Step by Step

Guido Van Genechten (1957, Belgium) studied drawing and painting, graphics and photography. Afterward, he worked for many years in the graphic industry. Now Guido works as a fulltime illustrator of children’s books. In 1998 he won the international Illustrator’s Award City of Hasselt with his picture book Ricky. This prize was the beginning of his international career as a children’s book illustrator. Since that moment, Guido Van Genechten has created many best-selling stories and received several awards. In 2007 he was the winner of the Reader’s Digest Award for Best Children’s Book Illustrator. And in the past ten years, his books were published in 30 countries around the world.

"Endearing and just right for little ones trying out their own first steps." - Kirkus Reviews "Guido Van Genechten uses adorable baby animals to show children ages one to three the process of learning to walk in Step by Step (Clavis, $12.95): "If you want to learn how to walk, you will first have to learn how to get up." Little Mouse and Kitty struggle to get on their feet; Little Elephant balances on their trunk; Piglet "uses the sofa to help him get up." Soft colors and cute animals make this "how-to" board book a gentle reminder that "you must learn to stand up, fall down, and stand up again."" - Shelf Awareness"Baby-Toddler–Sweet diapered baby animals with huge eyes illustrate the process of learning how to walk. “[Y]ou will first have to learn how to get up...lift your head first...the first time you stand up you will still be a little wobbly....” After the many steps of cruising on furniture, standing unassisted, and walking with the help of a parent, on each page the little ones get closer to independent walking (with the inevitable ups and downs). The last page shows a happy toddler taking a step, eager to explore. The adorable illustrations feature colorful patterns set against ample white backgrounds, with a different animal for each action, fittingly accompanied by simple text conveying an encouraging positive message. VERDICT A perfect book for sharing with caregivers of babies and ­toddlers who might be taking their first steps, too." - School Libray Journal"I love all the baby animals in this book, and they are bright and fun illustrations. This would be an adorable board book or baby's first book." - Lubbock Public Library"Sweet little book about learning to walk. Filled with bright and fun illustrations. Perfect for "baby's first library"!" - OLD MILL POND ELEMENTARY"Baby's first steps for parents is a milestone and a gateway. This sweet picture board book can encourage you and your baby in those first steps. With baby animals as they take their first steps. Some are unsure and some don't know where to start. Babies will love the colorful animals and parents will love reading to their little ones on the joy of taking those first step." - Cross Media, Innov