April 2026 Trade Parade – Scholastic New Zealand

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IN THIS ISSUE: NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH WORST HERO EVER!

NEW SERIES BY EVA AMORES AND MATT COSGROVE

CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE FIRST EPIC MANGA A BLOOD MOON (SNOWLANDS BOOK #1)

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Raise Your Voice RAISE YOUR VOICE (K-POP POWER: BOOK ONE) AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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Author: ERIN YUN Illustrator: LAURA YE Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761729676 Format: PAPERBACK Type: NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM Page Count: 192 PP

MoonGlow is the newest group to hit the K-Pop scene! Led by Yuna alongside her friends, Ara, Jade and Sun-Hee, this group is the next BIG THING. But these girls are more than just K-Pop stars. They work for K42 Entertainment – a pop music producer with a deep secret. K42 is responsible for training K-Pop stars with magical powers which are used to keep the human world safe.

When MoonGlow hear of the return of the villainous Echo, they know they are going to have to stick together to defeat her.

Will they find the magic tool they need to defeat Echo? Or does Echo have another trick up her sleeve?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • New K-Pop fantasy fiction about a group of four K-Pop stars who perform and take on evil.

• Written by American/Korean author, Erin Yun. • Themes of fashion, friendship, music, good and evil.

• For fans of K-Pop music and K-Pop television and movies, such as KPop Demon Hunters.

• Yuna Moon, Jade, Ara and Sun-Hee are upholding the world of good and vanquishing evil with their voices.

• Middle-grade chapter book with black and white illustrations.

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UNOFFICIAL GUIDE FOR FANS OF KPOP DEMON HUNTERS AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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SCHOLASTIC INC 9781964487670 PAPERBACK CHARACTER GUIDE

Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 229 X 178 MM Page Count: 48 PP

Relive the joy and excitement of K-Pop Demon Hunters! Step into the electrifying world of K-Pop Demon Hunters with this unofficial guide, a place where music, magic and monster-fighting girlpower collide! Designed as an immersive, interactive companion to the film, this book blends creative self-expression with the bold spirit of the movie’s characters. It’s jam-packed with images, fun facts and quizzes, providing you with the ultimate way to relive the magic and music of the movie. You’ll feel like you’re on tour with HUNTR/X and part of the action!

Inside, you’ll find these fun categories: Reasons Why We Love K-Pop Demon Hunters; Rankings which detail the best reasons why KPop Demon Hunters is the greatest movie ever, all tied to stunning movie stills. There are also challenging K-pop quizzes designed to help fans find the answers to burning questions such as: Which HUNTR/X member are they most like? What Saja Boy member is their secret crush? (The answer can be all of them!) How much do they truly love the movie?

So get ready to celebrate everyone’s favourite movie!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • An explosively fun guide created for fans who want to relive the music, magic and monsterfighting energy of KPop Demon Hunters.

• Packed with stunning images, playful trivia and film-inspired activities.

• The perfect companion for new fans of the movie and superfans alike.

• K-Pop has exploded in popularity in recent years, with KPop Demon Hunters adding to the momentum and becoming the gateway for those discovering the genre for the first time.

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EVA AMORES & MATT COSGROVE Illustrator: MATT COSGROVE Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761725159 Author:

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If you could have ANY superpower, what would YOU choose?

Super strength? Invisibility? The ability to fly? Super speed? So many superpowers to choose from. Unfortunately, for LICKY RICKY, he didn’t get to choose. He just woke up one day with the most useless, least impressive, socially unacceptable, slightly embarrassing, frankly gross, SUPERPOWER of all time!

Grab your barf bags, buckle up and brace yourself for the unbelievable but entirely true origin story of the WORST HERO EVER!

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• From the creators of the worldwide smash-hit, Worst Week Ever.

• A brand new series about the WORST hero ever!

• Worst Week Ever is sold in over 50 countries.

• Licky Ricky has an unusual power!

• Matt Cosgrove is the author/illustrator of Macca the Alpaca.

• For fans of Worst Week Ever and Diary of a Wimpy Kid

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DINOSAUR TRAIL (MR LUKE’S MAGIC LIBRARY #2) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 Author: LUKE SPRINGER Illustrator: CHRIS KENNETT Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761642715 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 24 PP QTY

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There’s a special place, hidden within the school. It’s a MAGICAL place where the books inside can take readers on journeys beyond their WILDEST dreams. Welcome to Mr Luke’s Magic Library ...

Mr Luke’s class have opened a magic book and found themselves in the time of the DINOSAURS! They find a lost egg, all on its own. Can the class help get the egg back to its owner?

And which dinosaurs will they meet along the way?

Written by internationally renowned teacher sensation, Mr Luke.

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NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH—MAY 2026

Celebrate 30 Years of National Family Reading Month­—May 2026 For 30 years, Scholastic’s NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH (NFRM) has been bringing families together through the joy of books. We know that when children read regularly with their families and role models, they gain skills, confidence, and a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.

This May, let’s make reading A DAILY HABIT, A FAMILY TRADITION, AND A GIFT THAT LASTS FOREVER.

WHY TAKE PART? • Reading together strengthens bonds and creates cherished memories.

• Just 10 minutes a day can spark imagination and build lifelong learning skills.

• In a world full of distractions, reading is a powerful way to pause, connect, and inspire.

THE 31-DAY READING CHALLENGE We challenge families everywhere to: • Read together for 10 minutes every day in May. • Share stories, discover new books, and make reading a part of everyday life.

• Be part of a national movement creating lifelong readers.

BE INSPIRED This year’s Challenge will be more inspirational than ever before with our team of supporters: MR LUKE, RETURNING AS AMBASSADOR FOR 2026, will be joined once again by ILLUSTRATOR CHRIS KENNETT, together with powerhouse couple MATT COSGROVE AND EVA AMORES, CREATORS OF THE HILARIOUS WORST WEEK EVER SERIES, making the NFRM DREAM TEAM! NFRM WILL LAUNCH ON FRIDAY, 1ST OF MAY 2026, AT 11 AM AEST AND 1 PM NZST, where it will be livestreamed all across Australia and New Zealand via Facebook and YouTube.

Mr Luke will read his book, MR LUKE’S MAGIC LIBRARY, DINOSAUR TRAIL, together with illustrator Chris Kennett, followed by a reading from Matt and Eva from their latest release, WORST HERO EVER: FEET FIRST! and kick off the 31-Day Challenge, as we READ EVERY DAY! READ MORE IN MAY!

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NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH—MAY 2026

How to support NFRM in your store

This is your opportunity to join the celebration of reading for NATIONAL FAMILY READING MONTH. Bring your store alive with your favourite books and hold this event on the 1st of May to READ EVERY DAY! READ MORE IN MAY! With your store’s support and contagious enthusiasm we can help build the momentum for families across Australia and New Zealand to join the challenge and READ MORE IN MAY! You can guide customers’ families in the following ways:

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Create awareness with an instore display— take advantage of 60% off purchase offering.

Encourage customers to register for the 31-Day Challenge.

Create a reading corner!

Use the NFRM shelf talker to recommend great books on your shelves and add staff picks.

HOLD A LAUNCH PARTY AT YOUR STORE

MAKE A SPECIAL SELECTION OF BOOKS

Celebrate the launch of NFRM by holding a launch party in your store 1 May at 11AM AEST and 1PM NZST.

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• Store favourites • Best of each genre • Family favourites • Oldies but goodies

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THE FIRST EPIC MANGA Written & Adapted by

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CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE FIRST EPIC MANGA AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 Author: DAV PILKEY Illustrator: MOTOJIRO Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781546151210 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM Page Count: 192 PP QTY

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The #1 global best-selling Captain Underpants series returns! Based on the first sensational chapter book, it’s a reimagined adventure perfectly paired with all-new manga artwork. Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is written and adapted by Dav Pilkey, illustrated by accomplished manga artist Motojiro, and totally reinvented for a new generation of readers. Tra-la-laaa!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Following the story arc of the first original chapter book, Captain Underpants: The First Epic Manga is reenvisioned as an engaging graphic novel, reading in Western style (left to right).

• With dynamic manga artwork by Japanese artist Motojiro, all-new Flip-O-Ramas and much more, it will captivate existing fans, capture new readers, and appeal to comics, manga and anime aficionados alike!

• Combines humour and action with empowerment and empathy.

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THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB

A GRAPHIC NOVEL BY

ARLEY NOPRA BASED ON THE NOVEL BY

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DAWN ON THE COAST: A GRAPHIC NOVEL (THE BABYSITTERS CLUB #19) AU RRP: $18.99 NZ RRP: $20.99

BABY-SITTERS CLUB

Author: ANN M MARTIN Illustrator: ARLEY NOPRA Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781761729157 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 203 X 140 MM Page Count: 192 PP QTY

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JESSI RAMSEY, PETSITTER: A GRAPHIC NOVEL (#18)

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Dawn can’t wait for her trip to California. Aside from all the sun and fun, it’s her first visit since her brother, Jeff, moved back to live with their dad. California is better than Dawn ever remembered it. The beaches are beautiful, the local theme park is a blast and Dawn is enjoying all her favourite foods. Plus, Dawn’s best friend, Sunny, has even started her own baby-sitting club! Things are going so well that Dawn begins to wonder if she might want to stay in California with her dad and Jeff. Dawn is a California girl at heart, but could she really leave Stoneybrook—and her mum and The Baby-sitters Club—for good?

MALLORY AND THE TROUBLE WITH TWINS: A GRAPHIC NOVEL (#17)

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• A new Baby-sitters Club graphic novel based on the novel by Ann M. Martin, adapted and illustrated by New York Times best-selling cartoonist, Arley Nopra.

• The Baby-Sitters Club is back, bigger than ever with a new Netflix show.

• Relatable characters and storylines will engage young readers.

• The graphic novel format helps to build confidence and joy for reluctant readers.

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WEIRD RESCUE!

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WEIRD RESCUE! (WEIRDO #26) AU RRP: $15.99 NZ RRP: $16.99 QTY

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WEIRDO

Dad’s SPLASHED OUT and bought the family a boat! Soon, they will set sail for fishing and adventure! But when the rain starts falling ... and falling ... and FALLING ... will it become a RESCUE boat?! It won’t be easy ... but it will be FUNNY!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Epic book 26 in the smash-hit ABIA-Award-winning series! One of Australia’s longest-running series with over 3 million copies in print!

• A hilarious and heartfelt adventure about courage, chaos and community spirit ... with loads of laughs along the way.

• Packed with hilarious illustrations.

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WEIRD STAR! (#25)

• Themes: community, natural disasters, flood, rescue, boating, family, school, confidence, problem-solving.

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WEIRD POWER! (#24)

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DRACULA’S BRUNCH CLUB AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 Author: BRIAN GOSNAR Illustrator: KEENAN GAYBBA Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781760266721 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM Page Count: 224 PP QTY

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Have you ever wondered how vampires got their taste for blood? Count Dracula is not your average vampire. Well, sure, he’s undead, hates garlic, and will burn up in sunlight—but unlike other vampires, he has a knack for baking. And it’s his brunch club’s famous blood-orange-jelly donuts that give his fellow vampires the energy source they need to live forever. But when Transylvania experiences a mysterious jelly shortage, it allows his nemesis, Constantine, to swoop in and steal the brunch club—and the vampires’ loyalty—from Dracula. But it’s not just jelly donuts at stake. When townsfolk start to go missing, Dracula suspects Constantine has far more sinister motives lurking that could threaten everything vampires and humans have worked for. With the help of his chef and human friend, Elena, Dracula must find a new energy source before every vampire and human turns on him and he loses his coveted brunch club forever.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Hilarious new graphic novel from debut creators Brian Gonsar and Keenan Gaybba.

• With loads of silliness and an unfolding mystery, it’s the perfect balance between humour and suspense.

