Sick of their mean teacher, who cancels a fun school excursion, Robo-Teacher follows friends Hazel, Aki and Sparks who get the idea of building a robot teacher to replace her. But their brilliant plan backfires as the high-tech teacher goes completely haywire and wreaks havoc across their town, Plankton. I give this book 5 out …
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The Aussie 12 days of Christmas by Brentos
I really liked the illustrations in the Aussie 12 days of Christmas, the colours were engaging and the pictures were fun. It was so different and pleasing to read an Australian version. It is great for ages 3-5 to learn a favourite Christmas carol, particularly if they are starting to learn their numbers. I would …
Kev and Trev by Kylie Howarth
The story of Kev and Trev is an amazing and interesting tale. The characters begin their journey at their house, but slowly the setting switches to the jungle in preparation for the next book in the series. I loved this book because it included loads of hilarious jokes and the illustrations splashed across the pages …
Hello Spring Baby by Jess Racklyeft
The story Hello Spring Baby reminds us of the power of gratitude and the connection we have to people as we move through life. It teaches us that when you don’t succeed, we must keep trying because in the end, there is a lesson to be learned. It captures the idea that the people who …
Wildsmith: into the dark forest by Liz Flanagan
Just like Joe Todd‑Stanton’s illustrations, this book has a magical and inviting feel that pulls you in straight away. The plot is full of exciting twists that keep the story moving and make you want to keep reading. Wildsmith: Into the Dark Forest also shares an important message about accepting yourself and the changes happening …
Big Animal Bush Bash by Brentos
Just by looking through the pages, I assure you that you will love this book. Big Aussie Bush Bash tells a story about a koala named Snags who invites many animals to a party. At first there are quite a few animals, but at the end the few turn into an uncountable number of animals …
The monsters next door by Kate Alice Marshall
The Monsters next door is a stunning book for readers who are looking for a heartwarming thriller! From the authors immense descriptive language to her attention to detail, this book is truly amazing. The story is set in what seems a nice, normal town, however Charlie Greer senses that something is terribly off about her …
The butterfly house by Harry Woodgate
The butterfly house is an excellent read for children. When a young girl named Holly helps a person find their way out of the thorny branches, she discovers that there is beauty in everything. The story expresses the hidden message of the silent battles people are facing. By linking depression to weeds that grow, the …
Guess how I was born by Susanne Gervay
This book is about a little girl called Violet who is having a dress up party with her friend. This book makes me think about different families. I would recommend this to a person who is curious and likes solving mysteries. I would rate this book a 5/5 for its humour and creativity. It would …
Rainbow Street by R.W.R. McDonald
Rainbow Street is a fantastic book for young readers. Its simple, yet important, moral of inclusion mixed with with Kelly Canby’s excellent illustrations is what makes this book unique. Kids will read this book and be blown away, while learning more about inclusion. R.W.R. McDonald has definitely done his research about other cultures, as there …