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Description
The story of a day in the life of one dog.
Quick Summary
If you're looking for a quick, sweet read for early elementary kids, "What a Day!" follows a typical (and wonderfully chaotic) day through a dog's eyes, which kids tend to find hilarious because they immediately recognize the silly logic behind all that sniffing, eating, and waiting by the door. It's perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who are building reading confidence, and the simple chapter format makes it less intimidating than a traditional picture book while still being accessible for newly independent readers. Parents will appreciate that it captures that pure, uncomplicated joy dogs bring to our lives without being overly sentimental or preachy. This would be a great next step for readers who devoured "Mercy Watson" or similar early chapter books, and it's short enough to finish in one or two sittings, which makes it satisfying for kids who want that quick accomplishment.