Walker Readers Box Set: 10 Top Stories for Beginner Readers

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Jul 1, 2024

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Ten wonderful first read-alone stories by top authorsAdventure stories, family stories, funny stories and moreAuthors include Anne Fine, June Crebbin and Jon BlakeWritten in clear, bold text with engaging line illustrationsPerfect for helping developing readers build confidenceThis handsome box set will brighten up any bookshelf
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