Books like Julius by Angela Johnson
In this charming childrenβs picture book, Maya receives a lively pig, Julius, from her grandpa who has recently returned from Alaska. Together, they discover the joys of companionship, learning to share and care for one another along the way.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Angela Johnson
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