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Designed for kindergarteners, this picture book follows a train as each car carries one more animal than the previous. Beginning with a large elephant and concluding with ten small birds, the narrative reinforces counting and basic numeration through engaging illustrations. Eric Carle’s vibrant art makes the learning experience lively and memorable for young readers.
First publish date: 1968
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Eric Carle
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