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When the World Was Waiting for You

by Gillian Shields, Anna Currey   |  Ages 0-5
$10.90 Now $6.90 Save 37%
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When the World Was Waiting for You
When the World Was Waiting for You

Warm, familial celebration of a new baby's arrival.

If the pitter-patter of tiny feet is a sound you're anticipating with joy or nostalgia, "When the World Was Waiting for You" is a gem that could tug at your heartstrings. The tender portrayal of a bunny family preparing for their newest member is a heartening read, elegantly encapsulating the affection and excitement that comes with a new addition to the family. Whether you're a soon-to-be parent, a loving sibling, or simply cherish the innocence of this life milestone, this book's charming illustrations and touching narrative capture the bliss of expectancy in a way that can resonate with anyone who's been touched by the magic of new life.

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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When the World Was Waiting for You

by Gillian Shields, Anna Currey   |  Ages 0-5
$10.90 Now $6.90 Save 37%
Compare to estimated retail price: S$17.23  

The item you've got your eye on is secondhand. You probably already know that, but just in case!

The estimated retail price shown next to any listed item represents the first-hand prices we've seen elsewhere, or the estimated original retail price of a comparable item of the same quality, construction and material offered elsewhere in new condition.

ISBN: 9781599908496
Authors: Gillian Shields, Anna Currey
Publisher: Bloomsbury USA Childrens
Date of Publication: 2012-02-14
Related Collections: Board Books, Picture Books, Preschool
Related Topics: Picture Books, Animals, Family, Love
Goodreads rating: 4.08
(rated by 187 readers)

Description

What could be more heartwarming than the arrival of a new little one? The bunny family in this charming picture book celebrates all the events surrounding a birth, from readying the baby's crib to the very first visit from friends and family. This new board book edition is a perfect baby shower gift, and the round edges and sturdy pages make it just right for big siblings with little hands.
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Book Condition Guide

Books in Like New Condition

This book may contain very minor cosmetic defects, but it is in pristine condition. There should be no yellowing, no foxing, no water damage, and no annotations of any kind on the cover and the pages. For paperbacks, there should not be any crease marks on the spine. This book is good as new — lucky you!

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Very Good Condition

This book has been used, but it is still in a clean condition. There should be no foxing or annotations of any kind on the inner pages, but a sparse amount may be present on the cover, title pages, or outside edges of the book. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be light crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Good Condition

We do our best to ensure the quality of our books, but there is no escaping the wear and tear that comes with time. Slight foxing and some annotations may be present on the pages and the cover. There should be no water damage of any kind. For paperbacks, there may be several crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

Books in Well Read Condition

This is a well-read book, which means that the previous owner probably really enjoyed it! The cover and pages may include moderate foxing and annotations, but the text is not obscured and still readable. Moderate cosmetic defects and minor water damage may be present on the edges of the book. For paperbacks, there may be multiple crease marks on the spine.

*Books may be missing bundle media (e.g. CD, e-book code), if included.

 

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Warm, familial celebration of a new baby's arrival.

If the pitter-patter of tiny feet is a sound you're anticipating with joy or nostalgia, "When the World Was Waiting for You" is a gem that could tug at your heartstrings. The tender portrayal of a bunny family preparing for their newest member is a heartening read, elegantly encapsulating the affection and excitement that comes with a new addition to the family. Whether you're a soon-to-be parent, a loving sibling, or simply cherish the innocence of this life milestone, this book's charming illustrations and touching narrative capture the bliss of expectancy in a way that can resonate with anyone who's been touched by the magic of new life.

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.