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We Want a Dog
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See moreHumorous rhyming text takes the reader through twenty-seven unexpected varieties of dogs that one could have as a pet.
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A hysterical ode to everyone's favorite pets from the acclaimed author/illustrator of Ten on a Twig
See if you can spot your own beloved pet in these funny pups! (And don't miss the surprise for cat lovers at the end.) Makes a great gift for dog owners and kids alike.
We want a dog! What kind of dog...?
This hilarious rhyming texts takes us through twenty-seven unexpected and amusing varieties of dogs that one could have, like "one that begs, one that sheds, one that rips things into shreds." And while the book is sure to delight any dog lover, the narrator's choice at the end will make readers laugh out loud! See how many of these lovable and amusing pups you can recognize from your own life.
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We Want a Dog by Lo Cole is lauded for its stylish approach to exploring dog ownership. The book is a visual treat with lively, rhyming text and bold, expressive artwork. Its illustrations and text work together to create an engaging and humorous reading experience that appeals to both young readers and adults.
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ISBN: 9781728238173
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 06 July 2021
Country: United States
Imprint: Sourcebooks Jabberwocky
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 236.0mm
Height: 288.0mm
Weight: 445g
Pages: 32
About the Author
LO COLE is a widely acclaimed British illustrator whose graphic work has been featured on posters and album covers, and in books, magazines, and newspapers in the UK and internationally. He's the author/illustrator of Ten on a Twig.
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