VIVA BOOKS

The Story Orchestra: Four Seasons in One Day by Jessica Courtney Tickle (Illustrator); Jessica Courtney-Tickle (Illustrator); Fanny Ducasse

$27.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: The\Story Orchestra Ser.

Discover what it would be like to travel through the four seasons in one day, following a little girl called Isabelle and her dog, Pickle, as they take on the adventure of a lifetime. As a sign of the changing seasons, Isabelle carries a little apple tree with her, and we see it bud, blossom and lose its leaves. Each spread features a musical note to press and a 10 second sound clip from the original score of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. Illustrated by artist Jessica Courtney-Tickle, the book also features a biography of Vivaldi at the back along with a guide to the music. This is the first title in a series of sound books that bring classical music to life for young children.  ...Show more

Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls by Elena Favilli

$35.00 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls | Reading Level: Children's - Grade 2-3, Age 7-8

The beloved New York Times bestsellers and Kickstarter crowdfunding sensations are available on audio for the first time, read by a star-studded fierce female cast including Alicia Keys, Ashley Judd, Danai Gurira, Esperanza Spalding, Janeane Garofalo, Mozhan Marn , Phillipa Soo, Rowan Blanchard, and Sam ira Wiley   Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, Books 1-2 is packed with 200 bedtime stories about the lives of extraordinary women from the past and present, from Elizabeth I to Beyonc . Painters, scientists, dancers, chefs, astronauts, jazz singers, pharaohs, boxers, writers, political leaders...from every corner of the globe Each short biography is written in the style of a fairy tale, filling listeners with wonder and with a burning curiosity to know more about each hero.Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, Books 1-2 will inspire young girls (and their mothers, their aunts, their cousins...) to be confident, to dream big, to cultivate their strength. Trade in princesses for presidents. Swap out Cinderella for Cleopatra tonight.Includes a PDF of two written exercises: "Write Your Story" & "Draw Your Portrait" ...Show more

The Useful Book (Play School 50th Anniversary Edition) by Play School

$19.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS

A beautiful, retro-esque edition of that Play School classic, THE USEFUL BOOK, published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of this iconic Australian show. The perfect rainy-day book! Packed with activities, recipes, songs and so much more. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Australia's most iconic sh ow with this brand-new edition of the Play School classic, THE USEFUL BOOK. With an introduction from much-loved presenter Justine Clarke and adorable pictures from bestselling illustrator Jedda Robaard, this is not only the most useful book you'll ever buy, but also a keepsake to be treasured. Ages 2-6 ...Show more

How the Turtle Got Its Shell (Little Golden Book) by Justine & Ron Fontes

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book | Reading Level: Children's - Toddlers, Age 2-4

This unique book features stories from around the world that offer different answers to the question of how the turtle got its shell, and includes other fascinating facts about turtles. Illustrations.

The Magic Faraway Tree by Enid Blyton

$27.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS

'This book deserves to be on every child's bookshelf.' - Junior Design Awards A deluxe, beautifully-illustrated hardback edition of Enid Blyton's The Magical Faraway Tree for the 75th anniversary. When Joe, Beth and Frannie climb up to the top of the Faraway Tree, they meet Silky, Moon-Face and the Saucepan Man. Their new friends show them an exciting secret - how to visit lots of strange and magical lands, where they have many thrilling adventures.  Whether they're exploring the Land of Do-As-You-Please to the Land of Tempers, readers will delight in beautiful, full-colour illustrations from the fantastic Mark Beech. This stunning edition of The Magic Faraway Tree was highly commended in the 2014 Junior Design Awards and shortlisted in the Prima Baby Awards. It is a richly nostalgic offering perfect for bedtime reading. Children aged five and up will fall in love with the Faraway Tree. Look out for the seluxe editions of The Enchanted Wood and Folk of the Faraway Tree. Enid Blyton is arguably the most famous children's author of all time, thanks to series such as The Wishing-Chair, The Faraway Tree�, The Mysteries, The Famous Five and The Secret Seven. Enid takes her place alongside Roald Dahl, Beatrix Potter, and A. A. Milne as one of Britain's true heritage children's authors.  'Her books were terrific page-turners in the way no others were' - Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse.       ...Show more

How Do Penguins Play? (Little Golden Book) by Elizabeth Dombey

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book

This playful rhyming Little Golden Book asks, "How do penguins play?" Children will delight in watching bear cubs, seals, penguins, monkeys, and other animal friends frolicking joyfully with each other. Adorable pastel illustrations show these animals playing king-of-the-hill, keep away, and other fun a nd familiar games. ...Show more

Lasso the Moon (Little Golden Book) by Trish Holland

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Books

The Boy and the Tigers (Little Golden Book) by Helen Bannerman

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book

When a little boy named Rajani ventures into the jungle, he runs into several tigers who make him give them his fine new red coat, blue trousers, purple shoes with crimson linings, and even his green umbrella! But Rajani outsmarts the tigers in the end, in this kinder retelling of Helen Bannerman s "Lit tle Black Sambo." New illustrations and non-offensive names and character depictions make this story lovable again." ...Show more

The Saggy Baggy Elephant (Little Golden Book) by Golden Books Staff; Byron Jackson; Gustaf Tenggren (Illustrator)

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book Ser. | Reading Level: Children's - Grade 2-3, Age 7-8

After a parrot makes fun of Sooki's big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the "saggy baggy" elephant isn't too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful "one-two-three-kick." For over 50 years, parents and children have treasured this tale, with gorgeous art by Gustaf Tenggren, the illustrator of The Poky Little Puppy. ...Show more

I Can Do it! (Little Golden Book) by Trish Holland

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Books

Holly's not a baby anymore. She can dress, eat, and clean up all by herself . . . almost! Holly's eager to dress herself and brush her own hair--and she almost, kind of, nearly succeeds. When her clothes end up mismatched or her hair is sticking up, her family is always ready to step in and help. But th ere's one thing she does perfectly: she hugs Daddy good night before going right to sleep! This sweet, simple story is one that all preschoolers will relate to. ...Show more

Tootle (Little Golden Book) by Golden Books Staff; Gertrude Crampton; Tibor Gergely (Illustrator)

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book Ser. | Reading Level: Children's - Grade 3-4, Age 8-9

Tootle, a young train in training, begins leaving the tracks to cavort in the meadow until engineer Bill figures out a way to lure him back.

My Little Golden Book About God (Little Golden Book) by Jane Werner Watson; Eloise Wilkin (Illustrator)

$4.99 AUD

Category: CHILDREN'S CLASSICS | Series: Little Golden Book Ser.

This poetic book illustrates how even the tiniest things that we might take for granted, like the "jewels on the insect's back," are part of God's great plan. A comforting, gentle introduction to the concept of God, it is one of the most beautifully written and illustrated books on the Golden list.