This reference lists picture books from around the world for children ages three to eight. Organized by geographical region, it contains descriptions of currently available books by authors and illustrators well-known in their countries, prize-winning books, and national classics, including folktales, as well as books that are set in a country where a non-native author or illustrator lived or worked. They include publication information and age range, as well as some author profiles. Introductory chapters describe children's book illustration and cultural aspects and topics that occur across cultures. Annotation c2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)