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Best of 2017: Picture Books - Christchurch City Libraries

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Holiday Reading is a small selection of recommended new titles added to Christchurch City Libraries in 2017. Here you will find picture books to excite, enthuse, enthral and inform. A Christchurch City Libraries list.

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Life on Mars

Life on Mars

by Agee, Jon, 1960-

Picture Book - 2017

A young space explorer is certain that he has found the only living thing on Mars (a flower) but he has failed to notice something behind him. A young space explorer is certain that he has found the only living thing on Mars (a flower) but he has failed to notice something behind him. Show less

A young space explorer is certain that he has found the only living thing on Mars (a flower) but he has failed to notice something behind him. A young space explorer is certain that he has found the only living thing on Mars (a flower) but he has failed to notice something behind him. Show less

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Thank You, Mr Panda

Thank You, Mr Panda

by Antony, Steve

Board Book - 2017

Mr Panda and friends are back for a third hilarious story about the importance of good manners! Mr Panda and friends are back for a third hilarious story about the importance of good manners! Show less

Mr Panda and friends are back for a third hilarious story about the importance of good manners! Mr Panda and friends are back for a third hilarious story about the importance of good manners! Show less

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Triangle

Triangle

by Barnett, Mac, 1982-

Picture Book - 2017

Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks... Illustrated by Jon Klassen. Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks... Illustrated by Jon Klassen. Show less

Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks... Illustrated by Jon Klassen. Meet Triangle. He is going to play a sneaky trick on his friend, Square. Or so Triangle thinks... Illustrated by Jon Klassen. Show less

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Pig the Star

by Blabey, Aaron

Board Book - 2017

Pig just LOVES attention. In fact, he's a great, bit show-off. But when another star appears at the photo shoot, Pig doesn't like it. No, Pig doesn't like it at all ... Pig just LOVES attention. In fact, he's a great, bit show-off. But when another star appears at the photo shoot, Pig doesn't like it. No, Pig doesn't like it at all ... Show less

Pig just LOVES attention. In fact, he's a great, bit show-off. But when another star appears at the photo shoot, Pig doesn't like it. No, Pig doesn't like it at all ... Pig just LOVES attention. In fact, he's a great, bit show-off. But when another star appears at the photo shoot, Pig doesn't like it. No, Pig doesn't like it at all ... Show less

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Mouse House

Mouse House

by Burningham, John, 1936-2019

Picture Book - 2017

In the house there lives a family- a mum, a dad, a girl and a boy. But they are not alone; a secret mouse family is living there too, who only come out w...Show more In the house there lives a family- a mum, a dad, a girl and a boy. But they are not alone; a secret mouse family is living there too, who only come out when everyone else is asleep.One day they are spotted and the mouse catcher is called ... Will they escape in time? Show less

In the house there lives a family- a mum, a dad, a girl and a boy. But they are not alone; a secret mouse family is living there too, who only come out w...Show more In the house there lives a family- a mum, a dad, a girl and a boy. But they are not alone; a secret mouse family is living there too, who only come out when everyone else is asleep.One day they are spotted and the mouse catcher is called ... Will they escape in time? Show less

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A Dog With Nice Ears

A Dog With Nice Ears

Featuring Charlie and Lola

by Child, Lauren

Board Book - 2017

Lola wants a dog - but the qualities of her perfect pooch seem oddly like those of a ... rabbit! Lola wants a dog - but the qualities of her perfect pooch seem oddly like those of a ... rabbit! Show less

Lola wants a dog - but the qualities of her perfect pooch seem oddly like those of a ... rabbit! Lola wants a dog - but the qualities of her perfect pooch seem oddly like those of a ... rabbit! Show less

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Big Cat, Little Cat

Big Cat, Little Cat

by Cooper, Elisha

Picture Book - 2017

There was a cat who lived alone.Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. There was a cat who lived alone.Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. Show less

There was a cat who lived alone.Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. There was a cat who lived alone.Until the day a new cat came . . . And so a story of friendship begins, following two cats through their days, months, and years until one day, the older cat has to go. Show less

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A Busy Day for Birds

A Busy Day for Birds

by Cousins, Lucy, 1964-

Board Book - 2017

A bouncy read-aloud book to be enjoyed; beautifully illustrated with bold, bright colours and packed with all sorts of wild and wonderful birds! A bouncy read-aloud book to be enjoyed; beautifully illustrated with bold, bright colours and packed with all sorts of wild and wonderful birds! Show less

A bouncy read-aloud book to be enjoyed; beautifully illustrated with bold, bright colours and packed with all sorts of wild and wonderful birds! A bouncy read-aloud book to be enjoyed; beautifully illustrated with bold, bright colours and packed with all sorts of wild and wonderful birds! Show less

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Scarface Claw, Hold Tight!

