{"product_id":"roald-dahl-opposites-board-book","title":"Roald Dahl’s Opposites – Lift-the-Flap Board Book","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoald Dahl’s Opposites – Lift-the-Flap Board Book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/booklounge.lk\/product-category\/children\/\"\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book\u003c\/a\u003e is a colourful first-concept book that introduces toddlers to opposite words through entertaining illustrations and interactive lift-the-flap surprises. Written by Roald Dahl and illustrated by Quentin Blake, it brings familiar characters and playful language into a sturdy format created for little hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can explore opposite pairs such as day and night, big and small, and hungry and full while following the Enormous Crocodile through the pages. The flaps encourage young readers to participate physically, making early vocabulary practice more engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book Activities\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book introduces contrasting words through pictures, simple language and interactive flaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung children can listen as an adult reads each opposite pair aloud. They can then examine the illustrations, lift the flap and identify how the two words differ.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book can help children practise:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecognising opposite words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComparing two pictures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListening to new vocabulary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDescribing size and position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentifying differences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaking simple predictions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpening and closing flaps carefully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParticipating during shared reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemembering familiar word pairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents, caregivers and teachers can read slowly and allow children enough time to examine each picture before revealing the flap.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eLearn Big and Small\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eBig and small are useful early comparison words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can look at two characters or objects and decide which one is larger and which one is smaller. Adults can then connect the idea with safe everyday examples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey might compare:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA large book and a small book\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA big building block and a little block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA large toy and a small toy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn adult shoe and a child’s shoe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA big circle and a small circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eHelpful questions include:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich object is big?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich one is small?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre they the same size?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you find something bigger?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan you find something smaller?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book makes this comparison approachable through colourful artwork and familiar characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDiscover Day and Night\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDay and night help children talk about time and familiar daily routines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can explain that daytime is usually associated with light and many everyday activities, while nighttime is often associated with darkness, sleep and stars in the sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren may discuss activities such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaking up in the morning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEating breakfast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlaying during the day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeing the Moon at night\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGetting ready for bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSleeping until morning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAsk the child whether a picture shows day or night and invite them to explain which visual clues helped them decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eExplore Hungry and Full\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHungry and full introduce words connected with eating and how the body may feel before and after a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Enormous Crocodile makes this opposite pair especially playful and memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can explain that hungry means wanting or needing food, while full describes the feeling after eating enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can use the words in simple sentences:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crocodile is hungry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHe has eaten and now feels full.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI was hungry before lunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eI felt full after my meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFood discussions should remain positive and appropriate for the child’s age and individual dietary needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInteractive Lift-the-Flap Fun\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe interactive elements make Roald Dahl Opposites Board Book more than an ordinary picture book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can locate the edge of a flap, predict what may be hidden and then open it carefully to discover the answer or contrasting picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLift-the-flap reading can encourage:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCuriosity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrediction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisual observation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-eye coordination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine-motor control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcentration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive participation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepeated reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flaps are more delicate than the main board pages. Adults should show young readers how to lift and close them gently without bending them too far.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuentin Blake’s Illustrations\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eQuentin Blake’s distinctive illustrations bring energy, humour and movement to the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can study each character’s expression, body position and surroundings while learning the opposite words. The lively pictures also provide opportunities for conversations beyond the printed text.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults may ask:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the character doing?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the character look happy or worried?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich picture looks funniest?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat colours can you see?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat do you think is behind the flap?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich character is larger?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat might happen next?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese questions encourage children to examine the illustrations carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilds Early Vocabulary\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpposite words help children describe differences between objects, actions and situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book provides a playful introduction to comparison language. Adults can extend the activity by introducing other common opposite pairs, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp and down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot and cold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast and slow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen and closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoud and quiet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHappy and sad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTall and short\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside and outside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet and dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNear and far\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduce only a few words at a time so the activity remains manageable and enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEncourages Comparison Skills\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding opposites requires children to compare two ideas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA child needs to notice that one object is large while another is small, or that one scene represents daytime while another represents nighttime.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese comparisons support early thinking skills involving:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimilarities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePosition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuantity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMovement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeelings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAdults can invite children to explain why two pictures are opposites rather than simply asking them to repeat the words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSupports Listening and Speaking\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReading the opposite pairs aloud gives children opportunities to hear and repeat new words.