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In this celebrated Caldecott‑honored picturebook, a humble peasant shares his struggles with a cramped family home and the task of bringing their farm animals inside. Through gentle storytelling and lively illustrations, the book explores family life, folklore, and cultural traditions of the Jewish community.
First publish date: 1976
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Margot Zemach
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