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Jun 5
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(Premium Preview) Kind Little Edmund | A...

JOANNE D'AMICO
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Hello friends! Tonight’s bedtime story is a preview of Kind Little Edmund by Edith Nesbit—an imaginative tale about a kind-hearted boy who discovers a troublesome dragon deep within a mountain. With the help of a wise cockatrice, Edmund’s compassion is put to the test in the most unexpected way. 

This calming story is perfect for winding down, easing into stillness, and drifting off to sleep. 

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PLEASE NOTE: This story includes a brief mention of an old-fashioned school punishment that some might find a little uncomfortable. It’s a small part of the story and simply reflects the time it was written.

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