"I love eagles and beagles! How do I explain?" I can't get them out of my little kid brain. "I want my own eagle to raise from a chick. Or a beagle that loves when I teach him a trick."

A little boy dreams and dreams of having a pet of his own. He surprises his mom and dad by asking for an eagle!! Or a beagle!! What will their answer be? Will this little boy show them that he's ready to care for and eagle or a beagle?

This entertaining rhyming story, by Kathryn Lentz, will keep your child engaged while waiting to discover if the answer is yes or no to an eagle or a beagle.

Ten eagle/beagle facts, found in the back, will further educate young readers about these special and interesting animals. I Want an Eagle or a Beagle is a rewarding read for ages 4-8. Kathryn Lentz is also the author of Gramps the Awesome Otter, Millie the Marvelous Mini, Max With One Ear Up and One Ear Down and Sage the Very Smart Bear.