The Grand, Genius Summer of Henry Hoobler

The Grand, Genius Summer of Henry Hoobler
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Total Pages: 162
Release: 2017-01-25
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 1952535999

WINNER: 2017 QLD Literary Awards, Children's Fiction It struck Henry that perhaps he was waiting for the exact right moment to be daring and brave. The exact right moment where he felt no worry at all, not one tiny flicker. But what if that moment never came? Henry Hoobler is a reluctant adventurer who is worried about his summer holiday camping at the beach: bugs, spiders, snakes, stingers, blue-ringed octopi or sharks. Worst of all, his family and friends are pushing him to ride his new silver bike - without training wheels. But when Henry meets Cassie, he discovers that courage is there to be found when you have a friend who is straight-up and true. A joyous, heart-warming story from the much-loved author of My Big Birkett.

The Sweet, Terrible, Glorious Year I Truly, Completely Lost It

The Sweet, Terrible, Glorious Year I Truly, Completely Lost It
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Delacorte Press
Total Pages: 306
Release: 2008-11-11
Genre: Young Adult Fiction
ISBN: 0375891153

IN MY FAMILY, when anyone rides the wave of their emotions, we say they're chucking a birkett. When the emotion drives out all common sense, we say they're chucking a big one. The telltale signs are: flaming cheeks, shortness of breath, bulging eyes, and a prolonged illogical outburst.Gemma Stone is convinced that it's always unseemly to chuck a birkett and that it's actually insane to chuck one in front of a complete stranger. But that was before she fell for a boy who barely knows she exists, before she auditioned for the school play, before she met the family of freaks her sister Debbie is marrying into, before the unpredictable Raven De Head took an interest in her, and before she realized that at the right time and for the right reason, a birkett could be a beautiful thing.

Bear and Chook

Bear and Chook
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Hachette Children's Books Australia
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2003
Genre: Bears
ISBN: 9780733615764

Children's picture storybook about the adventures of unexpected friends, Bear and Chook. Bear is a dreamer while Chook just wants a quiet life, but with a best friend like Bear, he has no chance of getting it. Includes colour illustrations. Author has previously written 'What Rot!' and 'Sweetie May'. Illustrator's previous works include 'The Puzzle Duck' and 'Champions'.

Gordon's Got a Snookie

Gordon's Got a Snookie
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Allen & Unwin Australia
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2002
Genre: Children's stories
ISBN: 9781865086910

To the shock of the other animals, who ridicule him mercilessly, Gordon the gorilla proudly walks around with his security blanket, in a story which explores bullying and teasing as well as strength and acceptance.

Sweetie May

Sweetie May
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 75
Release: 2007
Genre: Friendship
ISBN: 9780733320699

Captain Widehide and Captain Leanbean love arguing - from dawn to dusk, day after day. the only thing they love more than arguing is treasure - lots of it! then one day they find more than they bargained for ... Sweetie May is back in this fabulous new edition!

Bear and Chook by the Sea

Bear and Chook by the Sea
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Lothian Children's Books
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2009-01-01
Genre: Bears
ISBN: 9780733618666

In a follow up to the delightful BEAR AND CHOOK, the two lovable characters continue their adventures in BEAR AND CHOOK BY THE SEA. Bear and Chook are unexpected friends. Bear still likes adventure and Chook would still much rather have the quiet life! One day they decide to go and visit the sea. Chook is worried that they don t know the way and will get lost, but Bear is confident they will find it just around the pond, under the bridge, through the forest and over the mountain! A wonderfully warm read-aloud story about the dreamers in life and those who wish they d sometimes keep their feet more firmly on the ground. More info, teachers' guides and activity downloads available at www.bearandchook.com.au

Hello World

Hello World
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-03-06
Genre:
ISBN: 9780733340833

A rhyming picture book about the simple joys of daily life. Hello World follows a baby/toddler, who is woken up by the early morning sun and greets the world, and everything in it, with delight, as she is swept along by the rhythms of an ordinary day, right up until bedtime. It has a rhythmic, warm lullaby appeal and would work as a story to read to babies and toddlers, just before bed.

Big Pet Day

Big Pet Day
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Hachette UK
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2014-08-12
Genre: Juvenile Fiction
ISBN: 0734415842

Two stars of Australian picture books join forces to create an irresistible and unlikely pet! Today is Pet Day in Lily's class. All the kids bring in their pets - hermit crabs, parrots, mice, puppies, ferrets and ducks - but Lily brings her dragon. Class smarty-pants Courtney says to Lily that dragons are only in fairy tales, so how could she have a dragon? However, when all the pets misbehave in the middle of the all-important pet parade, guess who (or what) saves the day? This gorgeous and funny story about finding your voice is the first collaboration between two of Australia's leading picture book creators, Lisa Shanahan and Gus Gordon. Praise for author and illustrator: 'a joy to read aloud' - Magpies on Lisa Shanahan and Emma Quay's BEAR AND CHOOK BY THE SEA 'Quirky, soulful and alive...a book to treasure,like a favourite song.' - Markus Zusak, author of The Book Thief on Gus Gordon's HERMAN AND ROSIE 'Clever, sweet and brilliant in every way' - The West Australian on Gus Gordon's HERMAN AND ROSIE 'If there is such a thing as a perfect Australian picture book, this might be it.' - Sydney's Child Magazine on Gus Gordon's HERMAN AND ROSIE

Sleep Tight, My Honey

Sleep Tight, My Honey
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books Australia
Total Pages: 30
Release: 2008
Genre: Babies
ISBN: 9780733623738

Lily and Monty s new baby is a gorgeous bunny, but she just won t sleep at night. Grandma, Tortoise, Possum, Butterfly and Bat are full of helpful advice, but nothing works, until Lily finds the perfect solution!

Daddy's Having a Horse

Daddy's Having a Horse
Author: Lisa Shanahan
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2005
Genre: Fatherhood
ISBN: 9780733619823

Mummy is having a new baby and Caitlin is delighted. But she is not as excited as her brother Lachlan. He is sure that Daddy's having a horse! When the big day finally arrives, both of them are surprised. This is a unique picture book that celebrates the role of fatherhood in a time when dads are becoming more involved in parenting.