Fifteen adventure-filled stories for children aged 2 to 5, published by Little Tiger, one of the world's leading children's publishers.

This collection is built around the kind of stories children want to hear again and again, busy characters, unexpected situations, and the satisfying resolution when things work out in the end. These are books that hold attention and invite participation: natural read-aloud rhythm, expressive illustrations, and comic timing that makes storytime genuinely fun.

For centres and kindergartens, the pack offers real variety across fifteen titles, enough to rotate through group storytime for weeks without repeating. These titles are also perfect for end-of-year gifting.

What's inside

• Big Bears Can
• Don't Say That, Willy Milly
• Eddie and Dog
• Hoppity Skip Little Chick
• Newton the Big Mess
• Noodles Knitting
• Oh Dylan
• One Magical Morning
• Penny and Pup
• Super Pants
• Super Sid
• Ted, Bo and Diz
• Tom's Tail
• The Very Busy Day
• What Bear Likes Best

Aligned to EYLF Outcome 5: children are effective communicators. For children aged 2 to 5.

Fifteen books for $45, RRP $250. That's $3 a book.

Frequently asked questions about the Busy Stories collection

How many books are in the collection?

Fifteen titles, with enough variety to rotate through group storytime for weeks without repeating.

What age is it for?

Children aged 2 to 5, well suited to group storytime and mat time.

What does it support?

Early literacy and EYLF Outcome 5 (children are effective communicators), through stories rich in vocabulary, expressive language and narrative structure that builds listening and comprehension.

Do these work as gifts?

Yes, and this is one of the main reasons services buy them. Because the books come as an affordable set, every child can be given their own, which suits graduation and end-of-year gifting, Book Week, and services that give each child a book a month. The books also make great, affordable party-bag or birthday ideas.

What makes these good for storytime?

They have strong read-aloud rhythm and comic timing, and they invite children to join in rather than just listen.

How much per book?

The set is $45 for fifteen books, which works out to $3 a book.