Fresh Reads, Honest reviews, Educator-approved
A triumphant debut for a revolutionary heroine! Hidden away in a remote forest for sixteen years, secret royal heir Kalothia is forced to flee to a lethal Western court governed by an oppressive, anti-intellectual patriarchy. Refusing to play the submissive damsel, Kalothia uses her sharp mind and survival instincts to navigate an unmissable web of palace intrigue.
BIG is a powerful, Caldecott-winning picture book that explores a child’s journey to self-love amidst societal pressure and bullying. With exquisite illustrations and spare text, this book is essential for teaching children that their unique identity should be celebrated, and that words have the power to both hurt and heal. Highly recommended for all elementary libraries.