Book Review | Batpig: Go Pig or Go Home by Rob Harrell
"Batpig: Go Pig or Go Home" is the third book in a brilliantly funny young graphic novel series, with two separate stories in each book. Find out more and be in to win a copy!
There Was An Odd Farmer Who Swallowed A Fly | New Book
Peek through the holes in the pages of "There Was An Odd Farmer Who Swallowed A Fly" to see all the creatures in this favourite nursery rhyme with a pitch-perfect Kiwi twist!
Celebrating 100 Years of Auckland Zoo | Family Review
By visiting Auckland Zoo, you make a real and tangible contribution to the zoo’s conservation work here and in the wild. We sent along Jacque and her family for a day out at Auckland Zoo to meet the inhabitants and check out the 100 Year Exhibition. Read her review now.
Matariki | Book Review
When the Matariki cluster rises, each of the nine stars represent the promise of the year ahead. This stunning board book guides our youngest tamariki through the meaning of each star, with simple, evocative words in te reo Māori and English, alongside bold, engaging artwork. Matariki is an accessible introduction to Matariki and basic te reo Māori for tamariki aged 0 to 5 years.
Book Review | Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star by Laura Noakes
Exciting, funny, moving – and featuring joyous and authentic disabled representation – Cosima Unfortunate Steals a Star is the must-read book for 8-12 year olds.
Book Review | Skandar And The Phantom Rider by A.F. Steadman
"Skandar and the Phantom Rider" follows Skandar and his friends as they deal with a new threat to the Island. Can Skandar discover how to stop the Island tearing itself apart before it's too late? Readers from 8-12 will love this second in the Skandar series by A.F. Steadman.
Book Review | Leeva at Last by Sara Pennypacker
Leeva Thornblossom loves to learn but her parents, the insufferable mayor and selfish tax collector of their small town, don’t want to send her to school, and they certainly don’t want her to meet other people. Leeva sets out to finds answers: what have her parents been hiding from her? Leeva at Last is a delightful story perfect for young readers in the 9 to 11 year age group. Find out what our reviewers thought of the delightful Leeva at Last, perfect for young readers in the 9 to 11 year age group.
A Bonanza of Bluey Books
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. We're celebrating the release of some new and amazing Bluey books to join the diverse collection already available. We are celebrating the release of some new and amazing Bluey books to join the diverse collection already available.
Bluey Shares Activities For Fun Times Together
Bluey is a six-year-old blue heeler pup who loves to play. Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Bluey, along with friends and family, have some fun activities for you and your family to have fun times together.
Abigail and the Making of the Moon | Book Review
Join Abigail on a discovery mission to find out where the Moon came from and how it stays in the sky, in this delightful new book that is perfect for every budding astrophysicist or curious kid. Abigail and the Making of the Moon is the third book in this award-winning series by Matthew Cunningham and Sarah Wilkins.
Book Review | In or Out By Stacy Gregg
Dog wants in. He’s trying to build blocks, play with his cars and finish his painting masterpiece. Cat wants in. No, Cat wants out. In. Out. In. Out. It’s enough to drive Dog crazy! "In or Out - A Tale of Cat Versus Dog: is a hilarious story about friendship, patience and paw-prints is brilliantly written by Stacy Gregg and illustrated by Sarah Jennings.
Besties Work It Out by Kayla Miller & Jeffrey Canino | Kids Book Review
'Besties Work It Out' is a fun and fresh graphic novel series spin-off of the New York Times bestselling 'Click' series, featuring aspiring entrepreneurs Beth and Chanda! Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Granny McFlitter’s Eggcellent Easter | Book Review
Hold on to your bonnets - can champion knitter Granny McFlitter rescue the Easter Parade in the knit of time? Author Heather Laylock and illustrator Lael Chisholm are back with a fabulously crafty story that buzzes with fun and hot cross buns. Find out more about "Granny McFlitter’s Eggcellent Easter".
Granny McFlitter’s Eggcellent Easter Activity Sheets
Granny McFlitter is back and will have you in stitches with the very special Easter story, "Granny McFlitter’s Eggcellent Easter" available now! We're excited to share three fun printable Granny McFlitter activities perfect for some Easter fun at your place!
