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Alice made a promise to make the world a more beautiful place, then a seed of an idea is planted and blossoms into a beautiful plan. This beloved classic and celebration of nature--written by a beloved Caldecott winner--is lovelier than ever Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius,... Read Full Overview

A beloved classic is lovelier than ever Barbara Cooney's story of Alice Rumphius, who longed to travel the world, live in a house by the sea, and do something to make the world more beautiful, has a timeless quality that resonates with each new generation. The countless lupines... Read Full Overview

Cuando creciera, Alicia Runfio quer a viajar por todo el mundo y luego regresar para vivir a orillas del mar, igual que hizo su abuelo. Pero l le dice que tiene que hacer algo m s: ella tiene que hacer algo para embellecer el mundo. Y todav a Alicia no sabe lo que eso ser ..... Read Full Overview

Cuando creciera, Alicia Runfio quer a viajar por todo el mundo y luego regresar para vivir a orillas del mar, igual que hizo su abuelo. Pero l le dice que tiene que hacer algo m s: ella tiene que hacer algo para embellecer el mundo. Y todav a Alicia no sabe lo que eso ser ..... Read Full Overview

Cooney's beloved American Book Award winner now comes to Puffin Storytime. Full color. Pkg.

The story of Miss Rumphius has delighted children for more than a decade with its tale of the Lupine Lady, who vowed as a young girl to make the world more beautiful. This sparkling edition, featuring vibrant landscapes, will continue to enchant readers with the idea that each... Read Full Overview