Katie Meets The Impressionists
(4 to B) ISBN 0439935083 EAN: 9780439935081 Scholastic Paperback WB Price: $11.95
It's Grandma's birthday -- wouldn't it be lovely if Katie could pick some flowers for her like those in the painting by Mr Monet.. or Mr Renoir .. or Mr Degas... Katie is back with more exciting adventures in the art gallery when five famous impressionist paintings come alive for her.Hardcover dimensions .22.5 cms L x 26 cms W 32 pages  Paperback dimensions: 16.76 cms L x 25.4 cms W (0.11 kgs) 32 pages

Katie And the Dinosaurs
ISBN 184362396X EAN 9781843623960  Orchard Paperback (4 to 8) WB Price: $16.95
A visit to a natural history museum turns into an adventure for Katie when she steps back in time to the world of the dinosaurs ! Katie helps a baby dinosaur find his family, rides on the back of a brontosaurus and has a picture with a Triceratops ! But just what will she feed a very hungry Tyrannosaurus Rex ? 

Fancy Nancy 
ISBN 0060542098 Harper Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $31.95 
Meet Nancy, who believes that more is ALWAYS better when it comes to being fancy. From the top of her tiara down to her sparkly studded shoes, Nancy is determined to teach her family a thing or two about being fancy.How Nancy transforms her parents and little sister for one enchanted evening makes for a story that is funny and warm -- with or without the frills. Before you think that this is a flippant, self indulgent book, fortunately it does have a poignant ending and a moral to share! 28.65 cms L x 24 cms W (0.44 kgs) 32 pages ; Awards : Book Sense Book of the Year Award | Honor Book | Children's Illustrated | 2007 - 2007 ; Golden Sower Award | Nominee | Primary | 2009 - 2009 ; Monarch Award | Third Place | Grades K-3 | 2008 - 2008 ; Capitol Choices: Noteworthy Books for Children | Recommended | Up to Seven | 2007 - 2007 ; Quill Awards | Nominee | Children's Illustrated | 2006 - 2006 ; Volunteer State Book Awards | Nominee | Grades K-3 | 2008 - 2009 ;  Beehive Awards | Nominee | Picture | 2008 - 2008 

Mad About Madeline
ISBN 0670888168 Penguin Hardcover 316 pages WB Price: $64.95
This is the complete collection of the 6 stories written of the fearless Madeline and her friends, a classic book that will see your child through her growing up years. Two of the stories have received Caldecott awards, ie, Caldecott Honor (Silver) for Madeline and Caldecott Medal (Gold) for Madeline’s Rescue. For children 3-8. 28.24 cms L x 21.39 cms W (1.26 kgs) 316 pages

Choo Choo
ISBN 0395479428 Houghton Paperback WB Price: $11.95
A little engine decides it could go much faster without pulling all the other cars, so it takes off by itself. Caldecott medalist Virginia Lee Burton's first book was written for her eldest son when he was four after they had visited the train station and watched all the busy happenings. It has remained a favorite since its publication in 1937.25.93 cms L x 19 cms W 48 pgs

Chanticleer and The Fox
ISBN  0064430871 EAN 9780064430876 Harper Paperback 
WB Price: $13.95
King of the barnyard, Chanticleer struts about all day. When a fox bursts into his domain, dupes him into crowing, and then grabs him in a viselike grip, Chanticleer must do some quick thinking to save himself and his barnyard kingdom. Author, Chaucer told the story with vigorous rhythm and singing words; Barbara Cooney has adapted it for children and illustrated it with pictures as handsome as a medieval herbal. 25.3 cms L x 19.35 cms W 44 pages Awards: Winner, 1959 Caldecott Medal, Notable Children's Books of 1940– 1970 (ALA); 25 cms L x 19.35 cms W (0.15 kgs) 44 pages

Mirette On The High Wire
ISBN 0698114434 EAN 9780698114432 Paperstar Paperback 
WB Price: $13.95
Mirette was always fascinated by the strange and interesting people who stayed in her mother's boardinghouse. But no one excited her as much as Bellini, who walks the clothesline with the grace and ease of a bird. When Mirette discovers that fear has kept him from performing for years, she knows she must repay him for the kindness he has shown her -- and show him that sometimes a student can be the greatest teacher of all. 25.98 cms L x 20.27 cms W 32 pages 

