Raewyn Caisley

Sam likes to pull things apart and put them back together, and think about how things work. But he is sometimes so busy doing this, he forgets his chores on the family farm. Then one day he creates something truly wonderful . . . An inspirational story about discovery, invention and the importance of dreams. Praise for Raewyn Caisley and Karen Blair's picture book Hello From Nowhere: This is a children's book that makes you want to live within its pages. Hello from Nowhereis about Eve, a little girl who lives in the country. Her home is a place that some adults write off as being dull, specifically her Nan who won't visit. Eve finds joy in the simplest of things - lying on a warm flat rock, a bobtail lizard and just having the time to run. When Nan does visit she is surprised by what she learns. Sometimes the perspective of a child reminds us of what is precious in our lives.' The West Australian 'Raewyn Caisley and Karen Blair have created the most endearing child protagonist I have met this year in their fabulous picture book Hello From Nowhere.Raewyn Caisley's enthusiasm and appreciation of the Australian outback oozes out of this great story. 'My children and I enjoyed the way Eve, the main character, interacted with her wonderful surroundings. We had a glimpse of how interesting a roadhouse can be. It was very empowering to see Eve come up with an idea of how to get her Nan to visit, and it was heartwarming when Eve shows her Nan how special it is to live in the middle of nowhere. 'Karen Blair has done an amazing job in bringing ALL the characters to life. Her illustrations are fun, appealing, and full of emotion. Whether it's sharing a laugh, sharing a magical moment or sharing a hug, this relationship between grandmother and granddaughter is beautifully presented. 'This picture book would make a great gift and would be a lovely addition to children's libraries (I have already given a copy to our school library!).' http://kidsreviewcrew.blogspot.com.au/2014/08/hello-from-nowhere-by-raewyn-caisley.html 'This is a uniquely Australian book, celebrating as it does what makes the outback so special. But it's also a moving look at the bond between grandparent and grandchild. Heart-warming.' Kids' Book Review 'Hello From Nowhereis a lovely story about the magic, importance and character of Australia's outback. . . Classically Australian and a lovely story of the bond between a girl and her grandmother, this story offers kids some great insight into life outside of the big smoke - where magic abounds. The detailed and thoughtful illustrations of Hello From Nowherepull children and parents right into a place of red dust and star-filled nights.' http://reviewzoo.com.au/hello-nowhere/

Something Wonderful

Louie's big brother, Rocky, has big dreams and wants to chase them. But Louie doesn't want him to forget where he belongs . . . A heartfelt story about the bond between two brothers and their special connection to country. Illustrated by CBCA award-winning picture-book creator Dub Leffler, and written by acclaimed singer/storyteller Phil Walleystack and award-winning children's author Raewyn Caisley.

Rocky and Louie

Jane Godwin

Rachel Flynn

Bruce Dawe

Have you ever wanted to have a cat for a pet, a very large cat? Need another player for cricket? How about Scruffy, the dog? How cute are Penguins? What would you do to help save one? A very wet kitten and an even wetter goldfish, will they stay in the family? A wonderful collection of heartfelt stories all about pets and animals. Tai's Penguin - Raewyn Caisley (illustrated by Ann James). Tai fins a little penguin lying on the beach. It needs help. But what can Tai do? Poor Fish! - Jane Godwin (illustrated by David Mackintosh). It's Saturday morning. Auskick starts soon. But there's something wrong with Brendan's Fish... Tim & Tig - Victor Kelleher (Illustrated by Judy Watson). Tim's birthday present from his Aunt Ethel is a kitten. A very LARGE kitten. Scruffy's Day Out - Rachel Flynn (illustrated by Jocelyn Bell). Dad saves a scruffy little dog from being runover. But whose dog is it? No Cat - and That's That! - Bruce Dawe (illustrated by Andrew McLean). Can Sam ever persuade her dad to let her have a cat?

Animal Tales

How did Harry Kewell do it? That’s what Sam wants to know. How did he handle being called a ‘hot shot’ by his team-mates? Sam bets Harry’s coach never benched him for winning the game single-handedly! And what about Harry’s dad? Did he think soccer was for sissies too? Things are getting too tough for Sam to handle, until he meets Manuel Luque, an ex-professional English soccer player. At last there’s someone on his side! But even though Manuel’s got the contacts, the news isn’t all good. Just what does it take for a young Aussie soccer star to realise his dream? From Raewyn Caisley, the acclaimed and established author of TOP MARKS, NOT CRICKET, IN UNION, TENNIS STAR, FREE STYLE and GREAT LEAD, comes another book in the popular Junior Sports Series.

Hot Shot

Hi! I'm Eve. I live at a roadhouse in the Nullarbor. We don't get many visitors. But today my cousin Will is coming. We'll have so much fun!

Aussie Kids: Meet Eve in the Outback

Crystal longs to be a mermaid. So her mother makes her a flashing silver tail. But the tail doesn't feel real enough, until the night Crystal wears it to bed . . .

Mermaid’s Tail, The

Eve thought that living in the middle of nowhere was better than living anywhere else in the world . . . Only one thing made Eve sad. She hadn't seen Nan since they left the city long ago. Eve lives in a roadhouse in the middle of the Nullarbor and when her Nan visits one day, Eve shows her all the things that are special about where she lives. A moving celebration of the Australian outback and the special connection between grandparent and grandchild.

Hello from Nowhere

Sam likes to pull things apart and put them back together, and think about how things work. But he is sometimes so busy doing this, he forgets his chores on the family farm. Then one day inspiration strikes, and he creates something truly wonderful.

Raewyn Caisley

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