Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776571703 ISBN 13: 9781776571703
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Mizieli?ski, Alexandra; Mizieli?ski, Daniel (illustrator). A funky and fascinating collection of inventions that never caught on, from the authors of the international bestseller MAPS. When Leonardo da Vinci invented the tank, car, helicopter, glider, parachute, submarine, lift and telescope, over 500 years ago, he was considered a dreamer. Or even crazy. Today he is understood to be a genius, ahead of his time. This book collects ancient and modern inventions. Some are revolutionary, others comical, others were simply impossible. But each of them testifies to the extraordinary imaginations of their inventors. You will find here a flying bicycle, bubble telegraph, passenger clouds and passenger birds, mechanical chess players, a water clock, a concentration hood and many more incredible ideas. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2011
ISBN 10: 1877467677 ISBN 13: 9781877467677
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Gavin Bishop (illustrator). A delightful and joyous collection of illustrated short stories for reading aloud to young children. This is Joy Cowley at her child-friendly best! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2010
ISBN 10: 1877467200 ISBN 13: 9781877467202
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Zou, a resourceful little zebra, finds a creative solution to a problem all young children will identify with, making for a sweet, humorous family story, especially good for Saturday mornings. Full colour. When Mummy and Daddy wake up, Zou is allowed to climb into their bed. Knock, knock! Are you awake? asks Zou. We're asleep, they say. How can Zou wake them so they won't be grumpy? They need coffee. Lots of coffee. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2013
ISBN 10: 1877579254 ISBN 13: 9781877579257
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Good. Starring Anton and Luke from Anton Can Do Magic (the USBBY winner and ReadBoston Award finalist), this is another funny, child-centred picture book, full of imagination. Anton and his friend Luke fight an epic battle to be declared the strongest-but will they be outdone by a puppy? The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2009
ISBN 10: 1877467359 ISBN 13: 9781877467356
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. An extraordinarily warm and funny book about a big brother's courage and inventiveness when he discovers his parents have been run over by a truck - or have they? 'It's just you and me now,' I said, 'alone in the world. But I'll look after you very, very well. Everything will be just like normal.' 'I think this has the same dry humour as All the Dear Little Animals. It is so true to childhood - the boy taking on responsibility and acting beyond his years - and is all about the power of imagination.' Julia Marshall, publisher. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2015
ISBN 10: 1927271827 ISBN 13: 9781927271827
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Sometimes the most important things are right under your nose. Tonight Dad wants to show his son something very special: the universe. Of course, they can't possibly embark on such a daring adventure unprepared, so they wrap up warm, gather and provisions, and then off they go. It's a long walk, but eventually they get there. Along the way, they learn that sometimes the journey is more important than the destination, and sometimes the biggest lessons happen when you least expect them. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2013
ISBN 10: 1877579548 ISBN 13: 9781877579547
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Sakai, Komako (illustrator). When Hannah wakes suddenly in the night, she discovers a whole new world of adventure. With nobody awake to tell her off, she can do just as she pleases. The book combines simple language with beautifully textured images, capturing the innocence and wonder of young children at play. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2007
ISBN 10: 0958278725 ISBN 13: 9780958278720
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. One Morning Tortoise suddenly finds himself wearing a crown. 'I am the King!' he says. His friends can't stop laughing. Goat, Flamingo, Snake, Pig, Crocodile, Elephant and Ape each think they would make a perfect king. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776571460 ISBN 13: 9781776571468
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The cold bites and the sea lashes in this page-turning adventure on the ice seas. No one but ten-year-old Siri dares to face treacherous sailors, hungry wolves and the arctic winter to save her younger sister from the dreaded Captain Whitehead and his ice sea pirates. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2020
ISBN 10: 1776572815 ISBN 13: 9781776572816
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Rynhart, Kieran (illustrator). A new gift edition of James K Baxter's classic poems for children, illustrated by Kieran Rynhart. The poems in The Tree House are light and easy read-alouds for classrooms or with toddlers-on-the-couch. James K Baxter wrote these poems when he was teaching in Lower Hutt in the 1950s. Successful in the classroom, they have been regularly reprinted in anthologies and collections and remain popular for their accessible rhythms, humour, and quintessentially New Zealand settings. This new gift edition of Baxter's poems is illustrated by Kieran Rynhart in dramatic spreads and beautifully drawn details. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2009
