Catalogue Jan - Jun 2021

Stories with Humour & Heart

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2 Stories with Humour & Heart ALL LARRIKIN TITLES COME WITH TEACHER’S NOTES & ACTIVITIES

Stud 9781922503114 9781922503121 9781922503138Dhana Fox 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

How to Hug a Cactus 9781922503176 9781922503183 9781922503190Emily S. Smith 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Crocs don’t do Yoga 9781922503237 9781922503244 9781922503251Michelle Wilson 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Milo’s Little Secret 9781922503145 9781922503152 9781922503169Rebecca Ralfe 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Encourages children to be themselves• A gentle introduction to failure and resilience• A perfect read aloud book for the classroom

• Explores a range of emotions and challenges• Encourages children to be come up with solutions to their problems

• A gentle introduction to failure and resilience

• Promotes body awareness and physical activity • Introduces yoga and meditation in a fun and engaging way

•Teaches simple techniques to regulate emotions

• Encourages a sense of adventure and intrigue• Explores people’s pets and the sneaky secrets they keep

• A fun and energetic story for cat lovers

Fickleton Farm is peaceful and calm until the arrival of a warty visitor. With confidence high, he announces to the animals, ‘I’m Stud. I’m the best!’ But what can a toad bring to a farm? Stud is a born entertainer who is not afraid to fail. He eventually earns his spot on the farm and is embraced by the menagerie.

How do you hug a cactus? I’d really like to know. You see, I love my cactus, And my hugs will help it grow. A young girl explores the possibilities of hugging her most favourite plant, a cactus. With a little help from her family members and a gardening guru, she tries a number of solutions to help solve her prickly problem, all with varying degrees of success. How to Hug a Cactus is a story that will ‘stick’ with many readers.

Crocs don’t do yoga... or do they? Connie is one snappy crocodile. Any small setback can send the croc into a frenzy, forcing all the creatures on Constant Creek to take cover. Then an unlikely friend suggests yoga to help stay calm… but Connie will need some encouragement.Will she be brave enough to give it a try?

When Milo doesn’t come home after dark, his humans soon realise he’s missing! With the whole neighbourhood on the hunt for the beloved pet, it becomes clear that little Milo has been keeping a very sneaky secret. Can you guess what it might be?

From the back of the ute fell a leathery lump,all covered in warts with a hideous hump.

It plopped its way over and puffed out its chest,

announcing to all…Nightmare!

Her breath shortened...

Her jaws locked tight...

The animals took cover... they were in for a fright!

…"Breathe Connie, it will all be okay.

Don't let a small splatter ruin your day."…

But Mr Moore from 44 came trotting down their way,

holding up a poster of his cat, who'd gone astray.

"Your cat," cried Dad, "is Milo! What on earth is going on?""That's funny," Mr Moore replied, "I always called him Ron."

My sister cried, ‘Go wrap it up,in Grandma’s woolly shawl.’

But wool is super scratchy,

so that didn’t help at all.

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The Perfectly Proper Grand 9780648894551 9780648894568 9781922503046Pet Parade 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99Coral Vass

Happy as a Hog out of Mud 9781922503008 9781922503015 9781922503022Sean Avery 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

The Vampires Next Door 9781922503084 9781922503091 9781922503107Sigi Cohen 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Vlad’s in Love 9781922503053 9781922503060 9781922503077Rory H. Mather 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

3Stories with Humour & HeartALL LARRIKIN TITLES COME WITH TEACHER’S NOTES & ACTIVITIES

• A gentle introduction to failure and resilience.• Explores a range of emotions and challenges.

• Explores the important theme of problem solving and resilience.

• Encourages a sense of adventure and intrigue.• Explores difference and acceptance.

• Explores the important theme of being true to yourself.

• Encourages a love of reading.• Explores the important theme of problem solving and resilience.

• A fun and satisfying story for vampire lovers.

• Explores a range of emotions• Encourages children to be themselves

• A perfect read aloud book for the classroom

Lavender and her friends can’t wait to bring their pets into school for the Perfectly Proper Grand Pet Parade. Everything is perfect until a troublesome two start scheming! The Perfectly Proper Grand Pet Parade is a fast-paced adventurous romp celebrating animals of all kinds, via lighthearted humour and action. You may be left with some questions about the cheeky ending.

