Comparrotives: A Board Book

by Janik Coat

From the creators of Hippopposites , Rhymoceros , and Llamaphones comes a new board book about comparatives

In this oversize board book, young readers will learn about comparative adjectives via a very humorous parrot—from noisy and noisier, to messy and messier, to happy and happier when it finally finds a friend. As with the previous books in the series, Comparrotives features surprising touch-and-feel novelty elements throughout—making the comparatives concept easy and fun to learn.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Animals, Birds, Humor, Juvenile, Language

36 pages, Board Book

Published June 8, 2021

About the author

Janik Coat is an author, illustrator, and graphic designer. She works extensively with agencies, collectives, and various French publishers. She is a frequent guest speaker at fine art schools and regularly exhibits her work in galleries. She lives in Paris.

Reviews

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

First sentence: Noisy....noisier

Premise/plot: Comparrotives is a nonfiction concept book for little ones 'teaching' about comparative adjectives. Each spread features a PARROT illustrating the two. Think: messy AND messier, sleepy AND sleepier, etc. The illustrations really make this book work.

My thoughts: Apparently this book is part of a larger series (thought not all star a parrot of course). Other books include Hippopposites, Rhymoceros, and Llamaphones.

I think the concept being taught could be appreciated by a wider audience than just toddlers and preschoolers. For example, when you're learning to write and compose in elementary school (first, second, third, etc.) I'm not sure school teachers would want a board book to illustrate the concept or not.

I thought the book was surprisingly funny. Perhaps if I'd read the other books in the series I'd have had a better idea what to expect.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

So cute!

[Olivia · Rating 5 out of 5]

See my full review here: https://www.yabookscentral.com/kidsfi...

COMPARROTIVES is a great way to introduce the concept of "-er" as more. Beginning with noisy and noisier and traveling through comparisons of emotion, weather, and more, the book gives many illustrations of comparatives all using a cute parrot. Although a simple concept, the board book really conveys everything so well and manages to teach a complex idea well. The colorful and sometimes touchable images illustrate the concepts perfectly.

What I loved: This is such a delightful way to teach a complex concept. The parrot throughout manages to demonstrate each of the comparatives in a fun way. Some of the favorites are close and closer, where the parrot's face takes up the closer page, as he gets "closer" to the reader, and soft and softer, where the parrot is snuggling a stuffed animal for soft, and laying on a touchably soft blanket for softer. The added texture in some of the scenes really adds to the engagement and increases learning for young minds. The font is large and easily readable, made to share with older infants and toddlers.

Final verdict: A charming and educational board book, COMPARROTIVES is a delightful learning experience for infants and toddlers. With a cute parrot and a simple concept, this book is one that children and parents can enjoy.

Please note that I received a review copy. All opinions are my own.

[bell1691 · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son is one and LOVES this book although he’s not a fan of most books currently. It is great because it has just one word per page and is easy to make sounds or act out! When we say “angry” and “angrier” my husband and I can act mad or madder or raise a voice or move the book “faster” or “closer” so my son likes the sounds, contrasts, and interactions. Also a few pages have things he can touch which is fun, too! This is one of the few books he has kind of asked to see again. I am going to try to check out the other books in the series.

[Edward Sullivan · Rating 5 out of 5]

This oversize board book introduces young readers to comparative adjectives via a humorous parrot—from noisy and noisier, to messy and messier, to happy and happier when it finally finds a friend. Another great concept book from the creators of Hippopposites, Rhymoceros, and Llamaphones.

[Kirsti Call · Rating 5 out of 5]

Filled with humor from the very first page (and Title!) , Comparrotives, teaches toddlers about comparatives. Bright illustrations and novelty elements make this hilarious concept book even more fun. From messy to messier, noisy to noisier to happy and happier, this concept book cleverly makes comparatives a laugh out loud experience. LOVE LOVE LOVE

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Using two parrots (or maybe only one doing double duty) the author/illustrator compares one parrot's situations to another's. Example - one parrot is shown in a sky with a few clouds ... "Cloud." On the facing page a parrot can hardly be seen because of many clouds ... "Cloudier."
Beautifully illustrated board book.

[Deb (Readerbuzz) Nance · Rating 4 out of 5]

Learn about adjectives with a parrot friend in Comparrotives. Author/illustrator Janik Coat uses humor and clever illustrations of a colorful parrot to explain the meanings of both common adjectives and their comparative forms.

[Shaye Miller · Rating 4 out of 5]

I was able to ILL this book to finish my goal of reading all the CYBILS 2021 finalists. In Janik Coat's simplistic style, we see mostly humorous examples of comparatives (or "comparrotives"), all done with parrots.

[Rebecca Caufman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple illustration of the -er ending and how it changes the meaning of a word.

[Pinky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Learn about comparatives with parrots.

[Kayla · Rating 5 out of 5]

super cute and great for teaching little ones about comparing

[Liz De Coster]

This is one to come back to, she liked the visuals but wasn't picking up on the language yet.

[Emma · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great winner in the concept book series. A huge fan.

[Beth · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored the parrot, and would have fun showing this to a toddler and then letting them sit with it on their own.

[Alicia Evans · Rating 3 out of 5]

For: readers wanting a silly grammar-based book.

Possible red flags: gets to feel repetitive.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love love love!!! Will be sharing with my students asap!!!!

[Tara]

West Fargo library.

[Megan Gery · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cute. I want more.

[Annie + Fos · Rating 4 out of 5]

So fun! We read it a couple times in a row. Annie loved the comparisons and the pictures.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved this, great colors, some tactile experiences, and funny for all ages.

[L.A. · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is part of a great series. These comparatives were cinchy for my kindergartner, so just be sure to target the toddler audience.

[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Immediately rushes to get the others in this series. So fun!

[Lauren]

Least favorite of the series. Still fun but not as much as the others.

[Chrisanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay. The end got me. Wasn't expecting it at all.

[TJE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great for introducing comparatives for toddlers. One word per page, large illustrations.

[TFE · Rating 3 out of 5]

Large illustrations, one per page. Good for under 1 engagement.

[Maeve · Rating 2 out of 5]

Children are introduced to comparative adjectives with the help of a parrot.

[The Book Squirrel · Rating 5 out of 5]

In this book, a parrot shows readers the difference between comparatives (fast-faster; cold-colder; angry-angrier). It's simple, the illustrations are great, and it's a fantastic introduction to this grammar concept for preschoolers and junior primary. A must-read for the baby genius!

I like that some of the illustrations are tactile.

Love it!!

[Liese · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best in category: English grammar board book.