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HONOUR BOOK: 2025 CBCA Book of the Year, Early ChildhoodIt was still dark when Mr Miller opened the gates of the old zoo, but he wasn't scared because he wasn't alone. He was with Jessie the elephant and together they were going to walk from Moore Park, through the city streets, to the ferry at Fort Macquarie. Jessie was moving to her spacious new home in the soon-to-be-opened Taronga Zoological Park.Jessie's surprising journey was unlike any other and it brought a little warmth to the city on that brisk September morning in 1916.The incredible true story of Jessie the elephant from the bestselling author of Anzac Girl: The War Diaries of Alice Ross-King and the highly acclaimed illustrator of Anzac Biscuits.

Can you see the forest on this misty-morning mountain? Can you see where the tree stands? It is the tallest in this forest of tall trees. This tree is older than those who find it, younger than the land it grows from. Between sapwood and heartwood, water rises and energy flows. Listen to the leaves bustle. Smell the forest air. This is the world of the tree.In the vein of Iceberg - marrying deep scientific research, lyrical language and stunning illustrations - multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft return with a change in environment, from ocean to land. Their new collaboration follows a mighty tree, from the bottom of its roots up to the tips of its upper branches. Iceberg won the CBCA Picture Book of the Year Award and was a Notable Book in the Eve Pownall Awards. 'Tree invites readers into the forest, asking them to close their eyes to imagine the sounds and breathe in the fresh air. Curious young minds aged 5+ will lap up this journey of discovery.' Books+Publishing

How do we end up with different ideas and opinions? How can we talk about these ideas and opinions with each other even when we disagree?Such as:-When I read, see or hear something, how do I know if it's true or false? -What if I'm right and my friend's wrong? How do we stay friends?- Is it okay to change my mind? Dr Matt explains how to avoid confirmation bias and us-vs-them thinking, and how to stay calm and show respect to others in the heat of an argument, along with tips on how to debate. Included are some thought experiments to do at home or in the classroom that will help kids speak their mind without losing their cool.Dr Matt Agnew is a popular author and commentator on TV and radio including appearances on The Morning Show, ABC News Breakfast, ABC Melbourne, Wave FM, Triple J and popular podcasts such as Dr Karl's Shirtload of Science.'Public speaking is an essential life skill ... the simple approach to complex concepts makes this text ideal for Stage 3-4 Classrooms. Whether it is a Public Speaking Unit or an extra-curricular program, you are sure to find something that can help guide the next generation of movers and shakers.' Ruth R. ( Secondary Teacher NSW)'Fabulously informative ... In a world full of misinformation, this book is a terrifically valuable tool for all ages.' Good Reading Magazine What you'll learn to do in this book: Sharpen your thinking Debate like a pro Choose the right words Change your mind Exercise your brain Take deep breaths Listen with care Perfect for: - Readers aged 10+ - The curious kid with big thoughts and strong feelings- The keen and not-so-keen debater and public speaker - Parents, teachers and librarians looking for fun and accessible resources that encourage critical and mindful thinking, effective communication and informed and responsible consumption of media - Anyone who wants to know more about public speaking, critical thinking and debating Content includes: Do you want to win an argument? Nature or nurture? What about the social media algorithm? How do you know what's true and what's false? What if you're right and your friend's wrong? How can you argue without getting into a fight? Do you have to agree with your friends? Can you change your mind? How do you regulate your emotions? What if your friend is down a rabbit hole? Praise for Is My Phone Reading My Mind: - 'A must-have guide for tech-challenged parents (like me) and their better-informed kids!' Jessica Rowe - 'Should be compulsory reading in every school across the country.' Tracey Spicer AM

Good morning Bun!There's lots to do today. Bun and her friends Daisy, Buttercup and Walnut are getting ready for a big event ... a carrot cake party! Children and adults alike will delight in this outrageously cute picture book, which features detailed illustrations that readers will love revisiting again and again. Spot vegetables in the garden, find baking ingredients in the kitchen, and don't forget to check out the carrot details in Bun's bedroom - plus keep an eye out for Bun's snail friend, Gary, who has a tiny cameo on every page. A classic in the making, with bright, colourful illustrations that bring to mind nostalgic children's characters like Miffy, Hello Kitty and Pusheen.

SHORTLISTED: CBCA Book of the Year, Early Childhood, 2017Snow on the stockman's hutSnow on the crowsSnow on the woollybuttSnow on my NOSE!It's a big journey through the snow for a little wombat, meeting animals, birds and people along the way... but there's no place like home!A heartwarming story set in the Australian High Country.

WINNER: 2022 CBCA Picture Book of the YearNOTABLE BOOK: 2022 CBCA Book of the Year, Eve Pownall AwardIn the final freeze of an Antarctic winter, green tails wave across a star-full sky, as if to farewell endless nights. If this world looks empty, look closer ... Penguins trek across the ice to their winter homes. As the temperature warms, birds fly above on their long migrations. And with the advent of summer, beneath an iceberg, the sea is teeming with life. Ocean, sky, snow and ice - minute greens and giant blues - dance a delicate dance in this evocative portrayal of the life cycle of an iceberg.'Richly informative and brimming with detailed facts presented in lyrical, sophisticated, evocative language ... Text and image balance each other perfectly in their delicate yet powerful tone. An expert merging of knowledge with grace.' Books+Publishing

Adrift on the Antarctic pack ice with no means of escape and no hope of rescue, Ernest Shackleton and his men are surely doomed. In August 1914, Ernest Shackleton and his men set sail for Antarctica, where they plan to cross the last uncharted continent on foot. In January 1915, his ship, the Endurance, becomes locked in pack ice. Later, it sinks without a trace. To survive, Shackleton and his crew of twenty-seven men must undertake a trial even more extreme than their planned crossing of the frozen continent. Their aim is to make it home against tremendous odds, with only lifeboats to cross the heavy seas of the South Atlantic - and the life-saving power of Shackleton's extraordinary leadership skills.'An incredible true story brought to life in a highly readable style.'- Michael Smith, author of Shackleton: By Endurance We ConquerPraise for AMUNDSEN'S WAY & INTO THE WHITEJoanna Grochowicz's narrative non-fiction brings to life characters and events without skimping on historical fact. While the extensive research underpinning the book is apparent, it is the narrative voice that carries us forward. - New Zealand Review of Books Amundsen's Way is a thoroughly enjoyable and readable story about some very brave people coping with horrific challenges. It is ideal for making young readers aware of the pleasures of long-form non-fiction books. - Magpies 'For thrill-seeking middle school students who love nonfiction adventure stories...the adventures of Scott and his crew don't disappoint.' - School Library Journal

Little Lydia moves from the desert to the big city. Leaving her animal friends behind is hard - but before long she's meeting new ones at the zoo. At first she can't keep up with Tiger, Bear and Gibbon - their skills are amazing. But soon Lydia discovers that learning from others is the best way to improve AND have fun.A joyous and triumphant picture book about friendship, sport, and teamwork by Lydia Williams, goalkeeper for the Australian Matildas.

Little Lydia loves sport. She lives in the outback and is friends with all the animals.When she asks Emu, Kangaroo and Koala to play with her, she soon discovers that each of them has a special talent.But does Lydia have a gift for sport too? And if she does, how will she discover it?A funny and triumphant picture book by Lydia Williams, goalkeeper for the Australian Matildas.