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The Poky Little Puppy is a charming picture book for young children that follows a timid puppy with a habit of being tardy. When he finally returns to his home one evening only to find that no dessert is waiting, readers are gently guided to understand the value of punctuality, responsibility, and the surprise that can come with a change in routine.
First publish date: 1942
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Janette Sebring Lowrey
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