“Bold, playful design … an ideal choice for teaching early learning concepts … The images should provoke plenty of discussion beyond the text, which offers numerous vocabulary-building opportunities … depicting a variety of garden creatures and flora—including roses, hydrangeas, and cacti as well as apple, cherry blossom, and bonsai trees—plus 14 colors, including ‘black and white’ and ‘multicolored.’ Author/illustrator Farina’s high-contrast artwork is dominated by primary colors and uses a retro-fied modern graphic design aesthetic, with uncluttered compositions that are nevertheless rich in personality and detail … should captivate little ones and caregivers alike and are great candidates for solo toddler reading.” (Board book. Birth-4)
“Geometric flora and fauna introduce 16 different hues in this stylish addition to the Babylink board book series. Expansively interpreting the title, each page features a color and botanical element … learning through pattern recognition, designs populated by snails, pill bugs, butterflies, and more give each page an aesthetically appealing surprise. Publishing simultaneously: Animal Opposites. Ages up to 4.”