Scarface Claw, Hold Tight!

by Dodd, Lynley, 1941-

Board Book - 2017

It is a peaceful morning and Scarface Claw is happily snoozing in a spot in the sun, tail curled around and feet tucked in.Suddenly,there was a shudder a...Show more It is a peaceful morning and Scarface Claw is happily snoozing in a spot in the sun, tail curled around and feet tucked in.Suddenly,there was a shudder and sway,the whirr of an engine,then off and away.And then off goes the truck down the drive - with Scarface ON TOP! Show less

It is a peaceful morning and Scarface Claw is happily snoozing in a spot in the sun, tail curled around and feet tucked in.Suddenly,there was a shudder a...Show more It is a peaceful morning and Scarface Claw is happily snoozing in a spot in the sun, tail curled around and feet tucked in.Suddenly,there was a shudder and sway,the whirr of an engine,then off and away.And then off goes the truck down the drive - with Scarface ON TOP! Show less

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The Giant Jumperee

The Giant Jumperee

by Donaldson, Julia, 1948-

Picture Book - 2017

Rabbit was hopping home one day when he heard a loud voice coming from inside his burrow. "I'M THE GIANT JUMPEREE AND I'M SCARY AS CAN BE!" When...Show more Rabbit was hopping home one day when he heard a loud voice coming from inside his burrow. "I'M THE GIANT JUMPEREE AND I'M SCARY AS CAN BE!" When Rabbit's friends Cat, Bear and Elephant come to help they are each scared away in turn by the mysterious voice. He can squash you like a flee He will sting you like a bee And he's taller than a tree! But who is the Giant Jumperee? Show less

Rabbit was hopping home one day when he heard a loud voice coming from inside his burrow. "I'M THE GIANT JUMPEREE AND I'M SCARY AS CAN BE!" When...Show more Rabbit was hopping home one day when he heard a loud voice coming from inside his burrow. "I'M THE GIANT JUMPEREE AND I'M SCARY AS CAN BE!" When Rabbit's friends Cat, Bear and Elephant come to help they are each scared away in turn by the mysterious voice. He can squash you like a flee He will sting you like a bee And he's taller than a tree! But who is the Giant Jumperee? Show less

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Olivia the Spy

Olivia the Spy

by Falconer, Ian, 1959-2023

Picture Book - 2017

Everyone's favourite pig is about to have a surprise trip to the ballet! But when Olivia overhears her mother complaining about her recent naughty behavi...Show more Everyone's favourite pig is about to have a surprise trip to the ballet! But when Olivia overhears her mother complaining about her recent naughty behaviour, her imagination runs wild and she decides to find out everything being said about her . . . until her eavesdropping leads her to believe she is being carted off to prison! Show less

Everyone's favourite pig is about to have a surprise trip to the ballet! But when Olivia overhears her mother complaining about her recent naughty behavi...Show more Everyone's favourite pig is about to have a surprise trip to the ballet! But when Olivia overhears her mother complaining about her recent naughty behaviour, her imagination runs wild and she decides to find out everything being said about her . . . until her eavesdropping leads her to believe she is being carted off to prison! Show less

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Koala Bare

Koala Bare

by French, Jackie, 1953-

Picture Book - 2017

For too long koalas have been called 'bears'. But this koala is out to prove to the world that he is BARE! And that never, ever, ever can a koala be called a bear .. For too long koalas have been called 'bears'. But this koala is out to prove to the world that he is BARE! And that never, ever, ever can a koala be called a bear .. Show less

For too long koalas have been called 'bears'. But this koala is out to prove to the world that he is BARE! And that never, ever, ever can a koala be called a bear .. For too long koalas have been called 'bears'. But this koala is out to prove to the world that he is BARE! And that never, ever, ever can a koala be called a bear .. Show less

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You Choose in Space

You Choose in Space

by Goodhart, Pippa, 1958-

Picture Book - 2017

Zoom off into space for an adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which alien would you most like to be friends with? And what fantastically freaky food will you decide to munch for lunch? Zoom off into space for an adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which alien would you most like to be friends with? And what fantastically freaky food will you decide to munch for lunch? Show less

