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Cops and Robbers is a lively picture book for young children in which a band of clever thieves plans to loot all the toys meant for the holiday. The story unfolds in rhythmic verse, drawing readers into the excitement of the planners’ schemes. With bright illustrations and playful rhymes, the book entertains while subtly introducing themes of clever planning, determination, and the joy of giving on Christmas morning.
First publish date: September 30, 1999
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Janet Ahlberg
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