Catherine Hampel

The Adventures of Elsie and Peaches Catherine Hampel

Rosie is a bright and creative little girl who discovers two soft toys; Elsie the elephant and Peaches the piglet, who live in a dark and dusty attic. Through Rosie's vivid imaganation they become best friends. This children's book is the first in a series of stories set in the attic of an old house previously owned by Rosie's great-grandmother. This charming story is complemented by equally chaming illustrations that tell about the mischievous adventures Rosie has with her new best friends. Each book is approximately 50 pages long and designed to be read either in a classroom or as a bedtime story. The stories are best enjoyed by children ages 4 to 8. The engaging hand-drawn illustrations enable younger children to enjoy the stories without knowing how to read. Each illustration has a fun "can-you-find" game, and the stories have "easy-to-grasp" lessons that parents, educators and children will love.