"When I Was Little Like You" by Stephen Lambert is a poignant exploration of childhood innocence and the complexities of family life. The story follows a young boy reflecting on his memories and the events that shaped his early years. Through vivid recollections and heartfelt narratives, he navigates the bittersweet experiences of growing up, the challenges of changing relationships, and the enduring bond with his childhood friends. As he grapples with the contrast between his past and present, the reader is invited to ponder the fleeting nature of time and the lasting impact of formative moments in our lives. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book features in the following series: Picture Puffin, Viking Kestrel Picture .

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 1998 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .

Jill Paton Walsh is a distinguished writer, best-known for her adult novel, Knowledge of Angels, which was shortlisted for the 1994 Booker Prize. Among her many children's titles are The Dolphin Crossing (widely acknowledged as a modern classic); Gaffer Samson's Luck (Winner of the Smarties Prize); The Emperor's Winding Sheet (Winner of the Whitbread Award) and Thomas and the Tinners (Winner of the Smarties Prize). Stephen Lambert graduated from Lincoln College of Art in 1984 and soon turned his attention to children's book illustration. He lives and works in Cornwall. Geraldne McCaughrean is a highly-acclaimed writer of children's fiction and picture books and is particularly known for her retellings. She lives in a village in Berkshire.