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When a mischievous seagull drops a can of orange paint on Mr. Plumbean’s tidy house, the unexpected mess sparks a creative idea that spreads through the entire neighborhood. The children’s story follows how this bold splash of color inspires the residents to collaborate, celebrate individuality, and strengthen their community bonds.
First publish date: 1886
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Daniel Manus Pinkwater
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