Peppe the Lamplighter by Ted Lewin $6.99
Peppe becomes a lamplighter to help support his immigrant family in turn-of-the-century New York City, despite his papa's disapproval. But when Peppe's job helps save his little sister, he earns the respect of his entire family.

Matthew's Meadow by Harcourt Childrens Books (J) $15.00
Far up on the hill, far beyond Matthew's house, is a meadow of long, soft grass where a red-tailed hawk perches on a black walnut tree. The hawk teaches Matthew to open his senses to the natural world. The haunting magic and wisdom of this story is that of nature and life itself. Full color throughout.

Sami and the Time of the Troubles by Ted Lewin $17.15
A ten-year-old Lebanese boy balances his life in a war-torn city.

Pennies in a Jar by Ted Lewin $16.95
When his father goes off to fight in World War II, a young boy promises to be brave. But it isn t always easy. Especially now that he and his mother are alone and the air is punctuated by bursts of loud noises from air raid siren tests.Lots of things scare him, but especially the street horses: Josephine, who pulls the ragman s wagon and Nell, the milkman s nag, frighten the boy with their big...

Sacred River: The Ganges of India by Sandpiper $5.95
All rivers in India are sacred, and the Ganges most of all. Every year, more than one million Hindu pilgrims journey to Benares to renew themselves in its waters. Caldecott Honor medalist Ted Lewin joined the pilgrims at the river's edge for an experience he describes as one of the most unforgettable of his life. His luminous watercolors and simple, evocative text brilliantly capture the...

The Storytellers by Ted Lewin $16.00
It is early one morning, Abdul & his grandfa ther are walking to work, past souk after souk of carpet sel lers & weavers, then out through the ancient gate. Spreading a carpet on the ground, they wait for a crowd to gather. Th en, at last, Grandfather begins. '

Barney and the Ufo by Dodd Mead $8.95
Barney is afraid to tell his foster parents that he has seen a UFO behind the house even when a hasty promise to a space boy leads him into trouble.

Ali, Child of the Desert by Ted Lewin $16.00
Ali learns the true nature of the Sahara desert and its people when a howling wind suddenly causes chaos, and Ali finds himself stranded. He must summon all his courage to find food and shelter - and then find his father. Illustrated in colour by Ted Lewin.

Fair! by HarperCollins Publishers $16.89
From the overnight transformation of an empt y field into a glittering midway to the opening day parade a nd fireworks, Ted Lewin captures all the excitement, sights, smells, and tastes of a country fair. '

How Much?: Visiting Markets Around the World by Ted Lewin $17.99