Where's My...? Touchy-Feely Collection by Kate McLelland 5 Books Set - Ages 0–3 - Board Book

Titles in This Set:
Where's My Llama?
Where's My Dinosaur?
Where's My Unicorn?
Where's My Puppy?
Where's My Peacock?

Format: Board Book

Overview:
Introducing the Where's My...? Touchy-Feely Collection, a delightful five-book set designed for the tiniest readers aged 0–3. Each compact board book invites curious little hands to explore through touch, feel, and gentle discovery. A tantalising trail of footprints guides children from one playful animal to the next, and the search culminates in a shiny reveal that sparks delight and conversation. The bright, friendly illustrations bring each creature to life, while sturdy pages withstand repeated browsing, grabbing, and nuzzling during bath time, car journeys, or cozy bedtime readings. The series is celebrated for its approachable language, simple repetition, and interactive format that encourages first steps in early literacy. With a surprise flap ending in each title, caregivers can turn reading into a shared moment of wonder and confidence-building for their child. Kate McLelland’s charming artwork anchors every page, making this collection a trustworthy, engaging addition to any baby’s library. This set is a thoughtful gift for new families and a reliable way to support sensory exploration and language development.

What This Collection Covers:
This collection brings together five animal-themed board books—Llama, Dinosaur, Unicorn, Puppy, and Peacock—each built around a tactile, seek-and-find format. Readers follow a lively sequence of footprints, touching a range of textures to identify each animal before a joyful reveal at the end. The consistent structure across titles helps very young readers anticipate the rhythm of the stories, supporting memory, word association, and subject familiarity (animals, colors, action words). The emphasis on touch supports sensory development, while the bright colors and playful scenes promote visual discrimination and concentration. The gradual warmth of the stories—paired with the gentle suspense of the flap endings—nurtures listening skills and turn-taking during shared reading. As a cohesive set, it forms a compelling early literacy pathway that parents, carers, and early-years settings can rely on for engaging, age-appropriate experiences.

Book-by-Book Guide:
Where's My Llama? follows a cheerful llama hiding among colorful scenes, with little footprints inviting young readers to search and feel their way to the fluffy animal’s location. The page turns invite interaction, while the soft, inviting illustrations support name recognition and vocabulary growth. Parents can model describing textures and actions, turning a simple seek-and-find into a joint language activity. This title sets the tone for the collection—friendly, non-threatening, and endlessly encouraging for toddlers learning to identify animals and sounds.

Where's My Dinosaur? invites children to trace a path of footprints and explore touchable textures as they search for the shiny dinosaur. The visual cues and repetitive phrasing help early readers anticipate what comes next, boosting confidence and engagement. The dinosaur’s discovery becomes a tiny moment of triumph, reinforcing turn-taking and expressive speech as caregivers name features and actions. The combination of discovery and a flap ending keeps little minds engaged and eager for the next book.

Where's My Unicorn? centers on a magical, color-rich world where imagination meets tactile exploration. Children follow footprints to locate the unicorn, experiencing a sense of wonder as the animal is revealed. The accessible text supports early vocabulary and concept-building (colors, shapes, movement), while the sturdy format encourages independent handling. The gentle suspense of the flap ending makes reading aloud a shared, joyous ritual.

Where's My Puppy? brings a playful pup into focus, inviting children to search with hopeful anticipation. Through simple, repetitive cues and a friendly illustration style, this title reinforces animal recognition and caregiver-child interaction. The board book design invites repeated readings, building familiarity and reading stamina. The interactive texture prompts help develop fine motor skills and tactile awareness, making this a reassuring choice for the youngest readers.

Where's My Peacock? completes the set with a bright, celebratory search for the peacock’s tail and shine. The footprints lead to a satisfying reveal, while touchable textures invite exploration and language growth. Readers are encouraged to describe colors, patterns, and movements, fostering early descriptive language and listening skills. The peacock’s grand finale delivers a sense of accomplishment, leaving children eager to revisit the other titles in the collection.

Who This Set Is Perfect For:
This five-book collection is ideal for parents and carers introducing very young children to reading, tactile play, and animals. It’s perfectly suited for toddlers in ages 0–3 who thrive on sensory input and interactive storytelling. The compact board-book format makes it a reliable companion for busy parents on the go—car journeys, strolls, or bedtime routines—and a thoughtful gift for baby showers, birthdays, or new-baby celebrations. Early years educators will appreciate the consistency across titles for classroom storytelling, language-building activities, and small-group time. If you’re looking for a durable, engaging, and developmentally aligned set that invites conversation, repetition, and discovery, this collection delivers.

Key Benefits:

• Durable board books designed for little hands and daily handling
• Interactive touch-and-feel textures that support sensory development
• Predictable structure aids early reading confidence and word recall
• Bright, friendly illustrations that capture attention and stimulate imagination
• Surprise flap endings that create memorable reading moments
• Great for shared reading, parent–child bonding, and early vocabulary building
• Compact format, ideal for travel, libraries, and classroom use
• Part of a beloved animal-themed series, encouraging a broader reading experience

About the Author:
Kate McLelland lends her playful, accessible illustration style to the Where’s My...? Touchy-Feely Collection, bringing warmth and charm to early readers. Her work on this series showcases bright, approachable animals and expressive characters that resonate with toddlers and their caregivers. The intimate, friendly visuals support emergent literacy by pairing simple, repeatable text with engaging, tangible details that invite kids to participate in the storytelling. McLelland’s artwork is characterized by clear lines, bold colors, and gentle humor, making these board books a reliable entry point for shared reading routines and early childhood development. Her illustrations help create a welcoming reading environment where curiosity and confidence can grow side by side.

Why You’ll Love This Set:
This Touchy-Feely Collection is more than a group of animal pictures—it's an invitation to interactive literacy. By combining tactile exploration, simple narrative, and a joyful flap reveal, the books turn reading into a multisensory event that supports speech, vocabulary, and cognitive development in the crucial 0–3 age window. Owning the complete set means you can weave a coherent reading routine, revisit favorite animals, and build a familiar, comforting library for your child. It’s an accessible, durable, and endlessly entertaining way to nurture a love of books from the very start.

Please Note: The individual books included in this listing will be dispatched as per the original UK ISBN and UK edition cover image shown in the image.