Cover of When Life Gives You O.J.

When Life Gives You O.J.

Zelly Fried wants a dog more than anything, so at the urging of her grandfather, during the summer before sixth grade she takes care of a "practice dog" made out of an orange juice jug to show her parents that she is ready for the responsibility, even though she is sometimes not entirely sure about the idea.

Setting
2010sUSAVermont
Audience
childrensmiddle gradeyoung adultpicture books
Length
medium · 208 pages

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