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With thick pages cut into the shape of each letter, children and parents will enjoy this peek-through guessing game around the letterform itself. Sprinkles, hot fudge, and cherries hint at I’s ice cream sundae, while aquarium accessories hint at F’s fish. As readers interact with the pages, they will familiarize themselves not only with the 26 letters and associated words, but also with each letter’s physicality—angles, holes, and curves, both front and back. With Peskimo’s animated, stylish visuals, this fresh ABC book encourages readers to manipulate the alphabet in a whole new way. Note: illustrations have a retro feel, with imperfect variations in color and texture. Also available: A BOX OF BLOCKS, featuring Alphablock, Countablock, and Dinoblock.Praise for AlphablockSTARRED REVIEW "All the parts together make an appealing and fun way for youngsters to interact with the alphabet, and for slightly older children to enjoy the clever artwork." —School Library Journal, starred review "The straightforward vocabulary, cheery vintage-style graphics, and neat incorporation of cut-out letters make for a sharply designed package." —Publishers Weekly "With a pleasing, retro feel, Peskimo’s art uses bold colors in a slightly muted hue and the weathered look of woodblock prints… A visually captivating delight for careful little ones." —Kirkus Reviews "While it’s graphically sophisticated enough to please adults, little children can happily flip through this book on their own." —The New York Times "The baby, toddler or nursery-schooler who tears the gift wrapping off Christopher Franceschelli's Alphablock may think that she has just opened a toy, for how lively and tactile the thing in her hands will be." —The Wall Street JournalAwardsParents 10 Best Children’s Books of 2013 Notable Children's Books from ALSC 2014

Following on the heels of the successful alphabetic phenomenon, Countablock features thick pages cut into the shape of each number, creating a sort of peek-through guessing game around the number form itself. One egg becomes...one chick! From snowmen to puddles and acorns to oaks, 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. Illustrated by hip British design team Peskimo, this fresh take on the 1-2-3s encourages readers to manipulate numbers in a whole new way.

Following in the footsteps of the successful alphabetic and numeric phenomena Alphablock and Countablock, Dinoblock features thick >pages cut into the shape of dinosaurs! Readers will be introduced to 24 different kinds of dinosaurs via die-cuts of their unique silhouettes and illustrated factual environments, creating a sort of peek-through guessing game around the dinosaur form itself. As children interact with the pages, they will immerse themselves not only in the interesting facts about each dinosaur and its environment, but also in the physicality of each dinosaur's shape.Illustrated by hip British design team Peskimo, this fresh take on dinosaurs encourages readers to interact with these prehistoric favourites in a whole new way.

Cityblock explores city life in an exciting and unique way, from up in a high-rise building to down in the subway. Divided into three sections—things that go, things to see and things to eat—it features 24 different aspects of city living. As with the other acclaimed books in the series, die-cut icons hint at the larger context on the next spread. Each section opens with a full city scene but gradually focuses in on the small, unique neighbourhoods that make the city large and grand.This clever book will attract young readers living in a metropolis as well as in the countryside with urban life that pops off each page.

In this companion to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, and Cityblock, readers are introduced to more than 24 construction machines. As in the previous books, Buildablock features die-cut shapes on every other spread and the charming art of British design team Peskimo. Alphablock was chosen one of Parents magazine’s 10 Best Children’s Books of 2013 and one of ALSC’s Notable Children’s Books of 2014.

Learn how animals around the world show their love in this interactive board book  Love is strong.You have my back and I’ll always have yours.From swans to sloths, from elephants to kangaroos, animals show their love in so many ways! This interactive board book, with its chunky, die-cut pages and surprise-filled gatefolds, is the perfect gift for anyone you love.

Explore life on a farm in this addition to the bestselling Block Book series!It’s time to plant some crops, harvest the veggies, and make jam to take to the farmer’s market! In this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, and Marvel Alphablock, readers are introduced to what life is like on the farm. Like the previous titles, Farmblockexplores a concept—in this case, seasons. From a rooster crowing at thecrack of dawn to picking pumpkins for Halloween, there is so much to doall year-round! In keeping with the rest of the series, Farmblock features die-cut pages, gatefolds, and the charming art of British design team Peskimo.

Learn about different shark species and habitats in this fin-tastic addition to the bestselling Block book seriesIn this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, Farmblock, and Loveblock, readers will learn all about shark species, habitats, diets, and more. In keeping with the rest of the series, Sharkblock features die-cut pages, gatefolds, and the charming art of British design team Peskimo. Among the sharks featured are great whites, Greenland sharks, nurse sharks, reef sharks, sand tiger sharks, catsharks, mako sharks, whale sharks, and even the gigantic extinct megalodon!

Learn all about space in this out-of-this-world addition to the bestselling Block Book series!3 . . . 2 . . . 1 . . . Blast off! In this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, Farmblock, Loveblock, and Sharkblock, readers will experience the historic moon landing, learn about what modern astronauts do in space, read about the recent landing of Mars rover Perseverance, and more. In keeping with the rest of the series, Spaceblock features the charming art of British design team Peski Studio, die-cut pages, and ten impressive gatefolds, including one that unfolds to 30 inches wide to showcase all the planets in our solar system!

