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This book simplifies complex ideas about clean energy, making it accessible and engaging for younger audiences keen to understand how they can positively impact the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore David Elliott's collection today and inspire young minds to venture into worlds of wonder, wildlife, and wildlife preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"boar-and-hedgehog-by-david-elliott-9781536228717","title":"Boar and Hedgehog","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBoar and Hedgehog\u003c\/em\u003e is a tale where Boar is grumpy, and Hedgehog is a know-it-all. Could they ever be friends? From an outstanding team comes a classic story of unexpected camaraderie, told with wit and disarming sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAll the animals say Boar is cranky. He does live in a dark cave—that matches his mood just fine. 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