Books published by publisher Hinkler Books, distributed by Ideals Publications

Stunning photography, whimsical text, and irresistible animals set the stage for learning in a brilliant, eye-catching new format. The little frog who sticks his head out from behind a SQUARE is surrounded by shapes, a yellow TRIANGLE cheese, a bright gold STAR, a bouncy ROUND ball and more. Each shape is a distinctively, brightly colored object which a child can hear, touch and fully experience -- in an educator-proven strategy of teaching basic concepts. Ages 2-4.

An alphabet book like no other! Stunning photography, whimsical text, and irresistible animals set the stage for learning in a brilliant, eye-catching new format. A fabulous romp through the alphabet -- kids won't even know that they're learning all their letters even as they follow the adventures of a whole menagerie of animals led by the funny cockatoo to be found on every page. Each letter is a distinctively-colored, die-cut object which a child can hear, touch and fully experience -- in an educator-proven strategy of teaching basic concepts. Ages 2-4.

Busy Blocks is an exciting learning series that teaches fun facts, basic vocabulary and picture-word association. Learn all about animals and then have fun with the block photo puzzles. Rotate the 12 lightweight blocks and match shapes, patterns, and pictures to reveal six amazing images. Children will learning about the world around them with the bright, fun photographs. For an extra challenge, children can try to complete the puzzle without looking at the pages. The bonus puzzles complement the book and will develop a child's motor and spatial skills. In this book, children will discover baby animals with words and pictures, and then have fun with the block puzzles. Rotate and match shapes, patterns and pictures to reveal six cute baby animals: duckling, panda cub, puppy, lamb, kitten, and lion cub. Ages 3 and up.

Little girls will love playing at tea parties with their toys, friends, or family with My Pretty Pink Tea Party. This set includes a pretty 17-piece mini tea set, a 16-page sticker book and a 16-page recipe book of yummy cookies and mini-cupcakes. There are fun games and exciting activities in My Pink Sticker Book. My Tea Party Recipes is packed full of delicious recipes and is just right for creating the perfect tea party treats. Ages 8-up.

Write, Slide & Learn! Books are a fun, interactive way to teach children valuable early educational skills. Children simply read the question and fill in the blanks with the special erasable marker included. Then, once they have completed each row, they can slide out the tab to check their answers! The wipe-clean pages allow children repeated practice, while carefully devised activities help them advance their skills as the level of difficulty increases through out the book. Write, Slide & Learn! is a wonderful learning tool and complement to a child's school education.

Little ones will love these brightly colored, padded board books. This appealing series of eight colorful board books presents simple concepts for babies and toddlers. Bold and bright photographs coupled with identifying words will spark object recognition and encourage language skills. Young children will delight in the bright images while getting a head start on learning. The vivid photographs in this volume will be recognizable to any child who's ever played with keys, cuddled a doll, or bounced a ball. Ages newborn-3.

These spiders are creepy ... These spiders are stretchy ... These spiders are ever-so-popular... Pulling these three hungry spiders from their nest will prove irresistible as kids chant along to this comic adventure. Three big, hungry spiders venture out looking for a meal, but one pesky little fly makes sure that they go back right where they belong. Kids will want to do the same, stretching those spiders out on their long, securely-anchored tails, and then watching them recoil back into their web with a resounding SNAP! Ages 3-5.

Little ones will love these brightly colored, padded board books. This appealing series of eight colorful board books presents simple concepts for babies and toddlers. Bold and bright photographs coupled with identifying words will spark object recognition and encourage language skills. Young children will delight in the bright images while getting a head start on learning. Here is a colorful collection of bedtime images that range from pillows, books, and blankets to sleeping puppies and pandas. Ages newborn-3.

Write, Slide & Learn! Books are a fun, interactive way to teach children valuable early educational skills. Children simply read the question and fill in the blanks with the special erasable marker included. Then, once they have completed each row, they can slide out the tab to check their answers! The wipe-clean pages allow children repeated practice, while carefully devised activities help them advance their skills as the level of difficulty increases through out the book. Write, Slide & Learn! is a wonderful learning tool and complement to a child's school education.

Little ones will love these brightly colored, padded board books. This appealing series of eight colorful board books presents simple concepts for babies and toddlers. Bold and bright photographs coupled with identifying words will spark object recognition and encourage language skills. Young children will delight in the bright images while getting a head start on learning. This friendly farm features not only pigs and cows, but tools, boots, and tractors too. Ages newborn-3.