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Children Make Terrible Pets

by Peter Brown

A bear’s unexpected idea of a pet

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A bear’s unexpected idea of a pet

When Lucy, a young bear, finds a boy in the woods, she brings him home and asks to keep him as a pet. Her mother warns that children make terrible pets, setting up a playful reversal of the familiar first-pet scenario: here, a child is the animal in someone else’s home. Lucy names the boy Squeaker, and their day together gives the story its series of comic, surprising situations. The premise turns everyday questions about pets and caregiving around, inviting young readers to consider the difference between wanting a companion and knowing how to care for one.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 who enjoy humorous animal stories
  • Young readers interested in pet stories with an unusual role reversal
  • Adults choosing an engaging read-aloud about caring for others

Themes

Pets and caregivingResponsibilityRole reversalFamily

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Book overview

Check out this bestselling, rollicking, and humorous twist on the classic "first pet" story about a young bear and her favorite pet boy, from #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Wild Robot!

When Lucy, a young bear, discovers a boy in the woods, she's absolutely delighted. She brings him home and begs her mom to let her keep him, even though her mom warns, "Children make terrible pets." But mom relents, and Lucy gets to name her new pet Squeaker.

Through a series of hilarious and surprising scenes, readers can join Lucy and Squeaker on their day of fun and decide for themselves whether or not children really do make terrible pets.

Also by Peter Brown:
Mr. Tiger Goes Wild
You Will Be My Friend!
Fred Gets Dressed
The Curious Garden
Flight of the Dodo
Chowder
Fabulous Bouncing Chowder
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