Nip and Tuck

by Robert McConnell, illustrations by James Watling

"Robert McConnell's lively story is wonderfully illustrated and brought visually to life by the artistry of James Watling." -The Midwest Book Review

The parents of beaver kits Nip and Tuck think their offspring are too young to help build the new dam. Nip and Tuck insist that they're old enough to help, but to no avail. One day, when disaster strikes the dam in their parents' absence, the other animals fear that the pond is doomed. They are convinced that Nip and Tuck are too young to fix the damage themselves. But, much to everyone's surprise, Nip and Tuck spring to the rescue, fixing the dam, saving the pond and becoming the heroes of the day.

ISBN 978-0929141-01-5 / Ages 4-7 / Cloth with dustjacket / 8 1/4" x 9 1/2" / 48 pages / 30 full-colour illustrations / CDN $16.95, U.S. $12.95

Also available in softcover in French! Emonde et Scie: 0-929141-05-9 / CDN $15.95, U.S. $14.95

A Teacher's Package and cassette are available for this title.

Norbert Nipkin

by Robert McConnell, illustrations by Steve Pilcher

This perennially best-selling classic is your passport into the magic realm of Nipkins. Irresistible rhymes and mood-setting paintings introduce Norbert, a young Nipkin, who is warned by his nanny about the terrible cave-dwelling giants called Zlogs. When Norbert is captured by a young Zlog named Grog, he uses the only defense he can muster - his voice. After getting over his shock that Nipkins can talk, Grog listens to and even protects Norbert in what is the beginning of a fast friendship. The characters are endearing, the setting is inventive, the effect magical. Discover for yourself what has already enchanted tens of thousands of children.

ISBN 978-1894917-29-2 / Ages 4-9 / 10" x 9 1/4" / Softcover / 40 pages / 27 full-colour illustrations / Cdn. $16.95, US $14.95

A Teacher's Package and cassette are available for this title.

Norbert Nipkin and the Magic Riddle Stone

by Robert McConnell, illustrations by Steve Pilcher

The adventure continues! Norbert Nipkin and Grog, scolded and scoffed at by their parents who refuse to believe that the pair have become friends, set off alone to find and solve the final mystery of the Magic Riddle Stone. On the way, they meet delightful characters such as Wag and the brothers Numb and Skull, but they also must deal with the Marsh Monster and the evil Grimald. Humour and suspense combine to hold the reader spellbound until the adventure's dramatic conclusion. This new edition features a never-before printed pull-out illustration by the artist called "Hide and Seek", suitable for framing for the bedroom or classroom.

ISBN 978-0929141-79-4 / Ages 6-11 / 9 1/2" x 10 1/4" / Cloth with dustjacket / 48 pages / 30 full-colour illustrations / CDN $24.95, U.S. $19.95

Also available in softcover in French! Norbert Nipkin et la Pierre aux enigmes: 0-929141-07-5 / CDN $16.95, U.S. $15.95

A Teacher's Package and cassette are available for this title.

Sarah's Secret

by Robert McConnell, illustrations by June Lawrason

"Sarah's Secret is a welcome addition to the growing library of outstanding Christmas stories." -The Midwest Book Review

In this Christmas classic, six-year-old Sarah is determined to make the very best snowman possible, without the help of her older brother. When she sees her snowman, Max, come to life in a Christmas Eve frolic, her family refuses to believe her story. Although Sarah thinks she has proof that it was not all a dream, she decides in the end to keep the knowlege of her snowman friend as her very own special secret.

ISBN 978-0929141-12-1 / Ages 5-9 / Softcover / 8 1/4" x 9 1/2" / 24 pages / 20 full-colour illustrations / CDN $7.95, U.S. $6.95

A Teacher's Package is available for this title.

Robert McConnell is also the author of Perfect Pals in the Napples series