The First Word

An accessible exploration of a burgeoning new field: the incredible evolution of language The first popular book to recount the exciting, very recent developments in tracing the origins of language, The First Word is at the forefront of a controversial, compelling new field. Acclaimed science writer Christine Kenneally explains how a relatively small group of scientists that include Noam Chomsky and Steven Pinker assembled the astounding narrative of how the fundamental process of evolution produced a linguistic ape-in other words, us. Infused with the wonder of discovery, this vital and engrossing book offers us all a better understanding of the story of humankind.

This delightful book introduces very little children to over 150 everyday words. Elisa Ferro's bright and vibrant illustrations are full of things to spot and talk about, and bring this new vocabulary to life. Helps children to build their vocabulary and develop early reading skills. Encourages word and picture recognition. Quirky details to engage young readers.

There are over 270 familiar words in this delightfully illustrated book. Themes include animals, food, farm noises, and things that go.

Roger Priddy’s Big Board First 100 Words is a perfect children’s book offering simple everyday words for infants and toddlers to develop their vocabulary. Featuring 100 beautiful color photographs, this tough board book introduces words and phrases of animals, toys, vehicles, and items used for mealtimes, bathtimes, and bedtimes that are ideal for children aged 2 and up to learn how to read and identify objects.

Teaching your little one their first words is as easy as A B C with this fun board book! Jump-start your toddler's ability to communicate and talk! Packed with fun-filled pictures, things to name, and simple questions and activities. This engaging pre-school book is creatively designed to help your kids find their first words. Can you spot the fluffy teddy bear? Where is the fluttering butterfly? From toys and farm animals to shapes and things that go. Your child will love pointing to and naming the different objects. This is the perfect first-word book for any curious toddler. This activity book has strong board pages made especially for young children. The chunky tabs, on the top or the side, are easy to grab to help with early motor control. Pre-schoolers will quickly recognise the colourful objects on the tab which will take them straight to the pages they love. Each section of this educational book is dedicated to a different theme, such as pets, seaside, or fruits. There are easy to read labels so your little one can sound out the words with you. Read the fun text together and help your little ones develop their speaking, listening, and observational skills as they learn to identify objects. This adorable picture book is the perfect way to introduce babies and toddlers to speaking and listening. It will also boost their language development. Let's Get Talking - Bright clear photographs of everything from a goldfish to a puppy. - Chunky tabbed book to improve dexterity. - Easy to read text with names and descriptions to encourage language development. More from DK Books: Since toddlers are experiencing lots of things for the first time, we've made lots of My First tabbed board books! Look below for other great titles including My First Numbers andLet's Get Counting.

To celebrate 40 years of Max and Ruby, we are publishing MAX'S FIRST WORD in a new lap-sized board book format! Older sister Ruby tries to teach Max some simple words. "Say 'apple,' Max," says Ruby. "Say 'egg.' " But Max has his own ideas about what his first big word will be. When first published in 1979, Rosemary Wells's Max's First Word set a new standard in board books. Using very few words and hilarious pictures, Wells tells an entire story in only twelve pages, with content that is perfect for the youngest reader. Showcased in a new lap-sized board book format, this classic title will delight a new generation.

#1 New York Times Bestseller! Your baby's first word will be . . . "Dada!" Right? Everyone knows that fathers wage a secret campaign to ensure that their babies' first word is "Dada!" But how does it work? One of the most popular entertainers in the world and NBC's The Tonight Show host, Jimmy Fallon, shows you how.