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I Can

by Helen Oxenbury

Book Details

Publisher:Random House Books for Young Readers
Published:1986
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Helen Oxenbury's brilliant board books have delighted a generation of babies. Now from the most widely loved of artists comes a reissue of a board book to help very young children explore their worlds. In I CAN, a baby creates his own wonders as he jumps and stretches and dances. Full of character and humor, this charming book forms a winsome introduction to creativity and movement.

Our Review

This board book captures the simple magic of a baby discovering physical capabilities through everyday movements like jumping, stretching, and dancing. Helen Oxenbury's signature illustrations radiate warmth and gentle humor, transforming basic actions into small triumphs of coordination and self-expression. The sparse, rhythmic text perfectly mirrors a toddler's own developing language, making each page turn a celebration of new skills. It’s a winsome introduction to the concepts of movement and ability for the very young.

What makes this book distinctive is its profound understanding of a baby's perspective; the artwork feels immediate and relatable, as if the reader is watching themselves. Parents and caregivers will appreciate how it naturally encourages interaction, prompting little ones to mimic the actions on the page. This reissue brings a timeless classic to a new generation, solidifying its place as an essential, joy-filled exploration of early physical milestones.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction