Little Big Boubo

Product Description The latest book from award-winning illustrator Beatrice Alemagna is a tender and humorous reflection on toddlerhood that will strike a chord with parents and toddlers alike. Boubo is eager to show that he’s not a baby anymore. He wants everyone to know he’s on his way to being a “big kid” and, to prove his case, he is proud to demonstrate his newfound abilities: He can ride a bike, order for himself in a restaurant, and much more! Little Big Boubo portrays a unique stage of child development with empathy and humor, and is a delightful celebration of a parent’s love. From School Library Journal Toddler-PreS—Boubo is no longer a baby; he's a big boy. He has big eyes and a big nose. He only wears "nappies" (diapers) one day a week. And there are so many things that convince him he is big, but especially his mother's reassurance that he is her "biggest love." Toddlers will relate to this sweet story of being babies no more, and delight in the pride their increasing independence brings. The mixed-media illustrations are charming, with shapes cut from patterned paper-and-ink line drawings. Alemagna has created an expressive story that will engage her audience. Although Boubo is not quite human, it is unclear what kind of animal he is. But it really does not matter. His joy at achieving toddler milestones is heartwarming. VERDICT Recommended addition to toddler collections, as well as an inspiration for art teachers who enjoy teaching various styles of illustration.—Mary Hazelton, formerly at Warren & Waldoboro Elementary Schools, ME About the Author Beatrice Alemagna is a multi-award-winning author/illustrator from Bologna, Italy. Now living in Paris, she has worked as the poster artist for Centre Pompidou for over 10 years and is the author of over 20 books for children, translated into 13 different languages. Her artwork has been the subject of 14 solo exhibitions and has been featured in group exhibitions in major museums. Accolades include a Bologna Ragazzi special mention, the Rueil-Malmaison Best Illustrator Prize, and, twice, the Baobab Prize for the most innovative book for children.