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Peggy Little-Legs

By Pip Jones
Series: Little Gems
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Peggy, a little sausage dog, feels disheartened at puppy school because her small size makes it difficult to compete with other dogs who can run faster and jump higher. When a friend has a dangerous fall, Peggy steps up to the rescue, showing that courage and heroism come in all shapes and sizes.
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A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own inthis adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.

A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.

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A sausage dog discovers that, despite being small, she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.


A little sausage dog discovers that she has strengths of her very own in this adorable gem from bestselling author Pip Jones, perfect for dog lovers.

Peggy the sausage dog feels really sad when she finds she’s too small to really compete with the other dogs at puppy school. Her little legs and long body make it hard for her to jump high or run very fast. But when one of her school friends has a dangerous fall, it’s Peggy who comes to the rescue, proving that heroes come in all different sizes!

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Lancashire Post praises the book as a heartwarming and inspirational adventure filled with enchanting storytelling and vibrant illustrations, calling it a delightful treat for the whole family.

Mini Travellers highlights its perfect appeal to young dog lovers, noting how it gently teaches self-worth, confidence, and appreciation through a charming doggie tale.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800902145

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Barrington Stoke Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Paula Bowles

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 168.0mm

Weight: 140g

Pages: 96

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Dyslexia-Friendly Books Pip Jones Series: Little Gems Young Adult

About the Author

Pip Jones worked for local and national magazines for 18 years before turning to writing children's books. She is now the author of several bestselling books including the Greenhouse Funny Prize-winning Squishy McFluff and the Sainsbury's Book Award shortlisted Izzy Gizmo.

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