The "What Is This" series picture books by Taro Gomi are selected interactive books designed to inspire and are suitable for children aged 2 and above.
"This is a Hand": This is a hand that tightly grips important things. This is a hand that says, "I want this, please give me four." This is a hand that says, "Fantastic! Fantastic!" This is a hand that says, "Goodbye!" Our hands not only do things but also speak!
"This is a Head": Heads can wear hats and headphones. With a headband, you can participate in sports events. Heads are flexible and can be used to head a ball. Moreover, a respectful head can also bow respectfully. What else can a head do? Let's think about it!
"This is a Rope": A rope that can tie small braids. This is also a rope that can fasten shoes. What kind of rope is this? It's the rope for sports events. It's a cheering rope, saying "Hiyo! Hiyo!" It's a cheering rope, saying "Go! Go!" What kind of ropes do you have around you?
"This is a Box": A box for packaging gifts. This is a box that can pop out fragrant toast. This is also a box, a cool box. If you open it for too long, it might make parents angry. This is also a box, a movable box. Everyone can sit inside and go for a ride!
This series of picture books uses personification to allow children to experience the rich connotations of body language such as hands and heads. Through guessing games, it introduces the wonderful fun of observing everyday items like ropes and boxes. Taro Gomi's minimalist style and extraordinary imagination bring continuous surprises to readers of all ages. Taro Gomi is a winner of the Bologna International Children's Book Fair Illustration Award.