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Books
The books listed in these pages are award-winning, recommended or classic books... categorised as books for parents, teens, intermediate readers and younger readers. Books listed here are also easy to order, and great value for money!
Book: Assignment and Research Skills Handbook
This clear and concise Skills Handbook is aimed at helping students in Years 6-8 to plan, research and complete their school assignments and projects. It is structured to show students how to:
•Read their assignment and define exactly what they have been asked to do.
•Break down their assignment or task into smaller and more manageable ‘chunks’ and then create a work plan to complete all work by the due date. ...read more »
Award Winning Books for Kids and Teens
A number of annual awards are granted by a range of respected organisations and state/ territory governments to celebrate Australian children's literature by recognising books for readers under the age of eighteen. Below are some of the honoured books for 2012.
CBCA 2012 Book of the Year Winners
Enrich your child with the gift of reading! The Children's Book Council of Australia (CBCA) celebrates Australian children's litererature through its many programs, including the Book of the Year Awards. The Children's Book Council Book of the Year winners for 2012 are listed below. Inspire Your kids with these award-winning books. ...read more »
Book: Beating the Bullies
Beating the Bullies
Author: Lucy Blunt
Recommended
Ben is being bullied at school. There is a group of boys who kick him, shove him and call him names. But how can he tell his parents? Will they understand? And what if he tells them and it just gets worse? Designed for 7-11 year old boy and girl readers, this book is both a children's chapter book novel and a resource for parents and teachers.
Book: The Wrong Book
The Wrong Book
Author: Nick Bland
Selected book for National Simultaneous Storytime- 2013
Nicholas Ickle is trying to tell a story, but he keeps getting interrupted by characters from other stories - a pirate, a queen, even some monsters! To get a chance to tell his story, he has to convince the others that they are in the wrong book. ...read more »
Book: Lazing on a Sunday Crafternoon
Lazing on a Sunday Crafternoon
Author: Eliza Muldoon
Lazing on a Sunday Crafternoon is a collection of 52 blissfully simple craft ideas to make with a child helper. This beautiful book will have you creating delightful things out of everyday household items using nothing more than your own time and ingenuity. ...read more »
Book: Ethics 101 Conversations to Have With Your Kids
Ethics 101 Conversations to Have With Your Kids
Author: Michael Parker
Would you rather your child was smart or good? Academic achievement is not the only important aspect of raising children? ...read more »
Book: Big Questions for Little People
Against the Odds
Author: Compiled by Gemma Elwin Harris
Recommended
Children have a knack of asking great, but challenging, questions: Why is the sea salty? How far away is space? Why can't I tickle myself? What makes me me? But how are we supposed to answer them? Imagine if we could turn to a leading expert and ask them to answer on our behalf.
Book: What Your Child Needs From You
What Your Child Needs From You: Creating a Connected Family
Author: Dr. Justin Coulson
What Your Child Needs from You is a practical manual for creating a connected family. This book delivers concrete strategies to help parents build meaningful relationships with their children. ...read more »
