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When Harry’s mother steps out to visit a sick friend, he takes the chance to bring all his beloved toys along for the first time. He stays with a babysitter, learning how new places can feel warm and welcoming. Illustrated with gentle humor, the book invites young readers to imagine stepping into another home and discovering that friendships—and familiar comforts—can thrive even when the familiar walls are left behind.
First publish date: 1967
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mary Chalmers
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