ONCE THERE WERE GIANTS

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Summary: Female version of Love You Forever
Review: If you were ever a little girl, or if you were ever the parent of a little girl, this book is guaranteed to bring tears to your eyes. If you know someone expecting a baby girl, give them a copy.

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Summary: A touching story of a girl's growth from baby to "giant."
Review: Oh my, the first time I read this delightful but touching story to my 18 month old daughter I sobbed so hard she turned around to look at me - but she was smiling. As if she understood that I was "crying for happy." Any parent will be touched by the first person story of the Giants (adults) in this growing girl's life. As I read it I even think of my own childhood and how my mother must have been amazed at how fast it happened. Like all of Martin Waddell's books this one is well written and enjoyable for both the children for whom it is intended and their parents. The illustrations are charming; fun and colorful. Thanks for touching our hearts.

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Summary: Once There Were Giants
Review: The book was very good at the beginning. However, I did not appreciate hearing my 6 year old reading about "Dad with a beer on his head." The picture even further illustrated the point. Don't get me wrong, "beer" isn't a bad word, but I for one thought that the author's choice of beverage added nothing to the story - especially for a 6 year old reading aloud.

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Summary: Excellent book!
Review: We discovered this book years ago at the library and instantly loved it. I have to admit that *I* probably love it more that my children. It is so sweet and touching how it portrays the circle of life. I love the illustrations of the little girl growing up in all of her phases. I decided that we need to have it in our personal library so I can continue to read it to my children and hopefully one day read it to my grandchildren as well!