Author: Sherryl Clark
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781243
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Find out where it all began for Ellyse Perry, Australia's most prominent sportswoman Meet Ellyse Perry, age 12. All she wants to do is play sports. Cricket, soccer, touch footy, athletics--you name it But now that she's in high school, just playing sport and having fun doesn't seem so easy. For starters, her new school uniform is too big (as usual) and then there's a mix up with her electives and she has to do debating of all things To top it off, mean Ms. Parkes won't let her on the school cricket team because she thinks Ellyse is too small. Could life be more unfair? Luckily there's still club cricket with the Hoppers They're a sure bet to make the grand final and Ellyse can't wait to get out onto the pitch with her mate Jamie. Can Ellyse handle the challenges of high school and still find time for all her sporting pursuits?
Ellyse Perry 1: Pocket Rocket
Author: Sherryl Clark
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781243
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Find out where it all began for Ellyse Perry, Australia's most prominent sportswoman Meet Ellyse Perry, age 12. All she wants to do is play sports. Cricket, soccer, touch footy, athletics--you name it But now that she's in high school, just playing sport and having fun doesn't seem so easy. For starters, her new school uniform is too big (as usual) and then there's a mix up with her electives and she has to do debating of all things To top it off, mean Ms. Parkes won't let her on the school cricket team because she thinks Ellyse is too small. Could life be more unfair? Luckily there's still club cricket with the Hoppers They're a sure bet to make the grand final and Ellyse can't wait to get out onto the pitch with her mate Jamie. Can Ellyse handle the challenges of high school and still find time for all her sporting pursuits?
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781243
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 162
Book Description
Find out where it all began for Ellyse Perry, Australia's most prominent sportswoman Meet Ellyse Perry, age 12. All she wants to do is play sports. Cricket, soccer, touch footy, athletics--you name it But now that she's in high school, just playing sport and having fun doesn't seem so easy. For starters, her new school uniform is too big (as usual) and then there's a mix up with her electives and she has to do debating of all things To top it off, mean Ms. Parkes won't let her on the school cricket team because she thinks Ellyse is too small. Could life be more unfair? Luckily there's still club cricket with the Hoppers They're a sure bet to make the grand final and Ellyse can't wait to get out onto the pitch with her mate Jamie. Can Ellyse handle the challenges of high school and still find time for all her sporting pursuits?
Ellyse Perry 4: Double Time
Author: Ellyse Perry
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781294
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Did someone press fast forward? Ellyse is bursting with excitement – she's been invited to try out for a new youth soccer academy along with her friends Hu and Jamie. Could this be the start of something big? Fingers crossed! But that's not the only thing. Cricket season has started up again and there's both school and club competitions to play. Certain that she can do it all, Ellyse won't slow down. That is, until she finds herself in danger of disappointing everyone around her. Man, growing up sucks sometimes! Will Ellyse finally have to choose between cricket and soccer?
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781294
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 79
Book Description
Did someone press fast forward? Ellyse is bursting with excitement – she's been invited to try out for a new youth soccer academy along with her friends Hu and Jamie. Could this be the start of something big? Fingers crossed! But that's not the only thing. Cricket season has started up again and there's both school and club competitions to play. Certain that she can do it all, Ellyse won't slow down. That is, until she finds herself in danger of disappointing everyone around her. Man, growing up sucks sometimes! Will Ellyse finally have to choose between cricket and soccer?
The Lost Stone of SkyCity
Author: HM Waugh
Publisher: Fremantle Press
ISBN: 1925816117
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
This adventure novel is set in a fantasy world that explores the magic of earth and the elements and human nature through a tale of friendship and bravery. When Sunaya's friend Danam is stolen by the powerful Ice-People, she goes to his rescue. But as they cross into the mythical SkyCity of greenstone and gold, Sunaya discovers she has powers of her own. Soon she is forced to complete the formidable Dragon Tests and save Danam again. Along the way, Sunaya comes to realize not everything is set in stone, and friendship can be its own reward.
Publisher: Fremantle Press
ISBN: 1925816117
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 187
Book Description
This adventure novel is set in a fantasy world that explores the magic of earth and the elements and human nature through a tale of friendship and bravery. When Sunaya's friend Danam is stolen by the powerful Ice-People, she goes to his rescue. But as they cross into the mythical SkyCity of greenstone and gold, Sunaya discovers she has powers of her own. Soon she is forced to complete the formidable Dragon Tests and save Danam again. Along the way, Sunaya comes to realize not everything is set in stone, and friendship can be its own reward.