• Includes a foreword from Kevin Jonas of the Jonas Brothers.

• Art style is impeccably matched to the vampire vibe of this story.

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WRITTEN BY MORR MEROZ

ART BY COLLIN FOGEL

BOOK BOOK ONE ONE

A Blood Blood Moon Moon A A BLOOD MOON (SNOWLANDS: BOOK ONE) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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MORR MEROZ COLLIN FOGEL SCHOLASTIC INC 9781761729140 PAPERBACK

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In the midst of a brutal winter in the unforgiving Snowlands, famine plague the wolf pack. As the pack goes hungry, blame falls on Feba, an orphaned wolf cub whose white fur many believe is a bad omen. When the wolf pack’s cubs vanish, the pack leaders vote to banish Feba. She escapes her fate and runs off into the icy wilderness of the Snowlands. Lost in the mountains, Feba stumbles upon Usha, an unfriendly snow leopard mother on a personal quest. While Usha wants to continue her journey alone, she grudgingly allows Feba and a skittish young mountain cat, Batu, to follow her. With a snowy trail full of deadly obstacles ahead, the unlikely trio sets out to find the Seeress, a magical being Usha hopes can find her missing son.

Each step takes them deeper into danger where they encounter other creatures, uncover a widespread peril in the mountains, the fate of the missing cubs and what having a family truly means.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A brand-new, full-colour graphic novel series for animal fantasy fans.

• An epic tale of survival and friendship full of wild creatures, magical mysteries and dangerous terrain.

• Featuring both prey and predators, who mysteriously disappear, which will intrigue and entertain young readers.

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MIXED FEELINGS AU RRP: $21.99 NZ RRP: $23.99 Author: SARA AMINI Illustrator: SHADIA AMIN Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781761729225 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 9+ Dimensions: 203 X 140 MM Page Count: 240 PP QTY

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When Sara wakes for the first day of sixth grade, she’s horrified by the sight of fuzzy black hair sprouting from her legs— and her parents won’t let her shave! Being mixed race, Sara’s been unsettled in her own skin (now buried under leg hair), never really feeling like she belongs anywhere. To add to the confusion, her best friend Monica is suddenly spending every second of the day with Aneliese, making Sara wonder if she belongs there either. Navigating friendships, school and bodily changes starts to get overwhelming, but Sara finds comfort in TV – whether she’s watching it, performing her favourite scenes or imagining her life is a show itself. So when she joins the drama club, Sara feels like she’s finally discovered a community where she can be anything she wants, including herself. But with Monica and Aneliese joining the club too, will Sara lose her new sense of belonging?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Sara Amini’s semi-autobiographical wildly funny story navigates life as a mixed-race, first generational girl.

• Sara is a rising Hollywood talent, with performances in Modern Family, Veep and CSI. This is her graphic novel debut.

• Artist Shadia Amin returns, having illustrated Shiny Misfits and the Spider-Ham series.

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CREAKY ACRES AU RRP: $21.99 NZ RRP: $23.99 Author: CALISTA BRILL Illustrator: NILAH MAGRUDER Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761811524 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 210 X 140 MM Page Count: 272 PP QTY

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Nora is a prize-winning horseback rider in a suburban area, with a tight-knit circle of best friends. But when her mum gets a prestigious new job in a poor, rural area, she has to adjust to a lot of change—to being the only Black kid in a new class and to a new barn called Creaky Acres, where her beloved horse, Hay Fever, will make his new home. It’s there she meets sweet and geeky Laura, goofy and fun-loving Wilson, and fearless Dolores (aka Dizzy). With her ragtag team of equestrians, Nora learns it’s okay to stand out and steps into her power as a leader, realising that being a rider isn’t just about winning—or maybe that winning just might look different than what she’d thought.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A heartwarming middle-grade graphic novel about being the new kid and making new friends.

• Ideal for readers who love sports, teamwork and coming-of-age stories told through a more visual format.

• Vibrant art and relatable characters make this story both heartfelt and fun.

• Touches on race, class, resilience and self-confidence with warmth and sensitivity.

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A GRAPHIC NOVEL BY

I don’t want this dream toend.

HIKARU IN THE LIGHT! (A GRAPHIC NOVEL: VOLUME 3) AU RRP: $18.99 NZ RRP: $20.99 Author: MAI MATSUDA Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781761729287 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 190 X 127 MM Page Count: 192 PP QTY

HIKARU IN THE LIGHT!

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The competition heats up, as best friends go after the once-in-a-lifetime chance to become pop stars!

Hikaru’s dreams of stardom are so close... and yet so far! She’s pushing herself to the limit to improve her singing and dancing skills for the Girls in the Light pop idol competition, but she still doubts she can ever hold a candle to her best friend, Ran, and the other girls. When the contestants are divided into competing groups for the next round, will Hikaru shine for her team ... or risk elimination?

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• The third book in this funny, feel-good manga series that’s perfect for fans of K-On!, The Tryout and The Baby-Sitters Club.

VOLUME 1

• With an authentic manga layout, reflecting its original Japanese format, the book opens from the left (backwards).

• Gorgeous eye-catching manga artwork will delight and engage young readers.

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The La Word THE LAST WORD (TWO HEARTS #3)

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Fall in love with Two Hearts Romantic fiction for young hearts.

AU RRP: $17.99 NZ RRP: $19.99 A.L. TAIT SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761646874 Format: PAPERBACK Type: NOVEL Age Level: 10+ Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM Page Count: 240 PP Author: Publisher:

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TWO HEARTS

There are two things Matilda Bell can count on: her best friend, Gemma, and being top of every class. But this year, everything has changed. Gemma has moved away, leaving Matilda all alone at school, and Will O’Connor has moved to town. Not only does Will disrupt every lesson—Matilda’s pet hate—but he’s somehow matching her grades with zero effort. If only Matilda could ignore him ... but Will gets under her skin in a way that no-one else ever has. When Will is forced to join the debating team, he and Matilda spend more time arguing with each other than winning debates. With their team losses mounting up, Gemma ignoring her calls and old enemies getting up to new tricks, Matilda feels like her life is out of control. Can Matilda find a way to work with Will so they can win as a team? Or will they end up hating each other in the process?

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ALL YOUR WISHES (#2)

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Brand-new, gorgeous, heartwarming middle-grade romance for 10–14-year-olds who want to be part of the BookTok YA romance phenomenon but are too young.

• A beautiful first-love story by much-loved Australian author, A. L. Tait.

• Readers can safely explore the beauty, wonder and confusing world of love and romance, without the danger of encountering inappropriate material, as they would in the YA romance genre.

• Contains a first kiss, and themes of friendship, being brave and trying new approaches to work through problems.

STAGE LEFT, HEART RIGHT (#1)

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group of his friends dedicated to cracking codes hidden at the ruins of the nearby ghost town, which are believed to lead to magical objects. But when their sinister rivals close in on a relic WISH RING CIPHER that grants unlimitedTHEwishes, the(CODEBREAKERS #1) Codebreakers must race to beat them to it before they use it for dark magic.

The Wish Ring Cipher is a fastpaced adventure brimming with magic that introduces a tenacious and endearing heroine trying to save the world—and make some friends along the way.

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A group of code-busting friends races to find a powerful ring before their rivals can use it for dark magic. Emma Avery has always loved solving puzzles and codes, and now that she’s processing a recent autism diagnosis and facing down seventh grade at a new school, they’re even more important to her. Then Emma meets Nate Lin. He’s popular and funny and ... loves codes, too. He introduces Emma to the Codebreakers, a group of his friends dedicated to cracking codes that have been discovered in the ruins of a nearby ghost town, which are believed to lead to magical objects. But they’re not the only ones on the hunt, and when their sinister rivals close in on an object that grants unlimited wishes, the Codebreakers must race to beat them to it before they use it for dark magic.

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• A fast-paced adventure brimming with magic and warmth.

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• Introduces a tenacious and endearing heroine on a quest to save the world and to make some friends along the way.

• Perfect for fans of The Mountain Dog Rescue and The Last Bear.

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I KNOW WHAT YOU RE HIDING JACK HEATH

I KNOW WHAT YOU’RE HIDING AU RRP: $17.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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JACK HEATH SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761526794 PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM Page Count: 320 PP

A deadly blaze. A desperate girl. Three days to crack the case.

Everyone knows the story. Jamie George was the golden child. Her sister, Morgan, was nothing but trouble. When their house mysteriously burned down, Jamie barely survived. Morgan wasn’t so lucky.

Three years later, teen podcaster Zoe Gale receives an urgent message. Jamie has been receiving anonymous threats and demands for cash, written in blood. She can’t afford to pay. Instead, she wants Zoe to unmask the blackmailer.

Zoe has dealt with dangerous people before. She might have the skills to help, but she’s not sure Jamie can be trusted. And soon she’s digging up secrets someone would kill to keep buried ...

JACK HEATH

KEY SELLING POINTS: • True crime podcaster Zoe Gale from If You Tell Anyone, You’re Next has a new mystery to solve.

• From master of suspense, Jack Heath.

• Zoe is fierce, smart and not afraid to stir the pot.

IF YOU TELL ANYONE, YOU’RE NEXT

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• Impossible to put down—full of heart-pounding danger and intrigue.

• Stunning twist at the end.

• For fans of Knives Out, A Good Girl’s Guide to Murder and One of Us is Lying.

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RUMPELSTILTSKIN AU RRP: $26.99 NZ RRP: $29.99 Author: MAC BARNETT Illustrator: CARSON ELLIS Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781761729249 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 2+ Dimensions: 279 X 216 MM Page Count: 48 PP QTY

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Once upon a time there was a clever girl with a not-so-clever father. When her father claims she can spin straw into gold, the king forces the girl to perform this impossible task. She has no other choice than to accept a strange deal from a mysterious little man. But when he arrives and attempts to collect the debt, the fiendish trickster Rumpelstiltskin discovers that he is the one who has been tricked!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A wonderful picture book from New York Times best-selling and award-winning creators, Mac Barnett and Carson Ellis.

• Mac brings his signature humour and storytelling style to Rumpelstiltskin, making a classic story feel brand-new and laugh-out-loud fun.

• Carson’s stunning folk-art style illustrations are lush and detailed—reminiscent of vintage fairy tales.

• A tale about cleverness, courage and finding your own way—even when the odds (and the little magical men) are against you.

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I AM NOT A FISH AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 QTY

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PATRICK GUEST KATIE ABEY SCHOLASTIC PRESS 9781761647628 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 24 PP

‘I’m NOT a fish. No way.

That’s NOT me.’

A joyful story about embracing your unique self ... even when you have to swim against the tide.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A bright, colourful story about confidence, happiness and embracing who you are—even when you have to swim against the tide.

• Delightful, witty text by award-winning author, Patrick Guest.

• Illustrated by hugely popular, weird and wonderful artist, Katie Abey.

• A dynamic and hilarious book to CELEBRATE the SPARKLE in everyone!

• Themes: confidence, being yourself, uniqueness, identity, animals, humour.

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THE BIG COOEE AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 QTY

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JACK CARTY NATASHA CARTY SCHOLASTIC PRESS 9781761648441 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 24 PP

A little boy and girl I know took a walk not long ago, and there amongst the swaying trees they called a really big ... COOOOEEEEEE! Follow as the cooee floats over sparkling oceans, through busy city streets and across starry night skies, weaving together a world of joy and wonder.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Take a journey across the world, from the Australian bush to the busy streets of Brazil and London, in this whimsical story of connectedness and universal joy.

• Celebrating nature and the unique beauty of our global communities and diverse environments.

• A rhyming story with playful lyrical text and a delightful echo for young readers to join in and pass on.

• A gentle picture book to enjoy alongside titles such as Family Tree, Bowerbird Blues and Jack and Natasha Carty’s, Time to Rest.

