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Big Kids No Everything

Illustrated by Wednesday Kirwan

About The Book

From silly to serious, “no” can have many meanings but above all shows that little ones are getting bigger in this funny and empowering board book behind every kid’s favorite two-letter word!

There are small no’s
and big no’s
loud no’s
and quiet no’s
…But big kids know
that all this NO-ing
is because they’re GROW-ing

“No” is not always a bad word—it’s just part of growing up! Because when kids learn to hear and say the word “no,” they’ll learn when to say “yes.”

About The Author

Wednesday Kirwan’s illustrations have appeared on everything from billboards to bandages. She has written and illustrated several books for children including Baby Loves to Rock!, Baby Bug, and Big Kids No Everything. She lives and works in the Santa Cruz mountains with her husband and daughter. Visit her online at WednesdayKirwanArt.com.

About The Illustrator

Wednesday Kirwan’s illustrations have appeared on everything from billboards to bandages. She has written and illustrated several books for children including Baby Loves to Rock!, Baby Bug, and Big Kids No Everything. She lives and works in the Santa Cruz mountains with her husband and daughter. Visit her online at WednesdayKirwanArt.com.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Little Simon (April 4, 2023)
  • Length: 36 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781665932424
  • Ages: 1 - 5

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Raves and Reviews

“This lovely story is a charming investigation of the social-emotional elements that arise as young children are growing into their independence…”

– School Library Journal, 11/17/2023

“…a recommended book for families to enjoy together.”

– School Library Journal, 11/17/2023

Awards and Honors

  • CBC Best Children's Books of the Year

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