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Cover of Are You a Cow?

Are You a Cow?

by Sandra Boynton

Book Details

Publisher:Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing
Published:2012
Pages:92
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Are you a cow? Are you a dog? Are you a duck? Teaching animal recognition to little ones, this quirky board book also gets across the important message that it is great to just be ourselves.

Our Review

This charming board book playfully challenges young readers with a series of simple animal identification questions, turning a basic concept into an engaging, interactive experience. Sandra Boynton’s signature whimsical illustrations and rhythmic text guide children through recognizing a cow, a dog, and a duck, making it a standout for early learning and animal recognition. The book cleverly uses repetition and humor to hold a toddler's attention while reinforcing foundational vocabulary.

What truly sets this book apart is its gentle, affirming conclusion that celebrates self-acceptance, delivering a powerful message about identity wrapped in delightful animal antics. The combination of a straightforward, interactive format with a meaningful emotional core makes this a deeply rewarding read-aloud. Parents and caregivers will appreciate a story that not only teaches animal sounds and names but also nurtures a child's sense of self in such a joyful, uncomplicated way.

Themes

Animals

Subjects

Animals