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My Mum's the Best (15th Anniversary Edition) Board Book
Brief Description
Whether big or small, feathered or furry, mums always know how to make us feel special. Celebrate mums with this special 15th anniversary edition of an Australian classic.
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Whether big or small, feathered or furry, mums always know how to make us feel special. Celebrate mums with this special 15th anniversary edition of an Australian classic.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761640292
Publisher: Scholastic Australia
Format: Board book
Date Published: 01 March 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Scholastic Inc
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
- Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 167.0mm
Height: 175.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 24
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