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In this children's story set in the United States, Old Sam brings a new employee into his sawmill. The hired hand works alongside Sam and serves as a mentor, showing the lazy son how to respect and help others. Through simple lessons and shared labor, the narrative emphasizes the importance of kindness and cooperation in a community setting.
First publish date: 1997
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Robert D. San Souci
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