A charming family-oriented story that deals with handling emotions, with disappointment, problem solving, as well as accepting responsibilities associated with having and caring for pets. It includes relationships with handicapped friends and there are opportunities for children to think about what they are reading and express their thoughts throughout.

A charming family-oriented story that deals with handling emotions--disappointment, surprises, problem solving, understanding and accepting responsibilities associated with having and caring for a pet. Relationships with handicapped friends are also included. Interactive sheets are provided to give children the opportunity to think, discuss and express their feelings in writing thus providing skill development in those areas. A great book for use in classroom or at home with adult guidance.

Ziggy creates problems and disturbances similar to what some teachers experience in classrooms today. With patience and cooperation between the home, teacher and school administration, Ziggy became a turnaround "model" student who won the admiration of all. This is an amusing story which teaches problem solving and team work. Children will enjoy reading this and it will motivate them. It also teaches that good behavior is recognized and rewarded.