The Poky Little Puppy by Janette Sebring Lowrey

 

Written by Janette Sebring Lowrey

Illustrated by Gustaf Tenggren

Published by Golden Books a division of Random House Inc in 1942

ISBN: 978-0307021342

Plot Summary: This story is about 5 little dogs that get up to no good as they dig holes underneath their fence to explore the world around them. The 4 dogs get into many different things around them while the main character goes off on his own. When the dogs get back, they get into trouble with their mother as they left their home but the poky little puppy misses out on the scoldings and gets rewarded with lots of different desserts that his siblings don't get as they are sent to bed. Alas, the poky little puppy gets in trouble as his siblings fill the hole and he can't get back in. He doesn't get the final dessert and feels sorry for himself. 

Analysis: This book is written for the people in life that don't always follow the rules and sometimes get rewards for doing so. The author teaches us the lesson that it's okay to go out on your own and to stop and smell the roses sometimes. The story catches your attention when the puppy is able to get dessert while his siblings are in trouble. The repetition will be sure to catch the attention of younger readers as they start to predict what will happen next. The illustrations are simple and basic but show exactly what is happening in the story so non readers will be able to follow along and it will catch their interest. The colors and puppies that are drawn in the story are very basic but it allows the story to shine. 

Reviews

Kirkus Book Review

One of the first 12 books published in the Little Golden Book series and arguably one of the most beloved, this is the perfect choice to debut the series on iPad, iPhone and iPod.

Developers very smartly kept the book's distinctive appearance and original 1942 story and illustrations. Once readers crack open that familiar golden spine, they can personalize the "inside cover" with a child's name and picture. The tilt and touch features are simple but well executed, and the app is loaded with educational goodies. The icon in the top right of each page unlocks interactive learning games appropriate for preschoolers, and kids earn "stickers" for counting or color and word recognition. These can be used at the end to create a personalized scene to save to the photo album. Each word is highlighted as it is read; when the narration has been turned off, readers who need help can tap on individual words to hear them. Not only will nostalgic adults be thrilled to share a favorite book with a child, but the option to record your own voice reading the text will be especially attractive to grandparents or parents who are away.

This classic story of naughty puppies and their backyard adventures—complete with fuzzy caterpillars, musical flowers, crickets and frogs and all topped off with dessert—is sure to be a favorite yet again. (iPad storybook app. 2-6)

Connections

Read Aloud: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mUPemQkYSw

Education Opportunities

Math: Counting to 5

Learning How to Follow Directions

If you make a mistake, it's okay as long as you have learned a lesson


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