<p> <b><i>A collection of endearing animals for the very young.</i></b> </p><p> This lovely padded book brings animals of all kinds to a child's imagination. Brilliant color photographs reveal close-up details and features of more than 80 animals: color variation in a parrot's feathers, wrinkles on a hippo's face, bunny fur so soft you could touch it. Even the tiniest creatures fill the pages: a ladybug, snails and a seahorse. </p><p> Animals are shown doing what they do in real life, sleeping, eating, playing; one to a page or in multiples, creating a fun opportunity to learn how to count. Dogs, butterflies, parrots, rabbits, monkeys and other animals are shown in a variety of colors and species. There are animals that children be familiar with, but also many new discoveries: antelope, chameleon, crab, flamingo, mountain goat, stork and wild boar. There are cuddling foxes, koalas, panda bears and more. Are they siblings or friends? </p><p> <b><i>My Little Book of Animals</i></b> is an appealing padded board book small enough for small hands. It will engage a toddler's curiosity, reveal the wonder of books, and is a perfect storytime choice. </p>