Learn all about insects in this buzz-worthy addition to the bestselling Abrams Block Book seriesIn this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, Farmblock, Loveblock, Sharkblock, and Spaceblock, readers will learn about all the things that make bugs incredible—from spider crickets that can jump 60 times their own length to Chinese stick insects that can grow to be over two feet long to caterpillars that transform into stunning butterflies. In keeping with the rest of the series, Bugblock features the charming art of British design team Peski Studio, pages with die-cuts readers can peek through, and special flaps that unfold to reveal hidden details.

Get into gear and learn all about vehicles that go, go, go in Go!Block from the bestselling Abrams Block Book series!Like other books in the hugely popular Block Book series, Go!Block features die-cut shapes on every spread and has durable, interactive gatefolds, perfect for curious hands.In this small but sturdy block-shaped board book, young readers are introduced to an incredible array of vehicles big and small. From airplanes, buses, and cars to subways, rail trains, and unicycles, follow our protagonists as they travel using human-powered and motor-powered vehicles alike to get to their destination: a hot air balloon ride that overlooks a constantly in-motion town!Illustrated in Peski Studio’s bright, graphic style, this is a must-have book for transportation enthusiasts everywhere.Collect the whole series:Alphablock * Countablock * Dinoblock * Cityblock * Buildablock * Farmblock * Loveblock * Sharkblock * Spaceblock * BugblockAlso available: A Box of Blocks, featuring Alphablock, Countablock, and Dinoblock.

Stretch your wings—and your knowledge—with this bird-themed addition to the bestselling Abrams Block Book seriesFrom the tiny bee hummingbird to the giant condor and every-wing in between, no fowl is left behind in this fabulous addition to the acclaimed Abrams Block Book series! In this small but sturdy block-shaped board book, young readers are introduced to an incredible array of birds.Follow our young protagonists and their avian-expert grandfather as they explore what makes birds amazing—from the nests of bald eagles to the swift running speed of an ostrich.Around 96 million people in the United States—more than a third of the population—are avid birdwatchers. This book will be a hit with the youngest readers who have jumped on the birding bandwagon. Like other books in the Block Book series, Birdblock features die-cut pages to peek through as well as durable, interactive gatefolds perfect for curious hands. Illustrated in Peski Studio’s bright, graphic style, this is a must-have book for bird enthusiasts of all ages.Collect the whole series:AlphablockCountablockDinoblockCityblockBuildablockFarmblockLoveblockSharkblockSpaceblockBugblockGo Block

Discover egg-cellent Easter surprises in this board book adventure with die-cut pages to peek through and gatefolds to open.In this interactive Easter story, two children follow a mysterious rabbit through a farmyard, across a meadow, and down a winding staircase to find a workshop filled with woodland creatures harvesting jellybeans and decorating eggs in preparation for Easter.Young readers will delight in the clever peek-through pages and the dramatic quadruple gatefold at the end that folds out into a wildly colorful Easter egg hunt with 100 eggs to find!From Christopher Franceschelli, creator of the Abrams Block Book series, the Abrams Trail Tale series takes readers on unforgettable holiday-themed adventures, with fun, vibrant illustrations.Enjoy the Abrams Trail Tale series:BunnyTale – A springtime adventure with bunnies preparing for a joyful Easter celebrationEidTale – A joyful celebration of Eid al-Fitr in a vibrant neighborhoodLunarTale – A colorful exploration of Lunar New Year traditionsMerryTale – A festive journey to Santa’s workshop for Christmas cheerSesame Street SpookyTale – A Halloween-themed visit to Count’s castle with beloved Sesame Street charactersSpookyTale – A Halloween adventure through haunted woods and a spooky house

Learning the alphabet is as easy as A, B, C in this chunky, oversized deluxe edition of Alphablock from Abrams’ bestselling Block Book series!With thick pages cut into the shape of each letter, children and parents will enjoy this peek-through guessing game around the letterform itself. This deluxe, jumbo-sized edition features die-cuts on every page and a larger trim size, perfect for classrooms and playrooms.Sprinkles, hot fudge, and cherries hint at I’s ice cream sundae, while aquarium accessories hint at F’s fish. As readers interact with the pages, they will familiarize themselves not only with the 26 letters and associated words, but also with each letter’s physicality—angles, holes, and curves, both front and back.Illustrated in Peski Studio’s bright, graphic style, Alphablock encourages the smallest readers to manipulate the alphabet in a whole new way and is a must-have ABC book.

Learn all about puppies in this adorably paw-fect addition to the bestselling Abrams Block Book seriesFrom a tiny chihuahua to the gigantic Great Dane, no pup is left behind in this fabulous addition to the acclaimed Abrams Block Book series!In this small but sturdy block-shaped board book, young readers are introduced to an incredible array of pups, learn all about their talented noses (100,000 times more sensitive than ours!), and discover the many ways they bond with their human companions. Follow our young protagonists and their grandfather as they search for the perfect furry addition to their family!Like other books in the Block Book series, Puppyblock features die-cut pages to peek through, as well as durable, interactive gatefolds perfect for curious hands. Illustrated in Peski Studio’s bright, graphic style, this is a must-have book for dog lovers of all ages.