CBCA Early Childhood Notables 2024

Where Will the Sleepy Sheep Sleep?

David Metzenthen

Do you think the sleepy sheep will sleep on top of this wild and windy hill? Baah! No-o-o, this windy hill is far too high and wild for a sleepy…

In stock at 6 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 6 shops

Hardback

When I’m Big

Karen Blair

Filled with humour and imagination, When I’m Big is a delightful, warm-hearted celebration of becoming a sibling.

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

Hardback

We’re Moving Away

Nina Nill

We're Moving Away is the perfect book for any family facing change – no matter how big or how small.

In stock at 4 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 4 shops

Hardback

These Little Feet

Hayley Rawsthorne

In the classic tradition of Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes andKissed by the Moon, These Little Feet will take you and your little one on a joyous journey…

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

Hardback

The Wheelbarrow Express

Sue Whiting

The Wheelbarrow Express is a heartfelt and rollicking tale about the special love between a grandparent and a child.

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

Hardback

The Trees

Victor Steffensen

Take a walk with Uncle Kuu in The Trees, a picture book about caring for Country and respect for Indigenous knowledge.

In stock at 5 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 5 shops

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The Little Things

Penny Harrison, Hannah Sommerville (Illus.)

The Little Things is a reassuring reminder that there is plenty in the world to make us smile and give us hope.

On days the sunshine stays away,
you wake…

In stock at 3 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 3 shops

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Hardback

The Concrete Garden

Bob Graham

A timely, inspiring and uplifting story about hope and the power of creative expression, from one of the world's most treasured book makers.

In stock at 5 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 5 shops

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Shadow Catchers

Kirsty Murray, Karen Blair (illus.)

A delightful picture book that celebrates the joy of young children trying to catch their shadows - from the creators of CBCA Honour Book When Billy was a Dog and…

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

Hardback

Ruby’s Repair Cafe

Michelle Worthington, Zoe Bennett (illus.)

Ruby loves to fix things, rather than throwing them away. When a shiny new department store opens next door to Ruby’s Repair Cafe, everyone in town soon forgets about fixing…

In stock at 6 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 6 shops

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Our Mob

Jacinta Daniher, Taylor Hampton

Join our yarning circle and listen to our stories. Our Mob proudly celebrates our Aboriginal culture. Our Mob explores Aboriginal culture and how it is practised within families today through…

In stock at 2 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 2 shops

Hardback

Nedingar

Isobel Bevis

This lyrical, dual language picture book from two debut First Nations creators celebrates the beauty of Country and family.

'Please Mum, I want to meet my ancestors, I want to…

In stock at 5 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 5 shops

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Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care

Ali Rutstein, Niña Nill (illus.)

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care is a spirited, funny and empowering picture book to encourage even the most nervous of children to spread their wings and try something…

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

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In the Rockpool

Andrea Rowe, Hannah Somerville (illus.)

One little rockpool.
Two little eyes.
Three little urchins, bobbing with the tide.

Little people love to explore little worlds! Dive into the rockpool with this glittering and gorgeous board…

In stock at 8 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 8 shops

Hardback

Hair!

Hair! is a vibrant and uplifting celebration of wildly different hair – individual colours, textures, styles, lengths and shapes – all of which are cause for applause

Available to order, ships in 5-9 daysAvailable to order

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Gurril - Storm Bird

Trevor Fourmile, Jingalu (illus.)

Based on a traditional story from the Gimuy Walubara Yidinji First Nations people of Cairns, it has been told by many generations.

In stock at 5 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 5 shops

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Grace and MR Milligan

Caz Goodwin

Grace and Mr Milligan is a heart-warming story of grief, love and the healing power of friendship.

Available to order, ships in approx 4 weeksAvailable to order

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Duckling Runs Away

Margaret Wild

A warm, comforting story about a cross little duckling and her mother’s unconditional love, from the award-winning and bestselling team of The Sloth Who Came to Stay.

Available to order, ships in approx 2 weeksAvailable to order

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Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree?

Jane Godwin, Terry Denton (illus.)

'Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.' -- Albert…

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

Hardback

Big Dog is a Big Help

Sally Rippin

Big Dog and Little Dog go camping in this fun follow up to Sally Rippin and Lucinda Gifford's Big Dog, Little Dog.

Big Dog can't wait to go camping with…

In stock at 7 shops, ships in 3-4 daysIn stock at 7 shops

Hardback

Bear and Duck are Friends

Sue deGennaro

Bear and Duck is a story about friendship, confidence, and overcoming the fear of trying new things.

Order online and we’ll ship when availablePre-order now

Hardback

Anchored

Debra Tidball

Ship heads out to sea leaving Tug behind in port. But despite being oceans apart, they remain connected by love. A sensitive yet powerful and useful story about the parent-child…

Available to order, ships in 5-9 daysAvailable to order

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CBCA Early Childhood Notables 2024

Where Will the Sleepy Sheep Sleep?

When I’m Big

We’re Moving Away

These Little Feet

The Wheelbarrow Express

The Trees

The Little Things

The Concrete Garden

Shadow Catchers

Ruby’s Repair Cafe

Our Mob

Nedingar

Ladybirds Do Not Go to Day Care

In the Rockpool

Hair!

Gurril - Storm Bird

Grace and MR Milligan

Duckling Runs Away

Can You Teach a Fish to Climb a Tree?

Big Dog is a Big Help

Bear and Duck are Friends

Anchored