Tiny Cedric

By Sally Lloyd-Jones, Rowboat Watkins (Illustrator)

A tiny king banishes his court, leaving babies in charge. Can he grow into a big-hearted ruler?

3.7/5 Goodreads · 306 ratings

44 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Tiny Cedric, a king frustrated by his small stature, banishes everyone taller than him, leaving only babies to manage the palace. As chaos ensues, Cedric faces unexpected challenges like kissing boo-boos and reading bedtime stories. Will these royal duties transform him into a kinder, more compassionate ruler? Discover how Cedric navigates his pint-sized kingdom in this delightful tale filled with humor and heart.

From the publisher

“The grouchiest character since the Grinch.” –School Library Journal, starred review A hilarious, heartwarming picture book from a New York Times bestselling author and award-winning illustrator about a tiny king who grows into a big-hearted monarch after he banishes almost his entire court from the palace. Tiny Cedric, King ME the First does not like being small. AT ALL. So he decides to banish anyone taller than him from his palace. Which is everyone, basically. The only ones left are the babies. And now they’re in charge of the Royal Duties! How will Cedric cope–especially now that he must kiss boo-boos and read bedtime stories? Will he become a kinder, gentler, BIGGER king? Filled with colorful illustrations and ensuing hi-jinks, this charming picture book is perfect for children of all ages AND sizes!

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