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Red is Best
Series: Annikin
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See moreThis timeless tale of one child's stubborn preference for the color red has been marching its way into the hearts of readers around the world for almost 30 years. Now available as a toddler-friendly board book, Red is Best is sure to continue charming a whole new generation of readers. The text has been adapted for the board book audience.
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This timeless tale of one child's stubborn preference for the colour red has been marching its way into the hearts of readers around the world for almost 30 years.
Now available as a toddler-friendly board book, Red is Best is sure to continue charming a whole new generation of readers. The text has been adapted for the board book audience.
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Red is Best by Kathy Stinson is recognised as a delightful, must-read children's book that resonates with young readers as they relate to the charming tale of expressing personal preferences and explaining them to parents. This endearing story is highly regarded, often appearing at the top of recommended children's book lists.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9781554513642
Publisher: Annick Press Ltd
Format: Board book
Date Published: 13 October 2011
Country: Canada
Imprint: Annick Press Ltd
Edition: 25th Anniversary Edition
Illustration: Illustrations
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Robin Baird Lewis
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 152.0mm
Height: 152.0mm
Weight: 255g
Pages: 24
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"Robert Munsch is one of the world's bestselling children's authors. His books have sold over 30 million copies and have been translated into more than a dozen languages. Michael Martchenko, the recipient of multiple awards for design and illustration, has illustrated over 30 books for children and has exhibited his work.
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