Welcome, Baby!: Baby Rhymes for Baby Times

From Publishers Weekly Created especially for the youngest set, Welcome, Baby! Baby Rhymes for Baby Times by Stephanie Calmenson, illus. by Melissa Sweet, presents more than 30 verses alongside Sweet's nursery-friendly paintings. Original works include a bathtime chant ("Splishy, Splashy"), "Silly Toe Song" and, for goodnight, "Butterfly Kiss" ("A Butterfly/ Fluttered by/ And gave a kiss/ Just like this"). Ages 6 mos.-2 yrs.Copyright 2002 Reed Business Information, Inc. From School Library Journal reSchool-This adorable compendium of original rhymes begins with an infant's birth. "Somebody special/Is due any day./Everyone's happy because/Baby's on the way!" Sweet and playful rhymes about the daily activities of babies and toddlers continue. "I see a baby/Whose diaper is wet./I know how wet/A diaper can get." Gradually the youngsters become a little older. "We're having a party!/Will you please come?/It's a special day-/Baby turns one!" The selections are whimsical and lively and are sure to grab the attention of even the littlest listeners. Sweet's bright, colorful watercolors depict children and families engaging in activities such as playing, clapping, changing diapers, and taking baths. Colors, ABCs, counting, and animal sounds are also introduced. The soft, round characters are pleasing to the eye and complement the rhymes perfectly. A wonderful addition to any picture-book collection.