Charles and Lizzie Peterson are very good with puppies. They want one of their own, but their mom isn't ready for them to have one full time. For now, they help take care of puppies that need to find a new home. They are a foster family for young dogs. <P>The Peterson kids hear about Snowball. Someone left the fluffy puppy all alone at a gas station in a tattered, old box. Snowball is sick and hungry. He needs a family of his own. Can Charles and Lizzy find one that is just right?<P><br><br><b>Author:</b> Ellen Miles<br><b>Publisher:</b> Scholastic Paperbacks<br><b>Published:</b> 09/01/2006<br><b>Pages:</b> 80<br><b>Binding Type:</b> Paperback<br><b>Weight:</b> 0.13lbs<br><b>Size:</b> 7.62h x 5.32w x 0.21d<br><b>ISBN:</b> 9780439793803<br><b>Audience:</b> Ages 9-12<br><br><b>Accelerated Reader:</b><br><b>Reading Level:</b> 3.9<br><b>Point Value:</b> 2<br><b>Interest Level:</b> Lower Grade<br><b>Quiz #/Name: </b>110004 / Snowball<br><br><p><b>About the Author</b><br>Ellen Miles loves dogs, which is why she has a great time writing Puppy Place books. And guess what? She loves cats, too! That's why she came up with a series called Kitty Corner. Ellen lives in Vermont and loves to be outdoors every day, walking, biking, skiing, or swimming, depending on the season. She also loves to read, cook, explore her beautiful state, play with dogs, and hang out with friends and family. Visit her website at EllenMiles.net.</p>