Christopher Cheng Livres

Focusing on the unique characteristics of wombats, this introduction reveals their tough nature despite their cuddly appearance. These Australian bush animals possess sharp teeth that continuously grow and strong limbs for digging, resembling bulldozers. Remarkably resilient, wombats can survive for years without water, obtaining moisture from their plant diet. Additionally, they exhibit interesting behavior by leaving cube-shaped droppings on rocks or stumps to communicate with others.

The story explores the poignant relationship between a grandchild and their grandfather, who has transitioned from a rural life to a bustling city environment. Grandfather, once a storyteller, has fallen silent, but a discovery in the city market reignites his memories and connection to the past. This precious find bridges the gap between generations, highlighting themes of nostalgia, memory, and the impact of change on familial bonds.

The book explores the profound bond of friendship, highlighting the unique support and understanding that best friends provide. It emphasizes the comforting presence of a friend during scary moments, their willingness to help in times of need, and the unconditional love that keeps them connected. Through relatable scenarios, it celebrates the importance of having someone who accepts you, flaws and all, and cherishes the special place you hold in each other's hearts.

Age range 5 to 9 A child's day in the garden with their Gran and Pa leads to a wonderful exploration of pollination. Join them in discovering how pollination happens in our gardens and backyards, and the importance it has for our environment. Meet the animals involved in pollination and the plants that depend on pollination to produce our fruit, vegetables and even our clothes! Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.

"In Australia's Greatest Inventions and Innovations, you will find out about our nation's most ingenious inventions, their makers, and how to turn a bright idea into a useful creation."--Back cover.

Australian poets have a wonderful way with words and their poems bring to life the iconic Aussie characters and unforgettable landscape that are part of our Australian heritage. Many of these - Mulga Bill, Clancy of the Overflow, The Ant Explorer, M'Dougal, The Shearer's Wife and Mr Smith - are larger than life. And the poets who created them - AB Patterson, CJ Dennis, Thomas E Spencer, Louis Esson and DH Souter - have become heroic figures in our pantheon of stars.The 60 poems in this collection appear in their original, or near original, form and are wide-ranging in their subject matter: animals, the countryside, the struggle of bush life, early transport, sport, growing old, being young and having fun with words! But whether they are humorous, serious or playful, they are simply a joy to read!No matter if we grew up reciting these classic poems at school, quote from them on important occasions or are meeting them for the first time, there is no doubt that these classic poems embody what it is to be Australian.Edited by Christopher Cheng and illustrated by Gregory Rogers.

Wirst du immer meine Hand halten? Bär und Maus sind allerbeste Freunde. Doch Maus fragt sich, ob das so bleiben wird und ob Bär wirklich immer da sein wird, um ihre Hand zu halten. Abends, wenn Maus einschläft zum Beispiel. Wenn sie einen Fluss überqueren muss oder etwas ganz Blödes macht. Und was, wenn sie an einen Ort gehen muss, an den Bär ihr nicht nachfolgen kann? Was dann? Dann wird Bär untröstlich sein. Aber er wird sich an die gemeinsame Zeit erinnern, an die Gipfel, die sie erklommen haben und die Geschichten, die sie sich erzählt haben. Und er wird Maus immer bei sich haben – ganz besonders in seinem Herzen. Jeden Tag und für immer. Ausstattung: Mit fbg. Illustrationen