give presents to animals all over the world!' Her friend Sebastian tells her not to bother. 'Christmas is not for animals,' he says. But with the help of her farmyard friends, Samantha sets out to prove that Christmas is for everyone. " 5291 "Very, very, very long dog, The" "Patton, Julia" Sourcebooks Inc 2017 9781492654452 K-2 Bartelby's walks started out great...but they didn't always end so well Vet Cadets series "Johnson, Rebecca" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 5913 Victor's challenge "Freeman, Pamela & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Walker Books 2009 9781921150326 5-6 "Prince Victor must complete three challenges before Valerian's father will consider him as a suitor for her hand in marriage. Victor knows he can be brave and persistent but he is very worried about the cleverness test. When your heart is pure and true, anything can happen even where fierce dragons and enchanted mountains are concerned." 439 Victor's quest "Freeman, Pamela & Gamble, Kim (ill)" Scholastic Australia 1996 9781862912861 5-6 "Prince Victor of Serendipity solves some sticky problems like finding the princess. Fortunately, he is aided by his horse, Quince, who is smarter than Victor." 49319 Vietnam diary "Wilson, Mark" Hachette Children's Books 2013 9780734412744 5-6 "Jason's grandfather fought on the Western Front, his father fought at Kokoda and now Jason has received his conscription letter, called up to Vietnam. His training and war experience in Vietnam are explored through pictures and letters." 977 View from the 32nd floor "Cameron, Emma" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781922077295 5-6 "William lives on the thirty second floor of an apartment block with a clear view of the building opposite. He sees his neighbours' daily lives and worries about the loneliness of some of them. With his new friend, cakes and a dictionary of names, Williams plans to tempt his neighbours back into the world." 62368 Viking blood: a viking warrior AD 1008 "Donkin, Andrew" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407104812 5-6 "After being injured in a raid that has gone terribly wrong, Tor Scaldbane loses his chance to be a legendary warrior. After this devastating blow, his faith is restored when he discovers the sagas of his ancestors, including the stories of glorious battles, ancient heroes and powerful gods. Now, he has his own stories to tell." 12953 "Viking invader, The" "Fleming, Fergus & Tomlins, Karen (des.) & Dowsell, Paul (ed.)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1997 9780746029572 7-9 "Wonderful headline stories, amusing advertisements in a crazy newspaper format. Historical accuracy blended with zany humour and colourful illustrations and layout." 440 "Village by the sea, The" "Desai, Anita" Penguin 2001 9780141312712 7-9 "This story is set in a fishing village near Bombay, India, and tells of the two oldest children and their struggle to keep the family together." 110909 Villains: a gallery of Australian rogues "Baillie, Allan" Phoenix Education 2003 9781876580421 5-6 "Short, simple text that is easy to read but with gutsy content profiling the rogues of Australian history including how they lived and how they died. Full of action and drama." 12944 Vincent van Gogh: the troubled artist "Claybourne, Anna" White-Thomson Publishing Ltd 2003 9780750243230 5-6 "Van Gogh's life was tragic. He failed in love, fell out with friends and fellow painters, felt the suffering of others deeply and died by his own hand. During his short life, he painted hundreds of vibrant paintings, now recognised as masterpieces." 18390 Vincent's colors The Metropolitan Museum of Art Chronicle Books 2005 9780811850995 K-2 Van Gogh's paintings cleverly mixed with text from Van Gogh's letters. A wonderful introduction to the more sophisticated world of visual art through a simple introduction to colour. American spelling. 25104 Vinnie's war "McRobbie, David" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742375762 5-6 "Twelve year old Vinnie has escaped from his foster mother and her tough rules and expectations. He has found a friend with whom he can share dreams and music. Then, war begins and Vinnie is evacuated from the London bombs. All he has left of his old life is his harmonica. On the train, Vinnie meets three other evacuee children and when they arrive in the small country town of Netterfold, their own war begins." Violet Mackerel series "Branford, Anna & Davis, Sarah (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen. " 12313 "Violin man, The" "Thompson, Colin" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2003 9780733614002 7-9 "A lyrical tale of love, loss and music. An emotionally charged story and exquisite illustrations that beautifully portray the sadness of a bereaved father and the consolation he finds in solitude and in his musical gift." 9283 Virtual realities "Carmichael, Claire" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1995 9780091834678 7-9 "Andy Tremain has a terrifying ability. Using virtual reality, he can create monsters from his unconscious mind and he's obsessed with dinosaurs." 5958 "Visconti house, The" "Edgar, Elsbeth" Walker Books 2009 9781921529016 5-6 "Laura's house is indeed puzzling. It's an Italian-style villa of the 1800s, built in a small country Victorian town, with a myth claiming it is haunted by the spirit of an elderly Italian man. Laura and Leon are outsiders and they both have secrets. Alienated by their classmates, the pair tackles the mysteries of her house and its former occupants." 5664 Visiting you: A journey of love "Sharpe Shelberg, Rebecka & Edmonds, Andrea (ill)" EK Books 2018 9781925335668 K-2 "Who are you going to visit?"" a young child asks curiously. A daughter, a wife, a grandfather, a son...Each simple answer from a fellow commuter shows how we are all bound by the common experience of love, and that it's our similarities - not our differences - that matter most." 25227 "Visitor, The" "Bougaeva, Sonja" Gecko Press 2007 9780958272049 K-2 "Two sisters live peacefully on a tiny, remote island. When they receive a letter announcing the arrival of their cousin, John, the sisters are initially delighted to have a visitor. But, the sisters' delight is short-lived as John tries to bring order to their comfortable lives." 76442 Vivi finds Bean "Holle, Vanessa" Murdoch Books Australia 2009 9781741965049 K-2 Vivi sets off to travel from Hamburg to Sydney to find her godmother. How long will it take and how will she get there. 12375 "Voice of her own: the story of Phillis Wheatley, slave poet, A" "Lasky, Kathryn & Lee, Paul (ill)" Candlewick Press 9780763628789 7-9 "Born in Africa around 1753, Phillis Wheatley was kidnapped and shipped as a slave to America. Her family, her name and her language were taken from her. Phillis's first poem was published when she was fourteen years old." 12022 Voices in the park "Browne, Anthony" Transworld 1999 9780552545648 K-2 "Four different voices tell their own versions of the same walk in the park. There's a bossy woman, a sad man, a lonely boy and a young girl whose warmth touches those she meets." 6529 Voicing the dead "Crew, Gary" Ford Street Publishing 2015 9781925272055 7-9 "In 1833, Jack Ireland is Captain's cabin boy, aboard the Charles Eaton as it sails from England to Australia. On its return journey, passing through the Torres Strait, the ship is wrecked, forcing the crew and passengers to abandon ship on two hand-made rafts. The horrifying events that follow are well documented but the passage of time allows a less sinister explanation. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9492 Volcanoes "Llewellyn, Claire" Heinemann 2000 9780431023762 3-4 "An introduction to volcanoes and how they work, describing their formation, the destructive forces and benefits of them." 3745 Vullah Vunnah Nah: a Gunditjmara lullaby "Clarke, Patricia" One Day Hill Pty Ltd 2012 9780987313904 K-2 "This ancient song is presented for the first time as a beautiful book for children, includes a CD to song along with." 1960 Wabi sabi "Reibstein, Mark & Young, Ed (ill)" "Little, Brown & Co" 2008 9780316118255 5-6 "Wabi Sabi, the little cat, sets out to find out the meaning of her name. Beautifully told and illustrated in the Japanese style with a special form of stylised Haiku poetry as a main feature." Wacky but true magazine "Down, Michelle" 5-6 "A monthly magazine format mix of freaky, funny and fascinating facts. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15043 Waddle giggle gargle "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1996 9780140559910 K-2 "The story of the ingenious way Grandpa, Grandma and Jonathan protect themselves from the swooping, waddling, giggling, gargling magpie that is determined to protect her nest." 3036 Waer "Caddy, Meg" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781922182210 7-9 "When Lowell Sencha finds the strange girl lying, as if dead. on the riverbank, he is startled to find that she is like them, waer. Human but able to assume the form of a wolf. The Sencha family's small community has kept itself sequestered and unnoticed, and free from persecution. The arrival of a fellow traveller, and a hunted one at that, threatens their very survival. When the soldiers of the blood-purist Daeman Leldh descend on the village, searching for her, Lowell and the mysterious stranger are among the few to escape." 5807 Waiting for Hugo "Niland, Amanda & Richards, Claire (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081216 K-2 "For Hugo, the world is full of things to count. For his family, that means everything takes extra time, which does come with some nice surprises sometimes." 2269 Waiting for later "Matthews, Tina" Walker Books 2011 9781921720055 K-2 "Even though Nancy is big, one day she feels small. When she asks her mum, brother, cousin, aunt and grandfather to play with her, they're all busy and ask her to wait until later. So, Nancy climbs a tree in her backyard to wait for later, and imagines playing the games her family doesn't have time for." 22842 Waiting for mum "Lunn, Helen & Pignataro, Anna (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781865041711 K-2 "Even very small children have to face big worries. When mum doesn't arrive to pick her up from school, this little girl faces those worries and carefully thinks about the right thing to do. She knows it is important not to panic and that worries can be forced to back down if you face them. Some devilish worries swirl around the familiar scenes on these beautifully illustrated pages." 8324 Waiting out the storm "Macken, Joann Early & Gaber, Susan (ill)" Candlewick Press 2009 9780763633783 K-2 "Out on a hillside as a storm moves in, a young girl and her mother watch the raindrops fall, the thunder rumble and the lightning flash. As they approach their house, the girl wants to know where the turtles, chipmunks and birds go during a storm. Indoors, they settle down together, to watch the rain." 9424 Walers go to war "Farrer, Vashti" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2001 9780957795761 3-4 "This is the children's story of the Australian bred horses, known as Walers, at war. Originally from New South Wales, these medium sized horses were instrumental in the Australian and British victories of WWI." 4015 "Walk in the bush, A" "Perkins, Gwyn" Affirm Press 2017 9781925475531 K-2 "Little Iggy does not want to leave the house, but Grandad insists, they always have fun together. What follows is a wonderful journey, in the great Australian outdoors, with singing birds, wallaby surprises, secret caterpillar messages and oodles of grandad humour. Here is a story about the wonders of nature, the funny side of life and spending time with the ones we love." "Walk right in detective agency series, The" "Simons, Moya" 3-4 "Humorous series about Bernice and David's detective agency and the crimes they solve. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 441 "Walk twenty, run twenty" "Disher, Garry" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733614644 7-9 "After the death of his parents, Rick goes to live with his cousins in the outback. He finds it very hard to adjust and his cousins have difficulty relating to his grief. A dangerous adventure changes everything. Some strong language in context." 442 Walk two moons "Creech, Sharon" HarperTrophy 1996 9780064405171 7-9 "Sal is coping with loss and change and is helped by her unusual friend, Phoebe, and her wise, loving grandparents." 9269 "Walker book of classic poetry and poets, The" "Rosen, Michael" Walker Books 2001 9780744582642 5-6 "An anthology of over eighty, memorable poems by a variety of poets, William Shakespeare, Banjo Paterson, W B Yeats, Emily Dickinson, Edward Lear and Carl Sandburg. The book includes colour illustrations, biographical sketches and paintings." 12058 "Walker treasury of bear stories, The" Various Walker Books 1995 9780744544183 K-2 "A delightful collection of twenty-one stories about bears, written and illustrated by many well-known authors and illustrators, including Michael Rosen, Sarah Hayes and John Burningham. If you like bear stories, you'll love this book." 12337 Walking with the seasons in Kakadu "Lucas, Diane & Searle, Ken" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2004 9781741144710 5-6 "This book introduces children to the birds, plants and animals that live in Kakadu. It also features the Gundjeihmi-speaking aborigines of the region and the six aboriginal seasons." 120056 "Wall, The: Growing up behind the iron curtain" "Sis, Peter" "Farrar, Straus and Giroux" 2007 9780374347017 7-9 "Through annotated illustrations, journals, maps and dreamscapes, Peter Sis shows what life was like for a child, on the Communist side of the Iron Curtain, who believed whatever he was told. As news filtered in from the West, Sis learned about rock'n'roll, blue jeans and read banned books. The Soviet invasion meant this freedom was short-lived but Sis's eyes had been opened." 4705 Waltzing Matilda "Paterson, A B & Blackwood, Freya (illus)" Scholastic Australia 2006 9781865048154 5-6 Watzing Matilda story with pictures that are overlaid with the story of the shearer's strike of the 1890s. Excerpts from newspapers reports and 'wanted' posters add further information. 443 Wanamurraganya: the story of Jack McPhee "Morgan, Sally" Fremantle Press 1990 9780949206992 7-9 "The story of Jack McPee, an itinerant station and mine worker, from the Pilbara region of Australia.Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 444 "Wanderer, The" "Creech, Sharon" Pan Macmillan London 2001 9780330392921 7-9 "In this story about sailing, Sophie travels from Nova Scotia to England to visit the grandfather that she has never met." 445 Wandering girl "Ward, Glenyse" Magabala Books 1996 9781875641246 7-9 "Glenyse, an aboriginal Australian, is forcibly taken from her parents and raised in a strict Catholic institution. At seventeen, she's sent to work as a domestic on a rich, West Australian farm where she's treated very harshly. Housed in a dirty garage, fed inferior food after cooking sumptuous meals for the family to eat in their luxurious dining room, given unfamiliar tasks with no instruction, Glenyse is debased and humiliated." 9231 "Wanderings of Odysseus, The" "Sutcliff, Rosemary" Frances Lincoln 1995 9780711208629 7-9 "Homer's magnificent epic poem, 'The Odyssey', brought to vivid life in an enthralling traveller's tale of the greatest voyage ever, with a spectacular cast of men, magicians and monsters." 15512 Wanja: one smart dog "Stacey, Barbara & Hill, Adam (ill)" Indij Readers 2004 9780980340525 3-4 "Aunty Barb is impressed with the cleverness of Wanja, a streetwise pet dog living in the inner city of Sydney. " 4707 Wannabe wallaby "Clark, Margaret" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733612091 5-6 "When a black dog, Wannabe, who has been reared by wallabies, and believes he is one, is brought to the Animal Haven refuge, unexpected things happen." 568905 Want to play trucks? "Stott, Ann & Graham, Bob (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406378238 K-2 "Jack likes trucks. Alex likes dolls. What will they play together? Their new favourite game, of course! " 7392 Wanted: the perfect pet "Roberton, Fiona" Viking UK 2009 9780670073566 3-4 "Henry already has 27 varieties of frogs so why could he possibly want another pet. But, Henry is seeking the perfect pet, a pet with personality so he advertises for a dog. He waits and waits until a surprising perfect pet turns up on his doorstep." 4708 War and peas "Foreman, Michael" Andersen Press Ltd 2002 9781842700839 3-4 "When food is scarce in the land of King Lion, the Fat King, ruler of the neighbouring, very rich country refuses to help so war is declared. But the people of the Fat King's land are too fat for their equipment." 24958 "War that saved my life, The" "Bradley, Kimberly Brubaker" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925355642 5-6 "Nine year old Ada has never left her one-room apartment. Her mother is too humiliated by Ada's twisted, club foot to let her outside. So, when Ada's little brother, Jamie, is shipped out of London to avoid the war, she escapes to join him. A new adventure begins for Ada, and for Susan Smith, the woman forced to take them in. As Ada teaches herself to ride a pony, learns to read and watches for German spies, she begins to trust Susan. And, Susan begins to love them both. But, wartime and Ada's cruel mother threaten the growing bond." 8712 War's end "Bowen, Victoria" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663662 7-9 "Dad is finally on his way home from The Great War. Everyone, especially Mum, is excited and full of plans for the homecoming and the future. Twelve year old Nell barely remembers Dad but when Spanish Influenza hits Perth, delaying his return, Nell begins to understand the gap in the family his absence has created." 14950 Warambi "Darlison, Aleesah & Plant, Andrew (ill)" Working Title Press 2011 9781921504280 K-2 "When her home in a little bent-wing bat colony is destroyed, Warambi is separated from her family. She's forced to shelter in a rather unusual place, where scary sounds are all around her and danger is never far away. Warambi just wants to find her way home." Wardstone chronicles series "Delaney, Joseph & Wyatt, David (ill)" 7-9 "A fantasy series about the seventh son of a seventh son who has special powers to fight evil. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen.." 87229 Warnayarra the rainbow snake "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Lajamanu School (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046235 3-4 One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. Describes the power of the Warnayarra in unleashing a tremendous thunderstorm. WARP series "Colfer, Eoin" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 446 Warrior Scarlet "Sutcliff, Rosemary" "Farrar, Straus and Giroux" 1994 9780374482442 7-9 "In Bronze Age Britain, Drem must overcome his disability in order to pass the tribe's test to become a warrior." 9362 "Warriors: the story of a wombat, The" "French, Jackie & Guthridge, Bettina (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1996 9780207190889 3-4 "Factual information cleverly woven into the story of a wombat's experiences from birth to adulthood revealing the emotions, smells and joys of being a wombat." 4847 Was not me "Horsfall, Shannon" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460752463 K-2 "I have a naughty twin brother who I only see. A cheeky twin brother, his name is Not Me. There are how many boys in this family?" 2938 Wasim and the champ "Ashley, Chris & Pankhurst, Kate (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2011 9781847800572 5-6 "Footie-mad Wasim and his team mates enter the local football competition. But, after an incident at the local mosque and a fight involving Wasim's older brother, the teams become split between white and Asian boys. Wasim and the surprise celebrity at the competition, an international boxing champion from their area, cleverly diffuse a tense situation." 21500 Wasim's challenge "Ashley, Chris & Pankhurst, Kate (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2010 9781847800565 5-6 "Year Five are off to Snowdonia and Wasim Ahmed has been looking forward to it for months. He has vowed to participate in the Ramadan fast but keeps his fasting a secret. Lack of food and drink cause him to sit out the first day's activities. When a box of chocolates disappears, Wasim becomes prime suspect. Then, on a walk, the group gets lost and Wasim is in serious danger on the mountainside." Watch me grow series Dorling Kindersley K-2 "A great introductory series about all sorts of animals and insects. Includes dynamic, full-colour photographs, life cycles and a simple glossary of terms. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 9619 Watch out big Bro's coming "Alborough, Jez" Walker Books 1999 9780744563047 K-2 Mouse has some hot news. Big Bro is coming. The news spreads from Monkey to Parrot to Frog to Elephant. All the animals add to the news until the size and toughness of Big Bro is legendary. 