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Trees Make Perfect Pets

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In Trees Make Perfect Pets by Paul Czajak, a young girl named Abigail decides she doesn't want an ordinary pet. Instead, she chooses a tree and names it Fido. The story charmingly follows her as she cares for Fido, embracing the unique adventures and challenges that come with having a tree as a pet.
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You might enjoy this charming children's book if you're a reader who appreciates heart-warming stories about unconventional friendships and the joys of nature. It's perfect for young readers who love imaginative tales with delightful illustrations and a touch of humour.

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Trees Make Perfect Pets

Abigail defends her pet choice, explaining that Fido the dogwood tree keeps her cool during the day, listens when she tells him to stay, and even gives her air to breathe.

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An endearing and environmentally friendly story about a girl's unlikely best friend...a tree! An endearing and environmentally friendly story about a girl's unlikely best friend...a tree! Abigail is determined to get the perfect pet. So she chooses Fido. He keeps her cool from the sun, stays where she tells him, and even gives her air to breathe. That's because Fido is a tree! But not everyone thinks having a tree as a pet is a good idea, though, especially when Fido starts to grow. Will Abigail be able to keep her perfect pet?

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Trees Make Perfect Pets by Paul Czajak is praised for its unique approach to storytelling, combining environmental themes with lessons on self-assertion. Described as taking tree-hugging to a new level, it encourages readers to stand up for their beliefs in a playful and imaginative manner.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781492664734

Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 03 March 2020

Country: United States

Imprint: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Cathy Gendron

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 265.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 490g

Pages: 32

About the Author

PAUL CZAJAK lives in New Jersey with his wife and two children. He is the author of the popular, award winning Monster & Me series. He is a Mom's Choice Awards Gold Recipient for Monster Needs a Costume and Monster Needs a Christmas Tree. You can visit him at paulczajak.com CATHY GENDRON graduated with a degree in Fine Arts and spent 8 years in newspapers as an art director. She lives and works in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A teacher for almost 30 years at the College for Creative Studies in Detroit, her work has appeared in numerous magazines and newspapers. Visit her at cathygendron.com.

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