With a lyrical text and rich illustrations, this is a wonderful way to learn the alphabet and a heartwarming tribute to life at the start of the 20th century. At the first annual states party, Virginia and Idaho hatch a plan to swap spots so each can see another part of the country. Before the party is over, all the states decide to switch places. In the beginning, every state is happy in its new location. But soon things start to go wrong.
Young readers can identify their favorite states by color, size, and shape.
Apple's expressive illustrations and Shaw's minimal text make this an extremely clever read-aloud. A caterpillar hatches out of his egg and is very hungry. Little holes cut in the pages allow toddlers to wiggle their fingers through the food, just like the caterpillar. Vivid and colorful illustrations and ingenious layered pages help preschoolers learn the days of the week, how to count, and how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly. Marc Brown presents a highly palatable introduction to art.