About This Book
Reach for this book when your toddler is showing a budding interest in numbers or needs a gentle way to process 'scary' things through play. It is an ideal choice for active learners who prefer books that offer something to touch, lift, and discover on every page. This interactive journey follows a plucky little warthog on a walk through the wild. As he encounters various groups of animals, children are invited to count along using flaps and die-cut holes. While the story builds tension with the appearance of a 'fierce' surprise, the resolution is purely humorous and reassuring. It is a fantastic tool for reinforcing one-to-one correspondence in counting while modeling a brave, curious attitude toward the world.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The 'threat' of the lion is handled through a secular, humorous lens and the resolution is entirely safe and hopeful.
Ideal Reader
A three-year-old who is obsessed with 'how many' and loves the physical mechanics of a book. It is perfect for a child who enjoys a little bit of suspense but still needs a guaranteed happy, silly ending.
