New Releases by Mem Fox

THE MILLION COPY BESTSELLER WINNER OF THE CBCA BOOK OF THE YEAR - EARLY CHILDHOOD Celebrate 20 years of Where is the Green Sheep? with a delightful, limited edition touch-and-feel book. Here is the blue sheep, and here is the red sheep. Here is the bath sheep, and here is the bed sheep. But where is the green sheep? Join the hunt for the green sheep in this joyful, interactive touch-and-feel book, with plenty for little hands to explore on every page.

Celebrate 20 years of the million copy bestseller by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek with a special limited edition sticker activity book. Join in the fun with stickers to place, puzzles, colouring-in pages and much more! Here is the blue sheep, and here is the red sheep. Here is the bath sheep, and here is the bed sheep. But where is the green sheep?

One day, after another hearty meal, Meerkat decided to leave his burrow and take a walk. But he found himself, all at once . . . stuck fast!'' Mother of all meerkats!'' he said. And that is where the mayhem began...

A beautiful and gentle story about life and death from beloved author Mem Fox, illustrated by rising star Freya Blackwood; its star imagery, and sense of rebirth make it a perfect choice for the holiday season. In this touching and timeless story, a star falls to earth where it becomes a baby and is embraced and cared for by the community. Renowned author Mem Fox''s tender text about the journey of life is beautifully rendered by Freya Blackwood whose luminous illustrations capture the warmth and complexity of growing up. This a unique and moving story to be cherished by all ages and shared for generations to come. "Mem Fox''s books are like a warm blanket; they have a way of making the world seem a little cosier." --Sunday Age (Australia)

Join a little boy searching the farm for his breakfast one fine morning in this charming picture book from bestselling author Mem Fox and award-winning illustrator Christine Davenier. Early one morning, a little boy sets out to find something for his breakfast. He searches the farm for it. Could it be by the gate? In the truck? In the haystack? Little ones will delight in seeing barnyard animals and guessing what it is the little boy is searching for until he finally finds it and settles in for a delicious breakfast with his grandmother.

Come along as a pair of rhyme-loving siblings take a walk and are inspired to recite their favorite nursery rhymes to the world around them in this sweet and funny read-aloud. Bonnie and Ben are two rambunctious siblings who love to rhyme. One day, on a walk with their friend Skinny Doug, they recite beloved nursery rhymes for each new thing they encounter. When they reach a hill, they recite “Jack and Jill.” When they see a sheep, they recount the story of “Little Bo Peep.” The nursery rhyme characters join them on their lively walk until, with a last “Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star,” the pair arrive home and snuggle into bed.

Roly Poly the polar bear gets a little brother he did not ask for, in this charming story about sibling rivalry and the bonds of family from the beloved picture book creators of Time for Bed, Mem Fox and Jane Dyer. Roly Poly the polar bear loves being an only child. His bed is only his. The fish he catches are only his. And he doesn’t have to share his toy walrus tooth with anyone. But then along comes baby Monty. Roly Poly did not ask for a little brother and he certainly does not want one now! What is Roly Poly to do when Monty starts making him share his bed and fish and walrus tooth?

From beloved Australian author Mem Fox comes a timely picture book about how all of our lives are enriched by the vibrant cultural diversity immigrants bring to their new communities. What journeys we have travelled, from countries near and far! Together now, we live in peace, beneath the Southern Star. Inspired by the plight of immigrants around the world, Mem Fox was moved to write this lyrical and rhyming exploration of the myriad ways immigrants have enriched her home country of Australia. Young readers everywhere will see themselves—and their friends and neighbors—in this powerful and moving picture book.

Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults. Mem Fox''s lovable characters, little Hush and Grandma Poss, and Julie Vivas'' exquisite illustrations weave a story of pure magic. Continuously in print since it was first published by Omnibus Books on 31 March 1983, Possum Magic has been embraced as a timeless Australian tale and as Australia''s most-loved children''s picture book. Julie has retouched and recoloured her illustrations, so that the images are now truer to the original artwork than ever before. The book itself has been redesigned and completely reset.

I''m Australian! How about you? Many people from many places have come across the seas, to make Australia their home. How Australian is that?

Invites the reader to search for Ladybug, who loves to hide.

A boy and his favorite stuffed animals share their days with one another in this cozy bedtime picture book with audio from Mem Fox. There was once a boy who loved bedtime. What could be more wonderful than sharing bedtime with beloved friends? The little boy in this gentle and fun story loves to talk to his stuffed animals each evening and share with them all the things that happened to him that day—and to hear about their days, too. From bestselling author Mem Fox and award-winning illustrator Lauren Stinger, here is a celebration of imagination, play, friendship, and coziness certain to touch a chord with young children everywhere. Includes audio!

These monkeys are on the move! A playful, rhyming picture book from an award-winning team. Two little monkeys playing near a tree, One named Cheeky, and one named Chee. Look out, Cheeky! Look out, Chee! Someone’s prowling—who could it be? Can two clever monkeys outwit a hungry creature who’s on the prowl for a tasty lunch? And just who is this hungry prowler? From bestselling picture book giants Mem Fox and Jill Barton, here is a sweet, surprise-filled story that’s sure to have little ones everywhere leaping with delight!

Illustrations and rhyming text portray the different residents of fairyland and where each one goes to sleep.

A story about many different sheep, and one that seems to be missing.

A retelling, in Spanish, of Whoever you are.

Wombat loves everything about Christmas--especially the Nativity play. He''s wanted to be in it for as long as he can remember. At last he''s old enough to try out. But at the auditions, the first part goes to someone else. So does the next. And the next . . . Will there be a part left for Wombat?

Despite the differences between people around the world, there are similarities that join us together, such as pain, joy, and love.

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As Sophie grows bigger and her grandfather gets smaller, they continue to love each other very much.

Through a series of questions to which the reader must answer yes or no, the personality and occupation of a lady named Daisy O''Grady are revealed.

As darkness falls, parents get their children ready for sleep.

A young koala plans to win her mother''s attention by training diligently for the Bush Olympics.

Lily Laceby is nearly 90 and lives in a remote cottage with her dog, Butch Aggie. One wild winter night she drifts off to sleep. As she dreams peacefully of bygone days, Butch Aggie stirs, hackles raised, hearing strange noises. Who could be out on such a night? But Lily opens the door to a lovely surprise. A delightfully suspenseful story that children will enjoy again and again. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Traditional rhymes. Estimated price.

Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge is a small boy who has a big name - and that''s why he likes Miss Nancy Alison Delacourt Cooper becasue she has too. So when he finds Miss Nancy has lost her memory, Wilfrid determines to discover what memories are so he can find it for her. A perennial classic, perfect for reading aloud.

A story describing Effie''s day at the zoo and what each animal did when she looked at it.

In this very special story, Wilfrid Gordon helps his 96-year-old friend, Miss Nancy, regain some of her memories.Author Mem Fox wrote Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge in the hope of bringing children and the elderly together and it remains a modern-day classic, used in homes, classrooms and even training sessions for volunteers who work with the elderly.

Two Australian possums go in search of the magic that will make the invisible one of them visible.