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Little Big Man

Varian Johnson

Ages 3–8

44 pages · Released May 6, 2025

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Little Big Man parent’s guide: what’s inside

High confidence

Violence

Language

Sexual content

LGBTQ+ themes

Scary or mature

Substance use

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A note for parents

This is a warm, age-appropriate picture book about a young boy learning to take on responsibility while balancing fun and family time. The story models emotional maturity, helpfulness, and the importance of play without any concerning content. It's a straightforward celebration of growing up and family bonds, ideal for early elementary-aged children.

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From the publisher

From literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson and New York Times bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown comes a heartwarming father-son story about the importance of stepping up...and finding time to play. Elijah can't wai... From literary powerhouse and Coretta Scott King Honor- and Boston Globe / Horn Book Honor-winning author of The Parker Inheritance Varian Johnson and New York Times bestselling illustrator Reggie Brown comes a heartwarming father-son story about the importance of stepping up...and finding time to play. Elijah can't wait to take his brand-new kite for its first flight! But with a new baby in the family, Daddy has to work this weekend. Elijah finds a clever way to help out and pitch in with his family while also reminding his dad how to still have a little fun. Beloved children's book author, Varian Johnson’s debut picture book highlights the fun journey of a young child building his confidence as he steps up into the big kid role, specifically as the little big man of the house.

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  • Juvenile Fiction

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ISBN 9781546116356 · Scholastic Inc.

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