Countablock (An Abrams Block Book)

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Countablock by Peskimo and Christopher Franceschelli is a delightful children's book that uses innovative block illustrations to teach numbers and counting. It cleverly combines vivid imagery and themed cut-outs to guide young readers through counting from one to a hundred, making learning both engaging and fun for children. Through its colourful and interactive design, it captivates the imaginations of young learners.
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This book may appeal to you if you have a curious child who loves learning numbers in a fun and engaging way with vibrant illustrations and clever cutouts. It's a delightful choice for young readers eager to explore counting concepts visually and interactively.

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Countablock (An Abrams Block Book)

A companion to the popular Alphablock, a beautifully unique way to experience counting - with pages shaped as each number form.

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Following on the heels of a successful abecedary, Countablock features thick pages cut into the shape of each numeral, creating a peek-through guessing game around the number form itself.

One acorn becomes... one oak tree! From snowmen to puddles and eggs to chicks, quantities are illustrated twice: both before and after their "transformations."

As children interact with the pages, they will familiarise themselves not only with the numbers 1-100 and associated quantities, but with each numeral's physicality—angles, holes, and curves, both front and back. Die-cut numerals include 1-10, and 20-100 by tens.

Illustrated by the hip British design team Peskimo, this fresh take on the 1-2-3s encourages readers to manipulate numbers in a whole new way.

Note: Illustrations are in the style of vintage screen prints, with imperfect variations in colour and texture.

Award:
NAPPA Silver Award Winner

Series: An Abrams Block Book

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Countablock is praised for its vibrant silkscreen-like illustrations and interactive nature, encouraging both counting and prediction. It's hailed as an excellent follow-up to Alphablock, creatively exploring numbers up to 100. The artwork is nostalgically clever, offering a unique conceptual journey suitable for various age groups.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419713743

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Board book

Date Published: 05 August 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Appleseed

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 55.0mm

Width: 141.0mm

Height: 166.0mm

Weight: 630g

Pages: 94

About the Author

Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of children’s books. He currently runs Chronicle’s Handprint imprint and the SmartInk packaging company. A born-and-raised New Yorker, Franceschelli lives with his family in Brooklyn. His books include the Hello City! Series and the Abrams Trail Tale series.

David Partington is an illustrator based in Bristol, UK. His influences range from mid-century design to Saturday morning cartoons. As part of Peski Studio (formerly Peskimo) he enjoys screen printing, a process which often informs his approach to illustration. David’s work can be seen in kids’ books, food packaging, and jumbo floor puzzles around the world. He especially enjoys creating characters, drawing friendly robots, and sending them on incredible adventures. His books include the Abrams Block Book series and the Hello Dinosaur series.

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