Liang and The Magic Paintbrush
ISBN 0805008012 Owlet Paperback (4 to 8) WB Price: $13.95
When a poor boy in China receives a magical paintbrush, everything he paints turns to life. But the wicked emperor wants to capture the boy when he hears the news. The story will excite readers as the ruler gets his just reward when the boy creates a masterpiece that spells his doom.19.89 cms L x 20.19 cms W 32 pages Reviews: "Demi's telling matches her art in fantastic effects in her new book, a tale suggested by an ancient Chinese legend. Delicate shades of gold and blue contrast with fiery scarlets in surpassingly beautiful and authentic pictures showing strange happenings when a poor beggar boy, Liang, receives a magic paintbrush." --"Publishers Weekly "Beautiful full-color illustrations portray this ancient Chinese folktale in which Liang's wit helps him thwart a greedy emperor's plan."--"Notable Children's Trade Books in the Field of Social Studies 

This Is London (Travelogue)
ISBN 0789310627 Universe Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $31.95
"This is London, first published in 1959, presents impressions of London with its beautiful buildings, historic monuments, bridges, parks, shops and Piccadilly Circus, black cabs, Horse Guards, and famed Underground. This is the facsimile edition of M. Sasek's original titles. His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood. 31.9 cms L x 23 cms W 60 pages 

This Is Paris (Travelogue)
ISBN 0789310635 Universe Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $31.95
"This is Paris, first published in 1959, brings Paris, one of the most exciting cities in the world, to life. There are famous buildings, beautiful gardens, cafes, and the Parisians-artists, concierges, flower girls, and even thousands of cats. Take a tour along the banks of the Seine, through the galleries of the Louvre, and to the top of the Eiffel Tower. This is the facsimile edition of M. Sasek's original titles. His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood. 31.9 cms L x 23 cms W 60 pages 

This Is New York (Travelogue)
ISBN 0789308843 Universe Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $31.95
The charm and uniqueness of New York City was never more beautifully and whimsically created for children than in Miroslav Sasek's "This Is New York. First published in 1960, his vision of New York nearly forty years ago still remains fresh: the hustle and bustle of Times Square, the ethnic neighborhoods, the awe-inspiring architecture.His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood. 31.9 cms L x 23 cms W 64 pages 

This Is San Francisco (Travelogue)
ISBN 0789309629 Universe Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $31.95
Let the rumbling cable car tell you the story! And what a story: From the crookedest street in the world to the Peking ducks in Chinatown, San Francisco is easily one of the world's most enchanting cities. Illustrator Miroslav Sasek captures both the breathtaking landscape and the cosmopolitan flavor of the City by the Bay in" This is San Francisco. First published in 1962, Sasek's jaunty, colorful illustrations will still dazzle kids and adults alike.His brilliant, vibrant illustrations have been meticulously preserved and remain true to his vision. With the passing of time facts have been updated where applicable in the back of each book. Perfect souvenirs with timely and nostalgic appeal, the books have an elegant, classic look and delightful narrative that will charm both children and their parents, many of whom will remember them from their own childhood. 31.9 cms L x 23 cms W 64 pages 

When I Was Young In The Mountains
ISBN 0140548750 EAN 9780140548754 Puffin Paperback (4 to 8) 
WB Price: $11.95
When I was young in the mountains, Grandfather came home in the evening covered with the black dust of a coal mine. Only his lips were clean, and he used them to kiss the top of my head. Growing up in the mountains was special. Grandmother made hot corn bread and fried okra.Each pleasure was one to share - and remember. And each is part of a gentle story, illuminated with perceptively happy paintings, that evokes the love of a way of life, of a family, and most of all, of a place. 24.94 cms L x 19.8 cms W 24 pages Award: Caldecott Honor Book.Review: "An evocative remembrance of the simple pleasures in country living; splashing in the swimming hole, taking baths in the kitchen, sharing family times, each is eloquently portrayed here in both the misty-hued scenes and in the poetic text."--Association for Childhood Education International. 

White Snow, Bright Snow
ISBN 0688082947 Lee & Lothrop Paperback (4 to 8) WB Price: $11.95
When the first flakes fell from the grey sky, the postman and the farmer and the policeman and his wife scurried about doing all the practical things grownups do when a snowstorm comes. But the children laughed and danced, and caught the lacy snowflakes on thier tongues. All the wonder and delight a child feels in a snowfall is caught in the pages of this book -- the frost ferns on the window sill, the snow man in the yard and the mystery and magic of a new white world. Roger Duvoisin's pictures in soft blue half-tones with briliant splashes of yellow and red emphasize the gaiety and humor as well as the poetic quality of the text. First published in 1947. 21.74 cms L x 19.66 cms W 32 pages Award: Caldecott Honor

