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Each story captivates with rhythmic text and vibrant illustrations, making them perfect for shared reading moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmongst her enchanting titles, you'll find \u003cem\u003eA Good Day for Ducks\u003c\/em\u003e—a joyful exploration of a rainy day adventure that will have little ones delightedly quacking along. \u003cem\u003eAnimals Move\u003c\/em\u003e takes children on a whimsical journey through the animal kingdom, encouraging them to mimic the playful movements of their favourite creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur collection also features \u003cem\u003eBear Has a Belly\u003c\/em\u003e, where children discover the joy of body awareness, and \u003cem\u003eBunny Loves Beans\u003c\/em\u003e, a heartwarming tale that teaches valuable lessons about friendship and sharing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for bedtime stories or classroom reading, Jane Whittingham's books effortlessly capture the imagination, inviting children to explore the world around them through the magic of words and pictures. Dive into her delightful stories and watch as young minds discover the joy of reading.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"a-good-day-for-ducks-by-jane-whittingham-9781772781885","title":"A Good Day for Ducks","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAge range 3 to 6\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRain is falling, and these siblings know just how to enjoy it: raincoats, rubber boots, puddle jumping, swimming ducks, and wiggling worms! A thunderstorm sends the children scrambling for home and a cup of hot cocoa. Maybe it will rain again tomorrow!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the acclaimed creators of \u003ci\u003eWild One\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eA Good Day for Ducks\u003c\/i\u003e is a child-centred celebration of the joy that can be found in any rainy day. 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