Snakes Are Nothing to Sneeze At Author:Gabrielle Charbonnet, Abby Carter (Illustrator) Annabel's father is allergic to any animal with fur, hair , or feathers. It's a most unfortunate situation for Annabel, who desperately wants a pet; the solution seems to be Wilfred, a green grass snake who isn't slimy, is quite friendly, and who doesn't mind being held or wearing a pink satin ribbon. — Annabel is a cheery, ... more »cheeky, independent young lady with enough chutzpah to stick out her tongue at a rather puffed-up Persian cat owner who also happens to be in the vet's office. A minor conflict develops between Annabel and her friend Charlotte, who doesn't like snakes. This is reconciled at the end in a delightfully funny game of truth or dare.
Scientific information about snakes is presented accurately as Annabel researches snakes in her encyclopedia and library books. Grades 2-5.« less