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Big Ernie's New Home: A Story for Children Who Are Moving

by Whitney Martin, Teresa Martin   |  Ages 0-5
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Big Ernie's New Home: A Story for Children Who Are Moving
Big Ernie's New Home: A Story for Children Who Are Moving

Addresses children's emotions about moving homes.

If you know a young one struggling with the concept of moving, "Big Ernie's New Home" could be just the comforting tale they need. The story tenderly navigates through the complex emotions children face when their familiar world changes. It teaches resilience and the acceptance of new beginnings, making it an ideal read for any child facing a similar transition.

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.

Big Ernie's New Home: A Story for Children Who Are Moving

by Whitney Martin, Teresa Martin   |  Ages 0-5
$11.90
Compare to estimated retail price: S$23.16  

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: 9781591473831
Authors: Whitney Martin, Teresa Martin
Publisher: Magination Press
Date of Publication: 2006-04-15
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Picture Books, Preschool
Related Topics: Family, Picture Books, Emotion
Goodreads rating: 3.77
(rated by 48 readers)
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Addresses children's emotions about moving homes.

If you know a young one struggling with the concept of moving, "Big Ernie's New Home" could be just the comforting tale they need. The story tenderly navigates through the complex emotions children face when their familiar world changes. It teaches resilience and the acceptance of new beginnings, making it an ideal read for any child facing a similar transition.

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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