A beloved classic, and bestselling companion to Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, is now available as an oversize board book!

1 told 2
and 2 told 3,
“I'll race you to the top
of the apple tree.”

This counting-themed companion to the perennially bestselling Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, with rhythmic text from Bill Martin Jr and Michael Sampson and vibrant illustrations from Caldecott Honor illustrator Lois Ehlert, is a welcome addition to any collection. And now that this classic romp is available as a lap-size board book, a new generation of Chicka Chicka fans can sit down with a celebrated story.

The classic counting adventure—now in a large-format board book made for reading together!

In Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3, numbers race to the top of the apple tree in a lively, playful story perfect for young children. Featuring colorful, high-contrast art and engaging rhyming text, this durable oversized board book is perfect for:

• Story time and read-alouds with babies and toddlers
• Preschool or classroom circle time
• Group reading in daycares, libraries, and homes

Designed for shared reading, this lap board book edition helps young learners see each letter and picture clearly—even at a distance. A fun, interactive way to introduce counting, number recognition, and early math skills, it also makes a standout gift for baby showers, toddler birthdays, and classroom libraries.

Whether you’re cuddling up at home or reading aloud to a group, Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3, is a joyful, engaging counting book that makes learning numbers a delight.

Also available as oversized lap board books:

• Chicka Chicka Boom Boom—the original ABC classic
• Chicka Chicka ABC—an introduction to the alphabet for the youngest readers