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What Little Boys Are Made Of
A Modern Nursery Rhyme
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What are little boys made of? Discover and inspire a new generation of loving, unique boys in this modern retelling of the classic nursery rhyme!
Celebrate all boys can be and more in this all-new take on the classic nursery rhyme, the perfect Christmas gift for kids!
What are little boys made of? Far more than snips, snails, and puppy dog tails! Inspire a generation of unique, wonderful boys with this special story based on the well-known rhyme that moves beyond stereotypes and reminds boys that they are remarkable and absolutely loved. This heartfelt picture book for children ages 3-7 offers sincere encouragement for every little boy to feel confident in who he is and what he loves to do, because he's creative, kind, bold, clever, and full of endless potential!
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What Little Boys Are Made Of by Susanna Leonard Hill is praised for challenging traditional stereotypes about boys. It promotes the theme of embracing individuality, conveying that everyone should be appreciated for their unique qualities.
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ISBN: 9781728251455
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 26 January 2023
Country: United States
Imprint: Sourcebooks Wonderland
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Natalie Vasilica
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 211.0mm
Height: 211.0mm
Weight: 261g
Pages: 40
About the Author
SUSANNA LEONARD HILL is the New York Times bestselling author of Moon's First Friends, as well as many other award-winning books for children. She does frequent school and library visits, teaches picture book writing, and offers picture book critiques. She lives in New York's Mid-Hudson Valley with her children and two rescue dogs.
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