Age range 3+

Striking visuals and a simple but compelling story line make A Number of Animals a counting book that is as delightful as it is effective. Illustrator Christopher Wormell is at his best with bold block prints that manage to convey the movement and emotions of an assortment of farm animals. Kate Green’s light and inviting text, meanwhile, shepherds readers along on one little bird’s barnyard journey in this reissued classic.

‘Elegant woodcuts lift this simple counting book far above the ordinary. [The] book’s beautiful design and classic proportions are set off by generous amounts of white space, creating a stylish frame for the illustrations. Who says fine art and preschool concepts can’t go hand in hand?’ - Publishers Weekly

‘Wormell’s color engravings are what make the title such a standout, their large geometric shapes and strong black outlines giving each picture a distinctive, arresting appearance.’ - Booklist