Flotsam by David Weisner - stunning engaging artwork and thought provoking
http://www.amazon.com/Flotsam-Caldecott-Medal-David-Wiesner/dp/0618194576/ref=pd_sim_b_5

The Brave Little Tailor by Dugin and Dugina
For a children's book the artwork is so detailed and captivating - I had to put this book on a high shelf to protect it, which isn't the idea I know, but if you get a copy you'll see why
http://www.amazon.com/Brave-Little-...mp;s=books&qid=1243920903&sr=1-3

Rumplestiltskin by Zelinsky
Again stunning, captivating artwork with a captivating classic story
http://www.amazon.com/Rumpelstiltskin-Brothers-Grimm/dp/0140558640/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_b