Picture Book
illustrated Leanne Franson
Red Deer Press (Fitzhenry & Whiteside), 2024
ISBN 9780889957114
When Dawg’s busy family ignores his pleas for a walk, he takes matters into his own paws and follows his nose on an adventure through the neighbourhood. Eventually his rumbly tummy reminds him where his food bowl dwells, as well as his frantic family who is searching for him in all the wrong places.
Nowadays families are busier than ever and inevitably something important gets dropped. Dawg’s story reassures children and their adults that things work out at the end of the day, sometimes in unusual ways. As they finish reading Dawg’s story, children will laugh in recognition and parents will sigh “It’s all good.”
Reviews
The Kirkus Review of Books – “An appealing story sure to captivate children who appreciate dog ‘tails’. ” full review
November 5, 2024 – Picture Book Buzz – “This is an adorable picture book which captures the frustration in having to wait for others to have time for you and an adventurous, sweet dog who takes his walk into his own paws. ” full review
November 10, 2024 – Beagles and Books with Laura Mossa – “Prins crafts a story about an independent and intelligent dog with a happy ending. ” full review
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