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In "Wake Me in Spring," a mouse watches his dear friend a bear get ready for the long winter sleep. Feeling sad, the mouse learns about the natural cycle of hibernation and the bittersweet promise of spring's return, while reflecting on the enduring bond of friendship.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: James Preller
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