ISBN 10: 1877467456 ISBN 13: 9781877467455
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Pauline Martin (illustrator). An endearing book all about friendship. Give and take, laugh and reflect along with Hamster and his ever-patient friendsa The friendship between a group of forest animals is brought to life in this enchanting book of comic-strips. Hamster is the selfish and narcissistic main character surrounded by affectionate friends who love him, warts and all. We all have friends or family members like this, who we love in spite of their annoying characteristics. Philosophical, ironic and terribly funny, The Reflections of a Solitary Hamster will appeal to thoughtful readers - young and old. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2021
ISBN 10: 1776574028 ISBN 13: 9781776574025
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Elliot, David (illustrator). A delightful board book for toddlers and adults to have fun experimenting with words to create funny new ones. Selected as a White Raven 2022 and a Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year 2023. Playful animals get up to everyday toddler mischief in this board book built on child-based wordplay, where each page twists animal names into funny new words that are fun to share. With illustrations drawn from a toddlers world, babies and young children will recognize each activitygetting dressed, playing, painting (including themselves), having a bath, using the pottyand see how the animal makes the mischievous most of it. The bumblebee breaks its toybumblebee grumblebee! The cockatoo is getting dressedcockatoo sockatoo! The pelican tries out the pottypelican smellican! What will turtle do? Everybody gathers for the final squirtle. Built for adults, babies and toddlers to share and read aloud, this fresh and sweet board book encourages experimentation with words and sounds, just by changing a letter or two. Other books by David Elliot: Oink Henrys Map Praise for Bumblebee Grumblebee "Delightful images and carefully selected text combine for a silly, innovative, entirely enjoyable read."starred, Kirkus Reviews, Best Board Book of 2022 "Sweet, beautifully detailed pastel illustrations."Bank Street Best Children's Books 2022: Holiday Gift Edition "Readers will laugh aloud at the changes these animals undergo by adding simple words . . . a winner."School Library Journal "A fun, rhyming, whimsical board book which makes us laugh out loudperfect book for under twos!" Sunday Star Times "Stands out in a field of rather pedestrian animal board books as it is not only funny but the last few pages are particularly wonderful . . . . Children will want this book read over and over again and will quickly join in and shout out the words." Read NZ "This board book is creative and different enough from whats out there to be worth adding to your collection."Youth Services Book Review "Sticking the landing in a board book is an art. David Elliot? A master."Betsy Bird Praise for Oink: "Told only in animal dialect and sound effects but with brilliant visual details, this story will become a bathtime favorite."Kirkus Reviews, Starred Praise for Oink: "Gorgeous Books to Expand the Youngest Minds: The delicacy and subtlety of the art only adds to the frisky humor."The New York Times. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2013
ISBN 10: 1877467545 ISBN 13: 9781877467547
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Toucan can do lots of things. Toucan dances, Toucan sings. Toucan bangs a frying pan. Can YOU do what Toucan can? The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2010
ISBN 10: 1877467405 ISBN 13: 9781877467400
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The fierce little woman lived in a house at the end of a jetty. She knitted socks in blue and green wool, to sell to sailors who had got their feet wet. But when there were no ships at her jetty, she was quite alone. One stormy day, a pirate came to the house on the jetty. He stood on his toes, and starting tap-tap-tapping on the window. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2010
ISBN 10: 1877467383 ISBN 13: 9781877467387
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "If you carry me, I'll show you the way. Good for you, good for me ." Dormouse is good at making deals. But are they always good for Bear? They soon work out that friendship has nothing to do with keeping score . The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2012
ISBN 10: 1877467804 ISBN 13: 9781877467806
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Country of Origin: Sweden Dani is probably the happiest person she knows. She's happy because she's going to start school. Dani has been waiting to go to school her whole life. Then things get even better-she meets Ella Frida by the swings. After that, Dani and Ella Frida do everything together. They stick together through wet and dry, sun and rain, thick and thin. But then something happens that Dani isn't prepared for . . . The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2019
