Opposites Boynton on Board Book Review: Big, Small, Up and Down
Sandra Boynton's board book of opposites, from big and small to wet and dry, with playful rhymes and sturdy pages for toddlers and preschoolers.
Big and small, up and down, wet and dry. A toddler learns these words while climbing on sofas and splashing in buckets. A good opposites book gives those everyday moments a name.
This Opposites Boynton on Board book review looks at Sandra Boynton's board book: what is inside, how the pictures work, who it suits and what little ones learn.
The short answer Opposites is a board book in Sandra Boynton's Boynton on Board series. Each page shows a pair of contrasting ideas, such as big and small, up and down or fast and slow, with colourful pictures and playful rhymes. With sturdy pages and a compact size, it suits toddlers and preschoolers building their vocabulary.
ISBN: 9780671449032
Opposites Boynton on Board book review: what is inside
The book introduces young readers to opposites through simple, engaging pictures.
Each page shows a pair of contrasting ideas, such as big and small, up and down, or fast and slow, with colourful images that bring them to life.
Sturdy pages and playful rhymes make it ideal for toddlers and preschoolers who are learning about the world and growing their vocabulary.
Why parents and little ones love it
Parents, caregivers and young children like its pictures, simple text and interactive feel.
It is a fun, easy way to learn about opposites, a basic idea in early childhood. The rhymes hold attention, and the board book format is durable and easy for little hands to hold.
Sandra Boynton's illustrations
The pictures are bright and playful, full of lovable characters and objects.
Each page shows a contrasting pair, such as big and small, happy and sad, or wet and dry. The art is simple, so young children can spot and understand the opposites easily, and the animals and everyday objects keep it fun.
Opposites Boynton on Board book for kids: how it helps
It is a board book for toddlers and preschoolers. The sturdy pages and compact size are perfect for little hands, whether reading alone or with a grown-up.
Skills it builds
- Language and vocabulary: simple text and colourful pictures introduce new words.
- Thinking skills: comparing contrasting ideas builds early cognitive skills.
- Hands-on learning: the interactive format encourages exploring and lays a foundation for later learning.
Play tip After reading, act the opposites out: stand tall, curl up small, walk fast, walk slow. Toddlers remember words better when their bodies are in on it.
About the author and illustrator, Sandra Boynton
Sandra Boynton is a celebrated author and illustrator known for her playful art and storytelling. Her Boynton on Board series includes many board books that entertain and teach young readers.
Similar books about opposites
- "Big and Little" by Liesbet Slegers
- "My First Book of Opposites" by Alain Grée
- "Opposites: Slide and Learn Interactive Board Book" by Roger Priddy
Gift it right: Opposites as a birthday gift
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Frequently asked questions
Who wrote Opposites Boynton on Board?
Sandra Boynton, who wrote and illustrated it as part of her Boynton on Board series.
What age is Opposites for?
It is a board book for toddlers and preschoolers.
What opposites are in the book?
Pairs such as big and small, up and down, fast and slow, happy and sad, and wet and dry.
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