The book functions as a , where each animal the mouse meets asks the title's question, "Can I come too?", and joins her on the quest to find the ultimate giant of the animal kingdom. Artistic and Educational Value
“"The mouse is really cute, it is my favourite animal in the book and the pictures are really real." — Reviewer, The Guardian” The Guardian · 12 years ago Can I Come Too? by Brian Patten and Nicola Bayley - review
: Using uncomplicated language to express deep feelings. Can I Come Too Brian Patten
The story follows a tiny mouse who decides she wants a very big adventure. Setting out with a clear goal—to find the —she journeys through various landscapes and encounters a "menagerie" of other animals. As the mouse travels, she meets:
“"This book has few words and mostly pictures so is good for pre-school children." — Zara, The Guardian ” The Guardian · 12 years ago The book functions as a , where each
: Keeping a sense of dream and imagination alive.
Discovering Brian Patten’s Can I Come Too? Can I Come Too? is a poetic and visually stunning children's book written by world-renowned author and illustrated by the acclaimed artist Nicola Bayley . Originally published around 2013, it has become a favorite for pre-school audiences due to its gentle storytelling and intricate artwork. A Quest for the Biggest Creature The story follows a tiny mouse who decides
Brian Patten is a celebrated poet who first rose to fame in the 1960s as one of the . While known for his lyrical and sometimes surreal adult poetry, he has spent decades producing highly regarded children’s literature. His work often focuses on themes of: