From Yamile Saied Méndez, acclaimed author of Where Are You From?, comes a stunning lyrical picture book that tells the story of one girl who is always asked a simple question: What will you be when you grow up? “Méndez and Alizadeh create a balance between the abstract and concrete by letting the child imagine the future but with Abuela’s guidance and support. A sweet read to share with loved ones.” –Kirkus (starred review)”Turning a common question of childhood into a substantive quest, this imaginative set of plans will have other children charting their own course through the stars.” –School Library JournalWhat will you be when you grow up?A young girl dreams about all the endless possibilities, sparking a sense of wonder, curiosity, and growth. With her abuela’s loving guidance, she learns her potential is limitless.Yamile Saied Méndez’s powerful, lyrical text and Kate Alizadeh’s colorful, stunning art are a radiant celebration of family, love, and community.A Spanish-language edition, ¿Qué Serás?, is also available.
An exciting new talent, Kate graduated from Falmouth University in 2013 with a degree in Illustration. Now based in Wales, she is busy developing her picture book style, a wonderful mixture of energetic line, gorgeous characters, contemporary colour and fabulous hand lettering. Written and illustrated by Kate, her debut picture book Quiet! was published by Child’s Play International in 2017. This was followed by That is Actually My Blanket, Baby! illustrated by Kate and published by Little Tiger Press. Kate loves baby animals, textures, pencils and bow ties. She doesn’t like spiders or having wet socks.
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