Ten in a Hurry: An Interactive Colors and Counting Book for Toddlers

By Lo Cole

Book Overview

What happens when ten colorful fish swim in a line--and something mysterious follows behind?

Ten in a Hurry is a bold, interactive board book that turns counting and color recognition into a playful underwater adventure for toddlers ages 1-4.

From acclaimed author-illustrator Lo Cole, Ten on a Twig, this vibrant read-aloud features rhythmic, rhyming text and cleverly designed die-cut pages that create a hands-on learning experience. As ten fish--each a different color--swim across the sea, young readers count down from ten to one while something unexpected sneaks up behind them. Each page turn offers a surprise, keeping little ones engaged and eager to see what happens next.

Perfect for early learning, Ten in a Hurry helps children build number and color skills while encouraging curiosity, memory, and anticipation. Its sturdy board book format is ideal for busy toddlers, with bright, high-contrast illustrations that capture attention and spark repeat reading.

Ideal for:

Teaching numbers and colorsInteractive storytime or independent explorationToddlers ages 1-4 building early literacy skills

A must-have for fans of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and One Lonely Fish, this clever countdown book offers educational value with a splash of humor and surprise.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1728215951
• ISBN13: 9781728215952
• Release Date: October 2021
• Publisher: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 11.3" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 5 years and under
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1