Families who loved Frankie Sparks and the Class Pet by Megan Frazier Blakemore often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is facing a collaborative challenge or feels frustrated by a project that is not going their way. It is a perfect choice for the young tinkerer who needs to see that big ideas require planning, research, and a bit of compromise with friends. The story follows Frankie Sparks, an aspiring inventor who is determined to prove that a rat is the best possible choice for a class pet. As Frankie navigates a classroom debate and the technical challenge of building a high-quality habitat, the book explores themes of logical persuasion, teamwork, and the scientific method. It is highly appropriate for children aged 6 to 9 who are transitioning into longer chapter books. Parents will appreciate how it models healthy debate and the importance of looking at facts rather than just following feelings, all while celebrating a young girl's passion for STEM.
