In this multilayered Big, Little Concepts book for preschoolers,
explore body parts along with animals and celebrate the differences and
similarities of our wonderful bodies.
A soft, round belly,
Bear has a belly.
I do too!
Do you have a nose like Fox, cheeks like Squirrel, and a tongue like
Frog does? In rhythmic text perfect for an energetic read-aloud, Bear
Has a Belly points out Moose's legs, Otter's back, and Duck's feet,
inviting little ones to chime in with every body part they share in
common. Bright photographs of the animal friends are paired with images
of real children of diverse backgrounds and abilities who are joyfully
engaging with that body part.
Jane Whittingham, author of Animals Move and A Good Day Ducks,
channels her expertise as a children's librarian into yet another
celebration of active preschooler fun. The chant-along text supports
pattern recognition for language learning and reading readiness, and a
closing spread of enriching age-appropriate activities invite further
exploration and learning. The book's Toddler Tough format with a padded
cover, rounded corners, and extra-heavy pages makes it a sturdy choice
for endless repetitions of foot-stomping, belly-laughing, body-positive
story times.