1, 2, 3 Salish Sea

Make learning to count an ocean adventure with this stunning high-contrast counting book for toddlers!

Featuring acclaimed artist Nikki McClure's striking papercut artwork, this engaging board book introduces little learners to fascinating sea creatures while building early counting and observation skills.

Perfect for curious toddlers, children will count along as they discover playful orcas, jellyfish, stubby squids, banana slugs, crabs, salmon, seabirds, raindrops, and more. Just when they think they've reached ten, a delightful surprise ending encourages them to keep counting into the hundreds—and beyond!

Features:

• Durable board book with sturdy pages for little hands
  
• High-contrast papercut illustrations that support early visual development
  
• Introduces counting, number recognition, and ocean animal vocabulary
  
• Encourages curiosity, observation, and interactive read-aloud fun—perfect for classrooms and storytime
  
• A delightful counting book for toddlers that makes a beautiful gift for baby showers, birthdays, and nature-loving families
  

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs