It's never too early to introduce children to the world of books, and this colorful book with a star on its front does just that, offering a wonderful reading experience to both infants and toddlers. Based on a reading system developed by Lamaze, this 5-by-6-inch, lightweight, all-fabric, washable book is packed with sensory stimulation. There are vibrant colors and patterns, various shapes and textures, rattling sounds, and even numbers and words for the older child. A yellow smiling padded star, which is attached to a 5-inch cord securely sewn into the book's binding, serves as a bookmark and as an object for exploration. At some point, baby will discover that this Velcro-backed star can be detached from and reattached to the book's front cover. Baby Soft Book features the Lamaze Soft Star as a fun, interactive toy which shows baby familiar objects and teaches the concept of different shapes. Ages birth - 36 months+