Is it going to take much longer?

How does a seed grow into a little brother or sister? The non-fiction picture book 'Duurt het nog lang?' (Will it take much longer?) provides a clear answer to children's questions about pregnancy. Preschoolers expecting a little brother or sister are often incredibly curious about what is happening inside their mother's belly. Science journalist Floor Bal, who received a Flag and Pennant award from the Griffel Jury for her book 'Het hele soepzootje' (The Whole Mess), explains week by week how the baby develops in mom's belly, with great sensitivity to the world of young children. They get answers to questions such as: how big is the baby now? What can the little one do? And of course, the eternal million-dollar question is also addressed: will it take much longer? With the help of the beautiful illustrations by illustrator Iris Deppe, Floor Bal gives preschoolers a clear description of how a seed grows into a little brother or sister. Strange bumps become arms, feet get toes, and they even pee in the amniotic fluid. 'Duurt het nog lang?' is a heartwarming read-aloud book in which children from different family structures can recognize themselves. For expectant brothers and sisters aged 4 and up.