title: The 12 Days of Christmas: A Carol-and-Count Flap Book
author: Public Domain
description: PreSchool-Grade 2-This interpretation of the traditional song invites counting and offers surprises through the use of a gatefold on each reinforced, sturdy spread. The lovers are dainty-footed pigs who sport many changes of clothing and a variety of wonderfully evoked expressions as the house is overrun by each day's gifts. To very funny effect, the illustrations feature mice as the maids-a-milking, kangaroos as the pipers piping, etc., adding to the havoc. Original, clever, amusing, and interactive.-S. P.<br />Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
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