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A board book titled 'WISHY WASHY' with a white background cover, featuring illustrations of a boat, apple, and various animals.
A children's book titled "WISHY WASHY" with the subtitle "a first words and colors book." The cover features watercolor illustrations of a sailboat, apple, duckling, cookie, turtle, and a chipmunk holding a paintbrush. The author's name is also on the cover.
An open children's book with watercolor illustrations. The text reads "STRATEGIC FIRST WORDS FOR A CHILD'S EARLIEST DEVELOPING SOUNDS: M, B, P, AND T." Illustrations include a chipmunk, whale, bird, and sailboat. Text includes "TWEET TWEET" and "WHOA BIG."
An open book with illustrations and text. The left page features a chipmunk, a paintbrush, and a drawing of a yellow bee with the words "Yellow Bee" and "SOOO BUSY." The right page has the words "Wishy Washy" and "SWISH." The text at the top reads "REPETITION BOOSTS SPEECH DEVELOPMENT."
back cover of "Wishy Washy" is white and has a watercolor image of a chipmunk on top of a glass with a paintbrush.

Wishy Washy Board Book of First Words & Colors

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By Tabitha PaigeM.S., CCC-SLP

Support Your Toddler’s Speech Development Through Imitation, Art, and Interactive Play

If your little one is just beginning to explore language, 
Wishy Washy offers a gentle, engaging way to boost early communication skills. Created by licensed speech therapist and professional artist Tabitha Paige, M.S., CCC-SLP, this beautifully painted imitation book featuring first words and colors blends creativity with expert-backed techniques used in speech therapy to help young children build their earliest sounds and words.

Many toddlers struggle with expressing themselves, leaving parents wondering how to support a late talker at home. 
Wishy Washy uses intentionally selected first words, vibrant colors, and an adorable animal guide to introduce foundational sounds that support early speech development—making it one of the most approachable learn-to-talk books for toddlers.

As your child explores each page, they’ll practice imitation, label familiar objects, and build confidence—all through calming, lifelike watercolor illustrations that turn learning into an adventure.

Why Parents & Speech Therapists Love Wishy Washy:

  • Speech Therapist-Approved Techniques – Strategically chosen early sounds (m, b, p, t, etc.) reflect real speech therapy methods that encourage imitation and first words.
  • Interactive & Engaging – Your child follows a friendly chipmunk guide through fun, simple prompts that make learning feel playful and natural.
  • Perfect for Toddler Learning – Designed as a gentle early speech tool that supports late talkers, early communicators, and little ones who benefit from visually rich speech therapy materials.
  • Baby-Friendly Design – Thick, sturdy board book pages that can handle drool, tugging, and flipping with rounded corners at just the right size for tiny hands to hold.
  • Ideal for Early Speech Books & Gifts – A standout choice for parents, speech therapists, and gift-givers searching for high-quality early speech books.


Whether you're looking for an interactive and enriching first words experience, or wanting a keepsake-quality book that supports real speech therapy goals, 
Wishy Washy brings art and learning together in a way that feels warm, intentional, and joyful.

Help your child explore their first words with confidence—one beautifully illustrated page at a time.

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Ash C.

This was such a cute book and makes a great gift for expecting families.

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Etsy c.

This is the cutest little book I have ever seen! I got it for my newborn for Christmas. I know she’s a little young for it, but chipmunks have always been my favorite and the illustrations are just the cutest!! She’s going to love it! I already do!!

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Jacy J.

I’m super upset with how this book came. It was bent in multiple places and ripped.

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Etsy c.

This is for an older child

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Caitlyn J.

Great quality! Gift for my soon to be 1 year old niece. Very excited to gift this book

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Kari S.

Very nice book for learning. Pictures are very nice.

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Rachel P.

Came quickly wrapped with care shipping was fast

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Sign i.w.A.u.

I bought this for the baby shower of my close friend. I loved the uniqueness and quality of the book!

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Etsy c.

Beautifully illustrated and a sweet story too!

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Taiyelle

This book was soooo cute!!! I loved the quality and the pictures were adorable!

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Brooke D.

A Beautiful and unique book!

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Allison H.

I bought this for a co worker having a baby and we love this book! This is a perfect little book for introducing “firsts” for little ones and a simple book that teaches a lot! Great quality book as well!

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Merissa M.

Wishy Washy Board Book of First Words & Colors

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Jenny P.

For my first grandchild. Like that is was written by a speech pathologist that understands language development!

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Kathleen A.

The artwork in this book is amazing, and the words are sweet too. Well made book also.

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Vegang S.

Highly educational. Love the insight of Paige as a Speech Therapist for her selection of these words to help a youngster talk. Fast shipping, will buy the series. Recommended book for 1 year old (10-20 months typically).

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Jolie W.

Super cute book! Great quality too

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Jo N.

Purchased as a gift for toddler……I looked through the book met my expectations & description. Is a quality item. JoN

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Etsy c.

Lovely book! Beautifully illustrated and carefully and playfully written. I was extremely pleased as was the recipient at her baby shower. I know it will be a well read, well loved addition to their library.

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Samantha C.

My 16 month old loves the illustrations and pointing to all of the vocabulary in the back! My newborn even gets enjoyment looking at the pages during tummy time.