By popular demand, our top-selling classics collection: ten internationally acclaimed children's stories from Walker Books, chosen as must-have treasures for young readers.
These are the books that show up in early childhood settings all over the world, the ones children ask for by name and know how to join in...
By popular demand, our top-selling classics collection: ten internationally acclaimed children's stories from Walker Books, chosen as must-have treasures for young readers.
These are the books that show up in early childhood settings all over the world, the ones children ask for by name and know how to join in with. From the swishy-swashy of a bear hunt to the quiet reassurance of Owl Babies, they're read-aloud classics for a reason.
What's inside
We're Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen
Owl Babies by Martin Waddell
Handa's Surprise by Eileen Browne
Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney
Some Dogs Do by Jez Alborough
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear? by Martin Waddell
Ten in the Bed by Penny Dale
Ten Out of Bed by Penny Dale
You and Me, Little Bear by Martin Waddell
My Friend Bear by Jez Alborough
Aligned to EYLF Outcome 5: children are effective communicators. For children aged 2 to 5.
Ten books for $33, RRP $170. That's $3.30 a book.
Frequently asked questions about the Classic Collection
What books are in the Classic Collection?
Ten titles: We're Going on a Bear Hunt, Owl Babies, Handa's Surprise, Guess How Much I Love You, Some Dogs Do, Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?, Ten in the Bed, Ten Out of Bed, You and Me, Little Bear and My Friend Bear.
What age is this collection for?
Children aged 2 to 5. Several titles, like Owl Babies and Can't You Sleep, Little Bear?, are especially good for children starting at a new setting.
What does it support?
Early literacy and EYLF Outcome 5 (children are effective communicators), through rhythmic, repetitive read-alouds that children quickly learn to join in with.
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.
Are these Australian books?
No, these are internationally acclaimed classics from Walker Books. For an all-Australian pack, see Storytime Treasures.
How much per book?
The set is $33 for ten books, which works out to $3.30 a book.
Includes
10 books
Price per book
$3.30
Age
Ages 2-5
Theme
Classic Stories
Pages
32 pages ea
Format
Paperback
Dimensions
26 x 22 cm
We're Going On A Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen - ISBN
Owl Babies by Martin Waddell
Handa's Surprise by Eileen Browne
Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney
Some Dogs Do by Jez Alborough
Can't You Sleep, Little Bear? by Martin Waddell
Ten In The Bed by Penny Dale
Ten Out Of Bed by Penny Dale
You and Me, Little Bear by Martin Waddell
My Friend Bear by Jez Alborough
Flat-rate delivery Australia-wide for just $14.95+ FREE for orders over $250.
Orders ship from our Melbourne warehouse within 1–2 business days.
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Couldn’t fault anything in regard to this purchase- fabulous, engaging books selected for my little grandson. Boxed carefully and sent with full tracking, I couldn’t be more pleased with price and quality of the books!
Ordered books for our preschool children’s Christmas gifts and Melissa was amazing. She guided me through the different options to choose from and organised fast courier delivery so everything arrived in time. Awesome books at exceptional prices, with truly great customer service. Thank you so much!
Always very happy with these products - certainly fulfills the requirements for the programs we are running. As a returning customer, thank you once again.
