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Big — Content Guide for Parents

By Vashti HarrisonLittle, Brown2023ISBN 978031635322960 pages
Big

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Winner of the Caldecott Medal! A Coretta Scott King Award Author and Illustrator Honor book, a National Book Award finalist, and a New York Times bestseller! This deeply moving story shares valuable lessons about fitting in, standing out, and the beauty of joyful acceptance, from an award-winning creator.



The first picture book written and illustrated by award-winning creator Vashti Harrison traces a child's journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small is a tender portrayal of how you can stand out and feel invisible at the same time.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Big appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    No violence is mentioned in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison. No scary content is detected in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have violence?

    No violence is mentioned in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have scary content?

    No scary content is detected in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes are detected in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have racial/cultural content?

    The book centers on a young Black girl who faces challenges related to her size and societal perceptions. It addresses themes of body positivity and the impact of societal expectations on Black girls.

  • Does Big have profanity?

    No profanity is mentioned in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have climate change?

    No climate themes are detected in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is detected in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have gender roles?

    No specific gender roles or themes related to gender expectations are mentioned in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.

  • Does Big have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are mentioned in the search results for 'Big' by Vashti Harrison.