Stay for dinner by
Reshma loves dinnertime with her family. Her family eat with their hands – not just finger food type eating - but hands-on squishy eating. When she’s invited to stay for dinner at her friends’ places, she finds out that they all eat in different ways. Some go ting ting with their cutlery, and others go click clack with their chopsticks. So what will her friends say when they see her family eat with their hands?
One Love by
In this illustrated version of Bob Marley's song, a young girl enlists her friends, family, and community to transform their neighborhood for the better.
I'm Australian too by
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? From countries near and far, many have made their home in Australia, sharing it with the original inhabitants, and living in peace beneath the Southern Star.
The Black and White Club by
At Heavenly Hippos Wildlife Park the penguins have started a new club...but only black and white animals are invited. Feeling left out, George the Giraffe comes up with his own plan.
One Day: around the world in 24 hours by 
The Kindness Book by
Kindness is thinking about people's feelings and helping them feel good. Be kind to others and be kind to yourself!
Under the same sky by
We sing the same songs, caught on the breeze. We sing the same songs, across the same seas. This heart-warming peek-through picture book celebrates the closeness of the world's communities through their shared hopes and dreams.
Happy in Our Skin by
Just savor these bouquets of babies - cocoa-brown, cinnamon, peaches and cream. As they grow, their clever skin does too, enjoying hugs and tickles, protecting them inside and out, and making them one of a kind. Fran Manushkin's rollicking text and Lauren Tobia's illustrations paint a breezy and irresistible picture of the human family - and how wonderful it is to be just who you are.
Mirror = mira't by
Two diverse countries and cultures are linked by this two-in-one wordless picture book comprising two stories designed to be read simultaneously, the English from the left, the Arabic from the right. Page by page the lives of two little boys are shown, one from an urban family in Sydney, Australia, the other from Morocco. From busy motorways to desert landscapes, these worlds couldn't be further apart yet with the journey of a homemade Moroccan carpet into the Australian boy's home we are shown how these separate lives become intertwined. The theme illustrates how our lives reflect each other and that we are all connected. Includes a short introduction and author's note in both English and Arabic.
Mates by
We're all Aussie kids sharing the same big sky, which makes us MATES. This book is all about us, for you, all our mates out there!
The Horse and the Mysterious Drawing by
Long ago in China, a little boy lived a nomadic life with his family. Hunger and hardship followed them wherever they went. Whenever they tried to grow food by sowing seeds, winter came and all the seedlings froze. One day, while passing by the Yellow River, the boy's white horse suddenly plunged into the river and sprang out of the water with a drawing on its back. Only the boy was clever enough to figure out the meaning of the drawing, and he explained to his family: "This drawing shows the cycle of the changing seasons. The horse wants to help us grow grains to make food. Why don't we do what is on this drawing and sow seeds in the spring, water them in the summer, and harvest in the autumn? In the winter, we need to let the earth rest." Following the farming method on the drawing, people had bountiful harvests year after year, providing enough grain for rice and dumplings. They were able to stay in one place to build homes.
Papas Garden Journey in Our Familys Chinese Garden English and Chinese No Rights by
In this book each page is an exploration of family life and daily activities in a Chinese household where the heart of it is the Chinese garden. Papa finished constructing the garden. Everybody was enjoying it, But I had to help him gather each family member - big brother, big sister, Mama, Grandma and Grandpa - and bring them to a place in the garden for a surprise. What could it be?
Kind by
Imagine a world where everyone is kind. How can we make that come true? This picture book presents the many ways children can be kind, from sharing their toys and games to helping those from other countries feel welcome.
Peaceful Heroes by
With our children we long for heroes. With our children we long for peace. Inspired by these twin hopes, Jonah Winter and Sean Addy have created this tribute to fourteen people who risked their lives - bravely, passionately, and peacefully - to help others and make the world a better place.
The Skin I'm in: a first look at racism by
This delightful picture book explores the difficult issue of racism. The fears, worries and questions surrounding this complex subject are explored in a simple and reassuring way.
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.
I love me by
A celebration of individuality and joyous self-esteem, in bouncy, rhythmic prose and riotous colour.
We are all strong by
No matter who you are, how big, how small, how short, how tall, this book celebrates the power and resilience in all of us, and the many different ways of showing that ... we are all strong
Littlelight by
When bricks start to go missing from the town's four walls, the mayor whips his citizens into a frenzy of aggravation. But when the town's people find the thief, and her motive, they discover perhaps it is the mayor who is the problem.
Black fella, white fella by
This iconic song is one that marks the history of the Aboriginal Rights movement along the way to reconciliation. Though written many years ago, the lyrics have become the inspiration for a picture book project in which school children around Australia were invited to illustrate the meaning of the song. The simple power of the lyrics have been captured in a diversity of styles and motifs by the children's frank images, all filled with the brightness of hope for the song's theme: we are one. It's the kind of book to pore over while listening to the song in the background, something that would make an inspirational experience for children.
