How To Two

Name: How To Two
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780525427841
Price: 50.0 NZD
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By David Soman

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Summary

In How To Two by David Soman, a child's playtime journey starts with solo fun that organically turns into a lively group activity as more children join in. The book beautifully illustrates how simple activities can bring friends together, emphasising the joys of inclusion and collaboration through playful, vibrant illustrations. It's a delightful exploration of counting, sharing, and the joy of playing with others.
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Format: Hardback

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This delightful children's book may appeal to you if you enjoy stories that celebrate friendship and the joy of playing together. With its engaging illustrations and playful narrative, it beautifully captures the essence of inclusivity as a simple trip to the park turns into a fun adventure shared by an ever-growing group of friends. Perfect for young readers who love tales about making connections and the excitement of group play.

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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.

Description

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

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

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

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Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational David Soman Penguin Books

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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