Tap the Magic Tree -- Christie Matheson - Hardcover
The acclaimed interactive picture book about the changing seasons. "Like Herv Tullet's Press Here, Matheson's Tap the Magic Tree proves you don't need apps for interactivity," praised the New York Times.
Every book needs you to turn the pages. But not every book needs you to tap it, shake it, jiggle it, or even blow it a kiss. Innovative and timeless, Tap the Magic Tree asks you to help one lonely tree change with the seasons. Now that's interactive--and magical
It begins with a bare brown tree. But tap that tree, turn the page, and one bright green leaf has sprouted Tap again--one, two, three, four--and four more leaves have grown on the next page. Pat, clap, wiggle, jiggle, and see blossoms bloom, apples grow, and the leaves swirl away with the autumn breeze. The collage-and-watercolor art evokes the bright simplicity of Lois Ehlert and Eric Carle and the interactive concept will delight fans of Pat the Bunny. Combining a playful spirit and a sense of wonder about nature, Christie Matheson has created a new modern classic that is a winner in every season--and every story time
And don't miss the follow-up, Touch the Brightest Star
Author: Christie Matheson
Publisher: Greenwillow Books
Published: 08/27/2013
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.80h x 9.80w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9780062274458
Audience: Ages 4-8
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award - Nominee
Award: Kentucky Bluegrass Award - Nominee
Award: Volunteer State Book Awards - Nominee
Award: Texas 2x2 Reading List - Recommended
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2013
Publishers Weekly 07/01/2013
School Library Journal 08/01/2013 pg. 83
Booklist 10/15/2013 pg. 56
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2014 pg. 76
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2014 pg. 12 - Superior,Well Above Average