Daniel Postgate Book order (chronological)

A classic story by Hans Christian Andersen, The Ugly Duckling tells the familiar tale of growing up and self discovery. Cruelly tormented for his different appearance, the Duckling forsakes pecking hens and biting ducks for the solitude of the forest. Alone, he survives the bitter cold of both fellow animals and a hard winter to emerge in a triumphant springtime rebirth as the pond’s most beautiful swan. The expressive paintings of Robyn Officer capture the remarkable transformation, making this book a treasure for generations to come.

Bill the dog loved smelly things like muddy ponds and rubbish bins. Disgusting stuff he'd stick his snout in, sniff and snort and roll about in. Will the arrival of cleaning fanatic Aunt Bleach put an end to his smelly ways or will Bill live to stink another day?

There were only a very few rich animals in the world, and the richest by far was a crocodile. He lived in a crumbly old mansion in Africa and had everything his heart desired?a movie theater, a beautiful garden, loads of cars and airplanes, a library stuffed with books, a loyal servant. But still, there seemed to be something missing. Then one day, as he looks out at the African plains, he sees a group of animals in a watering hole having loads of fun. It’s then that the crocodile begins to realize what’s missing. Packed with exotic animals and vibrant artwork, this is a wonderfully entertaining tale about friendship and the adventure of living.

In this retelling of a Norwegian folktale, three clever billy goats attempt to outwit a big, ugly troll that lives under the bridge they must cross on their way up the mountain.

Helps readers learn about some of the amazing animals that have ever existed. Featuring the mysteries the palaeontologists are dying to solve, dinosaur disasters, and rotten relics like dino-dung, this title contains cartoons and quizzes.

This gobsmacking guide gives you mind-boggling information about our galaxy and beyond. Go on a grand tour of the solar system, where you can go skiing on Mars and meet the sad creature from Pluto. There are incredible facts about red giants, white dwarves and supernovas.