Synopses & Reviews
Trying something new is never easy. Like walking, for instance. But aren't you sick of sitting on your bottom day in and day out? Hasn't lying around all the time become a little bit boring? This handy guide, both practical and inspirational, is here to help. With useful tips, common pitfalls, and Marla Frazee's adorable illustrations, this book is perfect for anyone from a baby to a graduate to a grown-up who's about to take a scary first step.
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"We cheer along with this kid striding exuberantly off the final page." Children's Literature
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"Frazee's saucy invitation to all generations to 'walk on' has just enough kick and sass to incite action in babies (and grown-ups) everywhere." Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
The essential guide for babies ready to take those crucial first steps!
Synopsis
Understanding baby-talk becomes a fun game in this adorable and funny picture book for families.
When baby says "bah!" the rest of the family scrambles to bring him balls and books and bows and bottles, sheep and baby dolls and blankets and even a brother! But it turns out that all along, the baby was just trying to say "bye-bye."
A perect gift for baby showers, new parents, and new siblings.
About the Author
Trying something new is never easy. Like walking, for instance. But aren't you sick of sitting on your bottom day in and day out? Hasn't lying around all the time become a little bit boring? This handy guide, both practical and inspirational, is here to help. With useful tips, common pitfalls, and Marla Frazee's adorable illustrations, this book is perfect for anyone--from a baby to a graduate to a grown-up--who's about to take a scary first step.
The essential guide for babies ready to take those crucial first steps!
*"Frazees saucy invitation to all generations to walk on has just enough kick and sass to incite action in babies (and grown-ups) everywhere.""Walk On! illustrates the world from the perspective of a not-yet walking baby.andnbsp; Chairs loom impossibly tall.andnbsp; The living room is a yellow haze punctuated by items of importance in full color:andnbsp;ball, block, rattle.andnbsp; But the witty teachers voice Frazee adopts here makes the process of learning to walk into somethingmore... In the end, Walk On! seems to be less about the babys view than about providing life lessons for people reaching other milestones, on the order of Dr. Seuss "Oh the Places Youll Go!andnbsp; Those readers should love it..."andnbsp; --New York Times Book Review(August 13, 2006)MARLA FRAZEE has illustrated many beloved picture books, includingEverywhere Babiesby Susan Meyers andHarriet, You'll Drive Me Wild!by Mem Fox, as well as her ownSanta Claus the World's Number One Toy ExpertandRoller Coaster.She lives in Pasadena, California.