Chris Nixon Chris Nixon i(A125481 works by)
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1 y separately published work icon Science All Around Us Mei Liu , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Melbourne : Museum Victoria , 2024 27659160 2024 single work information book children's

'How do we know what’s out there in space?

'What do we do with all this poo?

'If we can’t see it, how do we know it’s real?

'This stunningly illustrated book draws on the scientific knowledge of Scienceworks experts, and will inspire readers to see the many ways that science is always all around us.' (Publication summary) 
1 y separately published work icon Wild Australian Life Leonard Cronin , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Crows Nest : Allen and Unwin , 2022 23797200 2022 single work information book children's

'A stunning new exploration of Australian animals from the creator of the bestselling Australian Animal Atlas.

'From a leading expert and talented visual artist comes this celebration of the astounding diversity of Australia's animal kingdom.

'More than one million animal species make their homes in Australia - from the deepest oceans to the tops of mountains and the harshest deserts. But just how do they survive? Discover the remarkable stories behind some of the world's most extraordinary animals in this must-have collection for every Australian family.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon The Australian Climate Change Book : Be Informed and Make a Difference Polly Marsden , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Mulgrave : Lothian , 2021 22587711 2021 single work picture book information book children's

'An accessible and reassuring picture book that teaches children about the specific challenges of climate change for Australia so they can be informed and make a difference.

'Australia is a unique and incredibly diverse natural environment and we are oh-so-lucky to live here. Our country is home to a great number of amazing ecosystems. But things like fossil fuels, greenhouse gases and deforestation are creating imbalances in our ecosystems and causing climate change. Climate changes leads to all sorts of crazy weather and damage to our natural environments and wildlife habitats.

'But it's not too late to fix it! Even small steps can make a difference and you have the power to help.

'A practical and reassuring book for children to help them understand climate change and the ways in which they can make a difference.' (Publication summary)
1 1 y separately published work icon The Bushfire Book : How to Be Aware and Prepare Polly Marsden , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Sydney : Lothian , 2020 19527047 2020 single work picture book information book children's

'An accessible and reassuring picture book that teaches children what they need to know about bushfires so they can understand what's happening and be smart and prepared, not scared.

'Australia is a big country with all sorts of weather. And sometimes extreme weather like bushfires. Bushfires can make a real mess of things. The air fills with smoke. The skies turn red. Ash falls. Precious things burn. But we don't need to be scared, we just need to know all about bushfires and prepare for them. This book will help you understand what causes bushfires, introduce you to all the clever people who are keeping an eye on them, and teach you how to be prepared and not scared.

'A practical and reassuring book for children to help them understand bushfires and what action they can take to feel less anxious and more prepared as Australia faces longer and more intense bushfire seasons.' (Publication summary)
4 y separately published work icon Lights Out, Leonard Josh Pyke , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Melbourne : Puffin , 2019 16655226 2019 single work picture book children's

'A cheeky story about night-time fears from award-winning Australian singer and songwriter Josh Pyke.

Leonard doesn't like bedtime, especially when there's a five-nosed, seven-tailed, eleven-handed, scaly-waily monster hiding in the corner of his bedroom. It seems like Leonard will never sleep again ... until he discovers a mysterious book called How to Frighten Monsters.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.
5 4 y separately published work icon Pandamonia Chris Owen , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2016 9500515 2016 single work picture book children's

'When visiting the zoo, whatever you do, DON’T WAKE THE PANDA! Join in the fantastic fun as one grumpy panda sets off a frenzy of wild partying.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Jake's Cooking Craze Ken Spillman , North Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2013 Z1910186 2013 single work children's fiction children's 'Jake's friends have all gone cooking crazy, but Jake can't understand the fuss until he starts cooking too. Once Jake unleashes his inner chef, there's nothing he won't try, and a school competition provides the perfect forum to show off his new-found skills-with hilarious results.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 2 y separately published work icon Meet...Captain Cook Rae Murdie , Chris Nixon (illustrator), North Sydney : Random House Australia , 2013 6188921 2013 single work picture book biography children's

'Captain Cook was the first European to discover the eastern coast of Australia. Along with his crew on the HMB Endeavour, Cook set out from England with royal orders to look for signs of the great southern land known as Terra Australis, which they chartered in 1788 [sic].


