In "Muddypaws" by Simon Mendez, a young boy named Jake discovers a scruffy, muddy dog wandering near his home. Despite his mother's protests about the mess a pet brings, Jake feels an instant connection with the playful pup. Together, they embark on a series of adventures that highlight the joys and challenges of friendship. As Jake learns to care for his new companion, he navigates the ups and downs of responsibility, loyalty, and love. Set against a backdrop of heartwarming moments and muddy escapades, this tale captures the essence of childhood companionship and the unbreakable bond between a boy and his dog. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Picture Board Books .

This book has been graded for interest at 2-4 years.

This book was published in 2010 by Parragon .

Simon Mendez lives and works in Yorkshire, England. He has loved to draw for as long as he can remember. He is also the winner of a Gold Star Award from the Association of Illustrators in the UK. Moira Butterfield is an experienced children's non-fiction author, with more than 100 books to her credit.