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The Magic billabong

Australia, 1985
film

Featuring koalas, kangaroos, echidnas and other Australian wildlife in their natural habitat. Ann Patchett presents information, songs, magic, games, counting..

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The Magic pudding

Australia, 2000
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More Winners : The Big Wish

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The Steam-driven adventures of Riverboat Bill

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A Place to belong

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Mystery island

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Playing Beatie Bow

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Cat on a hot tin roof

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EC, Nipper and Aku

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The Illustrators

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Dot and the kangaroo

Australia, 1977
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Alluring Bali

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Around the World with Dot

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Dot and the Koala

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Mr Squiggle and friends Bandywallop

Australia, 1989
Similarity: 34%

Managing your time effectively

Australia, 1987
Similarity: 33%
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