ISBN 10: 1776572483 ISBN 13: 9781776572489
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Ramos, Mario (illustrator). In this retelling of a classic fairytale, the big bad wolf is back, all dressed up in Grandma's nightie-but it's not having quite the effect he was hoping for. One glorious day the wolf meets Red Riding Hood strolling through the woods. She looks a clever girl, but the wolf knows who is the cleverest. He has a plan to outwit her. But this little girl is not so easily duped. And the wolf finds unexpected hazards in wearing a frilly petticoat in the deep dark woods. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2014
ISBN 10: 1877579424 ISBN 13: 9781877579424
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Guettier, Bénédicte (illustrator). A very sturdy, fun board book for babies and toddlers. Watch the wolf put on his trousers, his T-shirt, his socks, and more. But what is his plan once he's fully dressed? Snap the book shut to keep the wolf inside! This board book has extra-thick board pages, rounded corners, and strong cloth binding that will withstand many reads (it will need to!). With bold illustrations and simple text, this book is great for reading aloud and is guaranteed to get squeals and giggles of delight! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776572009 ISBN 13: 9781776572007
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The cold bites and the sea lashes in this page-turning adventure on the ice seas. No one but ten-year-old Siri dares to face treacherous sailors, hungry wolves and the arctic winter to save her younger sister from the dreaded Captain Whitehead and his ice sea pirates. "An icy adventure with a warm heart, The Ice Sea Pirates is a fantastical celebration of the precious power of love." Kiran Millwood Hargrave, author of The Girl of Ink and Stars "Philosophical, breathtakingly beautiful and unwaveringly kind, The Ice Sea Pirates is a wild adventure with a huge heart. If brave Siri ran the world, it would be a much kinder place . a beautiful book singing with hope and justice." Sarah Driver, author of The Huntress. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2012
ISBN 10: 1877467618 ISBN 13: 9781877467615
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. "The House that Jack Built is a book with two strands. The main rhythmic text, based on the well-known rhyme, tells the story of Jack Bull, who travels to New Zealand from London as a new settler in 1798. "The detailed contemporary illustrations .tell the story from a Maori perspective - beginning with the myth of creation: Papatuanuku the earth mother, Ranginui the sky father and their children as guardians of the land. As the story goes on and Jack's house grows, Papatuanuku is shown in the illustrations to weaken and fade. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2008
ISBN 10: 0958278717 ISBN 13: 9780958278713
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The amiable and charming Percy invites himself to join Ulf on his summer holiday on an island in the Swedish archipelago. Though Ulf's parents view Percy as an unsuitable friend for their son, everyone else u including Ulf's curmudgeonly grandfather u appears to love him. But it is too much for Ulf when his summer crush, Pia, also begins to show signs of affection for Percy. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2024
ISBN 10: 1776575857 ISBN 13: 9781776575855
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Strasser, Susanne (illustrator). This read-together board book is a snowballing narrative of animal chaos that culminates in story time under a blanket tent. Everyone's on the sofa to share a book: zebra, cat, child, lion. "Wait!" says zebra, "Stork isn't here yet!" Then cat needs a cushion, hamster's missing, someone's sitting on lion's tail, fish wants to be in the middle . . . . NOW they'll be able to startwon't they? In this fun, humorous story, the familiar chaos of piling onto the sofa with friends builds to a climactic hullabaloo until the happy ending of sharing a book in an ideal reading spotbehind the sofa under the blanket tent. Susanne Strasser's snowballing animal stories that children love are bestsellers in multiple languages. "A standout board book."Youth Services Book Review. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2014
ISBN 10: 1877579904 ISBN 13: 9781877579905
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A delightful picture book about a father and daughter's trip into the wilderness, and how children can help parents see the world in a different way. It's the first day of Dad's vacation and they're going camping. It's about time they did something fun, Tora thinks. All Dad does is work, drink coffee, sit at the computer, and talk on his cell phone. He is a very boring father. But now at last they're off to the forest to see some wild animals! The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776571053 ISBN 13: 9781776571055
