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Littles: And How They Grow Kindle Edition

by Kelly DiPucchio (Author), AG Ford (Illustrator) Format: Kindle Edition
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 460 ratings
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In the beloved tradition of Robert Munsch’s Love You Forever and Emily Winfield Martin’s The Wonderful Things You Will Be comes a beautiful rhyming ode to babies from a New York Times bestselling author/illustrator duo—perfect for baby showers, first birthdays, and anytime babies are celebrated.
 
In this unforgettable, squeal-filled, tear-inducing love song to babies and how quickly they grow up, author Kelly DiPucchio’s heart-tugging rhyme meets the gorgeous, dimple-cheeked, multicultural babies of illustrator AG Ford. With adorable scenes from the busy life of a "little"—peekaboo, feedings, tantrums, giggles—and a final scene that reminds us how they become big kids all too soon, this is the ideal gift for any new parent and their child.
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  1. Reading age
    1 - 3 years, from customers
  2. Print length
    32 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool and up
  5. Publisher
    Doubleday Books for Young Readers
  6. Publication date
    June 13, 2017
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    978-0399555268
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Toddler-PreS–A rhyming love letter, posing as a picture book, that explains how quickly babyhood passes. The book starts with a baby swaddled in a bassinet and ends with kids waving goodbye as they get on a bus. Sweet rhyming text explains the different ways babies are cared for, "Littles are fed on soft laps and in chairs. They're nursed and they're spoon-fed cooked carrots and pears." The bright illustrations set against a white background elevate the text and celebrate diversity. Showcasing babies, families, and caregivers of multiple races, Ford also shows a baby being breast-fed, carried in a sling, and playing with two mothers along with many other scenarios. The cover features three babies of distinctly different races and will appeal to anyone looking for some diversity on the shelves. This book should find a home in all libraries, and will likely become the go-to baby shower gift. VERDICT An excellent purchase for collections, storytimes, and gifts.—Brooke Newberry, La Crosse Public Library, WI

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A Bank Street College of Education 2018 Best Children's Book of the Year

A Carnegie Library Best Book for Babies, 2018

★ "A warmhearted celebration of early childhood"—Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Will likely become the go-to baby shower gift."—School Library Journal

"There's plenty of room on the shelf for this celebration of the similarities and connections among all our adorable littles."—Kirkus

"This tender picture book will surely resonate with the parents and families of newborns."—Booklist

"Expectant families, especially those with soon-to-be older siblings, may enjoy using this sunny preview of life with the new baby to build and revel in the anticipation and excitement."—Horn Book

"Have the tissues on hand for this incredibly sweet read that's equally enjoyable for parents and kids."—ReadBrightly.com

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01M61KOX6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Doubleday Books for Young Readers (June 13, 2017)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ June 13, 2017
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 23710 KB
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 32 pages
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    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 460 ratings

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    Kelly DiPucchio is the award-winning author of several children’s books, including New York Times bestseller, GRACE FOR PRESIDENT, and THE SANDWICH SWAP, a book co-authored for Her Majesty Queen Rania Al Abdullah of Jordan, which President Bill Clinton called “a delightful story.” Kelly has been a featured author/speaker at numerous schools, public libraries, universities, and conferences such as: the International Reading Association, Michigan Reading Association, and the National Council of Teachers of English. You can visit her online at www.kellydipucchio.com

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     - AG FORD  is a New York Times Bestselling Children's book Illustrator and recipient of two NAACP Image Awards.  He grew up in Dallas, Texas.  Ford attended The Columbus College of Art and Design majoring in illustration.  He has illustrated picture books for Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Sharon Robinson, Ilyasah Shabazz, Martin Luther King III, Nick Cannon, Jonah Winter, The Archbishop Desmond Tutu and many others.   Mr. Ford has over 30 published books for children including picture books, chapter books such as the Magic Tree House Series, and YA covers.  He has worked with publishers such as HarperCollins, Simon & Schuster, Scholastics, Penguin RandomHouse, Candlewick Press and more.  He lives in Frisco, Tx with his lovely wife Brandy and their two sons Maddox & Carter.

