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Hairy Legs

By Christine Harris
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In Hairy Legs by Christine Harris, young readers are introduced to a quirky tale involving a cat named Hairy Legs. The story unfolds around Hairy Legs' mischievous yet clever antics that lead to unexpected adventures. Perfectly blending humour and a touch of mystery, this children's book promises an imaginative escape with engaging characters and an entertaining storyline.
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He's hairy, wears boots, football shorts and a T-shirt. His nickname is Hairy Legs. He has a secret. 'Why can't fairies be guys? I'm sick of everyone expecting us to wear fluffy dresses and prance around on mushrooms.' He also has a problem. 'I have to do three good deeds before the next full moon. If I don't, I get the punishment.'

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He's hairy, wears boots, football shorts and a T-shirt. His nickname is Hairy Legs.

He has a secret. Fairies aren't always girls. I'm sick of everyone expecting us to wear fluffy dresses and prance around mushrooms.

He also has a problem. I have to do three good deeds before the next full moon. If I don't get the punishment.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780091840723

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 February 2001

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 113g

Pages: 112

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Christine Harris Penguin Books Young Adult

About the Author

Christine Harris lives in the Adelaide Hills. She has written over 50 books in many genres. Her books have won and been shortlisted for many prizes, including Children's Book Council Book of the Year, Aurealis speculative fiction award, various children's choice, the 2006 Carclew Fellowship, Psychologists for Peace Literature Awards, and in 2009 she was awarded a White Raven by the International Children's Library, Munich.

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