I’ve Broken My Bum

Written in present tense rhyme, Dawn McMillan’s I’ve Broken My Bum! takes us on a whirlwind journey of crisis management. When one’s bum has been broken, there’s only one thing to do; problem solve! But when your solutions come with problems of their own it takes quick thinking and a certain amount of resilience to stay on top of things. But you never know, you may start a trend or two! This is a tale to delight those who love the ridiculous, and will particularly appeal to boys and girls of 4 - 8 years old. Ross Kinnaird’s illustrations ingeniously capture the humourous predicaments of the character’s highs and lows, and add to the sense of fast paced madness. This is a good romping read to share aloud with your child or class. Expect laughter.

Title: I’ve Broken My Bum

Author: Dawn McMillan

Illustrator: Ross Kinnaird

Publisher: Oratia Books

ISBN: 978-0-947506-64-3

RRP: $19.99

Format: Softcover picture book

Date of publication: 2019

Ages: 4 - 8 years

Reviewer: Stephanie Dolphin, Level 1 Co-team leader, Remarkables Primary School, Central Otago

Recommendation: Recommended

Book’s opening: I’ve crashed my bike. I’ve sat with a splat. I’ve broken my bum. My bum has gone flat!

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