Hands-down favorites with beginning readers, these buoyant tales feature delightfully adorable characters—with absolutely enormous needs!
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RIF's 60th Anniversary Highlighted Book for 1982. A fun book for young children that introduces them to animals and the sounds they make. Cows, sheep, pigs, dogs, and cats are included in the story.
This beautifully illustrated Italian folktale teaches children that the best gifts are often the most helpful ones, rather than the most expensive. It is a funny and heartwarming story perfect for young readers who love adventure, history, and cats.