Running With Ivan by Suzanne Leal | Kids Book Review
From award-winning author Suzanne Leal comes a gripping timeslip novel inspired by true stories. In "Running With Ivan", thirteen-year-old Leo Arnold, yearning to escape the new family he never wanted, is transported to wartime Europe where he must draw on his courage to save himself and those around him. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Children Of The Stone City by Beverley Naidoo | Kids Book Review
"Children of the Stone City" is a thrilling, resonant and inspiring novel about justice, privilege and the power of the young to strive for change. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Applying For A Child’s Passport
Considering an overseas holiday with the family? Don't forget to apply in plenty of time for passports for all travellers. Everyone travelling overseas needs to have a valid passport, including the kids.
Willa and Woof 3: Grandparents for Hire | Book Review
Willa and Woof are back, this time trying to find the perfect solution for kids who don’t have someone to bring to Grandparents’ Day at school. From author Jacqueline Harvey, this story is packed with adventure, imagination and loads of fun!
Waiting For The Storks by Katrina Nannestad | Kids Book Review
The powerful new novel from master storyteller Katrina Nannestad, "Waiting For The Storks", is a story about family lost and found, and the choices we make when we don't have a choice at all. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Funny Kid Catastrophe by Matt Stanton | Kids Book Review
"Funny Kid Catastrophe" is the new book in the hilarious, laugh-out-loud children's series from million-copy mega-bestselling author Matt Stanton. Laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series in this new story where a pet purchase becomes CATASTROPHIC! Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Crunch by Kayla Miller | Kids Book Review
Kayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator returns with a new Olive story! In the new graphic novel "Crunch", Olive is balancing the too-many things she wants to do with the too-few hours in the day to do them ... When everything adds up, suddenly it’s crunch time! Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Pages & Co: The Treehouse Library by Anna James | Kids Book Review
"Pages & Co: The Treehouse Library" is the fifth and penultimate book in the bestselling bookwandering series for readers aged eight to twelve. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers
Spaceboy by David Walliams | Kids Book Review
"Spaceboy" by number one bestselling author David Walliams is a breathless cinematic adventure full of mystery, action, laughs and surprises – and a secret that could change the course of history! Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
Get Outdoors – Brilliant Boredom Busters For Kiwi Kids | Book Review
Perfect for a fabulous outdoor summer in Aotearoa, "Get Outdoors - Brilliant Boredom Busters for Kiwi Kids", is a book full of fun ideas to get kids bodies moving and brains inventing.
Have You Seen Tomorrow? | Book Review
If only Rabbit could see all the wonderful things right under his nose today, instead of always looking forward to tomorrow! "Have You Seen Tomorrow?" is a contemporary fable about practising gratitude, mindfulness and living in the present.
Free Kid To Good Home by Hiroshi Ito | Kids Book Review
"Free Kid To Good Home" is a comic-style chapter book about sibling rivalry and a child’s impulse to run away from home - and come back again! Through funny and lighthearted storytelling, this is a useful book to teach young children about welcoming a new baby sibling to the family or exploring playful sibling relationships. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
The Ape Star by Frida Nilsson | Kids Book Review
"The Ape Star" by Frida Nilsson is a heartwarming and unconventional story about love, adoption, friendship, and seeing from different perspectives. In this award-winning chapter book about prejudice and justice, an orphan girl is adopted by a gorilla who lives in a junkyard and a surprising friendship grows between them. Take a look at the reviews from our Young Readers.
12 Poem Starters Inspired By Roar Squeak Purr – A New Zealand Treasury Of Animal Poems
"Roar Squeak Purr" is an exuberant treasury of over 200 animal poems by New Zealand's best writers, many of them children. Now you can create your own poems with these 12 amazing poem starters, designed to inspire a new generation of poets.
Roar Squeak Purr – A New Zealand Treasury of Animal Poems | Book Review
If your kids think poetry isn’t for them, Roar Squeak Purr will cure that thought forever! This exuberant treasury brings together over 200 animal poems by New Zealand's best writers, many of them written by children.
Movie Review | Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile
"Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile" - a delightful live-action / CGI musical comedy based on the best-selling book series by Bernard Waber - will be in New Zealand cinemas from 6th October 2022. Amy, a serious movie buff, was invited to a preview. She took along five kids from 5 years old to teenagers and shares with us what they all thought.