If I Was a Horse

What would life look like if you woke up as a horse? In If I Was a Horse, two-time Caldecott Medallist Sophie Blackall invites readers into a whimsical daydream filled with oversized humour and boundless imagination. From navigating everyday spaces as a towering steed to pondering the impact on family routines, the narrative gallops through delightful œwhat-if scenarios that spark both laughter and wonder. The charming, rhythmic text is paired with Sophie's signature illustrations-vibrant, expressive, and playfully absurd-creating a captivating story that explores the power of imaginative thinking. Whether trotting through the kitchen or attempting to wear shoes with hooves, this joyful tale is perfect for storytime and encourages readers to visualise possibilities beyond the ordinary. It's more than just a fun romp-it's a tribute to curiosity, creativity, and the world as seen through a child's eyes. A brilliant book for early years exploration of perspective, storytelling, and playful problem-solving.

Educational Benefits:

• Encourages imaginative thinking and creative expression.
• Supports oral language development and descriptive vocabulary.
• Fosters empathy through role-play and imaginative scenarios.
• Introduces basic narrative structure and cause-effect relationships.

Classroom Ideas:

• Prompt students to write their own "If I Was an Animal" stories.
• Use illustrations as inspiration for creative drawing sessions.
• Incorporate into a drama lesson where students act out scenes as horses.
• Discuss the differences between real and imagined experiences.

Information:

• Ages: 4-8 years
• Measurements: 23.5cm (W) x 27.9cm (H)
• Pages: 32 | Paperback
• Author/Illustrator: Sophie Blackall