Through touching, we learn a great deal about our surroundings. Fingers and hands explore the texture of surfaces—rough, smooth, prickly.

The joints of fingers enable us to manipulate. The opposition of the thumb permits precision. To be convinced of this, try to button a shirt or blouse without using your thumb! My Hands gives the child an awareness of what his hands can do and the manner in which they are adapted to their tasks.

Aliki shows fine sensitivity to children—the way they think and explore—in this direct, charming book. Her amusing and informative illustrations augment the text with realism and gaiety.

From the dust jacket