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The Magic Locket

by Elizabeth Koda-Callan · 1978

Magic Charms seriesNext:The Silver Slippers(1989) →

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Now with over 1.3 million copies in print, here is the unforgettable story of a little girl who can't seem to do anything right. Until the day she receives an heirloom - a golden locket that teaches her the magical power of believing in herself.

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Every little girl will be delighted and inspired by The Magic Locket, part of the Magic Charmseries of children's books. A charmingly illustrated storybook in the tradition of classic children's literature, it's also a unique gift: nestled inside the cover is a heart-shaped golden locket with the same special powers as the locket in the story.

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childhoodchildhoodMore like thisLess of this
Setting
1970s1970sMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 48 pages

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