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The Smartest Giant in Town

by Julia Donaldson · 2002

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George was very happy being the scruffiest giant in town. But one day, when he sees a shop stocking giant-size clothes, he decides it's time to update his image. With smart clothes, George is a new man. However, as he goes home, he meets various animals who desperately need his help.

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animalsanimalsMore like thisLess of thisfriendshipfriendshipMore like thisLess of thisdiversitydiversityMore like thisLess of thisteachersteachersMore like thisLess of this
Audience
childrenspicture books
Length
short · 32 pages
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rhymingrhymingMore like thisLess of this

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