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In *Skimper-scamper*, a young girl named Lisa takes delight in drawing animals. When her illustrations of a mouse, a cat, and a dog magically escape the paper and spill across her otherwise tidy room, the playful creatures begin a delightful, yet worrisome, escapade. Faced with a chaotic canvas that threatens her neat surroundings, Lisa must think creatively to capture the runaway animals and bring order back to her life. This fast-paced, whimsical tale invites readers into a world where art and imagination intertwine, celebrating friendship, responsibility, and the joy of drawing.
First publish date: 2005
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Jeff Newell
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