Puppy has a new home with a girl who gives him hugs and treats and tummy rubs. The adorable pup wants his new owner to love him, so he decides he’ll be perfect. He will listen carefully and be a super helper; he will perform tricks and win prizes. However, things don’t always go according to plan, and Puppy gets discouraged. But even when he makes mistakes, he will always be perfect to the girl who loves him. This warm and funny story is sure to delight and reassure anyone who has ever wanted, and tried, to be perfect.
Author
Stephanie Calmenson's many popular titles include concept books, funny school stories, poetry collections, books about dogs and, with Magic School Bus author Joanna Cole, anthologies and beginning reader chapter books. Stephanie's books have been called "marvelous" (PW), "lyrical" (SLJ), "hilarious" (SLJ), "sweet, funny, and right on the mark" (Booklist). Before turning to writing, Stephanie was a teacher, a children's book editor, and Editorial Director of Parents Magazine's Read-Aloud Book Club. Website: my link text