6596 "Watchmaker who saved Christmas, The" "Whatley, Bruce" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2006 9781741662245 K-2 "A mysterious visitor requests that his extraordinary watch be repaired by Christmas Eve. The watchmaker has never seen a watch like it. His assistant, Peter, suggests an unusual way to repair it but it's a race against time." 7421 Water "Havel, Geoff" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695601 7-9 Thirteen year old Tully discovers she has had her DNA artificially manipulated by her father. Tully and her father are kidnapped and taken to the research facility where she learns she is part of a much larger human DNA experiment aimed at creating humans capable of surviving in underwater environments for the purpose of mining. 4717 "Water babies, The" "Kingsley, Charles" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2000 9781853261480 5-6 "While cleaning chimneys, Tom emerges in Ellie's bedroom and she mistakes him for a thief. In this classic story, Tom runs away, slips into a cooling stream and falls asleep to become a Water Baby, with a quest to the Other-end-of-Nowhere." 4718 "Water dragons, The" "Wrightson, Patricia" Puffin Australia 1999 9780141305363 5-6 "Sam, Lin and Jerry must save their pet water dragon when their natural habitat, the drain behind their homes, is being cleaned up. But, two of the water dragons have disappeared." 13647 Water everywhere "Atkins, Jill" Dorling Kindersley 2007 9781405319423 3-4 "With the help of photographs and diagrams, a fresh look at water's journey around our planet is presented, from rain to rivers to the kitchen sink." 15388 Water hole (around the clock with the animals of the grasslands) "Shalev, Zahavit" Dorling Kindersley 2005 9781405308199 3-4 "A day at the water hole from dawn to dusk, as all the animals of the grasslands come to drink. Includes beautiful photographs, a glossary and an index." 64129 "Water horse, The" "King-Smith, Dick" Puffin Australia 2008 9780141302232 3-4 "Angus and his sister have found something strange at the beach. They think it's just a big, old piece of seaweed so they take it home to put in the bath. But, in the morning, the seaweed is squeaking and splashing." 15329 Water the amazing journey "Trafford, Caren & Eriksson, Megan (ill)" Etram Pty Ltd 2004 9780958187817 5-6 "With cartoon-style graphics, appealing illustrations and interesting facts, this book shows why water is so important and how we can conserve it." 40020 Water wise "Hawes, Alison" A & C Black 2010 9781408126875 3-4 "Find out why the world needs to be water wise. Presenting a global view about equal access to clean water around the world and the impact water wastage and water pollution will have, find out how each person and home can make a difference." 529 Water witcher "Ormerod, Jan" Little Hare Books 2006 9781921049514 3-4 It is hot and dry and everyone is thirsty. Dougy and his sisters hand water the baby animals on the farm and can't remember the last time it rained. Dougy dreams of being a water witcher like his grandfather. 4723 "Waterhole, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2003 9780140567533 3-4 "A stunning picture book that is a counting book, an animal book and a puzzle book to be enjoyed by all. There is wide appeal in this art journey across the world." 447 Watership down "Adams, Richard" Oxford University Press 2001 9780060935450 7-9 A warren of rabbits is being chased from its home by a land developer. The rabbits have their own language and culture which is as complex and fascinating as human society. 946 Waterslain angels "Crossley-Holland, Kevin" Orion 2008 9781842556917 5-6 "The discovery of a beautifully carved angel wing at the village church intrigues Annie. She and her new friend, Sandy, are determined to solve the centuries old mystery of the angels that went missing from the Waterslain Church. What begins as a childish quest soon becomes an extremely dangerous adventure. " 448 "Watertower, The" "Crew, Gary" Era Publications 1997 9781863743204 7-9 A mysterious watertower becomes more than a place to cool off for two outback youths. The suspense is powerful. 21206 Waves "Rawlins, Donna & Potter, Heather & Jackson, Mark (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781925381641 5-6 "Every journey is perilous, every situation heartbreaking. Every refugee is a person forced by famine or war or fear to leave their home, their families, their friends and all they know. Children have travelled on the waves of migration to the shores of Australia for tens of thousands of years. This book tells some of their stories." 18391 Waves: from surfing to tsunami "Kampion, Drew" "Gibbs Smith, Publisher" 2005 9781586852122 5-6 "This informative, documentary style book contains wonderful, visual images of waves. Photographs portray the origin and parts of a wave, and the effects of river and ocean waves on the environment. Includes a glossary of terms." 7496 Waxing with Wayne "McRobbie, David" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 1991 9781863300933 7-9 "More adventures of Wayne Wilson. Wayne's sister is engaged, his hideous young cousin and wonderfully eccentric grandfather come to stay and his best mate seems to upstage him on every occasion, leaving Wayne's love life in tatters." 449 Way home "Hathorn, Libby & Rogers, Gregory (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1995 9780091829186 7-9 The story of homelessness and the city and the need for a boy and a cat to belong and to be safe. 97380 "Way I love you, The" "Bedford, David & James, Ann" Little Hare Books 2004 9781877003813 K-2 A young girl describes the reasons why she loves her pet dog. 35027 "Way we work, The" "Macaulay, David" Walker Books 2009 9781406322224 7-9 Explore the human body from head to toe. Lots of interesting facts and details about how our bodies works for us. 4859 We all sleep "Kwaymullina, Ezekiel & Morgan, Sally (ill)" Fremantle Press 2015 9781925162684 K-2 "Beneath the stars, we all sleep." 15112 "We all went on safari, a counting journey through Tanzania" "Krebs, Laurie & Cairns, Julia (ill)" Koala Books 2003 9780864615138 K-2 Learn to count in Swahili and discover all kinds of African animals in the grasslands of Tanzania. 6546 We are all born free: the universal declaration of human rights in pictures Amnesty International (contr) Frances Lincoln 2008 9781845076504 5-6 "Proclaimed by the United Nations on December 10, 1948, the Declaration of Human Rights applies to every child and adult throughout the world. Each of its 30 articles has been written in a way that children can understand and beautifully illustrated by well-known artists." 5203 We are the rebels "Wright, Clare" Text Publishing Co 2015 9781922182784 7-9 "Stories about The Eureka Stockade usually feature men and their roles in the rebellion. This book provides a whole new perspective, featuring the remarkable, vibrant women of Eureka, whose sheer determination shaped our national consciousness. This is their story and the story of the thousands of men, women and children who risked everything in their quest for gold." 46779 We are the weather makers "Flannery, Tim" Penguin Books Australia 2006 9781921145346 7-9 "The Weather Makers has had a huge impact on our consciousness about climate change. It has changed minds and hearts. This book speaks to the school children who will inherit the new climate which their parents and grandparents have helped to create. Provides scientific examinations and some conclusions about climate change. Usually read by students in years 9, 10 and above. " 50640 We belong together "Parr, Todd" Pan Asia Publications 2008 9780733323119 K-2 "Child-like, smiling stick figures and bold, brilliant colours capture what it means for a family to belong together. In a sensitive, child-friendly way, the book focuses on different types of families." 4943 We found a hat "Klassen, Jon" HarperCollins Children's Books 2016 9781406347517 K-2 "Two turtles have found a hat. The hat looks good on both of them. But, there are two turtles and there is only one hat." 40233 We honestly can look after your dog "Child, Lauren" Puffin Australia 2005 9780141382104 3-4 "Lola and Lotta are sure they can look after the dog of Charlie's friend, Marv. Perhaps they could, if they could just agree on how to do it." 8023 We're all Australians now "Paterson, A B (Banjo) & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732296476 5-6 "In 1915, Australia's much-loved bush poet, Banjo Paterson, wrote a poem as an open letter to the troops fighting in World War l." 4226 We're all wonders "Palacio, R.J" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780141386416 K-2 "I know I can't change the way I look. But maybe, just maybe, people can change the way they see... Auggie knows he's no ordinary kid. He does plenty of ordinary things. He feels ordinary. He just doesn't look ordinary. But it is not just Auggie who's different, and everyone is a wonder- if only they could see it." 8243 We're going on a bear hunt "Rosen, Michael & Oxenbury, Helen (ill)" Walker Books 2000 9780744568516 K-2 "The family are going on a bear hunt. You can go with them, through the long grass and the mud. Are you scared? Children love this bear hunt." 15113 We're going on a picnic "Hutchins, Pat" Red Fox 2002 9780099433040 K-2 "Hen, Goose and Duck are going on a picnic. They pack all their favourite foods but, as they walk, their basket becomes lighter and lighter." 5694 We're going to be friends "White, Jack & Blake, Elinor (ill)" Third Man Books 2017 9780996401692 K-2 "Join Suzy Lee as she goes to school with her books and pens, looks for bugs, shows and tells, and finds a friend." 112309 Weather or not: it's a climate for change "Trafford, Caren & Wilsher, David (ill)" Etram Pty Ltd 2007 9780958187831 5-6 "Let's talk about the weather. A complex subject made easy for young people to understand, using whimsical pictures, humour, cartoons and puns. An encouraging look at global warming solutions and positive action." 8596 Web watchers "Clark, Margaret" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1999 9780091834883 7-9 "Set inside a virtual internet world, two friends attempt to save earth's internet from evil." 450 "Web, The" "Hilton, Nette" HarperCollins Australia 1992 9780207172458 5-6 "Violet-Ann befriends a seven legged spider that she names, Sam." 10235 "Wee free men, The" "Pratchett, Terry & Player, Stephen (ill)" Random House Children's Books 2008 9780385612548 7-9 "The trouble on the Aching farm - monsters in the river, headless horsemen in the lane - climaxes when Tiffany's little brother is stolen away. Fortunately, the Nac Mac Feegle - the fighting, thieving, wee free men - will assist in his rescue. Tiffany will have a witty, inventive, sumptuous tale to tell." 6482 "Weight of water, The" "Crossan, Sarah" Bloomsbury 2012 9781408823002 7-9 "When Kasienka starts her new school in her new country, she is lonely and unhappy; everything is strange and her halting English sets her apart from the other students. Her mother is obsessed with finding Kasienka's father who has deserted them. Eventually, Kasienka discovers something that she excels at and the good life begins again." WeirDo series "Do, Anh & Faber, Jules (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8595 "Weirdstone of Brisingamen, The" "Garner, Alan" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2002 9780007127887 7-9 "Two children, Susan and Colin, are sent to rural England, where they encounter a frightening local woman and an ancient wizard, named Cadellin. They find themselves on the run through abandoned mine tunnels, aided by a pair of heroic dwarfs." 14687 Welcome home "Booth, Christina" Ford Street Publishing 2013 9781925000085 5-6 "Whaling has long been part of Australia's history. Over the past centuries many coastal towns owe their existence to the hunting and slaughter of whales for numerous by-products. More recently these same towns focus on viewing the beauty of these majestic creatures as they travel between the cold and warmer waters. Here both stories are told through the eyes of a young boy who hears the distant calls, sometimes joyful, sometimes apprehensive, of a whale." 13465 Welcome little scrubfowl "Kendell, Sandra" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781922081261 3-4 "In a house on legs up the top of Australia, grows a rampant garden. Seedlings are planted, but then during the night, something singing comes and digs them up for their dinner." 14828 Welcome to country "Murphy, Aunty Joy & Kennedy, Lisa (ill)" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781922244871 7-9 Welcome to the traditional lands of the Wurundjeri people. We are part of this land and the land is part of us. This is where we come from. Wominjeka Wurundjeri balluk yearmenn koondee bik. Welcome to country. 5412 Welcome to my country "Burarrwanga, Laklak" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743313961 5-6 "Laklak Burarrwanga and her family invite you to their Country. Centred on a beautiful beach in Arnhem Land, its crystal waters are full of fish, turtle, crab and stingray. The bush holds fruits, pandanus for weaving and wood for spears. Laklak shares her history, her long childhood walks across Arnhem Land, her people's fight for land rights and for a say in their children's schooling. She and her family stand tall and proud." 5768 Welcome to Silver Street Farm "Davies, Nicola" Walker Books 2011 9781406320596 3-4 "Join Karl, Meera and Gemma as they work towards creating a city farm for all the children and adults alike to enjoy." Wells and Wong mystery series Various 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 120055 Wendel's workshop "Riddell, Chris" MacMillan 2007 9780230017801 K-2 "Wendell, an inventor, builds a robot called Clunk who is a total disaster because he is so untidy. He is thrown down the rubbish shoot onto the scrap heap. Wendell invents a replacement robot called Wendelbot who is obsessed with tidiness and Wendell realises he is in danger of being thrown into the rubbish as well. " 17041 Wendy "Gordon, Gus" Penguin Books Australia 2009 9780670070916 3-4 "Wendy doesn't want to be just any old chicken. She wants adventure and excitement, and to be a star. Then, a travelling circus comes to town." 451 "Werewolf knight, The" "Wagner, Jenny" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1997 9780091825942 5-6 Feolf is a loyal knight who becomes a wolf on nights when the moon is full. 31942 Weslandia "Fleischman, Paul & Hawkes, Kevin (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406313758 3-4 "Wesley is an outsider, friendless and tormented by his peers and unhappy with the 'sameness' of everyone. His answer is to create his own world. Wesley grows a garden and makes his own food, clothes, games and language." 12771 Wetlands "Oktober, Tricia" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2000 9780733611971 3-4 "In the tropical north of Australia, magpie geese gather round a billabong. The land is dusty, the rivers have shrunk and the dry months drag on. At last the sky darkens and lightning and thunder appear, the much-needed rains begin." 7723 Whacko the chook "Svendsen, Mark & Redlich, Ben (ill)" Lothian Books 2007 9780734409843 3-4 Whacko the chook tries and tries again to find a friend without success. Eventually Whacko finds the love she is looking for by just getting on with what she should be doing and never letting others get her down. 1303 Whale in the bath "Westaway, Kylie & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743318584 K-2 "Bruno can't wash when there is a whale in the bath, but why won't anyone believe him." 9364 Whale journey "French, Vivian & Flather, Lisa (ill)" Zero to ten 1998 9781840891379 3-4 "Little Gray is a newborn whale travelling with his mother to the feeding areas in the Arctic, some six thousand miles from where he was born." 10698 "Whale's child, The" "Rubinstein, Gillian" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2002 9780733614453 7-9 Ken has been having problems with his training for squad swimming. The unexpected discovery of a Japanese relative and her tales of the migrating whales help him to succeed. 9213 Whale: the play "Holman, David" Heinemann 1996 9780413630902 7-9 A play focusing on the combined rescue of these gentle animals by US and Soviet forces. 452 "Whalers, The" "Mumbulla, Percy & Robinson, Roland E. & Bancroft, Bronwyn (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2002 9780207191770 5-6 "Stepping between Aboriginal Dreaming stories and the Australian yarn, the story of the Whalers reflects the ideas and practice of reconciliation showing the relationship between the orcas and the Aboriginal whalers of Twofold Bay." 9491 What are Coral reefs "Llewellyn, Claire" Heinemann 2000 9780431023755 3-4 "An introduction to the formation, location, and types of coral reefs, as well as threats to them and efforts to preserve them." 24758 What could it be "Fawcett, Sally" Exisle Publishing 2016 9781925335026 K-2 "It's time to step outside the square and explore your creativity. So many shapes, so many possibilities. Have some fun with your imagination." 766 What did one elephant say to another "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303074 K-2 "Find out how elephants communicate with one another, not only through the noises they make but with their body movements." 12390 What Dino saw "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 2004 9780143300984 K-2 "Jenny finds a big, egg-shaped thing down by the creek. She takes it home and, when it hatches, out pops a cute, but very hungry, baby dinosaur." 7962 What do grown-ups do all day "Morgand, Virginie" Wide Eyed Editions 2016 9781847808097 3-4 "If you've ever wondered what grown-ups do all day, this book will give you a fascinating insight into more than one hundred jobs, in fifteen diverse work places such as a farm, a hospital, a hotel, a gym and a school." 453 "What do you think, Feezal" "Honey, Elizabeth" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864484397 5-6 "Bean has to move to Sydney to live in a penthouse, where she can't have a dog." 8039 What do you wish for "Godwin, Jane & Walker, Anna (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670078110 K-2 "Ruby is looking forward to Christmas and the street party in the local park, as well as many other happy customs. One of these is the neighbourhood children hanging a Christmas wish on the big tree in the park, before they perform their yearly show. Ruby happily ponders on all the things she loves about the festive season - baking, presents, Christmas lunch and the freedom of holidays." 12616 What does your daddy do "Reece, Gordon & Cencic, Vilma (ill)" Lothian Books 2009 9780734411129 K-2 "In class, the children are trying to determine whose father is the most important. The answer may surprise you." 3040 What dog knows "Vanden Heede, Sylvia & Tolman, Marije (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781776570379 3-4 "Dog is the smart one, who knows things because he reads books. Wolf isn't so smart, he's more of an action-before-investigation type wolf. But, when Wolf finds a fact-filled book in the library, he thinks he'll outsmart his clever cousin, Dog. Packed with information, activities, quizzes, rhymes and curious conversations between Wolf and Dog." 22119 What goes on in my head "Winston, Robert" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405353731 7-9 "Your brain is the most complicated and mysterious part of your body. It contains more than a billion cells and, every second, billions of electrical signals dart between these cells, at speeds of more than four hundred kilometres per hour. Find out why you laugh, why your parents can read your mind and why you have strange or scary dreams." 5777 What I can learn from the incredible and fantastic life of Oprah Winfrey "Medina, Melissa & Colting, Fredrik & Chen, Eszter (ill)" Moppet Books 2017 9780997714586 3-4 "Oprah Winfrey has inspired millions of people around the world. This illustrated biography about the fantastic life of the Queen of Media, shows a new generation that they can do anything they put their minds to. This new series of illustrated biographies highlights contemporary innovators, leaders and visionaries in order to motivate and inspire the leaders of tomorrow." 5775 What I can learn from the incredible and fantastic life of Steve Jobs "Colting, Fredrik & Medina, Melissa & Yoneyama, Natsuko (ill)" Moppet Books 2017 9780997714593 3-4 "Steve Jobs was a visionary who changed the world with his inventions and designs. This illustrated biography about the fantastic life of Steve inspires younger generations to dream big and believe in themselves. This new series of illustrated biographies highlights contemporary innovators, leaders and icons in order to motivate and inspire the leaders of tomorrow." 120131 What I wanna be "Prior, Chasity & others & McKenzie, Peter (ill)" Indij Readers 2007 9780980359312 3-4 "Aunty Sharon, Aunty Kelli and Uncle Phil decided to find out what their kids wanted to be when they grew up and they wrote about it." 4756 What is poetry: The essential guide to reading and writing poems "Rosen, Michael" Walker Books 2016 9781844287635 5-6 "Over many years as a working poet, Michael Rosen has thought a great deal about what poems are, what they can do and the pleasure that comes from writing and reading poetry. In this invaluable handbook, he shares this knowledge and experience in book form for the very first time. Starting with a detailed analysis of a number of classic poems, he offers a real ""writer's guide"" to writing and performing poems, as well as a wealth of technical information and tips. He then takes a fascinating look at a selection of his own poems and explains how and why he wrote them. " 7190 What is this thing called love "Cali, Davide & Cantone, Anna Laura" Wilkins Farago Pty Ltd 2011 9780980607079 3-4 "Emma would really like to know what love is. When she asks her family, they all give different answers, like sharing a piece of cake or a game of football. But what she really wants to know is it's colour, shape, taste and size." 4764 What Katy did "Coolidge, Susan" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261312 7-9 "Katy Carr is untidy, tall and gangling, planning for the day when she will be beautiful and beloved. She is also very disobedient resulting in a terrible accident that threatens her daydreams and hopes for the future. Katy courageously overcomes her difficulties." 