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In a bright, whimsical tale, a rhinoceros, a crab, a monkey, and a bird meet in the sandy dunes. Together they discover a hidden can and set out to open it, turning a simple find into a playful learning experience. The story, written in rhyme, captures the curiosity and teamwork of its animal friends, offering a gentle introduction to rhyming sentences and cooperative problem‑solving for children in kindergarten to second grade.
First publish date: 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Kelli C. Foster
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