The Grumpus Rumpus
Author:
Reena I puriPublisher:
Pratham BooksLanguage:
EnglishCategory:
Picture-books2 Reviews
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Mama Wagtail is worried because her baby Grumpus does not know how to show that he is happy. But how do animals and birds show that they are happy? Find out about animals and birds in this beautiful story.
Written by Reena I. Puri
Illustrated by Aratrika Choudh
Reading level 2: for children who recognize familiar words and can reads new words with help.
ISBN: 9789354673535
Pages: 8
Avg Reading Time: 0 hrs
Age: 0-11
Country of Origin: India
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