by Dick Bruna, 1966
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Here's a title from "Miffy" creator Dick Bruna.
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Mr. Bruna was influenced by the De Stijil design movement. De Stijil is a Dutch word meaning “home at a reasonable time.”
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It's hard to see in this photo, but just to the left of the girls is a scary lion or an explosion. It's a wild ride, this one.
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The addition of a magic pigeon keeps him from getting sued by Cinderella's original writer, Walt Disney. Don't worry, I don't think he's very litigious.
You might be hearing from Mo Willems though.
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This is where the story really cooks. They're gonna be sore tomorrow from all that dancing.
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Watch out! This charming story is turning into a white knuckle, full-throttle thrill ride thanks to some well timed pointing.
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HA! Screw you!
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Isn't that the sweetest thing you have ever seen? Really.
WHY KIDS WILL LIKE IT: Adrenaline rush, charming