When Mr. Betts' eight different pets develop spots, he takes them to the vet. Dr. Potts' medicine cures the spots?but gives them stripes instead! This hilarious rhyming story rollicks along from one problem to the next as Dr. Potts finally cures Mr.Betts' wacky collection of pets. AGES: 3-7 AUTHOR: Rod Hull worked for nearly forty years as an entertainer, writing many children's books and performing around the globe on television, radio and the stage. He is best remembered for his act with his puppet Emu. Rod's family is delighted to have this book published in his memory. Miriam Latimer studied illustration at the University of the West of England. She now works as a full-time illustrator and combines this with workshops for primary school children. Miriam lives with her husband and two sons in Devon, England. She is a beloved Barefoot Books collaborator whose illustration credits include The Prince's Bedtime, The Prince's Breakfast and the popular Ruby series. SELLING POINTS: ? Humorous Text and Illustrations: Readers will love all the funny animals in Miriam Latimer's artwork, the perfect complement to Rod Hull's zany text ? Engaging, Rhyming Text: This cumulative story, with its snowballing lists and repeating refrains, fosters developing literacy and pattern recognition and will engage even reluctant readers ? Teaches Life Lessons: A fun take on problem solving, perseverance and caretaking
