Author and Illustrator: Ludwig Bemelmans For Ages: 5 and above
No. of Pages: 52
Publisher: Scholastic, London
Year: 1996 (First published by Andre Deutsch Ltd. 1962)
This classic picture book with its rhyming tale of the wise Miss Clavel, Madeline and her friends almost doubles as a delightful tour guide. The book traces the children’s journey from Paris to London as they go to meet their good friend, Pepito.
And you do get a mini tour of London!
Excerpt
His papa called Paris. “Hello, Miss Clavel,
My little Pepito is not at all well.
He misses you; and he’s lonesome for
Madeline and the little girls next door.
May we request the pleasure of your company –
There’s plenty of room here at our embassy.”
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