Sparky

By Flora McDonnell

Book Overview

When a small dog named Sparky meets a young friend named Mary, it's love at first sight in this bright new story from the acclaimed Flora McDonnell. It can be scary to be a new puppy in the house, but luckily for Sparky, Mary is there to show him the lay of the land. Mary is small, full of love, and a bundle of energy. She likes to dig in the sand, jump on the bed, and play tug of war. In fact, Mary is so much fun that Sparky thinks she's probably another kind of puppy!

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763622087
• ISBN13: 9780763622084
• Release Date: January 2004
• Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.5" x 12.6"
• Age Range: 2 to 4 years

Customer Reviews

from SherriAllen.com

"This is Sparky. He has just arrived at his new home. Everything looks and feels strange..." In Flora McDonnell's latest book, Sparky, the title character is a young dog who is unsettled by his new surroundings until he meets Mary. Sparky and Mary become instant friends and have fun dancing, playing, eating and getting ready for bed together. At the end of the day, the two pals drift off to sleep after having "...the best day ever!" McDonnell uses her distinctive artistic style to fill the pages of this picture book with colorful gouache paintings. The images of Sparky and Mary having fun together are delightful and visually express the bond between a child and her dog. Any young child who loves dogs will adore this book. Just be prepared with your response to the following plea: "Mommy / Daddy, I want a dog just like Sparky, PLEEEEAAAAASE."