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Age Range
4 - 11
Genre
picture book
Copyright Year
2023-05-11
Publisher
Puffin
Grade Level
Pre-K - 5th
ISBN
9780241561904
Themes
self acceptance

Big

This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance.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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Big: Criss Cross

This printable and interactive criss cross puzzle aligns with Big by Vashti Harrison. 

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Big: Memory Match

After reading Big by Vashti Harrison, use this Memory Matching puzzle to help students build...

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Big: Word Search

After reading Big by Vashti Harrison use this printable and interactive Word Search puzzle to extend...

MY FAVORITES
Age Range
4 - 11
Genre
picture book
Copyright Year
2023-05-11
Publisher
Puffin
Grade Level
Pre-K - 5th
ISBN
9780241561904
Themes
self acceptance
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