{"product_id":"katie-by-james-mayhew-10-books-collection-set-ages-3-7-paperback","title":"Katie by James Mayhew 10 Books Collection Set - Art-Inspired Picture Books - Ages 3-7 - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie in London\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Spanish Princess\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Waterlily Pond\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Bathers\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Starry Night\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie in Scotland\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie's London Christmas\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Sunflowers\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Dinosaurs\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Impressionists\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Orchard Books\u003cbr\u003e\nAge Range: Ages 3-7 (Pre-K to Grade 1)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nStep into the world of art and imagination with this 10-book Katie collection by James Mayhew, a beloved series that turns famous paintings, museums, and iconic places into playful storybook adventures for ages 3-7. Katie steps directly into artworks by Van Gogh, Monet, Renoir, and other masters, exploring sunflower fields, starry skies, and sunlit riverbanks alongside new friends she meets along the way. Paired with London sightseeing and a spirited Scottish adventure, this paperback set blends art appreciation, geography, and gentle storytelling into one delightful reading experience for early readers and their families to share together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCreated by acclaimed British author-illustrator James Mayhew, the Katie series has introduced generations of young children to fine art through warm, whimsical storytelling. In each book, curious young Katie finds a way into a famous painting or historic setting, meeting the people, colors, and textures that bring the artwork to life. Titles like Katie and the Sunflowers and Katie and the Starry Night invite children to see Van Gogh's brushwork as a living, breathing world, while Katie and the Impressionists and Katie and the Waterlily Pond introduce the soft light and reflections of Monet and Renoir. Katie and the Bathers and Katie and the Spanish Princess add playful historical and cultural texture, and Katie and the Dinosaurs brings a museum's natural history wing to life. Meanwhile, Katie in London, Katie in Scotland, and Katie's London Christmas ground the series in real places, turning city landmarks and festive traditions into settings for gentle adventure. Together, these ten paperback picture books offer a cohesive reading journey that nurtures curiosity about art, culture, and the wider world. Mayhew's soft, detailed illustrations and accessible text make the books ideal for shared reading, bedtime stories, and early independent reading alike, while the recurring character of Katie gives young readers a familiar, comforting guide through each new artistic world she explores, encouraging them to look closely and ask questions about what they see.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroduces young children to famous paintings and artists through playful, accessible storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTen complete paperback picture books in one collection, ideal for family reading time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilds early vocabulary, narrative comprehension, and cultural curiosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines art appreciation with geography and history through London, Scotland, and museum settings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent character and illustration style creates a comforting, recognizable reading rhythm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA ready-made gift set for birthdays, holidays, or classroom libraries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie in London — Katie explores the city's most iconic landmarks, from red buses to grand bridges, on a lively London adventure.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Spanish Princess — Katie meets a princess from Spain and journeys through a watercolor-filled world of courtly color and costume.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Waterlily Pond — Katie steps into Monet's garden, discovering rippling reflections and soft, seasonal blooms.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Bathers — Katie joins figures from a riverside painting for a sunlit afternoon by the water.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Starry Night — Katie ventures into Van Gogh's swirling night sky, meeting the stars and village below.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie in Scotland — Katie travels through Scottish landscapes, castles, and tradition on a spirited journey north.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie's London Christmas — Katie experiences festive London during the holiday season, filled with lights, snow, and cheer.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Sunflowers — Katie steps into Van Gogh's golden sunflower fields on a bright, colorful adventure.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Dinosaurs — Katie's museum visit takes an imaginative turn as dinosaur exhibits come to life.\u003cbr\u003e\nKatie and the Impressionists — Katie wanders through a gallery of Impressionist masterpieces, meeting the artists' vivid, light-filled worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nJames Mayhew is a British author and illustrator best known for creating the Katie series, which has introduced countless young readers to fine art and famous paintings through imaginative storytelling. Mayhew studied illustration and has written and illustrated numerous picture books over his career, drawing on his fascination with museums, galleries, and classic artworks. His gentle, detailed illustration style and character-driven storytelling have made the Katie books a lasting favorite in school and home libraries. Mayhew continues to write, illustrate, and perform storytelling events centered on art and imagination for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis complete 10-book Katie set makes a wonderful gift for birthdays, holidays, or back-to-school reading, offering ten charming, art-inspired adventures in one affordable paperback bundle. Perfect for bedtime stories, classroom libraries, or curious young art lovers, it turns famous paintings and iconic places into stories children will want to revisit again and again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James Mayhew","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58105678004598,"sku":"NBB-FBA-LOWPLEX-U021750-9444468453","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/katie-by-james-mayhew-10-books-collection-set-paperback.jpg?v=1786104124","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/katie-by-james-mayhew-10-books-collection-set-ages-3-7-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}