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Choosing a Fish
Is a fish the right pet for you? Fish are beautiful to look at and fun to watch. They come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. Some types of fish are harder to care for than others. This book will help readers decide what kind of freshwater fish and how many to get. Readers will learn about the kind of food to feed the fish, what size tank they should get, and much more. Readers learn how to keep their fish healthy and happy for years to come.
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The American Humane Association does wonderful work, protecting defenseless animals, working to control the pet population, and helping to place unwanted critters in good homes. Unfortunately, this series is so agenda driven that its appeal to children is minimal. Readers looking forward to owning a pet will find a small list of "dos" and a massive list of "don'ts," some of which have nothing to do with the targeted age range. Horse has the most egregious flaws, with such statements as "Be careful of horse auctions, bargains in the classified ads, and overeager horse dealers." "Pet Pointer" and "Fast Fact" text boxes provide helpful tidbits. While there are "Words to Know" sections, glossary words are not highlighted within the texts. The numerous captioned, color and black-and-white photos may draw in browsers and animal lovers, but however well-intentioned these books are, they're not what pet sections need., School Library Journal April 2013
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Grades
3--5 IL
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3-5 GRL
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