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PRICKLES AU RRP: $26.99 NZ RRP: $29.99 Author: PHIL CUMMINGS Illustrator: JENNIFER GOLDSMITH Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS ISBN: 9781760266028 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 230 MM Page Count: 32 PP QTY

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Prickles lived in a city alleyway. He wandered the streets every day, bringing warmth and joy to the lives of everyone he met. But then ... the colour in his eyes began fading to shadow. Prickles was afraid and alone, with no-one to help ... until he met Molly and her family. A gentle but powerful story of community, connection, family and the importance of those who help us find our way.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Irresistible story of a connection between a cat and a dog, that celebrates the love, support and acceptance a community can provide.

• Featuring a special bond with Prickles and a working guide dog and her vision-impaired companion.

• Positive social messages, appealing to animal lovers.

• Encourages conversation about inclusion, acceptance and helping others, through a gentle, age-appropriate story.

• For fans of The Truck Cat, Mutt Dog and Crumbs.

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THE BEST DOG EVER AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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SMRITI HALLS CHRIS JEVONS SCHOLASTIC UK 9781761811531 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 275 X 250 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Max wishes he was a different dog. His fur isn’t fluffy enough to win best in show. His bark isn’t loud enough to scare away danger. He doesn’t sit ... or heel ... or fetch ... or come back when you call, either. But Max’s owner thinks he’s perfect! Can Max learn that he’s perfect, too?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Smriti Hall’s bouncing rhyming story about a perfectly imperfect pooch is great fun to read aloud!

• Chris Jevons’ bright and bold illustrations of Max and all his furry friends bring the text to life with colour and humour.

• A gentle introduction to ideas of self-confidence and embracing our differences.

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THE DRAGON AT THE ZOO AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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Author: MELANIE KOSTER Illustrator: CRAIG PHILLIPS Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND ISBN: 9781775439790

Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Cedric is a dragon like no other. He lives at the zoo, adores children, and is quite possibly the most spectacular dragon Tig has ever known. But when the real reptiles insist he is not a true dragon, Cedric begins to doubt himself. With Tig on his back, he soars far away to find somewhere he belongs, leaving the zoo in chaos. It will take a murmuration of birds, a zoo full of worried animals, and a very big apology to bring their beloved dragon home again. A warm and magical celebration of imagination, belonging and what makes something real.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Based on the dragon sculpture that decades of children have climbed on at Auckland Zoo, giving the story a strong New Zealand sense of place.

• Cedric is an instantly endearing dragon character, kind-natured, self-doubting and brave, making him appealing for classroom discussions and family reading.

• Beautifully illustrated by Craig Phillips, whose vibrant artwork brings Cedric’s magical flight sequence and the zoo world to life with cinematic drama.

• A satisfying ending brings Cedric home to the zoo he loves, where children, animals and zookeepers unite to welcome their dragon back.

• A companion title to 2024’s Elephant Park, by Melanie Koster and Jenny Cooper, written about the elephant slide in Bishopdale Park in Christchurch.

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GRUMBLE’S BRIDGE AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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Author: GREG MACLEOD Illustrator: HERB MACDONALD Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND ISBN: 9781775439745

Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Grumble the troll wants one thing only. Sleep. Long, peaceful, uninterrupted sleep. But living under a bridge means there is always someone clip-clopping, quack-quacking or squelch-squelching over his head. One by one, Grumble bans every noisy creature he meets … then decides to take himself off to find somewhere quieter. Ah, a nice dark cave. Just as he settles in to go to sleep, he finds it might not be the sanctuary he thought. A playful twist on the classic troll tale, full of humour, surprise and very determined animals.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A fresh and funny reimagining of the troll under the bridge tale, full of playful interruption and strong read-aloud appeal.

• Brought to life with Herb MacDonald’s funny, warm, and expressive characters that capture the charm of Grumble’s world.

• A lively cast of noisy intruders keeps the pace brisk, from clompy goats and an impatient duck to the determined snail who, when told to “Go home!” simply disappears inside its shell.

• Explores gentle themes of boundaries, belonging, problem-solving and what truly makes a home.

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KA PAI KIWI FAVOURITES NOT AVAILABLE IN AU NZ RRP: $27.99 QTY

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LYNETTE EVANS & PETER MILLETT Illustrator: DEBORAH HINDE & STEVIE MAHARDIKA Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND Author:

ISBN: 9781775439707 Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 176 PP

Five best-selling stories in English and Māori, with catchy songs to download, now available in paperback format!

Children will love reading and singing along in both English and Māori to these favourite and familiar songs with a Kiwi twist. Five bestsellers now in one bumper paperback compendium—great value at $27.99! The Kiwi Hokey Tokey; The Kiwi Go Marching One By One; Row, Kiwi, Row Your Boat; 10 Kooky Kiwi and If You’re a Kiwi and You Know It!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Beautifully designed paperback with gatefold cover and bright section openers for each title.

• Playful, catchy Kiwi adaptations of much-loved children’s songs.

• Lyrics sung in English and Māori by popular entertainers Pio Terei or Jay Laga’aia, available to download.

• Includes energetic, vibrant illustrations by Stevie Mahardhika and Deborah Hinde, who bring to life a dazzling array of iconic New Zealand animals all having fun together!

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MUTT DOG! (21ST ANNIVERSARY EDITION) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 QTY

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STEPHEN MICHAEL KING SCHOLASTIC PRESS 9781761723780 HARDBACK

MY DOG ATE THE BATHROOM Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Mutt Dog! The scruffy dog is brave and fast and smart... but he’s all alone. No-one feeds him.

No-one wants him. No-one loves him. Until one day ...

Celebrate 21 wonderful years of this heart-warming, waggly tale of resilience and belonging, by multi-award-winning author/illustrator Stephen Michael King.

After you meet Mutt Dog, you’ll want him to belong to you too.

SALES POINTS: • Celebrating 21 wonderful years of the scruffily endearing hero, Mutt Dog! • By the multi-award-winning children’s book creator, Stephen Michael King.

• The beloved classic and heart-warming tale of hope and belonging.

• Themes: belonging, hope, resilience and family.

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Author: JUSTIN CHRISTOPHER Illustrator: RAYMOND MCGRATH Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND ISBN: 9781775439059

Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 265 X 215 MM Page Count: 32 PP

A laugh-out-loud story about chaos, consequences and unconditional love.

When Ella’s dog, Mr Nut, starts eating everything in sight—Dad’s slippers, the TV remote, even the entire bathroom—things quickly spiral out of control. As Mr Nut grows bigger with each bite, the family faces a hilarious disaster, losing their garage, house and even their car! But when the mischievous pup finally eats too much, an unexpected (and messy) surprise awaits.

SALES POINTS: • Nanas With No Manners author Justin Christopher (aka media personality Justin Brown) has written a preposterous, unpredictable story taking destruction to a whole new level!

• Engaging, exaggerated humour perfect for fans of The Wonky Donkey and Pig the Pug. • Zany illustrations by Raymond McGrath add to the absurdity and bring the chaos and comedy to life.

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KATHRYN APEL BEAU WYLIE SCHOLASTIC PRESS 9781761528842 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 32 PP

This is the story of three grumpy bears, who couldn’t see anyone’s viewpoint, but theirs. Until, with a bowl ... and a bed ... and a stool, a little girl taught them the Golden Grr-rule!

AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 QTY

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Author: PETER GILDERDALE Illustrator: FIFI COLSTON Publisher: SCHOLASTIC NEW ZEALAND ISBN: 9781775439684

Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 215 X 265 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Count on diggers for big fun! Learn to count with the Little Yellow Digger and friends in this joyful new adventure for the youngest digger fans.

KEY SELLING POINTS:

KEY SELLING POINTS:

• While the three bears are out hunting for honey, a golden-haired girl stumbles upon what they’ve left behind ... But who is the real swindler in this tale?

• Who doesn’t love a digger? This is a perfect 1–10 counting book for any child who loves big machines.

• Written by rhyme-master Kathryn Apel and illustrated by the brilliant Beau Wylie, creators of the popular Miss Understood.

• Eagle eyes will note the number of dogs and birds also increases on each page, along with the diggers. More counting fun!

• A captivating, colourful and dynamic twist on the classic Goldilocks and the Three Bears story, that invites readers to look deeper.

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ZOG AND THE FLYING DOCTORS (10TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $24.99 QTY

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JULIA DONALDSON AXEL SCHEFFLER SCHOLASTIC UK 9781761728846 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 2+ Dimensions: 250 X 280 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Meet the Flying Doctors: Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and, of course, their trusty ‘air ambulance’, Zog the dragon, in this fabulously original sequel to the best-selling Zog. There’s much to do, as they fly around tending a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn and a sneezy lion. But should princesses really be doctors? Pearl’s uncle, the King, doesn’t think so—until he himself falls ill, and only Pearl knows how to cure him.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Zog and the Flying Doctors is now available with a super shiny cover to celebrate its 10th anniversary.

• From the award-winning superstars of the children’s book world, Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

• A triumphantly original and entertaining sequel to the international bestseller, Zog. APRIL 2026 TRADE PARADE

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SLIDE AND SPIN: SUPERWORM AU RRP: $15.99 NZ RRP: $17.99 QTY

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JULIA DONALDSON AXEL SCHEFFLER SCHOLASTIC UK 9780702344695 BOARD BOOK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 185 X 185 MM Page Count: 10 PP

Slide and spin with Superworm! Superworm is super-long, Superworm is super-strong. Watch him wiggle! See him squirm! Hip, hip, hooray for Superworm! Join Superworm, the wriggliest, squiggliest superhero in the world, as he rescues beetles and bugs in this fun slide and spin board book! Based on the best-selling picture book Superworm from superstar duo Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • With sliders to push and pull, plus a wheel to spin, this board book is so much fun for little readers!

• The simple story makes this the perfect introduction to Julia Donaldson’s picture books.

• Featuring Axel Scheffler’s gorgeous illustrations, with so much to spot on every page!

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SWIM CLASS (MEET ELLA #16) AU RRP: $7.99 NZ RRP: $9.99 QTY

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Author: REBECCA MCRITCHIE Illustrator: DANIELLE MCDONALD Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761528958

Format: PAPERBACK Type: CHAPTER BOOK Age Level: 5+ Dimensions: 198 X 128 MM Page Count: 48 PP

In this week’s swim lesson, Ella and her class will be diving underwater. Ella likes swimming, but she has never been all the way under before—will she learn how?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • From the world of the best-selling Ella and Olivia and Ella Diaries.

MEET ELLA

• Meet Ella in her first year of school.

• Simple vocabulary and large easy-to-read font, ideal for very new readers.

• High frequency sight words.

• Relatable themes of family, friendships and being a little person in a big world!

• Ella and Olivia has over ONE MILLION books in print!

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• A book about navigating confidence and overcoming problems.

SPORTS DAY (#15)

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FRIEND NEXT DOOR (#14)

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SELENA THE SUNFLOWER DRAGON (DRAGON GIRLS #19) AU RRP: $14.99 NZ RRP: $17.99 QTY

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MADDY MARA SCHOLASTIC INC 9781761810442 PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM Page Count: 144 PP

We are Dragon Girls—hear us roar! Selena and her friends Charlotte and Layla are shocked to discover they are all Flower Dragons. They have been called to the Magic Forest because each girl has special talents this unusual place needs to survive. Selena is a Sunflower Dragon—she has traded her human form for powerful wings, glittering scales and a roar that shakes the ground. As a Dragon Girl, she must help break the evil spell that the Fury Queen has cast over the Magic Forest. The forest’s animals are deep in a sleep they can’t wake up from, unless the Flower Dragons can collect all the ingredients for a special perfume. Selena’s hope glows as bright as the tallest sunflower and she’s determined to lead her friends to success.

DRAGON GIRLS

KEY SELLING POINTS: • The nineteenth book in the super-collectible series that celebrates the inner fire of everyday girls!

