The Big Bang!

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The Big Bang! is a warm, gently suspenseful story about friendship, deafness and finding better ways to understand one another. Rose Ayling-Ellis brings real feeling to its message, while the stormy kitten adventure keeps things lively; the illustrated BSL signs are a particularly lovely bonus for shared reading.

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What is The Big Bang! about?

When a loud storm frightens kittens Halo and Rocky, their friend Casper stays calm. But a flash of lightning sends Casper running, and the others realise he is deaf! Can Halo and Rocky find Casper and discover new ways to communicate with their friend? This heartwarming tale teaches empathy, friendship, and understanding of disabilities, introducing young readers to British Sign Language (BSL) through engaging illustrations.

About the author

Rose Ayling-Ellis is a talented British actress best known for her role as Frankie in EastEnders. She loves telling stories and inspiring others through her work. Rose is also passionate about dance, and wowed audiences when she won Strictly Come Dancing. She enjoys showing that you can achieve your dreams with determination and creativity.

Discussion ideas around The Big Bang!

Different Ways to Communicate: How do Halo and Rocky learn to communicate with Casper, and what other ways could friends share ideas without speaking?

Being Brave: Which characters are brave during the storm, and what does being brave look like in this story?

Understanding Casper: How might Casper experience the storm differently from Halo and Rocky, and what helps his friends understand him better?

Helping a Friend: What makes someone a good friend when another person needs help, and how could you help a friend feel included?

Learning BSL: Which BSL signs would be most useful for Halo, Rocky and Casper to know, and why?