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A gentle variation of a traditional lullaby, "Mockingbird" invites a listening baby into a tender world where family and friends lovingly vow to fill their days with gifts and love. The book’s simple verses celebrate warmth and promise, making it an ideal bedside companion for newborns and young listeners.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Allan Ahlberg
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