Babies - 5237

PreSchool-A cozy, rhyming text describes all kinds of babies. The large-font narration describes active and passive and wobbly and dribbly tots, as well as those with a preference for teddies and others "who like muddles." The delightful language highlights words that are both fun to say and hear. The colorful illustrations feature a primarily pastel palette with hues of green, yellow, pink, and blue. The babies, of different races, are well-rounded figures with expressive, yet gentle features, shown playing, hugging, bouncing, and exploring. Even the pet cats and dogs have an inquisitive look as they frolic with the busy youngsters. The final line reads, "The baby that I love the best, with all my heart, is- YOU!" The last word is strategically placed opposite a mirror that is sturdily encased in the back endpaper.