Guess How Much I Love You By Sam Mcbratney

Why Buy A Guess How Much I Love You By Sam Mcbratney?
Little Nutbrown Hare wants very much to impress Big Nutbrown Hare with the enormous scale of his devotion, but ends up being the one whos impressed. Subtitled a pop-up edition, this sturdy square edition of Sam McBratneys ever-popular Guess How Much I Love You is probably better described as a slide-along edition. Some pages do include pop-ups, but they arent the best ones; instead, most involve pull-tabs which animate the two rabbits and their surroundings. One of the most appealing scenes simply shows Little Nutbrown Hare hopping up and down. In a purely technical sense this exercise in interactive cardboard technology is well behind some of the competition, but the tale has a timeless charm and the very simplicity of the movements makes it easy for small fingers to waggle the tabs and take control of the story. (Ages 2 to 4) –Richard Farr

Customer Reviews & Opinions

Love this
This sweet little book is a wonderful way to tell a loved one how much u love and treasure them. One Christmas I got this one for my daughter when she was 24. She allowed her misty eyed mother to read it to her. I loved it.

epic children book
When I was a little boy, my mother read it often to me and at the end of it, I would fall asleep.

while growing up, i often still thought about it.

I just ordered it to write an essay about it (I’m a senior in highschool)

nice children’s book about the love between a parent and a child

A Tender Portrayal of Fatherly Love
A bedtime conversation between father and son, which echoes God’s eternal love for His children. As Big Nutbrown Hare prepares Little Nutbrown Hare for bed, Little Nutbrown Hare initiates a contest of one-upmanship, in which each comes up with similes to express their love for the other. Little Nutbrown Hare falls asleep believing he has won with “I love you as far as the moon!” but Big Nutbrown Hare gently cradles him and lays him down, whispering, “I love you as far as the moon… and back.”

This is a tender, beautiful conversation, illustrated in lively, pleasing pictures with plenty of movement and interest. Because the dialogue is often abstract, the 0-3 crowd may not understand or follow it, so I recommendthe paperback or hardback version rather than the board book.

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The Going To Bed Book (Boynton) By Sandra Boynton

Why Buy A The Going To Bed Book (Boynton) By Sandra Boynton?
For a little one who is reluctant to go to bed, sometimes a silly book is just the ticket. And when it comes to silly books, Sandra Boynton is the undisputed queen. In The Going to Bed Book, an ark full of animals watches the sun go down and then prepares for bed. They take a bath (in one big tub), find pajamas, brush their teeth, do exercises up on deck (imagine an elephant jumping rope, a moose lifting weights, and a pig doing handstands), and finally say good night. The moon is high. The sea is deep.
They rock
and rock
and rock
to sleep.
Boyntons inimitable animal characters have graced the pages of scads of picture books over the years. She has an extraordinary knack for knowing what appeals to small children: simple rhymes, goofy animals in goofy settings, and sweet, comforting stories. This book, along with her many other board-book titles (Moo, Baa, La La La!, But Not the Hippopotamus, and others) will surely remain a favorite. (Baby to preschool) –Emilie Coulter

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FAVORITE BOOK BY SANDRA BOYNTON
All of my kids love her books. We read them daily and own almost all of them. Our three and five year olds practice their ‘reading’ by reciting them over and over again to the baby. They are cute, happy and well done. As a parent, I never grow tired of reading them as with some other authors. Two thumbs up!

Almost perfect bedtime book
The rhythmic verse really helps lull my toddler to sleep, and I appreciate the way it winds down at the end. I do agree with other reviewers that the “exercise” bit is a misstep, but we get past it by explaining that people would never exercise in their jammies right before bed, just silly animals. We read this one and then “Time for Bed” by Mem Fox, and they’re a great one-two punch. If we need another zonker, we sing “Brown Bear, Brown Bear What Do You See?” and he’s usually out cold. We sometimes give those three books as part of a sleepytime-themed shower gift.

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The Very Hungry Caterpillar By Eric Carle

Why Buy A The Very Hungry Caterpillar By Eric Carle?
In the light of the moon a little egg lay on a leaf. So begins Eric Carles modern classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. More than 12 million copies of this book have been sold in its original, full-sized edition, and the beloved tale of science and gluttony has been translated into 20 languages. This five-by-four-inch miniature edition is truly tiny, with tiny type, but it is a nice size for small hands to hold and flip through the pictures. Despite its diminished state, the book is complete in every detail, following the ravenous caterpillars path as he eats his way through one apple (and the pages of the book itself) on Monday, two pears on Tuesday, three plums on Wednesday, and so on, through cherry pie and sausage–until he is really fat and has a stomachache. And no doubt you know what happens next! Kids love butterfly metamorphosis stories, and this popular favorite teaches counting and the days of the week, too. A fun gift package for caterpillar fans. (Baby to preschool) –Karin Snelson

Customer Reviews & Opinions

MY favorite book
I read this book when i was a child so it was a must have for my children. I love the illustration!

