An exquisite first story book from an acclaimed author and illustrator.

When Thin Kitty grows fat, she starts making nests all over the house - some of them in very odd places indeed! What could be happening?This lyrical and beautifully illustrated first story book in the Baby Walker range will develop early literacy and sensory awareness in babies and toddlers.

About the Author

Jan Mark was one of the most distinguished authors of books for young people. She was twice awarded the Carnegie Medal and also won the Penguin Guardian Award, the Observer Teenage Fiction Prize and the Angel Award for Fiction. Her many titles include Thunder and Lightnings, Lady Long Legs and The Snow Maze. The Museum Book, Jan's last completed work, was published by Walker Books in 2007.

Charlotte Voake studied art history at the University of London. She worked for a short time at the Bluecoat Gallery in Liverpool and illustrated her first children's book while still at university. She has illustrated many books for other authors, as well as producing her own picture books, among them Ginger (1997) and Pizza Kittens (2002). The former won a Nestle Smarties Book Prize (Gold Award) and the latter a Nestle Smarties Book (Silver Award). Charlotte lives near Woking, Surrey.

Reviews
Both engages and enchants...beautifully paced * Carousel *
Engages and enchants. Beautifully paced, the simple words and story fuse perfectly with the charming illustrations and tell the tale of a cat who likes to be comfortable. Readers are gently led to a lovely conclusion * Carousel *
This classic tale, first published in 1986, transfers beautifully to board book format. Its simple language and superb illustrations will certainly hold the attention. * Children's Books Ireland Recommended Read *

Will capture the imagination of all youngsters . . . enchanting

* Carousel *



Book Information
ISBN 9781406353969
Author Jan Mark
Page Count 16
Imprint Walker Books Ltd
Publisher Walker Books Ltd
Weight(grams) 236g
Dimensions(mm) 183mm * 183mm * 11mm