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The bestselling high-contrast books for babies!What's going on, zebra? Quack quack, baby duck. Hola, baby owl!When babies are first born, they can’t distinguish between colors the same way that older babies can. But studies show that babies can see high-contrast black-and-white shapes and patterns from the very first days of life, and this charming introduction to simple objects found around a baby’s world, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.Using simple greetings like “Hello, baby bunny” and “What's going on, zebra?"" alongside lovely black-and-white art by Julissa Mora, Hello, Baby Animals is the perfect board book for babies just beginning to look around and learn about the world.Printed on sturdy board using nontoxic soy-based inksGreat quality and baby safeReal board books, perfect for little handsRound corners for extra safetyA great baby shower giftAlso available: Hello, My World; Hello, Ocean Friends; Baby Loves Sports; Hello, Garden Bugs; Booook! A Spooky High-Contrast Book; Hello, Bedtime; Holly Jolly! A High-Contrast Christmas Book; and Hello Night, Hello Day

The bestselling high-contrast books for babies!Hello, friendly reindeer. Looking jolly, Santa. Hola, Christmas tree. Happy holidays to all...When babies are first born, they can’t distinguish between colors the same way that older babies can. But studies show that babies can see high-contrast black-and-white shapes and patterns from the very first days of life, and this charming introduction to Christmas and the holiday season, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes. Using simple greetings like, “What's going on, Christmas elf?,” “Looking jolly, Santa,” and “Ni hao, bright star,” alongside lovely black-and-white art by Jannie Ho (illustrator of Hello, My World), Holly Jolly! A High-Contrast Christmas Book is the perfect board book for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Printed on sturdy board using nontoxic soy-based inksGreat quality and baby safeReal board books, perfect for little handsRound corners for extra safetyA great baby shower or Christmas giftAlso available: Hello, Baby Animals; Hello, Ocean Friends; Baby Loves Sports; Hello, Garden Bugs; Hello, My World; Booook! A Spooky High-Contrast Book; Hello, Bedtime; Holly Jolly! A High-Contrast Christmas Book; and Hello Night, Hello Day

Hi, baby elephant! Hello, duckling. Baby Animals: A High-Contrast Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book for Babies, a new format in our High-Contrast series with millions of copies sold, is the perfect book for little ones just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Babies love soft, crinkly fabric because it stimulates their senses through touch, sound, and texture—encouraging exploration and supporting early development in a fun, engaging way. Made from gentle, squeezable material, this book invites little hands to grab, crinkle, and discover.Designed with bold, high-contrast black-and-white patterns, the pages help support developing eyesight. These simple visuals make it easier for newborns to focus, track shapes, and begin making sense of the world around them.The attached loop is perfect for snapping the book onto strollers or diaper bags, making it easy to bring along for on-the-go fun. Whether at home or out and about, this soft stroller book keeps babies entertained—no dropped books, no fuss.Also available:Baby’s World: A High-Contrast Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book for Babies

Hi, teddy bear! Hello, flowers. Baby’s World: A High-Contrast Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book for Babies, a new format in our High-Contrast series with millions of copies sold, is the perfect book for little ones just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Babies love soft, crinkly fabric because it stimulates their senses through touch, sound, and texture—encouraging exploration and supporting early development in a fun, engaging way. Made from gentle, squeezable material, this book invites little hands to grab, crinkle, and discover.Designed with bold, high-contrast black-and-white patterns, the pages help support developing eyesight. These simple visuals make it easier for newborns to focus, track shapes, and begin making sense of the world around them.The attached loop is perfect for easily snapping the book onto strollers or diaper bags, making it ideal for on-the-go fun. Whether at home or out and about, this soft stroller book keeps babies entertained—no dropped books, no fuss.Also available:Baby Animals: A High-Contrast Crinkle Fabric Stroller Book for Babies

Give your baby the brightest start from day one with Hello Night, Hello Day, the high-contrast board book designed to transform tummy time into joyful, brain-boosting play. Crafted for newborns and trusted by parents and experts alike, this innovative accordion book features bold black-and-white artwork that captivates developing eyes and supports essential visual growth, just as pediatricians recommend. Its sturdy format stands upright for hands-free play, while two baby-safe mirror pages encourage first smiles and early face recognition.From the creators of the bestselling duopress High-Contrast series, Hello Night, Hello Day uses simple day and night themes alongside timeless icons like the sun, moon, and gentle baby faces to invite playful discovery and comfort. Perfectly sized for little hands, this board book is an ideal gift for baby showers and first libraries, helping parents create meaningful, screen-free routines that foster connection, confidence, and wonder every day.

The bestselling high-contrast books for babies!A charming high-contrast introduction to bedtime. Black-and-white patterns and illustrations pair with friendly greetings for favorite pjs, a teddy bear, a comfy pillow, and more.Hello, pjs. Good to see you, teddy bear. Hi there, comfy pillow. Hello, Bedtime…When babies are first born, they can’t distinguish between colors the same way that older babies can. But studies show that babies can see high-contrast black-and-white shapes and patterns from the very first days of life, and this charming introduction to simple objects found in a baby’s bedroom, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.Using simple greetings like “How's it going, soft blankie?,” “Bonjour, cozy bed,” and “Good night, stars,” alongside lovely black-and-white art by Jannie Ho (illustrator of Hello, My World), Hello, Bedtime is the perfect board book for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Printed on sturdy board using nontoxic soy-based inksGreat quality and baby safeReal board books, perfect for little handsRound corners for extra safetyA great baby shower giftAlso available: Hello, Baby Animals; Hello, Ocean Friends; Baby Loves Sports; Hello, Garden Bugs; Hello, My World; Booook! A Spooky High-Contrast Book; Holly Jolly! A High-Contrast Christmas Book; and Hello Night, Hello Day

Hello, fish. Howdy, seahorse! What’s up, turtle? Hello, Ocean Friends...  Making connections between images on a page and the real world is an important building block for your baby’s communication skills—and this charming introduction to ocean creatures, paired with friendly text and bold, basic patterns, provides an important high-contrast experience for young developing eyes.   Using simple greetings like “Hi there, starfish" and “Hola, jellyfish” alongside black-and-white art by Julissa Mora, Hello, Ocean Friends is the perfect building block for babies just beginning to look around and learn about their world.Selected by the NYPL Summer Reading Challenge 2017.Also available: Hello, Baby Animals and Hello, Garden Bugs. Coming soon: Hello, My World.