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Walter the Farting Dog
Walter the Farting Dog is a great fiction book. Its authors are William Katzwinkle and Glen Muarry. Its main characters are the man at the yard sale, Walter, Betty, Billy, and the dad.
My son loved it
My son loves Walter.He is a typical boy and body noises and it just makes him laugh.He isn't a kid that likes to read, but with the Walter books he is willing sit down and read to me and actually enjoys it.
Didn't hold my interest like the first one did.
Walter is back but not with the same enthusiasm as the first book. I barely laughed at this book and was disappointed because I absolutely fell in love with William Kotzwinkle's original Farting Dog book. Same strange, yet intriguing illustrations but the story didn't hold my interest. ... Read more

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My Life in Dog Years
This is an autobiography about Gary Paulsen. He talks about nine different dogs in this book. He talks about them, because they have helped him threw hard times when he was kid and still now as an adult. He picks them up off the street and from the pounds. He is an animal lover because of his younger experiences with animals.
Wonderful!
I read this book as a diversion from my usual reading, and consumed it in one sitting at a Starbucks. This was a great book about the life of a man and his friends. Paulsen love for dogs and animals seems to be rooted in his isolation as a young boy, as he moved from place to place, not fitting in new communities, and living with highly dysfunctional, neglectful parents. As a child and teen, he bonded with the dogs that became a part of his life and his friends. As an adult his affection for his childhood friends never left him and he seeks to befriend those that befriended him in his early life. My Life in Dog Years will make you laugh and cry, and remind you that friendships can be made and found in the most unlikely times and places. Read and enjoy! Excellent job, Mr. Paulsen.

Could not put the book down til I finished it!
I burst out in laughter at times with this book!I have owned many pets in my life too, I can relate to some of the stories rather well.I'm 39 years old and loved every bit of the book.My daughter will enjoy it too.Thank you for a great book! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. 20th century    2. Anecdotes    3. Animals - Dogs    4. Animals - Pets    5. Authors, American    6. Biography    7. Biography & Autobiography - Literary    8. Children's 9-12 - Animals/Pets    9. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    10. Children: Grades 4-6    11. Dog owners    12. Dogs    13. Juvenile Nonfiction    14. Juvenile literature    15. United States    16. Juvenile Fiction / Biographical / United States   

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THE AUTHOR HAS NAILED DOGS AND DOG LOVERS PERFECTLY
I loved ever page of this one and so did the kids in class.Most of the children have pets, most of them dogs, and could relate perfectly to Fergus and his owner. I myself have not been with out the company of a dog for well over fifty five years and the author certainly identified me!The illustrations in this work are great...you simply cannot help being attracted to Fergus.Fergus is all dog and does all the things a dog does.I cannot recommend this one highly enough.

Love it!
I love this book!I have a little Westie, Fennis, and this book is exactly him!My family all laughs when they see the book on the coffee table because it is just like the story was written about Fennis.This is a fun book for people of all ages, especially those that love their own Westie.My 7-year-old nephew discovered it.

Good Boy, Fergus!
Absolutely top flight! Young children will enjoy the book, but adult owners of Westies will fall in love with it. First, you'll feel a little sheepish, realizing how often you tell your own little "terror" he's a good dog (regardless of what he does.) Then you'll lose your heart to Fergus.He is the perfect stand-in for all our "itchy bo-bo's" (cf Mr F.,the scratchity man).
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Favorite series - Usborne Touchy Feely Books
This series - Usborne Touchy Feelys - is wonderful. Babies and toddlers LOVE the textures and the bright primary colors. As an Usborne independent consultant, I sell this line of books from home, and the Touchy Feelys are my best sellers. The quality is excellent, very sturdy with rounded corners. Different textured pads on each page include soft fur, bumpy ridges or rough patches. The illustrations are adorable. Peter Usborne himself (the founding publisher) told us this summer that the Touchy Feelys are his favorite books! In addition, I have many Speech Pathologists as customers. They also love this series as it encourages speech.
great book
My son is 17 months and loves this book.We have the sign language dvd titled "my baby can talk" by baby hands and this book is featured and read for the "sign" for book.I thought it might help him make a better connection if he had the book also.It is very short. However, That is about all I have time to read before he is off running.