'From Ned Kelly to Saint Mary MacKillop; Captain Cook to Douglas Mawson, the Meet ... series of picture books tells the exciting stories of the men and women who have shaped Australia's history.' (Publisher's blurb)
1 1 y separately published work icon Jake's Concert Horror Ken Spillman , Chris Nixon (illustrator), North Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2012 Z1856427 2012 single work children's fiction children's A school concert sounds like fun. Jake could scamper across the stage in a monkey suit. He could CLASH swords with Jonah. Even being a prince might be okay - as long as princesses are kept well clear. But Mrs Paul has other ideas. And Jake is going to have to kiss a girl - in front of the whole school! Is his teacher really trying to ruin his life? [Source: Publisher's Website]
1 1 y separately published work icon Jake's Great Game Ken Spillman , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2011 Z1856448 2011 single work children's fiction children's 'Jake just knows he's going to be awesome at soccer. He'll run down the pitch, super-fast and much too tricky for the other players. He'll fire the ball at goal like a cannon. But Jake quickly discovers that soccer isn't as easy as it looks. When he isn't tripping, he's slipping. His dribbling looks like bad passing and his passing looks like bad dribbling. Will he ever get his great game?'. [Source: Publisher's Website]
1 y separately published work icon Jake's Balloon Blast Ken Spillman , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2011 Z1856436 2011 single work children's fiction children's Jake has always wanted to fly, it's just a matter of how. Together with his best friend Jonah, he comes up with a fantastic plan to get himself off the ground with very surprising results. [Source: Publisher's Website]
1 1 y separately published work icon Jake's Monster Mess Ken Spillman , Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2010 Z1689964 2010 single work children's fiction children's 'Jake's room is only slightly messy - until he tries to clean it! First Jake empties his sock drawer, his jock drawer and his toy cupboard; then he drags out all the dusty forgotten stuff beneath his bed. Now everything is piled on the bedroom floor and, to make matters worse, it all seems to have expanded! This time, Jake is going to do the job properly. There's a surprise in store for Dad but it isn't the one Jake planned! Packed with fun illustrations, Jake's Monster Mess is the hilarious second novel in Ken Spillman's Jake series.' (Publication summary)
 
1 1 y separately published work icon Farmer Mick Harvest Time Havoc Brendan Casey , Chris Nixon (illustrator), West Perth : Petit Prince Press , 2009 Z1645734 2009 single work picture book children's

'The adventures of Farmer Mick and his colourful cast of farm machines and animals are sure to amuse, inform and entertain all children who love a great story. Harvest time on the farm is always hectic. And things don’t always go to plan. But when a careless mistake halts progress on the very first day, tempers flare and the trouble begins. Mick already has his hands full fixing one problem when another, more serious drama unfolds. And this one requires urgent action, quick thinking and teamwork, if Mick is to save the day.' (Publication summary)
3 3 y separately published work icon Jake's Gigantic List Ken Spillman , North Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2009 Z1628404 2009 single work children's fiction children's 'Jake wants it all. His birthday list is longer than an anaconda and there's no way he's asking for socks or jocks. Nope, this birthday he wants a pirate, a dinosaur and a leopard! Luckily for Jake, Auntie Lyn knows just where to find all three. Packed with fun illustrations by Chris Nixon, Jake's Gigantic List is about discovering the magic of a great story.' (From the publisher's website.)
2 4 y separately published work icon Crocodile Cake Palo Morgan , Chris Nixon (illustrator), Fremantle : Fremantle Press , 2009 Z1606858 2009 single work picture book children's 'Written in fast-paced, catchy verse Crocodile Cake is about a little girl who bakes a very dangerous cake - the kind you have to eat before it eats you.' (From the publisher's website)
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