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Jun 10, 2002 | ISBN 9780698118959 | 3-7 years Buy
Apr 29, 1992 | ISBN 9780399222610 | 3-7 years Buy
Mar 13, 2012 | ISBN 9780399549199 | 3-7 years Buy
Mar 15, 2012 | Baby-3 Buy
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Jun 10, 2002 | ISBN 9780698118959 | 3-7 years
Apr 29, 1992 | ISBN 9780399222610 | 3-7 years
Mar 13, 2012 | ISBN 9780399549199 | 3-7 years
Mar 15, 2012 | ISBN 9780399257421 | Baby-3
“It’s a pillar,” says one. “It’s a fan,” says another. One by one, the seven blind mice investigate the strange Something by the pond. And one by one, they come back with a different theory. It’s only when the seventh mouse goes out-and explores the whole Something-that the mice see the whole truth. Based on a classic Indian tale, Ed Young’s beautifully rendered version is a treasure to enjoy again and again.“Immensely appealing.”(The Horn Book, starred review)
The Caldecott Honor book and modern classic now in boardbook format. Finally! Nearly twenty years ago, Ed Young translated the ancient parable of the seven blind men and the elephant into a modern children’s classic, one as simple as it is profound. A lesson in colors, numbers, the days of the week and most important, knowledge, this beautifully illustrated book has stood the test of time and continues to entertain and teach. Now in board book format, even the youngest children can experience the beauty and wisdom.
Caldecott medalist Ed Young was born in Tientsin, China, and brought up in Shanghai. He cites the philosophy of Chinese painting as an inspiration for much of his work. “A Chinese painting is often accompanied by words,” he explains; “they… More about Ed Young
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