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Name: Shark in the dark
Author: Peter Bently

In this engaging picture book, a shark consistently unnerves the fish of the reef. The sea creatures, feeling unsafe and disappointed, decide to work together and devise a plan to show the shark that teamwork can change opinions. The story ends with the shark learning to respect his companions and the reef becoming a safer place for everyone.

First publish date: 2009

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Peter Bently

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