{"product_id":"roald-dahl-colours-board-book","title":"Roald Dahl’s Colours – Board Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoald Dahl’s Colours – Board Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/product-category\/children\/\"\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book\u003c\/a\u003e is a bright first-concept book that helps toddlers and young children recognise and name different colours. Featuring the Enormous Crocodile and Quentin Blake’s lively illustrations, it introduces early vocabulary through the playful and imaginative world of Roald Dahl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sturdy pages are designed for little hands, making the book suitable for repeated shared reading at home, in preschool or during quiet activity time. Children can look closely at each picture, identify colours and talk about the characters and objects they discover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book for Early Learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book provides a simple and entertaining introduction to colour recognition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents, caregivers and teachers can read each colour word aloud and invite children to repeat it. Young readers can then examine the illustrations and point to objects that match the featured colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book can help children practise:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognising common colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeating new vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching objects by colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExamining illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentifying familiar characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing different colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening during shared reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnswering simple questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribing colourful pictures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren do not need to remember every colour immediately. Regular, enjoyable repetition can gradually help them become more confident.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLearn Colours with the Enormous Crocodile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Enormous Crocodile brings humour and personality to the early-learning theme.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren familiar with the character may enjoy seeing him appear in a simple board-book format. Those discovering Roald Dahl for the first time can enjoy the colourful illustrations without needing to know the longer original story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can ask questions such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich colour can you see?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you point to something green?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat colour is the crocodile?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you find two objects with the same colour?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich colour is your favourite?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs this colour light or dark?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you find this colour somewhere in the room?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese questions encourage active participation instead of passive listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilds Early Colour Vocabulary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eColour words are useful because children encounter them throughout daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey may use colours to describe toys, clothes, food, vehicles, flowers and objects around the home. Roald Dahl Colours Board Book gives young readers a structured opportunity to hear and practise this vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can encourage children to use short sentences such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crocodile is green.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI can see a red object.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis picture has yellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMy favourite colour is blue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese two objects are the same colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpeaking in complete sentences is not necessary for every young reader. Pointing or saying a single colour word is also valuable participation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuentin Blake’s Illustrations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuentin Blake’s recognisable artwork gives the book an energetic and playful appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHis illustrations are closely associated with many of Roald Dahl’s best-known stories. The expressive characters and lively drawings provide details that children can examine while learning the colour words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents can extend the reading experience by asking children to describe:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe character’s expression\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe largest object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe smallest object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe funniest part of the picture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn object with a chosen colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat might happen next\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis encourages observation and conversation beyond the printed colour vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEncourages Colour Matching\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter reading Roald Dahl Colours Board Book, children can practise matching colours using safe objects around the home or classroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn adult might select a colour from the book and ask the child to find:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA toy of the same colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA matching building block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn item of clothing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA crayon or pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA book cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA household object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA flower or leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA picture containing that colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe activity should be supervised and limited to safe, age-appropriate objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can also sort toys or cards into simple colour groups. Begin with two colours before adding more choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSupports Observation and Comparison\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecognising colours requires children to notice visual differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome colours may look similar, especially when they appear in lighter or darker shades. Adults can explain that an object may still belong to the same general colour group even when its shade is slightly different.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelpful comparison questions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre these objects the same colour?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich colour is brighter?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich object is darker?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you find another matching colour?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich colours are different?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat happens when two colours appear together?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe objective is to encourage careful looking rather than test the child.