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A joyful and visually engaging first concepts board books series. Let’s explore the world through contrasts and comparisons! This series encourages curiosity, early vocabulary development, and a deeper appreciation of diversity in the everyday life. With a warm, engaging rhythm and charming illustrations, each spread encourages looking, naming, and sharing.

1, like the tree on the hill, 2, like a pair of clever eyes… all the way to 10, like your fingers! Chamring, characterful illustrations meet the classic joy of counting. This is an artist-led journey where toddlers can verify each number while being immersed in a truly unique visual world.

Key Selling Points:

– An essential series for the modern toddler’s bookshelf
– Engaging first-concept board books
– Designed to support early language and visual discovery
– Simple contrasts that spark curiosity and conversation
– Ideal for parents, caregivers, and early learning settings

Author & Illustrator 

Guia Risari (author)
A versatile, internationally acclaimed author. Writing and publishing in four languages, she brings a unique cross-cultural perspective that resonates with global audiences. Her professional footprint spans collaborations with prestigious publishing houses, journals, theater companies, and national radio.

Giulia Pastorino (illustrator)
Giulia Pastorino is an Italian illustrator whose work is defined by its energy and professional recognition. After specializing in graphic design at the Ligustica Academy of Fine Arts, she earned a Master’s degree in illustration from ISIA Urbino. She has been twice selected for the prestigious Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition. A versatile creator, she balances her work on picture books with collaborations across magazines, art galleries, and communication studios, bringing her signature style to every project.

Publication: October 2025