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Alice wanted a sister, or even a brother, but what she needed was a friend. And when she found him... she found so much more.

In this exquisite, gently funny, and reassuring tale, the lucky and lovely friendship between Alice and Francois spans the length of the River Seine and…

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1 author picked Finding Francois as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I was so touched by this book, which very delicately recounts the story of a little pig named Alice who lives in Paris with her grand-mère. One day her grandmother passes on, and Alice must learn to mend her own broken heart by finding new friendship with someone who lives many miles away.

This gentle and humorous story is a testament to the healing power of friendship, even those that are long-distance.

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An engaging picture book for children that celebrates what it means to be American!

What does it mean to be American? Does it mean you like apple pie or fireworks? Not exactly. This patriotic picture book is perfect for Memorial Day, Independence Day, Election Day, or any day you want…

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