(Junie B. Jones Series #12)
Park, B. (1998). Junie b. jones smells something fishy. New York , NY
The problem… It’s almost pet day and Junie B. does not have a pet other than a dog or cat. The very outspoken Junie does not like that the only things allowed are pictures or caged pets.
This interesting character takes us through her quest to find a new pet before pet day. After several failed attempts to find a pet (earthworm, ants, and fish), she finally finds a solution in her own freezer. When it comes time to take a turn, she pulls out a fish stick. Hesitant at first, her teacher gives her the opportunity to explain why the fish stick is a pet. It is not until she answers a few of the teacher’s questions that they declare it a pet. Both the teacher and Junie are content at the end of the story.
Idioms (“easy as pie!”) and choice of words bring life to the character. Through her improper English, we are able to make connections to children Junie’s age. You can’t help but laugh at her ideas and actions.
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