What will you do when you get big?

A review of When I'm Big by Paula Hannigan

An ingenious system of sliding panels adds an element of excitement and whimsy to this gorgeous board book about imagining what the future could bring. The rich colors of the illustrations invite you to linger on each page a little longer than usual. The surprising changes in the pictures when you slide the panels up will bring a smile to your lips. In one spread, a rocket ship blasts off, another shows a daring firefighter on an extending ladder, yet another reveals a tall and very tasty-looking cake. The sliders themselves are simple for an adult to use, but might prove a little tricky for very young readers. They do seem to be sturdier than many slider or lift-the-flap books available today. What will you do when you get big? Perhaps the answer lies in this charming new book!

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