hamsters as pets

When summer arrives, Humphrey, the pet hamster of Longfellow School's room 26, is surprised and pleased to learn that he will be going to Camp Happy Hollow.

When Humphrey the hamster returns to Mrs. Brisbane's class after the winter break, a new class pet and some other surprises give him an opportunity to reflect on the meaning of friendship.

After Marion loses the class hamster, a mysterious letter shows up in her locker, filled with clues that lead her on a scavenger hunt.

Text and color illustrations explore pet hamsters, including their characteristics, habitat, and eating customs.

Text and photographs look at the behavior of hamsters and what they do when their owners are not around.

"Features 20 easy projects for creating toys and exercise equipment for a hamster (and guinea pigs, small rabbits, gerbils, and pet rats and mice, too). The projects use materials and tools commonly found around the home. Treats may also be used and the book includes a list of those that are safe and not safe for a hamster"--Amazon.com.

Text and color illustrations explore pet hamsters, including their characteristics, habitat, and eating customs.

Explains what hamsters need and how to care for a pet hamster.

Finally! It s Marion s turn to take care of Teddy, the class pet hamster! As a member of The Critter Club, Marion is used to being around animals, but she s excited to bring one home. The problem is, after one night in her house, Teddy goes missing! The next day, Marion finds a mysterious letter in her locker with clues that lead her on a scavenger hunt. Does someone know where Teddy is? And who is that someone?.

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