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Her stories not only entertain but also gently impart valuable life lessons, making them a worthwhile addition to any child's bookshelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the imaginative and whimsical worlds created by Sarah Kurpiel, where every story is an adventure waiting to be discovered!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"elephants-big-solo-by-sarah-kurpiel-9780063093201","title":"Elephant’s Big Solo","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryone is excited about the chance to perform a solo in the class recital—except Elephant. How will she deal with her anxiety and stage fright? \u003cem\u003eElephant’s Big Solo\u003c\/em\u003e is a warm and sensitive celebration of meeting life’s challenges while staying true to who you are. 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