Longing to accompany the mother and baby who go out for a stroll every day, Mr. Davies, a little dog, squeezes under the fence one day and joins them, with first sad and then hilarious results.
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PreS?Every day Mr. Davies, a little dog, watches the baby next door set off for a walk in a stroller pushed by his mother. One day, Mr. Davies discovers that he can squeeze under the gate, and he joins them. Not surprisingly, the excited dog gets into trouble when he chases ducks, a cat, and a cyclist. So the neighbor ties him to his doghouse with a strong rope. No one, though, is happy with this arrangement, until the baby's mother buys a leash and the threesome resume their walks. This appealing story and its engaging cast of characters will charm both the stroller crowd and their caregivers. Voake displays her usual craftsmanship, with finely etched drawings, subtle use of color, and hand-lettered text set against white backgrounds. On a few pages, the text threatens to overwhelm the smaller drawings it accompanies. Overall, though, this is an enjoyable outing and a potential choice for story times.?Marilyn Taniguchi, Santa Monica Public Library, CA
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Ages 3^-6. Mr. Davies, a little dog, is content with eating, digging, and sleeping in his yard until he meets the baby next door. Squeezing under the gate, he accompanies his favorite neighbor and parents on their daily stroll. Unfortunately, the excitable Mr. Davies disgraces himself by chasing ducks, a cat, and a bicyclist. It looks as though he'll never be able to join the family again, but the baby's sadness and Mr. Davies' determination convince the mother to find a happier solution to their dilemma. This simple story will appeal to children, particularly in combination with the lively, often comical artwork. Voake illustrates the tale using winsome ink drawings with gentle watercolor washes that help give the book its piquant charm. Carolyn Phelan
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Superb! A delight to read. My baby's favorite.,
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A witty story that amuses the reader as much as the listener. The illustrations are stick in the memory like classic tune, making it a family favorite. Why, oh why cannot all books be as good as this?
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