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Happy Little Yellow Box: A Pop-Up Book of Opposites

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Happy Little Yellow Box: A Pop-Up Book of Opposites by David A. Carter is a delightful children's book that introduces the concept of opposites through engaging pop-up illustrations. Children follow a cheerful yellow box on an interactive journey, experiencing various opposites in a whimsical and playful setting. It's a fun and educational tool designed to capture young readers' imaginations.
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Format: Paperback / softback
$4300

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This delightful pop-up book is sure to engage young readers as it introduces them to the concept of opposites through playful and interactive elements. If you enjoy books that combine vibrant illustrations with clever paper engineering, this whimsical and educational journey might capture your child's imagination and sense of wonder.

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David A. Carter brings the unique aesthetic of his award-winning colour series to the younger set in The Happy Little Yellow Box.

This highly interactive novelty book follows a friendly yellow box as he journeys high and low, near and far—until finally resting in a spot that is "just right." This fun, engaging read introduces the first concepts of colours, counting, shapes, and opposites through the use of pop-ups, pull-tabs, and more!

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Happy Little Yellow Box: A Pop-Up Book of Opposites by David A. Carter is praised for its engaging exploration of opposites through clever pop-ups and illustrations. The book features a yellow box that takes on various roles, providing children an interactive learning experience. The charming concept and lively design make it appealing and enjoyable for young readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781416940968

Publisher: Simon & Schuster

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 July 2012

Country: United States

Imprint: Little Simon

Illustration: Illustrations, color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 185.0mm

Weight: 365g

Pages: 18

Collections

Carter Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational

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David A. Carter is a master paper engineer and creator of How Many Bugs in a Box? and more books in that series, which has sold more than six million copies. He is also the author and illustrator of the critically acclaimed One Red Dot, among others. Carter lives in Auburn, California, with his family.

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