Information about shelter dog adoptions is included at books end. Suzannah and her friends volunteer at a shelter and they are excited because six sato puppies from puerto rico are about to arrive. The new series, shelter pet squad is perfect for my 3rd graders and several of them have read it already. We caught up with shelter pet squad author cynthia lord in celebration of national adopt a shelter pet day. Suzannah becomes attached to the one that she names. As a child, i had a turtle named spotsie and a dog named peanut. Upbeat and relatable, this promises to be the start to a series that will win over young animal enthusiasts. Shelter pet squad paloma is the third book in the shelter pet squad series. Free shipping get free shipping free 58 day shipping within the u. Lords own newly adopted shelter pet, a guinea pig, was the inspiration for this first entry in the shelter pet squad series, and she artfully weaves information about animals, shelters, and pet care throughout.
Owning a ferret can be really hard work, the shelter pet squad discovers. In the shelter pet squad series, five kids volunteering at the local animal shelter get attached to the looking for a second chance pets in their care. Secondgrader suzannah and her friends are back for the second installment of the shelter pet squad series. There, although shes the youngest, suzannah quickly finds herself making friends with the kids and bonding with the animals. Find out about the first book in the shelter pet squad series. Shelter pet squad series in order cynthia lord fictiondb. Is there any way for paloma to get adopted without breaking suzannahs heart.
This heartwarming early chapter book reminds readers that good friends and the chance to make a positive difference are often closer than they may believe. There, although shes the youngest, suzannah quickly finds herself. Jelly bean in this charming illustrated chapter book series by newbery honor author cynthia lord, the shelter pet squad kids find the perfect homes for animals in need. Her mother recommends that she join the new volunteer program for kids called shelter pet squad at. She made her picturebook debut with hot rod hamster, which won several awards, including the parents choice award, and is the author of the shelter pet squad chapter book series. Cynthia lords shelter pet squad books were the perfect gift for the little girl who invited birthday party guests to bring items for the animal shelter instead of for her. Cynthia lords shelter pet squad books were the perfect gift for the little girl who invited birthday party guests to. Networking euth listed and super urgent shelter pets to rescue. This friday, well be having a morning book club about the book and lots of kids have signed up. Celebrate adopt a shelter pet day with cynthia lord. We are dedicated to rehoming at risk online pets through reputable registered 501c3 rescue organizations. See the complete shelter pet squad series book list in order, box sets or omnibus editions, and companion titles. She made her picturebook debut with hot rod hamster, which won several awards, including the parents choice award, and is the author of the shelter pet. In this charming illustrated chapter book series by newbery honor author cynthia lord, the shelter pet squad kids find the perfect homes for animals in need.
Can suzannah bear to let paloma, the puppy shes cared for ever since she arrived at the shelter, be adopted into a permanent home. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Jelly bean by cynthia lord im a big fan of cynthia lords middlegrade books and i really like this new series, too. Then a girl just her age brings a guinea pig named jelly bean to the. Merlin shelter pet squad by cynthia lord a kids book a day. Easy vocabulary, uncomplicated sentences, generous dialogue, large font, and friendly illustrations make the book accessible. She rallies the pet squad into advertising at the school in hopes that some teacher will step forward and adopt the pet for his or her classroom. Written from the perspective of shy suzannah, the stories show that the kids do more than just pet the animals. She meets a sad girl who has to leave her guinea pig, jelly bean, at. Her mother recommends that she join the new volunteer program for kids called shelter pet squad at the local animal shelter. Suzannah promises that shell find the little creature the perfect home.
The kids will help them settle in until they are ready for adoption. Weve also got a free sample chapter to share heres chapter one of book one in the series, jelly bean. First contacting the ads and establishing a line of communication with the owner we seek to have the ad taken down and replaced with our own ad on our facebook page. Whoever takes merlin home will need to be prepared. Susannah loves animals, but cant have a pet because she lives in an apartment building that forbids them. At first susannah is apprehensive because she is the youngest member of the squad. For this first book club, i chose the new book shelter pet squad. Its merlin, a mischievous ferret who gets into everything, and loves to play hide and seek. Jelly bean is the first book in cynthia lords new series, shelter pet squad, catering to early independent readers. Working at the pet shelter once a week is the best alternative. When suzannah arrives to volunteer at the shelter, one of the animals is missing. Created using mysimpleshow sign up at and create your own. The complete series list for shelter pet squad cynthia lord.
Cynthia is the author of the shelter pet squad series and an avid animal lover. This time, they are captivated by merlin, a lively ferret who loves to hide, steal shiny objects, and play. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide. Jelly bean kindle edition by lord, cynthia, mcguire, erin. Jelly bean ebook by cynthia lord,erin mcguire book 1. Satos are homeless dogs of various breeds from puerto rico. Her dilemma is happily resolved in the latest installment of the shelter pet squad. Upbeat, fun adventures spotlight kind, animalloving kids. Wanting to make sure he finds a perfect home, the kids decide to make. In this charming illustrated chapter book series, the shelter pet squad kids find the perfect homes for animals in need. Suzannahs always wanted a pet of her own, but she lives in an apartment where there are absolutely no. In this charming illustrated chapter book series by newbery honor author cynthia lord, the shelter pet squad kids find the perfect homes for. Today were thrilled to welcome author cynthia lord to the blog.
Read on to hear about how she became a writer, why animals inspire her, and why she says her spirit animal is a loon. Suzannahs always wanted a pet of her own, but she lives in an apartment where there are absolutely no pets allowed. Animal lovers will adore this third book in the irresistible shelter pet squad series. See the complete shelter pet squad series book list in order, box. Our students in third grade work with animal shelter dogs and adoptapet for their classrooms. I wanted a book that was accessible to most kids in my room either on their own or with help from a parent.
What she can do is volunteer at a local pet shelter. They have a fun time learning about taking care of the puppies and give them a name. This book is different than other series books for this age group and i cant wait until there are more books in the series. The shelter pet squad book series by cynthia lord includes books jelly bean, merlin, and paloma. Shelter pet squad series by cynthia lord goodreads. Then a girl just her age brings a guinea pig named jelly bean to the shelter. Cynthia lord is the awardwinning author of rules, a newbery honor book and a schneider family book award winner, as well as the critically acclaimed half a chance and a handful of stars. Suzannah joins the shelter pet squad because her apartment building doesnt allow pets.
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