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3+years

I'm Actually Really Grown-Up Now

Author and illustrator: Maisie Paradise Shearring

Meena feels left out when she is sent to bed during a grown-up party. She arranges her own party in this spirited, fun and child-orientated story. Meena soon finds herself helping with shopping, emptying the car-boot and tidying up before discovering her child guests are having a lot more fun!

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  • Black/brown representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead