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When Strega Nona accepts a babysitting job for the mischievous twins Bambolona and Big Anthony, they quickly prove to be a handful, stirring trouble wherever they go. Unfazed, the wise witch employs her unique skills and experience to guide the twins, preventing calamity and ensuring a safe, enjoyable day.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Tomie dePaola
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