43486 What makes me a me? "Faulks, Ben & Tazzyman, David (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408867259 K-2 "Who am I? I ask myself. What makes me a me? I think hard with all my might and look around to see. Sometimes I am like super guy, really strong and brave. Sometimes I am like a tree, my arms stick out like branches. And sometimes I am like a snail, slow, slow, slow. " 17514 What makes me me "McCleary, Stacey & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734408020 3-4 Aliko watches a caterpillar on the windowsill going through metamorphoses until it becomes a butterfly. It makes Aliko realise that life's struggles are worthwhile because they can produce something beautiful in the end. 21306 What makes my dad happy "Cox, Tania & Broekstra, Loretta (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742378381 K-2 What makes your dad happy? Find out all of the things that make these dads happy. 3808 What makes my mum happy "Cox, Tania & Broekstra, Lorette (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2012 9781742378374 K-2 Find out all the simple things that make this little girl's Mum happy. 2609 What makes you you "Arbuthnott, Gill" A & C Black 2013 9781408194065 7-9 "Find out what is DNA, why it is important and what we can do with it. Track it's discovery from Darwin's theory on evolution, to Mendel's experiments with pea plants, to modern gene research to treat blindness." 17495 What Mona wants Mona gets "Sheldon, Dyan & Okstad, Ella (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844281237 3-4 "Mona always wants whatever she sees in shops and whinges to her mother until she is satisfied. Then, an old woman gives her a necklace and warns Mona to be careful for what she wishes, as the wishes may come true." 30663 What noise comes from a giraffe "MacLean, Craig" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2016 9781460752234 K-2 "We all know it's true, that a cow says moo. Find out what noise comes from a giraffe." 18581 What number is that: my big art adventure "Keeler-Milne, Jennifer" "Art Gallery of New South Wales, The" 2004 9780734763624 3-4 Lovely book combining counting with famous paintings. 7781 What pet should I get "Seuss, Dr" Random House Children's Books 2015 9780553524260 K-2 "When a brother and sister visit a pet store to pick out a pet, they can't choose just one." 5764 What the fluffy bunny said to the growly bear "Crumble, P & Saunders, Chris (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742761084 K-2 "There is a surprise birthday party for Zebra, and all his friends are passing the message along. But when the message gets mixed up, there is confusion, chaos and lots of fun!" 52191 What the raven saw "Bound, Samantha-Ellen" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2013 9781742757353 5-6 "In a churchyard, the raven watches the comings and goings of everyone, making sure that peace and order are maintained. He keeps to himself, except during church services, when he sneaks into the building so he can listen to the hymns that he loves. The raven would be happy if everything stayed this way forever. Until a new, small grave is dug, an annoying pigeon arrives and a church member is up to no good." 18582 What the sky knows "Bourke, Nike & Danalis, Stella (ill)" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702235016 3-4 An imaginative book of shapes and colours. 12197 What we count then and now "Empacher, Helen & others" Indij Readers 2003 9780975064023 K-2 "A simple counting book in which the pictures compare related everyday, useful objects used in Australia before 1788 and their modern counterparts." 31125 What will I do when I grow up? "Borin, Margherita" Berbay Publishing 2018 9780994384157 K-2 Take a walk down High Street and explore the different jobs people have. What do they do? How do they do it? 30305 What you need to know now "Fullman, J & Graham, I & Regan, S & Thomas, I" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405353717 7-9 "If you've got a question, find out the answer. Lots of facts, stats and graphics about your world." 40834 What's Biology all about? "Maskell, Hazel et al" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2009 9781409547068 7-9 "Discover what life is, how it works and why Biology is more exciting today then ever before..." 4082 What's Chemistry all about? "Frith, Alex & Gillespie, Lisa Jane" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2009 9781409547075 7-9 "Discover how the universe is made up of tiny atoms, how they work and why chemistry is vital to our everyday lives." 93723 What's eating you "Davies, Nicola & Layton, Neal (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781406313543 5-6 "Every animal has a habitat, a place where it belongs, finds food and shelter, and raises its babies. You are a habitat for many small, almost invisible creatures. Find out about parasites like fleas and lice, tapeworms and pinworms, and the animals, human and non-human, on and in which they live." 63477 What's in that egg "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2009 9781426304088 K-2 Imagine if humans were born from eggs. Find out about the animals that lay eggs and how the babies make their way out. Discover why some eggs are huge while others are tiny. What's it like to be series Various K-2 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 18049 What's Science all about? "Frith, Alex & Gillespie, Lisa Jane" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2010 9781409547082 7-9 "Discover what's around you and how it works, from the tiniest particles to stars and planets, and even life itself." 14725 What's so special about Dickens "Rosen, Michael" Walker Books 2007 9781406302035 7-9 "Charles Dickens is one of the world's greatest novelists whose stories have been translated and adapted into plays, films, cartoons, musicals and television dramas. An engaging and witty exploration of the man behind the pen, what inspired him and four of his best-known novels; Oliver Twist, A Christmas Carol, Great Expectations and David Copperfield." 67757 What's so special about Shakespeare "Rosen, Michael" Walker Books 2007 9781406300369 7-9 "Someone somewhere is the world is reading, writing or quoting Shakespeare, acting in or watching his plays. An engaging and witty exploration of Shakespeare's life, the tumultuous times in which he lived and four of his plays, A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, King Lear and The Tempest." 560 What's that awful smell "Tekavec, Heather & Spengler, Margaret (ill)" Puffin USA 2004 9780142405864 K-2 The animals are being driven out of the barn by a hideous smell. They all think it is the little piglet but perhaps it is a case of mistaken identity. 23805 What's that there? "Moriarty, Ros & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760297817 K-2 "What's that there? That's the rushing river's curly bend, cried the sea eagle perched on a knotted branch, swaying. There, look! What's that there? That's the cliff face sharp with sun-scorched stones, glinting, shrilled the hawk, gliding on summer winds. There, look! An exhilarating celebration of the Australian landscape as seen from the sky featuring vibrant illustrations by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio." 1772 "What's the matter, Aunty May" "Friend, Peter & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Little Hare Books 2012 9781921714535 K-2 "Good intentions go awry for a little boy, as a polish here and a scrub-a-dub there ends up in a parakeet going through a vacuum cleaner, a couple of floods, ice cream cake where there shouldn't be ice cream cake, and the promise of a return visit." 12386 What's the time Mr Wolf "Hawkins, Colin & Jacqui" Egmont Childrens 2003 9781405206846 K-2 "Large and brightly coloured pictures of Mr Wolf, knowing when its time to do things, provides an excellent way of learning the time." 3170 What's up Mumu "Mackintosh, David" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007463091 3-4 "Mumu is not quite herself today. She is, quite simply, having a lousy day. Enter Lox. He thinks he knows how to cheer her up. But, Mumu is having none of it. Nothing works and she's not feeling better. As good friends do, Lox continues to try until he gets annoyed and picks up the bad mood." 4562 What's up top? "Martin, Marc" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143783886 K-2 What is up top of the ladder? Is it a hat? Is it a cat? Is it a snail on whale or a frog on a log? 9960 What's your story "Giannone, Rose & Emmerichs, Bern (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2016 9780994289544 5-6 "Australia has a long history and many stories. This is the story of Leonard, a young orphan boy, who was on one of the ships in the First Fleet that came to Australia from England. He was both frightened and amazed by his new country. When Leonard met Milba, an Eora girl, she showed him the animals of his new land and the cave drawings of her people. Without words, they could still tell their stories." 43453 Whatcha building? "Daddo, Andrew & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" HarperCollins Children's Books 2017 9780733334153 K-2 "The old milk bar on the corner is coming down to make way for something new. Little Davey Durak is gathering scrap- a short piece of wood here, a long piece there. But what's Davey building? Big Bruce the Builder wants to know, but Davey won't tell..." 12217 Whatever next "Murphy, Jill" MacMillan 1995 9780333636213 K-2 Baby bear travels to the moon and back while his mother gets his bath ready. On the way he meets an owl and they have a picnic on the moon. 890 "Whatnot, The" "Bachmann, Stefan" HarperCollins Children's Books 2013 9780007530243 7-9 "In this sequel to 'The Peculiar', twelve year old Pikey Thomas is missing an eye, a family and friends of any sort. He doesn't seem to have a great deal going for him and he feels it. But, Pikey sees things and people worth knowing that others don't. When he finds out that faeries are real and the past is both a guide and a trap, Pikey begins an adventure that will lead him to know himself and face his fears." 7461 When a dragon moves in "Moore, Jodi & McWilliam, Howard (ill)" Flashlight Press 2011 9780979974670 K-2 "On a beautiful day at the beach, a little boy builds the perfect sandcastle and, immediately, a dragon moves in. The boy and the dragon roam the beach, roast marshmallows, fly kites, float in the water and defend the sandcastle against bullies. But, no-one in his family believes that the dragon exists and that's when the mischief begins." 5898 When a Zeeder met a Zyder "Doyle, Malachy & Stewart, Joel (ill)" Corgi Books 2007 9780552552134 3-4 An uplifting story in verse about two unusual characters who set out to find someone similar to themselves. They cross paths several times and eventually decide to help each other on their quests. A surprising friendship results. 4799 When dad showed me the universe "Stark, Ulf & Eriksson, Eva (IIl)" Gecko Press 2015 9781927271827 K-2 "One day, Dad said he thought I was old enough for him to show me the universe. We rugged up and set off through the town, where the shops are closing for the night. I wonder where the universe is." 18450 When elephants lived in the sea "Godwin, Jane & Agostino, Vincent (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2006 9780734408426 K-2 A picture book about the evolution of elephants. 4779 When Frank was four "Lester, Alison" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1997 9781864483994 K-2 "Follow seven children as they grow up from tiny babies to age seven, with a different event to highlight each year. There's the year when Nicky tipped spaghetti on her head and, another, when Ernie climbed into the fish tank." 2344 When friendship followed me home "Griffin, Paul" Text Publishing Co 2016 9781925355499 5-6 "Twelve year old Ben Coffin has never felt that he fits in. A former foster kid, he keeps his head down to avoid school bullies and spends his afternoons reading sci-fi books at the library. But, when Ben finds a scruffy, abandoned dog and befriends the librarian's daughter, Halley, he starts to feel he belongs in his own life. Then, everything changes and, suddenly, Ben is more alone than ever. But, with a little help from Halley's magician father, Ben discovers his place in the world and learns to see his own magic through other's eyes." 50695 When Henry caught imaginitis "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2008 9781741690309 K-2 "Henry is an overly methodical boy, preferring sums and order to playing or daydreaming. Luckily, he catches a fortuitous case of Imaginitis, a condition where silly thoughts invade his head in a random manner and beg to be acted on." 4780 When Hitler stole pink rabbit "Kerr, Judith" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 1999 9780006754008 5-6 "In 1933, nine year old Anna was too busy with schoolwork and friends to take much notice of Adolf Hitler's rise to power in her native Germany, until she is forced to learn the skills needed to survive as a refugee." 29051 "When I first met you, Blue Kangaroo" "Chichester Clark, Emma" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2015 9780007425112 K-2 "When Lily gets a new baby brother, she soon discovers that it's not easy learning new things and helping to look after someone so small. But, then, Grandma brings her a very special surprise. Someone who also needs to be cared for." 15377 When I grow up "McNaughton, Colin" Walker Books 2005 9780744583724 K-2 What do you want to be when you grow up? A class of kids present a musical about growing up. 27044 When I grow up "Minchin, Tim" Scholastic Australia 2017 9781742764955 K-2 "When I grow up... I will eat sweets every day on the way to work and I will go to bed late every night. And I will wake up, when the sun comes up and I will watch cartoons until my eyes go square." 26131 When I see Grandma "Tidball, Debra & Hedstrom, Leigh (ill)" Wombat Books 2014 9781921632594 K-2 "Visiting Grandma can sometimes be sad, but a little girl and her brother brighten Grandma's dreams and bring warmth and laughter to the residents of an aged care home." 497 When I was a baby "Niland, Deborah" Penguin 2006 9781435017986 K-2 "All about being very, very young - and growing up, a bit." 9421 "When I was little, like you" "Malbunka, Mary" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2005 9781741142563 5-6 A precious recount of growing up in the early days of the Papunya settlement in central Australia. The author tells about going bush with her family and learning about her culture and way of life. 23806 When I'm older "Flory, Neil & Chaudhary, Somak (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760296322 K-2 "When I grow up I can be a goat, I can be a boat, I can be a penguin in a coat... A gloriously silly celebration of what it means to grow up, from the author of The Short Giraffe. " 17172 When it is time "McCleary, Stacey & Rippin, Sally (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734406538 K-2 "Beautiful, sensitive story extolling the virtue of patience at the time of birth. Sakura and the mother hen wait for an egg to hatch which it does, when it is time." 9257 When Jessie came across the sea "Hest, Amy" Walker Books 1998 9780744540871 7-9 Beautifully depicts the migration of Jewish people to the United States. 2897 When Lulu went to the zoo "Ellis, Andy" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842707531 K-2 When Lulu went to the zoo she was sad for the giraffes and the penguins. She decides to release all the animals from their cages and takes them back to her house to live. However that turns out to be not quite such a good plan after all. 2345 When Michael met Mina "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Pan MacMillan 2016 9781743534977 7-9 "When Michael meets Mina, they are at a rally for refugees, standing on opposite sides. Mina fled Afghanistan with her mother, via a refugee camp, a leaky boat and a detention centre. Michael's parents have founded a new political party called Aussie Values. They want to stop the boats. Mina wants to stop the hate. Michael and Mina will need to overcome their differences to find some common ground. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12206 When Poppy and Max grow up "Gardiner, Lindsey" Little Orchard 2001 9781841216997 K-2 "Poppy and her dog, Max, act out possible career and pastime choices in a way that inspires the imagination and choices of young students." 815 When spring comes "Henkes, Kevin & Dronzek, Laura (ill)" HarperCollins US 2016 9780062331397 K-2 "When it's cold and snowy and bleak and brown, Spring seems very far away. But, if you wait, soon you will see leaves and blossoms, smell flowers and mud. Soon, you will hear birds and buzzing bees." 10096 When the angels came "Millard, Glenda" ABC Books 2003 9780733310560 3-4 "When Will's grandpa has a stroke and can no longer live on his beloved farm, it seems as though nothing interests him except causing trouble or planning his escape from the nursing home. Will is desperate to cheer up his grandpa but doesn't know how." 4592 When the hipchicks went to war "Rushby, Pamela" Lothian Books 2009 9780734410917 7-9 "The sixties are in full swing and, for sixteen year old Kathy, it's all about miniskirts, the Beatles and her fab new boots. But, the world is rapidly changing, her brother is fighting in the Vietnam War and her best friend is protesting against it. When the chance comes to dance with an entertainment troop in Vietnam, Kathy slips on her boots and leaves her convent school. She soon finds the reality of war is no song and dance. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9158 When the lyrebird calls "Kane, Kim" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781741758528 7-9 "When Madeleine is shipped off to stay with her eccentric grandmother for the holidays, she expects the usual: politics, early-morning yoga, extreme healthy food, and lots of hard work. Instead, Madeleine tumbles back in time to 1900, where the wealthy Williamson family takes her into their home, Lyrebird Muse. At a time when young girls have no power and no voice, set against a backdrop of the struggles for emancipation, federation and Aboriginal rights, Madeleine must find a way to fit in with the Williamson family's four sisters - beautiful, cold Bea; clever, awkward Gert; adventurous, rebellious Charlie; and darling baby Imo - as she searches desperately for a way home. Meanwhile, the Williamson girls' enchanting German cousin, Elfriede, arrives on the scene on a heavenly wave of smoke and cinnamon, and threatens to shatter everything... Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 12251 When the snake bites the sun "Lofts, Pamela (comp) & Mowaljarlai, David (teller)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9781865046280 K-2 Based on a story told by David Mowaljarlai of the Ngarinyin tribe. One of a series of Aboriginal stories about animals and birds. 4786 When the wind blows "Briggs, Raymond" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1993 9780140094190 7-9 "Gentle cartoon pictures belie the hard hitting message as an elderly couple prepare for the nuclear holocaust with typically British, stiff upper lips." 9653 When the wind changed "Park, Ruth & Niland, Deborah (ill)" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780207167614 K-2 Josh always pulled the most awful faces. His mum always said he'd be sorry when the wind changed. One day the wind changes but Josh can't believe that it could really make something awful happen. He may be surprised. 2264 When we go walkabout "Lalara, Rhoda & Alfred" University of Queensland Press 2014 9781743314562 K-2 "When we go walkabout, what do we see. Yirruwa yirrilikenuma-langwa, amiyembena yirringka yirruwa." 20836 When we were two "Newton, Robert" Penguin 2011 9780143566830 7-9 "Dan and his brother, Eddie, take off for the coast, in search of their lost mother, in search of a better life. But, it's a long road they face and Dan must use all his wits to get them there in one piece. When they are taken under the wing of a group of would-be soldiers, marching over the mountains to join up for the Great War, Dan and Eddie's journey becomes something quite unexpected." 2230 When words take flight The Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer competition D Publishing 2012 9781743350492 7-9 A collection of short stories by the 2012 finalists of The Sydney Morning Herald Young Writer competition. 