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Hey, Little Human

By Kate Peridot
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Hey, Little Human is a thought-provoking and charming picture book narrated by animals, offering a unique perspective on humanity and our planet. Imagine the world through the eyes of different animals observing the strangest creature on earth—us! What if animals could comment on the strangest creature... Read More
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Hey, Little Human is a thought-provoking and charming picture book narrated by animals, offering a unique perspective on humanity and our planet.

Imagine the world through the eyes of different animals observing the strangest creature on earth—us!

What if animals could comment on the strangest creature of all—us? This delightful picture book offers a fresh and thought-provoking perspective on what it means to be human and our place in the natural world.

Each page is filled with vibrant scenes from around the globe, showcasing diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes. Meet animals who reflect on their similarities and differences to humans, gently reminding us to share our world, appreciate its biodiversity, and care for one another.

Perfect for sparking conversations about our impact on the environment and encouraging empathy and understanding in young readers, this book is a beautiful celebration of our planet and all its inhabitants.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241799543

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 250.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Kate Peridot Penguin Books

About the Author

Kate Peridot has written a range of picture books and non-fiction children's books for curious and daring 3-11-year-olds published by Bloomsbury, Walker Books, DK, Hachette and Wide-Eyed Editions. She loves writing about animals and people that spark a quest for knowledge and a sense of adventure. She currently lives with her family in the sunny South of France but hops back to the UK regularly.

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