Warthogs LOVE to play in mud. But not Charlie… Charlesworth Oinkington is a sophisticated gentle-hog who would rather sip tea, go bird watching and read poetry. Happy as a Hog out of Mud celebrates difference and acceptance via lighthearted humour and cannonballs! Readers will enjoy exploring a range of different animals, engage with the hilarious and quirky illustrations and marvel at the memorable characters.

Lee has some serious concerns about her next door neighbours. When children in the street start to disappear, Lee knows something is terribly wrong. She feels a nibble on her neck one night and Horace appears, acting batty and in a bad-tempered manner. Will Lee be able to use her courage and grace to come up with a fail-proof plan to be rid of her bloodsuckingneighbours, once and for all?

Everyone’s favourite smelly-breathed vampire is back with another dilemma, but this time it’s a matter of the heart. Peggy-Sue is new to Monster School and Vlad is smitten. Frank and Keith are not much help as they are in love too!Will the crew find the courage to talk to their crushes? Romance is undead in this sweet and funny love story.

There were runners and jumpers

and those

who sat still

with leashes and collars, ribbons and frills.

An abundance of pets, all shapes, every sizeand everyone hoping to win the pet prize.

The very next morning - Lee rode to the deli

and bought lots of garlic bread,

fresh-baked and smelly.

When she’s near, my face goes red,that can’t be good... because I’m dead.

‘I like this Ghoul named Peggy-Sue,who’s in my class - she’s brand new.

Charlesworth was determined

to find new friends.

Sophisticated associates — who were

as clean and orderly as he was.

”new SOPHISTICATED associates.”

But, believe it or not, the bushveld was not exactly

brimming with creatures who took their personal hygiene

quite as seriously as Charlesworth Oinkington did.“Ghastly!”

“I never thought I’d say this, but I do

hope that’s mud they’re throwing…”

“It isn’t.”

“Foul!”

He was all but ready to give

up when he spotted them ...

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Walking Your Human 9780648894513 9780648894520 9780648894537Liz Ledden 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Reggie Red 9780648872207 9780648872214 9780648886884Josie Layton 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Encourages a sense of adventure and intrigue.• Simple, easy to follow text.

• Encourages children to seek answers to their questions.

• Encourages readers to embrace their uniqueness.• Gently explores themes of inner beauty and kindness.

• Encourages conversation about self-image and healthy body image.

Have you ever wondered what your dog is thinking? It turns out they know just what humans want – to be walked! And once they’re on their way, these dogs will share exactly how to do it.Walking Your Human is a light-hearted look at the very different ideas dogs and humans have about what makes for a good walk. Readers and their dogs will howl with laughter at this hilarious story with colourful illustrations and memorable characters.

With freckles and curls so big and so red, Reggie felt worried; “Just look at my head! Others have hair that is brown, blonde and flat, How can I make my hair look like that?” Reggie Red tells the story of a little girl who discovers that beauty is far more than what you see on the outside.

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If you ever see your human relaxing, don't be fooled.

They're wait ng to be walked.

If you ever see your human relaxing, don't be fooled.

They're wait ng to be walked.

With freckles and curls so big and so red,

Reggie felt worried; "Just look at my head!Others have hair that is brown, blonde and flat,

how can I make MY hair look like that?"

That night Reggie yanked

and tousled,

pulling it down with all of her muscle.

Ham 9780648872221 9780648872238 9780648886891Dhana Fox 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Hugo’s Runaway Legs 9780648804987 9780648804994 9780648886877Alys Jackson 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Highlights themes of teamwork, leadership, problem-solving, resilience and facing your fears• Explores where our food comes from by introducing the concept of paddock to plate

• Loveable farmyard animals who work together to achieve a common goal

• Encourages an active lifestyle with varied activities.• Easy to follow rhyming text / Encourages children to get up and moving.

• Investigates a range of different animals and how they move about.

