Early years: first experiences

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  • Ang Aking Nanay ay Kamangha-mangha: My Mom is

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. Ang Aking Nanay ay Kamangha-mangha: My Mom is

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    £12.99

  • J'aime aider les autres: I Love to Help - French

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. J'aime aider les autres: I Love to Help - French

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    £999.99

  • My Mom is Awesome Ang Aking Nanay ay

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. My Mom is Awesome Ang Aking Nanay ay

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    1 in stock

    £12.99

  • I Love to Help (English Malay Bilingual Book for

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. I Love to Help (English Malay Bilingual Book for

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    1 in stock

    £15.74

  • I Love to Help (English Danish Bilingual

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. I Love to Help (English Danish Bilingual

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    1 in stock

    £12.99

  • I Love to Tell the Truth (English Czech Bilingual

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. I Love to Tell the Truth (English Czech Bilingual

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    1 in stock

    £12.99

  • I Love My Mom (English Afrikaans Bilingual Book

    Kidkiddos Books Ltd. I Love My Mom (English Afrikaans Bilingual Book

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    1 in stock

    £19.94

  • A First Look At: Starting School: Do I Have to Go

    Hachette Children's Group A First Look At: Starting School: Do I Have to Go

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated picture book for children who are starting school for the first time. Going to school is a huge change for young children, this book encourages children to discover the joy of learning new things, meeting new people and having new experiences. Notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book provide valuable advice for how to share this book with your child or class. Written by a trained psychotherapist, journalist and parent, and illustrated by an experienced children's book artist, this is part of an acclaimed and successful series of picture-book non-fiction for Early Years. Books in the series give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues. They are excellent tools for teachers to use during classroom discussions.

    7 in stock

    £8.99

  • First Experiences: Piper the Puppy Learns to Swim

    Hachette Children's Group First Experiences: Piper the Puppy Learns to Swim

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's time for Piper Puppy's first swimming lesson! She's a bit worried about how it will go but ends up having a great time blowing bubbles and splashing about with her friends. This reassuring story is perfect for sharing with young children.Poor Piper is a bit nervous about her first swimming lesson, but she cheers up when she sees all her friends at the pool and realises that she can take things at her own pace. She paddles, blows bubbles with Mummy and makes big splashes before using a float to swim all the way across the little pool. The story breaks down the different aspects of learning to swim, helping with a very common childhood worry and aiming to allay the fears of all fearful little swimmers.With a picture glossary at the beginning to introduce new vocabulary and a fun activity at the end to encourage children to come back to the story time and time again.Also available: Piper Puppy Starts School, Piper Puppy Visits the Dentist

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Find Out About: Worries: A lift-the-flap board

    Hachette Children's Group Find Out About: Worries: A lift-the-flap board

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis fun lift-the-flap book helps reassure common preschool worries and encourages children to talk about their feelings.Find Out About: Worries helps curious preschoolers through common anxieties - like separation anxiety and fear of the dark - an encourages mindful thinking and empathetic behaviour. Featuring friendly child characters and familiar situations, they will find answers and reassurance when they are feeling worried. With fun flaps to lift and a memory game at the end, this is an excellent book for children and parents to share together.Also available: Find Out About: Feelings, Find Out About: Kindness, Find Out About: Families, Find Out About: Saving Our Planet, Find Out About: Standing Up to Racism

    5 in stock

    £6.99

  • Find Out About: Children Like Me: A lift-the-flap

    Hachette Children's Group Find Out About: Children Like Me: A lift-the-flap

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisFind out all about how children all around the world live in this fun lift-the-flap book.Find Out About: Children Like Me helps curious preschoolers learn about what children like them all around the world like to eat, what they do for fun and who they live with. Featuring friendly child characters and familiar situations, this book shows how different people live and encourages children to behave with empathy and inclusivity. With fun flaps to lift, this is an excellent, interactive book for children and their parents and carers to share together. The recap game at the end encourages children to go back into the book and talk about what they have learned on their empathy journey.Also available: Animals, Feelings, Kindness, Things That Go, Saving Our Planet, Standing Up to Racism, Families

