The Wonderful Things You Will Be

"This is the first time
There''s ever been you,
So I wonder what wonderful things
You will do."

In this timeless poem about growing up, Emily Windfield Martin explores all the things you can choose to be, from brave and bold to creative and wise.

Filled with beautiful, quirky illustrations and clever read-aloud rhyme, grown-ups will love reading this book to their children at any age as they lovingly consider all the possibilities that lie ahead. Its enduring message of love and acceptance as children grow and change is both universal and poignant, and is one to share over and over again.

The New York Times bestseller that celebrates the dreams, acceptance, and love that parents have for their children...now and forever. This is the perfect heartfelt gift for baby showers, birthdays, and other new beginnings! "This is the first timeThere's ever been you,So I wonder what wonderful thingsYou will do."From brave and bold to creative and clever, Emily Winfield Martin's rhythmic rhyme celebrates all the loving things that parents and families think of when they look at their children. With beautiful, lush illustrations and a stunning gatefold that opens at the end, this is a book to treasure and to enjoy reading over and over. “Sweet but not saccharine and singsong but not forced, Martin’s text is one that will invite re-readings as it affirms parental wishes for children while admirably keeping child readers at its heart.” - Kirkus reviews “I LOVE this book. I’ve bought this book several times for friends who have had children and now I have it for my own son. Every time I read it, it brings a tear to my eye. The sentiment behind the book is beautiful, the illustrations are lovely, and I can’t wait until my son is able to look at it with me.” - a 5-star review

• | Author: Emily Winfield Martin
• | Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK
• | Publication Date: Aug 06, 2020
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• | Binding: Hardback
• | ISBN-13: 9780241446959
• | ISBN-10: 0241446953