Kipper’s New Pet - Author Mick Inkpen

When Kipper’s friend Pig wishes for a pet on his birthday, Kipper finds the perfect gift—a tiny, adorable hamster named Roly. But as Kipper spends time with his new companion, something unexpected happens: he completely falls in love with little Roly. So much so, that he misses Pig’s birthday party... and starts to wonder if he can really give his new friend away.

Full of heart and gentle humor, Kipper’s New Pet explores friendship, attachment and the difficult choices little ones sometimes face when it comes to sharing and letting go. With Mick Inkpen’s, beloved illustrations and simple language, it’s a timeless story that resonates with early readers.

Why we — and schools — like it:

• Relatable themes – Gently introduces ideas of empathy, generosity and emotional attachment.
• Engaging for new readers – Repetitive sentence structures and familiar vocabulary support reading fluency.
• Loved character – Kipper is a classic and recognizable character that children easily connect with.

Also in the Kipper series (available at Contigo Idiomas):

• Kipper
• Kipper’s Snowy Day
• Kipper’s Monster