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Franklin, a turtle who fears dark, cramped spaces, seeks counsel from various animals. Each friend shares a fear of their own, revealing that everyone has something to worry about. Children learn about empathy and courage through Franklin’s gentle, illustrative journey.
First publish date: December 1992
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Paulette Bourgeois
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