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Once Upon a Time... There Was an Old Woman: A Tale About Hope (Ages 3-5)
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Title: Once Upon a Time... There Was an Old Woman
Background & Theme: Part of the Once Upon a Time series published by DK, featuring illustrations by Maja Andersen and written by Kathryn Jewett, this gentle picture book shares a warm tale about hope, perspective, and finding value in imperfection.
Short Description: Every day, an old woman fetches water from the river in two pots. One of the pots leaks, but the old woman still sees the good that the cracked pot brings to the world in a completely screen-free environment. This warm story about hope and finding beauty in flaws is perfect for bedtime or shared reading with young children.
Product Details:
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Genre: Children's Picture Books / Tales & Early Learning
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Series: Once Upon a Time
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Author: Kathryn Jewett
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Illustrator: Maja Andersen
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Publisher: DK (Dorling Kindersley / Penguin Random House)
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Format: Picture Book
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Language: English
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Target Age / Audience: 3–5 Years
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ISBN-13: 9780241491782
Why Readers & Parents Will Enjoy It: It offers a heartwarming and meaningful message about embracing flaws and appreciating unique perspectives. Parents and caregivers will love how it sparks comforting bedtime conversations, teaching children that what might seem like a flaw can actually bring unexpected beauty and value to the world.
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Product Details
Title: Once Upon a Time... There Was an Old Woman
Background & Theme: Part of the Once Upon a Time series published by DK, featuring illustrations by Maja Andersen and written by Kathryn Jewett, this gentle picture book shares a warm tale about hope, perspective, and finding value in imperfection.
Short Description: Every day, an old woman fetches water from the river in two pots. One of the pots leaks, but the old woman still sees the good that the cracked pot brings to the world in a completely screen-free environment. This warm story about hope and finding beauty in flaws is perfect for bedtime or shared reading with young children.
Product Details:
-
Genre: Children's Picture Books / Tales & Early Learning
-
Series: Once Upon a Time
-
Author: Kathryn Jewett
-
Illustrator: Maja Andersen
-
Publisher: DK (Dorling Kindersley / Penguin Random House)
-
Format: Picture Book
-
Language: English
-
Target Age / Audience: 3–5 Years
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ISBN-13: 9780241491782
Why Readers & Parents Will Enjoy It: It offers a heartwarming and meaningful message about embracing flaws and appreciating unique perspectives. Parents and caregivers will love how it sparks comforting bedtime conversations, teaching children that what might seem like a flaw can actually bring unexpected beauty and value to the world.
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