Where Is Baby's Belly Button? A Lift-the-Flap Book
#1 of 33 in Karen Katz Lift-the-Flap Books Series
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What’s inside...
This is a delightful interactive board book that encourages infants to explore their bodies. Each page asks the baby to find a different body part like eyes, ears, mouth and of course, the belly button, and provides a lift-the-flap answer. Karen Katz's adorable babies play peekaboo in this delightful interactive book. The sturdy format and easy-to-lift flaps are perfect for parents and children to share. 'Where are Baby's hands? Under the bubbles!' is one of the fun prompts that engage children as they read.
Discussion points
What other parts of the body can we find? Let's name some!
Why do you think the baby's belly button is hiding? Where else could it be?
How do you think the baby feels when we find his belly button?
Can you think of a time when you played hide and seek like the baby's belly button?
What's your favorite part of the book and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use enthusiastic and curious tones to make the search for the baby’s belly button more exciting. Encourage your child to guess what might be under each flap before lifting it. After reading, play a gentle game of finding each other’s belly button to connect the story to a fun physical activity. This not only makes the reading interactive but also helps in bodily awareness and bonding.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Body Awareness
Explanation: This book teaches young children to identify different parts of their body by engaging them to lift the flaps and discover where the baby’s belly button, mouth, and eyes are.
Real-World Application: Understanding body parts helps children communicate their needs and discomforts more effectively, enhancing their personal development and safety.
Example Lesson: Interactive Learning
Explanation: ‘Where Is Baby’s Belly Button?’ encourages interaction with its lift-the-flap design, prompting children to think and predict before revealing the answer.
Real-World Application: This interactive element fosters curiosity and engagement, skills that are beneficial in all learning environments.
Example Lesson: Cause and Effect
Explanation: By lifting the flaps to reveal hidden body parts, children learn the concept of cause and effect through physical interaction.
Real-World Application: Understanding cause and effect can help children grasp more complex concepts in science and everyday decision-making as they grow.
Example Lesson: Language Skills
Explanation: The repetitive and simple text in the book aids in vocabulary development and language skills as children name the body parts.
Real-World Application: Improved language skills can lead to better communication and reading abilities in school settings.