New Releases by Satoshi Kitamura

A simple text where a visit to an art show causes a girl to imagine what the world would be like if it was wholly yellow, red or blue. Realising that the world actually consists of all the colours of the rainbow, she paints lots of multicoloured pieces of art herself.

In these two animal stories from the Caribbean, find out in the first why Tiger wanted to get rid of all the other animals and keep the jungle for himself and what clever Anansi did about it, and in the second how shy Owl nearly lost everything because he didn''t have the courage to show his face.

Acclaimed author-illustrator Satoshi Kitamura (Hat Tricks) celebrates human connection and community in this hopeful story about a boy, a benevolent shopkeeper, and a shared smile. A small boy has saved all his pocket money, and today''s the day he''ll buy something special just for himself! There''s lots to see and smell at the market, from tasty pies to colorful toys and noisy instruments. But before he can even make up his mind, disaster strikes, and he loses his money down a drain. Oh no! But wait, what''s this? A store called the Smile Shop? Could he buy a smile? A small one, perhaps, to cheer himself? Featuring charming, classic illustrations reminiscent of Maurice Sendak and Tomie dePaola, Satoshi Kitamura''s The Smile Shop is an absorbing story of community, self-worth, and the effect of a smile shared between two people. An apt parable for a time when smiles and expressions of warmth are in high demand.

You''re invited to Hattie the rabbit''s magic show! A lively, must-have read-aloud for preschooler story times from acclaimed author-illustrator Satoshi Kiramura. Abracadabra, katakurico! Oh, goodness! Out pops a cat from Hattie''s magic hat. Can you guess what creature will appear from the magic hat next? Follow along as Hattie the rabbit conjures up a parade of animals from her magic hat in this highly interactive story that''s perfect for toddler and preschool story times. Simple, repetitive language along with ample opportunities for prediction and fun magic words add to its engaging qualities. A great pairing for magic-themed activities and animal units.

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A wonderful anthology of poetry by award winning poets John Agard and Grace Nichols, brought to life with beautiful illustrations by Satoshi Kitamura.

This is my hand. It can do all sorts of things. Most of the time it does good things, but sometimes... Kitamura introduces us to the wonders of something as simple as your hand – it can push, it can pull. It can paint, it can pat. And when your hand has a bad habit, it can pick your nose! Award-winning author and illustrator Satoshi Kitamura unfolds a wonderful celebration of the simple hand, also starring a favourite Kitamura character, Boots the cat.

''Woolly in the Boat'' is an innovative little book for small people, illustrated in Satoshi Kitamura''s trademark colours and style. His previous board books include ''Duck is Dirty'', ''Cat is Sleepy'', ''Dog is Thirsty'' and ''Squirrel is Hungry''.

''Tom Squirrel'' is an innovative little book for small people, illustrated in Satoshi Kitamura''s trademark rich colours and style. His previous board books include ''Duck is Dirty'', ''Cat is Sleepy'', ''Dog is Thirsty'', and ''Squirrel is Hungry''.

Millie loves hats, but she can''t afford to buy any of the beautiful ones in the hat shop. But the shopkeeper has an idea. He produces a box containing an amazing hat with the most perfect shape and color imaginable—if Millie dares to imagine it. Millie does dare, and soon she sees not only her own marvellous hat, but everyone else''s hats as well.

Bizarre and uplifting tales from one of the most ingenious picture book illustrators today Meet Pot-san, a tubby little teapot who loves to pour tea. He and his tabletop friends—Teacup, Milk Jug, Sugar Bowl, and Spoon—have lots of adventures, and they''d like their readers to join them too! Illustrated in Satoshi''s quirky style, he demonstrates how far the imagination can flow even about the seemingly mundane.

Originally published: London; Andersen Press, Ltd., 2002.

A young boy spends an unusual day after awakening to find that he and his cat have switched bodies.

Suspecting a band of wily wolves when their fleecy coats are stolen, sheep companions Georgina, Hubert, and Gogol enlist the help of private detective Elliott Baa.

A sheep goes for a walk when he cannot get to sleep.

"What if the world was just one colour? What would it look like? Could you paint it? Look inside and see?"--Back cover.

When a modern young boy is transported back in time to a Stone Age village, he learns all about a new way of life.

Lionel is going to attend a party but feels he must do something about his messy mane, first.

In an attempt to break his artist''s block, Pablo the elephant travels to the countyside to paint a landscape for the Hoof Lane Art Club exhibition and has an extraordinary experience.

Where will the little duckling find his mum? Pull the tab on each page to see just who is hiding in the pictures!

It''s all about the joy of making music, and finding an appreciative audience. Igor has a loud and distinctive voice, and he cannot sing in tune. He is drummed out of the Dawn Chorus for not being musical enough, so he takes singing lessons. But his teacher says that not only is he always out of tune, he has no rhythm either. Poor Igor. He goes off into the desert, where at least he can sing to himself without being asked to stop. He builds a nest on a big rock, and starts to sing. But the rock is in fact a gigantic bird - a Dodo - who likes his music so much it wakes up in order to join in.

This unique collection of original poems about maths provides delightful insights into the world of numbers, sometimes humourous, sometimes thoughtful but always highly entertaining. Encapsulating a real love of and enthusiasm for numbers it is ideal for all fans of poetry but particularly those fascinated by numbers. In addition it provides perfect material for maths and numeracy classes and assemblies. This volume develops further the striking and highly successful partnership between two of Britain''s leading artists in their field - acclaimed poet John Agard is renowned for his poetry and performances at events in schools and other venues across Britain over more than 20 years, and Satoshi Kitamura has won many awards for his striking children''s books illustrations. The contents range from the title poem in which Einstein''s number-loving parents persuade her of the fun they have with maths, to poems about the magic number nine, the power of the decimal point, and the ancient Inca counting device the Quipo. Interspersed are fun poems like ''The Mental Arithmetic Twist'' and ''The Polygons'', and others reflecting on the discoveries of Archimedes (his mother talks to the press about his famous naked dash through town) and Fermat. This beautifully crafted book makes a rich feast of poetic ideas.

This highly original alphabet mystery tour introduces exciting words and pictures to children with all the illustrative wit and humour for which Satoshi Kitamura is famous.

A simple game of hide-and-seek turns into a search full of surprises and sea creatures.

In a highly entertaining board book by an award-winning author, Boots the cat finds that toys are no substitute for the real thing when it comes to friendship.

Boots the cat plays a game of hide-and-seek with his young owner in an unsuccessful effort to avoid a bath in a delightfully funny board book by an award-winning author.

Boardbook. Boots the cat. 0-3 yrs.