The Big Bang : World Book Day 2026 - Rose Ayling-Ellis

A heartwarming World Book Day story from Rose Ayling-Ellis about empathy, friendship and deaf awareness.

Uh oh! Where did Casper go?

When a noisy storm scares Halo and Rocky, Casper remains calm. But when lightning flashes, Casper dashes off, and the other kittens realise he is deaf! Can Halo and Rocky be brave, find Casper, and learn a new way to communicate with their friend?

The Big Bang! is a charming and accessible story for children aged 3-5 that teaches the importance of helping others - especially those with disabilities - fostering emotional intelligence early in life.