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Not a Stick follows a curious pig as he learns all the different roles a simple stick can play—from toy to tool, from stick insect to secret code. Set in a whimsical farm setting, the story encourages children to think creatively and consider how everyday objects can transform in their imaginative play.
First publish date: December 26, 2007
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Antoinette Portis
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