Madeline in London -- Ludwig Bemelmans

<b>"</b><i>In an old house in Paris</i><br><i> that was covered with vines</i><br><i> lived twelve little girls</i><br><i> in two straight lines</i><br><i> the smallest one was Madeline.</i><b>" </b> <p/> <br> Nothing frightens Madeline--not tigers, not even mice. With its endearing, courageous heroine, cheerful humor, and wonderful, whimsical drawings of Paris, the Madeline stories are true classics that continue to charm readers even after 75 years <p/>Pepito has moved to England. To help celebrate his birthday, Miss Clavel and the girls pay him a visit. When his mother won't let Pepito keep one of his birthday presents--a horse--Madeline is more than willing to help out. <p/> Ludwig Bemelmans (1898-1962) was the author of the beloved Madeline books, including <i>Madeline</i>, a Caldecott Honor Book, and <i>Madeline's Rescue</i>, winner of the Caldecott Medal.<br><br><b>Author:</b> Ludwig Bemelmans<br><b>Publisher:</b> Puffin Books<br><b>Published:</b> 05/01/2000<br><b>Pages:</b> 64<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.56lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 11.92h x 8.44w x 0.20d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780140566499<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 4-8<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.2<br><b>Point Value:</b> 0.5<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>7578 / Madeline in London<br><br><p><b>About the Author</b><br><p><b>Ludwig Bemelmans</b> was a painter, illustrator, and writer for both children and adults. His <i>Madeline</i> book rank