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Name: Because I like you
Author: Nancy Parent

In *Because I Like You*, Nancy Parent presents a gentle tale of friendship centered around a young angel named Audrey. Audrey enjoys helping her friends, performing thoughtful gestures simply because she cares about them. Through her helpful deeds, the story illustrates the value of kindness and the positive impact that small acts can have on those around us. Readers discover that true friendship is built not on grand gestures but on everyday kindnesses.

First publish date: 1999

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Nancy Parent

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