Best Selling Books by Mem Fox

The must-have guide to reading with children, now in a new and revised edition Best-selling children''s author and internationally respected literacy expert Mem Fox reveals the incredible emotional and intellectual impact reading aloud to children has on their ability to learn to read. With passion and humor, Fox speaks of when, where, and why to read aloud and demonstrates how to read aloud to best effect and get the most out of a read-aloud session. She discusses the three secrets of reading, offers guidance on defining and choosing good books, and--for this new edition--includes two new chapters on boy readers and phonics, a foreword, and a list of "Twenty Books That Children Love." Filled with practical advice, activities, and inspiring true read-aloud miracles, this book is a turn-to classic for educators and parents.

Despite the differences between people around the world, there are things in common, such as pain, joy, and love.

A pesar de las diferencias entre las personas de todo el mundo, existen similitudes que nos unen, como el dolor, la alegría y el amor.

Mem Fox makes magic again in this dynamic read-aloud about a hat with extraordinary powers.

Darkness is falling everywhere and little ones are getting sleepy, feeling cozy, and being tucked in. It s time for a wide yawn, a big hug, and a snuggle under the covers--sleep tight Working beautifully with the soothingly repetitive text, each painting conveys a warm feeling of safety and affection. --School Library Journal "

In this very special story, Wilfrid Gordon helps his 96-year-old friend, Miss Nancy, regain some of her memories.Author Mem Fox wrote Wilfrid Gordon McDonald Partridge in the hope of bringing children and the elderly together and it remains a modern-day classic, used in homes, classrooms and even training sessions for volunteers who work with the elderly.

Two Australian possums go in search of the magic that will make the invisible one of them visible.

Through a series of questions to which the reader must answer yes or no, the personality and occupation of a lady named Daisy O''Grady are revealed.

When Koala Lou''s mother becomes so busy that she forgets to tell her firstborn how much she loves her, Koala Lou enters the Bush Olympics, intending to win an event and her mother''s love all at one time. "A first-rate choice for bedtime, story hour, or reading aloud."--The Horn Book

Join a little boy searching the farm for his breakfast one fine morning in this charming picture book from bestselling author Mem Fox and award-winning illustrator Christine Davenier. Early one morning, a little boy sets out to find something for his breakfast. He searches the farm for it. Could it be by the gate? In the truck? In the haystack? Little ones will delight in seeing barnyard animals and guessing what it is the little boy is searching for until he finally finds it and settles in for a delicious breakfast with his grandmother.

Possum Magic, the classic story of Hush, Grandma Poss and all of their bush friends, is presented together in a sturdy boxed set with the board book The Little Book of Possum Magic. On its first publication in 1983, Possum Magic was an instant success, and has been voted by booksellers as Australia''s best-selling children''s picture book. Twenty-five years later, it is still wildly popular.

A beautiful and gentle story about life and death from beloved author Mem Fox, illustrated by rising star Freya Blackwood; its star imagery, and sense of rebirth make it a perfect choice for the holiday season. In this touching and timeless story, a star falls to earth where it becomes a baby and is embraced and cared for by the community. Renowned author Mem Fox''s tender text about the journey of life is beautifully rendered by Freya Blackwood whose luminous illustrations capture the warmth and complexity of growing up. This a unique and moving story to be cherished by all ages and shared for generations to come. "Mem Fox''s books are like a warm blanket; they have a way of making the world seem a little cosier." --Sunday Age (Australia)

Hush, Grandma Poss and all of their bush friends are the perfect companions to your precious new baby''s first records. My Possum Magic Baby Book has a new design based on the artwork of the 21st birthday edition of Possum Magic. It features rarely seen illustrations by Julie Vivas from the Possum Magic birthday book and address book, many new pictures created specially for the book, as well as all the favourites from Possum Magic. The book contains fill-in pages for birth details, a family tree, spaces for photographs, and handprints and footprints as well as birthstone, astrological and flower charts, and much more. This book will be treasured by children, parents and grandparents for generations

As everyone knows, nothing is sweeter than tiny baby fingers and chubby baby toes. . . . And here, from two of the most gifted picture-book creators of our time, is a celebration of baby fingers, baby toes, and the joy they--and the babies they belong to--bring to everyone, everywhere, all over the world This is a gorgeously simple picture book for very young children, and once you finish the rhythmic, rhyming text, all you''ll want to do is go back to the beginning . . . and read it again The luminous watercolor illustrations of these roly-poly little ones from a variety of backgrounds are adorable, quirky, and true to life, right down to the wrinkles, dimples, and pudges in their completely squishable arms, legs, and tummies.