Ellyse Perry 2: Magic Feet
Author: Sherryl Clark
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781251
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
When cricket season is over, there's only one thing to do . . . play soccer! Soccer season is here and Ellyse is desperate to pull on her boots and start dribbling and defending. Unlike club cricket where she is the only girl on the team, her best friends Charlie and Jazz also play soccer and it’s so much fun! But on the day of their first training session, the girls tell Ellyse they don’t want to play soccer this year – there are too many other things to do now they’re in Year Seven. Ellyse is disappointed but has an idea to try to get a girls team together at school! However, things don’t go to plan at school or at training: Ellyse is targeted by one of her own Hawks teammates and this scares off the girls from joining the school team. Will Ellyse find a way to deal with the bully and convince her schoolmates to join in the soccer action?
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143781251
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 77
Book Description
When cricket season is over, there's only one thing to do . . . play soccer! Soccer season is here and Ellyse is desperate to pull on her boots and start dribbling and defending. Unlike club cricket where she is the only girl on the team, her best friends Charlie and Jazz also play soccer and it’s so much fun! But on the day of their first training session, the girls tell Ellyse they don’t want to play soccer this year – there are too many other things to do now they’re in Year Seven. Ellyse is disappointed but has an idea to try to get a girls team together at school! However, things don’t go to plan at school or at training: Ellyse is targeted by one of her own Hawks teammates and this scares off the girls from joining the school team. Will Ellyse find a way to deal with the bully and convince her schoolmates to join in the soccer action?
Motormouth
Author: Sherryl Clark
Publisher: Penguin Group Australia
ISBN: 1742530427
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Since Chris lost his best mate, Dave, cars are all he really cares about. Then Josh Carter moves to town. His dad is a famous racing car driver and everyone wants to be Josh's friend. But as Chris soon discovers, Josh is a bit of a motormouth, and that's where the trouble begins . . .
Publisher: Penguin Group Australia
ISBN: 1742530427
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 134
Book Description
Since Chris lost his best mate, Dave, cars are all he really cares about. Then Josh Carter moves to town. His dad is a famous racing car driver and everyone wants to be Josh's friend. But as Chris soon discovers, Josh is a bit of a motormouth, and that's where the trouble begins . . .
Evacuation Road
Author: H M Waugh
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781761110351
Category : Buses
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Eva is far from home when everything goes wrong. And then it gets even worse. Her evacuation bus leaves her behind, stranded with classmates she barely knows. The chase is on. But South America is big, and the old rules are changing quickly. This is the road trip Eva never knew she needed. This is the race for the last flight home.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781761110351
Category : Buses
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Eva is far from home when everything goes wrong. And then it gets even worse. Her evacuation bus leaves her behind, stranded with classmates she barely knows. The chase is on. But South America is big, and the old rules are changing quickly. This is the road trip Eva never knew she needed. This is the race for the last flight home.
The Champion Charlies 1: The Mix-Up
Author: Adrian Beck
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143791257
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Charles was the best player in the boys’ football team. Charlotte was the best player in the girls’ side. But this season they’re both playing in the same mixed team. Is there room for two Champion Charlies on one side? And can they get past their rivalry to help form the greatest football team Jindaberg Primary has ever seen? With prankster teammates, a karaoke coach, dancing dads and an arch rival with an axe to grind, the Champion Charlies soon learn that achieving success is not going to be easy . . . but it sure will be fun!
Publisher: Random House Australia
ISBN: 0143791257
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Charles was the best player in the boys’ football team. Charlotte was the best player in the girls’ side. But this season they’re both playing in the same mixed team. Is there room for two Champion Charlies on one side? And can they get past their rivalry to help form the greatest football team Jindaberg Primary has ever seen? With prankster teammates, a karaoke coach, dancing dads and an arch rival with an axe to grind, the Champion Charlies soon learn that achieving success is not going to be easy . . . but it sure will be fun!
