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In this lively picture book, a toddler’s boundless energy and mischievous antics create a whirlwind of activities for his mother. From hurried breakfasts and bath-time battles to energetic playground antics and sleepy bedtime, the story captures the joy and challenge of parenthood. With bright illustrations and a light-hearted tone, it celebrates the ordinary moments that strengthen the mother-child bond and offers young readers insight into the rhythmic flow of a typical day.
First publish date: 2002
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Spike Lee
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