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Name: Arthur Plays the Blues
Author: Stephen Krensky

📘 Arthur Plays the Blues by Stephen Krensky

Arthur is a cheerful boy who loves music, but when he fails to show up for his second piano lesson, his teacher dismisses him. The story explores Arthur’s feelings about school, music, and the importance of commitment in a gentle, child‑friendly way.

First publish date: 2003

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Stephen Krensky

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