Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes

by Mem Fox, Mem Fox, illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes cover
Good Books rating 4.75
Children's Fiction
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  • ID: 764
  • Added: 2025-09-20
  • Updated: 2025-11-28
  • ISBN: 9781406331264
  • Publisher: Walker
  • Published: 2011-01-01
  • Formats: 66
  • Reviews: 4

This charming book is designed to delight babies and parents alike with its simple, rhythmic text and adorable illustrations. It's a perfect way to bond with your little one while introducing them to the magic of books. Written by two of the world's most renowned children's book creators, this story is a gentle and engaging tribute to the uniqueness of every baby. The combination of playful rhymes and beautiful artwork makes it a treasured gift for new parents and a delightful addition to any baby's library.

Reviews
Waterstones · 2025-09-20
lovely 5.00

The book is commended for its beautiful illustrations and engaging rhyming text. It is considered a great read for little ones.

This review highlights the beautiful illustrations and engaging rhyming text of the book, making it a perfect choice for reading to young children. The reviewer appreciates the simplicity and charm of the story, which focuses on the universal theme of babies having ten little fingers and ten little toes. They believe it's a lovely addition to any child's book collection, perfect for bedtime stories or interactive reading sessions.

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    This is a lovely rhyming book which is great to read to little ones.

    With beautiful illustrations.

    We can never have too many baby fingers and toes!

BookTrust · 2025-09-20
adorable 5.00

This book is praised for its interactive nature, making it a joy to read aloud to babies. The diverse representation of babies is highlighted as a positive aspect.

This review emphasizes the interactive potential of the book, making it a delightful read-aloud experience for both the reader and the baby. The reviewer particularly appreciates the diverse representation of babies, which adds to the book's charm and inclusivity. They believe it's a great way to engage with a baby while reading, making it a valuable addition to any baby's library.

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    This book provides a great opportunity for readers to interact with baby whilst reading aloud.

    The tale turns to the baby that is 'mine, all mine'

    A joy for counting fingers and toes in Mem Fox's bouncy rhyming text

Baby Librarians · 2018-10-01
lovely 4.50

The book is described as a lovely poem that celebrates diversity among babies. The reviewer appreciates the inclusion of babies from various backgrounds.

This review describes the book as a heartwarming poem that celebrates the diversity of babies from all over the world. The reviewer loves how the book includes babies with different hair colors and skin tones, making it a relatable and inclusive read. They find the rhyming text engaging and enjoyable, making it a great choice for baby storytime.

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    This book is a very nice poem.

    There are all sorts of babies in it, born all over.

    Some have red hair. Some have black hair, like me. Some have brown skin.

Kids' BookReview · 2016-12-07
gorgeous 4.50

The reviewer praises the book for its beautiful storytelling and its ability to introduce children to the diversity of babies around the world. They find the book both gorgeous and heartwarming.

This review highlights the book's beautiful storytelling and its ability to introduce children to the diversity of babies from different places and circumstances. The reviewer finds the book both gorgeous and heartwarming, appreciating its gentle rhyme and the way it celebrates the similarities and differences among babies. They note that the book is another beautiful addition to Mem Fox's collection, making it a must-read for young children.

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    Another gorgeous book by Mem Fox, this beautiful story travels the world introducing us to babies born in different places and circumstances.

    The book's gentle rhyme and beautiful illustrations make it a heartwarming read for young children.

    It is a glorious celebration of the differences and similarities between babies the world over.

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