Small Pets
Will be published approx. on 24. September 2026
Book
Hardback
40 pages
978-1-5344-4955-8 (ISBN)
Description
Say hello to many cute, cuddly, very small pets in this adorable picture book from Newbery Medal winner and author of the Henry and Mudge series, Cynthia Rylant.
In one happy neighborhood, there live many cute and cuddly pets of diminutive size. There are the parakeets, Zelda and Marty; rabbit parents Fluff and Puff with all their baby bunnies; two little mice named Tomato and Potato; and, last but not least, corgis Cookie, Biscuit, and Muffin!
Though each animal friend may be small, they're sure to get a big aww out of readers of all ages with their infectious charm.
In one happy neighborhood, there live many cute and cuddly pets of diminutive size. There are the parakeets, Zelda and Marty; rabbit parents Fluff and Puff with all their baby bunnies; two little mice named Tomato and Potato; and, last but not least, corgis Cookie, Biscuit, and Muffin!
Though each animal friend may be small, they're sure to get a big aww out of readers of all ages with their infectious charm.
Reviews / Votes
This sweet book has something for everyone: a focus on cute animals, a lulling cadence ideal for bedtime, and plenty of allure for burgeoning readers.... A winsome tale. -- Kirkus Reviews * June 15th, 2026 issue *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
Simon & Schuster
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Third Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 8 years
Product notice
Picture book
Illustrations
f-c jkt (uncoated; spot gloss UV, emboss on matte)+int. ill. (uncoated); digital
Dimensions
Height: 254 mm
Width: 203 mm
Thickness: 3 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-5344-4955-8 (9781534449558)
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Persons
Cynthia Rylant is the author of more than one hundred books for young people, including beloved series Henry and Mudge, Motor Mouse, and Mr. Putter & Tabby series. Her novel Missing May received the Newbery Medal. She lives in Oregon.
Benson Shum is an award-winning children's book author and illustrator whose books for young readers include Anzu the Great Kaiju, Little Seed, and Small Pets. Benson is also an animation supervisor at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Benson now lives in sunny southern California. Connect with him online at BensonShum.com.
Benson Shum is an award-winning children's book author and illustrator whose books for young readers include Anzu the Great Kaiju, Little Seed, and Small Pets. Benson is also an animation supervisor at Walt Disney Animation Studios. Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Benson now lives in sunny southern California. Connect with him online at BensonShum.com.