James Balog's Animals A to Z

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Summary: One of the BEST first books for babies you'll ever "read"
Review: Several years ago, while pregnant with my first child, I began our board book library. This book was one of my first choices and for obvious reasons: the animals are clearly visible to young eyes, not hidden among scenery. And the selection of animals is not dull either- for example, there are a variety of primates to look at and talk about ("This monkey's name is Mandrill. Look at the pretty colors on him. Can you point to the blue part?"). The book is captivating to the youngest and grows as the mind does, too.

By not using the predictable lion for the letter "L", but a lemur, it has even enriched our visits to the zoo. The animals are no longer lumped into "every primate must be a monkey" category. It has prompted wonderful, albeit toddler-level, discussions regarding animals' diet, environment, etc. At the end of the book, Mr. Baalog implores the reader to be sensitive to this world in which we live, and through this book he provides the foundation for a lifetime of love for animals and the environment.

My three children, husband and I have spent countless hours reading and re-reading this book. Thank you, Mr. Baalog for your thoughtful, beautiful and entertaining work!

Rating:
Summary: One of the BEST first books for babies you'll ever "read"
Review: Several years ago, while pregnant with my first child, I began our board book library. This book was one of my first choices and for obvious reasons: the animals are clearly visible to young eyes, not hidden among scenery. And the selection of animals is not dull either- for example, there are a variety of primates to look at and talk about ("This monkey's name is Mandrill. Look at the pretty colors on him. Can you point to the blue part?"). The book is captivating to the youngest and grows as the mind does, too.

By not using the predictable lion for the letter "L", but a lemur, it has even enriched our visits to the zoo. The animals are no longer lumped into "every primate must be a monkey" category. It has prompted wonderful, albeit toddler-level, discussions regarding animals' diet, environment, etc. At the end of the book, Mr. Baalog implores the reader to be sensitive to this world in which we live, and through this book he provides the foundation for a lifetime of love for animals and the environment.

My three children, husband and I have spent countless hours reading and re-reading this book. Thank you, Mr. Baalog for your thoughtful, beautiful and entertaining work!