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Clark the Shark, a young marine animal with a zest for school life, finds the classroom full of excitement and possibilities. His boundless enthusiasm, however, often causes mishaps. To keep his cool, Clark devises clever rhymes that help him stay calm and focused during lessons.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Bruce Hale
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