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Description
When Dog tumbles into a magical fairy-tale realm, he finds himself facing a curse that needs breaking. The friendly canine meets classic characters and navigates enchanted challenges, uncovering surprises at every turn. This short adventure combines simple language with whimsical illustrations, suitable for beginning readers who enjoy fairy-tale magic.
Quick Summary
If you've got a kid who can't get enough of dogs, fairy tales, or both, this one's a delight. Dog is a bookshop owner who loves stories so much that when he discovers a magical book, he gets pulled right into a fairy tale world where a curse needs breaking and things definitely don't go the way he expects. The illustrations are warm and funny, and there's a nice mix of humor and mild adventure that keeps young readers turning pages without getting too scary. It's perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are starting to read independently, and the short chapters make it a great choice for readers who want something they can finish in a sitting or two. Fans of "The Stinky Cheese Man" or anyone who likes fairy tale twists will appreciate how Yates plays with classic elements while keeping everything kid-friendly and lighthearted. Parents will like that it celebrates imagination and books themselves, which makes it a sweet bedtime story or classroom read-aloud too.