The boy who did not like television
Rui Zink
When a mother and father realize their son does not like television, they take him to many experts, but it is their son who shows them the answer to the problem.
Read Time: ~5.3 hr
Day care days
by Mary Brigid Barrett (1999)
About this book
A little boy recounts the events of his family's busy day, from waking up, getting dressed and off to day care, until his Daddy picks him and his baby brother up and brings them home.
Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreDay care days Lead Character
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