Early Childhood Education

The book speaks to the importance of teacher-student relationships, and our connections as human beings. It shows how creative thinking on the part of a teacher can unlock a child's own creativity, confidence, and growth.

In her room, one little girl can be anything she wants to be and go anywhere she wishes to go, all with the power of her imagination (and paper, markers, and crayons, of course!)

Imagine yourself deep in the jungle, under the sea, in a land of ice and snow, on a farm, in the moonlit bush, on an African plain, in a prehistoric swamp ... then turn the page and find all the animals living there.

A small boy lands on the page and, quite by accident, discovers the joy and wonder of life.

Open the door and discover how that place where we can always be ourselves is like and how does it work. And within your imagination ... what is there?

The girl has a wonderful idea. "She is going to make the most MAGNIFICENT thing! She knows just how it will look. She knows just how it will work. All she has to do is make it, and she makes things all the time. Easy-peasy!"

The two-time Caldecott Honor artist shares "a sumptuously illustrated fable about the magic of storytelling and the power of imagination"

Sarah loves her two grandmas – Grandmother Azar and Grandmother Maria. Grandmother Azar tells Sarah stories from the Holy Koran, while Grandmother Maria tells her stories from the Bible.

For many refugees the alphabet represents the start of a new language and a new future, but Anisa's Alphabet is different. A poignant and highly imaginative telling of one girl's story which will appeal to children and adults alike ... Come with Anisa, and see things through her eyes.

The story of how, through talking and learning about each other’s cultures, friendships can flourish and lives can work together harmoniously.

Best among all of Nanu's treasures is the big old chest filled with quilts that tell the stories of the women in Asyia's family.

Based on an actual family event. Children have a way of seeing things differently from adults and offer insights into how the world should be seen by everyone.

Anh Do's inspirational story about his family's incredible escape from war-torn Vietnam and his childhood in Australia, told especially for children.

A little girl explains how families, including hers, come in many shapes and sizes--some with a mom and a dad, some with two dads, some with two moms, and more.

An uplifting story about the power of art, finding your voice, and telling your story even when you're out of step with your peers

Jackson is a boy who likes to wear dresses. Ivy is a girl who likes her hair cut really short. Alex doesn't feel like 'just' a boy, or 'just' a girl. They are all the same, they are all different - but they are all friends. A very simple story that challenges gender stereotypes

Every child is beautiful in so many ways! Expressive illustrations celebrate the beauty in everyday life, and simple text teaches children they are beautiful in many ways, and just the way they are.

. This is a sweet ode to rainbow families, and an affirming display of a parent's love for their child and a child's love for their parents.

This is a story about how your brain is like your fingerprint-uniquely and wonderfully yours.

This is a gentle book that encourage children to tell someone about any confusing feelings that they might be experiencing as a way of healing

All children deserve to be happy. There are loud yelling noises coming from the kitchen. Queenie, the baby quoll, is frightened, and so she runs to Eric Echidna's house for help. Eric shows Queenie how to feel brave, stay calm and keep safe.

This book is about an empowered little girl who has a very strong and clear voice in all issues, especially those relating to her body and personal boundaries.

A memory of a childhood experience prompted this city story. It focuses on the importance of children being aware of stranger danger, being smart and protecting themselves.

My Underpants Rule! is fun, bright and lively, encouraging toddlers and primary children to empower themselves without causing alarm.

These books are meant to be used by parents and mental health providers to facilitate the child's verbalization of their feelings and experiences, thereby advancing the healing process and are aimed at validating the readers' experiences and feelings, thereby reducing feelings of shame and isolation.

This comprehensive, empowering and age-appropriate children's book will teach children about respect, consent and body boundaries.

This beautifully illustrated children's book sensitively broaches the subject of keeping children safe from inappropriate touch.

The answers to life's biggest questions can be found in the smallest places, once you're ready to look. Get set for an insightful (and hilarious) peek into what we can learn from the world of the ant.

This book introduces the natural world and explains concepts such as pollination and fertilization through a lyrical narrative. It looks at an amazing array of flowers and plants from all around the world and the many colours, shapes and scents that exist. Find out all about the wonderful ways in which flowers spread their pollen and so make new seeds!

Matt Chun takes to the oceans to explore Australia's most fascinating sea creatures, from the great white shark to the tiny soldier crab. Matt Chun's unique way of rendering our natural world will spark young readers' imaginations and evoke awe in all nature enthusiasts.

From exploding violets to swimming water lilies, from bouncing conkers to hitch-hiking burdock, plants go on amazing journeys! Discover the many wonderful ways that seeds can travel and watch as they grow into brand new plants.

A lyrical, gorgeously illustrated look at the majesty of trees-and what humans can learn from them Stand tall. Stretch your branches to the sun. Be a tree! .

Why are 1000 trees needed for every koala in a zoo? How do you check a tree-kangaroo's pouch for joeys? Why is a wombat's poo square-shapped?

Earth is the only planet with liquid water --- and therefore the only planet that can support life. All water is connected. Every raindrop, lake, underground river and glacier is part of a single global well.

Our oceans are amazing! They are filled with wonderful sea creatures and are essential for a healthy planet. But it's now estimated that there are more pieces of plastic in the ocean than visible stars in the Milky Way.

The Mess That We Made explores the environmental impact of trash and plastic on the ocean and marine life, and it inspires kids to do their part to combat pollution.

Turn the pages and discover everything you need to know about deforestation and the ways we can tackle it.

A group of friends make their home in a forest. After years of happiness, the community begins to build houses and walls. Soon the adults are not curious about the world beyond. Can the children save the last tree?

Fantastically great women who saved the planet tells the awe-inspiring stories of women who have spent their lives protecting the Earth and all its living things

The inspiring true story of how one African woman began a movement to recycle the plastic bags that were polluting her community. Plastic bags are cheap and easy to use. But what happens when a bag breaks or is no longer needed?

Nine different habitats and forty-five fascinating creatures feature in this spectacular portrayal of the rare and fragile beauty of North Queensland. Search through the ecosystems, discover the unique creatures and find out how these environmental worlds interact.

Lift the lid on eight animal habitats to see the extraordinary natural stories that happen above and below the surface. From the rainforest to the ocean and the macro to the micro, lift the flap to explore the fascinating relationships occurring in each of the world's ecosystems.

readers are introduced to the wide range of weather in Australia, with bite-size pieces of information presented alongside graphic illustrations to entice young readers.