Books like Socks for supper by Jack Kent
In this gentle tale, a poor husband and wife struggle to feed their family, subsisting on humble turnips. Their fortunes change when a nearby dairy farmer proposes an unusual exchange: a pair of socks for milk and cheese. Through this simple trade, the story highlights themes of friendship, generosity, and the profound impact of sharing.
First publish date: 1978
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jack Kent
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