Can I Build Another Me? - Haliburtons & Co.

Can I Build Another Me?

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A wildly imaginative journey into what makes each of us uniquely ourselves

What would happen if you could build another you? This delightfully philosophical picture book follows a child's hilarious train of thought as he decides to make a clone of himself—and discovers that figuring out what makes him HIM is far more complicated than expected.

Is it the scar on his knee or his sticky palms? His love of acorns or the way he winks? As our young protagonist ponders these questions, his imagination spirals into wonderfully absurd territory. Through Shinsuke Yoshitake's quirky illustrations and brilliantly inventive storytelling, children are invited to explore the fascinating puzzle of identity and individuality.

This is philosophy for children at its finest—a book that opens up countless opportunities for reflection and discussion whilst being thoroughly entertaining and genuinely funny. With each page offering new insights into what makes us who we are, it's a story that celebrates the beautiful complexity of being human.

Perfect for curious minds who love to think deeply about the world around them, this award-winning Japanese author's work has captivated children and adults worldwide with its unique blend of humour, wisdom, and imagination.

Suitable for children aged 7 years and up

Format: 25.6 × 20.4 cm hardcover, 32 pages, full colour

Further Information

About the Author:
Shinsuke Yoshitake is an award-winning Japanese author-illustrator whose books, including "It Might Be an Apple" and "What Happens Next?", have been translated into more than 10 languages and captivated children worldwide.

What Makes This Special:

Philosophy made accessible and fun for children
Encourages deep thinking about identity and self-awareness
Perfect conversation starter for families
Unique blend of humour and profound ideas

Skills Developed:

Self-reflection and identity awareness
Philosophical thinking
Creative problem-solving
Understanding uniqueness and individuality

Press Recognition

The Guardian praised it as "Perfect for children who wonder what makes them unique... spins its philosophical plates with humour and dexterity"

Red Reading Hub called it "Philosophy for children this certainly is... totally empowering, funny, bound to induce self-reflection... genius"

Product Specifications

SKU: 9780500650783

Author: Shinsuke Yoshitake

Publisher: Thames & Hudson

Format: Hardcover

Dimensions: 25.6 × 20.4 cm

Pages: 32 pages, full colour

Age Range: 7+ years

Publication Date: April 2016

Origin: Japan (translated to English)

Themes: Identity, Philosophy, Self-discovery

Delivery & Returns

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Our Promise to You

We want every gift to bring joy. If something isn't quite right, we're here to help make it better. You have 30 days after receiving your order to return any item – plenty of time to see how it fits into your family's world.

How Returns Work

Getting started is simple: Contact us at hello@haliburtons.com or use the chat feature on our website, and we'll guide you through everything. No forms, no fuss – just a friendly conversation about how we can help.

What we need: Your item should be in the same lovely condition it arrived in – unused, with any tags, and in its original packaging. We'll also need your order number or receipt.

Send it back: Once we've arranged your return, we'll email you a free prepaid return label and clear instructions.

Questions?

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Why we like it

What makes this book extraordinary is how it takes a child's simple idea and follows it to its logical, hilarious conclusion. Yoshitake has a genius for showing children that their biggest questions—like "what makes me me?"—are actually profound philosophical puzzles that even adults wrestle with.

It's the kind of book that sparks conversations long after you've closed it.