Big (Caldecott Medal Winner & Coretta Scott King Honor Title)

Cute book. Good read for any kids with issues being "big". Pretty illustrations but a little difficult for a small child to follow, especially when they want to read the words. Good storytelling. Be aware: Barely has any words in it. Multiple pages only have a picture of the character. This book is very "artsy" and symbolic just to give you an idea, which although some people may find off-putting or whatever it is a good book to have an open discussion with your kids. Ex: My 4yo initially found this book to be a bit confusing and took some of the images a bit too literally, but is still a favorite in our book rotation. Would recommend.

What a great story for all ages. I gave this as a gift to all the members of my extended family whose birthdays are in the same month as mine. (This is how I get around the problem of buying dozens of gifts.) They all enjoyed the book over and over. It takes a couple repeat readings to really digest it. The story and the feelings are so well illustrated and the taunts, the shame, the naive remarks that hurt, it's all there. It's very powerful and it all comes out in the end. The main character learns how to stand up for herself. It's a triumph! When you read this book, you learn COMPASSION!

This is a beautiful book, a must-read for all children (and adults!) The story is sweet and empathy-building and the illustrations are beautiful. I'll definitely purchase this book again as a gift for friends' children.

Wonderful book, adorable illustrations and a great lesson to learn. Vashti Harrison is always on point with her books.

This book made multiple grown adults cry. The message hits home, regardless of your age. Would highly, highly recommend.

I bought this as a gift and ended up reading it myself. I began to cry immediately. It’s so well done the illustration is amazing. It’s such a important message for us all to learn.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this book but wish it came with the medal.

Wow!!!!! This book made me and my daughter cry that is how good it is!!!!! I think an older elementary can relate to this! This was an immediate purchase for my classroom.