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Pets For Peter Book And Puzzle

By Jane Werner Watson
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In Pets For Peter Book And Puzzle by Jane Werner Watson, young Peter embarks on a delightful adventure to find the perfect pet. Along the way, he encounters various animals, each with its own charm and challenges. This enchanting children's story combines engaging narrative with interactive elements, making it a fun and educational experience for young readers.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy charming stories that introduce young readers to the world of animals and foster an appreciation for pets. Its delightful combination of storytelling and interactive puzzles offers an engaging experience that can simultaneously entertain and educate children.

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"Published on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of Little Golden Books."

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What child doesn't want a pet to love? A special edition of a classic in honour of the 75th anniversary of Little Golden Books!

This 1950s Little Golden Book—with its own jigsaw puzzle—is back in print for today's kids. Little ones will enjoy hearing the funny tale of a boy searching for the perfect pet. Then they can put together the simple jigsaw puzzle—featuring a bonus picture from the story—that can be punched out from the book's sturdy cover.

Reissued to celebrate the 75th anniversary of Little Golden Books, Pets For Peter Book And Puzzle is a delightful addition to any child's collection.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780399553639

Publisher: Random House USA Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 10 January 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Golden Books Publishing Company, Inc.

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 205.0mm

Weight: 146g

Pages: 22

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Jane Werner Watson Penguin Books

About the Author

JANE WERNER WATSON (1915-2004) was the original editor of Little Golden Books, and a prolific author of Golden Book titles, from Disney titles to nonfiction. Some of her bestselling Little Golden Books include My Little Golden Book About God, Wonders of Nature, and The Christmas Story. AURELIUS BATTAGLIA (1910-1984) was an animator who worked for Walt Disney Studios from 1937 to 1941, and contributed most notably to Dumbo, Fantasia, and Pinocchio.

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