Books like Turk and Runt by Lisa Wheeler
Runt is the littlest turkey in his flock, but he is far from the weak. With quick wit and ingenuity, he outwits the hunters and steers his family away from the plunder of the town’s annual Thanksgiving feast. The story shows that bravery and intelligence, not just size, can save the day.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Lisa Wheeler
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