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The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name

The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name

by Sandhya Parappukkaran & Michelle Pereira (Illus)

When Zimdalamishkermishkada starts a new school, he knows he’s got to do something about his long name. ​

Format
Hardcover
Category
Children
Publisher
Hardie Grant Books
Publish Date
August 2021

When no amount of shrinking, folding or crumpling works, he simply settles for Zim - but deep down, it doesn't feel right. It's not until a new friend sees him for who he truly is that Zimdalamishkermishkada finds the confidence to step boldly into his long name. ​ A warm and uplifting story that encourages young readers to celebrate their individuality, and shows how no-one should ever have to shrink themselves down to fit in.​

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