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Crictor
an inspired classic
By Tomi Ungerer

Crictor, a boa constrictor, is the stalwart companion of an old lady.
They take very good care of each other.
The book ends with a feat of snakely heroism.
In this picture book the snake gets to be a good guy!

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An Extraordinary Egg
By Leo Lionni

An extra endearing tale of a few frogs and some kind of lizard.
With very few words, Lionni communicates love, friendship, mystery and wonder.

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DOMINIC

by William Steig

A dog is offered the exciting and dangerous path to adventure by a magical alligator and decides to take it. The dog, Dominic, finds treasure, friends, enemies, death and finally love. But, that is a common story and says nothing of Steig's language, humor and courageousness of ideas.
A Book good for everyone.

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