By Xavier Deneux
Review by Heidi Frankel
Ages 0-3
Twirl, a division of Chronicle Books
Animals at Home, part of the Baby Basics series, is a visually striking and interactive pop-up book that introduces babies and toddlers to animal habitats through bold, high-contrast illustrations and clever paper engineering. The black-and-white pages, accented with vibrant red, green, and yellow, captivate young eyes while offering a delightful peek inside animals’ homes.
Each intricate pop-up scene invites little ones to explore where animals live—a bear hibernates in its cozy den, mice scurry home with cheese, and ants tunnel through their anthill. The detailed die-cut pages create a mesmerizing visual experience, adding depth and excitement as each page unfolds.
The pop-ups make this book a joy to explore, making it ideal for shared story time with children, parents, and grandparents.
With dynamic visuals and an engaging format, Animals at Home fosters early learning, curiosity, and a love of nature, making story time an exciting adventure for babies and toddlers.
