Curious George's Neighborhood: A Lift-The-Flap Adventure FROM THE PUBLISHER
Are you curious about George's neighborhood? Join George and the man with the yellow hat as they spend a day exploring their world! There's a lot to see and alot to learn, in a new format just right for the youngest readers. You'll find concepts like counting, opposites, and matching, plus an unexpected adventure for George and his friends. This oversized board book features more than fifty flaps to keep little hands and minds busy. With vibrant art and new surprises on every page, it's sure to become a favorite for Curious George fans of all ages.
FROM THE CRITICS
Children's Literature - Kathleen Karr
Margret (1906-1996) and H. A. Rey (1898-1977) escaped from war-torn Europe with nothing but the first Curious George manuscript. It was published in New York in 1941, and since then the charming little monkey has become a standard of children's literature. George did not disappear with the Reys' deaths, though. Books based on his character, like this one, continue to appear. Unlike some post-death publishing reincarnations, Houghton Mifflin—George's original publisher—guards his spirit well. Martha Weston has been chosen to recreate the character. She does not mess with a good thing, but keeps the child-like simplicity intact in her illustrations. This sturdy board book with five spreads follows George and his friend, the man with the yellow hat, as they go for a walk through their neighborhood. With the warmth of a Mr. Rogers sketch, the story unfolds naturally. There are babies to be admired, fresh piles of fruit for George to topple, elementary lessons in opposites, and a little lost dog to be found. The many (also sturdy) lift-up flaps add to the fun. Small fingers will be kept busy exploring with Curious George in this toddler-friendly book. 2003, Houghton Mifflin, Ages 2 to 4.
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