FREE to be ME
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Winner of the Open Book Awards & Golden Wizard Prize
Multi Award-Winning title FREE to be ME has been distributed to over 100 Scottish primary schools, toured festivals and schools in 2026.
In a world where everyone expects him to look and act a certain way, a young elephant carries a quiet truth he’s too scared to share. He longs to twirl, to shine, and to wear the beautiful dress he’s always dreamed of.
Everything changes the day he discovers a magical scarf: a shimmering, swirling ribbon of courage that helps him step into the colours of who he truly is. With each knot and twirl, he finds bravery, belonging, and the freedom to be himself.
FREE to Be Me is an inclusive story that celebrates individuality, and the power of acceptance. Perfect for families, classrooms and anyone teaching that every child – no matter how what their circumstances, deserves love, space and permission to be exactly who they are.
A tender tale of courage, colour and being unapologetically you.