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Quiet Girl, A
Peter Carnavas
Illustrator: Peter Carnavas
Ages: 6+
Published: 2020
Publisher: Pajama Press
ISBN: 978-1-77278-122-9
Keywords: Individual Differences, Social Emotional Learning, Families, Feelings, Mindfulness
Mary is keenly in tune with the natural world but so soft-spoken that her gentle ways are overlooked. Watercolor illustrations. Mindfulness tips included.