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. More funny stories and wry observations with the bestselling Snake and Lizard. Two very different creatures learn about the give-and-take of friendship in this warm and funny story set in the desert. Snake is elegant and calm, and a little self-centred; Lizard is exuberant and irrepressible. With its wisdom, acceptance and good humour, Snake and Lizard captures the essence of friendship. The stories are beautifully illustrated by Gavin Bishop in warm and clear colours of the desert. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2014
ISBN 10: 1877579084 ISBN 13: 9781877579080
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. There was once a cheeky little rabbit. You might know him already. When his mother told him, "Simon, tomorrow is your first day of school!" he replied,"I'm not going.". The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2024
ISBN 10: 1776575679 ISBN 13: 9781776575671
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Per Gustavsson (illustrator). The first in a funny chapter book crime series about a well-behaved child who doesn't fit in to his family of criminalsfeaturing a prison break, a diamond heist, and a lie that saves the day. Theo is good at most things. He can almost count to a thousand, knows several French words, and can operate the washing machine. But he can't lie or steal. "You must try harder," says his mother sternly. The Pincher Family love to steal things. It's what they are born for! When his parents leave to visit the diamond exhibition, Theo's heart sinks. After breaking Grandma out of prison (his little sister needs someone to read her bedtime story), Theo sees no alternative but to stop his parents stealing the diamond. His shout of "Stop! Police!" brings them only delightTheo's lie has shown he is a true Pincher. A mix of adventure, silliness, and everyday family life, and with bright and funny illustrations, this is a perfect chapter book for beginning and reluctant readers. Praise for The Pinchers: "If you are looking for a goofy, good fun beginning chapter book reader series, pinch this book. Criminally good writing, illustrations, and design."Jon Scieszka, US National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature "Ingenious, well-written and with absolutely wonderful illustrations. We enjoy stories where we both giggle and nod thoughtfully . . . . Criminally good!" Crimetime Award for Children's Detective of the Year 2022. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2024
ISBN 10: 1776575946 ISBN 13: 9781776575947
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Timmers, Leo (illustrator). Bear can't find his glasses. He must have left them at Giraffe's house. On the way over, Bear sees all kinds of animals he didn't notice last time: an elephant, a crocodile, a flamingo, a deer. And who's this long spotty snake lying on Giraffe's deckchair? The patient Giraffe finds Bear's glassesright where glasses always get lost, perched on his head. Then Bear takes Giraffe to meet these wondrous animals that he found on the way. Leo Timmers' details are full of expression and humorthe angle of Giraffe's neck and lift of his eyebrows, hiding his skepticism as he helps his friend, the dear, artless bear. Through an ingenious telling of this classic comical situation, Leo Timmers shows us how to enjoy the world through different eyes. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776571673 ISBN 13: 9781776571673
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. A rambunctious book for kids about the best meal of the day. The baby wants breakfast so Malcolm gets out of bed to get started. Then in comes Toby. And Una and Toto, then Alice-they're hungry too. And Conrad from next door and his sister Ruby! Everyone has a request for breakfast. But who is taking notice of the baby? The Longest Breakfast is a fun family story full of comings and goings with a lovely baby at the centre. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2018
ISBN 10: 1776571975 ISBN 13: 9781776571970
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Crowther, Kitty (illustrator). Tell me three goodnight stories, please, please, says Little Bear. Three!? says her mother. YesI gave you three good night kisses! First, Little Bear hears the story of the Night Guardian, who lives in the woods and makes sure all the animals go to bed. But who tells the Night Guardian when its bedtime? The second story is about the brave girl Zhora, who seeks the forests most delicious blackberries. In the third we meet Bo, the little man with the big overcoat, who finds it hard to sleep. Finally, Little Bear falls asleep, and there in bed beside her are her new storybook friends. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.
Published by Gecko Press, New Zealand, Wellington, 2017
ISBN 10: 1776571371 ISBN 13: 9781776571376
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Good. M?hle, Jörg (illustrator). A perfectly simple interactive board book for babies that lets the child take charge of bathtime. Who enjoys having their ears washed? Little Rabbit doesn't like the idea, but it turns out to be not so bad after all. But he does need our help. When the blow-dryer breaks, we must blow his ears dry. Wfffff! Keep blowing! Now wrap him in the towel and bathtime is over. Squeaky clean, Little Rabbit! Joerg Muhle has created another loveable boardbook that invites children to turn on the shower, cover Little Rabbit's eyes, wipe the water off his nose. Fun for everyone: children, parents, and rabbits! The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.