Synopses & Reviews
New from the creator or MAXa PUBLISHERS WEEKLY Best Booka funny, warm story for every child who's wished for a puppy.There are lots of dogs of all shapes and sizes at the animal shelter. But Karen and her mom and dad know they want Dave the moment they see him. He's small and cute and a perfect fit for the end of Kate's bed. But then they see Rosy, who is old and gray and broad as a table... How can Kate and Mom and Dad take home just ONE dog when there are so MANY wonderful animals who need a home? Bob Graham creates an original endearing family in a touching story that will appeal to animal lovers everywhere.
Synopsis
There are lots of dogs -- of all shapes and sizes -- at the Rescue Center. But Kate and her mom and dad know they want Dave the moment they see him. He's small and he's cute and he's a perfect fit for the end of Kate's bed. In fact, Dave is everything a puppy could be.
But then they see old and gray and broad-as-a-table Rosy . . .
Bob Graham has created a touching and humorous story about the difficulties of choosing just one pet in a world with so many wonderful animals!
About the Author
Bob Graham is the author of such well-loved children's books as QUEENIE, ONE OF THE FAMILY; ROSE MEETS MR. WINTERGARTEN; BENNY: AN ADVENTURE STORY; and MAX. "LET'S GET A PUP!" SAID KATE grew our of his own experiences. "Our family once went to a dog shelter, looking for a small pup, and we came away with not one dog but two," he says. "Since we are now sadly dogless, we are tempted to repeat the process."