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A powerful story for middle-grade readers

When a sporty teen's leg is crushed in a mountain accident, he has to face new challenges one tiny but huge step at a time. A fast-paced, compelling novel about limb loss, resilience, and finding excitement in the future again.

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Colour your way to calm

Ready for a screen-free reset? This is a cute and relaxing colouring book, with 40+ bold, easy images of daily joys, cosy settings and soothing little moments.

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A children’s version of the global bestseller

This kid-friendly version of The Anxious Generation is packed with facts, stories and secrets that tech leaders don’t want you to know. This book invites kids to step back from their screens and discover how adventurous they can be in the real world.

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A page-turning high school mystery duology

From the author of The Inheritance Games comes this two-book series about cheerleaders who are actually spies. The Squad is pretty, popular and extremely dangerous – getting the bad guy has never looked so good.

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Mystery, adventure and a touch of the supernatural

Josephine Thomas returns to Paris to celebrate a solved art heist . . . until a notorious criminal escapes and new secrets begin to unfold. With ghosts, caves and hidden histories, this twist-filled sequel is perfect for curious young readers.

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Find calm through colour

Immerse yourself in 45 beautifully detailed illustrations to colour, each designed to bring comfort and ease. Ideal for a quiet evening or a thoughtful gift.

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A prequel to the bestselling Inheritance Games

The tragic love story that started it all, this is the story of Hannah and Tobis: star-crossed enemies-to-lovers whose lives set off the course of events leading to the bestselling series.

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Based on the biggest ever Bluey episode

Join Bluey, Bingo and the Heller family in their most special adventure yet with this deluxe hardback comic-style chapter book. Will they be able to stop the house from selling?

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You’re invited – RSVP for fun!

It’s Greg’s birthday, and you’re invited to the chaos. In the 20th Diary of a Wimpy Kid book, Greg Heffley plans the ultimate party – for himself. But when the guest list grows, the decorations flop and the surprises backfire, this birthday bash turns into a total blowout, just not the kind Greg had in mind.

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113th Assist Librarian - The exciting sequel to the 113th Assistant Librarian!

Oliver has settled into his life as the 113th assistant librarian and loves his job. But when he discovers a rare edition of a history book with unique wording, he realises the slightest misinterpretation could endanger the entire kingdom. Will he be able to stop someone from using the text to their own advantage (and stop a war)?

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An inspiring picture book by Jacinda Ardern

Based on real conversations Jacinda Ardern had with her young daughter while she was prime minister of New Zealand, this book celebrates the relationship between working mums and their children. Even when a parent and child are apart during the day, the love between them is unquestionable.

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A brand-new novel in the world of Percy Jackson

It’s been three months since demigod boyfriends Nico di Angelo and Will Solace returned from Tartarus, and there hasn’t been a single quest for them in all that time. So when Nico’s half-sister asks them to help with an ‘issue’, they jump at the opportunity. But the mission is a bit more complicated than they first think – and, somehow, they’re connected to it . . .

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Māori books for tamariki

A fantastic collection of books, from early language learning to books about Māori culture and by Māori authors!

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Learning for little hands

Introducing important first concepts including the alphabet, counting to 10, colours and opposites, this delightful tiny board book collection in a slipcase makes a perfect first library for the youngest fans of Hairy Maclary and his friends.

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Can you help Detective Clue-keko?

Join the hunt and follow the paint trail with Detective Clue-keko as the pūkeko chaos accumulates.

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A new book in the Lottie Brooks series

Join Lottie as she battles the mean girls, takes on school injections and even more extremely embarrassing moments. With a foolproof plan, Lottie is ready to get back at Amber before

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Dreamslinger

Enter a world of secrets and spells, dragons and phoenixes; a place where your wildest dreams — or your darkest nightmares — come to life . . .

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Anahera: The Mighty Kiwi Mama

The true story of one big, fierce māmā kiwi, two caring communities, three conscientious kiwi dads, over 60 thriving chicks, and a wild kiwi population restored after 150 years!

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The Girl and the Ghost - A French village, new friends and a ghost!

When almost-thirteen-year-old Josephine Eloise Thomas moves from Sydney to a chateau in the southwest of France, she doesn’t expect to find a beautiful gold locket with the ghost of Louis XVII trapped inside!

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Can Giraffe Junior come up with a plan to save the beautiful garden – and to save Giraffe’s neck?

Explore the plantings and smell the roses in this delightful picture book that will inspire the next generation of gardeners!

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Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm

When a purler of a storm tears apart the campground, champion knitter Granny McFlitter is determined to stitch it back together. But there’s a bothersome goat chasing after her tasty knitting, and she’ll need to be more creative than ever before...

HONK! HONK! TOOT! TOOT!

A picture book bursting with fun by Storylines Gavin Bishop Award winner Kaye Julian and leading New Zealand author Kyle Mewburn.

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Learn with Ms Rachel

Explore these wonderful and bright books from every toddler’s favourite teacher and YouTube star Ms Rachel!

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10 Favourite Fairy Stories and Original Tales

Comprising over two hundred pages of fabulous storytelling and stunning artwork, children will be spellbound by this beautiful hardback gift treasury of ten favourite fairy tales and original stories by the acclaimed Gavin Bishop.

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Explore the most dangerous library in the city

Oliver Wormwood is sure his new job in the library will be boring, but by the end of his first day, Oliver has witnessed a death, been frozen by a book, met a perplexing number of cats, and fought off a horde of terrifying creatures.

