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1) Gerbils
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English
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Discusses choosing and caring for pet gerbils, including information about their physical characteristics, behaviors, and health requirements.
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Who doesn't wish to share his or her home with a cage full of Furry Mongolian Friends" aka gerbils!? Author Susan Anastasi certain does! She describes these irresistible critters as quiet, clean, friendly, curious, active, and easy-to-please." In deciding whether the gerbil is for you, Anastasi offers this advice: If you are looking for a seemingly limitless cache of cuteness from their long, fanning whiskers and large almond-shaped eyes to heir bunnylike...
5) Hamsters
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Grolier Educational
Pub. Date
1997.
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English
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Describes the distinctive physical characteristics, natural habitat, diet, types, and domestic care required of these animals sometimes used as pets.
6) Gerbils
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In Gerbils, early readers will learn all about the responsibilities of having a gerbil and find out how they can keep their pet healthy and happy. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they discover what it takes to be a pet owner.
A labeled diagram helps readers understand what a gerbil needs, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about pet gerbils online using...
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A+, Smart Apple Media
Pub. Date
2013.
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English
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"Describes behavioral characteristics of wild and domestic gerbils and hamsters. Explains the difference between the two kinds of rodents, including physical and behavioral differences. Helps readers decide if a pet gerbil or hamster is right for them, and gives suggestions on caring for a pet rodent"--
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"You've got to know where you stand to survive sixth grade, and Nate Wright's found the perfect spot: right next to Sherman, the class gerbil. Can Nate's furry friend bail him out of his latest homework jam with Mrs. Godfrey? Or will there be a paper trail leading straight to detention?"--Provided by publisher.
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"When seventh grader Nicholas V. Landrew, his beloved pet gerbil Henrietta, and a package of ground beef are beamed aboard an alien space ship, they soon find themselves on the run in a madcap chase across the universe. Now all Nicholas wants to do is get back home before his parents find out and ground him forever, but with the Universal Police hot on his trail, that won't be easy. Before it's all over, Henrietta will find herself safely ensconced...
12) Too-small Tyson
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"As the smallest of five brothers, Tyson is used to being left out; but when the family's pet gerbil, Swish, escapes, Tyson's creative thinking and mathematical skills save the day."--
13) Your pet gerbil
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Children's Press
Language
English
Description
Suggests what to consider when selecting a gerbil for a pet and explains what it needs by way of housing, food, health care, and activities.
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