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Title: a little harsh
Review: I am a huge fan of Toot and Puddle, so I didn't pre-read this book before purchasing. Unfortunately, I don't really want to read it to my son (who asks for Toot and Puddle every day) because the story ends up calling one of the characters a "prima donna" and then proceeds to explain what they mean by that (which isn't any better than the name-calling was by itself).Maybe many parents wouldn't mind this book, but I am careful to try to avoid examples of name-calling.Of course, the pictures are incredibly beautiful as usual, and there is a nice lesson in the story, as usual. I just wish authors as well as tv cartoon writers would be more aware of name-calling. I wouldn't want to hear my little guy or girl calling one of their friends a prima donna, no matter how well the shoe fits. I know they will learn name calling at some point in school or even the playground, but this story makes it look ok to label a friend like that.
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