"Nine Q&As on hamsters answer elementary inquiries about care, behavior, and training. Engaging questions and research-based answers satisfy young animal lovers' curiosity about furry little pet rodents. A Stay Curious! feature encourages further learning and models media literacy skills. Includes simple infographics, glossary and index"--

Provides instructions for choosing, feeding, grooming, and breeding hamsters.

"Developed by literacy experts in partnership with educators for students in PreK through grade two, this book introduces beginning readers to pet hamsters through simple, predictable text and related photos"--Provided by publisher"--

Describes the physical characteristics and habits of hamsters and gerbils and tells how to care for them as pets.

Presents simple information about hamsters and choosing one as a pet.

Introduces pet care for hamsters, including such topics as feeding, grooming, playing, and health.

Prospective hamster owners will learn how to maintain a healthy environment for their pet and learn about overall costs of food, water, bedding, and other items their new pet will need.