Dona Herweck Rice 
Oh, Rats! [PDF ebook] 

In this picture book, a young rat describes the things that make her family special. From mom’s smarts to grandpa’s looks, early readers will love this funny story as they learn about irony as a literary device. They’ll also learn to appreciate what makes them unique and what makes a family special. With pre-reading questions, this book is ideal for guided reading and builds early literacy skills.