Winnie and Wilbur: Winnie the Witch

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Apr 6, 2024

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Whoops! Winnie the Witch has just sat on Wilbur . . . again! But that’s what happens if you share your black house with a black cat. Can Winnie find a magical way to put a stop to the accidents? And how will she bring a purr-fectly happy ending to this story full of colourful surprises? A modern classic for pre-schoolers everywhere.
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