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Tot The Toad Makes a Mess
Brief Description
Tot the Toad is just like every grouchy kid: he doesn’t want to clean up after himself, or go to bed, or do his homework. He hates loud noises, new situations, and anything that throws off his routine. And tonight, he definitely doesn’t want to eat...
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Description
Tot the Toad is just like every grouchy kid: he doesn’t want to clean up after himself, or go to bed, or do his homework. He hates loud noises, new situations, and anything that throws off his routine. And tonight, he definitely doesn’t want to eat dinner!
Relatable to picky kids and annoyed parents alike, this contrarian amphibian will turn even the biggest frowns upside down.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781761819513
Publisher: Scholastic Australia
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 October 2026
Country: Australia
Imprint: Scholastic Inc
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 229.0mm
Height: 229.0mm
Weight: 0g
Pages: 40
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