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K-3
Translated by Sibylle Kazeroid.
Illustrated by
Wolfgang Slawski.
When Max the bear sneezes, his animal friends ply him with all sorts of unpleasant remedies. Finally, Max manages to call a halt and tell them he isn't actually sick. Young audiences will enjoy the silliness that ends with giggles and the reminder that "laughter is the best medicine--whether you're sick or not!" The illustrations aptly portray Max's discomfort as well as his friends' goofy eagerness.