Up Dog

Description

Uh-oh! Look out, house! This little dog is very busy cheerfully digging up and chewing up everything in sight. It's a sad little dog who's locked up in the pen while the house and garden are tidied up. But all is not lost, as he's cautiously welcomed back up the steps and into the house at the end of the day. Readers will have fun both watching the antics of this little dog and interpreting the animated facial expressions that range from determination and dejection to joy. While readers follow the dog from bad to good in rhythmic two- or three-word panels, they'll also learn how to use "up" phrases. Together with Up Cat, this engaging board book will expand toddlers' vocabulary while delighting them with everyday scenes in the lives of two adorable animals.

Hazel Hutchins has written over 30 books for children and young adults and has received numerous awards for her work. She lives in Canmore, Alberta. Fanny has illustrated many books for children. She lives in Quebec.

It's sure to be a big hit with dog lovers. For feline fans, check out Up Cat.--Helen Foster James"Western New York Family Magazine" (12/01/2012) This titular dog is downright adorable even when he is up to no good.... An irresistibly happy board book with a repetition that encourages participation.--Daniel Kraus"Booklist" (07/01/2012) While these books are simple enough to engage audiences as young as two, they are also appropriate for beginning readers in Kindergarten.--Lisa Dalrymple"Canadian Children's Book News" (07/01/2012) A warm portrait of the special (and often messy) relationship between dog and person.