The Boy Who Tried to Shrink His Name

When Zimdalamashkermishkada starts a new school, he knows he’s got to do something about his long name.
When no amount of shrinking, folding or crumpling works, he simply settles for Zim – but deep down, it doesn’t feel right. It’s not until a new friend sees him for who he truly is that Zimdalamashkermishkada finds the confidence to step boldly into his long name.

A warm and uplifting story that encourages young readers to celebrate their individuality, and shows how no-one should ever have to shrink themselves down to fit in. Written by Sandhya Parappukkaran, illustrated by Michelle Pereira and read by Leah Vandenberg. 

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Credits

• Written by

  Sandhya Parappukkaran

• Illustrated by

  Michelle Pereira

• Performed by

  Leah Vandenberg

• Published By

  Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing

Suitable for

Duration

08:42

Series

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