Overview
From the award-winning photographer David Ellwand — a celebration of babies in all their marvelous individuality.The ultimate gift book for mothers-to-be and others anticipating a new arrival!
Every day in the world, more than 350,000 babies are born. That's 14,500 per hour, 245 per minute, 4 per second . . . and each one is unique. And never is that miracle portrayed more stunningly than in the luminous photographs of David Ellwand — an infant gazing intently with balled-up fists; tiny toes and fingers as delicate as flowers; a medley of babies' faces, close up and radiantly expressive. Interspersed with quotes that will resonate with grown-up readers, BABY UNIQUE is sure to fascinate the youngest of listeners, who will see themselves reflected in its enchanting images.
Synopsis
From the award-winning photographer David Ellwand — a celebration of babies in all their marvelous individuality.The ultimate gift book for mothers-to-be and others anticipating a new arrival!
Every day in the world, more than 350,000 babies are born. That's 14,500 per hour, 245 per minute, 4 per second . . . and each one is unique. And never is that miracle portrayed more stunningly than in the luminous photographs of David Ellwand — an infant gazing intently with balled-up fists; tiny toes and fingers as delicate as flowers; a medley of babies' faces, close up and radiantly expressive. Interspersed with quotes that will resonate with grown-up readers, BABY UNIQUE is sure to fascinate the youngest of listeners, who will see themselves reflected in its enchanting images.
Publishers Weekly
Proud parents will want David Ellwand's (of Fairie-ality fame) Baby: Unique Moments, a Record Book. Spanning the course of a child's first year, this elegantly designed paper-over-board volume contains inspirational quotes plus plenty of space to store pictures and other keepsakes, as well as to record important events such as a child's first laugh or first steps. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.
Editorials
Publishers Weekly
Proud parents will want David Ellwand's (of Fairie-ality fame) Baby: Unique Moments, a Record Book. Spanning the course of a child's first year, this elegantly designed paper-over-board volume contains inspirational quotes plus plenty of space to store pictures and other keepsakes, as well as to record important events such as a child's first laugh or first steps. Copyright 2006 Reed Business Information.Children's Literature
Perfect as a gift book or coffee table book, this breathtaking volume contains more than 100 beautiful black-and-white photographs of babies and all of their irresistibly huggable parts, accompanied by a thoughtful collection of baby-related quotations. The amazing close-up photos focus on all of the unique and adorable baby features that make adults and children coo with delight—from delicate eyelashes and chubby cheeks to tiny fingers and wiggly toes. This wonderful resource not only celebrates various stages of infancy from newborns to walking infants, but it also perfectly captures the wide range of emotions expressed by these small angels. The well-selected quotes feature interesting thoughts and observations by new parents, as well as a variety of well-known individuals such as Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Vincent van Gogh, Deepak Chopra, Mark Twain, and Erma Bombeck. Every baby is unique and this marvelous book successfully illustrates the importance of individuality and the role it plays in creating one-of-a-kind individuals who will explore new experiences and have exciting lives. This book makes a great gift selection for parents-to-be or new parents. 2005, Candlewick Press, Ages 3 up.—Debra Briatico