Books with author Xavier Deneux

Featuring spreads with raised shaped objects that fit into scooped cut-outs on their opposite page, this new TouchThinkLearn book offers the youngest learners an opportunity to explore in a hands-on, multisensory way. Seeing the image, tracing its shape, saying its name—these modes of perception combine to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Discover a bee and its hive by tracing the raised outline on one side, and the concave shape on the other! Related words on each spread offer parents and child a springboard for further conversation to encourage the language skills crucial to later successful learning. In a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Featuring spreads each with raised shaped objects that fit into scooped cutouts on their opposite page, these two new TouchThinkLearn books offer the youngest learners an irresistible opportunity to explore their universe in a hands-on, multisensory way. Seeing the image, tracing its shape, saying its name: these modes of perception combine in a dynamic way to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Discover—and experience—a pig by tracing its raised outline on one side and the concave form of the mud puddle it wallows in on the other. Clusters of related words on each spread offer parents and children a springboard for further conversations to encourage the language skills so crucial to later successful learning. In a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series!TouchThinkLearn: Feelings is a tactile board book with scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements that invites little readers to explore a range of emotions—from joy to anger—in a hands-on way.• Made in the landmark TouchThinkLearn format—over 850,000 copies sold in the series• Dynamic, tactile features make learning essential concepts fun and engaging• Clusters of related words on each spread offer caregivers a springboard for conversations that foster language developmentTouchThinkLearn: Feelings' inviting interactive format makes it a go-to book for introducing toddlers to a world of many emotions.• Ideal for children ages 2 to 4 years old• Perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and more• Rich interactive story time full of learning and enjoyment

A bird arrives, alights on a tree, finds a mate, and builds a nest. Soon its eggs will hatch and one brave hatchling will embark on its first flight. A deceptively simple and joyful celebration of the natural cycle of life, this book adds the bonus of removable—and movable—characters and scenery to the bestselling TouchThinkLearn format, featuring the hallmark production technique of glued-on pieces dovetailing with die-cut openings. In this first narrative title in the series, the movable pieces invite and involve the reader in a meaningful and multisensory participation in the story.

Experts and parents agree that interactive books featuring high-contrast visuals stimulate baby's brain development, as well as keep them engaged and entertained. In line with this maxim, Baby Basics™ books were created to encourage tactile exploration, support hand-eye coordination, and help develop strong cognitive skills. And Xavier Deneux's enchanting illustrations of jungle animals combine with simple words to create an eye-catching book that makes a wonderful gift for babies!

This irresistible book invites babies to follow one little boy's whimsical dream as he flies through the air on a magic carpet, climbs up the spine of a dinosaur, and even rides on the back of a whale! BabyBasics™ books encourage tactile exploration, support hand-eye coordination, and help to develop a healthy sense of awareness. With glow-in-the-dark elements to accompany the enchanting illustrations, this beautiful book makes a wonderful gift for newborns.

Featuring spreads with raised, shaped objects that fit into scooped cutouts on their opposite page, these new TouchThinkLearn books offer the youngest learners an opportunity to explore in a hands-on, multisensory way. Seeing the image, tracing its shape, saying its name—these modes of perception combine to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Discover a polar bear by tracing its raised outline on one side, and the concave shape of its cozy den on the other! Related words on each spread offer a springboard for further conversation to encourage the language skills crucial to later successful learning. In a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Jojo is back and excited to explore his world with Fuzzy Rabbit. Venturing from room to room and out to the garden, Jojo is always cheerful even when his toast lands on the floor and especially when he reads his special book with Fuzzy Rabbit. These 6 mini board books make it simple for children to follow along with a small Jojo on his adventures and the innovative box easily becomes an interactive toy house with small Jojo to play with!

Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series!TouchThinkLearn: Build is a tactile board book with removable—and movable—characters and elements.The movable pieces invite and involve the reader in this story of building not only a home, but a family as well.• Made in the landmark TouchThinkLearn format—over 850,000 copies sold in the series!• Educationally rich with brilliant, multisensory aesthetics• Features the toddler-favorite production technique of glued on pieces dovetailing with die-cut openingsTouchThinkLearn: Build perfectly realizes the interactivity of construction by giving readers a hands-on role with 12 toddler-safe play pieces.At the same time, this sturdy board book offers a gentle but powerful message that building a home—and building a family—are important components of life. • Ideal for children ages 2 to 4 years' old• Utilizes puzzle-like play pieces to create a complete on-and off-the-page immersive play experience• Resonates year-round as a go-to new baby gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and more• Perfect for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of construction-loving kids• Add it to the shelf with books like Buildablock by Christopher Franceschelli, Playtown: Construction: A-Lift-the-Flap-Book by Roger Priddy, and Snuggle the Baby by Sara Gillingham.

Fuzz, fur, and feathers--there's so much to discover on the Touch and Explore farm! Introducing Touch And Explore™, Twirl's multisensory series for children who want to do more than just listen! Already bestsellers in their original French editions, these well-crafted interactive titles encourage hands-on engagement, learning, and knowledge retention.Packed with things to touch and farmland facts, this Touch And Explore™, offers a barn-full of farm time fun! Visual learners and pre-readers can get to know which animal is soft, curly, smooth, wooly or silky. They can lift and turn flaps to open the door of a hutch for rabbits, a coop for a hen nestled atop her straw nest. They'll discover who says "bah!", "oink!" or "cluck-cluck!" With over a dozen animals, this farmland feast for eyes, ears, and hands lets kids fully engage with every page.

There's much to see, touch, and discover! Discover interactive learning fun for little hands: Colors, shapes, numbers, and opposites are the building blocks that help children learn about the world around them. In this multi-sensory volume, filled with bright and appealing illustrations, children will learn to name and identify various concepts and the objects that represent them. It's the perfect baby shower gift! • Contains 60 textures that will keep little minds and little fingers engaged through every page• Features many objects familiar in a young child's world • Xavier Deneux's chic, bold style and insightful grasp of what makes younger children think, connect, and smile has resulted in over 100 critically lauded booksThis generously oversized volume of My Big Touch-and-Feel Concepts Book helps young readers build vocabulary and develop picture and word associations.• Great family read-aloud book• Books for kids ages 0–3• Books for preschool children

Meet Jojo, the irresistible young bunny who's every toddler's best friend and the star of this friendly and reassuring first word book! Together with his sister Lulu, Jojo explores scenes of daily life familiar to every child, from mealtime to playtime to bedtime. Cheerful tabs help guide little hands and minds as Jojo shares such first experiences as crossing the street with a parent, learning to ride a bike, and visiting a beach. With almost 200 objects to spot and name and a unique, extra-sturdy format with a carrying handle, Jojo's First Word Book is just right for little ones acquiring early language skills.