Have all Bridget's friends forgotten her birthday?
Written & illustrated by Oliver Jeffers
Publisher: Harper Collins Children's
Publication date: 14th October 2025
Genre: Children's Picture Book
Pages: 32
RRP: $24.99AU (hardcover)
Today is Bridget's birthday. The perfect day to spend with friends.
One by one Bridget asks her friends if they have plans for later in the day. Each of them announce they have lots to do and are very busy.
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When Pearl overhears Bridget mention her birthday the friends quickly band together, each denying that they did actually forget. They all pitch in and plan the perfect day to spend together.
I'm Very Busy is a welcome reminder to children, and their carers, that in today's busy world it's easy to forget the most important thing; finding time for friends.
In I'm Very Busy Jeffers adds lots of humour which lightens what could otherwise be a sad moment. The story includes a very strong theme of; even if we do sometimes get it wrong there is always a way to redeem ourselves and be there for our friends.
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Sometimes you come across a children's book that seems to be subtly aimed at the caregivers and I think I'm Very Busy is one of them. In this busy, busy world we all need to find time to be there for our friends and family.
Jeffers' illustrations are whimsical and filled with fun, and I love how the use of pastel colour is added throughout the story. The illustrations are soft and spare and don't overpower the story but add a dimension of whimsy.
my rating 5 / 5 🎂🎂🎂🎂🎂
Recommended age: 3+ years
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