3+years
Taking the Long Way Home
Author: Jake HopeIllustrator: Brian FitzgeraldWhen Zarah and her brother are collected from school by Uncle Jerome, he conjures up a world of magical make-believe on the way home. Pterodactyls swoop, crocodiles clack and a big cat creeps through the long grass. Exuberant illustrations and lively text make this an excellent story to read aloud.
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- Brian Fitzgerald is a multi-award-winning illustrator
- Black representation
- Mixed-heritage representation
- Diverse cast
- Challenges gender stereotypes
- Under-represented voice