Written by Theo Heras
Illustrated by Alice Carter
Pajama Press
978-1-77278-080-2
24 pp.
Ages 3-6
June 2019
Getting a new pet is a great responsibility and I am delighted that this bright child takes that responsibility seriously now that Patch has joined their household. Patch, obviously so named for her intriguing dark spot around her left eye, is a clever puppy who has already learned the commands to sit, stay down, come, roll over and stay. But she is young and occasionally distracted. Still the little girl knows it's a big day because today Patch will be taken outside the fence for a walk.
The two friends go for a walk and, though Patch explores and plays with Benny's puppy Smallfry, she always comes when called. It becomes evident that the puppy has learned a lot, just as her girl has, knowing to be cautious of other dogs, giving the puppy love, water, a bed, treats and all the things that are right for a young dog.From My Puppy Patch, illustrations by Alice Carter, text by Theo Heras |
From My Puppy Patch, illustrations by Alice Carter, text by Theo Heras |
From My Puppy Patch, illustrations by Alice Carter, text by Theo Heras |
Lovely story! My daughter keeps asking me for a pet so maybe we'll read this book first :)
ReplyDeleteYou might also consider "Our New Kittens" from Theo Heras and Alice Carter (Pajama Press) if you want a discussion about caring for cats and "Sapphire the Great and the Meaning of Life" by Beverley Brenna (also Pajama Press) for a different take on hamster adoption.
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