Books like Junie B. Jones Smells Something Fishy (Junie B. Jones #12) by Barbara Park
Junie B. Jones is excited for school’s upcoming pet day, but her pets—just a few quirky household items—are forbidden. With her parents unwilling to buy her a new dog, Junie must brainstorm options and consider whether a jar of ants, a wiggly worm, or something even more extraordinary might be the answer. Tensions rise as the day approaches, and Junie’s determination to find a suitable pet keeps readers on their toes.
First publish date: 1998
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Barbara Park
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