AustLit

'Sapling Green has always hidden her big secret – her green thumbs. But one day the old schoolyard tree is damaged in a storm. Can Sapling be brave enough to show her classmates her secret and save the tree?

'This heart-warming story is an important reminder that our differences are our strengths, and we should always accept each other for who we are.' (Publication summary)

'Rhino is going to the beach. But then the weather turns bad. Her beautiful day has been ruined! Rhino is so angry she is mean to her friend. Can Rhino learn to manage her anger?'

Source : publisher's blurb

'There is so much bad news in the world. Elephant is worried. So worried that he can't do any of the activities he loves anymore. Can Elephant learn to manage his worry?' (Publication summary)

'Catch up with a girl called Tomorrow —you better be quick because she’s always in a hurry! ‘You’ll catch up with the next day if you keep rushing,’ says Tomorrow’s mother. But when Tomorrow meets worrywart Yesterday and trips over thoughtful Today, her whole world begins to slow down.

'Tomorrow Girl is a quirky tale delivering a timely reminder about the importance of mindfulness and what can happen when we allow ourselves time to be in the moment amidst a modern-day rush. It’s brimming with wonderful teachable moments for children to reflect on how they can be more mindful in their everyday lives and discover new friendships just by being in the moment.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'The Lonely Penguin is feeling lonely because everyone except her has someone to play with. Can her friends help her to overcome her loneliness?' (Publication summary)

'The talent show is on today. Zebra has been practising hard all week. But when Zebras turn comes, he is nowhere to be found. Can Zebra overcome his shyness and perform for his friends?'(Publication summary)

'Grumpy old Mrs Gooseberry from next door has lost her love. ‘I didn’t know you could lose love,’ says Ella. So she begins her quest to find out what love looks like and how she can help Mrs Gooseberry to rediscover it. Her mother says love is like home-cooked pie. Her teacher says it’s like lanterns in the night. Perhaps love might look like a little kitten. Ella and Mrs Gooseberry is a heart-warming picture book about a child’s understanding of love, selfless giving and how it makes you feel.'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Max has dinosaur feet. He must not wake the baby. Stomp! Stamp! Smash! Oh dear! How can he and his family keep their feet quiet, and the baby asleep?'

Source: Publisher's blurb.

'Sadie wants to be a painter, just like her best friend, Tom. She loves playing with colour and finding shapes in unlikely places. But whenever Sadie picks up a paintbrush she makes a big mess. So instead, she spends her time working in the garden or playing with Tom. But, one day, Sadie gets a look at things from a different perspective — and makes a big discovery about herself and her own creativity. The Art Garden is a whimsical story about friendship and finding our creative flair. ' (Publication summary)