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Pet Peeves

by Sarah Willson
illustrated by John Nez

Economics/Free Enterprise

Dennis has a great idea for making money. But it won't work unless he can get his bossy big brother to help out. That's no easy job!

Price (USA): $5.95

“This book tells a story that correlates directly to social-studies themes that can be found in most primary-grade curriculums. Bright, colorful, cartoon illustrations accompany text that is suitable for students who are reading fluently. Helpful text boxes provide definitions or explanations of some of the relevant vocabulary.”
—A.L.A.  School Library Journal

“Each book [in this series] tells a story that correlates directly to a social-studies theme that can be found in most primary-grade curriculums. . . . The children in Pet Peeves learn to work together and run a business that makes money (economics and free enterprise). Bright, colorful, cartoon illustrations accompany the text . . .  Helpful text boxes provide definitions or explanations of some of the relevant vocabulary. Activities for independent play or for the classroom are included.”
—School Library Journal

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