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Sue Carpenter Books

    Picture Books

    Can't See Me
    Can't See Me

    Mark covers his face with his bedding to hide from danger. Each time he comes out from the under the covers, he's on a new adventure. Where will his adventures take him?

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    Stroll
    Stroll

    Snuggled up watching movies on a rainy day is great, until Mum says, ‘Let's go for a stroll.’ Let's not, she thinks, but what will she see and what will she do if she does go? This book focuses on action words starting with the letter S. As read by Suzy Cato in Suzy book corner.

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    Lavender Hill
    Lavender Hill

    When Sandra's brother gets hurt, she knows she must do something special to help him get better. She sets off on a courageous quest through ferns and mountains to gather precious flowers. Along the way, she faces challenges and wonders at the beauty of nature, all with the hope of bringing healing and comfort to her brother.

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    Farewell Fairies
    Farewell Fairies

    Logan knows there are fairies watching over his garden and family, even if he’s never seen them. So, when the house is packed and he’s moving from the country to the city he goes to farewell them. (see Sue's book G'day Gargoyle too see how Logan settles in)

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    G'Day Gargoyle
    G'Day Gargoyle

    Logan has left his country home and is moving to a scary big city. Is it as scary as he thinks, or will he find a wonderous place with a magical new friend? (Follow on book from Farewell Fairies)

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    Knobbly Knees
    Knobbly Knees

    One little girl is about to find out who live in the holes of the rocks at her feet. When fairies and creepy crawlies meet, she discovers that judging someone by their cover—or their legs-can mean missing out on a wonderful new friend. A story about curiosity, kindness, and finding magic in unexpected places.

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    How Silly!
    How Silly!

    A child hears loud bangs and crashes and imagines that world war three has started and tanks are invading. His heart races with fear as he thinks of the worst. But when he peeks out the window, he discovers it’s just the rubbish truck making all the noise! Even when things seem alarming, there may be a simple explanation waiting to be discovered.

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    Ka Tihohehohe!
    Ka Tihohehohe!

    A child hears loud bangs and crashes and imagines that world war three has started and tanks are invading. His heart races with fear as he thinks of the worst. But when he peeks out the window, he discovers it’s just the rubbish truck making all the noise! Even when things seem alarming, there may be a simple explanation waiting to be discovered. Translated in Te Reo (Maori)

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    Pirates on the Playground
    Pirates on the Playground

    Danny and Jenny are bored at lunch time so Charlie brings out a cardboard tube. What games can they imagine now and will they get into trouble with the older kids?

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    Activities
    Activities

    Free Printables
    Free Printables

    Sue is available to attended writing events to discuss her passion for providing writing for all readers to access, to read her books to student and customers and to do book launches. A number of her books have colouring in or worksheets.

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