A funny look at the universal longing for a pet
Elizabeth really wants a pet. But her parents do not. Instead they give her a cactus. As Elizabeth campaigns for a suitable pet, leading to some hair-raising possibilities, suddenly Doug comes along. Could Doug be the most unusual, but perfect, pet of all?
This comical tale will humor parents and young readers alike with a subject all will relate to—finding that just right pet.
Praise for The Perfect Pet
“Palatini adds her own brand of offbeat humor and an unexpected ending to the traditional story of a child trying to convince her parents that she should have a pet…”—School Library Journal
“Whatley’s bright, double-page spreads are hilarious…Great for reading aloud.”—ALA Booklist
Elizabeth really wants a pet. But her parents do not. Instead they give her a cactus. As Elizabeth campaigns for a suitable pet, leading to some hair-raising possibilities, suddenly Doug comes along. Could Doug be the most unusual, but perfect, pet of all?
This comical tale will humor parents and young readers alike with a subject all will relate to—finding that just right pet.
Praise for The Perfect Pet
“Palatini adds her own brand of offbeat humor and an unexpected ending to the traditional story of a child trying to convince her parents that she should have a pet…”—School Library Journal
“Whatley’s bright, double-page spreads are hilarious…Great for reading aloud.”—ALA Booklist
| 도서명 | The Perfect Pet |
|---|---|
| 저자, 출판사 | Margie Palatini / Bruce Whatley (ILT) | Harpercollins Childrens Books |
| 크기 | 8.8 in H | 10 in W | 0.3 lb Wt |
| 쪽수 | 32 pages |
| 발행일 | January 27, 2009 |
| 목차 또는 책소개 | Ages 4 to 8, Grades P to 2 |
| ISBN | 9780060001100 |








