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Aug 2024
6m 33s

Mama, Do You Love Me? - by Barbara M. Jo...

Bestselling Author - KeriAnne N. Jelinek for Sloth Dreams Books and Publishing
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In this classic, bestselling story of a child testing the limits of her independence, a mother reassures that a parent's love is unconditional and everlasting. This universal story is made all the more captivating by its unusual Arctic setting. Complemented by a detailed glossary, this tender story introduces young readers to a distinctively different cultur ... Show More
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