Book description
An irresistible picture book about a boy and his classmates who long for a class pet, but discover the joys and rewards of nurturing a class plant.
Room 107 has a cockatiel. Room 108 has a chinchilla. Even the Art Room has a bearded dragon. But in Room 109, Arlo's…
Why read it?
1 author picked The World's Best Class Plant as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This book is complete picture book perfection. It’s got a classroom of kids, a seemingly unremarkable plant named Jerry, a patient teacher who’s smarter than he seems, frustration, problem-solving, creativity, love, growth, humor, and the absolutely most unexpected but perfect ending a picture book could ever hope for. And, it is exceedingly well-written.
I’m a hard sell when it comes to picture books making me laugh, but this one got me. And, it’s charming as heck. So charming. You’ll never look at a houseplant the same after reading this story.
Trust me: You need this book! And so do…
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A satisfying story of rediscovering friendship after time spent apart.
For many years, Hazel and Mabel were inseparable. The two friends made up stories, spent the night together, and shared their snacks. Then, Mabel moved away. As time passes, Hazel and Mabel think of each other often, but they also…
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