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Product Details

  • Age Range: 4 - 8 years
  • Grade Level: Kindergarten - 3
  • Lexile Measure: 510 (What's this?)
  • Paperback: 32 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins; Reprint edition (September 27, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 006052698X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0060526986
  • Product Dimensions: 8 x 10.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #130,467 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 starsGreat book--Great bargain
By ardnam VINE VOICE on November 10, 2005
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This is a truly touching, endearing, and enjoyable children's book about a lonely puppy who wants a boy of his own. It is very well illustrated. My students enjoyed the twist on the the usual 'boy wants a puppy' plot. Wonderful, happy ending. I used this story as a springboard for story writing in my classroom. The book inspired my second graders to create stories such as The Kitten Who Wanted a Girl, The Kangaroo Who Wanted a Boy, The Koala Who Wanted a Girl, etc. This is a wonderful book for children to read independently (ages 7-10) or as a read-aloud (ages 2-10). This would be a great addition to a child's personal library. An additional perk is the bargain price!
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5.0 out of 5 starsVery touching, very appropriate for holidays.
By Delirium on November 14, 2005
Format: Hardcover
I have received the book in the mail and haven't read it to my kids yet, but I read it myself. I just could not help myself and before I knew it, I was crying. It is a very nice, touching book that teaches about companionship and love. I would highly recommend it, I can't wait to read it to my kids!
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5.0 out of 5 starsGood everytime you read it
A Kid's Review on January 15, 2004
Format: Hardcover
I've read this book about a million times over and over and it never will get old. First I love the pictures! The puppy dog is very cute and always reminds me of my old puppy tuffy. The way that the dog really wants a boy and looks everywhere to find the best one is really neat. And the best ending where he finds a home with so many boys and he could't be happier dog. It kindof tells you not to give up because the best thing is out there for you all you need to do is find it and you'll be happy.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Puppy Who Wanted a Boy was delightful.
By A Customer on August 24, 1999
Format: Paperback
Petey was a wonderer that wanted a boy for Christmas. The ending was hilarious! Instead of finding one boy, he found fifty five kids who wanted him. Children who love dogs should buy and read this book.
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5.0 out of 5 starsOur favorite kids book!
By L Sem on April 12, 2005
Format: Library Binding
For years, I read this book to my 2 sons, Jake and Jordan. They loved the book and also got a kick out of the fact that I couldn't finish the book ever without tears - happy tears because of the great ending for Petey. Jake and Jordan are older now and 1 week ago we went to a pet store to look at puppies like we often do. In the first cage was... PETEY! We took him home and there was no argument - his name would be Petey. He has the personality and looks just like the puppy in the book. My boys will never forget this book and one I will keep to read to their kids some day.
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4.0 out of 5 starsGreat Christmas story
By Martha M. Howze on December 26, 2008
Format: Hardcover
This book is about a puppy who wanted a boy for Christmas. He sets out to find one asking several dogs if they would give away their boy to him. No dog would give their boy away. The puppy ends up at a boys home where the boys have no parents or dog to take care of them. The puppy ends up with fifty boys! A delight to young children as well as their readers!
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5.0 out of 5 starsAwwwww
By T.C. on March 16, 2007
Format: Paperback
This was one of my favorite books when I was little, it's so cute it's almost disgusting (it's not, though!). The illustrations are very well done, as well as the whole idea of the story itself. A great children's book for the holidays, or any other day for that matter.
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5.0 out of 5 starsThe Puppy Who Wanted a Boy
By Pamela Meadows on January 30, 2010
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My grown children had this book when they were small and I recently ordered it for a grand nephew who got his first puppy for Christmas. I think it's a wonderful story that should be in every child's home collection.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsTouching story

An old but touching, heart-warming story written as children's literature but greatly treasured by adults as well

Published 11 days ago by retiredskier
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Adorable, looking up more books from this author.

Published 16 days ago by Perry
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Loved it. Beautiful pictures and story.

Published 1 month ago by Jose Luis Sarria Ponce
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great book for my grandson who is 7.

Published 1 month ago by Kindle CustomerJoanne
5.0 out of 5 starsNice concept

A puppy wants a boy. His mother lets him look. He eventually finds a foster home for boys. Instead of one he has 50 boys. Read more

Published 2 months ago by Persop
5.0 out of 5 starsWonderful Bedtime Book For Little Boys!

Bought this for a friend because I had one for my son when he was a little boy some 28 years ago. Great book for little boys!

Published 3 months ago by Patricia Crapet
5.0 out of 5 starsI have always loved this book

I have always loved this book! Even as a child to a grown adult. The story is interesting and the illustrations are timeless. Read more

Published 4 months ago by Diane C Fuhrman
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

a very sweet story, kids love, told from the point of view of a puppy.

Published 10 months ago by Kathi potter
5.0 out of 5 starsThis book is one of the best books I ever bought for my son

This book is one of the best books I ever bought for my son. If you love scruffy little boys and scruffy puppies, I guarantee this one will not disappoint you!

Published 10 months ago by karenluvscairns
5.0 out of 5 starsA Holiday Read Aloud Tradition!

I volunteer in an elementary school library. This book is my favorite to read aloud.
I bought copies for our grandchildren and I'm getting another one to have here when they... Read more

Published 11 months ago by Victorhark

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