Synopses & Reviews
Following on the heels of a successful abecedary,
Countablock features thick pages cut into the shape of each numeral, creating a peek-through guessing game around the number form itself. One acorn becomes . . . one oak tree! From snowmen to puddles and eggs to chicks, quantities are illustrated twice: both before and after their andldquo;transformations.andrdquo; As children interact with the pages, they will familiarize themselves not only with the numbers 1andndash;100 and associated quantities, but with each numeralandrsquo;s physicalityandmdash;angles, holes, and curves, both front and back. Die-cut numerals include 1andndash;10, and 20andndash;100 by tens. Illustrated by hip British design team Peskimo, this fresh take on the 1-2-3s encourages readers to manipulate numbers in a whole new way.
Note: illustrations are in the style of vintage screen prints, with imperfect variations in color and texture.
Award:
NAPPA Silver Award Winner
Review
andquot;Stylish silkscreenlike illustrations and opportunities for both counting and guessing what happens next should keep copies of this chunky book well-loved.andquot;
Review
andquot;A terrific companion to Alphablock that counts from one to 10, and up by 10s to 100, using cause and effect.andquot;
andquot;More please!andquot;
Review
andquot;The clever, nostalgic art is reminiscent of Sara Gillinghamandrsquo;s work in Stephen Krenskyandrsquo;s I Know a Lot, and the title provides an unusual exploration of concepts appropriate for many age levels.andquot;
Review
andquot;The age-appropriate new vocabulary and the clever design will prompt hours of study by aspiring paleontologists; the sturdy construction ensures the book will survive them.andquot;
Synopsis
"Will prompt hours of study by aspiring paleontologists." ―Kirkus Reviews "The clues and die-cut dino reveals make for a fun, informative read." ―Booklist Explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs in this fun addition to the acclaimed Abrams Block Book series
"I stretch high like the ladder on a fire truck. I am a Brachiosaurus." Using comparisons to familiar objects in a young child's life, this is a unique and exciting new way to learn about dinosaurs From the incredibly heavy Argentinosaurus to the goose-necked Coelophysis to the super-quick Eoraptor to everyone's favorite T. rex, Dinoblock features denizens from the Jurassic, Triassic, and Cretaceous periods. And don't worry--there is a pronunciation guide to help children AND adults say those long, scientific names.
Like other books in the Block Book series such as Alphablock, Cityblock, Countablock, and Buildablock, Dinoblock features die-cut shapes on every spread and has durable, interactive pages that fold out, perfect for little hands. A grand finale spread unfolds to nearly 21 inches wide, revealing a wonderful round-up of all the dinosaurs mentioned. With bright, animated, retro-inspired artwork by Peski Studio, this is a must-have book for the young paleontologist in your family.
Collect the whole series:
Alphablock
Countablock
Dinoblock
Cityblock
Buildablock
Star Wars Block
Marvel Alphablock
Farmblock
Disney Block
Loveblock
Sharkblock
Sesame Street Countablock
Spaceblock
Pixar Buddy Block
Bugblock
Also available: A BOX OF BLOCKS, featuring Alphablock, Countablock, and Dinoblock.
Synopsis
Explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs in Dinoblock, a fun addition to the acclaimed Abrams Block Book series "Will prompt hours of study by aspiring paleontologists." ―Kirkus Reviews
"The clues and die-cut dino reveals make for a fun, informative read." ―Booklist
"I stretch high like the ladder on a fire truck. I am a Brachiosaurus." Using comparisons to familiar objects in a young child's life, this is a unique and exciting new way to learn about dinosaurs From the incredibly heavy Argentinosaurus to the goose-necked Coelophysis to the super-quick Eoraptor to everyone's favorite T. rex, Dinoblock features denizens from the Jurassic, Triassic, and Cretaceous periods. And don't worry--there is a pronunciation guide to help children AND adults say those long, scientific names.
Like other books in the Block Book series, Dinoblock features die-cut shapes on every spread and has durable, interactive pages that fold out, perfect for little hands. A grand finale spread unfolds to nearly 21 inches wide, revealing a wonderful round-up of all the dinosaurs mentioned. With bright, animated, retro-inspired artwork by Peski Studio, this is a must-have book for the young paleontologist in your family.
Collect the whole series:
Alphablock
Countablock
Dinoblock
Cityblock
Buildablock
Star Wars Block
Marvel Alphablock
Farmblock
Disney Block
Loveblock
Sharkblock
Sesame Street Countablock
Spaceblock
Pixar Buddy Block
Bugblock
Also available: A Box of Blocks, featuring Alphablock, Countablock, and Dinoblock.
Synopsis
Following in the footsteps of the groundbreaking Alphablock and Countablock, Dinoblock features thick pages cut into the shapes of dinosaurs! Readers will be introduced to more than 20 different kinds of dinos via die-cuts of their unique silhouettes and the illuminating comparisons to familiar things from a young childandrsquo;s world. I stretch high like the ladder on a fire truck. I am a Brachiosaurus. As children touch the pages, they have a chance to guess the dinosaur and appreciate the uniqueness of its silhouette. A final gatefold delivers a roundup of all the dinos included. This hands-on approach, delivered in colorful pages by hip British design team Peskimo, makes for an immersive, age-appropriate introduction to a favorite topic of childhood.
About the Author
Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of childrenandrsquo;s books. He currently runs Chronicleandrsquo;s Handprint imprint and the SmartInk packaging company. A born and raised New Yorker, Franceschelli lives with his family in Brooklyn. Peskimo is a husband-and-wife illustration and design team. They live in Bristol, England.