Teaches more than butterflies!
I read this book with my three year old daughter. We had conversations about the pictures, the counting, the days of the week and of course the metamorphosis of the caterpillar. She loves it and we have read it over and over and over again!

An old friend
(This review is Specific to the Hardcover Giant version priced around fifty dollars, but it will be grouped due to this sites issues with all Hungry reviews)

I just purchased the Giant Hardcover version of this excellent classic now in its 40th year. It came in a beautiful, beautiful big box with lovely thick glowing pages, a treasure for a classroom. (The only negative might be that I have to repeatedly do this from my own pocket with California continuing to disgrace public education in its lack of funding and the national sideshow to keep teacher’s pounded while they do exactly that, get what they need out of their teacher’s pocket, most often with no thanks. Or worse while treating them disrespectfully. However it’s just to be expected now I suppose.)

That said this is just beautiful.

It is a book about transformation. I am a 1st grade teacher delighted to be able to use it as I develop lessons for my class. What is happening, of course, is that they are taking the stories read to them not long ago and then reading them to one another and beginning their journey into literacy with books like this. It is, as Carle said in a tape I own of him discussing his book making, of his making, easing the journey from home to school, making it more comfortable and a better experience.

This story of the caterpillar munching away teaches on so many levels, formal and informal- from love of color, to fascination with the holes( the gimmick if you will), from the life cycle of this butterfly, to the days of the week, the idea of change…it’s rich with possibilities and spawned the idea for derivative books my class is making this week and many joyful moments acting out and reading the text.

Who might want such a big book?

It’s a great thing to donate to a primary teacher, I’d have loved it when my children were young, it might be a really exciting gift to a family with several youngsters 1 to 7 in age that might enjoy a really exciting special big gift, something that celebrates books, perhaps combined with a butterfly kite. That would be just a great combination if someone could afford it. You’d be giving something extraordinary. (And it could then one day rest with their children.)

Carle is among my favorite writers for younger children, and make no mistake, what appears simple and so easy is the product of someone that has done their personal work to a very high level. Distilled something to an essence. That this is 40 years old amazes me. It’s the year to say, “thank you Eric Carle” for a wonderful contribution to literacy.

Classic Children’s Book
This is a classic children’s book. My son loves it so much. The other day he had a tummy ache and asked me to bring him a green leaf

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The Tales of Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt

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…hauntingly retold folk tale about three trees that grow up to be Jesus manger, boat, and cross represents the best… — Christian Retailing, March 1991 –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Why Buy A The Tales of Three Trees by Angela Elwell Hunt?
Once upon a mountaintop, three little trees stood and dreamed of what they wanted to become when they grew up. Each of their dreams come true in an unexpected way in this lovely retelling of an old folk tale. This Lion classic, beloved by young and old, is now retold in simpler text for younger readers.

Customer Reviews & Opinions

Three Trees
WOW! What a wonderful book and the meaning was fantastic. We as a family really enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read it again and again. Its a great book.

Inspiring to all
This book is an amazing, spiritual story of how God’s plan is at work in all of our lives…

Beautiful book!
This is a beautiful book. The message is perfect to share, especially around the holidays.

Christian Classic
There is something absolutely timeless about this story–that is probably where the “traditional folktale” bit comes in. I’m not sure just how old the story itself is but I can see why it is still loved today. Ms. Hunt does an incredible job retelling this meaningful and beautiful story of a connection with Jesus Christ through sweet, emotional prose and fantastic pictures. Definitely a keeper.

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Fix It with Bob: The Very Busy Day (Bob the Builder) by Golden Books

Why Buy A Fix It with Bob: The Very Busy Day (Bob the Builder) by Golden Books?
The clock tower is broken, the windmill won’t spin, and Farmer Pickles’s barn has loose screws. Can you fix it? Yes, you can! This fun-filled board book, with an attached toy screwdriver, lets kids turn a movable screw on each page. With a click-click-click the screw turns and the work gets finished! Great work, team!

