Little People

Come along on a journey with Aroha, as she wards off nervousness, fear, worrying thoughts and apprehension, with simple, yet effective tools that everyone can use. From the award-winning New Zealand author and illustrator, Craig Phillips.

“Aroha’s Way is a beautiful, descriptive and relatable book – an important book – helping children to normalise, understand and even develop their own tools for dealing with their feelings.” – Jenny Palmer, Author of Feel a Little.

This beautiful picture books takes children on a journey through emotions associated with anxiety and shows simple yet effective ways to help manage them.

At the back of the book, there is a section for parents and/or teachers to explore the tools in more depth.  Asking questions around those emotions to make it easier for children to recognise the emotion, and then a simple way to manage it.

• Paperback 210 x 225 mm
• 36 pages in full colour (2nd Image)
• Cover (1st Image)

Kiwicorn is a gorgeous Kiwi character created by award-winning author and illustrator, Kat Merewether. This cute, sassy and very unique, loveable character is so special ... just like each of us!

Now available as either a full story book ($24) in hard back or a simple little board book ($10) with the Kiwicorn message thats perfect for little hands. Each is in full colour.

• "Kiwicorn" - hardback 217 x 217 x 8 mm, 24 pages (Images 1-3)
• "Just like Kiwicorn" - mini board pages 20 x 20 x 9 mm, 14 pages (Images 4-5)

Kuwi the Kiwi is a gorgeous Kiwi character created by award-winning author and illustrator, Kat Merewether. All 4 story books are paperback in full colour with fold out front and back covers to easily mark your page. Each book includes a FREE soft kiwi toy! (5th Image)

• Suitable for kids aged 2+
• 240 x 240 mm

Join Tere the Tui and Taitu the Takahe on a heartwarming journey of friendship and courage. This visually stunning children's story is written by Malcolm Clarke and illustrated by edgy Graffiti Artist Flox.

• Hardback Book - 240 x 240 x 12 mm (pictured)
• Paperback Book - 240 x 240 x 3 mm
• 20 cardboard full colour pages

These colourful kitsets will get those busy hands and creative minds engaged. For both adults and children, each comes in a small box (Images 4 & 5) with all the cardboard pieces and glue ready for you to construct. Images 2 & 3 show the end sizing of these delightful wee creatures.

There are 14 to choose from so click on the drop down menu to select one or create your very own flock or zoo with multiples!

These Kiwiana inspired socks are made in New Zealand from natural merino. Designed to sit just under your little one’s knees to ensure they stay on and keep little legs and feet comfortable and toasty warm.

The grey and white design (1st Image) features the classic New Zealand shape with hearts and crosses. While the Sunshine design (2nd Image) features an adorable Kiwi and the beautiful native Pohutukawa flower. 

•  Sizes: 0 – 6 months, 6 –12 months, 1 – 2 years
•  Made in New Zealand from 80% merino & 20% nylon

We are excited to stock this new hat that will stretch and grow with babies to toddlers and even young teenagers. The Wyld label is reversible so the rim of the hat is folded up to fit babies (1st Image) then folded down for extension as they grow. A versatile hat that will grow with them for years.

Wyld creates organically grown products from the natural fleece of the Pihepe and Bohepe sheep, which endure extreme conditions in the wild. 

Made in New Zealand, organically grown and scoured, they are designed to hug you and keep you cosy.

This soft-to-the-touch wool has bulk and bounce with a gentle, light and airy feel. It comes packed in a bamboo fiber bag to store the hat in during summer time.

• 50% Pihepe wool, 25% Bohepe wool, 25% Possum
• 165 mm wide by 175 mm deep when laid flat (Unstretched)
• Farmed, designed and produced in New Zealand
• Part of the 'Slow fibre movement' that results in a natural fibre both in its colour and its quality

A well-being journal designed especially for today's kids by a group of passionate Kiwi mum's. It contains 100 pages of activities, recipes, mantras, journal prompts as well as inspiring messages from well known New Zealanders including Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, Eliza McCartney, the band Six60 and Sir Peter Jackson. The journal encourages gratitude, mindfulness and kindness in a way that is fun and engaging for young minds.  It is aimed at children from school age through to tweens.

Bonus: Includes a designer sticker sheet with over 50 stickers to add extra expressions within the journal. 

• A5 size with a lightweight cardboard cover (2nd Image)
• 100 pages in full colour (3rd & 4th Image)

A beautiful book, following up on the wildly fabulous and adorable "I got you some kisses". This lovely story is about the adventures of a cuddle.  This will be an absolute favourite at bed time (for the reader too!) and a gorgeous way to end the day.

Available as a Paper Back with 31 pages of colourful drawings. Plus there is a space to write the child's name inside the pages to make it extra special.

• 210 x 200 mm 

Emily loves illustrating picture books and being able to transport children and adults into an imagined world with characters that are limitless. She was awarded as one of the finalists in the NZ Storylines Gavin Bishop Award in 2017 and in 2019.

Enjoy this selection of digital A4 prints that are easy to gift and to frame.

