Books published by publisher LCT Productions Pty Limited

Lilly the bright red Library Van has long eyelashes and a cheeky smile. She zooms around schools to let the children read her books. She has books on sport, geography, history, science... almost anything you can imagine, Lilly has a book on it. Lilly knew she had a lot of information to share and often could not remember where to find it, with some on the floor, others still in the return chute and the rest on the wrong shelves. Lilly has to remember information when it is needed - and fast! If the knowledge is not stored in the right place every time, how will Lilly find it? This book will help children understand the concept of structured thinking and organising knowledge and information. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Ewan liked school, but hated going to school. Some of the kids in his class teased him about his thick glasses, his red hair... and even his cute freckly face! So when the holidays came round, Ewan excitedly explored his home like a super hero, even venturing to the one place where, until now, he hadn’t dared to go... Ewan wasn't to realise what he stumbled upon that day will change his experience of school forever. Could this one special pocket-sized discovery have the power to turn off the voices of all those who were teasing him? This book will help children to overcome situations where they may feel bullied and build their self confidence. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Reggie is the official public duty car for the president. Being such an important car, you would think Reggie would always be happy and proud. He sees some of the greatest places around the world, rolling with princes, kings, queens, sheiks, prime ministers and movie stars - as thousands of people clap and cheer him along. However, Reggie wasn't happy. He would wake some mornings feeling a little flat. Sometimes it was his front tyres, sometimes his back tyres and occasionally - on a particularly down morning - all of his tyres. This made him feel sluggish and slow. Can Reggie's friends help him realise he is putting too much pressure on them to be perfect and round? This book will help children cope with disappointment and feeling down from time to time. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Melanie wanted to be a pilot whale, following in the great Wellington family tradition, just like her father and grandfather. The big exam was coming up and the entire class of young pilots-in-training were nervous. And Melanie, starting to feel the pressure, thought cheating was her only option. Breezing through the exam and finishing first, Melanie was rewarded for her great results by piloting the graduates to the east coast on her own. Deep in the ocean, no sign of land, responsible for a class of young whales, will Melanie wish she had listened in class instead of cheating? This book will help children learn the consequences of cheating and honesty. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Bob and Barbara, brother and sister boa constrictors, could not be any more different from each other... on the outside. However, if you look deeper and deeper inside you may find a very different story! Bob loved his food and always looked fitter and leaner than his sister. Barbara Boa was intimidated by this and a little scared to shed her old skin, not knowing what she would find within. Although she felt uncomfortable and just wanted to change the way she looked, until Barbara can accept the differences and allow the changes to happen, she will never know she is more magnificent than she had ever thought possible! This book helps children with their own self-esteem and confidence. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Malana thinks her dad is THE greatest! He is teaching Malana the ways of the ocean by taking only what you need and letting the rest pass you by - but she is finding it is not as easy as it sounds. Frustrated with her slow progress, Malana decides to show her dad she can take in as much as he does and do it as well as he does. However, Malana is still to learn what is important and what is not, so did not foresee the consequences of this decision, nor the very crabby reaction she would receive. This book will help children understand the concept of filtering and taking in what is important to you and letting the rest go by. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Cyril Squirrel has always lived in the great oak tree. His family had nested there for generations, building the squirrel house themselves and adding to it as their family grew. After sheltering in a nearby barn during a fierce storm one night, Cyril returned home to find his family tree had been struck by lightning and was split right down the middle - half leaning to the left and the other half leaning to the right. Will Cyril's friend Betsy Barn Owl be able to show Cyril how to look at this split in a different way and, as the past cannot be changed, find the perfect home for him again? This book will help children cope with separation. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.

Frederick is a Freeway who has been carrying all the traffic between two major towns for years, so takes great pride in ensuring nothing blocks this traffic lifeline. When some sections of road become in need of repair, Frederick begins to puff and pant as it becomes more difficult to get people from Ayr to Lungsdon - and back again - on time. Will Carmen the helicopter be the breath of fresh air Frederick needs to help him work through all this congestion? And will she get there in time to calm the situation down so these blockages can be cleared? This book helps children deal with breathing issues, such as asthma. This story is told as a metaphor to read aloud to children and enjoy together. The vibrant illustrations and use of language draws children in to be part of the adventure, gently guiding them alongside the characters to get the message on a more personal level for them, to make their own meanings and take control of their own life situation - in their own way.