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The Squirrel and the Clever Tortoise: The Tale of Why Dogs and Cats Live with Humans (Large Print Edition)
Paperback
Publisher Price: $18.80
ISBN13: 9781738138531
Publisher: Tales of the Animal World
Published: Feb 20 2025
Pages: 62
Weight: 0.38
Height: 0.16 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
The Squirrel and the Clever Tortoise is one of the many charming stories that explain things in the natural world to young readers. If you've ever been curious about why dogs and cats live with humans, why humans love them so much, and why animals like goats and cows don't share our homes, this fable is for you.
In this tale, the Squirrel spots something strange from a tree, leading to a series of events that spark a conflict between humans and animals. The Clever Tortoise offers wise advice, but the other animals ignore it. Meanwhile, the dog and cat have a cunning plan.
Written with simplicity and enriched with African folklore, this story offers valuable lessons about rational thinking, betrayal, negotiation, and the importance of wisdom. It's perfect for young readers aged 9 and up.
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