Books like Some dogs do by Jez Alborough

Name: Some dogs do
Author: Jez Alborough

When Sid tries to convince his doggy classmates that he flew to school, they don't believe him. This leads to a series of humorous incidents as he tries to explain the impossible to the other children. The story is told in the style of a children's picture book, with illustrations by the author and a child-friendly tone. The main character, Sid, is a small dog who is determined to prove himself, even when faced with outrageous claims.

First publish date: 2014

Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books

Authors: Jez Alborough

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