Seaglass Summer

Eleven-year-old Poppy Ray longs to be a veterinarian, but she's never had a pet. This summer, she's going to spend a month with her uncle Sanjay, veterinarian and owner of the Furry Friends Animal Clinic on an island off the Washington coast.

Poppy is in for big surprises. She loves tending to the dogs, cats, and even a bird, and she discovers the fun of newborn puppies and the satisfaction of doing a good job. But she learns that there's more to caring for animals than the stethoscope and cotton swabs in her Deluxe Veterinarian First-Aid Kit. She's not prepared for quirky pet owners, gross stuff, or scary emergencies. With help from a boy named Hawk, a chunk of seaglass, and a touch of intuition, Poppy gains a deeper understanding of the pain and joy of working with animals.

With warmth and humor, Anjali Banerjee tells the story of a resourceful, determined girl who can't wait to grow up, but begins to realize just how much she has left to discover.

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EARLY PRAISE FOR SEAGLASS SUMMER:

SEAGLASS SUMMER is one of Scholastic's Teacher's Picks: 18 Road-Trip Reads:

“Sometimes amusing, sometimes gross, and always true to itself, this should find a wide readership” –Booklist

“This engaging and realistic tale is a top pick for reluctant readers and anyone with an interest in what veterinary care entails.” –Kirkus Reviews

"Another breezy fun read with just enough heartfelt moments that will make even us wizened adults shed a tear or two." – Smithsonian BookDragon

Published by Wendy Lamb Books, an imprint of Random House Children’s Books, a division of Random House, Inc., New York.

US $15.99
ISBN 0-385-73567-7

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