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A collection of rhyming poems written by Max Fatchen and illustrated by Michael Atchison.
Still Doing is a book of interviews with men who set examples of dynamic ageing. Whether they have discovered new interests in later life, or whether they are still doing what they were doing fifty years ago, these men are inspirational in their energy, knowledge, experience and desire to keep active and involved.
Andrew Male takes a journey through the life and times of Max Fatchen in this affectionate and surprising work. Along the way, he reproduces some of Max's best writing, including unpublished treasures.
SUMMARY: Humorous poetry for children about various pets and family life, and nursery rhymes with a difference.
A wonderful collection with classic status, featuring poems about schooldinners, teachers, bullies, homework, school outings, reports, and all otherfeatures of school life, from acclaimed anthologist John Foster.BLStrong, fun new look, reissued simultaneously in matching livery with Excuses,Excuses and John's new book, Our Teacher's Gone Bananas
From thirsty dogs to old horses to pesky seagulls and fishy tales; from family squabbles to sports day races and flooded creeks; from letting loose on a skateboard to dancing amongst the trees; these wonderful poems are full of joy, humour and keen observation and will entertain and amuse a whole new generation of young readers. This new edition of Max Fatchen's much-loved classic of children's poetry features an introduction by award-winning author Janeen Brian and lively cover and internal illustrations by Kathy Creamer.
Max Fatchen's delightful, rhyming story of a family's day at the beach, complete with bumbling little brother William, is beautifully accompanied by Tom Jellett's bright, sunny illustrations.
Featuring a fantastic array of traditional and modern poems, all guaranteed to annoy your parents! With fresh, stylish illustrations from newcomer Jess Mikhail, this is a collection which will have enormous appeal to anyone who ever has to do what they're told to!* Susie Gibbs is the best-selling anthologist and editor behind many of Macmillan's most successful collections* The theme of parents is eternally popular with this age group
This new addition to the National Librarys popular Little Books series rejoices in our nations unique way of celebrating at Christmas time. Ever since the first settlers struggled with their traditional notions of a White Christmas in Australias December heat, the singularity of an Australian Christmas has been celebrated in verse, art and song. The Little Book of Christmas explores Christmas sentiment in Australia with poems by authors including Norman Lindsay, Colin Thiele, Adele Kipping and Les Murray, carols by John Wheeler and even some Christmas recipes. These are complemented by delightful photographs and images from the Librarys collections.
Featuring a fantastic array of traditional and modern poems, all guaranteed to make your friends laugh! With fresh, stylish illustrations from newcomer Jess Mikhail, this is a collection which will have enormous appeal to anyone who likes a really good chuckle!Susie Gibbs is the best-selling anthologist and editor behind many of Macmillan's most successful collections.Follow-up to Poems to Freak Out Your Teachers and Poems to Annoy Your Parents