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Eddie the Elephant Shows True Grit

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(African Tales) Eddie the Elephant's trunk was too big and his tail was too small, according to the other animals on the school bus. But when the bus broke down one day, Eddie showed true grit. And became the hero of the school. Written and narrated by Lynn Joffe with music by Lynn Joffe and Adam Howard, this rhythm 'n rhyme story was created to illustrate the value of determination as part of the United Nations Rights of the Child.
24 Jul 2024 English South Africa Kids & Family · Performing Arts

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