    3 in stock

    £7.99

  • Little Owl's New Friend

    Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Little Owl's New Friend

    1 in stock

    Book Synopsis_______________ From the author of the bestselling No Matter What comes another story about Little Owl... and this time he does NOT want to make new friends! Little Owl doesn't want to play with Small Squirrel. No, no, NO! He wants to play with his bestest best toy, Hedge. Besides, friends are no fun, right? Small Squirrel talks too much and eats all the cinnamon buns too. But what if this new friendship involves adventures with bears and ghosts and all sorts of exciting things? It looks like Little Owl is in for the most fun day EVER! From the creators of Little Owl's Egg, Little Owl's First Day, Little Owl's Bedtime and Little Owl's Bathtime comes another gloriously heart-warming and imaginative story. Filled with Alison Brown's beautiful artwork, it's perfect for any little ones worried about making friends.Trade ReviewBeautifully illustrated by Alison Brown, this is a charming book for keeps * Irish Examiner on LITTLE OWL'S EGG *Debi Gliori is an experienced and award-winning author, and her ability to write an engaging and well-crafted story shines through * Muff and Teacake on DRAGON LOVES PENGUIN *

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Frog At The Farm

    Pan Macmillan Frog At The Farm

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisMeet The Googlies by Jo Lodge! In Frog at the Farm, young children will learn their first farmyard words and noises!Bold, googly eyes and a sliding mechanism bring this adorable frog to life, while little children share the simple story and point at the bold pictures. An ideal book for babies, this title combines brilliant illustrations, a simple story and first words – a perfect introduction to farm animals for your little one! Read more in the series with Lemur Goes Vroom; Touch Your Nose, Koala and Tiger at the Beach.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Tiger At The Beach: First Summer Words

    Pan Macmillan Tiger At The Beach: First Summer Words

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisMeet The Googlies by Jo Lodge! In Tiger At The Beach, children will learn their first summer holiday words! Bold, googly eyes and a sliding mechanism bring this adorable tiger to life, while children share the simple story and point at the bold pictures. An ideal book for babies, this title combines brilliant illustrations, a simple story and first words – a perfect introduction to summer words for your little one! Read more in the series with Let’s Play, Cheetah; It's Lunchtime, Monkey!; Time For Bed, Panda; Let's Go Out, Elephant and Frog At The Farm

    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Have a Sleepover. A Bugville Critters Picture

    Big Blue Sky Press Have a Sleepover. A Bugville Critters Picture

    1 in stock

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    £11.12

  • My First Construction Site: Grab Your Toolbox and

    HarperCollins Focus My First Construction Site: Grab Your Toolbox and

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisIntroduce your little one to the joys of construction in this interactive activity book full of building fun! Use the cardboard cut outs to make a blueprint or fill your toolbox with a hammer, shovel, hard hat, and more!My First Construction Site is the perfect start for boys and girls to learn about construction. Assemble your toolbox, set up safety cones, use your bulldozer to push gravel and dirt, and lift beams and building materials with your crane. Learn all about big trucks and machines, including dump trucks, cement mixers, excavators, and more. This uniquely designed sturdy activity book will encourage creativity and hours of fun as kids discover everything on the construction site.This interactive book features: Lift-the-flap peekaboo panels and removable cardboard cut-outs that pop up, including a hammer, screwdriver, shovel, safety vest and glasses, and more Sturdy board book style format My First Construction Site: Is perfect for architects and builders who want to introduce their child to the fun world of construction A fun game and activity for children and adults alike Encourages kids to learn more about the world around them Promotes fine motor skills and cognitive development Inspires imagination and creativity Makes a great gift for birthdays, holidays, or architecture enthusiast Don’t miss out on the other activity books in the series: My First Campout, My First Golf Bag, and more!

