Anywhere: "cbca book of the year" 2026 (Keywords)

Every single minute, of every single day, a child somewhere loses a baby tooth. But what happens to all those teeth? They are collected by the tooth fairy, of course! Or the tooth fairies - because there is more than just one tooth fairy. In fact, there are millions! Like us, they are all different.

Derek was a fish with many questions. Why is the universe round? Where do bubbles come from? Why does food rain down from above? But the question Derek asked himself more than any other was: 'Why am I alone?'

Roam the water with me. We are here to learn. Here to spin wisdom, to grow ... From award-winning Gunai author Kirli Saunders and seven-time CBCA-winner Freya Blackwood comes Afloat, a story told in a time of climate crisis. Against a backdrop of a changed environment, an Elder leads a child al...

Award-winning author-illustrator James Foley releases an exciting new story about the divide between the Bigfoots and the Yetis, and their struggle to reconcile. The Bigfoots and the Yetis live on either side of the great rift.

We live in a bus. She's called Gracie Joy Rufus Bean (we couldn't agree on a name). Gracie Joy Rufus Bean has six wheels and a door that opens when you push a button, tic-shhh! Join one family as they enjoy life on the road - camping under the stars, listening to nature, and making new friends al...

We live in a bus. She's called Gracie Joy Rufus Bean (we couldn't agree on a name).Gracie Joy Rufus Bean has six wheels and a door that opens when you push a button, tic-shhh!Join one family as they enjoy life on the road - camping under the stars, listening to nature, and making new friends alon...

★ The bestselling new-release Australian graphic novel of 2025! ★ For fans of Remy Lai's Pawcasso and Raina Telgemeier's Drama comes this hilarious enemies-to-besties graphic novel, about a kid who just wants to blend in and an opera-singing octopus who loves to stand out ... When 12-year-old S...

From award-winning creator Freya Blackwood comes a beautifully tender story about curiosity and the joy of listening. One day, curious Sadie follows a cat into the tangled vines behind the lonely house at Number 9, Ardent Street.

Dear Broccoli, Last night at dinner you were on my plate. AGAIN. Please don't come back. From, Frank. Dear Frank, I am afraid I cannot grant your request. The matter is out of my florets. Most respectful regards, Broccoli. A deliciously funny picture book that is sure to make even the pickiest of...

The Truck Cat is a story about cats and humans, immigration and identity, and homes lost and found. With illustrations by multi-award-winning artist Danny Snell and words by acclaimed new writer Deborah Frenkel, The Truck Cat is the perfect book to inspire kindness and compassion in young child...