TouchThinkLearn: Numbers

by Xavier Deneux

Combining scooped-out die-cuts with raised, shaped elements, TouchThinkLearn books offer youngest learners an irresistible opportunity to explore their universe in a hands-on, multisensory way. See the image, trace its shape, say its name: these modes of perception combine in a dynamic way to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Experience the number “2” both by counting a pair of raised car wheels on one side, and feeling its shape on the other. Contemplate a circle by touching the raised surface of an owl hooting at night on one side, and the form of a moon rising on the other. Featuring a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Counting, Number, Nonfiction, Kids, Mathematics

22 pages, Board Book

First published March 11, 2014

About the author

Xavier Deneux studied at Beaux-Arts de Paris. He has worked as a graphic artist, creating posters and decorations for various industries, and has illustrated more than forty children's books. He lives and works in Paris, France.

Reviews

[Joe Rollin · Rating 5 out of 5]

very ahead of it’s time

[Les livres de Popo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Belle montée en crescendo jusqu’à 10. Image surprenante pour illustrer le chiffre 7. Pas de spoiler 🤐

[Karin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Concept Book: Numbers, counting
Deneux, Xavier. Numbers (2014).
This is a fantastic board book for teaching the youngest emergent readers the concept of numbers and counting! Each double page spread contains a simple and delightful image on the left side and a large corresponding number on the right, all done in bright primary colors with touches of black details. A solid white background on every page really makes the images pop. Text is minimal, with only two or three words to describe the images on the page, “One clown.” Although there is no story line or plot to this book, the tactile qualities invite hands to explore. The numbers are recessed on the page and invite fingers to physically trace them. The images have raised dots to match the number on the opposing page and the descriptive text: one dot on the clown for "One clown", enticing one to touch and count along.
Target audience: ages 1-4.

[Monica · Rating 3 out of 5]

My two-year-old neighbour went through every page asking "is this yellow" for all the dots. Except for the number seven, of course, when all the dots had yellow in them. Very cute book with simple illustrations that are absolutely adorable.

[Heather Jo · Rating 4 out of 5]

lily summer reading 2018, board book, touch and think, numbers

[Miss Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A simple cutout book where the cutouts from one page fit in the cut out from the others side and each page features a number and that number of animals. baby and up

[Alina Hertz · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Vince Stegall · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brady LOVES it. I think it’s too short. Lol.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a nice book that teaches children about numbers and has sensory input.

[Curatorium . · Rating 4 out of 5]

A beautiful aesthetic.

[KaitandMaddie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was great for helping Maddie practice French numbers. Plus, Kait practiced her vocab words.

[The Half-blood Reader]

Sensory interactive children's book for learning numbers.

[Cleo Bhanot · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cleo: 5
Parents: 4

[Barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Young readers have the chance to experience numbers by touching the left-hand page and counting the number of objects, for instance, five different-colored spots on a giraffe, and then running their fingers along the facing page with the number five. Because the shape of the numeral has been hollowed out, they have the chance to draw the number, thus, cementing it in their minds. This is a delightful way to learn an important concept.

[alana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Maybe a 3.5 star book until I can share it with a kid. Each double page spread shows an image on the left and a corresponding number on the right. The image has raised circles that match the number presented. Kids can apparently touch the circles and count up to the number discussed. The numeral on the right is recessed and can be traced easily. Solid white backgrounds, color block illustrations, and red numerals keep things crisp and simple.

[Donalyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this series of books. It's very popular with the grand girls.

[Peacegal · Rating 3 out of 5]

Creative concept!

[Edward Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Inviting and appealing. Great design.