Big Day Out (First Time)

A big day out can be exciting, but it can also bring lots of questions for a young child: How long will it take? What will we do? Where will we go? What happens if I get lost? Big Day Out helps children explore these questions in a simple, reassuring way, making an unfamiliar outing feel more familiar and manageable.

Part of the First Time series, this engaging children's book helps young readers understand and prepare for new experiences away from their usual routines. With simple conversational text and lively illustrations, Big Day Out creates an ideal opportunity for parents, caregivers, and children to talk together about going on an outing, what they might expect, and how they can stay safe.

Help Your Child Feel Ready for a Big Day Out

• A reassuring introduction to outings – Helps young children understand what a special day out might involve and what they can expect along the way.
• Encourages open conversation – Provides a natural starting point for discussing questions, excitement, worries, and unfamiliar situations.
• Introduces staying safe – Gives parents and caregivers an opportunity to talk with children about staying close, recognizing trusted adults, and what to do if they become separated.
• Simple, child-friendly text – Conversational language makes the story easy for young children to follow and understand.
• Lively illustrations – Engaging artwork brings the experience to life and encourages children to talk about what they see.
• Perfect for shared reading – Parents and caregivers can read the book together with children and use the story to discuss their own plans for a day out.

The First Time series helps make new experiences less scary by giving young children the language and confidence to talk about what is happening. These books encourage children to ask questions, share their worries, and feel more prepared for important milestones and everyday experiences.

A reassuring first-time book for toddlers and young children, Big Day Out is a helpful resource for families preparing for a new outing, talking about safety, and helping children feel confident when exploring new places and experiences.

Jess grew up in a large family a few miles north of London and has always loved children’s picture books, especially ones that make her laugh. She became a full-time illustrator in the 1990s and has since gone on to illustrate over 50 books for children. “The Big Red Rock” is her debut author-illustrated children’s picture book.