Children Make Terrible Pets (Hardcover) by Peter Brown

About the Book

From the "New York Times"-bestselling author of "The Curious Garden" comes a unique and laugh-out-loud twist on the perennial first pet theme, as he tells the story about a bear and her pet boy. Full color.

Book Synopsis

Check out this bestselling, rollicking, and humorous twist on the classic first pet story about a young bear and her favorite pet boy!

When Lucy, a young bear, discovers a boy in the woods, she's absolutely delighted. She brings him home and begs her mom to let her keep him, even though her mom warns, Children make terrible pets. But mom relents, and Lucy gets to name her new pet Squeaker.

Through a series of hilarious and surprising scenes, readers can join Lucy and Squeaker on their day of fun and decide for themselves whether or not children really do make terrible pets.

Review Quotes

Joyfully animated illustrations
--The New York Times Book Review

About The Author

Peter Brown is the author and illustrator of many bestselling children's books, including Children Make Terrible Pets and The Curious Garden. He is the recipient of a Caldecott Honor for Creepy Carrots!, two E.B. White Read Aloud Awards, a New York Times Best Illustrated Children's Book award, and a Children's Choice Award for Illustrator of the Year. Peter's website is www.peterbrownstudio.com.