"Hattie the Hen spots the danger--but no none seems to care!"--Pg 4 of cover.

Possum Magic, the classic story of Hush and Grandma Poss, is presented together for the first time with a cuddly toy Hush. On its first publication in 1983, Possum Magic was an instant success, and has been voted by booksellers as Australia''s best-selling children''s picture book.

As Sophie grows bigger and her grandfather gets smaller, they continue to love each other very much.

A boy and his favorite stuffed animals share their days with one another in this cozy bedtime picture book with audio from Mem Fox. There was once a boy who loved bedtime. What could be more wonderful than sharing bedtime with beloved friends? The little boy in this gentle and fun story loves to talk to his stuffed animals each evening and share with them all the things that happened to him that day—and to hear about their days, too. From bestselling author Mem Fox and award-winning illustrator Lauren Stinger, here is a celebration of imagination, play, friendship, and coziness certain to touch a chord with young children everywhere. Includes audio!

Illustrations and rhyming text portray the different residents of fairyland and where each one goes to sleep.

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A delightful counting tale about a family of ducks from internationally bestselling picture book author Mem Fox and illustrator Judy Horacek. Count along with Mother Duck as her ducklings try to waddle across the bridge. When a sudden gust of wind sweeps one of Mother Duck''s ducklings into the river, she doesn''t know what to do. With four ducklings on the bridge and one below, Mother Duck is torn as to which way to go. Suddenly, a second duck falls and Mother Duck grows more panicked. Should she stay on the bridge or fly down to her ducklings in the river? As she paces and frantically quacks, the remaining ducklings playfully plop one by one into the river until all of the siblings are happily floating along. Now that all five ducklings are safely in the water, Mother Duck flies down to join in the fun, relieved to have all her ducklings together again. Mem introduces young readers to the basic math principles of addition and subtraction.

From beloved Australian author Mem Fox comes a timely picture book about how all of our lives are enriched by the vibrant cultural diversity immigrants bring to their new communities. What journeys we have travelled, from countries near and far! Together now, we live in peace, beneath the Southern Star. Inspired by the plight of immigrants around the world, Mem Fox was moved to write this lyrical and rhyming exploration of the myriad ways immigrants have enriched her home country of Australia. Young readers everywhere will see themselves—and their friends and neighbors—in this powerful and moving picture book.

A modern fable about some peacocks and swans who allow the fear of their differences to become so great that they end up destroying each other.

While Flora visits the zoo with her father, not only does she look at the animals but some of them turn to look at her.

Lily Laceby is nearly 90 and lives in a remote cottage with her dog, Butch Aggie. One wild winter night she drifts off to sleep. As she dreams peacefully of bygone days, Butch Aggie stirs, hackles raised, hearing strange noises. Who could be out on such a night? But Lily opens the door to a lovely surprise. A delightfully suspenseful story that children will enjoy again and again. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

Hush, Grandma Poss and all of their bush friends are the perfect companions to your precious new babys first records. This new edition of My Possum Magic Baby Book features a new cover and rarely seen illustrations by Julie Vivas... as well as all the many favourites from Possum Magic.

Possum Magic has been reinvented for the first time as a counting book for very small children. On its first publication in 1983, Possum Magic was an instant success, and has been voted by booksellers as Australia''s best-selling children''s picture book. Children and parents will love this variation on a timeless favourite.

Possum Magic has captivated and enchanted children and adults. Mem Fox''s lovable characters, little Hush and Grandma Poss, and Julie Vivas'' exquisite illustrations weave a story of pure magic. Continuously in print since it was first published by Omnibus Books on 31 March 1983, Possum Magic has been embraced as a timeless Australian tale and as Australia''s most-loved children''s picture book. Julie has retouched and recoloured her illustrations, so that the images are now truer to the original artwork than ever before. The book itself has been redesigned and completely reset.

Wombat auditions for the Nativity play but has trouble finding the right part.

A story about many different sheep, and one that seems to be missing.

Despite the admonitions of his friends, a straight line enjoys expressing himself by twirling in whirls, pointing his joints, and creeping in heaps.