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This charming chapter book introduces Audrey, a spirited girl with a thirst for adventure, and her best friend Barbara, a cat who prefers the comforts of home and a good nap. When Audrey sets her sights on riding an elephant at the Taj Mahal, she must not only devise a way to get there (a bathtub sailboat, naturally!) but also convince her skeptical feline companion to join. It's a delightful story about the power of imagination, the joy of shared experiences, and how even the most opposite personalities can find common ground in friendship. Perfect for sparking creativity and discussing the value of different perspectives.