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Hello, Puppy!

by Jane Cowen-Fletcher
32p. 978-0-76364-303-4.
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PreS-Gr 1 This feel-good book shows a preschooler interacting with her pet. It opens with the question: "What's that puppy doing? She's sleeping. Puppies need lots of sleep." The simple sentences are paired with cozy pastel illustrations. The youngster explores the puppy's behavior indoors and out with a special emphasis on play and fun. The story gives young readers a good sense of the responsibility of taking care of a pet."Katie Cerasale-Messina, AC Whelan Elementary School, Revere, MA" Copyright 2010 Media Source Inc.
Double-page-spread pastel illustrations showcase the joyful interactions between a young child and a puppy. Sleeping, stretching, eating, and playing are all part of their day together. The minimal text effectively uses a repetitive structure ("What's that puppy doing now?...What's that puppy looking for?") to echo a child's voice and thought process.

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