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Fables about in groups, the vagaries of fashion, stalemates, dealing with difference and the consequences of carelessness when naming one’s children: The Sneetches and Other Stories by Dr. Seuss
Posted in 2 years and up, 20th Century, 20th Century Children's, American, Children's, Children's Classic, Picture Books, Poetry, Short Stories, Under 5 years, Under 7 years
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Tagged conflict, consumerism, conversation-starter, decision making, difference, exclusion, fashion, fear, fear of difference, friendship, lighthearted read, parenting, peer groups, race, society, stubborness
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The Door in the Air and Other Stories by Margaret Mahy
The Door in the Air and Other Stories is my favourite book by Margaret Mahy, a fantastic (in both senses) kiwi children’s author. I have two favourite stories from this book. The first is The Work of Art, which makes … Continue reading →
Posted in 10 years and up, 20th Century Children's, Children's, Fantasy, New Zealander, Short Stories
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Tagged 10 and up, 20th Century, adventure, art critics, fantasy, fiction, humour, illustrated, Kiwi, satire, short stories, whimsical
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