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Set thirty thousand years ago, the story follows a young cave dweller who notices animal shapes in clouds and on the walls he shares with his family. While his kin cannot see them, his vivid imagination turns to the first cave drawing, unlocking wonder and new ways to communicate. The book includes an author’s note explaining the significance of early cave art.
First publish date: 2013
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Mordicai Gerstein
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