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The Big ABC Trace, Color & Play Book

Name: The Big ABC Trace, Color & Play Book
Author: Michael Bennett

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A 5-in-1 preschool activity book for letter tracing, phonics, first words, numbers, shapes, feelings and mazes.

Designed forParents, caregivers and educators buying for ages 2 to 5

Available formatPaperback and hardcover

5-in-1 activities
Early phonics
Fine-motor practice

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Written by Michael Bennett and published by Growth Lab Press

Inside the activity book

What is inside this 5-in-1 preschool activity book?

The Big ABC Trace, Color & Play Book combines early letter practice with short activities for numbers, shapes, feelings and mazes. Adults can choose one page at a time for shared practice with children ages 2 to 5.

Letters, phonics and first wordsPractise letter shapes, early sounds and familiar words through short supported activities.
Numbers, shapes and feelingsMove between early number practice, shape recognition and simple feelings activities.
Tracing, colouring and mazesUse varied pages for pencil practice, colouring and playful problem solving.

Common questions

Answers for parents, caregivers and educators.

What ages is the activity book designed for?

It is designed for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2 to 5 with support from a parent, caregiver or educator.

What activities are included?

It includes letter tracing, phonics, first words, numbers, shapes, feelings and mazes.

How should an adult use the book with a child?

Choose one short activity, read the instruction together and follow the child's interest and energy.

Which formats are available?

The book is listed in paperback and hardcover formats.

Practical next steps

How to use this book.

Use the book in a way that respects the reader, the setting and the purpose described on this page.

Choose one short activityStart with tracing, phonics, first words, numbers, shapes, feelings or a maze based on the child's interest.
Work alongside the childRead the instruction, describe the page and allow time for tracing, colouring and play.
Keep practice encouragingRepeat favourite activities and stop when interest fades. Treat the book as shared practice rather than a test.

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