In "Some Dog!" by Mary Casanova, a young boy eagerly awaits the arrival of a new puppy. Excitement builds as he dreams of the adventures they will share. However, when the puppy finally arrives, it is not exactly what he expected—it's a scruffy, mischief-making pup that seems to have a mind of its own. As the boy navigates the challenges of training and understanding his new furry friend, he learns valuable lessons about patience, love, and friendship. This heartwarming picture book captures the joy and surprises of pet ownership, showcasing the bond that develops between a boy and his dog. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children in preschool-1st grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 3-6 years.

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2007 by Farrar Straus Giroux .

Mary Casanova is the author of more than thirty books, ranging from picture books to YA novels, including Frozen (Minnesota, 2012). Marilyn Sadler is the author of many bestselling picture books including the PJ Funny Bunny series. Ard Hoyt is the illustrator of many bestselling children's books, including I'm a Manatee, by John Lithgow and Abrams' Tilly the Trickster by Molly Shannon.