Bad to the Bone Boxer
Sale price
$557
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2010 · Est. 4.5 hour read

Bad to the Bone Boxer

Written by Tui T. Sutherland

Book #7 in the Pet Trouble series

A mischievous dog tests a girl's patience and friendships. Can he be tamed?

4.1 Goodreads · 130 ratings
176 pages· 30,928 words· Est. 4.5 hour read· 790L
$5.99Save 7%

In stock. Also at Amazon or Bookshop.

Bookroo's summary

Michelle's new boxer, Tombo, is a whirlwind of chaos, chewing everything in sight. Her best friend Rosie refuses to let Tombo near her poodle, Buttons, straining their friendship. Determined to prove Tombo isn't a bad dog, Michelle faces the challenge of taming his wild spirit. Can she transform her unruly pet into a well-behaved companion, or will Tombo's antics drive a wedge between her and Rosie? Discover the trials and triumphs of a girl and her dog in this heartwarming tale of friendship and perseverance.

From the publisher

A new dog with new troubles! Tombo the boxer chews up everything in sight – can this bad dog learn to be good? Michelle’s new boxer is a handful. He’s huge, he has tons of energy, and he chews everything in sight! Worst of all, Michelle’s best friend Rosie doesn’t want Tombo playing with her poodle, Buttons. Michelle wants to prove to everyone that her new pet isn’t bad – but how can she make him be good?

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
176
Words
30,928
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Middle Grade
Lexile
790L
Themes & topics
The author

More from Tui T. Sutherland

Explore Tui's bookshelf
The series

The Pet Trouble series

See the whole series
Your next read

Books that feel like this one

The fine print

Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.8
F&P level
~S
AR points
5
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
138774
Publication
Published
August 1, 2010
Publisher
Scholastic Paperbacks
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780545202718
LCCN
2011280390

Surprise a reader with their next favorite book.

Spotted a mistake or something missing? Improve this page.

Are you the author or illustrator? Claim your book.