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Name: My father, the dog
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)
Author: Elizabeth Bluemle

📘 My father, the dog by Elizabeth Bluemle

In this charming picture book, a young girl observes her father's playful habits—fetching the morning paper and chasing balls—leading her to wonder if he might actually be a dog. Through brightly illustrated scenes, she learns that while some traits are charmingly canine, the love and care he shares prove he is, indubitably, her father. The gentle humor and relatable family moments make the story engaging for children and their parents alike, celebrating the familiar quirks of parenting and the wonder that children bring to everyday life.

First publish date: 2006

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Elizabeth Bluemle

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