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSturdy Board-Book Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book has thick board pages that are generally easier for small hands to hold and turn than thin paper pages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compact square format makes it suitable for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily story time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBedtime reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreschool activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuiet afternoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly-learning shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervised travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToddler reading sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoald Dahl collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book should still be handled carefully. Keep it away from food, drinks, excessive moisture and direct heat to protect the pages and binding.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEncourages Shared Reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung children often learn best when an adult reads and responds to them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring shared reading, adults can say each colour clearly, pause for the child to respond and praise any attempt to point or speak. Children may initially listen before gradually joining in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepeated reading can help young readers remember the pictures and predict which colour comes next. Familiarity may also encourage them to turn the pages and lead parts of the activity themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScreen-Free Early-Learning Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book offers a hands-on alternative to television, tablets, mobile phones and video games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren participate by:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking at pictures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaming colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePointing to objects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening to words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnswering questions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinding matching colours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTalking about characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book does not require batteries, electronic devices or additional learning equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInspires Creative Colour Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe colour theme can be extended through simple creative activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren could:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw a colourful crocodile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour a favourite Roald Dahl character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort crayons by colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a colour collage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch coloured paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint a simple rainbow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind colours in a picture book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMake colour groups using blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraw an object in an unusual colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eName colours during a walk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrayons, paint, glue, scissors and small materials should only be used with suitable adult supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA First Introduction to Roald Dahl\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book introduces very young readers to the imaginative style associated with Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe simple colour-learning format is suitable for children who are not yet ready for longer stories. As they grow, they may progress to other Roald Dahl board books and eventually explore his full-length children’s stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book can therefore become an early starting point for a wider Roald Dahl collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Colourful Gift for Young Readers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book may be a suitable gift for toddlers and families building an early-learning library.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may particularly appeal to children who enjoy:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColourful illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoard books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunny characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Enormous Crocodile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatching activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst-concept books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuentin Blake’s artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared family reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts accessible concept makes it suitable for birthdays, holidays, preschool collections or everyday reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTips for Parents and Caregivers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead slowly and give the child enough time to look at each illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSay the featured colour clearly and ask the child to repeat it or point to a matching object. Avoid correcting every mistake immediately. Instead, repeat the correct word naturally and continue the activity positively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse objects from the child’s everyday environment to reinforce the colours introduced in the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep reading sessions short when necessary. The sturdy format makes the book suitable for returning to the same pages regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct title: Roald Dahl’s Colours\u003cbr\u003e SEO product title: Roald Dahl Colours Board Book\u003cbr\u003e Author: Roald Dahl\u003cbr\u003e Illustrator: Quentin Blake\u003cbr\u003e Publisher\/Imprint: Puffin\u003cbr\u003e Format: Board book\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e Page count: 16 pages\u003cbr\u003e ISBN-13: 9780241370315\u003cbr\u003e ISBN-10: 0241370310\u003cbr\u003e Publication date: 13 June 2019\u003cbr\u003e Dimensions: 186 × 18 × 188 mm\u003cbr\u003e Publisher-listed weight: 367 grams\u003cbr\u003e Learning areas: Colours, vocabulary, matching and observation\u003cbr\u003e Featured character: The Enormous Crocodile\u003cbr\u003e Suitable for: Toddlers, preschool learning and shared reading\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Roald Dahl Colours Board Book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Colours Board Book combines early colour vocabulary, Quentin Blake’s distinctive illustrations and a sturdy toddler-friendly format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can learn colour words with the Enormous Crocodile while developing observation, matching, listening and speaking skills. Familiar pictures and repeated reading can help make early learning enjoyable and memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 16-page board book is suitable for little hands, family story time and preschool activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose Roald Dahl Colours Board Book for a colourful introduction to early vocabulary and the imaginative world of Roald Dahl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our complete \u003cstrong\u003eRoald Dahl books collection\u003c\/strong\u003e to discover more board books, first-concept titles and imaginative stories for young children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eView the official publication details for\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.penguin.co.uk\/books\/311238\/roald-dahls-colours-by-dahl-roald\/9780241370315\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Roald Dahl’s Colours on Penguin Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Book Lounge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67987100827923,"sku":"2168","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/1890\/2547\/files\/81-cUu8TIaL._SL1500.jpg?v=1794309118","url":"https:\/\/mo.lk\/products\/roald-dahl-colours-board-book","provider":"MO Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}