What's Inside? [Hardcover]

Jeanne Ashbe (Author)

Book Description

Age Level: 1 and up

This is a wonderful, lift-the-flap exploration for toddlers just about to embark on their new role as big brother or sister.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

PreSchool-This simple and unassuming lift-the-flap book is divided into three chapters that show the insides of things that open, things that "it's best not to look inside," and something "we can't open"-a mother's pregnant tummy. Readers can see the clothes inside the suitcase, wires inside the TV ("Oh My! It's Complicated!"), and three different stages of an unborn baby's growth. Small in size, with hand-printed lettering, the book is childlike and accessible. Not only are certain basic concepts explored (open/close, inside/outside, can/can't), but young readers will also understand why an expectant mother's belly gets bigger. The illustrated objects are outlined in thick, brown watercolor. Colors are muted and murky, adding to the author's low-key approach. This multiuse title will give toddlers the power to explore and play on their own level.
Martha Topol, Traverse Area District Library, Traverse City, MI
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Review

"...innovative lift-the-flap book illustrated with deft watercolor...It’s fun for all and especially instructive for siblings-to-be." -- Parenting, December/January 2001

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 1 and up
  
• Hardcover: 13 pages
• Publisher: Kane/Miller Book Publishers (March 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0916291979
• ISBN-13: 978-0916291976
• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #373,331 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #65 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Children's Books > Baby-3 > Pop-Up & Movable > General

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars What's Inside?, March 5, 2000

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This review is from: What's Inside? (Hardcover)

What's inside is a delightful pop up book for preschoolers or babies. My children thoroughly enjoyed seeing "What's inside" each page. This book gave them a peek inside many objects and allowed them to get a better understanding of pregancy and birth in terms they can understand.

It invoked laughter and questions.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Explains the concept of a new baby in mommy's tummy!, August 5, 2002

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This review is from: What's Inside? (Hardcover)

Very young children cannot grasp the concept of a baby being in their mommy's tummy. Well, wouldn't you have questions at that age too? They want to know why they can't take it out and play with it!

The book, "What's Inside?" by Jeanne AshBe, does a good job of answering a young child's questions. It first describes a few things that can be opened up, and what will be found inside. Then it describes things that can be opened up, but aren't meant to be opened. It also shows what you might find inside if you do try and open the item. Lastly, there are illustrations of a mommy's pregnant belly, showing how the baby is growing inside. The last image is that of a baby in the arms of it's older sibling. So, it's explained that the baby is inside, and comes out in due time :).

MyParenTime.com highly recommends this book -- it explains the concept of a baby being inside a tummy by first using simple ideas that even the youngest children can understand. There are "child-like" drawn illustrations and lift-the-flaps that are always enjoyable by children of all ages. Young children who are expecting a sibling are sure to enjoy this book!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fun!, June 13, 2008

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This review is from: What's Inside? (Hardcover)

I disagree with the previous reviewer who was concerned about the page asking "What's inside?" with a teddy bear. Apparently her child isn't curious about what's inside toys - mine sure are, and seeing this page reinforced the "be gentle with your toys" admonishments they receive.

I think the illustrations are cute, basic, and easy to follow. While my oldest was almost three when we bought this book prior to her sister's birth, I think even babies around 18 months would understand this book and enjoy it.