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A Little Book About Play
Series: A Little Book
Brief Description
An accessible and empowering introduction to play, designed and illustrated to inspire the youngest generation of readers. An accessible, early introduction to play. Play is so much more than toys and hide and seek! It's about expressing who you are, connecting to those you love, and...
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Description
An accessible and empowering introduction to play, designed and illustrated to inspire the youngest generation of readers.
An accessible, early introduction to play.
Play is so much more than toys and hide and seek! It's about expressing who you are, connecting to those you love, and embracing the feeling of pure joy.
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241743591
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Format: Board book
Date Published: 10 April 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: DK Children
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 15.0mm
Width: 144.0mm
Height: 144.0mm
Weight: 177g
Pages: 24
About the Author
Suzy Ultman (she/her) is an illustrator, product designer, toy creator, and bookmaker of sophisticated objects that inspire and delight young and old alike. Suzy's signature products celebrate creativity, connection, and community in the world around us.
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