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Let ME Do It!

Simon Philip author Ella Okstad illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Oxford University Press

Published:8th Aug '24

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Let ME Do It! cover

Teddy's determined to show he can do things by himself!

Teddy is NOT a baby anymore. So why won't his family stop fussing over him? One day he decides to take matters into his own hands. Soon Teddy is brushing his own hair, buttoning his own coat, and even making his own breakfast. What could possibly go wrong? A hilarious and highly relatable story from award-winning author, Simon Philip.Teddy is NOT a baby anymore. So why won't his family stop fussing over him? One day he decides that enough is enough and takes matters into his own hands. Soon Teddy is brushing his own hair, buttoning his own coat, and even making his own breakfast. As Teddy's confidence grows, he becomes ever more ambitious. What could possibly go wrong? Narrated in the first person in Simon Philip's uniquely appealing picture book voice and with hilarious illustrations by Ella Okstad, this is a funny and mischievous story that will resonate with both children and their parents.

"A funny and mischievous story that will resonate with both children and their parents." * Michael Thorn, ACHUKA *
"Simon Philip's hilarious first person narrative in combination with Ella Okstad's equally hilarious, dramatic scenes of Teddy's ambitious actions, will appeal to both young children and the adults who share the story." * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *
"Brace yourself for another laughter-filled picture book from Simon Philip... With its perfect balance of reassurance and kindness with youthful chaos, Let ME Do It! is certain to strike a chord with both children and adults." * Pam Norfolk, The Lancashire Post *
"Teddy proves that he is not a baby anymore in this hilarious story of family life." * LoveReading4Kids *

ISBN: 9780192788405

Dimensions: 245mm x 245mm x 2mm

Weight: 152g