my daughter loves this book!
it's a short story - only 5 pages, which was dissapointing at first. but the different textures fascinate my 14 mo old daughter. she loves to go through it constantly. ... Read more

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Good and bad
As the owner of a dog which is part Rottie, I was happy to see a story about a good Rottweiler.And Carl is a charming and sweet dog.The drawings in this line of books are beautiful and details, and have a certain Norman Rockwell quality to them. As has been stated this is a book with pictures only which lets your little one (or you) make up the words, which can be lots of fun.BUT, I too am troubled by a story where the mom leaves the baby alone with the dog for what seems like a looong time, with the instructions for the dog to watch the baby while she is out.And, in the process the baby gets but into all kinds of dangerous situations (dropped down the laundry chute, bathed in the fish tank, etc).I just don't know if little kids will be able to understand that those things don't happen "in real life".

Good Dog Carl is Great
Alexandra Day is a gifted artist and clever and funny story teller. I laughed out loud at the escapades of Baby and Carl the dog. We're read all of her books and I highly recommend them.

Cute story
What a cute story. I don't understand how anyone could have a problem with this childrens book. It's fun. Lighten up everyone. ... Read more

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cute book, great message
This is a really cute way to introduce adoption to a child or other family members. It touches on a lot of issues that will probably come up, including looking different from your parents, being sad, dealing with other people's comments and how to talk about a birthmother. Since it is done from the point of view of a puppy it is kid friendly and is easy to read.

Great adoption introduction book for preschoolers
As the nanny to two wonderful adopted children I have searched far & wide for books that introduce the subject of adoption to them appropriately. This book has been well received by both children (2.5 & 7 years old). They both routinely request it at bedtime & it has inspired many open conversations on how they came to be a part of their family.

Wonderful and Insightful
I read this book to my class, and received a tremendous response from my 4th grade students.The book illustrates easy-to-understand principles of adoption, and highlights how it is important to tolerate the differences among each of us. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Adoption    2. Animals - Dogs    3. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Dogs    6. Family - Adoption    7. Fiction    8. Interracial adoption    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dogs    11. Juvenile Fiction / Family / Adoption    12. Preschool Picture Story Books   

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THE MOST WONDERFUL , SWEET BOOK IN THE ENTIRE WORLD
Everytime, I read this book (age 43) my heart goes pang.This is a beautiful book aboutbeing young and loving your pet.A fabulous book to buy when your child's dog or cat is young,as it lets a chiild appreciate their time with their pet.Also, a terrific book to buy when an animal passes away.All around, I can't say enough good words about this book.

Why does the dog get fat?
Although I agree with the many reviewers who found the sentiment expressed in this book to be poignant and comforting, I found this book disturbing.The main canine character grows up from a puppy to become an extremely overweight dog.Yet, there is no indication in the book that obesity is an avoidable condition or that it was detrimental to the dog's health to be overweight.Obviously this book was not intended to be a book about proper animal care, I get that.But if the author was not going to address the dog's obesity in any way, why was it such a prominent element in the story?Inadvertently, the author sends the message to children that dogs get fat and we can't do anything about it.As a person who works in animal welfare, I am uncomfortable with that message.
The perfect book for all ages
This is the perfect pet loss book for all ages.A good gift to give when words do not seem appropriate.Similar to Boomerang - A Miracle Trilogy, about the short but miraculous life of a remarable Boston Terrier.And, how through love, all things are possible. ... Read more

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A personal favorite
As a veterinary technician who regularly assisted in euthanasia procedures, I kept kept copies of this book on hand to distribute to families with children.Years later I'm working as a teacher and still love it.In contrast to other reviewer comments that the book is morbid, I find the underlying message hopeful - that our bodies are part of a natural cycle and that death gives rise to new life.The language is simple, elegant and understandable even for young children.If you have family pets and have not yet experienced a loss, buy this book ahead of time.You'll appreciate having it on that day when inevitable death comes calling.

