The Talkative Tortoise
The Talkative Tortoise
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The Talkative Tortoise

Written by Andrew Fusek Peters & illustrated by Charlotte Cooke
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4 - 7
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32
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Jan 1, 2011
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A talkative tortoise lets his vanity win out over common sense in this tale of why the tortoise has a cracked shell. This traditional Himalayan ‘Tale with a Twist’ is retold by poet, author and storyteller, Andrew Fusek Peters. Tales from around the world provide an insight into cultures other than our own.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781846434181
    Publication Date
    January 1, 2011
    Publisher
    Child's Play
    Page Count
    32
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 7 years

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