Ruby Red Shoes (Ruby Red Shoes, #1)
Author: Kate Knapp
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 0730496406
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
'The story of ravishing rabbit Ruby is so full of whimsy and wonder that children and adults will happily abide. The pictures are dreamy and the sense of humour delightful.' -- WEEKEND WEST Ruby Red Shoes lives in a colourful caravan with her grandmother. Ruby is gentle and kind and cares for all living things, including plants and trees, animals and people. Ruby is also particularly fond of strawberry jam and peppermint tea. From author-illustrator Kate Knapp comes this beautifully illustrated and charming picture book about Ruby, a very aware hare. ACCLAIM FOR THE RUBY RED SHOES SERIES Ruby Red Shoes Shortlisted - 2013 Children's Book Council of Australia Crichton Award for Children's Book Illustrations Ruby Red Shoes Goes to Paris Shortlisted - 2014 Australian Book Industry Award for Book of the Year for Younger Children Shortlisted - 2014 Inaugural Readings Children's Book Prize
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 0730496406
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
'The story of ravishing rabbit Ruby is so full of whimsy and wonder that children and adults will happily abide. The pictures are dreamy and the sense of humour delightful.' -- WEEKEND WEST Ruby Red Shoes lives in a colourful caravan with her grandmother. Ruby is gentle and kind and cares for all living things, including plants and trees, animals and people. Ruby is also particularly fond of strawberry jam and peppermint tea. From author-illustrator Kate Knapp comes this beautifully illustrated and charming picture book about Ruby, a very aware hare. ACCLAIM FOR THE RUBY RED SHOES SERIES Ruby Red Shoes Shortlisted - 2013 Children's Book Council of Australia Crichton Award for Children's Book Illustrations Ruby Red Shoes Goes to Paris Shortlisted - 2014 Australian Book Industry Award for Book of the Year for Younger Children Shortlisted - 2014 Inaugural Readings Children's Book Prize
Mighty Mitch #1: Aussies Vs England
Author: Mitchell Starc
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781742763194
Category : Cricket matches
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Join Mitch Starc and his U10's cricket team in a mighty test when its AUSSIES VS ENGLAND! The greatest rivalry of them all! Mitch Starcs biggest dream is to one day wear the baggy green and play for Australia. Now it seems his dream has come true early! So whats Mitchs problem? Hes pretty sure his team will be FLOGGED by the English side. He just CANT get the hang of bowling. His dad is EMBARRASSING him (and unfortunately his dad is the COACH!). His cricket whites have turned PINK! Can it get any WORSE?! Find out in this action-filled, hilarious new series created by cricket superstar Mitchell Starc!
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781742763194
Category : Cricket matches
Languages : en
Pages : 144
Book Description
Join Mitch Starc and his U10's cricket team in a mighty test when its AUSSIES VS ENGLAND! The greatest rivalry of them all! Mitch Starcs biggest dream is to one day wear the baggy green and play for Australia. Now it seems his dream has come true early! So whats Mitchs problem? Hes pretty sure his team will be FLOGGED by the English side. He just CANT get the hang of bowling. His dad is EMBARRASSING him (and unfortunately his dad is the COACH!). His cricket whites have turned PINK! Can it get any WORSE?! Find out in this action-filled, hilarious new series created by cricket superstar Mitchell Starc!
Magrit
Author: Lee Battersby
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781760650896
Category : Australian fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
An award-winning, evocative book for younger readers by Lee Battersby and Amy Daoud. Magrit lives in an abandoned cemetery. She is as forgotten as the tiny graveyard that surrounds her. One night a passing stork drops a strange bundle into the graveyard. Master Puppet, her friend and advisor, tells her it is an awful, ugly, terrible thing and that she should get rid of it. But Magrit has other ideas ... This wonderfully strange yet poignant story of accepting the truth about oneself is perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and David Almond.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781760650896
Category : Australian fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 158
Book Description
An award-winning, evocative book for younger readers by Lee Battersby and Amy Daoud. Magrit lives in an abandoned cemetery. She is as forgotten as the tiny graveyard that surrounds her. One night a passing stork drops a strange bundle into the graveyard. Master Puppet, her friend and advisor, tells her it is an awful, ugly, terrible thing and that she should get rid of it. But Magrit has other ideas ... This wonderfully strange yet poignant story of accepting the truth about oneself is perfect for fans of Neil Gaiman and David Almond.