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Name: The gingham dog and the calico cat
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Author: Eugene Field

📘 The gingham dog and the calico cat by Eugene Field

Eugene Field’s playful verses bring to life a gingham dog and a calico cat, who find themselves in a lively quarrel under the moonlit glow of an antique shop’s dusty shelves. Through gentle rhyme and rhythmic language, the poems invite young readers to explore the delight of imagination, the companionship of pets, and the charm of toy stories. Designed for children in grades one to two, these poems are a lighthearted celebration of everyday wonder and the joy of playful storytelling.

First publish date: 1945

Genre: Poetry/Narrative Poetry

Authors: Eugene Field

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