    1 in stock

    £17.09

  • Lionel Poops

    Gecko Press Lionel Poops

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    Book SynopsisIn this pithy board book series, an overenthusiastic, impulsive lion tests his daily routines to their limit—in Lionel Poops, cheerfully trying all sorts of places to poop before ending up proudly on the potty. Lionel is bouncing on his trampoline when all of a sudden he needs to poop. Where will he do it? On some cows! No, Lionel, no! On some wildcats! No, Lionel! Lionel thinks of many inappropriate places but eventually poops on his potty. Well done, Lionel! But wait—that’s not all... Cheeky toddler lion Lionel learns about looking after his own body. His mischievous grin puts the reader instantly on his side, and the tolerant voice of his adult helper provides an amused commentary. Ideal to read to a child while they are on a potty. Series includes Lionel Eats All By Himself. From the author of Encyclopedia of Grannies… “A completely bonkers, gleefully silly guide to grandmothers of all stripes.” School Library Journal …and My Pictures after the Storm (3 starred reviews) “A terrific little book that will amuse all out of proportion to its size.” Wall Street JournalTrade Review"The story is sublime in its simplicity, and the humor will delight its intended audience...Potty training has never been so much fun." -- Kirkus, Best Board Books of 2022, starred review"Resistance is futile." * Betsy Bird *"teaches young ones about using the toilet properly in the best possible way, because it is so subtle they won’t realise they are being taught a lesson." -- Kids' Book Review, Australia"A hilarious choice for stressed parents and carefree tots." -- School Library Journal"a primer in how to develop a love of humour and the absurd in young kids." -- Children's Books Ireland

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    £999.99

  • Bear Grylls Sticker Activity: Beastly Bugs

    Bonnier Zaffre Bear Grylls Sticker Activity: Beastly Bugs

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    Book SynopsisEver wanted to be an adventurer like Bear Grylls? Learn how to tell the difference between a vertebrae and an invertebrate. Discover how bees make honey, design your own beetle, and much more in this exciting book bursting with fun facts, quizzes, word searches, and mazes. The perfect introduction to Bear Grylls, adventurer, writer and television presenter, for younger fans, full of fun illustrations and facts and over 60 stickers.

    1 in stock

    £5.62

  • Sophie la girafe: Sophie Has Lunch

    Templar Publishing Sophie la girafe: Sophie Has Lunch

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisGet ready to eat with the classic Sophie la girafe toy, in this boardbook full of gentle messages for mealtime success.Sophie is feeling hungry. Join her at the table for a delicious meal in this book specially made for little ones trying their first tastes. This short story is perfect for reading aloud with babies and toddlers. Each scene presents first words from around the home, making it the ideal book for little ones just starting to talk, while textured pages will engage even the youngest babies' senses.For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips for your weaning journey, consulted by Early Years expert Lizzie Noble.Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.Designed for reading together with your baby or toddler, this would also make the perfect baby shower or new baby gift.

    2 in stock

    £6.99

  • Sophie la girafe: Sophie goes to Nursery

    Templar Publishing Sophie la girafe: Sophie goes to Nursery

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    Book SynopsisGet ready to start nursery with the classic Sophie la girafe toy, in this boardbook full of gentle messages and tips. Join Sophie for her first day at nursery in this book specially made for little ones settling into a new day care environment. This short story is perfect for reading aloud together with babies and toddlers, building familiarity and confidence about their days at nursery or with a childminder. Each scene picks out key first words, to help toddlers building their language skills. Textured, trace-the-shape pages will engage curious readers as they turn the pages. For parents and carers, each page features short practical tips to help you and your child, consulted by Early Years expert Lizzie Noble. Sophie la girafe has sold more than 50 million teether toys worldwide, and now the iconic toy from France turns 60. Celebrate with Sophie as she steps into the pages of a brand new series of baby books.Designed for reading together with your baby or toddler, this would also make the perfect birthday or returning to work gift.Trade ReviewSensitively and imaginatively written by author Ruth Symons, and beautifully illustrated by Vulli, these colourful books are perfect for reading aloud together with babies and toddlers, or as a gift for a new baby. * Lancashire Evening Post *

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    £999.99

  • My First Words Out and About

    Usborne Publishing Ltd My First Words Out and About

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA delightful wordbook, filled with pictures of friendly animals to meet on the way to the shops. Toddlers can explore a greengrocer, see delicious treats in a bakery window, visit a toyshop, and lots more. On every page, there are new words to say, from toys and food to clothes and animal sounds.