800 When you reach me "Stead, Rebecca" Text Publishing Co 2009 9781921656064 5-6 "Miranda and her best friend, Sal, know their New York City neighbourhood, where it's safe to go and who to avoid. But, things start to unravel when Sal gets punched and shuts Miranda out. The apartment key, hidden for emergencies, is stolen and mysterious notes start to arrive. Miranda realises that the note writer is aware of things that no-one should know and only she can prevent a tragic death." 12434 When's my turn "Smithers, Hayley & Yahyeh, John (ill)" Koala Books 2004 9780864615510 K-2 "Every day, after work, Dad and I go to the park to play cricket. Dad's really good at cricket and teaches me everything he knows, which should be great." 1861 "Where are you, Banana" "Laguna, Sofie & Smith, Craig (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743310533 K-2 "Roddy and his dog, Banana, are the best of friends, They play together, rest together and sleep together. What do Roddy and his parents do when they return home to find a hole under the back fence and no Banana." 12182 "Where are you, blue kangaroo" "Chichester Clark, Emma " Andersen Press Ltd 2000 9780862649234 K-2 Lily has a special relationship with Blue Kangaroo. He goes with her everywhere but she has a habit of losing him. A delightful picture book. 844 Where do baby animals come from "Milbourne, Anna & Riglietti, Serena (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2012 9781409532927 K-2 "Pipkin is a very small penguin who asks big questions. This time he wants to know where babies come from, but each animal keeps giving him different answers." 567889 Where does a giraffe go to bed? "Maclean, Craig" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2018 9781460752272 K-2 "When it needs to rest, a bird naps in a nest. But where does a giraffe go to bed?" 15330 Where does the poo go...when you flush "Trafford, Caren & Oakley, Jade (ill)" Etram Pty Ltd 2004 9780958187800 5-6 "With cartoon-style graphics, appealing illustrations and interesting facts, this book talks about effluent waste, the history of its disposal and how our views are changing about the treatment of sewerage." 4788 Where does Thursday go "Brian, Janeen & King, Stephen Michael (ill)" Margaret Hamilton 2001 9781876289515 K-2 "A wise, gentle picture book about the passage of time for those who wonder why special days can't last forever." 7121 Where in the world "French, Simon" Little Hare Books 2002 9781877003035 7-9 "Set in Sydney, this heart-warming, first person narrative of a boy's love for his family and his enjoyment of soccer and music is told by eleven year old, German born, Ari." 9445 Where is Galah "Morgan, Sally" Little Hare Books 2015 9781921894466 K-2 "Dingo is on the prowl. He can see Emu, Swan and Turtle. He can hear Crocodile, Frog and Kookaburra. But, he can't find Galah." 6139 Where is Rusty "Posthuma, Sieb & Nagelkerke, Bill (trans)" Gecko Press 2014 9781927271469 K-2 "Rusty, his mother and two friends, Henrietta and Toby, are going into town on the bus. In the department store, Rusty's mother gives clear instructions that they must all stay together. But, Rusty is a curious young dog whose nose repeatedly leads him astray. Soon, everyone is looking for him." 15163 Where is the green sheep "Fox, Mem & Horacek, Judy (ill)" Viking Children's 2004 9780670041497 K-2 "There are all sorts of sheep doing activities. There is the blue sheep, the red sheep, the bath sheep and the bed sheep, but, the green sheep is missing." 496 Where the fairies fly "Simmons, Jane" Orchard Books 2004 9781841211084 K-2 "When Jamie can't sleep, he and Lucy decide to look for the dream time fairies." 455 Where the forest meets the sea "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 1989 9780744513059 5-6 A book without words in which superb collages tell the story of a boy and his father visiting an endangered rainforest in Queensland. 3142 Where the streets had a name "Abdel-Fattah, Randa" Pan MacMillan 2008 9780330424202 7-9 "Thirteen year old Hayaat is on a mission. She believes that a handful of soil from her grandmother's ancestral home in Jerusalem will save her life. The problem is the impenetrable wall that divides the West Bank, as well as the checkpoints, the curfews, the permit system and Haany's best friend, Samy, who always manages to attract trouble. " 456 Where the whales sing "Kelleher, Victor" Penguin 1997 9780140344936 7-9 "Claire and her father encounter a storm in which a whale overturns their boat and Claire, with an injured knee, is left to fend for herself." 12030 Where the wild things are "Sendak, Maurice" Red Fox 2000 9780099408390 K-2 "Max, wearing his wolf suit, sails to where the wild things are. Over the years, many children have taken this voyage with Max." 571288 Where's bear "Elliott Smyth, Sarah & Johnston, Nicky (ill)" Empowering Resources 2017 9781925592023 K-2 "Go on an adventure with Sophie as she attempts to find her best friend, Bear. Sophie has to be brave, just like Bear, but the Shadow Monster is lurking in the dark. This gentle book encourages children to face their fears and to have courage, even if they are frightened or nervous. " 18347 Where's dummy "Simpson, Kate & Holfield, Greg (ill)" Jitterbug Books 2005 9780975679906 K-2 Little wombat can't find his dummy. 15164 Where's God "Kelleher, Victor & Hurst, Elise (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407481 3-4 Peter is searching for God and asks a lot of people to help him. 7613 Where's Jessie "Brian, Janeen & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" National Library of Australia 2015 9780642278753 K-2 "When Jessie and her family move to the Outback, there isn't room in their horse-drawn cart for her favourite toy, Bertie Bear. Poor Bertie is packed into a box to travel with the cameleers. But, when Bertie becomes dislodged, he doesn't understand where his family has gone. Bertie is about to begin some grand adventures." 10141 Where's Julius "Burningham, John" Random House Children's Books 2001 9780099414292 3-4 "Breakfast, lunch or dinner, young Julius is never around when it's time to eat. His parents fix trays of food to deliver to him while he's busy digging to the other side of the world or riding a camel. One night, they can't find Julius anywhere." 12208 Where's mum "Gleeson, Libby & Smith, Craig (ill)" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913523 K-2 Three children imagine that their working mother has brought home their favourite bedtime story characters and are astonished when she actually does. 12106 Where's Spot "Hill, Eric" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 1983 9780140504200 K-2 "Lift the flaps to find Spot as his mother searches for him behind doors, under beds, even inside the piano. Help hunt for this lovable puppy." 8636 Where's Stripey "Binks, Wendy" Stunned Emu Press 2007 9780646450018 3-4 "Father emu is in charge of thirty eggs. Once hatched, he finds it difficult to keep track of all the chicks and, inevitably, Stripey goes missing. Leaving the remaining chicks with his mates, dad sets off through the bush to find Stripey." 5067 Where's Sunday "Godwin, Jane & James, Ann (ill)" Puffin Australia 2010 9780143304715 3-4 "Sally's best friend is her puppy, Sunday. After a fun day at the beach, Sal discovers that Sunday is missing." 4089 Where's the elephant Barroux Egmont Childrens 2015 9781405276481 K-2 "What starts as a game of jungle hide-and-seek to find the elephant, the parrot and the snake quickly turns into something more significant. A near wordless picture book which powerfully demonstrates the devastating effects of deforestation in Brazil." 18527 Where's the gold "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 2005 9780670028443 K-2 "Three pirates hunt for gold, accompanied by a green parrot. Lots of rhyme and alliteration." 2898 "Where, oh where, is Rosie's chick" "Hutchins, Pat" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2015 9781444918281 K-2 "Rosie has lost her baby chick. She looks under the hen house. She looks behind the wheelbarrow. But, little baby chick isn't there. But, watch out Rosie, there's someone following you and it's not just your baby chick." 4793 Which witch "Ibbotson, Eva" Pan MacMillan 2001 9780330398008 5-6 "Arriman the Awful, evil Wizard of the North, devises a spell-casting competition so he can marry the winner and produce an heir. Belladonna longs to be a fiendish hag and win the competition, but doesn't know how." 46550 Whippersnapper "Arena, Felice" Puffin Australia 2011 9780143306092 5-6 "Fourteen year old Gus lives and breathes basketball. When he's is in a terrible accident, Gus can't believe he's survived. But, he's woken up in the body of an old man and his own body is unconscious in intensive care. Now, he has a seventy year old wife, really bad taste in clothes, his friends don't recognise him and his family thinks he's crazy. Gus just wants to be fourteen again and play basketball." 457 "Whipping boy, The" "Fleischman, Sid" Greenwillow 2003 9780060521226 5-6 "Jemmy must take the whippings for the royal heir, Prince Brat, but the Prince must rely on Jemmy when they both run away from the castle." 4840 "Whirlpool, The" "Larkin, Emily & Magisson, Helene (ill)" Wombat Books 2017 9781925563047 K-2 Life is full of brightness for one polar bear cub. But then the shadows fall...and his world changes. The little cub must learn to hope again. 9466 "Whisper wild, freedom child" "Flynn, Rachel & Vane, Mitch (ill)" Penguin 2000 9780670888580 3-4 "When Molly and Joseph have a baby, they call her Whisper. Whisper's mum and dad are quite different from other parents. Through two generations, Whisper learns how love and being accepted make a happy family life." 18341 "Whisperer, The" "Butterworth, Nick" HarperCollins Australia 2005 9780007120178 5-6 "An adorable version of a Romeo and Juliet tale, told from the rat's perspective." 44583 "Whisperer, The" "McIntosh, Fiona" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2009 9780732286675 5-6 "Griff works in a circus and has a unique ability to hear the thoughts of others, without their knowledge. When the greedy circus master discovers his talent, Griff escapes, taking Tess and her collection of magical creatures. On the run, Griff hears a cry for help from a mysterious source he calls the Whisperer." 4602 Whistling in the dark "Hughes, Shirley" Walker Books 2015 9781406360295 7-9 "Thirteen year old Joan's home in Liverpool is under threat from the Nazi's terrifying nightly air-raids. It is not an easy time to be a teenager, with sweet rationing, curfews and blackouts. When Joan encounters an army deserter lurking near their home, he seems to think she can help him. As the Blitz worsens, Joan and her friends make a discovery that will tear the whole community apart." 6624 "White book, The" "Borando, Silvia & Clerici, Lorenzo & Pica, Elisabetta " Walker Books 2015 9781406363173 K-2 "A little boy stands in front of a white wall. He readies his brush and begins to paint. First off, a coat of pink. But wait, the painted wall reveals six birdies, perched on a branch. Then, he tries the blue, yellow, grey, green and purple. There are lots of surprises in store for our little painter. A wordless picture book." 459 White fang "London, Jack" Pearson Education Australia 2000 9780582418158 5-6 "Born in the wilds of the freezing cold Yukon, White Fang who is half-dog, half-wolf, is the only animal in the litter to survive. He is fiercely independent and soon learns the harsh laws of nature, yet buried deep inside him are the distant memories of affection and love. This is a classic story of a wolf-dog who learns to survive in the bleak Alaskan wilderness." 460 "White guinea pig, The" "Dubosarsky, Ursula" Penguin 1993 9780140366327 7-9 "Geraldine has a guinea pig thrust upon her by a school acquaintance, to be minded during the holidays. The guinea pig disappears and and that's just the beginning of the problems." 6698 "White ship, The" "French, Jackie" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2002 9780207197987 7-9 "After the St Bartholomew Massacre in 16th-century France, a sea captain vows to sail until he finds a world without persecution. Centuries later, his ship is seen each sunset by a girl on an island, and is tugged off course by her cries of distress. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 20425 "Whiz Mob and the Grenade Kid, The" "Meloy, Colin & Ellis, Carson (ill)" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143787860 5-6 "It is an ordinary Tuesday morning in April when bored, lonely Charlie Fisher witnesses something incredible. Right before his eyes, in a busy square in Marseille, a group of pickpockets pulls off an amazing robbery. As the young bandits appear to melt into the crowd, Charlie realizes with a start that he himself was one of their marks. Yet Charlie is less alarmed than intrigued. This is the most thrilling thing that's happened to him since he came to France with his father, an American diplomat. So instead of reporting the thieves, Charlie defends one of their cannons, Amir, to the police, under one condition- he teach Charlie the tricks of the trade. " 12379 Who cares "Bell, Krista" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404664 7-9 "Toby and Rhys are forced to spend a week together in a holiday house by the sea. Surfing makes Rhys happy but Toby is not so keen. Both boys have a secret that they are unwilling to share.Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15044 Who did that? "Bruce, Jill B & Wade, Jan (ill)" Simon & Schuster 2004 9780864175755 5-6 Lots of useful information about identifying Australian native animals by their droppings and footprints. 9632 Who sank the boat "Allen, Pamela" Penguin 1988 9780140509403 K-2 "One warm, sunny morning, a donkey, a cow, a pig, a sheep and a tiny little mouse decide to go for a row in a boat." 5928 Who saw Turtle? "Moriarty, Ros, & Balarinji (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2018 9781760297800 K-2 "Who saw Turtle? Did the whale with the slapping, splashing tail? Or the octopus with the dangly, stretchy tentacles? Maybe the fish with the glittery, shimmering scales? A glorious exploration of the amazing migration of Turtle as she travels the world and then returns home to lay her eggs, illustrated by Balarinji, Australia's leading Indigenous design studio. Also contains text translation into the Aboriginal Yanyuwa language. " 18474 Who wants a dragon "Mayhew, James & Gardiner, Lindsay (ill)" Orchard Books 2005 9781843624943 K-2 A baby dragon is lonely and wants someone to love him. Zany art and lots of opportunities to respond to the little dragon's feelings. 94687 "Who wants to be a poodle, I don't" "Child, Lauren" Puffin UK 2011 9780141502465 3-4 "Trixie Twinkle Toes doesn't want a maid to plump her cushions. She doesn't want a butler to carry her over puddles. Trixie wants to roll in the mud and paddle in the puddles. Trixie may look like a prancing, poodley poodle but she just wants to be able to do the things that other dogs do." 3831 Who what when where why and how "Hope, Charles" Wild Dog Books 2016 9781742034263 5-6 "Have you ever wanted to know why does the wind blow or why do some people walk in their sleep, this is the book for you. Those tricky questions you have always wanted to be ask are answered here." 10394 Who will play with me "Coxon, Michele" Koala Books 2002 9781875846412 K-2 Two stories in one about a lonely boy and a kitten. 9519 "Who's afraid of the big, bad book" "Child, Lauren" Hodder & Stoughton 1990 9781840326680 3-4 Herb falls right into a storybook of wicked fairy tales while sleeping. Find out what happens to Herb next. 41046 Who's driving "Timmers, Leo" Gecko Press 2006 9780958272025 K-2 This is a picture book for drivers of all ages. A new play on the fable of the hare and the tortoise. 6375 Who's got a normal family "Nowell, Belinda & Alexander, Misa (ill)" Little Steps Publishing 2016 9781925117752 K-2 "Alex has a new foster sister, Emma, and excitedly tells his class. But, when Jimmy Martin tells Alex that Emma is not his real sister and his family is not normal, Alex isn't quite so excited anymore." 31956 Who's in my family? All about our families "Harris, Robie H. & Bernard Westcott, Nadine (ill)" Walker Books 2018 9781406345407 K-2 "Join Nellie and Gus and their parents for a day at the zoo, where they see all kinds of children and families - both animal and human! To top off their day, Nellie and Gus invite friends and relatives for a big dinner at home." 15383 Who's wheelie the fastest "Montano, Josie & Mackintosh, Michelle (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404923 3-4 "A group of kids who live in the same street decide to have a Wheel Race to find out whose wheels are the fastest - a scooter, a skateboard, a bike or rollerblades." 28203 "Whole caboodle, The" "Shanahan, Lisa & Rudge, Leila (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781743629321 K-2 "On a stroll to the park, a playful pup takes the lead to see how many new friends will be found." 4813 Whoppers "Simons, Moya" Penguin 1998 9780140387520 3-4 "The kids in Simon's class are told to use their imagination as they tell their life stories. While everyone else is telling whoppers, Mark is telling the truth. He really is a Martian." 47166 Whose dinner "Rowe, Jeannette" ABC Books 2009 9780733322570 K-2 Lift the flap and find out whose eating dinner and what it is. 15379 Whose tail is that "Nicholls, Christine & Snell, Danny (ill)" Working Title Press 2002 9781876288105 K-2 "When two little monkeys lose their mother, they have to check lots of tails to find her. But, there are lots and lots of dangerous tails." 69650 Why are they marching Daddy "Burke, Di (comp) & Alger, Elizabeth (ill)" ANZAC Day Commemoration Committee QLD Incorporated 2002 9780958162555 K-2 "A father answers his little daughter's curious questions about all the different people she sees passing by in an ANZAC Day march. Simple, clear explanations of the concept of honouring those who fought presented in a way that may inspire discussion amongst those who share this book." 43459 Why can't I be a dinosaur? "Westaway, Kylie & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2017 9781760294724 K-2 "Today is Aunt Daisy's wedding but Nellie can't wear her flower girl dress. Today, she's a dinosaur. Luckily, Nellie might just have a roaring-ly good idea..." 18706 Why do I have to eat off the floor "Hornsey, Chris & Perkins, Gwyn (ill)" Little Hare Books 2005 9781921049026 K-2 "Whimsical situations around the owning of pets. Against the backdrop of an owner's seemingly carefree life, Murphy the dog questions the rules under which he must live." 41517 Why do we need bees? "Daynes, Katie & Pym, Christine (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2017 9781474917933 3-4 Why do we need bees? Where do they live? Who's who in a beehive? Find out in this lift-the-flap book! 23061 Why elephant has a trunk Tinga Tinga Tales Puffin UK 2010 9780141327815 K-2 "There was a time when Elephant had no nose at all. You see, he was big, he was clumsy and he was very, very smelly. But, his friends didn't tell him because they didn't want to upset him." 7670 Why giraffe has a long neck Tinga Tinga Tales Puffin UK 2011 9780141335056 K-2 "You see, there was a time when Giraffe didn't have a long neck. She had short legs, short horns and a very short, stumpy neck. She was also a very fussy eater. When Giraffe tried to get some honey from deep inside a tree, everything changed." 46942 Why I love Australia "Bancroft, Bronwyn" Little Hare Books 2010 9781921541780 5-6 In a similar vein to Dorothea Mackellar's My Country. Stunning images and words showcase the awe-inspiring beauty of the Australian continent. 26203 Why I love footy "Wagner, Michael & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2015 9780670077878 3-4 "A young boy, who just loves Aussie Rules football, gets ready to go with his family to watch his favourite team play live. He wears all his footy gear and travels on the train with a bunch of other fans. It's nerve-wracking, waiting to see who will win a close game. At the end, they enjoy singing the club song and having a kick around themselves." 16825 Why lion roarrrs Tinga Tinga Tales Puffin UK 2011 9780141335216 K-2 "There was a time when Lion wasn't like a King. You could even say that Lion had no roar. But, something happened when the animals asked Lion to make snappy Crocodile share the waterhole." 35336 Why monkey swings in trees Tinga Tinga Tales Puffin UK 2010 9780141327839 K-2 "There was a time when Monkeys didn't swing in the trees. They used to stay on the ground and play. And, they loved to wind Crocodile up. One day, Crocodile got cross and went snap." 2991 Why should I bother about the planet "Meredith, Susan & Rojo, Sara (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409599630 5-6 "Find out what has gone wrong with the planet, what needs to be done, and how every little bit helps to solve the problem of climate change and pollution. Discover how you can save energy, what a carbon footprint is and lots more about the human impact on our planet." 8494 Why should I bother to keep fit "Meredith, Susan & Larkum, Adam (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409599623 5-6 "An informative guide to the hows and whys of keeping fit, and having fun on the way. Find out why keeping fit is good for you, how to choose the appropriate exercise regime and how to stay healthy in day-to-day life." 6696 Why shouldn't I eat junk food "Knighton, Kate & Larkum, Adam (ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2015 9781409599616 5-6 "A fun, informative guide about food that's good and not so good for you, and how to exercise. Find out why junk food tastes so good, what food additives and processed food are, and what's in a burger. Includes simple recipes for healthy snacks and burgers, ideas for exercise, information on food labels and advertising, and how food is grown." 