• The first book in the exciting new Flower Dragons arc.

MAYA THE EMBER DRAGON (#18)

• Each book in the series is a high interest, adventure-packed story that follows a girl who discovers that she has an amazing power—she can change into a magical dragon!

• Written by million-selling Australian authors Hilary Rodgers and Meredith Badger (as Maddy Mara).

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NORA NIGHTSKY (NORA NIGHTSKY #1) AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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Author: REBECCA LEWIS-OAKES Illustrator: BECKA MOOR Publisher: SCHOLASTIC UK ISBN: 9781761811494 Format: PAPERBACK Type: NOVEL Age Level: 6+ Dimensions: 198 X 129 MM Page Count: 208 PP

Nora Nightsky is a star—literally. Her glamorous mum is the North Star, and their dazzling family works hard, bringing to life the Little Bear constellation and sprinkling magic down to earth to grant human wishes. But Nora is nowhere near as shiny as her perfect brother and sister. She prefers a cosy black hole! She doesn’t think much of wish-granting either. Why can’t humans solve their own problems?! Then one day, a girl wishes on Nora for the first time, asking for a pet. Rebelling against the rules, Nora sneaks down to Earth with her best friend Leap, a cute hare constellation, to give the girl a piece of her mind! Nora agrees to help Olivia get a pet—through determination, a cunning plan and PLENTY of mischief. But can she do it before she runs out of stardust and is trapped on Earth forever...?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A charming new young fiction series for readers moving up to the next level, brilliantly illustrated throughout in black and white by Becka Moor.

• Nora is a fun, bold, relatable character with a rebellious streak—and her adorable sparkly hare sidekick, Leap, balances her edginess perfectly!

• Gently introduces facts and mythology about astronomy and constellations in a playful and accessible way.

• Lots of humour, mischief and antics with a beautiful friendship at its heart.

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HOW TO IMPRESS A SEA MONSTER (SAPPHIRE AND THE MONSTER HUNTERS #3) AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99

SAPPHIRE AND THE MONSTER HUNTERS

Author: SCOTT STUART Publisher: SCHOLASTIC PRESS ISBN: 9781761203480 Format: PAPERBACK Type: CHAPTER BOOK Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 190 X 150 MM Page Count: 192 PP QTY

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Could YOU help a lovesick sea monster? Find a Snagglefoot’s library book? Defeat a world-famous monster hunter?! Then you belong in the Museum of Wonders! A super-famous, expert monster hunter is coming to catch ALL the monsters at the museum, and only Sapphire can stop him. This is Sapphire’s moment to shine—she is an expert at NOT catching monsters! Can Sapphire’s big plan keep everyone safe? Find out in this funny new story from best-selling creator Scott Stuart!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • The third title in the exciting chapter book series from best-selling children’s book creator, Scott Stuart!

SAPPHIRE AND THE MONSTER HUNTERS (#1)

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• A highly-illustrated, out-of-control adventure about big ideas, big problems ... and big monsters!

• Sapphire and her best friend, Jasper, have to save the top-secret Museum of Wonders! But first they have to play matchmaker for a sea monster and distract an expert monster hunter.

• Themes of friendship and identity, for fans of Dragon Girls and Ninja Girl.

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I SPY TREASURE HUNT AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 Author: JEAN MARZOLLO Illustrator: WALTER WICK Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781761729232 Format: PAPERBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 4+ Dimensions: 279 X 203 MM Page Count: 40 PP QTY

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An emerald frog, a dragonfly; You’ll find the treasures! Give it a try! Solve the riddles! Play I Spy! I Spy Treasure Hunt features a pirate ship and a chest of gold, taking readers on a journey through time that leads to the location of purloined treasures. Starting with a gold coin, the photographs pull back to reveal the story of the coin’s travels, from the hull of a pirate ship in the 1700s to the shore of a beach town today. These richly detailed photographs by Walter Wick accompany fun search-and-find riddles by Jean Marzollo.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • This best-selling search-and-find book with clever rhyming riddles and captivating photographs has a brandnew look.

• Perfect for super sleuths of all ages, providing hours of entertainment and fun.

• Features extra riddles at the back, plus a section on how the book was made!

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LOVE ROLLS IN (JUST LIKE HOME #1) AU RRP: $17.99 NZ RRP: $19.99 QTY

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ERIN DOWNING SCHOLASTIC INC 9781761810695 PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 194 X 133 MM Page Count: 176 PP

Siblings Ruby and Henry have an unusual kind of home life compared to their friends. Their family operates an animal sanctuary with a unique collection of full-time pet residents: a pig, a dog, the world’s bossiest cat, two silly goats, chickens and a llama who thinks he’s a human. Not to mention, Ruby and Henry’s mum is also a vet at the animal clinic in town. Let’s just say, when it comes to animals, it’s hard for Ruby and Henry’s family to say no. But a couple of months ago, their parents decided that the farm is full. No additional resident farm animals. No more fosters. Of course, rules are meant to be broken ... A scared puppy has just arrived at their mum’s clinic, and he’s lost mobility in his back legs because of an injury. What’s worse is that the newly named Arlo clearly knows he’s been abandoned. But with Ruby’s builder brain, Henry’s heart and a little bit of kindness from their ragtag group of animals at the sanctuary, they might just be able to teach Arlo how to trust again.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • The story balances emotional depth with a breezy, engaging pace.

• Themes of friendship, insecurity, self-discovery and empathy.

• The animal sanctuary backdrop appeals to young readers and animal lovers alike.

• Features realistic and relatable characters.

• This feel-good series launch provides the perfect set-up for future animal/family adventures!

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AWE! AU RRP: $29.99 NZ RRP: $31.99 QTY

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CHANA STIEFEL SUSAN GAL SCHOLASTIC INC 9781546150350 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 4+ Dimensions: 254 X 279 MM Page Count: 48 PP

A fin! A tail! A giant splashing whale! Introducing the most awesome, wondrous and empowering emotion of all—the one that sends chills down your spine, brings sudden tears to surprise your eyes and makes your heart exclaim, ‘Ooh! Ahhh! Woah!’ That is awe! From expansive views of the Grand Canyon to an Aurora Borealis in the heavens—to the spiritual elevation of a prayer, or to giving food to someone in need—this soulful, upbeat picture book will lift you up to the highest heights—and let your spirits soar through the most enthralling and moving experiences of human existence! Joy! Empowerment! Awe! Wonder! This is the book we all need to read—right now!!!!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • This book will appeal to a broad spectrum of readers and is a perfect crossover into various spiritual markets including the Jewish market (as a book for the high holidays and Days of Awe), as well as the Christian market (and every other religious market) that connect Awe with God and spiritual experiences.

• Experiencing awe has been scientifically proven to help us think more clearly and to open us up to exploring big ideas. It sparks wonder, curiosity, mystery and the mental state of openness.

• For children living through these turbulent times, this is the perfect book for focusing on positive feelings to bring comfort and a sense of empowerment!

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The Original and the Best!

WISHING STARS AND OTHER SUPER-CUTE ORIGAMI (KLUTZ)

THE BABY-SITTERS CLUB FRIENDSHIP CRAFTS (KLUTZ)

AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $22.99

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Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 190 X 209 MM Page Count: 92 PP

Here’s the iconic wishing star origami craft—with so much more! Fold the included strips and squares into multiple different designs, including tiny stars, paper chains, adorable cat rings and tiny boxes to store and fit your creations. There’s also a twirly fidget toy to level up your skills, plus funny fortunes to make you smile. Make lucky charms for your nearest and dearest, with tonnes of colours and patterns to choose from.

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Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 235 X 210 MM Page Count: 48 PP

Make and swap bracelets, fortune tellers, friendship pins, bookmarks and more with your own BabySitters Club besties by following the designs inspired by Kristy, Mary Anne, Stacey, Claudia, Dawn, Jessi and Mallory. Book includes all the materials you need to create a variety of friendship crafts.

Projects range from super-simple to advanced, giving it crossover appeal to tweens, teens and adults.

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• 92-page book includes crystal-clear instructions—plus all the tear-out origami paper squares and strips you need.

• Make tonnes of projects from beginner-friendly papercrafts to more advanced friendship bracelets.

• Easy on-the-go book format keeps all your instructions and supplies in one handy place.

• Includes supplies such as embroidery floss, beads and charms as well as papercraft.

• Wishing stars are beginner-friendly fun, and great for friends to craft and share.

• Personalise projects for your friends, or be inspired by the characters from the beloved BSC series!

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NEVER TOUCH THE LAZY LAMBS AU RRP: $14.99 NZ RRP: $16.99 QTY

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CARA JENKINS STUART LYNCH MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS 9781836427513 BOARD BOOK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 210 X 176 MM Page Count: 14 PP

Join the lazy lambs in this exhausting addition to our best-selling Never Touch range. Children will love turning each page and watching the lazy lambs disappear, one by one. With bumpy silicone touches, bright illustrations and witty rhymes throughout, this counting book is perfect for little ones to explore.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A lamb-themed counting board book.

• Bumpy silicone touches throughout.

• Part of our Never Touch range.

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GREEK MYTHS, FOLKTALES AND LEGENDS AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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VICKI PSARIAS-BROADBENT Illustrator: ZORITE PAULA Publisher: SCHOLASTIC UK ISBN: 9781761811548 Author:

Format: PAPERBACK Type: NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 198 X 129 MM Page Count: 368 PP

A classic collection of ancient Greek folktales, myths and legends re-told for younger readers. This book includes familiar favourites as well as less well-known folktales and mythology.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A beautiful new edition of 20 Greek myths, retold for a younger audience. Rediscover familiar Greek myths such as the story of Medusa, and learn about lesser-known tales like the story of Arachne.

• Introduces generations of book lovers to timeless stories, written especially for younger readers.

• The ‘Moral of the Myth’ at the end of each story also gives an insight into the social and historical context the myths were told from.

• Best-selling author Vicki Psarias-Broadbent draws on her own Greek heritage within the stories.

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MILES KELLY

ENCYCLOPEDIA OF AMAZING FACTS (MILES KELLY) AU RRP: $24.99 NZ RRP: $26.99 Publisher: MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS ISBN: 9781836429104 Format: PAPERBACK Type: NON FICTION Age Level: 6+ Dimensions: 280 X 215 MM Page Count: 144 PP QTY

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Dip inside the Encyclopedia of Amazing Facts to learn about everything from birds and bugs to outer space and our incredible Earth. This exciting non-fiction book is packed full of fascinating facts, bold illustrations, full-colour photographs and helpful diagrams. It’s the perfect gift for curious young learners.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Includes full-colour photos and bold illustrations • Engaging text that’s easy to read and understand.

• Perfect for encouraging learning in young children.

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RELIGIOUS BOOKS

READ AND LEARN: 5-MINUTE BIBLE STORIES AU RRP: $26.99 NZ RRP: $29.99 Author: AMY PARKER Illustrator: WALTER CARZON Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781546185031 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 4+ Dimensions: 267 X 197 MM Page Count: 192 PP QTY

THANK YOU PRAYER AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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Author: JOSEPHINE PAGE Illustrator: CAROLINE JAYNE CHURCH Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781546176428

Format: BOARD BOOK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 203 X 178 MM Page Count: 20 PP

Thank you for the food we eat. Thank you for the world so sweet.

A familiar and beloved prayer that is perfect for every child. With sweet, simple text and delightful illustrations of cute animals, this is the perfect book for bedtime or anytime! Foil stars and a chunky board book format make this just right for gifting around Easter, Christmas and all year round.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Familiar prayer features universal theme of thankfulness for all things large and small.

• The best-selling Caroline Jayne Church’s art is irresistible!

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Read and Learn: 5-Minute Bible Stories presents twelve fully-illustrated Bible stories. This book is perfect for read-aloud time: each story can be read aloud in one sitting! And it is a great way to introduce children to the Bible.