    2 in stock

    £5.99

  • Little Meerkats Big Panic

    Jessica Kingsley Publishers Little Meerkats Big Panic

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle Meerkat flies into one big panic after waking up to find the whole meerkat gang has disappeared! Luckily, Small Elephant and Mini Monkey stumble across Little Meerkat during the big panic, and offer to help find the missing meerkat gang.

    1 in stock

    £12.99

  • Busy Toes

    Zero to Ten Busy Toes

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    £7.59

  • Nita Goes to Hospital in Cantonese and English

    Mantra Lingua Nita Goes to Hospital in Cantonese and English

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    £11.68

  • Mantra Lingua Sahir Goes to the Dentist in Greek and English

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    £11.68

  • Nursery

    Child's Play International Ltd Nursery

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisHow will I know what to do? Will they be friendly? Will I enjoy it? Reading Nursery with your child is the perfect opportunity to talk about these questions, and many more! There’s a FIRST TIME for everything! Young children’s lives are full of new experiences, and these books help make these enjoyable and rewarding. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.Trade ReviewFirst Time series “Each book addresses an issue relevant to preschoolers' lives. Children in the illustrations are shown engaging in new experiences, always smiling, while surrounded by loving adults and friends. The pleasant cartoon art features uncluttered, brightly colored scenes.” * School Library Journal *

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Dentist

    Child's Play International Ltd Dentist

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhat will happen? Will it hurt? Will you stay with me? Reading Dentist with your child is the perfect opportunity to talk about these questions, and many more! Young children’s lives are full of new experiences and these books help make them less scary. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child. Use these books as a starting point to talk to your child and help them to understand and prepare for these events, and to share any worries they may have.Trade Review“Each book in the First Time series addresses an issue relevant to preschoolers' lives. Children in the illustrations are shown engaging in new experiences, always smiling, while surrounded by loving adults and friends. The pleasant cartoon art features uncluttered, brightly colored scenes.” * School Library Journal *

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Hospital

    Child's Play International Ltd Hospital

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisHow long will I be there? Will I stay the night? Who will look after me? Reading Hospital with your child is the perfect opportunity to talk about these questions, and many more! Young children’s lives are full of new experiences and these books help make them less scary. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child. Use these books as a starting point to talk to your child and help them to understand and prepare for these events, and to share any worries they may have.Trade ReviewFirst Time series “Each book addresses an issue relevant to preschoolers' lives. Children in the illustrations are shown engaging in new experiences, always smiling, while surrounded by loving adults and friends. The pleasant cartoon art features uncluttered, brightly colored scenes.” * School Library Journal *

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Shopping!

    Child's Play International Ltd Shopping!

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWhat items do we need from the shops? Where shall we go to buy them? And who’s going to help? Helping with real tasks is a natural progression from pretend play, and is a crucial stage in a child’s development. Achieving a shared goal encourages a sense of responsibility, and develops many skills useful in later life. Simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • School

    Child's Play International Ltd School

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisThere’s a FIRST TIME for everything! Young children’s lives are full of new experiences, and these books help make these enjoyable and rewarding. The simple conversational text and lively illustrations are carefully designed to encourage further dialogue between reader and child.

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Jump!

    Child's Play International Ltd Jump!

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLittle Movers Run, climb, crawl or jump – everybody loves to move! Fast or slow, up or down, alone or with our friends! Carol Thompson’s exquisite illustrations allow us to share and explore the struggles, achievements and sheer delight of children learning to manage and explore early movement challenges. These books are perfect aids to help build confidence and control. Ready? One, two, three...let’s move!

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Sun

    Child's Play International Ltd Sun

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLet’s play out in the sun! There’s a wealth of sights, sounds, smells, tastes and textures to discover and enjoy! In this series of richly illustrated books, Carol Thompson celebrates the immediate and sensory response of children to the natural world – whatever the weather!

