Caring for Your Lion

Written by Tammi Sauer · Illustrated by Troy Cummings

Expecting a kitten, but got a lion? Chaos ensues. Can a lion be the perfect pet?

5.3/7 Bookroo expert·3.8/5 Goodreads · 415 ratings

32 pages· 261 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· 530L

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Bookroo's summary

When a child receives a lion instead of a kitten, chaos erupts. With feathers flying and fur everywhere, the new pet comes with unusual instructions: don't resemble prey and ensure ample play space. As the household turns upside down, the question remains—can this unexpected lion become the perfect companion?

From the publisher

We know you ordered a kitten, but we ran out of those. SURPRISE: you’re the new owner of a lion! Fortunately, the big cat comes with instructions like, try very hard NOT to look like a zebra. And give your lion PLENTY of space to play. But when the feathers and fur start flying and everything s in chaos, can a lion be a child s purr-fect pet?”

At a glance

Format
Pages: 32
Words: 261
Reading age: 3–7
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 530L

Themes & topics

Books about pets Books about lions Books about imagination Books about cats Books about big cats (lions, tigers, leopard, etc.)

What readers & critics say

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5.3

“This book is full of helpful tips for caring for a pet lion. For example, try not to look like a gazelle or a bunny. If, however, you forgot to follow this rule, you may find yourself inside of a lion. Don't panic, though, just use this feather to tickle the lion and you'll quickly be spat back out.”

Mr. Staccato

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