Five little kea exploring in the shed, one fell over and bumped their head. The cheekiest birds in the world are getting up to mischief in Ranger Tui's shed. But what are they planning? Based on the nursery rhyme Five Little Monkeys, Five Little Kea is a fun counting book that showcases the beauty of New Zealand's flora and fauna.

Bind: paperback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 280 x 210 mm

Publication Date: 03-05-2021

When Hazel and her father bake together, her mother says they make the whole house smell like a fancy bakery. And when they bake in the morning, it's absolutely okay to sample the goods- even if it's for breakfast. One day Hazel decides to organize a bake sale for her school, encouraging her friends to contribute to the effort. The results take readers all over the world-from strawberry mochi and pumpkin empanadas to Indian-spiced shortbread and Egyptian basbousa cake. Best of all, each of these treat-along with muffins, carrot cake, scones, and vegan and gluten free items-comes with its own easy-to-follow recipe. The author of a popular blog with the same name, Cynthia Cliff knows how to make recipes look as good as they taste. Her charming illustrations combine the simplicity of folk art with a sophisticated flair. And her down-to-earth instructions accommodate all sorts of substitutions and skill levels. The perfect gateway book to a lifetime of satisfying and healthy baking, Pie for Breakfast will also introduce families to new flavours and treats, opening their palates and their eyes to the delicious ways that baking can bring us together.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 40

Dimensions: 230 x 300 mm

Publication Date: 30-04-2021

Eisha lives with her mother, a ceramic artist, who helps her make a special shape out of a piece of clay. The shape reminds Eisha of her father, of the ocean, of a lemon. As Eisha goes through her neighborhood doing errands with her mother, the piece of clay hardens and then shatters into pieces when Eisha taps it. In poignant and powerful words and pictures, Kenesha Sneed shows how Eisha learns to live with the sense of loss and of the joyful power of making something new out of what is left behind. Illustrated with Sneed's bold colors, graphic lines, and gestural textures, the book celebrates diversity and shares a gentle message that we all have the ability to heal and create.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 44

Dimensions: 230 x 270 mm

Publication Date: 04-05-2021

What's a poem? A poem can be many things. In this ideal way to get children thinking about literature join a group of friendly woodland animals as they introduce the wonder and magic of poetry. Each animal friend offers their own ideas about poetry, from a whisper to a shout to a laugh to a sigh, and then realizes that poetry is an everyday part of our lives. And yes, indeed, a poem can be a firefly upon the summer wind.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 229 x 279 mm

Publication Date: 31-05-2021

Discover the world of Henri Matisse through the eyes of his cat, La Puce. Join him and his two companions, Minouche and Coussi, as they spend their days in Matisse's sunny seaside apartment watching the artist create his paintings. As La Puce observes Matisse painting his masterpiece The Cat with the Red Fish, featuring Minouche, he too longs to be the subject of one of his paintings. After Matisse falls ill and can no longer paint standing up, La Puce tries to coax him back into painting by using himself as a model. When an accident happens, La Puce inspires the artist to create again . . . but this time using paper and scissors!

Bind: hardback

Pages: 40

Dimensions: 229 x 229 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2021

Say hello, garden! The sun is up and it's time to explore the natural world right outside your door. Caterpillars wiggle and butterflies fly as you follow a family on a sensory journey through the sights, sounds, and tastes of their garden. Young readers will delight as they imagine their toes touching the dirt and their hands plucking some kale, in this sweet, sensory experience that captures a day enjoying nature while encouraging healthful eating habits and fostering family bonding. From sunup to sundown, there's always a warm welcome hello to be found among the inhabitants and vegetation of your own backyard.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 152 x 152 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2021

Did someone say birthday party? Poodle's special day is full of surprises, friends, and a little bit of science. Colorful illustrations combine lovable animals and hilarious situations for a simple introduction to opposite word pairings, building vocabulary skills and strengthening early concepts. Don't be late! Join Doodle the Science Poodle as he celebrates his birthday and learns quickly that more balloons can become fewer balloons when you invite a porcupine to your party.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 20

Dimensions: 152 x 152 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2021

Share the delight of a day with Zeki and his daddy! From when he wakes up in the morning, Zeki and his daddy fill their days with tickles, pancakes, dancing, playing and reading. And when it's time to sleep, Daddy's hugs are the snuggliest. This sweet companion to Zeki Loves Mummy is a perfect celebration of daddy love for every day - as well as for special days like Father's Day.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 24

Dimensions: 185 x 200 mm

Publication Date: 31-05-2021

Written by Lavanya Karthik in verse, Cat, Come Back! enlists the reader on a mission to find a cheeky, wandering pet. Artists Ayeshe Sadr and Ishaan Dasgupta's stunning illustrations, displayed in an accordion style, trace the cat's journey around the whole world, only to eventually come full circle.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 101 x 203 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2021

The Platypus is one of the most extraordinary animals in the world. With its duck bill webbed feet and tail like a beaver it is perfectly built for swimming But poor Penny Platypus has never been able to swim and what makes it worse is she just doesn't know why. All she knows is that she's terrified of the water and is cruelly teased by one bully in particular.

Bind: hardback

Pages: 32

Dimensions: 215 x 270 mm

Publication Date: 01-05-2021