Where? by
A heartfelt story that challenges racism from an exciting new voice that is both a cry of pain and a demonstration of inner strength, which takes us on an intergalactic journey past collapsing stars and glowing nebulae to remind us not of our differences but of our shared humanity. Written and read by Jordan Collins with illustrations by Phil Lesnie.
The Proudest blue by
It's Faizah's first day of school, and her older sister Asiya's first day of hijab - made of a beautiful blue fabric. But not everyone sees hijab as beautiful. In the face of hurtful, confusing words, will Faizah find new ways to be strong?
This zoo is not for you by
When a small platypus applies for a vacancy at the zoo, he is taken on a rigorous interview process. But he's far too bland for the chameleons, not nearly graceful enough for the flamingos, and his tricks, quite frankly, will never impress the monkeys. So, disappointed, he leaves. But soon the animals regret being so unkind and join together to welcome him to the zoo. Leading to a very fun party on his PlatyBUS!
Same, but little bit diff'rent by
The story is related by a child living in a Southern city and her friend Normie, who lives in the Top End. As they compare notes about their lives, activities and interests, they discover how very much they have in common, despite their contrasting environments.
People of the world by
Celebrates diversity as it introduces different kinds of people from around the world with full-color photographs and rhyming text.
Hello! by
Yiasou! That's hello in Greek! Or would you like to say hello in Chinese? What about Italian or Korean? Murrinhpatha or Kaurna? Meet 12 Australian friends who can speak different languages. They tell us how to count from 1 to 10, say hello and goodbye and lots of other words in their languages about play, food, hobbies and clothes.
Wide Big World by
Difference is everywhere, just look and see. This whole-wide-big-world is wondrous-unique. A picture book about our diverse and wonderful world.
Mixed by
In the beginning, there were three colours: Reds, Yellows and Blues. All special in their own ways, all living together in harmony, until one day a Red says, 'Reds are the best!' No longer happy with living together, the colours decide to divide. But just as it seems there's no turning back, could the meeting of a cool Blue and a bright Yellow save the day?
Mad Magpie by
Inspired by wise sayings and the knowledge of his Elders, Mad Magpie tells the story of Guluu, an angry magpie who is being teased by a gang of butcher birds. The more he is teased, the angrier he becomes. When Guluu seeks advice, his Elders tell him to stay calm like the river, ignore the butcher birds and to be strong on the inside. Guluu tries this, but the cheeky birds just laugh at him. One day, when Guluu is at the river looking for worms, the butcher birds arrive and steal his food. He remembers the words of his Elders and he tries again - and this time Guluu has a different outcome. He stands proudly at the riverbank and remembers how he used to sing when he was having a bad day. Guluu sings so loud he cannot hear the birds laughing at him and they eventually give up and fly away. From that time on, the animals learnt to use music to create a happy mood and they worked together to stop bullying
Ming's Adventure with Confucius in Qufu by
After finding out that Ming is learning the teachings of Confucius or Master Kong in school, his parents decide to take him on a special trip to Qufu.
The Snake Goddess Colors the World by 
Malala's magic pencil by
As a child in Pakistan, Malala made a wish for a magic pencil that she could use to redraw reality. She would use it to give gifts to her family, to erase the smell from the rubbish dump near her house, to sleep an extra hour in the morning. As she grew older, Malala wished for bigger and bigger things. She saw a world that needed fixing. And even if she never found a magic pencil, Malala realized that she could still work hard every day to make her wishes come true.This beautifully illustrated picture book tells Malala's story, in her own words, for a younger audience and shows them the worldview that allowed her to hold on to hope and to make her voice heard even in the most difficult of times.
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.
Queen Celine by
Celine Beaufort was an ordinary girl. She did ordinary things, On ordinary days, In ordinary ways. But every now and then, Celine was a Queen, Of a kingdom by the sea. Celine Beaufort is queen of what she is quite certain is the most beautiful rock pool in the world. It's perfect. And to make sure nothing ever changes, she decides to build a wall around it. Unfortunately, that turns out to be a royal mistake. As self-proclaimed ruler, it's up to Celine to right her wrong and restore her rock pool to its former glory, this time with everyone welcome
Let's Eat! by
Mealtime is a special time for this large and loving family that makes sure that each day they all come together for the afternoon meal to share stories and break bread.
Grandma's treasured shoes by
Grandma has oodles and oodles of shoes. Walking shoes, dancing shoes, fancy and plain, Grandma has shoes for every occasion. So why are these scratched and dusty old ones so special? Grandma's shoes have a story to tell of life in Vietnam and then a long boat journey to safety.
We are all people by
Whoever we are, whatever we do, however we think, we know this is true: That we are all people, some big and some small, sharing a world big enough for us all. A joyful celebration of difference and all the important things that unite humanity.
Out by
I'm called an asylum seeker, but that's not my name. A little girl and her mother have fled their homeland, making the long and treacherous journey by boat to seek asylum. Timely, powerful and moving, Out celebrates the triumph of the human spirit in the darkest times, and the many paths people take to build a new life. (
Wisp: a story of hope by
Idris is a child refugee, born into a world of tents and fences. He has known no other life than this. He has no memories of the world outside. Then the Wisp arrives, floating in on the evening breeze. Everyone who holds it finds their memories reawakened, their hopes of freedom reborn. But what about Idris, who has no memories? What will happen when he holds the magical Wisp?
