Evelyn Witch Gets a Pet

In this delightful picture book by New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry, young Evelyn Witch is eager to find the perfect pet to complete her witchy life. Faced with limited options, she brings home a simple mystery egg, which tests her patience and problem-solving skills. As Evelyn waits for her egg to hatch, she explores different magical solutions, even visiting the library for spells. This humorous and heartwarming story gently teaches children about the value of patience, managing expectations, and the joy of discovery, making it a wonderful read-aloud for ages 4-8, and a fun independent read for 7-11.

An adorable witch is anxious to get the perfect pet but learns to have patience when she brings home a mystery egg in this laugh-out-loud picture book from New York Times bestselling author Beth Ferry. Perfect for Halloween! Evelyn Witch has everything a witch needs. Messy hair, bubbling potions, and perfectly carved pumpkins. But there’s something missing... A pet! Perhaps she’ll get a bat or a griffin, or— Oh. She can only afford the mystery pet: a plain white egg. She watches and waits for it to hatch. Sniveling snails, something has to be done! Evelyn rolls up her sleeves and heads to the library, where they keep all the best spells. It’s time to get serious.