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Cover of The Farm Animals Book - A Smarty-Pants Childrens Picture Book (A Smarty-Pants Series 12)

The Farm Animals Book - A Smarty-Pants Childrens Picture Book (A Smarty-Pants Series 12)

by E-Innovations Publishing

Book Details

Publisher:Putnam Juvenile
Published:1987
Pages:20
Format:board book
Language:English
ISBN:0399214348

Reading Info

Age Range:3-5

About This Book

Spot searches for new babies among the farm animals, each of which greets him with its own distinctive noise. Movable flaps conceal portions of the illustrations.

Our Review

This interactive farm animal book invites young readers to join Spot the puppy on his search for new baby animals, combining lift-the-flap discovery with early sound recognition. Each sturdy page reveals a different farm animal parent making its distinctive noise, from a mooing cow to a clucking hen, while children help Spot peek under flaps to find the hidden babies. The simple, engaging storyline builds anticipation as toddlers uncover ducklings, piglets, and other young animals in their natural farm settings. Bright, clear illustrations and predictable patterns make this an excellent choice for developing object permanence and cause-and-effect understanding.

What sets this farm adventure apart is how seamlessly it integrates multiple early learning concepts through hands-on participation. The combination of animal sounds, baby animal names, and peekaboo elements creates a multi-sensory experience that holds young children's attention while reinforcing vocabulary. Parents will appreciate the durable flap construction that withstands repeated lifting by eager little hands. This engaging farm animal exploration successfully turns reading time into an interactive game that both entertains and educates, making it a standout addition to any toddler's bookshelf.

Themes

Animal sounds

Subjects

Animal sounds