![]() ![]() A thoroughly lovely and educational presentation by my favorite author, artist, philosopher, and universal grandpa, Eric Carle. And of course, in classic Carle fashion, there's a surprise at the end of the search. Full of symbols, shapes, and directional words like "in," "behind," and "through," Carle uses specially-cut pages that lead the reader on a literal treasure hunt through the book. In it are specific instructions for where to find his birthday present. A boy named Tim discovers a mysterious coded message in his room on his birthday-eve. ![]() With characteristically wonderful artwork, Carle presents a simple idea. But I get especially happy when I find a new one (or in this case, old one.) First published in West Germany in 1971, The Secret Birthday Message is a little gem. And at the end of the treasure hunt is a wonderful birthday surprise 'Full-color pages, designed with cutout shapes, allow preschool children to fully participate in this enticing adventure.' - Publisher's Weekly On the night before Tim s birthday, he finds a rebus note, a secret message directing him to his gift. I get really, really excited about ANY of Eric Carle's books. ![]()
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