The stories are retold in simple yet traditional language, and the colourful illustrations on every page make this book especially fun for young readers!

Featured stories include The Garden of Eden, Noah’s Ark, Moses, David and Goliath and more!

Perfect for Easter basket stuffers, Christmas, baby showers, baptisms, birthdays, first communions and more!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • 5-minute story collections are short and sweet—perfect for any time of day! Each story is approximately 700 words each.

• This book is the perfect way to introduce young readers to the Bible.

• The font size is larger for young eyes and there are colourful illustrations on every page!

• Sweet, simple text makes this heartwarming and gentle book accessible to all ages.

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THIS IS THE DAY GOD MADE FOR YOU! AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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AMY PARKER LEEZA HERNANDEZ SCHOLASTIC INC 9781546179399 BOARD BOOK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 178 X 178 MM Page Count: 12 PP

Right now is the moment. It’s yours! Don’t delay! Step into the sunshine. Yes, THIS IS THE DAY! Every day is a beautiful day to celebrate in this colourful, creative board book inspired by Psalm 118:24.

With joyous rhymes and colourful illustrations that highlight a diverse group of children, this story encourages little ones to find beauty and wonder in every moment of the day.

Perfect for parents and little ones to share and read aloud, this story is a jubilant declaration to seize each day that God has made, and an inspirational reminder that we can all make our world more glorious, too!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • “Seize the day” topic and joyous illustrations of all kinds of different children make this the perfect book for graduations, ceremonies or any day!

• An inspirational message based on a well-known Psalm that brings comfort and hope and joy!

• Amy Parker is a best-selling children’s book author in the Christian market and illustrator Leeza Hernandez’s colourful art is appealing, enthusiastic and fun!

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PARADE ALSO IN THIS ISSUE: WINGS OF STARLIGHT MANGA STITCH WINNIE THE POOH GHOST-SPIDER ©2026 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, Nickelodeon Avatar: The Last Airbender and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.

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FROM THE NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING AUTHOR

C TION VOL . 2 OLLEC I C NOVEL COLLE G RAPH IC

TALES FROM THE PIZZAPLEX: GRAPHIC NOVEL COLLECTION VOL. 2 (FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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SCOTT CAWTHON & ANDREA WAGGENER Illustrator: CORYN MACPHERSON & MIKE ANDERSON Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9798225061203 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM Page Count: 192 PP Author:

TALES FROM THE PIZZAPLEX (FIVE NIGHTS AT FREDDY’S)

What secrets lie in our surroundings ...? Something about the Springtrap costume in the roleplaying area of Freddy Fazbear’s Mega Pizzaplex chills Luca to the core ... Caden senses the underwater animatronics in Freddy’s Fantasy Water Park have a mind of their own ... and a Fazbear Entertainment engineer’s custom project has surprises in store for anyone who encounters it ... In this volume, three stories from the Publishers Weekly bestselling series Five Nights at Freddy’s: Tales from the Pizzaplex come to life in delightfully horrifying comics. Readers beware: This collection of terrifying tales is enough to unsettle even the most hardened Five Nights at Freddy’s fan...

KEY SELLING POINTS: • FNAF is a MONSTER—we currently have over 20 million Freddy titles in print.

GRAPHIC NOVEL COLLECTION VOL. 1

• The first Five Nights at Freddy’s movie grossed over $297.1 million and was Blumhouse’s highest-grossing film worldwide.

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• The next big FNAF game, Five Nights at Freddy’s: Secret of the Mimic from Steel Wool hit PCs and gaming consoles in 2025.

• New game Into the Pit came out in August 2024 and sold over 100,000 copies its first week. Game will come to Playstation, XBox, and Nintendo Switch in 2025.

• FNAF books are perennial New York Times and Publishers Weekly bestsellers.

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Illustrated chapter book!

LIGHT IT UP! (NICKELODEON: AVATAR LEGENDS BENDING ACADEMY: FIRE #1) AU RRP: $14.99 NZ RRP: $16.99 QTY

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Author: J. ASH WU Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810718 Format: PAPERBACK Type: CHAPTER BOOK Age Level: 6+ Dimensions: 203 X 153 MM Page Count: 144 PP

Adaki dreams of being a powerful Firebender, but at eleven years old, he feels like he’s not where he should be. So when the chance to train with his school’s best firebending master arises, Adaki jumps at the opportunity, even though it means he and his friends will have to compete in a tournament full of older kids with more experience—and more attitude. When training does not go as planned—what do cooking and maths have to do with being a Firebender?—Adaki begins to wonder: Can he and his friends overcome their inexperience and defeat the older competitors? This is a 144-page illustrated chapter book centred on the world of Avatar the Last Airbender with all new characters and adventures.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • First released in 2008, Avatar: The Last Airbender has quickly become a cult classic! Adults continue to relish this series and a new fan-base grows in the younger generation.

• This funny, action-packed story is the first in a new illustrated chapter book series set in the world of Avatar Legends, perfect for young readers who love stories about adventure and friendship!

• Excitement is building as fans anticipate the release of The Legend of Aang: The Last Airbender in October of 2026. The new film will get a theatrical release, and feature Aang and his friends as young adults several years after the events of the original series. ©2026 Viacom International Inc. All Rights Reserved. Nickelodeon, Nickelodeon Avatar: The Last Airbender and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.

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THE LONELY ONES (LITTLE NIGHTMARES: AN ORIGINAL NOVEL) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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E.C. MYERS SCHOLASTIC INC 9781338888959 PAPERBACK

Type: NOVEL Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 208 X 135 MM Page Count: 160 PP

Ruse remembers water, darkness, and then nothing. Nothing—and then suddenly she’s awake in a shaking room she doesn’t recognise. She doesn’t recognise these other kids either—one a small girl with a frayed rope dangling from her neck, the other a starved-looking boy wearing a tattered mask over his mouth and nose. Wherever they are, it isn’t safe. Flashing colours and bizarre sounds filter through the cracks in the wood, giving way to a nightmarish carnival. Ruse knows that she needs to get out of here, but are her new companions friends, or enemies? When one wrong move can land you in the arms of monsters—and worse—Ruse will have to find a way to survive. Can she and her new companions possibly endure this frightening and twisted world? Or will they be warped forevermore by its dark influence?

KEY SELLING POINTS: • With over 4 million units sold across both main games in the franchise and overwhelmingly positive reviews, Little Nightmares is truly a breakout hit!

• Boasts massive interaction on social media with well known YouTubers, broadening the fan base beyond just those who have played the game.

• Horror, and in particular, horror video games, show zero signs of slowing down.

• The game is rated T for teen.

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • National Geographic Kids is a branch of the iconic Nat Geo brand aimed directly at broadening children’s understanding of the world around them with entertaining, factual resources.

• This 216-page compendium of deadly animals from all around the world is full of valuable lessons on biology and the environment, delivered in a fun format for kids.

• The world-class photography featured in all Nat Geo Kids books engages even the most reluctant readers with close-up action and remarkable details.

DEADLIEST ANIMALS ON THE PLANET (DISNEY: NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC KIDS) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99

JENNIFER SZYMANSKI SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761727351 Format: PAPERBACK Type: NON FICTION Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 203 X 203 MM Page Count: 216 PP Author: Publisher:

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For daring readers, the animal kingdom’s fiercest, fastest and most dangerous creatures are sure to thrill!

Don’t be fooled. Even tiny animals like cute little jewel-toned frogs or massive, sleepy-looking, plant-eating hippos can pack a deadly punch. Earth’s oceans, forests, grasslands, deserts and even cities are home to a wide variety of amazing animals with crazy-cool slaying skills that help them hunt for food and defend themselves. In this lively and browsable book, readers find out where these impressive creatures live, what makes them tick, how they beat the odds in harsh habitats and just what makes them so deadly. Meet the Nile crocodile and learn about its astonishing bite force. Discover the elephant seal’s deafening roar. Explore how the jaguar’s speed and night vision help it ambush prey. Encounter enormous harpy eagles, bonecrushing snakes, venomous spiders and more. Jaw-dropping photos and surprising facts bring readers up close and personal to the world’s most fearsome and fascinating animals. This often humorous, snackable content provides great entry points for readers of all levels and lots of fascinating facts to share with friends and family.

Copyright © 2026 National Geographic Partners, LLC.

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WINGS OF STARLIGHT: THE MANGA VOLUME 1 (DISNEY) AU RRP: $17.99 NZ RRP: $19.99 Author: ALLISON SAFT Illustrator: SARA CERUTTI & CLAUDIA COCCI Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810534 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 180 X 130 MM Page Count: 208 PP QTY

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STUNNING FOIL DETAILS!

Clarion may be the future queen of Pixie Hollow, but she knows she still has a lot to learn. For starters, she doesn’t know anything about what happens in the Winter Woods, a part of her world no warm-season fairy has ventured into in centuries. That is … until reports of a monster crossing from Winter into Spring begin to emerge. But instead of finding a monster at the edge of Winter, she finds Milori, the young guardian of the Winter Woods. Together, they form an unlikely alliance as they race to save their lands. But as their bond grows into something more, they will discover the hard way the reasons a warm-season fairy and a winter fairy should not be together. The cost of their love could turn out to be just as dangerous as the nightmare monsters that plague Pixie Hollow.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • A prequel to the popular franchise featuring Tinker Bell in the world of Pixie Hollow, Wings of Starlight explores the story of Queen Clarion and Lord Miroli.

• Fairy-centric romances are currently making a significant impact on the market thanks to the ‘romantasy’ readers of TikTok. Combined with the power of the large cult following for the Disney Fairies franchise, this is a promising title that marries two demographics of passionate fans.

• Based on the New York Times best-selling novel by Allison Saft, this manga retelling brings the magical tale to life in an all-new way.

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Stitch’s popularity is bigger than ever! The film may be more than 20 years old but is considered a modern classic. Stitch’s popularity and charm make this colouring book an irresistible choice for kids and adults alike who love his playful and adventurous spirit.

• Stitch is also hugely popular on social media where fans share memes, art and Stitch merch. There are more than 500,000 TikToks featuring the hashtag #liloandstitch.

• Stitch’s viral likeability increases year on year with the enormous range of licensed product in market. His iconic sense of cheekiness and fun appeals to all ages, and his commercial success just keeps growing!

STITCH: HOW TO DRAW ADVENTURES (DISNEY) AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99 Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810756 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 7+ Dimensions: 280 X 216 MM Page Count: 48 PP QTY

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Learn to draw Lilo & Stitch and the rest of their ‘ohana! For artists of all skill levels, this book is the perfect way to spend an afternoon with friends! Along with step-by-step instructions, practise pages, interesting facts and drawing tips from real Disney artists, this book is pure, out-of-this-world fun! © 2026 Disney

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COSY STITCH COLOURING BOOK FULL OF COSY COLOURING PAGES!

COSY STITCH: COLOURING BOOK (DISNEY) AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810725 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 10+ Dimensions: 203 X 203 MM Page Count: 88 PP Publisher:

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Enjoy a cosy day in with your ‘ohana and this colouring book full of mischief and mayhem! Time to grab your pencils, pens and markers! With 40 adorable Lilo and Stitch illustrations to bring to life, you’ll be in for hours of relaxation and creative fun with Stitch, Lilo, Nani and more!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Cosy Colouring has exploded in 2025 as a popular adult format with cute, simple designs appealing to fans of Japanese kawaii design, alongside the boom of the cosy gaming genre.

• Disney has entered this market with a series of colouring books, showcasing their iconic characters in a new, adorable style. With Stitch’s popularity bigger than ever, now is the time to embrace 626 in all formats and series.

• This format is ideal for adult colouring fans who tend to use higher-quality markers and pens that bleed through paper.

