U Is for Underwear - 9781576876909

From artist and printmaker Jesse Levison comes a stylish alphabet for young children featuring simple, vibrant, graphic illustrations and a playful sensibility.

Imbuing everyday objects with a sense of wonder, Jesse's bright, bold artwork makes a perfect introduction to the alphabet for young pre-readers. Kid-friendly and fun images will keep toddlers turning the pages of this chunky board book.


• parents can begin to develop literacy in even very young children by exposing them to the letters of the alphabet



• in this book, simple, fun images that toddlers can relate to are paired with a word in a repetitive format perfect for practicing letters



• pictures, play, and the printed word combine to give kids an understanding of the symbolic representation that underlies reading and writing



• brief sessions of simply looking at images, letters, and words are ideal when first reading to small children



• the page format makes it easy to help kids trace the letters with a finger, an excellent activity for imprinting little brains



• for grown-ups, Jesse's retro style and witty simplicity make this a potential cross-over title--or at least a great gift for style-conscious parents