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Cover of Yes Yes! A Box of Board Books

Yes Yes! A Box of Board Books

by Leslie Patricelli

Book Details

Publisher:Candlewick Press (MA)
Published:2008-09-09
Pages:29
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

Age Range:0-3

About This Book

"With bright hues and loads of humor, these board books shed light on the mystery of opposites." — CHILD magazine Three beloved concept board books are now available as a nifty boxed set. Yes! BIG LITTLE NO NO YES YES YUMMY YUCKY

Our Review

This engaging boxed set introduces foundational concepts through three vibrant board books that explore opposites, sizes, and tastes with remarkable clarity. Each book uses bold primary colors and simple, expressive illustrations to make abstract ideas concrete for developing minds, transforming everyday experiences into accessible learning moments. The straightforward approach to concepts like big versus little and yes versus no provides clear visual anchors that help toddlers grasp these fundamental distinctions. Parents seeking early concept books will appreciate how effectively these volumes build vocabulary while celebrating the humor in daily routines.

What distinguishes this collection is its genuine understanding of toddler perspective, where a baby's dramatic reactions to "yummy" and "yucky" foods feel both authentic and hilarious. The books' small, sturdy format fits perfectly in little hands, encouraging independent exploration while surviving repeated readings and inevitable chewing. Families navigating the "no" phase will particularly benefit from the gentle, positive reinforcement woven throughout these stories. These deceptively simple books deliver profound developmental support through laughter and recognition, making early learning feel like pure play.

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