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In "Oh Honestly, Angela!", eleven‑year‑old Tina embarks on a heartfelt quest to persuade her family that modest sacrifices can make a difference for needy children around the world. Through everyday moments, she teaches her loved ones the value of generosity and the power of caring action, turning a simple idea into a family‑wide movement.
First publish date: 1985
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Nancy K. Robinson
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