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The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur
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Everyone's favourite little pug embarks on a dinosaur hunt in this roaringly funny dino adventure story. The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur features Peggy the pug's family as they go on a camping holiday to Dino Cove. Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is determined to...
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What's the cutest type of dinosaur? A PUGosaurus!
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Everyone's favourite little pug embarks on a dinosaur hunt in this roaringly funny dino adventure story.
The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur features Peggy the pug's family as they go on a camping holiday to Dino Cove. Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is determined to find dinosaur fossils, and Peggy would do anything to help her. So, Peggy sets off on a dinosaur hunt of her own—but what if she can't find one before they go home?
Get ready for a roarsome dinosaur adventure with Peggy the Pug in this adorable story featuring fun black and white illustrations throughout.
Series: The Pug Who Wanted to...
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The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur
Everyone's favourite little pug embarks on a dinosaur hunt in this roaringly funny dino adventure story. The Pug who wanted to be a Dinosaur features Peggy the pug's family as they go on a camping holiday to Dino Cove. Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is determined to find dinosaur fossils, and Peggy would do anything to help her. So, Peggy sets...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
Peggy the Pug's Christmas Collection
Snuggle up with Peggy the pug this Christmas! Read about how it all began in The Pug Who Wanted to be a Unicorn. Peggy the pug is taken in by a foster family with a little girl named Chloe. But Chloe doesn't want a puppy for Christmas, she wants a unicorn... In The Pug Who Wanted to be a Reindeer,...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to go to School
Peggy the Pug is ready to be the teacher's pet! It's the end of the summer holidays and the children are heading back to school. But Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is nervous about joining a new class this year. Peggy wishes she could help reassure Chloe. If only she could find a way to go to school too, but dogs...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Superhero
When a superhero movie is filming in town, Peggy can't wait to meet the cast. But things don't go to plan as Peggy tries to prove that she can be a super dog, just like the superheroes in the movie. Peggy the pug soon learns that real superheroes don't wear capes or have superpowers, but are just the people who...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted a Birthday
Peggy's best friend, Chloe, is planning a big birthday celebration for her friend's dog, and Peggy can't wait to join in the fun and games. There's so much to do before the big day! But when Peggy realises that she doesn't have a birthday of her own, she can't help feeling a bit left out. Especially since Chloe is keeping...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Bunny
There's some-bunny new in Peggy's family - and she's hopping mad! A funny new pug-venture from the bestselling author of THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN.Peggy the pug's family have adopted an adorable little bunny, just in time for Easter. Peggy used to be top dog, but now she has to share their attention with this long-eared newcomer....Paperback$1699Unit price /UnavailableIn StockShips tomorrow -
The Pug who wanted to be a Bumblebee
What a honey! Peggy the pug is buzzing with excitement in this sweet summertime story for readers aged 5+.Peggy is buzzing with excitement because her family has a new beehive. When the pug's best friend Chloe decides to do a science fair project about bees, Peggy learns a lot about how all the bees in a hive work together to...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Fairy
Wag your tail if you believe in fairies! Peggy, the world's sweetest pug, is looking for a fairy to grant a very special wish.Peggy the pug is devastated when she finds out that her local park might shut down. Now where will she go for walks with Chloe, her best friend? Chloe plans a summer fair and a bake sale...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Mermaid
Peggy the pug is going on a mer-mazing summer holiday! A perfect beach read, from the bestselling author of THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN.Peggy the pug is going on holiday to the seaside! Her special friend Chloe is excited, too, and hopes that she'll see a mermaid. But even though Chloe and Peggy search the beach, they...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be an Elf
Have yourself a Peggy little Christmas! The world's favourite pug is back with a funny and festive story. Peggy and her family have won a dream winter holiday to Lapland! But sadly, Dad's work means that he can't go with them. Chloe is sad because their trip won't be as special if her whole family isn't together for Christmas. Peggy...Paperback$1799Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Star
Peggy the pug is only little, but she's going to be a BIG star! A show-stopping new story about the loveable heroine of THE PUG WHO WANTED TO BE A UNICORN.When Peggy the pug's friend Chloe is cast as Wendy in the school production of PETER PAN, Peggy feels left out. Chloe is too busy learning lines and going to...Paperback$2499Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks -
The Pug who wanted to be a Reindeer
When her family loses its Christmas spirit, Peggy heads to the North Pole to get it back! A festive adventure starring a loveable little pug with a heart of gold.The perfect Christmas gift for children aged 5 years and up!Peggy's family has lost its Christmas spirit and Peggy is desperate to help them get it back. The little pug wishes...Paperback$1999Unit price /UnavailableAvailableShips in 4-6 weeks
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781408374962
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 13 March 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Orchard Books
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 16.0mm
Width: 128.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 140g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Bella Swift is a children's book editor who has written many successful children's book series under a variety of pen names. She lives in London with her husband, her two daughters and a pet cat - but dreams about getting a dog!
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