Buy fun kids’ books online in Australia

At Toybox Tales, we’re passionate about nurturing little minds. Stocking toys, costumes, and tales that tell stories through play is what we do – and our little library is full of entertaining reads for bedtime and beyond.

Children’s books are perfect for cultivating a big, vivid imagination – something that’s so important throughout life. With a range of interactive and classic titles in stock, you can start as early as you like, keeping your little one busy right until it’s time for bed.

Add classic children’s books to your collection

Classic kids’ books are classics for a reason. We’re proud to stock the best of the best, filling our shelves with timeless tales that have been enjoyed by millions. From Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Charlotte’s Web and the wonderful Dr. Seuss series, these great reads never fail to transport little ones into wonderful imaginary worlds.

We bet you’ll enjoy reading them to your munchkins at bedtime – or even on your own. We’re all big kids at heart, after all.

With titles from Penguin, Puffin, Harper Collins, Scholastic, and so many more, you really can’t go wrong. These classics also make for thoughtful birthday and Christmas presents and are easy to wrap. If you're ever out of ideas, just scroll through our collection or come into our Hampton store for a browse.

If you’re not sure whether the read is right for your child’s age group, just ask – our knowledgeable staff have plenty of experience in this space, and are always happy to help.

Playful pages make inside time fly by

Toys come in all shapes and sizes – and some of them aren’t really toys at all. The finger books, sticker pages, and hide-and-seek games we stock immerse little minds in mental activity for hours on end, while you sit alongside them and read aloud.

Chances are, you’ll learn something in the process – and might even reignite that imaginative spark within yourself.

A great way to see what little ones have learned is by letting them play with

kids’ art and craft supplies. Whether you go for crayons and paper or let them doodle on the pavement with chalk is up to you.

Instill gratitude, kindness, and inspiration from an early age

Learning isn’t just a way to soak up information. It’s also about developing a great personality and mindset.

While actions speak louder than words, kids’ books are a great way of explaining why certain personality traits are important – and we have just the titles to help you do exactly that.

Gratitude, kindness, and other wonderful traits are illustrated through words and images in our collection, helping young ones understand their importance in life. Developing these characteristics from an early age helps kids get ahead of the curve, with plenty of emotional intelligence instilled within them.

Balance sedentary activities with active and outdoor toys, and well-rounded personalities begin to unfold right before your eyes.

Not sure where to buy kids’ books online? Start right here at Toybox Tales. Shop online for easy delivery to your doorstep