Customer Reviews & Opinions

A favorite
My 21-month-old son has enjoyed this book since he was over a year old (the plastic screwdriver might be a little sharp for a child under age 1). When he could not turn the screw with the screwdriver himself, he liked to hold the screwdriver and put it through the hole in the book as we read. Now that he’s a little older, he can turn the screw himself. As he gets even older, he will understand the story more and turn the screw at the appointed times in the story. I also like that the book comes with a storage slot for the screwdriver so it stays with the book.

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1, 2, 3 Count with Me (Sesame Street) by Naomi Kleinberg

Why Buy A 1, 2, 3 Count with Me (Sesame Street) by Naomi Kleinberg?
Elmo and Ernie count animals from 1 to 10. Starting with
1 elephant, 2 tigers, 3 penguins, and so on, the animals proceed across the pages and come together in a final spread crowded with a colorful cast of creatures–with plenty of fur and feathers for all!
This sturdy board book with a padded cover is the perfect small size for young children yet big enough to offer plenty of room on the pages for engaging texts and illustrations.

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My daughter loves this book
I bought this book for my 19-month old since she’s a fan of Elmo. Now, she can’t get enough of it. She wants to read it over and over again several times a day. She’s learning both her numbers and her animals. Next I need to get her the ABC book but I don’t know if she’ll put this one down.

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Catholic Babys First Bible by Regina Press

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Catholic Baby’s First Bible
Beautifully illustrated, short rhyming verses make this fun for reader as well as one being read to; also, includes special hints on gestures to use with child to help learn. I will be ordering this for all the little ones in the family.

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Harry the Dirty Dog Board Book by Gene Zion

Why Buy A Harry the Dirty Dog Board Book by Gene Zion?

Harry is a white dog with black spots who hates to take a bath.

One day he gets so dirty he has black fur with white spots!

Wheres Harry?

Customer Reviews & Opinions

love it!
This was one of my favorite books as a kid so I knew that I HAD to get it for my son, especially since he loves dogs too. This edition is so cute, and the board book makes it perfect for little hands that like to rip paper. I plan to get this for future kid gifts.

Yeay for Harry
My three children grew up with Harry - now my grandchildren are enjoying all of the books in the series. Simple stories are the best …

harry the dirty dog
This is a classic every child should have. I ordered two for my most recent born grandchildren.

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Peek-a-Baby: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Karen Katz

Why Buy A Peek-a-Baby: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Karen Katz?
Whos under the hat? Is that you? PEEK-A-BOO! I see you!This adorable book with fun, interactive flaps begs the youngest and eldest of readers to play along! The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps are perfect for parents and children to share.Look for other Karen Katz books at your favorite store!

Customer Reviews & Opinions

Fun book to share with your baby
I just love all the Karen Katz books; we have many in our home library that we have collected over the years. As another reviewer mentioned, the flaps do wear out over time, but what well-loved flap-book doesn’t?! I wanted a new one for our baby and found this cute Peek-a-Baby book–it’s precious and my little one already knows which way each flap moves. It is a favorite for her and we read it before each nap and bedtime. Babies just like looking at babies, and especially love peek-a-boo. The phrasing is a little awkward, I do change it somewhat to reflect the baby in the book vs the baby on my lap, but doesn’t take away from the fun of the book.

Baby loves it
I got this book when my baby was 6 months old, and she simply adores it. This is how we learned the peek-a-boo.

Peek a baby review
My 14 month old daughter adores the book! She loves all Karen Katz’s “lift the flap” books. It was a great buy!

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Where Are Babys Easter Eggs?: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Karen Katz

Why Buy A Where Are Babys Easter Eggs?: A Lift-the-Flap Book by Karen Katz?
Little ones will love lifting the large, sturdy flaps in this sweet, irresistible board book to find Babys Easter eggs. Where could they be? Children will discover sparkly foil objects under each of the 6, sturdy flaps until… they find Babys shimmery Easter eggs in an elaborate fold out finale complete with sparkly foil.

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A Fun Read
My year-old granddaughter enjoys reading this book. Each page is colorful and grabs a child’s attention. Even though she may not understand what it’s all about yet, she does like looking at the pictures.

Fun for everyone
We love all Karen Katz books! My daughter has me read them over and over, and even though she is almost 4, she still enjoys them. She also “reads” them to me, and she thinks it is hilarious when I pretend not to know what is behind all the flaps. We have a book for every occasion!

A must-have for children who like flap books!
Very nicely done - colorful pictures on each page. A wonderful book for the Easter or spring season.

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