Five Little Friends: A Collection of Finger Rhymes

A one-of-a-kind interactive poetry collection from award-winning author Sean Taylor, stunningly illustrated by Fiona Woodcock, filled with happy finger rhymes that each have their own accompanying action. A must have for any child's library! Babies love when their parents or caregivers talk to them in a fun, lyrical and bouncy way; science shows that they prefer this above all other sounds. In Five Little Friends, Award-winning poet and picture book author Sean Taylor has written 34 original poems that each come with its own accompanying easy-to-follow directions for actions and movement. This unique collection offers parents and caregivers simple and joyful ways to sing and play with their little ones as well as encouraging both children AND grown-ups to use their fingers, hands, arms, legs and even feet to become a stomping elephant, falling snow or bursting fireworks! Held in a big, handsomely sturdy picture book format - just right for sharing - and brought to life by Fiona Woodcock’s fresh and energetic illustrations, this book is sure to help entertain, and engage with, wriggling, rolling babies or busy toddlers. Even MORE than this – finger rhymes are a beautifully simple way to help children develop and work on their fine motor skills while supporting their social and emotional development. - Create some beautiful memories with this must have title for any child’s library. - An ideal title for schools and libraries or any kind of early years setting. - A stunningly designed and deeply practical new baby gift.