Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title)
by Vashti Harrison
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Winner of the Caldecott Medal! A Coretta Scott King Award Author and Illustrator Honor book, a National Book Award finalist, and a New York Times bestseller! This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance, from an award-winning creator.
The first picture book written and illustrated by award-winning creator Vashti Harrison traces a child's journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small is a tender portrayal of how you can stand out and feel invisible at the same time.
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Book Details
ISBN:
9780316353229
EAN:
9780316353229
Binding:
Hardcover
Pages:
60
Authors:
Vashti Harrison
Publisher:
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
This book made multiple grown adults cry. The message hits home, regardless of your age. Would highly, highly recommend.
Wow!!!!! This book made me and my daughter cry that is how good it is!!!!! I think an older elementary can relate to this! This was an immediate purchase for my classroom.
Best story every child needs to read. Big kids, little kids, inner kids
Such a simple but important message, and beautiful illustrations and words to accompany it. My nephew loves the book as much as I do!
Wonderful book, adorable illustrations and a great lesson to learn. Vashti Harrison is always on point with her books.
