Literacy

Looking for some good books for your children over the holidays? Here are a few recent releases:

 

Runt by Craig Silvey

'Runt' was one of last year’s shortlisted books and is now the new Aussie film hitting cinemas this week. It follows ten-year-old Annie and her stray dog as they attempt to win money to save the family farm.

 

Runt is a heartwarming and hilarious tale of kindness, friendship, hurdles, hoops, tunnels, see-saws, and, above all, being yourself and bringing out the best in others.

 

How about reading the book before watching the movie?

 

The Land of Lost Things by Andy Griffiths

The funniest, most thrills and spills new adventure series from the author of the bestselling, sales-smashing 'Treehouse' series, Andy Griffiths.

 

Remember when we went looking for my lost lucky rabbit's foot and we ended up getting lost ourselves in the Land of Lost Things? What? You don't remember? But that was one of our most exciting-and confusing-adventures ever! Let me remind you how it all happened . . .

 

Astrochimp by David Walliams (Graphic Novel)

Chump the Chimp is one astronomical astronaut on a monumental mission! Strap in and hold onto your bananas for infinite laugh-out-loud mayhem, out-of-this-world characters and zooming spaceships! 

 

David’s first ever comic book adventure, 'Astrochimp', is out now! With stellar full-colour illustrations on every page from the amazing Adam Stower. 

 

Where’s Bluey?

Newly published. Based on the hit ABC KIDS TV show!

 

Have you seen Bluey and Bingo? There are lots of other hidden items too, so join the fun in this special hardback edition of the bestselling search-and-find book!