Award Winning Book Bongo Learns His Lessons Now Available at Barnes and Noble

 


When Shannon's relatives take a trip, they leave their parrot, Bongo, in her care. She soon learns that Bongo squawks mean words. Nana Weathers, Boomer, Chloe, and Shannon involve Bongo in their musical activities to encourage better behavior. Meanwhile, the group learns that another basketball player is bullying Robbie on the court. How will the group help him? And can they help Bongo leave bullying behind?


Bongo Learns His Lessons by Christine Isley Farmer

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