Books in First Look At... series

In First Look and Find: Handy Manny, Handy Manny has lots of work today and is getting ready to visit his many customers who need help fixing things. Based on the popular Disney TV character, this Look and Find book for toddlers presents fascinating, action-packed scenes that will keep young children busy. Each two-page spread includes a scenario and provides an illustrated list of items for your child to find. Scenarios include: Manny s workroom, where children can help Manny find the tools he ll need throughout the day Mr. Lopart s candy shop, where Manny needs to fix a broken table and readers can spot the candy jars that spilled Kelly s hardware store, where Manny goes to buy painting supplies and his helpers can find the items he needs A construction site, where Manny will pitch in and children can pitch in by locating his safety gear Mrs. Portillo s Café, where Manny has lunch with his grandpa Abuelito and young readers can find the food on the menu Marty s Magic Shop, where kids can search for the sale items that Manny needs to fix Cassie s Pet Shop, where Manny is putting up new shelves and young readers can search for and find the different animalsThis book includes Spanish phrases on each page and will keep toddlers interest while they: Search, point, and match Make comparisons Discover concepts such as size, shape, and color Follow simple directions Read a book aloneAdditional learning ideas are included for parents to use in working with their children on: Counting in Spanish and English Identifying shapes and colors Recognizing rhymes Learning the alphabet and letter soundsFeatures of First Look and Find: Handy Manny include: No reading required A soft padded cover A parental guide for interactive learning ideas Sturdy board pages that wipe clean and resist rips and tear to extend the life of the bookFirst Look and Find: Handy Manny conforms to the Specifications for Toy Safety of ASTM F963-07.

The First Look series has become established as one of the most useful topic and reference series. Illustrated throughout with high-quality colour artwork and photographs, the series covers a wide range of subjects from natural history and science to transport and technology. The straightforward presentation and clear layout make the books ideal as a first information series.

Barron's A First Look At books explore the dynamics in relationships among children of preschool through early school age, and encourage kids to understand personal and social problems as a first step toward solving them. Written by an experienced psychotherapist and counselor, these books promote positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers. The language in each book is simple and direct--easy for younger children to understand. Full-color illustrations on every page. This approachable picture book explores the difficult issue of bullying among children. It helps kids accept the normal fears and worries that accompany bullying, and suggests ways to resolve this upsetting experience.

Barron's A First Look At books explore the dynamics in relationships among children of preschool through early school age, and encourage kids to understand personal and social problems as a first step toward solving them. Written by an experienced psychotherapist and counselor, these books promote positive interaction among children, parents, and teachers. The language in each book is simple and direct--easy for younger children to understand. Full-color illustrations on every page. This approachable picture book explores the difficult issue of bullying among children. It helps kids accept the normal fears and worries that accompany bullying, and suggests ways to resolve this upsetting experience.