CBCA Eve Pownall Notables 2023

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Hardback

A Is for Australian Reefs

Frané Lessac

A new dive into fascinating facts from best-selling, multi-award-winning author/illustrator Frane Lessac.

Along the coastline of Australia, underwater reefs are bustling with the most amazing sea creatures living on the…

$26.99

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

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Hardback

Amazing Animal Journeys

Jennifer Cossins

A beautifully illustrated title chock-full of fascinating animal facts from our bestselling, CBCA award-winning Tasmanian children’s author/illustrator, Jennifer Cossins, that focuses on 25 animal species from Australia and around the…

$26.99

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

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Hardback

Charlie’s Swim

Edith Wright

‘One morning Charlie was working inside a seaplane. He suddenly heard planes flying overhead, and they seemed incredibly low. Charlie went outside. When he looked up he saw enemy planes…

$27.99

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

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Hardback

Come Together: Things Every Aussie Kid Should Know about the First Peoples

Isaiah Firebrace, Jaelyn Biumaiwai, Keisha Leon

The debut book from Isaiah Firebrace that introduces 20 things every child (and adult!) should know about First Nations cultures.

$24.99

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

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Hardback

Grub

Sandra Severgnini

Far below the rainforest canopy, a grub feels that his body is about to change. Wondering what he will turn into, he looks to his insect friends for answers. With…

$24.99

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Hardback

The Happiest Boy on Earth: The incredible story of The Happiest Man on Earth

Eddie Jaku

Life can be beautiful if you make it beautiful. It is up to you.

Eddie lived with his family and adorable dachshund, Lulu, in the beautiful city of Leipzig in…

$26.99

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Hardback

Hello Every Body!

Samantha Curcio

Hello Every Body! is a joyful encyclopaedia that celebrates the human body in all its many shapes and sizes.

$24.99

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Hardback

In an Artist’s Garden: A Seek-and-Find Book

Claire Orrell

Step into the gardens of celebrated artists from around the world in this enchanting seek-and-find picture book of rhyming verse.   

$24.99

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

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Hardback

Kind

Jess McGeachin

From one of Australia’s most talented new picture-book creators comes this beautiful ode to the wonders of our natural world.

$24.99

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Hardback

Naturopolis

Deborah Frenkel

Naturopolis is a wonderful acknowledgement of the unseen, and the world that awaits the viewer, eager to connect with nature. You don’t have to go far to find what is…

$26.95

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

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Paperback

Oceans of Plastic: Understanding and Solving a Pollution Problem

Tracey Gray

Discover our amazing oceans and their big plastic problem, and become an ocean change-maker.

$29.99

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

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Hardback

Off to the Market

Alice Oehr

A celebration of the joy of markets, cooking, and fresh food.

$24.99

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

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Hardback

On the Trail of the Plains-wanderer: A Precious Australian Bird

Rohan Cleave

The story of the Plains-wanderer, a critically endangered Australian bird that is truly unique!

$24.99

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

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Hardback

Opal and Dart

Vianne Brain

Opal and Dart, beautiful swallows, met as fledglings learning to fly. Together they must travel incredible distances, fend off malevolent sparrows, and build their nest so that future generations can…

$29.99

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

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Hardback

Peregrines in the City

Andrew Kelly,Sue Lawson

The compelling story of these fierce, beautiful birds.

$24.99

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

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Hardback

A Shorebird Flying Adventure

Jackie Kerin,Milly Formby

Strap in for a flying adventure, following the amazing journeys of Australia’s migratory shorebirds.

$24.99

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Hardback

Votes for Women!: The story of Nellie, Rose and Mary

Mark Wilson

From award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson, a stirring story of the women who first won the right to vote in Australia - inspired by real people and historical events

$26.99

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Hardback

The Voyage of Whale and Calf

Vanessa Pirotta

Be immersed in the beautiful story of Calf, a newborn humpback whale migrating with his mother.

$44.99

Available to order, ships in approx 4 weeksAvailable to order

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Hardback

Where Do Babies Come from?

Heath McKenzie

Heath McKenzie brings laughter and fun to the science of human biology.

$19.99

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

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Hardback

Wild Australian Life

Leonard Cronin & Chris Nixon (illus.)

A stunning exploration of Australian animals from the creator of the bestselling Australian Animal Atlas.

$29.99

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Hardback

Wonders Under the Sun: A Collection of Daytime Creatures

Tai Snaith

Including facts and information about the curious creatures found within, Wonders Under the Sun is a delightfully illustrated field guide for all the aspiring explorers, artists, environmentalist and taxonomists.

$29.99

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Hardback

The World’s Most Ridiculous Animals

Philip Bunting

We share our planet with some truly bizarre and flamboyant creatures, from Panther Chameleon to Nudibranchto, who can seem rather ridiculous. The World’s Most Ridiculous Animals shows you the amazing…

$29.99

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