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Cover of Horns To Toes

Horns To Toes

by Sandra Boynton

Book Details

Publisher:Little Simon
Published:1984-10-11
Pages:13
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

A little horned monster shows the correct terms for each part of the body, including eyes, ears, nose, mouth, teeth, hands, fingers, arms, back, and legs

Our Review

This interactive board book transforms basic anatomy into a playful monster-led adventure, guiding young readers through identifying eyes, ears, nose, and mouth before moving down to hands, fingers, arms, back, and legs. Sandra Boynton's signature whimsical art brings the horned protagonist to life, making each body part exploration feel like a new discovery rather than a simple lesson. The rhythmic, simple text is perfectly calibrated for toddler attention spans, encouraging both pointing and participation as the monster demonstrates its own features.

What sets this apart from other first body books is its clever use of a friendly monster as the teacher, which adds a layer of imaginative fun to the learning process. The progression from head to toes creates a natural, logical flow that helps cement the concepts, while the sturdy pages can withstand enthusiastic little hands. Parents and caregivers will find this an engaging tool for teaching body part vocabulary, making it a standout choice for early childhood development that turns a fundamental lesson into a joyful, repeatable reading experience.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction