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The Girl with the Parrot on Her Head
written and illustrated by Daisy Hirst
Ages: 5 & Under
Published: 2016
Publisher: Candlewick Press
ISBN: 978-0-7636-7829-6
Keywords: Friendship, Read-Aloud, Emotions, Imagination
After Simon moves away, Isabel, who only has her parrot as a friend, is angry and scared, until she meets Chester. Colorful screen-printed illustrations.