The Tortosaurus

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Dot is anxious about starting at a new school and struggles to make friends. In an attempt to impress her classmates, she claims to have a pet 'tortosaurus'—her tortoise, Monty, disguised in a dinosaur costume. Monty becomes the centre of attention, but both he and Dot soon realise that pretending to be something they're not isn't the answer. This heartwarming tale highlights the importance of authenticity and embracing one's true self.

About the author

Katie Cottle is a talented author and illustrator from the UK. She loves telling stories with both words and pictures. Katie is well known for her beautiful book 'The Green Giant,' which encourages children to care for nature. When she’s not creating books, Katie enjoys exploring the outdoors and finding inspiration in the world around her.