Gilbert Goldfish Wants a Pet by Kelly DiPucchio - ESSENTIAL

DiPucchio, Kelly Gilbert Goldfish Wants a Pet illustrated by Bob Shea 32 pg. Dial Books for Young Readers, 2011. PICTURE BOOK. $16.99. Despite the fact that Gilbert the Goldfish has everything a fish could want--a magnificent castle, a bountiful treasure chest, and delicious flakes that fall from the sky each day for breakfast--he finds himself wanting a pet more than anything in the world. Enter his potential pets...a dog? A mouse? A fly? What about the one with the long tail and wiry whiskers?? This story will delight and fright your young readers. The end has a comical and surprising twist that will keep readers on the edge of their seats! DiPucchio's use of language and Shea's bold, bright illustrations make this a perfect read aloud. EL-ESSENTIAL. Whitney, Library-Teacher.