The Imaginary Veterinary: The Griffin's Riddle

The Imaginary Veterinary: The Griffin's Riddle

by Dan Santat (Author), SuzanneSelfors (Author)

Synopsis

Ten-year-olds Ben Silverstein and Pearl Petal have had quite a busy summer in the typically quiet town of Buttonville. Ever since Dr. Woo opened her doors, things have been more exciting than the senior center on pudding day! Together, Ben and Pearl have encountered all sorts of magical beasts -- from a sasquatch, to a lake monster, to a leprechaun, to a dragon, to a unicorn.


In The Griffin's Riddle, when Ben and Pearl discover that Dr. Woo and the sasquatch are both sick with Troll Tonsillitis, the two must travel to the Imaginary World in search of the only cure -- a griffin's feather. But can they convince the King of Creatures to surrender one? And at what cost?


Suzanne Selfors delivers a wild journey filled with mythical creatures and zany adventures that are anything but imaginary.


This book includes bonus writing, art, and science activities that will help readers discover more about the mythological creatures featured in The Griffin's Riddle. These activities are designed for the home and the classroom. Enjoy doing them on your own or with friends!

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More Information

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 224
Publisher: Little, Brown Young Readers US
Published: 26 Feb 2015

ISBN 10: 0316286907
ISBN 13: 9780316286909
Children’s book age: 9-11 Years
Book Overview: The adventure continues in Book 5 of the captivating and hilarious chapter book series from beloved middle grade author Suzanne Selfors and acclaimed illustrator Dan Santat.

Media Reviews
* Hijinks-filled...Readers will be anxious for future adventures in the Imaginary Veterinary series. Library Media Connection (starred review)
Praise for the Imaginary Veterinary series The best books are those in which imaginary creatures leap off the page and into our world -- just one of the reasons why this book is a ton of fun. I can't wait for more adventures! Wendy Mass, New York Times bestselling author of The Candymakers
An entertaining story that will pique readers' interest from the first dragon sighting....Santat's characteristically dynamic illustrations complement a story that will have readers eager for the next book in the Imaginary Veterinary series. Publishers Weekly
A solid, entertaining opener. Ben and Pearl are Everykids that readers will relate to, and the adults of Buttonville are often delightfully weird and clueless....More hijinks-filled adventure than mystery, this is sure to win an audience. Kirkus Reviews
Funny, touching, and sure to please, this title is full of charm. Kids will relate to Ben and his troubles, root for the amazing animals, and enjoy Santat's zany illustrations. School Library Journal
The story is imaginative, fast paced, and absorbing...A fun ride. School Library Journal
Author Bio

Suzanne Selfors (Author)
Best-selling author, Suzanne Selfors, feels like a royal on some days and a rebel on others. She's written many books for kids, including the Smells Like Dog series and The Imaginary Veterinary series.
She has two charming children and lives on a magical island kingdom where she hopes it is her destiny to write stories forever after.

Dan Santat (Author)
Dan Santat is the Caldecott Medal-winning and New York Times bestselling author and illustrator of The Adventures of Beekle: The Unimaginary Friend, as well as the illustrator of many other picture books, including Crankenstein by Samantha Berger. Dan lives in Southern California with his wife, two kids, and various pets.