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Name: Traction Man is here!
Rating: 5 (1 reviews)
Author: Mini Grey

Traction Man, clad in combat boots and battle pants, arrives in a box and quickly becomes the fearless defender of a lucky boy’s world. As the child plays with dishes and in the bathtub, Traction Man seeks the Lost Wreck of the Sieve and confronts the Mysterious Toes that threaten his pet Scrubbing Brush. Though not capable of leaping tall buildings, the toy hero battles a cast of domestic foes, turning everyday chores into thrilling adventures. This picture‑book invites young readers into a child’s playroom, blending action, imagination, and fun in a children’s story about a heroic toy.

First publish date: 2005

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Mini Grey

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