Third Grade Pet - Hardcover

"A girl with a fear of rats overcomes that aversion in this fast-paced classroom story, where the personalities of the students and a funny, alert teacher take center stage."--Kirkus Reviews

"The people are lively individuals capable
of holding their own against Cheeky Cheese. . . . Its sound insight into grade-school psychology and its furry appeal should keep young readers happily scampering through the pages."--The Bulletin, Recommended

"Short sentences, funny quips, and ample lighthearted art make this a smooth read." --Publishers Weekly

"A . . . comic, tender chapter book . . . kids will enjoy the farce. . . . The classroom scenes are as funny and immediate as those in Rosemary's home."--Booklist

s is that the third grade can buy a class pet. The bad news for Rosemary is that the kids want a rat! How gross!

There's no way Rosemary's mother will let her take a turn as ratkeeper for a creepy, dirty animal. But Rosemary surprises herself when she begins to like Cheese, the gray and white hooded rat. Then, when Cheese's life is in danger, it's Rosemary to the rescue . . . if she can hide him from her family!