Before the Story: 12 Enchanting Chapter Books! (Disney)

Name: Before the Story: 12 Enchanting Chapter Books! (Disney)
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SKU: 9781761522772
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Series: Disney

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So you know the stories of Snow White biting the apple, Ariel becoming part of our world and Anita’s many puppies, but what happened Before the Story? Discover all new adventures from 12 of your favourite Disney heroines in this enchanting chapter book box set! Read More

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761522772

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2024

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 104.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 300g

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