Cirrus@Austlit

'Whether it’s summer, autumn, winter or spring, there’s always fun to be had outside!

'In this beautifully illustrated celebration of the four seasons, we travel far and wide and delight in the magic and wonder of outdoor play.

'Lisa Stewart’s mesmerising collage and Kaliah Tsakalidis’ rhyming text will evoke interest in faraway places and a love for the natural world.' (Publication summary)

'There are not many dugongs left in the world now. But what if humans freed the sea from nets? What if we cleared it of rubbish so that seagrass could flourish again and dugongs could feed?

'A beautiful and thought-provoking picture book about dugongs - the mysterious creatures who were once mistaken for mermaids. Deborah's Kelly's beautiful, lyrical writing brings these animals to life, and highlights the dangers they face, inspiring young readers to care for and protect our natural world. Lisa Stewart's gorgeous illustrations capture the beauty of these gentle and endangered creatures.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Under the rock shelf, through ribbons of weed,
Across the sandbar, where the stingrays feed,
Over the coral, lit bright by the sun,
Three little mermaids begin to have fun.

'Follow three little mermaids as they dart and twirl under the sea, and find out what happens when they come across a SHARK!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Wibble wobble, walking tall.

'Wibble wobble, tumble fall.

'From talented creative duo Jen Storer and Lisa Stewart comes the perfect bedtime book for young families.

'Filled with the joyful moments of a toddler's day as they discover and explore their world, this book is guaranteed to become a firm family favourite!'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Ocean babies in the deep, waves are rocking them to sleep. 
Listen as the deep sea sighs, that's the ocean's lullaby. 

'From the creators of Outback Lullaby, Bushland Lullaby and Rainforest Lullaby comes this soothing tale. Ocean Lullaby is the perfect bedtime companion.'  (Publication summary)

'Two small children discover the beauty and wonder of nature in their very own backyard in this beautifully illustrated story from award-winning author Libby Hathorn.

'Come explore your backyard. Who knows what you'll find? A butterfly, a frog, a bird ... maybe even a dinosaur!

'A sweet and gentle story that feels as warm as a garden bathed in sunlight, from award-winning author Libby Hathorn and acclaimed illustrator Lisa Stewart.' (Publication summary)

"As the sunset spreads its glow Little Brolga's dancing slow. The outback hums with twilight sounds Numbat dreams of termite mounds." (Source: Back cover)

'‘It was time for Little Bear’s first winter sleep. All bears sleep through winter, said Little Bear’s mother. And we won’t wake until spring, said Little Bear’s father. It’s a big, big sleep.’

'Little Bear is in the cave with his mother and father, who have settled down for their big winter sleep. But Little Bear has a problem - he can’t get to sleep! He snuggles and sings and softly strokes his ear. Will Little Bear be able to get to sleep before springtime?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Can a dragon make the toymakers' luck change? Can a dragon pull Santa's sleigh? And will the dragon family get their Christmas feast? Find out in these three entertaining, original stories for Christmas, gorgeously illustrated, featuring everyone's favourite magical creatures: dragons! Great for sharing aloud or for children to read by themselves.' (Publication summary)

'A very special picture book about the bond between little girls and their grandmothers.

'When Nana makes pancakes, I spread the jam. I smooth it right to the edges with the back of my spoon, until it looks like a giant orange sun. Then we roll them up tightly, dust them with sugar and lick our fingers.

'In this beautifully written picture book a little girl goes to the ends of the earth to find real apricot jam for her beloved grandmother.' (Publisher's blurb)