In Dutch, from 1yo.
Board book beautifully illustrated that will engaged young children. Not only it is about dinosaurs but it has flaps making reading more interactive. Learn about dinos, when they lived, what kind of dinos there were and how palaeontologists work.
Find your next fossil with Dino’s en meer.
Bilingual Polish-English, from 3yo.
Handa wants to surprise her best friends for her birthday. Aiko leaves in the next village. As a present for Aiko’s birthday, Handa prepares a special gift, a basket filled with delicious fruit. She carries the basket on head and starts her journey. While she is walking several animals steal the fruit one by one. Handa is oblivious. What will she bring to her friend once there is no more fuit?
Find out out this sweet story end and what Handa’s surprise is. This is a lovely story about friendship. The side by side text in both language will help children learn fruit and animal vocabulary in both language easily. Make them practice their language skills by asking them to describe the colourful illustrations.
We are pleased to announce that we are now offering pre-loved books. They are available in store only.
We can all make a difference for our planet even a small step. Pre-loved books reduce the carbon footprint generated by the transport. The life of books is extended. Books are accessible as we keep their prices affordable.
The proceeds of pre-loved books will be donated to NGOs specialising in planting trees in Australia, such as Australia Landcare.
Either you choose to donate books or purchase one, you will be contributing towards reforesting Australia.
Help our initiative by either coming to our shop or sharing it with your friends.
Keep reading and sharing ❤️
Does your school teach French and Spanish? We offer school incursions.
Our activities are adapted to the age and language proficiency of the children.
All activities reflect the French or Spanish culture, games played during recess, art activities inspired by famous painters, fashion shows, amazing races, and other fun games. The activities are interactive and engaging.
Perfect for occasions like Harmony Week or Languages Week.
Email us info@letoboggan.com.au for more details.
It turns out we’ve been a little too enthusiastic about bringing fabulous children’s books into the shop… and now our shelves cannot hold one more book.
So before we can welcome the next wave of wonderful stories, adventures and multilingual magic, we need to make so space – and that is where you come in.
⭐️ We’ve reduced prices on hundreds of books!
Help us give these treasures a new home and make room for even more beautiful books to arrive.
💜 Love a good bargain? Love helping small businesses?
Grab a few books, tell your friends, whisper it to your playgroup parents, shut it across the playground – every share helps us keep doing what we love; bringing the world’s stories to families in Australia.
Pick your next read in person to our showroom 3/168 Hampden road, Nedlands or online www.letoboggan.com.au
Thank you for your support!
In Spanish, from 8yo.
Another adventure for the Dragon Girls. This time Shadow sprites are after the Tree Queen’s magic. The only to save her is with a potion. The Dragon Girls will have to join their strength and use their inner fire to be successful in their quest. Willa will lead the Dragon Girls and together they will have to save the forest.
To help the Dragon Girls in their quest visit https://letoboggan.com.au/product/las-chicas-dragon-2-willa-el-dragon-plateado-de-purpurina-dragon-girls-2-willa-the-silver-glitter-dragon/
In English, from 5yo.
This is an amazing book that take us to all ‘four corners’ of our planet. Discover the most extreme phenomena our planet sustains. From the driest desert (Atacama, Chile), to volcanoes erupting in the ocean (Hawaii), to the orange landscape of the Australian outback, to the crystal caves from Mexico, the nuclear disaster in Tchernobyl and the strong swirls in the Norway rivers.
Learn about these wondrous natural occurrences from our world and many more at https://letoboggan.com.au/product/our-extreme-earth/
Find all our English books at www.letoboggan.com.au/english
We will all know it is difficult to raise bilingual children in a country where English is the dominant language.
Here are a few strategies that will help you pass on your language with books. Let’s get started raising bilingual readers.
Read Aloud Regularly: Set aside time each day for reading sessions in your language. This not only builds language skills but also creates a bonding experience.
Choose Language Books (including bilingual). They will still be useful when your child starts reading on his own.
Incorporate Cultural Stories: Use books that reflect the culture associated with your language. This can help children develop an appreciation for their heritage and understand the context in which the language is used.
Encourage Repetition: Reading the same book multiple times can help reinforce vocabulary and concepts. Children often enjoy familiarity, and repetition aids memory.
Discuss the Story: After reading, engage your child in discussions about the story in both languages. Ask questions, encourage them to summarise, or express their thoughts to enhance comprehension and fluency.
Create a Language-Rich Environment: Surround your child with books in your language. A diverse library encourages exploration and reinforces language learning naturally.
Use Storytelling: Encourage your child to retell stories in their own words. This practice helps them use the language creatively and boosts their confidence.
Involve Family Members: If possible, involve family members or friends who speak the language. They can read together, share stories, and provide additional language exposure.
By integrating these practices into daily routines, you can effectively use books to reinforce and pass on your language, helping your children thrive in a bilingual environment.
Message us if need help with book ideas or visit www.letoboggan.com.au
In Spanish, from 2yo.
Little T-Rex is having a bad at school. His teacher is not happy because his growls are not scary and his bite is not strong enough. Little T-Rex does not want to hurt anyone but it looks like he will never be the king of the Jurassic. What will trigger the change?
In Dutch, from 4yo.
lars in a little polar bear. One day he spots a cruise ship stopping in his bay and decides to explore it. Before he can clim off, the ship sails away and stops in a country with long leafy plants. He find black and white bear among the bamboo forest. Would they be able to help him find his way home?
