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ABC for Me: ABC What Can He Be?
Boys can be anything they want to be, from A to Z
Series: ABC for Me
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See moreThe world is full of opportunities for young boys, and ABC What Can He Be? presents a wonderful world of them - from Astronaut to Zoo Veterinarian and everything in between.
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ABC What Can He Be? (ABC for Me) presents a wonderful world full of possibilities—from Astronaut to Zoo Veterinarian and everything in between. Whether they're fascinated by construction sites, fire trucks, teaching, dancing, music, books, or any other thing, boys can grow up to be whatever they want!
ABC What Can He Be? presents a whole alphabet full of exciting, thoughtful, and wonderful things boys can do, including environmental engineering, fashion design, carpentry, quantum physics, and yoga instruction. This book shows that there are no limits to what boys can pursue.
Talented illustrator Jessie Ford of Sugar Snap Studio pairs engaging, inspiring illustrations with 26 different career possibilities and empowering text, highlighting careers that are fun, challenging, and impactful. Young readers will learn their ABCs and discover a world of possibility open for their future through this fun family read.
With endearing illustrations and mindful concepts, the ABC for Me series pairs each letter of the alphabet with words that promote big dreams and healthy living.
Kirkus Reviews remarks: 'This positive compendium of possibilities should encourage children to embrace their paths, wherever they lead.'
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ABC for Me: ABC What Can He Be?
ABC What Can He Be? (ABC for Me) presents a wonderful world full of possibilities—from Astronaut to Zoo Veterinarian and everything in between. Whether they're fascinated by construction sites, fire trucks, teaching, dancing, music, books, or any other thing, boys can grow up to be whatever they want! ABC What Can He Be? presents a whole alphabet full of exciting,...Board bookSold Out -
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ABC for Me: ABC What Can We Be? Coloring Book
ABC What Can We Be? Coloring Book (ABC for Me) presents a wonderful world full of career possibilities to colour—from Astronomer to Zookeeper and everything in between! Whether they are fascinated by animals, trains, flowers, teaching, or any other thing, kids can grow up to be and do whatever they want! ABC What Can We Be? Coloring Book (ABC for...PaperbackSold Out
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ABC for Me: ABC What Can He Be? receives praise for its wide-ranging depiction of career possibilities for boys, encouraging children to follow diverse paths. Reviews highlight its positive approach, showcasing roles such as environmental engineering and yoga instruction, illustrating that boys can pursue any passion.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781633227248
Publisher: Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc
Format: Board book
Date Published: 03 September 2019
Country: United States
Imprint: Walter Foster Jr.
Illustration: 95 color illustrations
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 229.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 36
About the Author
Jessie Ford is an English illustrator whose colourful view of the world has been brightening peoples lives for the last decade. The graphic shapes and textured layers of Jessie's artwork culminate in a printed, hand-made effect. Her strong and confident use of colour has won her many fans. With a love of all things bright, bold, and graphic, Jessie's faux naive charm has been used extensively within the publishing world.
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