Babies use a binky. Do big kids? No! Big kids say, "Bye-bye, binky!" Every child's life is filled with milestones. Some happen easily; others need a little extra support. Artist and mom Maria van Lieshout has been there. Drawing upon her own experiences, she has created an engaging series of books that are just right for children on the brink of major changes and the caregivers who encourage them. EMPOWERING THE YOUNGEST READERS: With simple text and cute illustrations, this sweet book encourages toddlers to get excited about becoming a big kid. EXPERIENCED AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR: Born and raised in Holland, Maria van Lieshout now lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and young son. A full-time children's book author and illustrator, Maria has written and illustrated twelve children's books to date, including the Big Kid Power series, , , and more.   PART OF AN ESSENTIAL SERIES: Big Kid Power is a collection of four books including and . This series of books is ideal for toddlers facing important milestones along the road to becoming a big kid.Perfect for: