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Ant and his brother share a bright, imaginative game of make‑believe that turns into a lesson about growing up. When a mysterious, scary noise strikes, the twins must rely on each other to face it. Through playful adventure, they learn that true friendship and teamwork can calm the fears of childhood and help siblings understand each other better.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Betsy Cromer Byars
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