You don't wanna know the 10th good thing
I finally read this book after years and years of hearing it hyped as the perfect book to help a child deal with the loss of a pet, so I expected a lot. Nothing good to say about the 10th good thing....
I work in a school library and as a cat lover am always seeking out the cat books.This one caught my eye and I was expecting something wonderful.I found the story to be hopeless and defeating.How sad the only comfort the father has to offer is composting tips and the last memory the child has to hold is that of a decomposing cat.I'm no censor, but two thumbs way down.Also, if you are looking for something wonderful for pet loss, try Cynthia Rylant's, Cat Heaven! ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Nothing ever happens to Henry Huggins. Nothing, that is, until a straydog named Ribsy comes into his life. Pretty soon, Henry and Ribsy are wreaking havoc on the city bus, getting a ride in a police car with sirens wailing, and winning a prize at the dog show. Thanks to their joint shenanigans, Henry finds himself covered in green paint one day, and later accidentally colors Ribsy's fur pale pink. One week, Henry catches earthworms for his fisherman neighbor to raise money for a borrowed ball Ribsy helped him lose. One football costs a lot of earthworms--1,395, to be exact. Plus 41 worms for tax. Life is no longer dull.Read more

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Charming and Humorous Reading!Still Great after 50+ Years!
I never did read much Cleary growing up...but since the Girl is having some trouble getting into book, I thought this might be a good one for her...and I was right, she absolutely LOVED it.Henry Huggins (like How to Eat Fried Worms) is a bit dated, since it was written in 1949, but the overall feel and character of the story is pretty much timeless.We are presented with a typical neighborhood, family, kids, neighbors of the time that, despite the way we live life today, is presented in a way that is still accessible to kids today (even those not living in suburban neighborhoods.Henry is a typical boy who wants a bit of excitement in his life...and finds it while browsing at the local convenience store, in the form of Ribsy as skinny mutt who he decides to take home (with his mother's permission of course)...on the BUS!This is first of 5 adventures that Henry and Ribsy encounter as they go on through the book (we also get raising guppies, catching thousands of night crawlers, a charming look at Christmas pageants and snow from a 9 year olds perspective, the dog show, and the prospect of Henry having to give up Ribsy).Each is charming and still endearing more than 50 years after it was originally written.We are presented with stories that show Henry as honest and hard working, we learn to have compassion for others and that doing the right thing is always important...all in a humorous and realistic way that doesn't feel like the message is being shoved down our throats!I give it a solid A, even after 50+ years, Henry Huggins is fine reading for 8-10 year olds!

Henry Huggins
I loved this book.I love Beverly Cleary. I think this is her best book. Henry is a fifth grader, and I am too, so it is cool. Everything Henry and Ribsy do, you can picture yourself doing.

Good read for early readers
I bought this book in English and Spanish - cross-comparing the two is a good way to learn a second language.I strongly recommed Spanish readers buy the book in English, along with the Henry Huggins CD in English.Just read the other reviews about the book if you want only the literary info.If you're interested in looking up other Spanish books, here's a few websites you might wanna check out:
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Subjects:  1. Animals - Dogs    2. Children's 9-12 - Fiction - General    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    4. Children: Grades 4-6    5. Dogs    6. Fiction    7. Humorous Stories    8. Readers - Chapter Books    9. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dogs   

