The best new children’s books for Christmas

Books make the perfect stocking filler, so if you’re looking for an extra present to gift to your children – or you have extended family members asking you for ideas – consider one of these new releases.

‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Deep End’ by Jeff Kinney

In The Deep End, book 15 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley and his family hit the road for a cross-country camping trip, ​ready for the adventure of a lifetime.

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‘Bluey: Verandah Santa’

It’s Christmas Eve and Bluey, Bingo and Muffin decide to play a game called Verandah Santa! What will Santa bring them?

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‘Back to Sleep’ by Zoe Foster-Blake

Poor Finn is looking forward to drifting off to sleep in his cosy warm bed, when Mummy appears wanting a drink. Finn resettles her and has just fallen asleep, when he’s woken again… this time by Daddy, who’s had a bad dream. When will these two sleep through the night?

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‘The Fire Wombat’ by Jackie French

As the flames of a bushfire approach, one small wombat shelters with other animals in her burrow. But that is just the beginning of their journey to safety.

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‘The Ickabog’ by J.K. Rowling

The Ickabog is coming… A mythical monster, a kingdom in peril, an adventure that will test two children’s bravery to the limit. Discover a brilliantly original fairy tale about the power of hope and friendship to triumph against all odds, from one of the world’s best storytellers.

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