Monday, May 7, 2007
Welcome to the Bed and Biscuit
Grandpa Bender is a veterinarian who runs the Bed and Biscuit, a boardinghouse for various types of animals. Helping him run the business are former borders, rescued animals that Grandpa adopted as part of his family: Gabby, a Vietnamese mynah bird who has been with Grandpa for 10 years and sometimes answers the phone when Grandpa is busy; Ernest the pig, who has his own shower and a wonderful brain that can help him find things when no one else can; and Milly, a cuddly, red-gold cat that Grandpa wears like a scarf. In this often humorous tale they coexist happily until Grandpa brings home a mysterious guest, with whom he starts to spend all of his time. Who is this guest that fits in a breadbox? Will life with Grandpa ever be the same again? Recommended for grades 2-3.
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This is a charming little chapter book, with cover art that certainly helps to attract readers. It carries gentle messages about the ability of "families" to expand their circles to include new members, and about the value of diverse talents in any group. And, of course I thought Ernest's personal pig shower was a hoot and a half.
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