Did you know that in Italy a kindly old witch called Le Befana delivers presents to the children? That in Holland Saint Nicholas arrives by steamboat in November? And that here in Australia we have some weird and wonderful traditions of our own? Christmas is celebrated in many ways around the world, and this book is full of interesting and surprising facts about how it's done. Roland Harvey has loads of stories to tell, easy and delicious Christmas recipes to prepare, and clever ideas for making thoughtful, eco-friendly presents and decorations. There's so much to keep you busy in the Big Book of Christmas, and when everyone is together on the big day, you can put on a puppet show, play some excellent games, and belt out your favourite Christmas carols!
Hi Everyone! Crabby Spit is COOL! I've been crabspotting, riding my bike, surfing and swimming, and looking at stars. With a bit of luck, I'll be having fish and chips for dinner. The only problem is my things keep disappearing! Can you help me find them? Roland Harvey It's summer and time to head to Crabby Spit! 'Don't forget to write!' says Grandma. The postcards come thick and fast, detailing all the timeless pleasures of playing on the beach, paddling, surfing, finding treasures, dancing to the glow of a bonfire. But look out for the clever family dog who collects all the belongings of the absent-minded artist! Short-listed for the 2005 CBCA Awards, this popular picture book is now available in paperback.
Roland Harvey and his new pelican friend are off on an adventure to walk, fish, canoe, raft, windsurf, sail, paddle-steam, houseboat and even fly their way along the Murray River, from its smallest beginnings in the high country to where it meets the sea. Together they discover the story of the river: its secrets, history, ecology, people and animals. And you're invited, too! A delight for all ages from the creator of the bestselling At the Beach series.
Henry, Penny, Frankie, Mum and Dad embark on their most exciting adventure yet - from Tassie to the very tip of the Top End. Travel with them on the ferry across Bass Strait to the mainland, through Kelly country, along the Murray, into the Flinders Ranges, underground at Coober Pedy, overhead at the Olgas, overland to the Great Sandy Desert, with the fishes at the Great Barrier Reef, deep into the Daintree, out to the islands, kayaking at Kakadu and finally frolicking on the beach at the very top. Then go back and see if you can find a football in the illustrations on each page. Hours of fun for the whole family.
Uncle Kev is lost. Can you help us find him? He's looking for the rare Bearded Night Parrot, and we're looking for him! Pack up and join us on another trip of a lifetime, across the Nullarbor and all over Western Australia. Come with us on our other family adventures: To the Top End, In the City, In the Bush and At the Beach. Praise for the series: 'This fun way for kids to learn more about Australia is sure to inspire a thirst for travel and the highly detailed pages will withstand many readings.' Sun Herald 'Roland Harvey is the master of detail - give him a page and he will create a city teeming with life.Harvey's wonderfully chaotic books always surprise.' Frances Atkinson, The Sunday Age
Uncle Kev invites his family to visit his farm, where preparations for a harvest festival are aided by happily working animals and complicated by Uncle Kev's new romance.
Traditions, customs, and legends from nineteen different countries are explained. Included are recipes, handicrafts, and the words and music to favorite Christmas carols.
The Wombats are off to the zoo in anotherzany adventure featuring the 12 comical kids and their two teachers, with lively and detailed watercolorillustrations guaranteed to occupy small children's attentions for hours The Wombats and their teachers, Ms. Annabel and Mrs. Nott, are off to the zoo. Audrey bonds with bilbies, Alecia is on a safari, Hughie wants to race a camel, and Freddie explores underwater with his magic eye. Horrie is shocked by snakes, and Ima plays harmonica with a crocodile. Ava whistles to the wild dogs, Naucia wants to take a meerkat home, and Nurse Sardi helps in the animal hospital. Dante shoots hoops with the seals. Oliver admires the cheetah, and Albert calculates just how much hippo they can eat. By the end of the day, the Wombats don't want to leave. Can you help Mrs. Nott find out where they all went?
From the tip of the Top End to way out west, Australia is packed with magical things to see and do. So off we go! Sailing and surfing, caving and kayaking, camping under big skies and exploring underground... Join us for all the madness and mayhem of our fabulous family holidays. Includes four much-loved travel books in one: At the Beach, To the Top End, All the Way to W.A. and In the Bush. Praise for the series: 'Roland Harvey is the master of detail - his wonderfully chaotic books always surprise.' The Sunday Age 'This fun way for kids to learn more about Australia is sure to inspire a thirst for travel and the highly detailed pages will withstand many readings.' Sun Herald 'At times Harvey seems to distil the essence of the Australian bush. Here is a treasure of unfailing pleasure.' Magpies
Following the adventures and misadventures of twelve knockabout kids and two teachers, this hilarious story is full of the brilliantly detailed pictures Roland Harvey is famous for.
Wombat Flat's the best! We camped out near the Cascades, stayed up all night to see the sunrise, nearly got snowed in at Mt Misery and rode across the Razorback. And a squillion other things that you'll find out when you come with us to Wombat Flat!' An irresistible companion to the best-selling At the Beach, guaranteed to occupy children for hours as they search the illustrations for the people, creatures and activities identified in the very funny text. Reviews: 'Text and illustrations are so integrated and so full of wit, humour and fascinating detail I laughed out loud and guffawed but there is also beauty. At times Harvey seems to distil the essence of the Australian bush. Here is a treasure of unfailing pleasure reassurance that Australia does still produce great comic and narrative art.' Maurice Saxby, Magpies Vol 20 No 5 Nov 2005 'Hilariously illustrated you can spend hours spotting every comical event that the artist has so skillfully included.' AB+P Sept 2005
It is dinnertime at Middlemoor Primary School, and ten-year-old Harvey Plumstead is in the playground with his friends. Although he has a reputation for being a troublesome boy, Harvey is never deliberately naughty. But he must be the unluckiest boy in the world because everything he touches turns out to be a complete disaster. Perhaps things will be different today. When a large dog appears on the pavement outside the school gate, Harvey is convinced it must be lost. Determined to help this dog, he decides to inform the Head who he is sure will be delighted with him. But will Harvey succeed in impressing the Head for once, or will he simply get himself into even more trouble?
An accessible, humorous retelling of Australia's most stirring stories, detailing the accomplishments and personalities of the brave, obsessive and sometimes foolish men who mapped Australia.
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