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Aleph by Janik Coat A modern and beautiful large-format rst book of words and pictures to share with the very young.

“This book is calming and makes you savour the moment of looking together with a child. It’s compelling and constructive while appearing so simple” Julia Marshall, Publisher

Through powerful graphic images, contrasting colours and a thoughtful progression...

...Aleph moves from basic shapes and familiar objects to a wider world, full of story, character and wonder.

This progression mirrors babies’ development and interests

Janik Coat’s unforgettable illustrations are perfect for sharing with babies—big, simple images with instant appeal.

The book ends with a playful list of rst words —a baby dictionary—to take the conversation to the next stage.

Aleph is the rst letter of the Hebrew and Arabic alphabets. It symbolises the beginning—and by extension the start of the intelligible world. The author gives words and images to objects that make up babies' visual universe.

Aleph is a rich and surprising book that helps child and adult slow down to share the simple act of looking at images and communicating together.

While this book is intended for babies, it will also appeal to art lovers.