That's Not My Tiger
By Fiona Watt
Five tigers invite curious little fingers to discover surprising textures—and a cheeky mouse hiding nearby.
Pageticker community rating
Average score: 4.6
From 5 readers
What do our readers think of That's Not My Tiger? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)
Children enjoy stroking the different textures, spotting the hidden mouse and joining in with the repeated words. Some children find a few textures less different from one another than expected, but the sturdy pages and sensory play keep them coming back.
What does the Pageticker team say about That's Not My Tiger?
That's Not My Tiger is another bright, sturdy sensory Usborne book with plenty for busy little fingers to investigate, from fluffy ears to bumpy teeth. Fiona Watt's familiar patterned text makes it wonderfully easy to join in, while the hidden mouse adds a satisfying extra challenge. Ideal for babies and toddlers who enjoy repetition, textures and books that can survive enthusiastic handling.
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What is That's Not My Tiger about?
Embark on a sensory adventure with 'That's Not My Tiger', where little ones meet five tigers, each with unique textures to explore. With vibrant illustrations, touchy-feely patches, and a hidden mouse to find on every page, this delightful book is designed to develop sensory and language awareness in babies and toddlers.
About the author
Fiona Watt is a much-loved British author best known for creating the popular 'That's not my...' series of touch-and-feel books. She enjoys writing stories that help children learn and have fun at the same time. Fiona's books are full of colourful pictures and exciting textures, making reading a magical adventure for young readers.
Discussion ideas around That's Not My Tiger
Soft or Bumpy?: Which tiger texture would you most like to touch, and what words could you use to describe it?
Find the Mouse: Where do you think the little mouse might be hiding on the next page, and what helps you spot it?
Tiger Words: What other words could we use to describe a tiger's ears, paws, tongue or tail?
Your Favourite: Which tiger seems most interesting to you, and what makes it stand out?
Real Tigers: What do you think a real tiger might feel like, and how could we learn more without touching one?
Pages
10 pages
Reading age
Board Book (0-3)
This edition
2010
First published
2010
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