73240 Why the animals came to town "Foreman, Michael" Walker Books 2011 9781406329957 K-2 "Anteaters, apes and antelopes, baboons and bison, beavers, bats. Animals from all over the world have come to our street. A boy's nocturnal visit from a parade of dancing animals warns us all that the world we share is in danger." 5895 Wibbly Pig has 10 balloons "Inkpen, Mick" Hachette Children's Books 2011 9781444902662 K-2 "Wibbly Pig has ten balloons but not for very long. As he gives them away, he holds on tightly to his favourite teddy bear balloon. But, then, Big Pig's shouting sister comes along." 36709 Wibbly Wobbly Street "Trewin, Trudie & Orsini, Cheryl" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741695618 K-2 "The city of Squareton had streets that were all smooth and wide and very, very straight except for Wibbly Wobbly Street. The mayor and his council try to straighten Wibbly Wobbly Street, but they should think again." 5363 Wicked warriors and evil emperors "Lloyd, Alison & Denton, Terry (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2010 9780143304340 7-9 "Imagine that you're made a king at twelve. You have tons of gold, a network of spies and a million soldiers. You also have plenty of enemies. This is the incredible story of Zheng Ying, who in 221BC conquered all the states, unified them under one banner and declared himself the first Emperor. He was brilliant and brutal, and his legend has lived on for thousands of years. Includes cartoon style illustrations." 1820 Wicked's way "Fienberg, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781743319901 5-6 "From an early age, Will could walk a tightrope and juggle bananas. His mother told him that, one day, he would be the star of a circus. But, until then, Will must be kept a secret because, each year, pirates come to the islands to steal young boys for their crew. But, when his mother disappears and pirates arrive at his door, Will takes courage from a crazy, truth-telling parrot and his mother's advice. But, this may not be enough to survive the perils at sea. And, Will will have to do something about that infuriatingly polite boy, Horrendo." 18701 "Widow's broom, The" "Van Allsburg, Chris" Houghton Mifflin 1992 9780395640517 5-6 "A witch's broom is left at a widow's house and it gradually takes over all the tasks. The people in the local village decide the broom is evil and needs to be destroyed. In response, the widow and the broom fight back." 462 Wiggy & Boa "Fienberg, Anna & James, Ann" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1994 9781863736145 7-9 "Boa is really Boadicea and her grandfather is a retired admiral, who has a chequered past involving pirates." 32268 "Wilbur, Grace and Joe" "Cummings, Phil & Graham, Amanda (Iill)" Little Book Press 2017 9780648086826 K-2 "Join Wilbur, a fun loving family pet as he shares the joy of Grace and Joe's first years. He worries when they fall, he rejoices with their first steps, and faithfully joins in all their adventures." 130956 Wild about books "Sierra, Judy & Brown, Marc (ill)" Frances Lincoln 2007 9781845076122 3-4 "The animals at the zoo select their books and they all treat them in different ways. Comic, rhyming poetry tells about llamas reading while eating their llunches and unruly bears licking illustrations right off the page." 15380 Wild animals ABC "Fleming, Garry" Hinkler Books 2010 9781741853537 K-2 "An enjoyable introduction to alphabet books that provides poetic text and rich, full page, close-up Illustrations with a photographic quality." 34892 Wild boars' cook "Rosoff, Meg & Blackall, Sophie (ill)" Puffin UK 2010 9780141329338 K-2 "Four wild boars, Boris, Morris, Horace and Doris, are bad tempered, smelly, rude and always hungry. They turn their talents to cooking a cake and, of course, they can't wait to devour it. " 18439 "Wild girl, The" "Wormell, Chris" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2005 9780224070263 K-2 A girl lives in the world with only a small dog for company. A sensitive story with original artwork. 9208 "Wild girl, wild boy: a play" "Almond, David" Hodder & Stoughton 2002 9780340854310 7-9 "Following the death of her father, a young girl attempts to regain her grip on life." 7689 "Wild one, The" "Hartnett, Sonya" Penguin 2014 9780670076970 5-6 "Charlie met the wild one when he was young. They caught tadpoles and watched spiders. As Charlie grows up, he forgets the wild one, until he grows much older." 4232 Wild stories "Thompson, Colin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2010 9781864718263 3-4 "Meet the inhabitants of the house called fourteen and its overgrown garden. To name just a few, there's Sid the mosquito exploring the delights of the house, and Derek the rat who is sniffing out old socks for supper. Ethel the chicken is trying to persuade the world she's not an orange, while Arnold the mouse spends more time in the trap than out of it." 9587 "Wild washerwomen, The" "Yeoman, John & Blake, Quentin (ill)" Andersen Press Ltd 2009 9781842709146 3-4 "Seven washerwomen, who work from dawn till dusk scrubbing messy handkerchiefs, horrid socks and grimy night-shirts, are fed up and decide to rebel. They go on a mad spree through town, enjoying their newfound freedom. It seems that no one can control them. Seven woodcutters are eager to try." 18702 Wild wind "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 2005 9780143300717 5-6 "When a cyclone strikes the vineyard, the four cousins are in the homestead alone. They are without power and the phone line is down when they see a large dog-like creature attacking the chickens." 18485 "Wild, The" "Whyman, Matt" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2005 9780340884539 7-9 "A poignant, sad story of the bond between two brothers, Alexi and Misha, who salvage and sell Soviet space junk. When Misha suffers seizures, Alexi takes his young brother to Moscow for proper treatment, leaving behind their family and livelihood." 9253 Wildheart "Carmody, Isobelle" Scholastic Australia 2002 9781862914056 7-9 "A young boy, who can communicate with animals, has a strong link to a wild falcon." 1295 "Wildkin's curse, The" "Forsyth, Kate" Pan MacMillan 2010 9780330426053 7-9 "Merry, Zed and Liliana are on a perilous quest to the Palace of Zarissa. Amid the splendour and treachery of court, they watch and wait, planning the rescue of Princess Rosalina, held captive in the dazzling Tower of Stars. The excesses of the banquet table platters are described in sickening and disturbing detail." 947 Wildlife "Wood, Fiona" Pan MacMillan 2013 9781742612317 7-9 "Boarding in the wilderness, sixteen year old Sibylla expects the gruesome outdoor program but not friendship and love complications. New girl, Lou, who is grieving and fragile, must consider her self-imposed detachment as she becomes intrigued by an unfolding drama involving Sibylla. As Sibylla confronts a tangle of betrayal, she needs to renegotiate everything. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 114052 Wildlife of the world "Packham, Chris (forward) & Dorling Kindersley" Dorling Kindersley 2015 9780241186008 7-9 "Spectacular photographs and interesting facts bring you face to face with some of the most fascinating animals on Earth. Journey through scenic and rich animal habitats, from the Amazon rainforest to the Himalayas, the Sahara to the South Pole. Discover how these diverse and fascinating creatures feed, interact, mate, play and survive, and why it is important for them to survive." Wildwood trilogy series "Meloy, Colin & Ellis, Carson (ill)" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15832 Wilf the mighty worrier battles a pirate "Pritchett, Georgia" Quercus Children's Books 2015 9781848669079 3-4 "Wilf is a worrier. He worries about gnomes, nutcrackers, bears, rats, scorpions, snakes, fish sucking his toes, snowmen eating him and lots of other things. Wilf is also worried about his next door neighbour, Alan. Alan is evil and he has plans to become a pirate and destroy the world. Wilf just happens to be the only one who can stop him." 3273 Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge "Fox, Mem & Vivas, Julie (ill)" Omnibus Books 1997 9781862913479 K-2 "Wilfrid, who has four names, spends much of his time in the retirement home next door. His special friend, Miss Nancy, who also has four names, has lost her memory. Wilfred tries to help her by finding Miss Nancy's memories for her." 6612 "Will Grayson, Will Grayson" "Green, John & Levithan, David" Text Publishing Co 2010 9781921656231 7-9 "Will Grayson meets Will Grayson. One cold night, in a most unlikely corner of Chicago, two strangers are about to cross paths. From that moment on, their world will collide and lives intertwine. It's not that far from Evanston to Naperville, but Chicago suburbanites Will Grayson and Will Grayson might as well live on different planets. When fate delivers them both to the same surprising crossroads, the Will Graysons find their lives overlapping and hurtling in new and unexpected directions. With a push from friends new and old - including the massive, and massively fabulous, Tiny Cooper, offensive lineman and musical theatre auteur extraordinaire - Will and Will begin building toward respective romantic turns-of-heart and the epic production of history's most awesome high school musical. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 19990 William Bligh: A stormy story of tempestuous times "Sedunary, Michael & Emmerichs, Bern (ill)" Berbay Publishing 2016 9780994289568 5-6 "You may have heard of the famous mutiny on the ship, the Bounty, or the Rum Rebellion coup. They are two extraordinary events in Australia's history, yet the details in and around these events are largely unknown. Peel back the layers of this incredible and controversial period in Australia's early development." 463 William Shakespeare & the globe Aliki "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2000 9780064437226 7-9 "This is an introduction to Shakespeare's life and work, and his theatre, The Globe, which was reconstructed in London." 15381 William Shakespeare: poet and playwright "Ross, Stewart" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2004 9780750244930 7-9 An overview of the life and plays of this famous poet and playwright. 120053 William the conqueror "Drummond, Allan & Nguyen, Du-Tran (ill)" Green Barrow Publishing 2008 9781876460044 5-6 Details the life of William the Conqueror from birth to death. Lots of good battles and interesting characters. 9676 Willow and the treasure hunt "Parker, Natalie Jane" Brolly Books 2008 9781921346958 K-2 Willow the wombat and Marshall the hopping mouse set out on a treasure hunt. They eventually find the real treasure which is worth more than all the gold in the world. 464 "Willow tree's daughter, The" "Freeman, Pamela" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1998 9781864488562 5-6 "Max escapes being made a king and marries Salizia, a tree dryad. Their daughter, Betony, has magic powers." 12023 Willy and Hugh "Browne, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780099266150 K-2 "Willy and Hugh meet in the park and, after a tricky start, they become firm friends. When threatened by bullies or monsters, Willy and Hugh look after each other." 4588 Willy and the cloud "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2016 9781406366969 K-2 There is a cloud following Willy wherever he goes. He can't hide and he can't escape. There is only one thing he can do. Willy will have to stand up to it. 4866 Willy the champ "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1996 9780744543568 K-2 "Willy, the chimpanzee, isn't good at sports and prefers books and music. When he is threatened by a bully, he triumphs." 4867 Willy the dreamer "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2000 9780744569643 K-2 "Willy, the modest chimpanzee, becomes the various characters of his dreams. He is a rock singer, superhero, beggar and king." 4868 Willy the wimp "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 1998 9780744567014 K-2 "When he is bullied by a gorilla gang, Willy, the chimpanzee, answers a bodybuilding advertisement to grow big and strong." 4864 Willy the wizard "Browne, Anthony" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780552549356 K-2 "Willy the chimp loves football. But, he doesn't have any boots, so he's never picked for the team. Then, one evening, Willy is given a strange pair of old-looking football boots and his luck is about to change." 4870 Willy's pictures "Browne, Anthony" Walker Books 2000 9780744561654 K-2 "Inspired by well-known artists whose works appear in a fold-out, double-page spread at the back of the book, Willy, the chimpanzee, has created his own masterpieces." 3454 "Wim Wom from the mustard mill, The" "Peters, Polly & Angeletti, Roberta (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2008 9781846431180 K-2 "The mischievous Wim Wom will cause trouble if the children don't do as they are told. The children draw, make and model him and events take a surprising turn when the Wim Wom from the Mustard Mill makes his appearance." 465 "Wind in the willows, The" "Grahame, Kenneth & Ward, Helen (ill)" Gary Allen Pty Ltd 2003 9781877082160 7-9 "In this timeless classic, Rat, Mole, Badger and Mr Toad of Toad Hall have rollicking adventures along the riverbank and in the Wild Wood." Wind on fire trilogy series "Nicholson, William" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 4871 Windbag "Harris, Christine & Jellett, Tom (ill)" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733612749 3-4 Zeb's friends and family try to help him get rid of the hiccups but nothing seems to make them disappear. Zeb's worried he's going to fill up with air and fly away like a balloon. What if he's stuck like this forever. 466 Window "Baker, Jeannie" Walker Books 2002 9780744594867 5-6 A book without words showing the growth and development of a child and his environment. Superb collages tell the story. 46407 Windy farm "MacLeod, Doug & Smith, Craig (ill)" Working Title Press 2013 9781921504419 K-2 There is a farm so windy that the family who live there need to wear heavy shoes so they don't blow away. Can they make the most of the wind. 15331 Wings "Chataway, Carol & Lee, Declan (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2004 9780734405081 5-6 "When her parents go away, Saffy is not at all happy about staying with her boring Aunt Joesa. Things soon become far from boring when Saffy's aunt begins to undergo a bizarre and life-altering change." 17434 Wings "Huber, Raymond" Walker Books 2011 9781921720208 5-6 "Ziggy has a new mission. He travels to Japan to find out what is causing the bees of Tokyo to disappear. But, the big city is not a friendly place for a honey bee. While investigating, Ziggy comes across a colony of honey bees with a very different way of protecting their hive, and a new, terrifying enemy, the huge hornet, Torgo, and his gang." 38191 Wings "Pike, Aprilynne " HarperCollins US 2009 9780007319732 7-9 "In a new city and new school, Laurel is apprehensive about how she will fit in. When something blooms in the middle of her back, Laurel discovers that she is a faerie and was placed with human parents as a child. As Laurel learns about her true background and the dangers that face the faerie realm, she struggles to find her place in both worlds." 18651 "Wings of Kitty St Clair, The" "Aldridge, James" Penguin 2006 9780143004929 7-9 "The St Clairs are an adventurous flying family in Victoria post First World War and Kitty is inspired to fly just like her mother. After the tragic death of Kitty's mother, everyone rallies to help with her pain. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 4877 Winnie the Pooh "Milne, A A" Egmont Childrens 1998 9780749702106 5-6 "The classic tales of Christopher Robin's beloved bear and his pals, Tigger and Eeyore." Winnie the witch series "Thomas, Valerie & Korky, Paul (ill)" 3-4 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 4879 Winning "Forrestal, Elaine" Penguin 2002 9780141313788 7-9 "The most important thing in the boys' lives was running. Every day they raced each other. But when Yosef, the quiet Egyptian boy, starts to beat the champion, their lives begin to change and besides, the school gardener is acting very suspiciously." 467 Winning back dad "Bone, Ian" Walker Books 2000 9780744572919 5-6 A boy takes on a challenge to stop his father from being depressed after he has to sell his truck. 46866 Winning the World Cup "Metzenthen, David & Axelsen, Stephen (ill)" Puffin Australia 2007 9780143302780 3-4 "After school, Marco and his neighbourhood friends, who have all come to Australia from different countries, play the World Cup in the local paddock. Henry, the new boy from Kenya, is too sad to play while his sister is in hospital, but he amazes the children with his knowledge of cows and, when his sister is better, with his ball skills." 108285 Wipe out "Thebo, Mimi" HarperCollins Australia 2003 9780007142767 7-9 "Billy's mother, champion surfer, Kitten Brown, has died and he has to spend time with his Aunty Mary who he barely knows. He is very surprised to find he can make a difference to Mary's life." 3503 "Wish kin, The" "Hedley, Joss" Pan MacMillan 2009 9780330423724 7-9 "Fourteen year old, Colm Bell, and his younger sister, Lydia, wake to the smell of smoke and the sound of gunfire as raiders attack their home and their father. They flee to the hills, alone in a hostile landscape, a land without rain and empty cities, where small groups of people live in suspicion. They hear of the Wish Kin, people who may have the power to heal the earth. But, the sinister Clan are tracking the children." 10467 "Wish list, The" "Colfer, Eoin" Viking Children's 2003 9780670040582 7-9 "Meg Finn is in a tough spot. In her last act on Earth, she committed a crime and died. With an even tally of good and evil deeds, Meg's spirit is stuck in limbo. For salvation, she must return to Earth and do more good deeds. Satan has other plans. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6363 "Wish pony, The" "Bateson, Catherine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741663242 5-6 "Ruby has had her mum and dad and best friend, Sarah, to herself for as long as she can remember. Now everything is changing because her mum is having a baby and her best friend has found a better friend. She wishes things could be back to how they were. Ruby learns that we must be careful what we wish for." 1776 "Wishbird, The" "Wang, Gabrielle" Penguin 2013 9780143307525 5-6 "Oriole's beloved Wishbird is dying and she must leave the forest to save him. But in the City of Soulless there is danger everywhere. Can Oriole and Boy save Soulless and the Wishbird, or will the city's darkness prove too great even for magic." 12008 Wishbone "Brian, Janeen & Niland, Kilmeny (ill)" ABC Books 2002 9780733309748 K-2 A wistful picture book about a boy's quest for a little rough-and-tumble dog of his own. A story about the need to love and be loved. 10758 Wishes for one more day "Pastor, Melanie Joy & Grantford, Jacqui (ill)" Flashlight Press 2006 9780972922579 3-4 Two Jewish children start to come to terms with the death of their grandfather. Their mother is also grieving but lends strong support and suggests that the children draw and write about how they would spend one more day with him if they could. 9552 "Wishing cupboard, The" "Hathorn, Libby & Stanley, Elizabeth (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2002 9780734403582 3-4 "When his mother goes away Tran's grandmother shows him a wishing cupboard. They find it full of things, places and special memories." 571657 Wisp "Fraillon, Zana & Baker Smith, Grahame" Hachette Children's Books 2018 9780734418043 5-6 "Idris is a child refugee, born into a world of tents and fences. He has known no other life than this. He has no memories of the world outside. Then the Wisp arrives, floating in on the evening breeze. Everyone who holds it finds their memories reawakened, their hopes of freedom reborn. But what about Idris, who has no memories? What will happen when he holds the magical Wisp?" 12453 "Wisp of smoke, A" "Wrightson, Patricia" Puffin Australia 2004 9780143301011 3-4 "Mrs Piggott is a dignified old lady. When she notices a frail plume of smoke that comes twisting up from the edge of the hearth, or else from the floor, she suspects rats. Some good-natured firemen come to her rescue." 7720 Witch baby and me at school "Gliori, Debi" Corgi Books 2009 9780552556774 5-6 "Lily's sister, Daisy, is one year old and she's no ordinary baby. When she was born, something went wrong and Daisy is a Witch Baby. Nobody knows this but Lily. She's the only one who can see Daisy make the fridge float in the air or turn people into slugs. It's time for Lily to start at her new school. It will be hard enough being the new girl and, then, there's Daisy." 7598 "Witch of Blackberry Bottom, The" "King-Smith, Dick" Penguin 2000 9780141302850 3-4 "Miss Slade is a recluse who lives in an old caravan in Blackberry Bottom. When new neighbours move in, she gradually starts to rejoin the village community. But no one knows that Miss Slade keeps all her money buried in a milk churn." 