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Jan 2025
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The Princess Who Can’t Sit Still - by Ch...

Bestselling Author - KeriAnne N. Jelinek for Sloth Dreams Books and Publishing
About this episode
Little princesses everywhere will connect with Nora - an excitable little girl who can't sit still. Follow her journey navigating school structure and rules, while having a great need for movement. This story is helpful for any child dealing with impulse control. It is a great tool for those with learning delays, autism spectrum disorder, attention-deficit/ ... Show More
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