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Description
Every time that Baxter Badger returns from hunting for food at night, he finds his burrow occupied by other animals.
Quick Summary
Baxter Badger's Home is a short, funny story about a badger who keeps coming home to find other animals hanging out in his burrow, and it's perfect for kids in 4th-8th grade who are reading at about a third-grade level. The premise is relatable and silly what would you do if someone kept crashing at your place? and the humor comes from how Baxter deals with these uninvited guests night after night. At just over 500 words, this is a quick read that won't intimidate reluctant readers, but it's got enough personality that kids who love a good animal story will get a kick out of it too. Parents should know it's wholesome and mostly lighthearted, though there are a few mild moments when Baxter is out hunting in the dark that might feel slightly intense for the most sensitive little ones. If you enjoy animal characters with a touch of mischief, this reminds me a lot of the gentle humor you'd find in books like "The Mouse and the Motorcycle" by Beverly Cleary.