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Cover of 'Hector the Misunderstood Snake' by Kimberly K. Schmidt, illustrated by Marina Saumell.

Hector the Misunderstood Snake

Written by Kimberly K. Schmidt

2021

Hector is a young black snake on Grayson Farm who longs for a friend, but the other animals keep their distance just because he is a snake. A gentle story about kindness, courage and seeing others for who they really are.

Genre
Picture Book
Age Range
5-12 years
Publisher
Barnyard Press

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