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by Sumana Seeboruth (Author), Maribel Castells (Illustrator)
"Pitch perfect for an audience of children who want to be self-reliant and have the stubbornness to prove it!" - School Library Journal
A determined toddler sets out to get ready all by herself - but from putting on clothes to fixing her hair, nothing seems to go as planned. When her big sister needs a hand, she realizes they can help each other and make mornings a little easier. This humorous, heartwarming story perfectly captures a toddler's drive for independence.- Explores themes of autonomy, frustration, and teamwork
- Features a relatable family setting and sibling dynamics
- Part of the Feelings & Firsts series, designed to help little ones through big early childhood moments
Back Jacket
By myself. No, no, no! I can do it. Go, go, go!
This toddler doesn't want any help . . . until big sister needs a helping hand. Turns out teamwork can be fun!Author Biography
Sumana Seeboruth is the award-winning author of the Feelings & Firsts book series for toddlers. She lives in London with her husband and two children, and works in the city. Her writing is inspired by the natural world, family, and childhood memories of trips to India. When she is not writing, she can be found quietly rummaging through antique shops or jamming loudly in the lounge with her music-obsessed family.
Maribel Castells is an award-winning illustrator and children's book artist from Mallorca, Spain. She creates welcoming, emotionally resonant scenes infused with subtle comedy and charm. Her expressive, signature visual style balances geometric shapes and a finely tuned sensitivity to detail, enriched by a lively interplay of textures and patterns. In addition to illustrating, she advocates for creative education. Her workshop on the joy of making images and stories, "Creating Illustrated Books," has reached more than a thousand children in Mallorca.
Number of Pages: 26
Dimensions: 0.65 x 6.38 x 6.75 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: August 15, 2023
