Kids

Monday 18 Mar, 2024

Congratulations to our CBCA 2024 Shortlist

Celebrating our 2024 Shortlisted Titles for the Children's Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards!

Friday 08 Mar, 2024

Get to Know Jane Godwin

Learn more about one of Australia's most awarded and respected writers for young people.

Thursday 22 Dec, 2022

The Magic of Reading: Enchanting Stories That You'll Love Too

These enchanting stories are perfect to gift to the children in your life… and you’ll love reading them too!

Thursday 22 Dec, 2022

Preparing to Start School: Easing Nerves and Worries

The new school year can bring all kinds of anxiety - here's our list of books to help!

Thursday 22 Dec, 2022

Empowering and Inspiring: Celebrate Real-Life and Fictional Girls

Our favourite books to share with the young girls in our lives.

Thursday 22 Dec, 2022

Fascinating and Captivating: Books for Curious Young Minds

The perfect holiday reading list for young nature lovers… and for kids who need a little more encouragement to get outside and explore!

Friday 26 Aug, 2022

Hachette Australia acquires two new novels from Danielle Binks

Danielle Binks, via Jacinta di Mase Management, has sold ANZ and UK rights for her next two novels to publisher Kate Stevens at Hachette Australia.

Wednesday 10 Aug, 2022

Are You a Sorcerer? Because True Magic Comes From the Heart

Children’s literacy boils down to four superpowers . . .

Wednesday 10 Aug, 2022

Three Tips for Writing Your Own Magical Prophecy: The Science of Poetry

If you’re looking for a fun way to explore science, creativity and adventure, writing a prophecy may just be it!

Tuesday 09 Aug, 2022

Wednesday Weeks STEM Themes & Activities

STEM themes and the great activities and missions that are perfect for a classroom setting.

Sunday 20 Mar, 2022

Books to Read This Harmony Week

Wonderful books about inclusivity, kindness and respect that are perfect to read and celebrate this Harmony Week.

Friday 03 Dec, 2021

Books to Read on Christmas Eve

'Twas the night before Christmas and all through the house… were magical books, perfect for curling up together and reading.

Thursday 02 Dec, 2021

Books With Inspiring and Empowering Girls

We’ve put together a great list of books that celebrate girls and all their sporty, brave, magical, and scientific qualities and attributes! Who’s ready to take over the world?

Thursday 02 Dec, 2021

Books to Read on Your Camping Trip

If you’re taking the kids camping in the wild this summer, or even if you’re pitching a tent in the backyard, then this is the book list you need.

Thursday 02 Dec, 2021

Books That Share the Magic of Reading

Creating routines and rituals around books will turn even the most reluctant readers into children who love of stories. Here are 6 enchanting stories to share with the children in your life… and you’ll love reading them too!

Thursday 02 Dec, 2021

Books That Will Expand Your World

Feel like escaping these holidays? Dreaming of travelling again? This fantastic list of books will take you around the world without leaving home.

Monday 29 Nov, 2021

Books for Junior Naturalists

This is the perfect holiday reading list for young nature lovers… and for those kids who need a little more encouragement in that area.

Monday 29 Nov, 2021

Books to Captivate Young Imaginations

Looking for some books to share? You can’t go past this list of guaranteed captivating reads!

Friday 20 Aug, 2021

Activities & Crafts for Book Week At Home

Many of us are celebrating Book Week in isolation this year, but fear not! There's plenty of book-inspired crafts and activities for the kids to enjoy from home.

Friday 30 Jul, 2021

Make A Paper 'Bin Chicken' Hat

In 12 easy steps, you'll learn how to make a splendid bin chicken or Ibis hat using cardboard and paper.