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My First Story: Ariel Explores the Ocean (Disney)

Name: My First Story: Ariel Explores the Ocean (Disney)
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SKU: 9781761814471
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My First Story: Ariel Explores the Ocean (Disney) follows Ariel and Flounder on an exciting ocean adventure. However, they might need a little extra help to get home! Sweet and simple stories brought to life with adorable, colourful illustrations make My First Stories perfect for young... Read More

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My First Story: Ariel Explores the Ocean (Disney) follows Ariel and Flounder on an exciting ocean adventure. However, they might need a little extra help to get home!

Sweet and simple stories brought to life with adorable, colourful illustrations make My First Stories perfect for young readers. These fresh renditions feature classic Disney and Pixar characters that are sure to delight readers time and time again.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761814471

Publisher: Scholastic Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 February 2027

Country: Australia

Imprint: Scholastic Australia

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 7.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 160.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 24

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