Katie In London
Katie In London book cover

Katie In London

Paperback – Picture Book, May 1, 2014

Price
$9.99
Format
Paperback
Pages
32
Publisher
Orchard Books
Publication Date
ISBN-13
978-1408331934
Dimensions
9.88 x 0.25 x 10.88 inches
Weight
6.3 ounces

Description

Mingles fantasy with information most successfully ... pushing at the boundaries between the real world and the world of the imagination ... Colourful and extremely detailed illustrations add greatly to the appeal of the book― Books For Keeps Lovely― Daily Mail Mayhew's illustrations are stunning, with amazing detail ... there is so much to see and spot on each double spread ... a wonderful introduction to the city of London ... a lovely read indeed― Library Mice London comes to life in this magical adventure― THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY So much to see on each page spread that children will be enthralled and wrapped up in this book for many readings and re-readings ... Brilliant stuff― ReaditDaddy James Mayhew studied at Maidstone College of Art and his first children's book, Katie's Picture Show was published in 1989. It's been firmly in print ever since, recognised universally as the original and best introduction to art for children. Many more titles have followed, and the series sells in museums and galleries all over the world, from the Met in New York, to the Uffizi in Florence, the Louvre in Paris and beyond. He is also the creator of the much-loved Ella Bella Ballerina series, and many other titles. Alongside his work in publishing, James has devised and performed in a hugely successful series of concerts for children, combining live classical music, storytelling and live art. From Peter and the Wolf, to Scheherazade, James has worked internationally with many different orchestras and musicians, creating illustrations in time to music. James grew up in Suffolk but now lives in Hertfordshire.

Features & Highlights

  • Come on a magical tour with Katie and discover London's most famous sights!When Katie and her brother Jack visit London with Grandma, something very unexpected happens . . . One of the Trafalgar Square lions comes to life and takes them on a wonderful tour of all the best sights! Including Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Big Ben and the London Eye.'London comes to life in this magical adventure'
  • - Independent
  • Featuring many of London's key landmarks, this storybook has become a bestselling introduction to London, and is perfect for children visiting the city for the first time.

Customer Reviews

Rating Breakdown

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Most Helpful Reviews

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This is a great book, especially for my 6-year-old Anglophile

This is a great book, especially for my 6-year-old Anglophile! He's so interested in anything having to do with London, and this book is factual but also a lot of fun. I'd recommend for any child interested in London or traveling to London.
3 people found this helpful
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We love Katie books

We purchased this as a gift for Grandma’s book collection. We have enjoyed reading about Katie’s adventures in travel, this story included. The content is a little advanced for my 2 year old, but she will grow into it soon. She loved seeing the big double decker buses and the lion too. We will be purchasing more Katie books for our home libraries.
1 people found this helpful
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This book made my children fall in love with all things England

This book made my children fall in love with all things England! Reviews all the major tourist sites in London in a cute story.
1 people found this helpful
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Very sweet book. I bought this for my 6 year ...

Very sweet book. I bought this for my 6 year old daughter to get her excited for our trip.
1 people found this helpful
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Great Book!

It was very informative! Loved the art.
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So cute for my daughter Katie

Nice story and nice pictures
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Cute book with lots of great landmarks. This is a good book to teach ...

Cute book with lots of great landmarks. This is a good book to teach kids a little bit about London and some of the well known places in London before travel.
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Wonderful book for my 6 year old neice

Wonderful book for my 6 year old neice! She loved it so much we are purchasing others in the series for her for Christmas.
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The Karie series is always a delightful read for children

This was gift for child living south London
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London for kids!

Picked it up before a trip to London. gave the kids good reference points to look for. easy to read.