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When I Grow Up I’d Like to Be…
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Dream big with bestselling author Rob Biddulph in this wonderful exploration of jobs and the world of work. When I Grow Up I’d Like to Be… invites young readers to explore the many possibilities for their future. Whether dreaming of becoming a sailor, dancer, teacher, or...
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Dream big with bestselling author Rob Biddulph in this wonderful exploration of jobs and the world of work
The new illustrated picture book from award-winning author Rob Biddulph, creator of Draw With Rob!
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Description
Dream big with bestselling author Rob Biddulph in this wonderful exploration of jobs and the world of work.
When I Grow Up I’d Like to Be… invites young readers to explore the many possibilities for their future. Whether dreaming of becoming a sailor, dancer, teacher, or vet, this beautiful and heartfelt text is full of hope and childhood ambition. With glorious illustrations throughout, this inspiring picture book introduces the world of work, making it perfect for little dreamers.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780008627713
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 25 September 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: HarperCollins
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 5.0mm
Width: 226.0mm
Height: 286.0mm
Weight: 460g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Rob Biddulph is the award-winning creator of MANY bestselling books, and is owned by Ringo, the spaniel. They live in a house in London with their family, and Rob has been barking up the RIGHT tree for a while now - his picture books have won many prizes and are loved by children all over the world. You can visit Rob and all his friends at www.robbiddulph.com.
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