DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Seven Little Australians" by Ethel Sybil Turner. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.
In this classic Australian picture book, a dingo catches a wombat and wants to cook him in a stew. But all the other bush animals have a plan to save their friend. They trick the dingo into using mud, feathers, flies, bugs and gumnuts in his wombat stew, and the result is a stew the dingo will never forget!
Seven Little Australians is a classic children's novel which relates the adventures of the seven mischievous Woolcot children, their stern father, and flighty stepmother Esther, living in Sydney in the 1880s. Mr. Woolcot is an army Captain who has little understanding of his children, and their 20-year-old stepmother Esther can exert little discipline on them as they wreak havoc wherever possible. After a children's prank, when they embarrass Captain Woolcot at his military barracks, he orders that ringleader Judy be sent away to boarding school in the Blue Mountains and tries to be even more strict, but children always find the way to the next adventure.
A classic story of friendship and jealousy from a beloved Australian author. Erica has always believed herself to be the star of her sixth grade class. But then Alison Ashley shows up, and right from the start, seems to threaten Erica's position. Can these classmates ever see past their difficulties and find friendship?
In 'The Greatest Children's Classics – Jules Verne Edition', readers are immersed in the imaginative and adventurous world of Jules Verne's most beloved tales. Written in a captivating and descriptive style, Verne takes readers on thrilling journeys to the depths of the ocean in '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' and to the center of the earth in 'Journey to the Center of the Earth'. These timeless classics not only entertain young readers with their exciting plots and vivid imagery, but also inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity about the world. Verne's ability to blend scientific knowledge with fiction creates a unique reading experience that both educates and entertains. Whether exploring unknown lands or encountering mysterious creatures, Verne's stories are sure to captivate the hearts and minds of readers of all ages. Jules Verne, known as one of the founding fathers of science fiction, drew inspiration from the scientific advancements and explorations of his time. His passion for adventure and discovery shines through in his works, as he transports readers to fantastical worlds and challenges their understanding of what is possible. Verne's vivid imagination and attention to detail make his stories not only entertaining, but also thought-provoking, inviting readers to ponder the limits of human ingenuity and the wonders of the natural world. I highly recommend 'The Greatest Children's Classics – Jules Verne Edition' to readers who enjoy thrilling adventures, science fiction, and thought-provoking narratives. Verne's timeless tales continue to captivate audiences worldwide, showcasing the enduring power of imagination and exploration in literature.
What are the classic works of Australian literature? And what can they tell us about ourselves and the land we live in? Providing a selected overview of Australia's greatest literature, Australian Classics is an accessible companion to our literature and a story of writing in Australia from the nineteenth century to the present. Australian Class...
Beloved picture book creator and four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Leo Lionni's very first story for children, and a New York Times Best Illustrated Book of the Year. Little Blue and Little Yellow are best friends, but one day they can’t find each other. When they finally do, they give each other such a big hug that they turn green! How they find their true colors again concludes a wonderfully satisfying story told with colorful pieces of torn paper and very few words. Leo Lionni launched his children’s book career in 1959 with Little Blue and Little Yellow, and this 50th-anniversary edition, complete with Lionni’s own explanation of how the book came to be, is sure to resonate with children today.
1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up is the perfect introduction to the very best books of childhood: those books that have a special place in the heart of every reader. It introduces a wonderfully rich world of literature to parents and their children, offering both new titles and much-loved classics that many generations have read and enjoyed. From wordless picture books and books introducing the first words and sounds of the alphabet through to hard-hitting and edgy teenage fiction, the titles featured in this book reflect the wealth of reading opportunities for children.Browsing the titles in 1001 Children's Books You Must Read Before You Grow Up will take you on a journey of discovery into fantasy, adventure, history, contermporary life, and much more. These books will enable you to travel to some of the most famous imaginary worlds such as Narnia, Middle Earth, and Hogwart's School. And the route taken may be pretty strange, too. You may fall down a rabbit hole, as Alice does on her way to Wonderland, or go through the back of a wardrobe to reach the snowy wastes of Narnia.
