Pinocchio (Volume 6)

by Carly Madden, Cynthia Alonso (Illustrator)

Journey into the world of Pinocchio in this exquisite board book, which introduces the classic story to the youngest children with beautiful illustrations, and innovative peek-through layered pages. ​Pinocchio combines a simple narrative with die-cut holes and high-contrast illustrations to create a captivating storytelling experience that encourages tactile interaction. Turn each page to delight in the increasingly expansive spreads as Pinocchio's journey is brought to life, from his beginnings in Geppetto's workshop to his magical encounter with the Blue Fairy to his eventual lifting of the curse to become a real boy. Keep the magic of Pinocchio alive for the next generation with this gorgeous interactive retelling , which kids will love to read again and again. The Layer-by-Layer series of interactive board books introduces the youngest children to classic stories through beautifully layered pages featuring bright, contemporary illustrations, die cuts and gentle text. The illustrations, and wonders, expand as each new layer is revealed. Other titles in the series include The Little Mermaid, Sleeping Beauty, and The Jungle Book .

14 pages, Board Book

Published May 3, 2022

Reviews

[The Silvan Reverie | Sarah Street]

This is an interesting approach to a classic story -- making it accessible for a younger audience in its simple text and vivid die-cut layer-by-layer pages. It's a beautiful book -- lots to enjoy on each page. Obviously the story is simplified and feels a bit disjointed so there are aspects that will feel odd to an adult reader familiar with the story. Pinocchio also has some intense themes that I think the target age range (0-5 year olds) might find troublesome.

I think some young children will enjoy this but there is not a powerful enough narrative to bring them back to it for a second read.

***Note: I was given a review copy of this book via Quarto Kids. Opinions are my own.