Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds

What do our readers think of Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the silly descriptions of dogs, the bright illustrations and the chance to recognise familiar dog behaviour in an unexpected way. Some younger children find the vocabulary and dry humour harder to understand, so the book works best when an adult reads along and explains a few jokes.

What does the Pageticker team say about Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds?

Dr Xargle's Book of Earth Hounds is a fun look at dogs through an alien professor's eyes, with Jeanne Willis's comic text and Tony Ross's lively illustrations working brilliantly together. Younger children enjoy the funny pictures and familiar doggy behaviour, while older children and adults can appreciate the dry observations and playful misunderstandings. Especially good for shared reading.

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What is Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds about?

Dr Xargle, an alien professor, introduces his class to 'Earth Hounds'—known to us as dogs. Through humorous observations, he describes their peculiar features, such as 'fangs at the front' and a 'waggler at the back,' offering a unique and entertaining perspective on these familiar animals.

About the author

Jeanne Willis is a brilliant British author who has written many funny and imaginative books for children. She is well known for stories like 'Tadpole’s Promise' and 'The Bog Baby'. Jeanne loves to make readers laugh and think with her clever characters and surprising tales. Her books are enjoyed by children all over the world.

Discussion ideas around Dr Xargle's Book Of Earth Hounds

Alien Eyes: How does Dr Xargle describe dogs differently from the way we describe them, and why is that funny?

Dog Features: Which dog feature would seem strangest to an alien, and how would you explain what it is for?

Funny Words: What new name would you invent for a dog’s nose, paws or tail?

Looking Closely: What can we learn by watching a dog carefully, and what might we misunderstand?

Caring For Dogs: What do dogs need from humans to stay safe, healthy and happy?