Children Make Terrible Pets
Written and illustrated by Peter Brown
Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (September 7, 2010)
Suitable For:
Ages 4 and up
Theme/Topic:
First pet
Opening:
La La La
One morning, Lucy was practicing her twirls
when she noticed she was being watched.
Hello? Who's there?
I can smell you behind those bushes, so just come on out!
Squeak!
When her secret admirer scurried into the open, Lucy could not
believe her eyes.
Oh! My! Gosh!
You are the cutest critter in the whole forest!
Squeak!
So Lucy brought the critter home to show her mom.
MOM! Look what I found outside! I call him Squeaker because he makes funny sounds.
Squeak!
See, isn't he the cutest?
Can I keep him, PLEASE?
Synopsis (from Amazon)
Check out this rollicking, humorous, and heartwarming twist on the classic "first pet" story about a young bear and her favorite pet boy!
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.
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.
We have this book at home. My kids absolutely love the humor and role reversal.
ReplyDeleteRobyn,
ReplyDeleteLove this book! What an awesome choice...will have to pick up a copy and bring it to NH when I go there in April to spend a week with my little grandson...he will be tickled with the idea of the boy being the pet of the bear. :)
Hi Robyn .. it sounds like a great book - and a fun review .. I think I'd have liked to have read this as a kid - and just might do now .. good for everyone to look at things in a different light ..
ReplyDeleteCheers Hilary
I'm popping over to Susanna's blog to have a look ..
This book seems SUPER super funny! The title is hillarious! Great PPBF pick!
ReplyDeleteLove this book! Can't tell you how many times I have read just for fun....and to study Peter Brown's genius structure.
ReplyDeleteI so need to get my hands on a copy of this book. It has had so many rave reviews too, I know I would love it. Love role reversals like this.
ReplyDeleteI've seen this book in the bookstore, but have never picked up -- now I shall have to! It sounds like such fun! And your activity suggestion is such a good follow-up.
ReplyDeleteAwh Robyn, that is all kinds of awesome. What a neat idea! I can't wait to my furry paws on it ;) Have a lovely weekend.
ReplyDeleteI so adore this book! So much so that when I did a recent school visit I used it as a great example of character development. Great choice!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a very unique picture book, which is what the publishers say they want. Thanks for the review.
ReplyDeleteI love the sound of this book. Role reversal must make for a great and hilarious read.
ReplyDeleteVery good reviews about the Book, will read it for sure.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I totally want this book now! GREAT review, Robyn. :-)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE this book - such a great idea and so well done! Thanks for adding it to our list. I can't imagine any child not liking this one :)
ReplyDeleteThat sounds like such a great idea. I'll have to bring it up at my critique group because there's a few people who write PB. :)
ReplyDeleteI have seen this book and we have some other Peter Brown books at home. The story sounds hysterical- I'll have to pick it up. Love the litter box!
ReplyDeleteWhat a creative book. It sounds very funny. Like the role reversal idea. Great selection!
ReplyDeleteThe title alone is a scene stealer. The authors cleverly creative writing gives kids the opportunity to see life from a different perspective. I must look for this book I think my little nephews will benefit from this great book. Well done for a great find thanks Robyn.
ReplyDeleteFun! I used to love to read picture books. I need to get into that again.
ReplyDeleteI don't know this one at all. Considering the outpouring of love for it in the comments, I'm clearly missing out! :)
ReplyDeleteOh. This sounds funny. Maybe I could pick up potty training tips. Have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteI love this book. The title is a winner and the concept so fun! Great review!
ReplyDeleteThis book reminds me of a saying at our vet's office. It's something like, "Pet are welcome. Unattended children will be given a cappuccino and a free puppy." Too funny!
ReplyDeleteGreat choice, love a book with a humorous twist! I think my younger boys would really enjoy the role reversal theme. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI agree this is an absolutely fabulous book!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to pick this book up! I love PB's with humor! :D
ReplyDeleteThanks for adding it to the list.
I love Peter Brown's art. That Lucy is just too adorable. Great pick, Robyn!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a lot of fun!
ReplyDeleteHow fun! Thanks for sharing, Robyn!
ReplyDeleteWow! Sounds an awesome book. I'm sure my three year old GD would love to be read this one!
ReplyDeleteSounds really cute! Need to check this one out. :)
ReplyDeleteHugs and blessings, amigo,
Karen
Sounds an awesome book for my niece! Will have to check this one out!
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a fun book. I like how it uses role reversal.
ReplyDeleteSounds such a fun and wonderful book! Thanks Robyn!
ReplyDeleteI was won over by the title alone - sounds fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThis looks great. My kids are bigger, now, but I still want to buy picture books, especially humorous ones.
ReplyDeleteLoved your latest posts.
Hugs.
Cute!!!
ReplyDeleteOhhh.... I want to see the illustrations now!!
ReplyDeleteBlessings.
I'm chuckling over the title.
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