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New moms and their babies will love watching Henry say his first wordBaby Henry is under a lot of pressure to say his first word. His parents are all excited about what it will be, but Henry doesn't see what the big deal is. He says things all the time like "bbbghsh" and "boop," but no one seems to understand what he means. So, Henry decides that he better start searching for a word. Luckily, just when he needs it most, his first word comes looking for him.This picture book about learning to talk is the perfect gift for new parents and big brothers and sisters. Watching Henry hit this developmental milestone is a treat, and new moms will melt when they find out what Henry's first word is.



About the Author

Lindsay Ward

Lindsay Ward has a BFA in Illustration from Syracuse University. Her most recent books include I Am Not Sick, by Frank Tupta, Rosie Stronger Than Steel, This Book Is Gray, Let's Go! with HarperFestival, and the Amazon Bestselling Dexter T. Rexter series: Don't Forget Dexter!, It's Show and Tell, Dexter!, and Vacation for Dexter! with Two Lions. She is also the author and illustrator of Brobarians (Two Lions, 2017) , The Importance of Being 3 (Dial, 2016) , Rosco vs. the Baby (S&S, 2016) , Henry Finds His Word (Dial, 2015) , a Choose to Read Ohio Book, When Blue Met Egg (Dial, 2012) , and Please Bring Balloons (Dial, 2013) , which was produced into a play by the New York City Children's Theater in 2017. Her work has been reviewed in Kirkus Reviews, Publisher's Weekly, and the New York Times. Lindsay is the founder of Critter Lit, a free picture book manuscript and illustration critique service for up-and-coming authors and illustrators. Lindsay lives in Peninsula, Ohio with her husband, author Frank Tupta, three sons, and dog Sally. Visit her online at lindsaymward.com or follow her on twitter @lindsaymward.



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