Something for Everyone: March Highlights at Better Reading Kids

Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup by Andy Sagar

Full of heart-warming friendships and some unforgettable characters, Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup is a spectacular start to a new series that takes you on a fun and fantastic adventure.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of Yesterday Crumb and the Storm in a Teacup here.

That Cat by Jacqueline Harvey and Kate Isobel Scott

Whether you’re more of a cat person or a dog person, or just an all-round animal lover (there are a few rats to be found in this book, too), you will adore That Cat. I have no doubt that Harvey and Scott’s first picture book will be a favourite of 2022, and hopefully the start of a great collaboration between the talented author and illustrator.

Ages 3+

Buy a copy of That Cat here.

**The Girls Who Changed the World #1: Ming and Flo Fight for the Future Jackie French**

The Girls Who Changed the World #1: Ming and Flo Fight for the Future is an empowering and exhilarating look at the girls who went before us, and the way they shaped the world, by powerhouse author Jackie French.

Ages 10+

Buy a copy of Ming and Flo Fight for the Future here.

The Last Light Horse by Dianne Wolfer and Brian Simmonds

The Last Light Horse gives readers an astonishing look into one of the most extraordinary stories of World War I. With an educational focus and breathtaking illustrations, this is one inspiring story of courage and sacrifice, perfect for fans of Stephen Spielberg’s War Horse.

Ages 9+

Buy a copy of The Last Light Horse here.

Bored #1: Milo Finds $105 by Matt Stanton

From million-copy bestseller Matt Stanton, author of FUNNY KID and THE ODDS, comes a hilarious new series about the complicated business of being a kid.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of Bored #1: Milo Finds $105 here.

Annabel Karmel’s Fun, Fast and Easy Children’s Cookbook by Annabel Karmel

Filled with fun, tasty recipes that will help parents inspire young children with a love of cooking, food and healthy eating.

Buy a copy of Annabel Karmel’s Fun, Fast and Easy Children’s Cookbook here.

**The Travelling Bookshop #2: Mim and the Woeful Wedding by Katrina Nannestad and Cheryl Orsini**

The right book might just change your life. From award-winning author Katrina Nannestad and beloved illustrator Cheryl Orsini comes an enchanting series for young readers.

Ages 7+

Buy a copy of The Travelling Bookshop #2: Mim and the Woeful Wedding here.

Super Duper by Dan Marshall

If you could choose any superpower, what would it be? What if you could shoot glitter from your fingers or camouflage yourself? Join super-duper superhero Cooper as she travels the world and meets heroes just like you and me!

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of Super Duper here.

When You’re Older by Sofie Laguna and Judy Watson

An exquisitely illustrated and deeply joyful celebration of the bond between brothers. Join them as they explore the far reaches of this wild and amazing world, side by side every step of the way. From two highly acclaimed and award-winning creators.

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of When You’re Older here.

Mary and Marcus: The Crazy Dance and Other Stories by Ursula Dubosarsky, illustrated by Andrew Joyner

Hook them on reading for life, with the fully illustrated adventures of Mary and Marcus. From Australian Children’s Laureate Ursula Dubosarsky and award-winning illustrator Andrew Joyner comes five madcap stories about two very different friends.

Ages 4+

Buy a copy of Mary and Marcus: The Crazy Dance and Other Stories here.

Dare to be Different by Ben Brooks

A rich and exciting compendium of speeches, letters, stories and poems for kids, by the global bestselling author of Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of Dare to be Different here.

Deep: Dive Into Hidden Worlds by Jess McGeachin

Deep is an illustrated non-fiction book that explores the places hardest to reach, from the molten depths of our planet to the frigid depths of outer space. Linking seemingly diverse subject matter, it invites the reader to explore worlds hidden from view.

Ages 7+

Buy a copy of Deep: Dive Into Hidden here.

Ocean Warriors: The Rise of Robo-Shark by Candice Lemon-Scott

Being sent to a submarine to help restore extinct sea creatures for summer camp is not exactly Kai’s idea of fun. Then he discovers a cyborg great white shark in the ocean, but no one believes it could be real. After all, the last shark vanished years ago…

Buy a copy of Ocean Warriors: The Rise of Robo-Shark here.

Surviving the Wild series by Remy Lai

A heartfelt and hopeful early reader graphic novel series featuring adorable animals surviving in the wilderness despite the perils of climate change, from the award-winning creator of Pawcasso.

Ages 6+

Buy a copy of Surviving the Wild #1: Rainbow the Koala here.

Buy a copy of Surviving the Wild #2: Star the Elephant here.

Click by Kayla Miller

Olive wants to get in on the act . . . Any act! For fans of Raina Telgemeier comes the first book in the New York Times best-selling graphic novel series about friendship and finding where you “click”.

Ages 8+

Buy a copy of Click here.