Presenting Pets!

A lyrical account of common pet behaviors to help children better understand and appreciate the lives of animals.

Did you know that pets can jump, fly, climb, crawl, scamper, and leap? Presenting Pets! shows children how different pets spend their time when in the company of their owners as well as when they are on their own. A former language arts teacher and pet owner, author Anne L. Green introduces children to the fun, vivid language of poems and highlights the joys of pet ownership. What better way to introduce children to poetry than through the humorous antics of animals?

Inspired by time spent with her own pets as well as those of her friends and family, Green explores the behaviors of a kitten, parakeet, ferret, hermit crab, hamster, and lizard. Whether you are longing for a new pet, want to understand the one you have at home, or just love animals, Presenting Pets! is full of surprises and delivers an amusing read that will resonate with fans of Dr. Suess.