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Wishy Washy

A Book of First Words and Colors for Growing Minds

Tabitha Paige author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Random House USA Inc

Published:7th Apr '22

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This engaging book offers a unique way for young children to learn new words. Wishy Washy combines vibrant illustrations with interactive elements.

In Wishy Washy, young readers embark on a vibrant adventure designed to enhance their vocabulary through engaging illustrations. The book features a friendly animal companion who guides children through a world filled with life-like paintings and bright colors, making learning an enjoyable experience. Each page is crafted to captivate a child's imagination while introducing them to new words in a fun and interactive manner.

What sets Wishy Washy apart from traditional first-word books is its strategic focus on early developing phonemes. The carefully selected words, such as 'puppy' and 'daddy,' are tailored for children aged nine months to two years, ensuring that they can easily pronounce or approximate these terms. This thoughtful approach helps to lay a strong foundation for language development during a critical learning period.

Additionally, Wishy Washy offers parents valuable tips to encourage their children's verbal approximations, making it a practical resource for families. The book also includes a tactile element—a wooden paintbrush and faux paint palette—providing multi-sensory learning opportunities. This interactive tool not only enhances retention but also allows children to engage physically with the content, making the learning process even more dynamic.

"Wishy Washy is more than just a first words book. It’s a beautiful board book with words and colors that were strategically chosen by a speech pathologist to help infants and toddlers with speech development. I would recommend this to any parent."
-Dr. Abby Hendricks, MD, FAAP, Board Certified Pediatrician

"With its fun and whimsical text, Wishy Washy is the ideal first words and colors board book. Tabitha Paige's gentle, endearing, and beautifully illustrated watercolors compliment the story. Children will love reading and pointing during the chipmunk's artistic endeavor. The perfect book for any cozy nook."
-Robert Broder, award-winning picture book publisher, author, poet laureate

"Filled with beautiful images and first sounds, Wishy Washy will encourage you and your little one to engage together over stimulating words and colorful concepts!"
-Kellie Power, M.S., CCC-Speech-Language Pathologist 

"Wishy Washy delivers carefully chosen text, word repetition, and playful watercolors to keep your reader engaged until the lighthearted ending, which will have your child giggling and asking you to read it again. Whether you are introducing new, simple words to your baby or helping your young child with sight words, Wishy Washy’s thoughtful text and artwork will provide the perfect opportunity to capture your child’s attention as they learn."
-Jenny Manca, MLS, Senior Youth Services Librarian, Allen Public Library

"Wishy Washy is the result of many years of persistent dedication by an artist, mother, and speech pathologist, who brings all her gifts to the table in the form of this delightful children’s book. The thoughtfulness in content as well as artistry is evident, and makes for an instant classic that needs to be on every child’s bookshelf!"
-Korie Herold, best-selling author of 10 books including As You Grow and Growing You


"I cannot say enough about the author, Tabitha Paige! From the illustrations to the engaging storylines to the vocabulary she integrates. She chooses every element in her books very carefully! Each time I read one of her books to my students, they love it! We especially love Wishy Washy! My students love swirling their paint brushes in the air and reading the words along with me, just as I’ve seen Tabitha model at one of her readings! I gift the Our Little Adventures series to new mommies at every baby shower I attend! They are always in awe when they open the books! Tabitha Paige is an incredible author/illustrator! As a former primary, Dyslexia, and special education teacher turned assistant principal, I highly recommend any and all of Tabitha’s books!"
—Kristi Davis, Assist Principal, Killeen ISD

ISBN: 9781950968541

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

24 pages