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Name: Over the River and Through the Wood
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📘 Over the River and Through the Wood by l. maria child

"Over the River and Through the Wood" is a lively picturebook that celebrates Thanksgiving through a mix of classic verses, songs, and new poetry. Illustrated from both Grandmother’s and a journeying family’s perspectives, the book invites young readers to explore the holiday’s traditions, colors, and the joy of sharing. With gentle themes of gratitude, identity, and family love, it offers an engaging introduction to the spirit of Thanksgiving for preschool-aged children.

First publish date: 1974

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: l. maria child

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