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn adult may say the first word and allow the child to complete the pair. For example:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig and…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDay and…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHungry and…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp and…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen and…\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren may initially listen without responding. With repeated reading, they may begin remembering and saying the second word independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise every attempt to point, repeat or describe a picture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFamiliar Roald Dahl Characters\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book introduces toddlers to the imaginative world associated with Roald Dahl and Quentin Blake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Enormous Crocodile provides a humorous central character who helps make the early-learning theme memorable. Children who later explore longer Roald Dahl stories may recognise the visual style and playful characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book can therefore serve as an accessible first step into the author’s wider collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSturdy Board-Book Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book is presented in a sturdy 16-page board-book format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoard pages are generally easier for small hands to hold and turn than thin paper pages. The square design is suitable for shared reading, although the interactive flaps should still be handled carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book may be enjoyed during:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily story time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBedtime reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuiet afternoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreschool sessions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly vocabulary practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupervised travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToddler reading time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoald Dahl-themed activities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore the book in a clean and dry location away from food, drinks, excessive heat and moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDevelops Fine-Motor Control\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOpening and closing flaps requires careful finger and hand movements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren use their hands and eyes together while locating a flap, lifting it and returning it to the page. These controlled movements can support early coordination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYoung readers may need assistance with some flaps. An adult can begin lifting the edge while allowing the child to complete the movement independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEncourage gentle handling to protect the book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEncourages Observation\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe contrasting pictures invite children to notice differences.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eParents can ask young readers to identify:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bigger object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe smaller character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe daytime scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe nighttime scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hungry character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomething near\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomething far away\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomething open\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSomething closed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eObservation questions add extra learning value without requiring additional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInspires Opposite-Matching Games\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter reading Roald Dahl Opposites Board Book, adults can organise simple opposite activities using safe household objects or toys.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren could:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch a large block with a small block\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace one toy up and another down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen and close a box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMove a toy quickly and slowly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare a long pencil with a short pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePut one object inside and another outside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSort loud and quiet sounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch happy and sad faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe activity should remain playful rather than becoming a formal test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eScreen-Free Early Learning\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book offers a hands-on alternative to mobile phones, tablets, television and video games.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren participate by listening, looking, comparing, speaking and lifting flaps. The familiar pages can be enjoyed repeatedly, with each reading focusing on a different skill.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne session may concentrate on opposite words, while another explores colours, characters, sizes or emotions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA Lovely Gift for Toddlers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book can make an enjoyable gift for toddlers and families beginning an early-learning collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt may particularly appeal to children who enjoy:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift-the-flap books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColourful illustrations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFunny characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpposite words\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInteractive reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuentin Blake artwork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoald Dahl characters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShared family story time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eIts sturdy format and accessible concept make it suitable for birthdays, holidays or everyday reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTips for Parents and Caregivers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRead each pair of opposite words slowly and clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive the child time to examine the picture before opening the flap. Ask them to predict the contrasting word or image.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConnect the words with simple objects and routines the child already knows. Repetition can help young readers remember the pairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAvoid introducing too many additional opposites during one session. Short, positive reading experiences are often easier for toddlers to enjoy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduct title: Roald Dahl’s Opposites\u003cbr\u003e SEO product title: Roald Dahl Opposites Board Book\u003cbr\u003e Author: Roald Dahl\u003cbr\u003e Illustrator: Quentin Blake\u003cbr\u003e Publisher\/Imprint: Puffin\u003cbr\u003e Format: Lift-the-flap board book\u003cbr\u003e Language: English\u003cbr\u003e Page count: 16 pages\u003cbr\u003e ISBN-13: 9780241330555\u003cbr\u003e ISBN-10: 0241330556\u003cbr\u003e Publication date: 14 June 2018\u003cbr\u003e Dimensions: 187 × 16 × 187 mm\u003cbr\u003e Publisher-listed weight: 347 grams\u003cbr\u003e Learning areas: Opposite words, vocabulary, comparison and observation\u003cbr\u003e Featured character: The Enormous Crocodile\u003cbr\u003e Suitable for: Toddlers, shared reading and early concept learning\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Roald Dahl Opposites Board Book?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoald Dahl Opposites Board Book combines simple early vocabulary, Quentin Blake’s lively illustrations and interactive flaps in one sturdy toddler-friendly book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChildren can learn opposite pairs such as day and night, big and small, and hungry and full while exploring the playful world of the Enormous Crocodile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe interactive format encourages observation, comparison, prediction, speaking and fine-motor development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose Roald Dahl Opposites Board Book for an entertaining introduction to contrasting words and the imaginative world of Roald Dahl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eView the official publication details for\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.penguin.co.uk\/books\/307383\/roald-dahls-opposites-by-dahl-roald\/9780241330555\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Roald Dahl’s Opposites on Penguin Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Book Lounge","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67987100958995,"sku":"2166","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"LKR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/1890\/2547\/files\/81wucCTFhLL._SL1500.jpg?v=1794309121","url":"https:\/\/mo.lk\/products\/roald-dahl-opposites-board-book","provider":"MO Marketplace","version":"1.0","type":"link"}