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Our Baby Throws Things

Name: Our Baby Throws Things
ISBN: 9780416958102

By W. E. C. Gillham and Bill Gillham

Baby turns everything into a flying object—but what will be launched next?

humorous · playful · relatable · lively

Genres

Humour Friendship/Family Realistic Fiction

What is Our Baby Throws Things about?

Baby is not content to sit quietly. Everything within reach becomes a flying object, from toys and books to household treasures. As the family tries to understand this lively new habit, they discover that life with Baby can be surprising, messy and very funny. With simple language, repetition and playful illustrations, this cheerful story follows one family's attempts to cope with a baby who throws things, while helping young children build confidence as they read.

About the author

Bill Gillham is an author and educational psychologist who created books to help young children learn about words, reading and everyday ideas. His playful titles include Babies Start Here!, The Early Words Picture Book, Dirty Dog and And So Can I! His books use clear language and familiar subjects, making learning feel friendly, fun and easy to enjoy.

Pages

24 pages

Reading age

Early Reader (5-8)

This edition

1986

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