Xiao Xin believes he is a red fire warrior but his family are always telling him to be careful. They believe the world is a dangerous place. Too dangerous for a little boy on his own.
They don’t understand what I can do!
They don’t understand what I can be!
They don’t understand what I can be!
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It has been such a privilege to work with Alice Pung. We wanted a story that would talk to both parents and children about how our fears affect us in both extreme and subtle ways. We hope you'll enjoy reading Be Careful, Xiao Xin!
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And an extra special thank you to our publisher Lisa Berryman and editor Eve Tonelli
Awards
ABIA 2023 Children's Picture Book of the Year - Shortlist
ABDA 2023 Best Designed Children’s Picture Book - Shortlist
Speech Pathology 2023 - Shortlist
DANZ Children's Book Award 2024, Picture Book - Shortlist
CBCA 2023 Book of the Year - Notables
IBBY Australia Ena Noël Award (Encouragement Award for Children’s Literature) - Winner
ABDA 2023 Best Designed Children’s Picture Book - Shortlist
Speech Pathology 2023 - Shortlist
DANZ Children's Book Award 2024, Picture Book - Shortlist
CBCA 2023 Book of the Year - Notables
IBBY Australia Ena Noël Award (Encouragement Award for Children’s Literature) - Winner
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ISBN: 9781922033932
ISBN 10: 1922033936
Imprint: Working Title Press AU
ISBN 10: 1922033936
Imprint: Working Title Press AU
On Sale: 07/09/2022
Pages: 48
List Price: 24.99 AUD
Age: From 4 years
List Price: 24.99 AUD
Age: From 4 years
BISAC1: JUVENILE FICTION / Social Issues / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance