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~ (Author) "If I could put on a suit of scales, add some fins and one of these tails, I'd close my and then I'd wish that..." (more)
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"Flashy fish" in Ehlert's typically electric hues swim through this imaginative counting book. Ages 2-6.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.


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PreSchool-Grade 1-- Stylized fish shapes in flat, razzle-dazzle colors against a dark blue background float across the pages from one to ten, accompanied by one little dark fish who keeps the count going. Cutout circles at the eyes reveal colors on succeeding pages. The slight text, occasionally in rhyme, introduces adjectives through the count, and tries to set a context of wish-fulfillment. It's a slick production, attempting several concepts at once--numbers, shapes, colors, imagining, addition to a value of one--but it doesn't quite hang together, and its result is a little breathless. MacDonald and Oakes' Numblers (Dial, 1988) also uses strong color and stark form to present visually the concepts of increasing quantity and transformations, but in a more thoughtful and well-integrated way, with movement inherent in the design. Another little dark fish, Lionni's Swimmy (Pantheon, 1963), has a more meaningful underwater exploration, incorporating the idea of changing appearances into the story. --Karen Litton, London Public Libraries, Ontario, Canada
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 4-8
  • Paperback: 40 pages
  • Publisher: Voyager Books (August 17, 1992)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0152280510
  • ISBN-13: 978-0152280512
  • Product Dimensions: 11 x 6.5 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #82,600 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The book my two year old (and I) can recite from memory!, May 14, 1997
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This is a wonderful book that you won't mind reading over and over again. And you will! Both of my children begged me to read it daily. The unusually bright colors and fish "eyes" throughout the book fascinate even the youngest readers; and the counting and adding keep the child interested and challenged as they grow. It makes a great gift book
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a keeper!, April 11, 2002
Come on a journey deep at sea, to count the many fish we'll see...

I have an affinity for well-written children's books, so when I first read Fish Eyes I was immediately taken by the prose, and the artwork. Years later, after William was born, I realized how intriguing vivid colors were to babies. I started reading to him when he was only a few days old, and every time I picked up THIS book, he was mesmerized. Maybe it was the melodic phrasing, but I think it was the illustrations more than anything.

Fish Eyes is primarily a numbers and counting book that is geared to the very young, 0 to 3 years. This book counts up to 10. In the counting section, the eyes on the fish are punched-out, leaving holes. Children can count fish, or fish eyes. It's an ingenious way of educating kids by interactive means. In addition, there are simple arithmetic lessons cleverly hidden in the sea for older children. In the corner of each spread is a small fish that appears as a shadow. The fish poses a questions like, "3 smiling fish, plus me make 4". Only older children are apt to notice such minutiae, or I should say, they understand it at least. That's why Fish Eyes is so brilliant.

The vibrant colors engaged my son so, that we would study each page after reading the text. Once he was able to hold the book, the die-cut eyes lured him to touch. For a long while, Fish Eyes was one of Will's favorite books. As a result, it has become one of my standard baby gifts. Will is 2½ now, and he knows his numbers, probably in part because of this book. Once he gets around to learning arithmetic, Fish Eyes will surely be one we'll take off the shelf again, and again. ... you won't be sorry!

Happy Reading,
Mary

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Start early!, September 13, 2002
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We love this book! Our son is only 2 months old and as a teacher, I know the importance of reading from the beginning. We read this book to our baby & he loves it. He loves to listen to our voices w/ the different inflections and the bright, colorful pictures are great- he really stares & smiles. I know we will continue to use this book as he grows, with the cute rhymes and the counting practice (even addition: "one fish plus me makes two!"). I will give this book as a baby gift from now on.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Great Author!
Again I will say ALL books by this author are worth getting! Just got this for my 2 year old son for X-mas and he loves it! Read more
Published 9 months ago by Rayfem

3.0 out of 5 stars Colorful, but no classic
This is a very colorful book. There are some design flaws, some text is difficult to read and the text is more suitable for a 1-2 year old, the illustrations are well done and my... Read more
Published on August 29, 2007 by B. Huston

5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
My son loved this book. The colorful pages are just eye-grabbing. We read it all the time. It's a great book for young children who are just starting to count. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
My daughter absolutely loves this book. We read it all the time over and over. She picked it out at the bookstore. Read more
Published on January 15, 2007 by Nancy F.

5.0 out of 5 stars Pat
Wonderful book! It is one of my 20 month old granddaughter's favorites and we have to read it many times a day. It goes with us in the car and she tries reading it by herself.
Published on July 5, 2006 by Pat

5.0 out of 5 stars A teacher's favorite gift
I love to give this book, as it always draws compliments from the receiver. Its bright and colorful pages keep the child's interest. Read more
Published on August 3, 2005 by C. Riggle

5.0 out of 5 stars A big hit with bright colors
My 20 month old boy/girl twins LOVE this book. My son has adopted this book as his own and reads it over and over again. Read more
Published on October 15, 2003 by catsdog

5.0 out of 5 stars Love This Book!
This is my son's (9 months) favorite book - he has loved it since 3 months of age. He loves the colors and will sit still through the entire book. Read more
Published on March 25, 2003

3.0 out of 5 stars Warning! Grammatical error within!
I ordered this book based on the excellent reviews, and indeed, my 9-month-old daughter loved the pictures (which are gorgeous). Read more
Published on July 29, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars A book your child will enjoy from babyhood to early reading
"Fish Eyes" is a pleasure to read aloud, and the colorful illustrations are a treat. This book will appeal to young children on many levels, and they will continue to... Read more
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