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Not Yet, Yvette is a tender children's story that follows a girl as she and her father orchestrate a surprise birthday celebration for her mother. The narrative captures the excitement of planning, the emotional anticipation of the party, and the gentle lesson of patience that the girl learns while waiting. Through simple yet heartfelt scenes, the book highlights family bonds, cultural warmth, and the joy that comes from thoughtful surprises.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Helen Ketteman
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