Today's poetry title is about a little dog who has a friend come to stay, and who discovers that it is not always easy to get used to having a house guest.
Kristine O’Connell George
Illustrated by June Otani
Poetry Picture book
For ages 5 to 7
Clarion, 2002, 0-618-11758-X
Little Dog is
excited because a very big dog, Duncan, has come to visit. In fact, Duncan will
be spending the night at Little Dog’s house. When Duncan starts to feel
homesick, Little Dog “sits close / helping Duncan mope,” which is what friends
do for friends.
Having such a
big guest around presents some challenges, and Little Dog and her little girl
have to work hard to make sure that Duncan doesn’t get into trouble. Sometimes
Little Dog feels a little overwhelmed and does not want to share her toys or
her little girl with the guest. She makes it clear that some things are “Mine!”
Though the two dogs are very different in many ways, in others they are just
the same. They both love mud, they both beg for treats, and they both want to
share the little girl’s bed, which they do!
Told using a
collection of poems, this delightful story about Little Dog, her person, and
her friend Duncan is a treat for people who love dogs. Readers will laugh when
they see how the two dogs interact, and when they see how problems are
overcome. Sharing your space with a houseguest isn’t always easy, but if you
have a big heart and some patience you can make it work.
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