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Shadow Play

Guess What It Is

Helena Harastova author Serafima Kosikava illustrator

Format:Novelty book

Publisher:Albatros nakladatelstvi as

Publishing:26th Dec '24

£10.99

This title is due to be published on 26th December, and will be despatched as soon as possible.

Shadow Play cover

Explore the fascinating world of shadows in an interactive guessing game, fostering creativity, observational skills, and a deeper connection with nature in this engaging children's book.

Embark on a captivating adventure with Shadow Play: Guess What It Is from the Kidding Nature series. As the sun paints shadows across the ground, young readers aged 3-6 are invited to decipher the mysterious shapes that appear. Through an interactive novelty format with fold-out pages and cutouts, children engage in a guessing game, unraveling the secrets behind each shadow. The play of light and darkness creates an imaginative journey, challenging kids to recognize familiar objects while sparking creativity and spatial perception. Whether imprinted on pavement, grass, or sand, shadows become enchanting companions in the exploration of the magic and mystery of nature.

This delightful book, designed for portable entertainment, not only fosters observational skills and critical thinking but also encourages kids to venture outdoors and connect with the world around them. With durable card stock paper and a compact format, Shadow Play is perfect for on-the-go fun, making it an ideal companion for young explorers. The Kidding Nature series promises to awaken children's natural interest in the world, and this installment, with its engaging guessing game and immersive exploration of shadows, provides an entertaining and educational experience that fuels curiosity and imagination. Shadow Play is an excellent choice for parents and educators seeking a unique and interactive way to introduce children to the wonders of nature.

Selected for the CBC November 2024 Hot Off The Press List.

"A twofer! Well these are fun. Hope you like die-cuts, cause this duo is rife with them. Essentially, you get hints about something on one page but have to peek through their die-cuts to see what they actually are. Think of it as a book that teaches you to look at things in original ways." Betsy Bird, School Library Journal

"This is an interesting set of guessing game titles, using strategically placed cut-outs to encourage kids to guess the answer to various natural objects. Verdict: These won't be for every kid, but they will be fun to spark discussion about perspectives as well as inspiring kids to observe nature." —Jean Little Library

"We love interactive books here! These two upcoming releases are so engaging and fun! With sturdy fold-out pages and clever die-cuts, these two books challenge young readers to learn more about nature and everyday objects over guessing games! Shadow Play: Guess What It Is is such a clever way to get young readers to learn more about shadows! Sometimes, it's easy to tell whose shadow it is, but sometimes, it can be a bit tricky…" —Fun Reads for Kids, IG

ISBN: 9788000072876

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

24 pages