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When Ben leaves Sharkman--a toy he cannot sleep without--in his classroom, the seven class pets decide they must return it. Traveling in "the Woof-O-Matic," a vehicle invented by the Class Pet Squad's genius mice, the critters overcome a series of challenges along their journey. Mild danger, cheesy humor, and bold three-color illustrations somewhat bolster the rather boring, neatly resolved tale.