WALKING AWAY, (10 up),
Illustrated by Noelle Massena,
Harper and Row, 1973
Dell paperback, 1977
Emily and her grandfather have a special bond that is tested one summer when her best friend, Nina, comes to visit.
...... a muted, moving view of age, death, change and incomparability." -Kirkus Review

A LITTLE DEMONSTRATION OF AFFECTION, (12 up),
Harper and Row, 1975
Dell, 1977
translated into Norwegian, Finnish, German)
1960-1975, School Library Journal Best of the Best
Jenny and her brother Charley discover each other one crazy summer.
"...involving novel perceptibly probes often ignored nuances in family relationships." - School Library Journal
"...an extremely valuable book." -New York Times Book Review

THAT'S MINE, (3-6),
Illustrated by Emily McCully,
Holiday House 1976
Sister and brother argue over blocks, until they realize that a taller, more impressive castle will come from cooperation.
"...amusingly told and a lesson in sharing." - Publishers Weekly

POTBELLIED POSSUMS, (6-9),
Illustrated by Barbara McClintock,
Holiday House, 1977
Otto sneers at his sister's garbage eating habits, but depends on her in the dark. Through the rumbling of their respective stomachs, each comes to understand the other.
"...(Winthrop) puts her sense of fun to work in (this) story ...."- Publisher's Weekly

KNOCK, KNOCK, WHO'S THERE, a novel, (12 up)
Holiday House, 1978
Dell Paperback, 1980
Sam, Michael, and their alcoholic mother struggle separately and together with the crippling grief they feel after Pa's death.
"Focuses, with genuine feeling, on the bleakly realistic scenes of life with an alcoholic parent." -Kirkus Reviews

ARE YOU SAD, MAMA?, (4-8),
Illustrated by Donna Diamond,
Harper and Row, 1979
The story of a little girl who tries everything she can think of to make her mother happy, finally succeeding with the simplest of gestures.
"...quiet and poignant, an understated portrayal of intimate mother-child sharing." - ALA Booklist

JOURNEY TO THE BRIGHT KINGDOM, (7-11)
Illustrated by Charles Mikolaycak
Holiday House, 1979,
Scholastic Teachers Ed., 1980
This adaptation of a Japanese folktale tells the story of Kiyo, and her mother who is blind, and of a courageous journey to the bright kingdom.

I THINK HE LIKES ME, (4-8),
Illustrated by Denise Saldutti,
Harper and Row, 1980
Eliza finally gets the chance to prove that she can be trusted around her new baby brother.
"...the story has built in appeal..." - School Library Journal

MARATHON MIRANDA, (8-12),
Holiday House, 1979,
Bantam, 1981
Viking Puffin,1990
Miranda, inspired by an enthusiastic jogger named Phoebe, builds her health and her confidence.
"...sensitively developed story..." - Booklist

MIRANDA IN THE MIDDLE, (8-12),
Holiday House, 1980
Bantam, 1982
Junior Literary Guild, 1980
Viking Puffin, 1990
In the midst of several confusing situations, Miranda must learn to be honest with herself and those around her.
"A delightful book with warmth and humor." - Children's Book Review Service

SLOPPY KISSES, (4-8),
Illustrated by Anne Burgess
Macmillan, 1980
Junior Literary Guild, 1981
Viking/Penguin paperback
England, Fall, 1984
Aladdin paperback, Fall, 1990
Emmy-Lou comes to realize that "kissing is for everybody."
"Warmth, sensitivity and humor...." - Booklist

KATHARINE'S DOLL, (4-8),
Illustrated by Marylin Hafner
Dutton, 1983
Junior Literary Guild, 1983
British edition, 1988
Dutton paperback, 1991
Katharine and Molly argue over Charlotte, a new doll, but after some lonely hours, the girls decide that dolls can be best friends.
"Winthrop's ... innovative touch holds the reader's interest in the tense doings." - Publisher's Weekly

A CHILD IS BORN, The Christmas Story, (all ages)
Illustrated by Charles Mikolaycak,
Holiday House, 1983
A dignified retelling of the events of Christ's birth.
"A striking, elegant book that should provide a rich story experience for the Christmas season." - Booklist

TOUGH EDDIE, (4-8),
Illustrated by Lillian Hoban
Dutton, 1984
Junior Literary Guild, 1984
British edition, 1988
Eddie is afraid he will be teased for having a dollhouse until he realizes that he can share it and still be tough in the eyes of his friends.
"An endearing story with a subtle meaning that alert children won't miss." - Publishers Weekly

BELINDA'S HURRICANE, (7-11),
Illustrated by Wendy Watson
Dutton, 1984
Viking Penguin paperback, 1989
A serious storm turns Belinda's visit to her grandmother's into an adventure, and an important lesson in human nature.
"...a moving, delightful story..." - Booklist

HE IS RISEN, The Easter Story, (all ages)
Illustrated by Charles Mikolaycak,
Holiday House, 1985
An adaptation of the traditional story, simply and faithfully retold.

