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Pee‑wee the guinea pig and his quick‑thinking friend Lexi the squirrel offer a friendly hand to a newcomer in Central Park. While the city’s towering trees and bustling paths create plenty of adventure, the approaching winter presents a new challenge for the small animals. Together, they learn to navigate the park’s hidden corners and share their knowledge of how to survive the season’s cold.
Through quiet moments on the park’s wooden benches and the gentle rustle of leaves, Pee‑wee and Lexi discover the importance of friendship, teamwork, and staying warm in the great outdoors.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Johanna Hurwitz
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