You've probably heard the expression “when pigs fly," but did you know that in Spain they say “when frogs grow hair" and in Nigeria “when chickens have teeth"? A rib-tickling collection of idioms from around the world. But the question is: will you believe them...?
Derby Children's Book Award Longlist 2021
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Susan retired after thirty years as a Kindergarten teacher and currently enjoys her "second career" assisting adult English Language Learners and U.S. citizenship candidates.
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Raquel is an illustrator from the north of Spain. Her illustrations have received awards in children’s book fairs and exhibitions around the world including Portugal, Chile, Korea, China and the UAE.
I'll Believe You When... : Draw Along with Raquel Bonita!
“Such a fun book! It will spark the imagination of readers and encourage them to play with language themselves!'”
-Caroline Fielding, CILIP YLG London chair
“I loved so much of this book! It's a funny book about idioms for young children and celebrates diversity in a fun way”
-Youth Services Book Review, 5 STARS
“With a world map, exploration of complex and playful language and inclusive illustrations, there is lots to enjoy in this book. There is certainly a lot that will have little ones giggling!”
-Father Reading Every Day