Books like Guinea Pigs Don't Talk by Laurie Myers
When Lisa arrives at a new school, she quickly finds herself at odds with a domineering classmate. Their rivalry turns into a series of mischievous tricks, centered on the class guinea pigs that everyone loves. The conflict tests their friendship and shows how humor and mischief can both distract and bring young students together during the challenges of a new environment.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Children's Fiction/Early Readers
Authors: Laurie Myers
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