Chapter 4: My Brother the Bird

What would you have done differently to prevent Fudge's accident?

Chapter 3: The Family Dog

What would your life be like if you could just eat your favorite foods all the time?

Chapter 2: Mr. and Mrs. Juicy-O

How do you think Peter's parents felt about the assumptions that the Yarby's were making towards their children?  What could the Yarby's have done differently and why?

Chapter 2: Mr. and Mrs. Juicy-O

When Mr. and Mrs. Yarby spent the night, Peter got to eat dinner with the adults. He said, "Being nine had its advantages!"  What kind of advantages do you have at your age?

Chapter 1: The Big Winner

In this chapter, Peter wins a turtle at the birthday party. When he gets home, his mother isn't thrilled about the new pet. Describe an experience you have had that is similar to Peter's. Have you ever brought something home that your parents were not particularly fond of? Can you identify with how Peter is probably feeling?  Share your experience.