Shaggy Dogs, Waggy Dogs
Ages 4-8 An assortment of lovable-looking pooches is pictured in this charming ode to man s best friend. In perfect rhyme, Hubbell describes the canines by their characteristics rather than breeds: shaggy, waggy, thin, saggy, shy, bold, pretty, puppies, full-grown, and more. Next she offers a litany of the things dogs are good at doing, such as finding a lost ball, going for walks, digging up bones, and comforting their owners when they feel sick. Wu s detailed illustrations drawn with colored pencil over acrylic vividly depict the different textures of each animal s fur as it engages in typical doggie pastimes. Children who love animals will adore this fetching book. --Martha Simpson, Stratford Library Association, CT, School Library Journal