Children’s Picture Books
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MacScottie Stays Over
Written by Penelope Colville Paine, Illustrated by Carl Wenzel
Publication date: January 2018
Fergus, a Scottie dog was pretty happy with his life and was looking forward to summer until a visitor arrives to upset his routine. Although he is determined to keep himself to himself he ends up giving a helping hand and gains a new friend in the bargain. Set in the beautiful Scottish island of Skye, Carl Wenzel’s colorful illustrations reflect Scotland’s rich culture and scenery.
Flossie Flies Home
Written by Penelope Colville Paine, Illustrated by Carl Wenzel
Publication date: July 2015
Honeybee Flossie looks forward to growing up and becoming a worker bee, But she is tempted away from her tasks by a handsome dragonfly only to find herself a long way from home. With some help from her sisters Flossie focuses on what is important and learns to stand up for herself. Delightful illustrations reflect nature and the special roles bees have.
Time For Horatio
Written by Penelope Colville Paine , Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
Horatio creates a vision of a kind and compassionate world.
In this charming myth, an abused kitten can't understand why everyone is so mean to him... dogs chase him, wasps sting him, gulls squawk at him, and people tease him. Then Horatio is befriended by a gentle London lad who takes him to the Royal Observatory where he learns that the world runs on MEAN time. In an effort to establish KIND time, Horatio climbs to the very top of Big Ben. Itoko's magnificent illustrations take you on an unforgettable tour of the Thames River and the inner working of Big Ben.
48 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 4 - 11
Item #80101
$17.95
My Way Sally
Written by Penelope Colville Paine , Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
Learning to be a leader can change things for the better.
Sally, a fox hound puppy who befriends a fox kit, soon learns she is to chase her friend in the hunt. She also learns that, when you are a leader, everyone looks up to you... and you decide which way to go. In adventures that take her all the way to Windsor Castle, Sally works hard to command the respect of the pack, and leads them on a win-win chase even the fox enjoys.
48 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 4 - 11
Item #80102
$14.95
Clarissa
Story Created by Penelope Colville Paine , Written by Carol Talley, Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
Clarissa teaches children to recognize their special worth.
Children are special in their own special ways. Clarissa is just a plain brown cow - to herself and almost everybody else on the Larsen Farm. This story of how she rescues a troop of prize animals and proves the worth of her own abilities is a blue-ribbon lesson for every youngster who learns it. Itoko Maeno's award winning illustrations depict the lush Wisconsin dairyland, a magical county fair, and a child-enchanting cast of two and four-legged characters.
32 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 4 - 11
Item #80102
$16.95
Mimi Makes a Splash
Written and Illustrated by Agnes Rosenthiel , Translated and Edited by Penelope Colville Paine
Mimi encourages all children to use their imaginations and creativity.
Mimi is a role model for everything childhood should be. Whether plunging into the sea or inventing games to play in the dark, Mimi is a fearless explorer. As she embarks on one imaginative adventure after another, Mimi is charming, disarming, creative, confident and enjoyed by millions of adults and children worldwide. Each book contains ten delightfully imaginative picture stories. Perfect for preschoolers, her questions at the end of each story stimulate discussion. Her "Bright Ideas" at the end of each book list fun-filled family activities.
48 full color pages, Softcover
For ages 3 - 8
Item #80103
$6.95
Mimi Takes Charge
Written and Illustrated by Agnes Rosenthiel , Translated and Edited by Penelope Colville Paine
Mimi encourages all children to use their imaginations and creativity.
Mimi is a role model for everything childhood should be. Whether plunging into the sea or inventing games to play in the dark, Mimi is a fearless explorer. As she embarks on one imaginative adventure after another, Mimi is charming, disarming, creative, confident and enjoyed by millions of adults and children worldwide. Each book contains ten delightfully imaginative picture stories. Perfect for preschoolers, her questions at the end of each story stimulate discussion. Her "Bright Ideas" at the end of each book list fun-filled family activities.
48 full color pages, Softcover
For ages 3 - 8
Item #80103
$6.95
Papa Piccolo
Story Created by Penelope Colville Paine, Written by Carol Talley, Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
Papa Piccolo shares his strength and finds his tender heart.
Piccolo leads a free-spirited life of adventure and possibilities - until two homeless kittens decide to adopt him. As he enters into a new kind of adventure, children will delight in seeing how the kittens help Piccolo discover his own tender heart. Itoko's captivating illustrations bring the story alive and capture romance and beauty of the canals, bridges, markets, and byways of Venice.
32 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 4 - 11
Item #80104
$16.95
Molly's Magic
Written by Penelope Colville Paine, Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
Molly's creativity is as charming as the Emerald Isle.
In this charming story of farm life in western Ireland, the O'Malley family's plan to supplement their meager farm income with a seaside tea garden, which seems destined to failure. Then, Molly's example shows them that adversity can best be overcome with a little creative thinking. The extensive Discussion Guide makes sharing the book's messages with children a delight as you explore Molly's creative problem-solving strategy, discuss farm life and animals, and examine the customs and geography of Ireland.
32 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 4 - 11
Item #80105
$16.95
Mother Nature Nursery Rhymes
Written by Mother Nature, Edited by Penelope Colville Paine, Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
The perfect beginning for a lifelong love of nature.
These delightful rhymes, combined with Itoko Maeno's captivating illustrations, will nurture a deep respect and love of nature in small children. Discussion and activity guides are included. Featured in the National Wildlife Federation and Boston Art Museum Catalogs.
32 full color pages, Hardcover
For ages 1 - 5
Item #80106
$14.95
Minou
Written by Mindy Bingham, Illustrated by Itoko Maeno
This charming book acts as both a guide to the city of Paris, where the story occurs, and as a metaphor about learning to become self-reliant and self-supporting.
12" x 9" Hardcover
64 full color pages
For ages 4-11
Item #80107 $24.95
Flower Girl A to Z - NEW
Every Flower Girl is the star (just look in the mirror on page 29!) in this trendy new guide for today's Flower Girls. Written in rhyme with pictures that reflect the diversity of our world, this book is perfect for Flower Girls in any wedding.
6 1/4" Hardcover
32 full color pages
Item #20104 $10.95
Ring Bearer A to Z - NEW
Colorful and trendy, Ring Bearer A to Z will make sure every young attendant will have fun learning about the special part he will play in the wedding. Written in rhyme, each letter of the alphabet ties in to a tradition or sentiment involving the upcoming wedding. There are full color photographs throughout plus a mirror on page 29.
6 1/4" x 6 1/4" Hardcover
32 full color pages
Item #20105 $10.95
10 Neat Things About Being a Flower Girl
These charming books, beautifully illustrated by Itoko Maeno, help little Flower Girls understand their roles in the wedding. A wonderful gift to give before the wedding event, one that every Flower Girl will treasure.
6 1/4"x 6 1/4" Hardcover
24 full color pages
Item #20102 $8.95
10 Cool Things About Being a Ring Bearer
These charming books, beautifully illustrated by Itoko Maeno, help little Ring Bearer's understand their roles in the wedding. A wonderful gift to give before the wedding event, one that every Ring Bearer will treasure.
6 1/4"x 6 1/4" Hardcover
24 full color pages
Item #20102 $8.95
Love to Color
Love to Color Wedding Coloring book is designed with space for young children to include themselves in the pictures. Created to celebrate today's diverse weddings, each 20-page coloring book includes a set of three crayons.
8"x 9", 20 Pages
Item #20101 $5.95