The designs are printed one-sided on a heavier paper stock, allowing each design to stay unaffected by other pages. © 2026 Disney

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • With his mischievous nature and habit of getting into trouble, Stitch stands out in the Disney world as an anti-hero, which kids relate to and revel in.

• Stitch’s viral likeability increases year on year with the enormous range of licensed product in market. His iconic sense of cheekiness and fun appeals to all ages, and his commercial success just keeps growing!

• The live action Lilo and Stitch film released in May 2025 was celebrated by audiences globally, breaking $1 billion in the box office.

STITCH: BIRTHDAY SURPRISE! (DISNEY: MOVIE CLASSICS)

STITCH: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK (DISNEY)

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Aloha! It’s party time! Stitch’s friends are throwing him a surprise birthday party—he just doesn’t know it yet! Can Lilo keep him distracted all day while Nani sets up his party?

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Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 275 X 200 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Get ready for a colouring extravaganza with everyone’s beloved experiment, Stitch! Use your puffy stickers throughout the book or anywhere else ... This Stitch Puffy Sticker Colouring Book contains 32 colouring pages and over 50 puffy stickers. © 2026 Disney

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WHERE’S TINKER BELL? A SEARCH-AND-FIND ACTIVITY BOOK

WHERE’S TINKER BELL? A SEARCHAND-FIND ACTIVITY BOOK (DISNEY FAIRIES) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810657 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 5+ Dimensions: 300 X 215 MM Page Count: 40 PP Publisher:

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Join Tinker Bell in Pixie Hollow, the home of the Never Fairies! Flutter your way through 16 magical scenes as Tink uses her special talent to help prepare for spring, Lizzy finally gets to meet a real life fairy and Prilia searches to discover her magical gift.

You might just find you have a fairy talent for finding!

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Tinker Bell is a beloved icon of the Disney brand and now has her own film and franchise with the Disney Fairies. Her established recognition will catch the attention of fans from all ages.

• The Disney Fairies will delight both old and new fans as their world is explored with wonder and magic that is a central focus of the brand.

• This search-and-find format allows readers to dive into the world of Pixie Hollow and get to know each of the many fairy friends and their storylines. © 2026 Disney

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Celebrate 100 years of Winnie the Pooh, the beloved classic that has enchanted generations of children and families worldwide.

• Winnie the Pooh consistently ranks as a top children’s character across generations and media.

The bear’s popularity is evident in his status as Disney’s second-best-selling character after Mickey Mouse, his enduring appeal in merchandise and his recognition as a cultural icon.

• Bring new colour and excitement to Winnie the Pooh and his beloved friends in this range of colour and activity titles.

WINNIE THE POOH 100TH ANNIVERSARY: ACTIVITY AND STICKER KIT (DISNEY) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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Celebrate 100 Years of Winnie the Pooh! Join Winnie the Pooh and his friends as they mark a century of heartwarming adventures. This delightful activity and sticker kit is packed with fun activities, adorable stickers and lots of colouring. With every page, rediscover the magic of friendship, imagination and of course—honey! This Winnie the Pooh Activity and Sticker Kit contains a 24-page activity pad, over 50 stickers and 5 markers!

WINNIE THE POOH 100TH ANNIVERSARY: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK (DISNEY) AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99 QTY

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761727603 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 275 X 200 MM Page Count: 32 PP

Join Winnie the Pooh and his friends in the Hundred-Acre Wood! Use your puffy stickers to decorate the colouring pages ... or anywhere else! This Winnie the Pooh Puffy Sticker Book contains 32 pages of colouring and over 50 puffy stickers!

WINNIE THE POOH 100TH ANNIVERSARY: ULTIMATE COLOURING BOOK (DISNEY) AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99 QTY

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761727610 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 64 PP

Step into the Hundred-Acre Wood with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends in this ultimate Colouring Book! Bring your colouring pencils and your honey—and keep an eye out for Heffalumps and Woozles! This Ultimate Colouring Book features 64 pages of Hundred-Acre Wood art to colour!

WINNIE THE POOH 100TH ANNIVERSARY: ACTIVITY PACK (DISNEY) AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99 QTY

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761727641 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 310 X 225 MM Page Count: 2 X 16 PP

Are you ready for some silly old fun with Winnie the Pooh and his friends? This Winnie the Pooh Activity Pack contains a 16-page colouring book, a 16-page puzzle pad and four colouring pencils all in a convenient pack you can take anywhere on your adventures! © 2026 Disney Winnie the Pooh is based on the ‘Winnie the Pooh’ works by A. A. Milne and E. H. Shepard.

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DISNEY PRINCESS: GEM ART COLOURING BOOK

DISNEY PRINCESS CREATE YOUR WORLD: COLOURING ADVENTURES

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Join the Disney Princesses for a royal colouring adventure in this gem art colouring book! With over 30 pages of art to enjoy, and over 500 gem stickers, the magic of creativity is in your hands.

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Go on an adventure with the Disney Princesses! Get ready to dance with Aurora, sail with Moana and create with Rapunzel as you journey through these pages of colouring fun! Get ready to create your world!

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KEY SELLING POINTS:

• Disney Princess has been a strong brand for many years! With iconic characters that promote confidence, love, strength and girl power, there is a different Disney Princess that would match any fan!

• With an emphasis on individuality, creativity and personality, the Create Your World range shows young Princess fans that they can be strong, resilient, kind and loving ... all at the same time!

• With over 500 gem stickers included with this title, little Princesses have all they need to create stunning artwork, both in the pages of this book and beyond.

• Disney Princess movies are a pillar of classic Disney magic that continues to grow with a vast array of consumer product, online content, streaming and theatrical releases. Moana will be the next live action Princess movie to be released in cinemas in 2026.

DISNEY PRINCESS: 3 IN 1 COLOURING AU RRP: $2.99 NZ RRP: $3.99 QTY

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Join the Disney Princesses on an imaginative 3 in 1 colouring adventure. These books include copy colouring, poster pages and more for you to complete in your own style.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • This isn’t just any colouring book, it’s 3 in 1! There are three different kinds of colouring activities in one book.

• Perfect for kids who love to colour and want to push their creativity further.

• Ideal for rainy days or holidays.

• With some internal pages featuring coloured printing, this colouring book has extra appeal.

• Interactive colouring books allow young Disney fans to stretch their creative muscles in more ways than one, encouraging creative thinking and problem-solving. © 2026 Disney

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • With over 200k subscribers on YouTube and her videos getting views of up to 7 million, it’s clear to see that Ms Moni is Australia’s leading toddler educator. Her engaging learning videos help kids develop language, social skills and confidence through interactive songs, storytelling and fun adventures.

• Designed to support early development, Ms Moni’s content helps build essential foundational skills in a way that feels like play, reflecting a deep understanding of how toddlers learn best.

Australia’s Leading Toddler Educator

• With a warm, authentic voice that’s uniquely Australian and a commitment to includivity and meaningful connection, Ms Moni empowers all families to learn and grow together.

MS MONI

MS MONI: MEGA COLOURING BOOK

MS MONI: MY FIRST GIANT ACTIVITY PAD AU RRP: $12.99 NZ RRP: $14.99 QTY

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810688 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 296 X 373 MM Page Count: 24 PP Publisher:

Are you ready to learn and play with Ms Moni in this Giant Activity Pad? Solve puzzles, practise letters and colour masterpieces one page at a time as you explore your world with Ms Moni at your side.

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MOTHER’S DAY

MY DELUXE TREASURY OF STORIES TO READ WITH MUM (DISNEY)

MUMMY AND ME MIRROR BOOK (DISNEY)

AU RRP: $29.99 NZ RRP: $31.99

AU RRP: $12.99 NZ RRP: $14.99

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761727580 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 281 X 210 MM Page Count: 160 PP

Snuggle up, get cosy and enjoy the magic of Disney in this treasury of Stories To Read With Mum. From Kanga and Nani to Mrs. Jumbo, let’s celebrate the mothers, grandmothers, big sisters, fairy godmothers and beloved caregivers of all kinds. Filled with adorable illustrations and heart-warming stories, this is the perfect treasury to share with your loved ones.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • This enchanting collection is a wonderful way to encourage storytime, helping to develop a love of reading and listening skills in young readers while creating cherished moments with Mum. • With its heartwarming tales and stunning illustrations, this treasury makes a fantastic gift, perfect for celebrating the magic of motherhood.

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761727634 BOARD BOOK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 180 X 150 MM Page Count: 10 PP

Celebrate your most precious relationships with the Disney families that you know and love.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Disney films showcase so many strong, loving maternal relationships, and this title allows fans to connect to these relationships while celebrating their own.

• This playful and interactive board book is perfect for sharing the love with the special people in your life on Mother’s Day. • Mother’s Day celebrates all sorts of maternal relationships, and this book is a gorgeous opportunity to show love to the magical grandmas, nannas, abuelas, nonnas and more in our lives, alongside recognisable classic and modern Disney characters.

• Designed in the stunning Deluxe Treasury format, this title features an intricate slipcase and cover as well as delicate foil details.

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GHOST-SPIDER: BROKEN CHORDS (MARVEL: A SPIDER-VERSE GRAPHIC NOVEL) AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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Author: ROSEANNE A. BROWN Illustrator: DIOBELLE CERNA & NABI H. ALI Publisher: SCHOLASTIC INC ISBN: 9781546122517 Format: PAPERBACK Type: GRAPHIC NOVEL Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM Page Count: 128 PP

Gwen Stacy does her best to balance being a student, playing in her punk band and fighting crime as the super hero GhostSpider. But when Arachnid, a super villain from a different dimension with similar spider powers, attacks her world, GhostSpider will have to team up with a new ally—Spider-Punk! Can these two get to the truth behind Arachnid’s attacks? And just how did Gwen’s family history get webbed into this?

KEY SELLING POINT: • Ghost-Spider is one of the most popular characters in Marvel, recognised by kids everywhere.

© 2026 MARVEL

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Marvel tops the list as the #1 most popular, #1 most loved and #1 most wanted characters for boys aged 7–9.

• Search-and-find titles remain one of the most enduringly popular formats, combining popular brands and properties with the beloved seek-and-find challenge.

• Featuring all of Marvel’s most popular heroes, this title has something for all your little heroes!

WHERE ARE THE MARVEL HEROES?: A SEARCH-ANDFIND ACTIVITY BOOK (MARVEL) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761296161 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 5+ Dimensions: 300 X 215 MM Page Count: 48 PP Publisher:

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Join the greatest Super Heroes in the universe on their incredible journeys throughout this searchand-find activity book! Look out for the objects and characters hidden in the various scenes, including the Avengers, Spider-Man and the Guardians of the Galaxy. Can you spot them all?

© 2026 MARVEL

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KEY SELLING POINTS

STORIES

DISNEY TREASURY: 100 STORIES AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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• Packed full of magical artwork and illustrations, children will be transported to their favourite films as they read the stories inside this treasury.

• Clear, bold text makes this perfect for children developing their literacy skills and will allow them to grow in confidence as they read tales from familiar characters and worlds.

• The paperback format makes this easy for smaller hands to hold and perfect for packing in a bag for holidays and days out.

MARVEL TREASURY: 100 STORIES Type: PICTURE Age Level: 6+ Dimensions: 260 X 196 MM Page Count: 128 PP

AU RRP: $16.99 NZ RRP: $18.99 QTY

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781835440834 PAPERBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 6+ Dimensions: 260 X 196 MM Page Count: 128 PP

Go from 0–100 with this amazing collection of stories starring much-loved characters from the worlds of Disney and Pixar. With adventures featuring Stitch, Moana, Mickey and loads more, take story time to the next level and enjoy magical moments with each turn of the page.

Go from 0–100 with this awesome collection of stories starring heroes and villains from the Marvel Universe. With adventures featuring Spider-Man, Captain Marvel, Star-Lord and loads more, take story time to the next level and enjoy thrilling moments with each turn of the page.