Editorial Review

When George's mother tells her son to bark, he meows. She patiently explains that "Cats go meow. Dogs go arf. Now, bark, George." But he quacks! Then oinks. Then moos. Becoming less patient and more exasperated, George's mom takes him to the vet, who reaches deep down inside the errant pup, and, much to everyone's surprise, pulls out a cat! Then a duck, a pig, and finally a cow. George is cured, and barks at last! On the way home, his proud mother wants to show off her convincingly doglike son to everyone on the street. But when she says, "Bark, George," he simply says, "Hello." This is the simplest offering yet from Jules Feiffer--creator of the delightful picture books Read more

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What a Fun Read Aloud
My students love this book.It is pure fun all the way throught.It makes a great read aloud and the children love to help read the words deep on each page as the vet has to reach deeper into George to remove the unwanted animal.We always get a great laugh out of the mothers expressions and relating it to the children's mothers always brings the house down with laughter. I don't think in all the times I have read this book to my students has anyone ever guess the ending.Just a delightful book from beginning to end.

No, George...pigs go "oink"!
This is among my most beloved children's books and one that I eagerly share with children and parents time and again. The text and the illustrations could hardly be simpler, yet they are so well imagined and so well realized by Jules Feiffer that one may take for granted his skill in creating this masterpiece. I am partial to this book because it must be read aloud to be fully enjoyed--and not simply read but acted, as one might act out role in a play. I put my best foot forward every time I read this book to my audiences at the Children's Museum or for various schools because I know that the mannerisms and actions I employ to complement the text will always elicit laughter from the children. This is a contemporary classic and a book that deserves a treasured place in your child's library!

Funny Book...
I borrowed this book from the library awhile ago for my daughter and think it is hilarious.My husband and I both thought it was a cute, amusing story that tells a cute story about a dog who can't quite bark.The facial expressions on the mommy dog and vet are so funny.When I borrowed the book, my daughter was young (under a year) so she didn't really understand yet, but now she's 19 months so I'm going to get it again and see how it goes over now.This book is definitely one that the whole family will enjoy. ... Read more

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Excellent Book!
I have a 2 year old bulldog, so when I saw Gloria Estefan on The View with her bulldog talking about her new book, I HAD to get it! I'm also a teacher, and was excited to find a book that teaches kids that it's ok to be different.The wonderful illustrations and rhyming text really makes the book fun to read.And Noelle sure does remind me of my dog!It's now at the top of my "favorite kids books" list.

Great Illustrations
I REALLY liked the illustrations in this book.I also like the story.It reminds me of my "Stinky the Bulldog" book.
Another GREAT bulldog book!!
This was good, but if you are bulldog lover, you should definitely try "Stinky the Bulldog" by Jackie Valent.It's got a wonderful message for children and adults alike and the illustrations are much better than Gloria's book! ... Read more

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Excellent Preparation for A New Puppy Arrival
This is a book I read cover to cover and took many reference notes.It deals with understanding the new puppy and preparing him for socialization with people, vets and other pets.With the skills taught in the book, the puppy can grow into a well-trained adolescent and into a well-mannered adult.

Took the fun out of having a puppy...
I bought this book because it was referenced on the Dog Scouts of America website, which is a site dedicated to developing positive relationships between owner/dog.I was so disappointed when I received the book, from the moment I got a good look at it's cover and read the subtitle ("...The Clock Is Ticking!"), which I had missed when ordering the book, or I would have thought twice about buying it...This book turned having a delightful puppy into a race against time to prevent having an evil, rotten dog.It took all the fun and optimism out of raising my puppy.I'm glad I stopped reading it, and looked to more upbeat sources for advice on raising my puppy.Many of these sources I found on the internet.I looked to Karen Pryor and her clicker training theories, as well as such books as "Boxers for Dummies" and "The Boxer Handbook" and "I Just Got A Puppy What Do I Do."All these emphasize the power of bonding with your dog, the pleasures of socializing your puppy, and while they don't downplay the significance of socialization, etc. they don't turn the cute puppy you have just made a part of your family into some ticking timebomb set to go off and bring nothing but pain and misery if not socialized absolutely correctly.I grew up with dogs, in a time before "socialization," in a time where you just loved your puppy, and took him places, and tried your best with him/her, and those dogs all turned out fine.I am grateful for all the information that we have these days on how to better raise a puppy to be a happy well adjusted pet, and am doing my best to put that information to good use on my own Boxer puppy.

