AustLit

'Marlow Brown: Magician in the Making follows Marlow as she explores becoming a magician and sets out to show her parents what a serious and spectacular magician she really is. Marlow is again joined by her family, friends and teachers who help her demonstrate her skills, even if they don't realise they have become part of the act.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Frankie is a superstar. He loves to join in the fun at Miss Peta and Miss Connie’s kindergarten: playing, reading, learning, singing and dancing.

'Find out all about Frankie’s day at kindy — and watch out for cheeky George!' (Publication summary)

'Marlow Brown dreams of being a scientist, but when her chaotic home experiments drive Mum crazy, Marlow runs the risk of being banned from experimenting altogether. Surely there must be something she can do to keep on Mum's good side while still continuing to follow her dream.'

Source: Bookseller's blurb.

'Henry's sister is good at everything, particularly netball and Henry wants to find the sport he is good at.Henry is not built for Aussie Rules footy. He scores for the wrong team in basketball and is left floundering like a fish at the swimming carnival. He declares himself officially hopeless at everything. Grandma Lulu confuses him with her never-ending sayings and suggests Henry look outside the square whatever that means! When he takes her advice, he soon discovers what he is really good at.' (Publication summary)

'Whats special about your Grandpas place? Join Josh and his grandpa as they enjoy a wonderfully busy day together. Following on from the success of Grandmas Place comes Grandpas Place, a celebration of the relationship between a young boy and his Grandpa. ' (Publication summary)

'Anna Simpson insists that her best friend Zach Santisi help her find the culprits. However, Zach must also care for his numerous pets and cope with his dad threatening to sell them if his next report card isn’t better. Just about everyone these young detectives come across has a motive and as time goes on there are more and more fires and more serious confrontations...

'Based on actual crimes committed by youngsters, this is the first of a series featuring Anna and Zach, Private Eyes (A~Z PIs).' (Publication summary)

'This book, in Guinness Book of Records style, tells the remarkable true stories of some of Australia’s youngest heroes.

'At different times and in different ways, these brave, clever, adventurous, creative, athletic, caring or enterprising young Australians have done something amazing.

'The stories are accompanied by quirky cartoon illustrations that will amuse children.

'The book includes a range of incredible stories from the 18th Century to the present day.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'“How does your Grandma cuddle you?”

'This is just one of the many questions a child will encounter when they experience Grandma’s Place. Grandma’s Place is an interactive picture book, which encourages children to explore, and reflect upon the special bond they share with their Grandparents. On a visit to Grandma’s Place Jess experiences and creates memories that will last a lifetime.' (Publication summary)

'When a little old lady dropped a $2 scratchie, Nathan swooped on it. " Scritch, scratch! Birthday Boy," a voice whispered eerily. " Give me back my scratchie..." What follows is a real page turning horror!' (Publication summary)