HELEN OXENBURY'S BOOKS FOR BABIES, TODDLERS, AND PRESCHOOLERS

Helen Oxenbury was one of the first children's book author/illustrators to design board books for babies and toddlers.  It must be that thoughtful attention to detail that makes her illustrations of young ones so authentic and appealing.  We especially liked her TOM AND PIPPO series and her illustrations in the book WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, by Michael Rosen.  Here are some more of her wonderful books:

BABY AND TODDLER BOARD BOOKS (a few of her many titles)
I SEE



I TOUCH



HELPING



SAY GOODNIGHT



CLAP HANDS



TICKLE, TICKLE




TOM AND PIPPO SERIES (Ages 2-5)
In this series for toddlers and preschoolers, young Tom and his constant companion - stuffed monkey animal friend, Pippo - have many simple, sweet adventures that are just right for the youngest book lovers.
"Oxenbury understands her audience; young people as well as adults will find pleasure in repeated readings of these unassuming gems, and no one will be able to resist the facial expressions and postures of the long-suffering Pippo," (Ellen Fader, from Horn Book).  There are about 15 titles, most are out of print, but can be found at the library or used, on Amazon.

Tom and Pippo See the Moon, Tom and Pippo Read a Story, Tom and Pippo in the Snow,Tom and Pippo and the Dog, Tom and Pippo Go for a Walk, Tom and Pippo Go Shopping,Tom and Pippo Make a Mess,

Tom and Pippo in the Garden, Tom and Pippo and the Washing Machine, Tom and Pippo and the Bicycle,

Tom and Pippo Make a Friend, At Home with Tom and Pippo, Pippo Gets Lost, Tom and Pippo on the Beach, Tom and Pippo's Day

PICTURE BOOK
WE'RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT, by Michael Rosen, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.  "We're going on a bear hunt.  We're going to catch a big one. What a beautiful day!  We're not scared."  My kids absolutely loved this book!  Oxenbury's pictures are so endearing and bring the text to life.  Great read aloud!  (Ages 4-8)