New puppy help.
This book was very helpful with my new German Shepherd puppy, evn though I already have 3 other dogs, it's nice to read new/different styles and ideas for giving your BIG dog the right start. ... Read more

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My Son's Favorite
This book is really fun and it's my son's favorite right now.All of the differend dog sounds are fun.It's a really cute book.

Great Counting Book
My daughter loves counting the dogs and making the various barking noises. Great interactive book.

Hope you can bark and bark and bark.....
We adore the majority of Ms. Boynton's books, but I cringe when my son decides he'd like to hear this one.It is simply barking in different volumes and "languages" and drives ME crazy....and I have 7 dogs!
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Editorial Review

Walter makes his third appearance in yet another unapologetically silly picture book, this one dedicated to "everyone who's ever felt misjudged or misunderstood." The story begins when animal gas expert Professor Kompressor pays a visit to Walter's family, equipped with a contraption that looks like a cross between a vacuum cleaner and an old phonograph: "I understand your dog has a farting disorder," he says. At first it seems as if the professor's prescription of powders and potions is working, but one day, young Billy and Betty see Walter floating like a helium balloon over the trees, so full of pent-up gas he has become airborne. Unable to release his gas, the unfortunate dog floats over hill and dale for days and days. The formula for these books requires the much-maligned Walter to redeem his gaseous self by saving the day (he gasses out burglars in the first one and helps catch bank robbers in the second). Here, even more absurdly, he saves millions of butterflies from a freezing windstorm by letting rip a warm cloud of air that melts the frost off their wings.Colorful, crisp, almost three-dimensional art, generated with a digital painting and collage technique, gives the book a bizarre, sophisticated style that both complements and elevates the cheap laughs. (Ages 6 to 9) Read more

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Walter the farting dog
This book, Walter the farting dog, contains a great lesson while engaging children because of his socially unacceptable behavior.Don't judge a book by its cover....updated.

The best of the three Walter books...
I love this book! The illustrations take a little getting used to (definitely off-beat, like the other two), and the storyline is slightly subversive, but the whole book is just very funny (for me, as an adult), and my kids love it, too.It's the one book that I will cheerfully read them twice in the same night.Farts aside, it's actually pretty wholesome and carries (I think) a positive message about being authentic and true to yourself. Plus, it has larger than usual words for a book targeted at this age group, which I think is useful.All in all, well worth the twelve or fourteen bucks you pay for it.I've bought copies for some other parents as gifts...(Nobody's complained...)
Not as good as you would think.......
Any book about farting should be better than this. My kid thought it would involve pooping, too, but it didnt ... it was dissappointing that way.farting is still funny , though. thanks amazon.com. ... Read more

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Sleepy Time With Blue.
Good Night Blue is a great book to read prior to nap time or bed time. The book shows Blue going potty, brushing his teeth, and getting ready for bed. Children get a great story, and get to learn about all the things they need to do before going to bed.
Good NIght Blue
I am sure that every preschool child would like to have this book.

Bedtime, Step-by-step!
This book is excellent for the 2-3 crowd, providing a step-by-step guide to going to bed. My kids love the Blue's Clues theme and pictures, and relate well to the book. We especially like that included Blue on the potty, it gives a definite step-by-step structure to the task of going to bed, and it did not include a bath (so many bedtime books include a bath, and my child's bath-time is in the mid-afternoon). However, it is a little wordy, and you are in the persona of Steve, which my children found a little off-putting; for Steve to talk, they want Steve's voice! We just disregard the words and make up our own. When my kids are closer to reading age, with long attention spans, we'll actually read the words. ... Read more

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Delightful Dachshund
"A Dachshund's Wish" offers an inviting story peopled by engaging characters of many species. While aimed at eight-year-olds, this suggested age obtains only if the children are reading the book themselves. Parents who read to children will find an eager audience in much younger children as well. Even pre-schoolers will be taken by the enchanting illustrations.
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A good laugh for everyone
This is a nice easy read for the kids, and the reader can enjoy the adventure right along with the kids.

