The Appletree Animal Agency is the first book in a charming new series by Katya Balen & Gill Smith. Perfect for fans of Holly Webb, young animal lovers will be completely captivated by the joy of pet ownership and the passion of the characters to look after animals in need. I know the girls in my Brownie unit will love this story. We’re planning some animal-themed evenings soon and I’ll be sure to share it with them then.
Mattie Robins loves animals. It seems like everyone in her class has a pet but her. She pretends the animals she can see from her treehouse are her own. Quilla the hedgehog, Bertie the bat and Marmalade the fox make her so happy but what she really wants is a puppy. Mattie makes a wish on a shooting star and starts volunteering at Dr Joseph’s vet surgery to try to make her dreams come true. She and her friends join together to form a club with the aim of helping all the animals find a good home.
Katya Balen’s writing is so honest and full of feeling, completely embracing the reader. She creates heart-warming relationships between children and families that will encourage readers to be caring and respectful. There is something so lovely about children forming a club full of teamwork and a common purpose. Young readers will come away from this story inspired to make a difference in their world.
Thank you to Walker Books and NetGalleyUK for an early copy of this lovely book!
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