THE CASTLE IN THE ATTIC, (8-12),
Holiday House, 1985
Junior Literary Guild, 1985
Bantam Skylark edition, 1986
Irish Edition, 1992
Winner of the 1987 Dorothy Canfield Fisher Award and the 1989 California Young Reader Award
Unabridged Audio Book, Listening Library, 1996
(ALA Notable Recording)
An enthralling story of magic and adventure which weaves the everyday problems of growing up into the age-old battle between good and evil.
"An absorbing fantasy...suspense and colorful details make the story special." - Publishers Weekly

LIZZIE AND HAROLD, (4-8),
Illustrated by Martha Weston
Lothrop, Lee and Shepard, 1986
Weekly Reader Book Club Edition, 1986
Lizzie wants a best friend, but Harold won't do because he's a boy.
"A beautifully handled story ... an ideal book for story hours and picture book collections." - School Library Journal

SHOES, (3-6),
Illustrated by William Joyce
Harper and Row, 1986,
Junior Literary Guild, 1986
British Edition, March, 1987
Trophy Paperback, Spring, 1988
Big Book, Teacher's Edition, 1993
Board Book Edition, 1995
Audio Cassette Edition, 1996
"Preschool story hour groups will be clapping hands and checking out each other's footwear after hearing this rollicking paean to shoes." - Starred Review, School Library Journal

MAGGIE AND THE MONSTER, (3-6)
Illustrated by Tomie depaola,
Holiday House, 1987
Paperback Edition, Spring, 1988
British Edition, Spring, 1988
Maggie decides to confront the hairy-footed monster who visits her room every night.
"Winthrop's Maggie is a spunky and confident kid who'll surely inspire other youngsters to face their fears." - Publisher's Weekly

BEAR AND MRS. DUCK, (4-8),
Illustrated by Patience Brewster
Holiday House, September, 1988,
Book of the Month Club, 1989
Paperback Edition, 1990
When Nora must leave Bear with Mrs. Duck the baby-sitter for the afternoon, Bear learns that it can be fun to play with someone new.
"Ideal for children suffering from baby-sitter fears and enjoyable just as a warmly presented story." - Booklist

THE BEST FRIENDS CLUB, (4-8),
Illustrated by Martha Weston
A Lizzie and Harold Story,
Lothrop Lee and Shepard, Spring, 1989
Lizzie must learn how to share her new best friend with others.
"The story is well plotted and... makes a nice point about possessiveness." - Booklist

SLEDDING, (3-6),
Illustrated by Sarah Wilson
Harper and Row, 1989,
IBM Audio Edition, 1993
Whirl along with two young sledders as they bang and bump, slither and flop down a snowy hill.
"A short celebration in rhyme ... A welcome addition to the limited number of picture books with a winter theme." - School Library Journal

LUKE'S BULLY, (7-10),
Illustrated by Pat Grant Porter,
Viking\Penguin, Summer, 1990
Paperback Edition, 1992
Luke, tormented by Arthur the bully, makes a new friend when
"Engaging, readable encouragement to examine why people act as they do ...... .Booklist

VASILISSA THE BEAUTIFUL, (6-9)
A Russian Folk Tale,
Illustrated by Alexander Koshkin
HarperCollins,1991
Paperback Edition, 1994
"A Russian Cinderella," this is a story of adventure, magic, and one girl's triumph over evil
"Lively with entertaining incident." - The Kirkus Review

A VERY NOISY GIRL, (4-8),
Illustrated by Ellen Weiss
Holiday House, 1991
When Elizabeth's mother asks her to stop making so much noise, Elizabeth decides to teach her mother a lesson.
"...Preschoolers and their parents will identify with the characters and the situation." - School Library Journal

BEAR'S CHRISTMAS SURPRISE, (4-8)
Illustrated by Patience Brewster
Holiday House, 1991
British Edition, 1992
During a game of hide and seek with Mrs. Duck, Bear peeks in the Christmas closet.
"A loving and sensitive treatment of an often faced dilemma with a sweet holiday flavor." - Booklist

THE BATTLE FOR THE CASTLE, (ages 10 up)
Holiday House, 1993
Bantam Paperback, 1994
Unabridged Audio Book, Listening Library, 1997 (AlA Notable Recording)
As twelve year old William battles to save the castle, he discovers that there is more than one way to become a hero.
"a beautifully blended mixture of fantasy and adventure" - Booklist

ASLEEP IN A HEAP, (4-8),
Illustrated by Mary Morgan,
Holiday House, 1993
The story of a very awake little girl, and her very sleepy family's attempt to put her to bed.
"This bath-time hit radiates universal warmth." - Booklist

I'M THE BOSS, (4-8)
Illustrated by Mary Morgan,
Holiday House, 1993
Julia feels bossed around by everyone, so she searches for a way to be the boss herself.
"A winning story that can't miss with little ones." - Booklist

BEAR AND ROLY-POLY, (4-8)
Illustrated by Patience Brewster
Holiday House,1996
Book of the Month Club, 1996
Trumpet Book Club, 1997
When Nora brings a new baby sister home, Bear is in for a BIG surprise.
"Charming illustrations and believable characters make this ... story right on target." - School Library Journal

THE LITTLE HUMPBACKED HORSE,(6-9)
A Russian Tale
Illustrated by Alexander Koshkin
Clarion, 1997
In this classic Russian story, simple, happy-go-lucky Ivan is sent on many a perilous adventure until, with the help of a magical little horse, his kindness triumphs over greed.
"Listeners will revel in this story of a friendship." - Starred Review, School Library Journal

AS THE CROW FLIES, (5-9)
Illustrated by Joan Sandin
Clarion, 1998
Michael's dad lives seven states away and Michael misses him. But when his father comes to visit, Michael learns something new about his dad and himself.