What happens when Ham and his crew discover that they’re destined for the dinner table? Ham is a hilarious farm yard romp, with loveable characters and bright illustrations. The farmyard animals, Ham, Satay, Chops, Stew (and a few chickens) must work together to save themselves from their inevitable fate - the dinner plate! Are there any other food options for us to discover and could there be another purpose for these adorable animals?

Hugo’s legs have run away they simply didn’t want to stay at home where they just lay about Hugo’s legs just wanted out!Hugo Holt’s legs have run away and jumped on the bus! Hugo can’t do without them. How on earth will he catch his runaway legs? This rhyming story explores why we need to make sure we use our own legs each day. What would you do if your legs quit on you?

but the ... bus ... is ... faster! ’

...but in the end poor Hugo wept.

' This,' he wailed, ' is pure disaster.These legs are fast

A van had rocked up with a sign on its sidewith a picture so gruesome - quick animals, hide!

‘ I know I’ll be taken I’m gorgeously plump,voluptuous, wobbly, just check out this rump.’

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Zombie School Teachers 9780648804925 9780648804932Sigi Cohen 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99

Bad Herbert 9780648804901 9781922503039Mike Lucas 32pp PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Who is at the Zoo? 9780648804963 9780648804970 9780648886860Sharon Boyce 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Big Beach BBQ 9780648804949 9780648804956 9780648886853Carly Taylor 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Fun and engaging game rhyming story.• Bright and colourful illustrations by illustrator Heidi Cooper Smith.

• Encourages a sense of adventure and intrigue.• Easy to follow rhyming text.

• Encourages children to seek answers to their questions.

• Jam packed full of classic Aussie beach culture, this hilarious story is perfect for summer.• Fun, predictable rhyme promotes key reading skills.• Bright and comical illustrations by Vaughan Duck.

Some school teachers like children with brains... a little too much! So what do you do when you suspect that your teachers are brain-munching zombies? You keep your heads and run for your lives! Kids love a good Zombie story and this hilarious picture book from the author of My Dead Bunny will certainly not disappoint.

There’s a big, chocolate cake at the end of this book. If you don’t believe us, then take a quick look. But beware, for Bad Herbert is heading there too. Do you think he can get to the cake before you? Bad Herbert is a naughty ape who’ll do anything for a delicious slice of chocolate cake. Let’s see how far he can get...

If the animals are in the house, the street, at school and in town, then who is at the Zoo? Who is at the Zoo is an action-packed, animal-filled, rhyming tale, guaranteed to elicit a giggle or two, when readers discover who actually is at the Zoo. Readers will go bananas for this hilarious story with colourful illustrations and memorable characters.

‘G’day Mates! Let’s grab some plates. It’s time to start the party. Grab your tongs. Put on your thongs. Let’s have a beachside barbie.’ Throw on your swimmers and join these much-loved Aussie animals for a day at the beach. With cricket, snags, and stacks of slang. It’s fair dinkum fun for the whole family!

She lurched to the door, turned the key in the lock, then pounced upon Mia, and much to our shock,

for some crazy reason that wasn't quite clear she started to chew upon Mia's left ear.

There’s a monkey doing hairstyles on a lion’s luscious mane,

and a lemur with my toothbrush spitting toothpaste down the drain.

Then I find...

Roo and Croc, check the clock. The battle must be fought.

Their eyes all gleam. They pick their team. It’s time to play some sport. ................................................

He’s opened the gate! He has learned to pick locks!

Bad Herbert, how dare you ! Get back in your box!

Get back in your box! We shan’t te l l you again.

This river wi l l stop you from reaching page ten.

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Vlad’s Bad Breath 9780648728771 9780648728788 9780648886822Rory H. Mather 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Great way to introduce personal hygiene and cleanliness to kids.• Comes with a full colour ‘Vlad and Friends Hygiene Routine’ poster.

What good is a Vampire with bad teeth? Not being able to see yourself in the mirror stinks... but not as much as putrid breath!When poor Vlad’s breath smells worse than death his best friends help him find a way to manage the smell and keep his teeth sparkling clean. Readers will fall in love with Vlad and his quirky friends Frank & Keith.

Vlad showed the monster how to shower,

‘Til his feet smelled like a f lower.

‘What can I do?’, asked monster Frank,‘It’s true my feet smell really rank.’

