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Henry and Henrietta Hay are a typical pair of children, unprepared for their parents’ unique roles. While most parents wear everyday clothes, Mr. and Mrs. Hay proudly don horse suits whenever they go out. Their flamboyant attire and lively circus performances make them feel self‑conscious and set them apart from their peers. The story follows the children as they navigate their embarrassment and ultimately learn to appreciate the quirks that make their family special.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Allan Ahlberg
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