Rhino Neil by
All the animals in the safari zoo are warned to stay away from the huge Rhino Neil. He is a very lonely rhinoceros until one day Tuscany the elephant arrives. Rhino Neil is pleased to have a friend at last.
Amy & Louis by
Amy and Louis are best friends who call cooee across the play area to each other. When Amy's family moves across the world, Louis wonders whether she will still hear his call.
Marsh and me by
Joey is a sensitive and timid boy who comes out of his shell when he meets Marsh, a young girl from Serbia who has built a tree house on his hill. But we soon find out Marsh has a complex story of her own. An exploration of the migrant experience that includes aspects of Serbian culture, music, folklore and language this is a story about feeling that we're not good enough, discovering our talents, finding friends and appreciating differences.
Two Peas in a Pod by
"Marvin and Violet have been friends since they were babies. They are like two peas in a pod. But, then, Violet moves away. With a unique Australian flavour, this story of friendship is both tender and truthful."
Once There Was a Boy by
The disarmingly sweet, simple language in this whimsical children's picture book belies an emotional depth that allows the author to reach out to both the young, and the young at heart. This stunning picture book is transformed into a gently touching grown-up story by the use of sophisticated allegorical elements, such as the heart as love or friendship and the sapotes as forbidden fruit.
Friendship Is Like a Seesaw by
Friendship is a little bit like a seesaw. When a seesaw is even on both sides, it is balanced. But sometimes you might feel up in the air when your friend feels low. Other times, you might feel low when your friend is up. So how is it possible to get a balanced friendship. Author Shona Innes is a qualified clinical and forensic psychologist with many years of experience assisting children in times of trouble. This series deals with emotional issues that children face in direct and gentle terms, allowing children's feelings and problems to be more easily shared and discussed with family and friends.
The Great Big Book of Friends by
Do you have a group of friends or bone best friend? Do you have to be friends with someone even if you don't like them? Have you got an imaginary friend? This book is packed with ideas, questions and jokes.
Henrietta and the Perfect Night by
Hello everybody, it's me. Henrietta the Great Go-Getter, and I'm having a big think. Right now I'm thinking I'd like a baby sister, so I can dress her up in different sorts of hats. But Mum says we'll have to wait and see. I'm terrible at waiting. Meanwhile, I'm an explorer of life, and that includes trees, bugs, animals and all mysteries. I'm going to school for the very first time, which means I might have to go as a spy, so that I can have a secret peep inside...When Henrietta sees Olive Higgie crying in the classroom, she goes on a rescue mission and finds that you only need one friend in a room full of strangers to feel perfectly happy.
Small and Big by
Small and Big are the best of friends but they have very different personalities. Big is loud and confident and certain that it's the big things in life that matter, while the more reserved Small finds beauty in the details. When Small finds himself hopelessly lost in the city, Small and Big both discover what really matters: each other.
Banjo and Ruby Red by
Banjo is a hardworking farm dog and Ruby Red is a haughty chicken, and they never see eye to eye. But when Ruby Red falls ill, the tables seem about to turn. Stunning illustrations perfectly capture the endearing personalities of boisterous Banjo and headstrong Ruby Red.
I just ate my friend by
I just ate my friend. He was a good friend. But now he is gone. Would you be my friend? A hilarious story about the search for friendship and belonging... and maybe a little bit about the importance of impulse control.
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Cyril and Pat by
Cyril is a squirrel. Pat is a rat. No one thinks they should be friends... but why not?
A Secret worth sharing by
Mole's new friend, Mouse, is so special, he doesn't want to share her with anyone and decides to keep her secret. But some secrets are worth sharing.
Under the same sky by
Two children on opposite sides of the world crave friendship. Is it possible to be friends across the miles?
