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Free to Be Me!

Name: Free to Be Me!
ISBN: 9780008671488

By Smriti Prasadam-Halls

Can energetic Elbert find somewhere he fits, or discover his very own surprising strength?

heart-warming · funny · affirming · playful

Genres

Animals Feelings/Wellbeing Friendship/Family

What is Free to Be Me! about?

Elbert the Elephant is full of energy and eager to try new things. But ballet is too tricky, swimming is too splashy and story time at the library is far too noisy! Wherever he goes, Elbert feels as though he does not fit in. Can he discover a place where he can be completely himself? A warm, funny story about celebrating individuality, finding your strengths and learning that there is room in the world for everyone.

About the author

Smriti Prasadam-Halls is a much-loved author who creates wonderful books for children. She is best known for her heart-warming picture book 'I Love You Night and Day', as well as many other stories filled with adventure and kindness. Smriti enjoys making children smile with her stories and hopes to inspire a love of reading in everyone.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2026

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