47262 Witch snitch "Pounder, Sibeal & Anderson, Lauren Ellen (ill)" Bloomsbury 2017 9781408892046 3-4 "It is Tiga's first Witchoween when everyone celebrates how brilliant witches are. Tiga and Fran the fairy, have been asked to make a documentary about Sinkville's most famous witches. There are five very interesting witches but there is something mysterious as well." 3147 "Witch's boy, The" "Barnhill, Kelly" Algonquin young readers 2015 9781616205485 7-9 "When Ned and his identical twin tumble from their raft into a raging river, only Ned survives. Villagers are convinced the wrong boy lived. Across the forest that borders Ned's village, Aine, the daughter of the Bandit King, is haunted by her mother's last words: ""The wrong boy will save your life and you will save his."" When the Bandit King comes to steal the magic Ned's mother, a witch, is meant to protect, Aine and Ned meet. Can they trust each other long enough to cross a dangerous enchanted forest and stop the war about to boil over between their two kingdoms?" Witch-in-training series "Friel, Maeve & Reid, Nathan (ill)" 3-4 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 4905 "Witches, The" "Dahl, Roald" Puffin UK 2004 9780141311395 5-6 "The scary, funny and imaginative tale of a seven year old boy who has a run-in with some real-life witches." 9402 "Witches: plays for children, The" "Wood, David" Puffin Australia 2001 9780141310848 7-9 "Seven short plays explore interesting ways of portraying characters to excite and shock audiences, with lots of guidance on delivery and stage directions." 50793 With a sword in my hand "van Rijckeghem, Jean-Claude & van Beirs, Pat" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2010 9781741758658 7-9 "Marguerite's father is desperate for a son. Instead, he's stuck with a feisty, stubborn daughter who refuses to behave like a lady. Shaking off the strict expectations of court life, Marguerite roams free, learning to ride, to fence and to outwit the boys. But, the count of Flanders has plans for his wayward daughter. Some violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 and above." 593 With love from head to toe "Kuchling, Guundie & Tambour, Evelyn (photo)" Windy Hollow Books 2009 9781921136337 K-2 "How good it is to have toes and ears and tongues and other parts of our body, to enjoy paddling, listening and tasting, and all the other senses that we have." 68261 With Nan "Cox, Tania & Blair, Karen (ill)" Windy Hollow Books 2013 9781921136122 K-2 A leaf that flies. A rock that hops. These are some of the wonderful things that Simon sees on his walk with Nan. Simon takes a walk through the bush with his Nan and along the way finds out that things are not always what they seem. 6340 Withering-by-sea "Rossell, Judith" ABC Books 2014 9781460701904 5-6 "High on a cliff above the gloomy coastal town of Withering-by-Sea stands the Hotel Majestic. Inside the walls of this damp, dull hotel, eleven year old orphan, Stella Montgomery, leads a miserable life with her three dreadful Aunts. But, one night, Stella sees something she shouldn't have. Something that will set in motion an adventure more terrifying and more wonderful than she could ever have hoped for." 3866 Within these walls "Bavati, Robyn" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781760152857 7-9 "For Miri and her family, life in Warsaw is full of simple joys. The smell of freshly baked challah, the pink flowers that bloom in their courtyard and Fridays, when everyone comes together to celebrate Shabbat. But, the Nazis have a hold on Europe and have stepped up their discrimination and attacks on Jews. Miri's world closes in on her as she and her family are forced into the ghetto, where they must try to survive, against impossible odds. Based on true events." 10917 Without looking back "Suzuma, Tabitha" Corgi Books 2009 9780552560009 7-9 "Louis and his siblings are abducted from Paris by their father and taken to England. They have to change their names and their looks. Louis and his siblings face a choice, either to stay with their Dad and take on new identities or return to Paris. " 47372 Witness "Cassidy, Anne" Evans Bros 2005 9780237529246 7-9 "Todd is running late for school when he witnesses a ruthless attack and robbery on Mr Wilson, a local shopkeeper. Something is vaguely familiar about the attacker and, when Todd finally recognises him, Todd's life and that of his friends are in danger." Witness to disaster series "Fradin, Judy & Dennis" 5-6 A factual series about the world's natural disasters. Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books; up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the Series lists for individual book titles. 4910 "Wizard of Oz, The" "Baum, Frank L" Wordsworth Editions Ltd 2002 9781853261121 5-6 "Dorothy thinks she is lost forever when a terrifying tornado crashes through Kansas and whisks her and her dog, Toto, far away to the magical land of Oz. To get home, Dorothy must follow the yellow brick road to Emerald City and find the wonderfully mysterious Wizard of Oz. With her companions, the Tin Woodman, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy embarks on a strange and enchanting adventure." 43477 "Wizards of once, The" "Cowell, Cressida" Hachette Children's Books 2017 9781444939576 7-9 "Once there was Magic, and the Magic lived in the dark forests. Until the Warriors came. Xar is a Wizard boy who has no Magic, and will do anything to get it. Wish is a Warrior girl, but she owns a banned Magical Object, and she will do anything to conceal it. In this whirlwind adventure, Xar and Wish must forget their differences if they're going to make it to the dungeons at Warrior Fort. Where something that has been sleeping for hundreds of years is stirring..." 108788 "Wobbly wand, The" "Bevan, Clare" QED Publishing 2005 9781741261929 K-2 "On this night, the toys are playing noisily in the toy room. Fairy Doll waves her wobbly wand with rather dire consequences." 23613 Wolf and dog "Heede, Sylvia Vanden & Tolman, Marije (ill)" Gecko Press 2013 9781877579387 3-4 "Dog and wolf are cousins, one tame, one wild, one literate, one not. Their numerous differences lead them to argue, which for Wolf, who is unable to read, is delighted when a good rhyme has been made. Wolf plays upon Dog's fear and responsibility as Boss' protector and Dog playing upon Wolf's inability to read. Neither comes to harm and both remain friends." 14731 Wolf by wolf "Graudin, Ryan " Hachette Children's Books 2016 9781780622026 7-9 "Experimented on during her time in a concentration camp, Yael has the unique ability to skin shift, to change her appearance at will. Now, ten years on since the Nazis won the war, Yael has just one mission, to kill Hitler. To get close to him, Yael must transform into Adele Wolfe, Germany's most famous female rider, and win the legendary Axis Tour, an epic, long distance motorcycle race from Berlin to Tokyo. Only the strongest and wiliest riders survive. Includes violence. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 2850 Wolf Hollow "Wolk, Lauren" Corgi Books 2016 9780552574297 7-9 "All her life, twelve year old Annabelle has lived in Wolf Hollow, a quiet, small Pennsylvania town, still scarred by two world wars. But, when cruel and manipulative Betty Glengarry arrives in class, Annabelle's calm world is shattered, along with everything she's ever known about right and wrong. When Betty disappears, suspicion falls on strange, gentle loner, Toby. As the community turns against him, Annabelle must do everything in her power to protect Toby and find Betty, before it's too late." Wolf kingdom series "Harland, Richard & Peterson, Laura (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 6307 "Wolf wilder, The" "Rundell, Katherine & Ongbico, Gelrev (ill)" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408872352 5-6 "In Russia, Feodora and her mother are wolf wilders. A wolf wilder trains domesticated wolves to fend for themselves in the wild. When her mother is taken captive and her own life is threatened, Feo flees to the woods, with her three precious wolves and a young trainee soldier, on a journey to save her mother. As a furious General Rakov pursues them across the snow, Feo must learn from her wolves how to survive." 9371 Wolf won't bite "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2011 9780230704251 K-2 "Watch in wonder as three cheeky little circus pigs make a wild wolf jump through hoops, endure feats of astounding derring-do and even withstand perilous games of dress-up. Safe in the thought that the wolf won't bite, they even put their heads between his jaws. But, maybe they are pushing the wolf just too far." 18683 "Wolf's story: what really happened to Little Red Riding Hood, The" "Forward, Toby & Cohen, Izar (ill)" Walker Books 2005 9781844280162 3-4 "As everyone knows, there are usually two sides to every story and if you believe the sharp-toothed villain of Little Red Riding Hood, there is a logical explanation for everything." 12298 Wolf's Sunday dinner "Cox, Tania" Working Title Press 2003 9781876288396 K-2 "Wolf can smell goose. A nice, fat, juicy goose to have for his dinner, or so he thinks." 5093 "Wolf, the duck & the mouse, The" "Barnett, Mac & Klassen, Jon (ill)" Walker Books 2017 9781406377798 3-4 "Early one morning a mouse met a wolf and was quickly gobbled up... When a woeful mouse is swallowed up by a wolf, he quickly learns he is not alone: a duck has already set up digs and, boy, has that duck got it figured out! Turns out it's pretty nice inside the belly of the beast, there's delicious food, elegant table settings and, best of all, dancing. And there's something more: no more fear of being eaten by a wolf! Life's not so bad, considering the alternatives. That is, until a hunter shows up..." 12420 Wolfchild "Hawke, Rosanne" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2003 9780734404824 5-6 "In the lost land of Lyonnesse in 1099, Raw struggles to learn how to trust while Morwenna has to choose between friendship and rules." 12933 Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: musical genius "Ross, Stewart" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780750243216 5-6 "Mozart, a child prodigy who was composing music at five years of age, is recognised as one of the greatest composers of all time. Photographs, quotations and a glossary of terms provide an insight into Mozart's life." 4278 Wolfie: An unlikely hero "Abela, Deborah & Brecon, Connah (ill)" Penguin Random House Australia 2017 9780143781509 K-2 "Dear Readers, fairy tales are nonsense. They're full of wolves pestering pigs and picking on sweet little girls in red hoods. But I would never do those things. I knit! I bake blueberry pie! You want to know what I really want to do? I want to rescue a princess! And if I can't? I quit! Yours sincerely, Wolfie." 12330 Wolfspell "Ciddor, Anna" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2003 9781741140132 5-6 "The second book in the 'Viking Magic' series combining adventure, magic, fantasy and historical detail. Young heroes, Oddo and Thora, join together on a dangerous journey to foil a greedy neighbour and save their families from eviction." 18526 Wolves "Gravett, Emily" MacMillan 2005 9781405050821 3-4 "Rabbit visits a library to read important facts about wolves, such as where wolves live, how many teeth they have and what they like to eat. No rabbits were eaten during the making of this book." 2585 Wolves "Wallace, Karen & Pointer, Jonathon (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780199119356 3-4 "Explore the world of the wolf pack and their leader, the grey wolf. Learn about the amazing skills that the grey wolf has to survive, from its sharp senses and amazing memory, to its ferocious ability to hunt and kill. Discover how wolves communicate with one another and look after their pups." 12747 "Wolves in the walls, The" "Gaiman, Neil & McKean, Dave (ill)" Bloomsbury 2004 9780747574729 5-6 "Lucy hears wolves hustling, bustling, crinkling and crackling in the walls of the old house where her family lives. Her mother says they are mice, her brother says bats. Lucy is convinced they are wolves and her worst fears are confirmed." 469 "Wolves of Willoughby Chase, The" "Aiken, Joan" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2001 9780099411864 7-9 Two cousins who live in Willoughby Chase are left in the care of a cruel governess. 4922 "Wombat chronicles, The" "Syme, Marguerite Hann" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781862914537 3-4 "The wombats of the We Work Wonders Earthmoving Company have, amongst their employees, emus who try very hard to please and frogs who take industrial action." 11841 Wombat divine "Fox, Mem & Argent, Kerry (ill)" Omnibus Books 2009 9781862918412 K-2 "All the animals are excitedly preparing for a Christmas nativity performance. Wombat is desperate to have a part in the play but is unsuitable for every role he tries, except one." 22629 Wombat goes to school "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2014 9780732295493 3-4 "She eats, she sleeps, she scratches. When a wombat goes to school, anything is possible." 4925 Wombat stew "Vaughan, Marcia & Lofts, Pamela (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2001 9781865044484 K-2 "A gooey, brewy, yummy, chewy, wombat stew. At least, that's what Dingo is planning but he doesn't reckon on the help of Wombat's friends." 4006 Wombat warriors "Wheeler, Samantha" University of Queensland Press 2017 9780702259586 5-6 "When Mouse's parents head away to Ireland she is packed off to spend the winter in South Australia with her Aunt Evie. But what Mouse thought was going to be a dull winter turns into an adventure she never expected. When Mouse makes friends with the local wombats she couldn't be happier but as she learns more about her new surroundings she finds out that others don't feel as kindly towards the cuddly wombats as she does. Desperate to save the wombats from farmers whose fences the wombats destroy, Mouse begins a journey that will change not only her life but the lives of people and wombats everywhere." 9367 "Wombat who talked to the stars: the journal of a northern hairy-nosed wombat, The" "Morris, Jill" Great Glider Productions 1997 9780947304287 3-4 The northern hairy-nosed wombat is one of Australia's most critically endangered species. There is thought to be only one colony of sixty-five animals left. This is the story of wombat number 104 in that colony. 16957 Wombat wins "French, Jackie & Whatley, Bruce (ill)" Angus & Robertson (HarperCollins) 2015 9780732299576 K-2 "Mothball has become an athlete, albeit a little accidentally. In her never-ending quest for carrots, Mothball stumbles upon children at the local school sports day and ends up competing." 2102 Wombatman and the veggie patch vandals "Mike, Ferguson & Ryan, Steph" Little Steps Publishing 2013 9781921928628 3-4 "Noseville Public School has a school veggie patch cared for by the school's environmental group and the school's two resident wombats. When the beautiful produce begins to disappear at an alarming rate the wombats are considered the prime suspects, with the principal demanding their removal. It is up to the wombats themselves to solve the mystery and retain their home." 1974 "Wombats go on camp, The" "Harvey, Roland" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2013 9781743315040 3-4 "Freddie has one eye, Alecia hates everything and Horrie loves his pet rat. Join the class on a camping trip as they explore, build, cook, climb, perform and have the time of their lives." 470 Women in medieval times "MacDonald, Fiona" McGraw Hill 1999 9780872265691 7-9 A study of the role of women in Roman and medieval periods in history. 5190 Women in science: 50 fearless pioneers who changed the world "Ignotofsky, Rachel" Penguin 2017 9781607749769 5-6 "Do you love science? Do you love technology? Do you love engineering? Do you love maths? Well, let's check out 50 famous women scientists from the ancient and modern world. Like the Greek mathematician, philosopher, and astronomer, Hypatia; Marie Curie, a physicist and chemist; biologist Rachel Carson; primatologist Jane Goodall; and lots more famous women scientists!" 5317 Women in sports: 50 fearless athletes who played to win "Ignotofsky, Rachel" Penguin 2017 9781607749783 5-6 "Do you love sports? Well, let's check out 50 famous women athletes like tennis player Billie Jean King; gymnast Simone Biles; skateboarding pioneer Patti McGee; Toni Stone, the first woman to play baseball in a men's professional league; the Bloomer Girls; Skate Bettys and lots more famous female athletes!" 471 Women of Camelot: queens & enchantresses at the Court of King Arthur "Hoffman, Mary" Orchard Books 2000 9780864154095 7-9 The stories of nine women of Camelot are illustrated and written in modern language. 18248 Wonder "Palacio, R J" Random House Children's Books 2012 9780552565974 5-6 "August Pullman just wants to be an ordinary ten year old. He does ordinary things and feels ordinary inside, but Auggie has a severe facial disfigurement. He's always been home-schooled as his parents try to protect him from dealing with the curious, derogatory looks and comments from outsiders. Now, for the first time, Auggie is being sent to a real school and he's dreading it. All he wants is to be accepted and be able to convince his classmates that, underneath, he's just like them." 9612 "Wonder dog, The" "Freeman, Pamela & Stanley, David (ill)" Koala Books 2002 9780864614216 3-4 "Luke's parents just don't understand about how much a real dog can love you. They buy him the robotic wonder dog that never makes a mess or barks and never needs to be fed. Eventually, Luke's parents find out why a real dog is better." 40229 "Wonder garden, The" "Broom, Jenny & Williams, Kristjana S (ill) " Wide Eyed Editions 2015 9781847806475 3-4 "Open the gates of the Wonder Garden to explore five extraordinary habitats. Trek through the Amazon Rainforest, home to an incredible variety of plants, animals and birds. Travel to the Chihuahuan Desert, where conditions are fierce and the fearsome survive. Dive in the Great Barrier Reef, where the weird and miraculous exist together. Creep into the Black Forest, a dark and densely wooded region. Stand on the roof of the world, the Himalayan Mountains, to encounter majestic wildlife that is remarkably good at camouflage." 9553 "Wonder thing, The" "Hathorn, Libby" Penguin 1996 9780140557541 3-4 You have to guess what the wonder thing is in this book. Lovely pictures and riddles to help you. 40973 "Wonderful things you will be, The" "Winfield Martin, Emily" Random House Children's Books 2015 9780385376716 K-2 "When I look at you and you look at me, I wonder what wonderful things you will be." 37649 "Wonderling, The" "Bartok, Mira" Walker Books 2017 9781406370645 5-6 "Have you been unexpectedly burdened by a recently orphaned or unclaimed creature? Worry not! We have just the solution for you! Welcome to the Home for Wayward and Misbegotten Creatures, an institution run by evil Miss Carbunkle, a cunning villainess who believes her terrified young charges exist only to serve and suffer. Part animal and part human, the groundlings toil in classroom and factory, forbidden to enjoy anything regular children have, most particularly singing and music." 25070 Wonderstruck "Selznick, Brian" Scholastic US 2011 9780545027892 5-6 "Ben and Rose secretly wish their lives were different. Ben longs for the father he has never known. Rose dreams of a mysterious actress whose life she chronicles in a scrapbook. When Ben discovers a puzzling clue in his mother's room and Rose reads an enticing headline, both children set out alone to find what they are missing. Set fifty years apart, Ben's story is told in words while Rose's story is told in pictures." 97599 "Wonky donkey, The" "Smith, Craig & Cowley, Katz (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781869439262 K-2 "I was walking down the road, and I saw a donkey ... hee-haw. And he only had three legs. He was a wonky donkey ... In this very funny, cumulative song, each page tells us something new about the donkey. There is much fun to be had trying to predict the new word for each clue given." 6620 Wood angel "Bow, Erin" Chicken House 2011 9781906427603 7-9 "Plain Kate lives in a time afraid of magic. She has a gift for carving 'lucky' wooden-charms and is known as Witch-Blade. Her unusual gift attracts dangerous attention in a place where witches are burned. When her village falls on bad times, suspicion falls on Kate and, scared for her life, she seeks the help of a mysterious stranger. In exchange for her shadow, the stranger will assist her, but Kate becomes part of a terrifying plan, darker than she ever dreamed." 15434 "Woolly jumper, the story of wool" "Hooper, Meredith & McEwen, Katharine" Walker Books 2003 9780744565720 K-2 "Through cumulative text and simple illustrations, children are introduced to information about wool production. The book traces the wool from the sheep's back to the boy's back." 15332 Woolly jumpers "Hilton, Nette" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407573 5-6 "When his family move to the country, Mike is convinced that life will be very boring. Two renegade sheep, a snake and some chooks soon prove him wrong." 12481 Woolly stops the train "Amery, Heather & Cartwright, Stephen(ill)" Usborne Publishing Ltd 1999 9780746034682 K-2 "Mrs Boots, Sam, Poppy, Rusty, the dog, and Ted, the farmhand, have to save the day when naughty Woolly encourages all the other sheep to stand on the line and stop the train. They come up with a novel idea that is very exciting for sheep." 