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Maori wisdom for our young ones

Māori child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Hinemoa Elder has shaped her beloved book Aroha into this special collection of whakataukī and whakatauakī for mokopuna of all ages.

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Hot Mess: Diary of a Wimpy Kid

Can Greg unpack all of his family’s mysteries before their vacation is over? Or will he just stir the pot? This sidesplittingly relatable summer story is the funniest Wimpy Kid book yet!

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Where will Hairy Maclary play today? You can decide!

Hairy Maclary and his rollicking gang are always getting up to mischief. Join them on their adventures in this fun-filled magnet book

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Did you know there were Bluey books alongside the TV show?

Along with her friends and family, Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure.

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Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat

In this hilarious full-colour graphic novel, Cat Town’s best kitten detective is on the case – of his very own missing hat!

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The Proud Puteketeke

What happens when a pūteketeke egg turns up in a duck's nest? Find out in this entertaining picture book raising funds for Aotearoa New Zealand's Bird of the Century!

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Where is Hairy Maclary?

Lift-the-flap, hide-and-seek fun with mischievous Hairy Maclary and all his friends!

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An exciting new Mr McGee adventure

In a return to this classic picture book series, Mr McGee is getting ready to go and play when a strong wind blows him, his hat, his cat and his bed high up in the air. When they finally come down again, Mr McGee’s hat is mysteriously missing…

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Nanny Rina's Amazing Nets

A heartwarming story about aroha, whānau, passing down traditional knowledge and welcoming in the new year – an English translation of the original Ngā Kupenga a Nanny Rina

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Adventure, imagination and loads of fun!

It's time for school camp and Willa is excited. But Tae, her best same-age friend, seems to be keeping a secret . . .

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Aria and the Kumara God

In this exciting return to the world of the Astromancer, will Ariā manage to make the impossible climb up to the stars and free Te Kōkōrangi from Ruatapu's clutches before time runs out?

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A New Hairy Maclary Tabbed Board Book

Meet Hairy Maclary and his rollicking gang in this delightful board book with tabs! Who is covered in spots? Who has a low tum? And who is the roughest and toughest of all?

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Ring Ting Tui

A melodious counting picture book bursting with troublesome tūī, perfect to read aloud!

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The second illustrated chapter book from Bluey

Join Bluey on an adventure in this fun fiction novel. As the Hellers play a game of bus, what could possibly go wrong? Everything!

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Take Me To Your Leader

Can Lucas pull off staging an alien encounter and save his tiny country school from closure? A madcap novel by an award-winning author for readers 8 years and older.

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Nine Girls

An epic story woven with suspense by Pony Club Secrets and The Princess and the Foal author Stacy Gregg.

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Chugga Tugga Tugboat

Spend the day at the port with a very busy tugboat in this colourful picture book, perfect for preschoolers fascinated with boats and ships.

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Lulu and the Dance Detectives

If you ever thought detectives can't be divas, you need to meet Lulu and her fabulous mystery-solving dance troupe!

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Wilson Sisters Adventures 3: Allegiance, the Wild Kaimanawa

Nina's and Lily’s wild horse adventures take off at a gallop when they get the opportunity of a lifetime to help Kelly Wilson save five wild stallions.

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How to Draw Detective Beans

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Oh Brother Activity Pack

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Free Christmas colouring pages (printable)

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Bluey Christmas Colouring!

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Bluey: The Sign Activity Pack

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Mum's Busy Work by Jacinda Ardern - colouring in

An inspiring and heartwarming book about the relationship between a working mum and her daughter by the former prime minister of New Zealand, Jacinda Ardern.

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Bluey Father's Day Activity Sheet

To celebrate Father's Day this year, help Bluey's friends find their dads in this super fun dad maze! PLUS read ALL about your favourite dad in the brand-new Bluey: Dad's Awesome Treasury and our collection of other Bluey Father's Day reads, including Bluey: Pull my Finger and Other Dad Jokes! This content was originally published on Bluey.tv

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Detective Beans: Adventures in Cat Town Colouring-In

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Anahera colouring-in

Colour in these free sheets of legendary kiwi mama, Anahera!

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Giraffe The Gardener Colouring-In

Download and print this free colouring-in page from Giraffe the Gardener by Kimberly Andrews.

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How to throw the perfect Bluey birthday party

Everything you need to throw the perfect Bluey birthday party!

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Xtraordinary People: Unlock your extraordinary dyslexic thinking skills

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Cosy Calm colouring-in

Print this free colouring-in page from Cosy Calm by Cherry Lam.

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The 113th Assistant Librarian activity pack

A free activity pack from the magical world of The 113th Assistant Librarian by Stuart Wilson.

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Bluey Hip Hip Hooray Activity Pack

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Bluey Birthday Card

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Bluey Birthday Invite

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Milestones with Ms Rachel Potty Chart

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Design your dream garden with Giraffe the Gardener!

Design your dream garden and be in to WIN it as an illustrated print by Kimberly Andrews

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Go, Scooter, Go! Colouring-in

Download this colouring sheet from Kaye Julian, illustrator of the energetic and fun picture book Go, Scooter, Go!

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Bluey Easter Basket Activity

Make your Easter egg hunt eggstra special with this Bingo basket template!

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Bluey Easter Colouring-in

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Granny McFlitter Stitches Up a Storm Activity Pack

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