We’re Going to the Doctor by Marion Cocklico

The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones deal with new experiences in their lives. In We’re Going to the Doctor, meet Billy and Nell, who go for a check-up and have an injection.

Help Billy and Nell explore the waiting room, get weighed by the doctor and have their injection in this fun-filled novelty book, brought to life with flaps and mechanisms. Each page has really helpful tips for parents and carers that are endorsed by The Good Play Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With delightful illustrations from Marion Cocklico, We’re Going to the Doctor is a brilliant way to introduce going for a check-up in a fun and relatable way.

For more toddler tips, read We’re Having A Baby, I’m Not Sleepy and Can You Say Please?

Reassuring first experiences novelty book for toddlers about going to the doctor, with parent and carer tips.

About the Author: Marion Cocklico studied graphic design at Pivaut (Nantes) for 4 years before becoming an illustrator. She’s worked with over thirty different French publishing houses since 2008 including Gallimard Tourbillon and Larousse. She lives in Paris. The Big Steps series, including No More Nappies and I’m Starting Nursery, are Marion’s first titles for an English publisher.

Dr Amanda Gummer is a research psychologist specializing in child development, with over 20 years experience working with children and families. She has set up three organisations – Fundamentally Children, FUNdamentals and the Good Toy Guide Ltd – all of which promote the value of play and positive parenting in child development. Amanda is frequently in the media and on expert panels for child-related issues, as well as being the British Toy and Hobby Association’s spokesperson for their Make Time to Play Campaign.

04 Apr 2019
 

We’re Going to the Doctor: Preparing For A Check-Up by Marion Cocklico ISBN 9781529004038