Most Popular Books by Graeme Base

Within the pages of this book, you may discover, if you look, beyond the spell of written words, a hidden land of beast and birds. But there''s so much to find and name - Let''s start off with a smaller game. Just four for now - some big, some small. Now off you go to find them all! Animalia was first published in 1986, immediately capturing the imagination of children and adults around the world. It has now achieved classic status with global sales of over three million copies. My First Animalia celebrates the magic of Animalia in a playful introductory format for the very young, specially created by Graeme Base. So turn the pages, lift the flaps and rediscover the world of Animalia through fresh eyes - it''s the alphabet as only Graeme Base knows how!

''Don''t worry,'' Bertie said at once. ''I''ll solve this, have no fear, For magic things that vanish almost always reappear. . .''Bertie loves to visit the Retirement Home for Elderly Magicians and watch his grandpa perform magic tricks. But one day all the magicians'' props go missing, so Bertie sets off to investigate. . . Can he solve the mystery in time to save the show? You can help Bertie find all the missing things. And there''s a special magic panel at the back of the book - if you can unlock it, you will reveal all the mysteries of Enigma. Good luck! Visit graemebase.com

Birds fly. But how do other animals get around? Graeme Base''s distinctive artwork comes alive in this beautiful fold-out book for the very young.

Starfish are pointy. But what shapes are other animals? Graeme Base''s distinctive artwork comes alive in this beautiful fold-out book for the very young.

Far away in Ancient Egypt, Jackal and Ibis are brought before the Cat Pharaoh to be punished for stealing from the town market. In a merciful moment, the Pharaoh decides to give the two friends one last chance: they must journey up the River Nile to the temple of Karnak and bring back something that has been taken from her - a beautiful and precious Jewel Fish. But she has a warning for the two: ''Do not take anything else while you are in Karnak. And know that the Jewel Fish is magical. Be sure it does not get wet.'' Jackal and Ibis are not very clever and ignore the Cat Pharaoh''s words, taking a few extra treasures for themselves . . . and disaster follows! Complete with hieroglyphics, sparkling jewels and an ingenious mechanical device built into the back of the book, here is a cautionary tale set amongst the wonders of an ancient world, from the bestselling and highly acclaimed author of such classics as Animalia, The Eleventh Hour and The Legend of the Golden Snail.

Cows say moo. But what sounds do other animals make? Graeme Base''s distinctive artwork comes alive in this beautiful fold-out book for the very young.

A young boy''s favorite storybook tells of a Golden Snail that lived long ago in the mythical Spiral Isles. When it journeyed through its magical realm, it took on the shape of a fantastical golden sailing ship. One day the ship was captured by a Great Enchanter and put under his spell. After he became bored with the Snail, the Enchanter banished it to the Ends of the Earth so no one else could ever sail in it. There it remains until a new master comes to claim it. Could a young boy named Wilbur be the next master? Featuring Graeme Base''s visually stunning signature art (packed with details, including a hidden "snail and crossbones" to search for in each picture) and a bonus mini book (bound in, nonremovable), The Legend of the Golden Snail is an adventure unlike any other. F&P Level: N F&P Genre: F Praise for The Legend of the Golden Snail Starred Review: "Base''s art steers the journey, alternating between action scenes and spectacular seascapes." -Publishers Weekly "This beautiful book is sure to be a hit with the author''s fans and cultivate new ones." -School Library Journal "Base''s big, elaborate illustrations teem with lively details." -Booklist "The book is chock-full of Base''s bold, vibrant images and features fanciful locations. Lots to mull over for future sea adventurers." -Kirkus Reviews

A BRAND-NEW SERIES FROM THE CREATOR OF THE INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED PICTURE BOOK, ANIMALIA Wuffle the puppy, Lou the kitten and Billington the duck are playing happily in the garden. But when disaster strikes, who will save the day? From the award-winning bestselling creator of Animalia comes a new series to delight young readers

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Imagine you could soar high in the sky with an eagle or dive into the deep with a majestic blue whale. Come eye to eye with some of nature''s most impressive creatures as Graeme Base takes you on a richly illustrated journey of imagination and possibility.

The next exciting adventure of the BumbleBunnies! On a dark and stormy night, Wuffle the puppy, Lou the kitten and Billington the duck watch the garden gate swing open in the wind. And when disaster strikes once more, who will save the day? From the award-winning, bestselling creator of Animalia comes a new series to delight young readers.

El pequeño Ngiri es el Facocero más pequeño de África. Está cansado de que sus hermanos y hermanas mayores se burlen de él y quiere que las cosas sean de otra manera. Cuando Nyumbu, la vieja ñu, le da a Ngiri unos tambores mágicos, está seguro de que su d

A BRAND-NEW SERIES FROM THE CREATOR OF THE INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED PICTURE BOOK, ANIMALIA Meet the BumbleBunnies, superheroes of the garden! It''s washing day, and Wuffle the puppy, Lou the kitten and Billington the duck watch the clothes blow about in the wind. But when disaster strikes once more, who will save the day? From the award-winning, bestselling creator of Animalia comes a new series to delight young readers.

VoiceWorks is a play-script series of stories and tales perfect for reading aloud. The scripts provide opportunities for all readers to participate in guided reading, script reading, readers theatre or class performance.

Castigated for defying tradition and playing an original tune on his Splingtwanger, thirteen-year-old Sprocc leaves Planet Blipp in search of musical freedom and enters the annual Worst Band in the Universe Competition. Includes a CD of songs supposedly recorded by the bands in the story.

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A pop-up book by Graeme Base with illustrations of the Lewis Carroll poem, ''Jabberwocky''. Ages 6-12 years.

"Legend tells of a time long ago when the moon took on the form of a dragon, guarding the fishfolk in the pond far below and bringing them good forture. But for a thousand years it has not been seen..." --Back cover.