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Reviewed on May 1, 2015 | Picture Books
Gr 1–3—Cousins Mellie and Dennis each want a pet. Through emails to one another, they discuss criteria for a new cat/dog: activity level, temperament, vocalization, handling, intelligence, grooming, and more. Their conversations present readers with information about some of the most popular cat/dog breeds. In I Want a Cat, Mellie is assigned to write an essay on the topic and shares her work at the end of the story. Her opinion essay earns an A from the tea...Log In or Sign Up to Read More