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Description
Andy Shane befriends the new girl in town, Lark Alice Bell, but his best friend Dolores suspects he is in love. However, Andy is actually spending time with Lark because her dog has just had puppies. The story takes place at Andy's school and at Lark's house, where the friends go to see the puppies.
Quick Summary
Everyone assumes Andy Shane has a crush on the new girl in town, but the real story is his undeniable obsession with her dog's brand-new puppies, creating a hilariously sweet misunderstanding that kids will find absolutely irresistible. The humor comes from adults jumping to romantic conclusions while Andy just wants to play with fluffy little furballs, and young readers will love seeing a friendship form around something as universally appealing as adorable puppies. If your kid loves the heart and humor of the Ivy + Bean series or Mercy Watson books, they'll adore this chapter book about friendship, puppies, and the silly assumptions grown-ups make. This is a perfect pick for kids in grades 1-3 who are ready to move beyond picture books but want short, fun chapters with plenty of laughs.