Dinoblock (an Abrams Block Book) -- Christopher Franceschelli, Board Book

Following in the footsteps of the groundbreaking Alphablock and Countablock, Dinoblock features thick pages cut into the shapes of dinosaurs Readers will be introduced to more than 20 different kinds of dinos via die-cuts of their unique silhouettes and the illuminating comparisons to familiar things from a young child's world. I stretch high like the ladder on a fire truck. I am a Brachiosaurus. As children touch the pages, they have a chance to guess the dinosaur and appreciate the uniqueness of its silhouette. A final gatefold delivers a roundup of all the dinos included. This hands-on approach, delivered in colorful pages by hip British design team Peskimo, makes for an immersive, age-appropriate introduction to a favorite topic of childhood.

Author: Christopher Franceschelli
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
Published: 06/30/2015
Pages: 96
Binding Type: Board Book
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 6.40h x 5.50w x 2.00d
ISBN: 9781419716744
Audience: Baby-Preschool

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 05/18/2015
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2015
School Library Journal 10/01/2015 pg. 76
Booklist 11/15/2015 pg. 57
PW Children's Starred Reviews 12/02/2015 pg. 56

About the Author
Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of children's books. He currently runs Chronicle's Handprint imprint and the SmartInk packaging company. A born-and-raised New Yorker, Franceschelli lives with his family in Brooklyn. David Partington is an illustrator based in Bristol, UK. His influences range from mid-century design to Saturday morning cartoons. As part of Peski Studio (formerly Peskimo) he enjoys screen printing, a process which often informs his approach to illustration. David's work can be seen in kids' books, food packaging, and jumbo floor puzzles around the world. He especially enjoys creating characters, drawing friendly robots, and sending them on incredible adventures.