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There’s a Shark in the Loo 9780987635488 9780648728733 9780648872290Sharon Boyce 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Fun and engaging characters and delightful story.• Encourages creativity and clever thinking.

• Easy to follow rhyming text keeps little ones excited and curious.

Shark in the Loo is a laugh out loud story about a cheeky Shark who shows up unexpectedly in the bathroom on birthday party day. Mum, Dad and the party girl herself try all sorts of crazy ways to clear the house before the party guests arrive, and of course all their attempts are unsuccessful. In the end, the family must accept the additional party guest, who turns out to be a larger than usual extra mouth to feed.

But inside the bathroom, I get quite a fright.

I call loudly, amazed at the sight.

‘Mum quick!’

‘What’s wrong?’ says my mum, too busy to stop.

‘The cake is not cooked, and the floor needs a mop.’‘Mum quick!’

My Shadow Is Pink 9780648728757 9780648728764 9780648886815Scott Stuart 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Encourages self love and acceptance.• Teaches children the concept of diversity, equality and inclusion.

• Creates opportunity for open discussion and learning.

My Shadow is Pink is a beautifully written rhyming story that touches on the subjects of gender identity, self acceptance, equality and diversity. Inspired by the author’s own little boy, ‘Shadow’s’ main character likes princesses, fairies and things ‘not for boys’…he soon learns (through the support of his dad) that everyone has a shadow that they sometimes feel they need to hide.

My heart nearly burst

and my shadow it soared!I picked up the dress and wore it once more.

We ran out the door, this time holding hands.

My Dad and our shadows,

together we stand.

Temper Tabitha 9780648728719 9780648886808Jackie Hosking 32pp PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Encourages mindfulness, manners and sharing.• Easy to follow rhyming text keeps little ones excited and curious.• Teaches children the importance of sharing and being respectful.

Tabitha is naughty. Tabitha is rude. When a brand new hat catches Tabitha’s eye (and the eye of a rival boy), it’s not long before Tabitha throws a temper tantrum and gets all the customers in the store involved. Chaos and madness ensues and Tabitha soon learns that kindness and manners are a much better way to behave.

It didn’t take long for the people to choose

which one should win and which one should lose.They linked round each other and pulled like a chain,

to-ing and fro-ing again and again.

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Would You Rather? 9780987635440 9780648728726 9780648872269James Layton 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

I Want to be a Movie Star 9780987635457 9780987635464 9780648872252Mary Anastasiou 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

Skadoodle & Snug’s 9780987635471 9780648728740 9780648872283Magnificent Plan HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99Caroline Tuohey 32pp

Garbage Guts 9780987635426 9780648728702 9780648872276Emily Smith 32pp HB $24.50 PB $16.99 BIG $39.99

• Fun and engaging game based on the classic Would you rather...? split scenario.• Encourages engagement through imagination and anticipation.

• Easy to follow text keeps little ones excited and curious.

• Great introduction to the many genres of movies and theatre.• Encourages learning through imagination and play.

• Great way to introduce drama, creative activities, games and craft.

• Encourages creativity and clever thinking.• Easy to follow rhyming text keeps little ones excited and curious.

• Teaches children the concept of ‘fitting in’ and acceptance.

• Fun and engaging story about recycling and the environment• Encourages mindfulness and awareness

• Teaches children the importance of caring for our planet and their environment

Would You Rather... a Hose for a Nose or 25 Toes? Would You Rather… Onions for Eyes or Cauliflower Ears? Who doesn’t love a good old game of ‘Would You Rather’…?Get set for some hilarious nonsensical FUN as you choose between two equally silly scenarios at the turn of every page!

What kind will you be? Pirate Captain? Noble Queen? Superhero? Maybe a Comedian or a star on Broadway? Anything is possible with a little fun and a whole lot of creativity. Join Evie (and Oscar) as they imagine their way through the magic of movies, theatre and play time. This book challenges the mainstream idea of fame and teaches little ones that their dreams may come in many different forms if they are open to exploring.

