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The Odyssey
A BabyLit® Monsters Primer
Series: BabyLit Classics
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Ideal for parents wanting to introduce classic literature to toddlers through engaging, age-appropriate visuals and text. Perfect for nursery libraries and early learning.
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BabyLit® is a fashionable way to introduce your toddler to the world of classic literature, and little ones will love The Odyssey: A BabyLit® Monsters Primer.
Monsters don’t have to be scary; meet ten monsters from Odysseus’ epic journey home, illustrated in funny, friendly ways. Featuring moaning, groaning ghosts; a silly Cyclops; goofy lotus eaters; and two colorful sea monsters.
With clever, simple text by Jennifer Adams, paired with stylish design and illustrations by Sugar’s Alison Oliver, these books are a must for every savvy parent’s nursery library. Collect all twenty-four classic literature-inspired BabyLit® primers!
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"The classic epic is told as a counting book with monsters, making it a fun and accessible introduction for babies. A delightful story to read repeatedly that lays a foundation for Homer’s tale." -- Amber Guetebier, TinyBeans
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781423641780
Publisher: Gibbs M. Smith Inc
Format: Board book
Date Published: 13 September 2016
Country: United States
Imprint: Gibbs M. Smith Inc
Illustration: 4-color illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Alison Oliver
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 175.0mm
Height: 175.0mm
Weight: 272g
Pages: 22
About the Author
JENNIFER ADAMS is the author of more than 30 books, including board books in the best-selling BabyLit series which introduce young children to the world of classic literature. Jennifer works as a writer and editor in Salt Lake City, Utah. Visit her website at jennifer-adams.com.
Allison Oliver runs Sugar design studio. Alison’s design portfolio includes everything from logos to packaging and product design for clients such as Chronicle Books, Citibabes, and Aerie, as well as Gibbs Smith. She lives in New York.
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