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Everyone in Pete's family is either moving or adjusting to a move. Change brings challenges, not least of which are the family's nosey new neighbors. Everyone says what they think, but are they right? Things are not always as they seem- and who is the mysterious little visitor who changes everything? A humorous chapter book with a multigenerational theme for seven to ten year olds.The book touches...on making snap judgements based on appearances, and on learning to keep an open mind...
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Everyone in Pete's family is either moving or adjusting to a move. Change brings challenges, not least of which are the family's nosey new neighbors. Everyone says what they think, but are they right? Things are not always as they seem- and who is the mysterious little visitor who changes everything? A humorous chapter book with a multigenerational theme for seven to ten year olds.The book touches...on making snap judgements based on appearances, and on learning to keep an open mind and heart. Above all this is a beautifully written heart-warming tale that will appeal to children and adults alike as they discover Pete's secret. -Magdalena Ball, writer & editor, www.compulsivereader.comWith sensitive and humorous prose, J.R. Poulter tells a story of family life, love, and acceptance with beautiful illustrations by Linda Gunn...Perfect for young readers, this book speaks of a boy and his grandpa, a mother defending her son from gossip, and the surprise of love at any age. -Janice Phelps Williams, author, illustrator www.janicephelps.comThis large formate illustrated story is enjoyable and entertaining. (It is) well written. -LD, Reading Time, page 21, No. 4 November 2012