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By My Side

Hollie Hughes

Ben Mantle

As a little girl and her mum discover some dinosaur footprints on the beach - one set small, one set large - they wonder who they could have belonged to . . .

"Come, Little Dino, the world is so wide.
The safe place for you, is here by my side . . ."

Little Dino loves exploring the wide world with Mama, but when they get separated by a storm, can he be brave and find the way back to her side?

Perhaps the kindness of others, and some clues in the sand, will help to lead Little Dino home . . .

A reassuring and beautifully illustrated celebration of the unbreakable parent-child bond. Written by Hollie Hughes, author of The Girl and the Dinosaur, with artwork from award-winning illustrator Ben Mantle.

Inspired by real dinosaur footprints on the Isle of Skye in Scotland!

Hollie Hughes

Hollie Hughes is best known as the author of many much-loved picture books for young children, including the bestselling, award-winning The Girl and the Dinosaur, illustrated by Sarah Massini. When not scribbling away on picture book texts, she occasionally writes stories, poems and plays for older children and grown-ups too.
Previously a youth worker and higher education lecturer, much of her work now takes place in schools - both as a visiting author, and as a literacy consultant. She also runs writing workshops for children and adults, and regularly takes part in literary festivals and events.

By My Side

Hollie Hughes

Ben Mantle

Hollie Hughes

Ben Mantle

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