"With their small, fluffy bodies and gentle nature, hamsters are popular pets. Children who have hamsters or are making a plan to get one will learn key ideas about caring from them with this engaging title. The simple text is tactfully written for beginning readers. Hamster care concepts include what to feed them, their size, and how to pick out the perfect cage. Captivating full-color photographs of adorable hamsters and their behaviors will keep readers fascinated as they interpret the responsibilities of hamster ownership. In addition, a glossary allows beginning readers to build vital vocabulary skills. A further information section provides readers with additional reading opportunities and resources to learn about having hamsters as pets"-- Provided by publisher.