Mary Sullivan (7)

A dog wakes up smelling a treat but is foiled when it's not for him. Will he ever get something tasty to eat?

This picture book is incredibly clever in using just one word ("treat") numerous times, with assorted punctuation and illustrated scenarios to indicate different uses of the word.

However, clever and enjoyable don't always end up being the same thing. I found this book not particularly interesting to read aloud, and the child I was reading it to (age 5, avid reader) wasn't particularly show more invested in it either. show less

This is a good choice for a digital book because the text and illustrations are easy to read and view on an e-reader. Most picture books are large and lose valuable details when they're shrunk down for an e-reader, but the size of the physical book was already small so it's well suited to the format. The only word used in the entire story shows the complete devotion of the pleasantly ugly dog to his ball. His humorous attempts to find someone to play with, and the inventive dream sequence show more gives children a funny and imaginative insight into the mind of a dog. His expressions are endearing and make words completely unnecessary, with utter dejection, worry, hope, and sheer delight conveyed through forehead wrinkles and tail wags. The artwork is very yellow and warm, and gives the book a messy, natural feeling. The book also allows children to imagine what life is like for their pets when they're at school. show less

A very-nearly-wordless book about a dog who cares only for one thing. Sullivan does a brilliant job conveying a dog's single-minded focus, and a child's indulgence.

Charming and amusing, Tash and I agree.

Library copy.

Beautifully illustrated book! Frankie is a dog who has just been adopted and goes to his new forever home. the he problem is now he is the younger brother of Nico, and Nico owns everything in the house. The ball, the bed, the food...everything is Nico's. a funny story about sharing and becoming a family. I loved the illustrations and the joy in Frankie's face.