A Great Big Cuddle
Poems for the Very Young
Publisher: Walker Books
A collection of beautifully illustrated new poems for toddlers, preschoolers, and anyone who loves having fun with words, A Great Big Cuddle documents the problems and pleasures of being very young.
This joyous, high energy and high quality hardback celebrates the talents of two Children’s Laureates, Michael Rosen and Chris Riddell, who demonstrate that poetry and illustration is for everyone, even small children.
Have some fun! Download a PDF of activities around A Great Big Cuddle
You can also watch Michael Rosen performing some poems from the book:
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