Word Wizard 
ISBN 0618689249 EAN 9780618689248 Clarion Paperback 
WB Price: $10.95
At breakfast one morning, Anna discovers magic in her bowl of alphabet cereal. The letters in her spoon can be arranged to form several different words. She's a word wizard!Wielding her magic spoon, Anna helps a lost little boy named Zack find his way home-turning a wave-tossed ocean into a canoe and producing a horse once they reach the shore. Accompanied by Cathryn Falwell's ingenious collage pictures, this lively adventure is an enticing introduction to a creative form of wordplay. A concluding note encourages children to become word wizards by collecting letters and words from newspapers and magazines to form their own anagrams. 25.3 cms L x 20.37 cms W 31 pages 

Drummer Hoff
ISBN 067166249X EAN: 9780671662493 Aladdin Paperback (4 to 8) WB Price: $11.95 
"DRUMMER HOFF" is a lively folk verse all about the building of a cannon. Brightly dressed in full uniform, each soldier brings a part for the remarkable machine.Through lively folk verse and glorious woodcut illustrations, Barbara and Ed Emberley describe how an elaborate cannon is put together piece by piece and finally fired off.Ed Emberley won the 1968 Caldecott Medal for his bold illustrations for Barbara Emberley's jaunty adaptation of the cumulative folk song.21.39 cms L x 17.17 cms W (0.11 kgs) 32 pages

The Little Book of Train Stories With CD
EAN 9780794511821 ISBN 0794511821 Usborne Hardcover (4 to 8) WB Price: $19.95
This book and CD pack from the Farmyard Tales Readers contains a delightful collection of short stories which have been especially written for young children who are just beginning to read. Lively narration with fun sound effects and music make the CD perfect for reading along with or just listening to.Written by Stephen Cartwright and illustrated by Heather Amery. 20.27 cms L x 20.22 cms W (0.38 kgs) 63 pages

Miss Spider's Tea Party
EAN 9780590477246 Cartwheel Hardcover (4 to 8) 
WB Price: $28.95 
ISBN: 0439918170 EAN:9780439918176 Scholastic Paperback WB Price: $11.95
Readers are cordially invited to the most charming tea party ever tossed by a lonely, lovable, ladylike spider. With vibrant oil paintings and elegant rhyming verses, renowned toy designer Kirk serves up an irresistible story about the rewards of kindness and the importance of friendship.All Miss Spider wants is to invite some friends to tea. But the other bugs are afraid of her! Readers of all ages will cheer for the gracious and beloved arachnid during her gentle and rewarding search for friends.Hardcover: 23.37 cms L x 30.68 cms W 31 pgs. Paperback 20 cms L x 25.2 cms W

A Bargain For Frances
ISBN 006444001X HarperTrophy Paperback  WB Price: $6.95
One day Thelma tricks Frances into buying her old plastic tea set. Thelma says there are no backsies on the bargain. Can Frances come up with a plan that will change her friend's mind?

Bedtime for Frances
ISBN 0064434516 HarperTrophy Paperback WB Price: $11.95
Frances stalls bedtime by asking for different things. Sounds familiar? For all wide-eyed kids at bedtime.25.4 cms L x 20.68 cms W (0.14 kgs) 31 pages

A Birthday For Frances
ISBN 0064430073 HarperTrophy Paperback 
WB Price: $11.95
It’s Gloria’s birthday. Everyone is busy getting ready for it and this upsets Frances. You see, Frances doesn’t like her little sister very much, at least she doesn’t like the things she does like hiding her pail and shovel, pulling out the button eyes of her dolls and breaking her crayons. Nevertheless Frances did spend 2 whole allowances on a birthday present for Gloria, 4 gumballs and a Chompo Bar. Let’s see whether Gloria will get her present!

Best Friends For Frances
ISBN 0064430081 HarperTrophy Paperback  WB Price: $11.95
Gloria wants to be her sister’s best friend but Albert is already that. However, when Albert had a no-girls game, Frances decided to turn the tables. Along the way, Frances realises that sisters can also be friends. 25.4 cms L x 19.8 cms W (0.13 kgs) 31 pages

Bread and Jam For Frances
ISBN 0064430960 HarperTrophy Paperback  WB Price: $11.95
If your child is a fussy eater, then he’ll/she’ll will definitely identify with Frances. Frances will not eat anything but bread and jam. But clever Mother Badger has a plan to change her stubborn dieting habit! 25.4 cms L x 19.8 cms W (0.13 kgs) 31 pages

A Baby Sister for Frances
ISBN 0064430065 Harpertrophy Paperback  WB Price: $11.95
Frances is unhappy that Mother and Father Badger are paying more attention to little baby Gloria. She decides to run away but not too far away - under the dining table would be just nice. As she sits under the table, Father and Mother reminisces about the things Frances used to do and how much they missed her. A sweet and funny story that provides the right reassurances to insecure older siblings.25.2 cms L x 20.27 cms W (0.13 kgs) 27 pages