Books like Friendly Beasts by Tomie dePaola
An old English Christmas carol narrated by the friendly beasts that once shared a stable. In this heartfelt hymn, they recount the gifts they brought for the newborn Jesus, celebrating the spirit of the season.
First publish date: August 28, 1981
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tomie dePaola
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