Squirrel and Bird

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Author: Baker, Laura Picture storybooksPublished on 2 October 2025 by Little Tiger Press Group (Little Tiger) in the United Kingdom.Hardback | 32 pages251 x 288 x 11 | 430g A smart , funny, visually striking picture book about identity, self-expression, and refusing to be defined by just one thing. Meet Squirrel. Squirrel is LOUD.Meet Bird. Bird is quiet.They are complete opposites.And that's all you need to know.The end.Or is it . . . ?This cleverly crafted story flips labels upside down, proving that nobody can be summed up in a single word. Written with wit by Laura Baker and illustrated by debut talent Stacey Thomas, this playful, thought-provoking book will have children discovering hidden layers of meaning on every page. A joyful celebration of self-acceptance, it encourages and empowers kids to embrace every part of themselves - loud, quiet, or somewhere in between.Ideal for fans of Perfectly Norman by Tom Percival, Odd Dog Out by Rob Biddulph and You Matter by Christian Robinson, this beautifully illustrated book features a modern, limited colour palette that makes every page a work of art. A must-have for parents, teachers, and anyone seeking inclusive, confidence-boosting picture books about being unapologetically you. Show more