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Pencil Dog

Name: Pencil Dog
ISBN: 9781471169403

By Leigh Hodgkinson

When Pencil Dog starts shrinking, his muddled drawings hide a puzzling secret.

poignant imaginative heartfelt

Genres

Feelings/Wellbeing Friendship/Family

What is Pencil Dog about?

In this touching tale, a little girl and her imaginative companion, Pencil Dog, share countless adventures, turning gloomy days into bright ones. As time passes, Pencil Dog begins to shrink, and his once-clear drawings become muddled. This heartfelt story gently explores themes of memory, loss, and the enduring presence of loved ones in our hearts.

About the author

Leigh Hodgkinson is a talented author and illustrator who loves creating fun and colourful books for children. She is well known for her lively picture books, including 'Goldilocks and Just the One Bear'. Leigh enjoys making stories that spark imagination and bring joy to readers of all ages. She is also passionate about drawing and storytelling.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2019

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