18694 Woolvs in the sitee "Wild, Margaret & Spudvilas, Anne (ill)" Penguin 2006 9780670041671 7-9 "A boy living alone must face his greatest fear, the woolvs (wolves). A dark, brooding story with strong illustrations. Ideal for visual literacy." Word hunters series Various 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 14611 "Word spy, The " "Dubosarsky, Ursula & Riddle, Tohby (ill)" Penguin Books Australia 2008 9780670072279 7-9 "Come with the Word Spy on an entertaining journey through the English language. Find out where the alphabet came from and what anagrams stand for. Make up your own palindromes and impress your friends by speaking Pig Latin. Includes cartoons, riddles and special codes to solve along the way. Lots of information that's fun to read." 2847 Words in deep blue "Crowley, Cath" Pan MacMillan 2016 9781742612386 7-9 "This is a love story. It is the story of Howling Books, where readers write letters to strangers, to lovers, to poets. It is the story of Henry Jones and Rachel Sweetie. They were best friends once, before Rachel moved to the sea. Now, she's back, working at the bookstore, grieving for her brother, Cal. She's looking for the future in the books people love and the words they leave behind. Mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 39186 "Workhouse, a Victorian girl's diary 1871" "Oldfield, Pamela" Scholastic UK 2008 9781407104805 5-6 "It's January 1871 when Edith, the sheltered daughter of a wealthy widow, pays her first eventful visit to the workhouse for the poor. There, she meets Rosie, a rebellious, quick-tempered orphan who is always getting into trouble. Edith soon finds herself drawn into Rosie's wild schemes and both their lives are never the same again. " 49276 "World according to Warren, The" "Silvey, Craig & Martinez, Sonia (ill)" Fremantle Press 2007 9781920731212 5-6 "Warren is a guide dog for his blind mistress, Eleanor Rigby. He is fiercely aware of his own importance and nobility. See the world, especially busy inner city streets, through Warren's eyes, and also through various media, such as cinema advertising, comic books and dream states." 12685 "World heritage sites in Australia: Sydney Opera House, Gondwana Rainforests, Blue Mountains and more..." "Millen, Ellen" Redback Publishing 2017 9781925630152 5-6 "From the ancient Willandra Lakes, through to colonial buildings, natural sites and the world renowned Sydney Opera House, New South Wales is the proud custodian of some of Australia's most iconic World Heritage Sites. Discover how these sites are managed so that the competing demands of tourists, wilderness and wildlife are all satisfied while still preserving the sites for the future." 12468 "World that we want, The" "Toft, Kim Michelle" University of Queensland Press 2005 9780702234828 3-4 Nine different habitats and forty-five fascinating creatures feature in this spectacular portrayal of the rare and fragile beauty of North Queensland. 59493 World War 1: 1914 - 1918 "Brasch, Nicolas" Pearson Education Australia 2009 9781740705981 5-6 "See history through the eyes of the everyday Australians who lived it, featuring interviews, diary and journal entries, newspaper articles and official documents, sometimes presenting differing points of view." World War I tales series "Deary, Terry" 5-6 Any two books from this series may be read as Challenge books and up to five more can be read as personal choice books. Go to the online booklists for the PRC ID of the individual books in this series. 2681 "World's best Karlson, The" "Lindgren, Astrid & Ross, Tony (ill)" Oxford University Press 2009 9780192727732 5-6 "On the ordinary roof of an ordinary house lives an extraordinary man called Karlson. He's the world's best at everything, or so he says. Best of all, he has a propeller on his back and can fly." 38097 "World's worst children 2, The" "Walliams, David and Ross, Tony (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2017 9780008259679 5-6 "It appears there are more Worst Children in this world than was first expected. This is a collection of ten shocking short stories about children who are rude, disgusting and nasty. Children you are going to wish you never knew existed. Children you wish you would never have to meet. Stories that will make you snort with laughter and look at your classmates more carefully now. " 32614 "World's worst pirate, The" "Dreiling, Katrin & Worthington, Michelle (ill)" Little Pink Dog Books 2017 9780994626912 K-2 "Pirates are swashbuckling, treasure hunting, buccaneers of the seven seas. But if your mother is the Pirate Captain and you can't stand on deck without getting seasick that makes William 'The World's Worst Pirate'. When the ship is attacked, can he use his own special talent to save the day?" 18453 World-wide waste "Trafford, Caren" Etram Pty Ltd 2006 9780958187824 5-6 "Through humour, environmental waste issues are discussed featuring simple, easily understood text and cartoon-style drawings." 67847 Worlds next door "Wessely, Tehani (ed)" FableCroft Publishing 2010 9780980777017 5-6 "Let your imagination wander and wonder. Science fiction, fantasy, humour and horror feature in twenty-five diverse, short stories by well-known and new Australian authors." 35058 Worldshaker "Harland, Richard" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2009 9781741757095 5-6 "Worldshaker, a gigantic mobile city, is cruising the world, wreaking ecological havoc. It's a relic of Victorian England, with a Queen and class system of lords above and Filthies below. Col has been chosen as the next Supreme Commander but with the escape of a girl, Filthy Col's safe, elite world is about to fall apart." 4743 Worm "Greenberg, Nicki" Windy Hollow Books 2016 9781922081605 K-2 "Worm lives underground, munching through the earth. Life is pretty predictable. Then, one day, everything changes." 5378 Worm loves worm "Austrian, J J & Curato, Mike (ill)" Balzer & Bray 2016 9780062386335 K-2 "When a worm meets a special worm and they fall in love, they want to get married. Their friends want to know who will wear the dress and who will wear the tuxedo. But, it doesn't matter because Worm loves Worm." 9505 Worm's eye view "Trafford, Caren" Etram Pty Ltd 2001 9780646415888 5-6 "The history of the humble worm is traced by Wilbursaurus Junior, Wilbur Worm, from the time of the dinosaurs, including a period during the Industrial Revolution when worms were under threat of extinction." 9502 Worms "Morgan, Sally" Thameside Press 2001 9781930643130 3-4 "Worms can be found almost everywhere and they are an important part of nature's food cycle. The book shows the lives of worms in detail, from eggs and larvae to fully grown adults." 8395 "Worms, the mechanics of organics" "Bollard, Kellie" National Library of Australia 2011 9780646535593 K-2 "In this funny and informative rhyming story, find out about worms that can convert garden waste and food scraps into nutrients to feed your garden." 3743 Wormwood mire "Rossell, Judith" ABC Books 2017 9780733333019 5-6 "When Stella Montgomery returned to the Hotel Majestic cold and wet but exhilarated by adventure, the Aunts were furious. Now they are sending Stella away to the old family home at Wormwood Mire, where she must live with two strange cousins and their governess. But within the overgrown grounds of the mouldering house, dark secrets slither and skulk, and soon Stella must be brave once more if she's to find out who - or what - she really is...This is the thrilling and magical sequel to multi-award-winning novel, Withering-by-Sea." 14908 "Worry Tree, The" "Musgrove, Marianne" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741662313 3-4 "Juliet's a worrywart and no wonder. Her little sister, her parents and her Nana are all behaving strangely, and her best friends are fighting over her. Juliet can't fit in any more worries. When she makes a special discovery behind the wallpaper in her new bedroom, Juliet realises she might just be able to solve some of life's big problems." 9249 "Worst band in the universe, The" "Base, Graeme" Penguin 2000 9780140565874 5-6 "A poetic narrative involving Sprocc, an alien, and his struggle for freedom of expression." 472 "Worst team ever, The" "Gwynne, Phillip & Smith, Craig (ill)" Penguin 1999 9780141305103 5-6 "Country boy, Jimmy, boasts about his prowess in the game of Australian Rules football and is accepted into a city team." Worst witch series "Murphy, Jill" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 15114 Would you rather ... "Burningham, John" Red Fox 1999 9780099200413 K-2 "Lots of fun about what to choose. You can decide whether you'd rather dance with a goat, tickle a monkey, help a witch make a stew or help Santa deliver presents." 21065 Would you rather be a tadpole "Worth, B & Ruiz, A (ill) & Mathieu, J (ill)" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2011 9780007433094 3-4 Look on and beneath the surface of a pond with the Cat in the Hat. He'll tell you all you need to know about the fascinating creatures that live there. 69312 Wow human body "Walker, Richard" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405353465 5-6 "Crammed full of amazing photographs, graphics and information about the human body, its parts and how they work." 51816 Wow Space "Stott, Carole" Dorling Kindersley 2010 9781405353472 5-6 "Crammed full of facts and photographs about gargantuan galaxies, astounding asteroids and big black holes. Everything you want to know about what's out in space." 473 Wow: amazing science facts & trivia "Holper, Paul & Torok, Simon" ABC Books 2002 9780733307478 5-6 "A collection of scientific facts in chapters, illustrated with cartoons." 22076 Wow: Earth Dorling Kindersley Dorling Kindersley 2009 9781405341578 5-6 "A visually amazing encyclopaedia all about Earth. Crammed full of incredible stuff to dip into, from magnificent meteorites to cool caves, crystals and coral reefs, all revealed in an exciting and totally different way. It's like a museum, a search engine and the world's most exciting geography field trip, all rolled into one." 22018 Wow: the visual encyclopaedia of everything Dorling Kindersley Dorling Kindersley 2008 9781405322485 5-6 "Through visually stunning graphics and photographs, discover everything you've ever wanted to know about nature, the human body, science and technology, space, earth, people and places, history, art and culture. Every spread explores an encyclopaedic subject in a unique way. Pour over amazing images and pick up fascinating facts and figures in bite-sized chunks." 474 Wreck "Baillie, Allan" Penguin 2003 9780140387964 7-9 A story of survival about two children who discover a rusty freighter on their beach after a cyclone. It appears to be calling them but it could just be a trap. 9294 Wrecked: mysteries and disasters at sea "Bassett, Jan" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 1996 9781864480894 7-9 True stories about mysteries and disasters at sea. 41815 Wreckers "Hearn, Julie" Oxford University Press 2011 9780192729293 7-9 "In 1732, a mysterious box is taken from the Cornish sea and hidden in the wall of the nearby cliff-top manor house. A century from now, sixteen years after London is destroyed in an apocalyptic attack, five teenagers spend the night in the abandoned house. They discover the box and take it home. What lay within is only dormant, waiting for the time when it would be released upon the world. And that time is now." 8075 Wrestlefest fever "Roy, James" Word Weavers Press 2002 9781877073052 3-4 Tom and Harry are wrestling fans but their Dad has left it too late to get their tickets. A chance meeting lets them attend the night of the Wrestlefest. 9200 Wringer "Spinelli, Jerry" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2003 9780007156016 7-9 The violence of the pigeon shoot disturbs Palmer and contrasts with his reaction to bullies and to pets. 475 "Wrinkle in time, A" "L'Engle, Madeleine" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 1998 9780440498056 5-6 "Meg, her brother, Charles, and Calvin, their best friend, search for Meg's scientist father. An unearthly visitor takes them on a fantastic voyage to rescue him." 19020 Written portraits Forming circles Green Olive Press 2013 9780987599810 7-9 "Written Portraits is a national writing competition that showcases young Australian writing, providing young writers with the opportunity to express inner feelings and emotions associated with being a teenager. The theme of this anthology is portrait at home. The short stories in this powerful anthology are all written by teenagers who are from a range of backgrounds. Each story expresses the sense of belonging or displacement to home, place or others. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 6269 "Wrong book, The" "Bland, Nick" Scholastic Australia 2009 9781741693409 K-2 "Nicholas Ickle is trying to tell a story but he keeps being interrupted by others, including an elephant, a queen, a pirate and even rats. As the intruders get increasingly ridiculous, Nicholas gets increasingly frustrated about not being able to tell his story." 476 Wunambi the water snake "O'Brien, May L & Wyatt, Sue (ill)" Aboriginal Studies Press 2000 9780855752231 5-6 "When the children disturb old Wunambi, the giant water snake, there is big trouble ahead." 20627 Wuthering Heights "Bronte, Emily" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2009 9780007326747 7-9 "As the snow begins to fall, a man is forced to take shelter at the dark, foreboding Wuthering Heights. This house is haunted by memories and the dangerous story of Cathy and Heathcliff, who fell violently in love but could not be together. Cruelly separated by social class, fate, the actions of others and their own bitterness, Cathy and Heathcliff are united in an all-consuming passion that lasts beyond death. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 15074 "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod" "Field, Eugene W & McPhail, David (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2004 9780439543033 K-2 Delightful illustrations bring this old rhyme to life. Three fishermen set out on a magical dream as they climb aboard a wooden shoe. X-zone series Various 5-6 "Non-fiction titles on a variety of topics of interest to boys in particular. Around 30 pages each, with colourful visual prompts will attract reluctant readers." 8897 Xander's panda party "Park, Linda Sue" University of Queensland Press 2013 9780702249983 K-2 "Xander Panda is planning a party, with the help of Amanda Salamander." 34183 Yak and Gnu "MacIver, Juliette & Chapman, Cat (ill)" Walker Books 2015 9781922077684 K-2 Yak and Gnu are best friends who love to row and sing. I wonder who they will meet on their journey down the river. 2945 Yakkinn the turtle: the most dangerous year "Kuchling, Guundie & Gerald" Era Publications 1996 9781863742726 3-4 "Australia's Western Swamp Tortoise, the world's rarest tortoise, is an endangered species. The baby tortoises' intense struggle for survival is revealed in this bittersweet story." 18411 Yankee girl "Rodman, Mary Ann" Usborne Publishing Ltd 2005 9780746067499 7-9 "Alice Anne Moxley has moved to Mississippi in the deep South of America. The 'Yankee Girl' is taunted by the other girls at school but the first black student suffers much more. Alice wants to stand up for her but, at first, finds it is easier not to." 7340 Yassmin's story "Abdel-Magied, Yassmin" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9780857986153 7-9 "At twenty-one, Yassmin worked on a remote Australian oil and gas rig. She was the only woman and certainly the only Sudanese born Muslim woman. When she was two, Yassmin moved to Brisbane and has been tackling barriers ever since. She founded Youth Without Borders, helping young people to work for positive change in their communities. This is the story of how she got there, where she's going and how she wants the world to change. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 1262 "Year it all ended, The" "Murray, Kirsty" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2014 9781743319413 7-9 "Armistice Day, 11 November, 1918 is also Tiney's 17th birthday and heralds a change for all. The family eagerly awaits the return of their only son and brother and mourns with friends and relatives of those who will not return. Life in Adelaide during the war has not been easy for families, but for those returning life will never be the same. The following years bring the Spanish flu epidemic, broken families and the beginnings of new ones." 3603 "Year my life broke, The" "Marsden, John" Pan MacMillan 2014 9781742613352 7-9 "Josh and his family have moved from a nice city house, to a boring street in the country. There are dangerous strangers in his backyard and bullets flying past his ears. At his new school everyone thinks he is hopeless and he has no clue about sport, like cricket, but they are in for the shock of their lives." 13317 "Year of Billy Miller, The" "Henkes, Kevin" Greenwillow 2013 9780062268129 3-4 "Some things to know about Billy: he's worried about starting a new grade at school, he had an accident over summer, his little sister is annoying, he can run really fast and this is his year." 9579 "Year on our farm, A" "Matthews, Penny & McLean, Andrew" Scholastic Australia 2003 9781862914414 3-4 A farm provides the perfect backdrop for the cycle of seasons in Australia. This picture book takes readers through a month by month description of activities and changes on a family farm. 2860 "Yearbook Committee, The" "Ayoub, Sarah" HarperCollins Australia 2016 9780732296858 7-9 "Final year and five lives. School captain, Ryan had it all until an accident snatches his dreams away. Newcomer Charlie is determined not to fit in. Nobody really notices Matty. But, at home, he holds everything together and has never felt so alone. The popular girl's best friend,Tammi, always bows to peer pressure. Gillian, the politician's daughter is learning the hard way that life in the spotlight comes at a very heavy price. Five unlikely teammates thrust together against their will. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 28126 Yellow "Jacobson, Megan " Penguin Books Australia 2016 9780143573333 7-9 "Kirra's so-called friends bully her, her mother has taken to alcohol ever since her dad left them for another woman and, now, a teenage ghost is speaking to her through a broken phone booth. Kirra and the ghost make a pact. She'll prove who murdered him almost twenty years ago if he makes her popular, gets her parents back together, and promises not to haunt her. But, things aren't so simple and Kirra realises that people can be haunted in more ways than one. Mature themes. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 8231 Yellow dress day "Worthington, Michelle & Norsa, Sophie (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2012 9781921928291 K-2 "Ava wears a different coloured dress for each type of day. A red dress for hot days, a purple dress for rainy days and a blue dress for cold days. One whistling, whirly, windy morning, leaves tumbled and danced in the back yard. Ava and her puppy wanted to go out and play. But, Ava's favourite coloured dress was missing." 8521 Yellow star "Roy, Jennifer" Frances Lincoln 2009 9781845079086 7-9 "In 1939, Sylvia is four years old when the Germans invade Poland and her family is forced into the Lodz ghetto, with more than a quarter of a million other Jews. Only twelve children survived the ghetto, and Sylvia was one of them. Her niece, the author, writes Sylvia's story in non-rhyming verse, using Sylvia's voice and perspectives." 12940 Yellow-eye "Spillman, David & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Era Publications 2001 9781863746076 5-6 "The Yellow-eye fish are becoming scarce. Neither the Impatjara Aboriginal community nor the Newmob white community can find the answer alone. Through communication, both cultures approach the problem together." 4728 Yellowcake "Lanagan, Margo" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2011 9781742374789 7-9 "Ten fanciful short stories offer vibrant snapshots of life. Each story is unique, covering a range of time periods and places, with weird and wonderful characters." 12569 Yertle the turtle and other stories "Seuss, Dr" "HarperCollins Publishers Ltd, UK" 2004 9780007173143 K-2 "Three hilarious Dr Seuss stories in rhyming verse including the story of Yertle the turtle, the power mad king, plus Gertrude McFuzz and The Big Brag." 477 Yinti: desert child "Lowe, Pat & Pike, Jimmy (ill)" Magabala Books 1992 9781875641017 5-6 "Yinti, an Aboriginal child, growing up in the Western Australian desert, has no contact with white people until the last chapter of the book." 12205 Yip snap yap "Fuge, Charles" Koala Books 2001 9780864613103 K-2 "A delightful picture book about a very boisterous dog. The excited puppy sounds surrounding each large painting demand to be read aloud, and loudly." 