    1 in stock

    £5.99

  • Wild Wilf: (Green Early Reader)

    Maverick Arts Publishing Wild Wilf: (Green Early Reader)

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisWilf wants to live in the wild. He takes his bag, and his ted, and leaves. What will living in the wild be like?

    1 in stock

    £7.44

  • Alfie Wins A Prize

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Alfie Wins A Prize

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisAlfie's painting 'Motorbike Man' has been entered in the children's painting competition at the Harvest Fair. His friends have done paintings too, but when the winners are announced, not everyone is happy with their prize...Join Alfie on an exciting day at the fair as he comes up with a brilliant solution!Trade ReviewInspiring, lovingly drawn * The Sunday Times *[Alfie] seems drawn from life, as ever * The Children's Bookseller *The story has comedy and pathos . . . The illustrations are enchanting - cosy, warm and also very familiar * The School Librarian *For many children this is a very familiar world * Carousel *For toddlers just begining to discover the fascination of everyday life, Shirley Hughes's classic Alfie series is a must * Irish Sunday Independent *

    3 in stock

    £6.99

  • Baby Sees: Christmas Faces

    Award Publications Ltd Baby Sees: Christmas Faces

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Sing!

    The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Sing!

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisSing! We sing in the bath! The birds sing! We sing when we are bored. We all sing together happily. This small book is illustrated in lovely colours and explores singing, and how we can sing to learn and have fun. The First Steps series has 12 books. Each book is engagingly illustrated and explores pre-school early-learning topics.

    1 in stock

    £5.62

  • Look!

    The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Look!

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLook! See people hurrying with suitcases. See the train and the guard. See the waves and the sea. See the big city buildings. See the birds up high. This small book encourages young children to look around them and to learn by observing. The First Steps series has 12 books. Each book is engagingly illustrated and explores pre-school early-learning topics.

    1 in stock

    £5.62

  • Sshh!

    The Gresham Publishing Co. Ltd Sshh!

    1 in stock

    Sshh! The dog is barking - sshh! The baby is sleeping - sshh! We are making loud music - sshh! This small book for children encourages them to understand when they can be noisy - and when they need to be quiet. The First Steps series has 12 books. Each book is engagingly illustrated and explores pre-school early-learning topics.

    1 in stock

    £5.62

  • Little Days Out: At the Shops

    New Frontier Publishing Little Days Out: At the Shops

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover all the different food you can find in the supermarket in this bright and colourful lift-the-flap children's board book. Perfect for reading aloud and developing early word recognition. Collect all the books in the First Days Out series.

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • JoJo and the Adinkroes

    Conscious Dreams Publishing JoJo and the Adinkroes

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £9.99

  • The big book of good manners: 2020

    Artbooks The big book of good manners: 2020

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    Book SynopsisThe most popular children's book on etiquette, and a cool poster with 10 rules of table manners as a gift! What does it mean to answer politely? Why wait at the table until everyone has finished eating? Isn't it easier to hold the fork with the right hand and the knife with the left hand? And why should you give up your seat to an old lady?

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    £999.99

  • My Busy Week

    ReadZone Books Limited My Busy Week

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £7.99

  • Me and You Peek a Boo!

    Make Believe Ideas Me and You Peek a Boo!

    15 in stock

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    15 in stock

    £6.95

  • Rabbit

    QED Publishing Rabbit

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £8.23

  • Too Much

    Tiny Owl Publishing Ltd Too Much

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    Book SynopsisAn ideal springtime book to gently talk to children about change, and a cheering story with a message at its core about taking one’s time and dealing with variations in routine. Spring has sprung, and little Rabbit is excited to play with his friend Bear! There’s just one problem: Bear doesn’t want to come out of hibernation. There’s too much of everything outside! With the help of friends Rabbit, Squirrel and Fox, Bear becomes excited to enter the outside world once again! Everything is more bearable with good friends who let us take our time.

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    £999.99

  • The Magic of Cleanliness

    B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd The Magic of Cleanliness

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £5.29

  • The Magic of Politeness

    B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd The Magic of Politeness

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £5.29

  • The Magic of Confidence

    B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd The Magic of Confidence

    5 in stock

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    5 in stock

    £5.29

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