© 2026 Disney

© 2026 MARVEL

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DISNEY PRINCESS: ACTIVITY AND STICKER KIT

CARS: ACTIVITY AND STICKER KIT (DISNEY PIXAR)

AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99

AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761726767 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 290 X 228 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Dance, sing and bring a touch of magical colour to the worlds of the Disney Princesses! With markers, a sticker sheet and an activity pad to enjoy, let your creativity shine bright! This Disney Princess Activity and Sticker Kit contains a 48-page activity pad, over 50 stickers all encased in a box containing 5 markers.

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761726514 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 290 X 228 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Race alongside Lightning McQueen and his amazing friends as you solve puzzles and activities at every bend. Don’t forget to use your stickers on the way to the finish line! This Cars Activity and Sticker Kit contains a 24-page activity pad, over 50 stickers all encased in a box containing five markers.

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761726538 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 290 X 228 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Dive into the magical world of Disney with the characters you know and love. This activity and sticker kit is full of adventurous activities, enchanting stickers and out-of-this-world colouring. With five markers, a sticker sheet and a 24-page activity pad to enjoy, there is so much creativity and fun waiting for you!

KEY SELLING POINTS:

KEY SELLING POINTS:

KEY SELLING POINTS:

• Disney Princesses has been a strong brand for many years! With iconic characters that promote confidence, love, strength and girl power, there is a different Disney Princess that would match any fan!

• Cars continues to be one of Pixar and Disney’s most popular franchises.

• This Disney Activity and Sticker Kit contains a 24-page activity pad, over 50 stickers all encased in a box containing 5 markers!

• Disney Princess movies are a pillar of classic Disney magic that continues to grow with a vast array of consumer product, online content, streaming and theatrical releases.

• Supports early learning skills like concentration, problem-solving and fine motor development through fun, hands-on activities.

• Packed with engaging content and beloved characters, this kit makes screen-free playtime feel magical and rewarding.

• Disney continues to be a trusted brand for many parents with young children. The messaging and the themes of the films resonate not only with children but also with adults.

• Princess activity books engage with young fans to encourage creativity, problem solving and fine motor skills.

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Care Bears™ help children explore and understand a wide range of feelings through characters that represent emotions like love, courage and compassion. By engaging with these stories, kids learn to express themselves, build empathy and develop emotional resilience in a gentle, age-appropriate way.

• Loved by parents who grew up with them and embraced by a new generation of kids, Care Bears™ bridge the gap between nostalgia and fresh storytelling. Their timeless charm makes them a perfect choice for shared reading, play and bonding across ages.

• The Care Bears™ brand spans toys, TV, fashion and social media, proving their lasting appeal and cultural significance.

• Care Bears™: Unlock The Magic is streaming on Netflix with over 50 episodes of adventures to discover!

CARE BEARS™: SCRATCH COLOURING

CARE BEARS™: COLOURING ADVENTURES

CARE BEARS™: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK

AU RRP: $9.99 NZ RRP: $11.99

AU RRP: $2.99 NZ RRP: $3.99

AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761726309 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 260 X 210 MM Page Count: 20 PP

Dare to care with the bears you know and love! With the wooden scratch tool included, as well as six colour-reveal scratch pages, six activity pages and eight colouring pages, every minute will be filled with magic, fun and feeling!

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761649813 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Every day is a good day to care and every day’s a good day to colour! So grab your pencils or textas and do both on this colouring adventure with your bear besties. This Care Bears™ Colouring Adventures Book contains 24 pages of colouring art.

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761646003 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 275 X 200 MM Page Count: 32 PP

It’s a good day to care! The Care Bears™ are waiting for you to bring them all the colours of the rainbow! Use your puffy stickers to decorate your book ... or anything else! This Care Bears™ Puffy Sticker Colouring Book contains a 32 colouring pages and over 50 puffy stickers.

Care Bears™ and related trademarks: TM & © 2026 Those Characters From Cleveland, LLC Used under license by Scholastic Australia. Cloudco Entertainment with logo: TM & © 2026 Cloudco, LLC. All rights reserved.

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Pokémon has been the global top toy property for four consecutive years. In 2024, Pokémon was the only toy property to surpass $1 billion in sales.

• Pokémon is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time, with more than 489 million games sold worldwide.

• This book will allow fans to learn some fun facts about these fiery Pokémon one page at a time, and will hopefully be the beginning of a new range of typethemed Ultimate Colouring Books.

POKÉMON: ULTIMATE FIRETYPE COLOURING BOOK AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99 SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761810664 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 64 PP Publisher:

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Get ready to colour in this Ultimate Fire-type Colouring Book! From Fuecoco and Armarouge to Charizard and Ho-Oh, learn about these Fire-type Pokémon one page at a time, then add some colour to these heavy hitters. You’ll be a Fire-type expert in no time!

©2026 Pokémon. ©1995–2026 Nintendo / Creatures Inc. / GAME FREAK inc. TM, ®, and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.

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WOODEN SCRATCH TOOL INCLUDED!

POKÉMON: DOTTO-DOT

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG: SCRATCH AND REVEAL (SEGA)

AU RRP: $2.99 NZ RRP: $3.99

AU RRP: $9.99 NZ RRP: $11.99

SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761722479 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 24 PP

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761726668 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 260 X 210 MM Page Count: 16 PP

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Connect the Poké Balls to reveal the Pokémon you know and love in this dot-to-dot adventure!

Then, help bring them to life by adding colour to each page.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Pokémon has been the global top toy property for four consecutive years. In 2024, Pokémon was the only toy property to surpass $1 billion in sales.

• Pokémon is one of the most successful video game franchises of all time, with more than 489 million games sold worldwide.

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Get ready to go fast with Sonic and his team for a super-speed scratch art adventure! With the wooden scratch tool included, as well as eight colour-reveal scratch pages and eight activity pages, every minute will be filled with fast fun.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Sonic the Hedgehog is Sega’s flagship franchise, one of the best-selling video game franchises and one of the highest-grossing media franchises.

• Appealing to new and old fans, Sonic’s popularity continues to endure even after 30 years on the scene.

• The tactile experience of scratch art helps children refine their motor skills while fostering a sense of accomplishment as they uncover vibrant designs.

©2026 Pokémon. ©1995–2026 Nintendo / Creatures Inc. / GAME FREAK inc. TM, ®, and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.

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HARRY POTTER: ADULT PUZZLE BOOK (WARNER BROS.)

FRIENDS: ADULT COLOURING BOOK (WARNER BROS.)

AU RRP: $14.99 NZ RRP: $16.99

AU RRP: $14.99 NZ RRP: $16.99

SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761729652 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 215 X 150 MM Page Count: 128 PP

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The wizarding world is waiting for you to swish and flick your way through solving this Harry Potter Adult Puzzle Book. There’s magic on every page from Triwizard mazes to confudus charmed wordsearches, so grab your wand and Ravenclaw wit and let the magic begin! This is a 128-page adult puzzle book designed to engage older fans of the Harry Potter franchise with brain busting puzzles and fun!

SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761643002 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 12+ Dimensions: 296 X 210 MM Page Count: 80 PP QTY

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Colour in 80 pages of your favourite Friends quotes, characters and scenes in this official colouring book! Colour in iconic lines like ‘How you doin’?’, ‘We were on a break!’ and more! Plus, fill in portraits of all your favourite characters and places from the show, including Central Perk and Monica’s apartment, as well as some of the series’ most memorable scenes. This colouring book is the perfect gift for any Friends fan!

KEY SELLING POINTS:

KEY SELLING POINTS:

• The Harry Potter franchise is still one of the most popular franchises in pop culture even decades after the initial release of The Philosopher’s Stone, with more than 600 million copies of the Harry Potter books have sold worldwide as of 2023.

• Friends is a highly successful TV series and beloved by fans old and new.

• Harry Potter has created magic for audiences in many formats, including a Broadway play and video game, Hogwarts Legacy, which sold over 12 million copies within the first fortnight of its release. With a new live-action television show planned for 2026, Harry Potter is showing no signs of slowing down.

• The series finale was watched by 52.5 million viewers.

• With 10 seasons and 236 episodes there are many iconic moments and lines that remain relevant in pop-culture today.

• This Harry Potter Adult Puzzle Book is aimed at engaging older fans of the franchise.

All characters and elements © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s26)

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BACKLIST SALES POINTS: • After their launch in 2021, Magic Mixies have quickly become one of the most in-demand toy lines on the market. The brand sells both small collectables and large interactive toys across many retailers around the world.

• TikTok is full of videos of people unboxing their Magic Mixies and doing the spells to bring them to life, with videos getting thousands and millions of views.

• The MooseTube Squad YouTube channel has over 590k subscribers and the Magic Mixies episodes often surpass a million views!

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: ULTIMATE ACTIVITY BOOK (MOOSE)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: COLOURING ADVENTURES (MOOSE)

AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99

AU RRP: $2.99 NZ RRP: $3.99

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781760261054 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 64 PP Publisher:

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Grab your colouring pencils and come along for a magical adventure! Join the Magic Mixies Mixlings in 64-pages of colouring and puzzle activities.

All you need is some coloured pencils and your wonderful imagination to make your favourite Mixies and Mixlings even more magical!

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: PAINT WITH WATER (MOOSE)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: SUPER STICKER BOOK (MOOSE)

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761645433 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 210 MM Page Count: 24 PP Publisher:

Use a rainbow of colours to bring these magical mixling and pixling characters to life! This Magic Mixies Paint With Water book contains 24 pages of art to paint and wateractivated inks to colour with on every page.

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SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781760265212 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 215 MM Page Count: 12 PP Publisher:

Get ready for a cuteness overload as you use your stickers to solve all sorts of Magical Mixies puzzles!

©2026 The Moose Group. MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS™ logos, names and characters are licensed trade marks of Moose Enterprise (INT) Pty Ltd.

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BACKLIST SALES POINTS: • After their launch in 2021, Magic Mixies have quickly become one of the most in-demand toy lines on the market. The brand sells both small collectables and large interactive toys across many retailers around the world.

• TikTok is full of videos of people unboxing their Magic Mixies and doing the spells to bring them to life, with videos getting thousands and millions of views.

• The MooseTube Squad YouTube channel has over 590k subscribers and the Magic Mixies episodes often surpass a million views!

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: ACTIVITY BAG (MOOSE)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: GIANT ACTIVITY PAD (MOOSE)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: STICKER BURST (MOOSE)

AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99

AU RRP: $12.99 NZ RRP: $14.99

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781760264864 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 2 X 16 PP

With super sweet art to colour and so many fun activities to complete, you’ll be part of the wonderful world of Magic Mixies in no time!

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761645440 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 296 X 373 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Grab your spell book and get ready to solve fun puzzles and challenges with some of the magical Mixling and Pixling characters.

This extra-large pad has a carry handle and contains 24 pages of colouring and activity with a sticker sheet.

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761523816 Format: NOVELTY BOOK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 230 X 190 MM

Are you ready to embark on a magical sticker journey? Join Pixly, Geckler, Luggle and the rest of the Mixlings as you complete activities and decorate colouring pages one sticker at a time!

©2026 The Moose Group. MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS™ logos, names and characters are licensed trade marks of Moose Enterprise (INT) Pty Ltd.

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BACKLIST SALES POINTS: • After their launch in 2021, Magic Mixies have quickly become one of the most in-demand toy lines on the market. The brand sells both small collectables and large interactive toys across many retailers around the world.

• TikTok is full of videos of people unboxing their Magic Mixies and doing the spells to bring them to life, with videos getting thousands and millions of views.

• The MooseTube Squad YouTube channel has over 590k subscribers and the Magic Mixies episodes often surpass a million views!

