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Mine's the Best

by Crosby Newell Bonsall   |  Ages 0-7
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Mine's the Best
Mine's the Best

Colorful balloons, friendly competition, youthful perspective.

If you're looking for a charming story that captures the simplicity and innocence of childhood, "Mine's the Best" hits the mark. It's a delightful read-aloud for young ones finding amusement in the simple joys of having something they deem the 'best.' The playful banter and the straightforward story will surely resonate with kids adamant about their choices being the superior ones.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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Mine's the Best

by Crosby Newell Bonsall   |  Ages 0-7
$8.90 Now $4.90 Save 45%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$12.90  

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ISBN: 9780064442138
Author: Crosby Newell Bonsall
Publisher: HarperCollins
Date of Publication: 1997-08-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Preschool, Early Readers, Picture Books
Related Topics: Level 2 (Beginning Reading), Picture Books, Storytime, Emotion
Goodreads rating: 3.35
(rated by 150 readers)

Description

Mine's the Best is a classic early reader in the My First I Can Read series. Two boys each believe his balloon is the best, turning a simple competition into playful humor that young children will enjoy. The book is well suited for shared reading with a child, featuring simple text and light, visual humor. It was written by Crosby Bonsall, one of the earliest authors in the I Can Read program.
 

Colorful balloons, friendly competition, youthful perspective.

If you're looking for a charming story that captures the simplicity and innocence of childhood, "Mine's the Best" hits the mark. It's a delightful read-aloud for young ones finding amusement in the simple joys of having something they deem the 'best.' The playful banter and the straightforward story will surely resonate with kids adamant about their choices being the superior ones.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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