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My Big Boy Undies

Name: My Big Boy Undies
Author: Karen Katz
ISBN: 9780448457055

by Karen Katz

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Overview

What parent doesn't cherish that much-anticipated moment when toddlers graduate from diapers to underpants? Here is a great board book that celebrates the grand occasion with a proud toddler boy on the cover wearing undies in real fabric.

Synopsis

Get toddlers excited for potty training with this Karen Katz board book just for boys!

When little boys graduate from diapers to underpants, it's a very big deal! Bright illustrations and fun, simple text from Karen Katz will show toddlers that saying goodbye to diapers can be fun--and even a special occassion! It's the perfect gift for potty training toddlers, and a wonderful way for parents to celebrate this much-anticipated moment.

About the Author, Karen Katz

Karen Katz lives in New York, New York.

Biography

From painting and sculpture to quiltmaking and costume design, Karen Katz has been making art in one form or another all her life. But it was not until she and her husband adopted a baby from Guatemala that she considered a career in children's books. Published in 1997, her debut picture book, Over the Moon, told the story of one adoptive family's happy beginnings in a country far away. Since then, Katz has gone on to create many award-winning picture, board, and novelty books that capture the joys of childhood in simple storylines, vibrant colors, and winsome illustrations. Some include count-down elements (Counting Kisses, Ten Tiny Tickles) or interactive features (Where Is Baby's Belly Button?, Peek-A-Baby); still others introduce holiday traditions (My First Kwanzaa, My First Chinese New Year) or reinforce good habits, manners, or behavior (Excuse Me!, No Biting!, I Can Share).

Perhaps the secret to Katz's success (besides the undeniable appeal of her signature round-headed babies!) can be summed up in this quote taken directly from the author/artist's website: "When an idea for a story pops into my head, I ask these questions: Will a child want to read this book? Will parents want to read this book with their children? Will this book make a child laugh? Will this book make a parent and child feel something? Is there something visual here that will hold a child's interest? Will a child see something in a different way after reading this book? If the answer to any of those questions is 'yes,' then I know I'm on the right track."

Good To Know

Katz explains the difference between designing picture books and board books in this way:

Picture books usually have more words in them but they tell more of a narrative story. Board books are usually simpler. They are generally 6 spreads and are about one concept. When I create a board book, I try to make something that is very interactive for the baby, with flaps and pull tabs and lots of surprises. Board books are a perfect size for a baby's hand to hold and touch. Babies can have an experience all by them selves with a good board book and can also have a good lap-time experience with a mommy or daddy or caregiver. Picture books take a little more care since the pages can rip. With a board book, you can throw it in a stroller, chew on the corners and even wipe off mashed peas.

Katz has received numerous awards for her work, including:

Smithsonian, People, and Parent Guide magazines Best Books designation, all 1997, all for Over the Moon

Bill Martin, Jr. Picture Book Award nomination, Florida Reading Association Award nomination, and Child magazine Best Book designation, all 2000, all for The Colors of Us

National Parenting Publications Gold Award, and Child magazine Best Book designation, both 2001, and Bank Street School Books Committee Best Book designation, 2002, all for Counting Kisses

Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Seal Award, 2002, for Counting Kisses and Twelve Hats for Lena.

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Editorials

Children's Literature - Mary Quattlebaum

In separate board books—one for each gender—a cheery girl and an exuberant boy introduce youngsters to the concept of underpants (and greater independence), announcing, "I used to wear diapers and someone had to change them. Now I put on my undies all by myself." A multicultural cast of little characters and caretakers of both sexes highlight the universality of this important childhood milestone and make the book applicable to any household. The colorful pictures and simple, child-centered text can help prepare children as well as applaud their accomplishment. And little ones will love the celebratory array of undies, with their floral, fire truck and dinosaur patterns. Reviewer: Mary Quattlebaum