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When I'm Big

Name: When I'm Big
ISBN: 9781838742072

By Ella Bailey

Fern meets extraordinary dinosaurs—but what will make her special?

playful warm-hearted colourful reassuring

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing

What is When I'm Big about?

Fern is a small dinosaur with enormous questions. What will she be like when she grows up? As she explores the prehistoric world, Fern meets dinosaurs with long necks, sharp teeth, colourful feathers and powerful tails. Each one has something remarkable about them, but Fern still wonders what makes her special. A warm and playful story about growing, discovering who you are and celebrating the qualities that make every creature unique.

About the author

Ella Bailey is a talented illustrator and author from the UK who loves creating colourful and friendly characters. She is well known for her 'One Day on Our Blue Planet' series, which explores different animals and their habitats. Ella enjoys inspiring children to discover the wonders of nature through her beautiful books and cheerful artwork.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2025

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