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Probably the best book with babies i have ever bought.The babies are of different ethnicities.The dad is in the book as well, caring for the child, not just the mom.The illustrations are perfect.
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Victoria
5.0 out of 5 stars A Story that Resonates with Kid and Adult
Reviewed in the United States on November 20, 2020
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This is a beautiful story with beautiful artwork. I would equate this book to Sesame Street in that - the story is just as enjoyable and geared towards the adult as it is towards the child. It is a gentle rhyme (meaning the words aren't a stretch just to fit into the rhyme and actually make sense!) and also include a lot of words that an early talker will know - my daughter loves reading along to "knee" - "kiss" - "duckies" - "bath" - "chair". She loves to look at the pictures and point out the "milk" "dog" etc. The book also shows diversity without the book being about diversity (normalizing it). And per the reviewer who complained that this book doesn't touch upon the older child/baby relationship, please! Not every book can do everything, first of all, but ALSO, there are pictures of older siblings taking care of the baby (plus the line "littles are cherished by kindhearted kin"). The last line of the book nearly brings me to tears every time - I absolutely love it.
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Mom1234
5.0 out of 5 stars The best book for new parents
Reviewed in the United States on June 30, 2023
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This is my go-to book for new parents. It is sweet without being sappy and actually appeals to kids (unlike so many other books for new parents). The illustrations are beautiful and depict a wide range of families (interracial families, same-gender parents, a mom who is breastfeeding, grandparents as caretakers, etc.).
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Jacci ulyas
5.0 out of 5 stars Colorful
Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2021
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First off: I have always referred to my Grandchildren,as, My Littles , all 5 + 1 otw of them! Even when they became middles and biggest!
Perfect! I do wish I would of purchased a larger version. This board book, is perfect size for LITTLE hands. The story is beautiful and interesting. You want to see what’s on the next page. This is a must have book for your LITTLES library. Enjoy
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Blayne52
5.0 out of 5 stars New "must gift" to all my friends with Littles!
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2020
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Littles is my favorite book that we have received in our Amazon subscription box! We try to buy one book a week, and I was surprised as I read it aloud the first time when I felt a lump form in my throat. The words and illustrations are modern-day--think swaddles and boppys rather than cradles and teddy bears. I always buy "Love you Forever" as a board book for all baby showers, and now I've found a second book that will be on my "must gift" list. Thank you for introducing me to this wonderful book. I can't wait to see the next gems by this author! It's so precious--you will not regret buying it in the board book format.
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Becca S
5.0 out of 5 stars Best baby book
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2023
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We love this book so much I’ve given it to at least five other families as a gift. My kid loves looking at the different babies and families, and the story is just wonderful.
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GKlein
4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Book (with a minor printing problem)
Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2017
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This is a very sweet book which is part of a gift for the birthday of a one year-old whose mother is expecting. I am pleased with this book, but want to make one comment: On the pages reading "Littles are read to in all kinds of places, by all kinds of people with beaming, bright faces" the print is very faint in the first three letters of the word "Littles" and in the entire word,"faces." This appears to be some kind of printing issue which I hope will be resolved in future printings.
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Yi
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute rhyming book for babies and toddlers that truly reflect diversity
Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2020
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I love the illustrations in this book. Unlike other books that tout "diversity," this one truly has babies of all different ethnicities, with their opposite sex/same-sex parents and grandparents in same and mixed race families. It's a fun book; not necessarily one that would make a good bedtime story but a great one to read to your Little before he/she grows Big in the blink of an eye.
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ChiSamA
5.0 out of 5 stars Sweet book, granddaughter loves it!
Reviewed in the United States on December 28, 2019
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My 1yo granddaughter loves this book! She brings it to be read time and again. We received it as part of her book box and are thrilled with the choice.
I love that it tastefully depicts a Mom nursing her baby I’ve rarely - if ever - seen that, and it’s great to see it included. There is also a baby with a bottle, so it’s balanced.
Very sweet book. Highly recommend!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book
Reviewed in Canada on March 21, 2022
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 This was one of my daughters favourite baby books. We have read this one over and over! It’s very diverse. Perfect for every babies book collection.
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Nelly Kunze
5.0 out of 5 stars Prima
Reviewed in Germany on July 8, 2018
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Babys in ihrer Vielfalt werden bei Alltäglichem gezeigt und ihre Familien sind vielfältig, es gibt einzelne Eltern, lesbische Eltern, Eltern, die weiß und PoC sind.
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Caiti Soto
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely and sweet
Reviewed in Canada on December 20, 2019
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Super sweet book. Got it for a baby gift but have read it before with my own little ones and loved it.
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Chris Blagdon
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2018
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Adorable book, and one of our new favourites to read!
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