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In this charming, picture‑rich tale, Gilbert plans to give his best friend Lewis a special birthday gift. With his mother’s wise advice, he swaps a potentially dangerous frying pan for a delightful toy, turning the preparation for Lewis’s party into an imaginative adventure. Children will enjoy the story’s lighthearted humor, persuasive message about thoughtful gifting, and joyful celebrations that unfold in school and the zoo.
First publish date: 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Diane De Groat
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