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Amid the uncertainty of not having a permanent home, twelve-year-old Queenie finds unforeseen friendship--and unexpected confidence--in this warm, sensitive story addressing loss and belonging. To Queenie, home is Peachy, the little peach-walled house she's lived in forever, all art deco and flaky paint. Always a provider of solace. But when she and her mom have to move out, suddenly one temporary move follows another, from a retirement village to a flood-prone old camper van to a shared home, sometimes with just her father's guitar under her arm and some budding lyrics in her head. Along the way, the change-resistant Queenie discovers that home isn't a place at all--it's making new friends and reconnecting with old ones, letting yourself be uncomfortable, and finding the courage to share your song with the world. With insight, honesty, and gentle humor, Zanni Louise's timely novel touches on the experience of housing insecurity as it introduces a relatable protagonist who readers will want to follow wherever she goes.

Bertie Black has just moved in with her new step family, but it doesn't feel like home. She spends her time practicing cool ninja moves, until the sound of music carries her to Stardust School of Dance. She is offered a role as a dancing shepherd. But will Bertie take her ninja moves from the shadows to the stage? If she does, she might find a real home at Stardust. But will she take the leap?

Lulu Lullaby knocks over Grandma's precious ballet trophy and it smashes into a million pieces! Lulu is heartbroken. But she wants to make things right. If only Lulu can get the lead role in Stardust's new performance of Cinderella, she just might be able to win her own trophy and make Grandma proud. Will Lulu's dreams come true?

Courage is doing something hard, even when you don’t know if you really can do it. Courage helps you find out what you’re good at, discover that you don’t need to be perfect and that mistakes are okay. There are many ways to be courageous.

Resilience is bouncing back from difficult moments. Resilience is reaching out for help when things feel too big to handle. Resilience is recognising how you feel and knowing what to do with that feeling. You are often more resilient than you realise. Resilience is something you can learn, and something you can grow over time. There are many ways to be resilient .

Imagination can make ordinary things magical. Your imagination allows you to create something out of nothing. It helps you to come up with new ideas, to solve problems and to understand how others might feel. There are many ways to be imaginative ...

Self belief is trusting yourself to learn new things and giving yourself space to make mistakes. Believing in yourself gives you the confidence to express yourself and stand up things you care about. Self belief is accepting and loving yourself for who you are. There are many ways to believe in yourself. Human-Kind books help you and your kids discuss what matters. Written by Zanni Louise and beautifully illustrated by Missy Turner, the books share anecdotes inspired by real-life kids. The Human-Kind books include resources for parents & teachers, written by child psychologist Dr. Ameika Johnson in the end matter.

Gratitude is noticing what you have, rather than focussing on what you don't have. Gratitude is saying thank you. Being grateful for who you are and what you can do helps us learn. Gratitude inspires you to do things that make the world a better place. There are many ways to be grateful.

Respect is valuing another person, which makes them feel cared for and understood. You can respect others, your world and yourself. When we take time to listen and understand, respect grows. Respect brings people together. There are many ways to show respect. HUMAN-KIND books help you and your kids discuss what matters. Written by Zanni Louise and beautifully illustrated by Missy Turner, the books share anecdotes inspired by real-life kids. The Human-Kind books include resources for parents & teachers, written by child psychologist Dr. Ameika Johnson in the end matter.

Teamwork is working together towards a shared goal. Teamwork is being flexible and managing the load together. It is about learning from each other, listening to each other and respecting others' ideas. Teamwork is having fun with friends! There are lots of reason teamwork is important.

Patience is learning to wait. Sometimes things are so exciting, waiting can seem impossible. But slowing down and practicing patience can make you feel calmer. Patience is being respectful. It’s a way of showing others you care. Sometimes you need to be patient with yourself, and with others. There are many ways to be patient...

Priya’s favorite things are animals and dancing. She is so excited when Madam Martine asks her to lead a fundraiser dance to help animals! But Priya can’t do it. She has to go to special reading lessons instead. Priya has been struggling with reading and is getting help. But she can’t help thinking about the dance, and the animals that need her support. Maybe, just maybe, if Priya works hard at her reading, she can lead her Stardust friends in the fundraiser dance after all?

When Madam Martine asks Edmund to choose the dance for Stardust to perform at the Gala, it's never going to be an ordinary performance. Edmund is excited to make it something original, something incredible. A true extravaganza! On top of Edmund's Gala planning, he is helping Dad out at the family restaurant. Edmund wants to impress his dad with his amazing Gala performance. But with everything happening at the restaurant, will Dad even make it to the Gala? And will Edmund be able to pull off his grand plans?

A Little Good In A Big World.Honesty is talking to yourself and others truthfully. Honesty brings us closer, keeps us safer and helps people trust us. Honesty is not always easy. Sometimes it's the hardest choice. There are many ways to be honest.

From inside-out shirts to overflowing baths, 4-year-old Sunny's house is always a bit chaotic. When mama tries to order pizza using the remote and dad falls asleep in the baby's cot, Sunny knows he needs to step up and help. But he soon discovers that running a household isn’t as easy as he thought. In the end, Sunny learns an important lesson: no matter how messy things get, family love is what matters most. Perfect for children ages 3-6, this family book for kids embraces the messiness of family life with two working parents, offering valuable lessons and a refreshing perspective. With its positive message, it reassures families that it’s okay to make mistakes as long as you stick together. Susie Oh’s vibrant illustrations bring the cheeky story to life, highlighting the joyful chaos and diversity of Sunny’s Brasian family. This celebration of the love and joy that shines through the chaos makes it a must-read for every busy household!