Can We Get a Rhinoceros?

This title was previously available on NetGalley and is now archived.
Buy on Amazon Buy on Waterstones
*This page contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you.
Send NetGalley books directly to your Kindle or Kindle app

1
To read on a Kindle or Kindle app, please add kindle@netgalley.com as an approved email address to receive files in your Amazon account. Click here for step-by-step instructions.
2
Also find your Kindle email address within your Amazon account, and enter it here.
Pub Date 4 Jan 2024 | Archive Date 10 Jan 2024

Talking about this book? Use #CanWeGetaRhinoceros #NetGalley. More hashtag tips!


Description

A young boy is eager to have a pet. But not just any pet will do. He wants a RHINOCEROS.

Mom has questions in the hopes of making her son realize what a far-fetched idea it is to have such a large beast to take care of:

Where would you keep it?
Where would you keep its food? And
How would you get rid of all the poo he poops?

Then, if not a rhinoceros, how about a whale? a tiger? Or even a blue-footed booby? Mom finally makes a suggestion for a more suitable pet. What could it possibly be?

A young boy is eager to have a pet. But not just any pet will do. He wants a RHINOCEROS.

Mom has questions in the hopes of making her son realize what a far-fetched idea it is to have such a large...


Available Editions

ISBN 9781620239247
PRICE

Available on NetGalley

NetGalley Shelf App (PDF)
Download (PDF)

Average rating from 12 members


Featured Reviews

A cute children's book that takes readers on a whimsical journey through a young boy's wild imagination. Filled with humor and charming illustrations, the story follows the boy's quest for an unconventional pet, from a rhinoceros to a whale and even a blue-footed booby. As his mom raises practical questions about the challenges of caring for such creatures, the story unfolds with heartwarming moments and a surprising twist. The book not only sparks laughter but also imparts a valuable lesson about the importance of practicality and compromise.

Was this review helpful?

Hold onto your hats, folks, because Can We Get a Rhinoceros? is a wild ride into the hilarious world of a kid with some seriously grand pet aspirations! This book is a riot from start to finish, as the young adventurer dreams up the most outrageous animal companions, from rhinos to whales and blue-footed boobies (yep, you read that right!). I mean, who wouldn't want a rhinoceros as a pet, right? The mom's practical questions add an extra layer of hilarity, and just when you think you've got it all figured out, BAM—plot twist! This is not your average bedtime story; it's a giggle-inducing, imagination-expanding masterpiece. So, why should you read it? Because every kid (and kid-at-heart) needs a dose of the absurdly awesome in their lives. Grab a copy and get ready for a pet-tastic adventure! 🦏🌈 #RhinocerosDreams #PetGoalsUnleashed

Was this review helpful?

I laughed out loud when I saw this title, and the book did not disappoint. This little boy is so good at arguing for a pet hippopotamus, although I kind of wondered if he was playing the long game and actually wanted his mom to realize how reasonable it would be to get a dog compared to a hippo
The characters are loveable, the illustrations are simple and bright, and there is solid information about animals.
Thanks so much to NetGalley for letting me read this

Was this review helpful?

A young boy was eager to get a pet not just any pet but a rhinoceros. He tried convincing his mother for the same but to no favor. He then asked for other animals for pet but all good for nothing,
There were lot more discussions on where to keep either of said pets and how to feed them, etc.
At last his mother get him an animal which suited best for him. To know which pet finally chosen by his mother go for this entertaining child fiction with amazing illustrations by Nana Melkadze. Also, at last a good brief intro on all discussed animals for the children considering their targeted reader who read to know about those animals also.

Was this review helpful?

What a fun book with fabulous illustrations about a boy who wants a rhinoceros for a pet, but his mother says, "NO!" He suggests other wild animals instead, each time hearing his mother's strong reasons why not. At the end, they make a compromise in this charming book that will make both kids and adults guffaw. A gem!

Was this review helpful?

This is a cute story about a boy who wants a rhinoceros. His mother tells him no. So the boy suggests other animals, although he really wants a rhinoceros. His mom gives him lots of reasons why he can't have a rhinoceros. She suggests another animal instead. The illustrations are funny and animated. I definitely recommend this book.

Was this review helpful?

Thank you to the author, Atlantic Publishing Group, Inc. and NetGalley, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This children's book is perfect for learning about discussion and compromise, and the overlap between imagination and practicality. The premise is very funny, and led us down a rabbit hole to find out more about rhinoceroses - very interesting and illuminating all-round as to why they don't make good pets - and both the kids and I enjoyed the humor and the illustrations. Highly recommend!

Was this review helpful?

Readers who liked this book also liked: