WHEN SOPHIE GETS ANGRY—REALLY, REALLY, ANGRY…
by Molly Bang
Scholastic;ISBN: 0590189794;$15.95;1999

Strong graphic design, bold line and brilliant colors combine effectively to relate a young child's anger and the way she works through her anger - independently - in order to resume her place in the family.

Suggested for ages 2 - 4
Subjects: Feelings | Fiction | Siblings | Sisters

THREE CHEERS FOR CATHERINE THE GREAT!
by Cari Best
illustrated by Giselle Potter
DK Ink;ISBN: 0789426226;$16.95;1999

Sara's Russian grandmother declares she wants no presents for her birthday, and the search begins for the best "no present." Charming folk-art illustrations add the perfect touch as family and neighbors come together to celebrate in this warm, funny and unusual story.

Suggested for ages 4 - 7
Subjects: Families | Fiction | Parties

MY GOOSE BETSY
by Trudi Braun
illustrated by John Bendall-Brunello
Candlewick;ISBN: 0763604496;$16.99;1999

A delightful and simply told story about Betsy the goose - from her nest building to gosling hatching - loaded with information and accompanied by large, inviting illustrations that are just right for a young audience.

Suggested for ages 3 - 6
Subjects: Fiction | Geese

SLEEPYTIME RHYME
by Remy Charlip
Greenwillow;ISBN: 0688162711;$16;1999

A loving and gentle celebration of the special bond between mother and child. Beguiling watercolors add to the enchantment.

Suggested for ages 1 - 4
Subjects: Babies | Fiction

I LOVE YOU, BLUE KANGAROO!
by Emma Chichester Clark
Bantam Doubleday Dell;ISBN: 0385326386;$15.95;1999

When Lily's bed becomes too crowded for blue kangaroo, her baby brother gladly welcomes him, but Lily does NOT think that is the best solution! Cheerful watercolor and ink illustrations complement this charming bedtime read-aloud.

Suggested for ages 4 - 6
Subjects: Feelings | Fiction | Siblings | Sisters | Stuffed Animals | Toys

RED-EYED TREE FROG
by Joy Cowley
photographed by Nic Bishop
Scholastic;ISBN: 0590871757;$16.95;1999

Stunning high-speed photographs provide a close-up look at the fascinating life of a Central American rain forest tree frog. A playful science book for the youngest readers.

Suggested for ages 3 - 6
Subjects: Frogs | Hylidae

JAMELA’S DRESS
by Niki Daly
Farrar, Straus & Giroux;ISBN: 0374336679;$16;1999

The rhythmic patterns of South African township language breathe life into the universal story of a young girl's exuberant, unintentional misbehavior and its remarkable, happy consequences.

Suggested for ages 4 - 7
Subjects: Blacks | Clothing | Fiction

THE HATSELLER AND THE MONKEYS: A WEST AFRICAN FOLKTALE
by Baba Wagué Diakité
Scholastic;ISBN: 0590960695;$15.95;1999

The carefully cadenced voice of the storyteller and the boldly graphic hand of the artist coalesce in this African re-casting of the familiar story of a weary merchant and a band of naughty monkeys.

Suggested for ages 4 - 7
Subjects: Folklore | Mali