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In this classic children’s tale, a red hen tries to grow wheat and eventually grind it into flour. Her companions, each shirking their tasks, eagerly anticipate the cake she will bake. The story emphasizes the value of cooperation and hard work.
First publish date: 1973
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jean Little
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