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How To Two
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See moreSo much more than a counting book, this heartfelt and timeless story is about inclusivity and the joys of making new friends, from the co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series.
So much more than a counting book, this heartfelt and timeless story is about inclusivity and the joys of making new friends, from the co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series.
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From the co-creator of the New York Times bestselling Ladybug Girl series comes a joyful counting book about inclusivity, play, and the thrill of making new friends—from one to ten and back again.
A quiet day at the playground turns into a boisterous park-wide adventure as one boy on the slide becomes two kids on the see-saw, then three jumping rope. Before long, ten new friends are playing like they've known one another forever.
With its deceptively simple text and a rich visual narrative, How to Two is a playful counting and reverse-counting concept book as well as an exuberant celebration of inclusive play, friendship, and community.
"No two ways about it—this one is a delight." —Kirkus
"A joyous celebration of play...Seamless...Diverse." —The Horn Book (starred review)
"Inviting and welcoming." —BCCB (starred review)
"Dynamic." —Booklist
"Exciting." —Publishers Weekly
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How To Two by David Soman has been commended for its dynamic illustrations and emphasis on inclusivity and diversity. Critics appreciate the book's approach to counting while celebrating play, encouraging children to view the story as both a learning opportunity and a joyful experience. Reviewers highlight the representation of diverse family structures and the engaging narrative that both children and adults can enjoy.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780525427841
Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 19 March 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Dial Books for Young Readers,US
Illustration: FULL-COLOR ILLUST
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 265.0mm
Height: 262.0mm
Weight: 517g
Pages: 40
About the Author
David Somanhails from a family of artists, and has been drawing since he could walk (over to the kitchen walls to draw on them).He is theNew York Timesbestselling co-creator oftheLadybug Girl serieswith his wife Jacky Davis, as well as author and illustrator ofThree Bears in a BoatandThe Monster Next Door. David, Jacky, their children, and a big furry doglive in New York's Hudson Valley. When not working on picture books,shoveling snow, or chopping firewood, Davidis an instructor at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.
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