Copyright Date:
2024
Edition Date:
2024
Release Date:
03/12/24
Pages:
1 volume (unpaged)
ISBN:
1-7972-1710-0
ISBN 13:
978-1-7972-1710-9
Dewey:
428.1
LCCN:
2022036798
Dimensions:
28 cm
Language:
English
Reviews:
Publishers Weekly
Gomi (The Crocodile and the Dentist) illustrates this wide-ranging compendium of words and phrases with his signature cartoons, here generally rendered as thumbnail-like drawings. The book’s first section, naming words, details the way that a concept (“flowers”) can also reference a specific thing (“lily”), and notes how a signifier can connote different ideas in different contexts: “A fishmonger calls a fish a product to be sold. A chef calls a fish an ingredient to be cooked.” Other verbiage noted includes things that fly; colors, numbers, and shapes; and “things you can’t see” (various expressions flit across children’s faces: “wind” tosses a child’s hair; “odor” provokes a wide-eyed stare). The title’s second section, conversational language, includes words of greeting and appreciation (“Thank you for your patience”) and many more. An unattributed translation has some stiff moments (fish defined repetitiously for English audiences as both “a dish” and “food”), and a page involving exaggeratedly expressive people dressed in skins naming an elephant “to feel safe” leans more philosophical than categorical. Gomi nevertheless provides a playful nuts-and-bolts look at language as the basis of not just words but ideas. Characters are portrayed with various skin tones. Ages 3–5. (Mar.)
Learning new words and phrases has never been so fun—and funny!
Taro Gomi introduces toddlers to first words in unforgettable ways: From flowers to a face, to greetings and games, this one-of-a-kind collection not only provides first-word basics but a fresh and fun-filled approach all while letting the youngest of readers “travel” to Japan through its pages. At once a first word and phrases primer and an introduction to new people and places, this content-rich collection will be treasured by kids and caregivers alike.
A STAND-OUT GIFT: Just right for birthdays, baby showers, and any giving occasion! A one-of-a-kind art style and unique take on a first-words book for toddlers and babies make this collection a must-have as well as a treasured keepsake.
TARO IS THE BEST TEACHER: From Everyone Poops to I Know Numbers!, kids love learning from Taro Gomi! With quirky and expressive illustrations paired with first words and phrases, young children will build their vocabulary while learning about the exciting world around them.
PACKED WITH HUMOR: With Taro Gomi's attention to detail, each page captures countless laugh-out-loud moments sure to make this book a fan favorite.
FOCUS ON FIRST WORDS AND FEELINGS: This book is a powerful and important springboard, modeling first words and providing important social-emotional learning by allowing kids to talk about their emotions and inner life.
Perfect for:
- Fans of Taro Gomi's Everyone Poops and other bestselling children's books
- Gift givers seeking a book for babies and toddlers who are starting to learn new words
- Teachers and librarians looking for fun, engaging books that teach children a wide variety of words
- Readers of Richard Scarry books, First 100 Words, and other popular alphabet and early learning books for kids
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