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Sep 10
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Colorful Leaves - by Maria Fleming

KeriAnne Jelinek for Sloth Dreams Books
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A Children's educational book that offers a simple explanation of why the leaves turn such beautiful colors in the fall.


Don’t forget to check out our educational fall, winter and holiday books at: www.SlothDreamsBooks.com

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