Because I'm Big
Will be published approx. on 1. September 2026
Book
Hardback
24 pages
978-0-2281-0622-7 (ISBN)
Description
Because I'm BIG...
doesn't mean I want to fight.
Because I'm BIG...
doesn't mean I'm not friendly.
Because I'm BIG...
doesn't mean I don't get scared.
Because I'm BIG is a charming, illustrated children's book featuring a big Cane Corso with an even bigger heart. Based on the author's experience with her own foster dog, the story playfully debunks many of the stereotypes associated with big dogs, but beyond that it has a positive underlying message about never judging anything or anyone by appearance alone. The author's beautiful, unique polymer clay illustrations bring vibrant color and life to her meaningful words, and this sweet book is sure to become a storytime favorite of animal lovers for years to come.
Because I'm BIG...
means there's more of me to LOVE.
doesn't mean I want to fight.
Because I'm BIG...
doesn't mean I'm not friendly.
Because I'm BIG...
doesn't mean I don't get scared.
Because I'm BIG is a charming, illustrated children's book featuring a big Cane Corso with an even bigger heart. Based on the author's experience with her own foster dog, the story playfully debunks many of the stereotypes associated with big dogs, but beyond that it has a positive underlying message about never judging anything or anyone by appearance alone. The author's beautiful, unique polymer clay illustrations bring vibrant color and life to her meaningful words, and this sweet book is sure to become a storytime favorite of animal lovers for years to come.
Because I'm BIG...
means there's more of me to LOVE.
More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Canada
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Kindergarten, Interest Age: From 3 to 5 years
Illustrations
full-colour illustrations in polymer modelling clay
Dimensions
Height: 203 mm
Width: 203 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-2281-0622-7 (9780228106227)
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Kim Fernandes is an award-winning children's book illustrator, known for her striking three-dimensional images created with polymer clay. Kim's other works include The Night Before Christmas, Busy Little Mouse and Sleepy Little Mouse. She lives in Ontario with her cat and big dog.