In "One Dog and His Boy," by Eva Ibbotson, a young boy named Hal longs for a dog of his own. His parents, however, have other plans, giving him a robot dog instead. Determined to experience the warmth and companionship of a real pet, Hal embarks on an adventure to find his perfect canine match. Along the way, he meets several dogs with unique personalities, each with their own struggles. This charming tale explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the bond between humans and animals, ultimately celebrating the idea that love can overcome obstacles and lead to true happiness. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children at US 3rd grade-7th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 8-12 years.

This book was published in 2012 by Scholastic .

Eva Ibbotson was born in Vienna, in Austria, and now lives in England. She has a daughter and three sons.