What a Pest! A Creepy, Crawly Counting Book

Give the gift of giggles and counting practice with the most delightfully disgusting board book on the shelf!

What a Pest! A Creepy, Crawly Counting Book is a bold, graphic celebration of all things slimy, creepy, and crawly — from roaches to cicadas — counting from 1 to 10. With simple rhyming text and vividly coloured artwork, it's the perfect introduction to numbers for preschoolers who love a little ick factor. Each illustration is embellished with eye-catching iridescent foil, making this sturdy board book as irresistible to touch as it is to read.

• Counting Made Fun: Simple, rhyming text guides little ones through the numbers 1 to 10 using a cast of wonderfully "pesky" critters to keep them engaged.
• Stunning Iridescent Artwork: Foil embellishments on wings, webs, and slime make every page shimmer and sparkle — a true visual treat for curious eyes.
• Built to Last: Sturdy board book construction is perfectly sized for small hands and stands up to the enthusiastic page-turning of even the most energetic preschoolers.
• Award-Winning Design: Winner of the 2023 PubWest Design Award, this book is as beautifully crafted as it is fun to read aloud.

"Iridescent wings, webs, and slime create a visual treat in this counting book that features all kinds of pests from roaches to cicadas. […] Recommended." — School Library Journal

About the Author

Elliot Kreloff is an award-winning designer and children's book illustrator whose career has spanned over forty years. As creative director for Scholastic Books, Disney Publishing Worldwide, MacMillan Publishing, Blue Apple Books, and his own studio, Design Five, he has brought countless stories to life for young readers. As an arts educator, he has taught at Parsons School of Design, New York Institute of Technology, Rutgers University, and Fordham University. His books have been recognised with a Best Book of the Year award from Child magazine, among other honours.

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