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The Wonderful Things You Will Be
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A timeless celebration of all the wonderful things children have in store.
"This is the first time
There's ever been you,
So I wonder what wonderful things
You will do."
In this timeless poem about growing up, Emily Winfield Martin explores all the things you can choose to be, from brave and bold to creative and wise.
Filled with beautiful, quirky illustrations and clever read-aloud rhyme, grown-ups will love reading this book to their children at any age as they lovingly consider all the possibilities that lie ahead. Its enduring message of love and acceptance as children grow and change is both universal and poignant, and is one to share over and over again.
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The Wonderful Things You Will Be by Emily Winfield Martin has been praised for its gentle text and rhythmic flow, offering a comforting and heartfelt experience. The book successfully balances expressing parental hopes and dreams for their children while remaining engaging for young readers. This makes it likely to become a cherished story for repeated readings.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780241446959
Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 August 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Puffin
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 250.0mm
Height: 261.0mm
Weight: 447g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Emily Winfield Martin spent a lot of time as a child wondering what she would grow up to be. She turned out to be lots of things- a painter, stitcher, cat tamer, and author and illustrator of books like Dream Animals and Day Dreamers. Emily lives among the giant fir trees of Portland, Oregon, where she wonders what other things she will be. Visit her online at emilywinfieldmartin.com.
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