When the family gathers for Grandma’s birthday, they spend the day at the local K-9 Karnival. Cousins Dennis and Mellie get their faces painted, learn how to give a dog a bath, and march in a parade. At home, they write informative essays about the day. Two full mentor essays included. With the homework done, it’s time for Grandma’s birthday party! This is Book 4 in The Read and Write Series, that feature these cousins, their pets and great essays.
Other Books in THE READ AND WRITE SERIES
I WANT A DOG: My Opinion Essay, Book 1
I WANT A CAT: My Opinion Essay, Book 2
MY CRAZY DOG: My Narrative Essay, Book 3
Children’s book author Darcy Pattison writes award-winning of about forty fiction and non-fiction books for children. Her works have received starred PW, Kirkus, and BCCB reviews. Awards include the Irma Black Honor award, three NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books, Junior Library Guild selection, and NCTE Notable Children’s Book in Language Arts. She’s the 2007 recipient of the Arkansas Governor’s Arts Award for Individual Artist for her work in children’s literature. Her stories have been translated into nine languages. Her careful research and strong writing make true events come alive for kids.