Tarantula in My Purse

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From bestselling nature writer and Newbery Medal winner Jean Craighead George comes an autobiographical story about how wild it can be living in a house full of animal fans.

Imagine living with a skunk in your closet, a bat in your refrigerator, and a tarantula in your purse!

In this hilarious autobiographical account, Newbery Medalwinning author and acclaimed naturalist Jean Craighead George describes her adventures in a house full of wildlife enthusiastsand the amazing animals themselves.

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"A one of-a-kind lesson in living with nature. Endearingly told." -- Publishers Weekly

"Narrated with humor and warmth." -- Kirkus Reviews

"These brief, amusing vignettes make wonderful read-alouds to share with the whole family." -- School Library Journal

Author Bio

Richard Cowdrey's favorite things to draw and paint are the things that reflect the awesomeness of God and his creation. From vast landscapes to the littlest bug on a leaf, Richard marvels at the beauty in the details. Richard's bestselling children's books include Fiona the Hippo, Legend of the Candy Cane, Bad Dog, Marley and A Very Marley Christmas.