
Reach for this book when your child is in a phase of constant 'why' and 'how,' or when they need a quiet, focused activity to channel their restless energy. This unique vertical-format book follows a young boy named Tochi who is invited to a mysterious house that stretches toward the stars. As he climbs one hundred stories, he encounters a new animal family every ten floors, discovering how they live, play, and build their homes. It is a masterful tool for building curiosity and a sense of accomplishment as the reader physically progresses upward through the pages. The book subtly reinforces counting skills and observation while celebrating the diversity of ways to live and create. It is perfect for preschoolers and early elementary children who take pride in 'finishing' a long journey and who find joy in the tiny, intricate details of a bustling world.
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A 4-year-old who is obsessed with 'Seek and Find' books or a 6-year-old who has just mastered counting to 100 and wants to prove their stamina. It is excellent for a child who prefers visual storytelling over heavy text.
This book is best read cold, but parents should be prepared for the physical orientation of the book (opening it vertically). Ensure you have enough space to hold it comfortably. A parent might choose this when they notice their child is rushing through books too quickly and needs something that encourages slowing down and 'reading' the pictures.
For a 3-year-old, the focus is on naming animals and spotting hidden objects. For a 7-year-old, the focus is on the numerical progression and the clever engineering of the different animal rooms.
The vertical format is its greatest strength. It turns the act of reading into a physical climb, making the concept of '100' feel tangible and monumental rather than just a number.
Tochi, a young boy, receives a letter from an unknown sender inviting him to the top of a 100-story house. The book is read vertically, requiring the reader to flip pages upward. Every ten floors features a different species of animal (squirrels, ladybugs, frogs, etc.) living in specialized apartments. Tochi observes their daily lives and chores as he climbs, eventually reaching the roof to meet the star who sent the letter.
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