Princess Bubble thought this was a breath of fresh air!
I thought this book was so cute!!!! The humor is wonderful and so smart. I am publishing a children's book and hope it is as wonderful as Dog Breath!
Pilkey for Prez!
I love Dav Pilkey!Well, I don't love him 'cause I don't know him, but I love his books!So do my students.
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What's in a Name
Cynthia Rylant has done it again-- this story tells of an elderly woman who has outlived most of those she loved and doesn't want to risk a new attachment-but but a nameless stray dog changes her mind. The story is done with a wonderful blend of humor and poignancy.It is a favorite in one pre-K classroom I know--wonderful way to positively approach those tricky issues of aging and death with young children.

Richie's Picks: THE OLD WOMAN WHO NAMED THINGS
Ten years after first reading this aloud at circle time, Rylant's lovely story of the old woman who has to decide to, once more, take a chance on love and loss, has become a beloved old friend to me.Brown's quirky illustrations are quite memorable--especially the joyous spread near the end of the story in which the dog, with his tongue hanging out, happily sticks his head out the window of the old woman's car that is driving him home.Cynthia Rylant has won a Newbery for MISSING MAY, and has authored HENRY AND MUDGE, the greatest easy reader series ever published.THE OLD WOMAN WHO NAMED THINGS is absolutely right up there with the best of her work.

My Favorite Children's Book
This book is so emotionally satisfying.Cynthia Rylant brings the universal struggle of choosing to risk love and loss to a child's level.I never tire of reading it to my daughters (ages 5 & 3).They love the book, as well. ... Read more

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A very sweet book
This was given to us as a gift & we are so thankful for being introduced to Sandra Boynton's books.What's really great about this particular book is that you can sing it!At first I made up a tune, but then I discovered on Sandra Boynton's website that she has several CD's with musical recordings of some of her books and more.Many of the recordings are done by celebrities.Snuggle Puppy is sung by Eric Stolz.My husband figured out the guitar chords, and now we sing it to my 4 month old.She loves it!!!!

Cute book AND song - grumpy dad must not have known.
This is a cute book, but a cute song as well.It might be hard to sing it if you haven't heard the melody, but you can look at the Philadelphia Chickens CD online and hear enough to get the idea.It might be more fun.

What a dog!
Sandra Boynton has always understood the human-animal bond and this book celebrates how essential dogs are to our lives. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Dogs    2. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    3. Children: Preschool    4. Dogs    5. Fiction    6. Juvenile Fiction    7. Love    8. Parent and child    9. Preschool Picture Story Books    10. Social Issues - Emotions & Feelings    11. Stories in rhyme    12. Board books    13. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Dogs   

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Muy divertido.
A mi hija le encanta este libro.Hace que se lo lea una y otra vez.La traducci�n es bastante buena.

Great dual language book to help teach opposites
I like this book, because when I read it aloud to my Spanish classes, I know the students sitting closest to me are most likely following the English with their eyes, and learning new vocabulary words because of it.
Fred and Ted are tops in any language.
This is a whimsical book that kids really 'get'. P.D. Eastman's illustrations are wonderful as always, and each page has subtle fun touches that you might not catch the first time; rereading the book is not a chore for adults. The side-by-side upbeat Spanish and English text makes a great primer. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - Dogs    2. Bedtime Stories    3. Bilingual    4. Children's 4-8 - Picturebooks    5. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    6. Dogs    7. Fiction    8. Friendship    9. Social Issues - Friendship    10. Social Situations - Friendship    11. Spanish language materials    12. Spanish: Grades 1-2    13. Juvenile Fiction / Concepts / General