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There's a Hamster in my Pocket

There's a Hamster in my Pocket

Published in
2011
2.86
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Description

Yosser's having a worrying summer as her family's shop is struggling and Auntie Shabnam's visit means she has to share a room with Nani. Yosser is jealous of her friend Kylie's pets, but Kylie's family has problems too, with her mum nearing 40 and her brother Sniper acting suspiciously. Yosser discovers a mysterious box in Nani's things and suspects it's causing the bad luck. Together, Yosser and Kylie try to uncover Sniper's odd behavior, find a gift for Kylie's mum, solve the mystery of the box, and keep track of Kylie's hamsters.
Age
8-11
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
96 pages
Book in series
#1

Why to read

  • Entertaining and humorous plot
  • Relatable school setting
  • Themes of friendship and creativity
  • Engages young readers with animal character