Winner of the Caldecott MedalOnce there was a girl with a big laugh and a big heart and very big dreams.She grew and grew and grew. And it was good... until it wasnt.When the girl grows big the world begins to make her feel small. She feels out of place and invisible and soon she isnt herself at all. But with the girls size comes huge inner strength and this helps her look past the hurtful words to see how perfect she really is.With beautiful illustrations and a gatefold flap this quietly reassuring story explores the experience of being big in a world that celebrates small promoting body positivity and selfacceptance in young readers.BIG is the first picture book to be written and illustrated by Vashti Harrison awardwinning creator of the bestselling Little Leaders series.New York Times bestseller May 2023