Books like The word collector by Peter H. Reynolds
Jerome has a passion for gathering words from the world around him—whether spoken, written, or seen in signs—and loves to share his growing collection with others, turning everyday language into a playful adventure.
First publish date: 2018
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Peter H. Reynolds
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