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Dogger

By Shirley Hughes

Adjectives

heartwarming gentle relatable beautifully illustrated

Genres

Animals Classics Friendship/Family

Synopsis

Dave is heartbroken when he loses his beloved toy dog, Dogger. As his family searches high and low, Dave feels sad and misses his special friend terribly. When Dogger turns up at the school fair, will Dave be able to get him back? This touching and beautifully illustrated story explores love, loss, and the kindness of siblings, making it a treasured classic for young readers.

About the author

Shirley Hughes was a much-loved British author and illustrator, famous for her beautiful picture books. She created the popular Alfie series, which follows the adventures of a little boy and his family. Shirley's warm stories and gentle drawings have made her books favourites for children and families all around the UK.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

1988

Community rating

Average score: 4.75

From 4 readers

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