Emma's Strange Pet
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Chapter Book · Ages 4–8 · 2003 · Est. 24 min read

Emma's Strange Pet

By Jean Little, Jennifer Plecas (Illustrator)

Part of the Emma series

Can siblings agree on a pet when one is allergic to fur?

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64 pages· 1,414 words· Est. 24 min read
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Max dreams of a furry friend, but his sister Emma's allergy complicates their search for the perfect pet. When Emma discovers an unusual animal that suits her needs, Max must decide if he can embrace his sister's choice. Will this strange pet bring them closer or drive them apart? Dive into this delightful tale of sibling compromise and unexpected friendships, where the stakes are high and the outcome is uncertain. Join Emma and Max on their heartwarming journey to find a pet that fits their family.

From the publisher

From an award-winning team comes a lively and heartwarming I Can Read book about a family’s first pet.Pet wanted! Max wants a furry pet. Emma wants a pet too, but she’s allergic to animals with fur. When Emma finds the perfect animal, will Max like his sister’s strange pet?Emma’s Strange Pet is a Level 3 I Can Read Book, which means it’s perfect for independent reading. Kids will love reading this high-interest story about Emma and Max’s fun with their new pet!

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
64
Words
1,414
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Early Reader
Lexile
450L
Themes & topics
Books about animalsBooks about petsBooks about siblingsBooks about familyBooks about adoption
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
72398
Publication
Published
October 26, 2004
First published
January 1, 2003
Publisher
HarperCollins
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780064442596

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