Take Your Pet to School Day

Written by Linda Ashman · Illustrated by Suzanne Kaufman

Chaos erupts when every student brings their pet to school.

3.9/5 Goodreads · 304 ratings

34 pages· 579 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

At Maple View Elementary, chaos reigns as every student arrives with a pet in tow. The animals, ignoring school rules, turn classrooms upside down. But why are they here? Did the pets themselves orchestrate this wild day? As the school teeters on the brink of pandemonium, the pets must learn to behave if they want to stay. Dive into this delightful tale of mischief and fun, where the unexpected becomes the norm and the pets just want to join in the excitement. Can order be restored, or will the pets' antics win the day?

From the publisher

Wouldn’t it be fun to bring your pet to school? Now imagine if EVERYONE brought their pet to school! That’s exactly what happens in this hilarious picture book! A lighthearted, perfect read for back to school–no matter what that looks like! When pets show up with their kids at Maple View Elementary, it’s total chaos! These animals have no respect for school rules, and every class quickly gets out of hand. But why did they show up in the first place? Who said they could come? Could it have been…the pets themselves? It turns out they just wanted in on the fun! Now, if they want to stay, they’ll just have to behave…. Linda Ashman’s bouncy, rhyming text lends itself perfectly to an exuberant classroom read-aloud, and Suzanne Kaufman’s playful art is full of hilarious details. A great way to generate enthusiasm for school, this book will easily find a place in pet lovers’ hearts.

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