The book title is a familiar refrain in the real lives of toddlers and their parents; its relevance will sing loud and clear to consumers.; Pays tribute to the "small steps" that a toddler takes towards independence, with cheerful art and congratulatory text.; With Gillingham's retro fresh style and 4 colour spot treatment, this book will surely appeal to children and adults alike.; With one boy main character and one girl main character, this pair of books achieves full spectrum appeal, as well as larger on shelf presence.

Now I Am Big!: I used to just splash. Now I make waves.I used to be shy. Now I am brave.I used to just watch. Now I can dig.I used to be little. Now I am big!Together Now I Am Big! and I Can Do it Myself! celebrate the feats of growing out of babyhood and embracing independence! With relevant and charming specifics, Krensky and Gillingham address the “small wins” of growing just a little bit older. Young children and their encouraging parents will revel in the empowering text and retro-fresh illustrations.

"**STARRED REVIEW** "Lovely, understated verse and artwork with a delightfully vintage feel are in perfect sync in this testament to a boy's increasing capabilities...It's a quiet yet confident affirmation of the skills children master with each passing year."" - Publishers Weekly, starred review