Mercy Watson to the Rescue
by Kate DiCamillo
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to have a pet pig? Well, meet Mercy Watson, the beloved pet of Mr. & Mrs. Watson, who is always getting herself and everyone around her into trouble. In fact, there are six Mercy Watson books describing Mercy’s many adventures, and you’ll meet many other very silly characters along the way. In this first story, Mercy must seek out help to rescue her owners from a dangerous predicament. And you’ll love reading about everything that happens to her along the way!
This series is recommended for anyone who enjoys a funny story with interesting characters, and particularly for readers who are just crossing over to chapter books from picture books. The audiobook versions of this book series are fantastic – you can even listen to the audiobook while you follow along in the print book and enjoy the vivid illustrations. Appropriate and enjoyable for all ages!

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