{"product_id":"tom-gates-pesky-pets-and-parties-the-brand-new-laugh-out-loud-tom-gates-s","title":"Scholastic Tom Gates: Pesky Pets and Parties by Liz Pichon | Hardcover | Ages 9-12","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eDive into the hilarious world of Tom Gates with \u003cem\u003ePesky Pets and Parties\u003c\/em\u003e, the brand new, laugh-out-loud story from multi-million copy bestselling author and illustrator Liz Pichon. Written in an engaging diary format, this book is stuffed full of doodles, stories, and creative fun, making it perfect for building reading confidence in young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFeatures LOADS of doodles on every page, ensuring high visual engagement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eWritten in the popular diary format, making stories relatable and fun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eFollows Tom as DogZombies prepare for the big end-of-term party while facing the challenge of a rival band.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eExplores funny situations involving pesky pets, parties, and questionable costume choices (like dressing as a dolphin with a blue face).\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePerfect for reading for pleasure and loved by kids who enjoy humor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eThe Tom Gates series has won accolades including the Roald Dahl Funny Prize and a Scottish BAFTA for Entertainment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong\u003eStory Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNorman has announced that DogZombies have a new song and look for the end-of-term party, but they don't! Tom must figure out how they can compete against Oakfield Manor school. Readers will also follow Tom's adventures trying to make it to Leroy's party and questioning if Mum and Dad should ever do a fun run again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n    \u003cul\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor\/Illustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liz Pichon\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e English\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrint Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReading Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 - 12 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 156 x 28 x 194mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 384 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/strong\u003e 978-0702313448\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 9, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n    \u003cp\u003eThis hilarious, extra-special story from Liz Pichon is an ideal gift for boys and girls who love to laugh themselves silly while exploring themes of self-esteem and social challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"by Liz Pichon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57640051179902,"sku":"0702313440","price":9.91,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0574\/3919\/1207\/files\/81-k4ID4ZPL_b0dfcb8e-7af5-4d9d-9752-6f65fe3ed105.jpg?v=1783101024","url":"https:\/\/www.yachew.com\/products\/tom-gates-pesky-pets-and-parties-the-brand-new-laugh-out-loud-tom-gates-s","provider":"Yachew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}