Book details
Mary Margaret and The Perfect Pet Plan
Description
During the summer that she turns nine, Mary Margaret tries very hard to persuade her parents to let her have a pet, makes a new neighbor friend and helps her brother keep an old one, and looks forward to the new baby's arrival because then her mother will be less 'crabby.' Mary Margaret thinks her life would be perfect if only she had a pet. She's tried to convince her parents that she can handle the responsibility, but her mother is too busy worrying about having a baby, and her father is allergic to dander. The irrepressible eight-year-old concocts all sorts of crazy schemes (including selling handmade 'poop purses' to neighborhood dog walkers) and suffers many mishaps on the way to becoming big enough inside to earn something warm and fuzzy to love. Mary Margaret's effervescent personality will make her popular with fans of Junie B. Jones, Ramona, and Amber Brown.
Age
8-12
Text complexity
proficient
Length
168 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Storyline: 'Mary Margaret and The Perfect Pet Plan' offers an engaging and relatable storyline that captures the imagination of young readers, making it an enjoyable read for children who love stories about pets and adventure.
- Character Development: The book provides a great example of character development as readers follow Mary Margaret on her quest. It teaches important life lessons about responsibility, perseverance, and the consequences of one's actions.
- Humor and Fun: Christine Kole MacLean infuses the story with humor and fun, which keeps readers entertained and eager to turn the pages. The light-hearted tone makes it a great choice for a feel-good reading experience.
- Promotes Reading Skills: Aimed at middle-grade readers, this book helps in developing reading skills. The vocabulary and sentence structure are appropriate for young readers, making it a good book for practicing reading comprehension and fluency.