Our Pet Turtle

Written by Michele Jakubowski · Illustrated by Kev Payne

Part of the Family Pets series

A family learns to care for a class pet turtle, sparking unexpected adventures.

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16 pages· 290L

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Bookroo's summary

Sam and his family take on the responsibility of caring for Shelly, the class pet turtle. As they navigate the joys and challenges of pet care, young readers are invited into a world of discovery and learning. Will Shelly adapt to her new environment, and what lessons will Sam and his family learn along the way? This engaging tale, filled with vibrant illustrations, offers a delightful journey into the world of family pets, perfect for emerging readers eager to explore the wonders of animal care.

From the publisher

In Our Pet Turtle, beginning readers follow Sam and his family as they care for his class’s pet turtle, Shelly. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a supportive educational fiction reading experience. Supplementary back matter helps readers review the story, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Our Pet Turtle also features reading tips for teachers and parents and a table of contents. Grasshopper Books offers simple, fun fiction for emerging readers. Our Pet Turtle is part of Jump!’s Family Pets series.

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