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G I B B LE WO RT T HE G OBLIN: THE
STORIES F OR BOY S - S TORI E S F OR GI RLS
S UM M E R HO LIDAY COLLECTION
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Victor Ke lle her amd S tep h e n Mi c h a e l Kin g - Ra ndomhouse Goblin in the Bush: Gibblewort is a nasty little Irish goblin. One day he gets sick of the rain and damp of his homeland and decides to go to Australia instead. At first, he’s delighted with his new home, which is as sunny and dry as any goblin could hope for. But when he gets to know the local flora and fauna, he gets more than he bargains for and makes a hasty retreat back to Ireland where he feels safe and secure. The other goblins aren’t pleased to see him back and when gets really nasty, threaten to send him back to Oz. Goblin on the Reef: Gibblewort the Irish goblin is as nasty as ever. When his goblin friends get tired of his wicked ways, they teach him a lesson by packing him off to a damp part of Australia. The place he ends up in couldn’t be damper – the Great Barrier Reef! Delight in the adventures of Gibblewort and the creatures he meets there.
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Stories for Boys features stories that boys will be falling over themselves to read and re-read. Stories for Boys is a selection of wonderful stories written by Australian authors especially for the young male of the species. Dinosaurs, rockets, pirates and grumpy grandpas will capture boys’ imaginations and tickle their funny bones. Stories for Girls features stories that girls will be jumping with joy to read and re-read. Stories for Girls is a selection of wonderful stories written by Australian authors especially for girls in the 6- to 8-year-old age group.
LUL U BELL A N D THE CIRCUS PUP
Be l i n d a Mu r r e l l Ra n d o m h o u s e Performing dogs and trick riders on beautiful ponies - Lulu Bell can’t wait to see this circus show! There’s a circus setting up near Lulu’s house. How exciting! But as Lulu and her family walk past, they see a young girl crying. Stella tells them that Spangles the performing dog is missing. Lulu is determined to help Stella find the clever pup. Can Stella teach Lulu a circus trick in return? When the show starts, the Bell family might get a big surprise!
Rainbow Loom® is the original kit for making stretchy and super fun rubber band jewellery. The aim is to have fun creating bracelets, necklaces, rings, key tags and much more. Simply stretch the rubber bands over and around the loom to create a variety of different patterns and effects. It’s the perfect activity for kids looking to create lasting crafts. Recommended for 8 years to adult. Younger kids are recommended to use the kit with adult supervision (not for children 3 years or younger).
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Joy Cowley - Gecko Press A new pre-teen novel from the beloved New Zealand writer Joy Cowley. William and Melissa have been roped into helping their old hippie grandparents fix up their holiday home in the middle of the Sounds. They’ll have no electricity, no cellphone reception, and only each other for company. As far as they’re concerned, this is not a holiday.
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