Follow the adventures of nine-year-old friends Cassie and Ben as they care for a variety of animals in this charming collection of four stories. Their experiences highlight themes of friendship, responsibility, and compassion, showcasing the joys and challenges of animal care. Each tale offers a glimpse into their imaginative world, emphasizing the bond between children and animals.
It's all systems go as the staff prepare for the arrival of an important reviewer. This could be make or break and, with the manager away on holiday, it's up to Mr Walker to be at his charming best. All goes according to plan until Mr Walker sniffs a hint of confusion in the air. Uh-oh! Will this spell success or disaster for our favourite labrador?
There's a special anniversary celebration happening at the hotel and everyone is excited--especially Mr. Walker! A famous chef is flown in for the event, and although she is all smiles and sweet delights, Chef Remy is none too pleased about sharing his kitchen. Mr Walker smells trouble . . . big trouble indeed.
The story follows Lachie Byrnes, who is excited to help raise Meg, a Guide Dog puppy. As Meg begins her training at puppy preschool, she struggles with commands like sit and stay. When she falls ill after a busy day, the Byrnes family rushes her to the vet for emergency care. With Meg needing to stay overnight, Lachie takes on the role of a detective, determined to uncover the mystery behind her sickness. This heartwarming narrative highlights the bond between the puppy and her caregiver while exploring themes of responsibility and care.
As Halloween approaches, Mr. Walker eagerly anticipates the festivities, but his excitement turns to concern when his toy wombat goes missing. Strange nighttime noises add to the mystery, leading him to question whether it's merely his imagination or if a ghostly visitor is haunting the hotel. The story blends elements of mystery and whimsy, perfect for a seasonal adventure filled with suspense and the spirit of Halloween.
The story revolves around Mr. Walker, who is determined to make Josephine's farewell week unforgettable as she leaves the hotel. Amidst the summer heat and preparations for a Guide Dogs fundraiser, he faces the challenge of finding the perfect gift for her. The narrative highlights the warmth of their relationship and the efforts taken to celebrate her departure, all while incorporating the playful antics of a labrador in need of rest after their busy adventures.
The story follows Ringo, a playful six-month-old Guide Dog puppy, as he embarks on a coastal road trip with his Puppy Raisers, the Hedges family. Excited for new adventures, Ringo explores a seemingly perfect environment until a sudden fright causes him to run away. The narrative centers on the bond between Ringo and the Hedges, highlighting themes of adventure, family, and the challenges of training service dogs. The family's race against time to find Ringo adds suspense to this heartwarming tale.
Set in an enchanting world, this adventure fantasy series for children aged seven to nine centers on siblings Eve and Oscar. They embark on exciting quests as they discover and harness the magical powers of various crystals. Through their journeys, they encounter challenges that test their bravery and creativity, making for engaging tales that inspire young readers to explore the wonders of imagination and friendship.
A novel from Australia's top female skateboarder, written with Jess Black, author of the bestselling Kaboom Kid series.Meet Poppy Starr Olsen. Poppy is twelve and bursting with energy. She loves everything active, from surfing, swimming and skating to playing soccer or rugby in the school yard. But there's more to Poppy than her sporting skills - drawing, painting and jewellery design are her equal passions. She dreams big!For Poppy, life is pretty good. She lives in Bondi with her family. When she's not at school hanging with her best friend, you'll find Poppy and her family outdoors doing something adventurous. The Olsen kids don't do screens during the week; instead, they make their own fun. Build a flying fox in the back garden? Easy. Out-jump each other on their old trampoline? Why not? Cliff dive into the harbour. Let's go! What Poppy really looks forward to each day, though, is heading to the Bondi skate park after school. She's the only girl and the youngest skater there, but she has mountains to climb and she won't let anything stop her.
Když Eva objeví maličká růžová dvířka a křišťálovou figurku víly, začnou se dít podivné věci. Evu a jejího kamaráda Oskara čeká za dvířky skřítek se zelenou tvářičkou a zavede je do kouzelného světa víl. Orla, vílí královna, požádá Evu a Oskara o pomoc. Je třeba zabránit dvěma nezbedným vílám v tom, aby zničily nepostradatelný Strom života. Podaří se Evě a Oskarovi zachránit vílí království?
