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Synopsis
Melissa, Thomas, Betty, and Arthur have one thing in common: extremely unsuitable pets! An exuberant book packed with visual humor.
There are certain animals that make suitable pets, like a cat, a dog, or a guinea pig. Then there are others that make, well, unusual pets, like an octopus, a warthog, or an elephant. They’re too large, too messy, and maybe a tad too free-spirited with a tendency to break things like tables, floors, and even ceilings. But can you guess what makes the most unsuitable pet ever?
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About the Author
Charlotte Voake is the author-illustrator of many picture books, including the acclaimed Ginger. She lives in Surrey, England.
From School Library Journal
PreS-Gr 2—Children frequently ask for pets that most parents would deem unacceptable, but what might happen if these improper pets really found homes? Such is premise of Voake's tongue-in-cheek offering. Melissa's octopus is a "splendid creature," but a very messy bather. And Arthur's warthog is a "beautiful animal," though his table manners leave much to be desired. The dynamic watercolor and ink illustrations complement the text nicely, with the animals acting out and the children adoring them just the same. The twist ending will leave children giggling and prove that a crocodile may be the most unsuitable pet of all. VERDICT This humorous title will work well for sharing with early elementary students as well as preschoolers.—Martha Link Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, NC
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- PublisherCandlewick
- Publication date2015
- ISBN 10 0763674818
- ISBN 13 9780763674816
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages32
- IllustratorVoake Charlotte
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