Baby See, Baby Do: Lift & Look in the Mirror!

Photographs depict 10 ethnically diverse babies expressing a variety of emotions and engaging in basic motor activities in a cozy home environment. A round fold-out mirror invites readers to mimic the expressions and actions: “It’s your turn! Now you do!” One baby frowns and pouts; another appears happy and “silly” with a laughing grin. A baby in a pink onesie is having a rough day (“Baby’s sad. Baby’s mad”), while another plays peekaboo (“Baby hides. Baby peeks”). Images reflected in the mirror are somewhat distorted, but Rogge offers a fun concept that builds upon babies’ natural mirroring behavior. Ages up to 3. [em](Aug.) [/em]