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In this charming picture book, four‑year‑old John wonders what it would feel like to be something different. His imaginative play leads him to the local witch, who offers a spell that changes his world in unexpected ways. As the story unfolds, young readers learn that wishes can be double‑edged and that the best adventures are those that come from the heart.
First publish date: 1968
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jack Kent
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