Zoom off into space for an adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which alien would you most like to be friends with? And what fantastically freaky food will you decide to munch for lunch? Zoom off into space for an adventure where YOU CHOOSE what happens next. Which alien would you most like to be friends with? And what fantastically freaky food will you decide to munch for lunch? Show less

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Old Hat

Old Hat

by Gravett, Emily

Picture Book - 2017

Harbet had a hat. His Nana had knitted it for him when he was little. Harbet likes his comfy knitted hat, but the others keep jeering at him - OLD HAT! O...Show more Harbet had a hat. His Nana had knitted it for him when he was little. Harbet likes his comfy knitted hat, but the others keep jeering at him - OLD HAT! OLD HAT! No matter what headwear he buys - be it a towering fruit platter hat, an old-boot-on-the-head hat or a brightly lit traffic cone hat, Harbet cannot keep up with the latest fashions. As soon as he gets a brand new hat it is already an . . . OLD HAT! It seems that Harbet will never fit in. But when one day he decides to go his own way, Harbet discovers just how much more fun it is to stop following others and think for yourself. Show less

Harbet had a hat. His Nana had knitted it for him when he was little. Harbet likes his comfy knitted hat, but the others keep jeering at him - OLD HAT! O...Show more Harbet had a hat. His Nana had knitted it for him when he was little. Harbet likes his comfy knitted hat, but the others keep jeering at him - OLD HAT! OLD HAT! No matter what headwear he buys - be it a towering fruit platter hat, an old-boot-on-the-head hat or a brightly lit traffic cone hat, Harbet cannot keep up with the latest fashions. As soon as he gets a brand new hat it is already an . . . OLD HAT! It seems that Harbet will never fit in. But when one day he decides to go his own way, Harbet discovers just how much more fun it is to stop following others and think for yourself. Show less

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Oi Cat!

Oi Cat!

by Gray, Kes

Board Book - 2017

.According to Frog ... Cats sit on gnats, Dogs sit on logs, Raccoons sit on macaroons, Armadillos sit on pillows and Chicks sit on bricks.But wait! Cat do...Show more .According to Frog ... Cats sit on gnats, Dogs sit on logs, Raccoons sit on macaroons, Armadillos sit on pillows and Chicks sit on bricks.But wait! Cat doesn't like sitting on gnats, they keep biting his bottom! Will Frog and Dog help him change the rules? Show less

.According to Frog ... Cats sit on gnats, Dogs sit on logs, Raccoons sit on macaroons, Armadillos sit on pillows and Chicks sit on bricks.But wait! Cat do...Show more .According to Frog ... Cats sit on gnats, Dogs sit on logs, Raccoons sit on macaroons, Armadillos sit on pillows and Chicks sit on bricks.But wait! Cat doesn't like sitting on gnats, they keep biting his bottom! Will Frog and Dog help him change the rules? Show less

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In the Middle of Fall

In the Middle of Fall

by Henkes, Kevin, 1960-

Picture Book - 2017

Introduces concepts and vocabulary of autumn - colours, plants and wind. Introduces concepts and vocabulary of autumn - colours, plants and wind. Show less

Introduces concepts and vocabulary of autumn - colours, plants and wind. Introduces concepts and vocabulary of autumn - colours, plants and wind. Show less

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The Cave

The Cave

by Hodgson, Rob

Picture Book - 2017

There is a cave.A cave that is home to a creature. A creature that never leaves its cave;Because of a wolf.The wolf tries everything to get the creature t...Show more There is a cave.A cave that is home to a creature. A creature that never leaves its cave;Because of a wolf.The wolf tries everything to get the creature to leave the cave, to no avail. But what will happen when he's finally successful? This is a laugh-out-loud story with a BIG surprise! Show less

There is a cave.A cave that is home to a creature. A creature that never leaves its cave;Because of a wolf.The wolf tries everything to get the creature t...Show more There is a cave.A cave that is home to a creature. A creature that never leaves its cave;Because of a wolf.The wolf tries everything to get the creature to leave the cave, to no avail. But what will happen when he's finally successful? This is a laugh-out-loud story with a BIG surprise! Show less

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Alfie and Dad

Alfie and Dad

by Hughes, Shirley, 1927-2022

Picture Book - 2017

Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Alfie's dad is always there...Show more Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Alfie's dad is always there for Alfie and Annie Rose. He's there to reassure Alfie during a restless night; he's there to find Alfie's favourite toy Flumbo when he gets left on the bus; and most of all he loves spending time with his children and they love spending time with him! Show less

Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Alfie's dad is always there...Show more Join Alfie and Dad as they spend time together in this wonderful collection of stories from the award-winning Shirley Hughes. Alfie's dad is always there for Alfie and Annie Rose. He's there to reassure Alfie during a restless night; he's there to find Alfie's favourite toy Flumbo when he gets left on the bus; and most of all he loves spending time with his children and they love spending time with him! Show less

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Hole in the Zoo

Hole in the Zoo

by Inkpen, Mick, 1952-

Picture Book - 2017

At Upalongdownalong Avenue in the garden at Number 2, there's a hole in the wall that belongs to the Zoo and things have started coming through... At Upalongdownalong Avenue in the garden at Number 2, there's a hole in the wall that belongs to the Zoo and things have started coming through... Show less

At Upalongdownalong Avenue in the garden at Number 2, there's a hole in the wall that belongs to the Zoo and things have started coming through... At Upalongdownalong Avenue in the garden at Number 2, there's a hole in the wall that belongs to the Zoo and things have started coming through... Show less

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Looking for Yesterday

Looking for Yesterday

by Jay, Alison

Picture Book - 2017

How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go fas...Show more How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go faster than the speed of light and make time go backwards. His grandad discovers him exploring the garden looking for wormholes, a possible shortcut back to yesterday - and reassures him that tomorrow will hold great experiences, which will become new treasured memories. Show less

How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go fas...Show more How can tomorrow ever be as good as yesterday? Boy doesn't think it can be and puts all his scientific knowledge to use, trying to work out how to go faster than the speed of light and make time go backwards. His grandad discovers him exploring the garden looking for wormholes, a possible shortcut back to yesterday - and reassures him that tomorrow will hold great experiences, which will become new treasured memories. Show less

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A Greyhound, A Groundhog

A Greyhound, A Groundhog

by Jenkins, Emily, 1967-

Picture Book - 2017

When a greyhound meets a groundhog, wordplay and crazy antics ensue. The two animals, much like kids, work themselves into a frenzy as they whirl around and around one another. When a greyhound meets a groundhog, wordplay and crazy antics ensue. The two animals, much like kids, work themselves into a frenzy as they whirl around and around one another. Show less

When a greyhound meets a groundhog, wordplay and crazy antics ensue. The two animals, much like kids, work themselves into a frenzy as they whirl around and around one another. When a greyhound meets a groundhog, wordplay and crazy antics ensue. The two animals, much like kids, work themselves into a frenzy as they whirl around and around one another. Show less

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Before & After

Before & After

by Jullien, Jean

Picture Book - 2017

A set of clever and surprising before-and-after scenarios. From pale skin to sunburned skin, dirty to clean, long hair to short hair (to long again), Jullien builds anticipation and a satisfying resolution with each pairing. A set of clever and surprising before-and-after scenarios. From pale skin to sunburned skin, dirty to clean, long hair to short hair (to long again), Jullien builds anticipation and a satisfying resolution with each pairing. Show less

A set of clever and surprising before-and-after scenarios. From pale skin to sunburned skin, dirty to clean, long hair to short hair (to long again), Jullien builds anticipation and a satisfying resolution with each pairing. A set of clever and surprising before-and-after scenarios. From pale skin to sunburned skin, dirty to clean, long hair to short hair (to long again), Jullien builds anticipation and a satisfying resolution with each pairing. Show less

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The Bad Seed

The Bad Seed

by John, Jory

Picture Book - 2017

This is a book about a bad seed. He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never l...Show more This is a book about a bad seed. He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be happy? Show less

This is a book about a bad seed. He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never l...Show more This is a book about a bad seed. He has a bad temper, bad manners, and a bad attitude. This seed cuts in line every time, stares at everybody and never listens. But what happens when one mischievous little seed changes his mind about himself, and decides that he wants to be happy? Show less

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Katinka's Tail

Katinka's Tail

by Kerr, Judith, 1923-2019

Picture Book - 2017

Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail... Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail... Show less

Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail... Come on a wondrous journey with Katinka, a perfectly ordinary pussycat, with a not-quite-so-ordinary tail... Show less

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Imagine

Imagine

by Lennon, John, 1940-1980

Picture Book - 2017

Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John Lennon's song and illu...Show more Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John Lennon's song and illustrations by the award-winning artist Jean Jullien, this picture book imagines a world at peace. Show less

Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John Lennon's song and illu...Show more Join one little pigeon as she sets out on a journey to spread a message of tolerance around the world. Featuring the lyrics of John Lennon's song and illustrations by the award-winning artist Jean Jullien, this picture book imagines a world at peace. Show less

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