Mercy is a pig that lives with Mr. and Mrs. Watson. He is so loved by the Watsons that they sing him to sleep (yes, he sleeps in a bed). And if he gets scared, he climbs in with Mr. and Mrs. Watson in their bed (which eventually causes problems). They even fix his favorite food for him, buttered toast. In this first book of the series, he apparently "rescues" the Watsons when their bed falls through the ceiling because there was too much weight on the bed (Mercy was snuggling up with Mr. and Mrs. Watson). When in fact he is causing problems at the next door neighbor's house, the Lincoln sisters. They are the ones that call the fire department.....Mr. and Mrs. Watson are saved, thanks to Mercy?
This book is a beginning chapter book that is enjoyed by students ages 6-9. Even reluctant, older readers would enjoy this colorful, humorous book. It has 12 chapters but is an easy read especially with the supportive illustrations by Chris Van Dusen. As of last check, there are 5 books in the series. Visit amazon.com to read more about the series! http://www.amazon.com/Mercy-Watson-Rescue-Kate-DiCamillo/dp/0763645044/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1266259569&sr=1-1
I love series books because if they can hook the reader initially, it's got them for the long haul! Easy chapter books for young readers make them feel very "grown up." I like that, because it's about a pig, it doesn't scream "girl book" or "boy book" but appeals to both!
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