Overview
This nonfiction ode to building a house from the ground up features six kinds of craftsmen and the 24 tools they use, accurately labeled. The answer to each inquiring refrain is revealed under a gatefold, seven in all, engaging the reader in an informative guessing game. With lyrical (and factual!) text by New York Times bestselling author Toni Buzzeo, and the expertly stylized art of illustrator and designer Jim Datz, this sturdily constructed board book is perfect for curious and playful young readers.
Full Product Details
Author: Toni Buzzeo ,
Jim Datz
Publisher: Abrams
Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers
Dimensions:
Width: 19.10cm
, Height: 2.20cm
, Length: 19.10cm
Weight: 0.430kg
ISBN: 9781419714313
ISBN 10: 1419714317
Pages: 16
Publication Date: 05 May 2015
Recommended Age: From 0 to 3 years
Audience:
Children/juvenile
,
Preschool (0-5)
Format: Board book
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
The precise language paired with smiling, cartoon renderings of each tool make this an accessible and fun approach to learning. --Booklist A nifty, unexpectedly sophisticated exploration of the tools and professions connected to the world of construction. --Kirkus Reviews STARRED REVIEW Women are well represented among Datz's carpenters, roofers, electricians, plumbers, and painters (who are drawn in a range of skin tones), providing a subtle 'you could do this, too' message that is cemented in a closing scene of two children playing with blocks in the finished house. --Publishers Weekly
A nifty, unexpectedly sophisticated exploration of the tools and professions connected to the world of construction. --Kirkus Reviews The precise language paired with smiling, cartoon renderings of each tool make this an accessible and fun approach to learning. --Booklist STARRED REVIEW Women are well represented among Datz's carpenters, roofers, electricians, plumbers, and painters (who are drawn in a range of skin tones), providing a subtle 'you could do this, too' message that is cemented in a closing scene of two children playing with blocks in the finished house. --Publishers Weekly
A nifty, unexpectedly sophisticated exploration of the tools and professions connected to the world of construction. * Kirkus Reviews * STARRED REVIEW ""Women are well represented among Datz’s carpenters, roofers, electricians, plumbers, and painters (who are drawn in a range of skin tones), providing a subtle 'you could do this, too' message that is cemented in a closing scene of two children playing with blocks in the finished house."" * Publishers Weekly * The precise language paired with smiling, cartoon renderings of each tool make this an accessible and fun approach to learning. * Booklist *
Author Information
Toni Buzzeo is the author of the Caldecott Honor Book and New York Times bestseller One Cool Friend and many other books for children. She lives in Arlington, Massachusetts. Jim Datz is an illustrator and designer known for his screen prints, decorated apparel, and illustrated home goods. He lives in Brooklyn.
