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by Elizabeth Verdick (Author), Marjorie Lisovskis (Author)
English-Spanish bilingual board book celebrates babies and the many loving connections that come from touch.
With soothing black-and-white photographs of babies, whimsical illustrations, and gentle, rhythmic language, this sturdy English-Spanish bilingual board book depicts the many loving connections that come from physical touch. Rock, baby, rock. Tender as can be. Snuggle, baby, snuggle. Rest your head on me. Babies and grown-ups will love the warm and cozy images of babies snuggling up to blankets, stuffed animals, pets, and people. A special section in the back for parents and other caregivers provides cuddling tips in both languages to help parents and babies build emotional connection through cuddle time. Happy Healthy Baby(R) Bilingual Editions Bouncy rhythms and bright photos and illustrations capture the moments and moods of baby's day and hold baby's attention. As the books are shared with them, babies absorb concepts of love, safety, and confidence. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that all parents read to babies from birth. These sturdy-format board books include tips for parents and caregivers in both languages. A perfect gift for baby showers, newborns, and birthdays.Author Biography
Elizabeth Verdick has been writing books since 1997, the year her daughter was born. Her two children are the inspiration for nearly everything she writes. Before becoming an author, Elizabeth edited books for children and parents.
These days she writes books for babies, toddlers, teens, and every age in between. She especially loves creating new board books. The Happy Healthy Baby(R) series is designed to capture the interest of the littlest readers. Elizabeth's Toddler Tools(R) series helps young children and their parents cope with those tough times and transitions that happen every day (like naptime and bedtime). In the Best Behavior(R) series, she helps toddlers reach new milestones and improve their day-to-day behavior.
Elizabeth also enjoys getting the chance to look at the funny side of life in the Laugh and Learn(R) series, which helps kids ages 8-13 get a handle on the social-emotional skills they're developing throughout the elementary and middle school years. She's also coauthor of The Survival Guide for Kids with Autism Spectrum Disorder (And Their Parents), which offers kids with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) their own comprehensive resource for both understanding their condition and finding tools to cope with the challenges they face every day.
Elizabeth lives and writes near St. Paul, Minnesota.
Marjorie Lisovskis has been writing and editing books for children, teachers, and parents for more than thirty years and has a special interest in creating books that help young children see themselves as confident, capable, and loved.
Along with the Happy Healthy Baby(R) series, she is the co-author (with Elizabeth Verdick) of How to Take the Grrrr Out of Anger. Marjorie has two grown children and three grandchildren.
She lives with her husband in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