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK (MOOSE: PIXLINGS)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: GIANT ACTIVITY PAD (MOOSE)

MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS: ACTIVITY AND STICKER KIT (MOOSE)

AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761526879 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 275 X 200 MM Page Count: 16 PP

Make magic happen with the Pixlings! Use your puffy stickers on your journey through the book ... or anywhere else!

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761526862 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 296 X 373 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Make today magical! Join the Pixlings and Magic Mixlings to colour, solve puzzles and play your way through some magical activities!

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Publisher: SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761526855 Format: HARDBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 290 X 228 MM Page Count: 24 PP

Life is full of magic, especially when you’ve got the Pixlings and Mixlings to play with! With markers, a sticker sheet and an activity pad to complete, this will be a magical adventure!

©2026 The Moose Group. MAGIC MIXIES MIXLINGS™ logos, names and characters are licensed trade marks of Moose Enterprise (INT) Pty Ltd.

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie released in cinemas in September 2025, with a box office reception of over $67 million.

• The Netflix series maintains #1 Kids Show status at launch for every season (S1-S10) across Australia and New Zealand, and other international priority markets.

• 2026 will see two brand-new seasons dropping on Netflix!

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: ULTIMATE COLOURING BOOK (DREAMWORKS)

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: DOT-TO-DOT (DREAMWORKS)

AU RRP: $6.99 NZ RRP: $7.99

AU RRP: $2.99 NZ RRP: $3.99

SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761296970 Format: PAPERBACK Type: ACTIVITY Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 276 X 200 MM Page Count: 64 PP

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Join Gabby Girl, Pandy Paws and all their kitty friends on an A-Meow-Zing ultimate colouring adventure! With 64 pages of colouring fun to enjoy, it’s time to get tiny!

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It’s time to get tiny in the Dollhouse with Gabby Girl and all her kitty friends for a dot-to-dot adventure! Draw lines from each numbered dot to the next to answer questions and reveal all your favourite Dollhouse friends.

DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse © DreamWorks Animation LLC. All rights reserved.

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BACKLIST KEY SELLING POINTS: • Gabby’s Dollhouse: The Movie released in cinemas in September 2025, with a box office reception of over $67 million.

• The Netflix series maintains #1 Kids Show status at launch for every season (S1-S10) across Australia and New Zealand, and other international priority markets.

• 2026 will see two brand-new seasons dropping on Netflix!

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE THE MOVIE: PUFFY STICKER COLOURING BOOK (DREAMWORKS)

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE: THE MOVIE STORYBOOK (DREAMWORKS: INCLUDES KITTY CHARM NECKLACE)

GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE THE MOVIE: COLOURING ADVENTURES (DREAMWORKS)

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Join Gabby and the Gabby Cats on an all-new movie adventure in this colouring book. Use your puffy stickers on your journey through the book ... or just for fun!

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Celebrate Gabby’s movie moment with this sweet storybook.

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It’s time to get tiny with Gabby and all the Gabby Cats on a brand-adventure in this Gabby’s Dollhouse The Movie Colouring Adventures book. With 24 pages of colouring to enjoy, we’re just missing you!

DreamWorks Gabby’s Dollhouse © DreamWorks Animation LLC. All rights reserved.

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Embark into the magical world of Gumnuts for the first time in full colour. May Gibbs’ classic illustrations have been brought to colourful life in these never-before-seen restorations. Consisting of select excerpts from Gumnut Babies, Gum-Blossom Babies, Boronia Babies, Wattle Babies and Flannel Flower Babies, this picture book is the perfect introduction for little ones to the wonderful Gumnut World of May Gibbs.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Beautiful classic illustrations, whether May Gibbs originals or inspired by her, depict iconic Australian folklore and native bush imagery.

• May Gibbs products are increasingly popular—stationery, homewares and clothing are all available, with many sell-out collaborations with well-known lifestyle brands such as Romance Was Born, Walnut Melbourne and Kip & Co. • A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

GUMNUT BABIES TREASURY (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99

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Read the original May Gibbs stories that give us a peek behind the gum leaf at what makes our favourite Bush Babies their cheeky selves. This bind-up edition is beautifully embellished with May Gibbs’ original illustrations and words from over 100 years ago. Containing stories from Gumnut Babies, Gum Blossom Babies, Boronia Babies, Flannel Flower Babies, Wattle Babies and much more.

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THE COMPLETE ADVENTURES OF SNUGGLEPOT AND CUDDLEPIE: THE DELUXE EDITION (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $39.99 NZ RRP: $44.99 MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761122453 Format: HARDBACK Type: PICTURE Age Level: 8+ Dimensions: 280 X 229 MM Page Count: 376 PP Author: Publisher:

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First published over 100 years ago in 1918, these delightful tales of iconic Australian folklore have never been out of print. Combined together in one hardback bind-up for the first time, this edition includes The Complete Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, Little Ragged Blossom, Little Obelia, Nuttybub and Nittersing and Chucklebud and Wunkydoo. Featuring May Gibbs’ original stories and hand-drawn illustrations, this edition brings to life the enchanting world of the gumnut babies and other bush characters for today’s generation. Snugglepot and Cuddlepie set off looking to see a Human for the first time. Their adventures take them all across the bush introducing us to beloved characters and native bush creatures along the way. This hardback is the ultimate addition to any fan’s collection.

TALES OF NUTTYBUB AND NITTERSING (MAY GIBBS: CLASSICS) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761296123 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 229 MM Page Count: 96 PP

‘This is the story of Nuttybub and Nittersing. In the big gum trees live the little gumnut babies ...’

Nuttybub and Mr Lizard set off on an adventure to rescue the baby Nittersing that has been stolen by the Bad Banksia Men. Their adventures take them all across the bush, introducing us to new friends and native creatures along the way.

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781760974367 HARDBACK

Type: NOVEL Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 203 X 153 MM Page Count: 232 PP

The Complete Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie combines May Gibbs’ much-loved classics, The Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie and its two sequels, Little Ragged Blossom and Little Obelia. First published over 100 years ago in 1918, these delightful tales of iconic Australian folklore have never been out of print. This new hardback edition of Australia’s best-loved children’s books includes the original, hand-drawn illustrations, bringing alive the enchanting world of the gumnut babies and other bush characters for today’s generation.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Beautiful classic illustrations, whether May Gibbs originals or inspired by her, depict iconic Australian folklore and native bush imagery.

• May Gibbs products are increasingly popular—stationery, homewares and clothing are all available, with many sell-out collaborations with well-known lifestyle brands such as Romance Was Born, Walnut Melbourne and Kip & Co. • A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

MORE TALES FROM MRS KOOKABURRA’S TREASURY OF BEDTIME STORIES (MAY GIBBS: VOLUME 2) AU RRP: $29.99 NZ RRP: $31.99 QTY

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761524035 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 250 X 240 MM Page Count: 128 PP

Join Mrs Kookaburra as she recounts the tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie’s wonderful adventures in the Australian bush. Fall in love with May Gibbs’ classic characters in these reimagined tales as they explore, make new friends and more!

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THE GUMNUT LAND ADVENTURES: THE DELUXE EDITION (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $29.99 NZ RRP: $31.99 QTY

TALES FROM THE GUM TREE (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie on their enchanting adventures through the Australian bush. With amazing butterfly rides, boating escapades and a surprise moonlight pageant, prepare to fall in love with May Gibbs’ classic characters.

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761203275 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 280 X 229 MM Page Count: 208 PP

This is the story of Scotty the Scottish Terrier. It tells how he went to Gumnut Land and what befell him there ... Scotty wasn’t very happy in his home in the Big Bad City. It was very dull sitting about for hours and hours, always on the wrong side of the gate. Then on one fateful day, the gate was left open. This was Scotty’s chance! Out of the garden he ran into the magical world of Gumnut Land.

Scotty’s adventures take him all around the Australian Bush, into the Valley of the Caves, the friendly hustle and bustle of Gumnut Town and beyond! Join Scotty on his journey and meet a fantastical cast of creatures: Mr and Mrs Bear, Bib and Bub, Old Bill, the terrific Tiggy Touchwood and Miffrend of Squeaking House.

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761292453 HARDBACK

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‘I hear that when the sky is grey and all the world seems cold, Wattle Babies put on their yellowest clothes and come out.’

The Wattle Babies have gone missing! Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they search high and low to find them, and discover all kinds of new Bush Baby friends along the way.

KEY SELLING POINTS: • Beautiful classic illustrations, whether May Gibbs originals or inspired by her, depict iconic Australian folklore and native bush imagery.

• May Gibbs products are increasingly popular—stationery, homewares and clothing are all available, with many sell-out collaborations with well-known lifestyle brands such as Romance Was Born, Walnut Melbourne and Kip & Co. • A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

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‘You really do help everyone, Mrs Kookaburra,’ said Snugglepot, kindly. ‘One must always be ready to lend a helping wing,’ smiled Mrs Kookaburra. Join Snugglepot and Cuddlepie as they take to the skies with Mrs Kookaburra. There’s so much to do and so much to see! Can they learn how to be as helpful as their wise feathered friend?

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KEY SELLING POINTS: • Beautiful classic illustrations, whether May Gibbs originals or inspired by her, depict iconic Australian folklore and native bush imagery.

• May Gibbs products are increasingly popular—stationery, homewares and clothing are all available, with many sell-out collaborations with well-known lifestyle brands such as Romance Was Born, Walnut Melbourne and Kip & Co. • A portion of all the May Gibbs titles’ proceeds goes to the Cerebral Palsy Alliance and Northcott Society.

SNUGGLEPOT AND CUDDLEPIE DELUXE TREASURY (MAY GIBBS) Type: PICTURE Age Level: 1+ Dimensions: 210 X 210 MM Page Count: 11 PP

Introduce your little one to the magic of Australian flowers with May Gibbs. From flannel flowers to wattles, there is so much to discover and enjoy.

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781760268725 HARDBACK

Type: PICTURE Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 281 X 210 MM Page Count: 160 PP

Step into the world of the Gumnut Babies in this collection of adventures starring Snugglepot, Cuddlepie and all their friends from the bush! This treasury includes three classic tales showcasing iconic illustrations and characters. Each story celebrates over 100 years of literary legacy from legendary Australian artist, May Gibbs.

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THE GUMNUT TALES 5-BOOK COLLECTION (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $29.99 NZ RRP: $31.99 MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA ISBN: 9781761129612 Format: HARDBACK Type: BOXED SET Age Level: 3+ Dimensions: 229 X 153 MM Author: Publisher:

MAY GIBBS: I LOVE YOU, MUM! GIFT SET (GUMNUT BABIES) AU RRP: $19.99 NZ RRP: $21.99 QTY

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MAY GIBBS SCHOLASTIC AUSTRALIA 9781761298387 PAPERBACK

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I love you, Mum! And all the things that we do together! Create a beautiful keepsake album for your mum to treasure and use the cards and stickers to make her a special present.

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On all the big Gumtrees there are Gumnut Babies. Some people see them and some don’t, but they see everybody and everything. Possibly, that’s how their eyes have grown so big. This beautiful box set contains five original books from May Gibbs that were first published 100 years ago. These little books are the perfect size for little hands, with intriguing text revealing secrets of the Australian bush to capture attention and inspire imagination. Discover the secret worlds of the Gumnut Babies, Gum-Blossom Babies, Flannel Flower Babies, Boronia Babies and Wattle Babies.

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THE TALES FROM 6-BOOK COLLECTION (MAY GIBBS) AU RRP: $59.99 NZ RRP: $64.99 QTY

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Snugglepot and Cuddlepie are much loved for their many mischievous adventures in the Australian bush. Introduce a new generation to May Gibbs’ classic characters in this delightful collection of contemporary tales. This boxed set contains the following storybooks: Tales From the Gum Tree, Tales From The Billabong, Tales from the Bush, Tales from the Camp Fire, Tales from the Big City and Tales from the Sea.

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