Skadoodle & Snug’s Magnificent Plan is a hilarious tale about 2 neighbouring pooches who decide that they’re just not matched with their owners. The 2 dogs come up with their perfect plan for a switcheroo, but even the best laid plans can go pear-shaped. In the end, the pooches owners agree that Skadoodle & Snug were right all along.

In the North Pacific Ocean lives a monster made of trash - a hungry, greedy meanie with a handlebar moustache. He blobs about destroying all the oceans and the seas. Garbage Guts is determined to have the ocean all for himself, and will do just about anything to get his way. How on Earth will this beast be stopped? This action-packed story explores the impact of our waste on the environment, and ways we can help save our planet.

26 Toes?Would you rather... OR

a Hose for a Nose

Miss Willis was older and pottered indoors.

Skadoodle preferred to be out on all fours.

She wished that Miss Willis would throw her the ball ;

being stuck in the house gave her no joy at all.

‘Those horrid, hateful creatures! I detest them all,’ he cried,

‘I’m better than the lot of them,’ he said with spiteful pride.

‘I’m faster than a bull shark,

and I’m slicker than a seal,

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Sally & the Magical Sneeze 9780987635402Simon Taylor 32pp HB $24.50

I Want to be a Rock Star 9780987635419Mary Anastasiou 32pp HB $24.50

• Easy to follow rhyming text keeps little ones excited and curious.• Is playful and wacky in the story and illustration.

• Will make kids laugh out loud.

• Great introduction to the many genres of music.• Encourages learning through imagination and play.• Taps into every child’s dreams of becoming a star.

Sally is sick at home in her room... But then something magical happens... she sneezes up all kinds of wacky creatures who want to have fun and games with her!It’s a wild story of imagination and silliness.

So you want to be a Rock Star? What kind will you be? A Country Star? A Singer? The leader of a Jazz Band? Join Luke (and Ralphie) as they imagine their way through the magic of music. From country, rap and punk to disco, jazz and rock you’ll discover that all Rock Stars’ dreams begin with just a little imagination. This book teaches little ones that their dreams may come in many different forms if they are open to exploring.

I want to be in jazz bandsplaying big band, swing and blues.

I’ll wear a stylish porkpie hat and shiny lace-up shoes.

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Larrikin 2020 Titles (with display box)

Larrikin’s laugh out loud pack is a brightly coloured display box that features 12 different titles.

I Want to be a Rock StarSally & the Magical SneezeI Want to be A Movie StarWould You Rather?Garbage GutsSkadoodle & Snug’s Magnificent PlanThere’s a Shark in the LooMy Shadow is PinkVlad’s Bad Breath Zoombie School TeachersBig Beach BBQWho is at the Zoo?

12 Hardcover Picture Books in Display BoxRRP $299.88

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TITLE My Shadow is Pink

AUTHOR Scott Stuart

ILLUSTRATOR Scott Stuart

AUS RELEASE August 2020

AUS RRP $24.99

UK RELEASE September 2020

UK RRP £11.99

AGES 3-8

FORMAT Hardcover

SIZE 270mm x 255mm

EXTENT 32pp

ISBN 9780648728757

RIGHTS World (Except AUS/NZ)

BIC / CBMC YBC / A3M79

My Shadow is Pink

My Shadow is Pink is a beautifully written rhyming story that touches on the subjects of gender

identity, self acceptance, equality and diversity.

Inspired by the author’s own little boy, ‘Shadow’s’ main character likes princesses, fairies and things ‘not for boys’... he soon learns (through the support of his dad) that everyone has a shadow that they sometimes feel they need to hide.

This is an important book for a new generation of children (and adults alike) which exemplifies the concepts of unconditional love, respect and positive parenting.

KEY SELLING POINTS: l An important and timely book l Empowers children and adults alike with its stong and powerful message l Encourages self love and acceptance l Teaches children the concept of diversity, equality and inclusion l Creates opportunity for open discussion and learning l Highlights current themes of gender identity l Bright and colourful illustrations by Scott Stuart

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SCOTT STUART (AUTHOR / ILLUSTRATOR):

Scott has, for as long as he can remember, been in love with the art of storytelling.

He lives in Melbourne, Australia with his wife & son and loves to write stories that empower kids.

Check out Scott’s other books at: scottstuart.co