Let's Take Care Of Our New Leopard Gecko( Series - Let's Take Care Of )

(back cover)
Mark and Emma have a wonderful new petA[a¬aan alert little leopard gecko that they name Spotty! The gecko fascinates the children as they watch him inspecting his new home. They discover that adopting a new pet is both a fun experience and a responsibility. In addition to SpottyA[a¬a[s delightful story, readers will find suggestions for activities with their own pet geckos, and advice from a veterinarian on keeping geckos healthy and contented.

Titles in the" Let's Take Care of ..." color-illustrated series introduce younger boys and girls to the fun and responsibility of pet ownership. Each book tells the story of a boy and girl who get a pet and learn how to care for it. These charming books emphasize that acquiring a pet is an exciting adventure for children, and it often makes little difference whether the new pet is as tiny as a frog or as large as a hound. Kids who read these books will share the excitement of the stories' children as an introduction to getting a pet of their own. A" Guidelines" section supplements each story with advice and information on pet care that is geared to children's capabilities. Parents and kids will want to read that section together.