• Open edition prints on textured 300 gsm paper
• A4 size (210 x 298 mm) in a clear sleeve with cardboard to protect them

The Kiwi Critters is a fun, affordable, and easy to read series of short rhyming stories for children. The  adventures revolve around classic Kiwi fun times such as picnics, parties, and sausage sizzles. And in Bruce Goes Home they use a bungy rope to make a slingshot to send Bruce, a very sad possum, back to Australia! Kids absolutely love these books and it doesn't take long before they learn to chant every line.

The books are designed so they are easy for little hands to hold, while the colourful illustrations and fun rhymes appeal to all. There are 7 books available in the series. Made in New Zealand. Contains 16 pages in full colour with a soft cardboard cover.

• 146 x 105 mm
• Suitable for ages 0-7 years old 

These are the perfect addition to their matching Onesie & Pants sets for that new arrival in New Zealand or overseas. Luxurious muslin wraps are made from 100% cotton which is super soft, lightweight and breathable allowing airflow to ensure ultimate comfort.

This versatile wrap can be used as a play mat, pram cover, burp cloth, nursing cover and much much more! Your baby will love being snuggled in it as much as you love seeing them in it. 

• Black & white (1st & 2nd Image)
• Soft Colours (3rd-5th Image)
• Sunshine (6th-8th Image)
• 120 cm square 
• Designed in NZ and packaged in stylish cardboard

These New Zealand Native Bird Kites are designed by Glenn Jones in collaboration with 100% NZ. There are 4 brightly coloured birds to choose from including a Kiwi that can fly, Fantail, Kereru and Tui.

• Wingspan 1200 - 1400mm
• Comes in a reusable sleeve with handles (5th Image)
• Takes 5 minutes to slot together with easy instructions 
• Includes string so you just need to get outside and add the wind!

Gift Vouchers are a wonderful present to give to those who love the Gallery and also those who are yet to discover us. 

Perfect for special occasions like Weddings, Anniversaries, Farewell Gifts, that extra special Birthday or to give as a group and help someone choose an artwork they will treasure for a life time.  

Each voucher is beautifully gift wrapped and you have the choice of having it couriered, a copy emailed to you, collect from the Gallery or held in store for the receiver. Just note which option in the ‘special instructions’ on the Shopping Cart. 

• The Gift Vouchers has no expiry date and if not redeemed in one purchase, store credit will held for the remainder of the balance.
• You can a couple of Vouchers to reach an amount you require so a Voucher for $800 = order $500, $200 & $100.
• Gift Vouchers can be used or put towards any item/s in the Gallery.
• If you would like a special message written on the Gift Voucher, there is a box in the Shopping Cart called 'Special Instructions' where you can write your message and we'll make sure to personalize it.
• To redeem your gift voucher online, just email art@nextdoorgallery.co.nz for your unique code.      

Ziggy decides to plant sunflower seeds in autumn, but everyone knows sunflowers don’t grow in winter. Or do they? Sunflowers Don’t Grow in Winter is a true story of hope, determination, and a little boy’s love of sunflowers. What a beautiful book to read and such a thoughtful gift for a child.

• 220 x 225
• Paperback with full colour pages
• Illustrated by Craig Phillips

Follow the Ten Little Kisses as they make their way from the clouds, to the hills, to the seas - to you!

Captivate your littlest loved one with the soothing rhythm and joyful images of this melodic first picture book. The book follows the familiar 'One Little, Two Little, Three Little Indians' song, but with Kisses!

Black and white shapes are proven to capture a young baby’s attention, allowing developing eyes to focus and concentrate, and giving the mind a rest from the overwhelming stimulation of the world.

As baby’s attention span grows, the playful illustrations offer plenty to discover and explore. With a cuddle and smooch on every page, Ten Little Kisses is sure to become baby’s favourite time of the day. A treasured family keepsake, from baby to beyond. The perfect addition to this book is the 'Hide & Seek Kisses' bag of 10 pink soft kisses (see separate listing).

• 100% New Zealand written and illustrated. 
• 140 x 140 mm board book, made to withstand little hands. 

A fabulous trilogy about kids that like adventures by Auckland author James Russell… dreamed up in NZ!

The first book; The Dragon Hunters starts this epic adventure. The second in the series is; The Dragon Tamers. Followed by the third and final; The Dragon Riders.

The story alone is exciting and thrilling, but on top of that.. each book comes with augmented reality content!  This means that you download a free app, then use the app in conjunction with the book... you can see and hear it come alive in marvelous 3D!

Each book available as Paperback ($19.95) or Hardback ($29.95) and personally signed by the author, with a lovely message to the child reading.

Forget old-fashioned colouring books! Let the world of New Zealand art unleash children’s imaginations. Lateral thinking and creativity truly blossom when combined with robust technical skills.

This New Edition by Helen Lloyd features 100+ fun art activities inspired by Te Papa's national art collection. Its packed full with great ideas to encourage children to see, think and draw like artists. Over 200 colour and black and white illustrations throughout the book. Tried and tested on real children, this book will have adults reaching for their coloured pens too.

- 160 pages

-  Paperback, 297 x 210 mm