My Culture and Me by
Feel the rhythm of the music, from your heart down to your feet. Enjoy the movements of melodies, as clapsticks keep a strong beat. This is my culture. This is me. A heartfelt and stirring story of cherishing and sustaining culture
The Hello Atlas by
Travel through each continent and read simple greetings in different languages - some of which you might have heard of, like French, Chinese and Arabic, and some that you might not have! Fully illustrated scenes throughout show how children share the same everyday activities, whether they live in big cities or small, remote villages - and they all have one thing in common: they want to say hello to you!
The Wheels on the Tuk Tuk by
This delightful spin on "The Wheels on the bus," brings a lively and colouful twist to a classic nursery rhyme.
Hello! : a counting book of kindnesses by 
Under the same sky by
Two children on opposite sides of the world crave friendship. Is it possible to be friends across the miles?
One World Together by
Take a trip around the world, meet children from lots of different places and peep into their lives. This is a delightful story about friendship across nations and cultures, in which one small child visits nine different countries to find a friend - and ends up being friends with ALL the children he meets. Along the way he discovers how children live in other countries and the things they enjoy doing - showing both how their lives are different, and how many of the things children enjoy are the same throughout the world. The countries featured are: USA, Brazil, China, Russia, Kenya, the Netherlands, Sweden, Japan and Morocco.
Welcome to our world by
Children all over the world are very different, but they also have much in common. In this beautifully illustrated book, young children can learn all about what people in other countries eat, wear and play, and how they speak and celebrate. From breakfasts to birthdays, cakes to clothes, and hiccups to hellos, there are so many ways to say and do things - but everyone shares a love of family, friends, food and fun. This delightful book teaches us that despite different languages, customs and traditions, it really is a small world, after all.
Nyuntu Ninti by
'My name is Bob Randall and I'm an Anangu man from Uluru. Not many people know much about us. That's why I want to share some things with you. Things about us. About our land. Things you may not have heard before'. Bob Randall explains the Anangu people's relationship to all that is around them and why we must learn to care for the earth, its plants and its creatures.
People of peace by
Dreamers. Leaders. And fighters for our rights. The top 40 people of peace are here! Learn how these heroes from history changed the world in this book packed with hundreds of incredible facts. From Martin Luther King's dream, to Gandhi's protest, to Nelson Mandela's struggle, discover how each of these people dedicated their lives to making the world a better place in their own unique, and peaceful, way. Who will you choose as your hero
Our Home, Our Heartbeat by
Adapted from Briggs' celebrated song 'The Children Came Back', Our Home, Our Heartbeat is a celebration of past and present Indigenous legends, as well as emerging generations, and at its heart honours the oldest continuous culture on earth.
Culture by
Culture can mean many things. It can be clothes you wear, the language you speak and the customs and traditions you hold dear. It may be the difference between going to the movies, the footy or the ballet. Some cultures we are born into, while other cultures we adopt and make our own. Culture plays an important and influential role in our lives.
Goat on a boat by
When a goat arrives on a rocky island, the resident sheep are afraid he'll eat all their grass. But this goat has hidden talents... This humorous story for children has an important message to convey.
How do you say I love you? by
In every country around the globe, we all have ways to show the people who mean most to us what they ought to know. A celebration of the many different ways we say I love you, in languages the world over.
The Boy who tried to shrink his name by
When Zimdalamishkermishkada starts a new school, he knows he’s got to do something about his long name. When no amount of shrinking, folding or crumpling works, he simply settles for Zim – but deep down, it doesn’t feel right. It’s not until a new friend sees him for who he truly is that Zimdalamishkermishkada finds the confidence to step boldly into his long name.
Common wealth by
Poetry, passionate, yet peaceful, a compelling plea for a future of truth, togetherness and respect.
When we say black lives matter by
In When We Say Black Lives Matter, a black child's parents explain what the term Black Lives Matter means to them: in protest and song, in joy and in sorrow
We are Australians by
What does it mean to be a citizen of Australia?
Same Here! by
if children from all over the world met to share stories about their lives, what would they discover? They would quickly realize that while their lifestyles might be vastly different, they all share the same basic needs: the need to communicate, the need to feel loved and protected, the need to have a place to live, the need to learn, to eat, to play, and to dream for the future.
Room on our rock by
Room on Our Rock celebrates the truth that there are two sides to every story. This picture book has one story that can be read two different ways. When read from front to back, the seals believe there is definitely no room on their rock for others. But when the book is read from back to front, the seals welcome others to shelter on their rock.
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My two blankets by
Cartwheel has arrived in a new country, and feels the loss of all she's ever known. She creates a safe place for herself under an 'old' blanket made out of memories and thoughts of home. As time goes on, Cartwheel begins to weave a 'new' blanket, one of friendship and a renewed sense of belonging. It is different from the old blanket, but it is eventually just as warm and familiar.
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