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Belly Button Book

by Sandra Boynton

Book Details

Publisher:Workman Publishing Company
Published:2008
Pages:194
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Featuring a beachful of bare-bellied hippos—including one tiny baby who can only say “Bee Bo”—the Belly Button Book is a quirky addition to the phenomenally successful Boynton on Board series. Every page captivates with Sandra Boynton’s inimitable illustrations and joyful rhyming text: Soon after dark, upon the beach, we sing a hippo song, and if you’re feeling in the mood, we hope you’ll sing along: “Belly Belly Button, you’re oh so fine. Ooo, Belly Button, I’m so happy you’re mine.” Shiny and

Our Review

This charming board book delivers exactly what its title promises—a playful celebration of belly buttons through the antics of hippos at the beach. Sandra Boynton's signature illustrations and bouncy, joyful rhymes make the simple act of celebrating a navel feel like a beach party, complete with a tiny hippo whose contribution is the infectious "Bee Bo." The rhythmic, sing-song text is perfectly crafted for read-aloud sessions, ensuring that both reader and listener will be tapping their toes.

What makes this book stand out in the crowded field of early concept books is its sheer, unadulterated silliness and genuine warmth. It takes a universal childhood fascination and turns it into a shared, giggle-inducing experience, making it a standout for toddlers who are just discovering their own bodies. The combination of sturdy, child-friendly pages and a premise that never fails to amuse makes this a repeat-read favorite that cleverly reinforces body positivity and the pure joy of being silly.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction