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“You have to eat oatmeal or you'll dry up. Anybody knows that.”

Quote by Kay Thompson

Book:Eloise: Book & CD

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Eloise: Book & CD

This book and CD set introduces the beloved character Eloise, a lively and imaginative girl who lives in New York City. The story follows her adventures and mischievous antics, accompanied by the audio CD that includes readings of the text. more

Author

Kay Thompson, born on November 9, 1909, and died on July 2, 1998, was a renowned American author, screenwriter, and singer. Known for her unique sense of humor and keen insight into fashion, Thompson is best remembered for her 'Mary Poppins' series, which has been cherished by both children and adults. She also wrote the screenplay and composed many songs for the film 'The Sound of Music'. more

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