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High-contrast photographs made for a newborn’s first sight
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What it is about
Simple black-and-white photographs of everyday shapes and objects. The strong contrast suits the way very young babies see.
Who will enjoy it
Parents of newborns who want a book their baby can really focus on.
What you will get
A calm first picture book that holds a newborn’s attention and starts the habit of looking and talking together.
Facts
Genre
Children’s Books · Contrast · Shapes · Photos
Best for
0–12 months
Length
24 pages · about 5 minutes read aloud
More about this book
Who
No characters, only objects.
World
Clear black shapes on white pages.
What makes it different
Made around the way newborns first see.
Feel
Calm and simple.
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