The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!

Editor's Note

Few characters understand the intensity of wanting something quite like Pigeon. In The Pigeon Wants a Puppy!, Mo Willems takes a very familiar childhood feeling — desperately wanting a pet — and turns it into a wonderfully funny conversation between Pigeon and the reader. Pigeon's promises, arguments and rapidly changing emotions make the story especially enjoyable to read aloud. Beneath the humour is a gentle exploration of wanting something before fully understanding the responsibility that comes with it. Simple illustrations and expressive dialogue allow young readers to recognise Pigeon's feelings immediately — even when they know his plans may not work out quite as expected.

Why We Selected This Book

Because Mo Willems has a remarkable ability to make children feel like participants rather than simply readers. We selected The Pigeon Wants a Puppy! for its humour, expressive storytelling and the way it encourages children to respond to the character as the story unfolds. Pigeon's determination will be instantly familiar to any child who has ever really, really wanted something. It is funny for children, entertaining for adults reading aloud, and clever enough to become even better after repeated readings.

Who Will Enjoy This Book

• Young readers who enjoy funny, expressive stories and characters with big personalities.
• Children who love animals, especially those who have ever asked for a puppy or another pet.
• Families looking for an energetic read-aloud book that encourages children to talk back, predict what happens next and join in with the story.
• Fans of Mo Willems and the Pigeon series.

Book Details

Author

Mo Willems

Category

Little Readers

Language

English

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