These are sturdy books with a hands-on-feel, which is just right for little hands. Each two-page spread illustrates a single, big and bold word. The word is always a simple, every day one, which youngest listeners can grasp, understand, and place in their own lives. The word is lifted off the regular page, inviting for listeners to touch it and rub their fingers over every letter. Over ten more words (small typed) are listed, which relate to the main theme—things which listeners might already associate with the main word. And if not, older listeners will learn a few new words along the way.

The illustrations are bright and bold. The main object is large and sits 'in' the page, which allows listeners to feel the outline and shape as they look at it. There's also a small detail of the object (for example: a pocket on a shirt), which is raised and offers another thing for kids to feel. Other things relating to the main theme are portrayed across the page, always things kids can easily identify.

The books are simple, robust and offer familiar as well as unfamiliar words. The youngest will probably be happy with just the basic terms, where slightly older ones can dives into the word list a little better. It's an original way to get kids to hear, identify with, feel and explore words.

I received a complimentary copy and enjoyed it enough to leave my honest thoughts. ( )