Cirrus@Austlit

'Look who's at the dog beach!

Strong dogs, long dogs,

Playing dogs, staying dogs,

Black dogs, brown dogs, go-to-town dogs,

Bit-of-a-clown dogs, upside-down dogs,

Mopey dogs, dopey dogs,

Shaggy dogs, waggy dogs ...

'Going to the beach is a big part of Australian culture and, for many people, so are dogs! This book doubles the fun, celebrating all of the different types of dogs that Australians love, from working dogs to lap dogs. Follow them as they run amuck along the sunny shores of Australia.

'With bright and dreamy illustrations by Annie White, this short, rhythmic story will capture the attention of all beach and dog loving children, and even their parents!

'Educational backmatter closes the book, with sections on huskies in Antarctica, guide dogs, farm dogs, and more. Accompanying this text are images of both fun and wacky, and serious and strong dogs found in the National Library of Australia's pictures collections.'  (Publication summary)

'A picture book series developed with leading Australian mindfulness organisation, Smiling Mind.

'The Camping Trip is the fifth book in the five-part mindfulness-informed series, developed in collaboration with Smiling Mind, Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation in the pre-emptive mental health space.

'Henry loves nature and learning all about it from his favourite thing in the world- his Big Book of Animals. But on a camping trip in the bush, Henry discovers his book is missing! How will he learn about all the fantastic things he finds and sees on the trip without it?

'A wonderful story about being outside your comfort zone and learning new things in new ways.'(Publication summary)

'A picture book series developed with leading Australian mindfulness organisation, Smiling Mind.

'The Inside Day is the fourth book in the five-part mindfulness-informed series, developed in collaboration with Smiling Mind, Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation in the pre-emptive mental health space.

'Milly and her friends love being outside – it helps them to be at their best and to feel sunny on the inside – but a rainy day ruins their outdoor play. Will they be able to find ways to be at their best inside their classroom and to feel at their best inside themselves?

'This gorgeous picture book shows how being present in the moment encourages and strengthens healthy bodies and minds.' (Publication summary)

'The third picture book in a new series developed with leading Australian mindfulness organisation, Smiling Mind.

'Noisy Tom is the third book in the five-part mindfulness-informed series, developed in collaboration with Smiling Mind, Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation in the pre-emptive mental health space.

'Tom is loud. Everything he does makes noise. At the park, Tom discovers different people have different ways of playing – loud and quiet, fast and slow. Tom tries out all the different ways, but realises there’s only one way to show his feelings . . . his way.

'This fun story celebrates all the different ways that people communicate their feelings.'(Publication summary) 

'The second picture book in a new series developed with leading Australian mindfulness organisation, Smiling Mind.

'Super-Me is the second book in the five-part mindfulness-informed series, developed in collaboration with Smiling Mind, Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation in the pre-emptive mental health space.

'Sonny's tutu is his most special thing. It makes him SUPER!
On his first day of school, Sonny has butterflies. He wants to wear his tutu so he feels super again, but nothing goes quite to plan. Will Sonny face his feelings and discover what really makes him super?

'This heartwarming picture book celebrates individuality and community, and shows the importance of acknowledging all our feelings.' (Publication summary)

'The first picture book in a new series developed with leading Australian mindfulness organisation, Smiling Mind.

'The Thank-you Present is the first book in the five-part mindfulness-informed series, developed in collaboration with Smiling Mind, Australia's leading not-for-profit organisation in the pre-emptive mental health space.

'Evie and Lola can’t wait for their birthdays, because birthdays mean presents!
Evie and Lola LOVE getting presents, and they want presents now.
Will they be able to find a way to be thankful for what they already have and enjoy the here and now?

'This delightful picture book explores the different ways and reasons to say thank you, and captures all the warm feelings that we get from showing gratitude and giving rather than receiving.' (Publication summary)

''Blimey!'

''Snakes alive!'

''It's as big as a -'

'As Robbie, Jim, Sam and Charlie set off to try their luck in the Victorian goldfields, they imagine filling their pockets with gleaming nuggets. After months of hard work and disappointment, the four friends are about to give up, when Sam finds something extraordinary buried in the shaft . . .

'GOLD! The wind snatches the cry from a creek bed and blows it to Melbourne town, then carries it across the seven seas.' (Publication summary)

'Have you ever wondered why Henny Penny thought the sky was falling? Well, here’s a story that might just give you the answer. Told from Fox’s point of view this magical tale links fairy story and nursery rhyme characters in a delightful, funny and quirky way. All Fox wants is a tasty meal to fill his hungry belly. But he keeps wandering into the WRONG stories. No dinner for him – just more trouble! Will Fox ever find the RIGHT story?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Farmer Rochelle owns a cow that says moo moo, a sheep that says baa baa, a chicken that says chick chick and a horse that says ... chick chick! What on earth could be wrong with Farmer Rochelle’s horse?

'A playful farmyard story full of animal friends and the noises they make.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Everyone is special in their own way.
What makes you special?
Is it the way you giggle or the way you wiggle?

A heartwarming picture book that celebrates our differences.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Mother Duck is disappointed when one of her little ducklings isn’t as pretty as the other delightful four.The ugly duckling sets out o find his place in the world.' (Publication summary)

'A farmer struggles to get to sleep with all the noise from his farm animals. He finally finds the solution to a good night’s sleep.' (Publication summary)

'After rolling around in the garden, Clementine smells a lot and needs a good bath! But Clementine doesn’t like getting washed ... Where will she try and hide in the house?' (Publication summary)

'This loving picture book highlights the preparation, joy and expectation of welcoming a new baby through a soon-to-be big sisters eyes and shows every baby's ability to bring a family and a community closer together. ' (Publication summary)

'It was 1914 and Dusty and Bluey were headed for adventure. They were Anzacs, members of the Australian Light Horse, on their way to the Great War. The story of Dusty and Bluey is one of family and friendship. This beautifully illustrated picture book is the story of Gallipoli for young readers.' (Publication abstract)

'Charlie's dad is tall, round and soft. Sometimes he growls. Could he be a bear? Luckily for Charlie there's one thing bears do best.'

'Ava loves playing shops. Can she get Billy to buy anything?' (Publication summary)

'Ethan eats everything except peas! What will he do when there's nothing else to eat?' (Publication summary)

'Violet loves watching magic tricks. But when her mum takes her to see a magician, Violet becomes the star of the show!' (Publication summary)