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Arthur's Pet Business
Arthur, an ambitious aardvark, decides he wants to earn his own money and sets up a pet-sitting business in his neighborhood. He imagines it as a straightforward way to make some cash, but quickly discovers that managing a variety of animals is much harder than he anticipated. His entrepreneurial dreams are immediately tested as he takes on clients and their pets, each with their own set of quirks and demands. Throughout his adventures, Arthur learns valuable lessons about responsibility and the practicalities of caretaking. He encounters humorous and chaotic situations as he tries to keep all the pets happy and safe, often finding himself overwhelmed by the sheer number of tasks and unexpected problems. Supported by his friends, like Buster, Arthur must figure out how to solve issues, manage his time, and ultimately understand the true commitment involved in looking after others. The story is compelling because it realistically portrays a child's earnest attempt at independence and entrepreneurship, highlighting the humor, challenges, and eventual rewards of facing responsibility head-on.
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Tomes & Tales
$1.95
1 copy
Publisher
Scholastic
Pages
32
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780590067706
ISBN-10
0590067702
Language
English
Published
1990-01-01
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