The Great Pet Sale
By Mick Inkpen
A chatty rat reveals the pet shop’s surprising creatures—but which one can the boy afford?
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What is The Great Pet Sale about?
A boy visits a pet shop where every animal is on sale, but choosing the perfect pet is not as easy as it seems. A chatty rat takes him past a lively collection of creatures, from a platypus and terrapin to a gecko and other unusual animals. With only a small amount of money to spend, the boy must weigh up each animal’s charms—and surprises—before deciding which one he can take home.
About the author
Mick Inkpen is a much-loved British author and illustrator who creates delightful books for children. He is best known for his stories about Kipper the dog and Wibbly Pig, which have made children smile all over the world. Mick’s gentle stories and charming pictures make reading fun and inspire a love of books.
Pages
16 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
This edition
1998
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