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Description
"The Search for the Perfect Child" by Jan Fearnley is a picture book for early readers at a 1.8 reading level. The story follows Fido Farnsworth, a dog who considers himself the smartest, sharpest, and coolest dog in the world, as he searches for the perfect child. The book explores themes of friendship and discovery through Fido's quest to find this special child.
Quick Summary
Meet Fido Farnsworth, the world's most confident pup who thinks he's smarter than everyone else and sets out on a hilarious quest to find the perfect child. Kids will giggle at Fido's over-the-top confidence and enjoy following his funny, stubborn search that turns out to be more complicated than he expected. If your kid loves goofy, confident characters like Captain Underpants or silly dog stories, they'll absolutely adore this playful tale. With short sentences and an AR level of 1.8, this is perfect for kindergarten through second graders who enjoy humor and independent reading.