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Cover of Dr. Seuss's 100 First Words

Dr. Seuss's 100 First Words

by Dr. Seuss

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:2018-05-08
Pages:16
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

A word book illustrated with images from the works of Dr. Seuss—starring the Little Cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back! This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers to 100 essential first words and to the artwork of Dr. Seuss! Illustrated with images from his most beloved, classic books (among them One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, Green Eggs and Ham, and Hop on Pop)—the book also features the Little Cats—the tiny cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back—doing so

Our Review

This sturdy board book brings Dr. Seuss's vibrant world to the youngest readers, introducing 100 essential first words through instantly recognizable artwork from classics like One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish and Hop on Pop. The charming Little Cats from The Cat in the Hat Comes Back act as guides on every page, creating a cohesive and playful journey through categories like food, animals, and colors. Each word is paired with a clear, bold illustration, making vocabulary building a visually engaging experience. This is a foundational first words book that turns early learning into a fun, Seussian adventure.

What sets this early concept book apart is its direct curation of art from the original stories, offering a genuine introduction to Dr. Seuss's unique illustrative style rather than a simplified imitation. The super-sturdy casebound format is built to withstand enthusiastic toddler handling, making it a durable choice for home libraries. Parents who grew up with these stories will appreciate the nostalgic trip, while new readers get a perfect primer on colors, objects, and characters. It successfully bridges the gap between a baby's first board book and the longer, narrative Seuss tales they will grow into.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction