WANTED! A Guinea Pig Called Henry

WANTED! A Guinea Pig Called Henry by Wendy Orr is a charming reprint published by Square Fish on July 14, 2015. This 144-page book, written in English, follows Sam as she seeks the perfect pet for her birthday. Despite her parents’ concerns about their small apartment, a visit to the Rainbow Street Shelter leads her to a fluffy black guinea pig named Henry, sparking a series of reflections about pets and family dynamics.
In this engaging story, readers will discover Sam’s journey as she navigates her desire for companionship while observing her little brother’s interactions with Nelly, the shelter dog. The narrative explores themes of family, responsibility, and the joys of pet ownership, all within the context of juvenile fiction. With elements of action and adventure, this chapter book invites young readers to consider the unique bonds between children and animals, making it a delightful addition to any child’s reading list.
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Sam wants a pet for her birthday, but her mom and dad have already said that their apartment is too small for a cat or a dog. A trip to Rainbow Street Shelter to look at the smaller animals can’t hurt, though!
At the shelter, Sam finds the perfect pet for her, a fluffy black guinea pig named Henry. But she can’t help noticing how happy her little brother is when he’s reading to Nelly, the Rainbow Street dog. Why can’t he read like that when he’s in school? Nelly looks happy, too. Sam starts to wonder . . . can a dog go to kindergarten?
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