The Infamous Ratsos: Project Fluffy
“As with the previous entries, the characters act as stand-ins for young readers navigating real-world situations, this time concentrating on friendship, loyalty, and responsibility.” — The Horn Book
In the third adventure of the Ratso brothers, Louie Ratso can’t believe it when the most popular kid in school, Chuck Wood, asks him for help. Chuck likes Louie Ratso’s friend Fluffy, and he wants Louie to help him get Fluffy’s attention. As for Ralphie Ratso, he can’t believe his brother is spending all his time with Chuck. Meanwhile, as Louie and Chuck attempt to get Fluffy’s attention, she only has eyes for her garden. It’s a good thing Big Lou has some advice about wanting someone to like you!
Creators
Kara LaReau is the author of numerous picture books, as well as the middle-grade series The Unintentional Adventures of the Bland Sisters. She lives in Providence, Rhode Island.
Matt Myers is the illustrator of E-I-E-I-O: How Old MacDonald Got His Farm with a Little Help from a Hen by Judy Sierra, and Pirate’s Perfect Pet by Beth Ferry, as well as many other books for young readers. Matt Myers lives in Charlotte, North Carolina.