Countablock (an Abrams Block Book) - Board Book

by Christopher Franceschelli (Author), Peski Studio (Author)

Learning to count is a fun adventure in Countablock, the inventive board book that transforms numbers into a hands-on discovery experience.

Young readers explore numbers from 1 to 100 through bold die-cut pages, playful peek-through surprises, and engaging visual transformations that make every turn of the page exciting.

Perfect for little hands, each spread uses the shape of a numeral as part of a guessing game. One acorn becomes one oak tree, eggs become chicks, and puddles become snowmen, helping children connect numbers with real-world quantities while building early counting skills.

As children trace angles, curves, and shapes with their fingers, they become familiar with both number concepts and numeral recognition. The book introduces numbers 1 through 10 and then progresses by tens all the way to 100, creating a satisfying and age-appropriate path toward early numeracy.

Featuring bright retro-inspired artwork from Peski Studio and a foldout finale revealing 100 puzzle pieces, Countablock combines interactive play with foundational learning. Part of the beloved Abrams Block Book series, this award-winning favorite helps children develop counting confidence while having fun every step of the way.

"Stylish silkscreen-like illustrations and opportunities for both counting and guessing what happens next should keep copies of this chunky book well-loved." ―Publishers Weekly

The bestselling Abrams Block Book series includes:
Alphablock
Countablock
Dinoblock
Cityblock
Buildablock
Star Wars Block
Marvel Alphablock
Farmblock
Disney Block
Loveblock
Sharkblock
Sesame Street Countablock
Spaceblock
Pixar Buddy Block
Bugblock

Author Biography

Christopher Franceschelli is a seasoned publisher, editor, and creator of children's books. He currently runs Chronicle's Handprint imprint and the SmartInk packaging company. A born-and-raised New Yorker, Franceschelli lives with his family in Brooklyn. His books include the Hello City! Series and the Abrams Trail Tale series.

David Partington is an illustrator based in Bristol, UK. His influences range from mid-century design to Saturday morning cartoons. As part of Peski Studio (formerly Peskimo) he enjoys screen printing, a process which often informs his approach to illustration. David's work can be seen in kids' books, food packaging, and jumbo floor puzzles around the world. He especially enjoys creating characters, drawing friendly robots, and sending them on incredible adventures. His books include the Abrams Block Book series and the Hello Dinosaur series.