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Ernest, a bear with a violin, and Celestine, a mouse with a singing voice, find a creative solution to fund the repair of their leaking roof. Their performances not only raise the necessary funds but also bring the neighborhood together, showing that music and ingenuity can solve everyday problems in charming ways.
First publish date: 1982
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Gabrielle Vincent
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