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The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the regina medal for lifetime achievement in childrens literature. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read jumanji. As long as i can remember, ive always loved to draw. Chris van allsburg, master of the mysterious, brings this tale to life with moody and memorable pictures that will haunt readers long after the books covers are closednow in a new edition to celebrate this beloved books twentyfifth anniversary. The author and illustrator of numerous picture books for children, he has also been awarded the regina medal for lifetime achievement in children s literature. Being a pet store hamster isnt much fun for sweetie pie, but life in human homes prov. When a broom loses its flying power, it is left behind at widow minna shaws home.
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