Synopses & Reviews
The endearing story of how Dave's beloved Dogger was lost and found, Dogger won the Kate Greenaway Medal when it was first published. This is a timeless classic which, in simple words and detailed pictures, shows the distress the loss of a toy causes a child, as well as the reality of family life. Filled with humor and Shirley Hughes' artful touch, this is a book for young readers to tackle by themselves, as well as a delight to read aloud.
Review
"This warm-hearted slice of real life is as good as any of the Alfie books . . . Hughes's trademark illustrations capture, as always, the homey details of family life in a neighborhood where the kindness of others plays a large part in everyday events." Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
The endearing story of how Dave's beloved Dogger was lost and found, Dogger won the Kate Greenaway Medal when it was first published. This is a timeless classic which, in simple words and detailed pictures, shows the distress the loss of a toy causes a child, as well as the reality of family life. Filled with humor and Shirley Hughes' artful touch, this is a book for young readers to tackle by themselves, as well as a delight to read aloud.
Synopsis
This is the endearing story of how Dogger, the much loved toy dog, was lost and finally found again. Winner of the Kate Greenaway Award when it first appeared in 1977, this timeless picture book has lost none of its appeal and is still a tale to which all children and their parents can relate.
Synopsis
When Dave loses his favorite toy, Dogger, he is very sad. But when Dogger turns up for sale at the neighborhood fair, everything seems all rightuntil someone else buys him before Dave can get the money! Filled with humor and Shirley Hughess artful touch, this is a book for young readers to tackle by themselves, as well as a delight to read aloud.
About the Author
Shirley Hughes has written more than 200 books, creating enduring characters like Alfie and Dogger, who have thrilled children and adults alike with their tales of growing up and everyday discovery. Her many awards include the Kate Greenaway Medal and the prestigious Eleanor Farjeon Award for her services to children's literature.