92064 "Yirra and her deadly dog, Demon" "Heiss, Anita" ABC Books 2007 9780733320392 5-6 "Demon is a disaster zone, causing havoc wherever he goes. Yirra has to find a way to train Demon or she will be forced to give him away." 1568 Yobbos do yoga "Gwynne, Phillip & Joyner, Andrew (ill)" Little Hare Books 2013 9781921714832 3-4 "The neighbours have moved out and now there is no one living next door, peace and quiet at last, so Dad can do his yoga and be happy. Then Tubby, Ferret and King Wally Kahuna move in. They love throwing parties and playing air guitar. Worst of all, they are yobbos and everyone knows that yobbos and yoga don't mix." 4525 Yoga babies "Cotton, Fearne, Dempsey, Sheena (ill)" New Frontier Publishing 2018 9781925594072 K-2 "Meet the yoga babies! Family life's hectic, but yoga helps everyone chill out, from Emily in the garden to Honey at bath time. And once you've seen what the yoga babies can do, why not give it a try?" 7923 Yokki and the Parno Gry "O'Neill, Richard & Quarmby, Katharine & Nelissen, Marieke (ill)" Child's Play International Ltd 2016 9781846439261 3-4 "When a Traveller family experiences a run of bad luck, an imaginative boy called Yokki lifts their spirits with tales of a magical white horse. A traditional Romani tale." 15435 Yoko "Wells, Rosemary" Hyperion Books 1998 9780786803958 K-2 "Yoko takes sushi for lunch to school and is teased. On international food day, no-one will eat Yoko's sushi." 62251 Yoko's diary "Ham, Paul (ed) & Edwards, Debbie (trans)" ABC Books 2013 9780733331176 7-9 "A moving account of a young girl's life in Hiroshima in 1945. Through her diary, 13 year old Yoko documents life in Japan, a country on the brink of defeat at the end of the Second World War. Yoko is keen to do her duty and her daily accounts of life reveal the austerity and hardship, the extreme food shortages and rationing. It also shows the courage of those who died and survived the war and bombing of Hiroshima. " 2857 "Yong: Journey of an unworthy son, The" "Brian, Janeen" Walker Books Australia Pty Ltd 2016 9781925126297 5-6 "Thirteen year old Yong doesn't want to leave his home in China to travel to the Australian goldfields in Ballarat. But, as the firstborn son, he has no choice. On the long and treacherous journey, Yong strives to be an honourable son, while he and his father face many hardships and dangers. But, in his heart, Yong knows the shameful truth. His honour is a lie. Somehow, Yong must find the courage to face what lies ahead." 19522 You "King, Stephen Michael" Scholastic Australia 2010 9781741696226 K-2 "An ideal book to share with a child or any special person in your life. A simple, touching story about how the people we love make the world a beautiful place." 9373 You and me Murrawee "Hashmi, Kerri & Marshall, Kerri" Penguin 1999 9780670883707 3-4 "The river links the present with the past, as the narrator recreates her own past and the experiences of Murrawee, her 'elder sister', living on the banks two hundred years ago." 84304 You and me: our place "Norrington, Leonie & Huxley, Dee (ill)" Working Title Press 2007 9781876288792 3-4 "Uncle Tobias is the fisherman Elder of an Aboriginal family. The story follows a typical day on the beach for the mob, collecting bush tucker and celebrating with family. Uncle Tobias tells stories of the original use of the Land, and remains almost oblivious to the many changes that the coming of Europeans made to this beach locale. " 32265 You can't catch me "Bolton, Nicola" Nicola Bolton 2017 9780646977553 K-2 Two dogs spend their day chasing Blackbird while she darts from tree to tree collecting mulberries for her babies three. Will they catch her? 6059 You can't take an elephant on the bus "Cleveland-Peck, Patricia & Tazzyman, David (ill)" Bloomsbury 2015 9781408849804 K-2 "An elephant on a bus, a whale on a bike, or a hippo in a hot air balloon. It soon becomes apparent that none of these is a good idea, as a variety of animals cause total disaster trying to travel in or on unsuitable vehicles." 109950 You choose "Goodhart, Pippa & Sharrett, Nick (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780552547086 K-2 "A big catalogue of things to choose like where to live, what to eat, what pets we would like to have. Hundreds of different choices to discuss, imagine and enjoy." 1976 You don't even know "Lawson, Sue" Black Dog Books 2013 9781922179715 7-9 "Alex Hudson is a good guy. He plays water polo, has a part-time job and does okay at school. Alex's life is made hell by his constantly baiting brother and awful father, with nobody to back him up, not even his own mother. Then the thing that anchors Alex is ripped away and his life seems pointless. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 109957 You have ghost mail "Blacker, Terence & Stower, Adam (ill)" MacMillan 2003 9780330396998 5-6 "Matthew has a new computer and he finds that someone who died fifty years ago is trying to communicate with him through this technology. Every real adventure has its funny, scary and desperate turns but this one has a startling twist." 478 "You kids, count your shadows: hairymen and other Aboriginal folklore in New South Wales" "Povah, Frank" self-published 1997 9780646346731 5-6 "A collection of stories, taken from interviews, which gives an insight into the knowledge and ancient beliefs of the Aboriginal people in NSW." 15905 You must be skidding: the biggest losers of the car world "Davis, Tony & Nagle, Shane (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2007 9781741661675 7-9 "Whether it's a car with two, three or six wheels, with a motor scooter engine or a nuclear reactor, with the most stupid name or the most dodgy design,this book will tell you all you need to know about it. Featuring the lemons of the car world." 15376 You wouldn't want to be a slave in ancient Greece "Macdonald, Fiona & Antram, David (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (Australia) 2001 9780750232531 5-6 "Through humour, this book provides snapshots of ancient Greece from a slave's point of view." 12125 "You'll soon grow into them, Titch" "Hutchins, Pat" HarperTrophy 1992 9780688115074 K-2 "Titch is already fed up with wearing hand-me-downs and being told, """"You'll soon grow into them, Titch"""". But, when his baby cousin comes to visit, it's Titch's turn to hand his clothes down and get some new clothes of his own." 12128 You'll wake the baby "Jinks, Catherine & McLean, Andrew (ill)" Penguin 2000 9780670891238 K-2 "On a wet day, a young brother and sister try to play quietly so as not to wake the baby. Each game inevitably ends in noise." 29852 You're all my favourites "McBratney, Sam & Jeram, Anita (ill)" Walker Books 2007 9781844285150 K-2 "Mummy and Daddy Bear believe they have the most wonderful baby bears in the whole world. But, one day, the three small cubs begin to wonder which of them their parents like the best." 3860 "You're different, Jemima" "Morley, Jedidah & Erasmus, Karen (ill)" Empowering Resources 2015 9780994501028 K-2 "Jemima likes to sing loud, dance her own moves and use her imagination, but her teacher and the other kids think she is too 'different'. When Mrs Chuckles takes over teaching the class, Jemima discovers that being different is wonderful." 3792 "You're history, mate" "Stafford, Paul & Nagle, Shane (ill)" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2008 9781741662764 5-6 "Among all those legendary Australian bushrangers, stoic explorers and genius inventors, surely there must have been some losers. This book has all the dingbats, dropkicks, dills, duds and disasters in Australian history, from the explorer who claimed to have found an enormous reef of gold then lost it again to the ugliest, least successful and unluckiest colonial bushranger ever." 3062 You're only young twice "Blake, Quentin" Andersen Press Ltd 2008 9781842708569 3-4 "An almost wordless picture book. The bright, entertaining illustrations show how older people interact with the young in all sorts of situations, at meals, out of doors, keeping fit and sharing stories, not to mention enjoying music, art and special occasions." 479 Young bloods "Wakefield, Kerry" Penguin 1997 9780140383805 5-6 "Australian Rules football features in this story of Deet, a boy who decides to wreak havoc on the local football club." 4932 "Young magicians and the thieves' almanac, The" "Mohammed, Nick" "Penguin Books Ltd, UK" 2017 9780141376998 5-6 "Zack, Sophie, Johnny and Alex have their holiday all planned, they want to learn about card tricks and picking locks at the world famous Magic Circle Club. Suddenly their plans vanish in a puff of smoke when they have to deal with a difficult club president, a stagehand ghost and a crime right under their noses. Join these young magicians as they step inside an adventure that may or may not involve the search for a secret book and a set of impossible crimes." 17542 Young Murphy "Crew, Gary & Wilson, Mark (ill)" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 2005 9780734407801 5-6 John Murphy was fifteen years old when he joined Leichhardt's ill-conceived expedition of discovery into northern Australia in 1844. 4977 Young Nick's head "Hesse, Karen" Simon & Schuster 2001 9780689835087 7-9 "Young Nick faithfully records the ordinary human achievements that make extraordinary those of the company of the bark, 'Endeavour', on Captain Cook's first epic voyage. Usually read by students in Years 9, 10 or above." 9282 "Young Oxford book of aliens, The" "Pepper, Dennis" Oxford University Press 2000 9780192781772 7-9 An excellent collection of classic and modern stories which speculate about the nature of aliens. Young samurai series "Bradford, Chris" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 95784 Young Thomas Edison "North, Sterling" Puffin USA 2009 9780142412107 7-9 "Tells of the life of Thomas Edison, one of the greatest inventors, responsible for the phonograph, the first medium for recording music, motion pictures and the light bulb. Edison's life and work are of interest, especially as he was profoundly deaf." 9245 "Young unicorns, The" "L'Engle, Madeleine" Bantam Doubleday Dell Publishing Group Inc 1980 9780440999195 7-9 The Austin family find themselves endangered by the Alphabat gang's evil use of lasers. 22377 "Young vikings, The" "Moloney, James" Scholastic Australia 2018 9781743811191 7-9 "When his village is attacked, Hauk Johanson has no choice but to step up and lead the young Vikings on a quest for revenge. But there is one problem the young Vikings have never fought in battle. Can Hauk and his friends master the skills of sword and axe in time? Will the Gods be on their side? And does Hauk have what it takes to lead when the fate of an entire village lies in his hands? " Youngest Templar series "Spradlin, Michael P" 7-9 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 1893 Your mother didn't do that "Holt, Sharon & Lovelock, Brian" Walker Books 2009 9781921150173 K-2 "Mother kangaroos look after their babies in pouches, mother sharks sometimes eat their babies. Luckily for Holly her mother didn't do that." 684 Your skin holds you in "Baines, Becky" National Geographic Society 2008 9781426303111 K-2 Take a look at the skin you're in. Find out fascinating facts about your skin and why it is so important. 8618 "Yours sincerely, giraffe" "Iwasa, Megumi & Takabatake, Jun (ill)" Gecko Press 2016 9781927271872 3-4 "In his African savannah home, Giraffe has everything he needs. But, as usual, Giraffe is bored. He'd love a friend to share things with. So, he writes a letter and sends it as far as possible across the other side of the horizon. There, he finds a pen pal called Penguin. Giraffe knows nothing about penguins and his letters are full of questions. Soon, a pen pal friendship begins as letters fly from horizon to horizon." 18525 Yuck "Manning, Mick & Grandstrom, Brita" Frances Lincoln 2005 9781845070885 K-2 "Yuck looks at the variety of food lots of different babies have for supper. While a human might think a wiggly worm is revolting, a baby bird would prefer worms to warm milk." 83747 "Yum, yum" "Bergman, Mara & Maland, Nick (ill)" Hodder Children's Books (UK) 2009 9780340930564 K-2 "Creak, crack, creak, crack. Lots of things are creeping through the window but Katie, James and their little dog, Harry, just don't see them." 36412 Yummy "Cousins, Lucy" Walker Books 2009 9781406316216 3-4 "These stories are treasures of the imagination. They are lively, bold and quite unforgettable. Favourite nursery stories are retold in bold language and with brilliant vibrant pictures. " 480 Z for Zachariah "O'Brien, Robert" Puffin Australia 1998 9780141300313 7-9 "Set in the future after a nuclear war, a young girl believes that she is the last person left on earth. A deadly stranger proves her wrong." 22694 Zac & Mia "Betts, A J" Text Publishing Co 2013 9781922147257 7-9 "Zac is a country boy who's in hospital with leukaemia. In the room next door is an angry teenager who wants to seize a lot of emotional space. In the real world, Zac wouldn't, couldn't, be friends with her. But, in hospital, different rules apply and courage is needed. It begins with a knock on the wall." Zac Power and Zac Power Extreme missions series "Larry, H I" 5-6 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Zac Power test drive and spy camp series "Larry, H I" 3-4 "A younger version of the Zac Power series provides adventure and easy reads. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." Zac Power test drive and spy camp series "Larry, H I" 5-6 "A younger version of the Zac Power series provides adventure and easy reads. Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12341 Zac's PB "Stanford, Michael" Hodder Headline Australia Pty Ltd 2003 9780733616624 5-6 "Zac isn't sure if he is good enough to be a sports star. To find out, he goes to the Institute of Sporting Dreams where he discovers golf, baseball, basketball, tennis, soccer and the fact, it doesn't matter if you don't win as long as you do your best." 14985 Zachary Quack minimonster "Dodd, Lynley" ABC Books 2005 9780733315800 K-2 "Led by a dragonfly, an inquisitive duck goes exploring and gathers odd pieces of junk on his journey to the river." 7749 Zafir: through my eyes "Mason, Prue & White, Lyn (ed)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781743312544 5-6 "Zafir has a comfortable life in Syria with his doctor father and journalist mother. But, everything changes after the Day of Rage, when Zafir's father is arrested, his mother is injured and their house is bombed. Zafir's cousin takes him in but, that too, becomes dangerous as the city becomes more and more besieged. Zafir fears that his family may never be reunited to live in peace again." 9435 "Zat cat, a haute couture tail" "McLaren, Chesley" Scholastic Australia 2002 9780439273169 3-4 A scruffy stray cat finds his life changed when he disrupts a Paris fashion show and unwittingly creates a new style that makes him the rage of Paris. 6837 Zebra's hiccups "McKee, David" Random House Australia Pty Ltd 2009 9781842709238 K-2 "Zebra is a proud animal, reluctant to take advice or lose his dignity. When he gets the hiccups and loses his stripes, he realises that he just might need help from his friends." 9482 Zebras "Giles, Bridget" Grolier Education 2001 9780717255016 3-4 "Describes the habitat, physical characteristics, life cycle and behaviour of zebras, the striped member of the horse family." 3033 Zelda's big adventure "Alafaci, Marie & McGowan, Shane (ill)" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2016 9781925266382 K-2 "Zelda has big plans. She wants to be the first chook in space. She leaves nothing to chance and packs food, fuel and a cosy nesting box. But, none of her friends wants to help with her plans." 15042 Zen shorts "Muth, Jon J" Scholastic Australia 2005 9780439339117 3-4 "These Zen tales involve a poor man giving gifts to a robber, a farmer who realises there are silver linings to dark clouds and a monk who must learn to let go of his burdens." Zen tails series "Whitfield, Peter & Bevington, Nancy (ill)" 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 8787 Zenna Dare "Hawke, Rosanne" Rhiza Press 2014 9781925139037 7-9 "A secret spans five generations from Cornwall to Australia. When Jenefer moves to the old family home, she uncovers a secret from the past. She begins to wonder whether her great, great, great grandmother, a mother of nine, led a double life and what connection she had to Zenna Dare, the glamorous, young singer. Zenna Dare brings reconciliation in more ways than Jenefer could ever have imagined." 6831 Zeroes "Westerfeld, Scott & Lanagan, Margo & Biancotti, Deborah" Allen & Unwin Pty Ltd 2015 9781925266955 7-9 "Six teens have powers that set them apart. Ethan has a voice inside him that'll say what you want to hear, true or not. This is handy, except when the voice starts gabbing in the middle of a bank robbery. To help Sam, the group's leader pulls the scattered Zeroes back together. But, the rescue goes wrong and they must deal with dangerous criminals. In the chaos, they find Kelsie, who can take a crowd in the palm of her hand and tame it, or let it loose as she pleases. Mature themes. Usually read by Years 9, 10 or above." 8194 Ziba came on a boat "Lofthouse, Liz & Ingpen, Robert (ill)" Viking UK 2007 9780670028610 3-4 "A moving story about a little girl whose family has lost almost everything. Ziba, her mother, and other women and children from a tiny village escape the approaching war in Afghanistan to travel in an overcrowded fishing boat to a new life and freedom." 5338 Ziggy and the moonlight show "Litten, Kristyna" Simon & Schuster 2018 9781471145797 K-2 """Hoo hoo"" Bird has lost her stripy chick! Ziggy the zebra wants to help, but with stripy flowers, feathers and fur everywhere they look, it's not easy. How will they find the chick and get home in time for the Moonlight Show? " 58336 Zizzy "Matthews, Penny & Snell, Danny (ill)" Omnibus Books 2010 9781862917972 K-2 Zizzy the sloth sees a blue patch through the rainforest canopy and travels with parrot to investigate the beautiful colour. 481 Zlata's diary "Filipovic, Zlata" Penguin 1995 9780140374636 7-9 "In 1991, just before her eleventh birthday, Zlata began keeping her diary and it becomes a mirror of the war in Sarajevo." 26569 Zobi and the zoox: A story of coral bleaching "Wild, Ailsa & Reed, Avivia & Barr, Briony & Crocetti, Gregory" CSIRO 2018 9781486309603 5-6 "With her home under threat from a warming ocean, Zobi, a brave rhizobia bacterium, teams up with a family of slow but steady zoox (zooxanthellae). As the coral bleaves, everyone begins to starve ... Can Zobi and the zoox work together to stave the day? A beautifully illustrated science-adventure story set on the Great Barrier Reef. " 31929 Zog and the flying doctors "Donaldson, Julia & Scheffler, Axel (ill)" Scholastic Australia 2016 9781407164953 K-2 "Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and Zog the dragon are the flying doctors. There's much to do as they soar over the countryside, tending to mermaids, lions and unicorns. But, Pearl's uncle, the King, doesn't think it's fitting for a princess to be a doctor." 12215 Zoltan the magnificent "Graham, Bob" Thomas C Lothian Pty Ltd 1999 9780734400291 K-2 "When Jack's family take a seaside vacation, his father is able to relax and join in the fun, even pretending he is an animal trainer called Zoltan the Magnificent. An illustrated story of family life." Zombiefied series Various 3-4 "Any two titles read from this series can be included as official Challenge books; up to five more titles can be included as your personal choice books. To see the individual book titles and their PRC ID numbers, go to the Series lists on the Booklists page, on the website. Or, you can search for a series name or the individual titles by using the Search function on the top left hand corner of the screen." 12024 Zoo "Browne, Anthony" Red Fox 1994 9780099219019 K-2 The human visitors to the zoo are nowhere near as splendid and positive as the animal inhabitants. 15165 Zoo album "Morecroft, Richard & Mackay, Alison & Lloyd-Diviny, Karen (ill)" ABC Books 2004 9780733306006 3-4 "A collection of stories and facts about actual animals living in zoos. Be informed about animals' personalities, behaviours and find out what their keepers say about them." 29817 Zoo house "McKenzie, Heath " Scholastic Australia 2018 9781742767628 K-2 "One morning young Oscar jumped up, wide awake, he headed for breakfast, but stepped on a snake! What will Oscar do when he wakes up to find his house is a zoo?!" 3910 "Zoo of magical and mythological creatures, The" "Bowring, Sam" Pan MacMillan 2009 9780330424752 5-6 "Twelve year old Zackary s a disappointment to his parents, the King and Queen of Zedge. He as failed with the Artists, the Scholars and the Knights so is sent to work reckoning cutlery and kitchen utensils. When Zackary stumbles across an adventurous job as sorcerer's assistant in the Zoo of Magical and Mythological Creatures, he must survive the most dangerous and destructive creature the zoo has ever seen." 47250 Zoom "D'Anthes, Sha'an" Lothian Books 2017 9780734417619 K-2 "After breakfast, Scout the explorer and Beattie the space shuttle are off on an adventure, to discover the wonders of greater outer space. " 7362 Zou "Gay, Michel" Gecko Press 2009 9781877467202 K-2 "Zou is a tiny zebra foal who rises early and is not deterred when his parents insist they are still asleep. He goes into the kitchen and prepares them some breakfast, including large bowls of coffee. And, then, disaster strikes and we find out just how resourceful Zou can be." 8476 Zou and the box of kisses "Gay, Michel" Gecko Press 2011 9781877467745 K-2 Zou is going on his first trip without his parents and he is worried about missing out on his kisses. Mum and Dad find a way for him to take his kisses with him.